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Event:
DUEL#37 Pinaglabanan vs Ibaka
Date: Jan 22, 2017 |
#R1#
Virastuk misses with an uppercut
#TD#
and Pereira counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Virastuk pushes Pereira off but Pereira dives into side control.
Virastuk is trying to get back to half guard.
Virastuk is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
Virastuk defending against the ground and pound.
Virastuk is looking to reverse the position.#SUB#
Pereira thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Virastuk can't do much from the bottom here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Virastuk is not content to let Pereira control the position.
Pereira is really struggling to control Virastuk but he's trying to hold on to the position.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Virastuk can do anything to dispel that myth.#T1#
Virastuk is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Pereira is controlling him well.
Pereira trying to control the action but Virastuk is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Pereira is trying to get an arm triangle but Virastuk is defending well.
Pereira controlling the position.
Pereira wants to lay and pray for a moment but Virastuk keeps working.
What's Virastuk going to do here then? He's in a bit of a pickle.
Pereira trying to control the position but Virastuk is working away.
Virastuk told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Virastuk is trying to control Pereira's posture but Pereira avoids it. #SUB#
Pereira wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Virastuk, who protects the arm well. #ES2#
Virastuk explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there!
Virastuk throws a good cross that connects.
Pereira lands with a straight right. Virastuk didn't see that one coming.
Virastuk tries to close the distance and clinch up but Pereira swats him away and circles back towards the center. #TD#
Pereira closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Virastuk quickly recovers to half guard.
Pereira stops Virastuk from getting back to his feet.
#SUB#
Pereira is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Virastuk doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Pereira. #SUB#
Virastuk is defending against the submission attempts here by Pereira.
#T3#
Virastuk tries to kick Pereira off but Pereira keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. #SUB#
Pereira is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Virastuk is just riding it out for now. Pereira eventually gives up the hold.
Pereira stops Virastuk from getting back to his feet.
#SUB#
Pereira is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Virastuk is just riding it out for now. Pereira eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Pereira seems to be looking for submissions.
#T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Virastuk preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Virastuk tries to get to full guard but Pereira has control of the leg.
Virastuk keeping hold of Pereira's head, controlling as best he can.
Pereira tries to pass the half guard into mount. Virastuk knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Pereira seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Virastuk does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Virastuk really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Pereira. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Pereira is trying to work for a kimura but Virastuk is defending well.
Virastuk is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Marcus Pereira dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Pereira staying out of range there.
Pereira tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Virastuk swivels and escapes.
Pereira takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Virastuk connects with a solid leg kick.
Pereira dodges the punch combination from Virastuk.
Virastuk misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Virastuk throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Pereira tries to counter with a takedown but Virastuk is quick to defend against it.
Virastuk throws a lazy head kick #TD#
and Pereira counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Virastuk is not content to let Pereira control the position.
Virastuk looks like he's trying to stand up.
Virastuk wants to control but Pereira is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB#
Pereira is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Virastuk is just riding it out for now. Pereira eventually gives up the hold. #T1##ES2#
Virastuk kicks off Pereira and gets to his feet.
Virastuk throws the left hand but Pereira avoids the punch easily.#KD2#
Virastuk lands a left and a right that sends Pereira crashing to the canvas! Virastuk dives into mount looking to finish!#CUT2#
It looks like Marcus Pereira has been cut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SU2#
Virastuk is standing up, even though he is in mount. #CL#
Pereira gets a clinch.
Virastuk connects with a knee to the head.
Virastuk has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Virastuk lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Virastuk scores a nice knee to the body.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#BC2#
Virastuk's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
That kick from Virastuk tenderised Pereira's leg. Pereira is trying to keep his angry face on.
Virastuk throws a good cross that connects.
#T2#
Virastuk looks to land a combination but Pereira avoids it well.
Pereira tries to counter with a takedown but Virastuk is quick to defend against it.
Virastuk cracks Pereira with a left hook right on the temple and Pereira goes down! He's out! Referee! Stop the fight! Virastuk lands a few more punches before the dopey ref steps in - hopefully Pereira is OK!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:13 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Vasily Virastuk!
