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FARTMMA 38
Date: May 25, 2019 |
#R1##CL# Tynkkynen has Killer up against the cage in a clinch.
Killer avoids the elbow strike from Tynkkynen, against the cage.
Killer goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Tynkkynen gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head. Tynkkynen tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Killer avoids it. The pace really dropping off here, momentarily. Killer misses with the head strike.
Killer scores with a nice hook to the head. Tynkkynen working Killer over with knees to the body. Killer is trying to break the clinch but Tynkkynen is controlling him. Tynkkynen doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Killer takes an elbow to the forehead. #CUT# It looks like Venom Killer has been cut. A nice glancing elbow lands by Tynkkynen. Tynkkynen definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight. Tynkkynen is trying to stall.
Killer lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Killer misses with some punches.
Tynkkynen lands a knee to the head.
This has been an exciting period of action! A nice left hand lands by Killer.
Tynkkynen lands a right hand that snaps the head of Killer backwards. #T1# Tynkkynen tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Killer misses with a punch on the inside.
Tynkkynen goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Tynkkynen is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body. Tynkkynen misses with an elbow over the top. Killer misses with some punches.
Killer swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tynkkynen with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Killer lands with a right to the head. Tynkkynen with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Killer avoiding damage as Tynkkynen throws knees to the body.
Killer is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage. Killer fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tynkkynen throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Killer blocks it with crossed arms. Tynkkynen blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tynkkynen lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage. Killer misses with a body punch.
Tynkkynen blocking some punches.
A head punch on the inside from Killer fails to land. Killer misses with a hook from the clinch. #T2# Killer lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Tynkkynen backwards. Tynkkynen is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Killer is keeping busy. Tynkkynen tries a knee to the head but Killer blocks it.
Killer fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Killer misses with a short punch on the inside. Tynkkynen creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Killer's defenses. Tynkkynen blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Killer's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! Tynkkynen is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Killer is defending well for now. A head punch blocked on the inside by Tynkkynen. Tynkkynen has a couple of punches blocked by Killer.
#BC2# Killer pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Tynkkynen takes one on the button. Tynkkynen connects with a high kick. Killer's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Killer duly obliges. Tynkkynen fails with an attempt to clinch.
Tynkkynen walks into a straight right hand from Killer. Good standup being displayed there by Killer as he connects with a hook. Killer misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tynkkynen.
#T3# Tynkkynen slips under a jab.#CL2# The fight moves into the clinch position. Tynkkynen blocks an uppercut.
Tynkkynen throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Killer blocks it with crossed arms. Tynkkynen throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Killer swings wildly with an uppercut but Tynkkynen uses good head movement to avoid it. Tynkkynen with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Killer struggles to land a body shot inside as Tynkkynen controls his hands.
Killer takes an elbow to the forehead. Tynkkynen's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! Killer misses with some punches.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Killer. Killer tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Tynkkynen working Killer over with knees to the body. Tynkkynen pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage. Tynkkynen blocks a punch to the side of the head.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Tynkkynen just misses with a elbow thrown towards Killer's brow. Killer lands a right hand that snaps the head of Tynkkynen backwards. #T4# The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Tynkkynen with a knee to the head.
A short right from Tynkkynen on the inside. Tynkkynen tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Tynkkynen blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Killer stalls. Tynkkynen gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head. Tynkkynen blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tynkkynen misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Killer can't find room to land a body shot as Tynkkynen controls the action.
Tynkkynen utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body. A nice right hand lands inside from Killer. A short uppercut from Tynkkynen. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Killer has a couple of punches blocked by Tynkkynen.
Killer takes a knee right on the jaw!
Tynkkynen missing with knees to the body.
Killer swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Killer working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Venom Killer will probably get the nod. The cut man is working on Venom Killer's cut. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. #R2# Killer scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.#CL2# Killer has Tynkkynen up against the cage in a clinch.
Tynkkynen putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Killer in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body. Killer has a couple of punches blocked by Tynkkynen.
Knees to the body from Tynkkynen.
Tynkkynen is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body. Killer takes a knee right on the jaw!
Tynkkynen scores with a knee to the head.
