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Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Kassim Magufuli I V (ranked 48 p4p, 7 weight class) and Hendrik Vermeulen (ranked 71 p4p, 12 weight class). Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.
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204 lbs
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World class boxer
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World class boxer
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 5 rounds, for the light heavyweight championship of the world!
Introducing the champion to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
14 - 5 - 0, fighting out of New York, Kassim Magufuli I V!
And introducing the challenger to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
21 - 4 - 0, fighting out of Amsterdam, Hendrik Vermeulen!
The judges for this bout are Albert Achterberg, Aafke Stam and Wagner Zegers.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
A big left from Magufuli I V misses.
Vermeulen has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Magufuli I V is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Magufuli I V jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Magufuli I V scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Magufuli I V connects with a jab.
Vermeulen avoids the body shot from Magufuli I V.
Magufuli I V throws an off balance right hand
and Vermeulen counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Magufuli I V misses with a kick to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magufuli I V lands a jab to Vermeulen's midsection.
Vermeulen takes one to the side of the head.
A telegraphed right hand from Magufuli I V misses the target.
Vermeulen lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Magufuli I V is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Magufuli I V throws a hook but Vermeulen avoids it easily.
Magufuli I V scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Magufuli I V digs a good hook to Vermeulen's body.
Magufuli I V misses with an uppercut
and Vermeulen counters with a straight right hand.
Vermeulen avoids a punch combination nicely.
Vermeulen swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Magufuli I V getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Vermeulen takes a jab right on the kisser.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Magufuli I V tries to land a front kick but Vermeulen steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Vermeulen looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Magufuli I V drives through and clinches with Vermeulen against the cage.
Vermeulen tries to break the clinch but Magufuli I V is controlling the position.
Magufuli I V misses with the head strike.
Vermeulen blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Vermeulen tries to throw a body punch but Magufuli I V avoids it by throwing Vermeulen back against the cage.
Magufuli I V fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Magufuli I V misses with a short punch on the inside.
Magufuli I V working aggressively here.
I was talking to Magufuli I V's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Vermeulen misses with a hook from the clinch.
Vermeulen working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Vermeulen doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Vermeulen is looking to take this one to the mat.
Magufuli I V throws a punch but it's blocked by Vermeulen.
Vermeulen changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Magufuli I V fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Vermeulen takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Vermeulen throws out a powerful jab.
Vermeulen slips a jab from Magufuli I V.
Magufuli I V with a nice cross.
Magufuli I V misses with a combination
and Vermeulen counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Magufuli I V ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Magufuli I V throws a lazy right hand but Vermeulen sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
It seemed like Vermeulen was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Magufuli I V is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Magufuli I V throws a shot from downtown. Vermeulen moves away and avoids it.
Magufuli I V tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Vermeulen was well out of range. Poor timing from Magufuli I V.
Magufuli I V thuds his right hand into Vermeulen's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
A slow jab from Magufuli I V misses its intended target.
Vermeulen throws a hook to the side of Magufuli I V's head but Magufuli I V sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Magufuli I V throws a leg kick that is checked
and Vermeulen connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A shot to the liver by Magufuli I V. Beautiful body shot.
Vermeulen tries to keep at a distance but Magufuli I V has taken the fight into the clinch.
Magufuli I V stalling.
Vermeulen blocks an uppercut.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Kassim Magufuli I V dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
Magufuli I V misses with a hook
and Vermeulen counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Vermeulen looks to throw the jab but Magufuli I V is out of range.
Magufuli I V pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Vermeulen let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Magufuli I V clinches up against the cage.
Magufuli I V struggles to land a body shot inside as Vermeulen controls his hands.
Magufuli I V is trying to maintain a safe position but Vermeulen gets an underhook and turns Magufuli I V into the cage.
Magufuli I V lands a hook that snaps the head of Vermeulen backwards.
Vermeulen is trying to drag Magufuli I V to the mat but Magufuli I V just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Vermeulen tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magufuli I V throws a head punch that misses.
A short right from Vermeulen.
Vermeulen looking for a takedown.
Vermeulen misses with a hook from the clinch.
Still in the clinch, Vermeulen scores with a nice short uppercut.
Vermeulen lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Magufuli I V is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Vermeulen can do to turn this around?
That's one minute gone in the round.