In defeat, Marcus Pereira stepped up to the mic, saying 'My doctor says it's not good for my health fighting at this weight... so I'm gonna retire, 'cause I want to keep eating like a madman!'.
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Event:
DUEL#30 Silver vs Fredriksson
Date: Dec 18, 2016 |
#R1#
Pereira misses the jab.#CL#
Pereira gets tackled into the cage by Wha. Wha maintains the clinch.
Wha controlling the action here for a moment.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Wha.
Wha gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Pereira.
Wha putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Pereira in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Wha scores with a hook to the body.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Wha.
Pereira takes a knee to the side of the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pereira is working for takedown but Wha is calmly controlling the position for now.
A short body shot lands from Wha as the two fighters clinch.
Pereira looks winded!
Wha dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Wha stalling in the clinch.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Wha obliges.#T1#
Wha unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Wha leaning against his opponent.
Wha lands a body shot in the clinch.
A bit of stalling here from Wha.
Wha stalling in the clinch.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Bleh Wha.
Pereira showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Wha.
#CL#
Wha closes the distance and pushes Pereira back into the cage.
Pereira drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Wha gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Bleh Wha has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Marcus Pereira.
Wha effectively controlling the action here.
Pereira is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Wha pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Pereira takes a knee to the side of the body.
Wha taking a breather.#T2#
Pereira tries for a takedown but Wha manages to get underhooks.
Pereira wants a takedown but no success here.
#TD2#
Pereira gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Wha has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Pereira is working away from the top position though.
Wha is refusing to be controlled, as Pereira sits in half guard.
Wha wants to control but Pereira is keeping busy.
Wha won't allow Pereira to pass to mount. #T3#
Wha tries to get to full guard but Pereira has control of the leg.
Pereira is trying to control. Wha wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB2#
Pereira is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Wha gets full guard.
Pereira trying to control but Wha is working from the bottom.
Pereira is standing up over Wha. Wha looks to escape but Pereira dives into side control.
#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Wha is not content to let Pereira control the position.
Wha wants to control but Pereira postures up.
Wha is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
Pereira sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Wha is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Pereira is looking to take a break and control but Wha is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Wha knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Pereira on the ground.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Wha managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Pereira.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bleh Wha dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
Wha explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.#CL#
Wha forces Pereira back against the cage and clinches.
Wha lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Wha creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Pereira's defenses. #CUT#
It looks like Marcus Pereira has been cut.
Wha landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Wha has Pereira pushed against the cage.
Pereira's coach down at RCJ Machado Jiu-Jitsu was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Pereira's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Wha unloads a knee to the mid-section. Pereira lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Nice body punch from Wha - that landed with a thud.
Wha is leaning against Pereira and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Wha controlling the action here for a moment.
Wha leaning against his opponent.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Wha creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Wha takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Wha is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Pereira can do to turn this around?
Pereira wants a takedown.
Pereira is breathing heavily.#T1#
Wha utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Wha lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Wha lands a nice shot to the body.
Nice body punch from Wha - that landed with a thud.
Wha lands a hook that snaps the head of Pereira backwards.
Wha digs a right hand into Pereira's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Pereira's gas tank.
Wha lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Pereira or not.
Wha stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
A right hook to the body lands for Wha.
Wha lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Stalling in the clinch from Wha.
Wha manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Wha leaning his opponent against the cage.#T2#
Nice body punch from Wha.
Wha scores with a hook to the body.
Wha scores with a knee to the head.
Wha lands a nice knee to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Wha lands a nice shot to the body.
Bleh Wha has scored more points in the clinch so far.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Wha.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Wha leaning against his opponent.
Wha has Pereira pressed against the cage.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Bleh Wha.
Wha avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Wha wants to clinch.#T3##CL#
Wha gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Wha lands a good knee to the midsection. Pereira won't want to take too many of those.
Wha lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Wha working Pereira over with knees to the body.
Wha manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
A left hand lands to the body for Wha.
Wha slows down the pace here.
Wha unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Wha stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
#T4#
Wha scores a nice knee to the body.
Wha landing knees to the body.
Wha working Pereira over with knees to the body.
Wha is stalling here.
Good body shot from Wha.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Wha scores a nice knee to the body.
