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Event:
SYN 775 Garuda vs Magufuli 2
Date: Jan 23, 2021 |
#R1# Tyrone Jones moves out of range of the strikes. Hero moves out of range as Tyrone Jones strikes. Tyrone Jones looks to throw the jab but Hero is out of range. Tyrone Jones throws a jab when Hero was well out of range. Tyrone Jones has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Razor Sharp Training Systems in the buildup to the fight. Hero walks into a left hand. Tyrone Jones waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Hero. Hero looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it. A nice leg kick from Tyrone Jones, right into the meat of the thigh.
Tyrone Jones takes a swing at Hero's ribcage but misses. Tyrone Jones uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Hero. Russell Tyrone Jones seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Tyrone Jones misses with a straight right. Hero throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Tyrone Jones uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Hero.
Tyrone Jones connects with a jab. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Tyrone Jones throws a chopping leg kick but Hero manages to avoid taking any serious damage. Tyrone Jones misses with a wild body shot. As Tyrone Jones backs off Hero throws a huge counter combo but Tyrone Jones manages to avoid it all. Tyrone Jones swings for the body but Hero moves out of range.
Sloppy strikes from Hero. Those never looked like landing. Tyrone Jones loads up on a big right hand but Hero slips the punch.#T1# Tyrone Jones rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
#TD2# and Hero counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. Hero wants to control from the top but Tyrone Jones keeps moving. Tyrone Jones looking to sweep here. No luck so far. Hero 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. Hero wants to control from the top but Tyrone Jones keeps moving. Tyrone Jones being controlled here, momentarily. Tyrone Jones will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions. Hero throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. Tyrone Jones wants to sweep but no luck. Tyrone Jones managing to control the position. Hero wants to pass the guard but Tyrone Jones is keeping the position. Tyrone Jones is pulling down on Hero's head to control his posture. Tyrone Jones is trying to control the position but Hero postures up. #T2# Hero wants to control from the top but Tyrone Jones keeps moving. Tyrone Jones trying to control the position.
Hero with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal. Hero chips away with some ground and pound. Tyrone Jones is pulling down on Hero's head. It's preventing any offense from Hero, at least for the moment. Tyrone Jones bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Hero's guard. #REVR# Tyrone Jones tries to free his leg and advance position but Hero is retaining full guard. Hero 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. Tyrone Jones showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #SUB2# Hero is looking for a triangle but Tyrone Jones pushes his legs off easily.
#T3# Tyrone Jones is in close to Hero's body, working some short punches and elbows. Tyrone Jones throws a big right hand that misses. #SUB2# Hero is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Hero trying to keep a closed guard but Tyrone Jones is proving a slippery customer.
Hero keeping moving, preventing Tyrone Jones from controlling successfully. Hero trying to keep a closed guard but Tyrone Jones is proving a slippery customer.
Tyrone Jones slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. Hero 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. Hero is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#T4# The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action. Tyrone Jones wants to control from the top but Hero keeps moving. Hero is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#SUB2# Hero looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Hero wants to sweep here but Tyrone Jones controlling him for the moment. Tyrone Jones chips away with some ground and pound. Tyrone Jones looking to pass the guard. Tyrone Jones's corner is telling him to maintain position. Tyrone Jones trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2# Hero is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! Tyrone Jones has his hands clasped together but Hero extends and breaks Tyrone Jones's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by Hero.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Dollar Hero! Dollar Hero spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant. |
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Event:
SYN 769
Date: Jan 02, 2021 |
#R1# Tyrone Jones throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Kansalainen on the side of the head. Kansalainen darts in and out, connecting with a jab. Tyrone Jones looks to score with a jab to the body but Kansalainen is just out of range. Tyrone Jones doesn't manage to clinch there - Kansalainen circles away.
#TD2# Tyrone Jones closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Kansalainen did well to prevent Tyrone Jones getting side control. Kansalainen is staying active underneath Tyrone Jones, who seems content to just control the action from this position. The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#SUB# Kansalainen looking for submissions from an awkward position here. Kansalainen might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground. Kansalainen is trying to stand back up but Tyrone Jones is controlling him
Tyrone Jones wants to control but Kansalainen is keeping him busy. Kansalainen slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work. Tyrone Jones is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. #SUB# Kansalainen has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Tyrone Jones can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. Tyrone Jones's corner is telling him to maintain position. Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground! Tyrone Jones looking to pass the guard. #T1# Kansalainen wants to sweep but no luck. Tyrone Jones wants to pass the guard but Kansalainen is keeping the position. Kansalainen is trying to control the position but Tyrone Jones postures up. Kansalainen 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# Kansalainen throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Tyrone Jones cracks Kansalainen with a solid left hand. Tyrone Jones content to stall in guard here. Tyrone Jones lands a couple of elbows. Kansalainen seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. Tyrone Jones scores with a decent looking elbow strike.#T2# Tyrone Jones stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kansalainen swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB# Kansalainen is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Tyrone Jones defends well. Tyrone Jones sitting in guard, not really doing much. Let's hope that Tyrone Jones 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. Tyrone Jones trying to control but Kansalainen is working from the bottom. Tyrone Jones postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head. Tyrone Jones not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. Kansalainen 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##SUB# Kansalainen is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#T3# Tyrone Jones is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Kansalainen jumps into side control! Tyrone Jones is positioning himself to get back to half guard. Tyrone Jones manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. Kansalainen is thwarting Tyrone Jones's attempts to control the position. Tyrone Jones is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Kansalainen's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Kansalainen's back! Tyrone Jones is punishing Kansalainen with some ground and pound. #SUB2# Tyrone Jones is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Kansalainen defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined. Tyrone Jones tries to get the hooks in deep but Kansalainen pushed the leg off. Kansalainen tries to break free.
Tyrone Jones tries to get the hooks in deep but Kansalainen pushed the leg off. Tyrone Jones wants to control but Kansalainen manages to buck him off and is now in Tyrone Jones's guard! Nice work there by Kansalainen! Kansalainen won't allow Tyrone Jones to sweep him here. #T4# Kansalainen pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Tyrone Jones is keeping the position for now. Kansalainen is working hard here to advance position. Tyrone Jones is pulling down on Kansalainen's head. It's preventing any offense from Kansalainen, at least for the moment. Tyrone Jones controls Kansalainen momentarily but Kansalainen frees himself. Kansalainen trying to control but Tyrone Jones is working from the bottom. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Tyrone Jones trying to keep a closed guard but Kansalainen is proving a slippery customer.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Kansalainen advances to half guard. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Russell Tyrone Jones will probably get the nod. That's time! Kansalainen's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2# Kansalainen uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Tyrone Jones has time to react. Kansalainen scores with a one two! Tyrone Jones had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes. Kansalainen changes levels and scores with a jab to the body. Kansalainen connects with a crisp jab. Kansalainen uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tyrone Jones.
A jab from Kansalainen misses. Kansalainen misses with a straight right. Kansalainen checks a low kick from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight. Tyrone Jones jabs Kansalainen right on the nose. Kansalainen blinks but takes it well. Tyrone Jones takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
A clash of legs there as Kansalainen blocks the low kick. Kansalainen missing with a left hand there. Tyrone Jones was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Kansalainen misses the jab. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Kansalainen fakes a jab and scores with a low kick. Tyrone Jones looks to land a right hand but Kansalainen moved out of range. Kansalainen throws a body kick that digs right into the meat. The fighters circling - Tyrone Jones throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Tyrone Jones defending well as Kansalainen loads up on a big left hand. Tyrone Jones uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kansalainen.
Tyrone Jones throws a leg kick but Kansalainen sees it coming and moves out of range. A looping hook to the body misses from Tyrone Jones. Kansalainen does a little dance to reset his feet. A leg kick checked by Tyrone Jones. Kansalainen loads up on a big right hand but Tyrone Jones slips the punch.#T1# Nice straight punches there by Kansalainen. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Kansalainen. Kansalainen tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him. Tyrone Jones throws a leg kick that misses. Kansalainen feinted there with a counter leg kick. Kansalainen keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kansalainen connects with a body shot. Kansalainen defending well as Tyrone Jones loads up on a big left hand. Kansalainen throwing a counter right hand but Tyrone Jones manages to avoid it. Kansalainen with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Nice jab there from Kansalainen. Wow, both these guys are really going for it! Kansalainen throws a looping overhand right but Tyrone Jones ducks down to avoid it. Tyrone Jones ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Kansalainen scores with a shot to the body.
A swing and a miss from Kansalainen.#TD2# Tyrone Jones drives through with a takedown into Kansalainen's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Tyrone Jones not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. Tyrone Jones trying to control the position from guard on top but Kansalainen is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Kansalainen is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T2# Kansalainen looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. Tyrone Jones trying to control the position from guard on top but Kansalainen is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Kansalainen wants to stand up but Tyrone Jones is controlling him. Tyrone Jones wants to control from the top but Kansalainen keeps moving. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Kansalainen wants to stand and escape but Tyrone Jones is having none of it. #REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity. A swing and a miss from Tyrone Jones. A nice leg kick from Tyrone Jones, right into the meat of the thigh.
Tyrone Jones connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head. Kansalainen loads up on a big right hand but Tyrone Jones slips the punch. Tyrone Jones avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Tyrone Jones throws out a loose jab but Kansalainen uses good head movement to avoid it. Kansalainen motions for Tyrone Jones to come forward. Kansalainen throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. Tyrone Jones loads up on a big right hand but Kansalainen slips the punch. Tyrone Jones blocks a jab.#T3# Kansalainen ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tyrone Jones moves away. Tyrone Jones moves out of range as Kansalainen strikes. Tyrone Jones misses with a low kick.
Tyrone Jones scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard. Kansalainen looks to land a right hand but Tyrone Jones moved out of range.#CL2# Tyrone Jones moves into the clinch. Tyrone Jones is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Kansalainen is defending well.#BC2# Tyrone Jones breaks from the clinch.
Kansalainen connects with an inside leg kick. Kansalainen lands a nice leg kick that just misses Tyrone Jones's sensitive parts. Tyrone Jones throws an overhand right that lands on Kansalainen's shoulder, as Kansalainen tries to avoid the shot. Tyrone Jones fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done. Tyrone Jones throws an overhand right that lands on Kansalainen's shoulder, as Kansalainen tries to avoid the shot. Tyrone Jones scores with a jab to the jaw. Tyrone Jones lands a body shot.
Kansalainen connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Kansalainen tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target. Kansalainen keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kansalainen slips a straight right by Tyrone Jones. Kansalainen misses with a low kick as Tyrone Jones jumps back. Tyrone Jones connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. Tyrone Jones tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #T4# Kansalainen drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles. Tyrone Jones thuds his right hand into Kansalainen's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters. Kansalainen takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. Tyrone Jones displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kansalainen throws out the jab. Kansalainen feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Tyrone Joness jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist! Kansalainen throws out a leg kick but Tyrone Jones moves out of range and Kansalainen only half commits. Kansalainen moves away from the strike by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Tyrone Jones loads up on a big right hand but Kansalainen slips the punch. Tyrone Jones doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body. Kansalainen drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles. Kansalainen tries to move into range but Tyrone Jones moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand. Tyrone Jones connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt. Kansalainen lands a jab. Kansalainen tries to score with a low kick but Tyrone Jones moves his leg out of the way. Tyrone Jones swings for the body but Kansalainen moves out of range.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Tyrone Jones lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin. Tyrone Jones tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. Tyrone Jones is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range. Kansalainen misses with a looping left. Kansalainen slips under a jab. Kansalainen throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Russell Tyrone Jones will probably get the nod - 10:9. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3# Kansalainen misses with a looping right. Kansalainen connects with a good right hand that stumbles Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones circles away out of range and recomposes himself. Kansalainen uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tyrone Jones. Kansalainen slips under a jab. Kansalainen was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger. Kansalainen uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones misses with a hook. Tyrone Jones motions for Kansalainen to come forward. Tyrone Jones throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. Kansalainen pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Kansalainen throws a hook to the side of Tyrone Jones's head but Tyrone Jones sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Tyrone Jones gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there. Tyrone Jones is looking to take this fight into the clinch. Tyrone Jones throws a leg kick but Kansalainen sees it coming and moves out of range. Kansalainen throws a jab when Tyrone Jones was well out of range. Kansalainen lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Tyrone Jones stuns Kansalainen with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range. Kansalainen tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tyrone Jones was well out of range. Poor timing from Kansalainen. A big left from Tyrone Jones misses. Tapani Kansalainen is winning the standup battle so far. Tyrone Jones lands a leg kick that knocks Kansalainen off balance momentarily. Tyrone Jones jabs at Kansalainen's body. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Kansalainen misses with an uppercut. Tyrone Jones saw that one coming. Tyrone Jones smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.#T1# Nice defenses there by Tyrone Jones. Kansalainen avoids the body shot from Tyrone Jones.
Decent striking displayed by Kansalainen there. Kansalainen on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. Tyrone Jones slips a straight right by Kansalainen. Kansalainen misses with an uppercut. Tyrone Jones saw that one coming. Kansalainen misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent. Tyrone Jones throws a shot from downtown. Kansalainen moves away and avoids it. A big right from Tyrone Jones misses. Tyrone Jones scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Kansalainen doesn't seem bothered though. Kansalainen swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Tyrone Jones jabs Kansalainen to the body, keeping him at a distance. Kansalainen scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one. Nice sprawl there from Kansalainen as Tyrone Jones shoots in. Kansalainen appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body. Kansalainen cracks Tyrone Jones with a right hand to the side of the head. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Tyrone Jones motions for Kansalainen to come forward. Tyrone Jones throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. Tyrone Jones throws a body shot but no joy. Kansalainen gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there. Kansalainen wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection. Tapani Kansalainen has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2# Kansalainen tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tyrone Jones was well out of range. Poor timing from Kansalainen. Kansalainen misses with an uppercut. A slow jab from Kansalainen misses its intended target. Kansalainen fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tyrone Jones manages to avoid it. Tyrone Jones tries to counter by closing the distance. Kansalainen displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tyrone Jones throws out the jab. Tyrone Jones's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Kansalainen connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Tyrone Jones scrambles back to his feet. Kansalainen bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Tyrone Jones's head. Tyrone Jones keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tyrone Jones slips under a jab from Kansalainen. Tyrone Jones tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Kansalainen defends well and Tyrone Jones ends up having to push Kansalainen into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch. Tyrone Jones 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. Kansalainen tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target. Kansalainen stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Tyrone Jones. A slow jab from Kansalainen misses its intended target. Donk. Tyrone Jones catches Kansalainen right on the button with a cross. Nice uppercut there from Tyrone Jones. Kansalainen misses with a jab, cross combination.
Tyrone Jones takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away. Tyrone Jones throws the left hand but Kansalainen avoids the punch easily. Kansalainen scores with a hook. Kansalainen throws a leg kick that misses. #T3# Tyrone Jones slips under a jab from Kansalainen. Tyrone Jones tries to close the distance and clinch but Kansalainen swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. Tyrone Jones is looking to clinch but Kansalainen is avoiding it.
Kansalainen avoids the body shot from Tyrone Jones.
Kansalainen throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tyrone Jones sees it coming and avoids it easily. A telegraphed right hand from Tyrone Jones misses the target. Tyrone Jones moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. Tyrone Jones lands a jab to Kansalainen's midsection. Kansalainen takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Tyrone Jones takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh. Tyrone Jones scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent. Tyrone Jones staying out of range there. Tyrone Jones steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Kansalainen. Kansalainen walks into a straight right hand from Tyrone Jones. Nice shot by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones with a jab. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Tyrone Jones throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. #CL2# Tyrone Jones gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#BC# Kansalainen pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Tyrone Jones works the jab nicely. Kansalainen throws a solid leg kick but Tyrone Jones takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Kansalainen. Kansalainen looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.#T4# Kansalainen thumps Tyrone Jones with a low kick. Tyrone Jones lands with a cross. Kansalainen lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range. Tyrone Jones slips a jab from Kansalainen. Kansalainen misses with a straight left. Tyrone Jones wants to counter the offense by Kansalainen and move into the clinch position. Tyrone Jones stuns Kansalainen with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range. Kansalainen stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones misses with a hook. Kansalainen ducked under it nicely. Tyrone Jones scores with a nice head shot. Tyrone Jones uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kansalainen. A slow jab from Tyrone Jones misses its intended target. Tyrone Jones throws a lazy right hand but Kansalainen sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Tyrone Jones scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one. Tyrone Jones connects with a looping right hand.
Tyrone Jones lands a really nice looking cross but Kansalainen seems unphased.
Tyrone Jones ducks right into an uppercut from Kansalainen. #CUT#It looks like Russell Tyrone Jones has been cut. Tyrone Jones has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight. As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action. Kansalainen throws a looping overhand right but Tyrone Jones ducks down to avoid it. Tyrone Jones defending well as Kansalainen loads up on a big left hand. Tyrone Jones misses with a hook. Kansalainen ducked under it nicely. Kansalainen half committed to a counter leg kick. Tyrone Jones slips under a jab from Kansalainen. Tyrone Jones looks like he wants to counter punch here. Kansalainen staying out of range there.
And that's the end of the fight! I would just about give that final round to Russell Tyrone Jones. Well Tyrone Jones 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 Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 27:30 Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 27:30 Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 28:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Russell Tyrone Jones! After the fight, Russell Tyrone Jones 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:
Syn Birthday Bash LA
Date: Nov 30, 2020 |
#R1# Nice straight punches there by Tyrone Jones. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Tyrone Jones. Uesugi lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin. Tyrone Jones seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym. Tyrone Jones ducks under a wild hook from Uesugi.#CL# Tyrone Jones closes the distance and clinches. Tyrone Jones tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Uesugi lands with a right to the head. Uesugi working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. Uesugi is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Tyrone Jones to keep the fight standing. Tyrone Jones tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Uesugi lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. Uesugi misses with a short punch on the inside. Uesugi doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Uesugi scores with a nice hook to the head. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones working some nice short punches in the clinch. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Tyrone Jones tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Uesugi's elbow. Tyrone Jones misses with the head strike.
Uesugi swings wildly with an uppercut but Tyrone Jones uses good head movement to avoid it. Tyrone Jones working aggressively here.
Uesugi misses with a short punch on the inside. Tyrone Jones lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Uesugi backwards. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Tyrone Jones swings away with an uppercut that misses.
#T1# Uesugi blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Uesugi tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Tyrone Jones smiles and moves away.
Tyrone Jones bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut. A telegraphed right hand from Tyrone Jones misses the target. Tyrone Jones takes one on the button. Uesugi throws a shot from downtown. Tyrone Jones moves away and avoids it. Uesugi misses with a straight left. A big right from Tyrone Jones misses. Uesugi stuns Tyrone Jones with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range. Uesugi looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights. A swing and a miss from Uesugi. Uesugi checks a low kick from Tyrone Jones. It seemed like Uesugi was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. Tyrone Jones misses with a looping left. A telegraphed right hand from Tyrone Jones misses the target. Uesugi connects with a body shot that sends Tyrone Jones's belly button to the back. A jab from Tyrone Jones misses. A leg kick checked by Uesugi. A big left from Tyrone Jones misses. And an attempted straight right on the counter from Uesugi! But no joy. Uesugi throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Tyrone Jones misses the jab. Wow, both these guys are really going for it! Uesugi scores with the left hand. Tyrone Jones knows he should have avoided that one. This has been an exciting period of action! A low kick lands for Tyrone Jones.
#T2# Uesugi connects with a good right hand that stumbles Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones circles away out of range and recomposes himself. Tyrone Jones misses the jab. A little jabbing left from Uesugi on the counter but it doesn't find it's target. Tyrone Jones tries to clinch but Uesugi moves out of range. Tyrone Jones throws a shot to the body.
Tyrone Jones keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Uesugi. Tyrone Jones swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect. Uesugi misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Uesugi misses with a wild body shot. Uesugi blocks a low kick nicely. Uesugi uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tyrone Jones. Uesugi fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tyrone Jones manages to avoid it. A big right from Tyrone Jones misses. Tyrone Jones takes a swing at Uesugi's ribcage but misses. Uesugi takes a shot right to the bread basket. Russell Tyrone Jones seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Uesugi dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Tyrone Jones throws an overhand right that lands on Uesugi's shoulder, as Uesugi tries to avoid the shot. A big right from Tyrone Jones misses. Tyrone Jones smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button. Tyrone Jones punishes Uesugi's body with a nice straight punch. Nice defenses there by Tyrone Jones. Uesugi lands a really nice looking cross but Tyrone Jones seems unphased.
Uesugi misses with a hook. Tyrone Jones ducked under it nicely. #T3# Uesugi listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut. Tyrone Jones with the inside leg kick. Uesugi 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. Tyrone Jones misses with a low kick. A jab from Tyrone Jones misses. A little jabbing left from Uesugi on the counter but it doesn't find it's target. Uesugi cracks a nice hook into Tyrone Jones's ribs. Tyrone Jones connects with an inside leg kick. The fighters circling - Uesugi throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Tyrone Jones throws a hook to the side of Uesugi's head but Uesugi sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Uesugi defending well as Tyrone Jones loads up on a big left hand. Tyrone Jones throws a jab when Uesugi was well out of range. Uesugi with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Tyrone Jones to score with a decent uppercut. Uesugi moves out of range of the strikes. Tyrone Jones fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Uesugi manages to avoid it. Tyrone Jones ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Uesugi's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Tyrone Jones connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Uesugi scrambles back to his feet. Uesugi throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Uesugi misses with an uppercut. Uesugi takes one to the side of the head.
Tyrone Jones ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent. Uesugi misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tyrone Jones.
Uesugi stuns Tyrone Jones with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.#T4# Tyrone Jones keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Uesugi. Uesugi throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tyrone Jones takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Tyrone Jones keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Uesugi. A swing and a miss from Uesugi. Nice shot lands for Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones lands a nice shot to the body.
Tyrone Jones moves out of range of the strikes. Uesugi chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Tyrone Jones can pounce on him.
Tyrone Jones avoids a lazy jab quite easily. A shot to the liver by Uesugi. Beautiful body shot. Tyrone Jones jabbing away but nothing is landing. Uesugi misses with a hook. A swing and a miss from Uesugi. Uesugi staying out of range there. Tyrone Jones connects with a single shot there. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Tyrone Jones swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Uesugi. Uesugi missing with a left hand there. Tyrone Jones was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Tyrone Jones is really peppering his opponent's head with punches. Tyrone Jones fails to land the takedown. Uesugi tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tyrone Jones was well out of range. Poor timing from Uesugi. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Russell Tyrone Jones will probably get the nod. That's time! Back to the action!#R2# Tyrone Jones throws a good cross that connects.
Uesugi lands a jab to Tyrone Jones's midsection. Uesugi misses the shot to the body. Uesugi throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Uesugi avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Uesugi looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it. Uesugi bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. It seemed like Uesugi was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. Uesugi uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tyrone Jones. Uesugi ducks under a wild hook from Tyrone Jones. Russell Tyrone Jones is winning the standup battle so far. Tyrone Jones throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Uesugi lands a nice looking body shot.
Uesugi scores with a nice strike. Uesugi ducks under a wild hook from Tyrone Jones. Uesugi loads up on a big right hand but Tyrone Jones slips the punch. Uesugi avoids a low kick by using good footwork. Tyrone Jones fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Uesugi manages to avoid it. Tyrone Jones bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Tyrone Jones scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business. Tyrone Jones misses with a body shot.
Uesugi throws a lazy right hand but Tyrone Jones sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Uesugi misses with a looping right. Jab from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.#T1# Nice shot lands for Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones throws a shot from downtown. Uesugi moves away and avoids it. Uesugi throws out a counter right but Tyrone Jones avoids it with no problem. Tyrone Jones blocks a jab. Tyrone Jones keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Uesugi connects with the punch. Uesugi throws a hook to the side of Tyrone Jones's head but Tyrone Jones sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Uesugi, as that shot connected.
Tyrone Jones slips under a jab from Uesugi. Uesugi uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tyrone Jones. Uesugi takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor. Tyrone Jones throws a leg kick but Uesugi checks it. Tyrone Jones gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Uesugi. Uesugi tests Tyrone Jones's chin there with a solid looking shot. Uesugi thows a left - swing and a miss! We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Tyrone Jones throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Uesugi stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly. A leg kick checked by Uesugi. Tyrone Jones looks to land a left hand but Uesugi moved out of range nicely. Uesugi works Tyrone Jones's body with a nice hook. Uesugi takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Uesugi ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent. Tyrone Jones fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Uesugi manages to avoid it.#T2# Tyrone Jones throws a hook but Uesugi avoids it easily. Uesugi swings for the body but Tyrone Jones moves out of range.
Uesugi displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tyrone Jones throws out the jab. Uesugi takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh. Tyrone Jones throws a leg kick that misses. Uesugi looks to land a right hand but Tyrone Jones moved out of range. Tyrone Jones tries a low kick but Uesugi avoids it. A slow jab from Uesugi misses its intended target. Tyrone Jones is looking to clinch. Uesugi swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made. Tyrone Jones throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Uesugi sees it coming and avoids it easily. Uesugi scores with a nice strike. Uesugi thows a left - swing and a miss! Tyrone Jones uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Uesugi. Uesugi moves out of range as Tyrone Jones strikes. Tyrone Jones jabbing away but nothing is landing. Nice cross by Tyrone Jones. Uesugi just misses with a punch to the body.
Tyrone Jones jabbing away but nothing is landing. Uesugi misses with a straight right. Tyrone Jones steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Uesugi. Uesugi uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tyrone Jones. Uesugi looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#T3# Tyrone Jones lands a nice looking body shot.
Uesugi's jab looks to have found its range, popping Tyrone Jones under the eye. Tyrone Jones steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Uesugi. Tyrone Jones misses with an uppercut. Tyrone Jones avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Tyrone Jones takes a jab right on the kisser.
Uesugi connects with a looping right hand.
Tyrone Jones takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily. A jab from Tyrone Jones misses. Uesugi misses the jab. A looping hook to the body misses from Uesugi. Tyrone Jones does a little dance to reset his feet. Uesugi throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Uesugi ducks under a wild hook from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones avoids the body shot from Uesugi.
#CL# Tyrone Jones has closed the distance and engaged Uesugi in a clinch.
Russell Tyrone Jones has scored more points in the clinch so far. Uesugi swings wildly with an uppercut but Tyrone Jones uses good head movement to avoid it. Tyrone Jones struggles to land a body shot inside as Uesugi controls his hands.
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! Uesugi misses with some punches.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones swings away with an uppercut that misses.
#T4# Uesugi has a couple of punches blocked by Tyrone Jones.
Uesugi lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Tyrone Jones lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. Tyrone Jones lands a body punch. Uesugi tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Tyrone Jones tries to work over Uesugi's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Tyrone Jones pushes Uesugi back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. Tyrone Jones wants to get back to striking at distance but Uesugi won't allow it.
Uesugi misses with a hook from the clinch. Uesugi swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Uesugi presses Tyrone Jones against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot. A shot in the inside from Uesugi. Tyrone Jones blocks an uppercut.
Tyrone Jones blocking some punches.
Tyrone Jones lands a shot to the body. Tyrone Jones lands with a short shot to the head. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. A head punch on the inside from Tyrone Jones fails to land. Uesugi scores with a shoulder strike. Uesugi throws a punch but it's blocked by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones lands with a light punch inside. Tyrone Jones takes a shot to the head. A quick uppercut on the inside from Tyrone Jones. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Kagekatsu Uesugi will probably get the nod - 10:9. 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. This is the final round!#R3# Tyrone Jones looks to land a right hand but Uesugi moved out of range. Uesugi looks like he wants to counter punch here. Uesugi scores with a nice head shot. Tyrone Jones connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son. Uesugi misses the shot to the body. Tyrone Jones keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tyrone Jones swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Tyrone Jones throws a shot from downtown. Uesugi moves away and avoids it. Tyrone Jones misses with an uppercut. Uesugi digs a good hook to Tyrone Jones's body.
Tyrone Jones looks to score with a jab to the body but Uesugi is just out of range. Uesugi missing with a left hand there. Tyrone Jones was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. A big right from Uesugi misses. Uesugi throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Uesugi throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Tyrone Jones lands an overhand right. The fighters circle momentarily. Uesugi darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch. Uesugi moves out of range of the strikes. Tyrone Jones doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Uesugi lands a body shot.
Uesugi looks to throw the jab but Tyrone Jones is out of range. Tyrone Jones ducks down and throws a hook to the body.#T1# Uesugi loads up on a big right hand but Tyrone Jones slips the punch. Uesugi works Tyrone Jones's body with a nice hook. Tyrone Jones lands with a good body shot. Uesugi keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Tyrone Jones slips a straight right by Uesugi. Tyrone Jones connects with a looping right hand.
Tyrone Jones dips to his left and cracks Uesugi with an uppercut! Tyrone Jones shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Uesugi pinned against the cage. Uesugi gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. Tyrone Jones looks to land a right hand but Uesugi moved out of range. Uesugi throws a shot from downtown. Tyrone Jones moves away and avoids it. Tyrone Jones fakes a head shot and lands one to the body. Uesugi checks a leg kick nicely. A jab from Tyrone Jones misses. Uesugi looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it. Uesugi missing with a left hand there. Tyrone Jones was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Uesugi moves out of range as Tyrone Jones strikes. Tyrone Jones throws a nice inside leg kick. Uesugi connects with a body shot. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Uesugi lands a nice shot that snaps Tyrone Jones's head back.
#T2# A jab from Uesugi misses. Tyrone Jones was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger. Uesugi keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Uesugi throws out a counter right but Tyrone Jones avoids it with no problem. Tyrone Jones misses with a wild body shot. Tyrone Jones fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Uesugi on the side of the head. Tyrone Jones scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one. Uesugi throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tyrone Jones displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Uesugi throws out the jab. Tyrone Jones uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Uesugi has time to react. Tyrone Jones misses with an uppercut
and Uesugi counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. Tyrone Jones shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Uesugi as he jumps to the side. Tyrone Jones feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Uesugis jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist! Tyrone Jones throws the left hand but Uesugi avoids the punch easily. Tyrone Jones doesn't manage to clinch there - Uesugi circles away.
Uesugi throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Uesugi tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him. Uesugi thuds his right hand into Tyrone Jones's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters. Tyrone Jones takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch. Uesugi staying out of range there. Uesugi misses the shot to the body. #T3# Uesugi throws a body punch but Tyrone Jones moves out of range. Uesugi misses the shot to the body. Tyrone Jones throws a shot from downtown. Uesugi moves away and avoids it. Uesugi takes a swing at Tyrone Jones's ribcage but misses. Tyrone Jones doesn't manage to clinch there - Uesugi circles away.
Tyrone Jones throws a good cross that connects.
Uesugi throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Uesugi throws a body shot but no joy. Uesugi's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down. Uesugi connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head. Tyrone Jones waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Uesugi. Tyrone Jones connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. Tyrone Jones works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance. Tyrone Jones blocks a jab. Uesugi steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tyrone Jones. Uesugi takes a swing at Tyrone Jones's ribcage but misses. Uesugi has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye. Uesugi blocks a jab. Uesugi misses the shot to the body. Tyrone Jones swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect. Tyrone Jones scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Uesugi doesn't seem bothered though. A looping hook to the body misses from Uesugi. Tyrone Jones does a little dance to reset his feet.#T4# Good standup being displayed there by Tyrone Jones as he connects with a hook. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Tyrone Jones works the jab nicely. Tyrone Jones motions for Uesugi to come forward. Tyrone Jones throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. Uesugi takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him. Uesugi looks to score with a jab to the body but Tyrone Jones is just out of range. It looked like Tyrone Jones wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit. Tyrone Jones looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. Uesugi scores with a body shot.
Uesugi lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head. Uesugi moves out of range of the strikes. Uesugi throws an overhand right that lands on Tyrone Jones's shoulder, as Tyrone Jones tries to avoid the shot. Tyrone Jones throwing a counter right hand but Uesugi manages to avoid it. Uesugi thuds his right hand into Tyrone Jones's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters. Uesugi uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tyrone Jones. Uesugi scores with a shot to the body.
The fighters circle momentarily. Uesugi darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch. Uesugi tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tyrone Jones was well out of range. Poor timing from Uesugi. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Uesugi circles away from the clinch attempt.
Nice defenses there by Uesugi. Uesugi takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt. Tyrone Jones takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away. Uesugi keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tyrone Jones.
And that's the end of the fight! That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Russell Tyrone Jones. Well Tyrone Jones 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 Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 28:29 Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 27:30 Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Kagekatsu Uesugi! Kagekatsu Uesugi managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Aspire Clothing, into his post fight interview. |
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Event:
Syn Cruz jr vs Zulu
Date: Nov 08, 2020 |
#R1# The bell rings for round one and we are underway! Tyrone Jones uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Rock. Wow, both these guys are really going for it! Tyrone Jones misses with a low kick.
Some bone on bone action there as Rock checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one. Rock lets loose with a powerful body kick. Tyrone Jones will feel that in the morning. Tyrone Jones seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.#CL2# Rock clinches. A nice left hand lands by Rock.
Tyrone Jones blocks an uppercut.
Rock lands with a short head shot on the inside. Rock lands a nice uppercut. Rock blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Rock works on Tyrone Jones's body with a couple of short punches.#BC# Tyrone Jones pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Tyrone Jones swats away the attempt to clinch by Rock. Rock throws the left hand but Tyrone Jones avoids the punch easily.#CL2# Rock gets in close and instigates a clinch. Tyrone Jones blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
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! Tyrone Jones has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate. Rock pushes Tyrone Jones back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. Tyrone Jones's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! Rock tries to work over Tyrone Jones's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Rock prevents a body shot from Tyrone Jones. #T1# Rock's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! Tyrone Jones goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Tyrone Jones is trying to break the clinch but Rock has him pressed against the cage. Rock fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tyrone Jones softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage. A head punch on the inside from Tyrone Jones fails to land. Tyrone Jones tries to work over Rock's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Tyrone Jones fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tyrone Jones swings wildly with an uppercut but Rock uses good head movement to avoid it. Rock lands a nice uppercut. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones is leaning against Rock and scores with a nice uppercut to the body. Rock throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Tyrone Joness head. Rock jumps guard but Tyrone Jones turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. Tyrone Jones pushes Rock back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. Rock lands on the inside with an uppercut. Rock blocks an uppercut.
Tyrone Jones misses with a hook from the clinch. Rock is trying to pull guard but Tyrone Jones has him pressed against the cage.#T2# We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Tyrone Jones struggles to land a body shot inside as Rock controls his hands.
Rock's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! Tyrone Jones fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Rock fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Russell Tyrone Jones has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Will Rock.#BC# Tyrone Jones's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Russell Tyrone Jones seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Tyrone Jones thuds his right hand into Rock's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters. Tyrone Jones checks a leg kick nicely. Tyrone Jones throws a jab but it's blocked by Rock. Rock tries to counter with a clinch but Tyrone Jones shakes him off and moves away. Rock uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tyrone Jones.
Rock ducks right into an uppercut from Tyrone Jones. Rock lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise. Rock displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tyrone Jones throws out the jab. Rock wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection. Tyrone Jones cracks Rock with a good jab. A big right from Tyrone Jones misses. Rock tries to close the distance and clinch but Tyrone Jones swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. Tyrone Jones misses with a wild body shot. Tyrone Jones displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Rock throws out the jab. As Rock tries to get set, Tyrone Jones tries to push him back and clinch up but Rock manages to avoid the attempt. Rock misses with a wild combination.
Tyrone Jones looks to throw the jab but Rock is out of range. Rock tries to counter with a clinch but Tyrone Jones shakes him off and moves away.#T3# Tyrone Jones throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Tyrone Jones digs a good hook to Rock's body.
Rock gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there. Tyrone Jones misses with a low kick.
#CL2# Rock moves into the clinch. Rock lands a hook to the side of the head.#BC# Tyrone Jones's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. A big right from Rock misses. Rock scores with a nice head shot. Rock ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Tyrone Jones's corner calls for a 1-2. Tyrone Jones obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. Rock loads up on a big right hand but Tyrone Jones slips the punch. Tyrone Jones half committed to a counter leg kick. Rock feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Tyrone Joness jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist! Tyrone Jones throws a hook to the side of Rock's head but Rock sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Rock just misses with a punch to the body.
Tyrone Jones gets cracked there but stands up to it.
#CL2# Rock gets a clinch. A head punch blocked on the inside by Rock. Rock lands with a left to the head. Tyrone Jones is trying to break the clinch but Rock is controlling him. Rock lands a left hand that snaps the head of Tyrone Jones backwards. #T4# Tyrone Jones lands a hook that snaps the head of Rock backwards. Rock misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tyrone Jones fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tyrone Jones scores with an uppercut up the middle. Rock misses with a body punch.
Tyrone Jones makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut. Tyrone Jones lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Rock backwards. Tyrone Jones lands with a short head shot on the inside. #TD2# Rock gets control of Tyrone Jones's arms and successfully pulls guard. Rock will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back. Rock looking for a sweep. Not yet Rock, not yet. #SUB2# Tyrone Jones got a little sloppy there for a moment and Rock has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Tyrone Jones has managed to get both his arms back between Rock's legs - danger averted. The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now. Tyrone Jones won't allow Rock to sweep him here. Tyrone Jones is stalling in the full guard. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#SUB2# Rock working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Tyrone Jones doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Tyrone Jones manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Will Rock will probably get the nod. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2# Rock listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut. A swing and a miss from Rock. A counter left hand to the body from Tyrone Jones misses its target. Tyrone Jones walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush. Rock scores with the left hand. Tyrone Jones knows he should have avoided that one. Rock moves out of range as Tyrone Jones strikes. Rock jabs at Tyrone Jones's body. Will Rock seems to be getting the better of the standup. Tyrone Jones fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Rock looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath. Tyrone Jones connects with a nice looking jab.
Rock looks to land a body kick but Tyrone Jones moved away. The fighters circling - Rock throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Rock misses with a body shot.
Rock thows a body kick. Tyrone Jones tries to catch it but that hurt him. Tyrone Jones pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Rock moves away from the strike by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. 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! Rock moves out of range of the strikes. Tyrone Jones misses with an uppercut. Rock saw that one coming. Rock misses with a looping right. Rock steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tyrone Jones. Rock staying out of range there.#T1# Tyrone Jones fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Rock on the side of the head. Rock throws a body shot but no joy. A slow jab from Tyrone Jones misses its intended target. Tyrone Jones misses with a hook. Tyrone Jones misses with an uppercut. Rock saw that one coming. A slow jab from Rock misses its intended target. Rock misses with a body shot.
A telegraphed right hand from Tyrone Jones misses the target. Rock lands with an uppercut that bounces Tyrone Jones off the cage and back into range. Tyrone Jones looks to land a right hand but Rock moved out of range. Rock dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Rock moves away from the strike by Tyrone Jones. Rock tries to counter with a clinch but Tyrone Jones shakes him off and moves away. Rock moves away from the strike by Tyrone Jones. Rock throws a shot from downtown. Tyrone Jones moves away and avoids it. A big left from Tyrone Jones misses. Tyrone Jones bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. As Rock tries to get set, Tyrone Jones tries to push him back and clinch up but Rock manages to avoid the attempt. Tyrone Jones thuds his right hand into Rock's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters. Tyrone Jones waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Rock. A big left from Tyrone Jones misses. Rock slips under a jab from Tyrone Jones.#T2# Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Rock misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Tyrone Jones scores with a sloppy right hand. Rock should have avoided that one. Rock feints and then cracks Tyrone Jones's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Tyrone Jones down. Tyrone Jones wants to land a leg kick but Rock is out of range. Tyrone Jones throws a solid leg kick but Rock takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Tyrone Jones. Rock throws a front kick aimed at Tyrone Jones's knee but Tyrone Jones avoids it well. Rock bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Rock fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Tyrone Jones has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage. Some bone on bone action there as Rock checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one. Rock works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance. Rock throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tyrone Jones sees it coming and avoids it easily. Tyrone Jones takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Tyrone Jones fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Rock is out of range. Rock tries to counter by closing the distance. Rock tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Tyrone Jones is able to avoid easily. Rock moves out of range of the strikes. Rock throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Rock swings away with a leg kick that misses. Tyrone Jones misses with an uppercut. Rock saw that one coming. Rock is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch. An inside leg kick from Rock misses. Tyrone Jones scores with a jab to the body.#T3##CL# The fight moves into the clinch position. Tyrone Jones working aggressively here.
Tyrone Jones misses with the head strike.
#BC# Tyrone Jones escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Tyrone Jones keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tyrone Jones looks to land a left hand but Rock moved out of range nicely. Tyrone Jones clobbers Rock with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. Tyrone Jones fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Rock. Rock takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Rock looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Tyrone Jones throws a front kick aimed at Rock's knee but Rock avoids it well. Rock throws a chopping leg kick but Tyrone Jones manages to avoid taking any serious damage. Tyrone Jones keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Rock. Tyrone Jones gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there. Rock tries to clinch but Tyrone Jones moves out of range. Tyrone Jones throws a hook to the side of Rock's head but Rock sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Rock slips under a jab. Tyrone Jones misses with a hook. Rock ducked under it nicely. Rock connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. #T4# This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Tyrone Jones lands with a shot to the body. Rock defending well as Tyrone Jones loads up on a big left hand. Rock throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. Tyrone Jones throws a hook but Rock avoids it easily. Rock moves out of range as Tyrone Jones strikes. Rock keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A telegraphed right hand from Rock misses the target. A slow jab from Rock misses its intended target. Rock wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.#CL# Tyrone Jones has closed the distance and engaged Rock in a clinch.
Tyrone Jones misses with a hook to the ribs.
A head punch on the inside from Tyrone Jones fails to land. Will Rock seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far. Rock blocks an uppercut.
Tyrone Jones blocking some punches.
Tyrone Jones scores with a shoulder strike. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Tyrone Jones works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Rock blocking some punches.
#TD2# Rock jumps into guard, dragging Tyrone Jones to the mat.
Tyrone Jones is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. 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 Russell Tyrone Jones will probably get the nod. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3# A good leg kick by Rock. Rock throws a hook but Tyrone Jones blocks it. Tyrone Jones is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Rock. Rock misses with a straight left. Rock throws out a powerful jab. Tyrone Jones throws a shot from downtown. Rock moves away and avoids it. Rock throws a jab when Tyrone Jones was well out of range. Tyrone Jones throws a body punch but Rock moves out of range. Rock is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch. Rock avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Tyrone Jones throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Rock sees it coming and avoids it easily. Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Tyrone Jones, as that shot connected.
Tyrone Jones throws a shot from downtown. Rock moves away and avoids it. Tyrone Jones keeps the fight on the outside. Rock ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tyrone Jones moves away. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Tyrone Jones tries to move into range but Rock moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand. That kick from Rock tenderised Tyrone Jones's leg. Tyrone Jones is trying to keep his angry face on. Tyrone Jones loads up on a big right hand but Rock slips the punch. Rock tries to counter with a clinch but Tyrone Jones shakes him off and moves away. Tyrone Jones on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Rock. Rock obviously looking to wear him down.
Rock pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Tyrone Jones is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight. Tyrone Jones throws a jab but it's blocked by Rock. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Tyrone Jones is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Rock. #T1##CL# Tyrone Jones fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Rock, pushing him back against the cage. Tyrone Jones tries to work over Rock's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Rock lands a right hand that snaps the head of Tyrone Jones backwards. A hook to the body from Rock.
Tyrone Jones's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! Tyrone Jones misses with the head strike.
Rock scores with a shoulder strike. Rock misses with some punches.
Rock lands a body punch in the clinch. Tyrone Jones working aggressively here.
Rock is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Tyrone Jones to keep the fight standing. Rock fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Rock tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Tyrone Jones smiles and moves away.
Tyrone Jones misses with a low kick.
A slow jab from Rock misses its intended target. Tyrone Jones scores with a jab to the body. Rock staying out of range there. A slow jab from Tyrone Jones misses its intended target. Tyrone Jones is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Rock. #T2# Good work by Rock as he checks the leg kick. 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! Tyrone Jones lands with a nice body punch. Tyrone Jones waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Rock. Rock loads up on a big right hand but Tyrone Jones slips the punch. Tyrone Jones throws out a loose jab but Rock uses good head movement to avoid it. Rock throws a chopping leg kick but Tyrone Jones manages to avoid taking any serious damage. It looked like Tyrone Jones was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Rock. Tyrone Jones ducks under a wild hook from Rock. A jab from Tyrone Jones misses. Rock steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Tyrone Jones. Rock walks into a stiff left hand from Tyrone Jones. Rock lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected. Tyrone Jones throws an overhand right that lands on Rock's shoulder, as Rock tries to avoid the shot. Tyrone Jones fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Rock manages to avoid it. Tyrone Jones throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Tyrone Jones throws an overhand right that lands on Rock's shoulder, as Rock tries to avoid the shot. Tyrone Jones throws a leg kick but Rock sees it coming and moves out of range. Tyrone Jones misses with an uppercut. Tyrone Jones throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Rock cracks a nice hook into Tyrone Jones's ribs. Rock fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.#T3# Rock tries to score with a low kick but Tyrone Jones moves his leg out of the way. Tyrone Jones swings away with a leg kick that misses. Rock uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tyrone Jones. Rock scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent. Tyrone Jones misses with an uppercut. Rock 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. Tyrone Jones is looking to slow Rock down with leg kicks. Rock missing with a left hand there. Tyrone Jones was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Tyrone Jones is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Rock. Rock throws a low kick, looking for Tyrone Jones's leg but Tyrone Jones calmly moves out of range. Tyrone Jones throws out a leg kick but Rock moves out of range and Tyrone Jones only half commits. Rock blocks a jab. Sloppy strikes from Rock. Those never looked like landing. Rock throws a jab when Tyrone Jones was well out of range. A right-left combo lands from Rock. Tyrone Jones fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Rock manages to avoid it. Tyrone Jones pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Tyrone Jones takes a swing at Rock's ribcage but misses. Rock pivots, looking for a leg kick but Tyrone Jones is out of range and Rock settles back down. Rock ducks under a wild hook from Tyrone Jones. A good leg kick by Rock. #T4# Tyrone Jones ducks down and throws a hook to the body. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Tyrone Jones misses with a low kick as Rock jumps back. Rock on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. Tyrone Jones just misses with a punch to the body.
Rock throws a right and a left that both miss. Tyrone Jones lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent. Tyrone Jones misses with a hook. Rock ducked under it nicely. Rock wants to counter the offense by Tyrone Jones and move into the clinch position. Tyrone Jones takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.#CL2# Rock closes the distance and clinches. Tyrone Jones misses with a body punch.
Rock blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Rock can't find room to land a body shot as Tyrone Jones controls the action.
Rock misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Rock lands a hook that snaps the head of Tyrone Jones backwards. Rock misses with a hook from the clinch. Rock blocking some punches.
Tyrone Jones swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Still in the clinch, Tyrone Jones scores with a nice short uppercut.
And that's the end of the fight! I would just about give that final round to Will Rock. I think Rock 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 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 28:29 Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 28:29 Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Will Rock! Will Rock 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. |
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#R1# The bell rings for round one and we are underway! Nice straight punches there by Rhod. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Rhod. Tyrone Jones swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tyrone Jones fails with an attempt to clinch.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it! A big left from Tyrone Jones misses. Tyrone Jones takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it. Rhod is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot. Rhod lands a nice leg kick that just misses Tyrone Jones's sensitive parts. Tyrone Jones lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected. Rhod connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. Tyrone Jones scores with a punch to the head. Tyrone Jones scores with a jab to the jaw. Rhod misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tyrone Jones.
This has been an exciting period of action! A good leg kick by Rhod. Rhod ducks under a wild hook from Tyrone Jones. Rhod throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Rhod bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut. Tyrone Jones misses with a hook. Rhod ducked under it nicely. Rhod wants to land a leg kick but Tyrone Jones is out of range. Tyrone Jones has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout. Tyrone Jones fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Rhod. Rhod staying out of range there. Rhod uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away. Rhod looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight. Rhod slips under a jab from Tyrone Jones. A nice leg kick lands there from Rhod. Rhod tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him. Rhod keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tyrone Jones.#T1# Nice straight punches there by Rhod. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Rhod. A jab from Rhod misses. Tyrone Jones is looking to clinch. Tyrone Jones misses with a wild body shot. Rhod misses with a body kick. Tyrone Jones drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Rhod defends it well. Tyrone Jones throws a leg kick but Rhod checks it. Tyrone Jones tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Rhod paws at him with a jab and circles away. Tyrone Jones throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Both fighters circling a little - Rhod finishes the exchange with a kick to the body. Rudy Rhod is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Tyrone Jones misses with a wild body shot. Rhod looks to land a combination but Tyrone Jones avoids it well. Rhod stuns Tyrone Jones with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range. Rhod 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. Tyrone Jones lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise. Tyrone Jones throws a big shot that misses. Rhod throws the left hand but Tyrone Jones avoids the punch easily. And Tyrone Jones tries to counter it with a takedown but Rhod pushes his down on his head and steps out. Tyrone Jones looks to land a right hand but Rhod moved out of range. A telegraphed right hand from Rhod misses the target. Rhod connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. A looping hook to the body misses from Tyrone Jones. Rhod does a little dance to reset his feet. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Tyrone Jones throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Rhod misses with a straight right. Rhod uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tyrone Jones.#T2# Rhod lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head. Tyrone Jones misses with a low kick. Good standup being displayed there by Rhod as he connects with a hook. Rhod takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
An inside leg kick from Tyrone Jones misses. A low kick lands for Rhod.
Tyrone Jones checks the leg kick nicely there.
Rhod misses the jab. Tyrone Jones thumps Rhod with a low kick. Rhod lands a right hook to the body.
Tyrone Jones checks a leg kick nicely. A big left from Tyrone Jones misses. Rhod lands a nice shot to the body.
Tyrone Jones throws a hook but Rhod blocks it. Rhod throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Tyrone Jones throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tyrone Jones throws a low kick but Rhod moves out of range easily. Tyrone Jones throws out a loose jab but Rhod uses good head movement to avoid it. Rhod slips a jab from Tyrone Jones. Rhod throws a big counter combination but Tyrone Jones scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage. Tyrone Jones moves in looking to clinch but Rhod pushes him off. Rhod scores with a head kick. Tyrone Jones tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time. A low kick lands for Rhod.
Rhod tests Tyrone Jones's chin there with a solid looking shot.#T3# Tyrone Jones throws a body punch but Rhod moves out of range. A lazy left from Tyrone Jones finds it's target. A jab from Rhod misses. Tyrone Jones loads up on a big right hand but Rhod slips the punch. Rhod lands with a shot to the body. Rhod cracks Tyrone Jones with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd. Rhod lands a nice looking body kick. Rhod fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Tyrone Jones. Rhod staying out of range there. Rhod jabs at Tyrone Jones's body. Rhod lands a head shot. Rhod scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Tyrone Jones doesn't seem bothered though. Rhod throws a low kick but it's checked well by Tyrone Jones. Rhod ducks under a wild hook from Tyrone Jones. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Rhod slips under a jab from Tyrone Jones. Rhod tries a low kick but Tyrone Jones avoids it. Rhod dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Rhod scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent. Tyrone Jones throws a low kick but Rhod moves out of range easily. Tyrone Jones misses with a looping left. Tyrone Jones fakes a jab and scores with a low kick. Rhod with the inside leg kick. #T4# Rhod shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down. A nice leg kick lands there from Rhod. Rhod moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination. Tyrone Jones tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Rhod is able to avoid easily. Rhod wants to land a leg kick but Tyrone Jones is out of range. Tyrone Jones changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt. Rhod misses with a wild body shot. A thudding body kick lands there by Tyrone Jones!
Tyrone Jones's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down. Tyrone Jones misses with a straight left. Rhod walks into a straight right hand from Tyrone Jones. An inside leg kick lands from Rhod. Rhod uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tyrone Jones. Rhod misses with a body kick. Rhod takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor. Tyrone Jones dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Tyrone Jones is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Rhod. Tyrone Jones throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land. Tyrone Jones misses with an uppercut. As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action. Rhod misses with an uppercut. Tyrone Jones saw that one coming. Tyrone Jones shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down. Rhod takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away. Tyrone Jones tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Rhod was well out of range. Poor timing from Tyrone Jones. Rhod throws a nice inside leg kick. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Rudy Rhod dominated that round. That's time! Back to the action!#R2# Rhod looks to score with a jab to the body but Tyrone Jones is just out of range. Rhod connects with a nice looking jab.
Rhod looks for the body kick but Tyrone Jones saw that one coming. Rudy Rhod is winning the standup battle so far. Tyrone Jones misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Rhod.
Good exchange - Tyrone Jones coming out on top. Tyrone Jones swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Tyrone Jones throws a leg kick that misses. A little feinted left hand from Rhod on the counter but he doesn't commit to it. Rhod lands a slapping body shot.
Tyrone Jones walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Rhod checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side. A jab from Tyrone Jones misses. Rhod throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. Tyrone Jones with a hook. Rhod sizes up Tyrone Jones with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. Tyrone Jones takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Rhod throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Rhod is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Rhod defends it well. Rhod dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Tyrone Jones. That did some damage! Rhod moves into range and connects with a jab. Tyrone Jones is pinned up against the ropes taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Rhod defending well as Tyrone Jones loads up on a big left hand. Rhod misses the shot to the body. Tyrone Jones misses with a wild body shot. Rhod misses with a body shot.
Rhod is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Tyrone Jones can do to turn this around?#T1# Rhod fakes the leg kick and cracks Tyrone Jones in the body. Rhod ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Tyrone Jones just misses with a punch to the body.
Rhod keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Rhod jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Tyrone Jones on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere. Tyrone Jones will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Tyrone Jones checks a leg kick nicely. Tyrone Jones throws a hook but Rhod blocks it. Rhod uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tyrone Jones. Rhod steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones throws a leg kick but Rhod moved away. Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with eachother but Tyrone Jones might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Rhod has got the better of the exchanges. Rhod has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Tyrone Jones finds it's way round the side to connect with Rhod's head. Tyrone Jones throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Rhod sees it coming and avoids it easily. Tyrone Jones throws out a loose jab but Rhod uses good head movement to avoid it. A left lands for Tyrone Jones. Rhod thuds a left hand into Tyrone Jones's body. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Tyrone Jones pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Rhod swings for the body but Tyrone Jones moves out of range.
Tyrone Jones slips under a jab. Rhod lands with an uppercut that bounces Tyrone Jones off the ropes and back into range. Rhod checks a leg kick. #T2# Tyrone Jones thows a left - swing and a miss! Rhod walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head. Tyrone Jones connects with a looping right hand.
Tyrone Jones swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tyrone Jones scores with a leg kick.
Rhod walks into a stiff left hand from Tyrone Jones. A looping hook to the body misses from Tyrone Jones. Rhod does a little dance to reset his feet. Tyrone Jones takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
A solid leg kick lands there for Rhod.
Tyrone Jones throws a lazy right hand but Rhod sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. It looked like Rhod wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit. A jab from Rhod does it's job there. Tyrone Jones has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye. Rhod scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard. Tyrone Jones scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard. Rhod with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Tyrone Jones takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Tyrone Jones 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. Rhod staying out of range there. Tyrone Jones looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. Rhod bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Tyrone Jones's head. Rhod connects with a single shot there. Tyrone Jones throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Rhod appears to be looking for a big counter. Rhod swings for the body but Tyrone Jones moves out of range.
#T3# Tyrone Jones connects with a right hand. Rhod shakes it off. Tyrone Jones throws a leg kick but Rhod checks it. Rhod with a nice cross. The fighters circling - Tyrone Jones throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Rhod uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Tyrone Jones has time to react. Rhod lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range. Rhod misses the shot to the body. Rhod drops his hands momentarily and Tyrone Jones takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. Rhod's corner calls for a 1-2. Rhod obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. Tyrone Jones takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Rhod ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. A low kick lands for Rhod.
Tyrone Jones cracks Rhod with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the ropes. 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! Rhod throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Rhod uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones takes a swing at Rhod's ribcage but misses. Rhod connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son. Rhod takes one on the button. Tyrone Jones scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent. Rhod scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business. Rhod lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.#T4# An inside leg kick lands from Rhod. A shot to the liver by Rhod. Beautiful body shot. Rhod looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Rhod checks a leg kick. Nice defenses there by Rhod. Rhod lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Tyrone Jones at a distance.
Tyrone Jones throws a leg kick but Rhod moved away. A slapping leg kick lands for Rhod.
Tyrone Jones checks a leg kick nicely. Rhod throws a body kick but he wasn't in range. A solid body kick from Rhod. Rhod lands a jab to the nose. Rhod cracks Tyrone Jones with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business. Rhod steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones throws a low kick but it's checked well by Rhod. Tyrone Jones takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily. As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action. Rhod lunges at Tyrone Jones with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Tyrone Jones's hand. An inside leg kick lands from Rhod. Tyrone Jones thows a left - swing and a miss! Tyrone Jones fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Rhod manages to avoid it. Tyrone Jones looks to score with a jab to the body but Rhod is just out of range. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Rudy Rhod dominated that second round. That's time! Back to the action!#R3# Tyrone Jones uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Rhod.
Tyrone Jones looks to land a left hand but Rhod moved out of range nicely. It looked like Rhod was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Tyrone Jones. A punch lands to the side of Tyrone Jones 's head but he takes it in his stride. Tyrone Jones fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt. Tyrone Jones ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Rhod moves away. Rhod misses with a straight left. Tyrone Jones is pinned up against the ropes taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Tyrone Jones fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Rhod manages to avoid it. Tyrone Jones misses the shot to the body. Nice body punch from Rhod. Rhod slips under a jab from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones misses with a hook. Rhod ducked under it nicely. Rhod uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook. Tyrone Jones ducks under a wild hook from Rhod. Tyrone Jones tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Tyrone Jones works the jab nicely. Tyrone Jones takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Rhod throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Tyrone Jones on the side of the head. Rhod lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise. Jab from Rhod. Tyrone Jones lands a jab. Tyrone Jones attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.#T1# Tyrone Jones keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Rhod moves out of range of the strikes. Rhod throws a nice outside leg kick. Tyrone Jones misses with an uppercut. Rhod saw that one coming. Tyrone Jones takes one on the button.#CL2# Tyrone Jones moves into the clinch successfully.
Tyrone Jones misses with a hook to the ribs.
#BC# Rhod escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Tyrone Jones bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Rhod lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh. Rhod getting the better of the striking in that exchange. Nice defenses there by Rhod. Tyrone Jones ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent. Tyrone Jones throws an overhand right that lands on Rhod's shoulder, as Rhod tries to avoid the shot. Tyrone Jones is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Rhod. Rhod fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones is looking to clinch but Rhod is avoiding it.
Rhod seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter. A looping hook to the body misses from Tyrone Jones. Rhod does a little dance to reset his feet. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Rhod throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Nice body punch from Rhod. Tyrone Jones ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.#T2# Rhod staying out of range there. Rhod lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin. Tyrone Jones moves out of range as Rhod throws a body kick.
Rhod thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Tyrone Jones if he has to take too many more of those.
Tyrone Jones tries to clinch but Rhod moves out of range. Rhod throws a big shot that misses. Tyrone Jones throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Rhod sees it coming and avoids it easily. Rhod bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Rhod appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick. Rhod is looking to land body kicks. Tyrone Jones lands a jab to the head.
A slow jab from Rhod misses its intended target. Rhod misses with a body shot.
Tyrone Jones changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt. Tyrone Jones fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Rhod on the side of the head. Tyrone Jones looks for a takedown but Rhod sprawls well. Rhod uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tyrone Jones. Rhod works Tyrone Jones's body with a nice hook. Rhod looks to score with a jab to the body but Tyrone Jones is just out of range. Tyrone Jones misses with a wild body shot. A low kick lands for Rhod.
Tyrone Jones scores with the left hand. Rhod knows he should have avoided that one. #T3# Rhod thows a left - swing and a miss! Rhod is looking to slow Tyrone Jones down with leg kicks. Rhod lands a head shot. A leg kick checked by Rhod. Rhod uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tyrone Jones.
Rhod throws a jab when Tyrone Jones was well out of range. Rhod ducks under a wild hook from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones ducks down and throws a hook to the body. Tyrone Jones throws a front kick aimed at Rhod's knee but Rhod avoids it well. Rhod throws a hook to the side of Tyrone Jones's head but Tyrone Jones sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Rhod attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin. An inside leg kick from Tyrone Jones misses. Rhod sizes up Tyrone Jones with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. Rhod fakes a jab and scores with a low kick. Rhod with a body punch. A glancing blow. Tyrone Jones scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent. Tyrone Jones thows a left - swing and a miss! Rhod bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Rhod connects with a crisp jab. Tyrone Jones misses with a leg kick. #T4# Tyrone Jones tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target. Rhod scores with a punch to the head. Tyrone Jones thows a left - swing and a miss! Tyrone Jones stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush. Rhod pushes Tyrone Jones away with a front kick. Rhod works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance. A punch lands to the side of Tyrone Jones 's head but he takes it in his stride. A solid leg kick lands there for Rhod.
Tyrone Jones ducks under a wild hook from Rhod. Rhod walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush. Tyrone Jones checks the leg kick. Rhod misses with a body kick. Rhod misses with a straight right. Tyrone Jones looks to land a left hand but Rhod moved out of range nicely. Rhod uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tyrone Jones.
Rhod tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tyrone Jones was well out of range. Poor timing from Rhod. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Tyrone Jones tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target. Rhod with the inside leg kick. Tyrone Jones throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Rhod with a nice calf kick. Rhod scores with a slapping inside leg kick. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Rudy Rhod clearly takes that round. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R4# Tyrone Jones tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him. Tyrone Jones loads up on a big right hand but Rhod slips the punch. Tyrone Jones connects with a body shot. Tyrone Jones avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Rhod takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness. Nice uppercut lands for Rhod. That snapped Tyrone Jones's head back.
Rhod slips a jab from Tyrone Jones. Rhod swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Tyrone Jones misses with a body shot.
It looked like Rhod wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit. Rhod darts in and out, connecting with a jab. Nice straight punches there by Rhod. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Rhod. Tyrone Jones keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Tyrone Jones takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor. Tyrone Jones wants to clinch up but Rhod keeps it at a distance. Rhod looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger. The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#CL2# Tyrone Jones has Rhod up against the ropes in a clinch.
#BC2# Tyrone Jones breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Rhod scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Tyrone Jones doesn't seem bothered though. A swing and a miss from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones takes a swing at Rhod's ribcage but misses. The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Rhod checks a leg kick. #T1# Tyrone Jones shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Rhod defends it nicely. Rhod is looking for a counter combo. Tyrone Jones misses with a straight right. Rhod throws a looping overhand right but Tyrone Jones ducks down to avoid it. Tyrone Jones feints the counter takedown. Tyrone Jones looks to score with a jab to the body but Rhod is just out of range. Tyrone Jones takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor. Tyrone Jones tries to score with a low kick but Rhod moves his leg out of the way.#CL2# Tyrone Jones moves into range and clinches up with Rhod.#BC# Rhod's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Rhod with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Rhod connects with the punch. Jab by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones misses with an uppercut. Rhod saw that one coming. Rhod looks to land a body kick but Tyrone Jones moved away. Rhod throws a good cross that connects.
Rhod is looking to slow Tyrone Jones down with leg kicks. Rhod misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt. Tyrone Jones throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Tyrone Jones has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Rhod. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. A shot to the liver by Rhod. Beautiful body shot.#T2# Tyrone Jones throws a body shot but no joy. Rhod cracks Tyrone Jones with an open hand slap. Rhod throws a right and a left that both miss. Rhod lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt. A slapping body kick lands there for Rhod.#TD2# Tyrone Jones looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Rhod! 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. Tyrone Jones looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Rhod is avoiding damage well.
It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over. Tyrone Jones trying to control the position but Rhod is working away. Sloppy strikes there by Tyrone Jones. Rhod parries the strikes from Tyrone Jones easily there. Tyrone Jones is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Rhod to escape.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#SUB2# Tyrone Jones looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. Tyrone Jones trying to control the action but Rhod is working from the bottom. #T3# Rhod parries the strikes from Tyrone Jones easily there. Tyrone Jones is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Rhod to escape.
An elbow from Tyrone Jones crashes against the mat.
Rhod is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Tyrone Jones off and has taken his back! Tyrone Jones rolls, trying to escape but Rhod keeps control of the position.
Tyrone Jones keeps trying to improve his position. Tyrone Jones looking very determined here, making life difficult for Rhod.
Tyrone Jones wants to control his opponent's hands but Rhod gets his hands free. #T4# Tyrone Jones staying busy and making it hard for Rhod to control. Tyrone Jones trying to control the position but Rhod manages to sink in the hooks. Rhod keeps control of the position as Tyrone Jones tries to break free.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Rhod's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
Rhod keeps control of the position as Tyrone Jones tries to break free.
Tyrone Jones wants to control his opponent's hands but Rhod gets his hands free. Tyrone Jones rolls, trying to escape but Rhod keeps control of the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Rudy Rhod had his way with Russell Tyrone Jones in that round. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R5# Rhod scores with a slapping inside leg kick. Tyrone Jones throws a hook to the side of Rhod's head but Rhod sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Tyrone Jones takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it. That kick from Tyrone Jones tenderised Rhod's leg. Rhod is trying to keep his angry face on. Rhod misses with a looping left. Tyrone Jones on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere. Rhod has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Rhod there as he acknowledges the shot. Rhod scores with a hook to the body. Tyrone Jones takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. Rhod misses with an uppercut. Tyrone Jones saw that one coming. Tyrone Jones throws a body shot but no joy. Tyrone Jones tries to work over Rhod's front leg with a kick but Rhod checks it. Tyrone Jones misses with a wild body shot. Tyrone Jones misses with a straight right. A punch lands to the side of Tyrone Jones 's head but he takes it in his stride. Rhod throws a leg kick which misses Tyrone Jones's front leg but catches the back leg as Tyrone Jones tries to avoid it. Tyrone Jones has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Rhod. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Rhod throws a hook but Tyrone Jones avoids it easily. Rhod turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.#TD2# Tyrone Jones closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Rhod to the mat! Rhod manages to get full guard. Tyrone Jones trying to control but Rhod is working from the bottom. #T1# Tyrone Jones pushing down on Rhod's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. Rhod avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Tyrone Jones. The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves. Rhod avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones wants to lay and pray for a moment but Rhod keeps working. Tyrone Jones stalling. Tyrone Jones uses his free foot to push down on Rhod's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Rhod. Rhod is squirming around, avoiding Tyrone Jones's attempts to control the action. Rhod tries to hold on but Tyrone Jones postures up. Russell Tyrone Jones has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2# Tyrone Jones throwing strikes here but Rhod is writhing around nicely and avoiding any serious damage.
Rhod wants to hold on but Tyrone Jones pushes him away. Tyrone Jones throws some wild stikes that Rhod manages to avoid easily.
#SUB2# Tyrone Jones swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Rhod is now in Tyrone Jones's guard. A big mistake from Tyrone Jones there, giving up the dominant position! #SUB2# Tyrone Jones throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB2# Tyrone Jones is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Tyrone Jones is trying to keep Rhod in close.
Rudy Rhod is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T3##SUB2# Tyrone Jones throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Rhod postures up.
Tyrone Jones tries to land a sweep but no joy. Tyrone Jones bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Rhod's guard. #REVB# Rhod working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan. Tyrone Jones trying to control but Rhod is working from the bottom. #T4# Tyrone Jones postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. Tyrone Jones throws a big elbow that misses. Tyrone Jones missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. Tyrone Jones with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal. Tyrone Jones trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. Tyrone Jones throwing strikes but missing. The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup. Both of our modern day gladiators look out of it here - a gruelling 5 rounds of action taking it's toll on them, no doubt. Tyrone Jones in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet. Nice straight punches there by Rhod. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Rhod. Tyrone Jones throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. Rhod uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones misses the shot to the body. Rhod pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way. A punch lands to the side of Tyrone Jones 's head but he takes it in his stride.
And that's the end of the fight! Russell Tyrone Jones comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I think Rhod 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 49:46 Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 49:46 Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 49:46
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Rudy Rhod! Rudy Rhod is the new lightweight champion! Rudy Rhod decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
Mumu vs Jones
Date: Sep 11, 2020 |
#R1# The bell rings for round one and we are underway! Mumu 3.0 jabs at Tyrone Jones's body. Mumu 3.0 has been working on his boxing with his coaches at The Origin Of Eternity in the buildup to the fight. Mumu 3.0 is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here. This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Mumu 3.0. Good leg kick by Tyrone Jones. Mumu 3.0 throws a body punch but Tyrone Jones moves out of range. Mumu 3.0 scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business. Mumu 3.0 scores with a jab to the body. Mumu 3.0 chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Mumu 3.0 displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tyrone Jones throws out the jab. Tyrone Jones keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Mumu 3.0 slips under a jab from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones moves out of range of the leg kick from Mumu 3.0. Tyrone Jones has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight. Mumu 3.0 throws a push kick but Tyrone Jones slaps the foot to one side. Tyrone Jones tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away. Tyrone Jones rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Mumu 3.0 moves out of range and avoids them all easily. Mumu 3.0 connects with a solid leg kick. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Tyrone Jones just misses with a punch to the body.
Tyrone Jones tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Mumu 3.0 paws at him with a jab and circles away. Some bone on bone action there as Tyrone Jones checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one. A telegraphed right hand from Tyrone Jones misses the target. Mumu 3.0 throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Mumu 3.0 walks into a left hand. Tyrone Jones throws a body punch but Mumu 3.0 moves out of range. A low kick lands for Mumu 3.0.
Tyrone Jones takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Tyrone Jones lands a jab to Mumu 3.0's midsection.#T1# A chopping leg kick lands by Mumu 3.0. #CL2# The fight moves into the clinch position. Tyrone Jones misses with some punches.
Mumu 3.0 wants to get back to striking at distance but Tyrone Jones won't allow it.
#BC# Mumu 3.0 escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
A punch lands to the side of Tyrone Jones 's head but he takes it in his stride. Wow, both these guys are really going for it! Tyrone Jones throws a poor cross that misses
enabling Mumu 3.0 to counter with a crisp jab. Mumu 3.0 keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tyrone Jones tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Mumu 3.0 swivels and escapes. Mumu 3.0 lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range. Tyrone Jones takes one to the side of the head.
Tyrone Jones will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
A looping hook to the body misses from Mumu 3.0. Tyrone Jones does a little dance to reset his feet. Mumu 3.0 misses with a hook. Tyrone Jones ducked under it nicely. Nice uppercut lands for Tyrone Jones. That snapped Mumu 3.0's head back.
Tyrone Jones slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#TD2# Tyrone Jones shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Mumu 3.0 is trying to defend but Tyrone Jones finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further. Tyrone Jones sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Mumu 3.0 defending well though. #T2# Tyrone Jones drops an elbow to the side of Mumu 3.0's head. Tyrone Jones working Mumu 3.0 over with strikes. Mumu 3.0 wants to get back to full guard. Tyrone Jones working the head and body with strikes. Tyrone Jones missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. Tyrone Jones wants to control but Mumu 3.0 is keeping him busy. Mumu 3.0 on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. Tyrone Jones sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Mumu 3.0 defending well though. Tyrone Jones throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. Tyrone Jones wants to free his trapped foot but Mumu 3.0 is holding on for dear life with his legs. Mumu 3.0 wants to get back to full guard. Mumu 3.0 is pressing down on Tyrone Jones's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB# Mumu 3.0 has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Tyrone Jones can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. Tyrone Jones's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T3# Tyrone Jones in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. Tyrone Jones with a flurry of punches that miss. Tyrone Jones wants to control from the top but Mumu 3.0 keeps moving. There's a bit of a scramble here and now Mumu 3.0 is on top in guard.
#REVR# Tyrone Jones trying to keep a closed guard but Mumu 3.0 is proving a slippery customer.
Tyrone Jones keeping full guard, as Mumu 3.0 tries to pass. Tyrone Jones is trying to control the position but Mumu 3.0 postures up. Tyrone Jones has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan. Tyrone Jones seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #SU# Mumu 3.0 stands and steps away. Tyrone Jones gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game. #T4# A slow jab from Mumu 3.0 misses its intended target. Tyrone Jones lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range. Mumu 3.0 misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones misses the shot to the body. Mumu 3.0 misses the jab. Mumu 3.0 throws a body punch but Tyrone Jones moves out of range. A nice leg kick lands there from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones missing with a left hand there. Mumu 3.0 was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Tyrone Jones dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Tyrone Jones looks to throw the jab but Mumu 3.0 is out of range. Tyrone Jones moves out of range of the body kick. Mumu 3.0 throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. Tyrone Jones misses with a straight left. Mumu 3.0 misses with a looping left. Mumu 3.0 bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Tyrone Jones's head. 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! Tyrone Jones takes a swing at Mumu 3.0's ribcage but misses. Tyrone Jones chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Mumu 3.0 misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tyrone Jones.
Mumu 3.0 throws a hook to the side of Tyrone Jones's head but Tyrone Jones sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Mumu 3.0 misses with a straight left. Tyrone Jones tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Mumu 3.0 manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat. 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 Abdel Mumu 3.0 will probably get the nod. That's time! Mumu 3.0's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2# Tyrone Jones getting the better of the striking in that exchange. Tyrone Jones motions for Mumu 3.0 to come forward. Tyrone Jones throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. Tyrone Jones moves out of range of the strikes. Good standup being displayed there by Tyrone Jones as he connects with a hook. Tyrone Jones moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. Abdel Mumu 3.0 is winning the standup battle so far. A solid leg kick lands there for Mumu 3.0.
Mumu 3.0 uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones blocks a low kick nicely. Mumu 3.0 thows a body kick. Tyrone Jones tries to catch it but that hurt him. Tyrone Jones finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Tyrone Jones cracks Mumu 3.0 with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage. Tyrone Jones ducks under a wild hook from Mumu 3.0. Tyrone Jones misses with a straight left. Tyrone Jones throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A nice leg kick from Mumu 3.0, right into the meat of the thigh.
Tyrone Jones swings and misses with a shot to the body and Mumu 3.0 counters with a thumping low kick. Tyrone Jones pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Tyrone Jones lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise. Tyrone Jones throws a right hand that misses
and Mumu 3.0 counters with a straight right hand. Mumu 3.0 avoids the body shot from Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Mumu 3.0 manages to avoid it. Russell Tyrone Jones seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Tyrone Jones moves in looking to clinch but Mumu 3.0 pushes him off.#T1# The crowd cheers as Tyrone Jones lands an impressive looking overhand right. Mumu 3.0 doesn't seem phased though. Mumu 3.0 swats away the attempt to clinch by Tyrone Jones. Mumu 3.0 throws a leg kick that misses. Tyrone Jones's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down. Tyrone Jones throws an off balance right hand
and Mumu 3.0 counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Mumu 3.0 uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Mumu 3.0.
#CL2# Tyrone Jones rushes Mumu 3.0 and presses him up against the cage. With the fighters clinched against the cage, Tyrone Jones creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. A short left from Tyrone Jones. Good body shot from Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones has a couple of punches blocked by Mumu 3.0.
#BC# Mumu 3.0 breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. Tyrone Jones paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button. Tyrone Jones lands with a good body shot. Mumu 3.0 throws a chopping leg kick but Tyrone Jones manages to avoid taking any serious damage. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Mumu 3.0 keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tyrone Jones. An attempted straight right counter from Mumu 3.0 misses the target. A big right from Tyrone Jones misses. Tyrone Jones takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Tyrone Jones ducks right into an uppercut from Mumu 3.0. Tyrone Jones connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt. Mumu 3.0 scores with a leg kick.
#T2# Mumu 3.0 throws a push kick but Tyrone Jones slaps the foot to one side. Tyrone Jones scores with a punch to the head. Tyrone Jones is looking to clinch. Mumu 3.0 uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones blocks a jab. Mumu 3.0 pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Tyrone Jones tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away. Tyrone Jones throws a jab when Mumu 3.0 was well out of range. Mumu 3.0 on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. Mumu 3.0 avoids the body shot from Tyrone Jones.
Mumu 3.0 lands with a thumping leg kick.
Mumu 3.0 cracks Tyrone Jones with an open hand slap. Tyrone Jones tries to clinch but Mumu 3.0 is having none of it. Mumu 3.0 throws a shot from downtown. Tyrone Jones moves away and avoids it. Some bone on bone action there as Tyrone Jones checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one. Mumu 3.0 lands with a thumping leg kick.
Tyrone Jones works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance. Mumu 3.0 uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones swings for the body but Mumu 3.0 moves out of range.
Mumu 3.0 tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tyrone Jones was well out of range. Poor timing from Mumu 3.0. Mumu 3.0 throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#T3# Jab by Mumu 3.0. Tyrone Jones scores with a jab to the head.
Mumu 3.0 swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Mumu 3.0 checks a leg kick. Tyrone Jones fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Mumu 3.0 on the side of the head. Tyrone Jones throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Mumu 3.0 fakes a jab and scores with a low kick. Mumu 3.0 misses with a body shot.
Tyrone Jones throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Mumu 3.0 lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Tyrone Jones at a distance.
Tyrone Jones is looking to clinch. Tyrone Jones takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Tyrone Jones misses with a straight left. Tyrone Jones tests Mumu 3.0's chin there with a solid looking shot. Tyrone Jones misses with a hook. Mumu 3.0 ducked under it nicely. Mumu 3.0 just misses with a punch to the body.
Tyrone Jones is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Mumu 3.0. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. A decent looking body kick lands there for Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Tyrone Jones throws a lazy right hand but Mumu 3.0 sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Tyrone Jones misses with a few strikes there.
#T4# Tyrone Jones misses with a straight right. Mumu 3.0 throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean. Tyrone Jones ducks down and throws a hook to the body. Abdel Mumu 3.0 is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Tyrone Jones misses the shot to the body. Mumu 3.0 misses with an uppercut. Tyrone Jones saw that one coming. Tyrone Jones is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Mumu 3.0. Mumu 3.0 takes a swing at Tyrone Jones's ribcage but misses. Tyrone Jones is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here. Mumu 3.0 moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot. Mumu 3.0 misses with a hook. Tyrone Jones ducked under it nicely. Tyrone Jones connects with a jab. Tyrone Jones loads up on a big right hand but Mumu 3.0 slips the punch. Mumu 3.0 steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tyrone Jones. Mumu 3.0 throws a leg kick that misses. Mumu 3.0 throws a looping overhand right but Tyrone Jones ducks down to avoid it. Mumu 3.0 misses the jab. Mumu 3.0 takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Tyrone Jones connects with an inside leg kick. Mumu 3.0 throws a nice inside leg kick. Mumu 3.0 throws a hook but Tyrone Jones avoids it easily. Tyrone Jones fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Mumu 3.0 connects with the punch. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Russell Tyrone Jones will probably get the nod - 10:9. That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R3# Tyrone Jones stuns Mumu 3.0 with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range. A jab from Tyrone Jones finds it's way through Mumu 3.0's defenses. Tyrone Jones uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Mumu 3.0. Tyrone Jones misses with a hook. Mumu 3.0 ducked under it nicely. Tyrone Jones scores with a shot to the body.
Mumu 3.0 ducks under a wild hook from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones walks forward, straight into a front kick from Mumu 3.0. Mumu 3.0 throws a wild body kick that Tyrone Jones sees coming a mile off. Tyrone Jones tests Mumu 3.0's chin there with a solid looking shot. A telegraphed right hand from Tyrone Jones misses the target. Mumu 3.0 with a hook. Mumu 3.0 lands with a cross. Mumu 3.0 throws a leg kick but Tyrone Jones checks it. Tyrone Jones lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Nice body kick there by Tyrone Jones. A shot to the liver by Mumu 3.0. Beautiful body shot. Tyrone Jones throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tyrone Jones connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Mumu 3.0 momentarily.
Mumu 3.0 lands a jab. Mumu 3.0 is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Mumu 3.0 swivels and escapes.#T1# Tyrone Jones slips a straight right by Mumu 3.0. An inside leg kick from Mumu 3.0 misses. A big right from Tyrone Jones misses. Mumu 3.0 misses the jab. Mumu 3.0 slips a straight right by Tyrone Jones. Mumu 3.0 fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Mumu 3.0 on the side of the head. Tyrone Jones looks to land a left hand but Mumu 3.0 moved out of range nicely. Mumu 3.0 avoids a punch combination nicely.
Mumu 3.0 misses with a looping left. Tyrone Jones blocks a leg kick. Mumu 3.0 slips a jab from Tyrone Jones. As Tyrone Jones backs away, Mumu 3.0 returns fire with a leg kick that just misses. Tyrone Jones scores with a crisp jab that stopped Mumu 3.0 in his tracks. Tyrone Jones looks to land a right hand but Mumu 3.0 moved out of range. Mumu 3.0 ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Mumu 3.0 uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tyrone Jones. Good shot there by Mumu 3.0. Tyrone Jones lands a head shot. Mumu 3.0 throws a low kick, looking for Tyrone Jones's leg but Tyrone Jones calmly moves out of range. Tyrone Jones has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Mumu 3.0.#T2# We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#TD2# Tyrone Jones closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Mumu 3.0 to the mat! Mumu 3.0 manages to get full guard. Tyrone Jones 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. Tyrone Jones tries to free his leg and advance position but Mumu 3.0 is retaining full guard. Mumu 3.0 is trying to keep Tyrone Jones in close.
Mumu 3.0 looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. Tyrone Jones postures up in Mumu 3.0's guard and throws a big left but Mumu 3.0 blocks it. Mumu 3.0 keeping moving, preventing Tyrone Jones from controlling successfully. Tyrone Jones 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. #T3# Tyrone Jones preventing the sweep. Mumu 3.0 pulls Tyrone Jones in close to prevent any damage. Tyrone Jones passes into half guard. Tyrone Jones not doing much here.
Russell Tyrone Jones has got the better of the ground game so far. Mumu 3.0 trying to control from the bottom.
Tyrone Jones throws a strike but Mumu 3.0 avoids it easily and moves to full guard. Tyrone Jones trying to control the position from guard on top but Mumu 3.0 is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T4# A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd. Mumu 3.0 is trying to control the position but Tyrone Jones postures up. Tyrone Jones wants to control from the top but Mumu 3.0 keeps moving. #REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up. Tyrone Jones throws a looping overhand right but Mumu 3.0 ducks down to avoid it. Tyrone Jones connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. Tyrone Jones with a nice calf kick. Tyrone Jones cracks Mumu 3.0 with a right hand to the side of the head. Tyrone Jones swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A decent looking cross lands there for Mumu 3.0. Mumu 3.0 misses with a looping left. Mumu 3.0 throws a leg kick which misses Tyrone Jones's front leg but catches the back leg as Tyrone Jones tries to avoid it. A decent looking body kick lands there for Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Mumu 3.0 paws at him with a jab and circles away. Mumu 3.0 throws a body punch but Tyrone Jones moves out of range. Tyrone Jones ducks down and throws a hook to the body. Tyrone Jones fakes a jab and then connects with a hook. Tyrone Jones looks to throw the jab but Mumu 3.0 is out of range. Tyrone Jones has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Mumu 3.0. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Russell Tyrone Jones really 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.#R4# Mumu 3.0 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. Tyrone Jones listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut. Mumu 3.0 connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. A head kick misses from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones staying out of range there. Mumu 3.0 connects with a jab. Tyrone Jones takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily. Mumu 3.0 blocks a leg kick. Mumu 3.0 is looking to counter punch. Mumu 3.0 throws a leg kick but Tyrone Jones sees it coming and checks it nicely. Mumu 3.0 throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean. Mumu 3.0 pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way. Tyrone Jones is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here. Tyrone Jones throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Tyrone Jones. Mumu 3.0 takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming. Tyrone Jones connects with a single shot there. Tyrone Jones defending well as Mumu 3.0 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! A solid leg kick lands there for Mumu 3.0.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Mumu 3.0 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 Tyrone Jones has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Tyrone Jones and we're back underway with a touch of gloves. Tyrone Jones moves out of range of the body kick. Nice shot lands for Tyrone Jones.#T1# Mumu 3.0 lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Tyrone Jones at a distance.
Nice sprawl there from Mumu 3.0 as Tyrone Jones shoots in. Tyrone Jones throws a shot to the body.
A telegraphed right hand from Tyrone Jones misses the target. Tyrone Jones throws a body shot but no joy. Tyrone Jones loads up on a big right hand but Mumu 3.0 slips the punch. Mumu 3.0 was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger. A telegraphed right hand from Mumu 3.0 misses the target. And Tyrone Jones tries to counter it with a takedown but Mumu 3.0 pushes his down on his head and steps out. Tyrone Jones looks to land a right hand but Mumu 3.0 moved out of range. Tyrone Jones dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Tyrone Jones misses with a straight left. Tyrone Jones takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Mumu 3.0 moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. Mumu 3.0 scores with a jab to the jaw. Mumu 3.0 throws a leg kick but Tyrone Jones checks it. An inside leg kick from Tyrone Jones misses. Tyrone Jones misses with a lunging right hand
and Mumu 3.0 makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range. Mumu 3.0 lands with a thumping leg kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Mumu 3.0 fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Tyrone Jones on the side of the head. Tyrone Jones connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt. Tyrone Jones lands with a hook. Mumu 3.0 tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. #T2# A jab from Tyrone Jones misses. Mumu 3.0 slaps away a takedown attempt from Tyrone Jones, before circling back to the center of the mat. Tyrone Jones takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Mumu 3.0 slips a jab and a cross from Tyrone Jones.
Mumu 3.0 wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection. Tyrone Jones takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily. Mumu 3.0 walks into a stiff left hand from Tyrone Jones. Mumu 3.0 looks for the body kick but Tyrone Jones saw that one coming. Mumu 3.0 tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tyrone Jones was well out of range. Poor timing from Mumu 3.0. Mumu 3.0 avoids a low kick by using good footwork. Tyrone Jones fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Mumu 3.0 manages to avoid it. A shot to the liver by Mumu 3.0. Beautiful body shot. Tyrone Jones throws a half hearted mid kick. Tyrone Jones looks to land a left hand but Mumu 3.0 moved out of range nicely. Mumu 3.0 avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Mumu 3.0 lands an overhand right. Tyrone Jones throws a solid leg kick but Mumu 3.0 takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Tyrone Jones. A looping hook to the body misses from Tyrone Jones. Mumu 3.0 does a little dance to reset his feet.#T3# Tyrone Jones tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. And Mumu 3.0 counters with a quick kick to the body but Tyrone Jones blocks it. Tyrone Jones throws the left hand but Mumu 3.0 avoids the punch easily. Mumu 3.0 moves out of range of the strikes. Mumu 3.0 throws a mid kick that lands with a slap. Tyrone Jones throws a body shot but no joy. Tyrone Jones walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Mumu 3.0 checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side. Tyrone Jones slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range. Mumu 3.0 will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
The fighters circling - Mumu 3.0 throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Nice body kick from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones takes one to the side of the head.
Tyrone Jones jabbing away but nothing is landing. Good leg kick by Mumu 3.0. Mumu 3.0 moves away from the strike by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones closes this distance looking for a takedown but Mumu 3.0 circles away. Abdel Mumu 3.0 has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Russell Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones is looking to clinch but Mumu 3.0 is avoiding it.
Mumu 3.0 bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Tyrone Jones has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye. Mumu 3.0 slips a jab from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #T4# Tyrone Jones takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Mumu 3.0 lands a nice shot to the body.
Mumu 3.0 throws a wild body kick that Tyrone Jones sees coming a mile off. Mumu 3.0 shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. Tyrone Jones stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Mumu 3.0. Mumu 3.0 scores with a decent looking hook. Mumu 3.0 keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tyrone Jones. Mumu 3.0 fires out a quick counter leg kick but Tyrone Jones just manages to avoid it. Mumu 3.0 misses the jab. Mumu 3.0 steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Mumu 3.0. Mumu 3.0 tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target. Mumu 3.0 throws a low kick but Tyrone Jones moves out of range easily. Mumu 3.0 checks the leg kick nicely there.
Mumu 3.0 pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Mumu 3.0 with a nice calf kick. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Mumu 3.0 throws a low kick but it's checked well by Tyrone Jones. Mumu 3.0 moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot. Tyrone Jones will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
The fighters circling - Tyrone Jones throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Mumu 3.0 throws a body shot but no joy. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Abdel Mumu 3.0 had his way with Russell Tyrone Jones in that round. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R5# Tyrone Jones pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Tyrone Jones throws the left hand but Mumu 3.0 avoids the punch easily. Tyrone Jones misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Mumu 3.0.
Mumu 3.0 bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick. Tyrone Jones uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook. Tyrone Jones moves out of range as Mumu 3.0 strikes. Mumu 3.0 uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tyrone Jones. A counter left hand to the body from Mumu 3.0 misses its target. Tyrone Jones takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Mumu 3.0 shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down. Tyrone Jones fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done. Mumu 3.0 takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Mumu 3.0 throws a leg kick but Tyrone Jones sees it coming and checks it nicely. And Tyrone Jones tries to counter it with a takedown but Mumu 3.0 pushes his down on his head and steps out. Tyrone Jones swings away with a leg kick that misses. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Tyrone Jones throws a hook to the side of Mumu 3.0's head but Mumu 3.0 sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Tyrone Jones has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Mumu 3.0. Tyrone Jones missing with a left hand there. Mumu 3.0 was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Tyrone Jones looks to land a left hand but Mumu 3.0 moved out of range nicely. Tyrone Jones motions for Mumu 3.0 to come forward. Tyrone Jones throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. Mumu 3.0 takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming. Tyrone Jones drops his hands momentarily and Mumu 3.0 takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. Tyrone Jones throws a good cross that connects.
#T1# Mumu 3.0 finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Tyrone Jones takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Tyrone Jones scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Mumu 3.0 doesn't seem bothered though. Tyrone Jones throws a hook but Mumu 3.0 blocks it. Mumu 3.0 throws a mid kick that lands with a slap. A chopping leg kick lands by Mumu 3.0. A left lands for Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones is looking to take this fight into the clinch. Tyrone Jones throws out a loose jab but Mumu 3.0 uses good head movement to avoid it. Mumu 3.0 attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin. Tyrone Jones fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Mumu 3.0 manages to avoid it. Tyrone Jones throws a nice looking combination but Mumu 3.0 bobs and weaves to avoid any damage. A telegraphed right hand from Mumu 3.0 misses the target. Mumu 3.0 misses with a low kick. Tyrone Jones takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it. Mumu 3.0 throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Tyrone Jones lands a nice shot that snaps Mumu 3.0's head back.
Tyrone Jones jabbing away but nothing is landing. Mumu 3.0 appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.#T2# The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Tyrone Jones lands a jab. A jab lands there for Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tyrone Jones on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. Tyrone Jones connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Mumu 3.0 momentarily.
Mumu 3.0 lands a nice leg kick that just misses Tyrone Jones's sensitive parts. Mumu 3.0 blocks a leg kick. Tyrone Jones scores with the left hand. Mumu 3.0 knows he should have avoided that one. Mumu 3.0 takes a swing at Tyrone Jones's ribcage but misses. Mumu 3.0 checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time. A slapping body kick lands there for Tyrone Jones. Mumu 3.0 feints and then cracks Tyrone Jones's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Tyrone Jones down. Tyrone Jones tries to score with a low kick but Mumu 3.0 moves his leg out of the way. Tyrone Jones is looking to take this fight into the clinch. Tyrone Jones misses with a body shot.
Tyrone Jones throws a push kick but Mumu 3.0 slaps the foot to one side. An inside leg kick lands from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones tries to clinch up.#T3# Mumu 3.0 throws a quick inside leg kick. Mumu 3.0 throws the left hand but Tyrone Jones avoids the punch easily. Tyrone Jones changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt. Mumu 3.0 scores with a slapping inside leg kick. Mumu 3.0 moves away from the strike by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Mumu 3.0.
Mumu 3.0 takes a shot right to the bread basket. Mumu 3.0 uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones moves out of range as Mumu 3.0 throws a body kick.
Tyrone Jones slips under a jab from Mumu 3.0. Tyrone Jones lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh. Mumu 3.0 scores with a jab to the body. Tyrone Jones lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin. A low kick lands for Mumu 3.0.
A jab from Mumu 3.0 misses. Tyrone Jones pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Mumu 3.0 throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean. Mumu 3.0 blocks a low kick nicely. Mumu 3.0 throwing a counter right hand but Tyrone Jones manages to avoid it. Mumu 3.0 ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent. Tyrone Jones throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. #T4# Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Tyrone Jones swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Mumu 3.0 scores with a jab. Tyrone Jones acknowledges it with a nod of the head. Tyrone Jones throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Mumu 3.0 stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly. Mumu 3.0 with a nice calf kick. Tyrone Jones bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Mumu 3.0's head backwards. Mumu 3.0 misses with a kick to the body.
Mumu 3.0 moves away from the strike by Tyrone Jones. A looping hook to the body misses from Mumu 3.0. Tyrone Jones does a little dance to reset his feet. Mumu 3.0 misses with a low kick. Good leg kick by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones just misses with a punch to the body.
Mumu 3.0 throws a nice inside leg kick. Mumu 3.0 shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. Mumu 3.0 misses with a looping right. Tyrone Jones connects with a leg kick. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Tyrone Jones swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. A bone on bone clash there as Tyrone Jones blocks the leg kick.
Tyrone Jones scores with a shot to the body.
A jab from Tyrone Jones misses. Mumu 3.0 half committed to a counter leg kick.
And that's the end of the fight! Russell Tyrone Jones comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. Well Tyrone Jones 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 47:48 Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 46:49 Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 47:48
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Russell Tyrone Jones! Russell Tyrone Jones is the new lightweight champion! A very excited looking Russell Tyrone Jones 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. |
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Date: Aug 16, 2020 |
#R1# The bell rings for round one and we are underway! Tyrone Jones tries to score a power double leg takedown but Gusmao sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Tyrone Jones somewhat. Tyrone Jones darts in and out, connecting with a jab. Tyrone Jones misses with a looping right.#CL2# The fight moves into the clinch position. Tyrone Jones has a couple of punches blocked by Gusmao.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Gusmao creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. Gusmao blocks an uppercut.
Gusmao blocks a body shot from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Gusmao throws an elbow but it misses.
A nice right hand lands inside from Tyrone Jones. A head punch blocked on the inside by Gusmao. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Tyrone Jones tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Gusmao told us before the fight that he's been working on his elbows. An under utilised technique these days - let's see if it can sway the outcome of the fight. Tyrone Jones misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Gusmao struggles to land a body shot inside as Tyrone Jones controls his hands.
Still in the clinch, Gusmao scores with a nice short uppercut. Gusmao blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Gusmao blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Gusmao. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Tyrone Jones swings wildly with an uppercut but Gusmao uses good head movement to avoid it. #T1# Tyrone Jones is working Gusmao over against the cage. Gusmao tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Tyrone Jones tries to work over Gusmao's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Gusmao lands a shoulder strike. Gusmao misses with a hook from the clinch. Gusmao has a couple of punches blocked by Tyrone Jones.
A right handed body shot lands from Tyrone Jones.
A body shot lands from Gusmao.
Tyrone Jones avoids a wild elbow strike from Gusmao. I was talking to Tyrone Jones's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight. Gusmao tries to work over Tyrone Jones's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC# Tyrone Jones breaks the clinch.
Gusmao pivots, looking for a leg kick but Tyrone Jones is out of range and Gusmao settles back down. Gusmao throws a body punch but Tyrone Jones moves out of range. Wow, both these guys are really going for it! Tyrone Jones tries to work over Gusmao's front leg with a kick but Gusmao checks it. Nice cross by Tyrone Jones. Gusmao moves out of range of the strikes. Tyrone Jones ducks down and throws a hook to the body. Tyrone Jones ducks under a wild hook from Gusmao. Tyrone Jones misses with a few strikes there.
Tyrone Jones throws a jab but it's blocked by Gusmao. Gusmao wants to counter the offense by Tyrone Jones and move into the clinch position. Gusmao takes a swing at Tyrone Jones's ribcage but misses. #T2# This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Nice shot by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Gusmao. Tyrone Jones checks a low kick from Gusmao. Tyrone Jones is looking to chop away at Gusmao's legs. #CL2# Gusmao closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. Tyrone Jones misses with the head strike.
Gusmao's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! Tyrone Jones lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. Gusmao lands an elbow that stopped Tyrone Jones in his tracks for a moment. #CUT2#It looks like Russell Tyrone Jones has been cut. Gusmao throws an elbow but it misses.
Tyrone Jones working aggressively here.
Tyrone Jones working hard to break the clinch. Gusmao throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Nice body punch from Tyrone Jones - that landed with a thud.
Gusmao lands a hook to the side of the head. A head punch blocked on the inside by Gusmao. Gusmao misses with an elbow over the top. Gusmao misses with a hook to the ribs.
Gusmao tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tyrone Jones's elbow. Gusmao looks to throw an elbow but misses. Gusmao struggles to land a body shot inside as Tyrone Jones controls his hands.
Tyrone Jones prevents a body shot from Gusmao. #T3# Tyrone Jones tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Gusmao's elbow. A quick uppercut on the inside from Gusmao. Gusmao working some nice short punches in the clinch. Tyrone Jones is trying to break free. A short right from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones lands with a short head shot on the inside. A short left from Gusmao. Gusmao digs a right hand into Tyrone Jones's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Tyrone Jones's gas tank. Tyrone Jones lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Gusmao backwards. #TD# Tyrone Jones works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Tyrone Jones stops Gusmao from standing up. Tyrone Jones trying to control but Gusmao is working from the bottom. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Gusmao wants to stand but Tyrone Jones is controlling the position. Gusmao is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.#T4# Tyrone Jones lands a couple of decent looking shots. Gusmao is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Tyrone Jones is controlling him. Tyrone Jones sitting in guard, not really doing much. #REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up. Gusmao avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Tyrone Jones throws a nice looking combination but Gusmao bobs and weaves to avoid any damage. Gusmao 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. Gusmao lands a nice leg kick that just misses Tyrone Jones's sensitive parts. Tyrone Jones scores with a shot to the body.
Gusmao ducks under a wild hook from Tyrone Jones. Gusmao is looking to take this fight into the clinch. Russell Tyrone Jones seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Tyrone Jones with the inside leg kick. Gusmao walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Tyrone Jones checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side. Gusmao throws out a loose jab but Tyrone Jones uses good head movement to avoid it. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. A jab from Gusmao misses. 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 Russell Tyrone Jones will probably get the nod. The cut man is working on Russell Tyrone Jones's cut. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2# Tyrone Jones misses with a kick to the body.
Gusmao is looking to clinch but Tyrone Jones is avoiding it.
Gusmao moves in looking to clinch but Tyrone Jones pushes him off. Gusmao keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tyrone Jones. Gusmao is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch. Tyrone Jones moves away from the strike by Gusmao. Gusmao takes a swing at Tyrone Jones's ribcage but misses. A nice inside leg kick there by Tyrone Jones. That's going to slow Gusmao down. Tyrone Jones missing with a left hand there. Gusmao was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Gusmao moves away from the strike by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Gusmao. Tyrone Jones looks to throw the jab but Gusmao is out of range. Tyrone Jones jabbing away but nothing is landing. Gusmao lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise. Russell Tyrone Jones is winning the standup battle so far. The fighters circling - Gusmao throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Gusmao connects with a solid leg kick. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. The fight stays on the outside here - Gusmao looks like he's thinking about clinching though. Tyrone Jones throws a series of punches but Gusmao moves out of range. Gusmao steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tyrone Jones. Gusmao is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch. Tyrone Jones connects with a leg kick. Gusmao looks to throw the jab but Tyrone Jones is out of range. #T1# Tyrone Jones waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Gusmao. Gusmao takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch. Nice defenses there by Gusmao. Tyrone Jones throws a right hand that Gusmao ducks under and follows up with a left that Gusmao also avoids with ease. Gusmao throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Gusmao slips under a jab from Tyrone Jones. Gusmao looks to score with a jab to the body but Tyrone Jones is just out of range. Tyrone Jones feinted with a counter takedown. Tyrone Jones throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Tyrone Jones lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range. Gusmao looks to throw the jab but Tyrone Jones is out of range. Gusmao takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Tyrone Jones lands a right hook to the body.
Gusmao feints and then cracks Tyrone Jones's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Tyrone Jones down. Gusmao tries to clinch but Tyrone Jones moves out of range. Gusmao works Tyrone Jones's body with a nice hook. Tyrone Jones throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Gusmao steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tyrone Jones lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Gusmao avoids the body shot from Tyrone Jones.
A looping hook to the body misses from Gusmao. Tyrone Jones does a little dance to reset his feet. Tyrone Jones scores with a hook. Henrique Gusmao is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T2# Tyrone Jones misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Gusmao.
Tyrone Jones throws a right hand that Gusmao ducks under and follows up with a left that Gusmao also avoids with ease. Gusmao is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch. Tyrone Jones misses with a hook. The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Gusmao checks a leg kick. A jab from Tyrone Jones finds it's way through Gusmao's defenses. Jab, jab by Gusmao - just one landing. Tyrone Jones throws a wild body kick that Gusmao sees coming a mile off. Gusmao scores with a slapping inside leg kick. Gusmao avoids the body shot from Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent. Gusmao ducks under a wild hook from Tyrone Jones. Gusmao throws a nice outside leg kick. Nice defenses there by Tyrone Jones. Gusmao has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Tyrone Jones. Gusmao is looking to take this fight into the clinch. Tyrone Jones moves out of range of the strikes. Gusmao staying out of range there. Gusmao wants to counter with a clinch but Tyrone Jones pushes him away. Tyrone Jones jabbing away but nothing is landing. A solid leg kick lands there for Gusmao.
Tyrone Jones is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Gusmao can do to turn this around? Gusmao is looking to slow Tyrone Jones down with leg kicks. #T3# A slapping leg kick lands for Gusmao.
Gusmao tries to clinch but Tyrone Jones moves out of range. Gusmao throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Gusmao tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. Gusmao throws a chopping leg kick but Tyrone Jones manages to avoid taking any serious damage. Gusmao cracks Tyrone Jones with an open hand slap. Tyrone Jones is looking to land body kicks. Gusmao ducks under a wild hook from Tyrone Jones. A looping hook to the body misses from Tyrone Jones. Gusmao does a little dance to reset his feet. Tyrone Jones ducks under a wild hook from Gusmao. A telegraphed right hand from Gusmao misses the target. Tyrone Jones throws a body shot but no joy. Gusmao throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean. Gusmao just misses with a punch to the body.
Tyrone Jones's jab looks to have found its range, popping Gusmao under the eye. Gusmao wants to clinch up but Tyrone Jones keeps it at a distance. A nice inside leg kick there by Tyrone Jones. That's going to slow Gusmao down. Tyrone Jones misses with a hook. Gusmao ducked under it nicely. Gusmao throws a head kick that misses. Tyrone Jones waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Gusmao.#T4# Tyrone Jones throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Gusmao sees it coming and avoids it easily. Tyrone Jones takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
#CL2# Gusmao closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Gusmao misses with a hook from the clinch. Gusmao prevents the takedown attempt.
#BC# Tyrone Jones pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Gusmao chopping away at his opponent's legs.
A head kick from Gusmao lands but Tyrone Jones takes it in his stride. Tyrone Jones wants to land a leg kick but Gusmao is out of range. Tyrone Jones thows a left - swing and a miss! Gusmao lands a lovely overhand right. Gusmao throws a push kick but Tyrone Jones slaps the foot to one side. Tyrone Jones is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Gusmao. Gusmao misses with an uppercut. Gusmao fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Tyrone Jones. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Gusmao takes one to the side of the head.
Tyrone Jones is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight. Tyrone Jones throws an overhand right that lands on Gusmao's shoulder, as Gusmao tries to avoid the shot. Tyrone Jones slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range. Tyrone Jones throws a shot from downtown. Gusmao moves away and avoids it. Gusmao steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Tyrone Jones. Gusmao ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tyrone Jones moves away. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Russell Tyrone Jones dominated that second round. The cut man is working on Russell Tyrone Jones's cut. That's time! Back to the action! And we move into the final round!#R3# Gusmao lands a nice leg kick that just misses Tyrone Jones's sensitive parts. Gusmao connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Tyrone Jones momentarily.
Tyrone Jones lands a nice shot that snaps Gusmao's head back.
Tyrone Jones lands a really nice looking cross but Gusmao seems unphased.
Gusmao connects with a body shot. Tyrone Jones takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Tyrone Jones darts in looking for a takedown but Gusmao gets double underhooks and turns Tyrone Jones into the cage. Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Gusmao. Tyrone Jones throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tyrone Jones has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Gusmao. Gusmao cracks Tyrone Jones with an open hand slap.#CL2# Gusmao rushes Tyrone Jones and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch. Tyrone Jones lands a body punch in the clinch. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Gusmao has a couple of punches blocked by Tyrone Jones.
#BC# Tyrone Jones breaks the clinch.
Tyrone Jones dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Gusmao fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tyrone Jones manages to avoid it. Gusmao takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Tyrone Jones just misses with a punch to the body.
Gusmao avoids the body shot from Tyrone Jones.
Gusmao is looking to score with low kicks.#T1# Tyrone Jones lands with a shot to the body. Tyrone Jones checks a leg kick nicely. Tyrone Jones slips a jab from Gusmao. Gusmao avoids a kick to the body.
Gusmao avoids the body shot from Tyrone Jones.
Gusmao is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch. Tyrone Jones tried to score with a low kick but Gusmao checks it. Tyrone Jones swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Gusmao. Gusmao is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tyrone Jones. Gusmao has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Tyrone Jones. Gusmao buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Tyrone Jones misses with a straight left. A big left from Tyrone Jones misses. Gusmao throws a leg kick but Tyrone Jones sees it coming and checks it nicely. Tyrone Jones gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Gusmao. Gusmao checks a leg kick nicely. A jab from Tyrone Jones misses. Gusmao tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tyrone Jones was well out of range. Poor timing from Gusmao. Tyrone Jones just misses with a punch to the body.
Tyrone Jones scores with a jab to the head.
Henrique Gusmao has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2# Gusmao tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Tyrone Jones manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat. Tyrone Jones ducks under a wild hook from Gusmao. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Gusmao cracks Tyrone Jones with an open hand slap. Gusmao throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Gusmao throws a hook but Tyrone Jones blocks it. Tyrone Jones tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him. Gusmao wants to clinch up but Tyrone Jones keeps it at a distance. Tyrone Jones throws a right hand that Gusmao ducks under and follows up with a left that Gusmao also avoids with ease. Tyrone Jones looks to score with a jab to the body but Gusmao is just out of range. Gusmao is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot. Gusmao tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Tyrone Jones paws at him with a jab and circles away. Gusmao lands a nice shot that snaps Tyrone Jones's head back.
Gusmao blocks a head kick by Tyrone Jones.
Gusmao throws a body kick that misses. Tyrone Jones works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance. Tyrone Jones ducks down and throws a hook to the body. Tyrone Jones throws a jab when Gusmao was well out of range. Gusmao tries to close the distance and clinch but Tyrone Jones swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. Tyrone Jones misses with a wild body shot. #T3##TD# Tyrone Jones closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Gusmao to the mat! Gusmao manages to get full guard. Gusmao throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
Tyrone Jones trying to control the position from guard on top but Gusmao is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Tyrone Jones landing with the ground and pound. Tyrone Jones won't allow Gusmao to get back to his feet. #ES2# Gusmao pushes Tyrone Jones off and gets back to his feet.
A nice leg kick from Tyrone Jones, right into the meat of the thigh.
Gusmao lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise. Gusmao cracks Tyrone Jones with a good jab. Tyrone Jones scores with a decent looking hook. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Gusmao throws out a loose jab but Tyrone Jones uses good head movement to avoid it. A nice inside leg kick there by Gusmao. That's going to slow Tyrone Jones down. Gusmao goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. Tyrone Jones uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook. Gusmao on the wrong end of a nice hook.#T4# Tyrone Jones displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Gusmao throws out the jab. Good leg kick by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones scores with a leg kick.
Tyrone Jones fakes a jab and scores with a low kick. Tyrone Jones lands with a kick to the ribs.
Tyrone Jones swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Gusmao misses with a body shot.
Tyrone Jones slips under a jab from Gusmao. Tyrone Jones misses with a low kick as Gusmao jumps back. Tyrone Jones with the inside leg kick. Gusmao drops his hands momentarily and Tyrone Jones takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. Tyrone Jones takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh. A solid leg kick lands there for Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard. Gusmao displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tyrone Jones throws out the jab. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Gusmao lands a glancing blow to the side of Tyrone Jones's head. Tyrone Jones takes a swing at Gusmao's ribcage but misses. Tyrone Jones sets himself, and Gusmao steps forward looking for the clinch! Tyrone Jones avoids it this time. Gusmao throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. Gusmao misses the shot to the body.