Killer lands with a left to the head. Tynkkynen softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Killer misses with a hook from the clinch. Killer misses with a hook from the clinch. Tynkkynen trying to land knees to the body.
Tynkkynen working Killer over with knees to the body. Killer misses with a punch on the inside.
Tynkkynen misses with a knee strike.
Killer wants to get back to striking at distance but Tynkkynen won't allow it.
A knee to the head by Tynkkynen.
Killer is breathing heavily.#T1# Killer prevents a body shot from Tynkkynen. Tynkkynen landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Tynkkynen creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Killer's defenses. Tynkkynen throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Killer blocks it with crossed arms. Tynkkynen lands with a right to the head. Killer tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Killer misses with a hook from the clinch. Tynkkynen scores with a knee to the head.
Killer misses with a punch on the inside.
Still in the clinch, Tynkkynen scores with a nice short uppercut. Tynkkynen lands an elbow that stopped Killer in his tracks for a moment. Tynkkynen tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Killer wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Tynkkynen has him pressed against the cage. A head punch on the inside from Killer fails to land. Killer misses with a short punch on the inside. Killer looking to stall.
Killer misses with a hook to the ribs.
#T2# An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Killer. Tynkkynen with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Tynkkynen scores a nice knee to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Tynkkynen using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Killer letting Tynkkynen take a breather here. Killer has a couple of punches blocked by Tynkkynen.
Killer misses with the head strike.
Tynkkynen misses with a body punch.
Killer swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tynkkynen lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Killer backwards. #BC2# Killer pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Killer looks to land a left hand but Tynkkynen moved out of range nicely. Tynkkynen tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Killer manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat. Tynkkynen tries to close the distance and clinch up but Killer swats him away and circles back towards the center. #CL# Tynkkynen rushes Killer and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch. Killer lands with a short head shot on the inside. Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Tynkkynen obliges.#T3# Tynkkynen lands with a right to the head. Killer misses with a punch on the inside.
Tynkkynen comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush. Killer misses with a punch on the inside.
Tynkkynen lands a glancing elbow in the clinch. Tynkkynen blocking some punches.
Tynkkynen tries to land knees in the clinch but Killer avoids the damage to the body. Tynkkynen has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ. Knees in the clinch landing for Tynkkynen.
Tynkkynen lands a good knee to the midsection. Killer won't want to take too many of those. Killer tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Tynkkynen using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Tynkkynen connects with a knee to the head.
Tynkkynen is working Killer over against the cage. Tynkkynen lands a nice knee to the body. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Tynkkynen lands an elbow just above Killer 's eye. Killer misses with the head strike.
Killer misses with a punch on the inside.
Tynkkynen unloads a knee to the mid-section. Killer lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh. #T4# A knee to the head by Tynkkynen.
Tynkkynen throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Killer blocks it with crossed arms. A knee to the head by Tynkkynen.
Tynkkynen connects with a knee to the head.
#BC2# Killer pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Killer throws a right hand that misses
#CL# and Tynkkynen counters by moving into the clinch. Killer swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Killer lands a hook to the side of the head. Nice elbow from Tynkkynen. A nice glancing elbow lands by Tynkkynen. Killer takes an elbow to the temple. Tynkkynen throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Killer blocks it with crossed arms. Tynkkynen lands a nice elbow from the clinch. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Killer lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Tynkkynen backwards. Tynkkynen throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Killer misses with a hook from the clinch. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Killer. A head punch on the inside from Killer fails to land. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Miro Tynkkynen dominated that second round. The cut man is working on Venom Killer'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! #R3# Killer misses with an uppercut. #CL# Tynkkynen has Killer up against the cage in a clinch.
Tynkkynen doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Killer prevents a body shot from Tynkkynen. Killer working some nice short punches in the clinch. A head punch on the inside from Tynkkynen fails to land. Killer stalling in the clinch but Tynkkynen improves position. Killer working aggressively here.
Tynkkynen lands an elbow inside. Good anti-grappling being displayed by Killer as Tynkkynen tries to tie him up. Killer swings wildly with an uppercut but Tynkkynen uses good head movement to avoid it. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Tynkkynen misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Killer.
Killer makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut. Tynkkynen creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Killer's defenses. Tynkkynen lands a shot to the body. Tynkkynen blocks an uppercut.
