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Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Marco Soprano (ranked 6262 p4p, 523 weight class) and Shawn Wambold (ranked 5714 p4p, 507 weight class). Marco Soprano has the edge in experience - let's see if he can make that count tonight.
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BJJ Blue Belt
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the welterweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
1 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Tokyo, Marco Soprano!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
1 - 1 - 0, fighting out of New York, Shawn Wambold!
The judges for this bout are Joseph Jones, Jonathan Paton and David Schapiro.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Soprano scores with a head kick. Wambold tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
The fight stays on the outside here - Soprano looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Soprano throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Soprano shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Wambold as he avoids it easily.
Soprano tries to keep at a distance but Wambold has taken the fight into the clinch.
Wambold displaying some good clinch control by pressing Soprano up against the cage.
Wambold has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Soprano uses from the top position.
Wambold trying to control the position here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Soprano stopping the sweep attempt from Wambold.
Soprano avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Wambold has his hands on Soprano's head, controlling the position.
Soprano wants to stand and escape but instead Wambold has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard.
Wambold is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Soprano wants to stand and escape but Wambold is having none of it.
Wambold wants to stand but Soprano has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
Wambold drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Soprano dives on top into guard.
Soprano stands and steps away. Wambold gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Wambold's coach down at Cozad MMA New York was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Wambold's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Soprano blocks a head kick by Wambold.
Wambold leaves Soprano with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Soprano defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Wambold.
Wambold takes the fight into the clinch.
Wambold wants a takedown but no success here.
Soprano creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Soprano.
Wambold blocks an elbow strike.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Soprano using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Wambold has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Soprano tries to work over Wambold's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Wambold manages to break the clinch.
Wambold fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Soprano avoids it really well and circles away.
Marco Soprano has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Shawn Wambold.
Wambold misses with a takedown attempt - Soprano sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Soprano displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Wambold.
Wambold avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Soprano looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Soprano stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Soprano wants it to stay on the feet.
Soprano throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Soprano getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Soprano tries to clinch but Wambold moves out of range.
Wambold changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Soprano scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Wambold.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Soprano with a jab.
Wambold has managed to clinch.
Wambold throws a knee to the head but misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Marco Soprano dominated that 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.
A slow jab from Wambold misses its intended target.
Soprano tries to counter with a takedown but Wambold is quick to defend against it.
Soprano lands a slapping body shot.
Soprano fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Wambold avoids it really well and circles away.
Soprano swinging wildly here.
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Soprano lands an elbow inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Soprano misses with an elbow strike.
Wambold slowing the pace effectively.
Soprano has had enough of the clinch but Wambold keeps him there for the moment.
Wambold has Soprano pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Soprano manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Soprano is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Wambold can do to turn this around?
Soprano is trying to push Wambold away but Wambold has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Soprano has Wambold pressed against the cage, preventing Wambold from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Soprano has had enough of the clinch but Wambold keeps him there for the moment.
A frustrated look appears on Soprano's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Wambold escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Marco Soprano is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Wambold shoots in looking for a takedown but Soprano manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Wambold's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Soprano throws a series of strikes that have Wambold backpedaling.
Wambold shoots in looking for a takedown but Soprano manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Wambold's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Marco Soprano has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Shawn Wambold.
Wambold stuffs the takedown attempt from Soprano. Soprano gets slowly back to his feet.
No joy there for Soprano, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Soprano scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Wambold shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Soprano sprawls well. Soprano wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Wambold gets slowly back to his feet.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Soprano throws a right hand that Wambold ducks under and follows up with a left that Wambold also avoids with ease.
Wambold steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Soprano.
Marco Soprano is winning the standup battle so far.
Wambold moves into range and clinches up with Soprano.
Wambold blocks an elbow strike from Soprano.
Wambold tries for a takedown. No joy.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Soprano throws an elbow that misses.
Soprano throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Soprano.
Wambold has Soprano pressed against the cage, preventing Soprano from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Wambold ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Wambold no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Soprano is looking to stand up but Wambold won't let him.
Soprano wants to stand and escape but instead Wambold has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard.
Wambold scoring with punches to the head and body.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Wambold landing with the ground and pound.
Wambold's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Wambold must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Wambold throws a strike but Soprano rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Wambold managing to control the position.
Wambold looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Soprano puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Wambold tries to get to full guard but Soprano has control of the leg.
Wambold keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Marco Soprano 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. This is the final round!
Wambold tries for a takedown but Soprano sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Soprano tries to clinch there but Wambold circles away.
Wambold is looking for the big counter here.
Soprano tries to clinch there but Wambold circles away.
Left hook, right uppercut from Soprano.
Soprano tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Wambold gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Wambold manages to pull guard.
Soprano won't allow Wambold to sweep him here.
Soprano wanted to stand there but Wambold had control of the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wambold is looking to sweep but instead, Soprano has passed into half guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Wambold controlling the position for now.
Soprano tries to stand but his arm is trapped.
Soprano throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Wambold to regain full guard.
Wambold pulls Soprano in close to his closed guard and prevents Soprano from doing any damage or advancing position.
Soprano stands and steps away. Wambold gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Wambold moves into the clinch.
Wambold jumps guard but Soprano stands there with Wambold around his waist. Wambold gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Wambold avoiding damage as Soprano throws knees to the body.
Wambold's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Wambold drops down looking for an ankle pick but Soprano pulls his leg out and moves away.
Marco Soprano has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Shawn Wambold.
Soprano smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Wambold shoots in for a takedown but Soprano shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Wambold tries to score a power double leg takedown but Soprano sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Wambold somewhat.
Wambold takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Wambold looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Soprano tries to clinch up but Wambold circles away and keeps his distance.
Soprano avoids the head kick by Wambold.
Soprano rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Wambold moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Wambold is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Soprano throws a series of punches but Wambold avoids them all with ease.
Wambold fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Wambold misses with a low kick as Soprano jumps back.
Marco Soprano seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Wambold shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Soprano defends it nicely.
Soprano stuns Wambold with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Soprano avoids the head kick by Wambold.
Soprano throws a series of strikes that have Wambold backpedaling.
Soprano will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Wambold misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Wambold changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Soprano tries to avoid it but Wambold manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Soprano to the ground. Soprano escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Soprano fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Soprano works over Wambold's head and body with a nice combination.
It looks like Shawn Wambold has been cut.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Wambold stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Wambold wants it to stay on the feet.
Wambold moves out of range of the body kick.
Wambold moves into the clinch.
Shawn Wambold has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Soprano's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
And that's the end of the fight!
Marco Soprano showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Soprano, 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 Joseph Jones scores the fight 30:27
Judge Jonathan Paton scores the fight 30:27
Judge David Schapiro scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Marco Soprano!
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