And that's the end of the fight! That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Russell Tyrone Jones. Well I reckon that's a shut out for Tyrone Jones, 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 Don Winkell scores the fight 30:27 Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 30:27 Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 30:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Russell Tyrone Jones! Russell Tyrone Jones bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it. |
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CFC 432
Date: Jul 25, 2020 |
#R1# The bell rings for round one and we are underway! Tyrone Jones sizes up Savitaipale with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. Savitaipale slips a jab and a cross from Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones lands a lovely overhand right. Tyrone Jones fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Savitaipale. Savitaipale looks to score with a combo but nothing lands. Tyrone Jones throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Savitaipale stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly. Russell Tyrone Jones seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Tyrone Jones staying out of range there. Tyrone Jones steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Savitaipale. Savitaipale swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A telegraphed right hand from Savitaipale misses the target. Tyrone Jones cracks Savitaipale with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd. Tyrone Jones lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head. Savitaipale tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Tyrone Jones swivels and escapes. Tyrone Jones lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin. This has been an exciting period of action! Tyrone Jones connects with a nice looking jab.
Tyrone Jones throws a body shot but no joy. Savitaipale throwing a counter right hand but Tyrone Jones manages to avoid it. Tyrone Jones lands a jab to the nose. A looping hook to the body misses from Savitaipale. Tyrone Jones does a little dance to reset his feet. Savitaipale lands a nice shot that snaps Tyrone Jones's head back.
Tyrone Jones tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Savitaipale was well out of range. Poor timing from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones throws a leg kick which misses Savitaipale's front leg but catches the back leg as Savitaipale tries to avoid it. Tyrone Jones fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Savitaipale. Tyrone Jones has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout. Tyrone Jones lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Savitaipale at a distance.
Tyrone Jones works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.#T1# Savitaipale keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tyrone Jones is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Savitaipale had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.#CL2# Tyrone Jones has Savitaipale up against the cage in a clinch.
A nice right hand lands inside from Savitaipale. Savitaipale lands with a left to the head. Savitaipale lands on the inside with an uppercut. Savitaipale misses with a knee strike.
Savitaipale prevents a body shot from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones throws a punch but it's blocked by Savitaipale. Tyrone Jones misses with a short punch on the inside. Savitaipale lands a shoulder strike. #TD# Savitaipale tightens his grip and picks Tyrone Jones up, before dumping him to the ground. Tyrone Jones manages to land in guard. Tyrone Jones controlling Savitaipale's posture. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground! Tyrone Jones tries to land a sweep but no joy. Savitaipale wants to pass the guard but Tyrone Jones is keeping the position. Savitaipale lands a couple of digs.#T2# Tyrone Jones looking to hit a scissor sweep but Savitaipale is one step ahead there. Tyrone Jones pulls Savitaipale in close to his closed guard and prevents Savitaipale from doing any damage or advancing position. Savitaipale trying to control the position from guard on top but Tyrone Jones is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Tyrone Jones pulls Savitaipale in close to prevent any damage. Savitaipale landing with the ground and pound. Tyrone Jones pulls Savitaipale in close to prevent any damage. Tyrone Jones looking to hit a scissor sweep but Savitaipale is one step ahead there. Savitaipale throws a big right hand that misses. Tyrone Jones pulls Savitaipale in to control the position. #T3# The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily. Tyrone Jones is continuing to stall. Savitaipale throwing strikes from guard but Tyrone Jones blocks nicely. Savitaipale stands up over Tyrone Jones, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. Savitaipale being controlled here momentarily. Tyrone Jones tries to land a sweep but no joy. A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Savitaipale accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. Savitaipale has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission. Tyrone Jones utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. Savitaipale keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Tyrone Jones's head. Savitaipale stands up over Tyrone Jones, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. Tyrone Jones is trying to keep Savitaipale in close.
Savitaipale trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. Tyrone Jones bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Savitaipale's guard. #REVB# Tyrone Jones is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4# Savitaipale wants to sweep here but Tyrone Jones controlling him for the moment. Tyrone Jones pushes down on Savitaipale's leg and manages to get into half guard. The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Tyrone Jones prevents Savitaipale from improving his position. Tyrone Jones wants to control but Savitaipale is keeping him busy. Tyrone Jones prevents Savitaipale from improving his position. Well, if Tyrone Jones 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.
A close round but Russell Tyrone Jones will probably get the nod. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2##CL2# Tyrone Jones gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here. Tyrone Jones blocks an uppercut.
Tyrone Jones tries to throw a body punch but Savitaipale avoids it by throwing Tyrone Jones back against the cage. A short body shot lands from Savitaipale as the two fighters clinch.
Savitaipale misses with a punch on the inside.
Savitaipale's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! Tyrone Jones swings wildly with an uppercut but Savitaipale uses good head movement to avoid it. Savitaipale blocks an uppercut.
Tyrone Jones has a couple of punches blocked by Savitaipale.
Savitaipale misses with some punches.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Savitaipale. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. A short left from Savitaipale. #BC# Savitaipale breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Tyrone Jones waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Savitaipale. Tyrone Jones tests Savitaipale's chin there with a solid looking shot. Tyrone Jones digs a good hook to Savitaipale's body.
Savitaipale takes one to the side of the head.
#T1# Savitaipale scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one. Russell Tyrone Jones is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. A big left from Savitaipale misses. #CL# Savitaipale moves into range and clinches up with Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones throws a head punch that misses. Savitaipale jumps guard but Tyrone Jones turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. Savitaipale throws a head punch that misses. Savitaipale misses with a body punch.
#BC# Savitaipale pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Tyrone Jones lands a jab to Savitaipale's midsection. Tyrone Jones throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Savitaipale jabs at Tyrone Jones's body. Savitaipale has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Tyrone Jones. An inside leg kick lands from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones getting the better of the striking in that exchange. Tyrone Jones just misses with a punch to the body.
A slow jab from Savitaipale misses its intended target. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Savitaipale scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.#CUT#It looks like Russell Tyrone Jones has been cut. Savitaipale takes one to the side of the head.
#CL# Tyrone Jones tries to keep at a distance but Savitaipale has taken the fight into the clinch. Tyrone Jones blocks an elbow strike from Savitaipale.
#T2# Tyrone Jones working aggressively here.
Atte Savitaipale has scored more points in the clinch so far. Tyrone Jones swings wildly with an uppercut but Savitaipale uses good head movement to avoid it. Tyrone Jones misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tyrone Jones tries to throw a body punch but Savitaipale avoids it by throwing Tyrone Jones back against the cage. #TD# Savitaipale has hold of one of Tyrone Jones's legs. Tyrone Jones is fighting the takedown attempt but Savitaipale gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard. Savitaipale postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Tyrone Jones holds on and takes a little breather. Savitaipale trying to control but Tyrone Jones is working from the bottom. Hammerfist, elbow! yells Savitaipale's corner. There ya go! There ya go! Savitaipale working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Tyrone Jones's head. Tyrone Jones is adopting a defensive guard. Tyrone Jones utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. Savitaipale postures up in Tyrone Jones's guard and throws a big left but Tyrone Jones blocks it. Tyrone Jones looking for a sweep. Not yet Tyrone Jones, not yet. #T3# Savitaipale stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Tyrone Jones swivels though and keeps the full guard. Savitaipale is fighting to break Tyrone Jones's control of his arms but Tyrone Jones is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment. Savitaipale won't allow Tyrone Jones to sweep him here. Tyrone Jones is trying to keep Savitaipale in close.
Savitaipale chips away with some ground and pound. Tyrone Jones looking to sweep here. No luck so far. Savitaipale is fighting to break Tyrone Jones's control of his arms but Tyrone Jones is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment. Atte Savitaipale overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. Savitaipale working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. Tyrone Jones avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. Savitaipale throwing strikes but missing. Savitaipale preventing the sweep. Savitaipale distracts Tyrone Jones with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm. Tyrone Jones controlling the position.#T4# Tyrone Jones 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. Savitaipale wants to pass the guard but Tyrone Jones is keeping the position. Savitaipale throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Tyrone Jones works some decent striking defense from the bottom. Tyrone Jones controls Savitaipale momentarily but Savitaipale frees himself. A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Tyrone Jones holds on and takes a little breather. Savitaipale throws a big elbow that misses. Savitaipale missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. Tyrone Jones wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. Tyrone Jones wants to sweep here but Savitaipale controlling him for the moment. Savitaipale with a flurry of punches that miss. Tyrone Jones has Savitaipale pulled in close to control his posture. Savitaipale postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. Savitaipale trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Atte Savitaipale will probably get the nod. The cut man is working on Russell Tyrone Jones's cut. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R3# Tyrone Jones moves out of range of the strikes. Savitaipale swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Wow, both these guys are really going for it! A left lands for Savitaipale. Tyrone Jones throws a leg kick that misses. Tyrone Jones throws a quick inside leg kick. Tyrone Jones catches Savitaipale with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!#CL# Savitaipale clinches up with Tyrone Jones and pushes him back against the cage. Tyrone Jones working aggressively here.
Tyrone Jones scores with a shoulder strike. Savitaipale works on Tyrone Jones's body with a couple of short punches. Savitaipale fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tyrone Jones takes a knee to the side of the body. Savitaipale lands a body punch in the clinch. Savitaipale lands with a short head shot on the inside. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Savitaipale tries a body shot but Tyrone Jones blocks it.
Tyrone Jones takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A shot in the inside from Savitaipale. Savitaipale has a couple of punches blocked by Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Savitaipale's elbow. Tyrone Jones tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Savitaipale's elbow. #T1##BC# Savitaipale's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Tyrone Jones blocks a jab.#CL# Savitaipale darts in and clinches Tyrone Jones up against the cage. Tyrone Jones misses with a hook from the clinch. Tyrone Jones working some nice short punches in the clinch. Savitaipale working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. Savitaipale lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Tyrone Jones backwards. Savitaipale throws a punch but it's blocked by Tyrone Jones. Savitaipale goes for a takedown attempt but Tyrone Jones pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Savitaipale on the wrong end of a nice hook. Savitaipale cracks Tyrone Jones with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd. Savitaipale throws the left hand but Tyrone Jones avoids the punch easily. Tyrone Jones uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Savitaipale.#CL# Savitaipale closes the distance and clinches. Tyrone Jones has a couple of punches blocked by Savitaipale.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Tyrone Jones scores with a shoulder strike. Tyrone Jones tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Savitaipale lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. #T2# An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones lands on the inside with an uppercut. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tyrone Jones. Savitaipale blocking some punches.
Savitaipale tries to pull guard but Tyrone Jones won't allow it.
Tyrone Jones tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Savitaipale misses with the head strike.
Tyrone Jones scores with a shot to the side of Savitaipale's head. Savitaipale lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Tyrone Jones backwards. Tyrone Jones lands a hook to the side of the head. A right hook to the body lands for Savitaipale.
Savitaipale blocking some punches.
Savitaipale lands with a short shot to the head. Savitaipale tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Tyrone Jones lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. Tyrone Jones throws a head punch that misses. Savitaipale lands a body shot. Nice body punch from Savitaipale. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones takes a shot to the head. #T3# Savitaipale tries to throw a body punch but Tyrone Jones avoids it by throwing Savitaipale back against the cage. Tyrone Jones misses with a short punch on the inside. #BC# Savitaipale breaks from the clinch.
Savitaipale cracks Tyrone Jones with a good jab. Savitaipale lands with a straight right. Tyrone Jones didn't see that one coming. Savitaipale shoots in looking for a takedown. Tyrone Jones tries to sprawl out of it but Savitaipale keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Tyrone Jones manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Atte Savitaipale. That's going to take a lot out of him. Tyrone Jones throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tyrone Jones changes levels and scores with a jab to the body. Savitaipale dips to his left and cracks Tyrone Jones with an uppercut! Tyrone Jones uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Savitaipale. The crowd cheers as Tyrone Jones lands an impressive looking overhand right. Savitaipale doesn't seem phased though. Good leg kick by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Savitaipale. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Savitaipale slips under a jab. Tyrone Jones buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Tyrone Jones throws a lazy right hand but Savitaipale sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#T4# Savitaipale throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Tyrone Jones lands a body shot.
Savitaipale is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all. A bone on bone clash there as Savitaipale blocks the leg kick.
Decent striking displayed by Tyrone Jones there. Savitaipale shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Tyrone Jones defends it nicely.#CL# Savitaipale clinches with his opponent.
Savitaipale lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. Savitaipale is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Tyrone Jones is defending well. Savitaipale can't find room to land a body shot as Tyrone Jones controls the action.
Savitaipale misses with a hook to the ribs.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Savitaipale blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A short right from Savitaipale on the inside. Savitaipale lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. Tyrone Jones misses with a short punch on the inside. Tyrone Jones misses with a short punch on the inside. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Atte Savitaipale clearly takes that round. The cut man is working on Russell Tyrone Jones's cut. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R4# Savitaipale throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones jabs Savitaipale to the body, keeping him at a distance. Savitaipale moves out of range of the strikes. Tyrone Jones's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Savitaipale connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Tyrone Jones scrambles back to his feet.#CL# Savitaipale pushes Tyrone Jones up against the cage in a clinch. Tyrone Jones lands with a right to the head. Savitaipale blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tyrone Jones struggles to land a body shot inside as Savitaipale controls his hands.
Savitaipale misses with a punch to the body.
Savitaipale is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Tyrone Jones is defending well for now. Savitaipale doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tyrone Jones blocking some punches.
Tyrone Jones misses with a punch on the inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Savitaipale can't find room to land a body shot as Tyrone Jones controls the action.
Tyrone Jones misses with the head strike.
Savitaipale is trying to pull guard but Tyrone Jones turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch. Savitaipale throws a head punch that misses. A short right hand to the side of the head by Tyrone Jones. Savitaipale prevents a body shot from Tyrone Jones. Savitaipale throws a head punch that misses. #T1# Tyrone Jones swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Savitaipale blocks a body shot from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones tries to work over Savitaipale's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Savitaipale prevents a body shot from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones scores with a nice hook to the head. A head punch blocked on the inside by Savitaipale. Savitaipale misses with some punches.
A short right from Tyrone Jones on the inside. Savitaipale fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Savitaipale misses with a short punch on the inside. A right hand to the body from Savitaipale.
Tyrone Jones scores with a shoulder strike. A head punch on the inside from Tyrone Jones fails to land. Tyrone Jones tries a body shot but Savitaipale blocks it.
Tyrone Jones misses with a hook to the ribs.
Savitaipale lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Tyrone Jones or not. Tyrone Jones has a couple of punches blocked by Savitaipale.
Savitaipale tries to pull guard but Tyrone Jones forces him back to his feet, against the cage. A short right from Tyrone Jones on the inside. #T2# Tyrone Jones goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
#TD# Savitaipale gets control of Tyrone Jones's arms and successfully pulls guard. Savitaipale will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back. Savitaipale looking to hit a scissor sweep but Tyrone Jones is one step ahead there. 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! Tyrone Jones content to stall in guard here. #SUB# Savitaipale working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Tyrone Jones doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Tyrone Jones manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. Savitaipale looking for a sweep. Not yet Savitaipale, not yet. Tyrone Jones controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. Savitaipale keeping moving, preventing Tyrone Jones from controlling successfully. Tyrone Jones's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T3##SUB# Savitaipale had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Tyrone Jones defends it easily.#SUB# Savitaipale looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Tyrone Jones controlling from the top position. The adventures of Tyrone Jones the control monster continue. Boring. Tyrone Jones trying to control the position from guard on top but Savitaipale is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.#T4# The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action. Tyrone Jones's corner is telling him to maintain position.#REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet. Savitaipale throws a jab when Tyrone Jones was well out of range. Tyrone Jones scores with the left hand. Savitaipale knows he should have avoided that one. Savitaipale lunges at Tyrone Jones with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Tyrone Jones's hand. Savitaipale misses with an uppercut. Tyrone Jones lands with a thumping leg kick.
Tyrone Jones throws a body punch but Savitaipale moves out of range. Savitaipale shoots in and drives through. Tyrone Jones sprawls well. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Atte Savitaipale. That's going to take a lot out of him. Tyrone Jones lands with an overhand left. Savitaipale is trying hard to land a takedown here. Tyrone Jones sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. Savitaipale throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Tyrone Jones on the side of the head. Savitaipale keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Tyrone Jones scores with a jab to the jaw. Tyrone Jones bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Savitaipale's head backwards. Tyrone Jones throws a body punch but Savitaipale moves out of range. Savitaipale feinted with a counter takedown. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Russell Tyrone Jones dominated that fourth round. The cut man is working on Russell Tyrone Jones's cut. That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R5# A punch lands to the side of Savitaipale 's head but he takes it in his stride. Tyrone Jones throws a hook but Savitaipale blocks it. Tyrone Jones lands with an uppercut that bounces Savitaipale off the cage and back into range. Tyrone Jones tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Savitaipale was well out of range. Poor timing from Tyrone Jones. Nice straight punches there by Tyrone Jones. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones stuffs the takedown. Savitaipale takes one to the side of the head.
Savitaipale misses with an uppercut. Tyrone Jones saw that one coming. Savitaipale swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tyrone Jones tries to counter with a clinch but Savitaipale shakes him off and moves away. A slow jab from Savitaipale misses its intended target. Savitaipale chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Tyrone Jones can pounce on him.
Tyrone Jones cracks Savitaipale with a good jab.#TD# Savitaipale scores with a takedown into Tyrone Jones's guard. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Tyrone Jones pulls Savitaipale in close to prevent any damage. Savitaipale working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #T1# Tyrone Jones trying to control the position here. Savitaipale keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Tyrone Jones's head. Tyrone Jones has Savitaipale pulled in close to control his posture. Tyrone Jones wants to sweep here but Savitaipale controlling him for the moment. Savitaipale lands a couple of decent looking shots. Savitaipale stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Tyrone Jones swivels though and keeps the full guard. Tyrone Jones utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. Tyrone Jones wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. Savitaipale is working Tyrone Jones over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. Tyrone Jones looking to sweep here. No luck so far. Tyrone Jones is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T2# There's a bit of a scramble here and now Tyrone Jones is on top in guard.
#REVB# Tyrone Jones is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. Tyrone Jones won't allow Savitaipale to sweep him here. Tyrone Jones's corner is telling him to maintain position. Savitaipale wants to sweep but no luck. Savitaipale is working hard here to advance position. Tyrone Jones 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. #SUB# Savitaipale throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#T3# Savitaipale 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. Savitaipale can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Tyrone Jones controls the pace. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Savitaipale keeping moving, preventing Tyrone Jones from controlling successfully. Tyrone Jones controls from within his opponent's guard. The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.#SUB# Savitaipale has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Tyrone Jones can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. Tyrone Jones is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#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. Savitaipale is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet. Tyrone Jones throws a nice outside leg kick. Savitaipale on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones obviously looking to wear him down.
Savitaipale throws a body shot but no joy. Savitaipale throws a wild combination but nothing lands. Tyrone Jones bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut. Tyrone Jones throws a wild body kick that Savitaipale sees coming a mile off.#CL# Savitaipale has taken the fight to the clinch.
Tyrone Jones misses with a body punch.
Tyrone Jones lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. Tyrone Jones misses with a short punch on the inside. Savitaipale looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that. Savitaipale swings wildly with an uppercut but Tyrone Jones uses good head movement to avoid it. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Tyrone Jones lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Savitaipale backwards. Savitaipale misses with some punches.
Still in the clinch, Savitaipale scores with a nice short uppercut. Tyrone Jones misses with a hook from the clinch.
And that's the end of the fight! Russell Tyrone Jones comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I think Tyrone Jones 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 47:48 Judge Yves DeLean scores the fight 47:48 Judge Alec Ball scores the fight 47:48
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Russell Tyrone Jones! A less than humble Russell Tyrone Jones misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities. Atte Savitaipale was interviewed post fight and said 'Better man won..Respect to him!Gonna choke him back stage..'. |
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Syn 673 Whyte vs Gravas
Date: Mar 01, 2020 |
#R1# Tyrone Jones swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Tyrone Jones looks to land a left hand but Garibaldi moved out of range nicely. Tyrone Jones waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Garibaldi. Garibaldi lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin. Tyrone Jones circles away from the clinch attempt.
Tyrone Jones on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Garibaldi. Garibaldi obviously looking to wear him down.
A decent looking cross lands there for Garibaldi.#CL# Garibaldi moves into the clinch successfully.
I was talking to Garibaldi's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight. Garibaldi digs a right hand underneath Tyrone Jones's ribcage. Tyrone Jones let out a lung full of air as it connected. Garibaldi prevents a body shot from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tyrone Jones throws a head punch that misses. Garibaldi misses with a punch on the inside.
Tyrone Jones throws a head punch that misses. Garibaldi tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tyrone Jones's elbow. Garibaldi tries to work over Tyrone Jones's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Tyrone Jones working aggressively here.
A short left from Garibaldi. Tyrone Jones misses with a punch on the inside.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Tyrone Jones working some nice short punches in the clinch. Garibaldi fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
#T1##BC2# Tyrone Jones breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. Garibaldi connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. A clash of legs there as Tyrone Jones blocks the low kick. Tyrone Jones wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection. Garibaldi uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tyrone Jones.
Garibaldi seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance. Tyrone Jones takes a shot right to the bread basket. Tyrone Jones throws a big shot that misses. A nice inside leg kick there by Garibaldi. That's going to slow Tyrone Jones down. Tyrone Jones misses with a low kick as Garibaldi jumps back. Tyrone Jones misses with an uppercut. Garibaldi saw that one coming. Tyrone Jones buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Tyrone Jones blocks a low kick nicely. Garibaldi tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tyrone Jones was well out of range. Poor timing from Garibaldi. Tyrone Jones takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily. Garibaldi fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Tyrone Jones looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath. Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Garibaldi.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Tyrone Jones just misses with a punch to the body.
Tyrone Jones throws a body punch but Garibaldi moves out of range. Garibaldi keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tyrone Jones. Garibaldi is looking to counter the offense by Tyrone Jones and move into the clinch. Tyrone Jones lands with a straight right. Garibaldi didn't see that one coming. Tyrone Jones throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
#T2# Tyrone Jones with a hook. Tyrone Jones throws a shot from downtown. Garibaldi moves away and avoids it. Garibaldi defending well as Tyrone Jones loads up on a big left hand. Russell Tyrone Jones seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Garibaldi doesn't manage to clinch there - Tyrone Jones circles away.
Tyrone Jones throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Tyrone Jones misses the jab. Tyrone Jones throws a jab but it's blocked by Garibaldi. Tyrone Jones is really struggling to land any decent head shots against his taller opponent. Tyrone Jones thows a left - swing and a miss! Tyrone Jones lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw. Garibaldi throws a nice inside leg kick. The crowd cheers as Garibaldi lands an impressive looking overhand right. Tyrone Jones doesn't seem phased though. Tyrone Jones swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Garibaldi seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance. Garibaldi wants to slow Tyrone Jones down by chopping away at his legs. That kick from Tyrone Jones tenderised Garibaldi's leg. Garibaldi is trying to keep his angry face on. Garibaldi moves in looking to clinch but Tyrone Jones pushes him off. Tyrone Jones tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him. Garibaldi jabs Tyrone Jones right on the nose. Tyrone Jones blinks but takes it well. Garibaldi keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tyrone Jones. Garibaldi tries to counter by clinching up but Tyrone Jones breaks away and moves out of range. Tyrone Jones throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Garibaldi comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.#T3# Tyrone Jones checks a leg kick. Tyrone Jones throws a shot from downtown. Garibaldi moves away and avoids it. Garibaldi wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch. Tyrone Jones missing with a left hand there. Garibaldi was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Garibaldi dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Garibaldi is looking to slow Tyrone Jones down with leg kicks. Garibaldi avoids the body shot from Tyrone Jones.
Garibaldi lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected. Tyrone Jones misses with a looping left. Tyrone Jones is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Garibaldi. Garibaldi slips a straight right by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones thows a left - swing and a miss! Tyrone Jones swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Garibaldi avoids the body shot from Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Garibaldi throws a low kick, looking for Tyrone Jones's leg but Tyrone Jones calmly moves out of range. Garibaldi fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Tyrone Jones on the side of the head. Tyrone Jones pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Garibaldi is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Tyrone Jones. Garibaldi tries to score with a low kick but Tyrone Jones moves his leg out of the way. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Garibaldi comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range. Garibaldi keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
#T4# Tyrone Jones thuds a left hand into Garibaldi's body. Tyrone Jones fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Garibaldi manages to avoid it. Tyrone Jones misses with a leg kick. Garibaldi tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Tyrone Jones manages to circle out of the way. The fighters circle momentarily. Tyrone Jones darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.#CL# Garibaldi has managed to clinch.
Tyrone Jones wants to break free but Garibaldi has control.
Tyrone Jones tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Garibaldi's elbow. Garibaldi misses with a punch to the body.
Garibaldi lands with a left to the head. Garibaldi tries to throw a body punch but Tyrone Jones avoids it by throwing Garibaldi back against the cage. #TD# Garibaldi jumps guard and drags Tyrone Jones to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back. Tyrone Jones looking to control the position here, rather than advance. Garibaldi wants to sweep but no luck. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#SUB# Garibaldi working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Tyrone Jones doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Tyrone Jones manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB# Garibaldi looking for a guillotine here but Tyrone Jones 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 Michael Garibaldi 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. #R2# Tyrone Jones wants to slow Garibaldi down by chopping away at his legs. The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky. Garibaldi just misses with a punch to the body.
Tyrone Jones gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there. Garibaldi tried to score with a low kick but Tyrone Jones checks it. Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Garibaldi.
A good leg kick by Garibaldi. A big right from Tyrone Jones misses. Tyrone Jones motions for Garibaldi to come forward. Tyrone Jones throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. Tyrone Jones lands an overhand right. Garibaldi cracks the inside of Tyrone Jones's front leg. Tyrone Jones misses with a straight left. Garibaldi jabs at Tyrone Jones's body. Garibaldi is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches. Tyrone Jones scores with a hook to the body. Garibaldi takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. Tyrone Jones jabbing away but nothing is landing. Garibaldi scores with a leg kick.
This has been an exciting period of action! Garibaldi tries to clinch there but Tyrone Jones circles away.
Tyrone Jones tried to score with a low kick but Garibaldi checks it. Garibaldi tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Tyrone Jones manages to circle out of the way. Tyrone Jones misses with a looping left. Tyrone Jones throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Garibaldi looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. #T1# The fight stays on the outside here - Garibaldi looks like he's thinking about clinching though. Tyrone Jones waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Garibaldi. Tyrone Jones missing with a left hand there. Garibaldi was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Garibaldi cracks a nice hook into Tyrone Jones's ribs. Russell Tyrone Jones seems to be getting the better of the standup. Tyrone Jones takes a swing at Garibaldi's ribcage but misses. #CL# Garibaldi moves into the clinch. Garibaldi misses with a short punch on the inside. Tyrone Jones working aggressively here.
Garibaldi tries to pull guard but Tyrone Jones forces him back to his feet, against the cage. Garibaldi swings wildly with an uppercut but Tyrone Jones uses good head movement to avoid it. Tyrone Jones throws a head punch that misses. Still in the clinch, Tyrone Jones scores with a nice short uppercut.#TD# Garibaldi successfully pulls guard.
Garibaldi working a defensive guard here.
Garibaldi can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Tyrone Jones controls the pace. Garibaldi looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T2# Tyrone Jones trying to control but Garibaldi is working from the bottom. Garibaldi can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Tyrone Jones controls the pace. Tyrone Jones's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige. Garibaldi looking to sweep here. No luck so far. Tyrone Jones sitting in guard here, content to control. #SUB# Garibaldi has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Tyrone Jones can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. Garibaldi tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T3##SUB# Garibaldi looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Tyrone Jones slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. You can see the frustration on Garibaldi's face, being in this tough position on the bottom. A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet. Garibaldi is looking to regain half guard here but Tyrone Jones keeps moving and retains side control. Tyrone Jones controls the position. Garibaldi is trying to control Tyrone Jones's posture but Tyrone Jones avoids it. Garibaldi tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Tyrone Jones wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. Tyrone Jones is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Garibaldi's shoulder. That is not cool. Garibaldi is looking to reverse the position.#T4# Tyrone Jones trying to control the action but Garibaldi is working from the bottom. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Garibaldi is looking to reverse the position. Garibaldi is letting Tyrone Jones control him for a moment. Garibaldi is not content to let Tyrone Jones control the position. Garibaldi struggling a bit here. Tyrone Jones controlling the position from side mount. More stalling from Tyrone Jones. Garibaldi is trying to control Tyrone Jones's posture but Tyrone Jones avoids it. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Russell Tyrone Jones showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. 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# Garibaldi avoids the body shot from Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones thows a left - swing and a miss! Tyrone Jones takes a swing at Garibaldi's ribcage but misses. Tyrone Jones throws a jab but it's blocked by Garibaldi. Garibaldi thumps Tyrone Jones with a low kick. Garibaldi checks a low kick from Tyrone Jones. Nice cross by Garibaldi. Garibaldi ducks under a wild hook from Tyrone Jones. A big right from Tyrone Jones misses. Tyrone Jones fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Garibaldi manages to avoid it. Garibaldi scoring well with a low kick there.
Garibaldi bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut. Tyrone Jones throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Tyrone Jones swings for the body but Garibaldi moves out of range.
Tyrone Jones tries a low kick but Garibaldi avoids it. Tyrone Jones fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Garibaldi manages to avoid it. Garibaldi scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one. A shot to the liver by Tyrone Jones. Beautiful body shot. 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! Garibaldi scores with a nice head shot. Garibaldi connects with a solid leg kick. #T1# Good leg kick by Garibaldi there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Garibaldi displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tyrone Jones throws out the jab. Garibaldi is looking to counter the offense by Tyrone Jones and move into the clinch. Tyrone Jones takes a swing at Garibaldi's ribcage but misses. Garibaldi scores with a leg kick.
Tyrone Jones tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Garibaldi was well out of range. Poor timing from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Tyrone Jones lands a jab to the head.
Garibaldi tries to close the distance and clinch up but Tyrone Jones swats him away and circles back towards the center. Garibaldi fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Tyrone Jones. Garibaldi uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tyrone Jones. Garibaldi lands a nice leg kick that just misses Tyrone Jones's sensitive parts. Tyrone Jones pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Garibaldi seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance. A jab lands there for Garibaldi. Tyrone Jones ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Garibaldi moves away. Garibaldi connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt. Garibaldi uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Garibaldi tries to clinch but Tyrone Jones is having none of it. #T2# Tyrone Jones throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Garibaldi sees it coming and avoids it easily.#CL# Garibaldi takes the fight into the clinch. Tyrone Jones misses with a hook to the ribs.
Garibaldi lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. Garibaldi lands a right hand that snaps the head of Tyrone Jones backwards. Tyrone Jones has a couple of punches blocked by Garibaldi.
Garibaldi tries a body shot but Tyrone Jones blocks it.
Tyrone Jones tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Garibaldi misses with a hook to the ribs.
A head punch on the inside from Garibaldi fails to land. #TD# Garibaldi ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Garibaldi no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard. #SUB# Garibaldi is looking for a triangle but Tyrone Jones pushes his legs off easily.
Tyrone Jones sitting in guard here, content to control. #SUB# Garibaldi has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Tyrone Jones can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T3# Tyrone Jones pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Garibaldi is keeping the position for now. Garibaldi is trying to control the position but Tyrone Jones postures up. #SUB# Garibaldi is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Tyrone Jones controlling from the top position. Tyrone Jones is continuing to stall. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Garibaldi looking to control.
Garibaldi tries to land a sweep but no joy. Tyrone Jones not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. Let's hope that Tyrone Jones 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. Russell Tyrone Jones has got the better of the ground game so far.#T4# My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer. Garibaldi trying to keep a closed guard but Tyrone Jones is proving a slippery customer.
#REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet. That kick from Tyrone Jones tenderised Garibaldi's leg. Garibaldi is trying to keep his angry face on. Garibaldi avoids the body shot from Tyrone Jones.
Garibaldi tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Tyrone Jones manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#CL# Garibaldi darts in and clinches Tyrone Jones up against the cage. A head punch on the inside from Garibaldi fails to land. A head punch on the inside from Garibaldi fails to land. Tyrone Jones lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Garibaldi or not. Garibaldi struggles to land a body shot inside as Tyrone Jones controls his hands.
Tyrone Jones fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Garibaldi misses with a shot to the kidneys.
And that's the end of the fight! That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Michael Garibaldi. I think Garibaldi 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 Andrew Berry scores the fight 29:29 Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 29:28 Judge James Atkins scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Michael Garibaldi! Michael Garibaldi decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. The defeated Russell Tyrone Jones had this to say: 'Wu Tang is for the children. We teach the children... Wu Tang fuh eva!'.
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Syn 670 Kerr vs Valentine
Date: Feb 09, 2020 |
#R1# Tyrone Jones connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. Gravas on the wrong end of a nice hook. Gravas misses with a straight left. Gravas throws a lazy right hand but Tyrone Jones sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. An inside leg kick lands from Gravas . Tyrone Jones bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Gravas 's head. Tyrone Jones throws an off balance right hand
and Gravas counters with a straight right hand.#CUT2# It looks like Russell Tyrone Jones has been cut. Gravas steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones throws a body shot but no joy. Gravas throws a low kick but it's checked well by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tyrone Jones throws the left hand but Gravas avoids the punch easily. Tyrone Jones changes levels and scores with a jab to the body. This has been an exciting period of action! Tyrone Jones misses with a body shot.
Tyrone Jones throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Gravas takes a jab right on the kisser.
Tyrone Jones looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight. Tyrone Jones swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Wow, both these guys are really going for it! Tyrone Jones slips under a jab from Gravas . Tyrone Jones tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him. Gravas displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tyrone Jones throws out the jab. Tyrone Jones missing with a left hand there. Gravas was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. A punch lands to the side of Tyrone Jones 's head but he takes it in his stride. Tyrone Jones ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Gravas moves away.#T1# A head kick misses from Gravas . Gravas keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Russell Tyrone Jones seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Gravas avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Tyrone Jones, as that shot connected.
Tyrone Jones 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.
Tyrone Jones fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Gravas has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage. Tyrone Jones lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head. Tyrone Jones wants to clinch up but Gravas keeps it at a distance. A slow jab from Tyrone Jones misses its intended target. Gravas feints and then cracks Tyrone Jones's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Tyrone Jones down. Gravas misses with a few strikes there.
Gravas ducks under a wild hook from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones throws out a powerful jab. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Gravas bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick. Gravas avoids the body shot from Tyrone Jones.
Latka Gravas is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Gravas throws a leg kick which misses Tyrone Jones's front leg but catches the back leg as Tyrone Jones tries to avoid it. Gravas turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick. A jab from Tyrone Jones finds it's way through Gravas 's defenses. Tyrone Jones looks to throw the jab but Gravas is out of range. Gravas takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Tyrone Jones tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Gravas was well out of range. Poor timing from Tyrone Jones.#T2# Gravas ducks under a wild hook from Tyrone Jones. Gravas swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Tyrone Jones misses the jab. Gravas fakes a jab and scores with a low kick. Jab by Gravas . A big right from Gravas misses. Tyrone Jones misses with a wild body shot. A big left from Tyrone Jones misses. Gravas 's corner calls for a 1-2. Gravas obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. Tyrone Jones throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. Gravas scores with a nice right hand.
Gravas throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Tyrone Jones stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly. Gravas bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Tyrone Jones's head backwards. Tyrone Jones with a nice cross. Tyrone Jones throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. Tyrone Jones cracks a nice hook into Gravas 's ribs. Gravas moves out of range as Tyrone Jones strikes. A shot to the body from Tyrone Jones misses and Gravas counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body. A swing and a miss from Tyrone Jones. Gravas is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tyrone Jones. #T3# Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Gravas .
Tyrone Jones misses with a jab to the body
and Gravas counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#KD2# Gravas cracks Tyrone Jones with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Tyrone Jones looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Gravas finish him?
#ROC2# Tyrone Jones is rocked! Tyrone Jones switches off momentarily and Gravas cracks him with a monster right hand! Tyrone Jones topples backwards and makes a semi conscious attempt to cover up, as Gravas dives in to land one more shot, before the referee has time to call the fight. What a finish by Gravas !
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:15 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Latka Gravas ! Our winner, Latka Gravas , 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, Russell Tyrone Jones stepped up to the mic, saying 'Wu Tang is for the children. We teach the children... Wu Tang fuh eva!'.
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Syn 666 Jones vs Murphy
Date: Jan 12, 2020 |
#R1# Tyrone Jones throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land. A countering left hand to the body from Murphy misses. Murphy jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Tyrone Jones swings for the body but Murphy moves out of range.
Tyrone Jones checks the leg kick nicely there.
Tyrone Jones throws a body punch but Murphy moves out of range. Murphy throws a hook but Tyrone Jones blocks it. Tyrone Jones misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Murphy.
Russell Tyrone Jones seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Tyrone Jones throws a series of punches but Murphy moves out of range. Murphy swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made. Tyrone Jones misses with a looping right. Tyrone Jones throws a body shot but no joy. Tyrone Jones will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Murphy looks like he wants to counter punch here. Tyrone Jones 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. Murphy's jab looks to have found its range, popping Tyrone Jones under the eye. Murphy has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout. Murphy throws a big shot that misses. Tyrone Jones lands a nice shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Tyrone Jones getting the better of the striking in that exchange. Murphy displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tyrone Jones throws out the jab. Murphy swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made. Murphy cracks Tyrone Jones with an open hand slap. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! A slow jab from Murphy misses its intended target. Murphy scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one. Tyrone Jones avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Murphy moves out of range as Tyrone Jones strikes.#T1# Tyrone Jones lands a nice shot that snaps Murphy's head back.
Tyrone Jones tried to score with a low kick but Murphy checks it. Murphy uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tyrone Jones.
Good shot there by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones looks to throw the jab but Murphy is out of range. Murphy misses with a body shot.
Murphy lands a lovely overhand right. Tyrone Jones takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh. Murphy ducks under a wild hook from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones just misses with a punch to the body.
Tyrone Jones misses with an uppercut. Murphy ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tyrone Jones moves away. Tyrone Jones ducks down and throws a hook to the body. Tyrone Jones connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Murphy's hands. Tyrone Jones fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Murphy manages to avoid it. A looping hook to the body misses from Tyrone Jones. Murphy does a little dance to reset his feet. Tyrone Jones looks to land a right hand but Murphy moved out of range. 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! Murphy blocks a leg kick. An inside leg kick lands from Murphy. Murphy digs a good hook to Tyrone Jones's body.
#T2# Tyrone Jones throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. Murphy throws a body shot but no joy. Tyrone Jones lands a right hook to the body.
Murphy scores with a decent looking hook. Tyrone Jones misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Murphy.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Murphy! But no joy. Murphy tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tyrone Jones was well out of range. Poor timing from Murphy. Tyrone Jones keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Murphy. Murphy throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tyrone Jones sees it coming and avoids it easily. Mick Murphy is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Murphy connects with a good right hand that stumbles Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones circles away out of range and recomposes himself. Tyrone Jones is looking to wear down Murphy with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment. Tyrone Jones scores with a jab to the head.
Murphy keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tyrone Jones. Murphy only half commits to the counter leg kick. Tyrone Jones throws a body punch but Murphy moves out of range. Murphy throws an overhand right that lands on Tyrone Jones's shoulder, as Tyrone Jones tries to avoid the shot. Tyrone Jones fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Murphy manages to avoid it. Murphy avoids the body shot from Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones misses with a looping left. Murphy looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it. Murphy fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tyrone Jones manages to avoid it. Tyrone Jones throws a shot from downtown. Murphy moves away and avoids it. Murphy throws a quick inside leg kick. Murphy ducks under a wild hook from Tyrone Jones.#T3# Tyrone Jones ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Murphy moves away. Murphy moves away from the strike by Tyrone Jones. The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Tyrone Jones checks a leg kick. Murphy throws a body punch but Tyrone Jones moves out of range. Tyrone Jones walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Murphy checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side. Tyrone Jones throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Murphy throws out a loose jab but Tyrone Jones uses good head movement to avoid it. A looping hook to the body misses from Murphy. Tyrone Jones does a little dance to reset his feet. Murphy waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tyrone Jones. Murphy jabs Tyrone Jones to the body, keeping him at a distance. Murphy misses with a straight left. Tyrone Jones misses with a body shot
and Murphy counters with a straight punch to the midsection. A slow jab from Murphy misses its intended target. Murphy takes one on the chin but seems OK.
A jab lands there for Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Murphy.
Murphy appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick. Murphy stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush. Murphy ducks under a wild hook from Tyrone Jones. A little jabbing left from Murphy on the counter but it doesn't find it's target. Tyrone Jones tries to score a power double leg takedown but Murphy sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Tyrone Jones somewhat. And an attempted straight right on the counter from Murphy! But no joy.#T4# Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Murphy ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent. Tyrone Jones throws an overhand right that lands on Murphy's shoulder, as Murphy tries to avoid the shot. A clash of legs there as Murphy blocks the low kick. Tyrone Jones ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Murphy moves away. Murphy swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Tyrone Jones wants to slow Murphy down by chopping away at his legs. Murphy thows a left - swing and a miss! Murphy is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Tyrone Jones had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté. Murphy chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Murphy throws a body punch but Tyrone Jones moves out of range. Murphy misses with an uppercut. Murphy scores with a punch to the head. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Tyrone Jones throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Murphy! But no joy. Tyrone Jones misses with a wild body shot. Murphy feints a counter leg kick. Murphy throws a body punch but Tyrone Jones moves out of range. Tyrone Jones lands a nice leg kick that just misses Murphy's sensitive parts. Murphy staying out of range there. 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 Russell Tyrone Jones will probably get the nod. The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! #R2# Tyrone Jones misses with a low kick.
Tyrone Jones goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo. A telegraphed right hand from Tyrone Jones misses the target. Murphy looks like he wants to counter punch here. Tyrone Jones looks to score with a jab to the body but Murphy is just out of range. Tyrone Jones throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Murphy sees it coming and avoids it easily. Jab, jab by Murphy - just one landing. Murphy looks to land a right hand but Tyrone Jones moved out of range. Tyrone Jones throws a poor cross that misses
and Murphy counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. Murphy throws a jab when Tyrone Jones was well out of range. Donk. Murphy catches Tyrone Jones right on the button with a cross. Tyrone Jones on the wrong end of a nice jab. Murphy misses with a wild body shot. Murphy ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tyrone Jones moves away. Mick Murphy seems to be getting the better of the standup. Murphy misses with a hook. Murphy takes a shot to the body in his stride.
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! Murphy lands a leg kick that knocks Tyrone Jones off balance momentarily. Tyrone Jones looks to score with a jab to the body but Murphy is just out of range. Murphy slips a straight right by Tyrone Jones. Murphy doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter. Murphy misses with a looping right. A telegraphed right hand from Tyrone Jones misses the target. #T1# A big right from Tyrone Jones misses. Murphy tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tyrone Jones was well out of range. Poor timing from Murphy. Murphy staying out of range there. Murphy moves into range and connects with a jab. Murphy wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection. Tyrone Jones scores with a decent looking hook. Tyrone Jones shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Murphy sprawls well. Murphy wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Tyrone Jones gets slowly back to his feet. Tyrone Jones swings for the body but Murphy moves out of range.
Murphy connects with a single shot there. Murphy connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son. Ouch! a nice leg kick from Tyrone Jones, right into the meat.
Nice shot by Murphy. Tyrone Jones cracks the inside of Murphy's front leg. Tyrone Jones throws a leg kick that is checked and Murphy counters with a lovely shot to the body. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Tyrone Jones slips under a jab. Tyrone Jones finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Murphy moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.#T2# A good leg kick by Murphy. Tyrone Jones blocks a jab. Murphy throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tyrone Jones feinted with a counter takedown. Tyrone Jones swings for the body but Murphy moves out of range.
Murphy paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button. Murphy connects with the punch. Murphy connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head. Tyrone Jones swings and misses with a shot to the body and Murphy counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Murphy displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tyrone Jones throws out the jab. Murphy blocks a jab. Tyrone Jones shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Murphy as he jumps to the side. Tyrone Jones ducks under a wild hook from Murphy. An inside leg kick from Tyrone Jones misses. Murphy misses with a looping right. Murphy ducks under a wild hook from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that. Tyrone Jones takes a swing at Murphy's ribcage but misses. Murphy throws a looping overhand right but Tyrone Jones ducks down to avoid it. Murphy is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range. Tyrone Jones staying out of range there.#T3# Tyrone Jones slips a straight right by Murphy. Murphy ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Tyrone Jones ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Murphy moves away. Murphy uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones throws a series of punches but Murphy avoids them all with ease. Tyrone Jones misses with a low kick. Murphy lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
A looping hook to the body misses from Murphy. Tyrone Jones does a little dance to reset his feet. A big left from Tyrone Jones misses. Tyrone Jones slips a straight right by Murphy. Tyrone Jones appears to be looking for a counter takedown. Tyrone Jones jabbing away but nothing is landing. Tyrone Jones throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Murphy sees it coming and avoids it easily. Tyrone Jones steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Murphy. Tyrone Jones misses the jab. Murphy misses with a straight left. Murphy moves out of range of the leg kick from Tyrone Jones. Murphy checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time. Murphy looks like he wants to counter punch here. Tyrone Jones throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tyrone Jones on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
#T4# Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Murphy 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 Tyrone Jones has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Tyrone Jones and we're back underway with a touch of gloves. Tyrone Jones drops down looking for a counter takedown but Murphy sprawls and moves away. Nice defenses there by Tyrone Jones. Murphy feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Tyrone Joness jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist! Murphy ducks under a wild hook from Tyrone Jones. It seemed like Murphy was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Tyrone Jones ducks under a wild hook from Murphy. Tyrone Jones throws an ugly left hook that misses
enabling Murphy to counter with a crisp jab. Tyrone Jones throws a body shot but no joy. Nice defenses there by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones attempts a counter takedown but Murphy avoids it well and moves away. Tyrone Jones ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Tyrone Jones scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one. Tyrone Jones connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son. Tyrone Jones with a lazy takedown attempt and Murphy counters with a straight right hand. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Russell Tyrone Jones. That's going to take a lot out of him. Murphy tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tyrone Jones was well out of range. Poor timing from Murphy. Murphy stuns Tyrone Jones with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Murphy with a jab. A lazy left from Tyrone Jones finds it's target. Tyrone Jones throws a leg kick and Murphy counters with a straight right hand. Murphy loads up on a big right hand but Tyrone Jones slips the punch. Tyrone Jones throws a body shot but no joy. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mick Murphy showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! #R3# Murphy blocks a low kick nicely. Tyrone Jones takes a swing at Murphy's ribcage but misses. Murphy defending well as Tyrone Jones loads up on a big left hand. Tyrone Jones displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Murphy throws out the jab. Tyrone Jones attempts a counter takedown but Murphy avoids it well and moves away. Murphy looks to throw the jab but Tyrone Jones is out of range. Tyrone Jones throws a hook but Murphy avoids it easily. Murphy tries a quick counter leg kick but Tyrone Jones is wise to it. Murphy works Tyrone Jones's body with a nice hook. Tyrone Jones throws a nice inside leg kick. Murphy swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Tyrone Jones moves out of range as Murphy strikes. Murphy gets cracked there but stands up to it.
A big right from Tyrone Jones misses. Tyrone Jones throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Tyrone Jones throws a shot from downtown. Murphy moves away and avoids it. A big left from Tyrone Jones misses. Murphy lands with a hook. Tyrone Jones tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. A big right from Murphy misses. Tyrone Jones attempts a counter takedown but Murphy avoids it well and moves away. Tyrone Jones swings widly with a right hand
and Murphy counters with a lovely straight right hand! Tyrone Jones looks to throw the jab but Murphy is out of range. #T1# Murphy blocks a low kick nicely. Tyrone Jones keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tyrone Jones on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Murphy. Murphy obviously looking to wear him down.
A cross from Murphy lands. Tyrone Jones swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Murphy takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away. Tyrone Jones takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it. Murphy clobbers Tyrone Jones with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. Murphy on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. Murphy throws a shot from downtown. Tyrone Jones moves away and avoids it. A looping hook to the body misses from Murphy. Tyrone Jones does a little dance to reset his feet. Tyrone Jones throws a shot from downtown. Murphy moves away and avoids it. Tyrone Jones walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush. Tyrone Jones misses with a low kick. Tyrone Jones throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tyrone Jones moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Tyrone Jones throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Murphy fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Tyrone Jones has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage. Murphy avoids a punch combination nicely.
#T2# Murphy ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Tyrone Jones scores with a jab to the head.
Tyrone Jones fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Murphy manages to avoid it. Murphy misses with a wild body shot. Tyrone Jones lands with an overhand left. The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Tyrone Jones checks a leg kick. Tyrone Jones is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight. Tyrone Jones throws a lazy right hand but Murphy sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Tyrone Jones doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body. Murphy slips a straight right by Tyrone Jones. It seemed like Murphy was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. The fighters circle momentarily. Tyrone Jones darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch. A big right from Tyrone Jones misses. Nice uppercut lands for Tyrone Jones. That snapped Murphy's head back.
Murphy misses with a hook. Tyrone Jones ducked under it nicely. Tyrone Jones connects with an inside leg kick. This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Tyrone Jones. Murphy attempts a low kick but it misses it's target. Murphy digs a good body shot into Tyrone Jones's ribs.#T3# Murphy misses with a looping right. A looping hook to the body misses from Tyrone Jones. Murphy does a little dance to reset his feet. Murphy bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut. Tyrone Jones takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming. Tyrone Jones misses the shot to the body. That kick from Murphy tenderised Tyrone Jones's leg. Tyrone Jones is trying to keep his angry face on. Murphy throws a body punch but Tyrone Jones moves out of range. Tyrone Jones misses the shot to the body. Tyrone Jones is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Murphy. Murphy moves out of range of the strikes. Tyrone Jones ducks under a wild hook from Murphy. Tyrone Jones throws a body punch but Murphy moves out of range. Murphy looks to land a right hand but Tyrone Jones moved out of range. Murphy throws a hook but Tyrone Jones avoids it easily. Tyrone Jones uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Murphy has time to react. Murphy tries to score with a low kick but Tyrone Jones moves his leg out of the way. Tyrone Jones tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Murphy was well out of range. Poor timing from Tyrone Jones. Murphy lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.#T4# Tyrone Jones misses with a body shot.
Tyrone Jones throws a right hand that misses
and Murphy counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. This has been an exciting period of action! Tyrone Jones misses with a straight right. The fighters circling - Tyrone Jones throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Murphy swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made. Murphy feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Tyrone Jones's calf. Tyrone Jones scores with a hook to the body. Murphy takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. Tyrone Jones throws a quick inside leg kick. A left lands for Murphy. Murphy takes a swing at Tyrone Jones's ribcage but misses. Murphy defending well as Tyrone Jones loads up on a big left hand. Tyrone Jones scores with a jab to the jaw. Murphy scores with a hook. A telegraphed right hand from Murphy misses the target. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Murphy lands a jab to the nose. Tyrone Jones misses with a hook. Tyrone Jones misses with a looping right. Tyrone Jones throws a body punch but Murphy moves out of range. Murphy lands a jab to the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close third round but Mick Murphy just about did enough to take it. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! #R4# Murphy bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Tyrone Jones swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A jab from Murphy does it's job there. An inside leg kick from Tyrone Jones misses. Murphy misses the jab. Tyrone Jones lands a jab. Murphy lands with an uppercut that bounces Tyrone Jones off the cage and back into range. Tyrone Jones misses with a body shot.
Tyrone Jones throws a hook but Murphy blocks it. Murphy scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard. Tyrone Jones attempts a low kick but it misses it's target. Tyrone Jones missing with a left hand there. Murphy was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Murphy throws a leg kick that misses. Murphy uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tyrone Jones.
A little jabbing left from Murphy on the counter but it doesn't find it's target. Tyrone Jones misses with an uppercut. Nice defenses there by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones misses with a looping left. A slow jab from Tyrone Jones misses its intended target. #T1# Tyrone Jones defending well as Murphy loads up on a big left hand. Tyrone Jones throws a looping overhand right but Murphy ducks down to avoid it. Tyrone Jones tests Murphy's chin there with a solid looking shot. Murphy scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent. Murphy scores with a jab. Tyrone Jones throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Murphy counters with a lovely shot to the body. Murphy looks to throw the jab but Tyrone Jones is out of range. Murphy uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones checks a leg kick. A nice combination there by Tyrone Jones.
Murphy uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tyrone Jones.
Murphy checks a leg kick nicely. A countering left hand to the body from Murphy misses. Tyrone Jones misses with an uppercut. Tyrone Jones tests Murphy's chin there with a solid looking shot. Tyrone Jones checks a leg kick. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Tyrone Jones thumps Murphy with a low kick. Murphy ducks under a wild hook from Tyrone Jones.#T2# Murphy throws a low kick, looking for Tyrone Jones's leg but Tyrone Jones calmly moves out of range. Murphy defending well as Tyrone Jones loads up on a big left hand. Tyrone Jones jabbing away but nothing is landing. A little jabbing left from Murphy on the counter but it doesn't find it's target. Murphy feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Tyrone Jones's calf. Tyrone Jones ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Murphy moves away. Murphy avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Tyrone Jones misses the shot to the body. Murphy now looks to counter with a shot at the body. Murphy lands a lovely overhand right. Murphy paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button. Nice shot by Murphy. Tyrone Jones misses with a wild combination.
Murphy swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Tyrone Jones. Murphy connects with a solid leg kick. Murphy throws a chopping leg kick but Tyrone Jones manages to avoid taking any serious damage. Tyrone Jones half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range. Tyrone Jones takes a swing at Murphy's ribcage but misses. Murphy lands a leg kick that knocks Tyrone Jones off balance momentarily.#T3# Tyrone Jones takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. Murphy slips a straight right by Tyrone Jones. A jab from Tyrone Jones misses. A looping hook to the body misses from Murphy. Tyrone Jones does a little dance to reset his feet. Murphy catches Tyrone Jones with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong! Murphy works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance. Tyrone Jones throws out a loose jab but Murphy uses good head movement to avoid it. Murphy on the wrong end of a nice jab. Murphy missing with a left hand there. Tyrone Jones was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Tyrone Jones ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Murphy moves away. Murphy paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button. Tyrone Jones misses with a low kick.
Murphy slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range. Tyrone Jones scores with a jab. Murphy acknowledges it with a nod of the head. A lazy left from Murphy finds it's target. Murphy has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight. 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! Tyrone Jones lands with a straight right. Murphy didn't see that one coming. Tyrone Jones tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.#T4# Tyrone Jones avoids the body shot from Murphy.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Tyrone Jones 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 Murphy has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Murphy and we're back underway with a touch of gloves. Murphy scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Tyrone Jones doesn't seem bothered though. A shot to the body from Tyrone Jones misses enabling Murphy to counter with a crisp jab. Murphy looks to throw the jab but Tyrone Jones is out of range. Tyrone Jones wants to slow Murphy down by chopping away at his legs. Tyrone Jones misses with a body shot.
Tyrone Jones steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Murphy. Tyrone Jones takes a swing at Murphy's ribcage but misses. Murphy uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tyrone Jones. Murphy paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button. Murphy's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Tyrone Jones connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Murphy scrambles back to his feet. Tyrone Jones lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range. Murphy will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Murphy catches Tyrone Jones with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong! The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Murphy looks to land a right hand but Tyrone Jones moved out of range. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mick Murphy dominated that fourth round. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards. #R5# A big right from Murphy misses. A telegraphed right hand from Murphy misses the target. A jab from Murphy misses. Murphy jabbing away but nothing is landing. Tyrone Jones uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Murphy. Tyrone Jones comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range. Murphy throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
#TD# Murphy gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Tyrone Jones to score an easy takedown into full guard. Murphy keeping moving, preventing Tyrone Jones from controlling successfully. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Tyrone Jones pushes down on Murphy's leg and manages to get into half guard. Murphy avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Tyrone Jones. #T1# Tyrone Jones is trying to control the action in half guard but Murphy is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. Tyrone Jones lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. Murphy gets back to full guard.
Tyrone Jones throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. Tyrone Jones pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Murphy is keeping the position for now. Murphy is pulling down on Tyrone Jones's head to control his posture. Murphy keeping full guard, as Tyrone Jones tries to pass. Murphy keeping moving, preventing Tyrone Jones from controlling successfully. Russell Tyrone Jones has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2# 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. Tyrone Jones trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. Tyrone Jones might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground. Tyrone Jones is pushing down on Murphy's leg trying to pass to half guard. Murphy is fighting to maintain full guard but Tyrone Jones has managed to sneak the leg through. Tyrone Jones wants to advance to full mount but Murphy doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead. Murphy controlling Tyrone Jones's posture. Tyrone Jones wants to control from the top but Murphy keeps moving. Mick Murphy is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight. Tyrone Jones looking to control the position here, rather than advance. Murphy preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.#T3# Tyrone Jones with a nice head shot there. Tyrone Jones postures up and lands a big shot to Murphy's brow. Tyrone Jones working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. Tyrone Jones looking to pass the guard. Hammerfist, elbow! yells Tyrone Jones's corner. There ya go! There ya go! Tyrone Jones throwing strikes from guard but Murphy blocks nicely. Murphy wants to sweep but no luck. Tyrone Jones scoring with punches to the head and body. #T4# Tyrone Jones postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. Tyrone Jones lands a couple of digs. Tyrone Jones is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. Tyrone Jones postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. Tyrone Jones trying to control but Murphy is working from the bottom. Tyrone Jones throws a big elbow that misses. #REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Tyrone Jones swings widly with a right hand
and Murphy counters with a stiff right hand. Tyrone Jones on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Murphy. Murphy obviously looking to wear him down.
Murphy throws a body shot but no joy. Tyrone Jones takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
And that's the end of the fight! Russell Tyrone Jones showed his dominance in that final round. I think Murphy 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 Andrew Berry scores the fight 47:49 Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 47:49 Judge William Gold scores the fight 47:48
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mick Murphy! Mick Murphy is the new middleweight champion! A victorious Mick Murphy thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. The defeated Russell Tyrone Jones had this to say: 'Wu Tang is for the children. We teach the children... Wu Tang fuh eva!'.
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Syn 664 Magufuli vs Whyme
Date: Dec 29, 2019 |
#R1# Tyrone Jones tries to work over Kaunismieli's front leg with a kick but Kaunismieli checks it. Tyrone Jones avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Tyrone Jones fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kaunismieli manages to avoid it. Tyrone Jones seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym. Kaunismieli misses with a looping left. Tyrone Jones misses with a straight right. Tyrone Jones slips under a jab. Tyrone Jones slips a jab from Kaunismieli. Russell Tyrone Jones seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Kaunismieli checks a leg kick. Kaunismieli ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Tyrone Jones scoring well with a low kick there.
Kaunismieli throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tyrone Jones looks to land a left hand but Kaunismieli moved out of range nicely. Tyrone Jones fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Kaunismieli is out of range. Kaunismieli throws a leg kick but Tyrone Jones sees it coming and moves out of range. Tyrone Jones swings and misses with a hook to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Kaunismieli slips under a jab from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones thuds a left hand into Kaunismieli's body. Kaunismieli takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Kaunismieli swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Kaunismieli steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tyrone Jones. Kaunismieli looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it. Tyrone Jones moves out of range of the strikes. Tyrone Jones thuds a left hand into Kaunismieli's body. This has been an exciting period of action! Kaunismieli steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tyrone Jones. Kaunismieli throws out a counter right but Tyrone Jones avoids it with no problem.#T1# Tyrone Jones connects with a nice looking jab.
Kaunismieli connects with an inside leg kick. Tyrone Jones scores with a body shot.
Tyrone Jones looks to throw the jab but Kaunismieli is out of range. A nice side step and Kaunismieli releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home. Tyrone Jones scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one. Kaunismieli chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Tyrone Jones throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Kaunismieli connects with a body shot that sends Tyrone Jones's belly button to the back. Tyrone Jones checks a low kick from Kaunismieli. Kaunismieli looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights. Tyrone Jones feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Kaunismieli's calf. Kaunismieli throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Tyrone Jones misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kaunismieli.
A swing and a miss from Tyrone Jones. Kalervo Kaunismieli is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Kaunismieli thows a body kick. Tyrone Jones tries to catch it but that hurt him. An inside leg kick lands from Tyrone Jones. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. An inside leg kick from Kaunismieli misses. Kaunismieli misses with a low kick.
Tyrone Jones drops down looking for a counter takedown but Kaunismieli sprawls and moves away. Tyrone Jones tests Kaunismieli's chin there with a solid looking shot. Kaunismieli tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tyrone Jones was well out of range. Poor timing from Kaunismieli. Kaunismieli attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin. Tyrone Jones scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.#T2# A left lands for Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Tyrone Jones throws a body punch but Kaunismieli moves out of range. A looping hook to the body misses from Tyrone Jones. Kaunismieli does a little dance to reset his feet. Tyrone Jones jabs Kaunismieli right on the nose. Kaunismieli blinks but takes it well. Kaunismieli connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. Kaunismieli on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kaunismieli. Tyrone Jones does a little dance to reset his feet. Tyrone Jones appears to be looking for a counter takedown. Tyrone Jones lands a body shot.
Kaunismieli ducks under a wild hook from Tyrone Jones. Kaunismieli 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.
The fighters circling - Tyrone Jones throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Kaunismieli looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it. A big left from Kaunismieli misses. Kaunismieli moves out of range as Tyrone Jones strikes. Tyrone Jones takes a swing at Kaunismieli's ribcage but misses. Tyrone Jones backing away here, and Kaunismieli unleashes a leg kick that just misses. Tyrone Jones is really peppering his opponent's head with punches. Kaunismieli ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Kaunismieli avoids the body shot from Tyrone Jones.
Kaunismieli misses with a straight left. Kaunismieli takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh. Tyrone Jones throws a right and a left that both miss. Kaunismieli takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
#T3# Tyrone Jones moves out of range as Kaunismieli strikes. Kaunismieli connects with a body shot. Kaunismieli misses with a body shot.
Tyrone Jones connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head. Kaunismieli scores with a jab to the jaw. Kaunismieli missing with a left hand there. Tyrone Jones was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Wow, both these guys are really going for it! Tyrone Jones misses with a low kick. Kaunismieli throws a big shot that misses. Nice defenses there by Kaunismieli. Kaunismieli feints a counter leg kick. Kaunismieli fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Tyrone Jones on the side of the head. Tyrone Jones uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kaunismieli. A big right from Kaunismieli misses. An inside leg kick from Tyrone Jones misses. Kaunismieli flicks out a counter leg kick but Tyrone Jones steps away. Kaunismieli pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Tyrone Jones cracks Kaunismieli with a good jab. Tyrone Jones takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! A nice inside leg kick there by Kaunismieli. That's going to slow Tyrone Jones down. Tyrone Jones stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Kaunismieli. Kaunismieli throws a body punch but Tyrone Jones moves out of range. Tyrone Jones tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kaunismieli was well out of range. Poor timing from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones throws a nice looking combination but Kaunismieli bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.#T4# Tyrone Jones misses the shot to the body. Tyrone Jones throws a hook to the side of Kaunismieli's head but Kaunismieli sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Tyrone Jones scores with a jab. Kaunismieli acknowledges it with a nod of the head. Kaunismieli misses with a wild combination.
Kaunismieli throws a body kick that misses. Tyrone Jones turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick. Tyrone Jones lands with a cross. A big left from Tyrone Jones misses. Kaunismieli uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tyrone Jones. Kaunismieli takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Tyrone Jones throws a lazy right hand but Kaunismieli sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Kaunismieli moves away from the strike by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones ducks right into an uppercut from Kaunismieli. Tyrone Jones comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Kaunismieli works Tyrone Jones's body with a nice hook. Kaunismieli keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
An inside leg kick from Tyrone Jones misses. Kaunismieli throws a counter combo. Tyrone Jones missing with a left hand there. Kaunismieli was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Tyrone Jones 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. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Russell Tyrone Jones dominated that round. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! #R2# Kaunismieli avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Kaunismieli with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Kaunismieli throws a big shot that misses. Kaunismieli slips a straight right by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Tyrone Jones cracks Kaunismieli with a good jab. Tyrone Jones darts in and out, connecting with a jab. Kaunismieli feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Tyrone Jones's calf. Tyrone Jones misses with a straight left. Tyrone Jones looks to score with a jab to the body but Kaunismieli is just out of range. Tyrone Jones bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Kaunismieli takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it. Kaunismieli misses the jab. Tyrone Jones slips a straight right by Kaunismieli. Tyrone Jones throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A telegraphed right hand from Tyrone Jones misses the target. Tyrone Jones throws a shot to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action! Tyrone Jones loads up on a big right hand but Kaunismieli slips the punch. Tyrone Jones is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kaunismieli can do to turn this around? Tyrone Jones keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tyrone Jones throws a body shot but no joy. Tyrone Jones misses with a body shot.
Kaunismieli throws out a counter right but Tyrone Jones avoids it with no problem.#T1# Good standup being displayed there by Kaunismieli as he connects with a hook. Tyrone Jones comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range. Kaunismieli takes a shot right to the bread basket. Tyrone Jones tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Kaunismieli defends well and Tyrone Jones ends up having to push Kaunismieli into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch. Tyrone Jones looks to land a right hand but Kaunismieli moved out of range. Kaunismieli lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent. Kaunismieli shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Tyrone Jones eats them both and turns towards Kaunismieli to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo. Kaunismieli tries to land a leg kick but Tyrone Jones saw it coming and moves away.
Tyrone Jones lands a nice leg kick that just misses Kaunismieli's sensitive parts. #TD# Tyrone Jones closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Kaunismieli quickly recovers to half guard. This has been an exciting period of action! Tyrone Jones is keen to just control but Kaunismieli is a slippery customer. Tyrone Jones trying to control the pace. Tyrone Jones stalling away here and it's allowed Kaunismieli to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard. Tyrone Jones is pushing down on Kaunismieli's leg trying to pass to half guard. Kaunismieli is fighting to maintain full guard but Tyrone Jones has managed to sneak the leg through.#T2# Tyrone Jones performing his best blanket impression for a moment. Tyrone Jones tries to pass the half guard into mount. Kaunismieli knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. Tyrone Jones wants to control but Kaunismieli is keeping him busy. Tyrone Jones seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. #SUB# Tyrone Jones is trying to work for a kimura but Kaunismieli is defending well.
Tyrone Jones sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Kaunismieli defending well though. #T3# Tyrone Jones drops an elbow to the side of Kaunismieli's head. Tyrone Jones wants to take a breather but Kaunismieli is having none of it. Tyrone Jones slips a nice elbow through Kaunismieli's hands, connecting with Kaunismieli's forehead. 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. Tyrone Jones lands a nice short elbow. Tyrone Jones controlling the action here. Tyrone Jones tries to pass to full mount but Kaunismieli defends it. Tyrone Jones throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. Tyrone Jones wants to control but Kaunismieli is keeping him busy. Kaunismieli works his way to full guard. Good work.#T4# Tyrone Jones trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. Kaunismieli has control of Tyrone Jones's left arm, preventing Tyrone Jones from doing any damage. Kaunismieli utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. Tyrone Jones throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. Tyrone Jones is fighting to break Kaunismieli's control of his arms but Kaunismieli is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment. Kaunismieli utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity. Kaunismieli misses with a straight right. Kaunismieli takes a jab right on the kisser.
Tyrone Jones loads up on a big right hand but Kaunismieli slips the punch. Kaunismieli misses with a hook. Kaunismieli throws a lazy right hand but Tyrone Jones sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Tyrone Jones throws a body shot but no joy. Tyrone Jones jabs Kaunismieli right on the nose. Kaunismieli blinks but takes it well. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Russell Tyrone Jones dominated that second 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. #R3# Kaunismieli uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones just misses with a punch to the body.
Tyrone Jones looks to score with a jab to the body but Kaunismieli is just out of range. A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Tyrone Jones throws the left hand but Kaunismieli avoids the punch easily. Kaunismieli's jab looks to have found its range, popping Tyrone Jones under the eye. A big right from Tyrone Jones misses. Tyrone Jones doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body. Kaunismieli slips a straight right by Tyrone Jones. Kaunismieli throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land. Tyrone Jones scores with a decent looking hook. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Kaunismieli lands with a nice body punch. Kaunismieli throws a wild body kick that Tyrone Jones sees coming a mile off. A clash of legs there as Kaunismieli blocks the low kick. Kaunismieli throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tyrone Jones half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range. Tyrone Jones darts in and out, connecting with a jab. Tyrone Jones swings for the body but Kaunismieli moves out of range.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Tyrone Jones looks to throw the jab but Kaunismieli is out of range. #T1# Kaunismieli feints and then cracks Tyrone Jones's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Tyrone Jones down. Tyrone Jones dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Kaunismieli. That did some damage! Kaunismieli on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. Tyrone Jones connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Kaunismieli momentarily.
Tyrone Jones takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming. A nice leg kick lands there from Kaunismieli. Russell Tyrone Jones is winning the standup battle so far. Kaunismieli keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tyrone Jones. Kaunismieli misses with a looping left. Tyrone Jones's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Kaunismieli connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Tyrone Jones scrambles back to his feet. Tyrone Jones finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Kaunismieli ducks under a wild hook from Tyrone Jones. Kaunismieli moves out of range of the strikes. Kaunismieli lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected. Tyrone Jones walks into a straight right hand from Kaunismieli. This has been an exciting period of action! Tyrone Jones throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Kaunismieli misses with a wild body shot. Tyrone Jones appears to be looking for a counter takedown. Kaunismieli throws a hook but Tyrone Jones avoids it easily. Tyrone Jones changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit. Kaunismieli catches Tyrone Jones with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong! Tyrone Jones connects with a jab.#T2# Kaunismieli loads up on a big right hand but Tyrone Jones slips the punch. Kaunismieli throws a nice head kick!
Kaunismieli throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Tyrone Jones shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Kaunismieli as he jumps to the side. Kaunismieli gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there. Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Kaunismieli. Tyrone Jones shrugs it off though. That kick from Tyrone Jones tenderised Kaunismieli's leg. Kaunismieli is trying to keep his angry face on. Kaunismieli lands a leg kick that knocks Tyrone Jones off balance momentarily. Kaunismieli takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor. Tyrone Jones checks a low kick from Kaunismieli. Tyrone Jones misses with a wild body shot. Tyrone Jones tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target. Tyrone Jones waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kaunismieli. Kaunismieli has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye. A shot to the liver by Tyrone Jones. Beautiful body shot. A swing and a miss from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Kaunismieli lands an overhand right.#T3# Kaunismieli fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tyrone Jones manages to avoid it. Kaunismieli punishes Tyrone Jones's body with a nice straight punch. Kaunismieli scores with a leg kick.
Tyrone Jones misses with a double jab.
Tyrone Jones tries to score a power double leg takedown but Kaunismieli sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Tyrone Jones somewhat. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Russell Tyrone Jones. That's going to take a lot out of him. Kaunismieli scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard. Tyrone Jones takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Nice cross by Kaunismieli. Kaunismieli swings for the body but Tyrone Jones moves out of range.
Tyrone Jones throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kaunismieli sees it coming and avoids it easily. That kick from Kaunismieli tenderised Tyrone Jones's leg. Tyrone Jones is trying to keep his angry face on. Tyrone Jones misses with an uppercut. Kaunismieli saw that one coming. Tyrone Jones uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Kaunismieli has time to react. Tyrone Jones moves away from the strike by Kaunismieli. Tyrone Jones takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
#T4# This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Kaunismieli takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it. Tyrone Jones scores with a hook to the body. Kaunismieli takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. Kaunismieli throws a wild combination but nothing lands. Kaunismieli bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Kaunismieli throws the left hand but Tyrone Jones avoids the punch easily. Kaunismieli misses with a straight right. Kaunismieli's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down. Tyrone Jones shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones looks to score with a jab to the body but Kaunismieli is just out of range. Kaunismieli throws a hook but Tyrone Jones avoids it easily. Kaunismieli throws a wild body kick that Tyrone Jones sees coming a mile off. Tyrone Jones tried to score with a low kick but Kaunismieli checks it. Kaunismieli keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tyrone Jones. Kaunismieli uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tyrone Jones.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. That kick from Tyrone Jones tenderised Kaunismieli's leg. Kaunismieli is trying to keep his angry face on. Tyrone Jones throws a lazy right hand but Kaunismieli sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Kaunismieli steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tyrone Jones. Kaunismieli fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Tyrone Jones is out of range. Tyrone Jones with a lazy takedown attempt and Kaunismieli counters with a stiff right hand. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close third round but Kalervo Kaunismieli just about did enough to take it. That's time! Tyrone Jones's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. #R4# Tyrone Jones tries to score with a low kick but Kaunismieli moves his leg out of the way. Tyrone Jones walks into a stiff left hand from Kaunismieli. Tyrone Jones takes a swing at Kaunismieli's ribcage but misses. Kaunismieli uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kaunismieli. Kaunismieli scores with a jab. Kaunismieli ducks right into an uppercut from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones throws a hook but Kaunismieli blocks it. Nice shot by Kaunismieli.#TD# Tyrone Jones feints and as Kaunismieli raises his hands in defense, Tyrone Jones changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard. Tyrone Jones trying to control the position from guard on top but Kaunismieli is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Kaunismieli is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent. Tyrone Jones trying to control the position from guard on top but Kaunismieli is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Tyrone Jones is stalling in the full guard. #T1# Tyrone Jones wants to control from the top but Kaunismieli keeps moving. Tyrone Jones passes easily into side control. Nice work. Russell Tyrone Jones overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. Kaunismieli can't do much from the bottom here. Tyrone Jones trying to control the position but Kaunismieli is working away. Tyrone Jones moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now. #T2# My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer. Tyrone Jones creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Kaunismieli sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike. Tyrone Jones throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage. Tyrone Jones throws a strike aimed at the side of Kaunismieli's head but Kaunismieli avoids it well. Tyrone Jones remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while. Kaunismieli taking punishment in the form of punches.
Tyrone Jones trying to control the position but Kaunismieli is working away. #T3# You can see the frustration on Kaunismieli's face as Tyrone Jones controls the position. Tyrone Jones wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kaunismieli keeps working. #REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity. Tyrone Jones misses with a wild body shot. Kaunismieli takes one to the chin there. Nice uppercut lands for Tyrone Jones. That snapped Kaunismieli's head back.
Tyrone Jones swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tyrone Jones scores with a body shot.
Tyrone Jones throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kaunismieli sees it coming and avoids it easily. Tyrone Jones takes a body punch but keeps moving. Kaunismieli lands a jab to the head.
Tyrone Jones is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Kaunismieli lunges at Tyrone Jones with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Tyrone Jones's hand. #T4# Tyrone Jones 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. Tyrone Jones misses with a hook. Tyrone Jones tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kaunismieli was well out of range. Poor timing from Tyrone Jones. Kaunismieli was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Kaunismieli missing with a left hand there. Tyrone Jones was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Tyrone Jones just misses with a punch to the body.
Tyrone Jones swings for the body but Kaunismieli moves out of range.
Tyrone Jones walks into a left hand. Kaunismieli lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Tyrone Jones throws a right and a left that both miss. Kaunismieli swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made. Kaunismieli scores with a slapping inside leg kick. Tyrone Jones moves away from the strike by Kaunismieli. Kaunismieli cracks Tyrone Jones with a right hand to the side of the head. Kaunismieli thuds a left hand into Tyrone Jones's body. Good shot there by Kaunismieli. Kaunismieli throws a lazy right hand but Tyrone Jones sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Tyrone Jones scores with a jab to the jaw. Kaunismieli misses with a wild body shot. Tyrone Jones lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close fourth round but I would say that Russell Tyrone Jones will probably get the nod. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round! #R5# Kaunismieli fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Tyrone Jones on the side of the head. Kaunismieli keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Kaunismieli throws a body punch but Tyrone Jones moves out of range. Kaunismieli throws out a powerful jab. Nice sprawl there from Kaunismieli as Tyrone Jones shoots in. Kaunismieli walks into a left hand. #TD# Kaunismieli gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Tyrone Jones to score an easy takedown into full guard. Kaunismieli being controlled here, momentarily. Kaunismieli keeping moving, preventing Tyrone Jones from controlling successfully. Tyrone Jones advances position into side control!#T1# Tyrone Jones misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
You can see the frustration on Kaunismieli's face as Tyrone Jones controls the position. Check out the look on Tyrone Jones's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Tyrone Jones is working Kaunismieli over with some ground and pound from side control. Tyrone Jones taking a breather here. Kaunismieli is not content to let Tyrone Jones control the position. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB# Tyrone Jones tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #T2# The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so. The strikes coming from Tyrone Jones are missing the target in this wave of attacks. Tyrone Jones wants to control but Kaunismieli is keeping him busy. Tyrone Jones taking a breather here. Tyrone Jones creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Kaunismieli sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike. Tyrone Jones creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Kaunismieli sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike. #T3# Tyrone Jones wants to control for a moment but Kaunismieli uses the opportunity to move back to half guard. Tyrone Jones has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission. Tyrone Jones content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. Kaunismieli won't allow Tyrone Jones to pass to mount. Tyrone Jones wants to control but Kaunismieli is keeping him busy. #REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity. Kaunismieli misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Tyrone Jones swings away with a leg kick that misses. Tyrone Jones lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head. Kaunismieli with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Kalervo Kaunismieli has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4# Kaunismieli throws a lazy right hand but Tyrone Jones sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. The fighters circling - Tyrone Jones throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Kaunismieli jabbing away but nothing is landing. Tyrone Jones slips a straight right by Kaunismieli. Tyrone Jones scores with a hook. Tyrone Jones connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. Kaunismieli throws the left hand but Tyrone Jones avoids the punch easily. Kaunismieli lands an overhand right. Tyrone Jones throws a wild combination but nothing lands. Tyrone Jones lands with an uppercut that bounces Kaunismieli off the cage and back into range. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Tyrone Jones lands with an overhand left. Kaunismieli throws a leg kick but Tyrone Jones sees it coming and checks it nicely. Tyrone Jones smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button. Kaunismieli takes a body punch but keeps moving. Kaunismieli shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. Kaunismieli walks into a stiff left hand from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones lands with an overhand left. Tyrone Jones throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Good exchange - Kaunismieli coming out on top.
And that's the end of the fight! Russell Tyrone Jones showed his dominance in that final round. Well Tyrone Jones 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 49:46 Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 49:46 Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 49:46
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Russell Tyrone Jones! Russell Tyrone Jones retains his middleweight title! Russell Tyrone Jones decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.
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Syn 661 Jones vs Toivonen
Date: Dec 15, 2019 |
#R1# An inside leg kick lands from Toivonen. Tyrone Jones slips under a jab from Toivonen. Tyrone Jones has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Razor Sharp Training Systems in the buildup to the fight. Tyrone Jones just misses with a punch to the body.
Tyrone Jones throws a lazy right hand but Toivonen sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Tyrone Jones throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
No joy there for Tyrone Jones, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Toivonen only half commits to the counter leg kick. Tyrone Jones throws a big shot that misses. Toivonen doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body. Toivonen throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tyrone Jones sees it coming and avoids it easily. Toivonen lands with a thumping leg kick.
Toivonen on the wrong end of a nice hook. Russell Tyrone Jones seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Tyrone Jones throws a right and a left that Toivonen avoids nicely. Tyrone Jones cracks Toivonen with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business. Toivonen misses with a hook. Tyrone Jones ducked under it nicely. A slow jab from Tyrone Jones misses its intended target. Tyrone Jones thows a left - swing and a miss! Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. The crowd cheers as Toivonen lands an impressive looking overhand right. Tyrone Jones doesn't seem phased though.#CUT2# It looks like Russell Tyrone Jones has been cut. Toivonen jabs Tyrone Jones to the body, keeping him at a distance. A big right from Tyrone Jones misses. Toivonen avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Tyrone Jones misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Toivonen.
Tyrone Jones lands a nice looking body shot.
Toivonen showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Tyrone Jones.
#T1# Toivonen misses with a kick to the body.
Tyrone Jones avoids the body shot from Toivonen.
Tyrone Jones dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Toivonen slips a straight right by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. Toivonen 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.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it! Tyrone Jones just misses with a punch to the body.
Tyrone Jones scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business. Pekka Toivonen is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Tyrone Jones lands a head kick. Toivonen smiles back at him and beckons him forward. Toivonen scores with a slapping inside leg kick. A nice inside leg kick there by Tyrone Jones. That's going to slow Toivonen down. Tyrone Jones swings for the body but Toivonen moves out of range.
Tyrone Jones ducks down and throws a hook to the body. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Toivonen takes a shot right to the bread basket. Nice defenses there by Toivonen. Toivonen tries a quick counter leg kick but Tyrone Jones is wise to it. Tyrone Jones throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tyrone Jones scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent. Toivonen on the wrong end of a nice hook. Tyrone Jones looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. Tyrone Jones paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.#T2# Toivonen tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target. Tyrone Jones feints and then cracks Toivonen's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Toivonen down. A swing and a miss from Toivonen. Toivonen scores with the left hand. Tyrone Jones knows he should have avoided that one. Tyrone Jones throws a leg kick but Toivonen moved away. Tyrone Jones scores with a leg kick.
Tyrone Jones ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Toivonen moves away. Toivonen blocks a leg kick. A clash of legs there as Toivonen blocks the low kick. Toivonen connects with a crisp jab. Tyrone Jones scores with a nice head shot. Tyrone Jones swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Toivonen with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Tyrone Jones to score with a decent uppercut. Toivonen lands a nice leg kick that just misses Tyrone Jones's sensitive parts. Toivonen throws a nice outside leg kick. Toivonen comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range. Toivonen throws a big shot that misses. Tyrone Jones misses with a body shot.
Tyrone Jones on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere. Tyrone Jones waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Toivonen.#T3##KD2# Toivonen lands a big uppercut and Tyrone Jones crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Tyrone Jones looks OK. Toivonen waves Tyrone Jones back to his feet! Tyrone Jones looks to score with a jab to the body but Toivonen is just out of range. Tyrone Jones throws a low kick, looking for Toivonen's leg but Toivonen calmly moves out of range. Toivonen misses with a straight left. Tyrone Jones just misses with a punch to the body.
Toivonen misses with a body shot.
Tyrone Jones lands a body shot.
Tyrone Jones loads up on a big right hand but Toivonen slips the punch. Tyrone Jones throws an overhand right that lands on Toivonen's shoulder, as Toivonen tries to avoid the shot. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Toivonen displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tyrone Jones throws out the jab. Tyrone Jones slips a jab from Toivonen. Tyrone Jones half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range. Tyrone Jones stuns Toivonen with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range. Toivonen fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Tyrone Jones checks it well. Toivonen misses with a low kick. Toivonen misses with an uppercut. Toivonen throws out a loose jab but Tyrone Jones uses good head movement to avoid it. Toivonen misses with a straight right. Tyrone Jones changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit. Toivonen is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Tyrone Jones had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté. Toivonen lands with a hook. Tyrone Jones tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. #CUT2# Russell Tyrone Jones's cut is getting worse. Tyrone Jones throws a leg kick and Toivonen counters with a straight right hand. Tyrone Jones misses with an uppercut. Toivonen looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#T4# Tyrone Jones misses with a wild body shot. Thud! ouch! good body kick from Toivonen - that will leave a mark!
Tyrone Jones throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Toivonen swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Tyrone Jones catches Toivonen with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong! Toivonen thuds his shin into the meat of Tyrone Jones's side. Toivonen takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh. Tyrone Jones throws a body shot but no joy. Tyrone Jones is looking to wear down Toivonen with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment. Tyrone Jones misses with a hook
and Toivonen counters with a lovely straight right hand! Tyrone Jones moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross. Tyrone Jones misses with a hook. Toivonen takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Tyrone Jones fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Toivonen manages to avoid it. Toivonen was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind. Tyrone Jones throws a lazy right hand but Toivonen sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Toivonen let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land. Toivonen misses with a hook. As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action. Tyrone Jones scores with a jab to the head.
Tyrone Jones ducks down and throws a hook to the body. Toivonen throws a shot from downtown. Tyrone Jones moves away and avoids it. Tyrone Jones throws a low kick, looking for Toivonen's leg but Toivonen calmly moves out of range. Nice cross by Tyrone Jones. 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 Russell Tyrone Jones will probably get the nod. The cut man is working on Russell Tyrone Jones's cut. 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# A good leg kick by Tyrone Jones. #KD2# Toivonen lands a big right hand that sends Tyrone Jones crashing to the mat! Toivonen stays standing though and waves Tyrone Jones back to his feet!#ROC2# Tyrone Jones is rocked! Tyrone Jones fakes a head shot and lands one to the body. Oh Tyrone Jones is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!! Toivonen throws the left hand but Tyrone Jones avoids the punch easily. Tyrone Jones throws a jab but it's blocked by Toivonen. Tyrone Jones on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Toivonen. Toivonen obviously looking to wear him down.
This has been an exciting period of action! Tyrone Jones moves out of range as Toivonen strikes. Pekka Toivonen seems to be getting the better of the standup. Toivonen uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones seems to have got his legs back now. Tyrone Jones lands a glancing blow to the side of Toivonen's head. A chopping leg kick lands by Toivonen. Toivonen circles to his right before unloading a perfect head kick! Tyrone Jones drops to the canvas, hurt badly! Toivonen follows Tyrone Jones to the ground and unloads with a series of strikes that force the referee to step in and end the fight! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:30 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Pekka Toivonen! A very excited looking Pekka Toivonen 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. Russell Tyrone Jones spoke after the fight, saying 'Wu Tang is for the children. We teach the children... Wu Tang fuh eva!'.
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Syn 656 Magufuli vs ODB
Date: Nov 10, 2019 |
#R1# Nice straight punches there by Tyrone Jones. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Tyrone Jones. Magufuli I V throws a body shot but no joy. Tyrone Jones scores with a nice strike. Tyrone Jones swings and misses with a hook to the body.
An inside leg kick lands from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones looks to land a left hand but Magufuli I V moved out of range nicely. Tyrone Jones tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Magufuli I V was well out of range. Poor timing from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Magufuli I V swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect. Magufuli I V seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym. A head kick by Tyrone Jones misses and Magufuli I V counters with a straight right hand.#CUT# It looks like Russell Tyrone Jones has been cut. Tyrone Jones swings for the body but Magufuli I V moves out of range.
Magufuli I V displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tyrone Jones throws out the jab. An attempted straight right counter from Magufuli I V misses the target. Magufuli I V moves out of range of the leg kick from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Magufuli I V at a distance.
Magufuli I V lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Tyrone Jones misses with a body shot.
Tyrone Jones walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Magufuli I V checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side. Tyrone Jones throws a sloppy body shot
and Magufuli I V counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Tyrone Jones is looking to slow Magufuli I V down with leg kicks. #T1# Nice shot lands for Tyrone Jones. Magufuli I V misses with a few strikes there.
Tyrone Jones uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook. Tyrone Jones misses with a looping right. Magufuli I V shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. Tyrone Jones throws a body shot but no joy. We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Tyrone Jones 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. Tyrone Jones walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Magufuli I V checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side. An attempted straight right counter from Magufuli I V misses the target. Kassim Magufuli I V is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Tyrone Jones changes levels and scores with a jab to the body. Magufuli I V shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. Magufuli I V defending well as Tyrone Jones loads up on a big left hand. A bone on bone clash there as Magufuli I V blocks the leg kick.
Tyrone Jones lands with a good body shot. Magufuli I V throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Tyrone Jones. This has been an exciting period of action! Tyrone Jones just misses with a punch to the body.
Tyrone Jones darts in and out, connecting with a jab. #T2# Tyrone Jones rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Magufuli I V counters with a nice body shot. Tyrone Jones getting the better of the striking in that exchange. Magufuli I V misses with a looping left. A shot to the body from Tyrone Jones misses and Magufuli I V makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick. Nice defenses there by Magufuli I V. Tyrone Jones loads up on a big right hand but Magufuli I V slips the punch. Magufuli I V is looking to counter punch. Tyrone Jones connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Magufuli I V momentarily.
That kick from Tyrone Jones tenderised Magufuli I V's leg. Magufuli I V is trying to keep his angry face on. Magufuli I V avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Magufuli I V throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Tyrone Jones on the side of the head. Tyrone Jones swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. And Magufuli I V counters with a quick kick to the body but Tyrone Jones blocks it. Tyrone Jones stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush. Tyrone Jones is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Magufuli I V had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté. Magufuli I V keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Magufuli I V with a body punch. A glancing blow. #T3# Magufuli I V slips under a jab from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones takes a body punch but keeps moving. Jab from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Magufuli I V counters with a lovely straight right hand!#KD# Magufuli I V lands a big head kick that sends Tyrone Jones tumbling to the mat! Magufuli I V takes a step backwards and waves Tyrone Jones back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC# Tyrone Jones is rocked!#CUT# That has opened up Russell Tyrone Jones's cut even more. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Magufuli I V slips a jab from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones is still on wobbly legs! Can Magufuli I V finish him? Magufuli I V uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones seems to have recovered his senses. Tyrone Jones moves out of range of the body kick. Tyrone Jones will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts. Tyrone Jones sizes up Magufuli I V with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. Tyrone Jones connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. Tyrone Jones thows a leg kick but Magufuli I V checks it and Magufuli I V counters with a low kick, right behind Tyrone Jones 's knee. Tyrone Jones throws out a powerful jab. Magufuli I V ducks under a wild hook from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones cracks Magufuli I V with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.#T4# Tyrone Jones misses with an uppercut. Magufuli I V walks into a jab. Tyrone Jones shoots in for a double leg but Magufuli I V sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy. Magufuli I V is looking to counter with a body kick. Tyrone Jones lands with an overhand left. Tyrone Jones has his takedown stuffed and Magufuli I V counters with a straight right hand. Kassim Magufuli I V has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Russell Tyrone Jones. Magufuli I V moves away from the strike by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones misses with an uppercut. It looked like Magufuli I V wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit. Tyrone Jones scores with a body shot.
Tyrone Jones ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Magufuli I V moves away. Magufuli I V was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit. Nice defenses there by Magufuli I V. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Tyrone Jones swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tyrone Jones swings and misses with a shot to the body and Magufuli I V cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. Magufuli I V avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Tyrone Jones lands a lovely overhand right. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Russell Tyrone Jones dominated that round. The cut man is working on Russell Tyrone Jones's cut. That's time! Magufuli I V's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. #R2# Tyrone Jones scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business. This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Magufuli I V might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far. A jab from Tyrone Jones does it's job there. Tyrone Jones keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Magufuli I V ducks under a wild hook from Tyrone Jones. Magufuli I V throws a counter high kick but Tyrone Jones was just alert enough to avoid it. Magufuli I V has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Magufuli I V there as he acknowledges the shot. The step up in weight doesn't seem to be a problem for Tyrone Jones. He's performing admirably here against the bigger man. Magufuli I V checks the leg kick nicely there.
Good leg kick by Tyrone Jones there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Tyrone Jones swings widly with a right hand
and Magufuli I V counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. Tyrone Jones ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent. Magufuli I V connects with a single shot there. Tyrone Jones connects with a high kick. This has been an exciting period of action! Tyrone Jones misses the shot to the body. Russell Tyrone Jones seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Tyrone Jones walks into a jab. Russell Tyrone Jones seems to be getting the better of the standup. Tyrone Jones keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Tyrone Jones misses the shot to the body. #T1# Magufuli I V walks into a straight right hand from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones throws a hook but Magufuli I V blocks it. Tyrone Jones throws a lazy uppercut
and Magufuli I V cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. Tyrone Jones ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent. Tyrone Jones rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Magufuli I V scores with a counter punch that sends Tyrone Jones to the canvas! Magufuli I V smells blood - he's punishing Tyrone Jones with more strikes and the ref has stopped it! Tyrone Jones has no idea where he is - he's tackled the ref... oh dear, poor guy, the crowd is in hysterics!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:23 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Kassim Magufuli I V! Kassim Magufuli I V retains his light heavyweight title! An out of breath Kassim Magufuli I V thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. In defeat, Russell Tyrone Jones stepped up to the mic, saying 'Wu Tang is for the children. We teach the children... Wu Tang fuh eva!'.
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Event:
Syn 651 Jones vs JYD III
Date: Oct 05, 2019 |
#R1# Tyrone Jones misses with a looping left. Dog tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away. Tyrone Jones looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. Tyrone Jones has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Razor Sharp Training Systems in the buildup to the fight.#CL2# Dog pushes Tyrone Jones up against the cage in a clinch.#TD# Tyrone Jones has hold of one of Dog's legs. Dog is fighting the takedown attempt but Tyrone Jones gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard. Tyrone Jones trying to control but Dog is working from the bottom. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2# Dog is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Tyrone Jones defends well. Dog wants to sweep here but Tyrone Jones controlling him for the moment. Tyrone Jones passes into half guard. Dog is looking for a sweep. Tyrone Jones is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position. Tyrone Jones seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Dog does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. Dog avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Tyrone Jones. Dog wants to improve his position but Tyrone Jones is controlling well.
Dog on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. Tyrone Jones is trying to control. Dog wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T1# Tyrone Jones 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. Tyrone Jones thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #SUB# Tyrone Jones is working for a kimura but Dog is defending it quite comfortably.
Tyrone Jones is trying to control the action in half guard but Dog is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. Dog trying to control here.
Tyrone Jones is trying to control. Dog wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. Tyrone Jones trying to pass the guard but Dog defending well. Dog is looking for a sweep. Tyrone Jones is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position. Tyrone Jones is controlling the pace.
Tyrone Jones slips a nice elbow through Dog's hands, connecting with Dog's forehead.#T2# Dog manages to get to full guard.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult. Tyrone Jones pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Dog is keeping the position for now. Tyrone Jones postures up.
Tyrone Jones looking to pass the guard. Dog keeping moving, preventing Tyrone Jones from controlling successfully. Dog controls Tyrone Jones momentarily but Tyrone Jones frees himself. #T3# Tyrone Jones controls from within his opponent's guard. Tyrone Jones trying to control the position from guard on top but Dog is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Dog is trying to keep Tyrone Jones in close.
Tyrone Jones trying to control the position from guard on top but Dog is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up. Dog throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Dog moves out of range as Tyrone Jones throws a body kick.
Tyrone Jones throws a leg kick but Dog moved away. Tyrone Jones takes a swing at Dog's ribcage but misses. Dog bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Tyrone Jones scores with a hook to the body. Dog takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. Tyrone Jones ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Dog moves away. Tyrone Jones throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Tyrone Jones. Dog throws a front kick that sends Tyrone Jones stumbling back into the cage.#T4# Tyrone Jones throws a body punch but Dog moves out of range. Dog ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Dog lands with a nice combination. Tyrone Jones backs away looking to recover.#CUT2# It looks like Russell Tyrone Jones has been cut. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Dog walks into a straight right hand from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones misses with a hook
and Dog counters with a nice low kick that buckles Tyrone Jones's knee momentarily. Tyrone Jones throws a body punch but Dog moves out of range. A telegraphed right hand from Tyrone Jones misses the target. Dog moves out of range of the strikes. Dog looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it. Dog fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Tyrone Jones on the side of the head. Tyrone Jones misses with a body kick. A nice inside leg kick there by Dog. That's going to slow Tyrone Jones down. A big left from Tyrone Jones misses. Dog displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination. Dog connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. Russell Tyrone Jones seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Dog, as that shot connected.
Tyrone Jones takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Tyrone Jones lands a jab to Dog's midsection. A decent looking cross lands there for Dog. 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 Russell Tyrone Jones will probably get the nod. The cut man is working on Russell Tyrone Jones's cut. 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# Dog cracks Tyrone Jones with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd. Dog turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick. Dog throws a body kick that misses. Dog jabs Tyrone Jones right on the nose. Tyrone Jones blinks but takes it well. Tyrone Jones stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Dog. Tyrone Jones just misses with a punch to the body.
Dog replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Tyrone Jones blocks it well. Tyrone Jones throws a right hand that misses
and Dog counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. Tyrone Jones checks a leg kick. Dog scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business. Tyrone Jones scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent. Tyrone Jones jabbing away but nothing is landing. Dog ducks down and throws a hook to the body. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Tyrone Jones swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Dog lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Tyrone Jones at a distance.
We've been informed that Dog has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight. Tyrone Jones misses with a hook. Dog ducked under it nicely. Tyrone Jones throws a leg kick but Dog checks it. Dog walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Tyrone Jones checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side. Tyrone Jones misses with a lunging right hand
and Dog counters with a lovely shot to the body.#T1# Dog works the jab nicely. Tyrone Jones throws a poor cross that misses
and Dog connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Junkyard Dog seems to be getting the better of the standup. Tyrone Jones misses the shot to the body. Dog fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tyrone Jones manages to avoid it. Tyrone Jones was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit. Tyrone Jones misses with a looping left. Dog lands a nice shot to the body.
Tyrone Jones takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Dog finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
#CL2# Dog closes the distance and clinches.#TD2# Dog is trying to trip Tyrone Jones. He has hold of a leg but Tyrone Jones is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Dog persists though and gets the takedown into guard. Tyrone Jones is controlling Dog's posture. Dog pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Tyrone Jones is keeping the position for now. #SUB# Tyrone Jones is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB# Dog avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Dog stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Tyrone Jones swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T2# Dog advances to half guard. Tyrone Jones wants to get back to full guard but Dog has mounted him! Dog raining down shots from the mount! Russell Tyrone Jones overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. A nice elbow there by Dog. Dog raining down hammerfists from mount. Tyrone Jones tries to hold on but Dog pushes him away. Tyrone Jones tries to get back to half guard but can't. Dog cracks Tyrone Jones with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
Tyrone Jones is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Tyrone Jones is bucking up trying to escape but Dog cracks him with another couple of good strikes. Tyrone Jones manages to regain half guard. Good work. Tyrone Jones is looking to improve his position.
#T3# Dog drops an elbow to the side of Tyrone Jones's head. Dog thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Tyrone Jones's head. Tyrone Jones keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. Tyrone Jones trying to control but Dog postures up.
Tyrone Jones is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Dog is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him. Dog throwing shots but Tyrone Jones is blocking nicely. Tyrone Jones trying to control but Dog postures up.
Tyrone Jones is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB2# Dog is looking for a kimura but Tyrone Jones is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Dog to get the leverage. #T4# Tyrone Jones won't allow Dog to pass to mount. Dog is nestled in close to Tyrone Jones, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure. Tyrone Jones is looking for a sweep. Dog is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position. Tyrone Jones trying to control from the bottom.
Dog is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Tyrone Jones! Tyrone Jones taking shots to the head. Dog with a couple of short strikes. Tyrone Jones is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. Tyrone Jones regains half guard. Dog thows a huge punch but Tyrone Jones dodges it nicely.
Tyrone Jones wants to control but Dog is keeping busy.
Dog missing with the ground and pound from half guard. Tyrone Jones manages to get to full guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Junkyard Dog showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. The cut man is working on Russell Tyrone Jones's cut. The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. #R3# Tyrone Jones lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin. A telegraphed takedown attempt from Tyrone Jones is defended easily by Dog. Tyrone Jones connects with a jab. Dog throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Nice body punch from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones with a jab. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Dog shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. Tyrone Jones looks to land a right hand but Dog moved out of range. Tyrone Jones jabbing away but nothing is landing. Dog doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter. A lazy left from Tyrone Jones finds it's target. Tyrone Jones connects with the punch. Dog has been the more effective fighter overall so far. 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! Tyrone Jones lands with a thumping leg kick.
#T1# Dog is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot. Tyrone Jones clobbers Dog with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. #ROC# Dog is rocked! Tyrone Jones throws a body shot but no joy. Dog is still on wobbly legs! Can Tyrone Jones finish him? Tyrone Jones swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Dog seems to have recovered his senses. Tyrone Jones swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Tyrone Jones throws a poor cross that misses
letting Dog counter with a right hand. Both fighters are breathing heavily. Dog lands the left hand. Tyrone Jones throws a body shot but no joy. Dog lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise. Tyrone Jones lands a glancing blow to the side of Dog's head. A big right from Tyrone Jones misses. Dog only half commits to the counter leg kick. Tyrone Jones throws a hook but Dog blocks it. Dog takes a shot to the body in his stride.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Tyrone Jones uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Dog.
Dog scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.#CL# Tyrone Jones has taken the fight to the clinch.
#T2# Tyrone Jones misses with a hook from the clinch. An uppercut to the body lands inside from Tyrone Jones. Dog working aggressively here.
Dog has a couple of punches blocked by Tyrone Jones.
A short body shot lands from Dog as the two fighters clinch.
Dog throws a punch but it's blocked by Tyrone Jones. Dog lands with a short shot to the head. Dog pushes Tyrone Jones back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. Dog blocks a body shot from Tyrone Jones. Dog softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage. Tyrone Jones misses with a punch on the inside.
Tyrone Jones struggles to land a body shot inside as Dog controls his hands.
Tyrone Jones tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Dog lands with a right to the head. Tyrone Jones blocks a body shot from Dog. Tyrone Jones throws a punch but it's blocked by Dog. Dog goes for a takedown in the clinch but Tyrone Jones prevents it.
A head punch on the inside from Dog fails to land. Dog blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Dog lands a hook that snaps the head of Tyrone Jones backwards. Junkyard Dog seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.#T3# Dog has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Tyrone Jones after a bit of a struggle. Dog blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
#TD2# Dog lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Tyrone Jones wants to improve his position but Dog is controlling well.
Dog passes to side control. Dog cracks Tyrone Jones with a big right hand but Tyrone Jones just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Tyrone Jones is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.#SUB2# Dog is working for a submission of some sort.
Tyrone Jones controlling the position well. Dog is thwarting Tyrone Jones's attempts to control the position.#T4# Tyrone Jones has his hands clasped together around Dog's back. He's all about the action. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Tyrone Jones trying to control from the bottom.
Tyrone Jones taking some punishment here, with Dog in his half guard. Dog throwing shots but Tyrone Jones is blocking nicely. Dog sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Tyrone Jones defending well though. Dog is thwarting Tyrone Jones's attempts to control the position. Dog landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. Dog slips a nice elbow through Tyrone Jones's hands, connecting with Tyrone Jones's forehead. Dog has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan. Dog is thwarting Tyrone Jones's attempts to control the position.#SUB2# Dog is looking for a kimura here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close third round but Junkyard Dog just about did enough to take it. The cut man is working on Russell Tyrone Jones's cut. The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. #R4# Tyrone Jones attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin. Tyrone Jones catches Dog with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong! Dog avoids the body shot from Tyrone Jones.
Dog clobbers Tyrone Jones with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. Tyrone Jones misses with a body kick. Tyrone Jones throws a leg kick #TD2# so Dog counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility. Tyrone Jones tries to land a sweep but no joy. Tyrone Jones is trying to control the position but Dog postures up. Dog wants to pass the guard but Tyrone Jones is keeping the position. Tyrone Jones keeping moving, preventing Dog from controlling successfully. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Tyrone Jones is trying to keep Dog in close.
Tyrone Jones has control of Dog's left arm, preventing Dog from doing any damage. Tyrone Jones trying to control the position.
#T1# Tyrone Jones pulls Dog in close to prevent any damage. Tyrone Jones preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. Tyrone Jones is trying to control the position but Dog postures up. #REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity. Tyrone Jones connects with an inside leg kick. Dog keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tyrone Jones looks to land a right hand but Dog moved out of range. Tyrone Jones just misses with a punch to the body.
Dog takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness. Dog misses with a head kick.
#CL# Tyrone Jones has managed to clinch.
Tyrone Jones works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Tyrone Jones tries a body shot but Dog blocks it.
Tyrone Jones blocks an uppercut.
Dog misses with a hook from the clinch. Dog blocking some punches.
#T2# Tyrone Jones gets through Dog's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. Dog blocking some punches.
Dog misses with a short punch on the inside. Tyrone Jones prevents a body shot from Dog. Dog lands a body punch in the clinch. Dog wants a takedown.
Dog tries to score a body lock takedown but Tyrone Jones shows good agility there to stay on his feet. Dog is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted. Tyrone Jones lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Dog can't find room to land a body shot as Tyrone Jones controls the action.
A nice left hand lands by Dog.
Tyrone Jones lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Dog backwards. Tyrone Jones digs a right hand into Dog's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Dog's gas tank. Tyrone Jones lands a shot to the body. Tyrone Jones lands with a light punch inside. Tyrone Jones working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. Tyrone Jones tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Dog misses with a body punch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Dog. Tyrone Jones blocks an uppercut.
#T3# Tyrone Jones lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. Dog fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tyrone Jones stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body. Tyrone Jones lands with a short punch from the clinch.
#BC# Tyrone Jones pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Tyrone Jones ducks under a wild hook from Dog. Dog steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tyrone Jones. Dog pushing out the jab but it's not landing. A swing and a miss from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Dog. Tyrone Jones scores with a slapping inside leg kick. Dog doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body. Tyrone Jones drops his hands momentarily and Dog takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. Tyrone Jones throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Dog stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly. Dog uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tyrone Jones. A left lands for Tyrone Jones. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Tyrone Jones throws a body shot but no joy. #T4# Tyrone Jones moves away from the strike by Dog. Dog gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones misses with a straight left. Tyrone Jones scores with a sloppy right hand. Dog should have avoided that one. Dog throws a head kick that misses. Tyrone Jones moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot. Tyrone Jones throws a jab when Dog was well out of range. Dog takes one on the button.#CL2# Dog clinches with his opponent.
Dog tries for a takedown. No joy.
Russell Tyrone Jones has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Junkyard Dog. Dog lands a left hand.
A short body shot lands from Tyrone Jones as the two fighters clinch.
Tyrone Jones digs a right hand underneath Dog's ribcage. Dog let out a lung full of air as it connected. A short right hand to the side of the head by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones misses with the head strike.
Dog prevents a body shot from Tyrone Jones. Dog prevents a body shot from Tyrone Jones. Dog misses with a hook from the clinch. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Russell Tyrone Jones had his way with Junkyard Dog in that round. The cut man is working on Russell Tyrone Jones's cut. That's time! Tyrone Jones's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. And we move into the final round! #R5# Tyrone Jones misses with a hook. Tyrone Jones loads up on a big right hand but Dog slips the punch. Tyrone Jones misses with an uppercut. Dog saw that one coming. Tyrone Jones throws a leg kick which misses Dog's front leg but catches the back leg as Dog tries to avoid it. Tyrone Jones throws a hook but Dog avoids it easily. Tyrone Jones ducks down and throws a hook to the body. Tyrone Jones jabs Dog right on the nose. Dog blinks but takes it well. Tyrone Jones throws a hook but Dog avoids it easily. Tyrone Jones walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Dog checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side. Tyrone Jones throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tyrone Jones throws an overhand right that lands on Dog's shoulder, as Dog tries to avoid the shot. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Tyrone Jones lands a right hook to the body.
A telegraphed right hand from Tyrone Jones misses the target. Dog is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Tyrone Jones with a body shot.#CL# Tyrone Jones darts in and clinches Dog up against the cage. Tyrone Jones tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Dog's elbow. Dog misses with some punches.
Tyrone Jones fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
#T1# Tyrone Jones tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. A hook to the body from Dog.
Both of our modern day gladiators look out of it here - a gruelling 5 rounds of action taking it's toll on them, no doubt. Tyrone Jones is defending well against a takedown attempt. Tyrone Jones tries to work over Dog's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Tyrone Jones tries to break free but Dog pushes him back against the cage. Tyrone Jones has a couple of punches blocked by Dog.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tyrone Jones. Dog prevents a body shot from Tyrone Jones. Dog lands a left hand.
Tyrone Jones swings wildly with an uppercut but Dog uses good head movement to avoid it. #TD2# Dog gets a nice trip takedown into half guard. Tyrone Jones is looking to improve his position.
Tyrone Jones is trying to control but can't.
Nice strikes from Dog there. Tyrone Jones moves into full guard.
Dog pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Tyrone Jones is keeping the position for now. #T2# Tyrone Jones looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. Dog working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. Tyrone Jones trying to control the position here. Dog makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard. Dog scores with a decent looking elbow strike. Tyrone Jones not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#T3# Dog advances to half guard. Dog prevents Tyrone Jones from improving his position. Dog is looking to advance position but Tyrone Jones won't allow it. Dog lands with a punch from half guard. Tyrone Jones is looking to control Dog's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Tyrone Jones avoid being mounted? Dog drops an elbow to the side of Tyrone Jones's head. Dog throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. Tyrone Jones is trying is best to control the position here. Dog looks to score some points with some ground and pound. Dog lands strikes from half guard. Tyrone Jones wants to control but Dog is keeping busy.