Vermeulen softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Magufuli I V swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Magufuli I V blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Magufuli I V goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Magufuli I V struggles to land a body shot inside as Vermeulen controls his hands.
Magufuli I V misses with a body punch.
Vermeulen blocks a body shot from Magufuli I V.
Magufuli I V misses with a body punch.
Magufuli I V lands a body punch in the clinch.
Vermeulen misses with a short punch on the inside.
Magufuli I V has a couple of punches blocked by Vermeulen.
Vermeulen blocks a body shot from Magufuli I V.
Vermeulen is trying to drag Magufuli I V to the mat but Magufuli I V just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Kassim Magufuli I V has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Hendrik Vermeulen.
Vermeulen tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Magufuli I V lands an uppercut.
Vermeulen has a couple of punches blocked by Magufuli I V.
Vermeulen can't find room to land a body shot as Magufuli I V controls the action.
Vermeulen working aggressively here.
Vermeulen tries to throw a body punch but Magufuli I V avoids it by throwing Vermeulen back against the cage.
Vermeulen struggles to land a body shot inside as Magufuli I V controls his hands.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Vermeulen.
Magufuli I V is pressed up against the cage. Vermeulen has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Magufuli I V down to the mat. Magufuli I V avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
The crowd cheers as Magufuli I V lands an impressive looking overhand right. Vermeulen doesn't seem phased though.
Magufuli I V takes the fight into the clinch.
Vermeulen working aggressively here.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Magufuli I V blocking some punches.
Magufuli I V misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Vermeulen drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Vermeulen has a couple of punches blocked by Magufuli I V.
Magufuli I V lands with a short shot to the head.
Magufuli I V misses with the head strike.
Vermeulen misses with the head strike.
Magufuli I V lands with a left to the head.
Magufuli I V scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Magufuli I V blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Vermeulen lands an uppercut.
Vermeulen tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Magufuli I V's elbow.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Vermeulen misses with a punch on the inside.
Vermeulen blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Magufuli I V misses with some punches.
Magufuli I V tries to work over Vermeulen's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Vermeulen wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Magufuli I V has him pressed against the cage.
Vermeulen can't find room to land a body shot as Magufuli I V controls the action.
Magufuli I V breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
A punch combination from Magufuli I V misses.
Vermeulen looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Vermeulen lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Magufuli I V jabs Vermeulen right on the nose. Vermeulen blinks but takes it well.
Vermeulen avoids the body shot from Magufuli I V.
Magufuli I V tries to clinch up.
Kassim Magufuli I V seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Vermeulen walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Magufuli I V slips a jab from Vermeulen.
Kassim Magufuli I V is winning the standup battle so far.
Magufuli I V lands a jab to the nose.
Vermeulen takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Magufuli I V throws a poor cross that misses
and Vermeulen counters with a three punch combo that has Magufuli I V backing up. Magufuli I V nods at Vermeulen to acknowledge the strikes.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
The fighters circle momentarily. Vermeulen darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Magufuli I V lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Magufuli I V tries to clinch but Vermeulen is having none of it.
And Vermeulen tries to counter it with a takedown but Magufuli I V pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Vermeulen takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Vermeulen throws a hook but Magufuli I V blocks it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Kassim Magufuli I V dominated that second round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
Magufuli I V misses with a body kick.
Magufuli I V throws a wild body kick that Vermeulen sees coming a mile off.
Vermeulen swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Magufuli I V lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Vermeulen has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Vermeulen and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Magufuli I V throws an overhand right that lands on Vermeulen's shoulder, as Vermeulen tries to avoid the shot.
Magufuli I V smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Magufuli I V misses with a looping right.
Vermeulen is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vermeulen takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Magufuli I V misses with a jab to the body
enabling Vermeulen to counter with a crisp jab.
Vermeulen uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Magufuli I V.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Magufuli I V throws a low kick but Vermeulen avoids it.
Vermeulen is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Vermeulen scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Magufuli I V wants to clinch but Vermeulen slips to the side
enabling Vermeulen to counter with a crisp jab.
Some wild striking there from Vermeulen.
Vermeulen displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Magufuli I V throws out the jab.
Magufuli I V ducks under a wild hook from Vermeulen.
Vermeulen has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Magufuli I V.
