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Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Fritz Hobbs (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Radja Kumbang (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
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193 lbs
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175 cm
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187 lbs
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BJJ Blue Belt
Counter fighter
Cuts easily |
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BJJ White Belt
Brawler
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the middleweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
0 - 3 - 0, fighting out of New York, Fritz Hobbs!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
0 - 0 - 0, fighting out of New York, Radja Kumbang!
The judges for this bout are John Roberts, Steve Montenegro and Franklyn Lucas.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Kumbang dives in and scores a takedown into Hobbs's guard.
Kumbang must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Kumbang passes Hobbs's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Hobbs has one foot on Kumbang's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Hobbs is defended easily by Kumbang.
Kumbang has a takedown stuffed.
A little feinted left hand from Hobbs on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Hobbs shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Kumbang pinned against the cage. Kumbang gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Radja Kumbang seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kumbang tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Kumbang darts in and clinches Hobbs up against the cage.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Kumbang jumps guard.
Hobbs tries to stand but Kumbang is controlling from the bottom.
Kumbang controlling the position.
Kumbang wants to control but Hobbs passes easily into half guard.
Kumbang is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Kumbang wants to get back to full guard but Hobbs has passed into side control.
Kumbang is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Hobbs is one step ahead and moves to full mount!
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Kumbang taking shots to the head.
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Hobbs cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
Kumbang is looking to get to half guard.
Kumbang keeps trying to improve his position.
Hobbs tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Hobbs could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
Hobbs moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Kumbang has worked his arm free - good work by Kumbang!
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Kumbang tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Hobbs wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Hobbs decides to stand back up. Hobbs steps back and let's Kumbang get back to his feet.
Hobbs pushes Kumbang up against the cage in a clinch.
Hobbs lands a left hand.
Hobbs changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Kumbang fights it off and pushes away nicely.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Fritz Hobbs. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Hobbs darts in and clinches Kumbang up against the cage.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Hobbs wants to take the fight to the mat but Kumbang manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
A frustrated look appears on Kumbang's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Hobbs wants a takedown.
Kumbang is working for takedown but Hobbs is calmly controlling the position for now.
Hobbs tries for a takedown. No joy.
Kumbang is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Hobbs to keep the fight standing.
Hobbs lands a knee to the head.
Kumbang goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hobbs fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Hobbs ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Hobbs no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Fritz Hobbs dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
Hobbs closes the distance and pushes Kumbang back into the cage.
Hobbs has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Kumbang avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Hobbs wants to take the fight to the mat but Kumbang manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Hobbs drops down looking for an ankle pick but Kumbang pulls his leg out and moves away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Fritz Hobbs. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kumbang fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Hobbs avoids it really well and circles away.
A combination from Kumbang does no damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kumbang has taken the fight to the clinch.
Hobbs jumps guard but Kumbang stands there with Hobbs around his waist. Hobbs gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Hobbs is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Kumbang wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Hobbs wants a takedown.
Kumbang tries to pull guard but Hobbs won't allow it.
Kumbang wants to break the clinch but can't.
Hobbs tries to pull guard but Kumbang forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Kumbang breaks from the clinch.
Kumbang fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Hobbs, pushing him back against the cage.
Kumbang jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Hobbs walks away with a smile on his face. Kumbang gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Kumbang shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Hobbs as he jumps to the side.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Kumbang changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Hobbs tries to avoid it but Kumbang manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Hobbs to the ground. Hobbs escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
A counter left hand to the body from Hobbs misses its target.
Kumbang has a takedown stuffed.
Hobbs rushes Kumbang and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Kumbang has had enough of the clinch but Hobbs keeps him there for the moment.
Hobbs has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Kumbang avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Kumbang working hard to break the clinch.
Kumbang jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Hobbs walks away with a smile on his face. Kumbang gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Kumbang fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Hobbs, pushing him back against the cage.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Hobbs has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Kumbang uses from the top position.
Kumbang looking to pass the guard.
Hobbs wants to sweep but no luck.
Hobbs working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Kumbang has passed into half guard!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kumbang tries to stand but his hand is stuck under Hobbs.
Kumbang is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Hobbs is just riding it out for now. Kumbang eventually gives up the hold.
Fritz Hobbs overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Kumbang wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hobbs keeps working.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hobbs is looking for a sweep. Kumbang is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Hobbs manages to get to full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hobbs looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Radja Kumbang will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!
Hobbs on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Kumbang. Kumbang obviously looking to wear him down.
Kumbang shoots in but no luck this time.
Hobbs dives in for a single leg takedown but Kumbang sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Kumbang misses with a takedown attempt
and Hobbs counters with a straight right hand.
Radja Kumbang is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Kumbang clinches up with Hobbs and pushes him back against the cage.
Radja Kumbang seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Hobbs with a knee to the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hobbs is working for takedown but Kumbang is calmly controlling the position for now.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Hobbs wants a takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Fritz Hobbs. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Hobbs manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Kumbang cracks Hobbs with a solid left hand.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Kumbang gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Kumbang lands with a slapping head kick.
It looks like Fritz Hobbs has been cut.
Hobbs closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Hobbs fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Kumbang has Hobbs pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Hobbs manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
A head punch on the inside from Kumbang fails to land.
Kumbang is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Kumbang wants to stall.
Hobbs goes for a takedown attempt but Kumbang pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Kumbang shoots in and bounces Hobbs off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Hobbs wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Kumbang manages to pass to side control.
Kumbang is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Hobbs wants to control but Kumbang is having none of it.
Kumbang can't control as he wanted to and Hobbs manages to get the fight back to his half guard.
Kumbang decides to stand and escape the position.
Kumbang misses with a takedown attempt - Hobbs sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Kumbang rushes Hobbs and presses him up against the cage.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Hobbs prevents a takedown attempt there.
Hobbs pulls Kumbang into guard.
Kumbang trying to control the position from guard on top but Hobbs is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hobbs is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Kumbang defends well.
Kumbang working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Radja Kumbang.
I think Kumbang has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. 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 John Roberts scores the fight 28:29
Judge Steve Montenegro scores the fight 29:28
Judge Franklyn Lucas scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Radja Kumbang!
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energy
A | B |
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hype
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pop
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mgr
A | B |
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RATING
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