#T4# Tyrone Jones avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Dog. Tyrone Jones wants to get back to full guard. Dog 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. Tyrone Jones wants to improve his position but Dog is controlling well.
Tyrone Jones trying to control from the bottom.
Tyrone Jones is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Dog scores with a couple of nice shots. Tyrone Jones is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Dog scores with a couple of nice shots. Dog not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. Dog looks to score some points with some ground and pound. Tyrone Jones wants to control but Dog is keeping busy.
Dog sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Tyrone Jones defending well though.
And that's the end of the fight! I would just about give that final round to Junkyard Dog. I think Dog 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 Chris Edwards scores the fight 47:48 Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 48:47 Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 48:47
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Russell Tyrone Jones! Russell Tyrone Jones retains his middleweight title! Russell Tyrone Jones 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.
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Event:
Syn 649 Jones vs Maracon III
Date: Sep 21, 2019 |
#R1# Tyrone Jones missing with a left hand there. Maraçon was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Tyrone Jones connects with a good right hand that stumbles Maraçon. Maraçon circles away out of range and recomposes himself. Tyrone Jones throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Maraçon tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target. A chopping leg kick lands by Maraçon. A slapping leg kick lands for Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones misses the jab. Tyrone Jones connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head. Tyrone Jones scores with a sloppy right hand. Maraçon should have avoided that one. Tyrone Jones lands with a right hand. Maraçon looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it. Maraçon throws a half hearted mid kick. Maraçon throws a leg kick that misses. #CL2# Maraçon rushes Tyrone Jones and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch. Tyrone Jones scores with a shot to the side of Maraçon's head. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Maraçon blocks a body shot from Tyrone Jones. Maraçon doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tyrone Jones lands a hook to the side of the head. Maraçon blocking some punches.
Maraçon lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. Maraçon misses with a body punch.
A right hook to the body lands for Tyrone Jones.
#T1# Maraçon misses with a hook to the ribs.
Maraçon lands a body punch in the clinch. Tyrone Jones cracks Maraçon with a nice body shot. Tyrone Jones lands a left hand.
Tyrone Jones tries to work over Maraçon's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Tyrone Jones working aggressively here.
Good body shot from Maraçon.
Tyrone Jones prevents a body shot from Maraçon. Tyrone Jones tries a body shot but Maraçon blocks it.
Tyrone Jones prevents a body shot from Maraçon. Tyrone Jones lands a body punch in the clinch. Tyrone Jones tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. A hook to the body from Maraçon.
Tyrone Jones has a couple of punches blocked by Maraçon.
Tyrone Jones fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Maraçon tries to work over Tyrone Jones's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Maraçon misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Maraçon lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. Tyrone Jones has a couple of punches blocked by Maraçon.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tyrone Jones. Maraçon misses with some punches.
I was talking to Tyrone Jones's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight. Maraçon lands a body shot. #T2# Maraçon working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. 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! Tyrone Jones misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tyrone Jones fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tyrone Jones lands a left hand that snaps the head of Maraçon backwards. Tyrone Jones pushes Maraçon back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. Maraçon blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tyrone Jones lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Tyrone Jones tries to work over Maraçon's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Tyrone Jones misses with a punch on the inside.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Tyrone Jones creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. Maraçon doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A head punch on the inside from Tyrone Jones fails to land. Tyrone Jones softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage. Maraçon lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage. Maraçon blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Maraçon lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Tyrone Jones backwards. A short right hand to the side of the head by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones blocks a body shot from Maraçon. A nice left hand lands by Maraçon.
Tyrone Jones misses with the head strike.
#BC# Tyrone Jones escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Maraçon blocks a low kick nicely. Maraçon steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Tyrone Jones.#T3# Maraçon connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. Maraçon keeps the fight on the outside. Maraçon throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tyrone Jones sees it coming and avoids it easily. Tyrone Jones throws out a loose jab but Maraçon uses good head movement to avoid it. Maraçon blocks a low kick nicely. Maraçon follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land. Tyrone Jones slips under a jab from Maraçon. Tyrone Jones cracks the inside of Maraçon's front leg. Tyrone Jones throws a hook but Maraçon blocks it. Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Maraçon. Tyrone Jones uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Maraçon. Tyrone Jones lands a nice shot to the body.
Tyrone Jones throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Tyrone Jones misses with a low kick. Maraçon is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Tyrone Jones with a body shot. Tyrone Jones drops his hands momentarily and Maraçon takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. Tyrone Jones bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Maraçon's head. Maraçon tries to land a front kick but Tyrone Jones steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed. Tyrone Jones is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Maraçon. Maraçon throws a low kick but Tyrone Jones moves out of range easily. Tyrone Jones connects with a right hand. Maraçon shakes it off. Tyrone Jones misses with a straight right. #T4# Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Tyrone Jones slips a straight right by Maraçon. Tyrone Jones connects with the punch. Maraçon avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Tyrone Jones misses with a straight right. Tyrone Jones misses with an uppercut. Maraçon saw that one coming. Tyrone Jones waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Maraçon. Tyrone Jones feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Maraçons jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist! Tyrone Jones steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Maraçon. Decent striking displayed by Tyrone Jones there. Tyrone Jones throws a jab when Maraçon was well out of range. Tyrone Jones misses with a left hand and Maraçon counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena. Tyrone Jones tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Maraçon manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat. Maraçon's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Tyrone Jones connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Maraçon scrambles back to his feet. Maraçon moves forwards but Tyrone Jones connects with a nice, crisp jab. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Maraçon takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. Maraçon moves out of range of the strikes. Tyrone Jones is really peppering his opponent's head with punches. Tyrone Jones on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Tyrone Jones shoots in and drives through. Maraçon sprawls well. Maraçon defending well as Tyrone Jones loads up on a big left hand. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Russell Tyrone Jones dominated that round. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. #R2##CL# Tyrone Jones clinches up against the cage. A short right hand to the side of the head by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones lands a hook that snaps the head of Maraçon backwards. Tyrone Jones lands on the inside with an uppercut. Tyrone Jones throws a punch but it's blocked by Maraçon. Tyrone Jones doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Maraçon lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Tyrone Jones backwards. Maraçon blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A nice right hand lands inside from Maraçon. Tyrone Jones misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Tyrone Jones lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. Good anti-grappling being displayed by Maraçon as Tyrone Jones tries to tie him up. With the fighters clinched against the cage, Tyrone Jones creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. Maraçon misses with a hook to the ribs.
A right hook to the body lands for Tyrone Jones.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Tyrone Jones misses with some punches.
Tyrone Jones misses with the head strike.
A hook to the body from Tyrone Jones.
A right hand to the body from Maraçon.
Tyrone Jones blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tyrone Jones lands a hook that snaps the head of Maraçon backwards. Tyrone Jones is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Maraçon can do to turn this around?#T1# Maraçon working some nice short punches in the clinch. Maraçon misses with a punch on the inside.
Maraçon blocks an uppercut.
Tyrone Jones fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tyrone Jones lands a hook that snaps the head of Maraçon backwards. Tyrone Jones content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Tyrone Jones misses with a hook from the clinch. Tyrone Jones can't find room to land a body shot as Maraçon controls the action.
Maraçon tries to throw a body punch but Tyrone Jones avoids it by throwing Maraçon back against the cage. Maraçon tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Maraçon struggles to land a body shot inside as Tyrone Jones controls his hands.
Tyrone Jones tries to work over Maraçon's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Maraçon's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! Maraçon tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tyrone Jones's elbow. Maraçon doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Maraçon looks to throw an elbow but misses. Maraçon lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Maraçon misses with a hook from the clinch. Tyrone Jones doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones lands a nice shot to the body. #T2# A nice right hand lands inside from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones swings wildly with an uppercut but Maraçon uses good head movement to avoid it. Russell Tyrone Jones has scored more points in the clinch so far. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Maraçon can't find room to land a body shot as Tyrone Jones controls the action.
Maraçon tries to throw a body punch but Tyrone Jones avoids it by throwing Maraçon back against the cage. Maraçon lands with a light punch inside. Maraçon throws a head punch that misses. Tyrone Jones tries to throw a body punch but Maraçon avoids it by throwing Tyrone Jones back against the cage. Tyrone Jones lands a hook to the side of the head. Tyrone Jones takes a shot to the head. Nice body punch from Maraçon - that landed with a thud.
Tyrone Jones misses with a punch to the body.
Tyrone Jones misses with a hook from the clinch. Maraçon misses with a body punch.
Maraçon lands a nice shot to the body. Maraçon lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Tyrone Jones backwards. A head punch blocked on the inside by Maraçon. A quick uppercut on the inside from Maraçon. Maraçon goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Maraçon misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tyrone Jones working aggressively here.
#T3# Tyrone Jones struggles to land a body shot inside as Maraçon controls his hands.
Maraçon misses with a punch on the inside.
Maraçon has a couple of punches blocked by Tyrone Jones.
Maraçon lands a shot to the body. Maraçon throws a head punch that misses. Maraçon misses with a hook from the clinch. Tyrone Jones trying to control the position but instead, Maraçon has worked for underhooks and has pushed Tyrone Jones into the cage. A head punch blocked on the inside by Maraçon. Tyrone Jones lands a left hand.
Tyrone Jones throws a head punch that misses. Maraçon blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tyrone Jones is leaning against Maraçon and scores with a nice uppercut to the body. Tyrone Jones prevents a body shot from Maraçon. A short right hand to the side of the head by Tyrone Jones. Maraçon works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Tyrone Jones lands a body shot. Maraçon lands with a short shot to the head. Maraçon takes a shot to the head. #T4# Tyrone Jones misses with a short punch on the inside. An uppercut to the body lands inside from Tyrone Jones. Maraçon is breathing heavily. Tyrone Jones lands a hook that snaps the head of Maraçon backwards. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Tyrone Jones misses with a punch to the body.
Tyrone Jones misses with a hook to the ribs.
Maraçon doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tyrone Jones scores with an uppercut up the middle. Tyrone Jones fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tyrone Jones lands an uppercut. Tyrone Jones misses with a body punch.
Maraçon misses with a punch on the inside.
Tyrone Jones tries to throw a body punch but Maraçon avoids it by throwing Tyrone Jones back against the cage. Tyrone Jones is working Maraçon over against the cage. Tyrone Jones struggles to land a body shot inside as Maraçon controls his hands.
Maraçon misses with some punches.
Maraçon digs a right hand underneath Tyrone Jones's ribcage. Tyrone Jones let out a lung full of air as it connected. Maraçon scores with an uppercut up the middle. Tyrone Jones can't find room to land a body shot as Maraçon controls the action.
Maraçon misses with a short punch on the inside. Tyrone Jones digs a right hand into Maraçon's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Maraçon's gas tank. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Russell Tyrone Jones dominated that second round. The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! #R3# Maraçon takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. Tyrone Jones throws the left hand but Maraçon avoids the punch easily. Tyrone Jones throws a hook but Maraçon avoids it easily. Maraçon takes a shot right to the bread basket. Tyrone Jones misses the jab.#TD# Tyrone Jones shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Maraçon is trying to defend but Tyrone Jones finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further. Maraçon is refusing to be controlled, as Tyrone Jones sits in half guard. Tyrone Jones is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen. Tyrone Jones has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Maraçon is looking for a sweep. Tyrone Jones is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T1# Maraçon wants to control but Tyrone Jones is keeping busy.
Tyrone Jones tries to pass the half guard into mount. Maraçon knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. Maraçon is positioning himself well to prevent Tyrone Jones advancing to mount. Maraçon is trying to get back to full guard. Maraçon trying to control from the bottom.
Tyrone Jones wants to control but Maraçon is keeping him busy. Tyrone Jones perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Tyrone Jones not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. Tyrone Jones trying to control the pace. Tyrone Jones seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Maraçon does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2# The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up. Maraçon lands a nice looking body shot.
Tyrone Jones ducks under a wild hook from Maraçon. Tyrone Jones lands a glancing blow to the side of Maraçon's head. A looping hook to the body misses from Tyrone Jones. Maraçon does a little dance to reset his feet. Maraçon looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it. Maraçon misses with an uppercut. Tyrone Jones saw that one coming. Maraçon just misses with a punch to the body.
Maraçon blocks a jab. Tyrone Jones scoring well with a low kick there.
A shot to the liver by Tyrone Jones. Beautiful body shot.#CL2# Maraçon instigates a clinch. Maraçon tries a body shot but Tyrone Jones blocks it.
Nice body punch from Tyrone Jones. Maraçon takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. A nice left hand lands by Tyrone Jones.
A body shot lands from Tyrone Jones.
A right hand to the body from Tyrone Jones.
A nice left hand lands by Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones misses with some punches.
Maraçon misses with the head strike.
#T3# Maraçon working aggressively here.
A short right from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones lands a right hand. A nice right hand lands inside from Tyrone Jones. A shot in the inside from Tyrone Jones. Maraçon has a couple of punches blocked by Tyrone Jones.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Tyrone Jones tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Maraçon's elbow. A head punch on the inside from Tyrone Jones fails to land. Maraçon prevents a body shot from Tyrone Jones. Maraçon blocking some punches.
Tyrone Jones being controlled against the cage. Maraçon struggles to land a body shot inside as Tyrone Jones controls his hands.
#BC# Tyrone Jones escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Tyrone Jones lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range. Maraçon throws a lazy right hand but Tyrone Jones sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#T4# A slow jab from Tyrone Jones misses its intended target. Tyrone Jones moves into range and connects with a jab. Maraçon uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tyrone Jones. Russell Tyrone Jones seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. A swing and a miss from Maraçon. Tyrone Jones cracks Maraçon with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd. Tyrone Jones scores with a hook to the body. Maraçon takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. The fighters circling - Tyrone Jones throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Tyrone Jones throws a shot from downtown. Maraçon moves away and avoids it.#CL# Tyrone Jones clinches. Maraçon tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Maraçon trying to control the position but instead, Tyrone Jones has worked for underhooks and has pushed Maraçon into the cage. Tyrone Jones struggles to land a body shot inside as Maraçon controls his hands.
Tyrone Jones throws a punch but it's blocked by Maraçon. Maraçon throws a head punch that misses. Tyrone Jones misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Tyrone Jones misses with a short punch on the inside. #BC# Tyrone Jones pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Russell Tyrone Jones clearly takes that round. The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! #R4# Maraçon scores with a head kick.
Maraçon takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Maraçon lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent. Tyrone Jones scores with a decent looking hook. Tyrone Jones scores with a jab to the jaw. Tyrone Jones just misses with a punch to the body.
Maraçon moves out of range as Tyrone Jones strikes. Tyrone Jones pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Tyrone Jones takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Maraçon is looking to slow Tyrone Jones down with leg kicks. Maraçon bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Tyrone Jones throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tyrone Jones misses with an uppercut. Tyrone Jones scoring well with a low kick there.
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! Maraçon misses with an uppercut. Tyrone Jones saw that one coming. Tyrone Jones avoids a kick to the body.
Tyrone Jones throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. Tyrone Jones throws a lazy right hand but Maraçon sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#T1# Maraçon on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Maraçon scores with a jab to the body. Tyrone Jones ducks right into an uppercut from Maraçon. Maraçon uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Maraçon checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side. Nice defenses there by Maraçon. Maraçon looks to land a body kick but Tyrone Jones moved away. Tyrone Jones swings and misses with a shot to the body and Maraçon counters with a left to the body. Maraçon jabs Tyrone Jones to the body, keeping him at a distance. A good leg kick by Maraçon. Tyrone Jones lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range. Maraçon lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected. Maraçon connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. A clash of legs there as Tyrone Jones blocks the low kick. Maraçon tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Tyrone Jones is able to avoid easily. Tyrone Jones looks to throw the jab but Maraçon is out of range. 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! Maraçon moves out of range of the leg kick from Tyrone Jones.#T2# Tyrone Jones throws out a loose jab but Maraçon uses good head movement to avoid it. Maraçon is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Maraçon manages to avoid it. Tyrone Jones throws a leg kick that is checked and Maraçon makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Tyrone Jones really felt that one! Maraçon connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head. Maraçon ducks right into an uppercut from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones throws a hook but Maraçon blocks it. Maraçon looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it. Maraçon lands with a good body shot. Tyrone Jones looks to score with a jab to the body but Maraçon is just out of range. Russell Tyrone Jones is winning the standup battle so far. Maraçon fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Tyrone Jones has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage. Maraçon cracks Tyrone Jones with a right hand to the side of the head. Tyrone Jones throws a lazy right hand but Maraçon sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Tyrone Jones throws out a loose jab but Maraçon uses good head movement to avoid it. Maraçon missing with a left hand there. Tyrone Jones was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Tyrone Jones throws a jab when Maraçon was well out of range. Tyrone Jones throws a body punch but Maraçon moves out of range. It seemed like Maraçon was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. Maraçon fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.#T3# Tyrone Jones throws a hook to the side of Maraçon's head but Maraçon sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Maraçon looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it. Tyrone Jones looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Nice uppercut there from Tyrone Jones. A leg kick checked by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones throws a body shot but no joy. Maraçon looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it. Good standup being displayed there by Tyrone Jones as he connects with a hook.#CL# Tyrone Jones rushes Maraçon and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch. Maraçon misses with a short punch on the inside. Tyrone Jones lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. A short left from Tyrone Jones. A head punch on the inside from Tyrone Jones fails to land. Maraçon throws a punch but it's blocked by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones throws a punch but it's blocked by Maraçon. Maraçon has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye. An uppercut to the body lands inside from Maraçon. #BC# Tyrone Jones breaks from the clinch.
Tyrone Jones scores with a shot to the body.
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! Maraçon drops his hands momentarily and Tyrone Jones takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. Tyrone Jones throws a low kick but Maraçon avoids it.#T4# Tyrone Jones closes the distance looking to clinch and Maraçon counters with a stiff right hand. Maraçon tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tyrone Jones was well out of range. Poor timing from Maraçon. Tyrone Jones lands a jab. Tyrone Jones throws a leg kick but Maraçon sees it coming and checks it nicely. Tyrone Jones tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Maraçon is able to avoid easily. Tyrone Jones takes a shot right to the bread basket. Maraçon lands with a good body shot. Tyrone Jones throws a body shot but no joy. A swing and a miss from Tyrone Jones. Maraçon throws a front kick that sends Tyrone Jones stumbling back into the cage. Tyrone Jones takes one to the chin there. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Maraçon steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones avoids the body shot from Maraçon.
Tyrone Jones cracks Maraçon with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage. Tyrone Jones tries to work over Maraçon's front leg with a kick but Maraçon checks it. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close fourth round but I would say that Russell Tyrone Jones will probably get the nod. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round! #R5# Maraçon looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Tyrone Jones throws a big shot that misses. Tyrone Jones lands with a straight right. Maraçon didn't see that one coming. Tyrone Jones avoids a kick to the body.
Tyrone Jones fakes a head shot and lands one to the body. Maraçon throws a body punch but Tyrone Jones moves out of range. Maraçon throws a good cross that connects.
Maraçon keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tyrone Jones. Maraçon throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Tyrone Jones on the side of the head. Tyrone Jones walks into a stiff left hand from Maraçon. A big right from Maraçon misses. Tyrone Jones steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Maraçon. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Nice uppercut lands for Tyrone Jones. That snapped Maraçon's head back.
Maraçon throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. Maraçon has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Maraçon there as he acknowledges the shot. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Tyrone Jones, as that shot connected.
Tyrone Jones misses the jab. Tyrone Jones throws a poor cross that misses
and Maraçon counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.#T1# Tyrone Jones scores with a crisp jab that stopped Maraçon in his tracks. #CL2# Maraçon instigates a clinch. Tyrone Jones lands a body shot. Maraçon is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell? Maraçon fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tyrone Jones digs a right hand into Maraçon's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Maraçon's gas tank. Tyrone Jones throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Maraçons head. Tyrone Jones pushes Maraçon back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. Tyrone Jones tries to work over Maraçon's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. A short right from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tyrone Jones misses with a punch on the inside.
Maraçon misses with a body punch.
Tyrone Jones tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Maraçon's elbow. Tyrone Jones digs a right hand into Maraçon's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Maraçon's gas tank. Maraçon has a couple of punches blocked by Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones lands a left hand.
Tyrone Jones blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning. Tyrone Jones lands a hook to the side of the head. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Maraçon blocks an uppercut.
#T2# Maraçon has a couple of punches blocked by Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones lands a right hand that snaps the head of Maraçon backwards. Maraçon goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Tyrone Jones digs a right hand into Maraçon's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Maraçon's gas tank. Tyrone Jones makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut. Tyrone Jones lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. Tyrone Jones working some nice short punches in the clinch. A head punch blocked on the inside by Maraçon. Maraçon struggles to land a body shot inside as Tyrone Jones controls his hands.
Tyrone Jones lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. Tyrone Jones lands a left hand that snaps the head of Maraçon backwards. #ROC# Maraçon is rocked! Tyrone Jones works on Maraçon's body with a couple of short punches. Maraçon is still on wobbly legs! Can Tyrone Jones finish him? Tyrone Jones has Maraçon pressed against the cage.
Maraçon seems to have recovered his senses. A head punch on the inside from Tyrone Jones fails to land. Tyrone Jones prevents a body shot from Maraçon. Maraçon tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Tyrone Jones makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut. Tyrone Jones has a couple of punches blocked by Maraçon.
#T3# Maraçon tries a body shot but Tyrone Jones blocks it.
Tyrone Jones tries a body shot but Maraçon blocks it.
Maraçon tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tyrone Jones's elbow. Tyrone Jones throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges. Tyrone Jones softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage. Maraçon can't find room to land a body shot as Tyrone Jones controls the action.
Tyrone Jones misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tyrone Jones misses with a punch to the body.
Tyrone Jones lands with a left to the head. Maraçon misses with some punches.
Pablo Maraçon has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Tyrone Jones tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Maraçon's elbow. Tyrone Jones is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight. Maraçon fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Maraçon cracks Tyrone Jones with a nice body shot. A quick uppercut on the inside from Maraçon. Tyrone Jones blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tyrone Jones goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Maraçon cracks Tyrone Jones with a nice body shot. Good body shot from Tyrone Jones.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Maraçon. #T4# Tyrone Jones lands a left hand that snaps the head of Maraçon backwards. Tyrone Jones lands a right hand. Tyrone Jones stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Tyrone Jones digs a right hand into Maraçon's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Maraçon's gas tank. Still in the clinch, Tyrone Jones scores with a nice short uppercut. Maraçon takes a shot to the head. A right handed body shot lands from Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Maraçon backwards. Tyrone Jones pushes Maraçon back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. Maraçon takes a shot to the head. Tyrone Jones pushes Maraçon back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. Tyrone Jones scores with a shoulder strike. Tyrone Jones lands a right hand. Tyrone Jones lands a nice shot to the body. #BC# Tyrone Jones breaks the clinch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Maraçon takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Tyrone Jones throws a series of punches but Maraçon moves out of range. Tyrone Jones swings widly with a right hand
and Maraçon counters with a leg kick. Tyrone Jones fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Maraçon looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
And that's the end of the fight! Russell Tyrone Jones showed his dominance in that final round. Well Tyrone Jones 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 50:45 Judge James Atkins scores the fight 49:46 Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 50:45
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Russell Tyrone Jones! Russell Tyrone Jones decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.
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Syn 645 Jones vs Knox
Date: Aug 24, 2019 |
#R1# Knox misses the shot to the body. Knox throws a leg kick that misses. Tyrone Jones throws a hook but Knox avoids it easily. Knox comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range. Knox just misses with a punch to the body.
Knox takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness. Knox throws a body kick that misses. Tyrone Jones jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
A slow jab from Tyrone Jones misses its intended target. Tyrone Jones looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight. Tyrone Jones ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Knox moves away. Tyrone Jones misses with an uppercut. Knox saw that one coming. Tyrone Jones keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Knox misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tyrone Jones.
Knox looks to land a left hand but Tyrone Jones moved out of range nicely. Tyrone Jones throws a body punch but Knox moves out of range. Knox tries a head kick but it misses.
Knox uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tyrone Jones.
Knox gets cracked there but stands up to it.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Knox walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Tyrone Jones checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side. Tyrone Jones connects with a body shot that sends Knox's belly button to the back. Knox takes one to the side of the head.
Knox throws a front kick aimed at Tyrone Jones's knee but Tyrone Jones avoids it well. Tyrone Jones seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.#T1# Tyrone Jones cracks the inside of Knox's front leg. A clash of legs there as Tyrone Jones blocks the low kick. Knox slips under a jab. Tyrone Jones throws a hook to the side of Knox's head but Knox sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Knox misses with a wild body shot. Tyrone Jones throws a jab but it's blocked by Knox. Knox misses with a body shot.
It looked like Tyrone Jones wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit. Knox rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
letting Tyrone Jones counter with a right hand. Wow, both these guys are really going for it! Tyrone Jones scores with a jab to the head.
Tyrone Jones buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Knox is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Tyrone Jones rather than just go for the knockout. Tyrone Jones slips a straight right by Knox. Knox lands a nice leg kick that just misses Tyrone Jones's sensitive parts. Knox ducks down and throws a hook to the body. Tyrone Jones swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Knox misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Knox. Tyrone Jones loads up on a big right hand but Knox slips the punch. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! A looping hook to the body misses from Knox. Tyrone Jones does a little dance to reset his feet. An inside leg kick lands from Knox. Tyrone Jones tries to clinch but Knox is having none of it. #T2# Knox throws a shot from downtown. Tyrone Jones moves away and avoids it. Good leg kick by Tyrone Jones there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Both fighters circling a little - Knox finishes the exchange with a kick to the body. Tyrone Jones dips to his left and cracks Knox with an uppercut! Tyrone Jones misses with a hook. Knox ducked under it nicely. Knox steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect. Tyrone Jones misses the shot to the body. Knox uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tyrone Jones.
Knox blocks a jab. Knox is trying to counter with his kicks. Knox misses with a hook. Knox fakes a jab and scores with a low kick. Knox with a body punch. A glancing blow. Tyrone Jones displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Knox throws out the jab. Knox slips a jab from Tyrone Jones. A decent looking cross lands there for Tyrone Jones. Good leg kick by Tyrone Jones there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Knox looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. Tyrone Jones scores with a sloppy right hand. Knox should have avoided that one. Knox walks into a left hand. Knox throws a body kick but he wasn't in range. Tyrone Jones throws a low kick, looking for Knox's leg but Knox calmly moves out of range. #T3# Knox lands with a slapping head kick. #CUT2# It looks like Russell Tyrone Jones has been cut. Knox ducks under a wild hook from Tyrone Jones. Knox throws the left hand but Tyrone Jones avoids the punch easily. Russell Tyrone Jones seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Tyrone Jones lands a glancing blow to the side of Knox's head. Tyrone Jones throws a lazy uppercut
and Knox counters with an outside leg kick.
Knox misses the jab. Tyrone Jones avoids a kick to the body.
A big left from Tyrone Jones misses. Tyrone Jones fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Knox manages to avoid it. Knox throws a low kick but Tyrone Jones avoids it. Knox fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tyrone Jones manages to avoid it. Tyrone Jones catches Knox with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong! Tyrone Jones looks to land a right hand but Knox moved out of range. Knox throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tyrone Jones lands a slapping body shot.
Tyrone Jones is really peppering his opponent's head with punches. Knox looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Knox thuds his shin into the meat of Tyrone Jones's side. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Knox misses with a head kick.
Knox throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Tyrone Jones crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Knox - the referee stops the clock and Tyrone Jones gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Knox. Tyrone Jones manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.#T4# Tyrone Jones takes a swing at Knox's ribcage but misses. Knox ducks down and throws a hook to the body. Tyrone Jones is breathing heavily. Knox punishes Tyrone Jones's body with a nice straight punch. Knox tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Tyrone Jones is looking to counter the offense by Knox and move into the clinch. Knox scores with a jab. Tyrone Jones acknowledges it with a nod of the head. Tyrone Jones throws a poor cross that misses
and Knox makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range. Knox throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Tyrone Jones appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body. Knox looks to score with a jab to the body but Tyrone Jones is just out of range. Knox throws a wild body kick that Tyrone Jones sees coming a mile off. Knox steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tyrone Jones. A nice side step and Knox releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home. Knox misses with a body kick. Tyrone Jones defending well as Knox loads up on a big left hand. Tyrone Jones is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Knox. Knox slips under a jab. Tyrone Jones slips under a jab. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Tyrone Jones misses the shot to the body. Knox thinks about the counter body kick. Knox throws a looping overhand right but Tyrone Jones ducks down to avoid it. Tyrone Jones works Knox's body with a nice hook. Tyrone Jones lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise. Knox chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Tyrone Jones can pounce on him.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Archibald Knox will probably get the nod. The cut man is working on Russell Tyrone Jones's cut. 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# Knox pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way. Knox slips a straight right by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Knox has time to react. A jab from Tyrone Jones misses. Knox looks to land a right hand but Tyrone Jones moved out of range. Jab by Tyrone Jones. Knox dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Archibald Knox seems to be getting the better of the standup. Knox ducks right into an uppercut from Tyrone Jones. Knox bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Tyrone Jones's head backwards. Knox takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Tyrone Jones moves out of range of the body kick from Knox.
A big right from Tyrone Jones misses. Tyrone Jones scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one. A big right from Tyrone Jones misses. This has been an exciting period of action! Knox needs to keep his hands up - Tyrone Jones had a free shot at his head there. Knox throws a body kick that misses. Knox cracks Tyrone Jones with an open hand slap. Knox scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business. Tyrone Jones misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Knox.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tyrone Jones. Knox does a little dance to reset his feet.#T1# Knox lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw. Knox swings for the body but Tyrone Jones moves out of range.
Knox fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tyrone Jones manages to avoid it. Knox keeps Tyrone Jones at a distance using the push kick. Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Tyrone Jones, as that shot connected.
Tyrone Jones lands a nice leg kick that just misses Knox's sensitive parts. Knox's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Tyrone Jones connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Knox scrambles back to his feet. Tyrone Jones uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Knox. Knox scores with a nice strike. Knox swings for the body but Tyrone Jones moves out of range.
Knox chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Knox throws a looping overhand right but Tyrone Jones ducks down to avoid it. The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now. Knox walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush. This has been an exciting period of action! Tyrone Jones scores with a jab to the head.
Knox shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. Knox thuds a left hand into Tyrone Jones's body. Nice shot by Knox. Knox goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. Knox misses with a body shot.
Knox has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.#T2# Tyrone Jones avoids a kick to the body.
Tyrone Jones seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance. Knox takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness. Tyrone Jones uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Knox. Knox tried to score with a low kick but Tyrone Jones checks it. Tyrone Jones throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Knox stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly. Knox tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tyrone Jones was well out of range. Poor timing from Knox. Knox just misses with a punch to the body.
Tyrone Jones throws a leg kick which misses Knox's front leg but catches the back leg as Knox tries to avoid it. Tyrone Jones throws a body punch but Knox moves out of range. Knox tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tyrone Jones was well out of range. Poor timing from Knox. Knox pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way. Tyrone Jones missing with a left hand there. Knox was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Knox misses with a hook. Tyrone Jones throws a jab when Knox was well out of range. Knox's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down. Tyrone Jones throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Knox sees it coming and avoids it easily. Tyrone Jones scores with a shot to the body.
#CL# Tyrone Jones clinches up against the cage. Tyrone Jones lands an uppercut. Knox lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Tyrone Jones backwards. #T3# A shot in the inside from Knox. Knox misses with the head strike.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch. Knox wants to break the clinch but can't.
Knox throws a punch but it's blocked by Tyrone Jones. Knox blocks an uppercut.
Knox misses with a hook from the clinch. Knox tries a body shot but Tyrone Jones blocks it.
Knox throws a punch but it's blocked by Tyrone Jones. #BC2# Knox escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Knox. Tyrone Jones feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Knoxs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist! Knox goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. Tyrone Jones swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Tyrone Jones scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one. Tyrone Jones moves out of range of the strikes. Tyrone Jones works Knox's body with a nice hook. Knox has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight. Knox waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones is looking to counter the offense by Knox and move into the clinch. Knox drops his hands momentarily and Tyrone Jones takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. #T4# Tyrone Jones displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Knox throws out the jab. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Knox keeps the fight on the outside. Tyrone Jones throws a big shot that misses. Tyrone Jones uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Knox.
Tyrone Jones thows a left - swing and a miss! Tyrone Jones avoids the head kick by Knox.
Knox defending well as Tyrone Jones loads up on a big left hand. Tyrone Jones throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Knox stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly. Tyrone Jones cracks Knox with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business. Tyrone Jones thuds a left hand into Knox's body. Tyrone Jones keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Knox on the wrong end of a nice jab. Knox takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch. Knox ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tyrone Jones moves away. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Nice body kick there by Knox. Knox connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son. Knox throws a looping overhand right but Tyrone Jones ducks down to avoid it. Knox fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tyrone Jones manages to avoid it. 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 Russell Tyrone Jones will probably get the nod. The cut man is working on Russell Tyrone Jones's cut. 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# Tyrone Jones waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Knox. Tyrone Jones throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tyrone Jones is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot. Tyrone Jones moves out of range of the body kick from Knox.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Knox - that will leave a mark!
Knox just misses with a punch to the body.
Knox delivers a nice body kick. The fighters circling - Knox throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Knox throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Knox connects with a body shot that sends Tyrone Jones's belly button to the back. Tyrone Jones lands with a right hand. Tyrone Jones throws a predictable looking body shot
and Knox counters with a leg kick. Knox misses with a straight left. Knox misses with a body shot.
Both fighters are breathing heavily. Tyrone Jones misses with a looping right. Tyrone Jones will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body. Tyrone Jones lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Tyrone Jones. This has been an exciting period of action! Knox lands a front kick. Knox tries a head kick but it misses.
Knox scores with a punch to the head.#T1# Knox misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones throws a body punch but Knox moves out of range. Tyrone Jones takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it. Tyrone Jones listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut. Knox swings for the body but Tyrone Jones moves out of range.
Tyrone Jones takes a kick to the body and keeps moving. Knox waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tyrone Jones. Knox lands with a kick to the ribs.
Knox lands a nice looking kick to the body. Tyrone Jones takes a step back to recover. Tyrone Jones 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. Knox fakes the leg kick and cracks Tyrone Jones in the body. Knox tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tyrone Jones was well out of range. Poor timing from Knox. Tyrone Jones moves out of range as Knox strikes. Knox throws a hook but Tyrone Jones avoids it easily. Tyrone Jones takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Knox throws out a token jab with nothing on it. As Knox tries to get set, Tyrone Jones tries to push him back and clinch up but Knox manages to avoid the attempt.#T2# Knox ducks under a wild hook from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done. Knox 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.
Tyrone Jones misses with a low kick.
Knox throws a head kick but Tyrone Jones moves out of range.
Tyrone Jones is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Knox. Tyrone Jones scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Knox doesn't seem bothered though. Tyrone Jones throws out a leg kick but Knox moves out of range and Tyrone Jones only half commits. Tyrone Jones lands a nice leg kick that just misses Knox's sensitive parts. Knox takes a swing at Tyrone Jones's ribcage but misses. A jab from Tyrone Jones misses. Tyrone Jones lands an overhand right. Tyrone Jones with a body punch. A glancing blow. Knox throws the left hand but Tyrone Jones avoids the punch easily. Knox fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done. Tyrone Jones tries to close the distance and clinch up but Knox swats him away and circles back towards the center. Tyrone Jones clobbers Knox with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. Tyrone Jones throws a body shot but no joy. Knox misses with a wild body shot. #T3# Knox looks to land a body kick but Tyrone Jones moved away. Knox misses with a straight right. Knox drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles. Tyrone Jones uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Knox.
Tyrone Jones tried to counter with a leg kick but Knox avoided it. Tyrone Jones connects with a nice looking jab.
Tyrone Jones tries to score with a low kick but Knox moves his leg out of the way.#CL# Tyrone Jones closes the distance and pushes Knox back into the cage. Knox lands with a short shot to the head. Tyrone Jones lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. A head punch on the inside from Tyrone Jones fails to land. #BC2# Knox breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Knox is looking to land body kicks. A cross from Tyrone Jones lands. Tyrone Jones throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Knox throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tyrone Jones sees it coming and avoids it easily. Tyrone Jones takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch. 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! Tyrone Jones lands a slapping body shot.
#T4# Tyrone Jones takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
#CL# Tyrone Jones moves into the clinch. A nice right hand lands inside from Knox. Knox misses with a hook from the clinch. A right handed body shot lands from Tyrone Jones.
A nice right hand lands inside from Tyrone Jones. #BC2# Knox breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Tyrone Jones slips under a jab from Knox. Tyrone Jones scores with a sloppy right hand. Knox should have avoided that one. Knox swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tyrone Jones throws a looping overhand right but Knox ducks down to avoid it. Knox throws a push kick but Tyrone Jones slaps the foot to one side. Tyrone Jones bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut. A lazy left from Tyrone Jones finds it's target. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Knox uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones cracks Knox with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd. Knox swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tyrone Jones lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close third round but Archibald Knox just about did enough to take it. The cut man is working on Russell Tyrone Jones's cut. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! #R4# Tyrone Jones just misses with a punch to the body.
Knox avoids a punch combination nicely.
Knox keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tyrone Jones scores with a jab to the head.
A good leg kick by Knox. Tyrone Jones fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Knox has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage. Knox waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tyrone Jones. Knox tries to land a front kick but Tyrone Jones steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed. Tyrone Jones lands with a shot to the body. Knox lands a really nice looking cross but Tyrone Jones seems unphased.
Tyrone Jones misses with a straight left. Knox moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross. A cross from Tyrone Jones lands. Knox throws a hook but Tyrone Jones avoids it easily. Tyrone Jones uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Knox throws out a loose jab but Tyrone Jones uses good head movement to avoid it. Knox takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Tyrone Jones throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
#T1# Tyrone Jones lands with an overhand left. Tyrone Jones missing with a left hand there. Knox was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Tyrone Jones takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it. Tyrone Jones ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Knox moves away. Knox throws out a counter right but Tyrone Jones avoids it with no problem. Tyrone Jones just misses with a punch to the body.
Knox throws a body shot but no joy. An inside leg kick from Knox misses. Knox ducks under a wild hook from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones scores with a jab to the jaw. Tyrone Jones tries to clinch there but Knox circles away.
Knox walks into a stiff left hand from Tyrone Jones. A jab from Tyrone Jones misses. Knox moves out of range of the strikes. Tyrone Jones missing with a left hand there. Knox was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Knox jabbing away but nothing is landing. Tyrone Jones throws a jab but it's blocked by Knox. Tyrone Jones swings for the body but Knox moves out of range.
#T2# Tyrone Jones moves away from the strike by Knox. Tyrone Jones keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Nice cross by Knox. 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! Tyrone Jones cracks Knox with a good jab. Tyrone Jones changes levels and scores with a jab to the body. Tyrone Jones throws a jab but it's blocked by Knox. Knox fakes a head shot and lands one to the body. A telegraphed right hand from Tyrone Jones misses the target. Knox throws a body shot but no joy. Knox attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin. Knox just misses with a punch to the body.
Knox walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush. Knox ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Knox loads up on a big right hand but Tyrone Jones slips the punch. Tyrone Jones tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Knox manages to circle out of the way. Knox misses with a kick to the body.
Tyrone Jones is looking to clinch but Knox is avoiding it.
Knox fakes a jab and scores with a low kick. Knox throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
#T3# Tyrone Jones just misses with a punch to the body.
Tyrone Jones moves out of range of the body kick from Knox.
Knox looks to throw the jab but Tyrone Jones is out of range. Tyrone Jones connects with a crisp jab. Tyrone Jones is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot. Tyrone Jones moves out of range of the body kick. A little feinted left hand from Tyrone Jones on the counter but he doesn't commit to it. Tyrone Jones feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Knox's calf. Tyrone Jones on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Tyrone Jones with a jab. Knox misses with a straight right. Knox keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Knox. Knox circles away from the clinch attempt and Knox counters with a nice uppercut. Knox uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tyrone Jones. Knox looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Knox misses with a wild body shot. #T4# Tyrone Jones cracks the inside of Knox's front leg. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Knox swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tyrone Jones slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range. Knox displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tyrone Jones throws out the jab. Knox goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. Tyrone Jones was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger. Knox avoids the body shot from Tyrone Jones.
Knox listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut. Knox swings for the body but Tyrone Jones moves out of range.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Knox, right into the meat.
Knox's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Tyrone Jones connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Knox scrambles back to his feet. Tyrone Jones lands a nice shot to the body.
A telegraphed right hand from Tyrone Jones misses the target. Knox misses with a body kick. Tyrone Jones moves away from the strike by Knox. Tyrone Jones blocks a head kick by Knox.
As Knox tries to get set, Tyrone Jones tries to push him back and clinch up but Knox manages to avoid the attempt. Knox waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones tries to counter by clinching up but Knox breaks away and moves out of range. Tyrone Jones lands with a good body shot. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Knox scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Russell Tyrone Jones had his way with Archibald Knox in that round. The cut man is working on Russell Tyrone Jones's cut. That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round! #R5# Tyrone Jones ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Knox moves away. Knox avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Knox blocks a jab. Tyrone Jones throws a nice inside leg kick. Tyrone Jones checks a leg kick. Knox takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor. Knox throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Knox misses with a looping right. Knox checks a low kick from Tyrone Jones. Knox walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Tyrone Jones checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side. Knox slips a jab from Tyrone Jones. Knox fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Tyrone Jones looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath. Knox tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Knox misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones avoids the body shot from Knox.
Tyrone Jones was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger. Knox lands with a nice body punch. Knox misses with a body kick. Knox looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.#T1# Tyrone Jones works the jab nicely. Tyrone Jones takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away. Knox swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A swing and a miss from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones backing away here, and Knox unleashes a leg kick that just misses. Tyrone Jones throws a lazy right hand but Knox sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Knox looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Tyrone Jones lands a nice hook to Knox's body. Knox takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. Knox fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tyrone Jones manages to avoid it. Knox swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Knox throws a hook but Tyrone Jones avoids it easily. Knox misses with a kick to the body.
Tyrone Jones is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Knox. Tyrone Jones tests Knox's chin there with a solid looking shot. Tyrone Jones misses with a straight right. Knox slips a straight right by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones slips under a jab from Knox. Tyrone Jones misses with an uppercut
and Knox counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Tyrone Jones thinking. A big left from Tyrone Jones misses. Tyrone Jones scores with a jab to the body.#T2# This has been an exciting period of action! Knox is looking to score with low kicks. Tyrone Jones misses with a straight left. Knox missing with a left hand there. Tyrone Jones was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Knox bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Tyrone Jones's head. Tyrone Jones uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Knox. Tyrone Jones takes a swing at Knox's ribcage but misses. Knox slips under a jab from Tyrone Jones. Knox keeps the fight on the outside. Tyrone Jones lands a nice looking body shot.
Tyrone Jones connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. Tyrone Jones throws a jab when Knox was well out of range. A cross from Tyrone Jones lands. Tyrone Jones listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut. Tyrone Jones tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Knox paws at him with a jab and circles away. Tyrone Jones scores with the left hand. Knox knows he should have avoided that one. Knox paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button. Knox moves away from the strike by Tyrone Jones. Knox swings and misses with a hook to the body.
#T3# Tyrone Jones connects with the punch. Tyrone Jones uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Knox.
Tyrone Jones was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger. Tyrone Jones throws a body shot but no joy. Knox is looking to chop away at Tyrone Jones's legs. Tyrone Jones lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh. Tyrone Jones fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Knox manages to avoid it. Knox uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tyrone Jones. Knox pivots, looking for a leg kick but Tyrone Jones is out of range and Knox settles back down. Knox steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Knox moves away. Tyrone Jones throws a jab but it's blocked by Knox. Tyrone Jones backing away here, and Knox unleashes a leg kick that just misses. Knox scores with a kick to the midsection. Both of our modern day gladiators look out of it here - a gruelling 5 rounds of action taking it's toll on them, no doubt. Knox throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tyrone Jones sees it coming and avoids it easily. Knox looks to score with a jab to the body but Tyrone Jones is just out of range. Tyrone Jones takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness. A slapping leg kick lands for Knox.
Knox misses the shot to the body. Tyrone Jones throws a shot from downtown. Knox moves away and avoids it.#T4##KD2# Knox lands a big head kick that sends Tyrone Jones tumbling to the mat! Knox takes a step backwards and waves Tyrone Jones back to his feet - he wants the finish! The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Tyrone Jones throws out a loose jab but Knox uses good head movement to avoid it. Tyrone Jones moves in looking to clinch but Knox pushes him off. Knox looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it. Knox throws a head kick but Tyrone Jones moves out of range.
Tyrone Jones moves in looking to clinch but Knox pushes him off. Tyrone Jones pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Tyrone Jones throws the left hand but Knox avoids the punch easily. Tyrone Jones wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.#CL# Tyrone Jones pushes Knox up against the cage in a clinch. Knox lands a left hand that snaps the head of Tyrone Jones backwards. Knox throws a head punch that misses. Tyrone Jones lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Tyrone Jones blocks a body shot from Knox. Tyrone Jones scores with an uppercut up the middle. Tyrone Jones lands a shoulder strike. Knox scores with a nice hook to the head. Tyrone Jones tries a body shot but Knox blocks it.
And that's the end of the fight! I would just about give that final round to Archibald Knox. I think Knox 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 Paul Tew scores the fight 49:48 Judge William Gold scores the fight 47:49 Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 49:48
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Russell Tyrone Jones! Russell Tyrone Jones retains his middleweight title! Russell Tyrone Jones decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little.
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Event:
Syn 642 Jones vs Gravas
Date: Aug 03, 2019 |
#R1# Gravas chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Gravas has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Tyrone Jones is landing a low percentage of strikes. Gravas displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tyrone Jones throws out the jab. Gravas connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Tyrone Jones's hands. Tyrone Jones takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Tyrone Jones ducks right into an uppercut from Gravas . Gravas bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut. Gravas connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. Tyrone Jones tries to clinch but Gravas moves out of range. Tyrone Jones lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent. Tyrone Jones throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Gravas sees it coming and avoids it easily. Gravas bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. An inside leg kick from Tyrone Jones misses. Tyrone Jones takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Tyrone Jones drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles. Gravas displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tyrone Jones throws out the jab. Gravas throws a nice inside leg kick. A swing and a miss from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones misses the jab. Wow, both these guys are really going for it! Tyrone Jones throws a big shot that misses. Gravas lands a really nice looking cross but Tyrone Jones seems unphased.
Gravas changes levels and scores with a jab to the body. Tyrone Jones seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym. Tyrone Jones misses the shot to the body. Tyrone Jones throws a shot from downtown. Gravas moves away and avoids it. Tyrone Jones cracks a nice hook into Gravas 's ribs. Tyrone Jones pushing out the jab but it's not landing. A little jabbing left from Gravas on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#T1# Tyrone Jones doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body. Gravas throws a leg kick but Tyrone Jones sees it coming and checks it nicely. A good leg kick by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones walks into a left hand. Tyrone Jones throws a lazy uppercut
and Gravas counters with a lovely shot to the body. Gravas fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Tyrone Jones looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath. Tyrone Jones takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him. Tyrone Jones misses with a body shot.
Tyrone Jones thumps Gravas with a low kick. Tyrone Jones takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh. Gravas lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
This has been an exciting period of action! Gravas walks into a left hand. Tyrone Jones misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Gravas .
Gravas jabs Tyrone Jones right on the nose. Tyrone Jones blinks but takes it well. Tyrone Jones misses the jab. Gravas staying out of range there. Gravas feints a counter leg kick. Tyrone Jones just misses with a punch to the body.
Tyrone Jones looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. Tyrone Jones looks to score with a jab to the body but Gravas is just out of range. Tyrone Jones gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Gravas . Gravas slips under a jab. Gravas uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Tyrone Jones has time to react.#T2# Gravas lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected. Tyrone Jones throws a big shot that misses. Tyrone Jones misses with a hook. Gravas swats away the attempt to clinch by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones looks to score with a jab to the body but Gravas is just out of range. Tyrone Jones takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Gravas thuds his right hand into Tyrone Jones's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters. A nice leg kick lands there from Gravas . Gravas lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Tyrone Jones swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Gravas is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Tyrone Jones had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté. Gravas scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Tyrone Jones doesn't seem bothered though. Tyrone Jones throws a hook to the side of Gravas 's head but Gravas sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Gravas feints and then cracks Tyrone Jones's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Tyrone Jones down. Tyrone Jones takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Gravas with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Tyrone Jones gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Gravas . Tyrone Jones 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. Gravas looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Tyrone Jones is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot. Tyrone Jones throws a predictable looking body shot
and Gravas makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick. Gravas avoids the body shot from Tyrone Jones.
Gravas gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Tyrone Jones.#T3# A solid leg kick lands there for Gravas .
Gravas cracks the inside of Tyrone Jones's front leg. Tyrone Jones throws a looping overhand right but Gravas ducks down to avoid it. Gravas takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Gravas lands with an uppercut that bounces Tyrone Jones off the cage and back into range. Gravas displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tyrone Jones throws out the jab. A big right from Tyrone Jones misses. Gravas moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. #CL# Tyrone Jones forces Gravas back against the cage and clinches. Tyrone Jones looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that. Tyrone Jones fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Gravas fails to land. Gravas misses with a short punch on the inside. Tyrone Jones misses with a body punch.
Tyrone Jones throws a head punch that misses. Tyrone Jones tries to work over Gravas 's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Gravas lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. Gravas misses with a hook from the clinch. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Gravas lands on the inside with an uppercut. Tyrone Jones swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tyrone Jones tries to throw a body punch but Gravas avoids it by throwing Tyrone Jones back against the cage. Gravas blocking some punches.
#T4# A frustrated look appears on Gravas 's face as he tries to break the clinch. A right hand to the body from Tyrone Jones.
Gravas scores with a nice hook to the head. Gravas fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tyrone Jones is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight. The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch. Gravas blocks an uppercut.
Tyrone Jones misses with a punch on the inside.
Gravas stalling in the clinch but Tyrone Jones improves position. Gravas scores with a nice hook to the head. Gravas struggles to land a body shot inside as Tyrone Jones controls his hands.
Gravas blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tyrone Jones blocking some punches.
Tyrone Jones misses with a short punch on the inside. Tyrone Jones presses Gravas against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot. Tyrone Jones swings wildly with an uppercut but Gravas uses good head movement to avoid it. Good anti-grappling being displayed by Gravas as Tyrone Jones tries to tie him up. The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action! Tyrone Jones swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Gravas looking to slow down the pace here. Gravas trying to control the position but instead, Tyrone Jones has worked for underhooks and has pushed Gravas into the cage. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Latka Gravas 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# Gravas throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Tyrone Jones on the side of the head. Gravas staying out of range there. The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily. Gravas dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Tyrone Jones. That did some damage! Gravas throws a nice outside leg kick. Gravas cracks the inside of Tyrone Jones's front leg. Gravas moves out of range of the strikes. A chopping leg kick lands by Gravas . Gravas throws a shot to the body.
Tyrone Jones lands with a cross. Tyrone Jones throws a looping overhand right but Gravas ducks down to avoid it. Tyrone Jones walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head. Tyrone Jones has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Tyrone Jones there as he acknowledges the shot. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Tyrone Jones tries to close the distance and clinch but Gravas swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. Tyrone Jones fails in his attempt to clinch. Gravas moves away from the strike by Tyrone Jones. Donk. Gravas catches Tyrone Jones right on the button with a cross. Tyrone Jones fails with an attempt to clinch.
Tyrone Jones wants to clinch. Gravas lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.#T1# Gravas fakes a head shot and lands one to the body. Gravas defending well as Tyrone Jones loads up on a big left hand. Gravas dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Gravas lands a lovely overhand right. Tyrone Jones throws a shot from downtown. Gravas moves away and avoids it. Gravas defending well as Tyrone Jones loads up on a big left hand. Gravas takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh. Tyrone Jones needs to keep his hands up - Gravas had a free shot at his head there. Tyrone Jones tests Gravas 's chin there with a solid looking shot. Gravas throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Tyrone Jones stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly. Gravas thuds his right hand into Tyrone Jones's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters. Gravas uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tyrone Jones. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Tyrone Jones takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Tyrone Jones misses with a wild body shot. Gravas scores with a punch to the head. Tyrone Jones jabbing away but nothing is landing. Tyrone Jones is looking to clinch. Tyrone Jones jabbing away but nothing is landing. #T2# Gravas ducks down and throws a hook to the body. Nice uppercut there from Gravas . Gravas moves out of range of the strikes. Tyrone Jones has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Gravas . Gravas gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Tyrone Jones misses with a hook. Gravas ducked under it nicely. Tyrone Jones just misses with a punch to the body.
Tyrone Jones throws a nice outside leg kick. Gravas slips a jab from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Gravas to score with a decent uppercut. Gravas takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Gravas scores with a jab. Tyrone Jones acknowledges it with a nod of the head. Gravas feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Tyrone Jones's calf.#CL# Tyrone Jones clinches with his opponent.
Tyrone Jones lands a nice shot to the body. Tyrone Jones tries a body shot but Gravas blocks it.
Gravas misses with a short punch on the inside. Tyrone Jones tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Gravas 's elbow. A shot in the inside from Tyrone Jones. Still in the clinch, Tyrone Jones scores with a nice short uppercut. Tyrone Jones misses with a body punch.
Gravas can't find room to land a body shot as Tyrone Jones controls the action.
#T3# Gravas swings wildly with an uppercut but Tyrone Jones uses good head movement to avoid it. Russell Tyrone Jones has scored more points in the clinch so far. Tyrone Jones lands a body shot. Gravas tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Gravas lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Gravas throws a head punch that misses. Tyrone Jones lands a body shot in the clinch.
Tyrone Jones misses with a punch to the body.
Gravas blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tyrone Jones lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. Tyrone Jones blocking some punches.
Tyrone Jones lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Gravas . Gravas is breathing heavily. Gravas misses with a punch on the inside.
Gravas has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Gravas throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Tyrone Joness head. Tyrone Jones lands a body shot in the clinch.
A nice left hand lands by Tyrone Jones.
A body shot lands from Tyrone Jones.
Gravas tries to throw a body punch but Tyrone Jones avoids it by throwing Gravas back against the cage. Tyrone Jones goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A nice left hand lands by Tyrone Jones.
#T4# We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Tyrone Jones lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage. Tyrone Jones lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. A head punch blocked on the inside by Gravas . Tyrone Jones lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Gravas backwards. Gravas misses with a punch on the inside.
Gravas prevents a body shot from Tyrone Jones. A short body shot lands from Tyrone Jones as the two fighters clinch.
Tyrone Jones works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Tyrone Jones lands with a short shot to the head. Tyrone Jones throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges. Still in the clinch, Tyrone Jones scores with a nice short uppercut. Tyrone Jones blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tyrone Jones throws a punch but it's blocked by Gravas . A right hand to the body from Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones lands with a short punch from the clinch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Tyrone Jones lands a body shot in the clinch.
Tyrone Jones lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. A short right from Tyrone Jones on the inside. Gravas is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath. Tyrone Jones swings wildly with an uppercut but Gravas uses good head movement to avoid it. 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 Russell Tyrone Jones will probably get the nod. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! #R3# Tyrone Jones fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Gravas . Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Gravas .
Gravas uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tyrone Jones. Decent striking displayed by Tyrone Jones there. Tyrone Jones shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. Tyrone Jones moves forwards but Gravas connects with a nice, crisp jab.#CL# Tyrone Jones clinches. Gravas throws a punch but it's blocked by Tyrone Jones. A head punch blocked on the inside by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones scores with a nice hook to the head. Gravas pressing his opponent against the cage. Gravas misses with some punches.
Tyrone Jones lands a left hand that snaps the head of Gravas backwards. Tyrone Jones working aggressively here.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Gravas working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. Tyrone Jones misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tyrone Jones prevents a body shot from Gravas . Tyrone Jones tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #T1# Gravas working aggressively here.
Tyrone Jones misses with a hook from the clinch. Tyrone Jones softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#BC2# Gravas breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. Tyrone Jones lands an overhand right. Gravas fakes a jab and scores with a low kick. Gravas connects with a good right hand that stumbles Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones circles away out of range and recomposes himself. Gravas scores with a nice head shot. Tyrone Jones is looking to clinch but Gravas is avoiding it.
Gravas with a body punch. A glancing blow. Gravas buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Tyrone Jones lands an uppercut out of nowhere! Gravas falls backwards - clearly groggy! Tyrone Jones dives in and finishes the fight with more strikes for a TKO finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:38 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Russell Tyrone Jones! Russell Tyrone Jones retains his middleweight title! In his post fight interview, Russell Tyrone Jones started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
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Event:
GAMMA#780 Nicu v Kahn
Date: Jul 13, 2019 |
#R1# Tyrone Jones dives in for a single leg takedown but Maraçon sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage. Maraçon was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger. Tyrone Jones has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout. Maraçon slips a straight right by Tyrone Jones. It looked like Maraçon wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit. Maraçon throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tyrone Jones connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son. Tyrone Jones lands a slapping body shot.
Maraçon moves out of range of the strikes. Tyrone Jones swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Maraçon swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect. Tyrone Jones tests Maraçon's chin there with a solid looking shot. Maraçon throws the left hand but Tyrone Jones avoids the punch easily. Maraçon has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Dr Hatsumi's Clinic in the buildup to the fight. Maraçon takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming. Maraçon dips down and scores with a jab to the body. A big left from Tyrone Jones misses. Tyrone Jones stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Maraçon. Maraçon staying out of range there. Maraçon works the jab nicely. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Maraçon avoids a lazy jab quite easily. The fighters circling - Tyrone Jones throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Maraçon slips a straight right by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones throws a jab when Maraçon was well out of range. Tyrone Jones takes a body punch but keeps moving. Maraçon fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Tyrone Jones looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.#T1# Tyrone Jones scores with a jab to the body. Ouch! a nice leg kick from Maraçon, right into the meat.
Maraçon uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tyrone Jones.
Maraçon checks a low kick from Tyrone Jones. Maraçon is looking to wear down Tyrone Jones with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment. Maraçon lands a jab to the nose. Tyrone Jones connects with a good right hand that stumbles Maraçon. Maraçon circles away out of range and recomposes himself. Tyrone Jones takes a swing at Maraçon's ribcage but misses. Maraçon throws a jab but it's blocked by Tyrone Jones. A slapping leg kick lands for Maraçon.
Maraçon has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Tyrone Jones finds it's way round the side to connect with Maraçon's head. Maraçon scores with a kick to the body.
Maraçon with a body punch. A glancing blow. Tyrone Jones scores with a slapping inside leg kick. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Tyrone Jones throws a jab when Maraçon was well out of range. Tyrone Jones wants to land a leg kick but Maraçon is out of range. Tyrone Jones lands with a good body shot. Tyrone Jones misses with a jab to the body
and Maraçon counters with a lovely straight right hand! Tyrone Jones misses with a body shot.
Maraçon slips a straight right by Tyrone Jones. Maraçon scoring well with a low kick there.
#T2# The fighters circling - Tyrone Jones throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Maraçon throws a body kick that misses. A clash of legs there as Maraçon blocks the low kick. Maraçon goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. Tyrone Jones moves out of range of the body kick. Maraçon throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Maraçon throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Maraçon looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. Tyrone Jones wants to land a leg kick but Maraçon is out of range. Maraçon wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection. Maraçon throws a big shot that misses. And Tyrone Jones tries to counter it with a takedown but Maraçon pushes his down on his head and steps out. Maraçon with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Tyrone Jones to score with a decent uppercut. Maraçon misses with a hook. Tyrone Jones ducked under it nicely. Maraçon takes a swing at Tyrone Jones's ribcage but misses. Tyrone Jones lands a glancing blow to the side of Maraçon's head. Tyrone Jones wants to slow Maraçon down by chopping away at his legs. Maraçon darts in and out, connecting with a jab. Maraçon misses with a body kick. Maraçon is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tyrone Jones. #T3# Maraçon throws a half hearted mid kick. A looping hook to the body misses from Tyrone Jones. Maraçon does a little dance to reset his feet. Maraçon checks a low kick from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones looks to land a left hand but Maraçon moved out of range nicely. Maraçon takes a swing at Tyrone Jones's ribcage but misses. Tyrone Jones throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Maraçon sees it coming and avoids it easily.#CL# Maraçon drives through and clinches with Tyrone Jones against the cage.
#BC2# Tyrone Jones breaks from the clinch.
Pablo Maraçon is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Maraçon defending well as Tyrone Jones loads up on a big left hand. Tyrone Jones looks to land a left hand but Maraçon moved out of range nicely.#TD2# Tyrone Jones gets the takedown into side control. Maraçon is looking to regain half guard here but Tyrone Jones keeps moving and retains side control. Tyrone Jones controlling from side mount. Maraçon is trying to improve his position. Maraçon manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!#T4# We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Tyrone Jones tries to roll over but Maraçon keeps him under control. Maraçon with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. Tyrone Jones tries to roll over but Maraçon keeps him under control. Maraçon stalling. Tyrone Jones controlling the position for now. Tyrone Jones wants to control but Maraçon is keeping busy.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Maraçon tries to pass the half guard into mount. Tyrone Jones knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. Maraçon sitting and controlling from the half guard. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Russell Tyrone Jones will probably get the nod. The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. #R2# Tyrone Jones scores with a jab. Russell Tyrone Jones seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Maraçon connects with a solid leg kick. Tyrone Jones fails to land the takedown. Tyrone Jones lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected. Tyrone Jones jabbing away but nothing is landing. Tyrone Jones moves out of range of the strikes. Maraçon takes a shot right to the bread basket. Tyrone Jones moves out of range of the body kick from Maraçon.
Tyrone Jones moves out of range of the strikes. Tyrone Jones feints the counter takedown. Some bone on bone action there as Tyrone Jones checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Maraçon slips a jab from Tyrone Jones. An attempted straight right counter from Maraçon misses the target. Nice defenses there by Maraçon. As Tyrone Jones backs away, Maraçon returns fire with a leg kick that just misses. Tyrone Jones throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Maraçon's waist but Maraçon gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Tyrone Jones off to one side. Maraçon steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tyrone Jones. Maraçon swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect. Maraçon misses the shot to the body. Tyrone Jones misses the jab. As Tyrone Jones tries to get set, Maraçon tries to push him back and clinch up but Tyrone Jones manages to avoid the attempt.#T1# Tyrone Jones staying out of range there. Tyrone Jones misses with a low kick.
Tyrone Jones scores with the left hand. Maraçon knows he should have avoided that one. A shot to the liver by Maraçon. Beautiful body shot. Maraçon slips a jab from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones takes one to the side of the head.
Russell Tyrone Jones seems to be getting the better of the standup. Maraçon tried to score with a low kick but Tyrone Jones checks it. Tyrone Jones takes a swing at Maraçon's ribcage but misses. Tyrone Jones lands a nice shot to the body.
Tyrone Jones throws a lazy uppercut
and Maraçon counters with a straight right hand. Tyrone Jones tries to score with a low kick but Maraçon moves his leg out of the way. Maraçon throws a quick counter kick to the body but Tyrone Jones avoids it. Maraçon tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target. Tyrone Jones with the counter takedown but Maraçon avoids it easily. Maraçon throws a hook but Tyrone Jones avoids it easily. A swing and a miss from Tyrone Jones. Maraçon throws a body punch but Tyrone Jones moves out of range. Maraçon throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Maraçon misses with an uppercut. Tyrone Jones saw that one coming. Maraçon throws a shot from downtown. Tyrone Jones moves away and avoids it. Tyrone Jones fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.#T2# We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Tyrone Jones blocks the body kick.
Maraçon cracks Tyrone Jones with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business. Tyrone Jones slips a straight right by Maraçon. Tyrone Jones missing with a left hand there. Maraçon was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. It looked like Maraçon wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit. Maraçon fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tyrone Jones manages to avoid it. Maraçon lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected. Tyrone Jones tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Maraçon was well out of range. Poor timing from Tyrone Jones. Good work by Tyrone Jones as he checks the leg kick. Maraçon fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tyrone Jones manages to avoid it. Tyrone Jones throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Maraçon bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut. Tyrone Jones throws a shot from downtown. Maraçon moves away and avoids it. Tyrone Jones misses the shot to the body. Maraçon lands with a cross. Tyrone Jones connects with a body shot. Maraçon takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming. Tyrone Jones keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Maraçon. Maraçon swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tyrone Jones lands with a thumping leg kick.
#T3# Tyrone Jones lands a nice shot to the body.
Maraçon takes a swing at Tyrone Jones's ribcage but misses. Maraçon gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones throws a lazy right hand but Maraçon sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Tyrone Jones looks to land a left hand but Maraçon moved out of range nicely. A shot to the liver by Tyrone Jones. Beautiful body shot. Tyrone Jones sizes up Maraçon with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. Tyrone Jones tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Maraçon is able to avoid easily. Maraçon lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.#TD2# Excellent takedown into side control there by Tyrone Jones. 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! Tyrone Jones is working Maraçon over with some ground and pound from side control. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Tyrone Jones slows the pace down. Russell Tyrone Jones has got the better of the ground game so far. Tyrone Jones wants to lay and pray for a moment but Maraçon keeps working. Tyrone Jones working the ground and pound but Maraçon is defending the strikes. Maraçon regains half guard.#T4# Maraçon trying to hold on to Tyrone Jones's head to control him but Tyrone Jones postures up.
Tyrone Jones keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action. Maraçon is trying to control but can't.
Maraçon is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Tyrone Jones's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Tyrone Jones's back! Tyrone Jones rolls, trying to escape but Maraçon keeps control of the position.
Maraçon trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Tyrone Jones doesn't escape. Maraçon is trying to stick to Tyrone Jones's back but Tyrone Jones is turning into Maraçon. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Maraçon's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones preventing the sweep. Tyrone Jones working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. Tyrone Jones won't allow Maraçon to sweep him here. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Russell Tyrone Jones will probably get the nod - 10:9. That's time! Maraçon's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. #R3# Maraçon takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh. Maraçon uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tyrone Jones.
Maraçon walks into a straight right hand from Tyrone Jones. Maraçon fakes a jab and then connects with a hook. Maraçon defending well as Tyrone Jones loads up on a big left hand. A nice leg kick lands there from Tyrone Jones. Maraçon tries a low kick but Tyrone Jones avoids it. Maraçon ducks under a wild hook from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones connects with a right hand. Maraçon shakes it off. Tyrone Jones moves out of range as Maraçon strikes. Tyrone Jones is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Maraçon. Maraçon is looking to counter punch. Tyrone Jones ducks down and throws a hook to the body. Tyrone Jones just misses with a punch to the body.
Tyrone Jones misses with a body shot.
Good leg kick by Tyrone Jones there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Tyrone Jones blocks a head kick by Maraçon.
Tyrone Jones tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Maraçon was well out of range. Poor timing from Tyrone Jones. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Tyrone Jones shoots for a takedown but Maraçon saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily. Maraçon bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T1# Maraçon throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tyrone Jones sees it coming and avoids it easily. Maraçon throws a body kick that digs right into the meat. Maraçon waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tyrone Jones. Maraçon shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. Maraçon closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. Maraçon lands a nice hook to Tyrone Jones's body. Tyrone Jones takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. Maraçon takes a shot right to the bread basket. Tyrone Jones misses with a straight right. Tyrone Jones checks the leg kick nicely there.
Maraçon misses with a low kick.
Maraçon throws a push kick but Tyrone Jones slaps the foot to one side. Ouch! a nice leg kick from Tyrone Jones, right into the meat.
Maraçon jabbing away but nothing is landing. Maraçon uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tyrone Jones. Maraçon slips under a jab. Good leg kick by Tyrone Jones there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Tyrone Jones swings for the body but Maraçon moves out of range.
Tyrone Jones lands with a thumping leg kick.
#T2# The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Maraçon is looking to score with low kicks. Some bone on bone action there as Tyrone Jones checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one. Maraçon is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight. Tyrone Jones misses with a left hand and Tyrone Jones takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Maraçon scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent. Maraçon lands with a hook. Tyrone Jones tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. Tyrone Jones tests Maraçon's chin there with a solid looking shot. Maraçon scores with a sloppy right hand. Tyrone Jones should have avoided that one. Tyrone Jones gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily and Maraçon counters with a straight punch to the midsection. Maraçon swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Maraçon lands a body shot.
Maraçon takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Tyrone Jones misses with a straight left. A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Tyrone Jones. Pablo Maraçon has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Russell Tyrone Jones. Nice cross by Maraçon.#T3# A low kick from Tyrone Jones is predictable there and Maraçon counters with a nice uppercut. Nice shot lands for Tyrone Jones. Maraçon ducks right into an uppercut from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones missing with a left hand there. Maraçon was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Tyrone Jones tries a low kick but Maraçon avoids it. Maraçon is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tyrone Jones. Maraçon tries to work over Tyrone Jones's front leg with a kick but Tyrone Jones checks it. Maraçon lands a lovely overhand right. Tyrone Jones clobbers Maraçon with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. Tyrone Jones misses with a body shot.
A little feinted left hand from Maraçon on the counter but he doesn't commit to it. Maraçon uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tyrone Jones. Maraçon walks into a straight right hand from Tyrone Jones. Maraçon misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tyrone Jones thumps Maraçon with a low kick. Maraçon misses with a body shot.
Tyrone Jones tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Maraçon takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it. Maraçon throws a nice looking combination but Tyrone Jones bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.#T4# Maraçon on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Tyrone Jones lands a glancing blow to the side of Maraçon's head. Tyrone Jones fails with the takedown. Maraçon was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger. Tyrone Jones walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head. Maraçon throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Maraçon staying out of range there. Maraçon swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect. Maraçon loads up on a big right hand but Tyrone Jones slips the punch. Maraçon displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tyrone Jones throws out the jab. Maraçon avoids the body shot from Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one. Tyrone Jones scores with a hook to the body. Maraçon takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Maraçon pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way. Tyrone Jones lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Maraçon swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tyrone Jones. Maraçon does a little dance to reset his feet. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Russell Tyrone Jones really dominated that round. That's time! Back to the action! #R4# Maraçon tests Tyrone Jones's chin there with a solid looking shot. A big left from Tyrone Jones misses. Tyrone Jones avoids a kick to the body.
Maraçon connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. Maraçon keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl. Tyrone Jones cracks a nice hook into Maraçon's ribs. Maraçon throws a jab when Tyrone Jones was well out of range. Tyrone Jones bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Maraçon's head. Maraçon keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tyrone Jones loads up on a big right hand but Maraçon slips the punch. It looked like Maraçon wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Maraçon throws a series of punches but Tyrone Jones moves out of range. Tyrone Jones throws a shot to the body.
Tyrone Jones misses with an uppercut. Tyrone Jones connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. Tyrone Jones misses with a straight left. Tyrone Jones clobbers Maraçon with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. #T1# Maraçon throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Tyrone Jones on the side of the head. Tyrone Jones has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye. Maraçon takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness. Tyrone Jones swings for the body but Maraçon moves out of range.
Tyrone Jones feints and then cracks Maraçon's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Maraçon down. Nice shot by Maraçon. Maraçon bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Maraçon tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tyrone Jones was well out of range. Poor timing from Maraçon. Tyrone Jones scores with a hook to the body. Maraçon takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. Tyrone Jones swings widly with a right hand
letting Maraçon counter with a right hand. A big left from Tyrone Jones misses. Tyrone Jones misses with a low kick. Maraçon moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body. Tyrone Jones thows a leg kick but Maraçon checks it and Maraçon counters with a good low kick that Tyrone Jones was not able to check. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Tyrone Jones connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. Maraçon takes one to the side of the head.
Maraçon uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones takes one to the side of the head.
Maraçon lands with a straight right. Tyrone Jones didn't see that one coming.#T2# Tyrone Jones avoids the body shot from Maraçon.
A telegraphed right hand from Tyrone Jones misses the target. Tyrone Jones feints and then cracks Maraçon's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Maraçon down. Tyrone Jones fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Maraçon has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage. Tyrone Jones misses with an uppercut. Maraçon saw that one coming. Maraçon swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Tyrone Jones scores with a slapping inside leg kick. Maraçon connects with a looping right hand.
Maraçon stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones connects with a solid leg kick. Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Maraçon, as that shot connected.
Maraçon throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Maraçon slips a straight right by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones connects with a jab. Maraçon takes one on the button. The fight stays on the outside here - Maraçon looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#T3# A decent looking cross lands there for Maraçon. Tyrone Jones fakes a head shot and lands one to the body. Maraçon attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin. Maraçon looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Maraçon stuns Tyrone Jones with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range. Tyrone Jones lands with a straight right. Maraçon didn't see that one coming. Tyrone Jones swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Maraçon swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect. Maraçon lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent. Maraçon blocks a low kick nicely. Maraçon cracks Tyrone Jones with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd. Tyrone Jones moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. Tyrone Jones throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Maraçon sees it coming and avoids it easily. Tyrone Jones lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range. Tyrone Jones misses with a lunging right hand
and Maraçon counters with a left to the body. 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! Tyrone Jones misses with a takedown attempt - Maraçon sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.#T4# Maraçon throws a leg kick but Tyrone Jones moved away. Maraçon with a hook. Maraçon misses with a hook. Tyrone Jones ducked under it nicely. Maraçon moves out of range of the strikes. Tyrone Jones 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.
Maraçon misses with a hook. Maraçon tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Tyrone Jones paws at him with a jab and circles away. Tyrone Jones walks into a left hand. Donk. Tyrone Jones catches Maraçon right on the button with a cross. Maraçon misses with a straight right. Some bone on bone action there as Tyrone Jones checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one. A swing and a miss from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Maraçon counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Maraçon thuds a left hand into Tyrone Jones's body. Maraçon scores with a crisp jab that stopped Tyrone Jones in his tracks. Tyrone Jones lands a body shot.
Tyrone Jones scores with a nice head shot. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close fourth round but I would say that Pablo Maraçon 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. This is the final round! #R5# Tyrone Jones scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent. Tyrone Jones misses with a body shot.
Maraçon steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones changes levels and scores with a jab to the body. Tyrone Jones sizes up Maraçon with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. Maraçon steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tyrone Jones. Maraçon on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Maraçon tries a head kick but it misses.
Tyrone Jones lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh. Tyrone Jones swings for the body but Maraçon moves out of range.
Maraçon ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tyrone Jones moves away. Tyrone Jones thuds his right hand into Maraçon's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Maraçon slips a jab from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Maraçon manages to avoid it. Maraçon misses with an attempted mid kick.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Maraçon 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 Tyrone Jones has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Tyrone Jones and we're back underway with a touch of gloves. Maraçon walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Tyrone Jones checks the leg kick.#T1# Tyrone Jones looks to throw the jab but Maraçon is out of range. Maraçon throws a body shot but no joy. Tyrone Jones throws a leg kick that is checked#CL# and Maraçon moves into the clinch. Maraçon lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Tyrone Jones or not. Maraçon lands a body shot in the clinch.
Still in the clinch, Maraçon scores with a nice short uppercut. Maraçon lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. Tyrone Jones can't find room to land a body shot as Maraçon controls the action.
#BC2# Tyrone Jones breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Maraçon ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tyrone Jones moves away. Tyrone Jones is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here. Tyrone Jones on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Tyrone Jones lands with an uppercut that bounces Maraçon off the cage and back into range. Tyrone Jones paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button. Tyrone Jones connects with a single shot there. Tyrone Jones misses with a wild body shot. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Maraçon throws an overhand right that lands on Tyrone Jones's shoulder, as Tyrone Jones tries to avoid the shot. And Tyrone Jones tries to counter it with a takedown but Maraçon pushes his down on his head and steps out. Tyrone Jones is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Maraçon. Tyrone Jones jabbing away but nothing is landing. #T2# Tyrone Jones throws a jab but it's blocked by Maraçon. Tyrone Jones misses with an uppercut. An attempted straight right counter from Maraçon misses the target. Tyrone Jones fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Maraçon manages to avoid it. Pablo Maraçon has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Maraçon keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones misses with a hook. Maraçon ducked under it nicely. Tyrone Jones lands with a nice body punch. Tyrone Jones lands a really nice looking cross but Maraçon seems unphased.
Maraçon throws a head kick but Tyrone Jones moves out of range.
Tyrone Jones gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Maraçon. Maraçon keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Maraçon throws a lazy right hand but Tyrone Jones sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Maraçon throws a body kick but he wasn't in range. Tyrone Jones dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Tyrone Jones throws a hook but Maraçon blocks it. Tyrone Jones scores with a nice right hand.
Maraçon misses with a hook. Tyrone Jones ducked under it nicely. Maraçon drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.#T3# Maraçon ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tyrone Jones moves away. Tyrone Jones uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Maraçon. Tyrone Jones cracks Maraçon with an open hand slap. Nice jab there from Tyrone Jones. Maraçon is looking to clinch. Maraçon throws a low kick, looking for Tyrone Jones's leg but Tyrone Jones calmly moves out of range. Tyrone Jones takes a swing at Maraçon's ribcage but misses. Tyrone Jones dips to his left and cracks Maraçon with an uppercut! Tyrone Jones lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise. Maraçon tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him. Maraçon with a jab. A jab from Tyrone Jones finds it's way through Maraçon's defenses. Maraçon uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tyrone Jones throws a big shot that misses. Tyrone Jones throws an overhand right that lands on Maraçon's shoulder, as Maraçon tries to avoid the shot. Tyrone Jones connects with a good right hand that stumbles Maraçon. Maraçon circles away out of range and recomposes himself.#T4# Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Tyrone Jones lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected. Maraçon lands with a slapping head kick. #CUT# It looks like Russell Tyrone Jones has been cut. Maraçon throws a body shot but no joy. Maraçon misses with a wild body shot. Tyrone Jones drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Maraçon defends it well. Maraçon throws a hook but Tyrone Jones avoids it easily. Tyrone Jones avoids a low kick by using good footwork. Maraçon throws a body punch but Tyrone Jones moves out of range. Maraçon connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. Tyrone Jones cracks Maraçon with an open hand slap. Tyrone Jones takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Tyrone Jones lands a jab to the head.
A decent looking cross lands there for Tyrone Jones. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Tyrone Jones lands with a cross. Maraçon takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Tyrone Jones takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away. Tyrone Jones digs a good body shot into Maraçon's ribs. Tyrone Jones scores with a body shot.
And that's the end of the fight! Russell Tyrone Jones comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I think Tyrone Jones 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 Don Winkell scores the fight 45:50 Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 45:50 Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 48:49
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Russell Tyrone Jones! Russell Tyrone Jones 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.
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Syn 636 Jones vs Mahmoud IV
Date: Jun 22, 2019 |
#R1# Mahmoud lands a right hook to the body.
Tyrone Jones connects with a looping right hand.
Mahmoud closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. Mahmoud missing with a left hand there. Tyrone Jones was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Tyrone Jones takes a swing at Mahmoud's ribcage but misses. Tyrone Jones throws a hook but Mahmoud blocks it. Tyrone Jones misses with a straight left. Decent striking displayed by Tyrone Jones there. Tyrone Jones seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym. Tyrone Jones ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Mahmoud moves away. Mahmoud appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body. Tyrone Jones lands the left hand. Mahmoud misses with a wild body shot. Tyrone Jones misses the jab. Tyrone Jones looks to throw the jab but Mahmoud is out of range. Tyrone Jones throws a jab but it's blocked by Mahmoud. Tyrone Jones scores with a nice right hand.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Nice shot lands for Tyrone Jones. Mahmoud feints a jab promting Tyrone Jones to slip. Mahmoud then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Tyrone Jones slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.#CUT2# It looks like Russell Tyrone Jones has been cut. Jab, jab by Tyrone Jones - just one landing. Russell Tyrone Jones seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Mahmoud tries to bum rush Tyrone Jones with a series of wild strikes but Tyrone Jones uses good footwork to avoid the assault.#T1# Mahmoud tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tyrone Jones was well out of range. Poor timing from Mahmoud. Mahmoud throws an overhand right that lands on Tyrone Jones's shoulder, as Tyrone Jones tries to avoid the shot. #CL2# Mahmoud closes the distance and clinches. Tyrone Jones prevents a body shot from Mahmoud. Still in the clinch, Tyrone Jones scores with a nice short uppercut. Mahmoud blocks an uppercut.
Mahmoud misses with a hook from the clinch. Tyrone Jones scores with an uppercut up the middle. Mahmoud tries a body shot but Tyrone Jones blocks it.
Mahmoud throws a head punch that misses. Tyrone Jones blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tyrone Jones misses with the head strike.
#BC# Tyrone Jones escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Tyrone Jones with a body punch. A glancing blow. Tyrone Jones misses with a jab to the body
and Mahmoud connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Tyrone Jones swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Mahmoud moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot. Mahmoud looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Mahmoud lunges at Tyrone Jones with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Tyrone Jones's hand. Mahmoud moves in looking to clinch but Tyrone Jones pushes him off. Mahmoud finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
#T2# Tyrone Jones looks to score with a combo but nothing lands. Mahmoud ducks under a wild hook from Tyrone Jones. Sameh Mahmoud is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Tyrone Jones misses with a hook. Mahmoud ducked under it nicely. Mahmoud looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it. The fighters circling - Mahmoud throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Tyrone Jones thows a left - swing and a miss! Mahmoud steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Mahmoud.
Good work by Mahmoud as he checks the leg kick. Mahmoud let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land. Tyrone Jones throws a leg kick and Mahmoud counters with a straight right hand. Tyrone Jones throws a series of strikes that have Mahmoud backpedaling.
Mahmoud throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Good exchange - Tyrone Jones coming out on top. Tyrone Jones connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Mahmoud momentarily.
Mahmoud sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs. Tyrone Jones throws a leg kick which misses Mahmoud's front leg but catches the back leg as Mahmoud tries to avoid it. Mahmoud connects with a leg kick. Tyrone Jones looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it. Mahmoud throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Tyrone Jones ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent. Sloppy strikes from Tyrone Jones. Those never looked like landing. A nice side step and Mahmoud releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.#T3# Mahmoud misses with a wild body shot. #TD# Mahmoud gets caught flat footed, as Tyrone Jones shoots in with a quick takedown into guard. Tyrone Jones throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Mahmoud works some decent striking defense from the bottom. Mahmoud is trying to control the position but Tyrone Jones postures up. Tyrone Jones tries to free his leg and advance position but Mahmoud is retaining full guard. Mahmoud pulls Tyrone Jones in to control the position. Tyrone Jones wants to control from the top but Mahmoud keeps moving. Mahmoud pulls Tyrone Jones in to control the position. Tyrone Jones controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup. Tyrone Jones postures up.
#REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up. Mahmoud closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. Tyrone Jones ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Tyrone Jones is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.#T4# Tyrone Jones scores with a nice right hand.
Tyrone Jones thows a left - swing and a miss! Tyrone Jones lands a nice leg kick that just misses Mahmoud's sensitive parts. Tyrone Jones misses with an uppercut. Tyrone Jones throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Nice uppercut lands for Tyrone Jones. That snapped Mahmoud's head back.
Tyrone Jones fails to land with a series of punches.
Mahmoud swings for the body but Tyrone Jones moves out of range.
Jab by Tyrone Jones. Mahmoud throws out a loose jab but Tyrone Jones uses good head movement to avoid it. Tyrone Jones lands a glancing blow to the side of Mahmoud's head. Tyrone Jones buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Mahmoud looks to score with a jab to the body but Tyrone Jones is just out of range. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Tyrone Jones buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Mahmoud drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles. Mahmoud's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Tyrone Jones connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Mahmoud scrambles back to his feet. Tyrone Jones ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Russell Tyrone Jones dominated that round. The cut man is working on Russell Tyrone Jones's cut. 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# Tyrone Jones swats away the attempt to clinch by Mahmoud. Tyrone Jones ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Mahmoud moves away. Tyrone Jones slips under a jab. Tyrone Jones throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Tyrone Jones uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Mahmoud.
Tyrone Jones is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Mahmoud. Tyrone Jones is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Mahmoud can do to turn this around? Tyrone Jones throws a big shot that misses. The fighters circle momentarily. Tyrone Jones darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch. Tyrone Jones tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Mahmoud was well out of range. Poor timing from Tyrone Jones. Mahmoud tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tyrone Jones was well out of range. Poor timing from Mahmoud. Tyrone Jones connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Mahmoud's hands. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Mahmoud pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way. A big left from Tyrone Jones misses. Tyrone Jones misses with a straight right. Mahmoud takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily. Tyrone Jones thows a left - swing and a miss! Mahmoud steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect. Tyrone Jones slips a jab from Mahmoud.#T1# Mahmoud chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Tyrone Jones throws a right and a left that both miss. Tyrone Jones stuns Mahmoud with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range. Mahmoud fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tyrone Jones manages to avoid it. Tyrone Jones looks for a takedown but Mahmoud sprawls well. Mahmoud scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard. Tyrone Jones digs a good body shot into Mahmoud's ribs. Tyrone Jones throws out a powerful jab. Tyrone Jones feints a jab promting Mahmoud to slip. Tyrone Jones then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Mahmoud slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.#TD# Tyrone Jones throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Mahmoud tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Tyrone Jones is in Mahmoud's guard. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Mahmoud wants to sweep but no luck. Tyrone Jones lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard. Tyrone Jones has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission. Tyrone Jones throwing strikes from guard but Mahmoud blocks nicely. #T2# Tyrone Jones throws a big right hand that misses. Tyrone Jones looking to control the position here, rather than advance. Tyrone Jones looking to sit in guard and control but Mahmoud gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB# Mahmoud is fighting to break Tyrone Jones's control of his arms but Tyrone Jones is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment. Tyrone Jones 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. Tyrone Jones has his hands on Mahmoud's head, controlling the position. #SUB# Tyrone Jones is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T3# Tyrone Jones is pulling down on Mahmoud's head. It's preventing any offense from Mahmoud, at least for the moment. Mahmoud controlling from the top position. Tyrone Jones tries to land a sweep but no joy. Tyrone Jones manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Mahmoud manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR##T4# The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so. Tyrone Jones throwing strikes but missing. Tyrone Jones is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. Tyrone Jones trying to control the position from guard on top but Mahmoud is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Tyrone Jones pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Mahmoud is keeping the position for now. Tyrone Jones with a nice head shot there. Tyrone Jones passes into half guard. Tyrone Jones with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. Mahmoud controlling the position for now. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Russell Tyrone Jones dominated that second round. The cut man is working on Russell Tyrone Jones's cut. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! #R3# Tyrone Jones thuds a left hand into Mahmoud's body. Tyrone Jones lands a right hook to the body.
A big left from Tyrone Jones misses. Mahmoud tries to counter by closing the distance. Mahmoud has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye. Mahmoud is looking to clinch. Mahmoud dodges the punch combination from Tyrone Jones.
Mahmoud throws a body shot but no joy. Tyrone Jones lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Tyrone Jones lands a really nice looking cross but Mahmoud seems unphased.
#TD# Tyrone Jones closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Mahmoud to the mat! Mahmoud manages to get full guard. Mahmoud has control of Tyrone Jones's left arm, preventing Tyrone Jones from doing any damage. Mahmoud not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Mahmoud being controlled here, momentarily. Tyrone Jones passes into half guard. #T1# Mahmoud blocking the ground and pound attempt from Tyrone Jones. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Tyrone Jones wants to control but Mahmoud is keeping him busy. Tyrone Jones is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard. Russell Tyrone Jones overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. Tyrone Jones is in close to Mahmoud's body, working some short punches and elbows. Mahmoud pulls Tyrone Jones in close to prevent any damage. Mahmoud can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Tyrone Jones controls the pace. Mahmoud avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #T2# My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer. Mahmoud looking to control.
Tyrone Jones pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Mahmoud is keeping the position for now. Mahmoud preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. Mahmoud seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. Mahmoud working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Tyrone Jones. If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup. Tyrone Jones passes Mahmoud's left leg - he's now in half guard. Mahmoud wants to control but Tyrone Jones is keeping busy and won't allow it. Tyrone Jones wants to pass the guard but Mahmoud is defending well. Well, if Tyrone Jones 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.
Tyrone Jones wants to free his trapped foot but Mahmoud is holding on for dear life with his legs. #T3##SUB# Tyrone Jones is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Mahmoud sees it coming and defends easily. Tyrone Jones seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. #SUB# Tyrone Jones is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Tyrone Jones is looking to advance position but Mahmoud won't allow it. Tyrone Jones has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Tyrone Jones 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.
#T4# Tyrone Jones punching from mount but Mahmoud doing a good job of avoiding damage. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Tyrone Jones can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Mahmoud is looking to escape. Mahmoud is desperately trying to improve his position but Tyrone Jones has a good base and remains in mount. Tyrone Jones trying to control but he's not successful this time. Tyrone Jones throwing strikes here but Mahmoud is writhing around nicely and avoiding any serious damage.
Tyrone Jones unloads with some shots from mount but Mahmoud bucks and avoids them well.
Tyrone Jones throwing sloppy strikes here. Perhaps if he tightened up his striking from such a dominant position, he'd be able to finish easier.
Tyrone Jones with the ground and pound from mount. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Tyrone Jones misses with a head shot. Tyrone Jones content just to control the position here. Tyrone Jones punishing his opponent with strikes. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Russell Tyrone Jones clearly takes that round. The cut man is working on Russell Tyrone Jones's cut. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! #R4# Tyrone Jones digs a good hook to Mahmoud's body.
Mahmoud is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
A nice leg kick lands there from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones missing with a left hand there. Mahmoud was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Tyrone Jones throws a series of punches but Mahmoud avoids them all with ease. Tyrone Jones tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Mahmoud was well out of range. Poor timing from Tyrone Jones. Mahmoud slips under a jab from Tyrone Jones. Mahmoud counters with a body kick. Tyrone Jones misses with a wild body shot. Mahmoud was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind. Tyrone Jones misses with a straight left. Tyrone Jones misses with a body shot
and Mahmoud counters with a stiff right hand. Mahmoud closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. A looping hook to the body misses from Tyrone Jones. Mahmoud does a little dance to reset his feet. Tyrone Jones throws out a loose jab but Mahmoud uses good head movement to avoid it. A swing and a miss from Mahmoud. Tyrone Jones scores with a jab to the body. Tyrone Jones takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
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! Mahmoud misses with a looping right.#T1# Tyrone Jones misses with a looping right. Tyrone Jones throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Mahmoud counters with a stiff right hand. Tyrone Jones throws the left hand but Mahmoud avoids the punch easily. Mahmoud throws out a counter right but Tyrone Jones avoids it with no problem. Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Mahmoud 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 Tyrone Jones has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Tyrone Jones and we're back underway with a touch of gloves. Russell Tyrone Jones is winning the standup battle so far. Tyrone Jones takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
A cross from Tyrone Jones lands. Mahmoud moves out of range of the leg kick from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones throws the left hand but Mahmoud avoids the punch easily. A shot to the liver by Tyrone Jones. Beautiful body shot. Mahmoud takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Tyrone Jones scores with the left hand. Mahmoud knows he should have avoided that one. Tyrone Jones throws a body shot but no joy. Tyrone Jones throws a predictable looking body shot
and Mahmoud makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range. Tyrone Jones swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A slapping leg kick lands for Tyrone Jones.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Tyrone Jones scores to the head and body with a nice combination!#T2# Tyrone Jones misses with a right hand and Mahmoud makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick. It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over. Tyrone Jones avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Tyrone Jones circles away from the clinch attempt.
Tyrone Jones connects with a good right hand that stumbles Mahmoud. Mahmoud circles away out of range and recomposes himself. Tyrone Jones connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head. Tyrone Jones throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tyrone Jones throws a quick inside leg kick. Tyrone Jones throws a looping overhand right but Mahmoud ducks down to avoid it. Tyrone Jones steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Mahmoud. Mahmoud chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Tyrone Jones can pounce on him.
Mahmoud shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down. Tyrone Jones drops down looking for a counter takedown but Mahmoud sprawls and moves away. Tyrone Jones digs a good body shot into Mahmoud's ribs. Mahmoud lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw. Mahmoud looks to score with a jab to the body but Tyrone Jones is just out of range. Tyrone Jones throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
#T3# Tyrone Jones fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Mahmoud manages to avoid it. Tyrone Jones lands with a shot to the body. Tyrone Jones lands a body shot.
Tyrone Jones takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Tyrone Jones throws a predictable looking body shot
and Mahmoud counters with a stiff right hand. Tyrone Jones 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.
Tyrone Jones throws a leg kick but Mahmoud sees it coming and checks it nicely. Mahmoud takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh. Mahmoud lunges at Tyrone Jones with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Tyrone Jones's hand. #CL2# Mahmoud forces Tyrone Jones back against the cage and clinches. Mahmoud tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Mahmoud lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. Tyrone Jones working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Tyrone Jones lands a nice shot to the body. Tyrone Jones is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though. Tyrone Jones blocks an uppercut.
Mahmoud tries to throw a body punch but Tyrone Jones avoids it by throwing Mahmoud back against the cage. #T4# Mahmoud swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Mahmoud. Mahmoud is working Tyrone Jones over against the cage. Mahmoud pushes Tyrone Jones back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. Tyrone Jones swings wildly with an uppercut but Mahmoud uses good head movement to avoid it. Mahmoud lands a left hand that snaps the head of Tyrone Jones backwards. Mahmoud misses with a punch to the body.
Mahmoud trying to land knees to the body.
Mahmoud swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Mahmoud lands a body punch in the clinch. Mahmoud stalling in the clinch.
A short uppercut from Mahmoud. Mahmoud's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down. Tyrone Jones being controlled against the cage. Sameh Mahmoud seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Mahmoud lands a hook that snaps the head of Tyrone Jones backwards. Mahmoud struggles to land a body shot inside as Tyrone Jones controls his hands.
Tyrone Jones misses with a hook from the clinch. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close fourth round but I would say that Russell Tyrone Jones will probably get the nod. The cut man is working on Russell Tyrone Jones's cut. 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! #R5# Mahmoud slips under a jab from Tyrone Jones. Mahmoud misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut. Mahmoud throws a shot from downtown. Tyrone Jones moves away and avoids it. Good leg kick by Tyrone Jones there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Mahmoud is looking to score with low kicks. Mahmoud takes one to the side of the head.
Tyrone Jones lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh. Tyrone Jones digs a good hook to Mahmoud's body.
Tyrone Jones staying out of range there. Tyrone Jones listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Tyrone Jones throws a lazy uppercut
enabling Mahmoud to counter with a crisp jab. Tyrone Jones connects with a looping right hand.
Tyrone Jones fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
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! Mahmoud loads up on a big right hand but Tyrone Jones slips the punch. Mahmoud tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Tyrone Jones is able to avoid easily.#T1# A big right from Tyrone Jones misses. Tyrone Jones scores with the left hand. Mahmoud knows he should have avoided that one. Tyrone Jones darts in and out, connecting with a jab. Mahmoud lands an overhand right. Mahmoud takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Mahmoud on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. Tyrone Jones ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Mahmoud moves away. Mahmoud takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Tyrone Jones connects with a single shot there. Tyrone Jones pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Mahmoud was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind. Mahmoud misses the shot to the body. A jab from Tyrone Jones does it's job there. Mahmoud uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tyrone Jones. A looping hook to the body misses from Tyrone Jones. Mahmoud does a little dance to reset his feet. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Tyrone Jones lands a lovely overhand right.#T2# Tyrone Jones moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination. Tyrone Jones misses with an uppercut. Mahmoud saw that one coming. Tyrone Jones thumps Mahmoud with a low kick. Tyrone Jones pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Tyrone Jones, as that shot connected.
Tyrone Jones throws a poor cross that misses
and Mahmoud counters with a nice body shot. Tyrone Jones fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Mahmoud manages to avoid it. Some wild striking there from Tyrone Jones.
Mahmoud lands a slapping body shot.
Mahmoud throws a jab when Tyrone Jones was well out of range. Mahmoud moves away from the strike by Tyrone Jones. A punch combination from Tyrone Jones misses. Tyrone Jones punishes Mahmoud's body with a nice straight punch. Tyrone Jones misses with an uppercut. Mahmoud saw that one coming.#T3# Mahmoud tries to work over Tyrone Jones's front leg with a kick but Tyrone Jones checks it. Tyrone Jones goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo. Mahmoud avoids a punch combination nicely.
Mahmoud bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Tyrone Jones throws a looping overhand right but Mahmoud ducks down to avoid it. It seemed like Mahmoud was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. Tyrone Jones swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Tyrone Jones moves away from the strike by Mahmoud. Tyrone Jones misses with a double jab.
Mahmoud swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made. Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones looks to score with a jab to the body but Mahmoud is just out of range. A slow jab from Tyrone Jones misses its intended target. Tyrone Jones throws a sloppy body shot
#CL2# and Mahmoud moves into the clinch. Tyrone Jones misses with some punches.
Mahmoud lands a shoulder strike. Tyrone Jones misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Sameh Mahmoud has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4# Tyrone Jones misses with a body punch.
A short right from Tyrone Jones. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. A quick uppercut on the inside from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Mahmoud blocks a body shot from Tyrone Jones. Mahmoud misses with some punches.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tyrone Jones. A right hook to the body lands for Mahmoud.
Tyrone Jones misses with a punch to the body.
Tyrone Jones struggles to land a body shot inside as Mahmoud controls his hands.
Mahmoud lands a body punch. Both of our modern day gladiators look out of it here - a gruelling 5 rounds of action taking it's toll on them, no doubt. Mahmoud can't find room to land a body shot as Tyrone Jones controls the action.
Mahmoud lands a left hand that snaps the head of Tyrone Jones backwards. Tyrone Jones tries to work over Mahmoud's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. A head punch blocked on the inside by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges. Mahmoud makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut. Tyrone Jones tries to work over Mahmoud's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Mahmoud lands a left hand that snaps the head of Tyrone Jones backwards. An uppercut to the body lands inside from Mahmoud.
And that's the end of the fight! Russell Tyrone Jones showed his dominance in that final round. Well I reckon that's a shut out for Tyrone Jones, 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 50:44 Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 50:44 Judge James Atkins scores the fight 50:45
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Russell Tyrone Jones! Russell Tyrone Jones retains his middleweight title! After the fight, Russell Tyrone Jones 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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Syn 631 Jones vs JYD II
Date: May 18, 2019 |
#R1# Dog connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head. Dog moves out of range as Tyrone Jones strikes. Dog looks like he wants to counter punch here. Dog avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Tyrone Jones dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Tyrone Jones scores with a crisp jab that stopped Dog in his tracks. Tyrone Jones moves away from the strike by Dog. Tyrone Jones throws a body shot but no joy. Dog tries to clinch but Tyrone Jones moves out of range. Tyrone Jones feinted with a counter takedown. Tyrone Jones punishes Dog's body with a nice straight punch. Dog loads up on a big right hand but Tyrone Jones slips the punch. A telegraphed right hand from Tyrone Jones misses the target. Dog pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Tyrone Jones is looking to slow Dog down with leg kicks. Wow, both these guys are really going for it! Donk. Dog catches Tyrone Jones right on the button with a cross. Tyrone Jones throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Russell Tyrone Jones seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Dog comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Tyrone Jones throws a body shot but no joy. Dog uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones 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. Tyrone Jones swings for the body but Dog moves out of range.
Tyrone Jones looks to land a left hand but Dog moved out of range nicely. Tyrone Jones takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Tyrone Jones throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Dog stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly. Tyrone Jones listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut. Dog stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.#T1##TD# Dog gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Tyrone Jones to score an easy takedown into full guard. Tyrone Jones content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Tyrone Jones accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. Tyrone Jones trying to control the position from guard on top but Dog is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Tyrone Jones is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2# Dog is looking for a triangle but Tyrone Jones pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB2# Dog has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Tyrone Jones can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. Tyrone Jones's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T2# Tyrone Jones trying to control but Dog is working from the bottom. Tyrone Jones stopping the sweep attempt from Dog. Tyrone Jones scores with a decent looking elbow strike. Dog keeping moving, preventing Tyrone Jones from controlling successfully. A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Dog holds on and takes a little breather. Dog 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. Tyrone Jones working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Dog's head. Tyrone Jones stands up over Dog, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. #T3##SUB2# Tyrone Jones got a little sloppy there for a moment and Dog has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Tyrone Jones has managed to get both his arms back between Dog's legs - danger averted. Tyrone Jones forces his way into half guard. Tyrone Jones wants to lay and pray for a moment but Dog keeps working. Tyrone Jones controlling the action here. Dog is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. Tyrone Jones lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. Tyrone Jones trying to pass the guard but Dog defending well. Tyrone Jones is taking a breather. Dog says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.#T4# Dog is staying active underneath Tyrone Jones, who seems content to just control the action from this position. Tyrone Jones prevents Dog from improving his position. The fighters are battling for position here. Dog manages to regain full guard. Nice work. Tyrone Jones sitting in guard here, content to control. Tyrone Jones wants to control from the top but Dog keeps moving. Tyrone Jones looking to pass the guard. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Tyrone Jones won't allow Dog to sweep him here. Tyrone Jones slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. Tyrone Jones pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Dog is keeping the position for now. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Russell Tyrone Jones dominated that round. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. #R2# Dog looks to land a left hand but Tyrone Jones moved out of range nicely. Tyrone Jones is looking to wear down Dog with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment. Dog slips under a jab from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Tyrone Jones there as he acknowledges the shot. Tyrone Jones scores with a slapping inside leg kick. Dog jabs Tyrone Jones to the body, keeping him at a distance. Dog uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tyrone Jones.
Good leg kick by Tyrone Jones there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
#TD# Tyrone Jones looking to score a takedown here. Dog is defending well but Tyrone Jones drives through and ends up in Dog's guard. Dog looking to hit a scissor sweep but Tyrone Jones is one step ahead there. Dog is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent. Tyrone Jones trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. Tyrone Jones slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. Dog keeping moving, preventing Tyrone Jones from controlling successfully. #T1##SUB2# Dog has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Tyrone Jones can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. Dog looking to control.
Tyrone Jones stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Dog swivels though and keeps the full guard. Tyrone Jones lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard. Dog wants to sweep here but Tyrone Jones controlling him for the moment. Tyrone Jones trying to control but Dog is working from the bottom. Tyrone Jones trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. Tyrone Jones trying to control but Dog is working from the bottom. Tyrone Jones looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T2# Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless. We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup. Tyrone Jones is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Dog can do to turn this around?#REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up. Dog misses with a hook. Tyrone Jones ducked under it nicely. Tyrone Jones connects with a single shot there. Tyrone Jones blocks a jab. The fighters circling - Tyrone Jones throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Good standup being displayed there by Tyrone Jones as he connects with a hook. An inside leg kick lands from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones misses with a wild body shot. A jab from Dog misses. Dog takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily. Tyrone Jones goes for a double leg but Dog avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Dog continues to drive forward. Dog tries to clinch but Tyrone Jones moves out of range. Dog misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tyrone Jones.
#T3# Tyrone Jones throws a right and a left that both miss. Dog throws an overhand right that lands on Tyrone Jones's shoulder, as Tyrone Jones tries to avoid the shot. Tyrone Jones changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit. Tyrone Jones ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Dog moves away. Dog moves out of range of the strikes. Tyrone Jones swats away the attempt to clinch by Dog. Tyrone Jones with a nice cross. Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Dog, as that shot connected.
A slow jab from Tyrone Jones misses its intended target. A little jabbing left from Dog on the counter but it doesn't find it's target. Tyrone Jones waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Dog. Dog misses with a straight left. A big left from Tyrone Jones misses. Dog lands a leg kick that knocks Tyrone Jones off balance momentarily. Tyrone Jones misses with the combination.
#TD# Tyrone Jones fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Dog sprawls well initially but Tyrone Jones persists and gets the takedown into half guard. Tyrone Jones thows a huge punch but Dog dodges it nicely.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Dog is staying active underneath Tyrone Jones, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T4# Dog gets back to full guard.
Russell Tyrone Jones overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. Dog keeping moving, preventing Tyrone Jones from controlling successfully. Dog controls Tyrone Jones momentarily but Tyrone Jones frees himself. Tyrone Jones engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. Tyrone Jones won't allow Dog to sweep him here. Tyrone Jones wants to pass the guard but Dog is keeping the position. Tyrone Jones slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. Dog manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Tyrone Jones manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB# And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Russell Tyrone Jones dominated that second round. That's time! Back to the action! #R3# Tyrone Jones connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son. Dog throws a leg kick but Tyrone Jones sees it coming and moves out of range. Dog takes one on the button. Dog misses with a straight right. Dog jabbing away but nothing is landing. Tyrone Jones's corner calls for a 1-2. Tyrone Jones obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. Dog is looking to clinch. Dog scores with a jab to the head.
Dog misses the shot to the body. Tyrone Jones moves out of range of the strikes. A jab from Tyrone Jones misses. Dog takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Dog tries a head kick but it misses.
Tyrone Jones misses with a body shot.
Dog misses with a low kick.
Dog throws a body punch but Tyrone Jones moves out of range. Tyrone Jones attempts a counter takedown but Dog avoids it well and moves away. Tyrone Jones lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Dog circles away quickly and effectively. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! A slow jab from Dog misses its intended target. Good exchange - Dog coming out on top. Tyrone Jones scores with a crisp jab that stopped Dog in his tracks. #T1# Tyrone Jones moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross. Tyrone Jones bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Dog's head backwards. Tyrone Jones misses the jab. The fighters circling - Tyrone Jones throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Dog looks like he wants to counter punch here. A big right from Dog misses. Tyrone Jones jabs at Dog's body. Russell Tyrone Jones is winning the standup battle so far. Dog staying out of range there. Tyrone Jones waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Dog. Dog lands with an uppercut that bounces Tyrone Jones off the cage and back into range. Tyrone Jones fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Dog manages to avoid it. Tyrone Jones misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Dog.
Dog has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Tyrone Jones.#CL2# Dog fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Tyrone Jones, pushing him back against the cage. Dog has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Tyrone Jones is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet. A short right hand to the side of the head by Tyrone Jones. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Dog is leaning against Tyrone Jones and scores with a nice uppercut to the body. Dog throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges. Dog misses with a short punch on the inside. Dog tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Dog tries to throw a body punch but Tyrone Jones avoids it by throwing Dog back against the cage. #T2##BC# Tyrone Jones breaks from the clinch.
Dog blocks a jab. A jab from Tyrone Jones misses. And an attempted straight right on the counter from Dog! But no joy. Dog misses with a straight right. Dog with a jab. Dog lands with an overhand left. Dog takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch. Tyrone Jones throws a right hand that misses
and Dog counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Tyrone Jones thinking. Dog fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done. An inside leg kick from Tyrone Jones misses. Dog staying out of range there. A slow jab from Dog misses its intended target. Tyrone Jones chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Dog missing with a left hand there. Tyrone Jones was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Dog keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Dog throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Tyrone Jones throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Nice jab there from Dog. A looping hook to the body misses from Dog. Tyrone Jones does a little dance to reset his feet.#T3# Dog throws a lazy right hand but Tyrone Jones sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. A bone on bone clash there as Dog blocks the leg kick.
Dog moves out of range as Tyrone Jones strikes. Dog lands with an uppercut that bounces Tyrone Jones off the cage and back into range. A slow jab from Tyrone Jones misses its intended target. A little jabbing left from Dog on the counter but it doesn't find it's target. Tyrone Jones chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Tyrone Jones misses with a straight right. Dog takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Dog connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Tyrone Jones momentarily.
Tyrone Jones throws a looping overhand right but Dog ducks down to avoid it. Dog checks a leg kick. Tyrone Jones closes the distance and lands a one-two. Tyrone Jones fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Dog manages to avoid it. Dog bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Tyrone Jones's head backwards. A punch combination from Tyrone Jones misses. This has been an exciting period of action! Dog throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Tyrone Jones stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly. The fighters circling - Tyrone Jones throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Tyrone Jones jabbing away but nothing is landing. Dog catches Tyrone Jones with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong! Dog avoids the body shot from Tyrone Jones.
