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Event:
HFC 114: Curran vs Tsuruta
Date: Sep 02, 2017 |
#R1#
Rousey throws a hook to the side of Rakija's head but Rakija sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Rousey keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Rakija dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Rousey's corner calls for a 1-2. Rousey obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Rakija showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Rousey.
#TD#
Rousey closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Rakija quickly recovers to half guard.#SUB#
Rousey is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Rousey prevents Rakija from improving his position.#SUB#
Rousey is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Rakija controlling the position well. #T1#
Rakija is staying active underneath Rousey, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB#
Rousey is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Rakija has managed to free his arm - good work.
Rakija keeps control of the position for the meantime. #SUB#
Rousey is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Rakija has his hands clasped together around Rousey's back. He's all about the action.#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Rakija is trying to control but can't.
Rakija is trying to control but Rousey manages to pass to mount!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Rousey can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Rakija is looking to escape.
Rakija working to try and regain half guard.
Rakija tries to lock up and control but Rousey gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Rakija is trying desperately to improve position.#T3#
Rakija tries to hold on but Rousey postures up.#SUB#
Rousey looking to secure an arm triangle but Rakija defends it well.
Rousey punishing his opponent with strikes.
Rousey avoids the attempt from Rakija to control.
A nice elbow there by Rousey.
We've been hearing good reports from Rousey's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Rousey looking to control but Rakija is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Rakija doing his best to control the position. Can he escape?#T4#
Rakija wants to hold on but Rousey pushes him away.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Rakija keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Rakija keeps trying to improve his position.#SUB#
Rakija defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Rousey.
Rousey prevents Rakija from getting the reversal.
Rakija tries to hold on but Rousey pushes him away.
Rakija can't escape the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Rakija wants to control but Rousey is having none of it.#SUB#
Rousey has hold of Rakija's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Rakija manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ronald Rousey dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Rousey with a hook.
Rousey is looking to chop away at Rakija's legs.
Rakija is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Rakija scores with a kick to the midsection.
Rakija tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Rousey half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Rousey fails to land the takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rakija misses with a hook
and Rousey counters with a straight right hand.
A slapping leg kick lands for Rakija.
A nice leg kick lands there from Rakija.
Rousey scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.#T1#
Rakija displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Rousey throws out the jab.
Good leg kick by Rousey there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Rakija with a hook.#TD#
Rakija gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Our spies down at at Hellfire Antechamber inform us that Rakija has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Rousey throws an elbow that misses. Rakija uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Rousey's guard. Nice move by Rakija!#REVB#
Rakija trying to control the position from guard on top but Rousey is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Rousey is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Rakija defends well.#SUB2#
Rakija drops back, looking for a kneebar! Rousey looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Rousey looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Rousey! #REVR##T2#
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Rakija can't do much from the bottom here.
Rousey is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Rakija can do to turn this around?#SUB#
Rousey thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Rousey advances to full mount. #T3#
Rousey lands with some strikes.
Rakija is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Rakija keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
A nice elbow there by Rousey.
Rakija wants to control but Rousey is having none of it.
Rakija is working to get back to half guard.
Rousey pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.#T4##SUB#
Rousey has hold of Rakija's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Rakija manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Rakija tries to hold on but Rousey pushes him away.
Rakija is desperately trying to improve his position but Rousey has a good base and remains in mount.
Rousey putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!
Rakija gets back to half guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Rakija wants to get back to full guard.
Ronald Rousey overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Rousey sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Rakija defending well though.
Rakija is trying to control but can't.
#SUB#
Rousey is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ronald Rousey 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!
#R3#
Rakija bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Rakija tries to work over Rousey's front leg with a kick but Rousey checks it.
Rousey shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Rakija defends it nicely.
Rousey fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Rakija avoids it really well and circles away.
Rousey moves away from the strike by Rakija.
Rousey throws a left and a right that both miss
and Rakija counters with an inside leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rousey cracks a nice hook into Rakija's ribs.
Rousey swinging wildly here.
Rousey throws a head kick that misses
and Rakija counters with an inside leg kick. #T1#
Rousey shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Rakija counters with a good low kick that Rousey was not able to check.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ronald Rousey. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Rakija is looking to slow Rousey down with leg kicks.
Rakija looks to land a body kick but Rousey moved away.
Rousey throws a poor cross that misses
and Rakija counters with a straight right hand.
Rakija paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
A head kick misses from Rousey.
Rousey avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Rakija finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Rousey feinted there with a counter leg kick.
A decent looking cross lands there for Rakija.
Ronald Rousey seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Rakija throws a leg kick which misses Rousey's front leg but catches the back leg as Rousey tries to avoid it.
Ronald Rousey is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Rakija leaves Rousey with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Rakija fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Rousey has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Riza Rakija has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Ronald Rousey is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2##CL2#
Rakija has closed the distance and engaged Rousey in a clinch.
Rousey tries to break the clinch but Rakija is controlling the position.
Rakija goes for a takedown attempt but Rousey pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
#TD2#
Rakija bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Rakija trying to control the position but Rousey is working away.
Rousey tries to improve position but can't. #T3##SUB2#
Rakija is working to tighten his grip on Rousey's neck. He's isolated an arm and is working for an arm triangle. Rousey has recognised the danger and is trying to turn with the submission but Rakija is really squeezing tight and eventually Rousey passes out! Rakija breaks the hold and jumps onto the cage to celebrate! Submission of the night, I'd say!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:29 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Riza Rakija!
A very excited looking Riza Rakija made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.
Ronald Rousey was interviewed post fight and said 'My hat's off to my opponent. He fought a great fight and won fair and square. I'm glad we were able to put on an exciting fight for you fans. Give it up, people!'.
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Event:
HFC 112:Curran vs Skrumbellos
Date: Aug 12, 2017 |
#R1#
Malenko looks to throw the jab but Rousey is out of range.
Malenko misses with a looping left.
Malenko misses with a hook.
Malenko throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Rousey tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Malenko defends well and Rousey ends up having to push Malenko into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
We've been informed that Rousey has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Malenko throws a looping overhand right but Rousey ducks down to avoid it.
Rousey shoots in but Malenko avoids the takedown attempt easily.#TD2#
Rousey shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Malenko trying to keep a closed guard but Rousey is proving a slippery customer.
Malenko is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rousey distracts Malenko with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Rousey wants to control from the top but Malenko keeps moving.
We've been hearing good reports from Malenko's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Rousey trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #T1#
Malenko trying to control the position.
Rousey missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Malenko managing to control the position.
Malenko keeping moving, preventing Rousey from controlling successfully.
Rousey looking to pass the guard.
Rousey postures up in Malenko's guard and throws a big left but Malenko blocks it.
Rousey stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Malenko swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Rousey trying to control the position from guard on top but Malenko is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB#
Malenko is looking for a triangle but Rousey pushes his legs off easily.
Rousey is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Malenko trying to keep a closed guard but Rousey is proving a slippery customer.
Rousey missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Rousey working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Malenko is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Rousey uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Malenko.
Rousey tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Malenko defends well and Rousey ends up having to push Malenko into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Ray Malenko has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ronald Rousey.
Malenko swings for the body but Rousey moves out of range.
#T3#
Rousey takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Malenko connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.#TD2#
Rousey shoots in and bounces Malenko off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Malenko trying to keep a closed guard but Rousey is proving a slippery customer.
Rousey with a nice head shot there.
Malenko is pulling down on Rousey's head. It's preventing any offense from Rousey, at least for the moment.
Rousey throws a strike but Malenko rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR##SUB2#
Malenko avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Malenko sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T4#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Malenko passes easily into side control. Nice work.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
The referee asks Malenko politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Malenko prefers to stall for the moment though.
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 Ray Malenko will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Rousey uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Malenko.
Rousey throws out a counter right but Malenko avoids it with no problem.
Nice shot lands for Malenko.#CL#
Malenko has taken the fight to the clinch.
Malenko goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Malenko swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Malenko tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Malenko tries to work over Rousey's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A right hook to the body lands for Malenko.
Malenko swings wildly with an uppercut but Rousey uses good head movement to avoid it.
Rousey lands a right hand that snaps the head of Malenko backwards.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Rousey.
Rousey misses with a hook from the clinch.
Malenko is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Rousey can do to turn this around?
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rousey tries for a takedown but Malenko manages to get underhooks.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Malenko.
Rousey avoiding damage.
Malenko tries a body shot but Rousey blocks it.
Malenko struggles to land a body shot inside as Rousey controls his hands.
Malenko doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
#T1#
Rousey tries for a takedown but Malenko manages to get underhooks.
Malenko blocking some punches.
Malenko misses with a body punch.
Malenko lands a right hand that snaps the head of Rousey backwards.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Rousey takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Rousey throws a punch but it's blocked by Malenko.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Malenko creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Malenko.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rousey.
Malenko misses with a hook from the clinch.
Rousey taking a breather.
Rousey is looking to take this one to the mat.
Ray Malenko has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ronald Rousey.
A hook to the body from Malenko.
Rousey is breathing heavily.
Malenko lands with a left to the head. #BC#
Malenko breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Malenko fails in his attempt to clinch.
Malenko scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Rousey doesn't seem bothered though.
Malenko misses with a body shot.
#T2#
Malenko tries to clinch but Rousey moves out of range.
Malenko sets himself, and Rousey steps forward looking for the clinch! Malenko avoids it this time.
Rousey misses with a body kick.
Rousey takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Malenko swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Rousey misses with an uppercut.
Malenko is looking to clinch but Rousey is avoiding it.
Rousey moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Malenko lands a nice shot that snaps Rousey's head back.
Malenko tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Rousey was well out of range. Poor timing from Malenko.
Rousey uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Malenko.
Malenko fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Jab, jab by Malenko - just one landing.
Rousey thumps Malenko with a low kick.
The fight stays on the outside here - Malenko looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Rousey misses with a takedown attempt - Malenko sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.#T3#
Malenko throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Rousey lands an overhand right.
Rousey misses with a two punch combination.
Ray Malenko is winning the standup battle so far.
A looping hook to the body misses from Malenko. Rousey does a little dance to reset his feet.
Ronald Rousey is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Malenko throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
The fight stays on the outside here - Malenko looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Malenko lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Rousey at a distance.
Ray Malenko is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Malenko doesn't manage to clinch there - Rousey circles away.
Rousey drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Malenko defends it well.
Rousey circles away from the clinch attempt.
Malenko lands a jab to the nose.
Malenko connects with a crisp jab.
Malenko is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Malenko rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
#TD2#
and Rousey counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Rousey is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Malenko reverses the position - he's now on top in Rousey's guard. #T4#
Malenko being controlled here momentarily.
Rousey keeping full guard, as Malenko tries to pass.
Malenko passes Rousey's left leg - he's now in half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Well, if Malenko 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.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ray Malenko dominated that second round.
That's time! Malenko's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3#
Malenko throws a body punch but Rousey moves out of range.
Malenko looks to throw the jab but Rousey is out of range.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Rousey! But no joy.
Rousey shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Malenko pinned against the cage. Malenko gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Rousey has his takedown stuffed
and Malenko counters with a stiff right hand.
The crowd cheers as Malenko lands an impressive looking overhand right. Rousey doesn't seem phased though.
Malenko misses with a body shot.
Rousey lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Rousey dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Malenko. That did some damage!
Malenko misses with a body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rousey on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Rousey misses with a looping left.
A looping hook to the body misses from Malenko. Rousey does a little dance to reset his feet.
Malenko fails in his attempt to clinch.
Rousey slips a straight right by Malenko.#T1#
Malenko darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Malenko lands a really nice looking cross but Rousey seems unphased.
Rousey uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Malenko.
Malenko misses the shot to the body.
Malenko throws a big shot that misses.
Rousey avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Malenko pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Rousey lands a really nice looking cross but Malenko seems unphased.
Rousey connects with a body shot.
Rousey walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
A cross from Malenko lands.
Malenko misses with a hook. Rousey ducked under it nicely.
Rousey feints the counter takedown.
Malenko works over Rousey's head and body with a nice combination.
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!
Malenko throws out a loose jab but Rousey uses good head movement to avoid it.
Malenko scores with a hook to the body. Rousey takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Rousey throws a right hand that Malenko ducks under and follows up with a left that Malenko also avoids with ease.#T2#
Rousey scores with a jab to the body.
Malenko throws a combination. Rousey tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Ronald Rousey has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Rousey connects with a body shot.
Rousey takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
A big right from Malenko misses.
Rousey fails with the takedown
and Malenko counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Ray Malenko has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ronald Rousey.
Malenko tests Rousey's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Jab by Malenko.
Rousey takes a jab right on the kisser.
