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Coming up we have a featherweight MMA rules bout between Lou Nahtic (ranked 3429 p4p, 284 weight class) and Anton Poirier (ranked 1105 p4p, 121 weight class). Nahtic comes into the arena with Sleeping My Day Away blaring out of the sound system. Poirier has chosen The Chariot - . . . and Shot Each Other as his entrance music. Anton Poirier has the better chin. Will he look to stand and bang today?
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146 lbs
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World class boxer
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 5 rounds, for the featherweight championship of the world!
Introducing the champion to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
21 - 32 - 1, fighting out of Los Angeles, Lou Nahtic!
And introducing the challenger to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
9 - 8 - 1, fighting out of Las Vegas, Anton Poirier!
The judges for this bout are Frank Antenori, Don Winkell and Jack Bonds.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Poirier clinches up against the cage.
Nahtic holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Poirier working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Poirier turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Poirier manages to end up in side control.
Nahtic throws Poirier to one side and escapes!
Nahtic has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Poirier has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Poirier circles away from the clinch attempt.
Nice defenses there by Nahtic.
Nahtic looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nahtic throws a body punch but Poirier moves out of range.
Poirier moves out of range of the body kick from Nahtic.
Poirier throws a jab when Nahtic was well out of range.
Poirier forces Nahtic back against the cage and clinches.
Nahtic misses with an elbow strike.
Poirier has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Nahtic avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Poirier pressing his opponent against the cage.
Nahtic prevents a takedown attempt there.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Poirier managing to block the knees to the body from Nahtic.
Nahtic lands an elbow inside.
Poirier lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Nahtic backwards.
Nahtic really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Poirier throws a punch but it's blocked by Nahtic.
Nahtic wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Nahtic tries to land knees in the clinch but Poirier avoids the damage to the body.
Poirier gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Poirier content to control rather than advance.
Nahtic moves into full guard.
Nahtic trying to control the position.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Poirier trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Poirier controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Nahtic wants to sweep but no luck.
Poirier is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
Poirier trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Nahtic can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Poirier controls the pace.
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Poirier lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Nahtic backs up against the cage.
Nahtic clinches.
A short uppercut from Poirier.
Nahtic slowing the pace effectively.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Nahtic gets a warning from the ref for wasting time.
Nahtic looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Poirier is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Lou Nahtic has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Anton Poirier.
Poirier misses with a punch on the inside.
Poirier pushes Nahtic back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Poirier tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Nahtic's elbow.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Poirier throws a head punch that misses.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Nahtic.
Poirier swings wildly with an uppercut but Nahtic uses good head movement to avoid it.
Nahtic has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Poirier avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Poirier being controlled against the cage.
Poirier taking a breather.
Nahtic has Poirier pushed against the cage.
The referee calls for Nahtic to work.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Anton Poirier will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
Poirier fails in his attempt to clinch.
Poirier slips under a jab from Nahtic.
Sloppy strikes from Poirier. Those never looked like landing.
Nahtic pushes Poirier away with a front kick.
Nahtic lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Poirier is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Nahtic moves into the clinch successfully.
A frustrated look appears on Nahtic's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Poirier avoids the elbow strike from Nahtic, against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Poirier blocks a body shot from Nahtic.
Poirier wants a takedown.
Poirier tries for a takedown but Nahtic manages to get underhooks.
Nahtic lands a nice elbow.
It looks like Anton Poirier has been cut.
Poirier throws a punch but it's blocked by Nahtic.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Poirier trying to stall but Nahtic improves his position.
Poirier taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Poirier gets a trip takedown into half guard.
Nahtic trying to control from the bottom.
Poirier wants to take a breather but Nahtic is having none of it.
Poirier is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Nahtic reverses the position - he's now on top in Poirier's guard.
Poirier utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Poirier has control of Nahtic's left arm, preventing Nahtic from doing any damage.
Poirier trying to keep a closed guard but Nahtic is proving a slippery customer.
Nahtic stands and throws Poirier's legs to the side, diving into side control.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Nahtic lands a nice forearm strike.
Poirier can't do much from the bottom here.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Poirier managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Nahtic.
Poirier is trying to get back to half guard.
Lou Nahtic overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Nahtic is putting a hurting on Poirier here, landing some big shots from side control.
Nahtic working the ground and pound but Poirier is defending the strikes.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Poirier is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Nahtic cracks Poirier with a big right hand but Poirier just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Nahtic is working Poirier over with some ground and pound from side control.
Nahtic wants to take a breather but Poirier manages to regain guard - a lesson learnt for Nahtic.
Nahtic postures up in Poirier's guard and throws a big left but Poirier blocks it.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Poirier looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Nahtic wants to control from the top but Poirier keeps moving.
Poirier trying to control the position here.
Nahtic throwing strikes from guard but Poirier blocks nicely.
Poirier lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.
Poirier stopping the sweep attempt from Nahtic.
Poirier not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Poirier slips nicely into half guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Poirier trying to control from half guard but Nahtic is working away.
Nahtic manages to get to full guard.
Poirier trying to control but Nahtic is working from the bottom.