Dog was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.#T4# Tyrone Jones throws a body shot but no joy. Jab, jab by Dog - just one landing. Tyrone Jones attempts a low kick but it misses it's target. Tyrone Jones connects with a crisp jab. Dog fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tyrone Jones manages to avoid it. Decent striking displayed by Dog there. Tyrone Jones throws a wild combination but nothing lands. And an attempted straight right on the counter from Dog! But no joy. Dog blocks a jab. Dog fakes a head shot and lands one to the body. Tyrone Jones moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot. Tyrone Jones walks into a stiff left hand from Dog. Tyrone Jones lands a jab to Dog's midsection. Dog scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent. Tyrone Jones takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Tyrone Jones lands a slapping body shot.
Tyrone Jones looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that. Dog lands the left hand. Tyrone Jones keeps the fight on the outside. A solid leg kick lands there for Dog.
Tyrone Jones throws a body shot but no joy. Dog flicks out a counter leg kick but Tyrone Jones steps away. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close third round but Junkyard Dog just about did enough to take it. That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. #R4# Tyrone Jones fails to land with a series of punches.
Tyrone Jones scores with a jab to the body. Tyrone Jones digs a good hook to Dog's body.
Tyrone Jones just misses with a punch to the body.
Dog has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off. Dog throws an overhand right that lands on Tyrone Jones's shoulder, as Tyrone Jones tries to avoid the shot. Tyrone Jones scores with a hook to the body. Dog takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. Tyrone Jones closes the distance and lands a one-two. Nice uppercut lands for Dog. That snapped Tyrone Jones's head back.
A big left from Tyrone Jones misses. Dog avoids a punch combination nicely.
Dog lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw. Sloppy strikes from Tyrone Jones. Those never looked like landing. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Dog tries to clinch but Tyrone Jones moves out of range. Tyrone Jones misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Dog.
Dog lands with a nice body punch. Tyrone Jones throws a jab but it's blocked by Dog. Tyrone Jones walks into a jab. Tyrone Jones looks to throw the jab but Dog is out of range. #T1# Dog moves into range and connects with a jab. Dog throws an overhand right that lands on Tyrone Jones's shoulder, as Tyrone Jones tries to avoid the shot. Dog doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body. Dog swings for the body but Tyrone Jones moves out of range.
Dog staying out of range there. Tyrone Jones connects with a nice looking jab.
Dog lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Nice uppercut there from Dog. Tyrone Jones scores with a sloppy right hand. Dog should have avoided that one. Tyrone Jones throws an overhand right that lands on Dog's shoulder, as Dog tries to avoid the shot. Dog avoids the body shot from Tyrone Jones.
The fighters circling - Dog throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Tyrone Jones connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son. Dog scores with a jab. Tyrone Jones acknowledges it with a nod of the head. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Dog just misses with a punch to the body.
Dog throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Tyrone Jones. A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Tyrone Jones. Dog cracks Tyrone Jones with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.#T2# Dog pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Tyrone Jones keeps the fight on the outside. Dog avoids the body shot from Tyrone Jones.
Dog looks like he wants to counter punch here. Dog takes one to the chin there. Tyrone Jones swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Dog avoids a lazy jab quite easily. A punch lands to the side of Dog 's head but he takes it in his stride. Dog throws a lazy right hand but Tyrone Jones sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Dog moves out of range as Tyrone Jones strikes. Dog misses with a looping right. Dog tries to clinch there but Tyrone Jones circles away.
Tyrone Jones throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Good exchange - Tyrone Jones coming out on top. Dog is looking to clinch. Dog lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Tyrone Jones bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Dog's head. Tyrone Jones swats away the attempt to clinch by Dog.#T3# Dog scores with a nice head shot. Dog takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor. Dog connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. Dog uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tyrone Jones.
Dog avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#TD# Tyrone Jones drives through with a takedown into guard. Tyrone Jones throws a big right hand that misses. Tyrone Jones stopping the sweep attempt from Dog. Tyrone Jones tries to free his leg and advance position but Dog is retaining full guard. #SUB2# Dog escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Tyrone Jones gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. Dog has momentary wrist control but Tyrone Jones slips an elbow through the middle.#SUB2# Dog looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Tyrone Jones postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #T4# Tyrone Jones trying to control but Dog is working from the bottom. #SUB2# Dog looking for a guillotine here but Tyrone Jones defends easily.
Tyrone Jones wants to control from the top but Dog keeps moving. #SUB2# Dog is looking for a triangle but Tyrone Jones pushes his legs off easily.
Dog keeping moving, preventing Tyrone Jones from controlling successfully. 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! Dog looking for a sweep. Not yet Dog, not yet. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Russell Tyrone Jones had his way with Junkyard Dog in that round. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round! #R5# Tyrone Jones throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Dog. Dog takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch. Dog on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. Dog misses with an uppercut. Dog slips under a jab. Tyrone Jones misses the shot to the body. #CL2# Dog rushes Tyrone Jones and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch. Dog gets through Tyrone Jones's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. Tyrone Jones is working for takedown but Dog is calmly controlling the position for now. Dog lands a right hand that snaps the head of Tyrone Jones backwards. Dog lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. Tyrone Jones tries to work over Dog's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Dog fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Dog throws a head punch that misses. Dog throws a punch but it's blocked by Tyrone Jones. Dog lands a left hand.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Tyrone Jones misses with a punch to the body.
Tyrone Jones tries to throw a body punch but Dog avoids it by throwing Tyrone Jones back against the cage. Tyrone Jones digs a right hand into Dog's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Dog's gas tank. Dog blocks a punch to the side of the head.
#T1# A short right hand to the side of the head by Dog. Junkyard Dog seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far. Dog lands with a light punch inside. Tyrone Jones scores with an uppercut up the middle. Dog misses with a punch to the body.
Dog has a couple of punches blocked by Tyrone Jones.
Dog misses with some punches.
Dog throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Tyrone Joness head. A left hand lands to the body for Dog.
Both of our modern day gladiators look out of it here - a gruelling 5 rounds of action taking it's toll on them, no doubt. A head punch on the inside from Dog fails to land. #BC# Tyrone Jones breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. Dog cracks Tyrone Jones with an open hand slap. Tyrone Jones misses with a looping left. Tyrone Jones moves out of range of the strikes. Dog uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tyrone Jones. Dog bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Tyrone Jones's head backwards. Tyrone Jones shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Dog pinned against the cage. Dog gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. Dog walks into a left hand. Junkyard Dog has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2# The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Dog scores with a sloppy right hand. Tyrone Jones should have avoided that one. Tyrone Jones misses the shot to the body. Dog checks a low kick from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones scores with a decent looking hook. Dog lands with a nice body punch. Dog jabbing away but nothing is landing. Dog uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones avoids the body shot from Dog.
Tyrone Jones drops down looking for a counter takedown but Dog sprawls and moves away. Tyrone Jones misses with a left hand #TD2# and Dog counters with a shoot takedown. Tyrone Jones fights it but they end up in guard. There's a bit of a scramble here and now Tyrone Jones is on top in guard.
#REVR# Tyrone Jones is stalling in the full guard. Tyrone Jones stopping the sweep attempt from Dog.#T3##SUB2# Dog looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Tyrone Jones sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Dog's guard. Tyrone Jones frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Tyrone Jones trying to control but he's not successful this time. Dog regains half guard. Tyrone Jones is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. Tyrone Jones wants to free his trapped foot but Dog is holding on for dear life with his legs. Dog tries to get to full guard but Tyrone Jones has control of the leg. Tyrone Jones stalling away here and it's allowed Dog to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard. #T4# Tyrone Jones content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. Tyrone Jones is working Dog over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. Tyrone Jones controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. Tyrone Jones is working Dog over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. Tyrone Jones content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. Tyrone Jones wants to control from the top but Dog keeps moving. Tyrone Jones is really struggling to control Dog but he's trying to hold on to the position.
And that's the end of the fight! Junkyard Dog comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I think Tyrone Jones 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge James Atkins scores the fight 49:46 Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 48:47 Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 49:47
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Russell Tyrone Jones! Russell Tyrone Jones retains his middleweight title! Russell Tyrone Jones tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool.
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Supernova IX
Date: Apr 28, 2019 |
#R1# Maraçon throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Maraçon throws a hook but Tyrone Jones blocks it. Tyrone Jones scores with a punch to the head. Tyrone Jones looks to score with a jab to the body but Maraçon is just out of range. Maraçon is trying to counter with his kicks. Tyrone Jones has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Razor Sharp Training Systems in the buildup to the fight. Jab from Maraçon. Maraçon uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones tries to clinch up but Maraçon circles away and keeps his distance. Maraçon appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body. Maraçon scores with a slapping inside leg kick. We've been informed that Maraçon 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. Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Tyrone Jones. A solid leg kick lands there for Maraçon.
Maraçon slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range. Tyrone Jones scores with the left hand. Maraçon knows he should have avoided that one. Maraçon digs a good hook to Tyrone Jones's body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Tyrone Jones misses with a hook
and Maraçon counters with a good low kick that Tyrone Jones was not able to check. Tyrone Jones looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. Tyrone Jones just misses with a punch to the body.
Maraçon staying out of range there. Maraçon scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent. Maraçon fakes the leg kick and cracks Tyrone Jones in the body. Tyrone Jones misses with a straight right. Tyrone Jones dips to his left and cracks Maraçon with an uppercut!#T1# Tyrone Jones connects with a good right hand that stumbles Maraçon. Maraçon circles away out of range and recomposes himself. Maraçon defending well as Tyrone Jones loads up on a big left hand. Tyrone Jones slips under a jab from Maraçon. Tyrone Jones with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Maraçon to score with a decent uppercut. Tyrone Jones misses with a jab to the body
and Maraçon counters with a slapping leg kick. Tyrone Jones lands with a good body shot. Maraçon fakes the leg kick and cracks Tyrone Jones in the body. Maraçon scores with a spinning back kick! Good work by Maraçon as he checks the leg kick. Maraçon slips under a jab from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one. Maraçon ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent. This has been an exciting period of action! Maraçon swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones connects with a nice looking jab.
A solid leg kick lands there for Maraçon.
Tyrone Jones misses the jab. Tyrone Jones ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent. Tyrone Jones looks to land a right hand but Maraçon moved out of range. Maraçon counters with a body kick. Maraçon takes a shot to the body in his stride.
#T2# Maraçon lands a right hook to the body.
A slow jab from Tyrone Jones misses its intended target. #CL# Tyrone Jones forces Maraçon back against the cage and clinches. Maraçon throws a punch but it's blocked by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones prevents a body shot from Maraçon. Maraçon prevents a body shot from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones pushes Maraçon back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. Maraçon throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Tyrone Joness head. Maraçon blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Maraçon blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tyrone Jones lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. Maraçon misses with a punch to the body.
Tyrone Jones lands a body shot. Maraçon is trying to break the clinch but Tyrone Jones has him pressed against the cage. Maraçon scores with a shoulder strike. Maraçon scores with a shoulder strike. Tyrone Jones has Maraçon pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Maraçon manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. A hook to the body from Maraçon.
Maraçon scores with an uppercut up the middle. Tyrone Jones drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Maraçon gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Maraçon digs a right hand underneath Tyrone Jones's ribcage. Tyrone Jones let out a lung full of air as it connected.#T3# Maraçon leaning his opponent against the cage. Tyrone Jones swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tyrone Jones scores with a shoulder strike. Maraçon misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Tyrone Jones doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Maraçon lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Tyrone Jones backwards. Maraçon gets through Tyrone Jones's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. Tyrone Jones scores with a shot to the side of Maraçon's head. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tyrone Jones. Maraçon working aggressively here.
Maraçon can't find room to land a body shot as Tyrone Jones controls the action.
Tyrone Jones pushes Maraçon back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. Tyrone Jones is leaning against Maraçon and scores with a nice uppercut to the body. Maraçon throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Tyrone Joness head. Tyrone Jones throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Maraçons head. Tyrone Jones lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Tyrone Jones lands a right hand. #T4# Tyrone Jones lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Maraçon backwards. Maraçon tries a body shot but Tyrone Jones blocks it.
Tyrone Jones blocks a body shot from Maraçon. A right hand to the body from Tyrone Jones.
Maraçon looks winded! Maraçon misses with a body punch.
Tyrone Jones tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Maraçon's elbow. A nice left hand lands by Tyrone Jones.
Maraçon doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tyrone Jones lands a right hand that snaps the head of Maraçon backwards. Maraçon lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. Maraçon swings wildly with an uppercut but Tyrone Jones uses good head movement to avoid it. Tyrone Jones tries to work over Maraçon's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. A short right from Maraçon. Tyrone Jones misses with a short punch on the inside. Maraçon blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tyrone Jones lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action. Maraçon misses with a hook from the clinch. A right hand to the body from Tyrone Jones.
A shot in the inside from Maraçon. Maraçon takes a shot to the head. Maraçon blocks a body shot from Tyrone Jones. 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 Russell Tyrone Jones will probably get the nod. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! #R2# Maraçon takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt. Tyrone Jones misses with a lunging right hand
and Maraçon counters with a solid body kick. Russell Tyrone Jones seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Maraçon connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. Tyrone Jones throws a right hand that misses
and Maraçon counters with a nice uppercut. Maraçon cracks a nice hook into Tyrone Jones's ribs. Nice straight punches there by Maraçon. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Maraçon. Maraçon takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Tyrone Jones doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body. Tyrone Jones misses with a body punch
letting Maraçon counter with a right hand. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Tyrone Jones wants to clinch but Maraçon slips to the side and Maraçon counters with a nice leg kick. Nice shot lands for Maraçon. Tyrone Jones looks to score with a jab to the body but Maraçon is just out of range. Tyrone Jones swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tyrone Jones scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business. Maraçon uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Tyrone Jones throws a hook but Maraçon avoids it easily. Maraçon lands a high kick!
Tyrone Jones throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
#T1# Tyrone Jones tries to close the distance and clinch but Maraçon swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. Tyrone Jones ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Maraçon moves away. Tyrone Jones swings away with a body shot that misses
and Maraçon counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. Tyrone Jones lands a jab to the nose. Tyrone Jones swings widly with a right hand
and Maraçon counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena. A big right from Tyrone Jones misses. Maraçon looks to score with a jab to the body but Tyrone Jones is just out of range. Good work by Maraçon as he checks the leg kick. Tyrone Jones takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Tyrone Jones tries to close the distance and clinch up but Maraçon swats him away and circles back towards the center. A leg kick checked by Maraçon. Tyrone Jones scores with a nice right hand.
Maraçon lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected. Pablo Maraçon seems to be getting the better of the standup. Maraçon is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Tyrone Jones has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Tyrone Jones there as he acknowledges the shot. Maraçon throws a hook to the side of Tyrone Jones's head but Tyrone Jones sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Tyrone Jones throws a right hand that misses
and Maraçon counters with a good low kick that Tyrone Jones was not able to check. Maraçon avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T2# Tyrone Jones fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Maraçon checks it well. Tyrone Jones looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. Maraçon lands with an overhand left. Tyrone Jones looks to score with a jab to the body but Maraçon is just out of range. Tyrone Jones scores with a leg kick.
Maraçon digs a good hook to Tyrone Jones's body.
Tyrone Jones misses with a hook
and Maraçon counters with a straight right hand. Tyrone Jones walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush. Maraçon takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor. Maraçon scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard. Maraçon staying out of range there. Tyrone Jones swings and misses with a shot to the body and Maraçon counters with a low kick, right behind Tyrone Jones 's knee. Tyrone Jones blocks a head kick by Maraçon.
Tyrone Jones checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time. Maraçon swats away the attempt to clinch by Tyrone Jones. Maraçon connects with a body shot.#T3##CL# Tyrone Jones darts in and clinches Maraçon up against the cage. Maraçon lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. Tyrone Jones swings wildly with an uppercut but Maraçon uses good head movement to avoid it. Maraçon stalling the fight.
Maraçon blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tyrone Jones prevents a body shot from Maraçon. Tyrone Jones prevents a body shot from Maraçon. Tyrone Jones blocking some punches.
Tyrone Jones lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Maraçon backwards. Maraçon tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Maraçon lands with a short head shot on the inside. Maraçon can't find room to land a body shot as Tyrone Jones controls the action.
Maraçon working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. Maraçon digs a right hand underneath Tyrone Jones's ribcage. Tyrone Jones let out a lung full of air as it connected. Tyrone Jones swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Maraçon lands with a short head shot on the inside. Tyrone Jones misses with a punch on the inside.
Tyrone Jones works on Maraçon's body with a couple of short punches. Tyrone Jones lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #T4# 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! Maraçon lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Tyrone Jones backwards. Maraçon blocks a body shot from Tyrone Jones. Maraçon is working Tyrone Jones over against the cage. Maraçon tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Maraçon misses with a shot to the kidneys.
#TD# Tyrone Jones has clasped his hands together around Maraçon's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done. Tyrone Jones is looking to take a break and control but Maraçon is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. Tyrone Jones looking to control but instead Maraçon has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard. Tyrone Jones lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. Tyrone Jones controlling the action here. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Tyrone Jones passes to full mount! And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Pablo Maraçon showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. #R3# Tyrone Jones tries to clinch but Maraçon moves out of range. Tyrone Jones misses with a wild body shot. Tyrone Jones looks to score with a jab to the body but Maraçon is just out of range. Tyrone Jones throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Tyrone Jones looks to score with a jab to the body but Maraçon is just out of range. Maraçon uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones ducks under a wild hook from Maraçon. Tyrone Jones takes a body punch but keeps moving. Tyrone Jones misses with a hook
and Maraçon counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena. A slow jab from Tyrone Jones misses its intended target. Tyrone Jones takes a shot right to the bread basket. Maraçon thumps Tyrone Jones with a low kick. Tyrone Jones misses with a shot to the body and Maraçon counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Tyrone Jones thinking. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Tyrone Jones misses with a hook to the body
and Maraçon counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. Nice jab there from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones tries to clinch up but Maraçon circles away and keeps his distance. Maraçon throws out a counter right but Tyrone Jones avoids it with no problem. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Crunch! Maraçon slams his shin into Tyrone Jones's torso. Maraçon throws out a powerful jab. Tyrone Jones tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.#T1# A shot to the liver by Maraçon. Beautiful body shot. Tyrone Jones bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Tyrone Jones takes one to the side of the head.
Tyrone Jones lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise. Maraçon scores with the left hand. Tyrone Jones knows he should have avoided that one. Maraçon uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tyrone Jones. Maraçon uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tyrone Jones.
The fighters circling - Tyrone Jones throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Jab, jab by Maraçon - just one landing. Maraçon checks a low kick from Tyrone Jones. Nice cross by Maraçon. Maraçon connects with a right hand. Tyrone Jones shakes it off. Tyrone Jones tries to clinch and Maraçon counters with a left to the body. 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! Tyrone Jones throws a solid leg kick but Maraçon takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tyrone Jones slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range. Tyrone Jones lands with a shot to the body. #T2# The crowd cheers as Maraçon lands an impressive looking overhand right. Tyrone Jones doesn't seem phased though. Good leg kick by Tyrone Jones there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Maraçon's jab looks to have found its range, popping Tyrone Jones under the eye. Tyrone Jones misses with a looping left. Maraçon thuds his right hand into Tyrone Jones's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters. Tyrone Jones throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tyrone Jones takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness. A swing and a miss from Maraçon. Tyrone Jones misses with a body shot.
Maraçon moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot. Tyrone Jones misses with a body shot.
Maraçon keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tyrone Jones takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him. Tyrone Jones throws a body kick that misses enabling Maraçon to counter with a crisp jab. Tyrone Jones misses with an uppercut
and Maraçon counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. Maraçon keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Both fighters are breathing heavily. Maraçon swats away the attempt to clinch by Tyrone Jones.#T3# Tyrone Jones on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Maraçon. Maraçon obviously looking to wear him down.
Tyrone Jones misses with a jab to the body
and Maraçon counters with a nice uppercut. Maraçon connects with a crisp jab. Maraçon lands a nice leg kick that just misses Tyrone Jones's sensitive parts. Tyrone Jones throws a lazy right hand but Maraçon sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. A nice leg kick lands there from Maraçon. Maraçon turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick. Maraçon jabbing away but nothing is landing. Maraçon ducks under a wild hook from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones throws a looping overhand right but Maraçon ducks down to avoid it. A thudding body kick lands there by Maraçon!
Maraçon takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Maraçon defending well as Tyrone Jones loads up on a big left hand. Tyrone Jones looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that. Tyrone Jones moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Tyrone Jones tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Maraçon was well out of range. Poor timing from Tyrone Jones.#T4# Tyrone Jones looks to score with a jab to the body but Maraçon is just out of range. An inside leg kick from Tyrone Jones misses. Tyrone Jones tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Maraçon was well out of range. Poor timing from Tyrone Jones. Ouch! a nice leg kick from Maraçon, right into the meat.
Tyrone Jones with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Maraçon to score with a decent uppercut. Tyrone Jones walks into a straight right hand from Maraçon. Tyrone Jones 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. Tyrone Jones avoids a kick to the body.
Tyrone Jones throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Maraçon counters with a nice uppercut. Tyrone Jones throws a lazy uppercut
and Maraçon connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Maraçon connects with a crisp jab. Maraçon uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tyrone Jones. Maraçon throws the left hand but Tyrone Jones avoids the punch easily. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Maraçon throws a wild body kick that Tyrone Jones sees coming a mile off. Maraçon scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business. Decent striking displayed by Tyrone Jones there. The fight stays on the outside here - Tyrone Jones looks like he's thinking about clinching though. Maraçon lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Pablo Maraçon really dominated that round. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! #R4# Tyrone Jones drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles. Tyrone Jones digs a good hook to Maraçon's body.
Tyrone Jones misses the shot to the body. Good leg kick by Maraçon there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Tyrone Jones thows a leg kick but Maraçon checks it and Maraçon connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Maraçon staying out of range there. Tyrone Jones getting the better of the striking in that exchange. Tyrone Jones swings for the body but Maraçon moves out of range.
Maraçon swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Maraçon with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Tyrone Jones to score with a decent uppercut.#KD# Tyrone Jones cracks Maraçon with a big right hand and Maraçon goes down!#ROC# Maraçon is rocked! We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Tyrone Jones with a flurry of punches that miss. Maraçon is still in real trouble! Can Tyrone Jones finish him? Maraçon has control of Tyrone Jones's left arm, preventing Tyrone Jones from doing any damage. Tyrone Jones throws a big right hand that misses. Maraçon is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Maraçon seems to have recovered his senses.#T1# Tyrone Jones won't allow Maraçon to sweep him here. Maraçon bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Tyrone Jones's guard. #REVB# Maraçon content to stall in guard here. Maraçon won't allow Tyrone Jones to sweep him here. Maraçon forces his way into half guard. Tyrone Jones wants to get back to full guard. Tyrone Jones has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Maraçon is working away from the top position though. Tyrone Jones is holding on to half guard well.#T2# Tyrone Jones is looking for a sweep. Maraçon is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position. Maraçon wants to take a breather but Tyrone Jones is having none of it. Maraçon looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. Maraçon's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige. Tyrone Jones is controlling Maraçon's trapped leg to prevent Maraçon from advancing to side control. Tyrone Jones is looking for a sweep. Maraçon is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position. Tyrone Jones trying to control here.
Maraçon controlling the action here. Tyrone Jones moves into full guard.
#T3# Tyrone Jones looking to control.
Maraçon wants to pass the guard but Tyrone Jones is keeping the position. Tyrone Jones looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet. Tyrone Jones uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook. Tyrone Jones takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Maraçon keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Maraçon keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tyrone Jones. Maraçon thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Tyrone Jones if he has to take too many more of those.
Maraçon connects with a solid leg kick. Maraçon connects with an inside leg kick. Maraçon scores with a hook to the body. Tyrone Jones takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. Tyrone Jones throws a jab but it's blocked by Maraçon. Tyrone Jones is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.#T4# Tyrone Jones fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Maraçon looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath. Tyrone Jones lands a right hook to the body.
Tyrone Jones throws a body kick, spinning off balance and Maraçon counters with a stiff right 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! Maraçon throws a body kick but he wasn't in range. Tyrone Jones tries to counter with a takedown but Maraçon is quick to defend against it. A left lands for Maraçon. Tyrone Jones misses the shot to the body. Maraçon cracks Tyrone Jones with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business. Maraçon thuds his right hand into Tyrone Jones's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters. Maraçon lands a nice shot that snaps Tyrone Jones's head back.
Maraçon looks to score with a jab to the body but Tyrone Jones is just out of range. Maraçon throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Maraçon connects with a solid leg kick. Nice shot lands for Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones throws a quick inside leg kick. Tyrone Jones just misses with a punch to the body.
Tyrone Jones takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming. Tyrone Jones tests Maraçon's chin there with a solid looking shot. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close fourth round but I would say that Russell Tyrone Jones will probably get the nod. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round! #R5# Tyrone Jones just misses with a punch to the body.
Tyrone Jones throws a hook but Maraçon blocks it. Maraçon looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it. Nice defenses there by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones connects with a nice looking jab.
Maraçon stuns Tyrone Jones with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range. Maraçon connects with a high kick. Tyrone Jones misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Maraçon.
Tyrone Jones misses with a body shot
and Maraçon makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick. Maraçon takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch. Tyrone Jones keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Maraçon misses with an uppercut. Tyrone Jones doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body. Tyrone Jones tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Maraçon was well out of range. Poor timing from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones takes a swing at Maraçon's ribcage but misses. Maraçon lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Maraçon goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. Maraçon scores with a nice right hand.
#CL# Tyrone Jones has managed to clinch.
#T1# Maraçon misses with a body punch.
A short uppercut from Maraçon. Maraçon tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tyrone Jones's elbow. Russell Tyrone Jones has scored more points in the clinch so far. Maraçon blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tyrone Jones has a couple of punches blocked by Maraçon.
Tyrone Jones blocks a body shot from Maraçon. Maraçon blocks an uppercut.
Tyrone Jones goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Nice body punch from Maraçon - that landed with a thud.
Tyrone Jones blocks a punch to the side of the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Maraçon. Tyrone Jones misses with the head strike.
Maraçon lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Maraçon blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tyrone Jones will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body. Tyrone Jones blocks a body shot from Maraçon. Tyrone Jones tries to score a body lock takedown but Maraçon shows good agility there to stay on his feet. Maraçon swings wildly with an uppercut but Tyrone Jones uses good head movement to avoid it. #BC2# Maraçon pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#T2# Tyrone Jones throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tyrone Jones thows a leg kick but Maraçon checks it #CL2# and Maraçon counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Maraçon. Tyrone Jones lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage. Maraçon works on Tyrone Jones's body with a couple of short punches. A head punch blocked on the inside by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Tyrone Jones lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Tyrone Jones blocks a body shot from Maraçon. Maraçon misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A short left from Tyrone Jones. #BC2# Maraçon breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
A swing and a miss from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones misses with a wild body shot. Maraçon lands a nice looking body shot.
Tyrone Jones takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Maraçon slips under a jab.#CL# Tyrone Jones rushes Maraçon and presses him up against the cage. Maraçon prevents a body shot from Tyrone Jones. #T3# Tyrone Jones misses with a hook to the ribs.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones blocks a body shot from Maraçon. Maraçon scores with a hook to the body. Maraçon lands a left hand.
Maraçon has a couple of punches blocked by Tyrone Jones.
Maraçon doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Maraçon blocks an uppercut.
Tyrone Jones digs a right hand into Maraçon's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Maraçon's gas tank. Maraçon is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell? Tyrone Jones is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Maraçon pulls him back up using the underhooks. #TD# Tyrone Jones has Maraçon pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Tyrone Jones pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Maraçon tumbling to the mat - Tyrone Jones dives into Maraçon's guard. Maraçon tries to land a sweep but no joy. Russell Tyrone Jones overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. Tyrone Jones is stalling in the full guard. Tyrone Jones trying to control the position from guard on top but Maraçon is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T4# Maraçon controlling the position. Tyrone Jones trying to control the position from guard on top but Maraçon is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Maraçon is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. Tyrone Jones trying to control the position from guard on top but Maraçon is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity. Maraçon throws a low kick, looking for Tyrone Jones's leg but Tyrone Jones calmly moves out of range. Maraçon looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Tyrone Jones swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
And that's the end of the fight! I would just about give that final round to Pablo Maraçon. I think Maraçon 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 James Ackerman scores the fight 47:48 Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 47:48 Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 47:48
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Pablo Maraçon! Pablo Maraçon 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. In defeat, Russell Tyrone Jones stepped up to the mic, saying 'Wu Tang is for the children. We teach the children... Wu Tang fuh eva!'.
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Syn 624 Jones vs Obuhov
Date: Mar 23, 2019 |
#R1# Obuhov connects with a crisp jab. Obuhov shoots in for a takedown but Tyrone Jones shows good takedown defense. #CL2# Obuhov has managed to clinch.
Obuhov tries a knee to the head but Tyrone Jones blocks it.
Obuhov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tyrone Jones lands with a right to the head. #CUT# It looks like Anton Obuhov has been cut. Obuhov changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Tyrone Jones fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Obuhov thows a left - swing and a miss! The fighters circle momentarily. Obuhov darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch. Obuhov swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Tyrone Jones. Obuhov throws a shot to the body.
Obuhov jabs Tyrone Jones right on the nose. Tyrone Jones blinks but takes it well. Obuhov is trying hard to land a takedown here. Tyrone Jones sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. Russell Tyrone Jones has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Anton Obuhov. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Obuhov throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Tyrone Jones stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.#TD2# Tyrone Jones gets caught flat footed, as Obuhov shoots in with a quick takedown into guard. Obuhov stopping the sweep attempt from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Obuhov manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR##T1# Tyrone Jones is stalling in the full guard. #SUB2# Obuhov is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB2# Obuhov working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Tyrone Jones doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Tyrone Jones manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. Obuhov tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB2# Obuhov working for a triangle but Tyrone Jones defends it easily.
Tyrone Jones stopping the sweep attempt from Obuhov. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2# My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer. Tyrone Jones controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #SUB2# Tyrone Jones avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Tyrone Jones is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. Obuhov trying to control the position.
Tyrone Jones sitting in guard here, content to control. #SUB2# Tyrone Jones got a little sloppy there for a moment and Obuhov has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Tyrone Jones has managed to get both his arms back between Obuhov's legs - danger averted.#SUB2# Obuhov has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Tyrone Jones can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. Tyrone Jones content to stall in guard here. #T3# It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup. Tyrone Jones preventing the sweep. #SUB2# Obuhov is looking for a triangle but Tyrone Jones pushes his legs off easily.
Tyrone Jones is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#SUB2# Obuhov working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Tyrone Jones doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Tyrone Jones manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T4# The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB2# Obuhov had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Tyrone Jones defends it easily. Tyrone Jones content to stall in guard here. #REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity. Obuhov connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. Anton Obuhov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Obuhov shoots in looking for a takedown but Tyrone Jones manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Obuhov's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away. Tyrone Jones is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Obuhov. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Tyrone Jones scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Obuhov doesn't seem bothered though. Obuhov has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight. Tyrone Jones swings for the body but Obuhov moves out of range.
Tyrone Jones just misses with a punch to the body.
Russell Tyrone Jones is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Tyrone Jones misses with a looping left. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Anton Obuhov dominated that round. The cut man is working on Anton Obuhov's cut. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! #R2# Obuhov will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts. Tyrone Jones throws a body punch but Obuhov moves out of range. Obuhov takes a shot right to the bread basket. Tyrone Jones throws out a loose jab but Obuhov uses good head movement to avoid it. Tyrone Jones avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Obuhov fails with a takedown attempt.#CL# Tyrone Jones takes the fight into the clinch. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Tyrone Jones scores with a hook to the body. Obuhov is breathing heavily. Tyrone Jones lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Obuhov. Obuhov tries a knee to the head but Tyrone Jones blocks it.
Obuhov throws a knee to the head but misses.
Tyrone Jones softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#T1# Tyrone Jones misses with a body punch.
Tyrone Jones has a couple of punches blocked by Obuhov.
Obuhov tries to pull guard but Tyrone Jones forces him back to his feet, against the cage. Russell Tyrone Jones has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Anton Obuhov. Tyrone Jones is pressed up against the cage. Obuhov has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Tyrone Jones down to the mat. Tyrone Jones avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. Tyrone Jones throws a right hand that misses
#TD2# so Obuhov counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility. A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Tyrone Jones holds on and takes a little breather. Obuhov postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. Tyrone Jones has Obuhov pulled in close to control his posture. Obuhov missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. Obuhov preventing the sweep. Tyrone Jones has control of Obuhov's left arm, preventing Obuhov from doing any damage. Tyrone Jones'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. Obuhov won't allow Tyrone Jones to sweep him here. Obuhov in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #T2# Tyrone Jones is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace. Obuhov stopping the sweep attempt from Tyrone Jones. Obuhov landing some decent shots from guard. Obuhov is fighting to break Tyrone Jones's control of his arms but Tyrone Jones is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment. Tyrone Jones 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. Tyrone Jones is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent. Tyrone Jones wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T3# Obuhov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tyrone Jones. Obuhov scores with a one two! Tyrone Jones had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes. Tyrone Jones stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Tyrone Jones wants it to stay on the feet. Tyrone Jones throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Obuhov sees it coming and avoids it easily.#CL2# Obuhov fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Tyrone Jones, pushing him back against the cage. Obuhov has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Tyrone Jones after a bit of a struggle. Tyrone Jones working some nice short punches in the clinch. Tyrone Jones lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Obuhov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Obuhov tries for a takedown but Tyrone Jones manages to get underhooks.
Nice body punch from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones lands with a short shot to the head. Tyrone Jones misses with a punch to the body.
Obuhov has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Tyrone Jones is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet. Tyrone Jones lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Obuhov tries to score a body lock takedown but Tyrone Jones shows good agility there to stay on his feet.#T4# Obuhov tries to land a knee to the head but Tyrone Jones blocks with his arms.
Tyrone Jones fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tyrone Jones misses with the head strike.
Obuhov wants to take the fight to the mat but Tyrone Jones manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch. Tyrone Jones lands a left hand.
Tyrone Jones pushes Obuhov back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. Tyrone Jones lands on the inside with an uppercut. Tyrone Jones blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A left hand lands to the body for Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones lands a shoulder strike. Tyrone Jones struggles to land a body shot inside as Obuhov controls his hands.
A short left from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones lands on the inside with an uppercut. Tyrone Jones misses with a hook from the clinch. Tyrone Jones goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Obuhov prevents a body shot from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones gets through Obuhov's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. Obuhov with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
A nice right hand lands inside from Tyrone Jones. #ROC# Obuhov is rocked! And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Russell Tyrone Jones dominated that second round. The cut man is working on Anton Obuhov's cut. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! #R3# and Tyrone Jones counters with a massive uppercut that badly hurts Obuhov! He's just covering up as Tyrone Jones starts to tee off till the referee steps in and stops the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:05 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Russell Tyrone Jones! Russell Tyrone Jones retains his middleweight title! Russell Tyrone Jones bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.
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Event:
Syn 620 Jones vs JYD
Date: Mar 02, 2019 |
#R1# Tyrone Jones jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Tyrone Jones lands the left hand. Dog scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Tyrone Jones doesn't seem bothered though. Tyrone Jones ducks under a wild hook from Dog. Tyrone Jones half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range. Some wild striking there from Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym. Dog dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Tyrone Jones. That did some damage! Dog clobbers Tyrone Jones with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. Tyrone Jones throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tyrone Jones misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Dog.
Dog jabs at Tyrone Jones's body. Tyrone Jones swinging wildly here.
It seemed like Dog was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. Dog has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout. Tyrone Jones misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Dog.
Dog checks a leg kick. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Tyrone Jones jabbing away but nothing is landing. Dog defending well as Tyrone Jones loads up on a big left hand. Dog tries to score with a low kick but Tyrone Jones moves his leg out of the way. Tyrone Jones connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt. Tyrone Jones thows a left - swing and a miss! Nice uppercut there from Tyrone Jones.#T1# Tyrone Jones walks into a left hand. #TD2# Dog bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control. Dog in side control lands a decent elbow. Tyrone Jones manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Tyrone Jones prevents Dog from improving his position. Dog manages to get to full guard.
Tyrone Jones wants to control from the top but Dog keeps moving. Tyrone Jones advances to half guard. Tyrone Jones tries to pass the half guard into mount. Dog knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Tyrone Jones works his foot free and advances to mount. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Tyrone Jones looking to control but Dog is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T2# The referee warns Dog that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
The referee warns Dog that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Tyrone Jones trying to control but he's not successful this time. Tyrone Jones lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Dog hang on? Dog is desperately trying to improve his position but Tyrone Jones has a good base and remains in mount. Tyrone Jones working the ground and pound effectively.
Dog is desperately trying to improve his position but Tyrone Jones has a good base and remains in mount. Dog slips a leg in and gets back to half guard. Dog is looking for a sweep. Tyrone Jones is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position. Tyrone Jones working over Dog with some ground and pound. Dog looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.#T3# Dog tries to roll over but Tyrone Jones keeps him under control. Dog works his way to full guard. Good work. Tyrone Jones pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Dog is keeping the position for now. Dog tries to land a sweep but no joy. Tyrone Jones trying to control the position from guard on top but Dog is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Tyrone Jones won't allow Dog to sweep him here. Tyrone Jones working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Dog's head. Dog 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. Tyrone Jones trying to control the position from guard on top but Dog is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T4##SUB2# Dog is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Tyrone Jones defends well. Tyrone Jones won't allow Dog to sweep him here. There's a bit of a scramble here and now Dog is on top in guard.
#REVB##SUB# Tyrone Jones is looking for a triangle but Dog pushes his legs off easily.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Dog's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #SUB# Tyrone Jones throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Tyrone Jones controlling the position. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Russell Tyrone Jones dominated that round. The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. #R2# A telegraphed right hand from Dog misses the target. Dog bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Tyrone Jones throws the left hand but Dog avoids the punch easily. Tyrone Jones uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Dog.
Tyrone Jones scores with the left hand. Dog knows he should have avoided that one. Dog lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Tyrone Jones at a distance.
Tyrone Jones checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time. Tyrone Jones turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick. Tyrone Jones throws an overhand right that lands on Dog's shoulder, as Dog tries to avoid the shot. Tyrone Jones digs a good body shot into Dog's ribs. Tyrone Jones throws an ugly left hook that misses
letting Dog counter with a right hand. A big right from Dog misses. Tyrone Jones misses with a hook. Dog throws a hook but Tyrone Jones blocks it. Dog fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done. Dog with a hook. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Tyrone Jones ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Dog moves away. Tyrone Jones ducks under a wild hook from Dog. Dog jabbing away but nothing is landing. Dog takes a swing at Tyrone Jones's ribcage but misses. #T1# Tyrone Jones with a nice cross. An inside leg kick lands from Dog. Tyrone Jones checks a leg kick. Tyrone Jones lands a jab to the head.
A shot to the liver by Tyrone Jones. Beautiful body shot. Wow, both these guys are really going for it! Tyrone Jones throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. Dog throws a leg kick that is checked#TD# and Tyrone Jones counters with a nice double leg into half guard. Dog is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB2# Dog looking to work for a kimura from the bottom. Dog taking some punishment here, with Tyrone Jones in his half guard. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! The fighters are battling for position here. Dog manages to regain full guard. Nice work. Tyrone Jones content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. Dog looking for a sweep. Not yet Dog, not yet. #T2# Tyrone Jones stands up over Dog, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. Tyrone Jones pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Dog is keeping the position for now. Tyrone Jones is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Dog can do to turn this around?#SUB2# Dog looking for a guillotine here but Tyrone Jones defends easily.
Tyrone Jones lands a couple of elbows. Tyrone Jones landing with the ground and pound. Tyrone Jones with a nice head shot there.#SUB2# Dog had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Tyrone Jones defends it easily. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Tyrone Jones trying to control the position from guard on top but Dog is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Russell Tyrone Jones overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. Tyrone Jones content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. #T3# Tyrone Jones pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Dog is keeping the position for now. Tyrone Jones controls the pace of the fight for a moment. Dog has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Tyrone Jones has passed into side control.
Dog is trying to get back to half guard. Tyrone Jones scoring with punches and elbows. The referee tells the fighters to keep busy. Dog is not content to let Tyrone Jones control the position. Tyrone Jones in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows. Dog takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
#T4# Dog is not content to let Tyrone Jones control the position. Tyrone Jones taking a breather here. Tyrone Jones is chipping away with strikes.
Tyrone Jones lands some shots froms side control. Tyrone Jones cracks Dog with an elbow. That is naaassty. Dog is positioning himself to get back to half guard. Dog is persisting with the attempt to improve his position. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Russell Tyrone Jones dominated that second 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. #R3# Dog ducks under a wild hook from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt. Good work by Tyrone Jones as he checks the leg kick. Nice body punch from Dog. Dog takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh. Dog is looking to score with low kicks. Tyrone Jones jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Tyrone Jones misses with a straight left. Russell Tyrone Jones is winning the standup battle so far. A low kick from Dog misses #TD# and Tyrone Jones counters with a shoot takedown. Dog fights it but they end up in guard. Tyrone Jones tries to free his leg and advance position but Dog is retaining full guard. Dog keeping moving, preventing Tyrone Jones from controlling successfully. Tyrone Jones is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. Tyrone Jones pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Dog is keeping the position for now. #SUB2# Dog looking for a guillotine here but Tyrone Jones defends easily.
#T1# Dog tries to land a sweep but no joy. Tyrone Jones postures up and lands a big shot to Dog's brow. Tyrone Jones looking to pass the guard. Tyrone Jones trying to control but Dog is working from the bottom. Tyrone Jones pushes down on Dog's leg and manages to get into half guard. Tyrone Jones slips a nice elbow through Dog's hands, connecting with Dog's forehead. Tyrone Jones looks to score some points with some ground and pound. Tyrone Jones winds up and cracks Dog with a swinging punch to the side of the head. #T2# Tyrone Jones lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. Dog wants to sweep but Tyrone Jones has passed to side control! Dog is looking for a sweep. Tyrone Jones working the head and body with strikes. Dog taking a bit of punishment here - Tyrone Jones scoring with strikes. Dog sneaks back into half guard. Tyrone Jones stalling. Tyrone Jones has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Tyrone Jones connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
#T3# Tyrone Jones wants to control the action but instead Dog gets a body lock and reverses into Tyrone Jones's guard! Nice work! Tyrone Jones pulls Dog in close to prevent any damage. Dog forces his way into half guard. Tyrone Jones keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. Tyrone Jones is trying to control but can't.
Tyrone Jones wants to improve his position but Dog is controlling well.
Tyrone Jones gets back to full guard.
Tyrone Jones working a defensive guard here.
Tyrone Jones tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T4# Dog throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Tyrone Jones works some decent striking defense from the bottom. Tyrone Jones has momentary wrist control but Dog slips an elbow through the middle. Tyrone Jones is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent. Tyrone Jones seems keen to control Dog's posture.#SUB# Tyrone Jones is looking for a triangle but Dog pushes his legs off easily.
Tyrone Jones is trying to keep Dog in close.
#SUB# Tyrone Jones throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB# Tyrone Jones is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Dog defends well. Both fighters are breathing heavily. Tyrone Jones avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. Tyrone Jones has control of Dog's left arm, preventing Dog from doing any damage. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Russell Tyrone Jones clearly takes that round. That's time! Back to the action! #R4# Dog cracks a nice hook into Tyrone Jones's ribs. Tyrone Jones moves out of range of the body kick from Dog.
Tyrone Jones lands a nice shot to the body.
A slow jab from Tyrone Jones misses its intended target. Dog looks to score with a jab to the body but Tyrone Jones is just out of range. Tyrone Jones displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Dog throws out the jab. Tyrone Jones looks to land a left hand but Dog moved out of range nicely. It seemed like Dog was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. Dog misses with a low kick. Tyrone Jones uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Dog.
#TD# Tyrone Jones looking to score a takedown here. Dog is defending well but Tyrone Jones drives through and ends up in Dog's guard.#SUB2# Dog working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Tyrone Jones doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Tyrone Jones manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Tyrone Jones working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Dog's head. Dog keeping moving, preventing Tyrone Jones from controlling successfully. Tyrone Jones stands up over Dog, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. #T1# Tyrone Jones working some strikes from top position. Tyrone Jones working some strikes from top position. Tyrone Jones passes Dog's left leg - he's now in half guard. Tyrone Jones wants to advance to full mount but Dog doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead. Tyrone Jones throwing strikes from guard but Dog blocks nicely. Dog can't keep his opponent in guard - Tyrone Jones advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. Dog is trying to get back to full guard. Tyrone Jones lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. #T2# Dog is looking for a sweep. Tyrone Jones is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position. Dog on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. Tyrone Jones seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. Tyrone Jones moves nicely into side control. Dog is positioning himself to get back to half guard. Tyrone Jones tries to move into full mount but can't pass Dog's legs. Tyrone Jones trying to control the action but Dog is working from the bottom. Tyrone Jones is really struggling to control Dog but he's trying to hold on to the position.#T3# Tyrone Jones in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows. #SUB# Tyrone Jones tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB# Tyrone Jones tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. Dog manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Dog lands strikes from half guard.#T4# Tyrone Jones wants to control but Dog is keeping busy.
Dog is trying to control the action in half guard but Tyrone Jones is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. Tyrone Jones tries to roll over but Dog keeps him under control. Tyrone Jones is working hard here to advance position. Dog throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. Tyrone Jones slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work. Dog postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #SUB# Tyrone Jones has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Dog can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. Dog postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Tyrone Jones not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Russell Tyrone Jones had his way with Junkyard Dog in 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. This is the final round! #R5# A swing and a miss from Tyrone Jones. Dog steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect. Dog throws out a powerful jab. A big left from Tyrone Jones misses. A telegraphed right hand from Tyrone Jones misses the target. Dog lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head. Tyrone Jones is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Dog. Dog takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh. Tyrone Jones buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Tyrone Jones throws a lazy right hand but Dog sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Tyrone Jones keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Dog throws a shot from downtown. Tyrone Jones moves away and avoids it. Tyrone Jones throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Dog loads up on a big right hand but Tyrone Jones slips the punch. Dog scores with a shot to the body.
Tyrone Jones scores with a punch to the head. Dog scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent. Tyrone Jones loads up on a big right hand but Dog slips the punch. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Dog is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tyrone Jones. #T1# Dog is looking to land body kicks. Dog throws out a loose jab but Tyrone Jones uses good head movement to avoid it. Tyrone Jones works the jab nicely. Tyrone Jones throws a hook but Dog avoids it easily. Tyrone Jones connects with a looping right hand.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Dog. Dog takes a swing at Tyrone Jones's ribcage but misses. Dog just misses with a punch to the body.
Dog drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles. Tyrone Jones fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Dog manages to avoid it. Dog throws a sloppy head kick and Tyrone Jones moves out of range easily. Tyrone Jones slips a straight right by Dog. Tyrone Jones misses the shot to the body. Dog fakes a jab and scores with a low kick. Tyrone Jones looks to score with a jab to the body but Dog is just out of range. Tyrone Jones stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush. Tyrone Jones defending well as Dog loads up on a big left hand. Junkyard Dog has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2# Good exchange - Tyrone Jones coming out on top. This has been an exciting period of action! Tyrone Jones throws a leg kick but Dog checks it. A decent looking cross lands there for Dog. Tyrone Jones lands with a good body shot. Tyrone Jones throws a shot from downtown. Dog moves away and avoids it. A nice inside leg kick there by Tyrone Jones. That's going to slow Dog down. Dog tries to score with a low kick but Tyrone Jones moves his leg out of the way. Tyrone Jones is looking to slow Dog down with leg kicks. Dog scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent. Dog misses with a straight left. Tyrone Jones 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. A left lands for Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent. Ouch! a nice leg kick from Tyrone Jones, right into the meat.
Dog misses with a body shot.
A shot to the liver by Dog. Beautiful body shot.#T3# Nice jab there from Tyrone Jones. Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Dog. Dog moves away from the strike by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Dog throws an overhand right that lands on Tyrone Jones's shoulder, as Tyrone Jones tries to avoid the shot. Dog throws a solid leg kick but Tyrone Jones takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Dog. Dog bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Tyrone Jones connects with a crisp jab. Tyrone Jones fakes the leg kick and cracks Dog in the body. Tyrone Jones clobbers Dog with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. Dog throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Tyrone Jones.
#CL2# The fight moves into the clinch position.#BC# Tyrone Jones breaks the clinch.
Dog uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Tyrone Jones has time to react. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! The fighters circling - Dog throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #T4# Tyrone Jones ducks under a wild hook from Dog. Dog takes a jab right on the kisser.
Tyrone Jones scores with a slapping inside leg kick. Tyrone Jones punishes Dog's body with a nice straight punch. Tyrone Jones scores with a nice right hand.
Tyrone Jones lands a jab. Tyrone Jones cracks Dog with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business. A looping hook to the body misses from Tyrone Jones. Dog does a little dance to reset his feet. Tyrone Jones cracks a nice hook into Dog's ribs. Dog throws a hook but Tyrone Jones blocks it. Tyrone Jones digs a good body shot into Dog's ribs. Dog lands an overhand right. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Nice uppercut there from Dog. Tyrone Jones throws a quick inside leg kick. Nice shot lands for Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones misses with a straight right.
And that's the end of the fight! Russell Tyrone Jones showed his dominance in that final round. Well I reckon that's a shut out for Tyrone Jones, 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 50:45 Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 50:45 Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 50:45
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Russell Tyrone Jones! Russell Tyrone Jones retains his middleweight title! A less than humble Russell Tyrone Jones 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:
Syn 616 Mahmoud vs Jones II
Date: Feb 03, 2019 |
#R1# Mahmoud's corner calls for a 1-2. Mahmoud obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. Mahmoud misses the shot to the body. Tyrone Jones with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Tyrone Jones thows a left - swing and a miss! Tyrone Jones has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout. Tyrone Jones lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Mahmoud at a distance.
Mahmoud bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut. Mahmoud looks to land a combination but Tyrone Jones avoids it well. Mahmoud lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected. Tyrone Jones throws a shot from downtown. Mahmoud moves away and avoids it. Tyrone Jones connects with a right hand. Mahmoud shakes it off.#CUT2# It looks like Sameh Mahmoud has been cut. Mahmoud displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tyrone Jones throws out the jab. Mahmoud is looking to clinch but Tyrone Jones is avoiding it.
Tyrone Jones stuns Mahmoud with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Mahmoud with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Tyrone Jones swings away with a body shot that misses
letting Mahmoud counter with a right hand. Mahmoud has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones misses with a hook
#CL# and Mahmoud counters by clinching up. Tyrone Jones managing to block the knees to the body from Mahmoud.
Mahmoud tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tyrone Jones's elbow. Tyrone Jones lands a body shot. Tyrone Jones working some nice short punches in the clinch.#T1# Tyrone Jones softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage. Tyrone Jones pushes Mahmoud back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. #BC2# Tyrone Jones breaks the clinch.
Mahmoud tries to clinch but Tyrone Jones moves out of range. Mahmoud swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Mahmoud lands a slapping body shot.
Mahmoud tries to clinch up but Tyrone Jones circles away and keeps his distance. Tyrone Jones scores to the head and body with a nice combination! Tyrone Jones comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range. Mahmoud moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross. Tyrone Jones takes a swing at Mahmoud's ribcage but misses. Mahmoud connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Tyrone Jones momentarily.
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! Tyrone Jones takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away. Tyrone Jones avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Tyrone Jones shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Mahmoud as he jumps to the side. Tyrone Jones scores with a punch to the head. Mahmoud misses with a wild body shot. #T2# A looping hook to the body misses from Mahmoud. Tyrone Jones does a little dance to reset his feet. Tyrone Jones drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Mahmoud defends it well. Mahmoud is looking to land body kicks. Mahmoud moves away from the strike by Tyrone Jones. Sameh Mahmoud is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Tyrone Jones throws a shot from downtown. Mahmoud moves away and avoids it. Tyrone Jones scores with a shot to the body.
Tyrone Jones swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Mahmoud. Tyrone Jones lunges at Mahmoud with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Mahmoud's hand. Mahmoud with a hook. Mahmoud takes one to the side of the head.
Mahmoud walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head. Tyrone Jones lands with a nice body punch. Mahmoud on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere. Tyrone Jones is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Mahmoud had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté. Mahmoud throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. The fighters circle momentarily. Mahmoud darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch. Tyrone Jones uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Mahmoud.
#CL# Tyrone Jones gets tackled into the cage by Mahmoud. Mahmoud maintains the clinch. Tyrone Jones misses with the head strike.
#T3# Mahmoud blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Mahmoud throws a knee to the head but misses.
Mahmoud misses with a punch on the inside.
I was talking to Mahmoud's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight. Tyrone Jones lands a body shot. Mahmoud is breathing heavily. Tyrone Jones misses with the head strike.
Mahmoud trying to land knees to the body.
#BC2# Tyrone Jones escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Mahmoud scores with a punch to the head. Tyrone Jones swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tyrone Jones misses with a wild combination.
Tyrone Jones misses with a looping left. Mahmoud tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tyrone Jones was well out of range. Poor timing from Mahmoud. Mahmoud moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body. Tyrone Jones throws a quick inside leg kick. Tyrone Jones lands a jab to the nose. Tyrone Jones lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Mahmoud doesn't manage to clinch there - Tyrone Jones circles away.
Tyrone Jones misses with an uppercut
and Mahmoud counters with a stiff right hand. #T4# Decent striking displayed by Tyrone Jones there. Tyrone Jones takes a swing at Mahmoud's ribcage but misses. Tyrone Jones misses with a few strikes there.
Mahmoud cracks Tyrone Jones with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd. Mahmoud tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. Tyrone Jones throws a body punch but Mahmoud moves out of range. Mahmoud plants his feet and lands a nice head kick! A swing and a miss from Mahmoud. Tyrone Jones misses with an uppercut. Tyrone Jones throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tyrone Jones digs a good hook to Mahmoud's body.
Mahmoud swings for the body but Tyrone Jones moves out of range.
Mahmoud looks to score with a jab to the body but Tyrone Jones is just out of range. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Mahmoud cracks Tyrone Jones with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd. Tyrone Jones misses with a low kick.
Tyrone Jones dips to his left and cracks Mahmoud with an uppercut! Mahmoud on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Russell Tyrone Jones seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Tyrone Jones throws a low kick but Mahmoud avoids it. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Russell Tyrone Jones dominated that round. The cut man is working on Sameh Mahmoud's cut. The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. #R2# Nice defenses there by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones with the counter takedown but Mahmoud avoids it easily. A shot to the body from Tyrone Jones misses and Mahmoud counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Tyrone Jones thinking. Tyrone Jones has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Tyrone Jones uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Mahmoud. Tyrone Jones cracks Mahmoud with an open hand slap. A cross from Tyrone Jones lands. Tyrone Jones throws a nice outside leg kick. Mahmoud tries to clinch but Tyrone Jones is having none of it. Mahmoud keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tyrone Jones tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Mahmoud was well out of range. Poor timing from Tyrone Jones. Nice cross by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones punishes Mahmoud's body with a nice straight punch. Mahmoud lands a right hook to the body.
Mahmoud wants to clinch. Mahmoud loads up on a big right hand but Tyrone Jones slips the punch. Tyrone Jones misses with a hook. Mahmoud ducked under it nicely. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Mahmoud uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tyrone Jones.#T1# Mahmoud misses with a body kick. Mahmoud uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tyrone Jones. Mahmoud chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Tyrone Jones throws a hook but Mahmoud blocks it. Tyrone Jones lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range. Tyrone Jones pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way. Mahmoud connects with a body shot. Tyrone Jones fakes a jab and scores with a low kick. Mahmoud cracks Tyrone Jones with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd. Tyrone Jones with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Mahmoud to score with a decent uppercut. Tyrone Jones throws a big shot that misses. A little feinted left hand from Mahmoud on the counter but he doesn't commit to it. A looping hook to the body misses from Mahmoud. Tyrone Jones does a little dance to reset his feet. Mahmoud lands a really nice looking cross but Tyrone Jones seems unphased.
Tyrone Jones circles away from the clinch attempt.
Tyrone Jones scores with a sloppy right hand. Mahmoud should have avoided that one. 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! Mahmoud checks a leg kick. Mahmoud moves out of range as Tyrone Jones strikes.#T2# Mahmoud jabbing away but nothing is landing. A looping hook to the body misses from Mahmoud. Tyrone Jones does a little dance to reset his feet. Mahmoud feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Tyrone Jones's calf. Tyrone Jones fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Mahmoud manages to avoid it. Mahmoud chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Tyrone Jones can pounce on him.
Russell Tyrone Jones seems to be getting the better of the standup. A telegraphed right hand from Tyrone Jones misses the target. Tyrone Jones swings for the body but Mahmoud moves out of range.
Mahmoud keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tyrone Jones connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt. Tyrone Jones fakes a jab and then connects with a hook. Tyrone Jones ducks under a wild hook from Mahmoud. Tyrone Jones scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent. Mahmoud tries to clinch up. Mahmoud moves in looking to clinch but Tyrone Jones pushes him off. Tyrone Jones uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Mahmoud.
Tyrone Jones with the counter takedown but Mahmoud avoids it easily. Mahmoud ducks right into an uppercut from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Mahmoud.#T3# Mahmoud looks to land a right hand but Tyrone Jones moved out of range. Tyrone Jones avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Tyrone Jones throws the left hand but Mahmoud avoids the punch easily. Mahmoud misses with a body kick. Tyrone Jones throws a leg kick which misses Mahmoud's front leg but catches the back leg as Mahmoud tries to avoid it. #TD2# Mahmoud gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Tyrone Jones to score an easy takedown into full guard. Tyrone Jones trying to control but Mahmoud is working from the bottom. Tyrone Jones is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.#T4# A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Tyrone Jones accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. Tyrone Jones trying to control but Mahmoud is working from the bottom. Mahmoud pulls Tyrone Jones in close to prevent any damage. #REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity. Mahmoud throws the kick towards the body but Tyrone Jones avoids it. Good standup being displayed there by Mahmoud as he connects with a hook. A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Tyrone Jones. Mahmoud is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight. Mahmoud ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Tyrone Jones throws a hook but Mahmoud avoids it easily. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Russell Tyrone Jones showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. The cut man is working on Sameh Mahmoud's cut. That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. #R3# Mahmoud lands with a good body shot. Mahmoud cracks Tyrone Jones with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business. An inside leg kick lands from Tyrone Jones. Mahmoud scores with a nice head shot. Nice shot by Tyrone Jones. Mahmoud blocks a jab. Mahmoud misses with a hook. Nice jab there from Tyrone Jones. Mahmoud scores with a hook to the body. Tyrone Jones takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. Tyrone Jones darts in and out, connecting with a jab. Mahmoud connects with a crisp jab. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Tyrone Jones just misses with a punch to the body.
Tyrone Jones throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Tyrone Jones throws out a loose jab but Mahmoud uses good head movement to avoid it. Tyrone Jones tries to land a leg kick but Mahmoud saw it coming and moves away.
Tyrone Jones throws a lazy uppercut
and Mahmoud counters with a stiff right hand. Mahmoud with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
#T1# Tyrone Jones thows a left - swing and a miss! Tyrone Jones avoids the body shot from Mahmoud.
Tyrone Jones drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Mahmoud defends it well. Mahmoud tries to clinch up. Tyrone Jones swings and misses with a hook to the body.
#CL# Mahmoud gets in close and instigates a clinch. Tyrone Jones is trying to break the clinch but Mahmoud has him pressed against the cage. Tyrone Jones lands with a left to the head. Tyrone Jones throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Mahmouds head. Tyrone Jones scores with an uppercut up the middle. Mahmoud blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Mahmoud doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tyrone Jones lands with a light punch inside. Tyrone Jones throws a head punch that misses. Mahmoud landing knees to the head.
Mahmoud taking a breather. Mahmoud throws a punch but it's blocked by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones pushes Mahmoud back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. Both fighters are breathing heavily.#BC2# Tyrone Jones breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Tyrone Jones uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.#T2# This has been an exciting period of action!#CL# Mahmoud closes the distance and clinches. Tyrone Jones lands a nice uppercut. Tyrone Jones presses Mahmoud against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot. Tyrone Jones scores with a hook to the body. Tyrone Jones lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. Tyrone Jones doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A right handed body shot lands from Tyrone Jones.
Russell Tyrone Jones seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.#BC2# Tyrone Jones breaks from the clinch.
Mahmoud tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Tyrone Jones paws at him with a jab and circles away. Tyrone Jones lands a jab to Mahmoud's midsection. Mahmoud uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Mahmoud was well out of range. Poor timing from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones throws out a loose jab but Mahmoud uses good head movement to avoid it. Mahmoud fakes the leg kick and cracks Tyrone Jones in the body. Tyrone Jones throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Mahmoud takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Tyrone Jones misses the shot to the body. Tyrone Jones ducks down and throws a hook to the body.#T3# Tyrone Jones scores with a punch to the head. Nice jab there from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it. Mahmoud misses with an uppercut. Good standup being displayed there by Mahmoud as he connects with a hook. Mahmoud throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tyrone Jones sees it coming and avoids it easily. A big right from Tyrone Jones misses. Nice defenses there by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones misses with a telegraphed body shot
letting Mahmoud counter with a right hand. Tyrone Jones scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent. Mahmoud finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Mahmoud takes a shot right to the bread basket. Tyrone Jones lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Mahmoud at a distance.
Tyrone Jones throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Mahmoud walks into a straight right hand from Tyrone Jones.#T4# 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! Tyrone Jones scores with a jab. Tyrone Jones throws a lazy right hand but Mahmoud sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Tyrone Jones has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye. Tyrone Jones lands with a straight right. Mahmoud didn't see that one coming. Mahmoud on the wrong end of a nice jab. Tyrone Jones misses with a looping right. Tyrone Jones swats away the attempt to clinch by Mahmoud. A solid leg kick lands there for Tyrone Jones.
#CL# Mahmoud gets a clinch. Tyrone Jones softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage. Mahmoud lands with a short punch from the clinch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Tyrone Jones misses with some punches.
Mahmoud can't find room to land a body shot as Tyrone Jones controls the action.
Mahmoud tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tyrone Jones's elbow. Tyrone Jones has a couple of punches blocked by Mahmoud.
Tyrone Jones tries to work over Mahmoud's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Russell Tyrone Jones really dominated that round. The cut man is working on Sameh Mahmoud's cut. That's time! Mahmoud's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. #R4# Mahmoud fakes a head shot and lands one to the body. Tyrone Jones avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Mahmoud defending well as Tyrone Jones loads up on a big left hand. Tyrone Jones throws a lazy right hand but Mahmoud sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Mahmoud seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance. Tyrone Jones lands a nice hook to Mahmoud's body. Mahmoud takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. Mahmoud doesn't manage to clinch there - Tyrone Jones circles away.
Mahmoud throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Tyrone Jones on the side of the head. Tyrone Jones motions for Mahmoud to come forward. Tyrone Jones throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. Donk. Mahmoud catches Tyrone Jones right on the button with a cross. Tyrone Jones looks to score with a jab to the body but Mahmoud is just out of range. Good leg kick by Tyrone Jones there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Tyrone Jones misses with a low kick.
Tyrone Jones throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Mahmoud seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance. A jab from Tyrone Jones misses. Mahmoud takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Tyrone Jones throws a jab but it's blocked by Mahmoud. #T1# Mahmoud throws the left hand but Tyrone Jones avoids the punch easily. Mahmoud's jab looks to have found its range, popping Tyrone Jones under the eye. Tyrone Jones moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot. Tyrone Jones takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it. Mahmoud lands with a thumping leg kick.
Tyrone Jones scores with a hook to the body. Mahmoud takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. Tyrone Jones throws a low kick but Mahmoud moves out of range easily. A slow jab from Tyrone Jones misses its intended target. Tyrone Jones's corner calls for a 1-2. Tyrone Jones obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. Tyrone Jones misses with a wild body shot. As Tyrone Jones tries to get set, Mahmoud tries to push him back and clinch up but Tyrone Jones manages to avoid the attempt. Tyrone Jones throws a right hand that misses
and Tyrone Jones takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Mahmoud looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it. Tyrone Jones misses with a low kick. Tyrone Jones scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard. Mahmoud scores with a hook to the body. Tyrone Jones takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Tyrone Jones misses with a leg kick. #T2# Mahmoud uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range. Tyrone Jones throws a hook but Mahmoud blocks it. Mahmoud looks to score with a jab to the body but Tyrone Jones is just out of range. Tyrone Jones throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Mahmoud lands a jab. Tyrone Jones connects with a leg kick. Mahmoud looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it. Mahmoud uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook. Mahmoud wants to clinch. Tyrone Jones's jab looks to have found its range, popping Mahmoud under the eye. A slow jab from Mahmoud misses its intended target. #T3# Nice uppercut there from Tyrone Jones. Mahmoud swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Mahmoud on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. Mahmoud throws a shot to the body.
Mahmoud tries to land a leg kick but Tyrone Jones saw it coming and moves away.
Tyrone Jones is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here. Tyrone Jones connects with an inside leg kick. Tyrone Jones's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Mahmoud connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Tyrone Jones scrambles back to his feet. Tyrone Jones throws a low kick, looking for Mahmoud's leg but Mahmoud calmly moves out of range. A looping hook to the body misses from Tyrone Jones. Mahmoud does a little dance to reset his feet.#CL# Mahmoud gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here. Tyrone Jones tries to throw a body punch but Mahmoud avoids it by throwing Tyrone Jones back against the cage. Mahmoud misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tyrone Jones misses with a short punch on the inside. Mahmoud goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A right handed body shot lands from Mahmoud.
Tyrone Jones is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted. A short uppercut from Mahmoud. Mahmoud lands a shot to the body.#T4# Mahmoud digs a right hand underneath Tyrone Jones's ribcage. Tyrone Jones let out a lung full of air as it connected. This has been an exciting period of action! Mahmoud lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. Mahmoud throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges. A knee to the head by Mahmoud.
Mahmoud misses with a body punch.
A nice left hand lands by Mahmoud.
Still in the clinch, Mahmoud scores with a nice short uppercut. Tyrone Jones tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Tyrone Jones blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Mahmoud. Mahmoud lands a knee to the head.
#CUT# It looks like Russell Tyrone Jones has been cut. Tyrone Jones blocks a body shot from Mahmoud. Mahmoud lands a hook that snaps the head of Tyrone Jones backwards. Tyrone Jones is leaning against Mahmoud and scores with a nice uppercut to the body. Tyrone Jones has had enough of the clinch but Mahmoud keeps him there for the moment. Tyrone Jones scores with a shoulder strike. Tyrone Jones lands a left hand.
Mahmoud dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage. A short uppercut from Mahmoud. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close fourth round but I would say that Sameh Mahmoud will probably get the nod. Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval. That's time! Mahmoud's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round! #R5# Tyrone Jones keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tyrone Jones lands with an overhand left. Tyrone Jones misses with a kick to the body.
Tyrone Jones misses the jab. Tyrone Jones takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him. Tyrone Jones fakes a jab and scores with a low kick. Tyrone Jones misses with a low kick. Tyrone Jones throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Mahmoud takes a shot right to the bread basket. Tyrone Jones showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Mahmoud.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Mahmoud's jab looks to have found its range, popping Tyrone Jones under the eye. Mahmoud slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range. Mahmoud lands an overhand right. A big left from Tyrone Jones misses. #T1# Mahmoud lands with an uppercut that bounces Tyrone Jones off the cage and back into range.#CL# Mahmoud clinches up against the cage. Mahmoud blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Mahmoud tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Tyrone Jones swings wildly with an uppercut but Mahmoud uses good head movement to avoid it. Mahmoud throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Tyrone Joness head. Tyrone Jones blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Mahmoud misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tyrone Jones cracks Mahmoud with a nice body shot. Both of our modern day gladiators look out of it here - a gruelling 5 rounds of action taking it's toll on them, no doubt. Mahmoud tries to throw a body punch but Tyrone Jones avoids it by throwing Mahmoud back against the cage. #BC2# Tyrone Jones pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Tyrone Jones steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Mahmoud. Tyrone Jones is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here. Mahmoud throws a front kick aimed at Tyrone Jones's knee but Tyrone Jones avoids it well. Tyrone Jones misses with a body shot.
Mahmoud keeps Tyrone Jones at a distance using the push kick. Mahmoud moves forwards but Tyrone Jones connects with a nice, crisp jab. Tyrone Jones slips a jab from Mahmoud.#T2# Tyrone Jones throws a body shot but no joy. Mahmoud throwing a counter right hand but Tyrone Jones manages to avoid it. Tyrone Jones avoids a kick to the body.
Mahmoud tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Tyrone Jones paws at him with a jab and circles away. Tyrone Jones feints the counter takedown. Tyrone Jones wants to land a leg kick but Mahmoud is out of range. Mahmoud was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Tyrone Jones takes a swing at Mahmoud's ribcage but misses. Mahmoud checks a leg kick nicely. Mahmoud swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect. The fighters circling - Tyrone Jones throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Mahmoud walks into a jab. Mahmoud stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush. Tyrone Jones is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot. Mahmoud moves out of range as Tyrone Jones strikes. Mahmoud tries to land a front kick but Tyrone Jones steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed. Tyrone Jones lands a jab. Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Tyrone Jones, as that shot connected.
Mahmoud has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Mahmoud there as he acknowledges the shot.#T3# Tyrone Jones slips under a jab. Tyrone Jones throws a lazy right hand but Mahmoud sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Tyrone Jones is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Tyrone Jones throws the left hand but Mahmoud avoids the punch easily. Tyrone Jones throws a big shot that misses. Mahmoud takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily. Tyrone Jones misses with a body punch
and Mahmoud counters with a nice uppercut. Tyrone Jones ducks under a wild hook from Mahmoud. Mahmoud throws a push kick but Tyrone Jones slaps the foot to one side. Mahmoud drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles. Mahmoud tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Tyrone Jones paws at him with a jab and circles away. The fight stays on the outside here - Mahmoud looks like he's thinking about clinching though. Mahmoud bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Tyrone Jones needs to keep his hands up - Mahmoud had a free shot at his head there. Sameh Mahmoud has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4# Mahmoud fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Mahmoud throws the left hand but Tyrone Jones avoids the punch easily. Mahmoud connects with a crisp jab. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Tyrone Jones ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Mahmoud moves away. Mahmoud is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Tyrone Jones.#CL# Mahmoud pushes Tyrone Jones up against the cage in a clinch. Mahmoud lands a body punch. Tyrone Jones prevents a body shot from Mahmoud. Tyrone Jones struggles to land a body shot inside as Mahmoud controls his hands.
Mahmoud's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! Nice body punch from Mahmoud. Mahmoud misses with a hook from the clinch. Tyrone Jones goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Mahmoud scores with a knee to the head.
Mahmoud throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Tyrone Joness head. Tyrone Jones wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee. Mahmoud tries to work over Tyrone Jones's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Mahmoud swings wildly with an uppercut but Tyrone Jones uses good head movement to avoid it. Mahmoud lands with a right to the head.
And that's the end of the fight! That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Sameh Mahmoud. I think Tyrone Jones 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 Andrew Berry scores the fight 47:48 Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 47:48 Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 47:48
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Russell Tyrone Jones! Russell Tyrone Jones is the new middleweight champion! Russell Tyrone Jones bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.
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Event:
Syn 613 Jones vs Mahmoud II
Date: Jan 12, 2019 |
#R1# Mahmoud takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Tyrone Jones tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Mahmoud was well out of range. Poor timing from Tyrone Jones. Mahmoud moves out of range of the leg kick from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Mahmoud tries to clinch but Tyrone Jones is having none of it. Tyrone Jones misses with a looping left. Tyrone Jones tries to land a leg kick but Mahmoud saw it coming and moves away.
Good work by Mahmoud as he checks the leg kick. Tyrone Jones attempts a low kick but it misses it's target. Mahmoud keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A nice inside leg kick there by Tyrone Jones. That's going to slow Mahmoud down. Good shot there by Mahmoud. Tyrone Jones cracks the inside of Mahmoud's front leg. Tyrone Jones 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. Tyrone Jones swats away the attempt to clinch by Mahmoud. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Mahmoud looks to throw the jab but Tyrone Jones is out of range. Tyrone Jones motions for Mahmoud to come forward. Tyrone Jones throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. Mahmoud misses with a body kick. Tyrone Jones jabs Mahmoud to the body, keeping him at a distance. Tyrone Jones is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Mahmoud. Russell Tyrone Jones seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Mahmoud blocks a jab. Tyrone Jones throws a big shot that misses.#T1# Mahmoud tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Tyrone Jones manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat. Tyrone Jones shoots in for a double leg but Mahmoud sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy. Tyrone Jones throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Mahmoud counters with a stiff right hand. Tyrone Jones throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tyrone Jones misses with a looping left. Tyrone Jones attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin. Tyrone Jones loads up on a big right hand but Mahmoud slips the punch. Tyrone Jones misses the jab. An inside leg kick lands from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Mahmoud moves out of range of the strikes. Tyrone Jones throws a looping overhand right but Mahmoud ducks down to avoid it. Tyrone Jones scores with a jab to the body. Mahmoud keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Mahmoud checks the leg kick. Mahmoud only half commits to the counter leg kick. Tyrone Jones throws a leg kick and Mahmoud counters with a left to the body. Tyrone Jones scores with a shot to the body.
Mahmoud blocks a head kick by Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones swings away with a body shot that misses
and Mahmoud counters with a nice uppercut. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Tyrone Jones misses with a looping left. Mahmoud walks into a jab.#T2# Mahmoud on the wrong end of a nice jab. Mahmoud tries to close the distance and clinch up but Tyrone Jones swats him away and circles back towards the center. Donk. Mahmoud catches Tyrone Jones right on the button with a cross. Tyrone Jones steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Mahmoud. Tyrone Jones misses the shot to the body. Mahmoud is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch. Mahmoud missing with a left hand there. Tyrone Jones was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Nice defenses there by Mahmoud. Tyrone Jones displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination. Mahmoud takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Tyrone Jones throws a big shot that misses.#CL2# Mahmoud darts in and clinches Tyrone Jones up against the cage. Tyrone Jones tries a body shot but Mahmoud blocks it.
Mahmoud lands with a short punch from the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Mahmoud. Tyrone Jones blocks a body shot from Mahmoud. Mahmoud tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Mahmoud misses with a punch to the body.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Tyrone Jones. Mahmoud cracks Tyrone Jones with a nice body shot. Tyrone Jones is breathing heavily.#BC# Tyrone Jones manages to break the clinch.
Good standup being displayed there by Tyrone Jones as he connects with a hook.#T3# A swing and a miss from Mahmoud. Sameh Mahmoud is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Tyrone Jones looks to score with a jab to the body but Mahmoud is just out of range. Mahmoud slips under a jab. Mahmoud is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Tyrone Jones with a body shot. Tyrone Jones fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt. Mahmoud swings away with a leg kick that misses. Tyrone Jones displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Mahmoud throws out the jab. A jab from Mahmoud misses. Tyrone Jones looks to score with a jab to the body but Mahmoud is just out of range. Tyrone Jones misses with a looping left. Mahmoud takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Mahmoud fails in his attempt to clinch. Tyrone Jones tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Mahmoud was well out of range. Poor timing from Tyrone Jones. Mahmoud staying out of range there. Tyrone Jones slips a jab from Mahmoud. Mahmoud slips under a jab. Tyrone Jones throws a quick inside leg kick. Mahmoud might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable. Mahmoud keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tyrone Jones swings for the body but Mahmoud moves out of range.
Tyrone Jones throws a solid leg kick but Mahmoud takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Tyrone Jones. Mahmoud now looks to counter with a shot at the body.#T4# Tyrone Jones ducks under a wild hook from Mahmoud. Mahmoud connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Tyrone Jones momentarily.
Mahmoud slips under a jab from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones lands a slapping body shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Tyrone Jones fakes a head shot and lands one to the body. Mahmoud stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush. Tyrone Jones with a nice cross. Decent striking displayed by Tyrone Jones there. Mahmoud slips a jab and a cross from Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Mahmoud. Mahmoud avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Mahmoud connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. The fight stays on the outside here - Mahmoud looks like he's thinking about clinching though. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Tyrone Jones avoids a lazy jab quite easily. A jab from Tyrone Jones does it's job there. Mahmoud tries to work over Tyrone Jones's front leg with a kick but Tyrone Jones checks it. Mahmoud avoids a low kick by using good footwork. Tyrone Jones is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Russell Tyrone Jones dominated that round. That's time! Tyrone Jones's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. #R2# Tyrone Jones uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Mahmoud.
Tyrone Jones half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range. Mahmoud jabbing away but nothing is landing. Tyrone Jones lands a jab to Mahmoud's midsection.#CL2# Mahmoud gets a clinch. #BC# Tyrone Jones escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Mahmoud with a jab. Mahmoud takes a body punch but keeps moving. Mahmoud tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Tyrone Jones manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat. Mahmoud throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Tyrone Jones appears to be looking for a counter takedown. Tyrone Jones punishes Mahmoud's body with a nice straight punch. Russell Tyrone Jones is winning the standup battle so far. Tyrone Jones takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Tyrone Jones throws a looping overhand right but Mahmoud ducks down to avoid it. Mahmoud slips a straight right by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Mahmoud moves away. Mahmoud blocks a leg kick.#CL2# Mahmoud gets in close and instigates a clinch. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Mahmoud scores with a hook to the body. Tyrone Jones's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! Tyrone Jones swings wildly with an uppercut but Mahmoud uses good head movement to avoid it. Tyrone Jones misses with a punch on the inside.
#T1# Mahmoud misses with the head strike.
#BC# Tyrone Jones manages to break the clinch.
Tyrone Jones misses with a series of wild punches.
Mahmoud wants to counter the offense by Tyrone Jones and move into the clinch position. Tyrone Jones ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Tyrone Jones tries to counter with a takedown but Mahmoud is quick to defend against it. Tyrone Jones uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Mahmoud.
Tyrone Jones throws a body shot but no joy. Mahmoud is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot. Tyrone Jones lands with a good body shot. Tyrone Jones throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tyrone Jones throws a big shot that misses. Mahmoud is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tyrone Jones. Mahmoud throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tyrone Jones feints and then cracks Mahmoud's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Mahmoud down. #CL2# Mahmoud closes the distance and pushes Tyrone Jones back into the cage. Mahmoud unloads a knee to the mid-section. Tyrone Jones lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh. Tyrone Jones is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Mahmoud can do to turn this around? Mahmoud misses with the head strike.
Mahmoud scores with a shoulder strike. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Mahmoud unloads a knee to the mid-section. Tyrone Jones lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh. Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here. Mahmoud stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.#T2# Mahmoud lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Tyrone Jones backwards. Mahmoud doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Mahmoud scores a nice knee to the body.
Tyrone Jones takes a shot to the head. A short body shot lands from Mahmoud as the two fighters clinch.
Nice body punch from Mahmoud. Mahmoud lands a body punch. Mahmoud lands a left hand that snaps the head of Tyrone Jones backwards. Mahmoud lands a right hand that snaps the head of Tyrone Jones backwards. Tyrone Jones struggles to land a body shot inside as Mahmoud controls his hands.
Mahmoud lands a nice uppercut.#BC# Tyrone Jones breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Tyrone Jones avoids the body shot from Mahmoud.
Mahmoud scores with a head kick. Tyrone Jones tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time. Tyrone Jones is looking to slow Mahmoud down with leg kicks. Mahmoud tries to clinch but Tyrone Jones is having none of it. Tyrone Jones wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection. Mahmoud throws a good cross that connects.
Tyrone Jones throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Tyrone Jones takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.#T3# Tyrone Jones takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt. Mahmoud tries to clinch but Tyrone Jones is having none of it. Mahmoud is looking to clinch but Tyrone Jones is avoiding it.
Tyrone Jones half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range. Tyrone Jones throws a leg kick enabling Mahmoud to counter with a crisp jab. Tyrone Jones looks to throw the jab but Mahmoud is out of range. Despite the aggression on Mahmoud's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter. Mahmoud pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Tyrone Jones changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit. Jab by Mahmoud. Mahmoud misses with an uppercut. Mahmoud throws a jab when Tyrone Jones was well out of range. Tyrone Jones avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Tyrone Jones scores with a leg kick.
Tyrone Jones throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Mahmoud swings for the body but Tyrone Jones moves out of range.
Mahmoud scores with a punch to the head. Tyrone Jones uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Mahmoud. A slow jab from Tyrone Jones misses its intended target. Mahmoud tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Tyrone Jones paws at him with a jab and circles away. A shot to the liver by Mahmoud. Beautiful body shot.#T4# The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones lands with a hook. Mahmoud tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. Mahmoud tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Tyrone Jones manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat. Tyrone Jones takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him. Tyrone Jones scores with a nice head shot.#CL2# Mahmoud closes the distance and clinches. A left hand lands to the body for Mahmoud.
Mahmoud fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Mahmoud throws a punch but it's blocked by Tyrone Jones. Mahmoud is leaning against Tyrone Jones and scores with a nice uppercut to the body. Tyrone Jones prevents a body shot from Mahmoud. A head punch blocked on the inside by Mahmoud. Mahmoud tries to work over Tyrone Jones's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Mahmoud has Tyrone Jones pressed against the cage, preventing Tyrone Jones from circling away and getting back to striking at range. Tyrone Jones scores with a shoulder strike. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Tyrone Jones misses with a body punch.
Tyrone Jones lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. Mahmoud tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Tyrone Jones avoids it. Mahmoud misses with a punch on the inside.
Mahmoud misses with a body punch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Sameh Mahmoud showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. 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# Tyrone Jones has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Tyrone Jones there as he acknowledges the shot. Mahmoud throws a body kick but he wasn't in range. Mahmoud fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done. Mahmoud checks a leg kick. Tyrone Jones throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Mahmoud takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor. Mahmoud is looking to take this fight into the clinch. Tyrone Jones gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Mahmoud. Tyrone Jones works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance. The fighters circling - Tyrone Jones throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Mahmoud steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Tyrone Jones. Mahmoud tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tyrone Jones was well out of range. Poor timing from Mahmoud. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Nice shot lands for Mahmoud. Tyrone Jones throws a solid leg kick but Mahmoud takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Tyrone Jones. Mahmoud has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off. Tyrone Jones rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Mahmoud counters with a nice body shot. Mahmoud lands an overhand right. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Mahmoud lands a glancing blow to the side of Tyrone Jones's head. Tyrone Jones throws a body punch but Mahmoud moves out of range. #T1# Mahmoud misses with a body shot.
Mahmoud lands with a good body shot. A chopping leg kick lands by Tyrone Jones. Mahmoud just misses with a punch to the body.
Tyrone Jones appears to be looking for a counter takedown. Tyrone Jones takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Tyrone Jones misses with a hook. Mahmoud ducked under it nicely. Tyrone Jones changes levels and scores with a jab to the body. Tyrone Jones blocks a low kick nicely. Tyrone Jones loads up on a big right hand but Mahmoud slips the punch. Tyrone Jones's corner calls for a 1-2. Tyrone Jones obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. Tyrone Jones uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Mahmoud.
Mahmoud lands with an overhand left. Tyrone Jones jabbing away but nothing is landing. Tyrone Jones takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness. Both fighters are breathing heavily. Jab by Mahmoud. This has been an exciting period of action! Mahmoud comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range. Mahmoud just misses with a punch to the body.
Tyrone Jones throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Despite the aggression on Mahmoud's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.#T2# Tyrone Jones moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot. Tyrone Jones on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Mahmoud. Mahmoud obviously looking to wear him down.
That kick from Mahmoud tenderised Tyrone Jones's leg. Tyrone Jones is trying to keep his angry face on. Mahmoud lands a jab to the head.
Mahmoud lands a jab to the nose. Tyrone Jones throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tyrone Jones lands a jab-cross combination. Mahmoud drops his hands momentarily and Tyrone Jones takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. Mahmoud jabs Tyrone Jones to the body, keeping him at a distance. Tyrone Jones throws a chopping leg kick but Mahmoud manages to avoid taking any serious damage. Mahmoud 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.
Mahmoud scores with a jab to the jaw. Nice straight punches there by Tyrone Jones. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Tyrone Jones. Mahmoud is looking to chop away at Tyrone Jones's legs. Mahmoud connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son. Mahmoud throws a hook to the side of Tyrone Jones's head but Tyrone Jones sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Tyrone Jones lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh. Mahmoud ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#T3# Mahmoud thuds his right hand into Tyrone Jones's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters. Mahmoud on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere. Mahmoud throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Mahmoud 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.#CL2# Mahmoud darts in and clinches Tyrone Jones up against the cage. Mahmoud's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down. Mahmoud keeps control of Tyrone Jones as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. Tyrone Jones swings wildly with an uppercut but Mahmoud uses good head movement to avoid it. A short right from Mahmoud. Still in the clinch, Tyrone Jones scores with a nice short uppercut. Tyrone Jones digs a right hand underneath Mahmoud's ribcage. Mahmoud let out a lung full of air as it connected. Mahmoud working aggressively here.
Tyrone Jones tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Mahmoud's elbow. Tyrone Jones throws a punch but it's blocked by Mahmoud. Mahmoud tries to work over Tyrone Jones's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Mahmoud misses with some punches.
Tyrone Jones lands with a left to the head. An uppercut to the body lands inside from Mahmoud. Tyrone Jones throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Mahmouds head. #T4# Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Tyrone Jones lands a body punch in the clinch. Tyrone Jones gets through Mahmoud's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. A head punch blocked on the inside by Mahmoud. Nice body punch from Mahmoud. Tyrone Jones looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that. Mahmoud blocks an uppercut.
Mahmoud working aggressively here.
Nice body punch from Tyrone Jones. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones misses with a punch on the inside.
Mahmoud misses with some punches.
Tyrone Jones throws a head punch that misses. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Mahmoud. Mahmoud lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Tyrone Jones backwards. An uppercut to the body lands inside from Tyrone Jones. A right handed body shot lands from Tyrone Jones.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Tyrone Jones lands a body punch in the clinch. Tyrone Jones struggles to land a body shot inside as Mahmoud controls his hands.
#BC# Tyrone Jones escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Mahmoud tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Tyrone Jones manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close third round but Sameh Mahmoud just about did enough to take it. 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. #R4# Tyrone Jones scores with a slapping inside leg kick. Mahmoud keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Good exchange - Tyrone Jones coming out on top. Horrible takedown attempt by Tyrone Jones or perhaps it was just good defense by Mahmoud, which made it look bad. Tyrone Jones misses with a low kick.
Tyrone Jones throws a hook but Mahmoud avoids it easily. Tyrone Jones misses with an uppercut. Mahmoud saw that one coming. Nice shot lands for Tyrone Jones.#CL2# Mahmoud has taken the fight to the clinch.
Mahmoud can't find room to land a body shot as Tyrone Jones controls the action.
Mahmoud misses with a short punch on the inside. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Tyrone Jones blocking some punches.
Mahmoud lands a right hand. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tyrone Jones. Mahmoud goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Tyrone Jones throws a punch but it's blocked by Mahmoud. Tyrone Jones swings wildly with an uppercut but Mahmoud uses good head movement to avoid it. Mahmoud throws a punch but it's blocked by Tyrone Jones. #T1# A shot in the inside from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Mahmoud is defending well. Tyrone Jones misses with a hook from the clinch. Mahmoud blocking some punches.
A frustrated look appears on Tyrone Jones's face as he tries to break the clinch. Mahmoud can't find room to land a body shot as Tyrone Jones controls the action.
A right handed body shot lands from Mahmoud.
It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over. Mahmoud tries to land knees in the clinch but Tyrone Jones avoids the damage to the body. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Mahmoud. Mahmoud throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges. Mahmoud lands on the inside with an uppercut. A hook to the body from Mahmoud.
Mahmoud tries to throw a body punch but Tyrone Jones avoids it by throwing Mahmoud back against the cage. With the fighters clinched against the cage, Mahmoud creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. Tyrone Jones blocks an uppercut.
Mahmoud is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath. Mahmoud misses with a punch on the inside.
Mahmoud lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Tyrone Jones.#T2# Mahmoud scores with a knee to the head.
#CUT2# It looks like Russell Tyrone Jones has been cut. Sameh Mahmoud seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far. A quick uppercut on the inside from Mahmoud. Tyrone Jones can't find room to land a body shot as Mahmoud controls the action.
This has been an exciting period of action! Mahmoud lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Tyrone Jones or not. Tyrone Jones tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Mahmoud's elbow. Tyrone Jones goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Mahmoud. Mahmoud can't find room to land a body shot as Tyrone Jones controls the action.
Mahmoud lands with a light punch inside. Mahmoud scores with a nice hook to the head. Mahmoud works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Mahmoud stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body. Mahmoud tries to throw a body punch but Tyrone Jones avoids it by throwing Mahmoud back against the cage. Mahmoud lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. A short right from Mahmoud on the inside. Nice body punch from Mahmoud. Mahmoud struggles to land a body shot inside as Tyrone Jones controls his hands.
Tyrone Jones misses with the head strike.
Mahmoud lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Tyrone Jones.#T3# Mahmoud makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut. A head punch on the inside from Tyrone Jones fails to land. A short body shot lands from Mahmoud as the two fighters clinch.
Mahmoud lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Tyrone Jones backwards. Mahmoud'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. Tyrone Jones misses with some punches.
Good body shot from Mahmoud.
Mahmoud works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Mahmoud works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Mahmoud lands a left hand.
Still in the clinch, Mahmoud scores with a nice short uppercut. A short uppercut from Mahmoud. Mahmoud lands a body shot in the clinch.
Mahmoud lands with a short shot to the head. Mahmoud lands with a right to the head. This has been an exciting period of action! Tyrone Jones misses with a punch to the body.
Mahmoud lands a left hand that snaps the head of Tyrone Jones backwards. #T4# Tyrone Jones misses with some punches.
Mahmoud scores with a shot to the side of Tyrone Jones's head. Mahmoud lands a nice uppercut. Mahmoud softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage. Tyrone Jones is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Mahmoud is defending well. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Russell Tyrone Jones. That's going to take a lot out of him. Tyrone Jones tries to break free but Mahmoud pushes him back against the cage. Mahmoud works on Tyrone Jones's body with a couple of short punches. Mahmoud scores with a shot to the side of Tyrone Jones's head. Mahmoud blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Mahmoud connects with a knee to the head.
#ROC2# Tyrone Jones is rocked! Tyrone Jones misses with a punch to the body.
Oh Tyrone Jones is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!! Tyrone Jones avoiding damage as Mahmoud throws knees to the body.
Tyrone Jones seems to have got his legs back now. Mahmoud misses with a body punch.
Tyrone Jones misses with a body punch.
Mahmoud lands a body shot in the clinch.
Tyrone Jones working aggressively here.
Mahmoud lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Tyrone Jones backwards. Tyrone Jones lands a right hand. Tyrone Jones misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Tyrone Jones blocks the elbow strike.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Sameh Mahmoud dominated that fourth round. The cut man is working on Russell Tyrone Jones's cut. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round! #R5# Tyrone Jones throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A little jabbing left from Mahmoud on the counter but it doesn't find it's target. Tyrone Jones loads up on a big right hand but Mahmoud slips the punch. Tyrone Jones throws a predictable looking body shot
and Mahmoud counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. Mahmoud wants to clinch up but Tyrone Jones keeps it at a distance. The fighters circling - Tyrone Jones throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Mahmoud misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range. Mahmoud takes a swing at Tyrone Jones's ribcage but misses. Tyrone Jones throws a left and a right that both miss
and Mahmoud counters with a leg kick. A lazy left from Mahmoud finds it's target. Mahmoud uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tyrone Jones.
Mahmoud staying out of range there. Tyrone Jones looks to land a right hand but Mahmoud moved out of range. Mahmoud replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Tyrone Jones blocks it well. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Tyrone Jones takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Tyrone Jones on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. Mahmoud walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head. Tyrone Jones ducks under a wild hook from Mahmoud. Nice defenses there by Mahmoud. Mahmoud steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Tyrone Jones. Mahmoud swings for the body but Tyrone Jones moves out of range.
#T1# Mahmoud fakes a head shot and lands one to the body. Mahmoud uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target. Jab by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head. Mahmoud looks to throw the jab but Tyrone Jones is out of range. Tyrone Jones feinted with a counter takedown. Tyrone Jones stalks Mahmoud and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Mahmoud's face. Mahmoud staggers backwards, shaken. Tyrone Jones is looking to score with low kicks. Tyrone Jones misses with a wild body shot. Mahmoud has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones with a jab. Mahmoud ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tyrone Jones moves away. Tyrone Jones throws a leg kick but Mahmoud sees it coming and moves out of range. Mahmoud steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect. Mahmoud displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tyrone Jones throws out the jab. Mahmoud looks like he wants to counter punch here. Tyrone Jones misses the shot to the body. Mahmoud fakes a jab and then connects with a hook. 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! Mahmoud uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tyrone Jones.
Russell Tyrone Jones has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2# Tyrone Jones jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Mahmoud checks a leg kick nicely. Mahmoud wants to counter the offense by Tyrone Jones and move into the clinch position. Tyrone Jones throws a lazy right hand but Mahmoud sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#CL2# Mahmoud drives through and clinches with Tyrone Jones against the cage.
Mahmoud lands a body shot. Both of our modern day gladiators look out of it here - a gruelling 5 rounds of action taking it's toll on them, no doubt. Mahmoud scores with a nice hook to the head. Mahmoud lands a nice shot to the body. Mahmoud lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Tyrone Jones. Mahmoud is working Tyrone Jones over against the cage. Mahmoud lands with a right to the head. The referee is keeping an eye on Mahmoud - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Mahmoud throws a head punch that misses. Mahmoud misses with a hook from the clinch. Mahmoud presses Tyrone Jones against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot. Mahmoud lands a nice uppercut. Mahmoud lands a shot to the body. A hook to the body from Mahmoud.
Mahmoud lands a right hand that snaps the head of Tyrone Jones backwards. Sameh Mahmoud is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T3# Mahmoud scores with an uppercut up the middle. Mahmoud lands a hook that snaps the head of Tyrone Jones backwards. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tyrone Jones. A right handed body shot lands from Mahmoud.
Mahmoud lands a right hand that snaps the head of Tyrone Jones backwards. Mahmoud tries to work over Tyrone Jones's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Mahmoud tries a knee to the head but Tyrone Jones blocks it.
Mahmoud blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tyrone Jones tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Tyrone Jones swings wildly with an uppercut but Mahmoud uses good head movement to avoid it. Mahmoud lands with a right to the head. Mahmoud blocks a body shot from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones can't find room to land a body shot as Mahmoud controls the action.
Mahmoud has a couple of punches blocked by Tyrone Jones.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Mahmoud. Tyrone Jones wants to break the clinch but can't.
Tyrone Jones swings wildly with an uppercut but Mahmoud uses good head movement to avoid it. #T4# A quick uppercut on the inside from Tyrone Jones. Mahmoud works on Tyrone Jones's body with a couple of short punches. Nice body punch from Mahmoud. Mahmoud lands a body punch in the clinch. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Mahmoud lands a left hand that snaps the head of Tyrone Jones backwards. Mahmoud lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Tyrone Jones backwards. Mahmoud scores a nice knee to the body.
Mahmoud misses with some punches.
Mahmoud looking to throw knees to the head but Tyrone Jones is blocking nicely.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Mahmoud. Mahmoud works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
A short right from Mahmoud on the inside. Mahmoud lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. A quick uppercut on the inside from Mahmoud. Mahmoud misses with a hook to the ribs.
Mahmoud throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Tyrone Joness head. Mahmoud landing knees to the body.
And that's the end of the fight! Sameh Mahmoud comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I think Mahmoud 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 Paul Tew scores the fight 46:49 Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 46:49 Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 46:49
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sameh Mahmoud! Sameh Mahmoud is the new middleweight champion! Sameh Mahmoud seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. In defeat, Russell Tyrone Jones stepped up to the mic, saying 'Wu Tang is for the children. We teach the children... Wu Tang fuh eva!'.
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#R1# Tyrone Jones misses with a body shot.
Nixon misses with a body kick. Nixon tests Tyrone Jones's chin there with a solid looking shot.#CUT2# It looks like Russell Tyrone Jones has been cut. Nixon lands with a thumping leg kick.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Nixon checks a leg kick. Tyrone Jones slips under a jab. Tyrone Jones swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect. Nixon has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Tyrone Jones is landing a low percentage of strikes. Tyrone Jones wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection. Tyrone Jones cracks the inside of Nixon's front leg. Nixon waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones takes a swing at Nixon's ribcage but misses. #CL2# Nixon moves into the clinch successfully.
Nixon pushes Tyrone Jones back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. Nixon blocks a body shot from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones gets through Nixon's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. This has been an exciting period of action! An uppercut to the body lands inside from Tyrone Jones. Nixon takes a shot to the head. A short right from Nixon. A short body shot lands from Nixon as the two fighters clinch.
A right hook to the body lands for Nixon.
Nixon swings away with an uppercut that misses.
We've been hearing reports that Tyrone Jones has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.#T1# Nixon throws a punch but it's blocked by Tyrone Jones. Nixon lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. Tyrone Jones has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Nixon. Nixon tries a body shot but Tyrone Jones blocks it.
Nixon blocks a body shot from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
#BC# Tyrone Jones breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Tyrone Jones fakes a jab and then connects with a hook. Tyrone Jones chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Nixon can pounce on him.
Nixon scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one. Nixon pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way. Russell Tyrone Jones seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. A jab from Nixon does it's job there. Tyrone Jones throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Nixon sees it coming and avoids it easily. Tyrone Jones takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor. A big right from Nixon misses. This has been an exciting period of action! Nixon bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Tyrone Jones throws a body shot but no joy. Tyrone Jones ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent. Nixon fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tyrone Jones manages to avoid it. Tyrone Jones is looking to wear down Nixon with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.#T2# Nixon slips a jab from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Nixon.
Tyrone Jones throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tyrone Jones connects with a solid leg kick. Tyrone Jones takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming. Nixon uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones lands a slapping body shot.
Tyrone Jones looks to throw the jab but Nixon is out of range. Tyrone Jones lands a nice looking body shot.
Tyrone Jones bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Nixon's head. Tyrone Jones wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection. Nixon wants to slow Tyrone Jones down by chopping away at his legs. Tyrone Jones scores with a slapping inside leg kick. Tyrone Jones jabbing away but nothing is landing. Nixon slips under a jab. Tyrone Jones throws a jab but it's blocked by Nixon. Tyrone Jones checks a leg kick nicely.#T3# Nixon moves forwards but Tyrone Jones connects with a nice, crisp jab. Nixon throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Nixon is looking to slow Tyrone Jones down with leg kicks. Tyrone Jones takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Nixon takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him. Tyrone Jones is looking to chop away at Nixon's legs. Tyrone Jones throws out a loose jab but Nixon uses good head movement to avoid it. Tyrone Jones throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Nixon sees it coming and avoids it easily. Tyrone Jones takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it. Tyrone Jones with a hook. Nixon tries to clinch but Tyrone Jones moves out of range. Nixon throws a leg kick but Tyrone Jones moved away. Ouch! a nice leg kick from Tyrone Jones, right into the meat.
Nixon walks into a jab. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Tyrone Jones misses with a wild body shot. Tyrone Jones looks to throw the jab but Nixon is out of range. Tyrone Jones misses with a wild body shot. #T4# Tyrone Jones connects with a looping right hand.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tyrone Jones. Nixon does a little dance to reset his feet. Tyrone Jones throws a poor cross that misses
and Nixon counters with a body kick. Tyrone Jones needs to keep his hands up - Nixon had a free shot at his head there.#CUT2# Russell Tyrone Jones's cut is getting worse. Tyrone Jones lands with a cross. Tyrone Jones moves out of range of the leg kick from Nixon. Tyrone Jones is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Nixon. Tyrone Jones is really peppering his opponent's head with punches. Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Tyrone Jones 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 Nixon has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Nixon and we're back underway with a touch of gloves. Tyrone Jones cracks Nixon with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage. Nixon ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tyrone Jones moves away. Nixon cracks Tyrone Jones with a good jab. A telegraphed right hand from Nixon misses the target. Nixon uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tyrone Jones.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Tyrone Jones throws an overhand right that lands on Nixon's shoulder, as Nixon tries to avoid the shot. Nixon is trying to counter with his kicks. Tyrone Jones on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere. Tyrone Jones misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Nixon.
A big left from Tyrone Jones misses. Nixon appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick. Tyrone Jones dips to his left and cracks Nixon with an uppercut! 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 Russell Tyrone Jones will probably get the nod. The cut man is working on Russell Tyrone Jones's cut. The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. #R2# Thud! ouch! good body kick from Nixon - that will leave a mark!
Tyrone Jones looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
A swing and a miss from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones throws a body shot but no joy. Tyrone Jones throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Nixon has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Tyrone Jones finds it's way round the side to connect with Nixon's head. Tyrone Jones with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Nixon to score with a decent uppercut. Some bone on bone action there as Tyrone Jones checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one. Nixon throws a leg kick but Tyrone Jones moved away. Nixon throws a jab but it's blocked by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones scoring well with a low kick there.
Tyrone Jones stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush. Nixon tries to clinch but Tyrone Jones moves out of range. Nixon throws a hook but Tyrone Jones blocks it. It looked like Tyrone Jones wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit. Nixon avoids the body shot from Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones misses with a looping left. This has been an exciting period of action! Nixon avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Nixon connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.#T1# Tyrone Jones listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut. Tyrone Jones throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. A jab from Tyrone Jones misses. Tyrone Jones lands with a shot to the body. Tyrone Jones lands with a shot to the body. Tyrone Jones scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent. Nixon waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones is looking to slow Nixon down with leg kicks. Nixon on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Russell Tyrone Jones is winning the standup battle so far. A looping hook to the body misses from Tyrone Jones. Nixon does a little dance to reset his feet. Nixon counters with a body kick. Nixon ducks under a wild hook from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones looks to score with a jab to the body but Nixon is just out of range. Nixon moves out of range of the strikes. Nixon swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made. Tyrone Jones misses with a low kick. Jab from Nixon. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Tyrone Jones fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done. Tyrone Jones throws an off balance right hand
and Tyrone Jones takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T2# The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky. Tyrone Jones dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Nixon throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tyrone Jones sees it coming and avoids it easily. Tyrone Jones connects with a jab. Tyrone Jones pushing out the jab but it's not landing. An inside leg kick lands from Nixon. Nixon tests Tyrone Jones's chin there with a solid looking shot. Nixon lands with a cross. Tyrone Jones misses with a right hand and Nixon counters with a stiff right hand. #CUT2# Russell Tyrone Jones's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it. Nixon moves out of range as Tyrone Jones strikes. Nixon missing with a left hand there. Tyrone Jones was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Nixon displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tyrone Jones throws out the jab. Tyrone Jones gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there. Tyrone Jones throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Nixon stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly. A jab from Tyrone Jones misses. #T3# Tyrone Jones takes a swing at Nixon's ribcage but misses. A looping hook to the body misses from Tyrone Jones. Nixon does a little dance to reset his feet. Nixon scores with a kick to the midsection. Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here. Nixon turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick. Tyrone Jones throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
#KD2# Nixon lands a big uppercut and Tyrone Jones crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Tyrone Jones looks OK. Nixon waves Tyrone Jones back to his feet!#ROC2# Tyrone Jones is rocked! Tyrone Jones cracks a nice hook into Nixon's ribs. Oh Tyrone Jones is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!! Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Nixon on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones obviously looking to wear him down.
Tyrone Jones seems to have got his legs back now. Nixon displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tyrone Jones throws out the jab. Tyrone Jones missing with a left hand there. Nixon was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Tyrone Jones with a jab. Some bone on bone action there as Nixon checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one. Tyrone Jones throws out a leg kick but Nixon moves out of range and Tyrone Jones only half commits. Tyrone Jones takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Jab from Tyrone Jones.#KD2# Nixon feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Tyrone Jones sprawling to the canvas! Tyrone Jones rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Nixon finish him?!
#CUT2# Jeez, Russell Tyrone Jones's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked. Tyrone Jones blocks the body kick.
Tyrone Jones swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#T4# Tyrone Jones scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent. Nixon staying out of range there. A punch combination from Nixon misses. Tyrone Jones avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Nixon misses with a double jab.
Tyrone Jones throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Tyrone Jones swings for the body but Nixon moves out of range.
Nixon keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tyrone Jones jabbing away but nothing is landing. Nixon defending well as Tyrone Jones loads up on a big left hand. Despite the aggression on Nixon's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter. Tyrone Jones throws a leg kick and Nixon counters with a straight right hand. Tyrone Jones throws out a loose jab but Nixon uses good head movement to avoid it. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Tyrone Jones thows a leg kick but Nixon checks it #CL2# and Nixon counters into the clinch. Nicely done. Tyrone Jones looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that. Nixon misses with the head strike.
Nixon blocking some punches.
Nixon gets through Tyrone Jones's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. Tyrone Jones swings away with an uppercut that misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Evil Nixon will probably get the nod - 10:9. The cut man is working on Russell Tyrone Jones's cut. That's time! Tyrone Jones's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. #R3# Tyrone Jones misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Nixon cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. Nixon avoids the body shot from Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones loads up on a big right hand but Nixon slips the punch. Nixon scores to the head and body with a nice combination! Nixon on the wrong end of a nice hook. Nixon feints and then cracks Tyrone Jones's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Tyrone Jones down. Nixon takes one on the button. Tyrone Jones swats away the attempt to clinch by Nixon. Tyrone Jones lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh. Nice jab there from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones throws a body shot but no joy. 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! Tyrone Jones throws the left hand but Nixon avoids the punch easily. Tyrone Jones misses with an uppercut
and Nixon counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Tyrone Jones just misses with a punch to the body.
Nixon appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body. Nixon lands a slapping body shot.
#T1# Tyrone Jones keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Good work by Nixon as he checks the leg kick. Both fighters are breathing heavily. Nixon looks to land a body kick but Tyrone Jones moved away. Nixon takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. Nixon lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin. Tyrone Jones throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Tyrone Jones throws an overhand right that lands on Nixon's shoulder, as Nixon tries to avoid the shot. Nice uppercut lands for Nixon. That snapped Tyrone Jones's head back.
Tyrone Jones misses with a left hand #KD2# and Nixon counters with a nice right hand that sends Tyrone Jones toppling to the canvas! Tyrone Jones scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Nixon finish him?!
The referee calls the doctor in to look at Russell Tyrone Jones's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:40 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Evil Nixon! Evil Nixon is the new light heavyweight champion! Evil Nixon seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. The defeated Russell Tyrone Jones had this to say: 'Wu Tang is for the children. We teach the children... Wu Tang fuh eva!'.
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#R1# Nixon uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tyrone Jones. Good shot there by Nixon. Nixon throws a body shot but no joy. Tyrone Jones chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Nixon throws out a loose jab but Tyrone Jones uses good head movement to avoid it. Tyrone Jones 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.
Tyrone Jones misses with a right hand and Nixon cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. Tyrone Jones scores with a shot to the body.
Tyrone Jones throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Tyrone Jones lands a glancing blow to the side of Nixon's head.#CUT2# It looks like Evil Nixon has been cut. Tyrone Jones takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Tyrone Jones throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Nixon throwing a counter right hand but Tyrone Jones manages to avoid it. Tyrone Jones lands with a cross. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Tyrone Jones walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Nixon checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side. A big left from Tyrone Jones misses. Nixon fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Tyrone Jones has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage. Tyrone Jones uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Nixon. Tyrone Jones throws a body shot but no joy. Tyrone Jones has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout. Tyrone Jones dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#T1# Nixon slips a jab from Tyrone Jones. Nice body punch from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Nixon looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath. Nixon seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym. A jab from Nixon misses. Nixon moves away from the strike by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones misses with a right hand and Nixon connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Tyrone Jones throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Nixon on the side of the head. Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Nixon.
Nixon dips to his left and cracks Tyrone Jones with an uppercut! Nixon cracks Tyrone Jones with a good jab. Nixon with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Tyrone Jones to score with a decent uppercut. This has been an exciting period of action! Tyrone Jones swings for the body but Nixon moves out of range.
Tyrone Jones misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Nixon.
Nixon smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button. Tyrone Jones swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Nixon throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. Nixon slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range. Tyrone Jones throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
#T2# Nixon throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. Tyrone Jones scores with a shot to the body.
Tyrone Jones looks to land a right hand but Nixon moved out of range. A looping hook to the body misses from Tyrone Jones. Nixon does a little dance to reset his feet. Nixon slips a jab from Tyrone Jones. Nixon is looking to take this fight into the clinch. Tyrone Jones buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Tyrone Jones throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Nixon was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger. Tyrone Jones swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tyrone Jones keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Nixon. Tyrone Jones is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here. Nixon avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Tyrone Jones throws a chopping leg kick but Nixon manages to avoid taking any serious damage. A little feinted left hand from Nixon on the counter but he doesn't commit to it. A jab from Tyrone Jones does it's job there. Tyrone Jones misses with a double jab.