Wha is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Wha lands a good knee to the midsection. Pereira won't want to take too many of those.
Wha lands a nice knee to the body.
Wha avoiding damage.
Wha digs a right hand into Pereira's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Pereira's gas tank.
Wha utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Wha landing some nice looking knees to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bleh Wha dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Marcus Pereira'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##CL#
Wha gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Pereira goes for a takedown in the clinch but Wha prevents it.
Wha stalling against the cage.
Pereira changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Wha fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Wha tries to clinch there but Pereira circles away.
#CL#
Wha moves into the clinch successfully.
Wha unloads a knee to the mid-section. Pereira lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Wha is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Wha effectively controlling the action here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wha pushes Pereira back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Wha lands a body punch.
Wha lands a knee to the body.
A right hand to the body from Wha.
Wha landing knees to the body.
#T1#
Wha lands a good knee to the midsection. Pereira won't want to take too many of those.
Pereira takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Wha unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Wha putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Pereira in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Wha holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Wha controlling the action here for a moment.
A short right from Wha on the inside.
Wha is stalling here.
Pereira tries to score a body lock takedown but Wha shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Bleh Wha has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Marcus Pereira.
Wha scores a nice knee to the body.
#T2#
Wha manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
The referee is keeping an eye on Wha - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
The crowd are getting pretty annoyed with Wha for his constant stalling in the clinch and are voicing their displeasure.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Bleh Wha.#CL#
Pereira gets tackled into the cage by Wha. Wha maintains the clinch.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Wha obliges.
Wha gets through Pereira's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Wha scores a nice knee to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Wha effectively controlling the action here.
A nice left hand lands by Wha.
Wha lands with a short punch from the clinch.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Wha stalls.
Wha landing some nice looking knees to the body.
#T3#
A right hook to the body lands for Wha.
Pereira takes a knee to the side of the body.
Wha lands a good knee to the midsection. Pereira won't want to take too many of those.
Wha lands a knee to the head.
Wha lands a good knee to the midsection. Pereira won't want to take too many of those.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Wha lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Wha utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Wha lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Wha lands a good knee to the midsection. Pereira won't want to take too many of those.
Wha landing knees to the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Wha lands a knee to the body.
#T4#
Wha landing knees to the body.
Wha's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Wha scores a nice knee to the body.
Pereira's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Wha taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Wha.
Wha leaning his opponent against the cage.
Pereira is working for takedown but Wha is calmly controlling the position for now.
Bleh Wha is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Wha lands a body punch.
Pereira wants a takedown but no success here.
Marcus Pereira has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Wha pushes Pereira back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
And that's the end of the fight!
Bleh Wha showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Wha, 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 Steve Montenegro scores the fight 30:25
Judge Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 30:25
Judge Franklyn Lucas scores the fight 30:25
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bleh Wha!
Bleh Wha decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
Marcus Pereira was interviewed post fight and said 'My doctor says it's not good for my health fighting at this weight... so I'm gonna retire, 'cause I want to keep eating like a madman!'.
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Event:
StrikeForce Union #31
Date: Oct 22, 2016 |
#R1##TD#
Pereira shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Ward's guard.
Ward is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Pereira trying to control but Ward is working from the bottom.
Pereira is really struggling to control Ward but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Pereira won't allow Ward to get back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pereira trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Pereira wants to control from the top but Ward keeps moving.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Pereira trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#T1##TD2#
Ward closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Pereira to the mat! Pereira manages to get full guard.
Pereira keeping moving, preventing Ward from controlling successfully.
Ward throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Pereira works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Ward must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Pereira looking for a guillotine here but Ward defends easily.
Pereira is adopting a defensive guard.
Pereira controls Ward momentarily but Ward frees himself.
My spies in RCJ Machado Jiu-Jitsu inform me that Ward has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#T2##SUB#
Pereira is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Ward defends well.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Ward distracts Pereira with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Pereira has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Pereira wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Pereira keeping moving, preventing Ward from controlling successfully.
Ward lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Ward postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Ward landing with the ground and pound.
Ward content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. #T3#
Ward content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Ward working some strikes from top position.
