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Coming up we have a featherweight MMA rules bout between Hadeo Ichisun (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Mike Bennett (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Bennett is bouncing up and down as he enters the arena, backed by Stronger, Kanye West. Hadeo Ichisun has the better chin. Will he look to stand and bang today?
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155 lbs
8 - 2 - 0 |
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155 lbs
9 - 6 - 1 |
BJJ Brown Belt
Counter striker
Good chin |
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BJJ Purple Belt
Decent boxing
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the featherweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
8 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Tokyo, Hadeo Ichisun!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
9 - 6 - 1, fighting out of Tokyo, Mike Bennett!
The judges for this bout are Hirohito Nitta, Ren Mimura and Taro Takaoka.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Bennett tries a head kick but it misses.
Bennett is looking to land body kicks.
Bennett throws a push kick but Ichisun slaps the foot to one side.
Bennett tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Ichisun avoids the head kick by Bennett.
Bennett misses with a head kick.
Bennett rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Ichisun moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Bennett tries to clinch up.
Ichisun showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Bennett.
Bennett throws a sloppy head kick and Ichisun moves out of range easily.
Bennett throws a head kick that misses.
Bennett misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Bennett looks gassed!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bennett stuffs the takedown.
Ichisun takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Ichisun looks for a takedown but Bennett sprawls well.
Bennett misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ichisun.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Bennett misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Ichisun closes the distance and clinches up with Bennett, looking for a takedown. Ichisun pushes Bennett against the cage but Bennett circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Hadeo Ichisun. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ichisun changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Bennett looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Ichisun working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Ichisun is trying to get an arm triangle but Bennett is defending well.
Ichisun tries to move to mount but Bennett blocks the move with his legs.
Ichisun tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Ichisun tries for a kimura but Bennett is defending well.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Bennett manages to work his way to half guard, despite Ichisun's best efforts.
Ichisun is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Bennett sees it coming and defends easily.
Bennett missing with punches from the bottom.
Bennett wants to get back to full guard.
Bennett slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Ichisun drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Bennett dives on top into guard.
Bennett postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Ichisun looking for a guillotine here but Bennett defends easily.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Bennett trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Ichisun looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Ichisun might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Ichisun keeping moving, preventing Bennett from controlling successfully.
Bennett advances to half guard.
Bennett is keen to just control but Ichisun is a slippery customer.
Ichisun looking for submissions off his back.
It looks like we're going to have a standup here. Neither fighter is doing enough on the ground.
Bennett doesn't manage to clinch there - Ichisun circles away.
Ichisun changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Bennett tries to avoid it but Ichisun manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Bennett to the ground. Bennett escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Bennett throws a head kick but Ichisun moves out of range.
Bennett pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Bennett throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Ichisun shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Ichisun thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Bennett wants to sweep but no luck.
Bennett has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Ichisun can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Bennett is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Bennett looking to control.
Bennett wants to stand up but Ichisun is controlling him.
Ichisun stopping the sweep attempt from Bennett.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Hadeo Ichisun will probably get the nod.
That's time! Ichisun's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
Bennett keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
A slapping leg kick lands for Bennett.
Bennett throws a head kick that misses.
Bennett throws a sloppy head kick and Ichisun moves out of range easily.
Bennett pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Ichisun shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Ichisun showed some decent athleticism there.
Bennett tries to get to full guard but Ichisun has control of the leg.
Ichisun looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Bennett trying to control from the bottom.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Ichisun is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Bennett defends it well.
Ichisun is working for a kimura but Bennett is defending it quite comfortably.
Bennett slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Ichisun avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Bennett looking for a guillotine here but Ichisun defends easily.
Ichisun slips nicely into half guard.
Ichisun is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Bennett sees it coming and defends easily.
Bennett works his way to full guard. Good work.
Bennett lands a beautiful switch and he's in full mount! That could spell trouble for Ichisun!
Ichisun gets back to half guard.
Bennett moves nicely into side control.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Bennett tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Bennett is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Ichisun has escaped the position, nice work there.
Ichisun is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Bennett off and has taken his back!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bennett is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Ichisun gets his way!
Ichisun is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
Ichisun is trying to stick to Bennett's back but Bennett is turning into Ichisun. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Ichisun's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Bennett.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Ichisun can't keep his opponent in guard - Bennett advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Bennett thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Bennett wants to take a breather but Ichisun is having none of it.
Bennett looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Ichisun looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Ichisun looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Both fighters really going for it on the ground here!
Ichisun wants to improve his position but Bennett is controlling well.
Bennett is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Ichisun doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Bennett.
Bennett wants to lay and pray for a moment but Ichisun keeps working.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Hadeo Ichisun will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
Ichisun fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Ichisun takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Bennett misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Bennett misses with a head kick.
Ichisun fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Ichisun avoids the head kick by Bennett.
Bennett tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ichisun drives through with a takedown into guard.
Ichisun postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Ichisun advances to half guard.
Bennett is looking for a sweep. Ichisun is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Ichisun looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Bennett manages to escape and get back to his feet!
Bennett pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Bennett stuffs the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Hadeo Ichisun. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bennett misses with a head kick.
Bennett doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Bennett misses with a head kick.
Ichisun has a takedown stuffed.
Bennett feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Ichisun's calf.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Ichisun shoots in and bounces Bennett off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Ichisun drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Ichisun jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Bennett manages to land a sweep and now he's in mount on top!
Bennett throws an elbow from mount that misses. Lucky escape for Ichisun because Bennett loaded up on that one.
Bennett looking for a guillotine from mount but Ichisun is having none of it.
Ichisun is in a horrible position here, under a barrage of strikes, he's managing to avoid any damage.
Ichisun throwing hammer fists to the chest of Bennett. What's that going to do exactly?
Ichisun is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Hadeo Ichisun is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Bennett tries to control but Ichisun wriggling away.
Bennett looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
Ichisun blocking the ground and pound.
Ichisun tries to hold on but Bennett postures up.
Bennett looking to control but Ichisun is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Ichisun is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Bennett in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
Ichisun tries to hold on but Bennett pushes him away.
Ichisun holds on to Bennett around his waist, trying desperately to prevent any attacks.
Bennett is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Ichisun can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
Mike Bennett has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
That's four minutes gone in the round.
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Bennett with the ground and pound from mount.
Ichisun is trying desperately to improve position.
BOOM! Bennett connects with a massive shot to the dome!
Bennett working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Bennett misses with a series of strikes from mount. He'll no doubt be working on his ground and pound when he gets back to the gym.
Bennett looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
Bennett thowing strikes but they're hitting the gloves, not doing any damage.
Ichisun tries to lock up and control but Bennett gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Ichisun is controlling an arm, preventing Bennett from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Ichisun gets back to half guard.
Bennett missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hadeo Ichisun showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Ichisun, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 30:27
Judge Ren Mimura scores the fight 30:27
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Hadeo Ichisun!
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energy
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hype
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pop
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mgr
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