Tyrone Jones throws a jab but it's blocked by Nixon. Tyrone Jones throws a body shot but no joy. #T3# Tyrone Jones misses with a low kick.
Nice defenses there by Nixon. Nixon lands with a slapping head kick. Tyrone Jones lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw. Nixon is looking to take this fight into the clinch. Russell Tyrone Jones seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Tyrone Jones lands a right hook to the body.
Tyrone Jones throws a body shot but no joy. Nixon keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Nixon checks a leg kick. Nixon thows a left - swing and a miss! Tyrone Jones just misses with a punch to the body.
Nixon scores with a jab. Nixon shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down. #CL# Nixon rushes Tyrone Jones and presses him up against the cage. Tyrone Jones tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T4# Tyrone Jones blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tyrone Jones tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Nixon's elbow. A short right from Tyrone Jones on the inside. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Nixon throws a punch but it's blocked by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones lands a hook that snaps the head of Nixon backwards. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Nixon. #BC2# Tyrone Jones pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Nixon throws a low kick but Tyrone Jones avoids it. Nixon scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard. Tyrone Jones keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Nixon. Nixon throws a body punch but Tyrone Jones moves out of range. Nixon needs to keep his hands up - Tyrone Jones had a free shot at his head there. Tyrone Jones blocks a jab. Nixon uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tyrone Jones. Nixon tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Tyrone Jones manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Tyrone Jones takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Nixon tries to clinch up but Tyrone Jones circles away and keeps his distance. Nice defenses there by Nixon. Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Nixon 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 Tyrone Jones has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Tyrone Jones and we're back underway with a touch of gloves. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Russell Tyrone Jones dominated that round. The cut man is working on Evil Nixon's cut. The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! #R2# Nixon slips under a jab. Nixon jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Nixon checks a leg kick. Tyrone Jones lands a jab. Nixon uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tyrone Jones. Nixon scoring well with a low kick there.
Good shot there by Nixon. Nixon throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Tyrone Jones.#CUT# It looks like Russell Tyrone Jones has been cut. Nixon has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Nixon there as he acknowledges the shot. Tyrone Jones misses with a left hand and Nixon counters with a left to the body. Nixon connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head. 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! Nixon staying out of range there. Nixon wants to slow Tyrone Jones down by chopping away at his legs. Tyrone Jones throws a hook but Nixon avoids it easily. Nixon attempts a low kick but it misses it's target. Tyrone Jones misses with a wild body shot. Good standup being displayed there by Tyrone Jones as he connects with a hook. Tyrone Jones misses with a body shot.
Nixon throwing a counter right hand but Tyrone Jones manages to avoid it.#T1# Nixon rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Tyrone Jones moves out of range and avoids them all easily. Nixon connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Tyrone Jones momentarily.
Nixon throws the left hand but Tyrone Jones avoids the punch easily. Russell Tyrone Jones seems to be getting the better of the standup. Nixon looks to land a body kick but Tyrone Jones moved away. Nixon keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tyrone Jones moves out of range of the strikes. Nixon defending well as Tyrone Jones loads up on a big left hand. Tyrone Jones throws a right hand that Nixon ducks under and follows up with a left that Nixon also avoids with ease. Nice defenses there by Nixon. Nixon scores to the head and body with a nice combination! Tyrone Jones throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tyrone Jones. Nixon does a little dance to reset his feet. Nixon moves out of range of the strikes. Tyrone Jones scores with a shot to the body.
Nice uppercut lands for Tyrone Jones. That snapped Nixon's head back.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Nixon wants to clinch up but Tyrone Jones keeps it at a distance. Nice uppercut lands for Nixon. That snapped Tyrone Jones's head back.
#T2# Tyrone Jones keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Tyrone Jones on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. Nixon tries to clinch up but Tyrone Jones circles away and keeps his distance. Nixon jabs Tyrone Jones right on the nose. Tyrone Jones blinks but takes it well. The fighters circling - Nixon throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Tyrone Jones throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Nixon swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tyrone Jones lands with a nice body punch. Tyrone Jones swings for the body but Nixon moves out of range.
Nixon slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range. Nixon scores with a punch to the head. Nixon smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button. Nixon with a jab. Nixon finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Nixon waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones misses with a looping left. Nixon throws out a loose jab but Tyrone Jones uses good head movement to avoid it. #T3# Tyrone Jones thuds a left hand into Nixon's body. Nixon takes a body punch but keeps moving. Nixon fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Tyrone Jones has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage. Nixon tries to close the distance and clinch but Tyrone Jones swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. Tyrone Jones throws an off balance right hand
#CL# and Nixon counters by clinching up. Nixon works on Tyrone Jones's body with a couple of short punches. A right hook to the body lands for Nixon.
Nixon keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Tyrone Jones's efforts to push away. Tyrone Jones blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tyrone Jones misses with a body punch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Nixon. Tyrone Jones blocking some punches.
Tyrone Jones swings wildly with an uppercut but Nixon uses good head movement to avoid it. Nixon can't find room to land a body shot as Tyrone Jones controls the action.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Nixon as Tyrone Jones tries to tie him up. Nixon tries a body shot but Tyrone Jones blocks it.
#T4# Tyrone Jones blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Nixon. #BC2# Tyrone Jones breaks from the clinch.
Tyrone Jones lands a nice shot to the body.
Tyrone Jones dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Nixon. That did some damage! The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Tyrone Jones lands a nice looking body shot.
Nixon blocks a jab. A slow jab from Nixon misses its intended target. Tyrone Jones misses with a shot to the body enabling Nixon to counter with a crisp jab. Nixon moves in looking to clinch but Tyrone Jones pushes him off. Nixon fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Tyrone Jones is out of range. Nixon 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.
Nixon slips under a jab. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Jab from Tyrone Jones. Nixon misses with a double jab.
Tyrone Jones throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. Tyrone Jones misses the shot to the body. 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 Evil Nixon will probably get the nod. Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval. That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. #R3##CL# The fight moves into the clinch position. Tyrone Jones lands a body punch in the clinch. #BC2# Tyrone Jones breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. Nixon jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Tyrone Jones lands with a cross. Tyrone Jones throws a big shot that misses. Nixon scores with a decent looking hook. Tyrone Jones has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye. Tyrone Jones scores with a crisp jab that stopped Nixon in his tracks. Tyrone Jones 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. Nixon defending well as Tyrone Jones loads up on a big left hand. Tyrone Jones connects with a body shot. Tyrone Jones takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
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! Good shot there by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones misses with a looping right. Tyrone Jones misses with a straight left. Tyrone Jones lands a nice shot that snaps Nixon's head back.
#ROC2# Nixon is rocked! Nixon ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tyrone Jones moves away.#T1# Nixon scores with a spinning back kick! Tyrone Jones throws a shot from downtown. Nixon moves away and avoids it. Nixon missing with a left hand there. Tyrone Jones was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Tyrone Jones uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Nixon. Nixon uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones throws a hook but Nixon blocks it. A quick step to the side and Nixon tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.#CL# Nixon moves into range and clinches up with Tyrone Jones. Nixon softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tyrone Jones. Nixon lands with a short head shot on the inside. Nixon goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Tyrone Jones tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Nixon scores with a nice hook to the head. Tyrone Jones takes a shot to the head. Nixon throws a head punch that misses. Nixon swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Nixon doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Evil Nixon has scored more points in the clinch so far. Tyrone Jones throws a head punch that misses. #T2##BC2# Tyrone Jones's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Nixon avoids a punch combination nicely.
It appears Nixon was looking to counter with a kick there. Tyrone Jones throws a body shot but no joy. Tyrone Jones misses with an uppercut
and Nixon counters with a nice uppercut. Tyrone Jones misses with a straight left. Nixon is looking to counter punch. Tyrone Jones looks to land a combination. Nixon sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots. Tyrone Jones misses with a hook. Tyrone Jones takes a swing at Nixon's ribcage but misses. Nice straight punches there by Nixon. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Nixon. Nixon looks to land a body kick but Tyrone Jones moved away. Tyrone Jones connects with a single shot there. Nice uppercut there from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones misses with a body shot.
An inside leg kick lands from Nixon. Nixon scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.#T3# Tyrone Jones lands a nice hook to Nixon's body. Nixon takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. Good leg kick by Tyrone Jones there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Tyrone Jones uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Nixon. Nixon lands with a hook. Tyrone Jones tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. Nixon dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Nixon pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Tyrone Jones throws a nice inside leg kick. Nixon looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Tyrone Jones listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut. Tyrone Jones ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Nixon moves away. Nixon tried to counter with a leg kick but Tyrone Jones avoided it. Left hook, right uppercut from Nixon. Nice body punch from Tyrone Jones. Both fighters are breathing heavily. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Nixon fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Tyrone Jones checks it well. Nixon jabs Tyrone Jones right on the nose. Tyrone Jones blinks but takes it well. Nixon takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Nixon throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #T4# Tyrone Jones throws a jab when Nixon was well out of range. As Tyrone Jones tries to get set, Nixon tries to push him back and clinch up but Tyrone Jones manages to avoid the attempt. Nixon avoids the body shot from Tyrone Jones.
Nixon uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones scores with a leg kick.
Nixon takes one to the chin there. Tyrone Jones misses with a looping right.#CL# Nixon has managed to clinch.
Nixon swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tyrone Jones fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Nixon goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Tyrone Jones has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Nixon is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet. Nixon lands with a short head shot on the inside. Nixon tries to throw a body punch but Tyrone Jones avoids it by throwing Nixon back against the cage. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Nixon has a couple of punches blocked by Tyrone Jones.
Nixon scores with an uppercut up the middle. Tyrone Jones tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Nixon has Tyrone Jones pressed against the cage, preventing Tyrone Jones from circling away and getting back to striking at range. Tyrone Jones lands a hook to the side of the head. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close third round but Russell Tyrone Jones just about did enough to take it. Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval. 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. #R4# A looping hook to the body misses from Tyrone Jones. Nixon does a little dance to reset his feet. Tyrone Jones misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Nixon.
Tyrone Jones swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#CL# Nixon moves into the clinch successfully.
Nixon tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tyrone Jones's elbow. Nixon lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Tyrone Jones blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tyrone Jones prevents a body shot from Nixon. Tyrone Jones's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down. Nixon has a couple of punches blocked by Tyrone Jones.
Nixon fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Nixon misses with a hook from the clinch. Nixon misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC2# Tyrone Jones breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Nixon swings for the body but Tyrone Jones moves out of range.
Tyrone Jones takes a swing at Nixon's ribcage but misses. Nixon throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tyrone Jones with the counter takedown but Nixon avoids it easily. Tyrone Jones misses with a straight left. Tyrone Jones misses with a body shot.
#T1# Nixon tries to clinch up but Tyrone Jones circles away and keeps his distance.#CL# Nixon forces Tyrone Jones back against the cage and clinches. A right hand to the body from Nixon.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Nixon. Tyrone Jones misses with some punches.
Nixon misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Nixon tries to stall but Tyrone Jones uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Tyrone Jones misses with a hook from the clinch. Tyrone Jones blocks an uppercut.
Tyrone Jones is trying to maintain a safe position but Nixon gets an underhook and turns Tyrone Jones into the cage. Tyrone Jones can't break the clinch.
Nixon misses with a short punch on the inside. Nixon misses with a hook to the ribs.
Nixon lands with a left to the head. Nixon lands a hook to the side of the head. Tyrone Jones blocks an uppercut.
Tyrone Jones swings wildly with an uppercut but Nixon uses good head movement to avoid it. #BC2# Tyrone Jones breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#T2# Tyrone Jones misses with a jab to the body
and Nixon counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Tyrone Jones thinking. Tyrone Jones looks to throw the jab but Nixon is out of range. Tyrone Jones throws a body punch but Nixon moves out of range. Tyrone Jones moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Nixon misses the shot to the body. Tyrone Jones connects with a good right hand that stumbles Nixon. Nixon circles away out of range and recomposes himself. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Nixon cracks Tyrone Jones with a right hand to the side of the head. Tyrone Jones misses with a looping left. Tyrone Jones fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Nixon manages to avoid it. Nixon walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head. Nixon keeps Tyrone Jones at a distance using the push kick. Tyrone Jones moves into range and connects with a jab. Tyrone Jones takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor. Nixon lands a nice leg kick that just misses Tyrone Jones's sensitive parts. Nixon takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Tyrone Jones takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
#T3# Tyrone Jones throws a big shot that misses. Nixon connects with a right hand. Tyrone Jones shakes it off. Tyrone Jones lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Nixon circles away quickly and effectively. Nixon went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected. Tyrone Jones feints and then cracks Nixon's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Nixon down. Nixon doesn't manage to clinch there - Tyrone Jones circles away.
Nixon misses with a hook. Tyrone Jones ducked under it nicely. Tyrone Jones swats away the attempt to clinch by Nixon. Nixon scores with a leg kick.
Nixon takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Tyrone Jones takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily. Nixon moves in looking to clinch but Tyrone Jones pushes him off. Tyrone Jones misses with a low kick.
Tyrone Jones moves out of range as Nixon throws a body kick.
Tyrone Jones waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Nixon.#T4# Nixon slips a jab from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones connects with a body shot. Tyrone Jones checks a leg kick nicely. A solid body kick from Nixon. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Tyrone Jones misses with an uppercut. Nixon saw that one coming. Nixon swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect. Tyrone Jones misses with a shot to the body and Nixon counters with a nice body kick.
Tyrone Jones slips a straight right by Nixon. Tyrone Jones missing with a left hand there. Nixon was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Nixon connects with a leg kick. Tyrone Jones looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it. Tyrone Jones avoids the head kick by Nixon.
Nixon will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Tyrone Jones misses with a straight left. Nixon lands with a good body shot. Tyrone Jones throws the left hand but Nixon avoids the punch easily. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Evil Nixon had his way with Russell Tyrone Jones in that round. Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval. That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round! #R5# Tyrone Jones avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Tyrone Jones lands a head shot. Tyrone Jones fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Nixon is out of range. It looked like Nixon was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones takes a swing at Nixon's ribcage but misses. Tyrone Jones throws a quick inside leg kick. Tyrone Jones tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Nixon is able to avoid easily. Nice uppercut there from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Nixon manages to avoid it. Tyrone Jones swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tyrone Jones on the wrong end of a nice hook. Nixon moves into range and connects with a jab. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Tyrone Jones misses with a hook. Nixon looks to throw the jab but Tyrone Jones is out of range. Tyrone Jones slips a jab from Nixon. Nixon looking to land some kicks to the body here.
#CL# Tyrone Jones gets tackled into the cage by Nixon. Nixon maintains the clinch. #T1# Nixon blocks an uppercut.
#BC2# Tyrone Jones breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. Tyrone Jones with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Nixon to score with a decent uppercut. Nixon throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Nixon throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
#CL# Nixon clinches up against the cage. Both fighters working to control the clinch. Nixon struggles to land a body shot inside as Tyrone Jones controls his hands.
A shot in the inside from Nixon. Tyrone Jones lands a right hand that snaps the head of Nixon backwards. Nixon throws a punch but it's blocked by Tyrone Jones. Nixon fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Nixon lands a nice shot to the body. Tyrone Jones blocks a body shot from Nixon. Nixon misses with a punch to the body.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones working some nice short punches in the clinch. Nixon throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges. Nixon misses with a short punch on the inside. #T2# A head punch on the inside from Tyrone Jones fails to land. Nixon tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Nixon swings away with an uppercut that misses.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Nixon keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Tyrone Jones's efforts to push away. Nixon misses with a body punch.
Nixon makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut. Tyrone Jones tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Nixon's elbow. Nixon tries to throw a body punch but Tyrone Jones avoids it by throwing Nixon back against the cage. Nixon misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Nixon lands an uppercut. Nixon has Tyrone Jones pressed against the cage, preventing Tyrone Jones from circling away and getting back to striking at range. Tyrone Jones swings wildly with an uppercut but Nixon uses good head movement to avoid it. Tyrone Jones taking a breather. Nixon tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. A head punch on the inside from Nixon fails to land. #BC2# Tyrone Jones pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#T3##CL# Nixon moves into the clinch successfully.
Nixon prevents a body shot from Tyrone Jones. Nixon lands with a light punch inside. Tyrone Jones blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Nixon tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tyrone Jones's elbow. Nixon blocking some punches.
A hook to the body from Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones misses with a punch on the inside.
Tyrone Jones blocks a punch to the side of the head.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Tyrone Jones. Both of our modern day gladiators look out of it here - a gruelling 5 rounds of action taking it's toll on them, no doubt. Nixon's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! Tyrone Jones lands a right hand. Tyrone Jones scores with a shot to the side of Nixon's head. A short right from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones works on Nixon's body with a couple of short punches. Tyrone Jones softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! A battle for position here, against the cage. Tyrone Jones tries to work over Nixon's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Tyrone Jones lands a left hand.
#T4# Good body shot from Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Tyrone Jones lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. Nixon blocks a body shot from Tyrone Jones. Nixon misses with some punches.
Nixon misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Tyrone Jones tries a body shot but Nixon blocks it.
Tyrone Jones misses with the head strike.
Tyrone Jones blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tyrone Jones tries a body shot but Nixon blocks it.
Tyrone Jones misses with some punches.
Tyrone Jones tries to throw a body punch but Nixon avoids it by throwing Tyrone Jones back against the cage. Tyrone Jones pushes Nixon back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. A right hook to the body lands for Nixon.
Tyrone Jones goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A short right from Tyrone Jones. Nixon misses with a punch on the inside.
Tyrone Jones lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. Nixon takes a shot to the head.
And that's the end of the fight! I would just about give that final round to Russell Tyrone Jones. I think Tyrone Jones 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 Daniel Bishop scores the fight 47:48 Judge William Gold scores the fight 46:49 Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 46:49
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Russell Tyrone Jones! Russell Tyrone Jones is the new light heavyweight champion! Russell Tyrone Jones decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.
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#R1# Nixon tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him. Tyrone Jones thows a leg kick but Nixon checks it and Nixon connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Tyrone Jones throws a jab but it's blocked by Nixon. Nixon throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Tyrone Jones attempts a counter takedown but Nixon avoids it well and moves away. A chopping leg kick lands by Tyrone Jones. Nixon tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. Tyrone Jones cracks Nixon with an open hand slap. Tyrone Jones displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Nixon throws out the jab. Tyrone Jones has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Razor Sharp Training Systems in the buildup to the fight. Russell Tyrone Jones seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Nixon with a hook. Tyrone Jones throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Nixon. A little jabbing left from Nixon on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#TD# Nixon gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Tyrone Jones trying to control the position from guard on top but Nixon is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Nixon trying to keep a closed guard but Tyrone Jones is proving a slippery customer.
Nixon avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. Nixon looking for a sweep. Not yet Nixon, not yet. Tyrone Jones trying to control the position from guard on top but Nixon is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1# Nixon is controlling Tyrone Jones's posture. We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon. Tyrone Jones connects with a couple of short punches. Nixon keeping moving, preventing Tyrone Jones from controlling successfully. Tyrone Jones pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Nixon is keeping the position for now. Tyrone Jones throwing strikes but missing. Tyrone Jones is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T2# Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it. Nixon pulls Tyrone Jones in close to prevent any damage. Nixon keeping moving, preventing Tyrone Jones from controlling successfully. #REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet. Tyrone Jones bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Nixon's head backwards. Nixon tries to clinch but Tyrone Jones is having none of it. Tyrone Jones buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Tyrone Jones waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Nixon. Nixon is looking to land body kicks. Tyrone Jones appears to be looking for a counter takedown. Nixon misses with a looping left. Tyrone Jones scores with a punch to the head. Tyrone Jones uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook. Tyrone Jones looks to land a combination but Nixon avoids it well. Tyrone Jones scores with a decent looking hook. Tyrone Jones throws a nice outside leg kick. Nixon throws a body shot but no joy. #T3# Tyrone Jones throws a big shot that misses. A big right from Tyrone Jones misses. Nixon slips under a jab from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones sets himself, and Nixon steps forward looking for the clinch! Tyrone Jones avoids it this time. Nixon jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Tyrone Jones connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son. The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Nixon checks a leg kick. Tyrone Jones will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Nixon works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance. Tyrone Jones scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Nixon doesn't seem bothered though. Tyrone Jones explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work. Nixon on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones obviously looking to wear him down.
Nixon takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Nixon pivots, looking for a leg kick but Tyrone Jones is out of range and Nixon settles back down. Tyrone Jones appears to be looking for a counter takedown. Nixon tries to clinch up but Tyrone Jones circles away and keeps his distance. Tyrone Jones 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.
Nixon has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Tyrone Jones defending well as Nixon loads up on a big left hand. Nixon throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Nixon keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tyrone Jones loads up on a big right hand but Nixon slips the punch. Nixon throws out a counter right but Tyrone Jones avoids it with no problem.#T4# Nixon pushing out the jab but it's not landing. The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky. Nixon checks a leg kick nicely. Nixon uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones with a jab. Nixon moves in looking to clinch but Tyrone Jones pushes him off. Nixon has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones connects with a nice looking jab.
Tyrone Jones misses with a low kick.
Nixon fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Tyrone Jones. Nixon takes a shot right to the bread basket. Tyrone Jones sizes up Nixon with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. Nixon closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. Tyrone Jones lands a slapping body shot.
Tyrone Jones throws a quick inside leg kick. Tyrone Jones scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one. Tyrone Jones throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Tyrone Jones throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tyrone Jones ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Nixon moves away. Nixon throws a lazy right hand but Tyrone Jones sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Russell Tyrone Jones dominated that round. That's time! Tyrone Jones's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. #R2# Nixon moves out of range as Tyrone Jones strikes. Nixon pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Nixon ducks under a wild hook from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones scores with a jab. Nixon acknowledges it with a nod of the head. Tyrone Jones just misses with a punch to the body.
Nixon misses with a body kick. Tyrone Jones uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Nixon has time to react. Tyrone Jones connects with a leg kick. Nixon looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it. Nixon slips a straight right by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Nixon ducks under a wild hook from Tyrone Jones. It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Tyrone Jones here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man. Tyrone Jones misses with a wild body shot. Nixon throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Nixon changes levels and scores with a jab to the body. Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Nixon, as that shot connected.
This has been an exciting period of action! Tyrone Jones swats away the attempt to clinch by Nixon. Tyrone Jones lands with a hook. Nixon tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. Nixon checks a leg kick nicely.#T1# Tyrone Jones tests Nixon's chin there with a solid looking shot. Nixon throws a hook but Tyrone Jones avoids it easily. Tyrone Jones walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Nixon checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side. Nixon lands a nice hook to Tyrone Jones's body. Tyrone Jones takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. Tyrone Jones looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. Nixon takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Tyrone Jones cracks a nice hook into Nixon's ribs. Nixon takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him. Tyrone Jones throws a hook but Nixon avoids it easily. A swing and a miss from Nixon. Tyrone Jones lands with a straight right. Nixon didn't see that one coming. Tyrone Jones pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Tyrone Jones keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Nixon. Tyrone Jones looks to score with a jab to the body but Nixon is just out of range. Nixon swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Tyrone Jones. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Nixon lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise. A nice inside leg kick there by Tyrone Jones. That's going to slow Nixon down. The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Nixon checks a leg kick. #T2# A low kick from Tyrone Jones is predictable there and Nixon counters with a lovely straight right hand! Nixon ducks under a wild hook from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones checks a leg kick nicely. Tyrone Jones missing with a left hand there. Nixon was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Nice shot by Nixon.#CUT2# It looks like Russell Tyrone Jones has been cut. Tyrone Jones misses with a straight right. That kick from Tyrone Jones tenderised Nixon's leg. Nixon is trying to keep his angry face on. Tyrone Jones dips to his left and cracks Nixon with an uppercut! Nixon fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Tyrone Jones checks it well. Nixon scores with a jab. Nixon has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Nixon there as he acknowledges the shot. Nixon has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye. Tyrone Jones swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Nixon's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down. Nixon avoids the body shot from Tyrone Jones.
Nixon on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere. Nixon throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Nixon tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tyrone Jones was well out of range. Poor timing from Nixon. Nixon lands a nice shot to the body.
Tyrone Jones lands a slapping body shot.
Tyrone Jones changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.#T3# Tyrone Jones throws a body shot but no joy. Tyrone Jones staying out of range there. Nixon cracks Tyrone Jones with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage. Nixon stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Nixon can do to turn this around? Nixon stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush. Nixon wants to slow Tyrone Jones down by chopping away at his legs. Tyrone Jones drops down looking for a counter takedown but Nixon sprawls and moves away. Nixon lands with a shot to the body. Tyrone Jones connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. Tyrone Jones pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Nixon throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. Nixon misses with a two punch combination.
Tyrone Jones misses with an uppercut. Nixon saw that one coming. Tyrone Jones lands a nice hook to Nixon's body. Nixon takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. Tyrone Jones throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Tyrone Jones misses with an uppercut. Nixon walks into a straight right hand from Tyrone Jones. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Tyrone Jones throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Nixon bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T4# Tyrone Jones moves into range and connects with a jab. Nixon takes a body punch but keeps moving. Nixon digs a good body shot into Tyrone Jones's ribs. A big left from Tyrone Jones misses. Tyrone Jones tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Nixon was well out of range. Poor timing from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Nixon sees it coming and avoids it easily. A big right from Tyrone Jones misses. A slow jab from Nixon misses its intended target. Tyrone Jones ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Nixon moves away. Tyrone Jones misses with a low kick. Nixon throws a leg kick but Tyrone Jones moved away. Nixon defending well as Tyrone Jones loads up on a big left hand. Nice defenses there by Tyrone Jones. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Nixon avoids a kick to the body.
A leg kick checked by Nixon. Nixon gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there. Tyrone Jones swinging wildly here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Russell Tyrone Jones dominated that second round. The cut man is working on Russell Tyrone Jones's cut. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! #R3# Nixon tries to score with a low kick but Tyrone Jones moves his leg out of the way. Nixon lands the left hand. Tyrone Jones misses with an uppercut
and Nixon counters with a lovely straight right hand! Nixon drops his hands momentarily and Tyrone Jones takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. A swing and a miss from Nixon. Tyrone Jones throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. Nixon throws a body punch but Tyrone Jones moves out of range. Tyrone Jones jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Tyrone Jones uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Nixon. Tyrone Jones feints and then cracks Nixon's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Nixon down. Tyrone Jones throws a shot from downtown. Nixon moves away and avoids it. Nixon takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Tyrone Jones throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tyrone Jones misses with a hook. Nixon looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it. Nixon lands a really nice looking cross but Tyrone Jones seems unphased.
This has been an exciting period of action! Tyrone Jones lands with a right hand. Tyrone Jones swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Nixon cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. Tyrone Jones keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
A big left from Tyrone Jones misses. #T1# Nixon drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles. Nixon throws a low kick, looking for Tyrone Jones's leg but Tyrone Jones calmly moves out of range. Tyrone Jones avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Tyrone Jones throws a leg kick that is checked and Nixon counters with a straight punch to the midsection. Tyrone Jones throws a hook to the side of Nixon's head but Nixon sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Tyrone Jones uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Nixon.
Nixon takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away. Tyrone Jones fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Nixon has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage. Jab from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones blocks the body kick.
Tyrone Jones takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh. Tyrone Jones throws a hook but Nixon avoids it easily. Tyrone Jones throws a shot to the body.
Nixon tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tyrone Jones was well out of range. Poor timing from Nixon. Tyrone Jones checks the leg kick nicely there.
Tyrone Jones misses with a straight left. Tyrone Jones looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#T2# 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! Nixon takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it. Nixon blocks a jab. Nixon ducks under a wild hook from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones missing with a left hand there. Nixon was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Crunch! Nixon slams his shin into Tyrone Jones's torso. Nixon uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time. Nixon uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tyrone Jones.
Nixon tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Tyrone Jones paws at him with a jab and circles away. Tyrone Jones attempts a counter takedown but Nixon avoids it well and moves away. Nixon misses with an uppercut. Tyrone Jones saw that one coming. Tyrone Jones tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Nixon was well out of range. Poor timing from Tyrone Jones. Nixon doesn't manage to clinch there - Tyrone Jones circles away.
#CL2# Nixon closes the distance and clinches. Nixon is leaning against Tyrone Jones and scores with a nice uppercut to the body. Both fighters are breathing heavily. Tyrone Jones goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Nixon. Nixon lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.#T3# Nixon controlling the action here for a moment.
Both fighters working to control the clinch. Nixon working some nice short punches in the clinch. Nixon lands a right hand. Nixon working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. Nixon misses with a hook from the clinch. Tyrone Jones's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! Nixon lands a shot to the body. Tyrone Jones takes a shot to the head. Tyrone Jones prevents a body shot from Nixon. Tyrone Jones is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Nixon gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt. Nixon lands a right hand. Nixon lands with a light punch inside. Nixon cracks Tyrone Jones with a nice body shot. Tyrone Jones blocks a body shot from Nixon. Nixon lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Tyrone Jones or not. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Nixon can't find room to land a body shot as Tyrone Jones controls the action.
Nixon tries to work over Tyrone Jones's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #T4# Nixon misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Nixon presses Tyrone Jones against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot. Nixon misses with some punches.
Tyrone Jones misses with a short punch on the inside. With the fighters clinched against the cage, Nixon creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. Nixon misses with a body punch.
Nixon misses with a body punch.
Tyrone Jones blocks a body shot from Nixon. A head punch on the inside from Nixon fails to land. Tyrone Jones doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tyrone Jones working aggressively here.
Nixon tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tyrone Jones's elbow. Nixon scores with a nice hook to the head. Nixon lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Tyrone Jones backwards. Nixon goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Nixon tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. A shot in the inside from Tyrone Jones. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Tyrone Jones misses with some punches.
Good body shot from Nixon.
A right handed body shot lands from Nixon.
Nixon is working Tyrone Jones over against the cage. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Evil Nixon really dominated that round. The cut man is working on Russell Tyrone Jones's cut. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. #R4# Nixon tries to clinch there but Tyrone Jones circles away.
Nixon works Tyrone Jones's body with a nice hook. Tyrone Jones gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Russell Tyrone Jones is winning the standup battle so far. Nixon checks a leg kick nicely. Nixon misses with a body shot.
Nixon throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tyrone Jones attempts a counter takedown but Nixon avoids it well and moves away. Tyrone Jones fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Nixon has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage. Nixon drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.#CL2# Nixon gets a clinch. Nixon lands with a right to the head. Tyrone Jones tries to work over Nixon's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Nixon throws a head punch that misses. Nixon misses with a punch to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Nixon goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A short right from Tyrone Jones on the inside. Nixon tries to work over Tyrone Jones's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Nixon pushes Tyrone Jones back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. A right handed body shot lands from Nixon.
It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Nixon lands with a light punch inside. #T1# Nixon lands a body shot in the clinch.
Nixon lands a nice uppercut. Tyrone Jones misses with a hook to the ribs.
Nixon scores with a shoulder strike. Nixon working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. A shot in the inside from Nixon. Tyrone Jones throws a head punch that misses. Tyrone Jones struggles to land a body shot inside as Nixon controls his hands.
Nixon is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage. A nice left hand lands by Nixon.
Nixon throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges. Nixon lands with a short head shot on the inside. Nixon scores with a shot to the side of Tyrone Jones's head. Tyrone Jones dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage. Nixon prevents a body shot from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tyrone Jones fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Nixon as Tyrone Jones tries to tie him up. #T2# Nixon stalling in the clinch but Tyrone Jones improves position. Nixon lands with a good tight uppercut 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! Nixon tries to throw a body punch but Tyrone Jones avoids it by throwing Nixon back against the cage. Tyrone Jones blocks a body shot from Nixon. Tyrone Jones's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! Tyrone Jones blocks an uppercut.
Nixon goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A left hand lands to the body for Nixon.
Nixon lands a hook to the side of the head. A hook to the body from Nixon.
Tyrone Jones takes a shot to the head. Nixon lands with a right to the head. Nixon scores with a shot to the side of Tyrone Jones's head. #ROC2# Tyrone Jones is rocked! Nixon blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A nice right hand lands inside from Nixon. Oh Tyrone Jones is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!! Nixon lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. Nixon blocking some punches.
Tyrone Jones misses with a body punch.
Tyrone Jones seems to have got his legs back now. Tyrone Jones takes a shot to the head. #T3# Nixon lands a shot to the body. Nixon tries a body shot but Tyrone Jones blocks it.
Nixon lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Tyrone Jones. Nixon lands a left hand.
Nixon scores with a shot to the side of Tyrone Jones's head. Nixon lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Tyrone Jones backwards. Nixon works on Tyrone Jones's body with a couple of short punches. Nixon lands with a short head shot on the inside. Nixon works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Tyrone Jones misses with the head strike.
Nixon lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. Nixon tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tyrone Jones's elbow. A short body shot lands from Nixon as the two fighters clinch.
Nixon lands an uppercut. Nixon lands a hook that snaps the head of Tyrone Jones backwards. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Nixon gets through Tyrone Jones's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. Nixon working some nice short punches in the clinch. Nixon misses with a punch to the body.
Nixon can't find room to land a body shot as Tyrone Jones controls the action.
Tyrone Jones swings wildly with an uppercut but Nixon uses good head movement to avoid it. #T4# A hook to the body from Nixon.
Nixon is leaning against Tyrone Jones and scores with a nice uppercut to the body. Nixon misses with some punches.
Nixon throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Tyrone Joness head. Nixon lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Tyrone Jones. Evil Nixon seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far. Nixon lands a right hand that snaps the head of Tyrone Jones backwards. Tyrone Jones tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Nixon blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tyrone Jones swings wildly with an uppercut but Nixon uses good head movement to avoid it. Nixon throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Tyrone Joness head. Nixon softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage. Nixon lands on the inside with an uppercut. #BC2# Nixon breaks the clinch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Nixon connects with a solid leg kick. A big right from Nixon misses. Nixon avoids the body shot from Tyrone Jones.
Nixon uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tyrone Jones. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Evil Nixon dominated that fourth round. The cut man is working on Russell Tyrone Jones's cut. That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round! #R5# Tyrone Jones lands a body shot.
Tyrone Jones misses with a looping left. Nice uppercut there from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh. Tyrone Jones fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Nixon has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage. A looping hook to the body misses from Tyrone Jones. Nixon does a little dance to reset his feet. Nixon throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tyrone Jones sees it coming and avoids it easily. Nixon avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Nixon feints a counter leg kick. A big left from Nixon misses. #CL2# Nixon closes the distance and clinches. A body shot lands from Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones misses with a punch on the inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. A right hand to the body from Nixon.
Tyrone Jones misses with a short punch on the inside. Nixon digs a right hand underneath Tyrone Jones's ribcage. Tyrone Jones let out a lung full of air as it connected. A short right hand to the side of the head by Nixon. Nixon is leaning against Tyrone Jones and scores with a nice uppercut to the body. Both of our modern day gladiators look out of it here - a gruelling 5 rounds of action taking it's toll on them, no doubt. A short right from Nixon. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Nixon tries to throw a body punch but Tyrone Jones avoids it by throwing Nixon back against the cage. #T1# Tyrone Jones has a couple of punches blocked by Nixon.
Nixon working some nice short punches in the clinch. A nice left hand lands by Nixon.
Tyrone Jones's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! Nixon lands with a right to the head. Nixon lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Tyrone Jones. Nixon lands an uppercut. Nixon effectively controlling the action here. A right hand to the body from Nixon.
Nixon misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Tyrone Jones can't find room to land a body shot as Nixon controls the action.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Nixon creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. Nixon misses with a hook to the ribs.
Nixon tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Nixon lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #BC# Tyrone Jones breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Nixon uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tyrone Jones. This has been an exciting period of action! Nixon tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tyrone Jones was well out of range. Poor timing from Nixon. Tyrone Jones feinted with a counter takedown.#T2# Tyrone Jones throws an off balance right hand
letting Nixon counter with a right hand. Tyrone Jones throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. Nixon throws a body shot but no joy. Tyrone Jones changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit. Nixon takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Nixon throws a quick inside leg kick. Nixon takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Nixon throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tyrone Jones sees it coming and avoids it easily. Tyrone Jones feinted with a counter takedown. Tyrone Jones looks to land a combination but Nixon avoids it well. Nixon tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Tyrone Jones paws at him with a jab and circles away. Tyrone Jones thows a left - swing and a miss! Tyrone Jones throws the left hand but Nixon avoids the punch easily. A solid leg kick lands there for Nixon.
Tyrone Jones throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
#CL2# Nixon gets in close and instigates a clinch. Nixon misses with a body punch.
Tyrone Jones lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Nixon. Tyrone Jones misses with the head strike.
#T3# Nixon misses with a punch to the body.
Nixon tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tyrone Jones's elbow. Nixon is trying to maintain a safe position but Tyrone Jones gets an underhook and turns Nixon into the cage. Nixon misses with a punch to the body.
Tyrone Jones makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut. Tyrone Jones scores with a shot to the side of Nixon's head. Nixon misses with a body punch.
Tyrone Jones content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Tyrone Jones scores with a nice hook to the head. Tyrone Jones tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Tyrone Jones lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Nixon. Nixon swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Nixon doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tyrone Jones lands with a light punch inside. Tyrone Jones lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Nixon.#TD# Tyrone Jones works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard. Tyrone Jones is looking to advance position but Nixon has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!#REVB# The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Tyrone Jones slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.#T4# Tyrone Jones controlling the position well. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Tyrone Jones wants to improve his position but Nixon is controlling well.
Nixon is figuring out what he wants to do next. Tyrone Jones is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB# Tyrone Jones looking for submissions from an awkward position here. Tyrone Jones wants to control but Nixon is keeping busy.
And that's the end of the fight! I would just about give that final round to Evil Nixon. I think Nixon 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 Chris Edwards scores the fight 48:47 Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 47:48 Judge James Glass scores the fight 47:48
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Evil Nixon! Evil Nixon is the new light heavyweight champion! During a confident post fight interview, Evil Nixon thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. In defeat, Russell Tyrone Jones stepped up to the mic, saying 'Wu Tang is for the children. We teach the children... Wu Tang fuh eva!'.
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Syn 600 - All In
Date: Oct 20, 2018 |
#R1# Diggs slips a straight right by Tyrone Jones. Wow, both these guys are really going for it! Tyrone Jones jabbing away but nothing is landing. Tyrone Jones looks to land a right hand but Diggs moved out of range. Tyrone Jones looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight. Tyrone Jones slips a straight right by Diggs. We've been informed that Diggs 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. A big left from Diggs misses. A punch lands to the side of Tyrone Jones 's head but he takes it in his stride. Diggs swings for the body but Tyrone Jones moves out of range.
Tyrone Jones missing with a left hand there. Diggs was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Tyrone Jones stalks Diggs and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Diggs's face. Diggs staggers backwards, shaken. Tyrone Jones scores with a one two! Diggs had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes. A good leg kick by Diggs. Tyrone Jones feints and then cracks Diggs's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Diggs down. This has been an exciting period of action! Tyrone Jones walks into a straight right hand from Diggs. Tyrone Jones throws a jab but it's blocked by Diggs. Tyrone Jones blocks a leg kick. Diggs tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tyrone Jones was well out of range. Poor timing from Diggs. Tyrone Jones lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw. Tyrone Jones staying out of range there. Diggs throws a body punch but Tyrone Jones moves out of range. Diggs throws a jab but it's blocked by Tyrone Jones. Diggs lands with a good body shot. Diggs misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Tyrone Jones misses with a looping left.#T1# Diggs takes a jab right on the kisser.
Diggs scores with a jab to the head.
Tyrone Jones lands with a nice body punch. Diggs tries to close the distance and clinch up but Tyrone Jones swats him away and circles back towards the center. Diggs takes one to the side of the head.
Tyrone Jones thows a left - swing and a miss! Tyrone Jones throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Tyrone Jones throws a body punch but Diggs moves out of range. Diggs chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Tyrone Jones closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. Diggs keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tyrone Jones. Diggs fakes a jab and scores with a low kick. Diggs throws a quick inside leg kick. Diggs swings for the body but Tyrone Jones moves out of range.
Tyrone Jones throws an overhand right that lands on Diggs's shoulder, as Diggs tries to avoid the shot. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Diggs connects with a leg kick. Tyrone Jones looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it. Tyrone Jones moves into range and connects with a jab. Tyrone Jones misses with an uppercut. Diggs saw that one coming. Diggs misses with a wild body shot. A telegraphed right hand from Tyrone Jones misses the target. Left hook, right uppercut from Tyrone Jones. #T2# Tyrone Jones connects with the punch. Diggs slips under a jab. Tyrone Jones waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Diggs. Tyrone Jones blocks a head kick by Diggs.
Tyrone Jones throws the left hand but Diggs avoids the punch easily. It seemed like Diggs was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. Diggs throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean. Diggs on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones obviously looking to wear him down.
Diggs lands with a thumping leg kick.
Tyrone Jones tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him. Tyrone Jones looks to score with a jab to the body but Diggs is just out of range. Diggs throws out a counter right but Tyrone Jones avoids it with no problem. A clash of legs there as Diggs blocks the low kick. Diggs lands a nice leg kick that just misses Tyrone Jones's sensitive parts. Tyrone Jones with a nice cross. Tyrone Jones avoids a punch combination nicely.
Diggs cracks Tyrone Jones with an open hand slap. Diggs misses with a low kick.
Tyrone Jones throws a body punch but Diggs moves out of range. Diggs misses the shot to the body. Tyrone Jones throws a hook but Diggs blocks it.#T3# Diggs throws a leg kick which misses Tyrone Jones's front leg but catches the back leg as Tyrone Jones tries to avoid it. Tyrone Jones swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Diggs jabs Tyrone Jones right on the nose. Tyrone Jones blinks but takes it well. Diggs tries a head kick but it misses.
Tyrone Jones throws a sloppy head kick and Diggs moves out of range easily. Tyrone Jones throws a hook but Diggs avoids it easily. Russell Tyrone Jones seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Tyrone Jones on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Diggs. Diggs obviously looking to wear him down.
Tyrone Jones throws a lazy uppercut
and Diggs counters with a stiff right hand. An inside leg kick lands from Diggs. Diggs thumps Tyrone Jones with a low kick. Good leg kick by Diggs there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Diggs steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tyrone Jones. A looping hook to the body misses from Tyrone Jones. Diggs does a little dance to reset his feet. Diggs throws a jab when Tyrone Jones was well out of range. Diggs throws a body shot but no joy. Diggs avoids a punch combination nicely.
Diggs wants to clinch. Tyrone Jones half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range. This has been an exciting period of action! Diggs scores with a jab. Tyrone Jones acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #T4# Diggs walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush. Diggs checks a leg kick. A slow jab from Diggs misses its intended target. A looping hook to the body misses from Tyrone Jones. Diggs does a little dance to reset his feet. Diggs ducks under a wild hook from Tyrone Jones. Diggs throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tyrone Jones sees it coming and avoids it easily. Tyrone Jones is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight. Diggs missing with a left hand there. Tyrone Jones was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Tyrone Jones connects with a body shot. Diggs 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. Tyrone Jones attempts a low kick but it misses it's target. Diggs misses with a hook. Diggs walks into a straight right hand from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones takes a swing at Diggs's ribcage but misses. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Diggs keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Diggs throws a front kick that sends Tyrone Jones stumbling back into the ropes. The fighters circling - Diggs throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Tyrone Jones walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Diggs checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side. Diggs throws out a counter right but Tyrone Jones avoids it with no problem. Diggs lands a nice shot to the body.
Diggs digs a good body shot into Tyrone Jones's ribs. 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 Russell Tyrone Jones will probably get the nod. That's time! Tyrone Jones's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. #R2# Tyrone Jones just misses with a punch to the body.
Diggs stuffs the takedown attempt from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones gets slowly back to his feet. Tyrone Jones walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush. Diggs throws a jab but it's blocked by Tyrone Jones. A jab from Tyrone Jones finds it's way through Diggs's defenses. Diggs throws a low kick but it's checked well by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones throws out a loose jab but Diggs uses good head movement to avoid it. Diggs flicks out a counter leg kick but Tyrone Jones steps away. Diggs on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. Tyrone Jones tries to bum rush Diggs with a series of wild strikes but Diggs uses good footwork to avoid the assault. Diggs with a nice cross. Tyrone Jones looks to land a right hand but Diggs moved out of range. Tyrone Jones throws a jab but it's blocked by Diggs. Tyrone Jones lands with a right hand. Tyrone Jones swings for the body but Diggs moves out of range.
Diggs feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Tyrone Joness jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist! Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Tyrone Jones throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. Diggs slaps away a takedown attempt from Tyrone Jones, before circling back to the center of the mat. Diggs fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Tyrone Jones has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.#T1# Tyrone Jones swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tyrone Jones sizes up Diggs with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. The fighters circling - Tyrone Jones throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Tyrone Jones missing with a left hand there. Diggs was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Tyrone Jones misses the jab. Diggs only half commits to the counter leg kick. Diggs just misses with a punch to the body.
The fighters circling - Diggs throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Tyrone Jones misses the jab. Good shot there by Diggs. Diggs looks to land a right hand but Tyrone Jones moved out of range. Diggs ducks right into an uppercut from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones works the jab nicely. Diggs takes one to the chin there. Tyrone Jones checks a leg kick. Tyrone Jones changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit. Some wild striking there from Diggs.
Diggs misses with the combination.
Diggs misses with a wild combination.
#T2# We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Tyrone Jones lands a slapping body shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tyrone Jones. Diggs does a little dance to reset his feet. Diggs tries to clinch up but Tyrone Jones circles away and keeps his distance. Tyrone Jones misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Diggs.
Tyrone Jones thows a left - swing and a miss! Tyrone Jones jabbing away but nothing is landing. Diggs was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind. Tyrone Jones avoids a kick to the body.
Tyrone Jones swings for the body but Diggs moves out of range.
Diggs looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Diggs scores with a jab. Diggs lands a head kick!
Tyrone Jones just misses with a punch to the body.
Diggs lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw. Tyrone Jones moves out of range as Diggs strikes. Good standup being displayed there by Tyrone Jones as he connects with a hook. Tyrone Jones waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Diggs. Tyrone Jones throws a leg kick but Diggs checks it. Diggs throws a big shot that misses. Tyrone Jones throws a wild combination but nothing lands. Tyrone Jones takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
#T3# Tyrone Jones misses with an uppercut. Diggs saw that one coming. Tyrone Jones will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Diggs uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tyrone Jones.
Diggs throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Diggs is looking to score with low kicks. A head kick misses from Diggs. Tyrone Jones takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.#CL2# Diggs closes the distance and pushes Tyrone Jones back into the ropes. Diggs throws a punch but it's blocked by Tyrone Jones. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Diggs. #TD# Tyrone Jones has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Diggs clear over his head and slammed him to the mat! Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! A lull in the action here.
Tyrone Jones is working the ground and pound. Can Diggs escape? Tyrone Jones is hanging on to Diggs's back as he tries to escape.
#T4# Tyrone Jones throwing lazy shots from the back mount that aren't doing any damage. Tyrone Jones punches the canvas rather than the man. Diggs is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Tyrone Jones off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted. Diggs tries to break free.
Tyrone Jones scores with a nice shot to the head of his opponent. Diggs is looking for a way out. Tyrone Jones gets his hands free as Diggs looks to control. Tyrone Jones tries to keep control of the position but Diggs is staying busy. Diggs trying to control the position but Tyrone Jones manages to sink in the hooks. Tyrone Jones trying to control momentarily.
Tyrone Jones throwing wild punches that miss their target. 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 Russell Tyrone Jones will probably get the nod. That's time! Tyrone Jones's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. #R3# Diggs takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt. That kick from Tyrone Jones tenderised Diggs's leg. Diggs is trying to keep his angry face on. Tyrone Jones misses with a hook. Tyrone Jones throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Diggs steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Tyrone Jones. Diggs wants to slow Tyrone Jones down by chopping away at his legs. Diggs slaps away a takedown attempt from Tyrone Jones, before circling back to the center of the mat. Diggs let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land. Tyrone Jones throws a looping overhand right but Diggs ducks down to avoid it. Diggs looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it. Tyrone Jones throws a lazy right hand but Diggs sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Tyrone Jones scores with a slapping inside leg kick. A big left from Tyrone Jones misses. Diggs throws out a counter right but Tyrone Jones avoids it with no problem. Diggs throws a head kick that misses. Diggs avoids the body shot from Tyrone Jones.
Diggs checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Diggs feints and then cracks Tyrone Jones's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Tyrone Jones down. Diggs throws a leg kick but Tyrone Jones sees it coming and checks it nicely. Tyrone Jones moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination. Diggs ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tyrone Jones moves away. Diggs takes a swing at Tyrone Jones's ribcage but misses. Russell Tyrone Jones is winning the standup battle so far. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Diggs walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Tyrone Jones checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side. Diggs tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #T1# Tyrone Jones checks a low kick from Diggs. Tyrone Jones avoids the head kick by Diggs.
Tyrone Jones thuds his right hand into Diggs's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters. Tyrone Jones works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance. Tyrone Jones bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Tyrone Jones lands a body shot.
Diggs throws out a loose jab but Tyrone Jones uses good head movement to avoid it. Tyrone Jones swats away the attempt to clinch by Diggs. Diggs buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Donk. Tyrone Jones catches Diggs right on the button with a cross. Tyrone Jones throws a body punch but Diggs moves out of range. Diggs scoring well with a low kick there.
Diggs throws the kick towards the body but Tyrone Jones avoids it. Diggs slips under a jab from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Diggs.
Diggs misses with a kick to the body.
#T2# Diggs uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tyrone Jones. The fighters circling - Tyrone Jones throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Diggs lands a nice leg kick that just misses Tyrone Jones's sensitive parts. Diggs uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Diggs catches Tyrone Jones with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong! Diggs walks into a left hand. Diggs thows a left - swing and a miss! A telegraphed right hand from Diggs misses the target. Tyrone Jones misses with a wild body shot. Diggs fakes a jab and scores with a low kick. Diggs connects with a solid leg kick. Diggs throws a solid leg kick but Tyrone Jones takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Diggs. Diggs misses with a looping left. An inside leg kick lands from Diggs. Tyrone Jones fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Diggs manages to avoid it. Jab by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones looks to land a combination but Diggs avoids it well. Diggs throws an overhand right that lands on Tyrone Jones's shoulder, as Tyrone Jones tries to avoid the shot. Tyrone Jones changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit. Tyrone Jones cracks Diggs with a right hand to the side of the head.#T3# Nice defenses there by Diggs. Diggs takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him. Diggs bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut. Tyrone Jones steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Diggs. That one must have hurt. Tyrone Jones takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Diggs throws a leg kick but Tyrone Jones sees it coming and checks it nicely. Tyrone Jones attempts a counter takedown but Diggs avoids it well and moves away. Tyrone Jones checks a low kick from Diggs. Tyrone Jones misses the jab. Diggs throws a jab but it's blocked by Tyrone Jones. Diggs has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye. Tyrone Jones missing with a left hand there. Diggs was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Diggs throws a shot from downtown. Tyrone Jones moves away and avoids it. Tyrone Jones misses with an uppercut. A big left from Diggs misses. Diggs scores with a sloppy right hand. Tyrone Jones should have avoided that one. Diggs avoids a low kick by using good footwork. Diggs throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Tyrone Jones stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly. Diggs keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tyrone Jones. Diggs cracks the inside of Tyrone Jones's front leg. Tyrone Jones throws a body punch but Diggs moves out of range. #T4# This has been an exciting period of action! Tyrone Jones slips a straight right by Diggs. An inside leg kick lands from Diggs. Tyrone Jones smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button. Tyrone Jones scores with a nice head shot. Tyrone Jones throws a lazy uppercut
and Diggs counters with a good low kick that Tyrone Jones was not able to check. A nice leg kick lands there from Diggs. Diggs wants to clinch up but Tyrone Jones keeps it at a distance. Diggs wants to land a leg kick but Tyrone Jones is out of range. Diggs misses with a wild body shot. Tyrone Jones tries to counter with a takedown but Diggs is quick to defend against it. Tyrone Jones gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there. Tyrone Jones connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. Diggs throws a body kick that misses. Diggs lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Tyrone Jones throws a one two combo.
Diggs scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent. Diggs finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Tyrone Jones avoids the head kick by Diggs.
Tyrone Jones misses with a looping right. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but Russell Tyrone Jones did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it. That's time! Back to the action! #R4# Tyrone Jones lands a nice hook to Diggs's body. Diggs takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. Diggs throws a jab but it's blocked by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones attempts a counter takedown but Diggs avoids it well and moves away. A big right from Tyrone Jones misses. Diggs throws out a loose jab but Tyrone Jones uses good head movement to avoid it. Diggs throws a looping overhand right but Tyrone Jones ducks down to avoid it. Diggs throws a front kick aimed at Tyrone Jones's knee but Tyrone Jones avoids it well. Diggs ducks under a wild hook from Tyrone Jones. Diggs tries to clinch up. Tyrone Jones fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Diggs looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath. Diggs tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Tyrone Jones throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Diggs sees it coming and avoids it easily. Diggs scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent. Diggs missing with a left hand there. Tyrone Jones was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Diggs wants to clinch up but Tyrone Jones keeps it at a distance. Tyrone Jones looks to score with a jab to the body but Diggs is just out of range. Tyrone Jones blocks a leg kick. Diggs waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones looks to land a combination but Diggs avoids it well. Tyrone Jones takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Tyrone Jones misses with a few strikes there.
Diggs wants to counter with a clinch but Tyrone Jones pushes him away.#T1# Tyrone Jones swings for the body but Diggs moves out of range.
Tyrone Jones on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Diggs. Diggs obviously looking to wear him down.
Tyrone Jones swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Diggs tries to counter with a clinch but Tyrone Jones shakes him off and moves away. Diggs scores with a body shot.
Diggs throws a lazy right hand but Tyrone Jones sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. A big right from Tyrone Jones misses. Diggs takes a swing at Tyrone Jones's ribcage but misses. Tyrone Jones looks to land a left hand but Diggs moved out of range nicely.#CL2# Diggs closes the distance and clinches. A right handed body shot lands from Diggs.
Tyrone Jones misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Tyrone Jones works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Tyrone Jones blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tyrone Jones blocks the elbow strike.
Diggs lands a hook to the side of the head. A short uppercut from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A short right from Tyrone Jones. #T2# Tyrone Jones looking to slow down the pace here. Diggs lands with a short shot 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! Good body shot from Diggs.
It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over. Diggs lands with a short shot to the head. Diggs lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes. Diggs lands a hook to the side of the head. Nice body punch from Tyrone Jones - that landed with a thud.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Diggs. Diggs misses with the head strike.
Tyrone Jones throws a punch but it's blocked by Diggs. A hook to the body from Tyrone Jones.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Diggs. Diggs misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Tyrone Jones tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Tyrone Jones blocks an elbow strike from Diggs.
Tyrone Jones stalling.
Tyrone Jones is trying to push Diggs away but Diggs has him pressed against the ropes, so he's going nowhere. Tyrone Jones throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Diggss head. #T3# A short right hand to the side of the head by Diggs. Tyrone Jones can't find room to land a body shot as Diggs controls the action.
Diggs lands a nice uppercut. Tyrone Jones misses with a hook from the clinch. Tyrone Jones swings wildly with an uppercut but Diggs uses good head movement to avoid it. Orlando Diggs seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far. Diggs lands with a light punch inside. Diggs lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. Tyrone Jones swings wildly with an uppercut but Diggs uses good head movement to avoid it. Diggs lands a left hand.
Diggs working aggressively here.
Tyrone Jones softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes. Diggs presses Tyrone Jones against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot. Diggs tries to throw a body punch but Tyrone Jones avoids it by throwing Diggs back against the ropes. Tyrone Jones fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tyrone Jones is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Diggs pulls him back up using the underhooks. Diggs blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
#T4# Diggs's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! This has been an exciting period of action! Tyrone Jones throws a punch but it's blocked by Diggs. Diggs lands a right hand. A right hand to the body from Tyrone Jones.
Diggs tries a body shot but Tyrone Jones blocks it.
Diggs lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Tyrone Jones backwards. Diggs lands with a right to the head. Tyrone Jones has a couple of punches blocked by Diggs.
Diggs swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Diggs blocks a body shot from Tyrone Jones. Diggs tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Diggs digs a right hand into Tyrone Jones's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Tyrone Jones's gas tank. Diggs lands with a left to the head. Diggs misses with the head strike.
Nice body punch from Tyrone Jones. Diggs lands a hook to the side of the head. Tyrone Jones tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Tyrone Jones working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. Diggs can't find room to land a body shot as Tyrone Jones controls the action.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Orlando Diggs dominated that fourth round. The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round! #R5# Tyrone Jones ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent. Diggs throws an overhand right that lands on Tyrone Jones's shoulder, as Tyrone Jones tries to avoid the shot. Tyrone Jones throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Diggs on the side of the head. Tyrone Jones tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Diggs was well out of range. Poor timing from Tyrone Jones. Diggs avoids the body shot from Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones moves out of range of the leg kick from Diggs. Diggs 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. Diggs slips a jab from Tyrone Jones. A big left from Diggs misses. Diggs looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Tyrone Jones 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 Diggs has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Diggs and we're back underway with a touch of gloves. Diggs throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tyrone Jones sees it coming and avoids it easily. Diggs slips a jab from Tyrone Jones. Diggs wants to counter the offense by Tyrone Jones and move into the clinch position. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Tyrone Jones misses with a looping right. Tyrone Jones throws an overhand right that lands on Diggs's shoulder, as Diggs tries to avoid the shot. Tyrone Jones sizes up Diggs with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. Diggs misses with a low kick as Tyrone Jones jumps back. A solid leg kick lands there for Diggs.
Diggs misses the shot to the body. #T1# Diggs swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tyrone Jones feinted with a counter takedown. Tyrone Jones fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Diggs. Tyrone Jones throws a predictable looking body shot
and Diggs counters with a nice body shot. Tyrone Jones misses the shot to the body. A looping hook to the body misses from Tyrone Jones. Diggs does a little dance to reset his feet. Diggs throws a low kick but it's checked well by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range. Tyrone Jones looks to score with a jab to the body but Diggs is just out of range. Tyrone Jones throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Diggs 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. Tyrone Jones changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit. Nice body punch from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones missing with a left hand there. Diggs was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. It seemed like Diggs was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. Tyrone Jones throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Tyrone Jones checks a low kick from Diggs. Diggs throws a jab but it's blocked by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot. Diggs jabs at Tyrone Jones's body. Tyrone Jones throws a leg kick but Diggs sees it coming and checks it nicely. #CL2# Diggs clinches with his opponent.
Orlando Diggs has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2# This has been an exciting period of action! Tyrone Jones tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Diggs's elbow. Nice body punch from Tyrone Jones - that landed with a thud.
Diggs misses with a short punch on the inside. Tyrone Jones lands a left hand.
A head punch on the inside from Tyrone Jones fails to land. Tyrone Jones lands with a light punch inside. Tyrone Jones misses with a punch on the inside.
Tyrone Jones is trying to force a seperation but Diggs has the dominant position. Tyrone Jones misses with a punch to the body.
Tyrone Jones goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Diggs working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. Tyrone Jones scores with a nice hook to the head. Tyrone Jones tries to throw a body punch but Diggs avoids it by throwing Tyrone Jones back against the ropes. Diggs gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tyrone Jones misses with a short punch on the inside. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Diggs. #T3# Tyrone Jones struggles to land a body shot inside as Diggs controls his hands.
A short uppercut from Diggs. Tyrone Jones working some nice short punches in the clinch. A short left from Diggs. Tyrone Jones blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tyrone Jones misses with a short punch on the inside. Tyrone Jones misses with a punch to the body.
Tyrone Jones lands a left hand.
Tyrone Jones digs a right hand into Diggs's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Diggs's gas tank. Tyrone Jones has a couple of punches blocked by Diggs.
Tyrone Jones tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Diggs digs a right hand underneath Tyrone Jones's ribcage. Tyrone Jones let out a lung full of air as it connected. Diggs can't find room to land a body shot as Tyrone Jones controls the action.
Diggs swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tyrone Jones swings wildly with an uppercut but Diggs uses good head movement to avoid it. Diggs struggles to land a body shot inside as Tyrone Jones controls his hands.
Diggs lands with a short head shot on the inside. Tyrone Jones is looking to take this one to the mat.#T4# Tyrone Jones lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. Diggs misses with a short punch on the inside. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! A shot in the inside from Diggs. Diggs softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes. Diggs lands a right hand that snaps the head of Tyrone Jones backwards. #BC# Tyrone Jones breaks from the clinch.
Diggs throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Tyrone Jones misses with a hook. Diggs ducked under it nicely. Diggs misses with a body kick. Tyrone Jones lands a jab to Diggs's midsection. Tyrone Jones keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Diggs. Tyrone Jones on the wrong end of a nice hook. Diggs takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
A leg kick checked by Diggs. Tyrone Jones fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Diggs. Tyrone Jones avoids the body shot from Diggs.
A head kick misses from Diggs. Tyrone Jones showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Diggs.
And that's the end of the fight! That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Russell Tyrone Jones. I think Tyrone Jones 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge William Gold scores the fight 47:48 Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 49:48 Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 49:46
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Russell Tyrone Jones! Russell Tyrone Jones retains his middleweight title! Russell Tyrone Jones bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.
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Date: Sep 15, 2018 |
#R1# Tyrone Jones lands a lovely overhand right. Mahmoud takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh. Tyrone Jones loads up on a big right hand but Mahmoud slips the punch. Russell Tyrone Jones seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Tyrone Jones is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Mahmoud tries to clinch up. Mahmoud ducks under a wild hook from Tyrone Jones. Mahmoud slips a straight right by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones connects with a looping right hand.
A lazy left from Tyrone Jones finds it's target. Mahmoud slips a jab from Tyrone Jones. Nice defenses there by Mahmoud. Mahmoud unleashes a big counter combination but Tyrone Jones bobs and weaves and avoids any damage. Mahmoud throws a body kick that misses. Tyrone Jones appears to be looking for a counter takedown. Tyrone Jones swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A cross from Tyrone Jones lands. Nice body punch from Tyrone Jones. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Tyrone Jones throws the left hand but Mahmoud avoids the punch easily. Mahmoud throws out a powerful jab. Tyrone Jones swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Tyrone Jones works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance. Tyrone Jones tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Mahmoud was well out of range. Poor timing from Tyrone Jones. Mahmoud takes a shot right to the bread basket.#T1# Mahmoud swings away with a leg kick that misses. Tyrone Jones moves out of range of the body kick. Tyrone Jones lands a nice looking body shot.
Tyrone Jones lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw. Tyrone Jones takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Tyrone Jones tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Mahmoud was well out of range. Poor timing from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight. Tyrone Jones throws a hook to the side of Mahmoud's head but Mahmoud sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Mahmoud appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body. Mahmoud takes one to the chin there. Tyrone Jones misses with a few strikes there.
Mahmoud tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Tyrone Jones manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat. Mahmoud lands a head shot. A good leg kick by Mahmoud. Tyrone Jones scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one. Mahmoud tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tyrone Jones was well out of range. Poor timing from Mahmoud. Tyrone Jones half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Tyrone Jones throws a low kick but Mahmoud moves out of range easily. Mahmoud slips under a jab. And an attempted straight right on the counter from Mahmoud! But no joy. Tyrone Jones throws the left hand but Mahmoud avoids the punch easily. Tyrone Jones scores with a jab. Mahmoud sizes up Tyrone Jones with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. #T2# Mahmoud tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. Tyrone Jones jabbing away but nothing is landing. Mahmoud ducks under a wild hook from Tyrone Jones. Mahmoud takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt. Tyrone Jones is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Mahmoud. Tyrone Jones keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Tyrone Jones throws a hook but Mahmoud avoids it easily. Tyrone Jones takes a body punch but keeps moving. Mahmoud misses with a looping left. Tyrone Jones lands a jab to the nose. Tyrone Jones throws a lazy right hand but Mahmoud sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Tyrone Jones throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Tyrone Jones dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Mahmoud lands a head shot. Mahmoud scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent. Tyrone Jones takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Mahmoud connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. Tyrone Jones misses with a wild body shot. Mahmoud has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Tyrone Jones finds it's way round the side to connect with Mahmoud's head. #T3# Mahmoud loads up on a big right hand but Tyrone Jones slips the punch. Tyrone Jones lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise. Mahmoud throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tyrone Jones throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land. Mahmoud misses with a straight right. Tyrone Jones misses with a body shot.
Tyrone Jones wants to slow Mahmoud down by chopping away at his legs. Tyrone Jones throws a body shot but no joy. Tyrone Jones slips a jab from Mahmoud. Tyrone Jones misses with a looping right. Tyrone Jones misses with an uppercut. Mahmoud swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made. Mahmoud is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tyrone Jones. Mahmoud feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Tyrone Jones's calf. Mahmoud scores with a jab. Mahmoud has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off. Tyrone Jones uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Mahmoud has time to react. A nice leg kick lands there from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones misses with a low kick. Mahmoud counters with a body kick. Mahmoud tries to clinch up.#T4# Tyrone Jones avoids a low kick by using good footwork. Good shot there by Tyrone Jones. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Tyrone Jones lands a nice looking body shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Mahmoud. Tyrone Jones does a little dance to reset his feet. Tyrone Jones pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Tyrone Jones lands with a nice body punch. Tyrone Jones jabbing away but nothing is landing. Tyrone Jones swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Mahmoud wants to counter with a clinch but Tyrone Jones pushes him away. Tyrone Jones misses with a few strikes there.
Tyrone Jones is really peppering his opponent's head with punches. Mahmoud takes one on the button. Mahmoud just misses with a punch to the body.
Tyrone Jones just misses with a punch to the body.
Tyrone Jones throws a chopping leg kick but Mahmoud manages to avoid taking any serious damage. Tyrone Jones with a jab. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Mahmoud connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt. Tyrone Jones looks to land a combination but Mahmoud avoids it well. Mahmoud throws out a counter right but Tyrone Jones avoids it with no problem. Tyrone Jones throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Mahmoud stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly. Tyrone Jones throws a jab when Mahmoud was well out of range. Tyrone Jones shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Mahmoud eats them both and turns towards Tyrone Jones to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Russell Tyrone Jones dominated that round. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! #R2# Tyrone Jones lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent. Mahmoud doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body. Mahmoud throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Russell Tyrone Jones is winning the standup battle so far. Mahmoud displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tyrone Jones throws out the jab. A swing and a miss from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones misses with an uppercut. #TD# Tyrone Jones drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard. Tyrone Jones stands and throws Mahmoud's legs to the side, diving into side control. Mahmoud manages to get back to half guard. Mahmoud avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. Mahmoud blocking the ground and pound attempt from Tyrone Jones. Mahmoud trying to control from the bottom.
#T1# Mahmoud is trying to get back to full guard. Tyrone Jones throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. Tyrone Jones is looking to advance position but Mahmoud won't allow it. Tyrone Jones thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. Tyrone Jones wants to pass to mount but Mahmoud is defending the position. Tyrone Jones has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission. Tyrone Jones wants to control but Mahmoud is keeping him busy. Tyrone Jones looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #T2# The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so. Tyrone Jones wants to lay and pray for a moment but Mahmoud keeps working. Tyrone Jones throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. Tyrone Jones working Mahmoud over with strikes. Mahmoud desperately trying to maintain half guard. Tyrone Jones trying to control from Mahmoud's half guard. Mahmoud has other ideas though and has regained full guard. A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Tyrone Jones accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #T3# Mahmoud keeping moving, preventing Tyrone Jones from controlling successfully. Tyrone Jones with a flurry of punches that miss. Mahmoud has Tyrone Jones pulled in close to control his posture. #REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity. Tyrone Jones throws a leg kick but Mahmoud moved away. Tyrone Jones throws a hook to the side of Mahmoud's head but Mahmoud sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Tyrone Jones is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Mahmoud can do to turn this around? Mahmoud will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Tyrone Jones slips a jab and a cross from Mahmoud.
Mahmoud takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Mahmoud avoids the body shot from Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones dips to his left and cracks Mahmoud with an uppercut! The fighters circling - Mahmoud throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Tyrone Jones tries to counter with a takedown but Mahmoud is quick to defend against it. Tyrone Jones motions for Mahmoud to come forward. Tyrone Jones throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. Mahmoud takes a shot right to the bread basket. Mahmoud misses with an uppercut. #T4# Tyrone Jones misses the jab. Tyrone Jones uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Mahmoud has time to react. Mahmoud misses with an uppercut. Tyrone Jones fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Mahmoud has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage. Tyrone Jones changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Mahmoud tries to avoid it but Tyrone Jones manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Mahmoud to the ground. Mahmoud escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Tyrone Jones swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tyrone Jones throws a low kick but it's checked well by Mahmoud. Mahmoud has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye. Mahmoud avoids the body shot from Tyrone Jones.
Mahmoud defending well as Tyrone Jones loads up on a big left hand. A nice side step and Mahmoud releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home. Tyrone Jones rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Mahmoud counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. Mahmoud walks into a stiff left hand from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones looks to land a right hand but Mahmoud moved out of range. Tyrone Jones throws a poor cross that misses
and Mahmoud counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Tyrone Jones takes one on the button. Tyrone Jones digs a good hook to Mahmoud's body.
Mahmoud tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. Tyrone Jones swings for the body but Mahmoud moves out of range.
It seemed like Mahmoud was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. Tyrone Jones throws a jab when Mahmoud was well out of range. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Russell Tyrone Jones dominated that second round. That's time! Back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round! #R3# A big left from Tyrone Jones misses. Tyrone Jones moves forwards but Mahmoud connects with a nice, crisp jab. Mahmoud moves out of range of the strikes. Mahmoud walks into a left hand. Tyrone Jones with a hook. Mahmoud connects with a body shot. Tyrone Jones misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Mahmoud.
Mahmoud misses with a low kick as Tyrone Jones jumps back. Tyrone Jones steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Mahmoud. Tyrone Jones fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done. Tyrone Jones just misses with a punch to the body.
Mahmoud doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter. Mahmoud looks to land a body kick but Tyrone Jones moved away. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Tyrone Jones misses with an uppercut. Tyrone Jones lands with a nice body punch. Tyrone Jones connects with a single shot there. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#CL2# Mahmoud forces Tyrone Jones back against the cage and clinches. Tyrone Jones is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage. Mahmoud blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Mahmoud tries to land knees in the clinch but Tyrone Jones avoids the damage to the body. #T1# Mahmoud unloads a knee to the mid-section. Tyrone Jones lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh. A short right hand to the side of the head by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Tyrone Jones drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Mahmoud misses with a body punch.
Tyrone Jones lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Mahmoud. Tyrone Jones avoiding damage as Mahmoud throws knees to the body.
Mahmoud lands with a right to the head. With the fighters clinched against the cage, Mahmoud creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. Mahmoud lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Tyrone Jones or not. A body shot lands from Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones is leaning against Mahmoud and scores with a nice uppercut to the body. Tyrone Jones lands with a right to the head. Tyrone Jones misses with a short punch on the inside. Mahmoud lands with a short shot to the head. #BC# Tyrone Jones escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Mahmoud jabbing away but nothing is landing. Tyrone Jones feinted with a counter takedown. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. The fight stays on the outside here - Mahmoud looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#T2# Tyrone Jones avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Mahmoud lands with a hook. Tyrone Jones tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. Tyrone Jones misses with a body shot.
Mahmoud bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut. Tyrone Jones staying out of range there. Tyrone Jones lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Tyrone Jones throws a shot to the body.
Tyrone Jones throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Mahmoud counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. Mahmoud throws a leg kick but Tyrone Jones sees it coming and checks it nicely. Tyrone Jones throws a big shot that misses. Mahmoud uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Tyrone Jones connects with a nice looking jab.
Tyrone Jones waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Mahmoud. Mahmoud scores with a shot to the body.
#T3# Tyrone Jones throws a leg kick which misses Mahmoud's front leg but catches the back leg as Mahmoud tries to avoid it. Mahmoud throws a chopping leg kick but Tyrone Jones manages to avoid taking any serious damage. Mahmoud has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Tyrone Jones finds it's way round the side to connect with Mahmoud's head. Mahmoud tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tyrone Jones was well out of range. Poor timing from Mahmoud. Mahmoud defending well as Tyrone Jones loads up on a big left hand. Mahmoud swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made. Tyrone Jones on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. Tyrone Jones displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Mahmoud throws out the jab. Tyrone Jones tries to counter with a takedown but Mahmoud is quick to defend against it. An inside leg kick from Mahmoud misses. Tyrone Jones circles away from the clinch attempt.
Mahmoud takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily. Mahmoud misses with an uppercut. Tyrone Jones throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Tyrone Jones throws a nice looking combination but Mahmoud bobs and weaves to avoid any damage. Mahmoud is trying to counter with his kicks. Mahmoud throws a jab but it's blocked by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones attempts a counter takedown but Mahmoud avoids it well and moves away. Tyrone Jones connects with a body shot that sends Mahmoud's belly button to the back. Mahmoud uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tyrone Jones. Mahmoud misses with a looping left. Sameh Mahmoud has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4# Tyrone Jones looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Mahmoud's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Tyrone Jones connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Mahmoud scrambles back to his feet. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Mahmoud looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. Tyrone Jones throws a leg kick that is checked and Mahmoud finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body. Both fighters are breathing heavily. Mahmoud takes a swing at Tyrone Jones's ribcage but misses. Tyrone Jones avoids a low kick by using good footwork. Tyrone Jones attempts a counter takedown but Mahmoud avoids it well and moves away. Mahmoud cracks Tyrone Jones with a right hand to the side of the head. Tyrone Jones swings away with a leg kick that misses. Tyrone Jones feints and then cracks Mahmoud's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Mahmoud down. Tyrone Jones getting the better of the striking in that exchange. Mahmoud lands a really nice looking cross but Tyrone Jones seems unphased.
Tyrone Jones looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Mahmoud misses with a wild body shot. Tyrone Jones circles away from the clinch attempt.
Tyrone Jones gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Tyrone Jones throws a low kick but Mahmoud avoids it. Mahmoud swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
And that's the end of the fight! That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Russell Tyrone Jones. Well I reckon that's a shut out for Tyrone Jones, 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 Chris Edwards scores the fight 30:27 Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 30:27 Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Russell Tyrone Jones! Russell Tyrone Jones retains his middleweight title! Russell Tyrone Jones bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.
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#R1# Tyrone Jones throws a body shot but no joy. Tyrone Jones swings away with a body shot that misses
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick. Tyrone Jones throws out a leg kick but Grigoryan moves out of range and Tyrone Jones only half commits. Grigoryan flicks out a counter leg kick but Tyrone Jones steps away. Grigoryan steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tyrone Jones. Grigoryan turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick. A looping hook to the body misses from Grigoryan. Tyrone Jones does a little dance to reset his feet. We've been hearing reports that Tyrone Jones has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight. Tyrone Jones finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Grigoryan takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt. Tyrone Jones fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Grigoryan is out of range. Tyrone Jones connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. Tyrone Jones with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Tyrone Jones blocks a low kick nicely. Grigoryan misses with a body kick. Tyrone Jones circles away from the clinch attempt.
Tyrone Jones half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range. Grigoryan scores with the left hand. Tyrone Jones knows he should have avoided that one. Grigoryan takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Tyrone Jones loads up on a big right hand but Grigoryan slips the punch. Good shot there by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones jabbing away but nothing is landing. Tyrone Jones moves out of range as Grigoryan strikes. A decent looking cross lands there for Tyrone Jones.#T1# Grigoryan throws a chopping leg kick but Tyrone Jones manages to avoid taking any serious damage. Russell Tyrone Jones seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Grigoryan swinging wildly here.
Tyrone Jones pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Tyrone Jones lands a nice shot to the body.
Tyrone Jones with a body punch. A glancing blow. Tyrone Jones slips under a jab from Grigoryan. Tyrone Jones uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Grigoryan. Tyrone Jones slips under a jab from Grigoryan. Tyrone Jones waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Grigoryan. Tyrone Jones swings for the body but Grigoryan moves out of range.
Grigoryan has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him. Tyrone Jones checks a low kick from Grigoryan. Tyrone Jones missing with a left hand there. Grigoryan was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Grigoryan misses with a series of wild punches.
Tyrone Jones bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Grigoryan's head. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! A shot to the liver by Tyrone Jones. Beautiful body shot. Grigoryan looks to land a left hand but Tyrone Jones moved out of range nicely.#T2# Tyrone Jones misses with a body shot.
Tyrone Jones displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Grigoryan throws out the jab. #TD# Tyrone Jones looking to score a takedown here. Grigoryan is defending well but Tyrone Jones drives through and ends up in Grigoryan's guard. Tyrone Jones controlling from the top position. Tyrone Jones looking to sit in guard and control but Grigoryan gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB# Tyrone Jones pulls Grigoryan in close to his closed guard and prevents Grigoryan from doing any damage or advancing position. Grigoryan passes into half guard. Tyrone Jones is looking to improve his position.
Grigoryan with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #T3# Tyrone Jones is trying to control but Grigoryan passes into side control!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Tyrone Jones is being controlled here. #SU2# Grigoryan stands up and beckons Tyrone Jones to his feet. Grigoryan throws a low kick but it's checked well by Tyrone Jones. A swing and a miss from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones changes levels and scores with a jab to the body. Tyrone Jones connects with a leg kick. Grigoryan looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it. Tyrone Jones throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Grigoryan takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Grigoryan is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tyrone Jones. Grigoryan moves out of range of the strikes. A swing and a miss from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones misses with a body shot.
Grigoryan cracks Tyrone Jones with an open hand slap.#T4# A telegraphed right hand from Tyrone Jones misses the target. Grigoryan swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made. Tyrone Jones throws a leg kick #CL2# and Grigoryan moves into the clinch. A right hook to the body lands for Grigoryan.
Tyrone Jones working hard to break the clinch. Grigoryan misses with a body punch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Grigoryan doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Tyrone Jones. Grigoryan blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tyrone Jones misses with the head strike.
Good body shot from Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones throws a punch but it's blocked by Grigoryan. Grigoryan is leaning against Tyrone Jones and scores with a nice uppercut to the body. Grigoryan tries to work over Tyrone Jones's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. A right hook to the body lands for Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones blocks an uppercut.
Grigoryan makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut. Grigoryan lands a nice shot to the body. Grigoryan lands an uppercut. Tyrone Jones works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Grigoryan throws a punch but it's blocked by Tyrone Jones. Grigoryan digs a right hand into Tyrone Jones's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Tyrone Jones's gas tank. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Tyrone Jones misses with a punch on the inside.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Russell Tyrone Jones dominated that round. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. #R2# Tyrone Jones ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Grigoryan moves away. Grigoryan lands with a nice body punch. Grigoryan lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent. Tyrone Jones scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent. Grigoryan looks to score with a jab to the body but Tyrone Jones is just out of range. Grigoryan misses the shot to the body. Grigoryan throws a leg kick but Tyrone Jones checks it. Tyrone Jones has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Grigoryan finds it's way round the side to connect with Tyrone Jones's head. Grigoryan ducks under a wild hook from Tyrone Jones. A slow jab from Grigoryan misses its intended target. Grigoryan moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot. Grigoryan misses with a series of wild punches.
Tyrone Jones throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. A lazy left from Tyrone Jones finds it's target. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Grigoryan takes a swing at Tyrone Jones's ribcage but misses. Both fighters circling a little - Grigoryan finishes the exchange with a kick to the body. Tyrone Jones bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Tyrone Jones appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#T1# Grigoryan on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones obviously looking to wear him down.
Tyrone Jones throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Grigoryan takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Grigoryan ducks under a wild hook from Tyrone Jones. Nice shot by Grigoryan. A cross from Grigoryan lands. Tyrone Jones lands an overhand right. Tyrone Jones misses with a shot to the body and Grigoryan counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena. Grigoryan misses with a wild body shot. A looping hook to the body misses from Grigoryan. Tyrone Jones does a little dance to reset his feet. Tyrone Jones throws a jab when Grigoryan was well out of range. Grigoryan scores with the left hand. Tyrone Jones knows he should have avoided that one. A big left from Tyrone Jones misses. Grigoryan throws a body kick but he wasn't in range. Grigoryan takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
This has been an exciting period of action! Tyrone Jones misses with a looping left. Tyrone Jones lands a jab to Grigoryan's midsection. Tyrone Jones slips a jab from Grigoryan. Tyrone Jones attempts a counter takedown but Grigoryan avoids it well and moves away.#T2# Grigoryan throws a jab but it's blocked by Tyrone Jones. Grigoryan tried to score with a low kick but Tyrone Jones checks it. That kick from Tyrone Jones tenderised Grigoryan's leg. Grigoryan is trying to keep his angry face on. Tyrone Jones looks to land a right hand but Grigoryan moved out of range. Tyrone Jones backing away here, and Grigoryan unleashes a leg kick that just misses. A big left from Tyrone Jones misses. Tyrone Jones tries to score with a low kick but Grigoryan moves his leg out of the way. Grigoryan throws out a counter right but Tyrone Jones avoids it with no problem. Tyrone Jones keeps the fight on the outside. Tyrone Jones scores with a jab. Tyrone Jones misses with an uppercut
and Grigoryan counters with a nice uppercut. Tyrone Jones throws a hook to the side of Grigoryan's head but Grigoryan sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Tyrone Jones listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut. Grigoryan misses with a low kick. Tyrone Jones looks to score with a jab to the body but Grigoryan is just out of range. Grigoryan throws a jab but it's blocked by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones misses with a body shot.
Grigoryan lands a nice looking body shot.
Grigoryan misses with a wild body shot. Grigoryan cracks the inside of Tyrone Jones's front leg. The fighters circling - Tyrone Jones throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #T3# Tyrone Jones swings and misses with a shot to the body and Grigoryan counters with a leg kick. Tyrone Jones catches Grigoryan with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong! Tyrone Jones stuns Grigoryan with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range. Grigoryan fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Tyrone Jones. Russell Tyrone Jones is winning the standup battle so far. Nice body punch from Grigoryan. Grigoryan showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Grigoryan counters with a lovely straight right hand! Grigoryan misses with a kick to the body.
Tyrone Jones scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent. Tyrone Jones changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Grigoryan tries to avoid it but Tyrone Jones manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Grigoryan to the ground. Grigoryan escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. Tyrone Jones lands a head shot. Tyrone Jones looks to score with a jab to the body but Grigoryan is just out of range. Tyrone Jones goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! A swing and a miss from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Grigoryan. Tyrone Jones avoids the body shot from Grigoryan.
Tyrone Jones tries to score with a low kick but Grigoryan moves his leg out of the way. Grigoryan is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Tyrone Jones with a body shot.#T4# Tyrone Jones throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Grigoryan throws out a token jab with nothing on it. The crowd cheers as Grigoryan lands an impressive looking overhand right. Tyrone Jones doesn't seem phased though. Grigoryan stalks Tyrone Jones and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Tyrone Jones's face. Tyrone Jones staggers backwards, shaken.#CUT2# It looks like Russell Tyrone Jones has been cut. Tyrone Jones comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range. Tyrone Jones misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Grigoryan counters with a nice uppercut. Tyrone Jones takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Grigoryan jabbing away but nothing is landing. Tyrone Jones waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Grigoryan. Grigoryan moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. Grigoryan avoids a punch combination nicely.
Tyrone Jones throws a leg kick but Grigoryan moved away. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. A jab from Grigoryan misses. Tyrone Jones throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tyrone Jones lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise. Grigoryan lands a nice shot to the body.
Tyrone Jones lands a really nice looking cross but Grigoryan seems unphased.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Daniel Grigoryan will probably get the nod - 10:9. The cut man is working on Russell Tyrone Jones's cut. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! #R3# Grigoryan takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Grigoryan ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tyrone Jones moves away. Grigoryan takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Grigoryan uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tyrone Jones. Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Grigoryan, as that shot connected.
Tyrone Jones fakes a head shot and lands one to the body. Grigoryan throws a push kick but Tyrone Jones slaps the foot to one side. Tyrone Jones cracks Grigoryan with a good jab. Tyrone Jones slips a jab from Grigoryan. Grigoryan misses the shot to the body. Tyrone Jones ducks under a wild hook from Grigoryan. Grigoryan moves into range and connects with a jab. Grigoryan scores with a nice strike. Tyrone Jones throws a body punch but Grigoryan moves out of range. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! A jab from Tyrone Jones does it's job there. Grigoryan misses with a leg kick. Grigoryan 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. Grigoryan pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #T1# Tyrone Jones throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Tyrone Jones connects with a jab. Tyrone Jones just misses with a punch to the body.
Tyrone Jones missing with a left hand there. Grigoryan was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. A jab from Tyrone Jones misses. A big right from Tyrone Jones misses. Grigoryan is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch. It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Tyrone Jones here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man. Tyrone Jones pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Tyrone Jones throws a hook but Grigoryan blocks it. Tyrone Jones throws a body shot but no joy. Grigoryan avoids a punch combination nicely.
Tyrone Jones swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Grigoryan. Tyrone Jones scores with a nice strike. Grigoryan slips under a jab from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones tests Grigoryan's chin there with a solid looking shot. Tyrone Jones misses with a body shot
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick. A jab from Tyrone Jones misses. #T2# This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Tyrone Jones. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Tyrone Jones swings widly with a right hand
and Grigoryan cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. Tyrone Jones staying out of range there. Tyrone Jones connects with a jab. Grigoryan's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Tyrone Jones connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Grigoryan scrambles back to his feet. Grigoryan uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tyrone Jones.
Grigoryan moves out of range as Tyrone Jones throws a body kick.
Grigoryan was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind. Tyrone Jones misses with a looping right. Tyrone Jones works the jab nicely. Tyrone Jones lands a head shot. Tyrone Jones connects with a leg kick. Grigoryan looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it. Tyrone Jones lands with a hook. Grigoryan tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. Grigoryan throws a body punch but Tyrone Jones moves out of range. Grigoryan turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick. Grigoryan turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick. Tyrone Jones catches Grigoryan with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong! Grigoryan throws a hook but Tyrone Jones blocks it. Tyrone Jones lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.#T3# Grigoryan swings for the body but Tyrone Jones moves out of range.
Tyrone Jones drops down looking for a counter takedown but Grigoryan sprawls and moves away. A swing and a miss from Grigoryan. Tyrone Jones fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Grigoryan is out of range. Grigoryan looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it. Grigoryan smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button. Grigoryan uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tyrone Jones. Grigoryan feints a counter leg kick. A good leg kick by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Grigoryan. Tyrone Jones throws a looping overhand right but Grigoryan ducks down to avoid it. Grigoryan slips under a jab. Grigoryan with a hook. Grigoryan scores with the left hand. Tyrone Jones knows he should have avoided that one. Tyrone Jones scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business. Grigoryan keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tyrone Jones. Grigoryan swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones misses with a body shot.
Nice uppercut there from Tyrone Jones. This has been an exciting period of action! Grigoryan motions for Tyrone Jones to come forward. Grigoryan throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. Grigoryan tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tyrone Jones was well out of range. Poor timing from Grigoryan.#T4# Tyrone Jones slips under a jab. This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Grigoryan. Tyrone Jones throws a lazy right hand but Grigoryan sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Grigoryan looks to land a body kick but Tyrone Jones moved away. Tyrone Jones drops down looking for a counter takedown but Grigoryan sprawls and moves away. Tyrone Jones with a body punch. A glancing blow. Grigoryan dodges the punch combination from Tyrone Jones.
Grigoryan tries to counter with a clinch but Tyrone Jones shakes him off and moves away. Grigoryan looks to land a right hand but Tyrone Jones moved out of range. Tyrone Jones takes one to the side of the head.
Grigoryan throws a body shot but no joy. Tyrone Jones thows a left - swing and a miss! Grigoryan has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye. Tyrone Jones finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Grigoryan thumps Tyrone Jones with a low kick. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Grigoryan moves away from the strike by Tyrone Jones. The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Grigoryan checks a leg kick. Grigoryan displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tyrone Jones throws out the jab. Tyrone Jones throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Grigoryan stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Russell Tyrone Jones clearly takes that round. The cut man is working on Russell Tyrone Jones's cut. That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. #R4# Grigoryan looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Grigoryan throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Tyrone Jones connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. Tyrone Jones's jab looks to have found its range, popping Grigoryan under the eye. Grigoryan motions for Tyrone Jones to come forward. Grigoryan throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. Tyrone Jones uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Grigoryan. Grigoryan bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Grigoryan wants to counter the offense by Tyrone Jones and move into the clinch position. Grigoryan staying out of range there. Grigoryan moves into range and connects with a jab. Grigoryan needs to keep his hands up - Tyrone Jones had a free shot at his head there. Tyrone Jones misses with a left hand and Grigoryan counters with a thumping low kick. A slapping leg kick lands for Grigoryan.
The fighters circle momentarily. Grigoryan darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch. Grigoryan uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones misses with a leg kick. Grigoryan ducks down and throws a hook to the body. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Tyrone Jones pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Grigoryan looks like he wants to counter punch here. Tyrone Jones feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Grigoryan's calf. Grigoryan's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.#T1# Grigoryan feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Tyrone Joness jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist! Tyrone Jones scores with a jab to the body. Tyrone Jones takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily. Grigoryan swings for the body but Tyrone Jones moves out of range.
Tyrone Jones fakes a head shot and lands one to the body. Nice straight punches there by Tyrone Jones. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Tyrone Jones. Grigoryan lands with a nice body punch. Grigoryan avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Grigoryan thinks about the counter body kick. Tyrone Jones lands a lovely overhand right. Grigoryan lands with a good body shot. Tyrone Jones throws a hook but Grigoryan blocks it. Grigoryan keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tyrone Jones. Nice uppercut lands for Tyrone Jones. That snapped Grigoryan's head back.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here. A combination from Grigoryan does no damage. Tyrone Jones misses with a wild combination.
Tyrone Jones keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
#T2# Grigoryan slips a jab from Tyrone Jones. Grigoryan only half commits to the counter leg kick. Grigoryan lands a nice looking kick to the body. Tyrone Jones takes a step back to recover. Tyrone Jones throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A countering left hand to the body from Grigoryan misses. Tyrone Jones is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Grigoryan. Grigoryan throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Good leg kick by Grigoryan there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Grigoryan on the wrong end of a nice hook. Grigoryan misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tyrone Jones.
A slow jab from Tyrone Jones misses its intended target. Tyrone Jones lands with a cross. Tyrone Jones uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Grigoryan. Tyrone Jones throws out a loose jab but Grigoryan uses good head movement to avoid it. Tyrone Jones throws a shot from downtown. Grigoryan moves away and avoids it. Tyrone Jones fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done. Grigoryan blocks the body kick.
Tyrone Jones throws a jab but it's blocked by Grigoryan. A telegraphed right hand from Grigoryan misses the target. #T3# Grigoryan takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness. Tyrone Jones misses the shot to the body. Grigoryan on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere. Grigoryan scores with a body shot.
Grigoryan fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Grigoryan was well out of range. Poor timing from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones checks the leg kick. Ouch! a nice leg kick from Tyrone Jones, right into the meat.
Tyrone Jones missing with a left hand there. Grigoryan was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. A swing and a miss from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs. Grigoryan fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tyrone Jones manages to avoid it. Tyrone Jones throws a leg kick but Grigoryan moved away. Tyrone Jones lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent. Grigoryan swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Tyrone Jones. Grigoryan checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time. Tyrone Jones fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.#T4# The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Tyrone Jones misses with a series of wild punches.
Grigoryan throws an overhand right that lands on Tyrone Jones's shoulder, as Tyrone Jones tries to avoid the shot. Tyrone Jones ducks right into an uppercut from Grigoryan. Jab from Grigoryan. Tyrone Jones looks to score with a jab to the body but Grigoryan is just out of range. Grigoryan fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Tyrone Jones on the side of the head. Tyrone Jones takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh. Grigoryan thumps Tyrone Jones with a low kick. Grigoryan staying out of range there. It seemed like Grigoryan was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. A good leg kick by Grigoryan. Grigoryan misses with a wild combination.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Tyrone Jones misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Grigoryan.
Grigoryan appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body. Tyrone Jones takes a swing at Grigoryan's ribcage but misses. Tyrone Jones sizes up Grigoryan with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. Grigoryan throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close fourth round but Daniel Grigoryan will probably get the nod - 10:9. The cut man is working on Russell Tyrone Jones's cut. The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round! #R5# A combination from Tyrone Jones does no damage. Tyrone Jones staying out of range there. Tyrone Jones ducks down and throws a hook to the body. Grigoryan cracks Tyrone Jones with a good jab. Grigoryan connects with a crisp jab. Tyrone Jones turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick. Tyrone Jones throws a big shot that misses. Tyrone Jones misses with a body shot.
Tyrone Jones keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Grigoryan lands a right hook to the body.
A solid leg kick lands there for Tyrone Jones.
Grigoryan throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Grigoryan slips under a jab from Tyrone Jones. Grigoryan takes one to the chin there. Tyrone Jones connects with a crisp jab. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Tyrone Jones throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Tyrone Jones scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.#T1# This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Grigoryan. Tyrone Jones lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook. Grigoryan on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Tyrone Jones swings for the body but Grigoryan moves out of range.
Grigoryan is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Tyrone Jones with a body shot. Tyrone Jones connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt. Grigoryan throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tyrone Jones misses with a wild body shot. Grigoryan takes one to the side of the head.
Grigoryan uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tyrone Jones. Grigoryan digs a good hook to Tyrone Jones's body.
Tyrone Jones defending well as Grigoryan loads up on a big left hand. Grigoryan blocks a jab. And an attempted straight right on the counter from Grigoryan! But no joy. A jab from Tyrone Jones misses. Grigoryan avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Grigoryan will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
This has been an exciting period of action! Grigoryan ducks under a wild hook from Tyrone Jones. Grigoryan misses with a low kick.
Tyrone Jones tries to counter with a takedown but Grigoryan is quick to defend against it.#T2# Grigoryan keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Good leg kick by Grigoryan there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Grigoryan takes a jab right on the kisser.
Tyrone Jones misses with a jab, cross combination.
Grigoryan keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Grigoryan throws a low kick but it's checked well by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones looks to score with a jab to the body but Grigoryan is just out of range. Tyrone Jones fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Grigoryan checks it well. Tyrone Jones throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Grigoryan sees it coming and avoids it easily. Tyrone Jones uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Grigoryan. Grigoryan scores with a kick to the midsection. Tyrone Jones misses with a looping right. Grigoryan throws out a counter right but Tyrone Jones avoids it with no problem. Tyrone Jones feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Grigoryan's calf. Grigoryan thuds a left hand into Tyrone Jones's body. The fighters circle momentarily. Tyrone Jones darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch. Tyrone Jones throws a hook but Grigoryan avoids it easily. Grigoryan cracks the inside of Tyrone Jones's front leg. #T3# Grigoryan slips a jab from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones missing with a left hand there. Grigoryan was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. A looping hook to the body misses from Tyrone Jones. Grigoryan does a little dance to reset his feet. A slow jab from Tyrone Jones misses its intended target. Grigoryan keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tyrone Jones just misses with a punch to the body.
Grigoryan misses the shot to the body. A looping hook to the body misses from Tyrone Jones. Grigoryan does a little dance to reset his feet. Grigoryan scores to the head and body with a nice combination! Grigoryan fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Grigoryan throws a leg kick but Tyrone Jones moved away. Grigoryan throws a solid leg kick but Tyrone Jones takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Grigoryan. Grigoryan defending well as Tyrone Jones loads up on a big left hand. Grigoryan looks to throw the jab but Tyrone Jones is out of range. Tyrone Jones wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection. Nice jab there from Grigoryan. Tyrone Jones connects with a crisp jab. #T4# Nice defenses there by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones appears to be looking for a counter takedown. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Grigoryan avoids the body shot from Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Grigoryan. Nice straight punches there by Grigoryan. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Grigoryan. Good exchange - Tyrone Jones coming out on top. Tyrone Jones throws out a loose jab but Grigoryan uses good head movement to avoid it. Grigoryan tries a quick counter leg kick but Tyrone Jones is wise to it. Tyrone Jones throws a body punch but Grigoryan moves out of range. Tyrone Jones fakes a jab and then connects with a hook. Tyrone Jones moves out of range as Grigoryan strikes. Grigoryan lands a jab-cross combination. A slow jab from Tyrone Jones misses its intended target. A nice leg kick lands there from Grigoryan. Tyrone Jones throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Tyrone Jones moves into range and connects with a jab. Tyrone Jones lands with a right hand. Tyrone Jones throws a leg kick but Grigoryan sees it coming and checks it nicely. Grigoryan throws a jab but it's blocked by Tyrone Jones.
And that's the end of the fight! Russell Tyrone Jones showed his dominance in that final round. I think Tyrone Jones 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge James Glass scores the fight 49:47 Judge James Atkins scores the fight 49:46 Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 48:47
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Russell Tyrone Jones! In his post fight interview, Russell Tyrone Jones started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
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#R1# Kakoullis on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere. Tyrone Jones bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Tyrone Jones is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here. Tyrone Jones scores with a sloppy right hand. Kakoullis should have avoided that one. Kakoullis pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Kakoullis scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent. Tyrone Jones throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Tyrone Jones tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target. Kakoullis moves out of range as Tyrone Jones strikes. We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Tyrone Jones 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. Tyrone Jones throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
A punch combination from Tyrone Jones misses. Kakoullis is looking to land body kicks. Tyrone Jones waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kakoullis. Tyrone Jones cracks Kakoullis with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd. Tyrone Jones blocks a jab. Tyrone Jones swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Kakoullis. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Kakoullis lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Tyrone Jones swings away with a leg kick that misses. Kakoullis tries to land a front kick but Tyrone Jones steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed. Tyrone Jones tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away. Tyrone Jones swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kakoullis was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger. Kakoullis misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones misses with a straight left. Kakoullis misses with a looping right. Kakoullis keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
#T1# Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis throws a body kick that misses. Kakoullis swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tyrone Jones checks the leg kick nicely there.
Kakoullis walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head. Kakoullis lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Tyrone Jones at a distance.
Tyrone Jones swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tyrone Jones lands a jab-cross combination. Kakoullis defending well as Tyrone Jones loads up on a big left hand. Tyrone Jones takes a swing at Kakoullis's ribcage but misses. A quick step to the side and Kakoullis tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect. Kakoullis feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Tyrone Jones's calf. Tyrone Jones fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kakoullis manages to avoid it. Kakoullis looks to score with a jab to the body but Tyrone Jones is just out of range. Kakoullis moves out of range as Tyrone Jones strikes. Sotiris Kakoullis is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Tyrone Jones keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Kakoullis throws a jab when Tyrone Jones was well out of range. Kakoullis moves away from the strike by Tyrone Jones. Kakoullis takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily. Kakoullis is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight. Tyrone Jones tries to clinch but Kakoullis is having none of it. Tyrone Jones thows a leg kick but Kakoullis checks it and Kakoullis counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T2# Kakoullis takes one on the button. Tyrone Jones misses the shot to the body. Kakoullis misses with an attempted mid kick.
Nice shot lands for Tyrone Jones. Kakoullis avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Kakoullis throws a looping overhand right but Tyrone Jones ducks down to avoid it. Tyrone Jones scores with a punch to the head. Kakoullis moves out of range of the strikes. Kakoullis lands a glancing blow to the side of Tyrone Jones's head. Kakoullis bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut. Kakoullis throws a body punch but Tyrone Jones moves out of range. Tyrone Jones has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Kakoullis. Tyrone Jones lands a slapping body shot.
Kakoullis catches Tyrone Jones with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong! Tyrone Jones swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tyrone Jones takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Tyrone Jones throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kakoullis lands with an overhand left. Tyrone Jones sizes up Kakoullis with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. Russell Tyrone Jones seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T3# Kakoullis throws a sloppy head kick and Tyrone Jones moves out of range easily. Tyrone Jones tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away. Tyrone Jones is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Kakoullis had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté. Kakoullis throws a half hearted mid kick. Tyrone Jones just misses with a punch to the body.
A little feinted left hand from Kakoullis on the counter but he doesn't commit to it. Kakoullis throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. Tyrone Jones with the counter takedown but Kakoullis avoids it easily. Tyrone Jones ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kakoullis moves away. Tyrone Jones throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. Kakoullis lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.#CL2# Tyrone Jones has Kakoullis up against the cage in a clinch.
Tyrone Jones taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Tyrone Jones. Kakoullis working some nice short punches in the clinch. Kakoullis working some nice short punches in the clinch. Tyrone Jones misses with some punches.
A short left from Kakoullis. Tyrone Jones lands a hook to the side of the head. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Kakoullis scores with a shot to the side of Tyrone Jones's head. Kakoullis blocks an uppercut.
Kakoullis blocking some punches.
Kakoullis working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.#T4##BC# Kakoullis breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. Tyrone Jones scores with a body shot.
Kakoullis lands a head shot. Tyrone Jones throws a jab when Kakoullis was well out of range. Kakoullis thinks about countering with a body kick. A good leg kick by Kakoullis. Kakoullis takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh. Kakoullis misses with an attempted mid kick.
Kakoullis avoids the body shot from Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones slips under a jab from Kakoullis. Tyrone Jones misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out. Tyrone Jones 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.
Kakoullis swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Tyrone Jones will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Kakoullis throws a low kick, looking for Tyrone Jones's leg but Tyrone Jones calmly moves out of range. Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Kakoullis. And Tyrone Jones tries to counter it with a takedown but Kakoullis pushes his down on his head and steps out. Kakoullis is looking to slow Tyrone Jones down with leg kicks. Tyrone Jones throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Kakoullis ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tyrone Jones moves away. Tyrone Jones with the counter takedown but Kakoullis avoids it easily. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Russell Tyrone Jones will probably get the nod. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! #R2# Kakoullis will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Tyrone Jones fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kakoullis manages to avoid it. Tyrone Jones throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kakoullis sees it coming and avoids it easily. Tyrone Jones throws a wild combination but nothing lands. Kakoullis swats away the attempt to clinch by Tyrone Jones. A good leg kick by Kakoullis. Tyrone Jones tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. A telegraphed right hand from Tyrone Jones misses the target. Tyrone Jones connects with a body shot that sends Kakoullis's belly button to the back. Tyrone Jones avoids a kick to the body.
Tyrone Jones chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Tyrone Jones misses the jab. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Tyrone Jones throws a jab but it's blocked by Kakoullis. Tyrone Jones will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Russell Tyrone Jones seems to be getting the better of the standup. Kakoullis cracks the inside of Tyrone Jones's front leg. Tyrone Jones throws a body shot but no joy. Tyrone Jones misses with an uppercut. Tyrone Jones looks to score with a jab to the body but Kakoullis is just out of range.#T1# Thud! ouch! good body kick from Kakoullis - that will leave a mark!
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Tyrone Jones, as that shot connected.
Kakoullis throws a chopping leg kick but Tyrone Jones manages to avoid taking any serious damage. A solid leg kick lands there for Tyrone Jones.
Kakoullis goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. Tyrone Jones throws a poor cross that misses
and Kakoullis counters with an outside leg kick.
Tyrone Jones wants to slow Kakoullis down by chopping away at his legs. Kakoullis throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Tyrone Jones scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard. Tyrone Jones looks to land a left hand but Kakoullis moved out of range nicely. Kakoullis is looking to counter with a body kick. Tyrone Jones throws a series of punches but Kakoullis moves out of range. It appears Kakoullis was looking to counter with a kick there. Tyrone Jones ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Kakoullis steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
#CL2# Tyrone Jones rushes Kakoullis and presses him up against the cage. Kakoullis swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tyrone Jones pushes Kakoullis back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. This has been an exciting period of action! Kakoullis fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kakoullis blocks a body shot from Tyrone Jones. Kakoullis's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#T2# Tyrone Jones tries a body shot but Kakoullis blocks it.
Kakoullis takes a shot to the head. Tyrone Jones can't find room to land a body shot as Kakoullis controls the action.
Kakoullis stalling in the clinch but Tyrone Jones improves position. Tyrone Jones tries a body shot but Kakoullis blocks it.
Tyrone Jones stalling in the clinch.
Tyrone Jones misses with a body punch.
#TD2# Tyrone Jones has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Kakoullis uses from the top position. Tyrone Jones looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB2# Tyrone Jones is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Kakoullis is aware though and is defending well. Tyrone Jones looking to control.
Tyrone Jones looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Kakoullis puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard. #SUB2# Tyrone Jones actively working from the bottom here. Tyrone Jones wants to get back to full guard but Kakoullis has mounted him! Kakoullis controlling from the full mount. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3# Kakoullis'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. Tyrone Jones slips a leg in and gets back to half guard. Kakoullis works his foot free and advances to mount. Tyrone Jones is wriggling around trying to escape.
Tyrone Jones keeps trying to improve his position. Tyrone Jones is persisting with the attempt to improve his position. Kakoullis controlling his opponent. Tyrone Jones is looking to improve his position but Kakoullis isn't that keen on the idea. Tyrone Jones is still trying to improve position.#T4# Kakoullis looking to control and managing it successfully. Tyrone Jones working to try and regain half guard.
Kakoullis controlling from the full mount. Kakoullis tries to control but Tyrone Jones wriggling away. Tyrone Jones is looking to improve his position but Kakoullis isn't that keen on the idea. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Russell Tyrone Jones showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. #R3# Tyrone Jones digs a good body shot into Kakoullis's ribs. Kakoullis cracks the inside of Tyrone Jones's front leg. #CL2# Tyrone Jones closes the distance and clinches. Kakoullis lands on the inside with an uppercut. Kakoullis looks to throw an elbow but misses. Tyrone Jones stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Tyrone Jones misses with a short punch on the inside. Tyrone Jones swings wildly with an uppercut but Kakoullis uses good head movement to avoid it. Kakoullis being controlled against the cage. Kakoullis prevents a body shot from Tyrone Jones. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Tyrone Jones is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Kakoullis is keeping busy. A short right hand to the side of the head by Kakoullis. Tyrone Jones is looking to control Kakoullis's arms but Kakoullis gets an underhook and turns him. Now Tyrone Jones has his back to the cage. Kakoullis lands a nice uppercut.#T1# Kakoullis misses with a shot to the kidneys.
The step up in weight doesn't seem to be a problem for Tyrone Jones. He's performing admirably here against the bigger man. Tyrone Jones misses with a punch on the inside.
Kakoullis blocking some punches.
Tyrone Jones pushes Kakoullis back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. Tyrone Jones misses with a hook from the clinch. Tyrone Jones tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kakoullis's elbow. A hook to the body from Tyrone Jones.
Russell Tyrone Jones seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far. Tyrone Jones misses with a punch to the body.
Kakoullis doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tyrone Jones fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Tyrone Jones tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Kakoullis blocks a body shot from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones lands with a short head shot on the inside. #CUT2# It looks like Sotiris Kakoullis has been cut. A right hook to the body lands for Tyrone Jones.
A short left from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Tyrone Jones lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. Kakoullis misses with a punch to the body.
Tyrone Jones throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Kakoulliss head. #T2# Tyrone Jones misses with a hook from the clinch. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Kakoullis throws a head punch that misses. Kakoullis misses with a body punch.
Tyrone Jones tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Kakoullis throws a punch but it's blocked by Tyrone Jones. Kakoullis blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Kakoullis connects with a nasty looking knee right to Tyrone Jones's face.
#CUT# It looks like Russell Tyrone Jones has been cut. Tyrone Jones lands a left hand that snaps the head of Kakoullis backwards. Tyrone Jones misses with some punches.
Tyrone Jones lands a shoulder strike. Tyrone Jones scores with a shoulder strike. Tyrone Jones's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down. A shot in the inside from Kakoullis. Tyrone Jones swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kakoullis misses with some punches.
Tyrone Jones lands a shoulder strike. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kakoullis. Kakoullis lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. Tyrone Jones misses with some punches.
Tyrone Jones lands with a short head shot on the inside. #T3# Kakoullis tries to land knees in the clinch but Tyrone Jones avoids the damage to the body. A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors. A head punch on the inside from Kakoullis fails to land. A head punch blocked on the inside by Kakoullis. Tyrone Jones tries to throw a body punch but Kakoullis avoids it by throwing Tyrone Jones back against the cage. Kakoullis throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Tyrone Joness head. Tyrone Jones tries to throw a body punch but Kakoullis avoids it by throwing Tyrone Jones back against the cage. Tyrone Jones misses with the head strike.