Pereira keeping moving, preventing Ward from controlling successfully.
Pereira is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Ward missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#TD2#
Ward feints and as Pereira raises his hands in defense, Ward changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Ward missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Pereira trying to control the position.
Ward stands and throws Pereira's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Ward scores with a couple of short elbows.#T4#
Ward works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
Ward lands a few punches from side control.
Ward has control of an arm but Pereira manages to advance to Ward's back!
Ward is trying to get back to his feet but Pereira has full control of the position and if anything, Ward has just worked his way into a worse spot.
Pereira missing with strikes from the back.
Ward wants to get back to his feet. #SUB#
Pereira is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Ward is defending well though. Pereira let's go of the attempt for now.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Ward is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Pereira gets his way!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Paddy Ward will probably get the nod.
That's time! Pereira's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2##TD2#
Ward feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Ward keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Pereira's head.
Ward trying to control the position from guard on top but Pereira is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ward pushes down on Pereira's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Ward has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Pereira tries to get to full guard but Ward has control of the leg.
Ward missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ward lands with a punch from half guard.
Ward trying to control from half guard but Pereira is working away.
Ward is pressing down on Pereira's thigh, looking to free his foot. Pereira is holding on for now. #T1#
Pereira has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Ward is working away from the top position though.
Pereira is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Ward's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Ward's back!
Paddy Ward has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB#
Pereira is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Ward is defending well though. Pereira let's go of the attempt for now.
Ward is trying to get back to his feet but Pereira has full control of the position and if anything, Ward has just worked his way into a worse spot.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
Ward is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Pereira off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.#SUB#
Pereira has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Ward has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
#SUB#
Ward defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Pereira's arms. #SUB#
Pereira is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Ward has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
Ward is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet. #T3##SUB#
Pereira working from the back looking to end the fight with a rear naked choke. Ward is doing well to defend. Pereira seems to have got his hand under the chin though and he's sunk the choke in! Ward is forced to tap and this one is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:29 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Marcus Pereira!
A less than humble Marcus Pereira misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.
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Event:
StrikeForce Union #30
Date: Oct 16, 2016 |
#R1#
Quinn Mcdonagh throws a combination. Pereira tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Quinn Mcdonagh throws a good cross that connects.
Quinn Mcdonagh pounces like a tiger and cracks Pereira with a vicious hook! Pereira is down but not out! Quinn Mcdonagh follows up with more strikes forcing the ref to jump in and stop it!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:09 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). James Quinn Mcdonagh!
James Quinn Mcdonagh is the new super heavyweight champion!
An out of breath James Quinn Mcdonagh thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
Marcus Pereira spoke after the fight, saying 'My doctor says it's not good for my health fighting at this weight... so I'm gonna retire, 'cause I want to keep eating like a madman!'.
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Event:
StrikeForce Union #28
Date: Oct 02, 2016 |
#R1##TD2#
Pereira gets caught napping as Ward dives in and scores a takedown. Pereira manages to retain guard.#SUB#
Pereira is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Ward is aware though and is defending well.
Ward working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Ward controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Pereira controlling Ward's posture.
Pereira's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Ward accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ward trying to control but Pereira is working from the bottom.
Pereira working a defensive guard here.
Ward must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#T1#
Ward lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Ward's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ward keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Pereira's head.
Pereira has Ward pulled in close to control his posture.
Pereira trying to keep a closed guard but Ward is proving a slippery customer.
Pereira trying to control the position here.
Ward's corner is telling him to maintain position.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD2#
Ward fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Pereira sprawls well initially but Ward persists and gets the takedown into half guard. #T2#
Ward tries to pass the half guard into mount. Pereira knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Ward wants to take a breather but Pereira is having none of it.
Pereira tries to roll over but Ward keeps him under control.
Pereira is not content to let Ward control the position.
Pereira might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Pereira is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Ward's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Ward's back!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ward is trying to get back to his feet but Pereira has full control of the position and if anything, Ward has just worked his way into a worse spot.#SUB#
Pereira is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Ward knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Ward for a finish. #SUB#
Ward showing good submission defense here.