#CL#
Malenko drives through and clinches with Rousey against the cage.
Rousey misses with a punch to the body.
Malenko working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Rousey blocks an uppercut.
Rousey has a couple of punches blocked by Malenko.
#T3#
Still in the clinch, Malenko scores with a nice short uppercut.
Malenko lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #ROC#
Rousey is rocked!
Malenko fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Rousey stalling in the clinch but Malenko improves position.
Malenko swings wildly with an uppercut but Rousey uses good head movement to avoid it.
Malenko working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Rousey is still on wobbly legs! Can Malenko finish him?
Rousey wants a takedown but no success here.
Rousey seems to have recovered his senses.
Rousey is trying to break free.
Malenko is pressed up against the cage. Rousey has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Malenko down to the mat. Malenko avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Rousey takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Malenko ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Rousey moves away.
Malenko connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Rousey's hands.
Rousey gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Malenko misses with a wild body shot.
Malenko scores with the left hand. Rousey knows he should have avoided that one.
Rousey has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
A jab from Malenko does it's job there.
Rousey misses with an uppercut. #T4#
Malenko thuds a left hand into Rousey's body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Rousey throws a sloppy head kick
and Malenko counters with a right hand to the body.
Malenko lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Rousey at a distance.
Malenko gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Rousey.
Rousey closes this distance looking for a takedown but Malenko circles away.
Nice jab there from Malenko.
Malenko wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Malenko scores with a sloppy right hand. Rousey should have avoided that one.
Malenko tries to clinch up.
Malenko throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Rousey stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Malenko cracks Rousey with a right hand to the side of the head.#CL#
Malenko rushes Rousey and presses him up against the cage.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Malenko lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Malenko lands a right hand that snaps the head of Rousey backwards.
Malenko stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Rousey takes a shot to the head.
Malenko softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ray Malenko showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Malenko, 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 Aleksandr Martynov scores the fight 30:27
Judge Fedor Mirinova scores the fight 30:27
Judge Sergei Dronov scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ray Malenko!
During a confident post fight interview, Ray Malenko thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
In defeat, Ronald Rousey stepped up to the mic, saying 'My hat's off to my opponent. He fought a great fight and won fair and square. I'm glad we were able to put on an exciting fight for you fans. Give it up, people!'.
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Event:
AD440: Redskins #21
Date: Apr 26, 2017 |
#R1##CL2#
Rayder clinches up with Rousey and pushes him back against the cage.#BC#
Rousey's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Rousey connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Rayder's hands.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Rayder lands a nice shot to the body.
Rousey being controlled against the cage.
Rayder's coach down at Winds of Winter was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Rayder's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Rousey has Rayder pressed against the cage, preventing Rayder from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Rayder working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Rayder working aggressively here.
Rayder working aggressively here.
Rayder tries a body shot but Rousey blocks it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rayder digs a right hand into Rousey's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Rousey's gas tank. #BC#
Rousey breaks from the clinch.
Rousey misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Rayder throws a counter combo.
Rayder fails with an attempt to clinch.
Jab, jab by Rousey - just one landing.
Ronald Rousey seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
Rousey connects with a body shot that sends Rayder's belly button to the back.
A jab from Rousey does it's job there.#CL2#
Rayder pushes Rousey up against the cage in a clinch.
Rousey lands a nice shot to the body. #BC#
Rousey pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL#
Rousey clinches.
Rousey swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Rousey tries to throw a body punch but Rayder avoids it by throwing Rousey back against the cage.
Rousey taking a breather.#BC#
Rousey breaks the clinch.
#TD#
Rousey scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Rousey trying to control the position but Rayder is working away.
Rayder can't do much from the bottom here. #T2#
Rayder is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.#SUB#
Rousey is working for a submission of some sort.
Rousey wants to pass to mount but Rayder is defending the position.
Rousey trying to control the action but Rayder is working from the bottom.
Rousey throwing shots but Rayder is blocking nicely. #T3##ES2#
Rayder has one foot on Rousey's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
Rousey 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.
Rousey looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Rayder gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Rayder doesn't manage to clinch there - Rousey circles away.
Rousey fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Rousey misses with a takedown attempt - Rayder sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
As Rousey backs off Rayder throws a huge counter combo but Rousey manages to avoid it all.
An inside leg kick lands from Rousey.
Rousey throws the left hand but Rayder avoids the punch easily.
Rayder appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Rousey dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Rayder. That did some damage!#T4#
Rousey looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Rayder thinks about the counter body kick.
Rayder moves out of range as Rousey strikes.
As Rousey backs off Rayder throws a huge counter combo but Rousey manages to avoid it all.
Rousey tries a head kick but it misses.
Rayder looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
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!
Rousey pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Rayder stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Rousey.
Rousey throws a wild body kick that Rayder sees coming a mile off.
Rousey avoids a punch combination nicely.
Rousey feinted with a counter takedown.#CL2#
Rayder has managed to clinch.
Rayder doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Rousey blocking some punches.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ronald Rousey dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2##CL2#
Rayder instigates a clinch.
Rousey misses with a hook to the ribs.
Rayder softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Rayder swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Rousey lands a body punch in the clinch.
Rousey is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Rayder can do to turn this around?
Rayder lands with a right to the head.
Rousey lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Rousey blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Rayder misses with some punches.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Rayder as Rousey tries to tie him up.
Rayder is trying to maintain a safe position but Rousey gets an underhook and turns Rayder into the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rayder letting Rousey take a breather here.
A nice left hand lands by Rousey.
Rousey wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Rayder has him pressed against the cage.
Rayder working some nice short punches in the clinch.#BC2#
Rayder breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Rousey lands a nice looking body shot.
#T1#
Rousey connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Rayder momentarily.
Rousey fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Rayder.
Rousey ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Rayder slips under a jab from Rousey.
Rousey lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Rousey throws a leg kick which misses Rayder's front leg but catches the back leg as Rayder tries to avoid it.
Rousey tries for a takedown but Rayder circles away easily
and Rayder counters with a good, hard body kick but Rousey shrugs it off. #CL2#
Rayder drives through and clinches with Rousey against the cage.
Rayder lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Rousey tries for a takedown. No joy.
#T2#
Come on Rayder - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Rousey blocking some punches.
Rayder misses with a punch on the inside.
Rousey tries to throw a body punch but Rayder avoids it by throwing Rousey back against the cage. #BC#
Rousey escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Rousey pushes Rayder away with a front kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Rousey connects with a solid leg kick.
Rousey bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Rayder's head.
Rayder displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Rousey throws out the jab.
A nice leg kick lands there from Rousey.
Rayder's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Rayder avoids the body shot from Rousey.
Rayder is looking for the big counter here.
Rayder moves out of range of the body kick from Rousey.
Rayder counters with a body kick.#T3#
Rousey feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Rayder's calf.
Rousey lands with an uppercut that bounces Rayder off the cage and back into range.
Rayder tries to clinch but Rousey is having none of it.
Rousey lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Rousey turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.#CL2#
Rayder takes the fight into the clinch.
Rousey wants to get back to striking at distance but Rayder won't allow it.
Rayder tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Rayder misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Rousey lands a right hand.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rayder.
Rousey blocking some punches.
Rayder looking to slow down the pace here.#T4#
Rayder throws a punch but it's blocked by Rousey.
Rousey misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Rayder misses with a short punch on the inside.
Rousey lands a right hand.
Rayder misses with a short punch on the inside.
Rayder makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Rousey dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Rousey.
Rayder misses with a punch on the inside.
Rousey misses with a punch on the inside.
#BC2#
Rayder manages to break the clinch.
Ronald Rousey is winning the standup battle so far.
Rayder with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Rousey to score with a decent uppercut.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Rousey 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 Rayder has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Rayder and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Rayder tries to counter with a clinch but Rousey shakes him off and moves away.
Rayder tries to clinch up but Rousey circles away and keeps his distance.
Rousey drops down looking for a counter takedown but Rayder sprawls and moves away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ronald Rousey dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Good leg kick by Rousey there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
A lazy left from Rousey finds it's target.
Rousey misses with a left hand
enabling Rayder to counter with a crisp jab.
Rousey throws a wild body kick that Rayder sees coming a mile off.#CL#
Rousey closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Rousey wants to stall.
A head punch on the inside from Rayder fails to land.
Rayder misses with some punches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rousey taking a breather.
Rayder makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Rousey displaying some good clinch control by pressing Rayder up against the cage.#BC#
Rousey breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #T1##CL#
Rousey closes the distance and clinches.
Rayder misses with a punch on the inside.
Rousey stalling.
Rayder misses with a punch on the inside.
Rayder misses with a short punch on the inside.
Rayder swings wildly with an uppercut but Rousey uses good head movement to avoid it.
Rayder lands with a right to the head.
Rousey tries to stall but Rayder uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Rousey can't get the takedown.
Rayder stalling in the clinch but Rousey improves position.
Rayder stalling.
#BC#
Rousey breaks the clinch.
Rousey throws a push kick but Rayder slaps the foot to one side.
Rousey looks for a takedown but Rayder sprawls well.
Rayder is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.#T2##CL2#
Rousey tries to keep at a distance but Rayder has taken the fight into the clinch.
Rousey tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #BC2#
Rayder escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Rayder fails in his attempt to clinch.
An inside leg kick lands from Rousey.
Some bone on bone action there as Rayder checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Rousey tries to score a power double leg takedown but Rayder sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Rousey somewhat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ronald Rousey. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Rousey throws a leg kick #CL2#
and Rayder counters by moving into the clinch. #T3#
Rayder lands with a short shot to the head.
Rayder misses with a hook to the ribs.
Rayder scores with a nice hook to the head.
Rousey works on Rayder's body with a couple of short punches.#BC#
Rousey breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Rousey will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Rayder on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Mance Rayder has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Rayder keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Rayder was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Rayder doesn't manage to clinch there - Rousey circles away.
Rayder takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#BC#
Rousey breaks from the clinch.
#T4#
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Rayder checks a leg kick.
Rousey misses with an uppercut
and Rayder counters with a one-two to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Rousey scores with a jab to the body.
Rousey is looking to slow Rayder down with leg kicks. #CL2#
Rayder has taken the fight to the clinch.
Ronald Rousey is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Rayder scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Rayder lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Rayder misses with a short punch on the inside.
Rousey avoiding damage.
Rayder misses with a hook to the ribs.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Mance Rayder.
I think Rousey has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. 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 Alec Ball scores the fight 29:28
Judge Dillan Fox scores the fight 29:28
Judge Yves DeLean scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ronald Rousey!
Ronald Rousey thanked the fans post fight for their support.
Mance Rayder was interviewed post fight and said 'Yo, fuck this. This is bullshit. I was robbed.'.
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Event:
AD434: Collateral Damage
Date: Apr 05, 2017 |
#R1#
Brunswick just misses with a punch to the body.
Rousey moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Brunswick throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Rousey on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Brunswick blocks a leg kick.
Brunswick uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Brunswick jabs Rousey to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Rousey keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
#TD2#
Brunswick scores with a takedown into Rousey's guard.
Brunswick sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Rousey seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.#SUB#
Rousey is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Brunswick is aware though and is defending well.#T1#
Brunswick seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Brunswick looking to pass the guard.
Brunswick wants to control from the top but Rousey keeps moving.
Rousey preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Brunswick is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Nice shot lands for Brunswick.
Rousey lands a jab.
Brunswick throws a leg kick but Rousey checks it.
Brunswick uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Rousey.
Brunswick appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Rousey.
Rousey lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Rousey walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Brunswick checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Brunswick scores with a kick to the body.
Rousey slips a jab from Brunswick.
Brunswick swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Milo Brunswick seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Rousey throws a nice outside leg kick.
Rousey lands a leg kick that knocks Brunswick off balance momentarily.
Rousey takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Rousey defending well as Brunswick loads up on a big left hand.
Brunswick lands the left hand.#T3#
A punch combination from Rousey misses.
Brunswick now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Brunswick throws a body punch but Rousey moves out of range.
Nice shot by Brunswick.
Brunswick takes a swing at Rousey's ribcage but misses.
Rousey misses with a body kick.
Brunswick misses with a hook to the body
#TD#
and Rousey counters with a shoot takedown. Brunswick fights it but they end up in guard.
Rousey working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Rousey throwing strikes but missing.
Rousey looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Brunswick 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.#T4#
Rousey works over Brunswick with some ground and pound from guard.
Brunswick utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Brunswick working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Rousey.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Rousey stands and throws Brunswick's legs to the side, diving into side control. #SUB#
Rousey tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Brunswick is not content to let Rousey control the position.