Tyrone Jones is trying to maintain a safe position but Kakoullis gets an underhook and turns Tyrone Jones into the cage. Tyrone Jones working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. A body shot lands from Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones lands a nice shot to the body. Tyrone Jones scores with a nice hook to the head. Both fighters are breathing heavily. Tyrone Jones doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Still in the clinch, Tyrone Jones scores with a nice short uppercut. A head punch on the inside from Tyrone Jones fails to land. Tyrone Jones blocks a body shot from Kakoullis. Kakoullis tries to work over Tyrone Jones's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #T4# Kakoullis is trying to break the clinch but Tyrone Jones has him pressed against the cage. Kakoullis takes a shot to the head. A nice left hand lands by Kakoullis.
#BC# Kakoullis breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
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! Tyrone Jones checks the leg kick nicely there.
Tyrone Jones catches Kakoullis with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong! Tyrone Jones throws a shot from downtown. Kakoullis moves away and avoids it. Tyrone Jones with a jab. Kakoullis finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Tyrone Jones is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kakoullis. Kakoullis takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Tyrone Jones lands with a shot to the body. A slapping leg kick lands for Kakoullis.
Tyrone Jones ducks down and throws a hook to the body. Kakoullis throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean. Tyrone Jones tries to clinch up. Tyrone Jones misses with a body shot.
Tyrone Jones moves out of range as Kakoullis throws a body kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Russell Tyrone Jones really dominated that round. Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval. The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. #R4# Kakoullis misses with an uppercut. Kakoullis misses the jab. Tyrone Jones bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Tyrone Jones tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away. Tyrone Jones with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Tyrone Jones steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kakoullis. Tyrone Jones ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Kakoullis misses with a head kick.
Tyrone Jones misses with a low kick as Kakoullis jumps back. Tyrone Jones throws a leg kick but Kakoullis sees it coming and moves out of range. Jab by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones throws a lazy uppercut
enabling Kakoullis to counter with a crisp jab. Tyrone Jones lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook. Tyrone Jones connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. Kakoullis thows a left - swing and a miss! Tyrone Jones scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Kakoullis bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Kakoullis throws a lazy right hand but Tyrone Jones sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Kakoullis jabbing away but nothing is landing. #T1# Kakoullis throws the kick towards the body but Tyrone Jones avoids it. Tyrone Jones scoring well with a low kick there.
Tyrone Jones uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Kakoullis has time to react. Tyrone Jones scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Kakoullis doesn't seem bothered though. Kakoullis defending well as Tyrone Jones loads up on a big left hand. Tyrone Jones connects with a jab. Kakoullis lands with a kick to the ribs.
Kakoullis throws a wild body kick that Tyrone Jones sees coming a mile off. Tyrone Jones throws a leg kick and Kakoullis counters with a stiff right hand. Kakoullis swings for the body but Tyrone Jones moves out of range.
Kakoullis swings away with a leg kick that misses. Kakoullis looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that. Tyrone Jones throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kakoullis throwing a counter right hand but Tyrone Jones manages to avoid it. Kakoullis lands with a thumping leg kick.
A swing and a miss from Kakoullis. Tyrone Jones throws a shot from downtown. Kakoullis moves away and avoids it. Kakoullis attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin. Kakoullis misses the shot to the body. Kakoullis takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
#T2# This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Tyrone Jones lands a jab to Kakoullis's midsection. Tyrone Jones smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button. Kakoullis checks a low kick from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones scores with a jab to the jaw. Tyrone Jones takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Kakoullis throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body. Kakoullis fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Kakoullis misses with a straight left. Kakoullis throws the left hand but Tyrone Jones avoids the punch easily. Tyrone Jones throws a jab when Kakoullis was well out of range. Kakoullis slips a jab from Tyrone Jones. A jab from Tyrone Jones does it's job there. Nice takedown defense from Kakoullis. No joy for Tyrone Jones on that attempt. Tyrone Jones tries to clinch up but Kakoullis circles away and keeps his distance. Kakoullis misses with a wild body shot. Kakoullis looks to score with a combo but nothing lands. Kakoullis walks into a straight right hand from Tyrone Jones.#T3# Tyrone Jones is looking to take this fight into the clinch. Tyrone Jones avoids a kick to the body.
Tyrone Jones misses with a straight right. Ouch! a nice leg kick from Tyrone Jones, right into the meat.
Kakoullis slips under a jab from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones is looking to chop away at Kakoullis's legs. Good shot there by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head. Tyrone Jones looks to land a left hand but Kakoullis moved out of range nicely. A looping hook to the body misses from Tyrone Jones. Kakoullis does a little dance to reset his feet. Kakoullis throws a low kick but Tyrone Jones avoids it. A jab from Tyrone Jones misses. Kakoullis throws a big shot that misses. Tyrone Jones walks into a left hand. Tyrone Jones walks into a straight right hand from Kakoullis. A looping hook to the body misses from Tyrone Jones. Kakoullis does a little dance to reset his feet. Tyrone Jones moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.#T4# Kakoullis slips a jab and a cross from Tyrone Jones.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! A slow jab from Tyrone Jones misses its intended target. Kakoullis uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones misses with a wild combination.
A solid leg kick lands there for Kakoullis.
Tyrone Jones changes levels and scores with a jab to the body. A jab from Tyrone Jones finds it's way through Kakoullis's defenses. Tyrone Jones throws a series of punches but Kakoullis moves out of range. Tyrone Jones throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Tyrone Jones motions for Kakoullis to come forward. Tyrone Jones throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. Kakoullis takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away. Tyrone Jones dodges the punch combination from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis blocks a jab. Tyrone Jones swings and misses with a hook to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Russell Tyrone Jones dominated that fourth round. Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round! #R5# Nice uppercut there from Kakoullis. Kakoullis drops his hands momentarily and Tyrone Jones takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. Tyrone Jones throws a body shot but no joy. A solid leg kick lands there for Kakoullis.
Tyrone Jones thumps Kakoullis with a low kick. A jab from Tyrone Jones misses. Kakoullis looks to land a body kick but Tyrone Jones moved away. A chopping leg kick lands by Tyrone Jones. A swing and a miss from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Tyrone Jones throws a big shot that misses. Kakoullis moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2# Kakoullis gets caught napping as Tyrone Jones dives in and scores a takedown. Kakoullis manages to retain guard. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Tyrone Jones preventing the sweep. Kakoullis looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #T1# Kakoullis wants to sweep but no luck. Tyrone Jones forces his way into half guard. Tyrone Jones scores with a couple of good hammerfists. Tyrone Jones sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Kakoullis defending well though. Tyrone Jones thows a huge punch but Kakoullis dodges it nicely.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Tyrone Jones throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. Tyrone Jones working Kakoullis over with strikes. The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Tyrone Jones lands a nice short elbow. Tyrone Jones missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. Sotiris Kakoullis has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2# Kakoullis avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones trying to control from half guard but Kakoullis is working away. Tyrone Jones is nestled in close to Kakoullis, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure. Tyrone Jones trying to pass the guard but Kakoullis defending well. Kakoullis is not content to let Tyrone Jones control the position. Tyrone Jones landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. Tyrone Jones is pressing down on Kakoullis's thigh, looking to free his foot. Kakoullis is holding on for now. Tyrone Jones wants to take a breather but Kakoullis is having none of it. #T3# Tyrone Jones throwing shots but Kakoullis is blocking nicely. The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Tyrone Jones connects with a nice short shot to Kakoullis's temple. Kakoullis is staying active underneath Tyrone Jones, who seems content to just control the action from this position. Kakoullis is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB# Kakoullis looking for submissions off his back. Russell Tyrone Jones has got the better of the ground game so far. Tyrone Jones seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. Tyrone Jones missing with the ground and pound from half guard. Tyrone Jones working Kakoullis over with strikes. Kakoullis is looking for a sweep. Tyrone Jones is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T4# Tyrone Jones is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Tyrone Jones raining down hammerfists from mount. Tyrone Jones dominating with strikes here.#CUT2# Sotiris Kakoullis's cut is getting worse. Tyrone Jones postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Kakoullis looks a forlorn figure.
Tyrone Jones lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.#CUT2# Sotiris Kakoullis's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it. Tyrone Jones postures up and connects with a big shot that has rocked Kakoullis badly. He's trying desperately to grab hold of Tyrone Jones around the waist but Tyrone Jones pushes him off and unloads with more strikes, forcing the referee to jump in and save him! Tyrone Jones is the winner by TKO! Tyrone Jones jumps onto the cage and shouts into the camera. "We did it momma!"
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 5, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Russell Tyrone Jones! Russell Tyrone Jones is the new light heavyweight champion! After the fight, Russell Tyrone Jones 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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Date: Jul 11, 2018 |
#R1# Tyrone Jones takes a swing at Grigoryan's ribcage but misses. And Grigoryan counters with a quick kick to the body but Tyrone Jones blocks it. Tyrone Jones scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business. Grigoryan lands with a good body shot. Tyrone Jones just misses with a punch to the body.
The fighters circling - Tyrone Jones throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Tyrone Jones takes a swing at Grigoryan's ribcage but misses. A nice inside leg kick there by Tyrone Jones. That's going to slow Grigoryan down. Tyrone Jones just misses with a punch to the body.
A telegraphed right hand from Tyrone Jones misses the target. Grigoryan connects with a solid leg kick. Tyrone Jones has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Grigoryan. Grigoryan scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business. A big left from Tyrone Jones misses. Grigoryan throws a body punch but Tyrone Jones moves out of range. Tyrone Jones lands a slapping body shot.
Russell Tyrone Jones seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Grigoryan looks to score with a jab to the body but Tyrone Jones is just out of range. Tyrone Jones looks to score with a jab to the body but Grigoryan is just out of range. Tyrone Jones lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range. Grigoryan 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. Grigoryan scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Tyrone Jones doesn't seem bothered though. Grigoryan is looking to wear down Tyrone Jones with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment. Tyrone Jones misses with a low kick.#T1# Grigoryan with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Tyrone Jones to score with a decent uppercut. Tyrone Jones swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. A shot to the liver by Tyrone Jones. Beautiful body shot. Grigoryan pushing out the jab but it's not landing. A looping hook to the body misses from Tyrone Jones. Grigoryan does a little dance to reset his feet. Grigoryan takes a swing at Tyrone Jones's ribcage but misses. Grigoryan feints and then cracks Tyrone Jones's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Tyrone Jones down. Tyrone Jones on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Grigoryan moves out of range of the strikes. As Tyrone Jones tries to get set, Grigoryan tries to push him back and clinch up but Tyrone Jones manages to avoid the attempt. Tyrone Jones throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tyrone Jones moves out of range as Grigoryan throws a body kick.
Tyrone Jones connects with a leg kick. Grigoryan looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it. Grigoryan lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range. Some bone on bone action there as Grigoryan checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one. Tyrone Jones lands a nice looking body shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Tyrone Jones misses with a lunging right hand
and Grigoryan counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Tyrone Jones thinking. Grigoryan throws a nice looking combination but Tyrone Jones bobs and weaves to avoid any damage. Tyrone Jones throws a poor cross that misses
and Grigoryan counters with an inside leg kick. Grigoryan throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. #T2# Tyrone Jones swings away with a leg kick that misses. We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Tyrone Jones 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. Good leg kick by Grigoryan there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Tyrone Jones scores with a hook. Tyrone Jones throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Grigoryan was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit. A jab from Grigoryan finds it's way through Tyrone Jones's defenses. Tyrone Jones misses with an uppercut. Grigoryan throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body. Grigoryan keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Tyrone Jones throws a lazy uppercut
and Grigoryan counters with a thumping low kick. Tyrone Jones throws a jab when Grigoryan was well out of range. Grigoryan lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent. Tyrone Jones avoids a low kick by using good footwork. Grigoryan with a body punch. A glancing blow. Grigoryan lands with a nice body punch. Grigoryan throws a good cross that connects.
A telegraphed right hand from Tyrone Jones misses the target. Grigoryan chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Tyrone Jones can pounce on him.
Tyrone Jones throws a hook but Grigoryan blocks it.#T3# Grigoryan throws a low kick, looking for Tyrone Jones's leg but Tyrone Jones calmly moves out of range. Tyrone Jones lands with a shot to the body. Tyrone Jones lands with a nice body punch. Grigoryan staying out of range there. Grigoryan throws a looping overhand right but Tyrone Jones ducks down to avoid it. Grigoryan slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range. Good standup being displayed there by Tyrone Jones as he connects with a hook. Tyrone Jones misses with an uppercut
and Grigoryan counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. Tyrone Jones misses with a shot to the body letting Grigoryan counter with a right hand. Tyrone Jones misses with a body shot
and Grigoryan counters with a slapping leg kick. Tyrone Jones throws a hook but Grigoryan avoids it easily. Tyrone Jones misses the shot to the body. Grigoryan lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Tyrone Jones at a distance.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Grigoryan lands an overhand right. Tyrone Jones throws a jab but it's blocked by Grigoryan. Tyrone Jones swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Tyrone Jones uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Grigoryan has time to react. Grigoryan lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.#T4# Grigoryan buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Grigoryan throws a wild body kick that Tyrone Jones sees coming a mile off. A punch lands to the side of Tyrone Jones 's head but he takes it in his stride. Tyrone Jones scores with a jab to the jaw. Tyrone Jones loads up on a big right hand but Grigoryan slips the punch. Grigoryan wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch. Tyrone Jones takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
A decent looking cross lands there for Grigoryan. A swing and a miss from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tyrone Jones fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Grigoryan manages to avoid it. Tyrone Jones lands a jab to Grigoryan's midsection. Grigoryan steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones looks to throw the jab but Grigoryan is out of range. As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action. Tyrone Jones bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Grigoryan digs a good body shot into Tyrone Jones's ribs. Tyrone Jones swings for the body but Grigoryan moves out of range.
#CL# Tyrone Jones gets tackled into the cage by Grigoryan. Grigoryan maintains the clinch. Grigoryan stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body. 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 Daniel Grigoryan will probably get the nod. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. #R2# Grigoryan throws a shot from downtown. Tyrone Jones moves away and avoids it. Tyrone Jones looks like he wants to counter punch here. Tyrone Jones's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down. Tyrone Jones misses with a hook. Grigoryan ducked under it nicely. Grigoryan tries to counter by clinching up but Tyrone Jones breaks away and moves out of range. Tyrone Jones throws a body punch but Grigoryan moves out of range. Grigoryan closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. Grigoryan thumps Tyrone Jones with a low kick. Tyrone Jones tries for a takedown but Grigoryan circles away easily and Grigoryan connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Grigoryan turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick. Tyrone Jones throws an overhand right that lands on Grigoryan's shoulder, as Grigoryan tries to avoid the shot. Tyrone Jones misses with a wild body shot. Grigoryan throws a nice inside leg kick. Daniel Grigoryan is winning the standup battle so far. Tyrone Jones throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Tyrone Jones moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. Tyrone Jones swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Good leg kick by Grigoryan there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Tyrone Jones missing with a left hand there. Grigoryan was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Tyrone Jones misses with a wild body shot. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Jab by Grigoryan. Tyrone Jones scores with a body shot.
#T1# Tyrone Jones misses with a hook
and Grigoryan counters with a nice body shot. Tyrone Jones dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Grigoryan throws a front kick aimed at Tyrone Jones's knee but Tyrone Jones avoids it well. Grigoryan moves away from the strike by Tyrone Jones. A swing and a miss from Tyrone Jones. Nice uppercut there from Grigoryan. Tyrone Jones throws a hook but Grigoryan avoids it easily. Grigoryan is looking to counter the offense by Tyrone Jones and move into the clinch. Grigoryan throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Tyrone Jones throws a shot from downtown. Grigoryan moves away and avoids it. Grigoryan throws a quick inside leg kick. Grigoryan jabs at Tyrone Jones's body. Tyrone Jones blocks a low kick nicely. Tyrone Jones throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean. Tyrone Jones lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise. Grigoryan ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. A leg kick checked by Grigoryan. Tyrone Jones lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.#T2# The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Tyrone Jones throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Grigoryan throws a jab but it's blocked by Tyrone Jones. A good leg kick by Grigoryan. Grigoryan fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tyrone Jones manages to avoid it. Grigoryan ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Grigoryan tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Tyrone Jones manages to circle out of the way. Tyrone Jones throws a body punch but Grigoryan moves out of range. Tyrone Jones keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Grigoryan lands a jab to the nose. Tyrone Jones rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Grigoryan connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Grigoryan misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Tyrone Jones swings widly with a right hand
and Grigoryan counters with a lovely straight right hand! Tyrone Jones throws a hook to the side of Grigoryan's head but Grigoryan sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Grigoryan connects with a jab. Tyrone Jones rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Grigoryan counters with a stiff right hand. Tyrone Jones scores with a crisp jab that stopped Grigoryan in his tracks. Grigoryan fakes a head shot and lands one to the body. Good standup being displayed there by Grigoryan as he connects with a hook. Grigoryan scores with a jab to the body.#T3# Nice cross by Grigoryan. Tyrone Jones throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. Grigoryan takes a swing at Tyrone Jones's ribcage but misses. Grigoryan moves away from the strike by Tyrone Jones. Grigoryan slips a jab from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones throws a big shot that misses. Grigoryan takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Tyrone Jones misses with a hook. Grigoryan ducked under it nicely. Grigoryan scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one. Tyrone Jones swings for the body but Grigoryan moves out of range.
Grigoryan tries to counter by clinching up but Tyrone Jones breaks away and moves out of range. Nice cross by Grigoryan. Grigoryan misses the shot to the body. Tyrone Jones misses the jab. Grigoryan walks into a jab. Tyrone Jones has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye. Tyrone Jones 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. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Grigoryan ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tyrone Jones moves away. Tyrone Jones misses with a looping left. It looked like Grigoryan was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.#T4# Nice body kick there by Grigoryan. Tyrone Jones connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt. Tyrone Jones throws a nice outside leg kick. Grigoryan connects with a solid leg kick. Tyrone Jones scores with a shot to the body.
Grigoryan turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick. Grigoryan on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Tyrone Jones misses with a hook. Tyrone Jones digs a good body shot into Grigoryan's ribs.#CL# Grigoryan moves into the clinch. Tyrone Jones lands on the inside with an uppercut. Grigoryan blocks a body shot from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones misses with the head strike.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Tyrone Jones blocking some punches.
#BC2# Tyrone Jones pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Grigoryan missing with a left hand there. Tyrone Jones was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. A thudding body kick lands there by Grigoryan!
Tyrone Jones works Grigoryan's body with a nice hook. 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 Daniel Grigoryan will probably get the nod. That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. #R3# The fighters circling - Tyrone Jones throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Grigoryan was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger. Tyrone Jones connects with the punch. Tyrone Jones misses with a looping left. Grigoryan throws a series of punches but Tyrone Jones avoids them all with ease. Tyrone Jones was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind. Tyrone Jones shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down. Grigoryan blocks a leg kick. Grigoryan chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Grigoryan connects with the punch. Grigoryan throws a shot to the body.
Tyrone Jones digs a good hook to Grigoryan's body.
A jab from Grigoryan does it's job there. A shot to the liver by Tyrone Jones. Beautiful body shot. Grigoryan throws a quick inside leg kick. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Tyrone Jones tries to land a leg kick but Grigoryan saw it coming and moves away.
Grigoryan throws an overhand right that lands on Tyrone Jones's shoulder, as Tyrone Jones tries to avoid the shot. Grigoryan takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it. Tyrone Jones keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Both fighters are breathing heavily. Tyrone Jones throws a hook but Grigoryan blocks it.#T1# Tyrone Jones swings away with a leg kick that misses. Grigoryan takes a swing at Tyrone Jones's ribcage but misses. A little jabbing left from Tyrone Jones on the counter but it doesn't find it's target. Tyrone Jones connects with a good right hand that stumbles Grigoryan. Grigoryan circles away out of range and recomposes himself. Tyrone Jones lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent. Tyrone Jones loads up on a big right hand but Grigoryan slips the punch. Grigoryan walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Tyrone Jones checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side. Grigoryan lands a nice shot that snaps Tyrone Jones's head back.
Tyrone Jones jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Tyrone Jones throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Grigoryan staying out of range there. Tyrone Jones scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business. Grigoryan checks a low kick from Tyrone Jones. The fighters circling - Grigoryan throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Grigoryan moves in looking to clinch but Tyrone Jones pushes him off. Tyrone Jones throws a nice inside leg kick. Tyrone Jones throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. #T2# Tyrone Jones scores with a body shot.
This has been an exciting period of action! Grigoryan defending well as Tyrone Jones loads up on a big left hand. Grigoryan throws a leg kick but Tyrone Jones moved away. Tyrone Jones misses with a shot to the body enabling Grigoryan to counter with a crisp jab. Grigoryan's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Tyrone Jones connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Grigoryan scrambles back to his feet. A slow jab from Tyrone Jones misses its intended target. Tyrone Jones displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Grigoryan throws out the jab. Tyrone Jones cracks a nice hook into Grigoryan's ribs. Tyrone Jones buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Tyrone Jones swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Grigoryan uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tyrone Jones. Grigoryan wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch. Grigoryan slips a jab from Tyrone Jones. Grigoryan uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tyrone Jones.
Grigoryan is looking to counter with a shot to the body. Tyrone Jones misses with a leg kick and Grigoryan counters with a nice leg kick. Nice shot lands for Grigoryan. Tyrone Jones tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him. Tyrone Jones fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Grigoryan checks it well. #T3# Tyrone Jones takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming. Grigoryan takes a swing at Tyrone Jones's ribcage but misses. Grigoryan is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot. Tyrone Jones dips down and scores with a jab to the body. That kick from Tyrone Jones tenderised Grigoryan's leg. Grigoryan is trying to keep his angry face on. Grigoryan digs a good hook to Tyrone Jones's body.
Tyrone Jones fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Grigoryan on the side of the head. Grigoryan throws a low kick, looking for Tyrone Jones's leg but Tyrone Jones calmly moves out of range. Grigoryan bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut. Grigoryan tries to close the distance and clinch up but Tyrone Jones swats him away and circles back towards the center. Tyrone Jones throws out a counter right but Grigoryan avoids it with no problem. Grigoryan stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Tyrone Jones. Grigoryan lands a right hook to the body.
Grigoryan ducks under a wild hook from Tyrone Jones. This has been an exciting period of action! Grigoryan defending well as Tyrone Jones loads up on a big left hand. Tyrone Jones misses the jab. Grigoryan throws a body punch but Tyrone Jones moves out of range. #T4# Tyrone Jones works Grigoryan's body with a nice hook. Tyrone Jones pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Grigoryan throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tyrone Jones 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. Tyrone Jones throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tyrone Jones throws a hook but Grigoryan blocks it. As Tyrone Jones tries to get set, Grigoryan tries to push him back and clinch up but Tyrone Jones manages to avoid the attempt. Grigoryan swings for the body but Tyrone Jones moves out of range.
An inside leg kick from Grigoryan misses. Tyrone Jones closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. Tyrone Jones lands a glancing blow to the side of Grigoryan's head. Grigoryan scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction. Grigoryan fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Tyrone Jones looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath. Tyrone Jones throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Grigoryan stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Grigoryan throws a shot to the body.
Grigoryan connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head. A leg kick checked by Grigoryan. Tyrone Jones listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close third round but Russell Tyrone Jones just about did enough to take it. That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. #R4# Good standup being displayed there by Tyrone Jones as he connects with a hook. Tyrone Jones misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Grigoryan.
Grigoryan connects with an inside leg kick. Grigoryan motions for Tyrone Jones to come forward. Grigoryan throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. Tyrone Jones buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Grigoryan slips under a jab from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones lands a nice shot that snaps Grigoryan's head back.
Tyrone Jones throws a lazy uppercut
and Grigoryan connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Grigoryan's legs have taken a beating and he's really slowing down as a result. Tyrone Jones throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Tyrone Jones pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Tyrone Jones tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Grigoryan was well out of range. Poor timing from Tyrone Jones. The fighters circle momentarily. Tyrone Jones darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch. Tyrone Jones looks to score with a jab to the body but Grigoryan is just out of range. Tyrone Jones throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Grigoryan ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tyrone Jones moves away. Tyrone Jones misses with a hook
and Grigoryan counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Grigoryan fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tyrone Jones manages to avoid it.#T1# Grigoryan chopping away at his opponent's legs.
A telegraphed right hand from Tyrone Jones misses the target. Nice body punch from Tyrone Jones. A jab from Tyrone Jones misses. Tyrone Jones throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Grigoryan tried to counter with a leg kick but Tyrone Jones avoided it. Grigoryan checks a leg kick. Grigoryan was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger. Grigoryan connects with a body shot. Grigoryan moves out of range as Tyrone Jones strikes. Tyrone Jones walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Grigoryan checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side. Grigoryan paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button. Tyrone Jones takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Tyrone Jones thows a leg kick but Grigoryan checks it and Grigoryan counters with a low kick, right behind Tyrone Jones 's knee. Nice shot by Grigoryan. Grigoryan lands an overhand right. This has been an exciting period of action! Grigoryan tests Tyrone Jones's chin there with a solid looking shot. Tyrone Jones walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.#T2# Tyrone Jones misses with a straight right. Tyrone Jones fakes a head shot and lands one to the body. Grigoryan scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent. Tyrone Jones swats away the attempt to clinch by Grigoryan. Grigoryan tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tyrone Jones was well out of range. Poor timing from Grigoryan. Tyrone Jones lands a jab to the nose. Grigoryan misses with a low kick as Tyrone Jones jumps back. Tyrone Jones throws out a counter right but Grigoryan avoids it with no problem. Tyrone Jones lands a nice shot that snaps Grigoryan's head back.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Grigoryan - that will leave a mark!
Tyrone Jones on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Tyrone Jones fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done. It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over. A good leg kick by Tyrone Jones. Grigoryan staying out of range there. Tyrone Jones staying out of range there. Tyrone Jones throws a big shot that misses. Grigoryan is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
#T3# Grigoryan finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Tyrone Jones now looks to counter with a shot at the body. Grigoryan chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Tyrone Jones can pounce on him.
Tyrone Jones pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Grigoryan moves out of range as Tyrone Jones strikes. Tyrone Jones tried to score with a low kick but Grigoryan checks it. Tyrone Jones throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land. Grigoryan stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush. Tyrone Jones cracks the inside of Grigoryan's front leg. An inside leg kick from Tyrone Jones misses. Grigoryan steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tyrone Jones. Grigoryan with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Tyrone Jones staying out of range there. Tyrone Jones throws out a loose jab but Grigoryan uses good head movement to avoid it. Tyrone Jones takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Grigoryan uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tyrone Jones.
A swing and a miss from Tyrone Jones.#T4# Tyrone Jones motions for Grigoryan to come forward. Tyrone Jones throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. Tyrone Jones avoids the body shot from Grigoryan.
Grigoryan tries to land a leg kick but Tyrone Jones saw it coming and moves away.
Tyrone Jones feints and then cracks Grigoryan's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Grigoryan down. This has been an exciting period of action! Grigoryan uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones needs to keep his hands up - Grigoryan had a free shot at his head there. Nice jab there from Grigoryan. Grigoryan throws a nice outside leg kick. Tyrone Jones scores with a shot to the body.
Tyrone Jones throws a jab when Grigoryan was well out of range. Tyrone Jones lands with a thumping leg kick.
Tyrone Jones lands a slapping body shot.
Tyrone Jones takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Grigoryan ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tyrone Jones moves away. Grigoryan misses with a wild body shot. Tyrone Jones lands a jab to Grigoryan's midsection. Tyrone Jones throws a low kick, looking for Grigoryan's leg but Grigoryan calmly moves out of range. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close fourth round but Russell Tyrone Jones will probably get the nod - 10:9. 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. This is the final round! #R5# Tyrone Jones throws a solid leg kick but Grigoryan takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Grigoryan at a distance.
Tyrone Jones connects with a solid leg kick. The crowd cheers as Tyrone Jones lands an impressive looking overhand right. Grigoryan doesn't seem phased though. Grigoryan connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. Tyrone Jones moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. A telegraphed right hand from Tyrone Jones misses the target. Tyrone Jones misses with a hook. Nice defenses there by Grigoryan. A little feinted left hand from Grigoryan on the counter but he doesn't commit to it. Grigoryan moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. Tyrone Jones scores with a hook. That kick from Grigoryan tenderised Tyrone Jones's leg. Tyrone Jones is trying to keep his angry face on. Tyrone Jones ducks down and throws a hook to the body. This has been an exciting period of action! Grigoryan with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Tyrone Jones misses with a straight left. An attempted straight right counter from Grigoryan misses the target. Tyrone Jones throws an overhand right that lands on Grigoryan's shoulder, as Grigoryan tries to avoid the shot. Tyrone Jones tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Grigoryan is able to avoid easily.#T1# Tyrone Jones uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Grigoryan.
Grigoryan moves away from the strike by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones throws a hook to the side of Grigoryan's head but Grigoryan sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Tyrone Jones misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Grigoryan.
Grigoryan tries to bum rush Tyrone Jones with a series of wild strikes but Tyrone Jones uses good footwork to avoid the assault. Grigoryan lands with a kick to the temple. Tyrone Jones shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?" Grigoryan uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tyrone Jones.
Grigoryan throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tyrone Jones sees it coming and avoids it easily. Grigoryan moves out of range of the body kick from Tyrone Jones.
Donk. Grigoryan catches Tyrone Jones right on the button with a cross. Tyrone Jones fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done. Grigoryan scores with a nice right hand.
Grigoryan has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Grigoryan there as he acknowledges the shot. Good work by Grigoryan as he checks the leg kick. Tyrone Jones misses with a looping left. Grigoryan uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tyrone Jones.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! That kick from Tyrone Jones tenderised Grigoryan's leg. Grigoryan is trying to keep his angry face on.#T2##TD2# Grigoryan gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Tyrone Jones to score an easy takedown into full guard.#ES# Grigoryan pushes Tyrone Jones off and scrambles back to his feet.
Tyrone Jones is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell? Grigoryan slips a straight right by Tyrone Jones. Grigoryan is looking for a counter combo. Grigoryan blocks a leg kick. Tyrone Jones lands with a straight right. Grigoryan didn't see that one coming. Grigoryan moves into range and connects with a jab. Tyrone Jones lands a nice shot to the body.
Grigoryan 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. Jab by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Grigoryan has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage. Tyrone Jones thows a left - swing and a miss! Tyrone Jones throws a hook to the side of Grigoryan's head but Grigoryan sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Tyrone Jones drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.#T3# Tyrone Jones fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Grigoryan on the side of the head. Tyrone Jones throws a body shot but no joy. Tyrone Jones throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Tyrone Jones lands a leg kick that knocks Grigoryan off balance momentarily. Tyrone Jones avoids the body shot from Grigoryan.
Tyrone Jones looks to throw the jab but Grigoryan is out of range. Tyrone Jones throws the left hand but Grigoryan avoids the punch easily. Grigoryan checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time. Tyrone Jones bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Grigoryan's head. Grigoryan checks the leg kick nicely there.
Grigoryan ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tyrone Jones moves away. Tyrone Jones swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made. Jab by Grigoryan. Tyrone Jones throws a jab but it's blocked by Grigoryan. Grigoryan takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him. Tyrone Jones doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body. This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Tyrone Jones. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Grigoryan bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Tyrone Jones's head.#T4# Tyrone Jones fakes a jab and scores with a low kick. Grigoryan cracks Tyrone Jones with a good jab. Tyrone Jones turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick. Grigoryan takes one to the chin there. Grigoryan cracks a nice hook into Tyrone Jones's ribs. Tyrone Jones thows a left - swing and a miss! Grigoryan tried to score with a low kick but Tyrone Jones checks it. Tyrone Jones ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Grigoryan moves away. Nice defenses there by Grigoryan. Tyrone Jones misses with a shot to the body and Grigoryan counters with a straight punch to the midsection. Grigoryan connects with a looping right hand.
Tyrone Jones takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards. Grigoryan lands a nice shot to the body.
The step up in weight doesn't seem to be a problem for Tyrone Jones. He's performing admirably here against the bigger man. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Grigoryan connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. Tyrone Jones misses with a looping right. Grigoryan ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tyrone Jones moves away. Grigoryan moves away from the strike by Tyrone Jones.
And that's the end of the fight! Russell Tyrone Jones comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I think Tyrone Jones 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 Frank Antenori scores the fight 48:48 Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 48:48 Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 47:48
The fight is ruled a majority draw!
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GAMMA#716 Goodman v Jones
Date: Jun 23, 2018 |
#R1# Tyrone Jones punishes Goodman's body with a nice straight punch. Tyrone Jones throws a hook to the side of Goodman's head but Goodman sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Sloppy strikes from Tyrone Jones. Those never looked like landing. Goodman fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done. Tyrone Jones throws an overhand right that lands on Goodman's shoulder, as Goodman tries to avoid the shot. Goodman is looking to slow Tyrone Jones down with leg kicks. Goodman misses with a low kick.
Tyrone Jones throws a body shot but no joy. We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Tyrone Jones 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. Goodman throws a looping overhand right but Tyrone Jones ducks down to avoid it. Tyrone Jones lands a leg kick that knocks Goodman off balance momentarily. Goodman checks a leg kick. Goodman closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. Tyrone Jones connects with a looping right hand.
Goodman bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Goodman takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Good work by Tyrone Jones as he checks the leg kick. Goodman avoids the body shot from Tyrone Jones.
Goodman is looking to counter with a body kick. Tyrone Jones connects with a body shot that sends Goodman's belly button to the back. Tyrone Jones swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Goodman just misses with a punch to the body.
Some bone on bone action there as Tyrone Jones checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one. Tyrone Jones scores with a jab to the body.#T1# Tyrone Jones misses the jab. Goodman ducks right into an uppercut from Tyrone Jones. Goodman is looking to land body kicks. Goodman bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Goodman feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Tyrone Jones's calf. Goodman staying out of range there. Goodman lands with a cross. Tyrone Jones closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. Goodman clobbers Tyrone Jones with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. Goodman scores with a hook. Tyrone Jones blocks a leg kick. Goodman 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. Goodman fakes a jab and scores with a low kick. Nice shot lands for Goodman. This has been an exciting period of action! A telegraphed right hand from Tyrone Jones misses the target. Tyrone Jones throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Tyrone Jones waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Goodman. Tyrone Jones uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Goodman.
Tyrone Jones ducks down and throws a hook to the body. Goodman lands with a straight right. Tyrone Jones didn't see that one coming. Tyrone Jones keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
#T2# Tyrone Jones digs a good hook to Goodman's body.
Goodman lands with an uppercut that bounces Tyrone Jones off the cage and back into range. Tyrone Jones throws a low kick but Goodman avoids it. Goodman blocks a low kick nicely. Goodman connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head. Tyrone Jones motions for Goodman to come forward. Tyrone Jones throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Tyrone Jones. Goodman shrugs it off though. Goodman slips under a jab from Tyrone Jones. A telegraphed right hand from Goodman misses the target. Tyrone Jones bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Tyrone Jones looks to score with a combo but nothing lands. Tyrone Jones looks for the body kick but Goodman saw that one coming. It looked like Goodman wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit. Tyrone Jones throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Tyrone Jones throws a shot to the body.
Tyrone Jones throws a chopping leg kick but Goodman manages to avoid taking any serious damage. Goodman throws a hook but Tyrone Jones blocks it. Goodman uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tyrone Jones.
Goodman is really peppering his opponent's head with punches. Tyrone Jones misses with a looping left. That kick from Tyrone Jones tenderised Goodman's leg. Goodman is trying to keep his angry face on.#T3# Goodman moves out of range of the strikes. Goodman is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tyrone Jones. Goodman throws a hook to the side of Tyrone Jones's head but Tyrone Jones sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Tyrone Jones uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Goodman. Tyrone Jones misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Goodman.
Goodman lands an overhand right. Goodman misses with an attempted mid kick.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Goodman, right into the meat.
Goodman throws out a loose jab but Tyrone Jones uses good head movement to avoid it. Tyrone Jones moves out of range as Goodman strikes. Nice straight punches there by Goodman. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Goodman. Goodman lands a front kick. Goodman checks a low kick from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones misses with a hook. Tyrone Jones throws a body shot but no joy. Goodman throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Goodman looks to land a left hand but Tyrone Jones moved out of range nicely. Tyrone Jones throws a body shot but no joy. Goodman throws an overhand right that lands on Tyrone Jones's shoulder, as Tyrone Jones tries to avoid the shot. Russell Tyrone Jones seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Tyrone Jones throws a low kick, looking for Goodman's leg but Goodman calmly moves out of range. #T4# A big left from Tyrone Jones misses. Tyrone Jones staying out of range there. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Goodman throws a body shot but no joy. Goodman will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Goodman tries to land a front kick but Tyrone Jones steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed. Goodman waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones throws a right hand that Goodman ducks under and follows up with a left that Goodman also avoids with ease. Tyrone Jones 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. Tyrone Jones ducks down and throws a hook to the body. A punch lands to the side of Goodman 's head but he takes it in his stride. Goodman throws a leg kick but Tyrone Jones sees it coming and moves out of range. Goodman slips a straight right by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Goodman was well out of range. Poor timing from Tyrone Jones. Goodman works the jab nicely. Thud! ouch! good body kick from Goodman - that will leave a mark!
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Tyrone Jones walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head. Tyrone Jones connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Goodman momentarily.
Tyrone Jones lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Goodman circles away quickly and effectively. Goodman misses with a hook. Good leg kick by Tyrone Jones there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Russell Tyrone Jones will probably get the nod. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! #R2# Tyrone Jones attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin. It appears Goodman was looking to counter with a kick there. Tyrone Jones drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles. Goodman defending well as Tyrone Jones loads up on a big left hand. Russell Tyrone Jones seems to be getting the better of the standup. Goodman wants to slow Tyrone Jones down by chopping away at his legs. Tyrone Jones throws a right hand that Goodman ducks under and follows up with a left that Goodman also avoids with ease. Goodman chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Tyrone Jones lands a nice shot to the body.
Goodman ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Tyrone Jones misses with a low kick.
Goodman feinted there with a counter leg kick. Tyrone Jones blocks a leg kick. Goodman misses with a low kick. Tyrone Jones tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target. A looping hook to the body misses from Tyrone Jones. Goodman does a little dance to reset his feet. Goodman misses with a straight right. A nice side step and Tyrone Jones releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Goodman pushes Tyrone Jones away with a front kick. Goodman lands the left hand. Goodman throws out a leg kick but Tyrone Jones moves out of range and Goodman only half commits. Goodman throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. An inside leg kick lands from Goodman. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Goodman swings away with a leg kick that misses.#T1# Tyrone Jones throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Goodman lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range. Goodman blocks a jab. Goodman bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Tyrone Jones feints a jab promting Goodman to slip. Tyrone Jones then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Goodman slips again and ducks right into an uppercut. A swing and a miss from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones misses with a body shot.
Goodman slips a jab from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range. Tyrone Jones 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. Goodman throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tyrone Jones swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tyrone Jones throws the left hand but Goodman avoids the punch easily. Tyrone Jones has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Goodman. Goodman looks to land a right hand but Tyrone Jones moved out of range. Tyrone Jones works Goodman's body with a nice hook. Goodman thows a left - swing and a miss! Goodman attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Tyrone Jones throws a right and a left that both miss.#T2# Goodman lunges at Tyrone Jones with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Tyrone Jones's hand. Tyrone Jones drops his hands momentarily and Goodman takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. Tyrone Jones tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Goodman was well out of range. Poor timing from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down. Tyrone Jones looks to throw the jab but Goodman is out of range. A little feinted left hand from Goodman on the counter but he doesn't commit to it. Tyrone Jones throws a hook but Goodman avoids it easily. Tyrone Jones tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Goodman was well out of range. Poor timing from Tyrone Jones. A jab from Tyrone Jones finds it's way through Goodman's defenses. Goodman looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Tyrone Jones scores with a hook. Tyrone Jones takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Tyrone Jones connects with a body shot. Tyrone Jones takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh. Goodman throws a body punch but Tyrone Jones moves out of range. Jab from Goodman. Good standup being displayed there by Tyrone Jones as he connects with a hook. Goodman throws a shot to the body.
An inside leg kick from Goodman misses. Goodman lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw. Goodman finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
#T3# Tyrone Jones lands with an uppercut that bounces Goodman off the cage and back into range. Tyrone Jones throws a hook but Goodman avoids it easily. Tyrone Jones throws a low kick, looking for Goodman's leg but Goodman calmly moves out of range. Goodman turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick. Tyrone Jones throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Goodman misses with a low kick. Tyrone Jones changes levels and scores with a jab to the body. Tyrone Jones's jab looks to have found its range, popping Goodman under the eye. Tyrone Jones takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Goodman misses the shot to the body. Goodman throws a shot from downtown. Tyrone Jones moves away and avoids it. Tyrone Jones throws a leg kick that is checked and Goodman counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Tyrone Jones is looking to chop away at Goodman's legs. Tyrone Jones throws a shot to the body.
Goodman slips a jab from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones misses with an uppercut
and Goodman counters with a solid body kick. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Tyrone Jones looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. Nice uppercut lands for Tyrone Jones. That snapped Goodman's head back.
Goodman scores with a nice body kick.
#T4# Goodman takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily. Goodman uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tyrone Jones.
Goodman avoids the body shot from Tyrone Jones.
Decent striking displayed by Tyrone Jones there. Tyrone Jones shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. Goodman comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range. A lazy left from Tyrone Jones finds it's target. Tyrone Jones throws a hook but Goodman blocks it. Tyrone Jones scores with a jab to the jaw. Goodman ducks under a wild hook from Tyrone Jones. It looked like Goodman wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit. Tyrone Jones fails to land with a series of punches.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Goodman. Tyrone Jones 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. Goodman lands a jab to Tyrone Jones's midsection. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Tyrone Jones steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Goodman. Tyrone Jones lands with a nice combination. Goodman backs away looking to recover. Tyrone Jones scores with a hook to the body. Goodman takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. Goodman connects with a solid leg kick. Tyrone Jones cracks Goodman with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Russell Tyrone Jones will probably get the nod - 10:9. That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. #R3# Tyrone Jones moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body. Tyrone Jones uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Goodman. Tyrone Jones thumps Goodman with a low kick. Goodman ducks under a wild hook from Tyrone Jones. Goodman half committed to a counter leg kick. A good leg kick by Tyrone Jones. Goodman jabbing away but nothing is landing. Tyrone Jones misses with a looping right. Tyrone Jones swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Tyrone Jones takes a swing at Goodman's ribcage but misses. Goodman swings for the body but Tyrone Jones moves out of range.
Nice shot by Tyrone Jones. Ouch! a nice leg kick from Tyrone Jones, right into the meat.
Goodman displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tyrone Jones throws out the jab. Tyrone Jones looks to throw the jab but Goodman is out of range. Goodman ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tyrone Jones moves away. Tyrone Jones has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye. A looping hook to the body misses from Tyrone Jones. Goodman does a little dance to reset his feet. Nice jab there from Goodman. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Goodman jabbing away but nothing is landing. Goodman looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
#T1# Goodman bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Tyrone Jones ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Goodman moves away. Goodman just misses with a punch to the body.
Tyrone Jones looks to throw the jab but Goodman is out of range. Goodman scores with a sloppy right hand. Tyrone Jones should have avoided that one. Tyrone Jones clobbers Goodman with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. Goodman just misses with a punch to the body.
Goodman uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones moves away from the strike by Goodman. Tyrone Jones falls off balance throwing a combination
and Goodman makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range. Tyrone Jones attempts a low kick but it misses it's target. Tyrone Jones lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Tyrone Jones scores with a slapping inside leg kick. Goodman misses with a body kick. Tyrone Jones uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Goodman.
A jab from Goodman misses. Goodman takes a jab right on the kisser.
Tyrone Jones fakes the leg kick and cracks Goodman in the body. #T2# Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Tyrone Jones gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Goodman. A big right from Goodman misses. Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Goodman 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 Tyrone Jones has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Tyrone Jones and we're back underway with a touch of gloves. Tyrone Jones misses with a kick to the body.
Goodman lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Tyrone Jones just misses with a punch to the body.
Tyrone Jones throws a body kick that digs right into the meat. Tyrone Jones scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction. The fighters circling - Tyrone Jones throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Tyrone Jones defending well as Goodman loads up on a big left hand. A jab from Tyrone Jones finds it's way through Goodman's defenses. Goodman comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range. Tyrone Jones tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Goodman is able to avoid easily. A combination from Tyrone Jones does no damage. A looping hook to the body misses from Tyrone Jones. Goodman does a little dance to reset his feet. Tyrone Jones misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Goodman.
Goodman swings for the body but Tyrone Jones moves out of range.
Tyrone Jones tries a quick counter leg kick but Goodman is wise to it. Tyrone Jones throws a poor cross that misses
and Goodman counters with a leg kick. #T3# Goodman listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut. A chopping leg kick lands by Goodman. Tyrone Jones misses the shot to the body. Tyrone Jones loads up on a big right hand but Goodman slips the punch. Tyrone Jones throws a shot from downtown. Goodman moves away and avoids it. Goodman swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect. That kick from Goodman tenderised Tyrone Jones's leg. Tyrone Jones is trying to keep his angry face on. Goodman ducks right into an uppercut from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Tyrone Jones throws a low kick but it's checked well by Goodman. Goodman misses the jab. Tyrone Jones moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination. A jab lands there for Tyrone Jones. A big right from Goodman misses. Tyrone Jones throws the left hand but Goodman avoids the punch easily. Goodman lands with a thumping leg kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Tyrone Jones takes a body punch but keeps moving. Goodman throws a lazy right hand but Tyrone Jones sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#T4# Tyrone Jones fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Goodman manages to avoid it. Goodman fails to land with a series of punches.
Goodman throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land. Tyrone Jones throws a leg kick but Goodman sees it coming and moves out of range. Goodman will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Tyrone Jones lands a head shot. Tyrone Jones misses the jab. Goodman jabbing away but nothing is landing. Goodman slips a jab and a cross from Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Goodman. Goodman avoids the body shot from Tyrone Jones.
Goodman slips a jab from Tyrone Jones. A shot to the liver by Goodman. Beautiful body shot. Tyrone Jones misses the shot to the body. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Goodman throws out a leg kick but Tyrone Jones moves out of range and Goodman only half commits. Tyrone Jones dips to his left and cracks Goodman with an uppercut! Goodman 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.
Goodman ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tyrone Jones moves away. It seemed like Tyrone Jones was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Russell Tyrone Jones really dominated that round. That's time! Goodman's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. #R4# Nice defenses there by Goodman. Tyrone Jones swings widly with a right hand
and Goodman counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Goodman lands a leg kick that knocks Tyrone Jones off balance momentarily. Tyrone Jones takes one on the button. A right-left combo lands from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Goodman was well out of range. Poor timing from Tyrone Jones. A nice inside leg kick there by Tyrone Jones. That's going to slow Goodman down. Goodman with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Tyrone Jones to score with a decent uppercut. Goodman uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tyrone Jones.
Goodman was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger. Tyrone Jones gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Goodman. Goodman moves away from the strike by Tyrone Jones. Goodman chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Tyrone Jones swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Goodman is looking to counter punch. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! A big left from Goodman misses. Tyrone Jones fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Goodman manages to avoid it. Goodman looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it. Goodman lands a nice looking kick to the body. Tyrone Jones takes a step back to recover. Tyrone Jones misses with an uppercut. Goodman saw that one coming. Goodman is looking to counter with a shot to the body. Tyrone Jones blocks a jab.#T1# Goodman swings for the body but Tyrone Jones moves out of range.
Tyrone Jones has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Goodman. Goodman misses with a kick to the body.
Goodman cracks Tyrone Jones with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd. Tyrone Jones throws a right and a left that both miss. Goodman thuds his shin into the meat of Tyrone Jones's side. Tyrone Jones misses with a wild body shot. Tyrone Jones takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Goodman buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Goodman is looking to score with low kicks. Tyrone Jones lands a glancing blow to the side of Goodman's head. Goodman throws a jab when Tyrone Jones was well out of range. Tyrone Jones appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body. Tyrone Jones misses with a right hand and Goodman counters with a left to the body. Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Goodman 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 Tyrone Jones has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Tyrone Jones and we're back underway with a touch of gloves. Tyrone Jones only half commits to the counter leg kick. A nice inside leg kick there by Goodman. That's going to slow Tyrone Jones down. Tyrone Jones connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt. Tyrone Jones throws a hook but Goodman blocks it. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Tyrone Jones moves out of range as Goodman throws a body kick.
#T2# Tyrone Jones throws a body punch but Goodman moves out of range. Goodman feinted there with a counter leg kick. Tyrone Jones looks to score with a jab to the body but Goodman is just out of range. Goodman was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit. Tyrone Jones throws a series of punches but Goodman avoids them all with ease. Goodman connects with a leg kick. Tyrone Jones looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it. Tyrone Jones goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. Goodman misses with a looping right. Goodman throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tyrone Jones throws a big shot that misses. Tyrone Jones throws a shot to the body.
Tyrone Jones throws a shot from downtown. Goodman moves away and avoids it. Goodman tried to counter with a leg kick but Tyrone Jones avoided it. Tyrone Jones works the jab nicely. Goodman throws a body kick that misses. Tyrone Jones scores with a sloppy right hand. Goodman should have avoided that one. Goodman jabbing away but nothing is landing. Goodman takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch. A big right from Goodman misses. Donk. Goodman catches Tyrone Jones right on the button with a cross. Goodman stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Tyrone Jones.#T3# Goodman lands a leg kick that knocks Tyrone Jones off balance momentarily. A decent looking cross lands there for Tyrone Jones. Goodman tried to score with a low kick but Tyrone Jones checks it. Tyrone Jones throws a leg kick and Goodman makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick. Tyrone Jones lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Tyrone Jones ducks under a wild hook from Goodman. Tyrone Jones throws a shot from downtown. Goodman moves away and avoids it. That kick from Goodman tenderised Tyrone Jones's leg. Tyrone Jones is trying to keep his angry face on. Tyrone Jones connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Goodman's hands. Goodman lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected. Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Goodman.
Tyrone Jones feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Goodmans jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist! Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Tyrone Jones jabbing away but nothing is landing. Goodman is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot. Goodman takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily. Goodman ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tyrone Jones moves away. Tyrone Jones lands with an overhand left.#T4# Tyrone Jones ducks under a wild hook from Goodman. Goodman misses with a hook. Tyrone Jones misses with a body shot.
Tyrone Jones slips under a jab from Goodman. Goodman cracks Tyrone Jones with a right hand to the side of the head. Tyrone Jones throws a leg kick and Tyrone Jones takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Goodman looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. Goodman throws a low kick but Tyrone Jones moves out of range easily. Tyrone Jones appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick. Goodman tries to land a front kick but Tyrone Jones steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed. Goodman goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. Tyrone Jones just misses with a punch to the body.
Tyrone Jones misses the jab. Tyrone Jones lands with a nice body punch. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Goodman fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Tyrone Jones on the side of the head. Tyrone Jones feints and then cracks Goodman's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Goodman down. Nice uppercut lands for Goodman. That snapped Tyrone Jones's head back.
Tyrone Jones thuds a left hand into Goodman's body. Tyrone Jones throws a big shot that misses. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close fourth round but Russell Tyrone Jones will probably get the nod - 10:9. That's time! Goodman's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round! #R5# Goodman misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Goodman sizes up Tyrone Jones with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. Nice uppercut lands for Tyrone Jones. That snapped Goodman's head back.
Goodman defending well as Tyrone Jones loads up on a big left hand. Goodman takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it. Goodman tries to score with a low kick but Tyrone Jones moves his leg out of the way. Tyrone Jones throws a lazy right hand but Goodman sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Goodman connects with a jab. Tyrone Jones throws the left hand but Goodman avoids the punch easily. Tyrone Jones displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Goodman throws out the jab. Goodman feints a jab promting Tyrone Jones to slip. Goodman then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Tyrone Jones slips again and ducks right into an uppercut. Nice defenses there by Goodman. Goodman feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Tyrone Jones's calf. Tyrone Jones throws a jab but it's blocked by Goodman. Tyrone Jones blocks the body kick.
Goodman bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Goodman fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Tyrone Jones checks it well. Tyrone Jones misses with a low kick.
#T1# Tyrone Jones cracks a nice hook into Goodman's ribs. Tyrone Jones 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. Goodman uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tyrone Jones.
Goodman looks to land a right hand but Tyrone Jones moved out of range. Goodman throws a chopping leg kick but Tyrone Jones manages to avoid taking any serious damage. Goodman misses the jab. A looping hook to the body misses from Goodman. Tyrone Jones does a little dance to reset his feet. Tyrone Jones blocks a jab. Tyrone Jones throws out a counter right but Goodman avoids it with no problem. Tyrone Jones displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination. Goodman moves out of range as Tyrone Jones strikes. Tyrone Jones takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
A big left from Tyrone Jones misses. Goodman goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. Goodman misses with a body shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tyrone Jones. Goodman does a little dance to reset his feet. Goodman throws a leg kick but Tyrone Jones sees it coming and checks it nicely. Tyrone Jones connects with a looping right hand.
#T2# Goodman avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Goodman throwing a counter right hand but Tyrone Jones manages to avoid it. Goodman uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Tyrone Jones has time to react. This has been an exciting period of action! Goodman throws a body shot but no joy. Goodman throws a leg kick that misses. Tyrone Jones is looking to chop away at Goodman's legs. Tyrone Jones missing with a left hand there. Goodman was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Tyrone Jones tries to work over Goodman's front leg with a kick but Goodman checks it. Goodman swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect. Tyrone Jones throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A nice leg kick lands there from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones throws a head kick that misses. Goodman half committed to a counter leg kick. Tyrone Jones takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Goodman pivots, looking for a leg kick but Tyrone Jones is out of range and Goodman settles back down. Tyrone Jones misses with an uppercut. Goodman feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Tyrone Jones's calf. Goodman throws a body punch but Tyrone Jones moves out of range. A bone on bone clash there as Goodman blocks the leg kick.
Tyrone Jones looks to land a right hand but Goodman moved out of range. Tyrone Jones cracks a nice hook into Goodman's ribs.#T3# Jab from Tyrone Jones. A nice inside leg kick there by Tyrone Jones. That's going to slow Goodman down. Goodman uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tyrone Jones.
Goodman throws a leg kick but Tyrone Jones sees it coming and moves out of range. Tyrone Jones moves out of range of the body kick. Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Goodman 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 Tyrone Jones has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Tyrone Jones and we're back underway with a touch of gloves. Tyrone Jones wants to slow Goodman down by chopping away at his legs. Goodman avoids the body shot from Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. Tyrone Jones thows a left - swing and a miss! Tyrone Jones throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Goodman cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. Goodman has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Tyrone Jones. Goodman thows a left - swing and a miss! The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Tyrone Jones checks a leg kick. Goodman tests Tyrone Jones's chin there with a solid looking shot. Tyrone Jones fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done. Saul Goodman has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4# Goodman misses the jab. Tyrone Jones throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Goodman misses with a kick to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Goodman fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Tyrone Jones has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage. Tyrone Jones swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Goodman was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger. Goodman throws a body kick that digs right into the meat. Goodman missing with a left hand there. Tyrone Jones was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Tyrone Jones throws a lazy right hand but Goodman sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Goodman swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect. Goodman keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tyrone Jones scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent. Tyrone Jones staying out of range there. Tyrone Jones throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Goodman stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly. Tyrone Jones uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Goodman. Goodman throws out a leg kick but Tyrone Jones moves out of range and Goodman only half commits. A jab from Tyrone Jones finds it's way through Goodman's defenses. Goodman throws out a loose jab but Tyrone Jones uses good head movement to avoid it. Goodman misses with a looping left.
And that's the end of the fight! I would just about give that final round to Russell Tyrone Jones. Well Tyrone Jones 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 45:50 Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 47:50 Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 47:50
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Russell Tyrone Jones! A less than humble Russell Tyrone Jones 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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Syn 578 - Burning Bright
Date: May 19, 2018 |
#R1# Kaunismieli thuds a left hand into Tyrone Jones's body. Tyrone Jones looks to land a combination but Kaunismieli avoids it well. Tyrone Jones throws the left hand but Kaunismieli avoids the punch easily. Kaunismieli slips under a jab. Kaunismieli loads up on a big right hand but Tyrone Jones slips the punch. Russell Tyrone Jones seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. A looping hook to the body misses from Tyrone Jones. Kaunismieli does a little dance to reset his feet. Kaunismieli looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight. Tyrone Jones bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Kaunismieli's head. Tyrone Jones slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range. Kaunismieli pivots, looking for a leg kick but Tyrone Jones is out of range and Kaunismieli settles back down. Tyrone Jones feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Kaunismielis jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist! Kaunismieli takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming. Tyrone Jones thows a left - swing and a miss! Tyrone Jones waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kaunismieli. Tyrone Jones tried to score with a low kick but Kaunismieli checks it. Kaunismieli looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it. Tyrone Jones gets cracked there but stands up to it.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Kaunismieli avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Kaunismieli was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit. Kaunismieli throws a looping overhand right but Tyrone Jones ducks down to avoid it. And an attempted straight right on the counter from Tyrone Jones! But no joy. Tyrone Jones ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent. Tyrone Jones ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kaunismieli moves away. Kaunismieli with a hook. Tyrone Jones wants to land a leg kick but Kaunismieli is out of range. #T1# Tyrone Jones throws a half hearted mid kick. Nice jab there from Kaunismieli. Kaunismieli throws a body punch but Tyrone Jones moves out of range. Tyrone Jones pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way. Tyrone Jones misses with a kick to the body and Kaunismieli counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Tyrone Jones slips a jab and a cross from Kaunismieli.
Tyrone Jones ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Kaunismieli keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tyrone Jones. A left and a right from Tyrone Jones both land. Nice combination. Tyrone Jones keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kaunismieli. Kaunismieli scores with a slapping inside leg kick. Kaunismieli avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Kaunismieli is looking to counter punch. Tyrone Jones swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tyrone Jones throws a jab when Kaunismieli was well out of range. Kaunismieli looks to land a right hand but Tyrone Jones moved out of range. Kaunismieli throws a half hearted mid kick. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Tyrone Jones chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Kaunismieli can pounce on him.
Kaunismieli ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Tyrone Jones throws a series of punches but Kaunismieli avoids them all with ease. Kaunismieli keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tyrone Jones has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.#T2# Tyrone Jones misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Kaunismieli counters with a one-two to the body. Tyrone Jones looks to land a combination but Kaunismieli avoids it well. Tyrone Jones staying out of range there. A big left from Kaunismieli misses. Tyrone Jones looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it. Kaunismieli tries to land a front kick but Tyrone Jones steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed. The crowd cheers as Tyrone Jones lands an impressive looking overhand right. Kaunismieli doesn't seem phased though. Tyrone Jones scores with a kick to the midsection. Tyrone Jones moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. Kaunismieli drops his hands momentarily and Tyrone Jones takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. Kaunismieli keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Kaunismieli throws the kick towards the body but Tyrone Jones avoids it. Tyrone Jones throws a series of punches but Kaunismieli moves out of range. Kaunismieli was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit. Tyrone Jones tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.#CL# Kaunismieli darts in and clinches Tyrone Jones up against the cage. Tyrone Jones lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. Kaunismieli lands a shot to the body. Kaunismieli swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tyrone Jones swings wildly with an uppercut but Kaunismieli uses good head movement to avoid it. Tyrone Jones swings wildly with an uppercut but Kaunismieli uses good head movement to avoid it. #T3# Kaunismieli tries to throw a body punch but Tyrone Jones avoids it by throwing Kaunismieli back against the cage. Kaunismieli taking a breather.#BC2# Tyrone Jones breaks from the clinch.
Kaunismieli showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones throws out a leg kick but Kaunismieli moves out of range and Tyrone Jones only half commits. A decent looking cross lands there for Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones throws a lazy uppercut
and Kaunismieli counters with a straight right hand. Kaunismieli checks the leg kick nicely there.
Tyrone Jones getting the better of the striking in that exchange. Tyrone Jones cracks Kaunismieli with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business. Kaunismieli takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh. Nice body punch from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones misses with a straight left. The fighters circle momentarily. Tyrone Jones darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch. Tyrone Jones throws out a leg kick but Kaunismieli moves out of range and Tyrone Jones only half commits. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Kaunismieli uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tyrone Jones. Kaunismieli throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Tyrone Jones stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly. Tyrone Jones lands a right hook to the body.
#T4# Kaunismieli misses with a straight left. Tyrone Jones fakes a head shot and lands one to the body. Tyrone Jones throws a leg kick that misses. Tyrone Jones rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Kaunismieli moves out of range and avoids them all easily. Good leg kick by Kaunismieli there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Tyrone Jones takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness. Kaunismieli takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Tyrone Jones misses with a hook. Kaunismieli ducked under it nicely. Tyrone Jones is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Kaunismieli had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté. Kaunismieli connects with a leg kick. Tyrone Jones looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it. Tyrone Jones slips a straight right by Kaunismieli. A big left from Tyrone Jones misses. A telegraphed right hand from Kaunismieli misses the target. Tyrone Jones keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tyrone Jones has a takedown stuffed. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. A solid leg kick lands there for Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done. Kaunismieli slips under a jab. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Russell Tyrone Jones dominated that round. The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. #R2# Kaunismieli catches Tyrone Jones with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong! Tyrone Jones attempts a low kick but it misses it's target. Kaunismieli slips under a jab from Tyrone Jones. Kaunismieli throws a head kick that misses. Tyrone Jones moves away from the strike by Kaunismieli. Kaunismieli ducks under a wild hook from Tyrone Jones. Kaunismieli throws a lazy right hand but Tyrone Jones sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Kaunismieli throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. Tyrone Jones lands a head shot. Tyrone Jones pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Tyrone Jones moves out of range of the strikes. Tyrone Jones only half commits to the counter leg kick. Tyrone Jones throws the left hand but Kaunismieli avoids the punch easily. Kaunismieli has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Tyrone Jones. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Kaunismieli displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tyrone Jones throws out the jab. Kaunismieli showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Tyrone Jones.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tyrone Jones. Kaunismieli does a little dance to reset his feet. Russell Tyrone Jones seems to be getting the better of the standup. Tyrone Jones throws a solid leg kick but Kaunismieli takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent. Kaunismieli listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.#T1# Tyrone Jones scoring well with a low kick there.
Tyrone Jones blocks a jab. Kaunismieli lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Tyrone Jones backs up against the cage.
#CUT# It looks like Russell Tyrone Jones has been cut. Kalervo Kaunismieli is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Kaunismieli tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target. Tyrone Jones scores with a three punch combo!
Tyrone Jones lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected. Kaunismieli lands with an uppercut that bounces Tyrone Jones off the cage and back into range. Tyrone Jones throws a looping overhand right but Kaunismieli ducks down to avoid it. Tyrone Jones bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Kaunismieli's head. Tyrone Jones throws a jab but it's blocked by Kaunismieli. Tyrone Jones moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Tyrone Jones throws a big shot that misses. Kaunismieli throws a body shot but no joy. Tyrone Jones looks like he wants to counter punch here. The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now. Tyrone Jones scores with a jab to the jaw. Kaunismieli scores with a crisp jab that stopped Tyrone Jones in his tracks. Kaunismieli scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Tyrone Jones doesn't seem bothered though. Kaunismieli looks to land a right hand but Tyrone Jones moved out of range. A little jabbing left from Tyrone Jones on the counter but it doesn't find it's target. Tyrone Jones scores with a leg kick.
Tyrone Jones shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. #T2# Kaunismieli chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Tyrone Jones can pounce on him.
Tyrone Jones is looking to slow Kaunismieli down with leg kicks. Tyrone Jones takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Tyrone Jones misses with an attempted mid kick.
Tyrone Jones throws a series of punches but Kaunismieli avoids them all with ease. Kaunismieli throwing a counter right hand but Tyrone Jones manages to avoid it. Kaunismieli lunges at Tyrone Jones with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Tyrone Jones's hand. Kaunismieli on the wrong end of a nice jab. Tyrone Jones throws a mid kick that lands with a slap. Kaunismieli throws a jab but it's blocked by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. Tyrone Jones misses with a hook. Tyrone Jones chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Kaunismieli can pounce on him.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones missing with a left hand there. Kaunismieli was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Tyrone Jones shoots in but Kaunismieli avoids the takedown attempt easily. Kaunismieli slips under a jab from Tyrone Jones. Kaunismieli tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tyrone Jones was well out of range. Poor timing from Kaunismieli. A nice leg kick lands there from Tyrone Jones. #T3# Tyrone Jones listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut. The fighters circling - Tyrone Jones throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Tyrone Jones with a hook. Tyrone Jones lands a jab to the nose. Kaunismieli looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that. Tyrone Jones scores with a shot to the body.
Tyrone Jones has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Tyrone Jones shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Kaunismieli as he jumps to the side. Kaunismieli misses with a head kick.
Tyrone Jones takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily. Kaunismieli misses with a body kick. Kaunismieli throws an overhand right that lands on Tyrone Jones's shoulder, as Tyrone Jones tries to avoid the shot. Kaunismieli moves out of range of the body kick. Tyrone Jones is looking to slow Kaunismieli down with leg kicks. Tyrone Jones blocks a jab. Kaunismieli fails in his attempt to clinch. Kaunismieli ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tyrone Jones moves away. Kaunismieli getting the better of the striking in that exchange. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Kaunismieli defending well as Tyrone Jones loads up on a big left hand. Tyrone Jones misses with a low kick. #T4# Kaunismieli blocks a low kick nicely. Tyrone Jones throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Kaunismieli throws a body kick but he wasn't in range. Kaunismieli walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head. Kaunismieli takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Tyrone Jones throws a body kick but he wasn't in range. Tyrone Jones slips under a jab from Kaunismieli. Kaunismieli fails with an attempt to clinch.
Kaunismieli has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones avoids a kick to the body.
Tyrone Jones sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs. Kaunismieli tries to close the distance and clinch but Tyrone Jones swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. Tyrone Jones swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Kaunismieli was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger. Tyrone Jones ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Nice shot by Kaunismieli. Kaunismieli pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way. Tyrone Jones lands with a nice combination. Kaunismieli backs away looking to recover. Tyrone Jones scores with a nice right hand.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Russell Tyrone Jones showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. The cut man is working on Russell Tyrone Jones's cut. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. #R3# Tyrone Jones's jab looks to have found its range, popping Kaunismieli under the eye. Tyrone Jones keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kaunismieli. Kaunismieli digs a good hook to Tyrone Jones's body.
Tyrone Jones throws a quick inside leg kick. Kaunismieli moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross. Tyrone Jones looks for the body kick but Kaunismieli saw that one coming. Tyrone Jones misses with the combination.
Kaunismieli tries to clinch but Tyrone Jones is having none of it. Tyrone Jones throws an overhand right that lands on Kaunismieli's shoulder, as Kaunismieli tries to avoid the shot. Kaunismieli fakes the leg kick and cracks Tyrone Jones in the body. Kaunismieli feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Tyrone Joness jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist! Tyrone Jones wants to land a leg kick but Kaunismieli is out of range. Kaunismieli looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it. Kaunismieli throws a big shot that misses. Kaunismieli throws a push kick but Tyrone Jones slaps the foot to one side. Nice defenses there by Kaunismieli. Tyrone Jones just misses with a punch to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Tyrone Jones throws a jab but it's blocked by Kaunismieli. #T1# Kaunismieli misses with a body shot.
Tyrone Jones misses with a kick to the body.
Kaunismieli swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Tyrone Jones. Kaunismieli throws a jab but it's blocked by Tyrone Jones. Kaunismieli uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Tyrone Jones scores with a jab. Kaunismieli throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tyrone Jones sees it coming and avoids it easily. Tyrone Jones throws out a loose jab but Kaunismieli uses good head movement to avoid it. Kaunismieli throws a lazy right hand but Tyrone Jones sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Good standup being displayed there by Kaunismieli as he connects with a hook. Kaunismieli displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tyrone Jones throws out the jab. #CL# Kaunismieli closes the distance and clinches. Kaunismieli lands with a short shot to the head. Kaunismieli softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! An uppercut to the body lands inside from Tyrone Jones. Nice body punch from Kaunismieli - that landed with a thud.
Tyrone Jones takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. Tyrone Jones has a couple of punches blocked by Kaunismieli.
A shot in the inside from Kaunismieli. #T2# A bit of stalling here from Kaunismieli.
Kaunismieli misses with the head strike.
#BC2# Tyrone Jones breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
A big left from Tyrone Jones misses. Kaunismieli bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Tyrone Jones swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kaunismieli jabbing away but nothing is landing. Kaunismieli is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight. Tyrone Jones throws a shot from downtown. Kaunismieli moves away and avoids it. Tyrone Jones throws the left hand but Kaunismieli avoids the punch easily. Tyrone Jones misses with a straight right. Kaunismieli is looking to chop away at Tyrone Jones's legs. Tyrone Jones throws a counter combo. Kaunismieli blocks a low kick nicely. Good standup being displayed there by Tyrone Jones as he connects with a hook. Nice body kick there by Kaunismieli. Kaunismieli slips under a jab from Tyrone Jones. Kaunismieli is looking to chop away at Tyrone Jones's legs. Tyrone Jones waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kaunismieli. Kaunismieli throws a leg kick but Tyrone Jones moved away.#T3# Tyrone Jones misses the jab. Tyrone Jones fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Kaunismieli has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage. Kaunismieli lands a nice looking body shot.
Kaunismieli throws out a loose jab but Tyrone Jones uses good head movement to avoid it. And an attempted straight right on the counter from Tyrone Jones! But no joy. Tyrone Jones throws a big shot that misses. Kaunismieli looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger. This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Kaunismieli. Kaunismieli throws a wild body kick that Tyrone Jones sees coming a mile off. Tyrone Jones throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kaunismieli displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tyrone Jones throws out the jab. Kaunismieli steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones throws a leg kick and Kaunismieli connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Kaunismieli keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones takes a swing at Kaunismieli's ribcage but misses. Tyrone Jones looks to throw the jab but Kaunismieli is out of range. Kaunismieli went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected. Tyrone Jones throws the left hand but Kaunismieli avoids the punch easily. Tyrone Jones stuns Kaunismieli with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range. Kaunismieli is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#T4# Tyrone Jones scores with a jab to the head.
#CL# Kaunismieli closes the distance and clinches. This has been an exciting period of action! Kaunismieli misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kaunismieli lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Tyrone Jones backwards. Kaunismieli will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Tyrone Jones up against the cage. Kaunismieli lands a shot to the body. Tyrone Jones misses with some punches.
Tyrone Jones tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. A short left from Kaunismieli. Tyrone Jones has a couple of punches blocked by Kaunismieli.
Tyrone Jones goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Tyrone Jones taking a breather. Tyrone Jones tries to work over Kaunismieli's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Kaunismieli lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tyrone Jones. Kaunismieli lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. Tyrone Jones misses with a body punch.
A hook to the body from Kaunismieli.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Kalervo Kaunismieli clearly takes that round. The cut man is working on Russell Tyrone Jones's cut. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! #R4# Kaunismieli looks to throw the jab but Tyrone Jones is out of range. Kaunismieli thuds his right hand into Tyrone Jones's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters. Tyrone Jones throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kaunismieli pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Tyrone Jones scores with the left hand. Kaunismieli knows he should have avoided that one. Kaunismieli is looking to land body kicks. Kaunismieli moves out of range of the leg kick from Tyrone Jones. Kaunismieli on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere. Tyrone Jones throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tyrone Jones pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Tyrone Jones loads up on a big right hand but Kaunismieli slips the punch. Tyrone Jones dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Kaunismieli walks into a jab. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Kaunismieli misses with a looping left. Tyrone Jones takes a swing at Kaunismieli's ribcage but misses. #CL# Tyrone Jones tries to keep at a distance but Kaunismieli has taken the fight into the clinch. Tyrone Jones misses with the head strike.
Kaunismieli goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
#T1# A hook to the body from Kaunismieli.
Tyrone Jones softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage. Tyrone Jones tries to work over Kaunismieli's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Kalervo Kaunismieli has scored more points in the clinch so far. Tyrone Jones goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Tyrone Jones scores with a nice hook to the head. Kaunismieli digs a right hand into Tyrone Jones's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Tyrone Jones's gas tank. Tyrone Jones is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted. Kaunismieli pushes Tyrone Jones back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. A short right from Kaunismieli on the inside. Kaunismieli gets through Tyrone Jones's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. Tyrone Jones is trying to break the clinch but Kaunismieli has him pressed against the cage. Nice body punch from Kaunismieli - that landed with a thud.
Kaunismieli scores with a shot to the side of Tyrone Jones's head. Kaunismieli works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Kaunismieli lands with a short head shot on the inside. Kaunismieli lands a hook to the side of the head. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. A right hook to the body lands for Kaunismieli.
Kaunismieli goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Kaunismieli lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Kaunismieli throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges. A short right hand to the side of the head by Kaunismieli.#T2# Kaunismieli lands a shot to the body. A nice right hand lands inside from Kaunismieli. Kaunismieli cracks Tyrone Jones with a nice body shot. A right hook to the body lands for Kaunismieli.
Kaunismieli lands a right hand. Kaunismieli misses with a body punch.
Kaunismieli lands a body shot in the clinch.
Tyrone Jones tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Tyrone Jones throws a punch but it's blocked by Kaunismieli. Kaunismieli tries to throw a body punch but Tyrone Jones avoids it by throwing Kaunismieli back against the cage. Kaunismieli tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Tyrone Jones misses with a punch on the inside.
Tyrone Jones lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Kaunismieli or not. A right hand to the body from Kaunismieli.
Kaunismieli wants to stall.
#BC2# Tyrone Jones escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Kaunismieli throws a jab but it's blocked by Tyrone Jones. A looping hook to the body misses from Tyrone Jones. Kaunismieli does a little dance to reset his feet. Tyrone Jones throws a nice inside leg kick. #T3# Tyrone Jones throws a jab when Kaunismieli was well out of range. Kaunismieli throws an overhand right that lands on Tyrone Jones's shoulder, as Tyrone Jones tries to avoid the shot. Tyrone Jones throws a leg kick but Kaunismieli checks it. A nice inside leg kick there by Tyrone Jones. That's going to slow Kaunismieli down. Kaunismieli dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Tyrone Jones misses with a hook. Kaunismieli ducked under it nicely. Tyrone Jones ducks under a wild hook from Kaunismieli. Tyrone Jones slips under a jab from Kaunismieli. Tyrone Jones uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kaunismieli. Tyrone Jones scores with a hook to the body. Kaunismieli takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. Kaunismieli takes one to the side of the head.
Tyrone Jones cracks the inside of Kaunismieli's front leg. Tyrone Jones shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Kaunismieli as he jumps to the side. Kaunismieli ducks under a wild hook from Tyrone Jones. Kaunismieli takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards. Tyrone Jones swings and misses with a hook to the body.
An attempted straight right counter from Kaunismieli misses the target.#T4# Kaunismieli wants to clinch. Tyrone Jones on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Kaunismieli. Kaunismieli obviously looking to wear him down.
Kaunismieli tries to clinch but Tyrone Jones moves out of range. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Tyrone Jones lands a jab. Tyrone Jones darts in and out, connecting with a jab. Tyrone Jones misses with a hook to the body
and Kaunismieli counters with a lovely straight right hand! Tyrone Jones avoids the body shot from Kaunismieli.
Kaunismieli with a jab. Tyrone Jones takes a body punch but keeps moving. Kaunismieli throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Tyrone Jones feints a counter leg kick. Kaunismieli cracks Tyrone Jones with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage. A jab from Kaunismieli misses. Tyrone Jones throws a nice outside leg kick. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Kalervo Kaunismieli had his way with Russell Tyrone Jones in that round. The cut man is working on Russell Tyrone Jones's cut. That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round! #R5# Kaunismieli slips under a jab from Tyrone Jones. Kaunismieli misses with a body shot.
Kaunismieli ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Tyrone Jones scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent. Tyrone Jones scores to the head and body with a nice combination! Kaunismieli fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Tyrone Jones looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath. Kaunismieli throws a push kick but Tyrone Jones slaps the foot to one side. A punch combination from Tyrone Jones misses. Kaunismieli moves away from the strike by Tyrone Jones. Some bone on bone action there as Tyrone Jones checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one. Tyrone Jones misses with a leg kick. Kaunismieli tries to close the distance and clinch up but Tyrone Jones swats him away and circles back towards the center. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Kaunismieli is looking to clinch but Tyrone Jones is avoiding it.
Tyrone Jones scores with a decent looking hook. Tyrone Jones misses with a series of wild punches.
It looked like Kaunismieli wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#CL# Kaunismieli closes the distance and clinches. #T1# Tyrone Jones blocking some punches.
#BC2# Tyrone Jones manages to break the clinch.
Kaunismieli on the wrong end of a nice jab. Tyrone Jones avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Tyrone Jones throws a jab when Kaunismieli was well out of range. Tyrone Jones dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Kaunismieli. That did some damage! Tyrone Jones scoring well with a low kick there.
Tyrone Jones throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Tyrone Jones throws a body punch but Kaunismieli moves out of range. Kaunismieli staying out of range there. Tyrone Jones takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Kaunismieli doesn't manage to clinch there - Tyrone Jones circles away.
Tyrone Jones raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick. Kaunismieli connects with a single shot there. Tyrone Jones moves out of range of the strikes. Kaunismieli misses with a hook. Tyrone Jones ducked under it nicely. A combination from Tyrone Jones does no damage. A little feinted left hand from Kaunismieli on the counter but he doesn't commit to it. Kaunismieli misses with a body shot.
#T2# Kaunismieli throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kaunismieli looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it. A countering left hand to the body from Tyrone Jones misses. Kaunismieli misses the jab. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. A swing and a miss from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones tries a low kick but Kaunismieli avoids it. Tyrone Jones throws a hook but Kaunismieli avoids it easily. Kaunismieli throws out a leg kick but Tyrone Jones moves out of range and Kaunismieli only half commits. #CL# Kaunismieli pushes Tyrone Jones up against the cage in a clinch. Tyrone Jones swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tyrone Jones. Kaunismieli tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tyrone Jones's elbow. Tyrone Jones tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Kaunismieli swings wildly with an uppercut but Tyrone Jones uses good head movement to avoid it. #BC2# Tyrone Jones breaks the clinch.
Tyrone Jones fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Tyrone Jones ducks under a wild hook from Kaunismieli. Tyrone Jones scores with a jab. Kaunismieli tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.#T3# Kaunismieli gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there. Tyrone Jones uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kaunismieli.
Kaunismieli takes a shot right to the bread basket. A slow jab from Tyrone Jones misses its intended target. Kaunismieli doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body. Decent striking displayed by Tyrone Jones there. Tyrone Jones throws an off balance right hand
and Kaunismieli counters with a lovely shot to the body. Tyrone Jones fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Sloppy strikes from Tyrone Jones. Those never looked like landing. Tyrone Jones takes a swing at Kaunismieli's ribcage but misses. A thudding body kick lands there by Kaunismieli!
Kaunismieli cracks the inside of Tyrone Jones's front leg. Kaunismieli tries to clinch but Tyrone Jones moves out of range. Tyrone Jones bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Kaunismieli's head backwards. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#CL# Kaunismieli pushes Tyrone Jones up against the cage in a clinch. Tyrone Jones swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tyrone Jones blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
#T4# Tyrone Jones swings away with an uppercut that misses.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch. #BC2# Tyrone Jones breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones throws a chopping leg kick but Kaunismieli manages to avoid taking any serious damage. Kaunismieli takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch. Kaunismieli takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Nice body punch from Kaunismieli. Kaunismieli misses the jab. Tyrone Jones is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kaunismieli. Kaunismieli on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones obviously looking to wear him down.
Tyrone Jones misses with a right hand enabling Kaunismieli to counter with a crisp jab. Tyrone Jones lands with a shot to the body. Kaunismieli takes one to the side of the head.
Kaunismieli throws a shot from downtown. Tyrone Jones moves away and avoids it. Tyrone Jones dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Tyrone Jones blocks a jab.
And that's the end of the fight! Russell Tyrone Jones comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I think Tyrone Jones 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 Steven Brown scores the fight 47:48 Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 47:48 Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 47:48
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Russell Tyrone Jones! Russell Tyrone Jones is the new middleweight champion! Russell Tyrone Jones spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant.
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Supernova VIII
Date: Apr 28, 2018 |
#R1# Kaunismieli connects with a leg kick. Tyrone Jones looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it. Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Kaunismieli!
#CUT2# It looks like Russell Tyrone Jones has been cut. Kaunismieli blocks the body kick.
Tyrone Jones's corner calls for a 1-2. Tyrone Jones obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. Kaunismieli connects with a single shot there. Kaunismieli is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot. Tyrone Jones fakes a jab and then connects with a hook. Tyrone Jones throws a looping overhand right but Kaunismieli ducks down to avoid it. Tyrone Jones throws a right hand that misses
and Kaunismieli cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Kaunismieli throws out a powerful jab. Kaunismieli bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Tyrone Jones misses with a left hand and Kaunismieli counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. Tyrone Jones lands a head shot. Kaunismieli takes a body punch but keeps moving. Kaunismieli walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush. Kaunismieli takes a shot right to the bread basket. Tyrone Jones connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. Kaunismieli moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Tyrone Jones catches Kaunismieli with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong! Russell Tyrone Jones seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Kaunismieli loads up on a big right hand but Tyrone Jones slips the punch. A big left from Tyrone Jones misses. #T1# Kaunismieli jabs Tyrone Jones to the body, keeping him at a distance. Kaunismieli throws out a leg kick but Tyrone Jones moves out of range and Kaunismieli only half commits. Tyrone Jones misses with a straight right. Both fighters circling a little - Kaunismieli finishes the exchange with a kick to the body. Kaunismieli lands a really nice looking cross but Tyrone Jones seems unphased.
Tyrone Jones misses with a lunging right hand
and Kaunismieli counters with a nice body shot. Kaunismieli scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business. Tyrone Jones throws a jab but it's blocked by Kaunismieli. A little jabbing left from Kaunismieli on the counter but it doesn't find it's target. Kaunismieli scores with a jab to the jaw. Kaunismieli on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. Kaunismieli bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Tyrone Jones's head. Tyrone Jones misses with a wild body shot. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Tyrone Jones throws an overhand right that lands on Kaunismieli's shoulder, as Kaunismieli tries to avoid the shot. Tyrone Jones is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight. Tyrone Jones misses with a left hand #CL2# and Kaunismieli counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Kaunismieli. #BC# Tyrone Jones breaks the clinch.
#CL2# Kaunismieli has closed the distance and engaged Tyrone Jones in a clinch.
Kaunismieli is looking to control Tyrone Jones's arms but Tyrone Jones gets an underhook and turns him. Now Kaunismieli has his back to the cage. Kaunismieli blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Kaunismieli as Tyrone Jones tries to tie him up. A right hand to the body from Tyrone Jones.
#T2# Tyrone Jones misses with a punch on the inside.
#BC# Tyrone Jones breaks from the clinch.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Kaunismieli. Tyrone Jones connects with a crisp jab. Tyrone Jones ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kaunismieli moves away. The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Tyrone Jones checks a leg kick. Tyrone Jones lands with a right hand. A bone on bone clash there as Kaunismieli blocks the leg kick.
Kaunismieli dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Tyrone Jones throws the left hand but Kaunismieli avoids the punch easily. Tyrone Jones takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming. Kaunismieli cracks Tyrone Jones with a right hand to the side of the head. Tyrone Jones lunges at Kaunismieli with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Kaunismieli's hand. Tyrone Jones throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Kaunismieli cracks Tyrone Jones with a right hand to the side of the head. Kaunismieli avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Kaunismieli goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. Tyrone Jones bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T3# Kaunismieli misses the jab. Tyrone Jones misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kaunismieli.
Tyrone Jones uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kaunismieli. Tyrone Jones throws out a powerful jab. Kaunismieli ducks under a wild hook from Tyrone Jones.#CL2# The fight moves into the clinch position. A battle for position here, against the cage. A short uppercut from Tyrone Jones. Kaunismieli working some nice short punches in the clinch. Kaunismieli has a couple of punches blocked by Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones pushes Kaunismieli back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. A short right from Tyrone Jones. Kaunismieli misses with a punch to the body.
#BC# Tyrone Jones escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Tyrone Jones throws an overhand right that lands on Kaunismieli's shoulder, as Kaunismieli tries to avoid the shot. Kaunismieli misses with a wild body shot. Tyrone Jones swings and misses with a hook to the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Tyrone Jones throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kaunismieli sees it coming and avoids it easily.#T4# Kaunismieli thows a body kick. Tyrone Jones tries to catch it but that hurt him. Tyrone Jones throws a looping overhand right but Kaunismieli ducks down to avoid it. Tyrone Jones gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Kaunismieli. Tyrone Jones throws a lazy right hand but Kaunismieli sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Tyrone Jones connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Kaunismieli's hands. Tyrone Jones swats away the attempt to clinch by Kaunismieli. Tyrone Jones bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Kaunismieli's corner calls for a 1-2. Kaunismieli obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. Tyrone Jones throws a right hand that misses
enabling Kaunismieli to counter with a crisp jab. Tyrone Jones swats away the attempt to clinch by Kaunismieli. A slow jab from Kaunismieli misses its intended target. Tyrone Jones misses the shot to the body. As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action. Tyrone Jones misses with a right hand and Kaunismieli counters with a lovely straight right hand! Tyrone Jones misses with a body kick. Kaunismieli has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off. A looping hook to the body misses from Kaunismieli. Tyrone Jones does a little dance to reset his feet. Tyrone Jones misses with a lunging right hand
and Kaunismieli counters with a straight right hand. Tyrone Jones looks to land a right hand but Kaunismieli moved out of range. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Kalervo Kaunismieli will probably get the nod. The cut man is working on Russell Tyrone Jones's cut. That's time! Back to the action! #R2# Kaunismieli shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. Tyrone Jones's corner calls for a 1-2. Tyrone Jones obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. A telegraphed right hand from Kaunismieli misses the target. A little feinted left hand from Tyrone Jones on the counter but he doesn't commit to it. Kaunismieli slips a straight right by Tyrone Jones. Kaunismieli avoids the body shot from Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kaunismieli was well out of range. Poor timing from Tyrone Jones. Kaunismieli takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Tyrone Jones buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Kaunismieli lands with a kick to the ribs.
Kaunismieli ducks under a wild hook from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones throws a looping overhand right but Kaunismieli ducks down to avoid it. A slapping leg kick lands for Kaunismieli.
Tyrone Jones takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor. 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! Kaunismieli is looking to clinch. Tyrone Jones throws a jab when Kaunismieli was well out of range. Tyrone Jones pivots, looking for a leg kick but Kaunismieli is out of range and Tyrone Jones settles back down. The fighters circle momentarily. Kaunismieli darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch. Kaunismieli ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Kaunismieli looks like he wants to counter punch here. Tyrone Jones throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Tyrone Jones throws a hook to the side of Kaunismieli's head but Kaunismieli sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#T1# Tyrone Jones throws the left hand but Kaunismieli avoids the punch easily.#CL2# Kaunismieli moves into the clinch successfully.
Tyrone Jones blocks a body shot from Kaunismieli. Kaunismieli scores with an uppercut up the middle. Kaunismieli digs a right hand underneath Tyrone Jones's ribcage. Tyrone Jones let out a lung full of air as it connected. Kaunismieli swings wildly with an uppercut but Tyrone Jones uses good head movement to avoid it. Kaunismieli goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Kaunismieli throws a head punch that misses. Tyrone Jones digs a right hand into Kaunismieli's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Kaunismieli's gas tank. Tyrone Jones misses with some punches.
Tyrone Jones digs a right hand underneath Kaunismieli's ribcage. Kaunismieli let out a lung full of air as it connected. Kaunismieli misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tyrone Jones misses with a punch to the body.
A head punch on the inside from Tyrone Jones fails to land. Kaunismieli lands with a short head shot on the inside. Tyrone Jones tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Kaunismieli pushes Tyrone Jones back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. Tyrone Jones swings wildly with an uppercut but Kaunismieli uses good head movement to avoid it. Kaunismieli lands a left hand that snaps the head of Tyrone Jones backwards. #T2# Kaunismieli goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. A head punch on the inside from Tyrone Jones fails to land. Tyrone Jones scores with a shot to the side of Kaunismieli's head. Tyrone Jones working aggressively here.
Tyrone Jones blocks a body shot from Kaunismieli. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kaunismieli. Kaunismieli can't find room to land a body shot as Tyrone Jones controls the action.
Tyrone Jones misses with a punch on the inside.
Tyrone Jones takes a shot to the head. Tyrone Jones misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tyrone Jones tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Tyrone Jones prevents a body shot from Kaunismieli. Tyrone Jones tries to work over Kaunismieli's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC# Tyrone Jones breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. Kaunismieli blocks a jab. Kaunismieli works over Tyrone Jones's head and body with a nice combination. Tyrone Jones misses with a left hand and Tyrone Jones takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Kaunismieli moves forwards but Tyrone Jones connects with a nice, crisp jab. Tyrone Jones misses with a wild body shot. Tyrone Jones avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T3# Tyrone Jones defending well as Kaunismieli loads up on a big left hand. Kaunismieli misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Kaunismieli looks to throw the jab but Tyrone Jones is out of range. Kaunismieli throws a head kick but Tyrone Jones moves out of range.
Tyrone Jones takes a swing at Kaunismieli's ribcage but misses. Tyrone Jones throws a right hand that misses
and Kaunismieli counters with a left to the body. A big right from Kaunismieli misses. Nice shot lands for Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Kaunismieli tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. Kaunismieli ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Tyrone Jones throws a hook but Kaunismieli avoids it easily. Kaunismieli tries a quick counter leg kick but Tyrone Jones is wise to it. Tyrone Jones wants to land a leg kick but Kaunismieli is out of range. Kaunismieli misses with a series of wild punches.
Tyrone Jones lands with a cross. #T4# Jab by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones misses with a looping right. It seemed like Kaunismieli was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Kaunismieli misses with a straight left. Tyrone Jones misses with a wild body shot. Tyrone Jones slips under a jab from Kaunismieli. Tyrone Jones scores with a hook to the body. Kaunismieli takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. Tyrone Jones misses with a left hand and Kaunismieli counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena. A shot to the body from Tyrone Jones misses letting Kaunismieli counter with a right hand. Tyrone Jones throws a body punch but Kaunismieli moves out of range. Tyrone Jones swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Kaunismieli. Tyrone Jones bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Kaunismieli's head. Tyrone Jones throws a lazy uppercut
and Kaunismieli makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range. Tyrone Jones moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot. Tyrone Jones looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that. Tyrone Jones lands a jab to Kaunismieli's midsection. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Tyrone Jones throws a nice outside leg kick. Kaunismieli misses with a straight left. Tyrone Jones doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body. A slapping body kick lands there for Kaunismieli. 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 Russell Tyrone Jones will probably get the nod. The cut man is working on Russell Tyrone Jones's cut. That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. #R3# Tyrone Jones fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt. The crowd cheers as Kaunismieli lands an impressive looking overhand right. Tyrone Jones doesn't seem phased though. Tyrone Jones on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Tyrone Jones fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Kaunismieli. Tyrone Jones swings widly with a right hand
and Kaunismieli cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. Tyrone Jones ducks down and throws a hook to the body. Tyrone Jones bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut. Tyrone Jones pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way. Tyrone Jones misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kaunismieli.
#CL2# Kaunismieli has taken the fight to the clinch.
Tyrone Jones working aggressively here.
Tyrone Jones blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Kaunismieli misses with a hook from the clinch. A short left from Tyrone Jones. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Kaunismieli blocks an uppercut.
#BC2# Kaunismieli breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Tyrone Jones shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down. #T1# Tyrone Jones attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin. A shot to the body from Tyrone Jones misses and Kaunismieli counters with a body kick. Kaunismieli slips under a jab. Kaunismieli uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tyrone Jones. A nice leg kick lands there from Kaunismieli. Tyrone Jones misses with a body punch
and Kaunismieli counters with a lovely straight right hand! A swing and a miss from Kaunismieli. Tyrone Jones throws a hook but Kaunismieli blocks it. Tyrone Jones throws a predictable looking body shot
and Kaunismieli counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. Tyrone Jones swings for the body but Kaunismieli moves out of range.
Tyrone Jones will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body. Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Kaunismieli. Tyrone Jones shrugs it off though. Both fighters are breathing heavily. Kaunismieli walks into a straight right hand from Tyrone Jones. Kaunismieli fakes a jab and scores with a low kick. Tyrone Jones takes one on the button. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Tyrone Jones tests Kaunismieli's chin there with a solid looking shot. Kaunismieli cracks Tyrone Jones with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd. Kaunismieli lands a really nice looking cross but Tyrone Jones seems unphased.
#T2# Tyrone Jones walks into a straight right hand from Kaunismieli. Kaunismieli steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones throws a looping overhand right but Kaunismieli ducks down to avoid it. Kaunismieli tries to counter by closing the distance. Kaunismieli dips to his left and cracks Tyrone Jones with an uppercut! Kalervo Kaunismieli seems to be getting the better of the standup. A slow jab from Kaunismieli misses its intended target. Kaunismieli fakes a head shot and lands one to the body. Kaunismieli uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones throws a hook but Kaunismieli blocks it. Kaunismieli scores with a nice head shot. Tyrone Jones avoids the body shot from Kaunismieli.
Tyrone Jones swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect. Kaunismieli digs a good hook to Tyrone Jones's body.
Tyrone Jones throws a big shot that misses. Kaunismieli looks like he wants to counter punch here. Kaunismieli throws a body shot but no joy. A jab from Tyrone Jones misses. Tyrone Jones misses with a hook. Kaunismieli misses with an attempted mid kick.
Kaunismieli paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.#T3# Kaunismieli tries to clinch up. Tyrone Jones turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick. Tyrone Jones jabs Kaunismieli to the body, keeping him at a distance. Kaunismieli looks to score with a jab to the body but Tyrone Jones is just out of range. Kaunismieli on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere. Tyrone Jones misses with a lunging right hand
and Kaunismieli counters with a nice uppercut. Tyrone Jones just misses with a punch to the body.
A jab from Tyrone Jones misses. Kaunismieli throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tyrone Jones sees it coming and avoids it easily. Kaunismieli needs to keep his hands up - Tyrone Jones had a free shot at his head there. Tyrone Jones fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Kaunismieli has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage. A slow jab from Tyrone Jones misses its intended target. #CL2# Kaunismieli clinches with his opponent.
Tyrone Jones lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Tyrone Jones lands a nice uppercut. Tyrone Jones struggles to land a body shot inside as Kaunismieli controls his hands.
Kaunismieli tries a body shot but Tyrone Jones blocks it.
Tyrone Jones is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.#T4# A right handed body shot lands from Kaunismieli.
Tyrone Jones blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Kaunismieli lands a body punch in the clinch. Tyrone Jones prevents a body shot from Kaunismieli. With the fighters clinched against the cage, Kaunismieli creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. Tyrone Jones misses with a short punch on the inside. Kaunismieli misses with the head strike.
#BC# Tyrone Jones pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Kaunismieli tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tyrone Jones was well out of range. Poor timing from Kaunismieli. Tyrone Jones misses with a low kick. #CL2# Kaunismieli moves into the clinch. Tyrone Jones throws a punch but it's blocked by Kaunismieli. A short body shot lands from Kaunismieli as the two fighters clinch.
Kaunismieli presses Tyrone Jones against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot. Kalervo Kaunismieli seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Kaunismieli lands a body shot in the clinch.
Kaunismieli misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tyrone Jones is trying to break the clinch but Kaunismieli has him pressed against the cage. A short right from Kaunismieli. Tyrone Jones blocks a body shot from Kaunismieli. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Kalervo Kaunismieli really dominated that round. The cut man is working on Russell Tyrone Jones's cut. That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. #R4# A jab from Kaunismieli finds it's way through Tyrone Jones's defenses. Tyrone Jones's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Kaunismieli connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Tyrone Jones scrambles back to his feet. Kaunismieli lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw. Tyrone Jones listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut. Tyrone Jones shoots in for a takedown but Kaunismieli shows good takedown defense. Kaunismieli throws a fast counter high kick but Tyrone Jones manages to duck under it in time. Tyrone Jones throws a body kick that misses. Kaunismieli doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body. Tyrone Jones throws a hook but Kaunismieli avoids it easily. Tyrone Jones is looking to chop away at Kaunismieli's legs. Kaunismieli tries to counter with a clinch but Tyrone Jones shakes him off and moves away. Tyrone Jones walks into a straight right hand from Kaunismieli. Kaunismieli cracks Tyrone Jones with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage. Tyrone Jones throws a jab but it's blocked by Kaunismieli. Tyrone Jones misses the jab. 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! Tyrone Jones throws an overhand right that lands on Kaunismieli's shoulder, as Kaunismieli tries to avoid the shot. Tyrone Jones looks to land a right hand but Kaunismieli moved out of range. Kaunismieli throws a good cross that connects.
Kaunismieli getting the better of the striking in that exchange. Kaunismieli ducks under a wild hook from Tyrone Jones.#T1# Tyrone Jones tries a low kick but Kaunismieli avoids it. Kaunismieli lands a nice looking body shot.
Tyrone Jones misses with a hook
and Kaunismieli counters with a straight right hand. Tyrone Jones fakes a head shot and lands one to the body. Tyrone Jones tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him. Kaunismieli throws a head kick that half lands.
Tyrone Jones lands with a nice body punch. Tyrone Jones tries to land a leg kick but Kaunismieli saw it coming and moves away.
Kaunismieli bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Tyrone Jones misses with a looping left. Tyrone Jones misses with a hook. Kaunismieli avoids the body shot from Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones loads up on a big right hand but Kaunismieli slips the punch. Kaunismieli ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent. Tyrone Jones throws a wild body kick that Kaunismieli sees coming a mile off. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Kaunismieli slips under a jab. Tyrone Jones thuds his right hand into Kaunismieli's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#T2# Kaunismieli scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business. Tyrone Jones throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kaunismieli takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away. Tyrone Jones fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kaunismieli manages to avoid it. Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Tyrone Jones 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 Kaunismieli has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Kaunismieli and we're back underway with a touch of gloves. Kaunismieli fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Tyrone Jones looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath. Kaunismieli fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Tyrone Jones has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage. Tyrone Jones attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin. Kaunismieli with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Tyrone Jones connects with a single shot there. Tyrone Jones swats away the attempt to clinch by Kaunismieli. Tyrone Jones getting the better of the striking in that exchange. Tyrone Jones is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight. Tyrone Jones misses with an uppercut. Kaunismieli saw that one coming. Tyrone Jones throws a hook but Kaunismieli blocks it. Tyrone Jones throws a looping overhand right but Kaunismieli ducks down to avoid it. #T3# Tyrone Jones looks to land a right hand but Kaunismieli moved out of range. Kaunismieli looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it. Tyrone Jones misses with a looping left. Kaunismieli feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Tyrone Jones's calf. Tyrone Jones ducks right into an uppercut from Kaunismieli. Tyrone Jones misses with an uppercut. Tyrone Jones misses the body punch and Kaunismieli connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. A slapping leg kick lands for Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones walks into a left hand. Tyrone Jones walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Kaunismieli checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side. Tyrone Jones throws a shot from downtown. Kaunismieli moves away and avoids it. Kaunismieli stuns Tyrone Jones with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range. Kaunismieli uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tyrone Jones.
Kaunismieli tries to bum rush Tyrone Jones with a series of wild strikes but Tyrone Jones uses good footwork to avoid the assault. Tyrone Jones throws a jab but it's blocked by Kaunismieli. Tyrone Jones lands a nice shot to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Tyrone Jones throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tyrone Jones lands a nice shot to the body.
#T4# Kaunismieli fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones scores with a jab to the body. Kaunismieli tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Tyrone Jones paws at him with a jab and circles away. Tyrone Jones comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range. Tyrone Jones fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kaunismieli manages to avoid it. Tyrone Jones misses with a looping left. Tyrone Jones misses with a lunging right hand
and Kaunismieli counters with a stiff right hand. Tyrone Jones misses with a looping left. Kaunismieli throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones looks to score with a jab to the body but Kaunismieli is just out of range. Tyrone Jones wants to land a leg kick but Kaunismieli is out of range. Kaunismieli was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind. Kaunismieli walks into a stiff left hand from Tyrone Jones. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. A big right from Kaunismieli misses. Tyrone Jones throws a low kick but Kaunismieli avoids it. Kaunismieli throws a hook but Tyrone Jones avoids it easily. Kaunismieli checks a leg kick. Kaunismieli ducks under a wild hook from Tyrone Jones. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close fourth round but I would say that Russell Tyrone Jones will probably get the nod. The cut man is working on Russell Tyrone Jones's cut. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round! #R5# Kaunismieli misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tyrone Jones.
Kaunismieli checks the leg kick nicely there.
Tyrone Jones moves out of range of the strikes. Tyrone Jones is looking to slow Kaunismieli down with leg kicks. #CL2# Kaunismieli gets in close and instigates a clinch. A quick uppercut on the inside from Kaunismieli. Kaunismieli throws a head punch that misses. Tyrone Jones struggles to land a body shot inside as Kaunismieli controls his hands.
Tyrone Jones misses with a punch on the inside.
A short left from Kaunismieli. Kaunismieli presses Tyrone Jones against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot. A short body shot lands from Kaunismieli as the two fighters clinch.
Kaunismieli misses with a hook from the clinch. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Tyrone Jones drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Kaunismieli doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tyrone Jones blocks an uppercut.
Tyrone Jones throws a head punch that misses. Come on Tyrone Jones - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
#T1# Tyrone Jones throws a punch but it's blocked by Kaunismieli. A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors. Tyrone Jones throws a head punch that misses. Kaunismieli lands with a short shot to the head. Kaunismieli blocks an uppercut.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones misses with a punch to the body.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Tyrone Jones. Kaunismieli lands a body shot in the clinch.
Both of our modern day gladiators look out of it here - a gruelling 5 rounds of action taking it's toll on them, no doubt. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kaunismieli. Tyrone Jones tries to stall but Kaunismieli uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
A shot in the inside from Kaunismieli. Kaunismieli tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tyrone Jones's elbow. Tyrone Jones misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tyrone Jones lands with a short head shot on the inside. Kaunismieli working some nice short punches in the clinch. A short left from Kaunismieli. Tyrone Jones has had enough of the clinch but Kaunismieli keeps him there for the moment.#T2# Kaunismieli is working Tyrone Jones over against the cage. A right handed body shot lands from Kaunismieli.
Kaunismieli has Tyrone Jones pushed against the cage. Kaunismieli scores with an uppercut up the middle. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Kaunismieli lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Tyrone Jones backwards. Kaunismieli lands a left hand.
#ROC2# Tyrone Jones is rocked! Tyrone Jones misses with a short punch on the inside. Oh Tyrone Jones is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!! Kaunismieli blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tyrone Jones seems to have got his legs back now. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tyrone Jones. Kaunismieli misses with a punch to the body.
Kaunismieli lands a shot to the body. A right hand to the body from Kaunismieli.
Kaunismieli lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Tyrone Jones or not. Kaunismieli misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kaunismieli lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Tyrone Jones backwards. Kaunismieli makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut. Kaunismieli lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Tyrone Jones or not. With the fighters clinched against the cage, Kaunismieli creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. Kaunismieli lands with a light punch inside. #T3# Nice body punch from Kaunismieli - that landed with a thud.
Kaunismieli gets through Tyrone Jones's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. Kaunismieli has a couple of punches blocked by Tyrone Jones.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kaunismieli. Tyrone Jones is trying to stall.
Tyrone Jones trying to control the position but instead, Kaunismieli has worked for underhooks and has pushed Tyrone Jones into the cage. Tyrone Jones seems a little flustered. He's come in with the intention of controlling the clinch but Kaunismieli is preventing him from doing so, at least for the moment. Kaunismieli lands a left hand that snaps the head of Tyrone Jones backwards. Tyrone Jones swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kaunismieli lands with a short shot to the head. Kaunismieli blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Kaunismieli cracks Tyrone Jones with a nice body shot. Tyrone Jones blocks a body shot from Kaunismieli. Tyrone Jones tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kaunismieli's elbow. Kaunismieli lands with a left to the head. Kaunismieli misses with a short punch on the inside. Kaunismieli throws a head punch that misses. Kaunismieli lands with a short punch from the clinch.
#T4# A short right from Tyrone Jones. Kaunismieli lands a body shot in the clinch.
Kaunismieli lands with a right to the head. 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! Kaunismieli has Tyrone Jones pressed against the cage, preventing Tyrone Jones from circling away and getting back to striking at range. A right hook to the body lands for Kaunismieli.
Kaunismieli tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Tyrone Jones wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee. Tyrone Jones wants a takedown.
Tyrone Jones drops down looking for an ankle pick but Kaunismieli pulls his leg out and moves away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Russell Tyrone Jones. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL2# Kaunismieli closes the distance and pushes Tyrone Jones back into the cage. A shot in the inside from Kaunismieli. Tyrone Jones looking to stall.
Kaunismieli stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body. Kaunismieli tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Kaunismieli lands a body shot. Kaunismieli doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
And that's the end of the fight! Kalervo Kaunismieli comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. Well Kaunismieli 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 45:50 Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 47:48 Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 47:48
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kalervo Kaunismieli! Kalervo Kaunismieli is the new middleweight champion! After winning the bout, Kalervo Kaunismieli thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. In defeat, Russell Tyrone Jones stepped up to the mic, saying 'Wu Tang is for the children. We teach the children... Wu Tang fuh eva!'.
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Event:
Syn 572 - No Surrender
Date: Apr 07, 2018 |
#R1# The fighters circle momentarily. Tyrone Jones darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.#CUT# It looks like Zeus Obliteratii has been cut. Tyrone Jones uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Obliteratii. Obliteratii looks to score with a jab to the body but Tyrone Jones is just out of range. Tyrone Jones tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Obliteratii manages to circle out of the way. Tyrone Jones has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Razor Sharp Training Systems in the buildup to the fight. Obliteratii throws a head kick but Tyrone Jones moves out of range.
Obliteratii connects with a good right hand that stumbles Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones circles away out of range and recomposes himself. Obliteratii slips a straight right by Tyrone Jones. Obliteratii keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tyrone Jones. Obliteratii with a nice cross. Obliteratii thows a left - swing and a miss! Obliteratii uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tyrone Jones. Obliteratii throws the left hand but Tyrone Jones avoids the punch easily. Tyrone Jones throws a body punch but Obliteratii moves out of range. Obliteratii throws out a counter right but Tyrone Jones avoids it with no problem. Tyrone Jones tries to clinch but Obliteratii moves out of range. Obliteratii scores with a hook. Obliteratii throws a body kick that digs right into the meat. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Tyrone Jones takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor. Tyrone Jones ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Obliteratii moves away. Tyrone Jones tests Obliteratii's chin there with a solid looking shot. Tyrone Jones throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Tyrone Jones fakes a jab and scores with a low kick. Tyrone Jones will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Obliteratii feints a counter leg kick. Nice takedown defense from Obliteratii. No joy for Tyrone Jones on that attempt. #T1# Tyrone Jones slips a jab from Obliteratii. Tyrone Jones lands a jab to the head.
Tyrone Jones tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Obliteratii was well out of range. Poor timing from Tyrone Jones. Obliteratii replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Tyrone Jones blocks it well. Tyrone Jones takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming. We've been informed that Obliteratii 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. A jab from Obliteratii misses. As Obliteratii tries to get set, Tyrone Jones tries to push him back and clinch up but Obliteratii manages to avoid the attempt. Tyrone Jones misses with a right hand and Obliteratii counters with a nice body shot. Nice uppercut lands for Tyrone Jones. That snapped Obliteratii's head back.
Tyrone Jones lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.#CL# Tyrone Jones closes the distance and clinches. Tyrone Jones works on Obliteratii's body with a couple of short punches. Obliteratii lands on the inside with an uppercut. Obliteratii misses with a punch to the body.
Tyrone Jones takes a shot to the head. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Tyrone Jones is looking to take this one to the mat. Tyrone Jones has a couple of punches blocked by Obliteratii.
Tyrone Jones stalling in the clinch.
A nice right hand lands inside from Obliteratii. Obliteratii lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. A short left from Tyrone Jones. #CUT# That has opened up Zeus Obliteratii's cut even more. Obliteratii tries to work over Tyrone Jones's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Tyrone Jones has a couple of punches blocked by Obliteratii.
#T2##BC2# Obliteratii breaks from the clinch.
Obliteratii takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Obliteratii blocks a jab. Tyrone Jones swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Obliteratii throws a quick inside leg kick. Obliteratii lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Tyrone Jones at a distance.
