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Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Rastaphan Dominatrix (ranked 2189 p4p, 0 weight class) and Costa Ioannou (ranked 24869 p4p, 0 weight class). Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.
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190 cm
47
215 lbs
34 - 17 - 1 |
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188 cm
28
210 lbs
12 - 9 - 0 |
Good wrestling
Solid boxing
Good chin |
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Good wrestler
Excellent boxer
Heavy handed |
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the light heavyweight division. Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner. With a record of
34 - 17 - 1, fighting out of New York, Rastaphan Dominatrix! And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner. With a record of
12 - 9 - 0, fighting out of New York, Costa Ioannou! The judges for this bout are Steve Montenegro, Joseph Jones and Dean Styles.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway! Dominatrix cracks Ioannou with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage. Dominatrix takes the fight into the clinch. Dominatrix is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Ioannou gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt. Ioannou gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground. Dominatrix keeping moving, preventing Ioannou from controlling successfully. Dominatrix has his foot on Ioannou's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Ioannou works his way back into a safe position though. Dominatrix preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. Dominatrix is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive. Ioannou is looking to work some ground and pound but Dominatrix has wrist control. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Dominatrix is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. Dominatrix wants to sweep here but Ioannou controlling him for the moment.
That's one minute gone in the round. Dominatrix trying to control the position here. Ioannou stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Dominatrix swivels though and keeps the full guard. Dominatrix is controlling Ioannou's posture. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Ioannou throws a big right hand that misses. Dominatrix working for a triangle but Ioannou defends it easily.
Dominatrix looking for a sweep. Not yet Dominatrix, not yet.
That's two minutes gone in the round. A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd. Ioannou trying to control the position from guard on top but Dominatrix is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet. No luck with that takedown attempt from Ioannou. Ioannou goes for a double leg but Dominatrix avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Dominatrix continues to drive forward. Dominatrix throws the left hand but Ioannou avoids the punch easily. Dominatrix displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination. Ioannou looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard. Dominatrix is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. Ioannou is pressing down on Dominatrix's thigh, looking to free his foot. Dominatrix is holding on for now. Dominatrix is trying to control but can't.
Dominatrix wants to improve his position but Ioannou is controlling well.
That's three minutes gone in the round. Ioannou is looking to take a break and control but Dominatrix is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. Ioannou wants to stand up but Dominatrix is controlling the position.
Ioannou takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position. Ioannou wants to lay and pray for a moment but Dominatrix keeps working. Dominatrix is trying to control but can't.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up. Ioannou keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet. Ioannou shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it. Rastaphan Dominatrix has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Costa Ioannou. A momentary lapse in concentration from Dominatrix enables Ioannou to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Dominatrix manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat. Dominatrix trying to keep a closed guard but Ioannou is proving a slippery customer.
That's four minutes gone in the round. Dominatrix looking to hit a scissor sweep but Ioannou is one step ahead there. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Ioannou not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. Dominatrix seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Rastaphan Dominatrix will probably get the nod. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
Ioannou throws a low kick, looking for Dominatrix's leg but Dominatrix calmly moves out of range. Dominatrix swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Dominatrix wants to clinch. Dominatrix misses with an uppercut. Dominatrix throws a hook but Ioannou avoids it easily. Dominatrix throws a wild combination but nothing lands. Rastaphan Dominatrix seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Ioannou scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent. Dominatrix fails in his attempt to clinch. Ioannou appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body. Ioannou tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Dominatrix paws at him with a jab and circles away. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Ioannou shoots in but Dominatrix avoids the takedown attempt easily. Dominatrix misses with a left hand and Ioannou counters with a three punch combo that has Dominatrix backing up. Dominatrix nods at Ioannou to acknowledge the strikes. Dominatrix lands an overhand right. Ioannou tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Dominatrix defends well and Ioannou ends up having to push Dominatrix into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch. Ioannou changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Dominatrix tries to avoid it but Ioannou manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Dominatrix to the ground. Dominatrix escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. Rastaphan Dominatrix has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Costa Ioannou.
That's one minute gone in the round. A combination from Dominatrix does no damage. Dominatrix scores with a takedown into Ioannou's guard. Ioannou is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive. Ioannou wants to stand but Dominatrix is controlling the position. Dominatrix tries to free his leg and advance position but Ioannou is retaining full guard. Dominatrix wants to stand but Ioannou is controlling his posture from full guard. Dominatrix trying to control the position from guard on top but Ioannou is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Dominatrix stays in close to Ioannou's body and controls the position.