Brunswick tries to buck Rousey off but Rousey is having none of it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Milo Brunswick will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Brunswick on the wrong end of a nice hook.#CUT#
It looks like Milo Brunswick has been cut.
Brunswick looks for the body kick but Rousey saw that one coming.
Rousey throws out a loose jab but Brunswick uses good head movement to avoid it.
Rousey misses with a wild body shot.
Rousey defending well as Brunswick loads up on a big left hand.
Rousey has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Brunswick finds it's way round the side to connect with Rousey's head.
Brunswick thows a left - swing and a miss!
Rousey tries a head kick but it misses.
Brunswick tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Rousey was well out of range. Poor timing from Brunswick.
Brunswick on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Brunswick looks to land a left hand but Rousey moved out of range nicely.
Brunswick is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Rousey rather than just go for the knockout.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rousey tries a head kick but it misses.
Brunswick dips to his left and cracks Rousey with an uppercut!
Rousey lands a nice leg kick that just misses Brunswick's sensitive parts.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Rousey.
Rousey defending well as Brunswick loads up on a big left hand.
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!
Brunswick bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Rousey's head.#T1#
Brunswick throws a shot to the body.
Brunswick looks to land a body kick but Rousey moved away.
Rousey scores with a leg kick.
Brunswick on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Donk. Brunswick catches Rousey right on the button with a cross.#TD2#
Brunswick drives through with a takedown into guard.
Brunswick trying to control the position from guard on top but Rousey is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Rousey escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Brunswick gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Brunswick trying to control the position from guard on top but Rousey is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
Brunswick not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #SUB#
Rousey has his foot on Brunswick's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Brunswick works his way back into a safe position though.
Brunswick looking to pass the guard.
Brunswick wants to control from the top but Rousey keeps moving.
Rousey manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Brunswick manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
Rousey trying to control the position from guard on top but Brunswick is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ronald Rousey overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T3#
Rousey is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Brunswick is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Rousey is looking to advance position but Brunswick has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!#REVB#
Brunswick wants to control the pace but Rousey is squirming around nicely.
Rousey is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #T4#
Brunswick is trying to control here but Rousey has managed to regain half guard.
Brunswick is thwarting Rousey's attempts to control the position.
Brunswick with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #SUB#
Rousey looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Rousey works his way to full guard. Good work.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Milo Brunswick showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Milo Brunswick's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Rousey throws a leg kick
and Brunswick counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Rousey on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Brunswick misses with a kick to the body.
Brunswick connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Brunswick misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Brunswick 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.
Brunswick has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Brunswick moves out of range of the body kick.
Rousey throws a right hand that Brunswick ducks under and follows up with a left that Brunswick also avoids with ease.
Brunswick blocks a leg kick.
Brunswick swings for the body but Rousey moves out of range.
Rousey ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Brunswick moves away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rousey misses with the body kick
and Brunswick counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Rousey thinking.
Brunswick's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Brunswick will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Brunswick pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Rousey takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Rousey goes for a double leg but Brunswick avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Brunswick continues to drive forward.#T1#
Rousey throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Brunswick sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Rousey wants to slow Brunswick down by chopping away at his legs.
Brunswick fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Rousey manages to avoid it.#TD#
Rousey is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Brunswick's half guard.
Rousey is looking to stall here but Brunswick recovers full guard.
Brunswick has control of Rousey's left arm, preventing Rousey from doing any damage.
Brunswick is continuing to stall.
Rousey trying to control the position from guard on top but Brunswick is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
Rousey controlling from the top position. #SUB#
Rousey postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Brunswick is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Rousey, into his guard. #REVB#
Brunswick content to stall in guard here. #T3#
Brunswick preventing the sweep.
Brunswick is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Rousey trying to keep a closed guard but Brunswick is proving a slippery customer.
Brunswick is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Ronald Rousey has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Brunswick trying to move into half guard but instead Rousey has managed to sweep!#REVR#
Rousey throws a strike but Brunswick rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Brunswick throws a big right hand that misses.
Brunswick trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Rousey bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Brunswick's guard. #REVR#
Rousey working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Milo Brunswick is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Brunswick is on top in guard.
#REVB#
And that's the end of the fight!
Milo Brunswick comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Brunswick 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 Elvis Blanc scores the fight 27:30
Judge Gregory Folan scores the fight 27:30
Judge Steve Smith scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Milo Brunswick!
Milo Brunswick seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
In defeat, Ronald Rousey stepped up to the mic, saying 'My hat's off to my opponent. He fought a great fight and won fair and square. I'm glad we were able to put on an exciting fight for you fans. Give it up, people!'.
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Event:
AD427: Bad Blood
Date: Mar 15, 2017 |
#R1#
Jarnkarl misses with a body shot.
Jarnkarl gets cracked there but stands up to it.
#TD#
Rousey shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Rousey controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#ES2#
Jarnkarl has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Rousey off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
Rousey tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Jarnkarl counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Jarnkarl tries a low kick but Rousey avoids it.
Jarnkarl with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Rousey cracks the inside of Jarnkarl's front leg.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jarnkarl takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Jarnkarl lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Rousey at a distance.
Jarnkarl misses the shot to the body.
Rousey appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Jarnkarl connects with a body shot.
Jarnkarl digs a good hook to Rousey's body.
Arni Jarnkarl is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
Jarnkarl dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
A solid leg kick lands there for Jarnkarl.
Jarnkarl fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Rousey.
Jarnkarl throws a hook but Rousey avoids it easily.
Rousey attempts a counter takedown but Jarnkarl avoids it well and moves away.
Jarnkarl with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Rousey looks to land a right hand but Jarnkarl moved out of range.
Rousey throws a leg kick but Jarnkarl sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Jarnkarl tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Rousey was well out of range. Poor timing from Jarnkarl.
Jarnkarl on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Rousey. Rousey obviously looking to wear him down.
Rousey throws a head kick that misses
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Rousey tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Rousey keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Rousey looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Jarnkarl defending well as Rousey loads up on a big left hand.
Rousey cracks the inside of Jarnkarl's front leg. #T2#
Jarnkarl tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Rousey was well out of range. Poor timing from Jarnkarl.
Jarnkarl looks to score with a jab to the body but Rousey is just out of range.
Jarnkarl misses with a body shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jarnkarl takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Rousey uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jarnkarl.
Rousey checks a leg kick.
Jarnkarl stuns Rousey with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Jarnkarl swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Jarnkarl is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Rousey rather than just go for the knockout.
Rousey on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Jarnkarl throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Rousey changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Jarnkarl misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Rousey.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Rousey.
Jarnkarl throws a body punch but Rousey moves out of range. #T3#
Jarnkarl throws a body punch but Rousey moves out of range.
Rousey appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Jarnkarl keeps the fight on the outside.
Rousey scores with a jab to the jaw.
Jarnkarl chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Rousey can pounce on him.
Rousey is looking to score with low kicks.
Rousey misses the jab.
Jarnkarl stuns Rousey with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Jarnkarl swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Rousey fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Rousey lands with a straight right. Jarnkarl didn't see that one coming.
Rousey lands a nice leg kick that just misses Jarnkarl's sensitive parts. #TD#
Rousey fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Jarnkarl to the ground. Rousey is now in Jarnkarl's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Rousey controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T4#
Rousey trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Jarnkarl is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Jarnkarl wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Rousey looking to sit in guard and control but Jarnkarl gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Jarnkarl is looking to work some ground and pound but Rousey has wrist control.
Rousey trying to control the position here.
Rousey working a defensive guard here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Arni Jarnkarl dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Rousey's jab looks to have found its range, popping Jarnkarl under the eye.
Jarnkarl defending well as Rousey loads up on a big left hand.
Jarnkarl on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Rousey chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Jarnkarl can pounce on him.
Rousey stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Jarnkarl.
Rousey fails to land the takedown.
Rousey lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Jarnkarl at a distance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jarnkarl steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Rousey.
Rousey feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Jarnkarl's calf.
Rousey swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Jarnkarl throws out a counter right but Rousey avoids it with no problem.
Rousey throws a leg kick
and Jarnkarl counters with a thumping low kick. #T1#
Rousey fails in his attempt to clinch.
A nice inside leg kick there by Rousey. That's going to slow Jarnkarl down.
Rousey uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jarnkarl.
Jarnkarl staying out of range there.
Jarnkarl lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Jarnkarl throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Jarnkarl on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Rousey. Rousey obviously looking to wear him down.
A punch lands to the side of Jarnkarl 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Rousey throws a leg kick but Jarnkarl sees it coming and checks it nicely.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Jarnkarl does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Rousey misses with a left hand
and Jarnkarl counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Rousey thinking.
Jarnkarl works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.#CUT2#
It looks like Ronald Rousey has been cut.
Good leg kick by Jarnkarl there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
#T2#
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Jarnkarl - that will leave a mark!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jarnkarl is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Rousey, right into the meat.
The fight stays on the outside here - Rousey looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Jarnkarl tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
A good leg kick by Rousey.
Rousey turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Jarnkarl avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Jarnkarl throws a low kick, looking for Rousey's leg but Rousey calmly moves out of range.
Jarnkarl just misses with a punch to the body.
Jarnkarl misses with a body shot.
Rousey slips under a jab from Jarnkarl.#T3#
Jarnkarl moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Rousey misses with a leg kick
and Jarnkarl counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Jarnkarl swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Jarnkarl blocks a head kick by Rousey.
#CL#
Rousey clinches with his opponent.
#BC2#
Jarnkarl breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Jarnkarl turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Jarnkarl misses with a looping left.
Rousey throws a lazy uppercut
and Jarnkarl counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Jarnkarl lands with a nice body punch.
Rousey fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Jarnkarl manages to avoid it.
Jarnkarl throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Jarnkarl lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.#T4#
Jarnkarl swings and misses with a hook to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jarnkarl misses with a leg kick #TD#
and Rousey counters with a single leg into guard. Jarnkarl didn't expect that.
Rousey is looking to advance position but Jarnkarl has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!#REVB#
Rousey tries to lock up and control but Jarnkarl gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Jarnkarl landing strikes from the mount and Rousey is in trouble!
Jarnkarl has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Rousey's face.
Jarnkarl raining down hammerfists from mount.
Jarnkarl unloading with bombs!
Rousey really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Arni Jarnkarl showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Ronald Rousey's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Jarnkarl misses with a low kick as Rousey jumps back.
Jarnkarl comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Rousey throws a sloppy head kick and Jarnkarl moves out of range easily.
Rousey keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Jarnkarl throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Rousey misses with a double jab.
Jarnkarl keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Jarnkarl let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Rousey works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Jarnkarl pushes Rousey away with a front kick.
Jarnkarl's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jarnkarl scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Jarnkarl throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Jarnkarl keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Rousey.
Rousey thows a left - swing and a miss! #T1#
Jarnkarl misses with a body shot.
Ronald Rousey seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Rousey takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Rousey scores with a jab to the body.
Rousey lands a right hook to the body.
Rousey is looking to clinch.
Rousey keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Rousey swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Rousey misses with a hook
and Jarnkarl counters with a left to the body.
Arni Jarnkarl seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Rousey uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Jarnkarl.
Jarnkarl throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Rousey drops down looking for a counter takedown but Jarnkarl sprawls and moves away.
Jarnkarl changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Jarnkarl throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Jarnkarl misses with a telegraphed body shot
#TD#
and Rousey counters with a single leg into guard. Jarnkarl didn't expect that. #T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Rousey not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Jarnkarl has control of Rousey's left arm, preventing Rousey from doing any damage.
Rousey trying to control the position from guard on top but Jarnkarl is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Jarnkarl tries to land a sweep but no joy.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Rousey showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T3#
Jarnkarl controls Rousey momentarily but Rousey frees himself.
Jarnkarl is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Jarnkarl checks a leg kick.
Jarnkarl lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
A looping hook to the body misses from Jarnkarl. Rousey does a little dance to reset his feet.
Rousey feinted with a counter takedown.
Rousey takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Jarnkarl throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Rousey stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Rousey tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Rousey thows a leg kick but Jarnkarl checks it
and Jarnkarl makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Ronald Rousey has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
Jarnkarl misses with a wild body shot.
Rousey drops down looking for a counter takedown but Jarnkarl sprawls and moves away.
Rousey pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Jarnkarl has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Good leg kick by Jarnkarl there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Rousey dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Rousey missing with a left hand there. Jarnkarl was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Good work by Rousey as he checks the leg kick.
Jarnkarl throws a low kick but Rousey moves out of range easily.
Jarnkarl with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Rousey fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Jarnkarl is out of range.
Rousey moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Rousey looks to clinch
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Rousey checks a leg kick.