Obliteratii slips a straight right by Tyrone Jones. Obliteratii ducks under a wild hook from Tyrone Jones. Obliteratii connects with a body shot. Tyrone Jones misses with an uppercut. Obliteratii saw that one coming. Obliteratii is looking to clinch. Obliteratii keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A little jabbing left from Obliteratii on the counter but it doesn't find it's target. Obliteratii connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. Tyrone Jones paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button. Obliteratii bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Obliteratii delivers a nice body kick. Tyrone Jones just misses with a punch to the body.
Tyrone Jones scoring well with a low kick there.
Obliteratii lands with a straight right. Tyrone Jones didn't see that one coming.#T3# Tyrone Jones missing with a left hand there. Obliteratii was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. A big left from Obliteratii misses. Obliteratii defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Tyrone Jones. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Russell Tyrone Jones. That's going to take a lot out of him. Obliteratii throws a front kick that sends Tyrone Jones stumbling back into the cage. Obliteratii scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent. Tyrone Jones looks to throw the jab but Obliteratii is out of range. Obliteratii appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body. Tyrone Jones drops his hands momentarily and Obliteratii takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. Tyrone Jones takes a head kick and keeps coming.
#CUT2# It looks like Russell Tyrone Jones has been cut. Tyrone Jones wants to slow Obliteratii down by chopping away at his legs. Tyrone Jones lunges at Obliteratii with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Obliteratii's hand. Tyrone Jones showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Obliteratii.
Tyrone Jones takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Tyrone Jones takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Obliteratii takes a shot right to the bread basket. Obliteratii staying out of range there. Tyrone Jones with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Obliteratii to score with a decent uppercut. Obliteratii lands a head shot.#T4# Tyrone Jones has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Obliteratii. Tyrone Jones takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.#CUT# The cut above Zeus Obliteratii's eye is starting to cause him problems now. Tyrone Jones's jab looks to have found its range, popping Obliteratii under the eye. Tyrone Jones takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Tyrone Jones takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket. Tyrone Jones bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick. Tyrone Jones keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Obliteratii blocks a jab. Tyrone Jones misses with a hook
and Tyrone Jones takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Tyrone Jones is really peppering his opponent's head with punches. Obliteratii ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. A swing and a miss from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target. Obliteratii looks to land a right hand but Tyrone Jones moved out of range. Tyrone Jones is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Obliteratii. As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action. Tyrone Jones throws a body shot but no joy. Obliteratii dips down and scores with a jab to the body. A big left from Tyrone Jones misses. Obliteratii thuds a left hand into Tyrone Jones's body. A big right from Tyrone Jones misses. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Zeus Obliteratii dominated that round. Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval. 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# Tyrone Jones walks forward, straight into a front kick from Obliteratii. Obliteratii checks the leg kick. Tyrone Jones tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Obliteratii paws at him with a jab and circles away. Obliteratii throws a leg kick which misses Tyrone Jones's front leg but catches the back leg as Tyrone Jones tries to avoid it. Tyrone Jones looks to land a right hand but Obliteratii moved out of range. A jab from Tyrone Jones misses. Obliteratii stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Tyrone Jones. Obliteratii smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button. Tyrone Jones scores with a jab to the jaw. Obliteratii checks a low kick from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones throws a jab but it's blocked by Obliteratii. Obliteratii throws a push kick but Tyrone Jones slaps the foot to one side. A slapping leg kick lands for Obliteratii.
Tyrone Jones shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down. Tyrone Jones ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body 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! Tyrone Jones misses the shot to the body. A jab from Obliteratii does it's job there. Obliteratii throws a big shot that misses. Obliteratii moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.#T1# Obliteratii looks to land a right hand but Tyrone Jones moved out of range.#CL# Tyrone Jones rushes Obliteratii and presses him up against the cage. Tyrone Jones misses with a punch to the body.
Obliteratii misses with a body punch.
Obliteratii blocks an uppercut.
Tyrone Jones scores with a shoulder strike. Tyrone Jones misses with a short punch on the inside. A battle for position here, against the cage. A head punch blocked on the inside by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones swings wildly with an uppercut but Obliteratii uses good head movement to avoid it. Tyrone Jones tries to work over Obliteratii's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Obliteratii tries a body shot but Tyrone Jones blocks it.
Tyrone Jones swings away with an uppercut that misses.
#BC# Tyrone Jones breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Obliteratii scores with a shot to the body.
Obliteratii lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh. Tyrone Jones just misses with a punch to the body.
A jab from Tyrone Jones finds it's way through Obliteratii's defenses. #T2# Tyrone Jones tries to score with a low kick but Obliteratii moves his leg out of the way. Obliteratii looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it. Obliteratii ducks down and throws a hook to the body. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Obliteratii avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Tyrone Jones looks to throw the jab but Obliteratii is out of range. Obliteratii is looking to slow Tyrone Jones down with leg kicks. Tyrone Jones scores with a jab to the body. Good leg kick by Obliteratii there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Obliteratii avoids the body shot from Tyrone Jones.
Obliteratii ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Tyrone Jones attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin. Obliteratii keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Tyrone Jones lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.#CUT# Zeus Obliteratii's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters. Tyrone Jones connects with a body shot that sends Obliteratii's belly button to the back. A jab from Obliteratii misses. Obliteratii throws a lazy right hand but Tyrone Jones sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Tyrone Jones lands with a nice body punch. Tyrone Jones misses with a looping left. A shot to the liver by Tyrone Jones. Beautiful body shot.#T3# Tyrone Jones ducks down and throws a hook to the body. Nice jab there from Tyrone Jones. Obliteratii uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tyrone Jones. Obliteratii throws a leg kick which misses Tyrone Jones's front leg but catches the back leg as Tyrone Jones tries to avoid it. Obliteratii blocks a jab. Tyrone Jones pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Obliteratii is trying to counter with his kicks. Obliteratii slips under a jab. Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones checks a low kick from Obliteratii. Obliteratii scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Tyrone Jones doesn't seem bothered though. Obliteratii fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Tyrone Jones looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath. Tyrone Jones misses with a body shot
and Obliteratii connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Obliteratii dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Obliteratii ducks under a wild hook from Tyrone Jones. Obliteratii ducks under a wild hook from Tyrone Jones. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Tyrone Jones slips a jab from Obliteratii. Tyrone Jones darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
The referee calls the doctor in to look at Zeus Obliteratii's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:06 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Russell Tyrone Jones! After the fight, Russell Tyrone Jones 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:
Syn 565 - Into The Abyss
Date: Feb 17, 2018 |
#R1# Kaunismieli swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Kaunismieli moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot. Tyrone Jones throws a hook but Kaunismieli blocks it. Tyrone Jones connects with an inside leg kick. Kaunismieli slips under a jab from Tyrone Jones.#CL# Kaunismieli fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Tyrone Jones, pushing him back against the cage. Kaunismieli tries a body shot but Tyrone Jones blocks it.
Tyrone Jones throws a punch but it's blocked by Kaunismieli. Tyrone Jones misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kaunismieli tries to throw a body punch but Tyrone Jones avoids it by throwing Kaunismieli back against the cage. Kaunismieli lands a right hand. #BC2# Tyrone Jones breaks from the clinch.
Kaunismieli 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.
Tyrone Jones takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Tyrone Jones connects with a solid leg kick. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Tyrone Jones lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent. Tyrone Jones misses with a looping left. We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Tyrone Jones 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. Tyrone Jones throws a push kick but Kaunismieli slaps the foot to one side. Russell Tyrone Jones seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Kaunismieli is looking to clinch. Tyrone Jones misses with a lunging right hand
and Kaunismieli counters with a left to the body. Kaunismieli misses with a low kick.
Tyrone Jones throws a hook to the side of Kaunismieli's head but Kaunismieli sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#T1##CL# Kaunismieli rushes Tyrone Jones and presses him up against the cage. Tyrone Jones makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut. Kaunismieli misses with some punches.
Kaunismieli lands a nice uppercut. Kaunismieli lands a right hand that snaps the head of Tyrone Jones backwards. Kaunismieli misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tyrone Jones misses with a short punch on the inside. Kaunismieli fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tyrone Jones tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Tyrone Jones presses Kaunismieli against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot. Kaunismieli blocks a body shot from Tyrone Jones. Good body shot from Kaunismieli.
Tyrone Jones doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A head punch on the inside from Tyrone Jones fails to land. Kaunismieli lands with a short head shot on the inside. Tyrone Jones blocks a body shot from Kaunismieli. Tyrone Jones works on Kaunismieli's body with a couple of short punches.#BC2# Tyrone Jones breaks from the clinch.
Kaunismieli misses with a low kick.
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! Tyrone Jones misses with a body shot.
Kaunismieli appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body. Kaunismieli bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Kaunismieli misses with a low kick as Tyrone Jones jumps back.#T2# Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Tyrone Jones, as that shot connected.
Kaunismieli moves out of range of the strikes. Tyrone Jones defending well as Kaunismieli loads up on a big left hand. Kaunismieli connects with a body shot that sends Tyrone Jones's belly button to the back. Tyrone Jones rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Kaunismieli counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Donk. Tyrone Jones catches Kaunismieli right on the button with a cross. Tyrone Jones is looking to slow Kaunismieli down with leg kicks. Tyrone Jones tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kaunismieli was well out of range. Poor timing from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it. Kaunismieli throwing a counter right hand but Tyrone Jones manages to avoid it. Kaunismieli jabbing away but nothing is landing. Kaunismieli misses with a straight left. Kaunismieli lands a nice hook to Tyrone Jones's body. Tyrone Jones takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. Kaunismieli drops his hands momentarily and Tyrone Jones takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. Kaunismieli moves away from the strike by Tyrone Jones. Kaunismieli is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Nice defenses there by Kaunismieli. Kaunismieli is looking to chop away at Tyrone Jones's legs. Kaunismieli slips under a jab.#T3# Kaunismieli throws a low kick but it's checked well by Tyrone Jones. The fighters circle momentarily. Tyrone Jones darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch. A chopping leg kick lands by Tyrone Jones. Kaunismieli on the wrong end of a nice jab. Kaunismieli displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tyrone Jones throws out the jab. Kaunismieli has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Tyrone Jones. Kaunismieli avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Tyrone Jones keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kaunismieli. Tyrone Jones throws a low kick, looking for Kaunismieli's leg but Kaunismieli calmly moves out of range. Nice defenses there by Tyrone Jones. Kaunismieli takes a body punch but keeps moving. Tyrone Jones moves forwards but Kaunismieli connects with a nice, crisp jab. Tyrone Jones fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Kaunismieli on the side of the head. Kaunismieli tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Tyrone Jones paws at him with a jab and circles away. Tyrone Jones needs to keep his hands up - Kaunismieli had a free shot at his head there. Kaunismieli looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight. Tyrone Jones is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Kaunismieli had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Tyrone Jones throws a leg kick but Kaunismieli sees it coming and checks it nicely. Kaunismieli misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones misses with a body punch
and Kaunismieli counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. Kaunismieli walks into a left hand. Tyrone Jones turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.#T4# Tyrone Jones connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt. Kaunismieli lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Tyrone Jones at a distance.
Tyrone Jones gets off balance looking for a body kick and Kaunismieli makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick. Tyrone Jones misses with a left hand and Kaunismieli connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Kaunismieli misses with a straight left. Donk. Tyrone Jones catches Kaunismieli right on the button with a cross. Tyrone Jones ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kaunismieli moves away. Kaunismieli throws a wild body kick that Tyrone Jones sees coming a mile off. Tyrone Jones throws a hook but Kaunismieli blocks it. Kaunismieli checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time. A jab from Tyrone Jones misses. Tyrone Jones misses with a hook. Tyrone Jones waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kaunismieli. Tyrone Jones throws a body punch but Kaunismieli moves out of range. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Tyrone Jones uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kaunismieli. A slow jab from Kaunismieli misses its intended target. Tyrone Jones looks to score with a jab to the body but Kaunismieli is just out of range. A chopping leg kick lands by Kaunismieli. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Russell Tyrone Jones will probably get the nod. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. #R2# Tyrone Jones takes a jab right on the kisser.
Tyrone Jones cracks a nice hook into Kaunismieli's ribs. Kaunismieli checks the leg kick. Kaunismieli stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Tyrone Jones. Jab by Kaunismieli. Kaunismieli with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Tyrone Jones to score with a decent uppercut. Kaunismieli avoids a kick to the body.
Kaunismieli connects with a solid leg kick. Tyrone Jones throws a lazy uppercut
and Kaunismieli counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. Tyrone Jones misses with a straight left. Tyrone Jones misses with a looping right. Tyrone Jones scores with a punch to the head. Kaunismieli doesn't manage to clinch there - Tyrone Jones circles away.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Good standup being displayed there by Tyrone Jones as he connects with a hook. Tyrone Jones lands with a good body shot. Kaunismieli takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away. A shot to the body from Tyrone Jones misses enabling Kaunismieli to counter with a crisp jab. Tyrone Jones fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Kaunismieli looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath. Kaunismieli lunges at Tyrone Jones with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Tyrone Jones's hand. #T1# Tyrone Jones throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. Kaunismieli throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tyrone Jones sees it coming and avoids it easily. Kaunismieli chopping away at his opponent's legs.
A slow jab from Kaunismieli misses its intended target. Tyrone Jones fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kaunismieli manages to avoid it. Tyrone Jones misses with a looping left. Tyrone Jones fakes a jab and scores with a low kick. Tyrone Jones ducks down and throws a hook to the body. Kaunismieli slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range. Tyrone Jones cracks the inside of Kaunismieli's front leg. Tyrone Jones waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kaunismieli. The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now. Kaunismieli connects with a right hand. Tyrone Jones shakes it off. Kaunismieli takes a kick to the body and keeps moving. Kaunismieli throws a looping overhand right but Tyrone Jones ducks down to avoid it. Tyrone Jones steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kaunismieli. Tyrone Jones swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. A swing and a miss from Kaunismieli. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Tyrone Jones throws a front kick aimed at Kaunismieli's knee but Kaunismieli avoids it well. Tyrone Jones lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.#T2# Tyrone Jones misses with an uppercut. Kaunismieli saw that one coming. Kaunismieli keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kaunismieli misses with a looping right. Tyrone Jones throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Nice shot lands for Kaunismieli. Tyrone Jones misses with an uppercut. Kaunismieli saw that one coming. Tyrone Jones throws a big shot that misses. Tyrone Jones lands a slapping body shot.
Nice defenses there by Kaunismieli. Kaunismieli tries to bum rush Tyrone Jones with a series of wild strikes but Tyrone Jones uses good footwork to avoid the assault. Russell Tyrone Jones seems to be getting the better of the standup. Kaunismieli waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tyrone Jones. Nice uppercut lands for Tyrone Jones. That snapped Kaunismieli's head back.
Kaunismieli misses with an uppercut. Tyrone Jones misses with a straight left. Tyrone Jones throws a looping overhand right but Kaunismieli ducks down to avoid it. Good work by Kaunismieli as he checks the leg kick. Kaunismieli checks a leg kick. Tyrone Jones throws a body shot but no joy. #T3# A lazy left from Tyrone Jones finds it's target. Tyrone Jones throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tyrone Jones checks the leg kick. Tyrone Jones lands a nice looking kick to the body. Kaunismieli takes a step back to recover. Tyrone Jones connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. Tyrone Jones 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.
Tyrone Jones uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kaunismieli. Tyrone Jones is looking to score with low kicks. Tyrone Jones lands a right hook to the body.
Tyrone Jones lands a jab. Tyrone Jones throws an off balance right hand
and Kaunismieli counters with a right hand to the body. Kaunismieli uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones looks to land a left hand but Kaunismieli moved out of range nicely. Kaunismieli swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect. Donk. Tyrone Jones catches Kaunismieli right on the button with a cross. Tyrone Jones throws a body shot but no joy. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Kaunismieli darts in and out, connecting with a jab. Kaunismieli is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight. Tyrone Jones is looking to chop away at Kaunismieli's legs. #T4# Kaunismieli takes a swing at Tyrone Jones's ribcage but misses. Tyrone Jones thows a left - swing and a miss! We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Tyrone Jones in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off. Kaunismieli misses with a wild body shot. Tyrone Jones lands a jab to the head.
Kaunismieli blocks a jab. Kaunismieli ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent. A swing and a miss from Tyrone Jones. A telegraphed right hand from Kaunismieli misses the target. Tyrone Jones keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kaunismieli. Kaunismieli staying out of range there. Kaunismieli is looking to counter punch.#CL# Kaunismieli closes the distance and clinches. Good anti-grappling being displayed by Kaunismieli as Tyrone Jones tries to tie him up. Tyrone Jones looking to stall.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Kaunismieli misses with a body punch.
Tyrone Jones misses with a body punch.
A right hand to the body from Kaunismieli.
Tyrone Jones fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kaunismieli swings wildly with an uppercut but Tyrone Jones uses good head movement to avoid it. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Russell Tyrone Jones showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. 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# Kaunismieli is looking to clinch. Kaunismieli swings for the body but Tyrone Jones moves out of range.
Tyrone Jones lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh. Kaunismieli looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that. Tyrone Jones fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kaunismieli manages to avoid it. A nice leg kick lands there from Tyrone Jones. Nice shot lands for Kaunismieli. Kaunismieli swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Tyrone Jones throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kaunismieli sees it coming and avoids it easily. Kaunismieli throws a looping overhand right but Tyrone Jones ducks down to avoid it. #CL# Kaunismieli has closed the distance and engaged Tyrone Jones in a clinch.
#BC2# Tyrone Jones breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. Kaunismieli misses with a straight right. Kaunismieli looks to score with a jab to the body but Tyrone Jones is just out of range. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Kaunismieli takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards. Tyrone Jones pivots, looking for a leg kick but Kaunismieli is out of range and Tyrone Jones settles back down. Tyrone Jones jabs at Kaunismieli's body. Kaunismieli has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Tyrone Jones. Kaunismieli moves out of range of the strikes. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Tyrone Jones throws a push kick but Kaunismieli slaps the foot to one side. #T1# Tyrone Jones shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down. Tyrone Jones ducks under a wild hook from Kaunismieli. Kaunismieli throws a leg kick but Tyrone Jones sees it coming and moves out of range. Tyrone Jones stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush. Tyrone Jones jabbing away but nothing is landing. Kaunismieli fires out a quick counter leg kick but Tyrone Jones just manages to avoid it. Tyrone Jones throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kaunismieli lands a nice looking body shot.
Tyrone Jones misses with a straight left. Tyrone Jones scores with a leg kick.
Jab, jab by Tyrone Jones - just one landing. Tyrone Jones steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kaunismieli. Tyrone Jones lands a body shot.
Kaunismieli looks to score with a jab to the body but Tyrone Jones is just out of range. Tyrone Jones takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming. Kaunismieli steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tyrone Jones. Kaunismieli waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones throws a half hearted mid kick. Kaunismieli misses with an uppercut. #T2# Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Kaunismieli tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him. Decent striking displayed by Tyrone Jones there. Tyrone Jones throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kaunismieli sees it coming and avoids it easily. Kaunismieli swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Tyrone Jones works Kaunismieli's body with a nice hook. Tyrone Jones throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Kaunismieli on the side of the head. Kaunismieli misses the shot to the body. Tyrone Jones lands a right hook to the body.
Tyrone Jones slips a jab and a cross from Kaunismieli.
Kaunismieli keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tyrone Jones. Kaunismieli gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Kaunismieli fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tyrone Jones manages to avoid it. Tyrone Jones looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it. Nice straight punches there by Tyrone Jones. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones loads up on a big right hand but Kaunismieli slips the punch. Kaunismieli throwing a counter right hand but Tyrone Jones manages to avoid it. Tyrone Jones will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
A jab from Kaunismieli misses. #T3# Kaunismieli takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Tyrone Jones lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise. Kaunismieli fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Tyrone Jones looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath. Kaunismieli keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tyrone Jones pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Good leg kick by Kaunismieli there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Kaunismieli blocks a jab. Kaunismieli uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tyrone Jones.
Kaunismieli ducks under a wild hook from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target. Tyrone Jones gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Kaunismieli. Kaunismieli avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Kaunismieli throws the left hand but Tyrone Jones avoids the punch easily. Kaunismieli takes a body punch but keeps moving. #CL# Kaunismieli moves into the clinch. Tyrone Jones swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tyrone Jones fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Tyrone Jones lands a left hand.
#T4# Tyrone Jones blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A nice left hand lands by Kaunismieli.
Tyrone Jones lands with a right to the head. Kaunismieli misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Tyrone Jones takes a shot to the head. A body shot lands from Tyrone Jones.
Kaunismieli is leaning against Tyrone Jones and scores with a nice uppercut to the body. Tyrone Jones takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. Kaunismieli lands a body punch in the clinch. Kaunismieli tries a body shot but Tyrone Jones blocks it.
Tyrone Jones can't find room to land a body shot as Kaunismieli controls the action.
Nice body punch from Kaunismieli. #BC# Kaunismieli breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. Tyrone Jones needs to keep his hands up - Kaunismieli had a free shot at his head there. Kaunismieli fails with an attempt to clinch.
Kaunismieli keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Tyrone Jones connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head. Decent striking displayed by Kaunismieli there. Kaunismieli throws out a leg kick but Tyrone Jones moves out of range and Kaunismieli only half commits. Tyrone Jones feints a counter leg kick.#CL# Kaunismieli rushes Tyrone Jones and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close third round but Russell Tyrone Jones just about did enough to take it. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! #R4# Tyrone Jones misses with a hook
and Kaunismieli counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body. Tyrone Jones checks a leg kick. Tyrone Jones tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kaunismieli was well out of range. Poor timing from Tyrone Jones. Kaunismieli swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect. Kaunismieli getting the better of the striking in that exchange. A slapping leg kick lands for Kaunismieli.
Tyrone Jones scores with a nice right hand.
Tyrone Jones is looking to slow Kaunismieli down with leg kicks. Tyrone Jones missing with a left hand there. Kaunismieli was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Kaunismieli uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tyrone Jones.
Kaunismieli keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kaunismieli feinted there with a counter leg kick. Tyrone Jones misses with a body shot.
Kaunismieli stuns Tyrone Jones with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Kaunismieli is looking to clinch but Tyrone Jones is avoiding it.
Kaunismieli gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones lands a glancing blow to the side of Kaunismieli's head. Tyrone Jones scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Tyrone Jones misses with a hook. Kaunismieli ducked under it nicely. Kaunismieli scores with a nice strike.#T1# Kaunismieli tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him. Kaunismieli takes a shot right to the bread basket. Tyrone Jones misses with a straight right. Kaunismieli throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tyrone Jones sees it coming and avoids it easily. Kaunismieli lands with a right hand. Tyrone Jones thuds a left hand into Kaunismieli's body. Kaunismieli connects with a right hand. Tyrone Jones shakes it off. Nice straight punches there by Kaunismieli. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Kaunismieli. Kaunismieli ducks under a wild hook from Tyrone Jones. A little feinted left hand from Kaunismieli on the counter but he doesn't commit to it. Tyrone Jones cracks Kaunismieli with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage. Tyrone Jones throws a push kick but Kaunismieli slaps the foot to one side. Tyrone Jones throws the left hand but Kaunismieli avoids the punch easily. A bone on bone clash there as Tyrone Jones blocks the leg kick.
Tyrone Jones fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Kaunismieli looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath. Kaunismieli lands a glancing blow to the side of Tyrone Jones's head. This has been an exciting period of action! Kaunismieli scores with a nice right hand.
Tyrone Jones slips a straight right by Kaunismieli. Tyrone Jones doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.#T2# Tyrone Jones takes a swing at Kaunismieli's ribcage but misses. Tyrone Jones throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Tyrone Jones takes a swing at Kaunismieli's ribcage but misses. Kaunismieli throws a looping overhand right but Tyrone Jones ducks down to avoid it. A jab from Tyrone Jones does it's job there. Kaunismieli tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target. Kaunismieli with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Tyrone Jones to score with a decent uppercut. Tyrone Jones uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kaunismieli.
Tyrone Jones stuns Kaunismieli with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range. Kaunismieli slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range. Kaunismieli tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tyrone Jones was well out of range. Poor timing from Kaunismieli.#CL# Kaunismieli darts in and clinches Tyrone Jones up against the cage. Tyrone Jones prevents a body shot from Kaunismieli. Tyrone Jones is looking to control Kaunismieli's arms but Kaunismieli gets an underhook and turns him. Now Tyrone Jones has his back to the cage. Tyrone Jones tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. A short uppercut from Kaunismieli. A head punch on the inside from Kaunismieli fails to land. Kaunismieli misses with a hook from the clinch. #T3# Tyrone Jones working aggressively here.
#BC2# Tyrone Jones escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Kaunismieli throws a sloppy head kick and Tyrone Jones moves out of range easily. A countering left hand to the body from Tyrone Jones misses. Kaunismieli misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tyrone Jones.
Kaunismieli swings for the body but Tyrone Jones moves out of range.
Tyrone Jones lands a lovely overhand right. Tyrone Jones connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. Tyrone Jones clobbers Kaunismieli with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. Kaunismieli throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Tyrone Jones throws out a leg kick but Kaunismieli moves out of range and Tyrone Jones only half commits. Kaunismieli misses with a looping left. A slow jab from Kaunismieli misses its intended target. Kaunismieli ducks under a wild hook from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kaunismieli throws out the jab. Tyrone Jones ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kaunismieli moves away. Tyrone Jones scores with a hook to the body. Kaunismieli takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Tyrone Jones 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.
#T4# Tyrone Jones throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. Kaunismieli is looking to counter punch. Tyrone Jones scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business. Kaunismieli throws a right hand that Tyrone Jones ducks under and follows up with a left that Tyrone Jones also avoids with ease. Tyrone Jones slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range. Kaunismieli throws a body punch but Tyrone Jones moves out of range. The crowd cheers as Tyrone Jones lands an impressive looking overhand right. Kaunismieli doesn't seem phased though. Tyrone Jones misses with an uppercut. Kaunismieli saw that one coming. Kaunismieli looks to land a left hand but Tyrone Jones moved out of range nicely. Kaunismieli misses with a body shot.
Tyrone Jones works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance. Tyrone Jones throws the left hand but Kaunismieli avoids the punch easily. Nice shot lands for Tyrone Jones. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Tyrone Jones turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick. Kaunismieli slips a jab from Tyrone Jones. Kaunismieli blocks a low kick nicely. Tyrone Jones moves away from the strike by Kaunismieli. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close fourth round but Russell Tyrone Jones will probably get the nod - 10:9. 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. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards. #R5# Kaunismieli swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A telegraphed right hand from Tyrone Jones misses the target. Tyrone Jones pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Kaunismieli throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A big left from Kaunismieli misses. Kaunismieli looks to land a right hand but Tyrone Jones moved out of range. Tyrone Jones cracks Kaunismieli with a good jab. Kaunismieli steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Tyrone Jones. That one must have hurt. Kaunismieli fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tyrone Jones manages to avoid it. Tyrone Jones cracks Kaunismieli with a good jab. Tyrone Jones scores with a sloppy right hand. Kaunismieli should have avoided that one. Tyrone Jones fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Kaunismieli looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Kaunismieli looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
A jab lands there for Kaunismieli. Kaunismieli throws a jab but it's blocked by Tyrone Jones. It seemed like Tyrone Jones was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. Kaunismieli scores with a body shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Tyrone Jones bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#T1# Tyrone Jones digs a good hook to Kaunismieli's body.
Kaunismieli stuns Tyrone Jones with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range. Tyrone Jones darts in and out, connecting with a jab. Kaunismieli moves in looking to clinch but Tyrone Jones pushes him off. Tyrone Jones let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land. Tyrone Jones takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh. Tyrone Jones fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Kaunismieli. Kaunismieli bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Tyrone Jones lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected. Tyrone Jones ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Tyrone Jones fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kaunismieli manages to avoid it. Tyrone Jones takes a swing at Kaunismieli's ribcage but misses. Kaunismieli walks into a left hand. Kaunismieli misses with a hook. Tyrone Jones ducked under it nicely. Tyrone Jones let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land. Tyrone Jones lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Kaunismieli at a distance.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Kaunismieli 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 Tyrone Jones has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Tyrone Jones and we're back underway with a touch of gloves. Tyrone Jones jabbing away but nothing is landing. #CL# Kaunismieli closes the distance and clinches. Russell Tyrone Jones is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2# We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Kaunismieli misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Tyrone Jones prevents a body shot from Kaunismieli. Kaunismieli lands a shot to the body. Tyrone Jones is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell? Kaunismieli tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Kaunismieli misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kaunismieli can't find room to land a body shot as Tyrone Jones controls the action.
#BC# Kaunismieli breaks the clinch.
Kaunismieli chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Tyrone Jones takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away. Kaunismieli bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut. Kaunismieli throws a looping overhand right but Tyrone Jones ducks down to avoid it. Kaunismieli avoids the body shot from Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones ducks down and throws a hook to the body. Kalervo Kaunismieli has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3# Tyrone Jones throws a nice inside leg kick. Tyrone Jones throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Kaunismieli was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit. Kaunismieli swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kaunismieli throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Kaunismieli throws a shot to the body.
Tyrone Jones misses with a straight right. Tyrone Jones scores with a hook to the body. Kaunismieli takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. Kaunismieli comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range. A big right from Tyrone Jones misses. It looked like Kaunismieli was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit. Tyrone Jones keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kaunismieli lands with an overhand left. Tyrone Jones scores with a slapping inside leg kick. Tyrone Jones connects with a jab. Kaunismieli uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones thuds his right hand into Kaunismieli's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters. Kaunismieli checks the leg kick nicely there.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Tyrone Jones misses with a straight right. #T4# Tyrone Jones tries to land a front kick but Kaunismieli steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed. Kaunismieli throws a hook to the side of Tyrone Jones's head but Tyrone Jones sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Tyrone Jones only half commits to the counter leg kick. Tyrone Jones scores with the left hand. Kaunismieli knows he should have avoided that one. Tyrone Jones changes levels and scores with a jab to the body. Tyrone Jones takes one on the button. Tyrone Jones misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kaunismieli.
Kaunismieli swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tyrone Jones throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kaunismieli just misses with a punch to the body.
Tyrone Jones doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter. Tyrone Jones swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Kaunismieli. Kaunismieli is looking to take this fight into the clinch. Kaunismieli walks into a left hand. Tyrone Jones cracks Kaunismieli with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage. Tyrone Jones throws out a token jab with nothing on it. It looked like Kaunismieli wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit. Tyrone Jones cracks Kaunismieli with a right hand to the side of the head.
And that's the end of the fight! Russell Tyrone Jones comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I've got Tyrone Jones 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge James Atkins scores the fight 45:50 Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 45:50 Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 46:49
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Russell Tyrone Jones! Russell Tyrone Jones is the new middleweight champion! Russell Tyrone Jones 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.
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Event:
Aspire 99: Jones vs. Gracie
Date: Jan 28, 2018 |
#R1# Nice body punch from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones lands with a nice body punch. Gracie tries to land a front kick but Tyrone Jones steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed. Gracie throws a body punch but Tyrone Jones moves out of range. An inside leg kick lands from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones tries to work over Gracie's front leg with a kick but Gracie checks it. Gracie staying out of range there. Tyrone Jones is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Gracie. Tyrone Jones misses with a leg kick #TD2# and Gracie counters with a single leg into guard. Tyrone Jones didn't expect that. Tyrone Jones seems keen to control Gracie's posture. Tyrone Jones'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. Gracie loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. Tyrone Jones bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Gracie's guard. #REVR##T1# Tyrone Jones is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. Tyrone Jones won't allow Gracie to sweep him here. #SUB2# Gracie is looking for a triangle but Tyrone Jones pushes his legs off easily.
Tyrone Jones passes into half guard. Tyrone Jones perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. Tyrone Jones prevents Gracie from improving his position.#T2# 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. Gracie is persisting with the attempt to improve his position. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Gracie is pressing down on Tyrone Jones's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it. Tyrone Jones 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. Gracie is looking to sweep but instead, Tyrone Jones has passed into half guard.
Tyrone Jones performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #T3# The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult. Gracie is looking for a sweep. Tyrone Jones is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position. Tyrone Jones sitting and controlling from the half guard. Gracie wants to improve his position but Tyrone Jones is controlling well.
Tyrone Jones sitting and controlling from the half guard. #REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T4# The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action. Tyrone Jones moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. Tyrone Jones looks to score with a jab to the body but Gracie is just out of range. Tyrone Jones throws a leg kick #TD2# and Gracie counters with a nice double leg into side control. Tyrone Jones won't be happy with that. You can see the frustration on Tyrone Jones's face, being in this tough position on the bottom. Tyrone Jones is positioning himself to get back to half guard. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. You can see the frustration on Tyrone Jones's face, being in this tough position on 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 Russell Tyrone Jones will probably get the nod. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. #R2# Tyrone Jones avoids a kick to the body.
Tyrone Jones misses the jab. Tyrone Jones throws a leg kick #TD2# so Gracie counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility. Gracie is pushing down on Tyrone Jones's leg trying to pass to half guard. Tyrone Jones is fighting to maintain full guard but Gracie has managed to sneak the leg through. Tyrone Jones is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. Gracie trying to pass the guard but Tyrone Jones defending well. Gracie seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Tyrone Jones does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. The fighters are battling for position here. Tyrone Jones manages to regain full guard. Nice work. Tyrone Jones looking for a sweep. Not yet Tyrone Jones, not yet. Tyrone Jones pulls Gracie in close to prevent any damage. #T1# Tyrone Jones is looking to sweep but instead, Gracie has passed into half guard.
Gracie looks to score some points with some ground and pound. Tyrone Jones has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Gracie is working away from the top position though.#SUB2# Gracie is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Tyrone Jones is just riding it out for now. Gracie eventually gives up the hold. Tyrone Jones is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Razor Sharp Training Systems, so we'll see if he gets out of it. Tyrone Jones gets back to full guard.
Tyrone Jones pulls Gracie in close to his closed guard and prevents Gracie from doing any damage or advancing position.#T2# Gracie trying to control the position from guard on top but Tyrone Jones is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Gracie advances position into side control! Tyrone Jones prevents Gracie from improving position. Tyrone Jones is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #SUB2# Gracie wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Tyrone Jones, who protects the arm well. Tyrone Jones is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Gracie off and has taken his back!#T3# Gracie breaks Tyrone Jones's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Gracie stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Tyrone Jones swivels though and keeps the full guard. Gracie won't allow Tyrone Jones to sweep him here. Tyrone Jones is trying to control the position but Gracie postures up. Gracie is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. Tyrone Jones is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Tyrone Jones looking to sweep here. No luck so far. Tyrone Jones trying to control the position.
Tyrone Jones tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T4# Tyrone Jones controls Gracie momentarily but Gracie frees himself. Gracie stopping the sweep attempt from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones can't keep his opponent in guard - Gracie advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #SUB# Tyrone Jones looking for submissions from an awkward position here. Gracie trying to control from Tyrone Jones's half guard. Tyrone Jones has other ideas though and has regained full guard. Tyrone Jones is trying to control the position from the bottom.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Gracie pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Tyrone Jones is keeping the position for now. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ramon Gracie showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. #R3# Tyrone Jones throws a leg kick #TD2# and Gracie decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Tyrone Jones's guard. Tyrone Jones 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# Tyrone Jones content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. Gracie wants to get back to full guard. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Tyrone Jones takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#T1# Gracie trying to hold on to Tyrone Jones's head to control him but Tyrone Jones postures up.
Tyrone Jones looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. Gracie is trying to get back to full guard. Tyrone Jones trying to control the pace. Gracie tries to roll over but Tyrone Jones keeps him under control.#T2# A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd. Tyrone Jones seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Gracie does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB2# Gracie looking to work for a kimura from the bottom. Tyrone Jones seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet. Gracie tries to close the distance and clinch up but Tyrone Jones swats him away and circles back towards the center. Tyrone Jones tried to counter with a leg kick but Gracie avoided it. Tyrone Jones misses with an uppercut
#TD2# and Gracie counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Tyrone Jones! Gracie trying to control the position but Tyrone Jones is working away. Gracie tries to move to full mount but Tyrone Jones actually manages to regain half guard. Tyrone Jones manages to get to full guard.
Tyrone Jones is adopting a defensive guard.#T3# Tyrone Jones working a defensive guard here.
Gracie tries to free his leg and advance position but Tyrone Jones is retaining full guard. Tyrone Jones looking to control.
Tyrone Jones keeping moving, preventing Gracie from controlling successfully. #T4# A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet. Tyrone Jones cracks Gracie with an open hand slap.#CUT# It looks like Ramon Gracie has been cut. Tyrone Jones misses with a hook. Tyrone Jones throws a leg kick #TD2# and Gracie counters with a takedown into side control. Gracie wants to control but Tyrone Jones is keeping him busy. Gracie working the ground and pound but Tyrone Jones is defending the strikes. Gracie trying to control the action but Tyrone Jones is working from the bottom. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Gracie lands a few punches from side control. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ramon Gracie really dominated that round. The cut man is working on Ramon Gracie's cut. The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. #R4# Tyrone Jones throws a leg kick #TD2# and Gracie counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Gracie. Gracie is stalling in the full guard. Gracie stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Tyrone Jones swivels though and keeps the full guard. Tyrone Jones pulls Gracie in close to prevent any damage. Tyrone Jones is trying to control the position but Gracie postures up. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Tyrone Jones is adopting a defensive guard.#T1# Tyrone Jones wants to sweep but no luck. Gracie wants to control from the top but Tyrone Jones keeps moving. #REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity. Gracie defending well as Tyrone Jones loads up on a big left hand. Gracie takes one to the chin there. Tyrone Jones throws a leg kick #TD2# and Gracie counters with a nice double leg into half guard. Tyrone Jones moves into full guard.
Gracie controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. Tyrone Jones keeping full guard, as Gracie tries to pass. #T2# Gracie trying to control but Tyrone Jones is working from the bottom. Tyrone Jones wants to control the position but Gracie says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard. #SUB2# Gracie is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Tyrone Jones is not content to let Gracie control the position. Tyrone Jones is concentrating on defense, preventing Gracie from advancing position. Gracie wants to lay and pray for a moment but Tyrone Jones keeps working. Tyrone Jones moves into full guard.
#T3# Tyrone Jones manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Gracie manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR# Tyrone Jones controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. Further stalling from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones is looking to advance position but Gracie has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!#REVB# Tyrone Jones stops Gracie from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better. Gracie prevents Tyrone Jones from getting the reversal.#T4# Gracie avoids the attempt from Tyrone Jones to control. Gracie has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Gracie dominating with strikes here. Gracie manages to capitalize on a mistake by Tyrone Jones to take his back! Gracie not allowing Tyrone Jones to control his hands. #SUB2# Tyrone Jones defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Gracie's arms. Gracie lands a shot to the head. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Tyrone Jones tries to escape the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ramon Gracie dominated that fourth round. The cut man is working on Ramon Gracie's cut. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round! #R5# Jab from Tyrone Jones. Gracie looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it. Tyrone Jones misses with a wild body shot. Gracie wants to clinch up but Tyrone Jones keeps it at a distance. Tyrone Jones throws an overhand right that lands on Gracie's shoulder, as Gracie tries to avoid the shot. Tyrone Jones misses with a wild body shot. A shot to the body from Tyrone Jones misses #TD2# and Gracie counters with a nice double leg into side control. Tyrone Jones won't be happy with that. Tyrone Jones gets back to half guard. Ramon Gracie has got the better of the ground game so far. Gracie is trying to control. Tyrone Jones wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2# Gracie is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Tyrone Jones defends it well. Tyrone Jones trying to control here.
#T1# Gracie looks to score some points with some ground and pound. Tyrone Jones is trying to get back to full guard. Gracie trying to control the pace. Gracie is continuing to stall. Tyrone Jones trying to hold on to Gracie's head to control him but Gracie postures up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Gracie tries to pass to full mount but Tyrone Jones defends it. Russell Tyrone Jones has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2# The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB# Tyrone Jones looking to work for a kimura from the bottom. Gracie is looking to take a break and control but Tyrone Jones is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity. Tyrone Jones throws out a leg kick but Gracie moves out of range and Tyrone Jones only half commits. Tyrone Jones misses with a hook. Gracie ducked under it nicely. Tyrone Jones throws a leg kick #TD2# and Gracie counters with a nice double leg into half guard. #SUB2# Gracie is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Tyrone Jones is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T3# Gracie wants to take a breather but Tyrone Jones is having none of it. Tyrone Jones manages to get to full guard.
Tyrone Jones working a defensive guard but Gracie manages to pass into side control anyway.
Tyrone Jones manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. #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.#SUB2# Gracie is looking for a kimura here.
Tyrone Jones wants to control but Gracie is keeping busy and won't allow it. Tyrone Jones manages to get to full guard.
Tyrone Jones keeping full guard, as Gracie tries to pass. Gracie trying to control but Tyrone Jones is working from the bottom. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Tyrone Jones will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
And that's the end of the fight! Ramon Gracie comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I think Gracie 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 Richard Clark scores the fight 46:49 Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 46:49 Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 45:50
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ramon Gracie! Ramon Gracie is the new welterweight champion! After the fight, Ramon Gracie 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. In defeat, Russell Tyrone Jones stepped up to the mic, saying 'Wu Tang is for the children. We teach the children... Wu Tang fuh eva!'.
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Event:
Aspire 96: Bosch vs. Jones
Date: Dec 31, 2017 |
#R1# Bosch missing with a left hand there. Tyrone Jones was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Bosch connects with an inside leg kick. Bosch throws a poor cross that misses
and Tyrone Jones makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick. Bosch steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tyrone Jones. It looked like Bosch wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit. Heribert Bosch seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Tyrone Jones misses with a body shot.
Bosch catches Tyrone Jones with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong! Tyrone Jones throws a chopping leg kick but Bosch manages to avoid taking any serious damage. Jab by Tyrone Jones.#CUT2# It looks like Heribert Bosch has been cut. Tyrone Jones tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bosch was well out of range. Poor timing from Tyrone Jones. Bosch feints a jab promting Tyrone Jones to slip. Bosch then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Tyrone Jones slips again and ducks right into an uppercut. Tyrone Jones misses with a straight right. Tyrone Jones swings widly with a right hand
enabling Bosch to counter with a crisp jab. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Bosch scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Tyrone Jones doesn't seem bothered though. Tyrone Jones uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bosch. Bosch lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin. Good shot there by Tyrone Jones. Bosch takes a swing at Tyrone Jones's ribcage but misses. Bosch throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
#T1# Bosch takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Tyrone Jones misses with a hook
and Bosch counters with a slapping leg kick. Jab from Bosch. An inside leg kick lands from Bosch. A solid leg kick lands there for Bosch.
Bosch uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook. Bosch lands a glancing blow to the side of Tyrone Jones's head. Bosch steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones is looking to land body kicks. Bosch throws a head kick that misses. Bosch smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button. Tyrone Jones throws a poor cross that misses
and Bosch counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Tyrone Jones lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin. A looping hook to the body misses from Bosch. Tyrone Jones does a little dance to reset his feet. Tyrone Jones blocks a low kick nicely. And an attempted straight right on the counter from Tyrone Jones! But no joy. Bosch sizes up Tyrone Jones with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. Bosch is really peppering his opponent's head with punches. Good leg kick by Bosch there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
#T2# Bosch scores with a hook to the body. Tyrone Jones takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. Bosch scores with a jab. Bosch throws a body shot but no joy. Tyrone Jones motions for Bosch to come forward. Tyrone Jones throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. Tyrone Jones misses with an uppercut. Bosch saw that one coming. Bosch avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Bosch tries a head kick but it misses.
Bosch sets himself, and Tyrone Jones steps forward looking for the clinch! Bosch avoids it this time. Bosch misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Tyrone Jones counters with a nice uppercut. Tyrone Jones throws a right hand that misses
and Bosch counters with a lovely shot to the body. Bosch takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Nice body kick there by Bosch. Tyrone Jones gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there. Tyrone Jones shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. Tyrone Jones fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bosch manages to avoid it. Tyrone Jones tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Bosch manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#T3# Bosch thuds his shin into the meat of Tyrone Jones's side. Tyrone Jones attempts a low kick but it misses it's target. Bosch throws a body shot but no joy. Bosch connects with a leg kick. Tyrone Jones looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it. Tyrone Jones throws a hook to the side of Bosch's head but Bosch sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Bosch throws a quick counter kick to the body but Tyrone Jones avoids it. Bosch connects with a leg kick. Tyrone Jones looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it. Tyrone Jones throws out a leg kick but Bosch moves out of range and Tyrone Jones only half commits. Bosch dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Tyrone Jones. That did some damage! The crowd cheers as Bosch lands an impressive looking overhand right. Tyrone Jones doesn't seem phased though. Bosch misses the shot to the body. Bosch fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done. Bosch takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness. Tyrone Jones misses with a straight right. Bosch is looking to counter punch. A looping hook to the body misses from Tyrone Jones. Bosch does a little dance to reset his feet. Bosch bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Bosch wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection. Bosch digs a good body shot into Tyrone Jones's ribs.#T4# Bosch scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard. Tyrone Jones tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target. Tyrone Jones fails with an attempt to clinch.
Bosch throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Tyrone Jones counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Tyrone Jones misses with a low kick.
Bosch throws a front kick that sends Tyrone Jones stumbling back into the cage. Tyrone Jones connects with a jab.#ROC2# Bosch is rocked!#CUT2# Heribert Bosch's cut is getting worse. Bosch throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A big left from Tyrone Jones misses. Bosch stuns Tyrone Jones with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range. Bosch moves out of range of the strikes. A swing and a miss from Tyrone Jones. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. A chopping leg kick lands by Bosch. Tyrone Jones moves out of range of the strikes. Bosch ducks under a wild hook from Tyrone Jones. A telegraphed right hand from Bosch misses the target. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Heribert Bosch dominated that round. The cut man is working on Heribert Bosch's cut. 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# Bosch cracks Tyrone Jones with an open hand slap. Bosch slips a straight right by Tyrone Jones. Bosch avoids the body shot from Tyrone Jones.
Bosch throws a big shot that misses. Tyrone Jones misses with a hook
and Bosch counters with a body kick that stops Tyrone Jones in his tracks momentarily. Bosch pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with eachother but Tyrone Jones might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Bosch has got the better of the exchanges. The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Bosch checks a leg kick. Bosch is looking to counter with head kicks. Tyrone Jones takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it. Tyrone Jones cracks Bosch with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage. Bosch misses with a looping right. Bosch swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tyrone Jones tries to counter with a clinch but Bosch shakes him off and moves away. A jab from Tyrone Jones finds it's way through Bosch's defenses. Oh Bosch is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!! Tyrone Jones shakes his hands by his side, trying to relax. Bosch takes his eyes off the ball for a moment - Tyrone Jones sees the opportunity and cracks him with a massive hook! Bosch bends double and collapses on top of himself - he's out! The crowd are going absolutely nuts! Wow, what a knockout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:49 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Russell Tyrone Jones! Russell Tyrone Jones is the new welterweight champion! Russell Tyrone Jones bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.
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Event:
Aspire 93: Jones vs. Corvus
Date: Dec 06, 2017 |
#R1# Tyrone Jones throws a hook but Aquila Corvus blocks it. A good leg kick by Aquila Corvus. Tyrone Jones scores with a nice strike. Tyrone Jones with a body punch. A glancing blow. Tyrone Jones fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done. Tyrone Jones has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Aquila Corvus finds it's way round the side to connect with Tyrone Jones's head. Tyrone Jones wants to land a leg kick but Aquila Corvus is out of range. Tyrone Jones throws a leg kick that misses. Tyrone Jones takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily. Tyrone Jones tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Aquila Corvus was well out of range. Poor timing from Tyrone Jones. Aquila Corvus lands an overhand right.#CL2# Tyrone Jones gets tackled into the cage by Aquila Corvus. Aquila Corvus maintains the clinch. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! A quick uppercut on the inside from Tyrone Jones. Aquila Corvus lands a left hand.
Tyrone Jones misses with a hook to the ribs.
Come on Aquila Corvus - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
#BC2# Aquila Corvus's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Tyrone Jones with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Aquila Corvus to score with a decent uppercut.#T1# Aquila Corvus misses with a kick to the body.
Tyrone Jones throws a shot from downtown. Aquila Corvus moves away and avoids it. Aquila Corvus takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Tyrone Jones lands a lovely overhand right. Tyrone Jones throws a nice inside leg kick. Aquila Corvus misses with a hook. Tyrone Jones ducked under it nicely. Aquila Corvus motions for Tyrone Jones to come forward. Aquila Corvus throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. Aquila Corvus thuds a left hand into Tyrone Jones's body. Tyrone Jones with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Tyrone Jones throws the left hand but Aquila Corvus avoids the punch easily. Tyrone Jones throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Aquila Corvus sees it coming and avoids it easily. A looping hook to the body misses from Aquila Corvus. Tyrone Jones does a little dance to reset his feet. Tyrone Jones paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button. Aquila Corvus scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#CL2# Aquila Corvus closes the distance and clinches. Tyrone Jones misses with a punch to the body.
A body shot lands from Aquila Corvus.
#T2# Tyrone Jones blocks a punch to the side of the head.
#BC2# Aquila Corvus breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. Jab by Aquila Corvus. Aquila Corvus throws a nice inside leg kick. Ajax Aquila Corvus seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Aquila Corvus dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Tyrone Jones attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin. A little jabbing left from Aquila Corvus on the counter but it doesn't find it's target. Donk. Aquila Corvus catches Tyrone Jones right on the button with a cross. Tyrone Jones shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. Aquila Corvus misses with a jab, cross combination.
Tyrone Jones looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight. Tyrone Jones throws a quick inside leg kick. Aquila Corvus misses with a body shot.
Tyrone Jones cracks Aquila Corvus with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business. Aquila Corvus tried to score with a low kick but Tyrone Jones checks it. As Aquila Corvus tries to get set, Tyrone Jones tries to push him back and clinch up but Aquila Corvus manages to avoid the attempt. Aquila Corvus tests Tyrone Jones's chin there with a solid looking shot. Aquila Corvus scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent. Aquila Corvus lands a right hook to the body.
#T3# Aquila Corvus wants to slow Tyrone Jones down by chopping away at his legs. Tyrone Jones bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Aquila Corvus's head. Tyrone Jones misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Aquila Corvus.
Tyrone Jones connects with an inside leg kick.#CL# Tyrone Jones moves into the clinch. Aquila Corvus tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Tyrone Jones tries to throw a body punch but Aquila Corvus avoids it by throwing Tyrone Jones back against the cage. Tyrone Jones lands a left hand that snaps the head of Aquila Corvus backwards. Tyrone Jones being controlled against the cage. Aquila Corvus scores with a nice hook to the head.#BC2# Aquila Corvus's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Aquila Corvus connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. Tyrone Jones blocks a jab. Tyrone Jones throws a hook but Aquila Corvus avoids it easily. Aquila Corvus misses with the combination.
#T4# Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#CL2# Aquila Corvus clinches. Tyrone Jones cracks Aquila Corvus with a nice body shot. A bit of stalling here from Aquila Corvus.
A left hand lands to the body for Aquila Corvus.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows. Tyrone Jones stalling.
Tyrone Jones lands a body punch. A right hand to the body from Aquila Corvus.
Aquila Corvus misses with a punch to the body.
Tyrone Jones is trying to stall.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Tyrone Jones blocks a body shot from Aquila Corvus. Aquila Corvus throws a head punch that misses. Aquila Corvus struggles to land a body shot inside as Tyrone Jones controls his hands.
Aquila Corvus is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ajax Aquila Corvus 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# Tyrone Jones motions for Aquila Corvus to come forward. Tyrone Jones throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. Nice defenses there by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Tyrone Jones throws the left hand but Aquila Corvus avoids the punch easily. Aquila Corvus throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tyrone Jones sees it coming and avoids it easily. Aquila Corvus uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones thows a left - swing and a miss! Tyrone Jones ducks right into an uppercut from Aquila Corvus. Tyrone Jones is looking to chop away at Aquila Corvus's legs. Tyrone Jones takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch. Tyrone Jones misses with a shot to the body and Aquila Corvus counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Tyrone Jones on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. Aquila Corvus throws a leg kick which misses Tyrone Jones's front leg but catches the back leg as Tyrone Jones tries to avoid it. Tyrone Jones jabbing away but nothing is landing. Tyrone Jones takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Aquila Corvus lands with a shot to the body. #CL2# Aquila Corvus gets a clinch. #T1# Tyrone Jones misses with a hook from the clinch. Aquila Corvus throws a head punch that misses. Tyrone Jones softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage. Aquila Corvus content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Tyrone Jones misses with a hook from the clinch. Aquila Corvus is looking to control Tyrone Jones's arms but Tyrone Jones gets an underhook and turns him. Now Aquila Corvus has his back to the cage. Tyrone Jones lands with a short head shot on the inside. Tyrone Jones scores with an uppercut up the middle. Tyrone Jones lands on the inside with an uppercut. Aquila Corvus is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Tyrone Jones is keeping busy. Aquila Corvus lands with a left to the head. The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily. Tyrone Jones prevents a body shot from Aquila Corvus. Tyrone Jones's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! Tyrone Jones tries to throw a body punch but Aquila Corvus avoids it by throwing Tyrone Jones back against the cage. Aquila Corvus swings wildly with an uppercut but Tyrone Jones uses good head movement to avoid it. Aquila Corvus throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges. Aquila Corvus fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
#T2# Aquila Corvus blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tyrone Jones scores with a shot to the side of Aquila Corvus's head. Aquila Corvus has been the more effective fighter overall so far. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Aquila Corvus lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Tyrone Jones or not. Aquila Corvus works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Still in the clinch, Tyrone Jones scores with a nice short uppercut. Tyrone Jones tries a body shot but Aquila Corvus blocks it.
Tyrone Jones lands a body shot in the clinch.
Tyrone Jones dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage. A short right from Aquila Corvus. Aquila Corvus misses with the head strike.
Ajax Aquila Corvus seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far. Tyrone Jones blocks an uppercut.
A short left from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
#BC2# Aquila Corvus manages to break the clinch.
Tyrone Jones missing with a left hand there. Aquila Corvus was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #CL# Tyrone Jones closes the distance and clinches. Tyrone Jones blocks a body shot from Aquila Corvus. #T3# Tyrone Jones swings away with an uppercut that misses.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Tyrone Jones creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. Tyrone Jones lands a right hand that snaps the head of Aquila Corvus backwards. Tyrone Jones lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. Tyrone Jones throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Aquila Corvuss head. Aquila Corvus misses with a punch on the inside.
Aquila Corvus can't find room to land a body shot as Tyrone Jones controls the action.
Tyrone Jones lands a hook that snaps the head of Aquila Corvus backwards. Aquila Corvus lands with a left to the head. Aquila Corvus pushes Tyrone Jones back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. Aquila Corvus lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. A short body shot lands from Tyrone Jones as the two fighters clinch.
Aquila Corvus makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Aquila Corvus throws a punch but it's blocked by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones lands with a right to the head. Tyrone Jones lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. A nice right hand lands inside from Tyrone Jones. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones swings away with an uppercut that misses.
#T4# Aquila Corvus scores with a nice hook to the head. Aquila Corvus stalling in the clinch but Tyrone Jones improves position. Tyrone Jones can't find room to land a body shot as Aquila Corvus controls the action.
Aquila Corvus lands with a left to the head. Tyrone Jones lands a left hand.
Tyrone Jones tries to stall but Aquila Corvus uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Aquila Corvus tries a body shot but Tyrone Jones blocks it.
Tyrone Jones misses with a punch on the inside.
Tyrone Jones throws a punch but it's blocked by Aquila Corvus. Aquila Corvus misses with a punch to the body.
Tyrone Jones'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. Still in the clinch, Tyrone Jones scores with a nice short uppercut. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Tyrone Jones throws a punch but it's blocked by Aquila Corvus. Aquila Corvus misses with a punch to the body.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones taking a breather. 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 Russell Tyrone Jones will probably get the nod. That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. #R3##CL2# Aquila Corvus rushes Tyrone Jones and presses him up against the cage. Aquila Corvus throws a punch but it's blocked by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones stalls. #BC2# Aquila Corvus breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. Aquila Corvus throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. Aquila Corvus swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Aquila Corvus on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere. Tyrone Jones tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Aquila Corvus was well out of range. Poor timing from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones misses with a looping right. Tyrone Jones throws a low kick but Aquila Corvus avoids it. Aquila Corvus throws a leg kick that misses. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Aquila Corvus throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Aquila Corvus lands with a good body shot. Tyrone Jones uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Aquila Corvus. Aquila Corvus throws a low kick but Tyrone Jones moves out of range easily. Ajax Aquila Corvus seems to be getting the better of the standup. Tyrone Jones has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Tyrone Jones there as he acknowledges the shot.#T1# Aquila Corvus fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Tyrone Jones has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage. Tyrone Jones ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. A little feinted left hand from Tyrone Jones on the counter but he doesn't commit to it. Nice body kick there by Aquila Corvus.#CL2# Aquila Corvus rushes Tyrone Jones and presses him up against the cage. Tyrone Jones misses with a body punch.
Tyrone Jones blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tyrone Jones can't find room to land a body shot as Aquila Corvus controls the action.
A hook to the body from Tyrone Jones.
Aquila Corvus misses with a punch to the body.
Aquila Corvus throws a head punch that misses. A short uppercut from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones misses with the head strike.
Aquila Corvus lands a left hand.
Aquila Corvus stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.#BC2# Aquila Corvus's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Aquila Corvus throws out a loose jab but Tyrone Jones uses good head movement to avoid it. Tyrone Jones fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Aquila Corvus looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath. Aquila Corvus takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T2##CL2# Aquila Corvus gets a clinch. This has been an exciting period of action! Tyrone Jones throws a punch but it's blocked by Aquila Corvus. Tyrone Jones lands a shot to the body. Aquila Corvus is trying to break free. Tyrone Jones throws a punch but it's blocked by Aquila Corvus. Tyrone Jones lands with a short shot to the head. Tyrone Jones lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage. Tyrone Jones misses with some punches.
Tyrone Jones blocking some punches.
Aquila Corvus misses with a body punch.
Tyrone Jones swings wildly with an uppercut but Aquila Corvus uses good head movement to avoid it. Tyrone Jones lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Aquila Corvus backwards. Aquila Corvus blocks a body shot from Tyrone Jones. Aquila Corvus fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Aquila Corvus misses with a hook from the clinch. Tyrone Jones lands a hook to the side of the head. Aquila Corvus throws a punch but it's blocked by Tyrone Jones. #T3# The pace really dropping off here, momentarily. Tyrone Jones swings wildly with an uppercut but Aquila Corvus uses good head movement to avoid it. Aquila Corvus swings wildly with an uppercut but Tyrone Jones uses good head movement to avoid it. Tyrone Jones blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A nice right hand lands inside from Tyrone Jones. A head punch on the inside from Tyrone Jones fails to land. Tyrone Jones misses with a body punch.
Tyrone Jones lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. Aquila Corvus struggles to land a body shot inside as Tyrone Jones controls his hands.
Aquila Corvus struggles to land a body shot inside as Tyrone Jones controls his hands.
Tyrone Jones has a couple of punches blocked by Aquila Corvus.
Tyrone Jones fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tyrone Jones taking a breather. Aquila Corvus takes a shot to the head. #T4# Aquila Corvus has a couple of punches blocked by Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones swings wildly with an uppercut but Aquila Corvus uses good head movement to avoid it. Tyrone Jones digs a right hand underneath Aquila Corvus's ribcage. Aquila Corvus let out a lung full of air as it connected. Aquila Corvus's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! Tyrone Jones looking to stall.
Aquila Corvus misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tyrone Jones tries to throw a body punch but Aquila Corvus avoids it by throwing Tyrone Jones back against the cage. Tyrone Jones lands with a right to the head. Tyrone Jones misses with a hook to the ribs.
This has been an exciting period of action! Tyrone Jones lands a right hand. Aquila Corvus tries to stall but Tyrone Jones uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Tyrone Jones lands with a light punch inside. Aquila Corvus lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Tyrone Jones or not. Aquila Corvus prevents a body shot from Tyrone Jones. Aquila Corvus scores with a nice hook to the head. Aquila Corvus misses with a body punch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but Russell Tyrone Jones did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it. That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. #R4# Aquila Corvus lands a glancing blow to the side of Tyrone Jones's head. Tyrone Jones drops Aquila Corvus with a straight right hand, right on the button! Tyrone Jones follows him down to the mat and pounds him out with hammerfists until the referee jumps in to end the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:10 of round 4, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Russell Tyrone Jones! Russell Tyrone Jones retains his middleweight title! A very excited looking Russell Tyrone Jones 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.
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Event:
Aspire 90: Lee v Susi
Date: Nov 22, 2017 |
#R1##TD2# Jim drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Jim controlling the position. You can see the frustration on Tyrone Jones's face, being in this tough position on the bottom. Jim landing a few strikes. Jim tries to land with some ground and pound but misses. Jim takes a little break here. Tyrone Jones wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well. Jim trying to control the position but Tyrone Jones is working away. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Tyrone Jones is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Jim off and has taken his back! So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
#T1# The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Jim tries to break free.
Jim is still trying to improve position. Tyrone Jones biding his time, looking for the opening.
#T2# 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. Tyrone Jones'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. Jim felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.#T3# Jim wants to control his opponent's hands but Tyrone Jones gets his hands free. A bit of a pause in the action here. Tyrone Jones controlling the positon. Jim is in bad spot here.
Tyrone Jones slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
Further stalling from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T4# Tyrone Jones continues to stall. More hug and hope from Tyrone Jones. This is a sustained period of stalling by Tyrone Jones. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Russell Tyrone Jones dominated that round. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. #R2# Tyrone Jones cracks Jim with an open hand slap. A looping hook to the body misses from Tyrone Jones. Jim does a little dance to reset his feet. Tyrone Jones misses with a right hand and Jim counters with a series of strikes. Tyrone Jones will be more careful next time no doubt. #CL# Tyrone Jones clinches with his opponent.
Tyrone Jones is trying to push Jim away but Jim has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere. A head punch on the inside from Jim fails to land. Jim misses with a short punch on the inside. Tyrone Jones throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Jims head. Tyrone Jones is looking to control Jim's arms but Jim gets an underhook and turns him. Now Tyrone Jones has his back to the cage. Tyrone Jones has Jim pushed against the cage. Jim blocks a body shot from Tyrone Jones. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Jim holding his opponent close, against the cage.
A nice left hand lands by Tyrone Jones.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily. Tyrone Jones tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T1# Jim swings wildly with an uppercut but Tyrone Jones uses good head movement to avoid it. #BC# Tyrone Jones's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Tyrone Jones throws out a loose jab but Jim uses good head movement to avoid it. Tyrone Jones is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Jim. Tyrone Jones throws a jab when Jim was well out of range. Tyrone Jones on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere. Jim connects with a jab. Tyrone Jones throws a jab when Jim was well out of range. Tyrone Jones misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Jim.
Jim slips under a jab. Tyrone Jones cracks Jim with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business. Jim rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Tyrone Jones moves out of range and avoids them all easily. Tyrone Jones throws a wild body kick that Jim sees coming a mile off. Jim lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected. Tyrone Jones misses with a lunging right hand
and Jim makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range. Jim fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.#T2# This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Tyrone Jones throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jim moves out of range of the body kick from Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones lands a nice leg kick that just misses Jim's sensitive parts. Tyrone Jones throws a looping overhand right but Jim ducks down to avoid it. The fight stays on the outside here - Tyrone Jones looks like he's thinking about clinching though. Jim is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Tyrone Jones with a body shot. Tyrone Jones lands a jab. Tyrone Jones throws a body shot but no joy. Tyrone Jones tests Jim's chin there with a solid looking shot. Jim throws a nice looking combination but Tyrone Jones bobs and weaves to avoid any damage. Tyrone Jones is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Jim. Tyrone Jones gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Russell Tyrone Jones is winning the standup battle so far.#T3# Jim throws an overhand right that lands on Tyrone Jones's shoulder, as Tyrone Jones tries to avoid the shot. Jim lands a head shot. This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Tyrone Jones. Russell Tyrone Jones is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Tyrone Jones takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him. Russell Tyrone Jones seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Tyrone Jones throws a wild body kick that Jim sees coming a mile off. It seemed like Jim was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. Tyrone Jones throws a shot to the body.
#KD# Tyrone Jones lands a big uppercut and Jim crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Jim looks OK. Tyrone Jones waves Jim back to his feet!#ROC# Jim is rocked! We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Tyrone Jones throws an overhand right that lands on Jim's shoulder, as Jim tries to avoid the shot. Jim is still on wobbly legs! Can Tyrone Jones finish him? Jim avoids the body shot from Tyrone Jones.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Jim! But no joy. Jim has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight. Jim walks right into a perfectly timed right hook and goes down hard! He's out cold! The ref cradles Jim limp body while Tyrone Jones jumps on to the cage and waves to the roaring crowd. Wow that was just a brutal knockout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:40 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Russell Tyrone Jones! Russell Tyrone Jones retains his middleweight title! After the fight, Russell Tyrone Jones 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:
Aspire 86: Yew v Jones
Date: Oct 29, 2017 |
#R1# Tyrone Jones walks into a left hand. Tyrone Jones throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Yew sees it coming and avoids it easily. Yew appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body. Yew misses with a straight right. Yew throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Yew dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Yew uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Yew. Tyrone Jones avoids the body shot from Yew.
Tyrone Jones throws a body punch but Yew moves out of range. Yew throws a lazy right hand but Tyrone Jones sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Yew slips a jab from Tyrone Jones. Yew tries to clinch up. Tyrone Jones has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout. Tyrone Jones scores with a hook. Tyrone Jones scores with a leg kick.
Tyrone Jones walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Yew checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side. It looked like Yew wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit. Yew uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones throws a half hearted mid kick. Tyrone Jones lands with a good body shot. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Yew takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Yew lands a jab. Tyrone Jones fakes a jab and then connects with a hook. Yew tests Tyrone Jones's chin there with a solid looking shot.#T1# A nice leg kick lands there from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Yew. Nice uppercut there from Yew. Tyrone Jones misses the shot to the body. Yew scores with a nice right hand.
Yew throws a looping overhand right but Tyrone Jones ducks down to avoid it. Tyrone Jones let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land. Tyrone Jones uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Yew. Yew fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Tyrone Jones looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath. Yew stuns Tyrone Jones with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range. Tyrone Jones looks to land a body kick but Yew moved away. Tyrone Jones throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean. Good standup being displayed there by Yew as he connects with a hook. Tyrone Jones misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Yew.
Tyrone Jones keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
This has been an exciting period of action! Tyrone Jones throws a hook but Yew avoids it easily. Yew swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect. Tyrone Jones throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tyrone Jones throws a lazy right hand but Yew sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Tyrone Jones blocks a jab. Yew jabs Tyrone Jones to the body, keeping him at a distance. Nice body punch from Yew. #T2# Yew stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones throws a lazy right hand but Yew sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Tyrone Jones drops his hands momentarily and Yew takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. Tyrone Jones misses with a low kick.
A counter left hand to the body from Yew misses its target. Tyrone Jones keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Yew misses with a body shot.
Tyrone Jones lands with a nice body punch. #CL# Yew gets a clinch. A short right hand to the side of the head by Tyrone Jones. Yew misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tyrone Jones lands with a light punch inside. I was talking to Yew's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight. A head punch blocked on the inside by Yew. A short uppercut from Yew. #BC2# Tyrone Jones escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Yew scores with a crisp jab that stopped Tyrone Jones in his tracks. Tyrone Jones misses with an uppercut. Yew saw that one coming. Tyrone Jones lands a jab. Tyrone Jones takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming. Yew moves out of range as Tyrone Jones strikes.#T3# Yew cracks Tyrone Jones with an open hand slap. Tyrone Jones misses with a straight left. Yew lands a jab to the head.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it! Yew just misses with a punch to the body.
Tyrone Jones lands a head shot. Yew scores with a decent looking hook. Tyrone Jones keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A big right from Tyrone Jones misses. Yew walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head. Tyrone Jones pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Tyrone Jones tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target. Tyrone Jones misses with a low kick. Tyrone Jones throws a right hand that misses
and Yew counters with a right hand to the body. Tyrone Jones takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Tyrone Jones blocks a jab. Tyrone Jones scores with a leg kick.
Tyrone Jones with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
A decent looking cross lands there for Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones scores with a jab to the jaw. Yew lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.#T4# Yew wants to clinch up but Tyrone Jones keeps it at a distance. Tyrone Jones lands with a good body shot.#CL# Yew takes the fight into the clinch. Tyrone Jones goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Tyrone Jones has Yew pressed against the cage.
Yew tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Yew tries a body shot but Tyrone Jones blocks it.
Tyrone Jones fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A right handed body shot lands from Yew.
Yew misses with a hook from the clinch. Yew lands with a right to the head. A head punch on the inside from Yew fails to land. Yew tries a body shot but Tyrone Jones blocks it.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action. Good anti-grappling being displayed by Yew as Tyrone Jones tries to tie him up. Yew tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Tyrone Jones blocks an uppercut.
Yew misses with a shot to the kidneys.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Russell Tyrone Jones will probably get the nod. The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! #R2##CL# Yew has Tyrone Jones up against the cage in a clinch.
Tyrone Jones tries to throw a body punch but Yew avoids it by throwing Tyrone Jones back against the cage. Yew letting Tyrone Jones take a breather here. Tyrone Jones working some nice short punches in the clinch. A bit of stalling here from Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. Yew blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tyrone Jones blocks a body shot from Yew. Tyrone Jones prevents a body shot from Yew. Yew goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Yew pushes Tyrone Jones back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. Yew misses with a hook from the clinch. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Yew goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Tyrone Jones tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Yew's elbow. Tyrone Jones softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage. Yew misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Yew makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut. Tyrone Jones goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Yew lands an uppercut.#T1# Tyrone Jones swings wildly with an uppercut but Yew uses good head movement to avoid it. Yew fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Yew lands a shot to the body. Tyrone Jones is trying to stall.
Yew swings wildly with an uppercut but Tyrone Jones uses good head movement to avoid it. Tyrone Jones blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Yew misses with a hook to the ribs.
Yew misses with a body punch.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch. Tyrone Jones blocking some punches.
Yew lands a nice uppercut. Tyrone Jones misses with some punches.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tyrone Jones. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Yew. Yew misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC2# Tyrone Jones breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
A looping hook to the body misses from Yew. Tyrone Jones does a little dance to reset his feet.#T2# A looping hook to the body misses from Yew. Tyrone Jones does a little dance to reset his feet. Tyrone Jones moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. Tyrone Jones looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. Tyrone Jones misses the jab. Yew lands a nice shot to the body.
A big right from Tyrone Jones misses. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Tyrone Jones swings for the body but Yew moves out of range.
Yew punishes Tyrone Jones's body with a nice straight punch. Yew slips under a jab from Tyrone Jones. Yew scores with a body shot.
Yew connects with a jab. Yew uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones looks to land a right hand but Yew moved out of range. Yew doesn't manage to clinch there - Tyrone Jones circles away.
Yew uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones misses with a low kick as Yew jumps back. Yew doesn't manage to clinch there - Tyrone Jones circles away.
Yew slips under a jab. Yew throws a body punch but Tyrone Jones moves out of range. Yew throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T3# Tyrone Jones avoids the body shot from Yew.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tyrone Jones. Yew does a little dance to reset his feet. Russell Tyrone Jones seems to be getting the better of the standup. Tyrone Jones throws a chopping leg kick but Yew manages to avoid taking any serious damage. Tyrone Jones walks into a stiff left hand from Yew. Tyrone Jones shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. Tyrone Jones walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush. Tyrone Jones walks into a straight right hand from Yew. Tyrone Jones drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles. Yew throws out a loose jab but Tyrone Jones uses good head movement to avoid it. Yew wants to clinch. Tyrone Jones looks like he wants to counter punch here. A big left from Tyrone Jones misses. Tyrone Jones misses with a low kick. Tyrone Jones throws an overhand right that lands on Yew's shoulder, as Yew tries to avoid the shot. A looping hook to the body misses from Yew. Tyrone Jones does a little dance to reset his feet. Yew takes a shot right to the bread basket. Tyrone Jones swings for the body but Yew moves out of range.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Tyrone Jones ducks right into an uppercut from Yew. #T4# Yew with a body punch. A glancing blow. Yew scores with a shot to the body.
Yew avoids the body shot from Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones throws a predictable looking body shot
and Yew counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. Yew blocks a leg kick. Tyrone Jones tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target. Yew scores with a punch to the head. Tyrone Jones misses with an attempted mid kick.
Yew connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Tyrone Jones's hands. Tyrone Jones throws a lazy right hand but Yew sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Yew lands a slapping body shot.
Yew ducks under a wild hook from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones 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. Yew throws a big shot that misses. Yew avoids the body shot from Tyrone Jones.
Yew slips a jab from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones connects with an inside leg kick. Tyrone Jones throws a low kick but Yew moves out of range easily. It looked like Yew wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit. Tyrone Jones lands a slapping body shot.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Yef Yew dominated that second round. The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. #R3# A looping hook to the body misses from Tyrone Jones. Yew does a little dance to reset his feet. Yew swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect. Yew slips a straight right by Tyrone Jones. Yew uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Tyrone Jones has time to react. Yew ducks under a wild hook from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones ducks under a wild hook from Yew. Tyrone Jones throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tyrone Jones just misses with a punch to the body.
A big left from Tyrone Jones misses. #CL# Yew gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here. Yew lands on the inside with an uppercut. A right hand to the body from Yew.
Tyrone Jones has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye. Yew lands a nice uppercut. Yew struggles to land a body shot inside as Tyrone Jones controls his hands.
Yew misses with a punch to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC2# Tyrone Jones's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Yew lands with a nice body punch. Tyrone Jones throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Yew lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw. Tyrone Jones takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Yew avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Tyrone Jones takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
#T1# Yew lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent. Yew connects with a right hand. Tyrone Jones shakes it off. Good work by Yew as he checks the leg kick. Tyrone Jones connects with a looping right hand.
Yew dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Yew checks a leg kick. Yew smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button. Yew lands a slapping body shot.
Tyrone Jones walks into a jab. A left lands for Yew. Yew slips a straight right by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Yew.#CL# Yew moves into range and clinches up with Tyrone Jones. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Yew misses with a hook to the ribs.
#BC2# Tyrone Jones breaks from the clinch.
Yew lands a jab to the nose. Good exchange - Yew coming out on top. Tyrone Jones ducks right into an uppercut from Yew. Yew swings and misses with a hook to the body.
#T2# Tyrone Jones throws a lazy right hand but Yew sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Yew misses with a body shot.
Yew is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight. Tyrone Jones uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Yew. Tyrone Jones throws a low kick but it's checked well by Yew. Yew takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Tyrone Jones connects with a leg kick. Yew looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it. Yew moves into range and connects with a jab. Yew slips a jab from Tyrone Jones. A quick step to the side and Yew tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect. A looping hook to the body misses from Tyrone Jones. Yew does a little dance to reset his feet. Yew just misses with a punch to the body.
Tyrone Jones looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it. Yew getting the better of the striking in that exchange. Yew takes a swing at Tyrone Jones's ribcage but misses. Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Yew, as that shot connected.
Yew defending well as Tyrone Jones loads up on a big left hand. A jab from Yew misses. And an attempted straight right on the counter from Tyrone Jones! But no joy. Tyrone Jones scores with a jab to the jaw. Tyrone Jones ducks under a wild hook from Yew. Yew throws a shot to the body.
Tyrone Jones misses with a straight right. #T3# Yew with a hook. Tyrone Jones's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Yew connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Tyrone Jones scrambles back to his feet. Tyrone Jones scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent. Tyrone Jones is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Tyrone Jones throws a poor cross that misses
and Yew makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range. Tyrone Jones misses with a lunging right hand
and Yew counters with a lovely straight right hand! Tyrone Jones throws the left hand but Yew avoids the punch easily. This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Yew. Yew jabbing away but nothing is landing. Tyrone Jones takes one to the side of the head.
Tyrone Jones chopping away at his opponent's legs.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#CL# Yew drives through and clinches with Tyrone Jones against the cage.
Tyrone Jones is trying to push Yew away but Yew has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.#BC2# Tyrone Jones breaks from the clinch.
Yew takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt. Yew uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tyrone Jones. Yew stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Tyrone Jones. Yew scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.#T4# A punch lands to the side of Tyrone Jones 's head but he takes it in his stride. Yew ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tyrone Jones moves away. Tyrone Jones misses the jab. Yew throws the left hand but Tyrone Jones avoids the punch easily. Yew tries to clinch but Tyrone Jones is having none of it. A looping hook to the body misses from Tyrone Jones. Yew does a little dance to reset his feet. Tyrone Jones jabbing away but nothing is landing. Tyrone Jones tries to score with a low kick but Yew moves his leg out of the way. It looked like Yew was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Tyrone Jones. Yew misses with a looping right. Yew lands a nice shot to the body.
Yew is looking to clinch but Tyrone Jones is avoiding it.
Yew jabs at Tyrone Jones's body. Tyrone Jones misses with a right hand #CL# and Yew counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Yew. Yew blocks a punch to the side of the head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Yew tries to throw a body punch but Tyrone Jones avoids it by throwing Yew back against the cage. Yew lands a left hand.
Yef Yew has scored more points in the clinch so far. Tyrone Jones swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tyrone Jones tries to throw a body punch but Yew avoids it by throwing Tyrone Jones back against the cage. Yew throws a head punch that misses. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Yef Yew clearly takes that round. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. #R4# Yew scores with a hook. Yew lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw. Tyrone Jones 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. Tyrone Jones keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Yew slips under a jab. Yew lands with a nice body punch. The fighters circle momentarily. Yew darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch. Tyrone Jones has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Tyrone Jones there as he acknowledges the shot. Tyrone Jones misses with a hook. Yew ducked under it nicely. Tyrone Jones throws a low kick but it's checked well by Yew. Tyrone Jones throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Yew moves out of range of the strikes. Yew lands with a shot to the body. Yew lands with a right hand. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Tyrone Jones misses with an attempted mid kick.
It looked like Yew was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Tyrone Jones. Yew uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones lands a nice shot to the body.
Yew misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones lands a body shot.
#T1# A good leg kick by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones scores with a leg kick.
Yew cracks Tyrone Jones with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd. Tyrone Jones thumps Yew with a low kick. Yew throws out a loose jab but Tyrone Jones uses good head movement to avoid it. Tyrone Jones walks into a straight right hand from Yew. Yew throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Yew tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tyrone Jones was well out of range. Poor timing from Yew. Tyrone Jones scores with a crisp jab that stopped Yew in his tracks. Jab from Tyrone Jones. Yew throws a jab when Tyrone Jones was well out of range. Tyrone Jones misses with a hook. Yew ducked under it nicely. Yew tries to counter by clinching up but Tyrone Jones breaks away and moves out of range. Tyrone Jones comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range. Tyrone Jones gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Yew 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.
Tyrone Jones walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Yew checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side. Yew lands a nice shot that snaps Tyrone Jones's head back.
The crowd cheers as Tyrone Jones lands an impressive looking overhand right. Yew doesn't seem phased though.#T2# Decent striking displayed by Yew there. Yew scores with a sloppy right hand. Tyrone Jones should have avoided that one. Yew checks a leg kick nicely. Yew's legs have taken a beating and he's really slowing down as a result. Tyrone Jones misses with a wild body shot. #KD2# Tyrone Jones lands a big right hand that sends Yew crashing to the mat! Tyrone Jones stays standing though and waves Yew back to his feet!#ROC2# Yew is rocked!#CUT2# It looks like Yef Yew has been cut. Tyrone Jones moves in close and cracks Yew with a massive right hand! Yew, frozen momentarily in time, tumbles to the canvas, already out cold! A brutal knockout by Tyrone Jones!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:24 of round 4, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Russell Tyrone Jones! Russell Tyrone Jones is the new middleweight champion! Russell Tyrone Jones bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.
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Event:
Aspire 80: Yew v Sklemin
Date: Oct 04, 2017 |
#R1# Mazzini lunges at Tyrone Jones with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Tyrone Jones's hand. #KD2# Tyrone Jones cracks Mazzini with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Mazzini looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Tyrone Jones finish him?
#ROC2# Mazzini is rocked!#CUT2# It looks like Vito Mazzini has been cut. Tyrone Jones measures up his opponent and throws a superman punch that connects to the jaw! Down goes Mazzini! The ref steps in, and that's the ball game folks!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:08 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Superman Punch). Russell Tyrone Jones! Russell Tyrone Jones 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.
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Event:
Aspire 68: Brophy v Adams
Date: Aug 20, 2017 |
#R1# A big left from Tyrone Jones misses. Moura is looking to counter with a shot to the body. Tyrone Jones lands a jab. Moura shoots in for a takedown but Tyrone Jones shows good takedown defense. #TD# Moura shoots in and gets a takedown into Tyrone Jones's guard. Hammerfist, elbow! yells Moura's corner. There ya go! There ya go! Tyrone Jones is adopting a defensive guard. Tyrone Jones looking to sweep here. No luck so far. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Tyrone Jones has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. Tyrone Jones looking to hit a scissor sweep but Moura is one step ahead there. #T1# Tyrone Jones bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Moura's guard. #REVB# Tyrone Jones controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. Moura looking to sweep here. No luck so far. Moura being controlled here, momentarily. #SUB# Tyrone Jones avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB# Moura has his foot on Tyrone Jones's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Tyrone Jones works his way back into a safe position though.#T2# Tyrone Jones controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. Moura 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. Tyrone Jones controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. Tyrone Jones's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige. Moura seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. Moura being controlled here, momentarily. #SUB# The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily. Moura has his foot on Tyrone Jones's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Tyrone Jones works his way back into a safe position though.#T3# Tyrone Jones looking to pass the guard. Tyrone Jones 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. #REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet. Moura blocks a jab. Moura tries to counter with a takedown but Tyrone Jones is quick to defend against it. Tyrone Jones looks to score with a jab to the body but Moura is just out of range. Tyrone Jones with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
#TD# Moura scores with a takedown into Tyrone Jones's guard. Tyrone Jones is pulling down on Moura's head to control his posture. There's a bit of a scramble here and now Tyrone Jones is on top in guard.
#REVB# Moura is trying to control the position but Tyrone Jones postures up. #T4##SUB# Moura looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Tyrone Jones slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. Tyrone Jones is continuing to stall. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Tyrone Jones wants to pass the guard but Moura is keeping the position. Tyrone Jones content to stall in guard here. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Russell Tyrone Jones dominated that round. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. #R2# Tyrone Jones connects with a looping right hand.
Tyrone Jones leaves Moura with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt. Moura moves away from the strike by Tyrone Jones. Moura on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
A low kick from Tyrone Jones misses #TD# so Moura counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Moura throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Tyrone Jones works some decent striking defense from the bottom. Moura won't allow Tyrone Jones to sweep him here. Tyrone Jones is trying to control the position but Moura postures up. Tyrone Jones seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #T1# Moura is looking to work some ground and pound but Tyrone Jones has wrist control. Tyrone Jones is controlling Moura's posture. Tyrone Jones keeping moving, preventing Moura from controlling successfully. The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work. Tyrone Jones is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up. A low kick from Tyrone Jones misses #TD# and Moura counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Moura. Rickson Moura overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. Tyrone Jones pulls Moura in close to prevent any damage. Moura throws a big elbow that misses. Tyrone Jones is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #T2# Tyrone Jones is trying to keep Moura in close.
Moura chips away with some ground and pound. Moura engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. Moura throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. Moura makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard. Moura throws a big right hand that misses. Tyrone Jones pulls Moura in close to his closed guard and prevents Moura from doing any damage or advancing position. Moura trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T3# Tyrone Jones keeping moving, preventing Moura from controlling successfully. Tyrone Jones pulls Moura in close to prevent any damage. Tyrone Jones looking to hit a scissor sweep but Moura is one step ahead there. We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon. Tyrone Jones wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up. Tyrone Jones misses the jab. Tyrone Jones throws a leg kick #TD# and Moura counters with a nice double leg into side control. Tyrone Jones won't be happy with that. Moura tries to advance to mount but can't. #T4# Tyrone Jones tries to get back to half guard but can't. Moura trying to control the action but Tyrone Jones is working from the bottom. Tyrone Jones tries to improve position but can't. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Tyrone Jones regains half guard. Tyrone Jones blocking the ground and pound attempt from Moura. Moura sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Tyrone Jones defending well though. Moura seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Rickson Moura dominated that second round. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round! #R3# Tyrone Jones misses with an uppercut
and Moura counters with a nice body shot. #CL2# Tyrone Jones gets a clinch. Tyrone Jones lands a shot to the body. Tyrone Jones tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Moura tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Moura fails to pull guard.
Tyrone Jones tries to throw a body punch but Moura avoids it by throwing Tyrone Jones back against the cage. Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Tyrone Jones. Moura tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Tyrone Jones smiles and moves away.
Moura moves out of range of the strikes. Tyrone Jones throws a lazy right hand but Moura sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Moura changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit. Tyrone Jones has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Moura moves out of range of the body kick. Tyrone Jones waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Moura. Tyrone Jones misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Moura.
A quick step to the side and Moura tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.#T1# Moura takes a swing at Tyrone Jones's ribcage but misses. Tyrone Jones scores with a slapping inside leg kick. A swing and a miss from Tyrone Jones. Moura feinted with a counter takedown. Moura shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Tyrone Jones pinned against the cage. Tyrone Jones gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rickson Moura. That's going to take a lot out of him. That kick from Tyrone Jones tenderised Moura's leg. Moura is trying to keep his angry face on. Tyrone Jones throws a poor cross that misses
#TD# and Moura counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Tyrone Jones! Tyrone Jones manages to get back to half guard.#T2# Moura missing with the ground and pound from half guard. Moura is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. Moura missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. Tyrone Jones is concentrating on defense, preventing Moura from advancing position. Moura has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission. Tyrone Jones wants to improve his position but Moura is controlling well.
Tyrone Jones is pressing down on Moura's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Tyrone Jones 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# Moura is trying to get back to full guard. Tyrone Jones seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #T3# Moura wants to control but Tyrone Jones is keeping busy.
Tyrone Jones slows the pace down in half guard. Moura trying to control but Tyrone Jones postures up.
Still in half guard, Tyrone Jones seems content to control. More stalling from Tyrone Jones.#T4# The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena. Let's hope that Tyrone Jones 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. The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.#REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up. Tyrone Jones thows a left - swing and a miss! Moura throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. Tyrone Jones wants to land a leg kick but Moura is out of range. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Tyrone Jones throws a hook but Moura blocks it. A quick step to the side and Moura tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect. Russell Tyrone Jones is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Tyrone Jones walks into a stiff left hand from Moura. Tyrone Jones uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Moura has time to react.
And that's the end of the fight! Russell Tyrone Jones comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I think Tyrone Jones 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 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 28:29 Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 28:29 Judge James Atkins scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Russell Tyrone Jones! Russell Tyrone Jones decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.
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Event:
Aspire 64: Slice vs Frankels
Date: Jul 30, 2017 |
#R1# Susi fakes a jab and scores with a low kick. Susi definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight. Tyrone Jones moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot. Tyrone Jones scores with a jab to the head.
Tyrone Jones has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout. Tyrone Jones on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
#CUT# It looks like Russell Tyrone Jones has been cut. Susi swings for the body but Tyrone Jones moves out of range.
Tyrone Jones looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Tyrone Jones throws a quick inside leg kick. Tyrone Jones pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Tyrone Jones feints and then cracks Susi's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Susi down. Tyrone Jones throws a leg kick and Susi counters with a right hand to the body. Tyrone Jones tries a low kick but Susi avoids it. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Susi slips a straight right by Tyrone Jones. Susi scores with the left hand. Tyrone Jones knows he should have avoided that one. A swing and a miss from Tyrone Jones.#CL2# Tyrone Jones clinches with his opponent.
Susi has had enough of the clinch but Tyrone Jones keeps him there for the moment. Susi blocking some punches.
Tyrone Jones tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Tyrone Jones blocks an uppercut.
#T1# Susi taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Susi wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee. Susi throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Tyrone Jones can't find room to land a body shot as Susi controls the action.
A left hand lands to the body for Susi.
Nice body punch from Susi. #BC2# Tyrone Jones escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Susi lands with a right hand. Susi cracks Tyrone Jones with a right hand to the side of the head. Tyrone Jones misses with the combination.
Susi getting the better of the striking in that exchange. Tyrone Jones tries to land a leg kick but Susi saw it coming and moves away.
Tyrone Jones fakes a head shot and lands one to the body. Susi connects with a jab. Tyrone Jones fakes a jab and scores with a low kick. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Tyrone Jones throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Russell Tyrone Jones seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T2# Tyrone Jones avoids the head kick by Susi.
Good leg kick by Tyrone Jones there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
A slapping leg kick lands for Tyrone Jones.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Susi. Tyrone Jones misses with a right hand and Susi counters with a nice body kick.
Susi feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Tyrone Joness jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!#CL2# Susi tries to keep at a distance but Tyrone Jones has taken the fight into the clinch. Susi misses with the head strike.
Tyrone Jones swings wildly with an uppercut but Susi uses good head movement to avoid it. Susi blocks an uppercut.
Tyrone Jones lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Susi.#BC# Susi escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Tyrone Jones scores with a sloppy right hand. Susi should have avoided that one. Jab from Tyrone Jones.#KD2# Tyrone Jones catches Susi napping and connects with a big right hand that sends Susi to the canvas!
#ROC2# Susi is rocked!#T3# Tyrone Jones keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Susi's head. Oh Susi is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!! Susi is looking to stand up but Tyrone Jones isn't so interested in that idea. Tyrone Jones working some strikes from top position.#SUB# Susi is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! Tyrone Jones has his hands clasped together but Susi extends and breaks Tyrone Jones's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by Susi.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Tero Susi! Tero Susi gave a mention to Aspire Nutrition in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales). In defeat, Russell Tyrone Jones stepped up to the mic, saying 'Wu Tang is for the children. We teach the children... Wu Tang fuh eva!'.
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Event:
MMAHelsinki - 128
Date: Jun 25, 2017 |
#R1# Tyrone Jones scores with a punch to the head. Morueco blocks a jab. Morueco misses with a wild body shot. Tyrone Jones was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger. Tyrone Jones connects with a right hand. Morueco shakes it off. Tyrone Jones dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Tyrone Jones getting the better of the striking in that exchange. Tyrone Jones jabs at Morueco's body. Tyrone Jones is looking to land body kicks. Tyrone Jones lands a glancing blow to the side of Morueco's head. Tyrone Jones swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Morueco. 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! Tyrone Jones stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Morueco. Morueco takes a swing at Tyrone Jones's ribcage but misses. Ouch! a nice leg kick from Tyrone Jones, right into the meat.
Tyrone Jones jabbing away but nothing is landing. Morueco misses the shot to the body. Tyrone Jones takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily. Morueco slips under a jab. We've been hearing reports that Tyrone Jones has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight. Tyrone Jones misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Morueco.
Tyrone Jones with a body punch. A glancing blow. Tyrone Jones dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Tyrone Jones wants to land a leg kick but Morueco is out of range. Tyrone Jones throws a shot to the body.
#T1##CL# Tyrone Jones pushes Morueco up against the cage in a clinch. Morueco misses with a punch to the body.
Tyrone Jones scores with a shoulder strike. A short body shot lands from Tyrone Jones as the two fighters clinch.
Tyrone Jones lands a left hand.
A right hand to the body from Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones scores with an uppercut up the middle. Tyrone Jones lands a body shot in the clinch.
Morueco looks winded! Morueco throws a punch but it's blocked by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones misses with a punch on the inside.
Tyrone Jones blocking some punches.
Morueco misses with a short punch on the inside. #TD2# Morueco pulls guard successfully.
Tyrone Jones is stalling in the full guard. #SUB2# Morueco is looking for a triangle here but Tyrone Jones uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Tyrone Jones content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though. #T2# 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! Morueco tries to bench press Tyrone Jones off him but Tyrone Jones keeps the position. Tyrone Jones wants to control but Morueco is keeping him busy. Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground! Morueco is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Tyrone Jones's leg. He's managed it. Nice work. Tyrone Jones is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. Tyrone Jones looks to score some points with some ground and pound. Tyrone Jones controlling the pace. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Tyrone Jones wants to take a breather but Morueco is having none of it. #T3##SUB2# Morueco looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2# Morueco looking to work for a kimura from the bottom. Tyrone Jones content to control rather than advance. Tyrone Jones wants to take a breather but Morueco is having none of it. Tyrone Jones slows the pace down in half guard. Tyrone Jones wants to lay and pray for a moment but Morueco keeps working. Morueco trying to control but Tyrone Jones postures up.
#T4# The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so. Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Tyrone Jones in particular looking to stall. Morueco is staying active underneath Tyrone Jones, who seems content to just control the action from this position. The fighters are battling for position here. Morueco manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB2# Morueco has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Tyrone Jones can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. Morueco is trying to keep Tyrone Jones in close.
#SUB2# Morueco working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Tyrone Jones doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Tyrone Jones manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. Tyrone Jones postures up and lands a big shot to Morueco's brow. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Russell Tyrone Jones dominated that round. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. #R2# Morueco fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done. Morueco jabs at Tyrone Jones's body.#CL2# Morueco has taken the fight to the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tyrone Jones. Morueco doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Still in the clinch, Tyrone Jones scores with a nice short uppercut. The pace really dropping off here, momentarily. Tyrone Jones lands with a light punch inside. Tyrone Jones can't find room to land a body shot as Morueco controls the action.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Morueco creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. Tyrone Jones swings wildly with an uppercut but Morueco uses good head movement to avoid it. Tyrone Jones lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Morueco lands a body punch in the clinch. Tyrone Jones tries to work over Morueco's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Tyrone Jones throws a punch but it's blocked by Morueco. A short uppercut from Morueco. 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! Tyrone Jones lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Morueco backwards. Tyrone Jones cracks Morueco with a nice body shot.#T1# Tyrone Jones lands a hook to the side of the head. Morueco tries to pull guard but Tyrone Jones holds him up against the cage and eventually Morueco drops back down to his feet.
Morueco goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
#BC# Tyrone Jones's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Tyrone Jones gets off balance looking for a body kick and Morueco counters with a nice leg kick. Morueco throws a leg kick but Tyrone Jones checks it. Nice body kick there by Tyrone Jones. Morueco is breathing heavily. Tyrone Jones lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise. Tyrone Jones dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Russell Tyrone Jones is winning the standup battle so far. Tyrone Jones just misses with a punch to the body.
Tyrone Jones lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh. Tyrone Jones is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Morueco can do to turn this around? Tyrone Jones rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Morueco moves out of range and avoids them all easily.#CL# Tyrone Jones darts in and clinches Morueco up against the cage.#BC# Tyrone Jones breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Morueco ducks under a wild hook from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Morueco at a distance.
This has been an exciting period of action! Morueco uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#T2# Morueco works the jab nicely. Russell Tyrone Jones seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Morueco throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Morueco digs a good hook to Tyrone Jones's body.
Tyrone Jones connects with a leg kick. Morueco looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it. Tyrone Jones misses with a straight left. Morueco is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Tyrone Jones rather than just go for the knockout. Tyrone Jones misses the shot to the body. Morueco scores with a head kick.
Nice body kick from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones swings for the body but Morueco moves out of range.
Morueco takes a swing at Tyrone Jones's ribcage but misses. Tyrone Jones connects with a solid leg kick. Morueco will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Tyrone Jones looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Nice defenses there by Tyrone Jones. Morueco misses the shot to the body. Tyrone Jones defending well as Morueco loads up on a big left hand. Tyrone Jones jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.#T3# Morueco misses with a series of wild punches.
Tyrone Jones lands a nice shot to the body.
A good leg kick by Tyrone Jones. Thud! ouch! good body kick from Tyrone Jones - that will leave a mark!
Tyrone Jones swings away with a body shot that misses
and Morueco makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range. A left lands for Tyrone Jones. Morueco takes one to the chin there. Morueco walks forward, straight into a front kick from Tyrone Jones. A jab from Tyrone Jones finds it's way through Morueco's defenses. Tyrone Jones looks to land a right hand but Morueco moved out of range. Tyrone Jones lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.#ROC# Morueco is rocked! This has been an exciting period of action! Both fighters step back and shake their arms out. Tyrone Jones engages and cracks Morueco with a massive lead left hook - Morueco tumbles to the floor, out cold! What a shot! Tyrone Jones is delighted - all that hard work in training paid off!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:51 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Russell Tyrone Jones! Russell Tyrone Jones spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant.
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Event:
MMAHelsinki - 121
Date: May 20, 2017 |
#R1# Nickal sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs. Nickal lands a nice looking body shot.
Nickal ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Nickal throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Nickal misses with a straight right. Nickal dodges the punch combination from Tyrone Jones.
A telegraphed right hand from Tyrone Jones misses the target. Tyrone Jones has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Razor Sharp Training Systems in the buildup to the fight. Tyrone Jones throws a predictable looking body shot
#TD2# and Nickal counters with a nice double leg into guard. Tyrone Jones wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. Tyrone Jones preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. Tyrone Jones avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. Tyrone Jones is trying to control the position but Nickal postures up. Tyrone Jones avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. Nickal lands a couple of digs. Nickal in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. Tyrone Jones has control of Nickal 's left arm, preventing Nickal from doing any damage. Tyrone Jones tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T1# Nickal is in close to Tyrone Jones's body, working some short punches and elbows. Nickal postures up and lands a big shot to Tyrone Jones's brow. Nickal is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. Nickal missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. Tyrone Jones controls Nickal momentarily but Nickal frees himself. Tyrone Jones has Nickal pulled in close to control his posture. The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up. Tyrone Jones looking to hit a scissor sweep but Nickal is one step ahead there. Nickal throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Tyrone Jones works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity. Nickal tests Tyrone Jones's chin there with a solid looking shot. Tyrone Jones lands with a shot to the body. #T2# Nickal misses the body punch and Tyrone Jones counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. #TD2# Nickal fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Tyrone Jones to the ground. Nickal is now in Tyrone Jones's guard. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Tyrone Jones seems keen to control Nickal 's posture. Nickal preventing the sweep. Nickal throws a strike but Tyrone Jones rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR# Nickal controlling the position. Nickal keeping moving, preventing Tyrone Jones from controlling successfully. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Nickal wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. Tyrone Jones sitting in guard here, content to control. #T3# Tyrone Jones wants to control from the top but Nickal keeps moving. There's a bit of a scramble here and now Nickal is on top in guard.
#REVB# Nickal throwing strikes from guard but Tyrone Jones blocks nicely. Nickal landing with the ground and pound. Nickal postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. Nickal missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. Nickal in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. Nickal preventing the sweep. Nickal working some strikes from top position. A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Nickal accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #T4# Tyrone Jones has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. Nickal throws a big elbow that misses. Nickal with a nice head shot there. Nickal stands up over Tyrone Jones, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. Nickal in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. Tyrone Jones trying to control the position.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace. Nickal throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet. Nickal misses with a hook to the body
and Tyrone Jones counters with a nice body kick.
Nickal misses with a looping right. Nickal misses with a right hand and Tyrone Jones makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Nickal really felt that one! Nickal misses with a wild body shot. Nickal waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tyrone Jones.#CL# Tyrone Jones has Nickal up against the cage in a clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bo Nickal dominated that round. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. #R2# Tyrone Jones ducks under a wild hook from Nickal . Nice shot by Tyrone Jones. Nickal avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Nickal fails to land the takedown. A lazy left from Tyrone Jones finds it's target. Russell Tyrone Jones is winning the standup battle so far. Tyrone Jones lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Nickal at a distance.
Nickal walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush. Nickal throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Tyrone Jones counters with a straight right hand. Nickal misses with a hook. Tyrone Jones ducked under it nicely. Nickal takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Nickal swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made. Russell Tyrone Jones seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Tyrone Jones is looking to land body kicks. The crowd cheers as Tyrone Jones lands an impressive looking overhand right. Nickal doesn't seem phased though. Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones lands with a nice combination. Nickal backs away looking to recover. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. A punch lands to the side of Tyrone Jones 's head but he takes it in his stride. Tyrone Jones lands a really nice looking cross but Nickal seems unphased.
#T1# Nickal fails with a takedown attempt from distance. Tyrone Jones lands a slapping body shot.
Nickal misses with the combination.
Tyrone Jones feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Nickal s jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist! Nice body kick from Tyrone Jones. Nickal shoots in but Tyrone Jones avoids the takedown attempt easily. Russell Tyrone Jones has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bo Nickal . Tyrone Jones lands an overhand right. Nickal throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Russell Tyrone Jones is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. No joy there for Tyrone Jones, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Tyrone Jones showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Nickal .
Nickal punishes Tyrone Jones's body with a nice straight punch.#T2# Nickal goes for a double leg but Tyrone Jones avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Tyrone Jones continues to drive forward. Good shot there by Nickal . We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Nickal moves out of range of the body kick. Nickal throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Tyrone Jones is looking to land body kicks. Tyrone Jones throws a half hearted mid kick. Tyrone Jones moves out of range of the strikes. Tyrone Jones misses with a body kick. Tyrone Jones throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body. Tyrone Jones swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Tyrone Jones lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent. Tyrone Jones steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Nickal . Tyrone Jones swinging wildly here.
Nickal moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot. Nice takedown defense from Tyrone Jones. No joy for Nickal on that attempt. Tyrone Jones tries to clinch up.#T3# Nickal shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Tyrone Jones as he avoids it easily. Tyrone Jones lands a front kick. Nickal is breathing heavily. Tyrone Jones throws a body punch but Nickal moves out of range. Tyrone Jones stuns Nickal with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range. Nickal takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Tyrone Jones scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent. Tyrone Jones scores with a shot to the body.
Tyrone Jones takes one to the chin there.#CL# Tyrone Jones takes the fight into the clinch. Tyrone Jones scores with a shot to the side of Nickal 's head. Tyrone Jones effectively controlling the action here. Nickal has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Tyrone Jones after a bit of a struggle. #TD2# Nickal gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Nickal is in close to Tyrone Jones's body, working some short punches and elbows.#T4##SUB# Tyrone Jones had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Nickal defends it easily. Tyrone Jones is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Nickal can do to turn this around? Tyrone Jones trying to keep a closed guard but Nickal is proving a slippery customer.
Tyrone Jones looking to sweep here. No luck so far. There's a bit of a scramble here and now Tyrone Jones is on top in guard.
#REVR# Tyrone Jones sitting in guard, not really doing much. Tyrone Jones preventing the sweep. Tyrone Jones tries to free his leg and advance position but Nickal is retaining full guard. Nickal is trying to keep Tyrone Jones in close.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Russell Tyrone Jones 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# Tyrone Jones lands a front kick. Nickal fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt. Tyrone Jones is looking to clinch. Nickal fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Tyrone Jones avoids it really well and circles away. Nickal throws a looping overhand right but Tyrone Jones ducks down to avoid it. Nickal has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him. Tyrone Jones slips under a jab. Tyrone Jones throws a quick counter kick to the body but Nickal avoids it. Tyrone Jones works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Tyrone Jones throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
#TD2# and Nickal counters with a nice double leg into half guard. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Tyrone Jones blocking the ground and pound attempt from Nickal . Nickal is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. Tyrone Jones moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard. Tyrone Jones is trying to control the position but Nickal postures up. #T1# Tyrone Jones wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. Tyrone Jones lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR# Tyrone Jones trying to control but Nickal is working from the bottom. Tyrone Jones controls from within his opponent's guard. Nickal manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Tyrone Jones manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB# Tyrone Jones is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Tyrone Jones wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #T2# Nickal advances to half guard. Tyrone Jones slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work. Tyrone Jones has momentary wrist control but Nickal slips an elbow through the middle. Tyrone Jones 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# Tyrone Jones thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. Tyrone Jones trying to control from half guard but Nickal is working away. Nickal manages to get to full guard.
Tyrone Jones scoring with punches to the head and body. #T3# Tyrone Jones with a flurry of punches that miss. Tyrone Jones tries to free his leg and advance position but Nickal is retaining full guard. Nickal tries to land a sweep but no joy. Nickal pulls Tyrone Jones in to control the position. Nickal 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. Tyrone Jones trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. Nickal looking to hit a scissor sweep but Tyrone Jones is one step ahead there. Tyrone Jones is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position. Tyrone Jones wants to control from the top but Nickal keeps moving. #T4# My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer. Nickal is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity. Nickal ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tyrone Jones moves away. Tyrone Jones works over Nickal 's head and body with a nice combination. Tyrone Jones misses with a right hand #TD2# and Nickal counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Tyrone Jones! Sloppy strikes there by Nickal . Tyrone Jones isn't going anywhere. Tyrone Jones tries to get back to half guard but can't. Nickal in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time. Tyrone Jones is trying to improve his position.
And that's the end of the fight! I would just about give that final round to Bo Nickal . I think Nickal 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 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Anni Minnemäki scores the fight 29:28 Judge Arvi Lind scores the fight 28:29 Judge Johanna Lukiainen scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Russell Tyrone Jones! Russell Tyrone Jones bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.
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Event:
MMAHelsinki - 114
Date: Apr 22, 2017 |
#R1# Yew ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tyrone Jones moves away. Yew moves out of range as Tyrone Jones strikes. Yew takes one to the side of the head.
Yew takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it. Yew throws a body shot but no joy. Tyrone Jones lands a jab to Yew's midsection. A nice inside leg kick there by Tyrone Jones. That's going to slow Yew down. #CL# Yew pushes Tyrone Jones up against the cage in a clinch. Yew scores with a shoulder strike. Tyrone Jones lands a body punch. Still in the clinch, Tyrone Jones scores with a nice short uppercut. Tyrone Jones lands a left hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Tyrone Jones tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Yew just stands there and leans against the cage. Tyrone Jones lands a body shot. Yew blocks a body shot from Tyrone Jones. Yew scores with a hook to the body. Yew tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Yew blocking some punches.
Yew lands a right hand. Yew lands a right hand that snaps the head of Tyrone Jones backwards. Yew takes a shot to the head. #T1# Tyrone Jones content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Tyrone Jones prevents a body shot from Yew. Tyrone Jones blocks a body shot from Yew. Yew lands a shoulder strike. Tyrone Jones lands with a light punch inside. Yew misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tyrone Jones has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Yew seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Tyrone Jones can turn it around. Yew misses with a short punch on the inside. Yew tries to throw a body punch but Tyrone Jones avoids it by throwing Yew back against the cage. Yew cracks Tyrone Jones with a nice body shot. Tyrone Jones misses with a punch on the inside.
Yew is leaning against Tyrone Jones and scores with a nice uppercut to the body. Yew blocks an uppercut.
Yew misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Tyrone Jones lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Yew or not. Yew lands a left hand.
Tyrone Jones misses with a hook to the ribs.
Yew misses with the head strike.
Tyrone Jones lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Yew backwards. A head punch blocked on the inside by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones lands a nice uppercut. Yew lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Tyrone Jones.#T2# The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Tyrone Jones swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Yew misses with a hook from the clinch. A short right from Yew on the inside. Tyrone Jones's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! Yew lands a body punch. Tyrone Jones lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. Yew works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Tyrone Jones looks winded! A head punch on the inside from Tyrone Jones fails to land. Yew lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Tyrone Jones backwards. Yew working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. Yew misses with a hook to the ribs.
A head punch on the inside from Yew fails to land. Tyrone Jones misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tyrone Jones has a couple of punches blocked by Yew.
A short left from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones works on Yew's body with a couple of short punches. A quick uppercut on the inside from Yew. Yew swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tyrone Jones tries to break free but Yew pushes him back against the cage. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Yew. #T3# A head punch on the inside from Tyrone Jones fails to land. Tyrone Jones is trying to break the clinch but Yew has him pressed against the cage. Tyrone Jones misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Tyrone Jones is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath. Yew gets through Tyrone Jones's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. Yew scores with a shoulder strike. Yew throws a head punch that misses. A left hand lands to the body for Yew.
A right hand to the body from Yew.
Yew tries to throw a body punch but Tyrone Jones avoids it by throwing Yew back against the cage. Still in the clinch, Tyrone Jones scores with a nice short uppercut. Tyrone Jones swings wildly with an uppercut but Yew uses good head movement to avoid it. Yew lands a body punch. Yew is working Tyrone Jones over against the cage. A short left from Yew. Yew throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges. Yew scores with a shot to the side of Tyrone Jones's head. An uppercut to the body lands inside from Yew. #T4# A nice left hand lands by Yew.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Yew lands a body shot. Yew tries to work over Tyrone Jones's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. A head punch on the inside from Yew fails to land. Yew lands a body punch in the clinch. Yew lands with a short head shot on the inside. Tyrone Jones blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Yew lands a right hand. The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky. Yew lands with a short head shot on the inside. Yew misses with some punches.