#T3##SUB#
Ward is in a bad position with Pereira working for a choke. Ward manages to spin nicely into guard and the danger is over for the moment.
Ward trying to control the position from guard on top but Pereira is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Pereira looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Ward has picked Pereira up and slammed him! Pereira can't keep hold of the triangle and Ward manages to pass to side control!
Pereira wants to control but Ward postures up.
Pereira avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Ward.
Ward lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Pereira down.
#T4#
Ward landing strikes.
Pereira is not content to let Ward control the position.
Pereira sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Pereira works his way to full guard. Good work.
Ward is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Ward is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Pereira looking to control.
Ward sitting in guard, not really doing much.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Pereira working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Ward.
Ward postures up in Pereira's guard and throws a big left but Pereira blocks it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Paddy Ward dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2##TD2#
Ward gets a takedown into half guard.
Ward is just content to waste time from the top position. Pereira takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Ward throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Ward accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Pereira preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
My spies in RCJ Machado Jiu-Jitsu inform me that Ward has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Ward makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pereira can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Ward controls the pace.
Ward postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Pereira is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Ward throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #T1#
Ward trying to control but Pereira is working from the bottom.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.#SUB#
Pereira is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Ward defends well.#SUB#
Pereira is looking for a triangle but Ward pushes his legs off easily.
Pereira not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Ward landing some decent shots from guard. #SUB#
Pereira looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Ward lands a couple of elbows.#T2#
Pereira working a defensive guard but Ward passes into half guard.
Pereira regains full guard. Nicely done.
Pereira has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Ward forces his way into half guard.
Pereira is looking to improve his position.
Pereira gets back to full guard.
#T3#
Ward landing some decent shots from guard.
Pereira utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Ward missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #SUB#
Ward got a little sloppy there for a moment and Pereira has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Ward has managed to get both his arms back between Pereira's legs - danger averted.
Ward lands a couple of elbows.
Ward trying to control but Pereira is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Pereira looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Ward postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #T4#
Ward controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Pereira controls Ward momentarily but Ward frees himself.
Ward trying to control but Pereira is working from the bottom.
Pereira controls Ward momentarily but Ward frees himself. #SUB#
Pereira looking for a guillotine here but Ward defends easily.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ward is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Paddy Ward showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R3##TD2#
Ward shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Ward was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Ward creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Pereira is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Ward's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Ward has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Pereira gets back to full guard.
Ward wants to control from the top but Pereira keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pereira looking to control but Ward passes into half guard.
Pereira trying to control here.
#T1#
Ward is looking to take a break and control but Pereira is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Pereira taking some punishment here, with Ward in his half guard.
Pereira has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Ward is working away from the top position though.
Ward wants to take a breather but Pereira is having none of it.
Ward working over Pereira with some ground and pound. Pereira looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Pereira is looking for a sweep. Ward is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Pereira is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at RCJ Machado Jiu-Jitsu, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Pereira is not content to let Ward control the position.
Pereira makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Pereira.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Ward trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Pereira preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Ward controls from within his opponent's guard.
Let's hope that Ward has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD2#
Ward looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Pereira is looking to control Ward's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Pereira avoid being mounted?
The fighters are battling for position here. Pereira manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #T3#
Ward trying to control but Pereira is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Ward is posturing up here but Pereira has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Ward tries to roll out but it's too tight and Ward has to tap! Slick submission there by Pereira!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:26 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Marcus Pereira!
Marcus Pereira retains his super heavyweight title!
In his post fight interview, Marcus Pereira started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
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Event:
StrikeForce Union #20
Date: Aug 07, 2016 |
#R1#
Teller scores with a nice right hand.
Teller throws out a loose jab but Pereira uses good head movement to avoid it.
Pereira blocks a head kick by Teller.
Teller misses with a right hand #TD#
so Pereira counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Teller is looking to stand back up but Pereira counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Teller. #REVB##SUB#
Pereira wants to work for an arm triangle but Teller is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Teller is trying to control but can't.
Teller really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Pereira. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Pereira is keen to just control but Teller is a slippery customer.
Teller is looking to escape.#SUB#
Pereira is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Teller has managed to free his arm - good work.