Magufuli I V tries a head kick but it misses.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Vermeulen moves out of range as Magufuli I V strikes.
Magufuli I V scores with the left hand. Vermeulen knows he should have avoided that one.
Magufuli I V misses with a body kick.
Vermeulen digs a good hook to Magufuli I V's body.
Magufuli I V lands a lovely overhand right.
Vermeulen walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Magufuli I V misses with an uppercut. Vermeulen saw that one coming.
Vermeulen looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Vermeulen throws a left and a right that both miss
enabling Magufuli I V to counter with a crisp jab.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Magufuli I V throws a leg kick that misses.
Vermeulen swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Vermeulen lands a lovely overhand right.
Magufuli I V wants to slow Vermeulen down by chopping away at his legs.
Vermeulen has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Magufuli I V.
Vermeulen steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Magufuli I V.
Vermeulen throws a counter combo.
Magufuli I V misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Vermeulen counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Magufuli I V!
Vermeulen cracks Magufuli I V with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Magufuli I V is looking to regain half guard here but Vermeulen keeps moving and retains side control.
The ground and pound from Vermeulen seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Vermeulen is trying to ground and pound but Magufuli I V uses the momentary lack of control by Vermeulen to regain half guard.
Vermeulen working the head and body with strikes.
Magufuli I V blocking the ground and pound attempt from Vermeulen.
Vermeulen with the ground and pound but Magufuli I V uses the opportunity to regain guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Vermeulen throws a big right hand that misses.
Vermeulen in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Vermeulen throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Vermeulen trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Vermeulen stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Magufuli I V swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Magufuli I V utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but Kassim Magufuli I V did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
That's time! Magufuli I V's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
Vermeulen throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Magufuli I V counters with a solid body kick.
Magufuli I V moves into range and connects with a jab.
Vermeulen throws a series of punches but Magufuli I V avoids them all with ease.
Vermeulen has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Vermeulen looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Magufuli I V tries to clinch but Vermeulen moves away
and Vermeulen counters with a nice uppercut.
Vermeulen dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Some bone on bone action there as Vermeulen checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
A little jabbing left from Vermeulen on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Vermeulen avoids a kick to the body.
Magufuli I V misses the shot to the body.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Vermeulen throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Magufuli I V throwing a counter right hand but Vermeulen manages to avoid it.
A cross from Magufuli I V lands.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Magufuli I V. Vermeulen shrugs it off though.
Magufuli I V throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Vermeulen throws a lazy right hand but Magufuli I V sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Magufuli I V avoids a punch combination nicely.
Magufuli I V tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Vermeulen paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Vermeulen is looking for the big counter here.
Vermeulen might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Vermeulen misses with a looping left.
Magufuli I V scores with a hook to the body. Vermeulen takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Magufuli I V throws a right hand that misses
and Vermeulen counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Vermeulen steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Magufuli I V.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Vermeulen! But no joy.
Vermeulen swings widly with a right hand
enabling Magufuli I V to counter with a crisp jab.
Vermeulen swings for the body but Magufuli I V moves out of range.
Magufuli I V lands a slapping body shot.
Magufuli I V clinches with his opponent.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Vermeulen creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Vermeulen.
Magufuli I V lands with a left to the head.
Magufuli I V can't find room to land a body shot as Vermeulen controls the action.
Magufuli I V softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
A short right from Magufuli I V.
Kassim Magufuli I V has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Vermeulen lands a hook to the side of the head.
Vermeulen has Magufuli I V pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Magufuli I V manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
A left hand lands to the body for Magufuli I V.
Vermeulen is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
Magufuli I V lands a left hand.
Magufuli I V working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Magufuli I V lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Vermeulen backwards.
Magufuli I V lands a body punch in the clinch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Magufuli I V struggles to land a body shot inside as Vermeulen controls his hands.
Magufuli I V stalling against the cage.
Vermeulen misses with a punch on the inside.
Vermeulen lands with a left to the head.
Vermeulen misses with some punches.
Magufuli I V scores with an uppercut up the middle.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Magufuli I V misses with a punch to the body.
Vermeulen throws a head punch that misses.
Magufuli I V is working Vermeulen over against the cage.
Magufuli I V misses with a punch to the body.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Magufuli I V.