Yew lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Tyrone Jones backwards. Yew misses with a body punch.
Yew misses with a body punch.
Tyrone Jones misses with a hook to the ribs.
Yew misses with a shot to the kidneys.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Tyrone Jones is trying to pull guard but Yew turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch. An uppercut to the body lands inside from Yew. Tyrone Jones swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Yew tries a body shot but Tyrone Jones blocks it.
Yew lands with a light punch inside. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Yef Yew dominated that round. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! #R2##CL2# Tyrone Jones pushes Yew up against the cage in a clinch. Yew misses with a punch on the inside.
Tyrone Jones fails to pull guard.
Yew misses with some punches.
Yew scores with a nice hook to the head. Yew lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. Yew misses with a punch to the body.
Tyrone Jones takes a shot to the head. A left hand lands to the body for Yew.
Tyrone Jones throws a punch but it's blocked by Yew. Yew lands a shoulder strike. Yew misses with a body punch.
A right handed body shot lands from Yew.
Tyrone Jones tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Yew doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tyrone Jones misses with the head strike.
Yew is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Tyrone Jones can do to turn this around?#BC2# Tyrone Jones breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Tyrone Jones is breathing heavily. Tyrone Jones misses with a wild body shot. Yew lands a nice looking body shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Tyrone Jones keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Tyrone Jones ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Yew moves away.#T1# Tyrone Jones slips under a jab. Yew fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tyrone Jones manages to avoid it. A left lands for Yew. Tyrone Jones digs a good hook to Yew's body.
Tyrone Jones shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down. Tyrone Jones bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Yew with a body punch. A glancing blow. Tyrone Jones looks to land a left hand but Yew moved out of range nicely. Yew lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw. Tyrone Jones takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Tyrone Jones scores with a leg kick.
Tyrone Jones swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Yew thows a left - swing and a miss! Tyrone Jones moves out of range of the strikes. Yew missing with a left hand there. Tyrone Jones was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Tyrone Jones looks like he wants to counter punch here. Yew checks a leg kick. Tyrone Jones throws a body punch but Yew moves out of range. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Decent striking displayed by Yew there.#T2# Tyrone Jones throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Yew. A quick step to the side and Yew tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect. Tyrone Jones throws a body shot but no joy. Russell Tyrone Jones seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Nice jab there from Yew. #CUT# It looks like Russell Tyrone Jones has been cut. Tyrone Jones jabbing away but nothing is landing. A counter left hand to the body from Yew misses its target. Yew throws a body shot but no joy. Tyrone Jones misses with a body shot.
Tyrone Jones moves out of range as Yew strikes. Tyrone Jones throws out a counter right but Yew avoids it with no problem. Yew slips under a jab from Tyrone Jones. Russell Tyrone Jones seems to be getting the better of the standup. Tyrone Jones takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch. Yew moves out of range as Tyrone Jones strikes. Yew ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tyrone Jones moves away. Tyrone Jones takes a jab right on the kisser.
Yew staying out of range there. Yew was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit. A swing and a miss from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones throws an overhand right that lands on Yew's shoulder, as Yew tries to avoid the shot. It looked like Yew was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones ducks under a wild hook from Yew. Tyrone Jones appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick. Yew takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Tyrone Jones moves away from the strike by Yew. Tyrone Jones takes a shot to the body in his stride.
#T3# Tyrone Jones throws the left hand but Yew avoids the punch easily. Tyrone Jones throws out a loose jab but Yew uses good head movement to avoid it. Tyrone Jones throws a lazy right hand but Yew sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Yew moves out of range of the strikes. Yew moves away from the strike by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones throws a big shot that misses. Yew keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tyrone Jones. Yew looks to land a right hand but Tyrone Jones moved out of range. A combination from Tyrone Jones does no damage. Tyrone Jones throws a right hand that misses
and Yew counters with a left to the body. Yew throws out a loose jab but Tyrone Jones uses good head movement to avoid it. Tyrone Jones moves out of range of the strikes. Yew looks to score with a jab to the body but Tyrone Jones is just out of range. Yew ducks under a wild hook from Tyrone Jones. Nice body punch from Yew. Yew misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tyrone Jones.
Yew throws an overhand right that lands on Tyrone Jones's shoulder, as Tyrone Jones tries to avoid the shot. Tyrone Jones flicks out a counter leg kick but Yew steps away. Tyrone Jones misses the jab.#T4# Tyrone Jones will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Tyrone Jones thumps Yew with a low kick. Tyrone Jones pivots, looking for a leg kick but Yew is out of range and Tyrone Jones settles back down. Yew moves away from the strike by Tyrone Jones. 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! Tyrone Jones moves out of range of the strikes. Tyrone Jones throws a leg kick but Yew sees it coming and checks it nicely. Yew moves out of range as Tyrone Jones strikes. A telegraphed right hand from Yew misses the target. Yew 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.
Tyrone Jones moves out of range as Yew strikes. Tyrone Jones tries a quick counter leg kick but Yew is wise to it. Yew swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Yew connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son. Tyrone Jones scores with a hook to the body. Yew takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. Tyrone Jones keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Yew. Tyrone Jones lands a right hook to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Yew connects with the punch. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Yef Yew dominated that second round. The cut man is working on Russell Tyrone Jones's cut. The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! #R3# Tyrone Jones throws a chopping leg kick but Yew manages to avoid taking any serious damage. Tyrone Jones uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Yew.
Tyrone Jones pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Yew throwing a counter right hand but Tyrone Jones manages to avoid it. Tyrone Jones moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross. Tyrone Jones uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Yew. Yew uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones misses with a hook. Yew lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Tyrone Jones at a distance.
Yew ducks under a wild hook from Tyrone Jones. Yew tries to clinch but Tyrone Jones is having none of it. Tyrone Jones fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Yew checks it well. Tyrone Jones misses with a hook. Yew moves out of range as Tyrone Jones strikes. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Jab from Yew. Yew moves out of range as Tyrone Jones strikes. Yew slips a straight right by Tyrone Jones. Yew ducks under a wild hook from Tyrone Jones. Yew on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. Tyrone Jones takes a shot to the body in his stride.
#T1# Tyrone Jones tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Yew was well out of range. Poor timing from Tyrone Jones. Yew throws out a powerful jab. Yew darts in and out, connecting with a jab. Yew slips a straight right by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones lands a leg kick that knocks Yew off balance momentarily. Yew misses with a straight left. Yew slips under a jab. Yew misses with a body shot.
Tyrone Jones looks to land a right hand but Yew moved out of range. An attempted straight right counter from Yew misses the target. Tyrone Jones fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done. Tyrone Jones throws out a loose jab but Yew uses good head movement to avoid it. Tyrone Jones throws a poor cross that misses
and Yew counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Yew misses with an uppercut. Tyrone Jones saw that one coming. Yew scores with a hook to the body. Tyrone Jones takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. Tyrone Jones throws a shot from downtown. Yew moves away and avoids it. Tyrone Jones takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. Yew throws a looping overhand right but Tyrone Jones ducks down to avoid it. Tyrone Jones uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Yew. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Yew slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.#T2# Tyrone Jones throws a head kick but Yew moves out of range.
Tyrone Jones cracks Yew with an open hand slap. Yew tests Tyrone Jones's chin there with a solid looking shot. Yew loads up on a big right hand but Tyrone Jones slips the punch.#CL# Yew pushes Tyrone Jones up against the cage in a clinch. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tyrone Jones. Still in the clinch, Yew scores with a nice short uppercut.#BC2# Tyrone Jones's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Yew needs to keep his hands up - Tyrone Jones had a free shot at his head there. Yew checks a leg kick. Tyrone Jones jabs Yew to the body, keeping him at a distance. Tyrone Jones looks to score with a combo but nothing lands. Yew keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tyrone Jones. Yew lands a right hook to the body.
Yew throws a jab but it's blocked by Tyrone Jones. Yew takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily. Tyrone Jones uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Yew.#T3# Tyrone Jones avoids the body shot from Yew.
Tyrone Jones swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Yew throwing a counter right hand but Tyrone Jones manages to avoid it. Tyrone Jones throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Yew sees it coming and avoids it easily. A slow jab from Yew misses its intended target. And an attempted straight right on the counter from Tyrone Jones! But no joy. Yew throws out a loose jab but Tyrone Jones uses good head movement to avoid it. Tyrone Jones moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross. Tyrone Jones fakes a head shot and lands one to the body. Yew has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Tyrone Jones.#CL2# Tyrone Jones fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Yew, pushing him back against the cage. Yew pushes Tyrone Jones back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. Nice body punch from Yew - that landed with a thud.
Yew goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Yew lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Tyrone Jones or not. Yew scores with a shot to the side of Tyrone Jones's head. Tyrone Jones blocking some punches.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tyrone Jones. Yew goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Yew lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Tyrone Jones or not. #T4# Yew misses with a hook to the ribs.
Yew can't find room to land a body shot as Tyrone Jones controls the action.
Yew lands with a short shot to the head. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. A head punch blocked on the inside by Tyrone Jones. Yew softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage. Tyrone Jones lands an uppercut. Yew tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. With the fighters clinched against the cage, Yew creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. Yew prevents Tyrone Jones from breaking the clinch. Yew doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Both fighters working to control the clinch. Tyrone Jones lands a nice uppercut. Yew blocks a body shot from Tyrone Jones. #BC2# Tyrone Jones escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Tyrone Jones throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Yew pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Yew misses the shot to the body. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Yew slips under a jab. Tyrone Jones cracks Yew with a good jab. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but Yef Yew did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it. The cut man is working on Russell Tyrone Jones's cut. That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. #R4##CL# Yew has taken the fight to the clinch.
Still in the clinch, Tyrone Jones scores with a nice short uppercut. Still in the clinch, Tyrone Jones scores with a nice short uppercut. Tyrone Jones lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Yew or not. Yew lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. A left hand lands to the body for Tyrone Jones.
Yew tries to work over Tyrone Jones's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. A right hand to the body from Yew.
Yew tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Yew works on Tyrone Jones's body with a couple of short punches. Yew goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Yew working aggressively here.
A short uppercut from Yew. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Yew lands a right hand. Tyrone Jones doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Yew scores with a shot to the side of Tyrone Jones's head. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Yew lands a right hand that snaps the head of Tyrone Jones backwards. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Yew. Tyrone Jones lands a left hand.
#T1# Yew misses with a short punch on the inside. Yew lands a shoulder strike. Both guys are working to get underhooks. Yew working aggressively here.
A nice right hand lands inside from Tyrone Jones. Yew lands with a light punch inside. Yew prevents a body shot from Tyrone Jones. Yew tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Yew lands with a short head shot on the inside. Yew lands a hook that snaps the head of Tyrone Jones backwards. A right hook to the body lands for Tyrone Jones.
Yew tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. A short uppercut from Tyrone Jones. Yew misses with a body punch.
Tyrone Jones is leaning against Yew and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.#BC2# Tyrone Jones breaks from the clinch.
Tyrone Jones tries to move into range but Yew moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand. Nice shot by Tyrone Jones.#T2# This has been an exciting period of action! Tyrone Jones turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick. Yew lands with a cross. Tyrone Jones slips a jab from Yew. Yew backing away here, and Tyrone Jones unleashes a leg kick that just misses. Tyrone Jones changes levels and scores with a jab to the body. Tyrone Jones throws a lazy right hand but Yew sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Tyrone Jones cracks Yew with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd. Nice defenses there by Yew. Good leg kick by Tyrone Jones there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Yew takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Yew on the wrong end of a nice jab. Tyrone Jones throws a lazy right hand but Yew sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Yew blocks a head kick by Tyrone Jones.
A quick step to the side and Yew tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect. Tyrone Jones connects with a body shot. Yew lands a nice hook to Tyrone Jones's body. Tyrone Jones takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. Tyrone Jones uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Yew. Yew slips a straight right by Tyrone Jones. Yew fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Tyrone Jones looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.#T3# Tyrone Jones throws a jab when Yew was well out of range. Tyrone Jones misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Yew.
Yew was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit. Nice shot by Tyrone Jones. Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Tyrone Jones 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 Yew has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Yew and we're back underway with a touch of gloves. Tyrone Jones 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. Tyrone Jones throws a big shot that misses. A little feinted left hand from Yew on the counter but he doesn't commit to it. Tyrone Jones misses with a body shot.
Tyrone Jones misses with a low kick. A big left from Tyrone Jones misses. Tyrone Jones throws a nice looking combination but Yew bobs and weaves to avoid any damage. Tyrone Jones is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted. Yew loads up on a big right hand but Tyrone Jones slips the punch. Tyrone Jones misses with a straight left. Tyrone Jones misses with a few strikes there.
Tyrone Jones avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Yew swats away the attempt to clinch by Tyrone Jones. Yew misses with a straight left. #T4# Tyrone Jones fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done. Tyrone Jones scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one. Tyrone Jones catches Yew with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong! Tyrone Jones thows a left - swing and a miss! Tyrone Jones slips a straight right by Yew. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Tyrone Jones throws the left hand but Yew avoids the punch easily. Tyrone Jones misses with a left hand and Yew cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. Tyrone Jones swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Yew throws a hook but Tyrone Jones avoids it easily. Yew tries to clinch but Tyrone Jones is having none of it. And an attempted straight right on the counter from Tyrone Jones! But no joy. Tyrone Jones tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Yew manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat. Yew bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Tyrone Jones's head. Tyrone Jones lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw. Yew swings and misses with a hook to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Tyrone Jones misses with a straight right. Yew is looking to counter punch. Tyrone Jones throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Tyrone Jones throws a low kick but Yew moves out of range easily. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close fourth round but Russell Tyrone Jones will probably get the nod - 10:9. The cut man is working on Russell Tyrone Jones's cut. The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round! #R5# Yew looks to land a right hand but Tyrone Jones moved out of range. Yew tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tyrone Jones was well out of range. Poor timing from Yew. Yew swings for the body but Tyrone Jones moves out of range.
Tyrone Jones has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye. Yew keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son. Tyrone Jones throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Tyrone Jones lands a slapping body shot.
Some wild striking there from Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Yew looks to score with a jab to the body but Tyrone Jones is just out of range. Tyrone Jones throws a leg kick but Yew moved away. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Yew slips a straight right by Tyrone Jones. Yew swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Yew ducks under a wild hook from Tyrone Jones. A looping hook to the body misses from Tyrone Jones. Yew does a little dance to reset his feet. Tyrone Jones tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Yew was well out of range. Poor timing from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.#T1# A big left from Yew misses. Tyrone Jones keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tyrone Jones swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made. Tyrone Jones fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Yew has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage. Yew uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent. Tyrone Jones moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. Tyrone Jones takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Tyrone Jones throws a nice outside leg kick. Yew throws a hook but Tyrone Jones blocks it. Yew moves out of range of the strikes. Yew swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect. Yew slips under a jab from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones catches Yew with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong! Tyrone Jones on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere. Yew takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Yew lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin. Yew is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Yew's jab looks to have found its range, popping Tyrone Jones under the eye. Yew throws a hook but Tyrone Jones blocks it. Russell Tyrone Jones has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2# Yew misses with a wild body shot. A slow jab from Tyrone Jones misses its intended target. Tyrone Jones throws a hook to the side of Yew's head but Yew sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Tyrone Jones looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Tyrone Jones thuds his right hand into Yew's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters. Tyrone Jones throws an off balance right hand
and Yew counters with a straight right hand. Tyrone Jones lands a jab. Tyrone Jones lands with a thumping leg kick.
Yew moves forwards but Tyrone Jones connects with a nice, crisp jab. Yew throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tyrone Jones looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it. Tyrone Jones misses with a looping right. Tyrone Jones swings for the body but Yew moves out of range.
Yew connects with a crisp jab. Yew lands with a shot to the body. Tyrone Jones throws a poor cross that misses
and Yew cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. Tyrone Jones misses with a looping right.#T3# Yew throws out a loose jab but Tyrone Jones uses good head movement to avoid it. Tyrone Jones swings and misses with a shot to the body letting Yew counter with a right hand. Yew takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Yew thuds his right hand into Tyrone Jones's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters. Tyrone Jones works the jab nicely. Tyrone Jones connects with a right hand. Yew shakes it off. A swing and a miss from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones wants to clinch up but Yew keeps it at a distance. Tyrone Jones scores to the head and body with a nice combination!#ROC2# Yew is rocked!#CUT2# It looks like Yef Yew has been cut. A big right from Tyrone Jones misses. Oh Yew is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!! Tyrone Jones is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell? Yew ducks down and throws a hook to the body. Yew seems to have got his legs back now. This has been an exciting period of action! Tyrone Jones is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Yew. Tyrone Jones takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Tyrone Jones throws a hook to the side of Yew's head but Yew sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Tyrone Jones throws a hook to the side of Yew's head but Yew sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. A counter left hand to the body from Yew misses its target. Yew throws the left hand but Tyrone Jones avoids the punch easily. Tyrone Jones only half commits to the counter leg kick.#T4# Yew takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh. Tyrone Jones tries to clinch but Yew moves away letting Yew counter with a right hand. Yew comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range. Tyrone Jones bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Yew defending well as Tyrone Jones loads up on a big left hand. Tyrone Jones misses with a body punch
#CL# and Yew counters into the clinch. Nicely done. Tyrone Jones blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Yew's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! Tyrone Jones lands with a light punch inside. Yef Yew has scored more points in the clinch so far. Yew misses with a body punch.
Yew tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Tyrone Jones blocks a body shot from Yew. Tyrone Jones prevents a body shot from Yew. A short right from Tyrone Jones on the inside. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Yew misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Yew throws a punch but it's blocked by Tyrone Jones. A short body shot lands from Yew as the two fighters clinch.
Yew tries a body shot but Tyrone Jones blocks it.
Tyrone Jones tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Yew's elbow.
And that's the end of the fight! I would just about give that final round to Russell Tyrone Jones. I think Yew 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Tarja Halkonen scores the fight 48:47 Judge Roosa Järviläinen scores the fight 48:47 Judge Johanna Lukiainen scores the fight 48:47
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Yef Yew! Yef Yew retains his middleweight title! In his post fight interview, Yef Yew started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception. In defeat, Russell Tyrone Jones stepped up to the mic, saying 'Wu Tang is for the children. We teach the children... Wu Tang fuh eva!'.
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MMAHelsinki - 107
Date: Mar 29, 2017 |
#R1# Yew connects with a crisp jab. Yew checks a leg kick nicely. Yew lands a slapping body shot.
Tyrone Jones connects with a body shot that sends Yew's belly button to the back. Yew looks to land a left hand but Tyrone Jones moved out of range nicely. Tyrone Jones wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.#CL2# Yew has managed to clinch.
Tyrone Jones lands with a right to the head. Tyrone Jones goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Tyrone Jones blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Yew throws a head punch that misses. Tyrone Jones swings wildly with an uppercut but Yew uses good head movement to avoid it. Tyrone Jones misses with some punches.
A short right from Tyrone Jones on the inside. Yew lands a left hand that snaps the head of Tyrone Jones backwards. 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! A head punch blocked on the inside by Yew. Yew throws a punch but it's blocked by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones tries to throw a body punch but Yew avoids it by throwing Tyrone Jones back against the cage. Tyrone Jones misses with the head strike.
Tyrone Jones blocks a body shot from Yew. Yew misses with a hook to the ribs.
Yew is working Tyrone Jones over against the cage.#T1# Tyrone Jones working aggressively here.
I was talking to Tyrone Jones's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight. Yew misses with the head strike.
Yew goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A left hand lands to the body for Yew.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Yew. Yew lands a body punch in the clinch. Tyrone Jones lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Yew backwards. Yew misses with a punch on the inside.
Yew throws a punch but it's blocked by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tyrone Jones tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Yew's elbow. Yew's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! A short right hand to the side of the head by Tyrone Jones. Yew lands a right hand. A head punch on the inside from Yew fails to land. Tyrone Jones blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Yew misses with a short punch on the inside. Tyrone Jones slows down the pace here.
Tyrone Jones misses with a hook to the ribs.
#T2# With the fighters clinched against the cage, Yew creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Yew tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tyrone Jones's elbow. Yew lands a hook that snaps the head of Tyrone Jones backwards. Tyrone Jones lands with a short head shot on the inside. Yew prevents a body shot from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tyrone Jones has Yew pushed against the cage. Yew can't find room to land a body shot as Tyrone Jones controls the action.
Yew swings wildly with an uppercut but Tyrone Jones uses good head movement to avoid it. Yew lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Tyrone Jones backwards. Tyrone Jones lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. Yew fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tyrone Jones lands with a light punch inside. Tyrone Jones looking to stall.
Tyrone Jones fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Yew working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. Tyrone Jones blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tyrone Jones doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
#T3# Tyrone Jones prevents a body shot from Yew. Tyrone Jones tries to stall but Yew uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Tyrone Jones effectively controlling the action here. Yew lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. Yew being controlled against the cage. Yew misses with some punches.
A shot in the inside from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tyrone Jones. Yew fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Yew lands a hook that snaps the head of Tyrone Jones backwards. Tyrone Jones struggles to land a body shot inside as Yew controls his hands.
Tyrone Jones lands with a short head shot on the inside. Yew misses with a hook to the ribs.
Yew misses with some punches.
Yew throws a head punch that misses. Yew working aggressively here.
Yew misses with a hook to the ribs.
Yew throws a punch but it's blocked by Tyrone Jones. #T4# Tyrone Jones lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Yew or not. Tyrone Jones fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tyrone Jones tries a body shot but Yew blocks it.
Yew lands a right hand that snaps the head of Tyrone Jones backwards. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Tyrone Jones scores with a shot to the side of Yew's head. A short right from Tyrone Jones on the inside. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Yew. Yew tries a body shot but Tyrone Jones blocks it.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now. Yew being controlled against the cage. Tyrone Jones struggles to land a body shot inside as Yew controls his hands.
Yew prevents a body shot from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones lands a body shot in the clinch.
Yew misses with a short punch on the inside. A head punch on the inside from Tyrone Jones fails to land. Tyrone Jones struggles to land a body shot inside as Yew controls his hands.
Yew misses with a short punch on the inside. Tyrone Jones scores with an uppercut up the middle. Tyrone Jones misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tyrone Jones throws a punch but it's blocked by Yew. 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 Russell Tyrone Jones will probably get the nod. 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# Tyrone Jones throws a jab but it's blocked by Yew. Yew moves away from the strike by Tyrone Jones. Yew misses with a hook
and Tyrone Jones counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. Tyrone Jones on the wrong end of a nice hook. Yew swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Yew scores with a body shot.
Tyrone Jones moves out of range as Yew strikes. Tyrone Jones tried to counter with a leg kick but Yew avoided it. Yew fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done. Tyrone Jones misses with a looping left. Tyrone Jones is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
The fighters circling - Yew throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #CL# The fight moves into the clinch position. With the fighters clinched against the cage, Tyrone Jones creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Yew misses with a short punch on the inside. Yew blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Yew lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Tyrone Jones or not. #T1# Yew throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Tyrone Joness head. Yew tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tyrone Jones's elbow. Yew throws a head punch that misses. Yew being controlled against the cage. Yew misses with a short punch on the inside. Yew has a couple of punches blocked by Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Tyrone Jones blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Yew throws a head punch that misses. Tyrone Jones lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Yew or not. Tyrone Jones blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tyrone Jones misses with the head strike.
Yew letting Tyrone Jones take a breather here. Russell Tyrone Jones has scored more points in the clinch so far. Tyrone Jones misses with a punch to the body.
Tyrone Jones throws a head punch that misses. A nice left hand lands by Yew.
Yew lands a left hand that snaps the head of Tyrone Jones backwards. Tyrone Jones lands an uppercut.#T2# Yew misses with some punches.
Yew misses with the head strike.
Tyrone Jones tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Yew misses with some punches.
This has been an exciting period of action! Yew tries to throw a body punch but Tyrone Jones avoids it by throwing Yew back against the cage. Tyrone Jones goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Yew. Yew misses with some punches.
Tyrone Jones content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Yew misses with a punch on the inside.
Yew tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tyrone Jones's elbow. Tyrone Jones lands with a short shot to the head. Tyrone Jones digs a right hand underneath Yew's ribcage. Yew let out a lung full of air as it connected. Yew lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Tyrone Jones backwards. Nice body punch from Yew - that landed with a thud.
Tyrone Jones lands a nice uppercut. A head punch on the inside from Yew fails to land. Tyrone Jones lands a hook that snaps the head of Yew backwards. Tyrone Jones misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Tyrone Jones lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #T3# Yew misses with a punch on the inside.
Tyrone Jones is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath. A short uppercut from Tyrone Jones. Yew tries to throw a body punch but Tyrone Jones avoids it by throwing Yew back against the cage. Yew lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. Yew digs a right hand into Tyrone Jones's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Tyrone Jones's gas tank. Yew tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. An uppercut to the body lands inside from Yew. Yew lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Tyrone Jones backwards. Tyrone Jones can't find room to land a body shot as Yew controls the action.
Tyrone Jones throws a head punch that misses. Yew misses with a hook from the clinch. Nice body punch from Yew - that landed with a thud.
Tyrone Jones trying to control the position but instead, Yew has worked for underhooks and has pushed Tyrone Jones into the cage. Yew lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Nice body punch from Yew - that landed with a thud.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Yew. #T4# Yew lands with a left to the head. Tyrone Jones misses with a body punch.
Yew prevents a body shot from Tyrone Jones. Yew lands a hook to the side of the head. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Yew misses with a punch on the inside.
Tyrone Jones misses with a short punch on the inside. Yew misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tyrone Jones working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. Yew tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. A right hook to the body lands for Yew.
Yew throws a punch but it's blocked by Tyrone Jones. Yew tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Yew lands with a right to the head. A head punch blocked on the inside by Yew. Tyrone Jones throws a head punch that misses. Yew lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Yew lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. Yew lands on the inside with an uppercut. Tyrone Jones misses with a hook to the ribs.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Yef Yew showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. 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##CL2# Yew rushes Tyrone Jones and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch. Yew scores with a nice hook to the head. Yew lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. A head punch on the inside from Tyrone Jones fails to land. Yew tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tyrone Jones's elbow. Tyrone Jones blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Yew lands a hook to the side of the head. Yew stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body. Yew misses with a short punch on the inside. Tyrone Jones goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Tyrone Jones working aggressively here.
Tyrone Jones blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Yew misses with the head strike.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Yew lands with a left to the head. A short right hand to the side of the head by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tyrone Jones lands a left hand that snaps the head of Yew backwards. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! A nice left hand lands by Tyrone Jones.
Yew swings wildly with an uppercut but Tyrone Jones uses good head movement to avoid it. Tyrone Jones goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
#T1# Tyrone Jones misses with the head strike.
Yew misses with the head strike.
Yew goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Yew lands with a short shot to the head. Yew lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. Tyrone Jones blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Yew tries to work over Tyrone Jones's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Tyrone Jones misses with a short punch on the inside. A nice left hand lands by Tyrone Jones.
Yew throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges. Tyrone Jones prevents a body shot from Yew. The referee is keeping an eye on Tyrone Jones - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Both guys are working to get underhooks. Yew prevents a body shot from Tyrone Jones. A short left from Yew. Tyrone Jones lands an uppercut. Yew lands a right hand that snaps the head of Tyrone Jones backwards. #T2# Tyrone Jones misses with a hook from the clinch. Tyrone Jones lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Yew backwards. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Tyrone Jones blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Yew goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Tyrone Jones pushes Yew back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. Tyrone Jones tries a body shot but Yew blocks it.
Yew lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Tyrone Jones backwards. Yew tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tyrone Jones's elbow. Yew tries to work over Tyrone Jones's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Tyrone Jones is trying to maintain a safe position but Yew gets an underhook and turns Tyrone Jones into the cage. Tyrone Jones can't find room to land a body shot as Yew controls the action.
Tyrone Jones blocks a body shot from Yew. Yew lands a body shot in the clinch.
Both fighters are breathing heavily. Tyrone Jones has a couple of punches blocked by Yew.
Yew throws a head punch that misses. Yew has a couple of punches blocked by Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Tyrone Jones lands a body punch in the clinch. Tyrone Jones is trying to stall.
Tyrone Jones doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
#T3# Yew fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones misses with a punch on the inside.
Tyrone Jones throws a head punch that misses. Yew tries to work over Tyrone Jones's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. A head punch blocked on the inside by Tyrone Jones. Yew can't find room to land a body shot as Tyrone Jones controls the action.
Tyrone Jones misses with a hook to the ribs.
Yew lands a nice shot to the body. Yew blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Yew misses with a hook from the clinch. Yew misses with a hook to the ribs.
Yew swings wildly with an uppercut but Tyrone Jones uses good head movement to avoid it. Yew throws a head punch that misses. A head punch on the inside from Tyrone Jones fails to land. Tyrone Jones fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
#T4# A shot in the inside from Tyrone Jones. A short body shot lands from Tyrone Jones as the two fighters clinch.
Yew misses with a hook from the clinch. Yew struggles to land a body shot inside as Tyrone Jones controls his hands.
Tyrone Jones swings wildly with an uppercut but Yew uses good head movement to avoid it. Yew working aggressively here.
Tyrone Jones lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. The referee calls for Tyrone Jones to work.
Tyrone Jones fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tyrone Jones prevents a body shot from Yew. Yew lands a nice uppercut. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Tyrone Jones throws a punch but it's blocked by Yew. Yew misses with a punch on the inside.
Yew lands with a short shot to the head. Tyrone Jones taking a breather. Tyrone Jones misses with a short punch on the inside. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close third round but Yef Yew just about did enough to take it. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! #R4# Tyrone Jones throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Yew takes a shot right to the bread basket. Yew ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tyrone Jones moves away. Yef Yew seems to be getting the better of the standup. Yew scores with a nice head shot. Tyrone Jones is looking to land body kicks. Yew now looks to counter with a shot at the body. Yew defending well as Tyrone Jones loads up on a big left hand. Tyrone Jones with a hook. Tyrone Jones swings away with a leg kick that misses. Tyrone Jones tries to clinch letting Yew counter with a right hand. Tyrone Jones throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Yew sees it coming and avoids it easily. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2# Yew moves into range and clinches up with Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones blocks an uppercut.
Yew misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Yew misses with a short punch on the inside. Good body shot from Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #T1# Tyrone Jones misses with a punch to the body.
Tyrone Jones stalling in the clinch but Yew improves position. A hook to the body from Yew.
It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over. Tyrone Jones blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A right hand to the body from Yew.
Yew takes a shot to the head. Yew lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. A head punch blocked on the inside by Yew. With the fighters clinched against the cage, Yew creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. Yew working aggressively here.
Yew lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Tyrone Jones backwards. Yew's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! Tyrone Jones throws a head punch that misses. Yew tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tyrone Jones's elbow. Tyrone Jones doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Yew blocks an uppercut.
Tyrone Jones misses with a punch on the inside.
Yew swings wildly with an uppercut but Tyrone Jones uses good head movement to avoid it. #T2# Tyrone Jones misses with a short punch on the inside. Yew blocks an uppercut.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors. Tyrone Jones misses with a punch on the inside.
Both fighters working to control the clinch. A quick uppercut on the inside from Tyrone Jones. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Yew misses with a hook from the clinch. A shot in the inside from Tyrone Jones. Yew misses with a short punch on the inside. Tyrone Jones is trying to maintain a safe position but Yew gets an underhook and turns Tyrone Jones into the cage. Yew struggles to land a body shot inside as Tyrone Jones controls his hands.
Tyrone Jones misses with a punch on the inside.
Yew throws a punch but it's blocked by Tyrone Jones. A quick uppercut on the inside from Yew. Yew tries to throw a body punch but Tyrone Jones avoids it by throwing Yew back against the cage. Tyrone Jones misses with a hook from the clinch. Tyrone Jones misses with a body punch.
Yew tries to work over Tyrone Jones's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #T3# Tyrone Jones tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Yew blocks an uppercut.
Tyrone Jones lands a shot to the body. Yew doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Yew lands with a right to the head. Yew throws a punch but it's blocked by Tyrone Jones. Yew tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tyrone Jones's elbow. Tyrone Jones blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tyrone Jones blocking some punches.
A head punch on the inside from Yew fails to land. Tyrone Jones tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Yew's elbow. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tyrone Jones. A quick uppercut on the inside from Tyrone Jones. A battle for position here, against the cage. Tyrone Jones blocks a body shot from Yew. Yew tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Yew blocking some punches.
#T4# Yew lands a right hand that snaps the head of Tyrone Jones backwards. Yew working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. Tyrone Jones lands an uppercut. A head punch blocked on the inside by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones throws a head punch that misses. Yew misses with a hook to the ribs.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Yew swings wildly with an uppercut but Tyrone Jones uses good head movement to avoid it. Yew blocking some punches.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones working aggressively here.
Tyrone Jones is looking to control Yew's arms but Yew gets an underhook and turns him. Now Tyrone Jones has his back to the cage. Tyrone Jones throws a head punch that misses. A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors. Tyrone Jones is working Yew over against the cage. Tyrone Jones lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage. Tyrone Jones makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut. Tyrone Jones blocking some punches.
Yew goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close fourth round but I would say that Russell Tyrone Jones 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. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards. #R5# Tyrone Jones misses with an uppercut. Yew throws a lazy right hand but Tyrone Jones sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#CL2# Yew gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here. Yew misses with a hook from the clinch. Tyrone Jones lands with a short shot to the head. Yew tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Tyrone Jones blocking some punches.
Yew misses with the head strike.
A short right from Yew. Yew misses with a punch on the inside.
A nice left hand lands by Tyrone Jones.
Yew lands with a light punch inside. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Yew. Tyrone Jones blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Yew throws a punch but it's blocked by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones tries a body shot but Yew blocks it.
Yew misses with a short punch on the inside. Tyrone Jones's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#T1# Tyrone Jones throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Yews head. Tyrone Jones blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Tyrone Jones. Yew tries to throw a body punch but Tyrone Jones avoids it by throwing Yew back against the cage. Tyrone Jones blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Yew misses with a punch on the inside.
Yew misses with some punches.
Tyrone Jones lands a right hand. Tyrone Jones blocks an uppercut.
Tyrone Jones throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges. Yew is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell? Yew misses with a punch on the inside.
Yew lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Tyrone Jones misses with a hook from the clinch. Yew lands with a short head shot on the inside. Yew misses with some punches.
Tyrone Jones swings wildly with an uppercut but Yew uses good head movement to avoid it. Tyrone Jones leaning his opponent against the cage. Yew has a couple of punches blocked by Tyrone Jones.
#T2# Tyrone Jones gets through Yew's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. Yew misses with a hook to the ribs.
Yew misses with a body punch.
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! Yew goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Still in the clinch, Yew scores with a nice short uppercut. Tyrone Jones tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. A short uppercut from Yew. Tyrone Jones blocks an uppercut.
Yew misses with a punch on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Yew fails to land. Tyrone Jones doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tyrone Jones blocks an uppercut.
Tyrone Jones swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Yew tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tyrone Jones's elbow. Yew blocking some punches.
Yew prevents a body shot from Tyrone Jones. Yew swings wildly with an uppercut but Tyrone Jones uses good head movement to avoid it. #T3# Tyrone Jones has a couple of punches blocked by Yew.
Yew blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tyrone Jones misses with a body punch.
Tyrone Jones can't find room to land a body shot as Yew controls the action.
Yew can't find room to land a body shot as Tyrone Jones controls the action.
Still in the clinch, Tyrone Jones scores with a nice short uppercut. Tyrone Jones pushes Yew back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. Tyrone Jones prevents a body shot from Yew. Tyrone Jones tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. A short left from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones blocks a body shot from Yew. Yew misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Yew works on Tyrone Jones's body with a couple of short punches. Yew misses with a punch on the inside.
Tyrone Jones lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. A short right hand to the side of the head by Yew. Tyrone Jones looking to slow down the pace here.#T4# Tyrone Jones working aggressively here.
Yew blocks an uppercut.
Tyrone Jones is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Yew is keeping busy. Tyrone Jones swings wildly with an uppercut but Yew uses good head movement to avoid it. Yew scores with a nice hook to the head. Tyrone Jones stalls. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Tyrone Jones trying to control the position but instead, Yew has worked for underhooks and has pushed Tyrone Jones into the cage. Tyrone Jones is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Yew is keeping busy. Maybe Tyrone Jones would be better served going for some more strikes rather than trying to control so much. Tyrone Jones lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. Tyrone Jones tries to work over Yew's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Yew softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage. Tyrone Jones blocks an uppercut.
And that's the end of the fight! I would just about give that final round to Yef Yew. Well Yew 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Arvi Lind scores the fight 47:48 Judge Matti Vanhoillinen scores the fight 47:48 Judge Johanna Lukiainen scores the fight 47:48
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Yef Yew! Yef Yew is the new middleweight champion! Yef Yew 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. Russell Tyrone Jones spoke after the fight, saying 'Wu Tang is for the children. We teach the children... Wu Tang fuh eva!'.
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MMAHelsinki - 100
Date: Feb 28, 2017 |
#R1# Mamchenko is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones tries to work over Mamchenko's front leg with a kick but Mamchenko checks it. Mamchenko drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Tyrone Jones defends it well. Tyrone Jones keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl. Mamchenko checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time. Tyrone Jones stuffs the takedown. Mamchenko throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tyrone Jones thuds his shin into the meat of Mamchenko's side. Nice uppercut there from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones cracks Mamchenko with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.#CL# Tyrone Jones darts in and clinches Mamchenko up against the cage. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Mamchenko lands with a short head shot on the inside. Mamchenko looking to stall.
A head punch on the inside from Mamchenko fails to land. Mamchenko taking a breather. A body shot lands from Tyrone Jones.
#T1# Tyrone Jones lands a body punch in the clinch. Mamchenko looks winded! The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch. Tyrone Jones working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. Tyrone Jones can't find room to land a body shot as Mamchenko controls the action.
Tyrone Jones can't find room to land a body shot as Mamchenko controls the action.
Mamchenko's coach down at Russian Bears Elite Gym was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Mamchenko's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight. Tyrone Jones lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. A bit of stalling here from Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones lands a hook that snaps the head of Mamchenko backwards. Tyrone Jones working aggressively here.
Mamchenko misses with a hook from the clinch. Tyrone Jones is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace. Tyrone Jones lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. Mamchenko is trying to break the clinch but Tyrone Jones is controlling him. Tyrone Jones tries to throw a body punch but Mamchenko avoids it by throwing Tyrone Jones back against the cage. Tyrone Jones is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Tyrone Jones working some nice short punches in the clinch.#T2# Mamchenko blocks a body shot from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones prevents the takedown attempt.
Russell Tyrone Jones has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Evgenii Mamchenko. Mamchenko prevents a body shot from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#TD2# Mamchenko works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard. Tyrone Jones 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 referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Tyrone Jones lands a nice short elbow. Tyrone Jones looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. Mamchenko gets full guard. Tyrone Jones connects with a couple of short punches. Mamchenko looking for a sweep. Not yet Mamchenko, not yet. Tyrone Jones sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T3# Tyrone Jones has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent. Mamchenko has momentary wrist control but Tyrone Jones slips an elbow through the middle. Tyrone Jones is stalling in the full guard. #T4# Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless. Tyrone Jones wants to control from the top but Mamchenko keeps moving. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Tyrone Jones is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity. Tyrone Jones swings and misses with a shot to the body#TD2# and Mamchenko counters with a nice double leg into half guard. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Russell Tyrone Jones dominated that round. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! #R2# Mamchenko throws an off balance right hand
and Tyrone Jones counters with a straight right hand. Tyrone Jones lands with a hook. Mamchenko tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. Tyrone Jones needs to keep his hands up - Mamchenko had a free shot at his head there. Mamchenko lands with a shot to the body. Tyrone Jones uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Mamchenko.
Nice jab there from Mamchenko. Tyrone Jones tests Mamchenko's chin there with a solid looking shot. Mamchenko misses with a telegraphed body shot
#CL# and Tyrone Jones moves into the clinch. Nice body punch from Tyrone Jones - that landed with a thud.
Tyrone Jones misses with the head strike.
Tyrone Jones blocks an uppercut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Tyrone Jones pressing his opponent against the cage. Tyrone Jones tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Mamchenko's elbow. Tyrone Jones lands a right hand that snaps the head of Mamchenko backwards. Tyrone Jones lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. #T1# Tyrone Jones digs a right hand into Mamchenko's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Mamchenko's gas tank. Tyrone Jones tries a body shot but Mamchenko blocks it.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones misses with a hook from the clinch. Russell Tyrone Jones has scored more points in the clinch so far. Tyrone Jones tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Mamchenko blocks an uppercut.
Mamchenko wants a takedown.
Mamchenko tries to break the clinch but Tyrone Jones is controlling the position. Mamchenko drops down looking for an ankle pick but Tyrone Jones pulls his leg out and moves away.
Tyrone Jones misses with a kick to the body #TD2# and Mamchenko counters with a nice double leg into side control. Tyrone Jones won't be happy with that. #SUB2# Mamchenko wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Tyrone Jones, who protects the arm well. Mamchenko working away. Tyrone Jones manages to work his way to half guard, despite Mamchenko's best efforts. Mamchenko not doing much here.
#T2# Tyrone Jones wants to improve his position but Mamchenko is controlling well.
Mamchenko tries to pass to full mount but Tyrone Jones defends it. #SUB2# Mamchenko is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Tyrone Jones has managed to free his arm - good work. Tyrone Jones manages to get to full guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Tyrone Jones looking for a sweep. Not yet Tyrone Jones, not yet. #T3# Mamchenko with a flurry of punches that miss. Tyrone Jones pulls Mamchenko in to control the position. #SUB# Mamchenko got a little sloppy there for a moment and Tyrone Jones has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Mamchenko has managed to get both his arms back between Tyrone Jones's legs - danger averted. Tyrone Jones seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. Tyrone Jones keeping moving, preventing Mamchenko from controlling successfully. Mamchenko throws a strike but Tyrone Jones rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR# Tyrone Jones trying to control the position from guard on top but Mamchenko is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Tyrone Jones is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#T4# Evgenii Mamchenko has got the better of the ground game so far. Mamchenko looking for a sweep. Not yet Mamchenko, not yet. Tyrone Jones trying to control the position from guard on top but Mamchenko is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up. Tyrone Jones controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity. Tyrone Jones connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Russell Tyrone Jones dominated that second round. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! #R3# Tyrone Jones has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Mamchenko finds it's way round the side to connect with Tyrone Jones's head. Tyrone Jones throws an overhand right that lands on Mamchenko's shoulder, as Mamchenko tries to avoid the shot. Mamchenko scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent. Mamchenko sizes up Tyrone Jones with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. #CUT2# It looks like Russell Tyrone Jones has been cut. Tyrone Jones tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Tyrone Jones misses with the body kick and Mamchenko counters with a lovely straight right hand! Tyrone Jones throws a body shot but no joy. Decent striking displayed by Mamchenko there. Mamchenko misses with a jab, cross combination.
Tyrone Jones stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush. Mamchenko scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Tyrone Jones doesn't seem bothered though. 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! Tyrone Jones scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business. A solid leg kick lands there for Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles. Mamchenko checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time. Mamchenko looks like he wants to counter punch here.#T1##CL# Tyrone Jones has closed the distance and engaged Mamchenko in a clinch.
Tyrone Jones swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tyrone Jones doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Still in the clinch, Tyrone Jones scores with a nice short uppercut. Mamchenko is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.#TD2# Mamchenko turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Mamchenko manages to end up in side control.#SUB2# Mamchenko is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Tyrone Jones knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. Mamchenko takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. Tyrone Jones manages to get back to half guard. Tyrone Jones trying to control but Mamchenko postures up.
Tyrone Jones is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T2# Tyrone Jones controlling the position for now. Tyrone Jones regains full guard. Nicely done. Mamchenko is fighting to break Tyrone Jones's control of his arms but Tyrone Jones is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment. Tyrone Jones is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent. Tyrone Jones is controlling Mamchenko's posture. Mamchenko wants to control from the top but Tyrone Jones keeps moving. Tyrone Jones controlling the position. Tyrone Jones seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission. There's a bit of a scramble here and now Tyrone Jones is on top in guard.
#REVR##T3# Mamchenko wants to sweep but no luck. Tyrone Jones is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Mamchenko can do to turn this around? Mamchenko is still trying to improve position. Tyrone Jones connects with a couple of short punches. Tyrone Jones slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. Mamchenko is looking to sweep but instead, Tyrone Jones has passed into half guard.
Tyrone Jones stalling. #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. Tyrone Jones continues to stall. Tyrone Jones'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. If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.#REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up. Mamchenko looks to score with a jab to the body but Tyrone Jones is just out of range. Good shot there by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones pivots, looking for a leg kick but Mamchenko is out of range and Tyrone Jones settles back down. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close third round but Evgenii Mamchenko just about did enough to take it. The cut man is working on Russell Tyrone Jones's cut. That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. #R4# Good standup being displayed there by Mamchenko as he connects with a hook. Tyrone Jones throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Nice takedown defense from Tyrone Jones. No joy for Mamchenko on that attempt. Tyrone Jones throws a body shot but no joy. Mamchenko thows a left - swing and a miss! Tyrone Jones scores with a punch to the head. Mamchenko throws a nice looking combination but Tyrone Jones bobs and weaves to avoid any damage. Mamchenko gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily and Tyrone Jones cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. Tyrone Jones is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches. Tyrone Jones ducks under a wild hook from Mamchenko. Russell Tyrone Jones is winning the standup battle so far. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Mamchenko swings widly with a right hand
and Tyrone Jones counters with a nice uppercut. Tyrone Jones fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done. Mamchenko is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted. Mamchenko darts in looking for a takedown but Tyrone Jones gets double underhooks and turns Mamchenko into the cage. Russell Tyrone Jones has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Evgenii Mamchenko. Tyrone Jones moves out of range as Mamchenko strikes.#T1# Tyrone Jones displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Mamchenko. #KD# Tyrone Jones cracks Mamchenko with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Mamchenko looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Tyrone Jones finish him?
#CL# Tyrone Jones closes the distance and pushes Mamchenko back into the cage. Tyrone Jones lands a hook that snaps the head of Mamchenko backwards. Mamchenko's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! Tyrone Jones misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tyrone Jones blocks an uppercut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Tyrone Jones tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Tyrone Jones lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. Tyrone Jones lands a hook to the side of the head.#ROC# Mamchenko is rocked! Tyrone Jones scores with a hook to the body. Mamchenko is still on wobbly legs! Can Tyrone Jones finish him? A right hand to the body from Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones scores with a shoulder strike. #T2# The referee is keeping an eye on Tyrone Jones - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Tyrone Jones lands a right hand that snaps the head of Mamchenko backwards. A quick uppercut on the inside from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones lands a left hand that snaps the head of Mamchenko backwards. Tyrone Jones lands a right hand that snaps the head of Mamchenko backwards. Tyrone Jones is leaning against Mamchenko and scores with a nice uppercut to the body. A short uppercut from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones stalling.
Tyrone Jones throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges. Tyrone Jones goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Tyrone Jones lands a right hand. Tyrone Jones tries to work over Mamchenko's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Mamchenko is trying to maintain a safe position but Tyrone Jones gets an underhook and turns Mamchenko into the cage. Tyrone Jones lands on the inside with an uppercut. Tyrone Jones is pushing Mamchenko up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word. #T3# Mamchenko misses with a punch on the inside.
Mamchenko seems to have recovered his senses. The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Tyrone Jones takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life. Tyrone Jones swings wildly with an uppercut but Mamchenko uses good head movement to avoid it. A short left from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones misses with a punch on the inside.
Mamchenko blocking some punches.
Nice body punch from Tyrone Jones - that landed with a thud.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Tyrone Jones takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life. Tyrone Jones misses with a shot to the kidneys.
#BC2# Mamchenko manages to break the clinch.
Tyrone Jones just misses with a punch to the body.
Tyrone Jones slips a straight right by Mamchenko.#T4# Nice shot lands for Mamchenko. Mamchenko fails miserably with a takedown attempt. Russell Tyrone Jones is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Tyrone Jones. Mamchenko shrugs it off though. Tyrone Jones darts in and out, connecting with a jab. Tyrone Jones connects with a right hand. Mamchenko shakes it off. Crunch! Tyrone Jones slams his shin into Mamchenko's torso. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Mamchenko moves forwards but Tyrone Jones connects with a nice, crisp jab. A jab from Tyrone Jones finds it's way through Mamchenko's defenses. Tyrone Jones throws a body kick that digs right into the meat. Tyrone Jones cracks Mamchenko with a right hand to the side of the head. Tyrone Jones with a body punch. A glancing blow. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Russell Tyrone Jones had his way with Evgenii Mamchenko in that round. The cut man is working on Russell Tyrone Jones's cut. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round! #R5# Tyrone Jones fails with an attempt to clinch.
Tyrone Jones smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button. Tyrone Jones lands with a thumping leg kick.
Tyrone Jones misses with a right hand #TD2# and Mamchenko counters with a nice double leg into half guard. Tyrone Jones is not content to let Mamchenko control the position. Tyrone Jones wants to control but Mamchenko is keeping busy and won't allow it. Mamchenko sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Tyrone Jones defending well though. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2# Mamchenko is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Tyrone Jones regains full guard. Nicely done. #T1# Tyrone Jones pulls Mamchenko in to control the position. Tyrone Jones controls Mamchenko momentarily but Mamchenko frees himself. A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Tyrone Jones holds on and takes a little breather. Mamchenko trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. Tyrone Jones is trying to keep Mamchenko in close.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet. Tyrone Jones lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR# Tyrone Jones trying to move into half guard but instead Mamchenko has managed to sweep!#REVB# Tyrone Jones avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. Mamchenko is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#T2# Tyrone Jones is trying to control the position but Mamchenko postures up. Evgenii Mamchenko has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Mamchenko wants to control from the top but Tyrone Jones keeps moving. Mamchenko pushes down on Tyrone Jones's leg and manages to get into half guard. Mamchenko wants to take a breather but Tyrone Jones is having none of it. Tyrone Jones moves into full guard.
Mamchenko postures up.
Tyrone Jones bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Mamchenko's guard. #REVR# Tyrone Jones showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T3# Tyrone Jones stopping the sweep attempt from Mamchenko. Mamchenko not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Tyrone Jones trying to control the position from guard on top but Mamchenko is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Tyrone Jones is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position. Mamchenko wants to sweep here but Tyrone Jones controlling him for the moment. Mamchenko 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##T4# A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace. Tyrone Jones moves into full guard.
Tyrone Jones keeping moving, preventing Mamchenko from controlling successfully. Mamchenko throws a big elbow that misses. Tyrone Jones is trying to control the position but Mamchenko postures up. Tyrone Jones is adopting a defensive guard. There's a bit of a scramble here and now Tyrone Jones is on top in guard.
#REVR# The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Tyrone Jones passes into half guard.
And that's the end of the fight! I would just about give that final round to Evgenii Mamchenko. I think Tyrone Jones 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Roosa Järviläinen scores the fight 50:45 Judge Marco Blurström scores the fight 48:47 Judge Ben Zyskovitsi scores the fight 49:47
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Russell Tyrone Jones! Russell Tyrone Jones retains his middleweight title! During a confident post fight interview, Russell Tyrone Jones thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Event:
MMAHelsinki - 92
Date: Jan 28, 2017 |
#R1##CL# Laureana moves into range and clinches up with Tyrone Jones. Laureana misses with a punch on the inside.
Laureana lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #CUT# It looks like Russell Tyrone Jones has been cut. Tyrone Jones lands a nice uppercut. Tyrone Jones misses with the head strike.
Tyrone Jones throws a punch but it's blocked by Laureana. Tyrone Jones blocking some punches.
Still in the clinch, Tyrone Jones scores with a nice short uppercut. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones keeps control of Laureana as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. Tyrone Jones lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Laureana or not. Tyrone Jones has a couple of punches blocked by Laureana.
Laureana throws a head punch that misses. A nice left hand lands by Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones misses with the head strike.
Laureana has had enough of the clinch but Tyrone Jones keeps him there for the moment.#BC# Laureana breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. Tyrone Jones uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Laureana. Tyrone Jones lands a nice hook to Laureana's body. Laureana takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Tyrone Jones scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one. Laureana moves out of range of the body kick from Tyrone Jones.
#T1# A slow jab from Laureana misses its intended target. Donk. Laureana catches Tyrone Jones right on the button with a cross. Tyrone Jones fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Laureana on the side of the head. Donk. Tyrone Jones catches Laureana right on the button with a cross.#CL2# Tyrone Jones closes the distance and clinches. Tyrone Jones throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges. Tyrone Jones is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Tyrone Jones working aggressively here.
Laureana blocks a body shot from Tyrone Jones. Laureana misses with a short punch on the inside. Tyrone Jones misses with a short punch on the inside. Laureana lands with a short shot to the head. Laureana is leaning against Tyrone Jones and scores with a nice uppercut to the body. Tyrone Jones blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Laureana lands a hook to the side of the head.#T2# Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Tyrone Jones lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Laureana. Tyrone Jones swings wildly with an uppercut but Laureana uses good head movement to avoid it. Laureana lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Tyrone Jones backwards. Nice body punch from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones blocks an uppercut.
Tyrone Jones pressing his opponent against the cage. Laureana is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Tyrone Jones gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt. Tyrone Jones swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Laureana blocks an uppercut.
Laureana misses with a punch on the inside.
Laureana misses with a punch on the inside.
Tyrone Jones lands a shot to the body. Tyrone Jones lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. Tyrone Jones makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut. Tyrone Jones lands a right hand that snaps the head of Laureana backwards. #T3# Tyrone Jones lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Laureana or not. Laureana is trying to push Tyrone Jones away but Tyrone Jones has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere. Tyrone Jones working aggressively here.
Tyrone Jones throws a punch but it's blocked by Laureana. A short left from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones lands with a light punch inside. A shot in the inside from Tyrone Jones. Laureana misses with a hook from the clinch. Tyrone Jones lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Laureana backwards. Tyrone Jones misses with a short punch on the inside. #TD# Laureana has picked Tyrone Jones up - he's going for a ride! Laureana dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard. Laureana wants to lay and pray for a moment but Tyrone Jones keeps working. Laureana perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Tyrone Jones works his way to full guard. Good work.#T4# Laureana wants to control from the top but Tyrone Jones keeps moving. Tyrone Jones has his hands on Laureana's head, controlling the position. Tyrone Jones looking to hit a scissor sweep but Laureana is one step ahead there. Tyrone Jones bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Laureana's guard. #REVB# Laureana keeping moving, preventing Tyrone Jones from controlling successfully. Laureana manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Tyrone Jones manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR# Tyrone Jones is trying to control the position but Laureana postures up. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Russell Tyrone Jones dominated that round. The cut man is working on Russell Tyrone Jones's cut. That's time! Back to the action! #R2# Good exchange - Tyrone Jones coming out on top. Tyrone Jones has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Laureana connects with a looping right hand.
Tyrone Jones tries to land a front kick but Laureana steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed. A little feinted left hand from Laureana on the counter but he doesn't commit to it. Tyrone Jones thows a left - swing and a miss! Tyrone Jones throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. Laureana moves out of range of the strikes. Tyrone Jones throws a wild body kick that Laureana sees coming a mile off. Tyrone Jones lands with a cross. Laureana tests Tyrone Jones's chin there with a solid looking shot. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Laureana misses with an uppercut. Tyrone Jones saw that one coming. Tyrone Jones throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Laureana sees it coming and avoids it easily. Tyrone Jones lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Laureana backs up against the cage.
#CUT2# It looks like Francisco Antonio Laureana has been cut. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Tyrone Jones fakes the leg kick and cracks Laureana in the body. #T1# Tyrone Jones tries to land a front kick but Laureana steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed. Laureana is looking to counter punch. Tyrone Jones looks to score with a jab to the body but Laureana is just out of range. Nice shot lands for Tyrone Jones. Laureana on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.#ROC2# Laureana is rocked! Laureana throws a poor cross that misses
and Tyrone Jones counters with a lovely straight right hand! Oh Laureana is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!! Laureana misses with a hook. Tyrone Jones ducked under it nicely. Russell Tyrone Jones seems to be getting the better of the standup. Tyrone Jones scores with a nice body kick.
Tyrone Jones cracks Laureana on the jaw with a powerful right hand and Laureana falls backwards against the cage. Tyrone Jones follows up with more strikes that drop Laureana to his knees. Tyrone Jones keeps the pressure on and the referee jumps in to save Laureana! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:37 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Russell Tyrone Jones! Russell Tyrone Jones retains his middleweight title! During a confident post fight interview, Russell Tyrone Jones thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Event:
MMAHelsinki - 84
Date: Dec 23, 2016 |
#R1# Cane on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Cane fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tyrone Jones manages to avoid it. Russell Tyrone Jones seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Tyrone Jones is looking to land body kicks. Cane blocks the body kick.
#CL2# Cane gets tackled into the cage by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones maintains the clinch. #TD# Cane turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Cane manages to end up in side control. Cane scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Tyrone Jones to see if he's OK. Cane cracks Tyrone Jones with a big right hand but Tyrone Jones just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Cane lands a nice forearm strike. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Tyrone Jones is trying to get back to half guard. Cane working the ground and pound. Tyrone Jones is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Cane off and has taken his back! Even with his hooks in, Tyrone Jones manages to miss with strikes from the back. Cane is taking damage to the body and head. #T1# Cane can't escape the position.
Tyrone Jones misses with a punch to the head. Tyrone Jones lands a shot to the head. Tyrone Jones gets his hands free as Cane looks to control. Cane is trapped and Tyrone Jones is scoring with shots to the head and body. Tyrone Jones throwing strikes from the back - he gets a warning from the referee for striking the back of the head but all these shots are hurting Cane!
Tyrone Jones missing with strikes from the back. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Cane wants to escape the position.
Even with his hooks in, Tyrone Jones manages to miss with strikes from the back. Tyrone Jones thows a huge left but connects with the canvas and not his opponent. #T2# Cane wants to escape the position.
Cane covering up well and avoiding damage. Tyrone Jones is hanging on to Cane's back as he tries to escape.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Tyrone Jones missing with strikes from the back. Cane rolls, trying to escape but Tyrone Jones keeps control of the position.
Cane grimaces as he takes a shot to the body. Tyrone Jones lands a shot to the head. Tyrone Jones doesn't have the hooks in and Cane manages to turn into his guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Tyrone Jones is on top in guard.
#REVB# Cane manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Tyrone Jones manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR##T3# Cane lands a couple of elbows. Tyrone Jones has momentary wrist control but Cane slips an elbow through the middle. Cane won't allow Tyrone Jones to sweep him here. #SUB2# Tyrone Jones has managed to work for a loose triangle. I think Cane should be able to defend this one pretty easily though. Oh, Tyrone Jones has tightened it up now! Cane should have reacted faster there - he's in big trouble and yes, he's tapped out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:40 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Russell Tyrone Jones! Russell Tyrone Jones is the new middleweight champion! In his post fight interview, Russell Tyrone Jones started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
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Event:
MMAHelsinki - 79
Date: Nov 21, 2016 |
#R1# Colt shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Tyrone Jones as he avoids it easily. Colt throws a body punch but Tyrone Jones moves out of range. Tyrone Jones ducks down and throws a hook to the body. Colt cracks Tyrone Jones with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd. We've been hearing reports that Colt has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight. Colt misses the shot to the body. Tyrone Jones drops his hands momentarily and Colt takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. Colt throws a wild combination but nothing lands. A big right from Colt misses. Colt throws a sloppy body shot
and Tyrone Jones counters with a nice body kick.
Colt misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tyrone Jones.
Jab, jab by Colt - just one landing. Colt fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Tyrone Jones avoids it really well and circles away. Colt fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Tyrone Jones avoids it really well and circles away. Tyrone Jones wants to counter the offense by Colt and move into the clinch position. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Brian Colt. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1# Colt takes one to the chin there. Colt avoids the body shot from Tyrone Jones.
Colt scores with a jab. Tyrone Jones acknowledges it with a nod of the head. Tyrone Jones circles away from the clinch attempt.
Tyrone Jones blocks a jab. Tyrone Jones misses the jab. Tyrone Jones moves out of range of the strikes. Tyrone Jones keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Colt. Tyrone Jones staying out of range there. Colt shoots in for a takedown but Tyrone Jones shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.#TD# Colt closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. Tyrone Jones is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Colt off and has taken his back! We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! I would not like to be Colt right now.
#T2# Tyrone Jones missing with punches from the back. Good control from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan. Let's hope that Tyrone Jones 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. Tyrone Jones scores with strikes from the back.
#T3# Tyrone Jones controlling the position well here. Colt rolled but Tyrone Jones kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Colt turns into Tyrone Jones and is now in his guard.
Colt throwing strikes but missing. Colt content to stall in guard here. Tyrone Jones seems keen to control Colt's posture. Tyrone Jones working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Colt. #T4# Tyrone Jones working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Colt. Colt trying to control the position from guard on top but Tyrone Jones is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Colt throws a strike but Tyrone Jones rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB# Colt managing to control the position. Colt 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. Tyrone Jones 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. Tyrone Jones is continuing to stall. 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 Brian Colt will probably get the nod. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! #R2# Both fighters circling a little - Tyrone Jones finishes the exchange with a kick to the body. Colt throws a poor cross that misses
#CL2# and Tyrone Jones counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges. Tyrone Jones lands a shoulder strike. Tyrone Jones blocking some punches.
Colt throws a punch but it's blocked by Tyrone Jones. #BC2# Tyrone Jones pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Colt tries to clinch up. Colt lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw. Colt thows a left - swing and a miss! Tyrone Jones getting the better of the striking in that exchange. Colt fails with a takedown attempt. Tyrone Jones throws the kick towards the body but Colt avoids it. The fight stays on the outside here - Colt looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#T1# Tyrone Jones loads up on a big right hand but Colt slips the punch. Colt wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch. Colt throws a low kick but Tyrone Jones moves out of range easily. Colt checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time. A little feinted left hand from Colt on the counter but he doesn't commit to it. Colt throws the left hand but Tyrone Jones avoids the punch easily. Tyrone Jones steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect. Colt jabs at Tyrone Jones's body. Tyrone Jones motions for Colt to come forward. Tyrone Jones throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. Colt changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit. Tyrone Jones moves out of range as Colt strikes. Tyrone Jones only half commits to the counter leg kick. Colt throws a jab when Tyrone Jones was well out of range. Tyrone Jones has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Tyrone Jones there as he acknowledges the shot. Tyrone Jones throws a solid leg kick but Colt takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Tyrone Jones. A counter left hand to the body from Colt misses its target. Brian Colt is winning the standup battle so far. Tyrone Jones cracks Colt with a good jab. Colt cracks a nice hook into Tyrone Jones's ribs. A punch combination from Colt misses. Tyrone Jones slips under a jab.#T2# Colt misses with the combination.
A nice side step and Tyrone Jones releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home. Colt takes one on the button.#ROC2# Colt is rocked! Colt throws a leg kick that misses. Oh Colt is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!! Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! A kick lands to the mid section there for Tyrone Jones. Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here. Tyrone Jones finds Colt's off switch, with a big overhand right that connects perfectly to the side of the head! Colt flops back against the cage, eyes gazing into the distance. Tyrone Jones lands an unnecessary shot before the referee has time to step in and end the fight. Brutal stuff but I'm sure Colt will be OK.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:26 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Russell Tyrone Jones! After the fight, Russell Tyrone Jones 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:
MMAHelsinki - 72
Date: Oct 22, 2016 |
#R1# Cane moves out of range as Tyrone Jones throws a body kick.
Tyrone Jones throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Cane counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Tyrone Jones thinking. Cane throws a shot to the body.
Tyrone Jones on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Cane misses with a series of wild punches.
Tyrone Jones gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there. Cane connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt. Cane seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Cane tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tyrone Jones was well out of range. Poor timing from Cane. Tyrone Jones doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body. Tyrone Jones moves out of range of the strikes. Tyrone Jones swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T1# Cane throws an overhand right that lands on Tyrone Jones's shoulder, as Tyrone Jones tries to avoid the shot. Tyrone Jones steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Cane. Cane has his takedown stuffed#CL2# and Tyrone Jones counters by moving into the clinch. A short left from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones lands a body punch in the clinch. Cane trying to control the position but instead, Tyrone Jones has worked for underhooks and has pushed Cane into the cage. Tyrone Jones blocks an uppercut.
Tyrone Jones misses with a short punch on the inside. Cane drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Tyrone Jones blocks an uppercut.
#BC2# Tyrone Jones pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Russell Tyrone Jones is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Cane misses with an uppercut. Tyrone Jones saw that one coming. Tyrone Jones throws out a powerful jab.#CUT2# It looks like Darnell Cane has been cut. Cane connects with a single shot there.#T2# Cane 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. Tyrone Jones is looking to clinch but Cane is avoiding it.
Tyrone Jones looks to score with a combo but nothing lands. Cane was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#TD# Cane shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Tyrone Jones has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. Tyrone Jones bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Cane's guard. #REVB# Cane keeping moving, preventing Tyrone Jones from controlling successfully. Tyrone Jones showing good wrestling skills to control the position. Tyrone Jones wants to control from the top but Cane keeps moving. #T3# Tyrone Jones postures up and lands a big shot to Cane's brow. Tyrone Jones trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. Tyrone Jones wants to control from the top but Cane keeps moving. Cane looking for a sweep. Not yet Cane, not yet. Tyrone Jones looking to pass the guard. #T4# My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer. Tyrone Jones loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. Cane controls Tyrone Jones momentarily but Tyrone Jones frees himself. Cane can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Tyrone Jones controls the pace. The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup. Tyrone Jones looking to sit in guard and control but Cane gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR# Tyrone Jones is trying to control the position but Cane postures up. Cane landing with the ground and pound. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Darnell Cane dominated that round. The cut man is working on Darnell Cane's cut. 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##CL# Cane closes the distance and clinches. Cane is looking to take this one to the mat.#BC2# Tyrone Jones's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Tyrone Jones takes one on the button. A jab from Tyrone Jones misses. Tyrone Jones cracks the inside of Cane's front leg. Cane stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt. Cane slips a straight right by Tyrone Jones. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Tyrone Jones bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. No luck for Cane with that takedown attempt. Tyrone Jones looks like he wants to counter punch here. Cane misses with a straight right. #T1# Cane punishes Tyrone Jones's body with a nice straight punch. Cane pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Tyrone Jones throws a body kick but he wasn't in range. Cane fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tyrone Jones manages to avoid it. Cane sets himself, and Tyrone Jones steps forward looking for the clinch! Cane avoids it this time. Cane throws a body shot but no joy. Cane moves out of range of the body kick from Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. Cane feinted with a counter takedown. Cane cracks Tyrone Jones with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage. Nice defenses there by Cane. Cane digs a good hook to Tyrone Jones's body.
Cane connects with a nice looking jab.
Tyrone Jones swings for the body but Cane moves out of range.
Cane swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.#T2# Cane throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tyrone Jones sees it coming and avoids it easily. Cane is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Tyrone Jones can do to turn this around? Tyrone Jones loads up on a big right hand but Cane slips the punch. Cane throws a right hand that Tyrone Jones ducks under and follows up with a left that Tyrone Jones also avoids with ease. Darnell Cane seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Cane lands a jab to Tyrone Jones's midsection. 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! Tyrone Jones staying out of range there. Tyrone Jones wants to counter with a clinch but Cane pushes him away. Tyrone Jones throws a big shot that misses. An inside leg kick lands from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones misses with a low kick.
Cane is looking for a counter combo. Tyrone Jones connects with a body shot that sends Cane's belly button to the back. Tyrone Jones has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Cane finds it's way round the side to connect with Tyrone Jones's head. Tyrone Jones scores with a nice body kick.
Tyrone Jones throws a lazy right hand but Cane sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#T3# Cane avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Darnell Cane is winning the standup battle so far. Cane staying out of range there. Tyrone Jones takes a shot right to the bread basket. Tyrone Jones misses with a hook. Cane is looking to counter with a shot to the body. Cane throws a body punch but Tyrone Jones moves out of range. Cane scores with a jab. Cane fails with an attempt to clinch.
Cane misses with a shot to the body and Tyrone Jones connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Tyrone Jones thows a leg kick but Cane checks it #TD# and Cane counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. Tyrone Jones not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Tyrone Jones keeping full guard, as Cane tries to pass. Cane throws a strike but Tyrone Jones rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB##T4# The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Tyrone Jones controlling from the top position. Tyrone Jones wants to pass the guard but Cane is keeping the position. Tyrone Jones wants to control from the top but Cane keeps moving. Tyrone Jones slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Darnell Cane dominated that second round. The cut man is working on Darnell Cane's cut. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. #R3# Tyrone Jones misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Cane.
Cane thows a left - swing and a miss! Tyrone Jones scores with a hook to the body. Cane takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. Cane scores with a hook to the body. Tyrone Jones takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. Tyrone Jones tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Cane was well out of range. Poor timing from Tyrone Jones. Cane scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Cane swings for the body but Tyrone Jones moves out of range.
Cane waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tyrone Jones. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Cane lands a nice hook to Tyrone Jones's body. Tyrone Jones takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. Cane blocks the body kick.
Cane lunges at Tyrone Jones with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Tyrone Jones's hand. #TD# Cane closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Cane lands in his opponent's guard.#T1# Cane postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. Cane trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. Cane preventing the sweep. Cane throws a big right hand that misses. Tyrone Jones wants to sweep here but Cane controlling him for the moment. Tyrone Jones managing to control the position. Cane throws a big right hand that misses. Cane won't allow Tyrone Jones to sweep him here. #T2# A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd. A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Cane accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. Cane won't allow Tyrone Jones to sweep him here. Cane throws a big elbow that misses. Tyrone Jones is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. Tyrone Jones bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Cane's guard. #REVB# Tyrone Jones wants to control from the top but Cane keeps moving. Tyrone Jones stays in close to Cane's body and controls the position. Cane has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission. In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Tyrone Jones working his ground and pound in the gym.#T3# Tyrone Jones wants to control from the top but Cane keeps moving. Cane is controlling Tyrone Jones's posture.#REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet. Tyrone Jones throws a body kick that misses #TD# so Cane counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility. Cane trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. Tyrone Jones looking to control.
Cane distracts Tyrone Jones with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm. Cane lands a couple of elbows. Tyrone Jones utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. Cane distracts Tyrone Jones with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.#T4# Tyrone Jones looking for a sweep. Not yet Tyrone Jones, not yet. Cane sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Tyrone Jones's guard. Cane is keen to just control but Tyrone Jones is a slippery customer. Tyrone Jones wants to control but Cane is keeping busy and won't allow it. Tyrone Jones avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Cane. Cane throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Tyrone Jones to regain full guard. Cane trying to control but Tyrone Jones is working from the bottom. Cane throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Tyrone Jones works some decent striking defense from the bottom. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SU# Cane gets to his feet. Tyrone Jones looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son! Tyrone Jones misses with a body kick. Cane misses with an uppercut. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Darnell Cane clearly takes that round. The cut man is working on Darnell Cane's cut. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! #R4# Tyrone Jones scores with a leg kick.
Cane throws a shot from downtown. Tyrone Jones moves away and avoids it. Tyrone Jones lands with a cross. Cane looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. Tyrone Jones throws a solid leg kick but Cane takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones misses with a looping right. Cane is looking to counter with a shot to the body. Cane smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button. Cane takes a swing at Tyrone Jones's ribcage but misses. Tyrone Jones wants to counter the offense by Cane and move into the clinch position. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Tyrone Jones lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise. Cane fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tyrone Jones manages to avoid it. Cane lands with a nice body punch. Tyrone Jones misses with a head kick.
#T1# Tyrone Jones throws an overhand right that lands on Cane's shoulder, as Cane tries to avoid the shot. Cane throws a series of punches but Tyrone Jones moves out of range. Cane fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tyrone Jones manages to avoid it. Cane jabs at Tyrone Jones's body. Cane's corner calls for a 1-2. Cane obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. #TD# Cane feints and as Tyrone Jones raises his hands in defense, Cane changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard. Cane trying to control but Tyrone Jones is working from the bottom. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Cane won't allow Tyrone Jones to sweep him here. Tyrone Jones trying to keep a closed guard but Cane is proving a slippery customer.
Darnell Cane overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SU# Cane gets to his feet. Tyrone Jones looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son! #T2# Tyrone Jones just misses with a punch to the body.
Cane throws a shot to the body.
Tyrone Jones swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
#TD# so Cane counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Cane lands a couple of decent looking shots. Cane trying to control but Tyrone Jones is working from the bottom. Cane makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard. Cane connects with a couple of short punches. Cane looking to sit in guard and control but Tyrone Jones gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB# Tyrone Jones throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Cane works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #T3# Cane wants to sweep here but Tyrone Jones controlling him for the moment. Tyrone Jones wants to control from the top but Cane keeps moving. Tyrone Jones showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #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. Cane wants to get back to his feet but Tyrone Jones is in a dominant position and won't allow it. Tyrone Jones stays in close to Cane's body and controls the position. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Cane utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Darnell Cane had his way with Russell Tyrone Jones in that round. The cut man is working on Darnell Cane's cut. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. And we move into the final round! #R5# A combination from Cane does no damage. Tyrone Jones throws a hook but Cane avoids it easily. Tyrone Jones swings and misses with a hook to the body.
An attempted straight right counter from Cane misses the target.#TD# Cane drives through with a takedown into Tyrone Jones's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position. Cane postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. Cane landing with the ground and pound. Cane postures up in Tyrone Jones's guard and throws a big left but Tyrone Jones blocks it. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Tyrone Jones utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. Cane scores with a decent looking elbow strike. A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Cane accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. Cane loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #T1# Cane throws a strike but Tyrone Jones rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB# Tyrone Jones missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. Tyrone Jones won't allow Cane to sweep him here. Tyrone Jones is stalling in the full guard. Cane wants to sweep here but Tyrone Jones controlling him for the moment. Russell Tyrone Jones has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Darnell Cane is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2# Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless. Tyrone Jones trying to control but Cane is working from the bottom. Tyrone Jones stopping the sweep attempt from Cane. Tyrone Jones is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. Tyrone Jones controls from within his opponent's guard. #REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet. A swing and a miss from Tyrone Jones. Cane ducks down and throws a hook to the body.#T3# A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Cane. Tyrone Jones tries to counter by closing the distance. Cane fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done. Cane 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.
Cane gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Tyrone Jones. Cane lands a head shot. Tyrone Jones throws a hook to the side of Cane's head but Cane sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Cane swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head. Tyrone Jones connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. #T4##TD# Cane bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control. 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! Cane trying to control the action but Tyrone Jones is working from the bottom. Cane moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now. Tyrone Jones is trying to get back to half guard. Cane in side control, just content to control the action for now. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Cane has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
And that's the end of the fight! Darnell Cane showed his dominance in that final round. Well I reckon that's a shut out for Cane, 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Ben Zyskovitsi scores the fight 50:45 Judge Johanna Lukiainen scores the fight 50:45 Judge Arvi Lind scores the fight 50:45
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Darnell Cane! Darnell Cane is the new middleweight champion! In his post fight interview, Darnell Cane started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
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Event:
MMAHelsinki - 64
Date: Sep 22, 2016 |
#R1# Mamchenko looks to score with a combo but nothing lands. Nice defenses there by Tyrone Jones. A good leg kick by Tyrone Jones. Mamchenko loads up on a big right hand but Tyrone Jones slips the punch. Tyrone Jones connects with an inside leg kick. A cross from Tyrone Jones lands. Tyrone Jones cracks Mamchenko with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.#TD# Mamchenko shoots in for a takedown and gets it.#SUB2# Tyrone Jones actively working from the bottom here. Mamchenko seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Tyrone Jones does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. This has been an exciting period of action! The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#T1# Mamchenko throwing shots but Tyrone Jones is blocking nicely. Mamchenko is trying to control. Tyrone Jones wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. Tyrone Jones regains full guard. Nicely done. Mamchenko not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. Tyrone Jones lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB# Tyrone Jones loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. Tyrone Jones trying to control the position from guard on top but Mamchenko is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Tyrone Jones is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#T2# Mamchenko tries to land a sweep but no joy. Mamchenko looking to control.
Mamchenko is adopting a defensive guard. Mamchenko keeping moving, preventing Tyrone Jones from controlling successfully. Tyrone Jones chips away with some ground and pound. Tyrone Jones engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T3# Tyrone Jones postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. Tyrone Jones is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position. Tyrone Jones trying to control but Mamchenko is working from the bottom. #REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity. Mamchenko with a poor takedown and Tyrone Jones counters with a lovely shot to the body. Mamchenko slips a straight right by Tyrone Jones. Mamchenko throws an overhand right that lands on Tyrone Jones's shoulder, as Tyrone Jones tries to avoid the shot. Tyrone Jones replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Mamchenko blocks it well. Mamchenko takes one to the chin there.#T4# Mamchenko throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Mamchenko lands a head shot. Tyrone Jones throws a body punch but Mamchenko moves out of range. Mamchenko misses the shot to the body. Mamchenko throws a nice looking combination but Tyrone Jones bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.#TD# Mamchenko looking to score a takedown here. Tyrone Jones is defending well but Mamchenko drives through and ends up in Tyrone Jones's guard. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Mamchenko trying to control but Tyrone Jones is working from the bottom. Mamchenko looking to sit in guard and control but Tyrone Jones gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB# We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB# Mamchenko throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Tyrone Jones must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu. Tyrone Jones postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Russell Tyrone Jones will probably get the nod. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! #R2# Mamchenko misses with a wild body shot. Tyrone Jones keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Mamchenko. A slapping leg kick lands for Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones lands with a thumping leg kick.
A combination from Tyrone Jones does no damage. Russell Tyrone Jones seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Tyrone Jones stuffs the takedown attempt from Mamchenko. Mamchenko gets slowly back to his feet. Mamchenko is really struggling to find his range with his punches. Tyrone Jones's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems. Tyrone Jones defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Mamchenko. Russell Tyrone Jones seems to be getting the better of the standup. Mamchenko misses with a straight left. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Tyrone Jones connects with a right hand. Mamchenko shakes it off. Tyrone Jones defending well as Mamchenko loads up on a big left hand. Tyrone Jones tries to counter with a clinch but Mamchenko shakes him off and moves away. Mamchenko looks to land a left hand but Tyrone Jones moved out of range nicely. Tyrone Jones let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land. Tyrone Jones scores with a slapping inside leg kick. Tyrone Jones cracks Mamchenko with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.#T1# Tyrone Jones takes a swing at Mamchenko's ribcage but misses. Tyrone Jones rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Mamchenko moves out of range and avoids them all easily. Mamchenko throws a predictable looking body shot
#CL2# and Tyrone Jones counters into the clinch. Nicely done. A head punch blocked on the inside by Tyrone Jones. Mamchenko looking to stall.
#BC# Mamchenko breaks the clinch.
Tyrone Jones lands with a nice combination. Mamchenko backs away looking to recover. Tyrone Jones uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Mamchenko. Tyrone Jones lands a jab to the head.
Tyrone Jones lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Mamchenko backs up against the cage.
Mamchenko misses with a wild body shot. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Tyrone Jones throws a quick inside leg kick. #T2# Mamchenko tries for a takedown but Tyrone Jones sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Evgenii Mamchenko. That's going to take a lot out of him. Tyrone Jones throws a body kick but he wasn't in range. Tyrone Jones fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Mamchenko manages to avoid it. Nice body kick there by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Mamchenko. Tyrone Jones has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight. Nice cross by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done. Good exchange - Mamchenko coming out on top. Tyrone Jones throws a big shot that misses. Tyrone Jones takes a swing at Mamchenko's ribcage but misses. Mamchenko attempts a counter takedown but Tyrone Jones avoids it well and moves away. Mamchenko scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard. Nice straight punches there by Tyrone Jones. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Tyrone Jones.#T3# Mamchenko looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Tyrone Jones is fending him off so far but Mamchenko persists. Nope, Tyrone Jones circles away and we're back to standing. Mamchenko swings for the body but Tyrone Jones moves out of range.
Tyrone Jones scores with a leg kick.
Tyrone Jones has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Mamchenko takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch. Tyrone Jones comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range. Russell Tyrone Jones is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here. Mamchenko misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out. Tyrone Jones goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. Mamchenko changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit. Mamchenko throws a jab when Tyrone Jones was well out of range. Mamchenko takes a kick to the body and keeps moving. Mamchenko takes one to the chin there. Tyrone Jones scores with a punch to the head. Mamchenko slips a jab and a cross from Tyrone Jones.
Mamchenko tries to counter with a takedown but Tyrone Jones is quick to defend against it.#T4# Mamchenko takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Mamchenko takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor. Tyrone Jones avoids the body shot from Mamchenko.
Tyrone Jones misses with a lunging right hand
letting Mamchenko counter with a right hand. Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Tyrone Jones. Mamchenko shrugs it off though. Mamchenko misses with a lunging right hand
and Tyrone Jones makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick. Tyrone Jones bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut. Tyrone Jones lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
A slapping leg kick lands for Tyrone Jones.
A lazy left from Tyrone Jones finds it's target. Mamchenko on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Mamchenko is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Mamchenko on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.#ROC2# Mamchenko is rocked! And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Russell Tyrone Jones showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. That's time! Mamchenko's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. #R3# Tyrone Jones darts in and out, connecting with a jab. Tyrone Jones changes levels and scores with a jab to the body. Tyrone Jones connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. Oh Mamchenko is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!! Mamchenko lands a nice looking body shot.
Mamchenko shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Tyrone Jones but Tyrone Jones pushes him off and we're back to square one. Mamchenko seems to have got his legs back now. A punch lands to the side of Tyrone Jones 's head but he takes it in his stride. Tyrone Jones lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Tyrone Jones lands an overhand right. Tyrone Jones 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.
Mamchenko throws an overhand right that lands on Tyrone Jones's shoulder, as Tyrone Jones tries to avoid the shot. A slapping leg kick lands for Tyrone Jones.
#T1# Mamchenko keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tyrone Jones bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut. Tyrone Jones misses with a telegraphed body shot
enabling Mamchenko to counter with a crisp jab. Tyrone Jones lands a leg kick that knocks Mamchenko off balance momentarily. Tyrone Jones looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Tyrone Jones sizes up Mamchenko with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. Mamchenko's legs have taken a beating and he's really slowing down as a result. Mamchenko throws a right hand that Tyrone Jones ducks under and follows up with a left that Tyrone Jones also avoids with ease. Tyrone Jones misses with a low kick. Mamchenko looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that. Mamchenko tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Tyrone Jones defends well and Mamchenko ends up having to push Tyrone Jones into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch. Sloppy strikes from Mamchenko. Those never looked like landing. Both fighters are breathing heavily. A kick lands to the mid section there for Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones stuns Mamchenko with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.#T2# Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Tyrone Jones tries to land a front kick but Mamchenko steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed. Tyrone Jones throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. Mamchenko shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Tyrone Jones pinned against the cage. Tyrone Jones gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Evgenii Mamchenko. That's going to take a lot out of him. Tyrone Jones tries a head kick but it misses.
Tyrone Jones's corner calls for a 1-2. Tyrone Jones obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. #TD# Mamchenko bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control. Tyrone Jones is looking for a sweep. Tyrone Jones manages to work his way to half guard, despite Mamchenko's best efforts.#SUB# Mamchenko is working for a kimura but Tyrone Jones is defending it quite comfortably.
#T3# Mamchenko is thwarting Tyrone Jones's attempts to control the position.#SUB# Mamchenko is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Tyrone Jones has managed to free his arm - good work. Mamchenko is looking to take a break and control but Tyrone Jones is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. Mamchenko trying to control the pace. #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. Mamchenko is trying to control the action in half guard but Tyrone Jones is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. Tyrone Jones keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount. #SUB# Mamchenko is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Tyrone Jones is just riding it out for now. Mamchenko eventually gives up the hold. #SUB# Mamchenko is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Russell Tyrone Jones really dominated that round. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! #R4# Mamchenko misses with a looping right. Mamchenko blocks a head kick by Tyrone Jones.
#TD# Mamchenko looking to score a takedown here. Tyrone Jones is defending well but Mamchenko drives through and ends up in Tyrone Jones's guard. Tyrone Jones controlling Mamchenko's posture. Mamchenko trying to control but Tyrone Jones is working from the bottom. Tyrone Jones controls Mamchenko momentarily but Mamchenko frees himself. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. There's a bit of a scramble here and now Tyrone Jones is on top in guard.
#REVB# Tyrone Jones trying to control but Mamchenko is working from the bottom. #T1##SUB# Tyrone Jones got a little sloppy there for a moment and Mamchenko has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Tyrone Jones has managed to get both his arms back between Mamchenko's legs - danger averted. Tyrone Jones's corner is telling him to maintain position. Mamchenko keeping moving, preventing Tyrone Jones from controlling successfully. Tyrone Jones trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. Tyrone Jones scoring with punches to the head and body. #T2# A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd. Tyrone Jones lands a couple of elbows. Tyrone Jones controls from within his opponent's guard. Mamchenko wants to sweep but no luck. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB# Mamchenko had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Tyrone Jones defends it easily. Tyrone Jones trying to control but Mamchenko is working from the bottom. #REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#T3# Tyrone Jones jabs at Mamchenko's body. Mamchenko shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Tyrone Jones as he jumps to the side. Mamchenko looks to score with a jab to the body but Tyrone Jones is just out of range. Tyrone Jones works Mamchenko's body with a nice hook. It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over. Tyrone Jones lands a nice looking body shot.
Tyrone Jones darts in and out, connecting with a jab. Mamchenko avoids a kick to the body.
Nice body kick there by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones lands with a good body shot. Tyrone Jones moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. #T4# Mamchenko stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Tyrone Jones. Mamchenko takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
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! Tyrone Jones bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Mamchenko's head backwards. Mamchenko throws out a loose jab but Tyrone Jones uses good head movement to avoid it. Jab from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Mamchenko is looking for a counter combo. Tyrone Jones with a nice cross. Mamchenko fails to land the takedown. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Mamchenko shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Evgenii Mamchenko. That's going to take a lot out of him. Tyrone Jones tries to bum rush Mamchenko with a series of wild strikes but Mamchenko uses good footwork to avoid the assault. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Russell Tyrone Jones dominated that fourth 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. This is the final round! #R5# Mamchenko keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones throws a wild body kick that Mamchenko sees coming a mile off. Mamchenko takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch. Tyrone Jones throws a low kick but Mamchenko avoids it. Mamchenko ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tyrone Jones moves away. Mamchenko has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him. Tyrone Jones lands a slapping body shot.
Tyrone Jones takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Tyrone Jones scoring well with a low kick there.
Tyrone Jones with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Tyrone Jones slips under a jab from Mamchenko. And Tyrone Jones responds with a good body kick, but Mamchenko manages to step out the way in time. Mamchenko throws a poor cross that misses
#CL2# and Tyrone Jones counters by moving into the clinch. #T1# Mamchenko lands with a right to the head. Both guys are working to get underhooks. Tyrone Jones blocks an uppercut.
#BC2# Tyrone Jones breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Mamchenko.#CUT# It looks like Russell Tyrone Jones has been cut. Tyrone Jones misses with a jab to the body
and Tyrone Jones takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Tyrone Jones jabbing away but nothing is landing. Tyrone Jones throws a leg kick and Mamchenko cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. A lazy body kick from Tyrone Jones #TD# and Mamchenko counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Tyrone Jones! #SUB# Mamchenko wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Tyrone Jones, who protects the arm well. 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! Tyrone Jones gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. Evgenii Mamchenko has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2##SUB# Mamchenko wants to work for an arm triangle but Tyrone Jones is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Tyrone Jones works his way to full guard. Good work. Tyrone Jones manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Mamchenko manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB##SUB# Mamchenko throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Tyrone Jones is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#T3##SUB# Mamchenko had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Tyrone Jones defends it easily.#SUB# Mamchenko has his foot on Tyrone Jones's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Tyrone Jones works his way back into a safe position though. Mamchenko is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T4# A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace. Tyrone Jones content to stall in guard here. Mamchenko keeping moving, preventing Tyrone Jones from controlling successfully. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB# Mamchenko has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Tyrone Jones can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
And that's the end of the fight! That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Evgenii Mamchenko. I think Tyrone Jones 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 Roosa Järviläinen scores the fight 46:49 Judge Matti Vanhoillinen scores the fight 47:48 Judge Anni Minnemäki scores the fight 46:50
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Russell Tyrone Jones! Russell Tyrone Jones is the new middleweight champion! Russell Tyrone Jones bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.
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Event:
MMAHelsinki - 56
Date: Aug 21, 2016 |
#R1# Primicin takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it. A cross from Tyrone Jones lands. Tyrone Jones swings widly with a right hand
enabling Primicin to counter with a crisp jab. Primicin throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Tyrone Jones misses with a takedown and Primicin cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. A big right from Primicin misses. Primicin tries to clinch there but Tyrone Jones circles away.
Tyrone Jones looks to throw a body kick enabling Primicin to counter with a crisp jab. #CUT2# It looks like Russell Tyrone Jones has been cut. Tyrone Jones moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Primicin misses with a lunging right hand
and Tyrone Jones counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. Primicin throws out a powerful jab. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Primicin throws a jab but it's blocked by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Primicin's calf. Tyrone Jones throws a right hand that misses
enabling Primicin to counter with a crisp jab. Good exchange - Tyrone Jones coming out on top. Primicin is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tyrone Jones. Primicin throws a hook but Tyrone Jones blocks it. Russell Tyrone Jones seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Tyrone Jones connects with a body shot.#T1# The crowd cheers as Tyrone Jones lands an impressive looking overhand right. Primicin doesn't seem phased though. Tyrone Jones lands a nice leg kick that just misses Primicin's sensitive parts. Primicin throws an overhand right that lands on Tyrone Jones's shoulder, as Tyrone Jones tries to avoid the shot. A slow jab from Primicin misses its intended target. Primicin misses with a straight left. Tyrone Jones is looking to counter with a shot to the body. Tyrone Jones fakes the leg kick and cracks Primicin in the body. Primicin misses with a body punch
and Tyrone Jones counters with a good, hard body kick but Primicin shrugs it off. Primicin looks winded! Tyrone Jones connects with a right hand. Primicin shakes it off. Primicin tries to clinch up. Tyrone Jones changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit. Primicin jabbing away but nothing is landing. Tyrone Jones moves into range and connects with a jab. Tyrone Jones lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise. Tyrone Jones works Primicin's body with a nice hook. It looks like Tyrone Jones has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him. This has been an exciting period of action! Tyrone Jones works the jab nicely. Primicin misses with a hook. Tyrone Jones ducked under it nicely. #T2# Primicin uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones scores with a kick to the midsection. Primicin looks to land a right hand but Tyrone Jones moved out of range. Tyrone Jones throws a big shot that misses. Tyrone Jones delivers a nice body kick. Tyrone Jones thuds a left hand into Primicin's body. Primicin might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable. Tyrone Jones steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Primicin. Tyrone Jones scores with a jab. Tyrone Jones lands a jab to the head.
Tyrone Jones connects with an inside leg kick. Tyrone Jones slips under a jab from Primicin. A good leg kick by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones goes for a double leg but Primicin avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Primicin continues to drive forward. Tyrone Jones digs a good hook to Primicin's body.
Primicin avoids a kick to the body.
Primicin misses with an uppercut. #T3# Primicin throws a jab but it's blocked by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away. Tyrone Jones looks to land a right hand but Primicin moved out of range. Tyrone Jones bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Tyrone Jones scores with a kick to the midsection. Tyrone Jones buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Nice body kick from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones lands a front kick. Decent striking displayed by Tyrone Jones there. Tyrone Jones ducks down and throws a hook to the body. Tyrone Jones lands a lovely overhand right. Tyrone Jones misses the shot to the body. Primicin has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Tyrone Jones. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Tyrone Jones fakes the leg kick and cracks Primicin in the body. Primicin moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross. Tyrone Jones punishes Primicin's body with a nice straight punch.#T4# Tyrone Jones cracks Primicin with an open hand slap. Tyrone Jones lands with a nice body punch. This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Tyrone Jones. Primicin throws a jab but it's blocked by Tyrone Jones. A nice leg kick lands there from Tyrone Jones. Primicin takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch. Tyrone Jones lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Primicin at a distance.
Primicin takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Tyrone Jones connects with a jab. Tyrone Jones scores with a kick to the body.
Ivan Primicin is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#TD# Tyrone Jones shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action. Tyrone Jones forces his way into half guard. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Tyrone Jones is looking to advance position but Primicin won't allow it. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Russell Tyrone Jones dominated that round. The cut man is working on Russell Tyrone Jones's cut. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! #R2# Tyrone Jones throws a front kick that sends Primicin stumbling back into the cage. Tyrone Jones lands a jab to the nose. Tyrone Jones throws a wild body kick that Primicin sees coming a mile off. Primicin swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Primicin looks to score with a jab to the body but Tyrone Jones is just out of range. Primicin throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tyrone Jones lands a jab to Primicin's midsection. Tyrone Jones lands with a kick to the temple. Primicin shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?" Tyrone Jones lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.#ROC# Primicin is rocked! Primicin throws out a loose jab but Tyrone Jones uses good head movement to avoid it. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#KD# Tyrone Jones catches Primicin napping and connects with a big right hand that sends Primicin to the canvas!
Primicin is still in real trouble! Can Tyrone Jones finish him? Tyrone Jones is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Primicin can do to turn this around? Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Tyrone Jones wants to pass the guard but Primicin is keeping the position. Tyrone Jones stands and throws Primicin's legs to the side, diving into side control. Primicin is breathing heavily.#T1# Primicin tries to bench press Tyrone Jones off him but Tyrone Jones keeps the position. Primicin seems to have recovered his senses. Tyrone Jones laying and praying for a moment but Primicin takes advantage and regains half guard. Tyrone Jones missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. Tyrone Jones seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Primicin does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Tyrone Jones in particular looking to stall. Tyrone Jones prevents Primicin from improving his position. Tyrone Jones thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. Primicin trying to control here.
#T2# 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. Tyrone Jones wants to take a breather but Primicin is having none of it. Primicin wants to control but Tyrone Jones is keeping busy and won't allow it. Tyrone Jones not landing any meaningful shots this time. Primicin is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Tyrone Jones scores with a couple of nice shots. Tyrone Jones works his way into side control. The referee tells the fighters to keep busy. Primicin is trying to get back to half guard. Tyrone Jones is putting a hurting on Primicin here, landing some big shots from side control. #SUB# Tyrone Jones is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Primicin is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. Primicin is looking to reverse the position.#T3# Primicin is trying to control Tyrone Jones's posture but Tyrone Jones avoids it. Tyrone Jones trying to control the position but Primicin is working away. Tyrone Jones prevents Primicin from escaping the position.#SUB# Tyrone Jones is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Primicin is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. Primicin parries the strikes from Tyrone Jones easily there. Tyrone Jones is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Primicin to escape.
Tyrone Jones wants to control but Primicin is keeping him busy. Tyrone Jones working away.#T4# The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena. Primicin is looking for a sweep. Tyrone Jones has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission. Tyrone Jones landing strikes. Primicin takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head. Tyrone Jones works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head. Tyrone Jones postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
#SUB# Tyrone Jones tries for a kimura but Primicin is defending well. Tyrone Jones advances to full mount. Tyrone Jones working the ground and pound effectively.
#SUB# Tyrone Jones jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Primicin is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Primicin and Tyrone Jones has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Russell Tyrone Jones dominated that second round. The cut man is working on Russell Tyrone Jones's cut. The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round! #R3# Primicin throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Tyrone Jones scores with a nice body kick.
Tyrone Jones's jab looks to have found its range, popping Primicin under the eye. Tyrone Jones misses with an uppercut. A little jabbing left from Primicin on the counter but it doesn't find it's target. Tyrone Jones connects with a body shot. Primicin throws a jab but it's blocked by Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones thuds his shin into the meat of Primicin's side. Primicin lands a nice shot to the body.
Primicin misses with a wild body shot. Tyrone Jones throws a push kick but Primicin slaps the foot to one side. A looping hook to the body misses from Primicin. Tyrone Jones does a little dance to reset his feet. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Primicin throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tyrone Jones throws a body kick that digs right into the meat. Tyrone Jones lands a jab to the head.
Primicin takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. 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! A looping hook to the body misses from Tyrone Jones. Primicin does a little dance to reset his feet. Primicin takes a body punch but keeps moving. #T1# Primicin drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles. Russell Tyrone Jones is winning the standup battle so far.#KD# A head kick lands from Tyrone Jones that sends Primicin to the canvas. Primicin tries to scramble back to his feet but Tyrone Jones brings him back down into side control. Tyrone Jones tries to move into full mount but can't pass Primicin's legs. Primicin tries to wriggle free to get back to his feet but he's given up his back! Oops. Tyrone Jones lands punches and elbows. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Primicin trying to control the position but Tyrone Jones manages to sink in the hooks. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. I really don't envy Primicin right now.
Good control from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones scores with some strikes to the side of the head there. Good, points scoring shots.
Russell Tyrone Jones overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T2# Tyrone Jones keeps control of the position easily here as Primicin tries to buck him off.
Tyrone Jones scores with punches to the body. Primicin trying to control the action but Tyrone Jones just sinks the hooks in. Tyrone Jones is punishing Primicin with some ground and pound. Ivan Primicin has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Primicin covering up well under a barage of strikes. Tyrone Jones misses with a punch to the head. Tyrone Jones lands a shot to the head. Tyrone Jones gets his hands free as Primicin looks to control. #T3# Tyrone Jones controlling the position well here. Primicin rolled but Tyrone Jones kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Tyrone Jones lands strikes to the head. Tyrone Jones thows a huge left but connects with the canvas and not his opponent. #SUB# Tyrone Jones working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet. Tyrone Jones lands with a couple of good shots - one to the side of the head and one questionable shot that could be viewed as to the back of the head but the referee lets it go.
Tyrone Jones lands with a big left hand that may well have hurt his opponent. Can Primicin hold on?!
Primicin trying to control the hands but Tyrone Jones won't let him. Primicin is trying to stand back up. #T4# You can see the frustration on Primicin's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Primicin trying to control the action but Tyrone Jones just sinks the hooks in. Primicin is trying to stand back up. Primicin trying to control the position but Tyrone Jones manages to sink in the hooks. #SUB# Tyrone Jones working for a choke but Primicin is defending well. Tyrone Jones has Primicin flattened out and is raining down punches.
And that's the end of the fight! Russell Tyrone Jones showed his dominance in that final round. Well Tyrone Jones 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 Marco Blurström scores the fight 30:26 Judge Arvi Lind scores the fight 30:26 Judge Matti Vanhoillinen scores the fight 30:26
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Russell Tyrone Jones! A less than humble Russell Tyrone Jones 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:
MMAHelsinki - 49
Date: Jul 23, 2016 |
#R1# Tyrone Jones is looking to land body kicks. Joshua wants to clinch up but Tyrone Jones keeps it at a distance. Tyrone Jones misses with a body kick. Tyrone Jones throws a low kick but Joshua moves out of range easily. Tyrone Jones misses with a straight left. Joshua bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut. Joshua throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Tyrone Jones takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh. Tyrone Jones looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight. Tyrone Jones fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Joshua looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath. Tyrone Jones tries to score a power double leg takedown but Joshua sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Tyrone Jones somewhat. Tyrone Jones scores with a jab to the body. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Tyrone Jones tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Joshua was well out of range. Poor timing from Tyrone Jones. Joshua tries to clinch but Tyrone Jones moves out of range. Tyrone Jones scores with a slapping inside leg kick. Joshua blocks the body kick.
#T1# Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Tyrone Jones. Good standup being displayed there by Tyrone Jones as he connects with a hook. Tyrone Jones pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way. Joshua tries a quick counter leg kick but Tyrone Jones is wise to it. Russell Tyrone Jones seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Tyrone Jones throws an overhand right that lands on Joshua's shoulder, as Joshua tries to avoid the shot. Joshua throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Good work by Tyrone Jones as he checks the leg kick. Tyrone Jones on the wrong end of a nice hook. Tyrone Jones ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent. Tyrone Jones will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts. Tyrone Jones swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Joshua moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. Joshua throws a nice inside leg kick. Joshua has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Tyrone Jones finds it's way round the side to connect with Joshua's head. Tyrone Jones fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done. This has been an exciting period of action! A nice inside leg kick there by Joshua. That's going to slow Tyrone Jones down. Tyrone Jones is looking to wear down Joshua with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment. Tyrone Jones connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. Joshua 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. Joshua lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.#T2# Joshua tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Tyrone Jones paws at him with a jab and circles away. Joshua throws a leg kick which misses Tyrone Jones's front leg but catches the back leg as Tyrone Jones tries to avoid it. Tyrone Jones throws a solid leg kick but Joshua takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Tyrone Jones, as that shot connected.
Tyrone Jones moves out of range of the body kick. Tyrone Jones lands a nice leg kick that just misses Joshua's sensitive parts. Tyrone Jones lands a really nice looking cross but Joshua seems unphased.
Tyrone Jones swats away the attempt to clinch by Joshua. Tyrone Jones swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Joshua tries to clinch up. Joshua tries to close the distance and clinch up but Tyrone Jones swats him away and circles back towards the center. Joshua tries to close the distance and clinch but Tyrone Jones swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. Daniel Joshua is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Tyrone Jones scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent. Joshua on the wrong end of a nice jab. Tyrone Jones throws a body kick that misses. #T3# Joshua keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones scores with a punch to the head. Tyrone Jones throws an off balance right hand
#CL2# and Joshua counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Joshua. Tyrone Jones on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Joshua scores with a shoulder strike. Tyrone Jones prevents a body shot from Joshua. Tyrone Jones working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. Tyrone Jones throws a head punch that misses. Tyrone Jones cracks Joshua with a nice body shot. Tyrone Jones takes an elbow to the temple. Tyrone Jones misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Tyrone Jones. #BC# Tyrone Jones manages to break the clinch.
Joshua lands with a good body shot. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! A decent looking cross lands there for Joshua. Joshua is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot. Joshua fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Tyrone Jones checks it well. Joshua moves out of range of the body kick.#T4# Tyrone Jones darts in looking for a takedown but Joshua gets double underhooks and turns Tyrone Jones into the cage. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Russell Tyrone Jones. That's going to take a lot out of him. Joshua cracks Tyrone Jones with an open hand slap. A head kick misses from Tyrone Jones. Joshua now looks to counter with a shot at the body. Joshua pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way. Joshua connects with a nice looking jab.
Tyrone Jones throws a right and a left that both miss. A jab lands there for Tyrone Jones. That kick from Joshua tenderised Tyrone Jones's leg. Tyrone Jones is trying to keep his angry face on. A kick lands to the mid section there for Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones misses with a body kick. Joshua throws a shot from downtown. Tyrone Jones moves away and avoids it. A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Tyrone Jones. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Joshua lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise. Tyrone Jones misses with a wild body shot. Tyrone Jones misses with a straight right. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Russell Tyrone Jones dominated that round. The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. #R2# Tyrone Jones scores with a nice head shot. That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Tyrone Jones crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Joshua - the referee stops the clock and Tyrone Jones gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Joshua. Tyrone Jones manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes. Tyrone Jones is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight. Tyrone Jones throws a lazy right hand but Joshua sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Tyrone Jones swings for the body but Joshua moves out of range.
Joshua is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tyrone Jones. Joshua misses with a body shot.
Joshua throws a chopping leg kick but Tyrone Jones manages to avoid taking any serious damage. A looping hook to the body misses from Tyrone Jones. Joshua does a little dance to reset his feet. Joshua lands the left hand.#CL2# Joshua moves into the clinch. Joshua lands a right hand that snaps the head of Tyrone Jones backwards. Joshua misses with a hook from the clinch. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Joshua using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Tyrone Jones drops down looking for an ankle pick but Joshua pulls his leg out and moves away.
Joshua avoids the body shot from Tyrone Jones.
Joshua lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Joshua, as that shot connected.
Tyrone Jones scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Joshua doesn't seem bothered though. #T1# Joshua scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Tyrone Jones doesn't seem bothered though. Joshua is looking to clinch. Joshua lands a jab-cross combination. Joshua has worked on his takedown defense in the runup to this fight and it is paying off so far. Joshua moves in looking to clinch but Tyrone Jones pushes him off. A counter left hand to the body from Tyrone Jones misses its target. Joshua keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Joshua has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage. Tyrone Jones shoots in but doesn't get the takedown and Joshua counters with a low kick, right behind Tyrone Jones 's knee. Joshua throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Tyrone Jones throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Joshua sees it coming and avoids it easily. Joshua moves forwards but Tyrone Jones connects with a nice, crisp jab. Tyrone Jones ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Joshua moves away. Joshua throws a hook but Tyrone Jones blocks it. Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Joshua. Tyrone Jones swings for the body but Joshua moves out of range.
Joshua lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.#T2# We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Joshua lands a jab to the nose. Joshua feints and then cracks Tyrone Jones's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Tyrone Jones down. Tyrone Jones throws the kick towards the body but Joshua avoids it. Tyrone Jones moves out of range as Joshua throws a body kick.
Joshua blocks the body kick.
Joshua connects with an inside leg kick. Tyrone Jones shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Russell Tyrone Jones. That's going to take a lot out of him. Joshua has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Tyrone Jones finds it's way round the side to connect with Joshua's head. A telegraphed right hand from Joshua misses the target. Joshua is looking to slow Tyrone Jones down with leg kicks. Tyrone Jones throws an off balance right hand
letting Joshua counter with a right hand. Nice body kick there by Tyrone Jones. Joshua blocks the body kick.
Tyrone Jones throws a sloppy head kick #CL2# and Joshua counters into the clinch. Nicely done. Tyrone Jones struggles to land a body shot inside as Joshua controls his hands.
Joshua lands a nice knee to the body. Joshua misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Tyrone Jones.
#T3# A short uppercut from Tyrone Jones. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tyrone Jones. Daniel Joshua seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.#BC# Tyrone Jones manages to break the clinch.
Tyrone Jones pushes Joshua away with a front kick. Joshua uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tyrone Jones.
Joshua tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Tyrone Jones paws at him with a jab and circles away. Tyrone Jones takes a swing at Joshua's ribcage but misses. Joshua scores with a kick to the body.
Joshua uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tyrone Jones.
Joshua uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tyrone Jones. Tyrone Jones throws a push kick but Joshua slaps the foot to one side. Joshua throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Joshua on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. Joshua is looking to clinch. Joshua with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Tyrone Jones lands a nice shot to the body.
#T4# Tyrone Jones dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Joshua. That did some damage! The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Joshua takes one on the button. Thud! ouch! good body kick from Tyrone Jones - that will leave a mark!
Tyrone Jones scores with a shot to the body.
An inside leg kick from Tyrone Jones misses. Tyrone Jones on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Joshua. Joshua obviously looking to wear him down.
Joshua steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Tyrone Jones. That one must have hurt. Tyrone Jones throws a nice outside leg kick. Tyrone Jones waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Joshua. Joshua only half commits to the counter leg kick. Tyrone Jones punishes Joshua's body with a nice straight punch. Joshua uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tyrone Jones. Joshua connects with a solid leg kick. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Tyrone Jones chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Joshua can pounce on him.
Tyrone Jones jabbing away but nothing is landing. Jab, jab by Tyrone Jones - just one landing. Nice body punch from Joshua. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Daniel Joshua will probably get the nod - 10:9. That's time! Tyrone Jones's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round! #R3# Tyrone Jones misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Joshua.
Tyrone Jones swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Joshua. Tyrone Jones misses with a body kick. It seemed like Joshua was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. Tyrone Jones throws a looping overhand right but Joshua ducks down to avoid it. Tyrone Jones scores with a nice head shot. A decent looking body kick lands there for Joshua. Tyrone Jones throws a big shot that misses. Joshua looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Tyrone Jones throws a series of punches but Joshua moves out of range. Joshua connects with a leg kick. Tyrone Jones looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it. Tyrone Jones misses with a kick to the body.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Joshua! But no joy. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Joshua fails in his attempt to clinch. Tyrone Jones throws an overhand right that lands on Joshua's shoulder, as Joshua tries to avoid the shot. Tyrone Jones walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush. Tyrone Jones uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.#ROC# Joshua is rocked! Tyrone Jones throws a monster overhand right that drops Joshua! Tyrone Jones follows up with more strikes from mount and the fight is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Russell Tyrone Jones! Russell Tyrone Jones tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool. The defeated Daniel Joshua had this to say: 'I can't believe it, after all my hard work. My next opponent is going to get it tenfold.'.
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