And that's the end of the fight!
Arni Jarnkarl comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Jarnkarl winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. 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 Trevor Gratis scores the fight 27:30
Judge Dillan Fox scores the fight 27:30
Judge Elvis Blanc scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Arni Jarnkarl!
Our winner, Arni Jarnkarl, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.
In defeat, Ronald Rousey stepped up to the mic, saying 'My hat's off to my opponent. He fought a great fight and won fair and square. I'm glad we were able to put on an exciting fight for you fans. Give it up, people!'.
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Event:
AD421: The inverse
Date: Feb 22, 2017 |
#R1#
Rousey fails with an attempt to clinch.
That kick from Rousey tenderised Sis's leg. Sis is trying to keep his angry face on.#TD#
Rousey drives through with a takedown into Sis's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Sis pulls Rousey in close to prevent any damage.
Sis is looking to stand up but Rousey isn't so interested in that idea.
Rousey stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Sis swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Sis keeping moving, preventing Rousey from controlling successfully.
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.
Sis looking to hit a scissor sweep but Rousey is one step ahead there.
Rousey scoring with punches to the head and body. #T1#
Rousey pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Sis is keeping the position for now.
Sis working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Rousey.
Rousey stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Sis swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Rousey drops back, looking for a kneebar! Sis looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Sis looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Sis! #REVB#
Rousey tries to improve position but can't.
Rousey is working hard here to advance position.
Rousey's coaches at ~T~ Troid - Gym have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.#T2#
Sis taking a breather here.
Rousey is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
A lull in the action here.#T3#
Rousey is not content to let Sis control the position.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Rousey gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Rousey moves into full guard.
Sis slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.#SUB2#
Sis looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #T4#
Rousey manages to get back to half guard.
Rousey is refusing to be controlled, as Sis sits in half guard.
Rousey tries to get to full guard but Sis has control of the leg.
Sis keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sis is looking to stall here but Rousey recovers full guard.
Sis trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
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 Ronald Rousey will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Rousey scores with a decent looking hook.
Sis throws a big shot that misses.
Rousey attempts a counter takedown but Sis avoids it well and moves away.
Sis takes a swing at Rousey's ribcage but misses.
Sis gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Rousey.
Rousey tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Sis counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Rousey thinking.
Rousey throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Sis sizes up Rousey with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Sis digs a good body shot into Rousey's ribs.
Sis throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sis. Rousey does a little dance to reset his feet.
Rousey takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.#CUT2#
It looks like Ronald Rousey has been cut.
Rousey scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Sis works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Sis is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Rousey rather than just go for the knockout.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Sis just misses with a punch to the body.
Ronald Rousey seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
The fighters circle momentarily. Sis darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Rousey blocks a head kick by Sis.
Nem Sis is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Sis throws a hook to the side of Rousey's head but Rousey sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Sis takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.#TD#
Rousey looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Sis tries to get to full guard but Rousey has control of the leg. #SUB#
Rousey is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Rousey wants to free his trapped foot but Sis is holding on for dear life with his legs. #T2#
Sis controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Rousey stops Sis from getting back to his feet.
Sis is trying to maintain the position but Rousey is very close to passing his half guard.
Rousey wants to pass to mount but Sis is defending the position.
Ronald Rousey overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Rousey is looking to stall here but Sis recovers full guard.
Rousey looking to pass the guard. #T3#
Sis looking to hit a scissor sweep but Rousey is one step ahead there.
Rousey wants to control from the top but Sis keeps moving.
Sis is trying to control the position but Rousey postures up.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Sis lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Sis showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Rousey keeping moving, preventing Sis from controlling successfully. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Sis looking to pass the guard. #SUB2#
Sis drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Rousey manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Sis has Rousey in his guard.#REVR#
Sis is looking to stand up but Rousey isn't so interested in that idea.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Sis has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Nem Sis showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Ronald Rousey's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Sis misses with a head kick.
Rousey throws a hook but Sis avoids it easily.
Sis looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Rousey is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Rousey is looking to land body kicks.
Rousey doesn't manage to clinch there - Sis circles away.
Rousey throws a nice inside leg kick.
Rousey throws a leg kick that misses.
Sis steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Rousey throws a body kick that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sis fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Rousey is out of range.
Sis avoids a kick to the body.
Sis stuffs the takedown attempt from Rousey. Rousey gets slowly back to his feet. #T1#
Sis tries a head kick but it misses.
Rousey drops down looking for a counter takedown but Sis sprawls and moves away.
Sis wants to land a leg kick but Rousey is out of range.
Rousey uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Sis.
Rousey avoids the head kick by Sis.
Rousey tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Sis! But no joy.
Rousey avoids the head kick by Sis.
Rousey lands with a shot to the body.
Rousey lands with an uppercut that bounces Sis off the cage and back into range.
Rousey scores with a punch to the head.
Sis blocks a head kick by Rousey.
Sis defending well as Rousey loads up on a big left hand.
A nice leg kick lands there from Rousey.
Sis throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Rousey feinted with a counter takedown.#T2#
Sis connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
A leg kick checked by Sis.
Sis avoids the body shot from Rousey.
Sis is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Rousey with a body shot.
Nem Sis seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Good leg kick by Rousey there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Rousey lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Rousey fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Sis.
The crowd cheers as Rousey lands an impressive looking overhand right. Sis doesn't seem phased though.
Sis listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Sis lands with an overhand left.
Rousey tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Sis paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Rousey throws a leg kick but Sis moved away.
Rousey moves into range and connects with a jab. #T3#
Rousey does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Rousey displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Sis throws out the jab.
Rousey scores with a nice strike.
Rousey feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Sis's calf.
Sis misses the jab.
Rousey misses the shot to the body. #CL#
Rousey clinches up with Sis and pushes him back against the cage.
Rousey blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A head punch on the inside from Rousey fails to land.
Sis scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Rousey gets through Sis's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Sis tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A right hand to the body from Rousey.
Sis tries to throw a body punch but Rousey avoids it by throwing Sis back against the cage.
Sis doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
#T4#
Sis misses with a hook from the clinch.
Sis blocking some punches.
Sis scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Sis tries a body shot but Rousey blocks it.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sis prevents a body shot from Rousey.
Rousey tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Rousey swings wildly with an uppercut but Sis uses good head movement to avoid it.
Sis goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Rousey tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Sis's elbow.
Sis has a couple of punches blocked by Rousey.
Rousey working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Rousey tries for a takedown. No joy.
Sis's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Rousey works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Sis lands a right hand.
Rousey tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Sis smiles and moves away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ronald Rousey. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Rousey swings widly with a right hand
and Sis counters with a lovely straight right hand!
And that's the end of the fight!
Ronald Rousey showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Rousey has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... 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 Trevor Gratis scores the fight 29:28
Judge William Peck scores the fight 29:28
Judge Dillan Fox scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ronald Rousey!
Ronald Rousey seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
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AD414: Sarcasm LOL
Date: Jan 28, 2017 |
#R1#
Rousey misses the shot to the body.
Al Qarni slips a straight right by Rousey.
Al Qarni misses with a low kick.
Rousey moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Al Qarni looks to throw the jab but Rousey is out of range.
Rousey misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Al Qarni.
Rousey is looking to land body kicks.
Rousey on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Rousey has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Al Qarni fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Rousey manages to avoid it.
Al Qarni slips under a jab from Rousey.
Rousey connects with a crisp jab.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Rousey.
Al Qarni has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Bullet Proof Dungeon in the buildup to the fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Al Qarni lands with a cross.
Rousey throws a leg kick but Al Qarni sees it coming and moves out of range.
Rousey shoots in for a double leg but Al Qarni sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Fahad Al Qarni seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Al Qarni lands a slapping body shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#TD2#
Rousey bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Rousey tries to move to mount but Al Qarni blocks the move with his legs. #T1#
Al Qarni manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Rousey scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Rousey wants to take a breather but Al Qarni is having none of it.
Al Qarni regains full guard. Nicely done. #SUB#
Al Qarni is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Rousey is aware though and is defending well.
Rousey pushing down on Al Qarni's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Al Qarni tries to roll over but Rousey keeps him under control.
Al Qarni slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Rousey won't allow Al Qarni to sweep him here.
Al Qarni is working hard here to advance position.
Al Qarni trying to keep a closed guard but Rousey is proving a slippery customer.
Al Qarni looking for a sweep. Not yet Al Qarni, not yet. #T2#
Rousey stays in close to Al Qarni's body and controls the position. #SUB2#
Rousey thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Al Qarni keeping full guard, as Rousey tries to pass.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Al Qarni is on top in guard.
#REVR##SUB2#
Rousey has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Al Qarni can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Al Qarni wants to control from the top but Rousey keeps moving. #T3#
Al Qarni slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.#SUB#
Al Qarni is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Rousey has escaped the position, nice work there.
Rousey is looking to regain half guard here but Al Qarni keeps moving and retains side control. #SUB#
Al Qarni has an Americana. Rousey didn't react quickly enough there and he's in big trouble now! He tries to squirm out but is forced to tap! Al Qarni is delighted and gyrates in front of the ring girls. They seem to like the attention - it'll be interesting to see if Al Qarni hooks up with any of them at the after show party.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Fahad Al Qarni!
A relieved looking Fahad Al Qarni thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
Ronald Rousey spoke after the fight, saying 'My hat's off to my opponent. He fought a great fight and won fair and square. I'm glad we were able to put on an exciting fight for you fans. Give it up, people!'.
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Event:
MFN 361
Date: Nov 16, 2016 |
#R1#
Mason fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Rousey moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Good work by Mason as he checks the leg kick.
Rousey thows a leg kick but Mason checks it #CL2#
and Mason holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Mason as Rousey tries to tie him up.
Rousey misses with a short punch on the inside.
Mason doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
#BC2#
Mason breaks from the clinch.
Nice shot by Mason.
Mason tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Rousey is able to avoid easily.
A head kick misses from Rousey.
Rousey has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Mason.
Rousey tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Rousey misses with a wild body shot.
Rousey lands with a thumping leg kick.
A head kick misses from Rousey.
Rousey misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
#T1#
Rousey throws a looping overhand right but Mason ducks down to avoid it.
Jab by Mason.
Rousey moves forwards but Mason connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Rousey scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Mason doesn't seem bothered though.
Rousey pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Rousey pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Rousey walks into a straight right hand from Mason.
Rousey misses with a double jab.
Rousey rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Mason counters with a stiff right hand.
Rousey looks to score with a jab to the body but Mason is just out of range.
Mason is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Rousey with a body shot.
Mason blocks a jab.
Mason moves away from the strike by Rousey.
Donk. Mason catches Rousey right on the button with a cross.
Zane Mason is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
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!
Rousey tried to score with a low kick but Mason checks it.
Both fighters circling a little - Mason finishes the exchange with a kick to the body. #T2#
Rousey throws a poor cross that misses
and Mason counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CL2#
Mason takes the fight into the clinch.
Mason lands a nice uppercut.
Mason misses with a body punch.
Mason lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Rousey is leaning against Mason and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Mason lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Rousey backwards.
Rousey tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Rousey lands a right hand.
A short left from Mason.
Mason misses with a hook to the ribs.
A head punch on the inside from Mason fails to land.
Rousey blocking some punches.
Rousey wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Mason has him pressed against the cage.
Rousey lands with a short shot to the head.
Rousey goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Rousey goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
#T3#
The referee calls for Rousey to work.
#TD#
Rousey jumps into guard, dragging Mason to the mat.
Mason preventing the sweep. #SUB#
Rousey throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Mason trying to control but Rousey is working from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Rousey not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Mason not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Rousey looking for a sweep. Not yet Rousey, not yet.
Mason controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Mason throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Mason moves in looking to clinch but Rousey pushes him off.
Ronald Rousey seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A slapping leg kick lands for Mason.
Rousey definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Mason throws a hook but Rousey blocks it.
Mason takes a jab right on the kisser.
Rousey throws a low kick but Mason moves out of range easily.
Mason lands a slapping body shot.
Rousey throws an overhand right that lands on Mason's shoulder, as Mason tries to avoid the shot.
Mason looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Mason throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Zane Mason dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Mason connects with a high kick.
Mason stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Mason wants it to stay on the feet.
Mason with a hook.
Rousey throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Mason throws out a counter right but Rousey avoids it with no problem.
Rousey throws a body kick that misses.
Mason takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Mason is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Rousey.
Mason throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Rousey sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Rousey moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Rousey connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Mason momentarily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mason takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Rousey throws a leg kick which misses Mason's front leg but catches the back leg as Mason tries to avoid it. #CL2#
Mason clinches with his opponent.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Mason struggles to land a body shot inside as Rousey controls his hands.