That's two minutes gone in the round. Dominatrix's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground. Dominatrix wants to stand but Ioannou is controlling his posture from full guard.
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet. Some wild striking there from Dominatrix.
Dominatrix misses with the combination.
Nice sprawl there from Dominatrix as Ioannou shoots in. Ioannou fails with the takedown. Dominatrix with a nice cross.
That's three minutes gone in the round. Dominatrix fails to land with a series of punches.
Ioannou clinches up with Dominatrix and pushes him back against the cage. Ioannou has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Dominatrix after a bit of a struggle. Ioannou pulls guard successfully.
Dominatrix's corner is telling him to maintain position. Ioannou looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Dominatrix wants to get up but he can't break Ioannou's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. Ioannou keeping moving, preventing Dominatrix from controlling successfully. Ioannou escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Dominatrix gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. Ioannou keeping full guard, as Dominatrix tries to pass. Costa Ioannou has got the better of the ground game so far.
That's four minutes gone in the round. Ioannou looking to hit a scissor sweep but Dominatrix is one step ahead there. Ioannou looking for a guillotine here but Dominatrix defends easily.
Dominatrix won't allow Ioannou to get back to his feet. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Dominatrix wants to control from the top but Ioannou keeps moving. Ioannou is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Dominatrix presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Rastaphan Dominatrix will probably get the nod. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
Dominatrix swinging wildly here.
Dominatrix waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Ioannou. Ioannou is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Dominatrix with a body shot. Dominatrix slaps away a takedown attempt from Ioannou, before circling back to the center of the mat. Dominatrix throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Ioannou sees it coming and avoids it easily. Dominatrix jabs Ioannou right on the nose. Ioannou blinks but takes it well. Ioannou shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Dominatrix as he jumps to the side. Ioannou doesn't succeed with the takedown and Dominatrix counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Rastaphan Dominatrix has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Costa Ioannou. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Dominatrix will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Dominatrix pushes Ioannou up against the cage in a clinch. Ioannou has Dominatrix pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Dominatrix manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
That's one minute gone in the round. Ioannou has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Dominatrix is trying to keep an underhook but Ioannou manages to get the takedown into half guard. Dominatrix has one foot on Ioannou's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet. Dominatrix wants to clinch. Rastaphan Dominatrix is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Dominatrix fails in his attempt to clinch. Dominatrix swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Dominatrix is looking to take this fight into the clinch. Rastaphan Dominatrix is winning the standup battle so far. Nice sprawl there from Dominatrix as Ioannou shoots in. Dominatrix is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all. Ioannou keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Dominatrix. Ioannou defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Dominatrix. A jab from Dominatrix misses. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Ioannou darts in looking for a takedown but Dominatrix gets double underhooks and turns Ioannou into the cage. Ioannou looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily. Dominatrix changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit. Rastaphan Dominatrix is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
That's two minutes gone in the round. Ioannou avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Dominatrix cracks Ioannou with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business. Dominatrix pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Dominatrix misses with a two punch combination.
Ioannou steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Dominatrix. Ioannou leaves Dominatrix with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt. Dominatrix is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Ioannou can do to turn this around? Ioannou fails with a takedown attempt from distance. Dominatrix misses the shot to the body. Ioannou will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts. Dominatrix swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Ioannou is looking for the big counter here. Some wild striking there from Dominatrix.
Ioannou takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
That's three minutes gone in the round. Dominatrix lands with a good body shot. Dominatrix shoots in and drives through. Ioannou sprawls well. Dominatrix misses with a straight right. Ioannou dives in and grabs Dominatrix's left leg, looking for a takedown. Dominatrix pushes down on Ioannou's head and hops out. Ioannou looks for a takedown but Dominatrix sprawls well. Dominatrix is looking to counter punch. Dominatrix misses with a body shot.
Dominatrix misses with a wild combination.
Dominatrix lands a nice hook to Ioannou's body. Ioannou takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. Nice takedown defense from Dominatrix. No joy for Ioannou on that attempt. Ioannou takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
That's four minutes gone in the round. Dominatrix closes the distance and pushes Ioannou back into the cage. Dominatrix misses with a short punch on the inside. Ioannou drags the fight down to the ground.
Dominatrix tries to free his leg and advance position but Ioannou is retaining full guard. Ioannou has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. Dominatrix is posturing up here but Ioannou has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Dominatrix tries to roll out but it's too tight and Dominatrix has to tap! Slick submission there by Ioannou!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:43 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Costa Ioannou! A relieved looking Costa Ioannou 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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energy
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hype
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pop
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mgr
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RATING
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