Poirier not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Nahtic is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Lou Nahtic dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Anton Poirier's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
Poirier shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Nahtic is trying to defend but Poirier finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Poirier tries to pass the half guard into mount. Nahtic knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Poirier uses his free foot to push down on Nahtic's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Nahtic.
Nahtic regains half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Poirier not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Poirier wants to take a breather but Nahtic is having none of it.
Nahtic moves into full guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Poirier sitting in guard here, content to control.
Poirier wants to control from the top but Nahtic keeps moving.
Poirier not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Poirier pushes down on Nahtic's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Poirier is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Nahtic has managed to free his arm - good work.
Poirier stops Nahtic from getting back to his feet.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Poirier wants to pass to mount but Nahtic is defending the position.
Poirier works his way into side control.
Poirier tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Nahtic is being controlled here.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Nahtic prevents Poirier from moving into mount.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Nahtic managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Poirier.
Nahtic tries to buck Poirier off but Poirier is having none of it.
Poirier controlling from side mount.
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Poirier turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Sloppy strikes from Nahtic. Those never looked like landing.
A clash of legs there as Poirier blocks the low kick.
Nahtic misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Poirier.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Poirier misses with a low kick as Nahtic jumps back.
Poirier tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Nahtic manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Poirier connects with a body shot that sends Nahtic's belly button to the back.
Nahtic throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Poirier.
Nahtic swats away the attempt to clinch by Poirier.
Anton Poirier seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Nahtic misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Poirier let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Poirier moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Nahtic throws the left hand but Poirier avoids the punch easily.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Nahtic gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Poirier.
Nahtic tries to keep at a distance but Poirier has taken the fight into the clinch.
Anton Poirier seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nahtic is looking for a takedown.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Anton Poirier really dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Anton Poirier's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
Poirier tries to land a front kick but Nahtic steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Nahtic lands a jab to Poirier's midsection.
Poirier shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Nahtic wants to sweep but no luck.
Poirier trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Poirier controlling from the top position.
Nahtic is trying to control the position from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Poirier sitting in guard here, content to control.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Poirier preventing the sweep.
Nahtic is working hard here to advance position.
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Nahtic misses with a straight left.
Nahtic throws a front kick aimed at Poirier's knee but Poirier avoids it well.
Poirier misses with a head kick.
Poirier doesn't manage to clinch there - Nahtic circles away.
Poirier dips to his left and cracks Nahtic with an uppercut!
Nahtic shoots in but Poirier avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Nahtic on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Poirier. Poirier obviously looking to wear him down.
Poirier tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Nahtic manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Nahtic swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Poirier decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Nahtic wants to stand back up but Poirier manages to pass into side control.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Poirier is staying tight to Nahtic's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Poirier working away.
Poirier wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Nahtic, who protects the arm well.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Poirier happy to just control the position for now.
Nahtic is not content to let Poirier control the position.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Poirier looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Poirier wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Nahtic, who protects the arm well.
Poirier working away.
Nahtic is letting Poirier control him for a moment.
Nahtic manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Nahtic regains full guard. Nicely done.
Poirier wants to pass the guard but Nahtic is keeping the position.
Nahtic working a defensive guard here.
Poirier slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Poirier stands and throws Nahtic's legs to the side, diving into side control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Poirier tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Anton Poirier dominated that fourth round.
The cut man is working on Anton Poirier's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
Poirier has closed the distance and engaged Nahtic in a clinch.
Poirier tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Nahtic avoids it.
Poirier misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Nahtic.
Nahtic tries to break the clinch but Poirier is controlling the position.
Poirier wants a takedown.
Nahtic lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Nahtic pushes off an throws an elbow but Poirier leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Nahtic misses with an elbow over the top.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Poirier prevents a body shot from Nahtic.
Poirier misses with some punches.
Poirier scores with a shoulder strike.
Nahtic prevents a takedown attempt there.
Poirier lands an uppercut.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Nahtic is pushing Poirier up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Nahtic is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Poirier blocks an elbow strike from Nahtic.
Poirier slowing the pace effectively.
Nahtic throws an elbow but it's blocked.
A right hand to the body from Poirier.
Nahtic throws an elbow that misses.
Poirier content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Nahtic lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Poirier has Nahtic pressed against the cage, preventing Nahtic from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Nahtic takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Still in the clinch, Poirier scores with a nice short uppercut.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Nahtic throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Nahtic misses with an elbow strike.
Poirier is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Poirier avoids the elbow strike from Nahtic, against the cage.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Poirier gets a trip takedown into half guard.
Poirier wants to free his trapped foot but Nahtic is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Poirier is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Nahtic is just riding it out for now. Poirier eventually gives up the hold.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Nahtic wants to get back to full guard.
Poirier takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Poirier wants to pass the guard but Nahtic is defending well.
Nahtic wants to get back to full guard.
Poirier controlling the pace.
Lou Nahtic has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
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.
Nahtic preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Poirier is controlling the pace.
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
A lazy left from Nahtic finds it's target.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Anton Poirier.
Well Poirier has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight for Anton Poirier!
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight for Anton Poirier!
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight for Anton Poirier!
Anton Poirier wins by unanimous decision!
Anton Poirier is the new featherweight champion!
A relieved looking Anton Poirier thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
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