Mason tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #T1##BC2#
Mason's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Mason misses the jab.
Mason doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Mason is looking to clinch.
Mason looks to throw the jab but Rousey is out of range.
Rousey scores with a leg kick.
Rousey pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Rousey cracks Mason with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Rousey misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Rousey misses with a looping left.
Rousey throws out a leg kick but Mason moves out of range and Rousey only half commits.
Rousey is looking to chop away at Mason's legs.
Rousey lands a leg kick that knocks Mason off balance momentarily.
Mason pulls out of a head kick attempt.
#T2#
Rousey cracks the inside of Mason's front leg.
Rousey throws a head kick that half lands.
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!#CL2#
Mason rushes Rousey and presses him up against the cage.
Mason misses with a body punch.
Rousey blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Rousey tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Mason tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Mason scores with a hook to the body.
Mason goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Rousey is looking to take this one to the mat.
A hook to the body from Mason.
Mason stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Mason.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Rousey takes a shot to the head.
Mason tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Rousey's elbow.
Mason has a couple of punches blocked by Rousey.
Mason blocks a body shot from Rousey.
Rousey lands with a left to the head. #T3#
Mason throws a punch but it's blocked by Rousey.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Mason struggles to land a body shot inside as Rousey controls his hands.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Mason.
Zane Mason seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Mason is pressed up against the cage. Rousey has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Mason down to the mat. Mason avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ronald Rousey. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Rousey misses with a straight right.
Rousey chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Mason can pounce on him.
Rousey takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Mason is looking to clinch but Rousey is avoiding it.
Mason moves out of range of the leg kick from Rousey.
Rousey throws an off balance right hand
and Mason counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Mason throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Rousey changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Rousey looks to clinch
and Mason counters with a stiff right hand.
A slow jab from Rousey misses its intended target.
Mason tries a quick counter leg kick but Rousey is wise to it.
Rousey gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
enabling Mason to counter with a crisp jab. #T4#
Rousey tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Mason has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Mason cracks Rousey with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Rousey tries to work over Mason's front leg with a kick but Mason checks it.
Rousey lands a nice looking body shot.
Rousey tries to close the distance and clinch but Mason swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
An inside leg kick lands from Mason.
Mason lands a jab to Rousey's midsection.
Mason lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Rousey fails with the takedown
and Mason counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
A shot to the body from Rousey misses #CL2#
and Mason counters by clinching up.
Rousey has a couple of punches blocked by Mason.
Mason throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Mason misses with some punches.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Zane Mason showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Mason uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Rousey.
Rousey tries to clinch up.
Mason ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Mason is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Mason throws a body punch but Rousey moves out of range.
Rousey scores with a nice strike.
Mason lands with a good body shot.
Mason throws a head kick but Rousey moves out of range.
Rousey throws the kick towards the body but Mason avoids it.
A shot to the body from Rousey misses
and Mason counters with a nice uppercut.
Mason looks to land a left hand but Rousey moved out of range nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rousey swings for the body but Mason moves out of range.
Mason throws a leg kick which misses Rousey's front leg but catches the back leg as Rousey tries to avoid it.
Mason scores with a hook to the body. Rousey takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Rousey fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Mason checks it well. #T1#
Rousey throws a big shot that misses.
Mason looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
A nice leg kick lands there from Mason.
Rousey throws a wild body kick that Mason sees coming a mile off.
Mason checks a leg kick nicely.
Zane Mason seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Mason lands an overhand right.
Rousey attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Rousey misses with a shot to the body
and Mason counters with a slapping leg kick.
Mason moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
A clash of legs there as Mason blocks the low kick.#CL2#
Mason moves into range and clinches up with Rousey.
Rousey lands a body punch in the clinch.
Mason works on Rousey's body with a couple of short punches.
A right hand to the body from Mason.
A nice right hand lands inside from Rousey.
Stalling in the clinch from Mason.
#T2#
Mason has a couple of punches blocked by Rousey.
Mason throws a head punch that misses.
Rousey goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Rousey is trying to drag Mason to the mat but Mason just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Rousey is trying to stall.
Rousey goes for a takedown attempt but Mason pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Rousey shoots in for a double leg but Mason sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Mason looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ronald Rousey. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Rousey sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Mason lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Nice body punch from Mason.
Mason scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Rousey checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Rousey looks to land a body kick but Mason moved away.
Mason now looks to counter with a shot at the body.#T3#
Rousey throws a poor cross that misses
and Rousey takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CL2#
Rousey gets tackled into the cage by Mason. Mason maintains the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Mason fails to land.
Mason tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Mason scores with a shoulder strike.
Mason misses with a punch on the inside.
Mason lands with a right to the head.
Mason gets through Rousey's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Zane Mason is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Mason lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Rousey backwards.
Mason lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Rousey misses with a punch on the inside.
Rousey takes a shot to the head.
Mason scores with a shot to the side of Rousey's head.
Rousey is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Mason lands a nice uppercut.
Mason lands a hook to the side of the head.
Rousey doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Ronald Rousey has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
Rousey tries a body shot but Mason blocks it.
Mason can't find room to land a body shot as Rousey controls the action.
Rousey just leaning against Mason, taking a breather.
Mason misses with a short punch on the inside.
A nice right hand lands inside from Mason.
Rousey has had enough of the clinch but Mason keeps him there for the moment.
Rousey throws a head punch that misses.
Rousey tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Mason lands a body shot.
Rousey can't find room to land a body shot as Mason controls the action.
A short body shot lands from Rousey as the two fighters clinch.
Rousey tries to pull guard but Mason holds him up against the cage and eventually Rousey drops back down to his feet.
Mason pushes Rousey back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Mason fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Rousey misses with the head strike.
Rousey struggles to land a body shot inside as Mason controls his hands.
Rousey throws a punch but it's blocked by Mason.
And that's the end of the fight!
Zane Mason comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Mason winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. 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 Jack Bonds scores the fight 27:30
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Zane Mason!
During a confident post fight interview, Zane Mason thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
In defeat, Ronald Rousey stepped up to the mic, saying 'My hat's off to my opponent. He fought a great fight and won fair and square. I'm glad we were able to put on an exciting fight for you fans. Give it up, people!'.
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Event:
MFN 355
Date: Oct 19, 2016 |
#R1##TD#
Rousey fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging DeVanzo to the ground. Rousey is now in DeVanzo's guard.
DeVanzo managing to control the position.
Rousey trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Rousey is working hard here to advance position.
Rousey wants to control from the top but DeVanzo keeps moving.
Rousey is really struggling to control DeVanzo but he's trying to hold on to the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
DeVanzo is controlling Rousey's posture.
DeVanzo is continuing to stall.#T1#
Rousey wants to control from the top but DeVanzo keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Rousey throws a body shot but no joy.
DeVanzo let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
DeVanzo tries a low kick but Rousey avoids it.
Rousey tries to counter with a takedown but DeVanzo is quick to defend against it.
DeVanzo finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
#CL2#
DeVanzo rushes Rousey and presses him up against the cage.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that DeVanzo 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.
DeVanzo tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Rousey avoids it.#BC#
Rousey pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Rousey misses with a right hand
and DeVanzo counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from DeVanzo.
DeVanzo fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Rousey looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
A head kick misses from Rousey. #T2#
A looping hook to the body misses from DeVanzo. Rousey does a little dance to reset his feet.
Rousey feinted with a counter takedown.
DeVanzo misses with a low kick.
Rousey uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by DeVanzo.
Rousey throws a head kick but DeVanzo moves out of range.
Rousey gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Rousey throws a hook to the side of DeVanzo's head but DeVanzo sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from DeVanzo! But no joy.
DeVanzo looks to land a body kick but Rousey moved away.
DeVanzo throws a hook but Rousey avoids it easily.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Rousey walks into a left hand. #CUT2#
It looks like Ronald Rousey has been cut.
Rousey is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by DeVanzo.
DeVanzo is looking to clinch.
Rousey swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Nice sprawl there from Rousey as DeVanzo shoots in.#T3#
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Rousey.
Rousey scores with a hook.
DeVanzo cracks the inside of Rousey's front leg.
DeVanzo defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Rousey.
Rousey throws a big shot that misses.
DeVanzo swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Rousey has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Rousey there as he acknowledges the shot.
Rousey shoots for a takedown but DeVanzo saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ronald Rousey. That's going to take a lot out of him.
DeVanzo scores with a hook to the body. Rousey takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
A slapping body kick lands there for DeVanzo.
Rousey is breathing heavily.
Good leg kick by DeVanzo there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Rousey checks a leg kick nicely.
Rousey feinted with a counter takedown.#T4#
DeVanzo takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Rousey takes a body punch but keeps moving.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
DeVanzo looks to clinch #TD#
and Rousey counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Rousey with a flurry of punches that miss.
Rousey won't allow DeVanzo to sweep him here.
Rousey postures up in DeVanzo's guard and throws a big left but DeVanzo blocks it.
DeVanzo keeping moving, preventing Rousey from controlling successfully.
Rousey pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. DeVanzo is keeping the position for now.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Artie DeVanzo will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Ronald Rousey's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Rousey moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Rousey looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#CL2#
DeVanzo clinches up with Rousey and pushes him back against the cage.
Rousey misses with the head strike.
DeVanzo lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Rousey blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A short left from DeVanzo.
DeVanzo blocks an uppercut.
Rousey tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
DeVanzo gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
DeVanzo tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A short uppercut from Rousey.
Rousey blocking some punches.
DeVanzo comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
DeVanzo slowing the pace effectively.
A short right hand to the side of the head by DeVanzo.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Rousey struggles to land a body shot inside as DeVanzo controls his hands.
Rousey has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. DeVanzo avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
DeVanzo misses with a punch to the body.
#T1#
Rousey lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Rousey managing to block the knees to the body from DeVanzo.
#TD#
Rousey successfully pulls guard.
#SUB#
Rousey looking for a guillotine here but DeVanzo defends easily.
DeVanzo with a flurry of punches that miss.
DeVanzo has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
DeVanzo is pushing down on Rousey's leg trying to pass to half guard. Rousey is fighting to maintain full guard but DeVanzo has managed to sneak the leg through.
Rousey trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Rousey wants to control but DeVanzo is having none of it.#T2#
DeVanzo working Rousey over with strikes here.
DeVanzo cracks Rousey with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
DeVanzo lands a nice shot to the head.
DeVanzo scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Rousey?
DeVanzo with good strikes from the mount here!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Rousey is in a horrible position here. DeVanzo smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
Rousey tries to hold on but DeVanzo pushes him away.
The referee warns Rousey that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
#T3#
DeVanzo content just to control the position here.
DeVanzo with shots to the head and body - Rousey looks very uncomfortable down there. #ROC2#
Rousey is rocked!
DeVanzo breaks from Rousey's wrist control and lands an elbow.
Oh Rousey is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
DeVanzo scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Rousey?
Rousey slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
DeVanzo performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Rousey seems to have got his legs back now.
Rousey is looking for a sweep. DeVanzo is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T4#
DeVanzo slows the pace down in half guard.
Rousey tries to get to full guard but DeVanzo has control of the leg.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Artie DeVanzo showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Ronald Rousey's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R3#
DeVanzo throws a body shot but no joy.
DeVanzo keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
DeVanzo thumps Rousey with a low kick.
A punch lands to the side of Rousey 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Rousey dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on DeVanzo. That did some damage!
Rousey avoids a kick to the body.
Rousey half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.#TD#
Rousey closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming DeVanzo to the mat! DeVanzo manages to get full guard.
Rousey stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. DeVanzo swivels though and keeps the full guard.
DeVanzo wants to sweep but no luck.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
DeVanzo manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Rousey manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB#
DeVanzo wants to pass the guard but Rousey is keeping the position.#T1#
DeVanzo trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Rousey working a defensive guard here.
Rousey looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
DeVanzo trying to control but Rousey is working from the bottom.
Rousey looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB#
Rousey working for a triangle but DeVanzo defends it easily.
#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Rousey wants to control but DeVanzo passes easily into half guard.
Ground and pound from DeVanzo.
Nice strikes from DeVanzo there.
Rousey tries to roll over but DeVanzo keeps him under control.
DeVanzo is looking to advance position but Rousey won't allow it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
DeVanzo working the head and body with strikes.
DeVanzo prevents Rousey from improving his position.
DeVanzo with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Ronald Rousey has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
DeVanzo is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
DeVanzo controlling from mount.
DeVanzo trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T4#
DeVanzo landing punches.
Rousey tries to hold on but DeVanzo postures up.
DeVanzo scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Rousey?