Magufuli I V tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Vermeulen prevents a body shot from Magufuli I V.
A short left from Vermeulen.
Magufuli I V tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Vermeulen misses with some punches.
Magufuli I V lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Vermeulen backwards.
Magufuli I V tries to work over Vermeulen's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Vermeulen has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Magufuli I V after a bit of a struggle.
Vermeulen goes for a takedown attempt but Magufuli I V pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Kassim Magufuli I V has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Hendrik Vermeulen.
Magufuli I V jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Magufuli I V thuds his right hand into Vermeulen's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Magufuli I V.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Kassim Magufuli I V had his way with Hendrik Vermeulen in that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
Magufuli I V lands a jab to Vermeulen's midsection.
Magufuli I V lands a body shot.
Magufuli I V connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Vermeulen tries to bum rush Magufuli I V with a series of wild strikes but Magufuli I V uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Magufuli I V attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
And Vermeulen tries to counter it with a takedown but Magufuli I V pushes his down on his head and steps out.
The crowd cheers as Magufuli I V lands an impressive looking overhand right. Vermeulen doesn't seem phased though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magufuli I V misses with a hook.
Magufuli I V lands with an overhand left.
Vermeulen tries to keep at a distance but Magufuli I V has taken the fight into the clinch.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Vermeulen swings wildly with an uppercut but Magufuli I V uses good head movement to avoid it.
Magufuli I V doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Magufuli I V can't find room to land a body shot as Vermeulen controls the action.
Vermeulen lands an uppercut.
Vermeulen tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Vermeulen lands with a left to the head.
Magufuli I V swings wildly with an uppercut but Vermeulen uses good head movement to avoid it.
Vermeulen looking for a takedown.
Vermeulen lands a right hand that snaps the head of Magufuli I V backwards.
Magufuli I V misses with a hook to the ribs.
Magufuli I V scores with an uppercut up the middle.
A nice right hand lands inside from Magufuli I V.
A head punch on the inside from Vermeulen fails to land.
Magufuli I V struggles to land a body shot inside as Vermeulen controls his hands.
Vermeulen working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Hendrik Vermeulen has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Magufuli I V working aggressively here.
Vermeulen fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Magufuli I V fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Vermeulen has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Vermeulen wants a takedown.
Magufuli I V working aggressively here.
Magufuli I V lands a body shot.
Vermeulen is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
This has been an exciting period of action!
Magufuli I V lands a body punch in the clinch.
Vermeulen misses with a body punch.
A short body shot lands from Magufuli I V as the two fighters clinch.
Magufuli I V is trying to stall.
Magufuli I V lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Magufuli I V has Vermeulen pushed against the cage.
Magufuli I V lands a body punch in the clinch.
Magufuli I V's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Magufuli I V lands with an uppercut that bounces Vermeulen off the cage and back into range.
Kassim Magufuli I V is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Vermeulen is rocked!
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Magufuli I V is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Vermeulen takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Vermeulen is still on wobbly legs! Can Magufuli I V finish him?
Magufuli I V dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Magufuli I V forces Vermeulen back against the cage and clinches.
Vermeulen seems to have recovered his senses.
Magufuli I V misses with some punches.
Vermeulen misses with a punch to the body.
Magufuli I V goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Magufuli I V pushes Vermeulen back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Magufuli I V works on Vermeulen's body with a couple of short punches.
Vermeulen goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A short left from Magufuli I V.
Magufuli I V lands an uppercut.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Magufuli I V throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Vermeulens head.
Magufuli I V stalls.
Vermeulen lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Magufuli I V backwards.
Vermeulen blocks a body shot from Magufuli I V.
Vermeulen swings wildly with an uppercut but Magufuli I V uses good head movement to avoid it.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Magufuli I V's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Nice defenses there by Vermeulen.
Vermeulen takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Magufuli I V lands a jab to Vermeulen's midsection.
Magufuli I V connects with a single shot there.
Magufuli I V stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
And that's the end of the fight!
Kassim Magufuli I V showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Magufuli I V, 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Albert Achterberg scores the fight 50:45
Judge Aafke Stam scores the fight 50:45
Judge Wagner Zegers scores the fight 50:45
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kassim Magufuli I V!
Kassim Magufuli I V retains his light heavyweight title!
An out of breath Kassim Magufuli I V thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
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