Pereira seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #T1#
Pereira missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Pereira tries to pass to full mount but Teller defends it. #SUB#
Pereira is looking for a kimura here.
Pereira tries to pass to full mount but Teller defends it. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Pereira takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#SUB#
Pereira is looking for a kimura but Teller is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Pereira to get the leverage.
Teller is looking to improve his position.
Pereira passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Teller! #SUB#
Pereira is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Teller is surviving well by controlling Pereira's body position as best he can.
Teller is looking to improve his position but Pereira isn't that keen on the idea.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Pereira trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T3#
Pereira is really struggling to control Teller but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Pereira manages to capitalize on a mistake by Teller to take his back!#SUB#
Pereira looking for the rear naked choke. And he's got it! Teller taps!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Marcus Pereira!
Marcus Pereira retains his super heavyweight title!
After the fight, Marcus Pereira was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.
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Event:
StrikeForce Union #14
Date: Jun 25, 2016 |
#R1##CL2#
Johnson pushes Pereira up against the cage in a clinch.#TD#
Pereira pulls Johnson into guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Pereira has his hands on Johnson's head, controlling the position.
Pereira keeping full guard, as Johnson tries to pass.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Johnson throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Johnson wants to control from the top but Pereira keeps moving. #SUB#
Pereira is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Johnson is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Pereira is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Pereira looking for a guillotine here but Johnson defends easily.
Pereira keeping moving, preventing Johnson from controlling successfully. #T1#
Johnson is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Pereira pulls Johnson in close to prevent any damage.
Johnson showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #SUB#
Pereira working for a triangle but Johnson defends it easily.
Johnson trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Johnson must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Pereira working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Johnson.
Johnson passes Pereira's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Pereira is trying to get back to full guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Pereira manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB#
Pereira looking for subs off his back but Johnson has passed one foot through into half guard.
Pereira is refusing to be controlled, as Johnson sits in half guard.
Pereira keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount. #SUB2#
Johnson is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#T3#
Pereira is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Johnson's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Johnson's back!#SUB#
Pereira is looking for the choke from the back position but Johnson is controlling his hands well.
Johnson just trying to survive but Pereira is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Johnson is really stuck here.
#SUB#
Pereira has his opponent's back and is working for the choke. #SUB#
Pereira is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Johnson defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
Johnson is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
#T4##SUB#
Pereira is working for the choke. I would put my money on him to finish from this position. He's rolled onto his back and has dragged Johnson with him. Johnson is trying to defend but Pereira has an arm under the chin now! Johnson grimaces and is forced to tap out!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Marcus Pereira!
Marcus Pereira retains his super heavyweight title!
An out of breath and clearly excited Marcus Pereira thanked Highland Clothing for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).
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Event:
StrikeForce Union #10
Date: Apr 30, 2016 |
#R1#
Pereira misses with a kick to the body.
Johnson tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Johnson looks to score with a jab to the body but Pereira is just out of range.
Johnson throws a combination that misses #CL#
and Pereira counters by clinching up.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Johnson is trying to drag Pereira to the mat but Pereira just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Pereira has Johnson pushed against the cage.
Johnson is trying to force a seperation but Pereira has the dominant position.
Pereira definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#TD#
Pereira decides to pull guard.
Johnson postures up in Pereira's guard and throws a big left but Pereira blocks it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Johnson throwing strikes from guard but Pereira blocks nicely. #SUB#
Pereira looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Pereira working a defensive guard here.
#T1#
Pereira preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Pereira might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Johnson wants to pass the guard but Pereira is keeping the position.
Pereira keeping moving, preventing Johnson from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Pereira throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB2#
Johnson thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB#
Johnson got a little sloppy there for a moment and Pereira has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Johnson has managed to get both his arms back between Pereira's legs - danger averted.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Johnson accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #SUB#
Pereira looking for a guillotine here but Johnson defends easily.
Pereira wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Pereira looking to control.
#T3#
Johnson with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Pereira not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Johnson trying to control but Pereira is working from the bottom.
Pereira utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #SUB#
Pereira looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB#
Pereira has his foot on Johnson's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Johnson works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Pereira looking for a guillotine here but Johnson defends easily.