Rousey keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Artie DeVanzo is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Artie DeVanzo has got the better of the ground game so far.
Rousey flailing away with punches but nothing is landing.
And that's the end of the fight!
Artie DeVanzo comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well DeVanzo 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 Jack Bonds scores the fight 27:30
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Artie DeVanzo!
A very excited looking Artie DeVanzo made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.
Ronald Rousey was interviewed post fight and said 'My hat's off to my opponent. He fought a great fight and won fair and square. I'm glad we were able to put on an exciting fight for you fans. Give it up, people!'.
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Event:
MFN 333: Drago vs. Karhu II
Date: Jul 27, 2016 |
#R1#
Hightower moves out of range as Rousey throws a body kick.
Rousey looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Rousey scores with a head kick.
A nice inside leg kick there by Hightower. That's going to slow Rousey down.
Hightower lands a nice shot to the body.
We've been informed that Hightower has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Hightower avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Rousey takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Hightower throws a nice inside leg kick.
Hightower blocks a head kick by Rousey.
Rousey on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Hightower dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#CL2#
Hightower clinches with his opponent.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Hightower lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Rousey backwards.
A short right from Rousey.
Rousey misses with some punches.
Rousey lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #T1#
Hightower missing with knees to the body.
Rousey on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Rousey is stalling here.
Hightower is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Rousey to keep the fight standing.
Rousey lands a shoulder strike.
Knees to the body from Hightower.
Rousey avoiding damage as Hightower throws knees to the body.
Rousey avoiding damage as Hightower throws knees to the body.
Rousey misses with a punch on the inside.
Rousey managing to block the knees to the body from Hightower.
Rousey tries to throw a body punch but Hightower avoids it by throwing Rousey back against the cage.
Rousey controlling the action here for a moment.
Hightower misses with a punch to the body.
Rousey lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Hightower.#BC#
Rousey escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Hightower lands a nice looking body kick.
Rousey tries to score a power double leg takedown but Hightower sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Rousey somewhat.#T2#
Hightower wants to clinch up but Rousey keeps it at a distance.
Rousey appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Hightower throws a leg kick which misses Rousey's front leg but catches the back leg as Rousey tries to avoid it.
Rousey throws a head kick but Hightower moves out of range.
Rousey tries to score with a low kick but Hightower moves his leg out of the way.
Hightower throws a predictable looking body shot
#TD#
and Rousey counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Rousey is looking to take a break and control but Hightower is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Rousey is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Hightower is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hightower wants to control but Rousey is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB2#
Hightower looking for submissions off his back.#T3#
Hightower blocking the ground and pound attempt from Rousey. #SUB#
Rousey is trying to work for a kimura but Hightower is defending well.
Rousey takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Hightower is looking to improve his position.
Rousey missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Hightower regains full guard. Nicely done.
Rousey trying to control the position from guard on top but Hightower is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Rousey got a little sloppy there for a moment and Hightower has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Rousey has managed to get both his arms back between Hightower's legs - danger averted.
Hightower trying to control the position here. #T4#
Rousey chips away with some ground and pound.#SUB2#
Rousey got a little sloppy there for a moment and Hightower has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Rousey has managed to get both his arms back between Hightower's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Hightower looking for a guillotine here but Rousey defends easily.
Rousey works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Hightower is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Rousey is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Hightower sees it coming and defends easily.
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 Ronald Rousey will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Hightower is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.#TD2#
Rousey gets caught flat footed, as Hightower shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Rousey not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Hightower trying to control the position from guard on top but Rousey is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Rousey looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Ronald Rousey overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Rousey working a defensive guard here.
Rousey keeping moving, preventing Hightower from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rousey working a defensive guard here.
Rousey is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Rousey wants to pass the guard but Hightower is defending well.
Hightower tries to roll over but Rousey keeps him under control.#SUB#
Rousey is working for a kimura but Hightower is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB#
Rousey seems to be working for a kimura but Hightower defends the submission attempt.
Hightower is trying to maintain the position but Rousey is very close to passing his half guard.
Hightower is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB2#
Hightower actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Hightower is defending against the submission attempts here by Rousey.
#SUB#
Rousey wants to work for an arm triangle but Hightower is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB#
Rousey is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Hightower doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Rousey.
Hightower is looking for a sweep. Rousey is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T3#
Hightower is trying to control but can't.
#SUB#
Rousey is looking for a kimura but Hightower is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Rousey to get the leverage.
Rousey prevents Hightower from improving his position.
Rousey trying to mount his opponent but Hightower defends it.
Hightower is trying to control but Rousey manages to pass to mount!
Hightower tries to hold on but Rousey pushes him away.
Hightower sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Hightower moves into full guard.
Rousey trying to control but Hightower is working from the bottom.
Hightower keeping full guard, as Rousey tries to pass. #T4##SUB2#
Hightower has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Rousey can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Rousey is pushing down on Hightower's leg trying to pass to half guard. Hightower is fighting to maintain full guard but Rousey has managed to sneak the leg through.
Hightower gets back to full guard.
Hightower manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Rousey manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB##SUB2#
Hightower postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Rousey is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Hightower, into his guard. #REVR#
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Rousey trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
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 Ronald Rousey will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Hightower on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Hightower tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Rousey was well out of range. Poor timing from Hightower.
Hightower lands a right hook to the body.
Hightower lands a nice leg kick that just misses Rousey's sensitive parts.
Rousey throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Hightower throws a leg kick #TD#
so Rousey counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Rousey stands and throws Hightower's legs to the side, diving into side control.
You can see the frustration on Hightower's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Rousey throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Rousey creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Hightower sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.#T1#
Hightower controlling the position well.
Hightower wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Rousey wants to work for an arm triangle but Hightower is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Rousey works his foot free and advances to mount.
Hightower tries to hold on but Rousey pushes him away.
The referee warns Hightower that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Rousey trying to control but Hightower is having none of it.
Rousey lands a big shot there that rocks Hightower but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Reed Hightower has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2##SUB#
Hightower defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Rousey.
The referee warns Hightower that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Rousey prevents Hightower from getting the reversal.
Hightower tries to control Rousey's body but Rousey pushes him off. Hightower squirms to his side and now Rousey has his back! #SUB#
Hightower showing good submission defense here.
#SUB#
Rousey looking to break Hightower's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Hightower remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Rousey will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
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!
Rousey has the hooks in. Hightower is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. #SUB#
Rousey is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Hightower is defending well though. Rousey let's go of the attempt for now.
Hightower is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
#T3#
Hightower just trying to survive but Rousey is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Hightower is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Rousey off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.
Hightower is in bad spot here.
#SUB#
Hightower defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
Hightower rolls, trying to escape but Rousey keeps control of the position.
#SUB#
Rousey sinks in the hooks and is looking for the choke. He's got it! Hightower taps out!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Ronald Rousey!
A relieved looking Ronald Rousey 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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Event:
MFN 329
Date: Jul 10, 2016 |
#R1#
Nowacki tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Rousey paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Rousey ducks under a wild hook from Nowacki.
Rousey scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Rousey fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Nowacki misses with an uppercut. Rousey saw that one coming.
A telegraphed right hand from Nowacki misses the target.
Nowacki checks a leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nowacki dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Rousey. That did some damage!
Nowacki misses with a body shot.
Nowacki throws out a powerful jab.
Rousey throws a body shot but no joy. #T1#
Nowacki cracks Rousey with a right hand to the side of the head.
Nowacki throws a right and a left that both miss.
Nowacki has been working on his boxing with his coaches at School Of Fighting in the buildup to the fight.#CL2#
Rousey fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Nowacki, pushing him back against the cage.
Rousey tries to pull guard but Nowacki forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Nowacki gets through Rousey's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Nowacki lands an elbow inside. #CUT#
It looks like Ronald Rousey has been cut.
Nowacki is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Rousey is defending well for now.
A head punch on the inside from Rousey fails to land.
Rousey tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Nowacki taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Rousey misses with some punches.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Rousey 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.
Rousey has a couple of punches blocked by Nowacki.
Nowacki lands an elbow that stopped Rousey in his tracks for a moment.
Rousey throws a head punch that misses. #BC2#
Rousey breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Rousey takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Rousey misses with an uppercut
and Nowacki counters with a leg kick.
Nowacki tests Rousey's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Rousey throws a solid leg kick but Nowacki takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Rousey.
Rousey misses with a kick to the body.
Rousey jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Rousey lands with a shot to the body.
Rousey lands with a thumping leg kick.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Rousey.
An attempted straight right counter from Nowacki misses the target.
Rousey takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
#T3#
Rousey tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Nowacki was well out of range. Poor timing from Rousey.
Nowacki motions for Rousey to come forward. Nowacki throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Nowacki misses the jab.
Rousey tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Rousey misses with a head kick.
Nowacki fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Rousey manages to avoid it.
Nowacki looks to land a right hand but Rousey moved out of range.
Rousey feints the counter takedown.
Rousey pushes Nowacki away with a front kick.
Rousey has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Nowacki.
Nowacki avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
#T4#
Nowacki looks to throw the jab but Rousey is out of range.
Nowacki tries a head kick but it misses.
A lazy left from Nowacki finds it's target.
Rousey scores with a head kick.
Nowacki scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
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!
Nowacki scores with a jab to the jaw.
Nowacki swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Nowacki connects with a good right hand that stumbles Rousey. Rousey circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Rousey throws a quick inside leg kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Herkules Nowacki dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Ronald Rousey's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Rousey lunges at Nowacki with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Nowacki's hand.
Nowacki blocks a low kick nicely.
Nowacki is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Nowacki throws a leg kick but Rousey sees it coming and moves out of range.
A low kick from Nowacki is predictable there #TD2#
and Rousey counters with a takedown into side control.
Nowacki is not content to let Rousey control the position.
Rousey landing a few strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nowacki is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Rousey has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Rousey wants to pass the guard but Nowacki is defending well.
Rousey throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. #T1#
Nowacki is looking for a sweep. Rousey is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Nowacki trying to hold on to Rousey's head to control him but Rousey postures up.
Rousey is looking to advance position but Nowacki won't allow it.
Nowacki is looking to improve his position.
Nowacki controlling the position well.
Rousey trying to control the action but Nowacki is working from the bottom.
Rousey tries to pass the half guard into mount. Nowacki knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Nowacki is trying to get back to full guard.
Rousey is keen to just control but Nowacki is a slippery customer.
Nowacki is looking to get back to full guard here but Rousey has managed to pass to side control instead.
Rousey working the ground and pound.
Nowacki is looking to regain half guard here but Rousey keeps moving and retains side control.
Nowacki gets back to half guard.#T3#
Nowacki trying to hold on to Rousey's head to control him but Rousey postures up.
Nowacki tries to get to full guard but Rousey has control of the leg.
Nowacki holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Rousey is trying to control the action in half guard but Nowacki is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.#ES#
Nowacki has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Rousey is on him like a limpet, forcing Nowacki back against the cage.
Rousey throws a head punch that misses.
Rousey lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Rousey lands a left hand.
Nowacki misses with a hook from the clinch.
Nowacki misses with a punch on the inside.
With the fighters up against the cage, Nowacki throws an elbow but misses. #T4#
Nowacki has a couple of punches blocked by Rousey.
Nowacki misses with some punches.
Rousey throws a head punch that misses.
Rousey throws a head punch that misses.
Rousey is trying to break free.
Nowacki throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Rousey takes an elbow to the forehead.
Nowacki tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Rousey avoids it.#BC2#
Rousey's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Rousey bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Rousey is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Rousey keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Rousey tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Rousey throws a leg kick
enabling Nowacki to counter with a crisp jab. #CUT#
That has opened up Ronald Rousey's cut even more.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Rousey connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Nowacki's hands.#TD2#
Rousey gets the takedown into side control. #ES#
Nowacki throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Ronald Rousey will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Ronald Rousey's cut.
That's time! Nowacki's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3##CL#
Nowacki clinches up against the cage.
Nowacki works on Rousey's body with a couple of short punches.
Nowacki misses with a hook from the clinch.
Nowacki keeps control of Rousey as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Rousey tries to pull guard but Nowacki holds him up against the cage and eventually Rousey drops back down to his feet.
Rousey swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Rousey misses with a short punch on the inside.
Nowacki gets through Rousey's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Rousey 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.
Nowacki lands with a light punch inside.
Rousey takes an elbow to the forehead.
Rousey is trying to break the clinch but Nowacki has him pressed against the cage.
A frustrated look appears on Rousey's face as he tries to break the clinch.
A hook to the body from Nowacki.
Nowacki comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush. #T1#
A right handed body shot lands from Nowacki.
Rousey throws a head punch that misses.
Rousey takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Nowacki lands a damaging elbow.
