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Coming up we have a featherweight MMA rules bout between Vito Holt (ranked 4880 p4p, 0 weight class) and Fart Minarsich (ranked 4892 p4p, 0 weight class). We have two fighters making their debuts here, so let's see who comes out of this one with their first professional victory.
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BJJ Blue Belt
Counter fighter
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BJJ Blue 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
0 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Vito Holt! And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner. With a record of
0 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Fart Minarsich! The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Frank Antenori and Don Winkell.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway! Holt moves out of range of the body kick from Minarsich.
Minarsich clinches. Holt tries to pull guard but Minarsich forces him back to his feet, against the cage. Minarsich has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Holt uses from the top position. Minarsich should think about turning a few of those tyres round his middle into muscle if he wants people to take him seriously as an athlete. Minarsich has his hands on Holt's head, controlling the position. Minarsich is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Holt is controlling him. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Holt is fighting to break Minarsich's control of his arms but Minarsich is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment. There's a bit of a scramble here and now Minarsich is on top in guard.
That's one minute gone in the round. Minarsich is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position. Holt really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape. Holt keeping moving, preventing Minarsich from controlling successfully. Minarsich controls from within his opponent's guard. Minarsich postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Holt is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Minarsich, into his guard.
Holt will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
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. Holt gets to his feet. Minarsich looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son! Minarsich shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Holt is trying to defend but Minarsich finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further. Well, if Minarsich is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
That's three minutes gone in the round. Minarsich's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
That's four 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. Minarsich is looking to pass Holt's guard but actually Holt recovers to full guard. Holt is trying to control the position but Minarsich postures up. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Minarsich is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up. Minarsich bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control. Holt tries to get back to his feet but has found himself mounted instead. Damn, that's gotta suck. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Holt is in a horrible position here, under a barrage of strikes, he's managing to avoid any damage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Fart Minarsich dominated that round. That's time! Back to the action!
Minarsich gets a takedown into half guard. Fart Minarsich has got the better of the ground game so far. Holt wants to get back to his feet. Minarsich perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. Minarsich trying to control the action but Holt is working from the bottom. Minarsich decides to stand up and try his luck on the feet. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Minarsich gets the takedown into side control. Minarsich wants to lay and pray for a moment but Holt keeps working.
That's one minute gone in the round. Minarsich advances nicely into full mount. Minarsich thowing strikes but they're hitting the gloves, not doing any damage. Minarsich controlling from mount. Holt avoids a strike by Minarsich and manages to complete a very nice reversal in the process, to end up in Minarsich's guard! Fantastic escape!
Minarsich is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent. Minarsich has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
That's two minutes gone in the round. Minarsich pulls Holt in close to prevent any damage. Minarsich tries to land a sweep but no joy. Minarsich is pulling down on Holt's head. It's preventing any offense from Holt, at least for the moment. We're hearing some news coming in from back stage. It's official - Minarsich has eaten all the pies! Holt trying to stand up but can't free himself from Minarsich's guard. Minarsich scrambles and gets back to his feet.
Vito Holt is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
That's three minutes gone in the round. Minarsich scores with a body shot.
Minarsich drives through and clinches with Holt against the cage.
Minarsich wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee. Minarsich has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate. Holt tries to pull guard but Minarsich holds him up against the cage and eventually Holt drops back down to his feet.
Minarsich is trying to break the clinch but Holt has him pressed against the cage. Holt is trying to pull guard but Minarsich has him pressed against the cage.
That's four minutes gone in the round. Holt tries to pull guard but Minarsich won't allow it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Vito Holt. That's going to take a lot out of him. Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here. Holt breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. Minarsich shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Holt is trying to defend but Minarsich finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further. Well, if Minarsich is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Holt is trying to stand up here but Minarsich is controlling him well. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Minarsich trying to control the pace. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Fart Minarsich showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
Minarsich shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Minarsich showed some decent athleticism there. Holt looking for submissions off his back. Holt is looking for a sweep. Minarsich is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Holt avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Minarsich.
That's one minute gone in the round. Minarsich throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. Minarsich tries to pass the half guard into mount. Holt knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. Minarsich is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Holt doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Minarsich. Minarsich looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
That's two minutes gone in the round. The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so. Minarsich moves nicely into side control. Minarsich is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Holt is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. Holt being controlled for a moment. Minarsich wants to lay and pray for a moment but Holt keeps working.
That's three minutes gone in the round. Minarsich stands up. Minarsich shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Holt manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage. Minarsich postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Holt is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Minarsich, into his guard. Minarsich wants to sweep here but Holt controlling him for the moment.
That's four minutes gone in the round. Minarsich is still trying to improve position. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Minarsich wants to stand up but Holt is controlling him. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Minarsich is pulling down on Holt's head. It's preventing any offense from Holt, at least for the moment. Vito Holt has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Fart Minarsich is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight. Holt in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
And that's the end of the fight! Fart Minarsich comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. Well Minarsich 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 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 27:30 Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 27:30 Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Fart Minarsich!
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