Johnson connects with a couple of short punches.
Johnson trying to control but Pereira is working from the bottom. #T4#
Pereira working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Johnson.
Johnson distracts Pereira with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Johnson slips nicely into half guard.
Pereira is trying to maintain the position but Johnson is very close to passing his half guard.
Pereira tries to roll over but Johnson keeps him under control.
The fighters are battling for position here. Pereira manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Johnson cracks Pereira with a solid left hand.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Johnson trying to control but Pereira is working from the bottom.
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 Marcus Pereira will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2##CL2#
Johnson has Pereira up against the cage in a clinch.
#TD#
Pereira has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Johnson uses from the top position.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Johnson accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #SUB#
Pereira has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Johnson is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Pereira.#SUB2#
Johnson is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Pereira knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Pereira dodges the ground and pound from Johnson.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Johnson goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Pereira has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Johnson but great work by Pereira.
Johnson is looking to reverse the position.#T1#
Johnson looking for a sweep but Pereira has passed into full mount! Oh no!
Pereira looking to finish with strikes here!
Pereira throws an elbow from mount that misses. Lucky escape for Johnson because Pereira loaded up on that one.
Pereira wants to take Johnson's back here but Johnson is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
Pereira looking to control but Johnson is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Johnson is in all sorts of trouble here.
Pereira wants to control the pace but Johnson is squirming around nicely.
Johnson prevents Pereira from taking his back.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2##SUB#
Pereira goes for an armbar but Johnson turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Johnson.
My spies in Bi-Polar Asylum LV's #1 Public Training Center inform me that Johnson has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Johnson must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Pereira has control of Johnson's left arm, preventing Johnson from doing any damage.
Johnson advances position into side control!
The ground and pound from Johnson seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
You can see the frustration on Pereira's face as Johnson controls the position.
Pereira is trying to control Johnson's posture but Johnson avoids it.
Marcus Pereira overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T3##SUB2#
Johnson tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Pereira is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Johnson's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Pereira tries to get to full guard but Johnson has control of the leg.
Johnson trying to control the action but Pereira is working from the bottom.
Pereira moves into full guard.
Johnson is working Pereira over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Pereira not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Johnson loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #SUB#
Pereira had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Johnson defends it easily.
Johnson stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Pereira swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Pereira pulls Johnson in close to his closed guard and prevents Johnson from doing any damage or advancing position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Johnson throws a big elbow that misses.
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 Marcus Pereira will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R3#
Johnson is trying hard to land a takedown here. Pereira sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Pereira drops down looking for a counter takedown but Johnson sprawls and moves away.
Some wild striking there from Johnson.
Johnson looks to score with a jab to the body but Pereira is just out of range.
Johnson gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily #CL#
and Pereira counters by clinching up.
Pereira is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Johnson blocks the elbow strike.
#TD#
Pereira pulls guard.
Johnson scoring with some ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pereira looking to control.
Johnson wants to control from the top but Pereira keeps moving. #SUB#
Pereira has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Johnson can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T1##SUB#
Pereira is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Johnson defends well.#SUB#
Johnson got a little sloppy there for a moment and Pereira has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Johnson has managed to get both his arms back between Pereira's legs - danger averted.
Johnson throwing strikes from guard but Pereira blocks nicely.
Pereira avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #SU2#
Johnson decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Pereira, up you get!
Joe Johnson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Johnson scores with a nice strike.
Johnson shoots in but no luck this time.
Marcus Pereira has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Joe Johnson.
Johnson shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.#T2##CL#
Pereira clinches up against the cage.
Nice body punch from Pereira - that landed with a thud.
Johnson takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#TD#
Pereira ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Pereira no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard. #SUB#
Pereira escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Johnson gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Pereira is actively looking for submissions from his back. He's worked himself a little space on the bottom and seems to be going for a triangle. No, he's switched into an armbar! That was slick! Johnson rolls with it to try and escape but Pereira cranks on the arm and Johnson is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:39 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Marcus Pereira!
Marcus Pereira is the new super heavyweight champion!
An out of breath and clearly excited Marcus Pereira thanked Highland Clothing for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).
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