Rousey looking for a takedown.
Nowacki lands a nice elbow from the clinch. #CUT#
The cut above Ronald Rousey's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Rousey has a couple of punches blocked by Nowacki.
Nowacki tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Rousey's elbow.
Nowacki stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Rousey takes a shot to the head.
Nowacki scores with a shot to the side of Rousey's head.
Rousey misses with some punches.
Nowacki lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. #CUT#
Ronald Rousey's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.
Rousey tries to circle away but Nowacki has him pinned against the cage.
Nowacki presses Rousey against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Nowacki lands a right hand that snaps the head of Rousey backwards.
Nowacki lands an elbow that stopped Rousey in his tracks for a moment. #ROC#
Rousey is rocked!
The referee calls the doctor in to look at Ronald Rousey's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Herkules Nowacki!
A very excited looking Herkules Nowacki made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.
Ronald Rousey spoke after the fight, saying 'My hat's off to my opponent. He fought a great fight and won fair and square. I'm glad we were able to put on an exciting fight for you fans. Give it up, people!'.
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Event:
MFN 324: Ignatov vs Bashorov 2
Date: Jun 19, 2016 |
#R1#
Rousey swings for the body but Helgi moves out of range.
Helgi lands a nice hook to Rousey's body. Rousey takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Helgi fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Rousey.
Rousey tries a head kick but it misses.
Helgi lands a jab to the head.
#CUT#
It looks like Ronald Rousey has been cut.
Helgi gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Rousey.#CUT2#
It looks like Bjorn Helgi has been cut.
Helgi lands a jab.
Helgi looks to throw the jab but Rousey is out of range.
Rousey tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Helgi scores with a crisp jab that stopped Rousey in his tracks.
Rousey closes this distance looking for a takedown but Helgi circles away.
Rousey uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Helgi.
Rousey tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Rousey wants to clinch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Helgi misses with a head kick.
Rousey feints the counter takedown.#T1#
Helgi feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Rousey's calf.
Bjorn Helgi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Helgi, as that shot connected.
Helgi lands a glancing blow to the side of Rousey's head.
Helgi scoring well with a low kick there.
Helgi misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Rousey blocks a low kick nicely.
Rousey feints the counter takedown.
Rousey with a lazy takedown attempt
and Helgi counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Helgi connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Rousey avoids the head kick by Helgi.
Helgi lands a head shot.
Rousey avoids the head kick by Helgi.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Helgi misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Rousey changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Bjorn Helgi is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Helgi misses with an uppercut
#TD2#
and Rousey counters with a shoot takedown. Helgi fights it but they end up in guard. #T2#
Helgi pulls Rousey in to control the position.
Helgi wants to sweep but no luck.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Rousey is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Rousey pushes down on Helgi's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Helgi is trying to get back to full guard.
Rousey not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Rousey thows a huge punch but Helgi dodges it nicely.
#SUB2#
Rousey is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Helgi doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Rousey. #T3#
Helgi wants to get back to his feet.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Rousey lands a nice short elbow.
Rousey prevents Helgi from improving his position.
Rousey working Helgi over with strikes.
Rousey prevents Helgi from standing back up.
#SUB2#
Rousey wants to work for an arm triangle but Helgi is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Rousey lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. #T4##SUB2#
Rousey seems to be working for a kimura but Helgi defends the submission attempt.
The fighters are battling for position here. Helgi manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Helgi keeping full guard, as Rousey tries to pass.
Helgi has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Helgi is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bjorn Helgi dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's time! Helgi's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Helgi pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Helgi swings for the body but Rousey moves out of range.
Helgi tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Helgi looks to land a right hand but Rousey moved out of range.
Rousey tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Rousey tries to work over Helgi's front leg with a kick but Helgi checks it.
Helgi with a nice cross.
Rousey tries to clinch but Helgi is having none of it.
Helgi misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Rousey scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Helgi tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Rousey was well out of range. Poor timing from Helgi.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rousey scores with a leg kick.
Helgi uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Rousey has time to react.
Helgi misses with a hook to the body
#TD2#
so Rousey counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility. #ES#
Helgi is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Rousey presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat. #T1#
Rousey prevents a body shot from Helgi.
Rousey scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Helgi is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Rousey can do to turn this around?
Rousey tries to pull guard but Helgi forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Rousey misses with a hook from the clinch.
Helgi presses Rousey against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Helgi misses with a hook from the clinch.
Rousey goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Helgi.
Helgi blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A nice right hand lands inside from Helgi.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Rousey lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
A frustrated look appears on Rousey's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Helgi tries to work over Rousey's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Helgi lands a body punch.
Rousey is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Helgi pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Helgi working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Helgi goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
#T2#
A quick uppercut on the inside from Rousey.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Helgi presses Rousey against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Rousey lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Helgi backwards. #BC2#
Rousey breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Helgi connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Rousey throws a low kick, looking for Helgi's leg but Helgi calmly moves out of range.
Helgi cracks Rousey with an open hand slap.
Rousey avoids the head kick by Helgi.
Rousey is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Helgi scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Bjorn Helgi is winning the standup battle so far.
Rousey circles away from the clinch attempt#TD2#
and Rousey counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Helgi wants to stand back up but Rousey manages to pass into side control.
Rousey works to advance to full mount. Helgi defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs. #T3#
Rousey takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Helgi tries to hold on but Rousey postures up.#SUB2#
Rousey is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Helgi has managed to escape the submission attempt.
Rousey landing strikes, looking to finish!
Helgi is trying to escape the mount.
Rousey has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#T4#
Rousey scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Helgi?
Rousey can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Helgi is looking to escape.
Helgi takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.
Rousey working away from the top, dropping strikes.#ROC2#
Helgi is rocked!
Rousey looking to control but Helgi is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Helgi is in all sorts of trouble here.
Rousey loads up on a couple of big shots to the head that have Helgi scrambling to escape. He can't get free though and several more unanswered shots from Rousey land to the head. The referee has no choice but to stop the fight. Rousey stands and salutes the crowd.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ronald Rousey!
After winning the bout, Ronald Rousey thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
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Event:
AD355:Lindgren Vs Bailey Sr.
Date: Jun 11, 2016 |
#R1#
Ruutu lands the left hand.
Ruutu rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
#TD#
and Rousey counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Ruutu trying to control from the bottom.
Rousey looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Ruutu wants to get back to full guard.
Rousey trying to pass the guard but Ruutu defending well. #SUB#
Rousey seems to be working for a kimura but Ruutu defends the submission attempt.
Rousey is thwarting Ruutu's attempts to control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ruutu is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T1#
Rousey passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Ruutu!
Rousey fails to take his opponent's back.
Rousey misses with a series of strikes from mount. He'll no doubt be working on his ground and pound when he gets back to the gym.
Rousey is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Ruutu can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
Ruutu wants to hold on but Rousey pushes him away.
Ruutu is in all sorts of trouble here.
#SUB#
Rousey jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Ruutu is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Ruutu and Rousey has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
Rousey throws a strike aimed at the side of Ruutu's head but Ruutu avoids it well.#T2#
Rousey throws a strike aimed at the side of Ruutu's head but Ruutu avoids it well.#SUB#
Rousey tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Ruutu tries to bench press Rousey off him but Rousey keeps the position. #SUB#
Rousey swings around for an armbar but Ruutu sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Rousey's guard.
Ruutu with a flurry of punches that miss.
Ruutu lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Rousey seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Rousey managing to control the position. #T3#
Rousey is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Rousey looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Rousey is working hard here to advance position.
Rousey not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Rousey 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.
Ruutu working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Ruutu advances position into side control!
Rousey is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Ruutu's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Ruutu working the head and body with strikes.
Rousey tries to get to full guard but Ruutu has control of the leg.
Ruutu throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Rousey to regain full guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Ruutu drops back, looking for a kneebar! Rousey looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Rousey looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Rousey! #REVR#
Rousey throws an elbow but Ruutu slips to the side and avoids it well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ronald Rousey dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Ruutu cracks Rousey with a right hand to the side of the head.#CUT2#
It looks like Ronald Rousey has been cut.
Ruutu scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.#TD#
Rousey fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Ruutu sprawls well initially but Rousey persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Rousey looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Ruutu is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Rousey working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Rousey is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Ruutu defends it well.
Rousey prevents Ruutu from improving his position.#T1##SUB2#
Rousey goes for a cartwheel guard pass here but Ruutu does a handstand and catches Rousey in mid air with a triangle! Could it be? It is! It's the triple decker pecker wrecker! The fighters land on the ground with Ruutu on top - Rousey is already out from the submission! Ruutu gives Rousey's pecker the obligatory post submission twist and this one is aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaall over! Are you kidding me! That is world class Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. That guy is my hero!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:19 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (TDPW) . Jakke Ruutu!
A very excited looking Jakke Ruutu rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed.
In defeat, Ronald Rousey stepped up to the mic, saying 'My hat's off to my opponent. He fought a great fight and won fair and square. I'm glad we were able to put on an exciting fight for you fans. Give it up, people!'.
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Event:
AD351: Bowser Koopa
Date: May 14, 2016 |
#R1#
Lindgren slips a jab from Rousey.
Lindgren tries to clinch but Rousey is having none of it.
Rousey appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Lindgren throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Rousey on the side of the head.
Lindgren fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Rousey has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Lindgren finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Lindgren connects with a crisp jab.
Lindgren displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Rousey throws out the jab.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Lindgren! But no joy.
Lindgren throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Mikael Lindgren seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Donk. Lindgren catches Rousey right on the button with a cross.
A looping hook to the body misses from Lindgren. Rousey does a little dance to reset his feet.
Rousey appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lindgren will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Nice uppercut lands for Lindgren. That snapped Rousey's head back.
Lindgren misses the shot to the body.
Rousey attempts a counter takedown but Lindgren avoids it well and moves away.
Lindgren has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Rousey is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Lindgren lands with a shot to the body.
Lindgren moves away from the strike by Rousey. #T1#
A thudding body kick lands there by Lindgren!
Lindgren with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Lindgren tries a low kick but Rousey avoids it.
Lindgren throws a hook to the side of Rousey's head but Rousey sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
We've been hearing reports that Rousey has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Lindgren bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Lindgren avoids the head kick by Rousey.
Good leg kick by Lindgren there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Lindgren uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Decent striking displayed by Lindgren there.
Rousey on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Lindgren misses the shot to the body.
Lindgren throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Rousey sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Nice body punch from Rousey. #T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Rousey throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Lindgren's head.#CUT#
It looks like Mikael Lindgren has been cut.
Lindgren thuds a left hand into Rousey's body.
Rousey misses with a low kick.
Lindgren throws a hook to the side of Rousey's head but Rousey sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Mikael Lindgren is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Lindgren turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Lindgren punishes Rousey's body with a nice straight punch.
Lindgren throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Rousey stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Lindgren fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Rousey manages to avoid it.
Rousey throws a low kick but it's checked well by Lindgren.
Lindgren connects with a body shot.
Rousey walks into a left hand.
Rousey walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Lindgren checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Lindgren looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Lindgren is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Rousey takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.#T3#
Rousey keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Rousey.
Lindgren throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
A leg kick checked by Rousey.
Rousey takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Lindgren fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Rousey has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Rousey displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Lindgren throws out the jab.
Lindgren lands with a cross.
Rousey moves forwards but Lindgren connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Rousey throws out a leg kick but Lindgren moves out of range and Rousey only half commits.
Lindgren listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Lindgren throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Lindgren misses with a looping right.
Rousey appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#T4#
A shot to the liver by Rousey. Beautiful body shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lindgren tries a low kick but Rousey avoids it.
Lindgren will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Lindgren on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Lindgren throws a lazy uppercut
#TD#
and Rousey counters with a shoot takedown. Lindgren fights it but they end up in guard.
Lindgren tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Lindgren trying to control the position.
Rousey pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Lindgren is keeping the position for now.
Lindgren is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
Lindgren trying to advance position but Rousey counters by regaining guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mikael Lindgren dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Mikael Lindgren's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Lindgren missing with a left hand there. Rousey was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Lindgren throws a hook but Rousey avoids it easily.
Rousey moves out of range of the leg kick from Lindgren.
Lindgren tries to score with a low kick but Rousey moves his leg out of the way.
Rousey moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Rousey throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Lindgren on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Rousey slips a jab from Lindgren.
Rousey throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Lindgren counters with a thumping low kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
That kick from Rousey tenderised Lindgren's leg. Lindgren is trying to keep his angry face on.
Lindgren fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Rousey.
Lindgren misses with a body shot.
Rousey connects with a solid leg kick. #T1#
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Lindgren.
Lindgren throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Lindgren has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Lindgren lands with an uppercut that bounces Rousey off the cage and back into range.
Rousey darts in looking for a takedown but Lindgren gets double underhooks and turns Rousey into the cage.
Lindgren lands a jab to Rousey's midsection.
Lindgren throws the left hand but Rousey avoids the punch easily.
Lindgren throws a right hand that Rousey ducks under and follows up with a left that Rousey also avoids with ease.
Rousey tries to counter with a takedown but Lindgren is quick to defend against it.
Rousey is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Rousey looks to throw the jab but Lindgren is out of range. #CL#
Rousey forces Lindgren back against the cage and clinches.#BC2#
Lindgren's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Rousey bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Lindgren's head backwards.
Rousey wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Lindgren fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.#T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Rousey uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Lindgren.
Lindgren lands a jab to Rousey's midsection.#CL2#
Lindgren drives through and clinches with Rousey against the cage.
Rousey misses with some punches.
#BC2#
Lindgren breaks from the clinch.
Rousey tries to clinch up but Lindgren circles away and keeps his distance.
Lindgren scoring well with a low kick there.
Lindgren throws a low kick but Rousey moves out of range easily.
Lindgren misses with a body punch
#TD#
and Rousey counters with a nice double leg into side control. Lindgren won't be happy with that.
Lindgren sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Lindgren is pressing down on Rousey's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Lindgren is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Rousey distracts Lindgren with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.#T3#
Lindgren wants to sweep but no luck.
Rousey throws an elbow that misses. Lindgren uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Rousey's guard. Nice move by Lindgren!#REVB#
Rousey is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Lindgren wants to get back to full guard.
Rousey is pressing down on Lindgren's thigh, looking to free his foot. Lindgren is holding on for now.
Ronald Rousey overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Rousey is thwarting Lindgren's attempts to control the position.
Rousey wants to free his trapped foot but Lindgren is holding on for dear life with his legs. #T4#
Lindgren is trying to get back to full guard.
Nice strikes from Rousey there.
Lindgren gets back to full guard.
Rousey trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Lindgren wants to sweep here but Rousey controlling him for the moment.
Rousey forces his way into half guard.#SUB2#
Lindgren looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Mikael Lindgren will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Mikael Lindgren's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R3#
Lindgren throws a leg kick #TD#
and Rousey counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Lindgren!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Rousey wants to lay and pray for a moment but Lindgren keeps working.
Rousey tries to advance to mount but can't. #SUB#
Rousey thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Lindgren struggling a bit here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lindgren parries the strikes from Rousey easily there. Rousey is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Lindgren to escape.
Lindgren is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Rousey's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.#T1#
Rousey is keen to just control but Lindgren is a slippery customer.#SUB2#
Lindgren looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Lindgren is staying active underneath Rousey, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Rousey uses his free foot to push down on Lindgren's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Lindgren.
Lindgren sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Rousey wants to take a breather but Lindgren is having none of it.
Lindgren wants to control but Rousey is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Rousey is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. #T2##SUB#
Lindgren is defending against the submission attempts here by Rousey.
#SUB#
Rousey is working for a kimura but Lindgren is defending it quite comfortably.
Lindgren is trying to maintain the position but Rousey is very close to passing his half guard.
Lindgren is trying to control but Rousey manages to pass to mount!
#T3#
Rousey tries to control but Lindgren wriggling away.
Lindgren is wriggling around trying to escape.
Rousey lands a heavy elbow. #SUB#
Lindgren defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Rousey.
Rousey throwing shots from mount but they're not landing.
Rousey tries to control but Lindgren wriggling away.
Rousey with the ground and pound from mount. #T4##SUB#
Rousey working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Rousey manages to capitalize on a mistake by Lindgren to take his back!#SUB#
Rousey is looking for the choke from the back position but Lindgren is controlling his hands well.
Lindgren wants to escape the position.
Rousey misses with an elbow to the head.
Lindgren staying busy and making it hard for Rousey to control.
Lindgren trying to control the hands but Rousey breaks the grip.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Rousey working for the choke.
Rousey scores with punches to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ronald Rousey clearly takes that round.
The cut man is working on Mikael Lindgren's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R4#
Rousey takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Lindgren fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Lindgren has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Lindgren connects with a jab.
Decent striking displayed by Lindgren there.
Rousey is looking to clinch.
A little jabbing left from Lindgren on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Lindgren misses with the body kick#TD#
and Rousey counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Rousey.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Lindgren is on top in guard.
#REVB#
Rousey keeping full guard, as Lindgren tries to pass.
Rousey is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T1#
Lindgren scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Rousey keeping moving, preventing Lindgren from controlling successfully.
Lindgren stopping the sweep attempt from Rousey.
Lindgren working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Lindgren scoring with punches to the head and body.
Rousey wants to control the position but Lindgren says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard. #SUB#
Rousey looking for submissions off his back.
Lindgren working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that. #T2#
Lindgren takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Lindgren trying to control from half guard but Rousey is working away. #SUB#
Rousey is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Lindgren pulls his head out easily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Lindgren lands a nice short elbow.
Lindgren winds up and cracks Rousey with a swinging punch to the side of the head. #T3#
Lindgren seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Lindgren looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Rousey with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Rousey wants to sweep but Lindgren has passed to side control!
Rousey tries to improve position but can't.
Lindgren is staying tight to Rousey's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Lindgren working the ground and pound from side control.
Lindgren wants to lay and pray for a moment but Rousey keeps working.
Rousey is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Lindgren is one step ahead and moves to full mount!#T4#
Lindgren tries to control but Rousey wriggling away.
Lindgren working Rousey over with strikes here.
Rousey tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Rousey regains half guard.#SUB2#
Lindgren seems to be looking for submissions.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Lindgren is looking to advance position but Rousey won't allow it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mikael Lindgren dominated that fourth round.
The cut man is working on Mikael Lindgren's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R5#
Rousey misses with a hook. Lindgren ducked under it nicely.
Lindgren throws out a loose jab but Rousey uses good head movement to avoid it.
Rousey attempts a counter takedown but Lindgren avoids it well and moves away.
Lindgren just misses with a punch to the body.
Lindgren lands a slapping body shot.
A low kick from Rousey misses
and Lindgren counters with a slapping leg kick.
Lindgren throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Lindgren scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Rousey misses with a straight left.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lindgren feints and then cracks Rousey's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Rousey down.
Lindgren throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Lindgren thows a leg kick but Rousey checks it #TD#
and Rousey counters with a single leg into guard. Lindgren didn't expect that.
Lindgren keeping full guard, as Rousey tries to pass. #T1##SUB2#
Lindgren is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Rousey defends well.
Rousey is in close to Lindgren's body, working some short punches and elbows.#SUB2#
Rousey got a little sloppy there for a moment and Lindgren has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Rousey has managed to get both his arms back between Lindgren's legs - danger averted.
Rousey trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Lindgren looking for a sweep. Not yet Lindgren, not yet. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Lindgren is still trying to improve position.
Rousey is pushing down on Lindgren's leg trying to pass to half guard. Lindgren is fighting to maintain full guard but Rousey has managed to sneak the leg through.#SUB#
Rousey is looking for a kimura. It's pretty deep but Lindgren still has the half guard so he's probably OK. Oh, Lindgren has exploded into a beautiful escape there and after a quick scramble, he's ended up in side control on top! Nice work!
Rousey is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Rousey gets back to full guard.
Rousey is trying to control the position but Lindgren postures up.
Lindgren is working Rousey over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #T3#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Rousey is on top in guard.
#REVR##SUB2#
Lindgren throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB#
Rousey drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Lindgren dives on top into guard.#REVB#
Ronald Rousey has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Rousey trying to strike from the bottom but really, it's not the best position to be doing that from!
Rousey keeping moving, preventing Lindgren from controlling successfully. #T4#
Rousey lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR##SUB2#
Lindgren is looking for a triangle but Rousey pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB2#
Lindgren had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Rousey defends it easily.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Lindgren is trying to hold Rousey in close to prevent damage but Rousey has managed to pass into half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Mikael Lindgren.
I think Lindgren has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. 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 Gregory Folan scores the fight 46:49
Judge Trevor Gratis scores the fight 46:49
Judge William Peck scores the fight 47:49
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mikael Lindgren!
Mikael Lindgren is the new welterweight champion!
Mikael Lindgren was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.
Ronald Rousey was interviewed post fight and said 'My hat's off to my opponent. He fought a great fight and won fair and square. I'm glad we were able to put on an exciting fight for you fans. Give it up, people!'.
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Event:
AD345: Princess Peach
Date: Apr 13, 2016 |
#R1#
A head kick misses from Rousey.
Setright throws a series of strikes that have Rousey backpedaling.
#CUT#
It looks like Ronald Rousey has been cut.
Setright jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Rousey tries a head kick but it misses.
Setright misses with a few strikes there.
Rousey takes one to the side of the head.
Rousey punishes Setright's body with a nice straight punch.
Setright throws a body shot but no joy.
Rousey pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Setright missing with a left hand there. Rousey was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Rousey lands a nice hook to Setright's body. Setright takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Rousey catches Setright with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Setright misses with an uppercut.
Setright misses with a two punch combination.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Rousey 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.#T1#
Rousey slips under a jab from Setright.
Nice shot lands for Setright.
Rousey throws a head kick but Setright moves out of range.
Setright throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Setright takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Jai Setright is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Setright jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Rousey thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Setright if he has to take too many more of those.
Setright tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Rousey paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Setright lands with a shot to the body.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Setright, as that shot connected.
Rousey blocks the body kick.
Setright throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Rousey sees it coming and avoids it easily.#T2##CL#
Setright takes the fight into the clinch.
This has been an exciting period of action!#BC#
Setright pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Setright misses with a low kick.
Rousey feints the counter takedown.
Sloppy strikes from Setright. Those never looked like landing.
Rousey is looking to score with low kicks.
Setright tries to clinch but fails miserably #TD2#
and Rousey counters with a nice double leg into side control. Setright won't be happy with that.
Rousey scoring with punches and elbows.
Setright is pushing Rousey's head away, looking to escape. Rousey manages to hold on to the position though.
Rousey in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Rousey has knee on belly and moves into mount.
Setright blocking the ground and pound.
Rousey wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Setright is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Montreal Fighter's Gym (5* Sparring) that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.#T3#
Rousey lands with some strikes.#SUB2#
Rousey moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Setright has worked his arm free - good work by Setright!
Rousey prevents Setright from escaping the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Setright trying desperately to get back to his feet here but he's not having any joy at all. He's going to tire himself out if he's not careful.
A lull in the action here as Rousey stalls from top position.#SUB2#
Rousey tries for a kimura but Setright is defending well. #T4#
Rousey working the ground and pound from side control.
Setright is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
Setright takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Rousey advances to mount.
Setright in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
Setright really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Rousey tries to take Setright's back but instead Setright uses the opportunity to regain half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Ronald Rousey will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Ronald Rousey's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Rousey scores with a jab to the body.
Donk. Setright catches Rousey right on the button with a cross.
Setright looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Setright ducks right into an uppercut from Rousey.
Rousey looks to land a right hand but Setright moved out of range.
Good leg kick by Setright there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Setright bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Setright fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Rousey looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Rousey avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Rousey throws a wild body kick that Setright sees coming a mile off.
Setright moves in looking to clinch but Rousey pushes him off.
Setright connects with a right hand. Rousey shakes it off.#T1#
Setright throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Setright scores with a jab to the head.
Rousey checks a low kick from Setright.#CL#
Setright darts in and clinches Rousey up against the cage.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Rousey creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Setright misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Rousey blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.#BC2#
Rousey breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Setright takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Setright misses with a jab, cross combination.
Setright fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Rousey manages to avoid it.
Setright with a jab.
Rousey misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Jai Setright seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Setright throws a head kick that misses.
Rousey drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Setright defends it well.#T2#
Setright connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Rousey takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Setright slips a straight right by Rousey.
Rousey slips a jab and a cross from Setright.
Setright jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Rousey throws a front kick aimed at Setright's knee but Setright avoids it well. #KD2#
Rousey throws a head kick that lands with a deafening thwack! The crowd roars as Setright stumbles backwards and falls to the mat. Rousey follows into mount!
Rousey punishing his opponent with strikes. #ROC2#
Setright is rocked!
Oooooh, big shot lands for Rousey! Setright is hurt baaadly! Rousey is firing away with more strikes - Setright is covering up... the ref is warning him to do something. He's just covering up though still and the ref has to step in to end the fight! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ronald Rousey!
Ronald Rousey is the new welterweight champion!
Our winner, Ronald Rousey, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.
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