#T1# Knees in the clinch landing for Tynkkynen.
Killer takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. Tynkkynen lands with a right to the head. A shot in the inside from Tynkkynen. Tynkkynen with a knee to the head.
Tynkkynen with a knee to the head.
Tynkkynen misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tynkkynen misses with a knee strike.
Killer misses with some punches.
Tynkkynen tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Tynkkynen tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tynkkynen. Tynkkynen blocking some punches.
Tynkkynen blocking some punches.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Killer. Killer lands an uppercut. Killer blocks an elbow strike. Tynkkynen lands an elbow that stopped Killer in his tracks for a moment. #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! Killer pushes Tynkkynen back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. Tynkkynen lands a left hand that snaps the head of Killer backwards. Killer blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning. Killer lands a right hand that snaps the head of Tynkkynen backwards. Tynkkynen is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Killer can do to turn this around? Killer misses with the head strike.
Killer lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. Tynkkynen blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tynkkynen misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Killer.
Killer tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Killer can't break the clinch.
Tynkkynen blocks an uppercut.
Killer throws a head punch that misses. Tynkkynen lands an elbow just above Killer 's eye. Tynkkynen throws a knee to the head but misses.
Killer misses with a punch on the inside.
Tynkkynen working Killer over with knees to the body. Killer lands with a right to the head. Tynkkynen blocks an uppercut.
#T3# Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Tynkkynen obliges. Tynkkynen landing knees to the head.
Tynkkynen lands an elbow inside. Killer on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Tynkkynen tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Killer avoids it. Killer throws a head punch that misses. Killer lands a hook that snaps the head of Tynkkynen backwards. Tynkkynen tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Tynkkynen looking to throw knees to the head but Killer is blocking nicely.
A left hand lands to the body for Killer.
Killer softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage. Tynkkynen blocks an uppercut.
Killer swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Killer misses with a punch on the inside.
Killer managing to block the knees to the body from Tynkkynen.
Killer takes an elbow to the forehead. Tynkkynen tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
#T4# Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Tynkkynen unloads a knee to the mid-section. Tynkkynen comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush. Tynkkynen with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Killer is struggling to control the position. Tynkkynen blocks an uppercut.
Killer lands a hook that snaps the head of Tynkkynen backwards. Killer blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Killer working some nice short punches in the clinch. Killer is trying to push Tynkkynen away but Tynkkynen has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere. Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Tynkkynen obliges. Killer takes an elbow to the temple. Tynkkynen tries a body shot but Killer blocks it.
Tynkkynen pushes off an throws an elbow but Killer leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage. Tynkkynen blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Killer stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body. Killer misses with some punches.
Tynkkynen lands a nice elbow.
And that's the end of the fight! Miro Tynkkynen showed his dominance in that final round. I think Tynkkynen 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 Josh West scores the fight 29:28 Judge Ryoma Takatsuka scores the fight 30:27 Judge Chris Saunders scores the fight 30:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Miro Tynkkynen! A very excited looking Miro Tynkkynen 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. Venom Killer was interviewed post fight and said 'He hits like a venom'.
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Event:
FARTMMA 31
Date: Apr 23, 2019 |
#R1##CL# Killer drives through and clinches with Hopkins against the cage.
Killer misses with a body punch.
Hopkins lands a hook to the side of the head. Hopkins blocks a body shot from Killer. Killer can't find room to land a body shot as Hopkins controls the action.
Killer takes a knee to the side of the body. Hopkins lands with a left to the head. Hopkins has a couple of punches blocked by Killer.
Killer misses with a punch to the body.
Killer struggles to land a body shot inside as Hopkins controls his hands.
Killer tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Killer misses with a body punch.
A short left from Hopkins. Hopkins lands a nice shot to the body. Killer managing to block the knees to the body from Hopkins.
Hopkins lands on the inside with an uppercut. Hopkins scores with a shot to the side of Killer's head. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Hopkins has a couple of punches blocked by Killer.
A left hand lands to the body for Killer.
Hopkins blocks a body shot from Killer. Killer tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Hopkins's elbow. Hopkins lands an uppercut. Killer can't find room to land a body shot as Hopkins controls the action.
Killer tries to work over Hopkins's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Hopkins lands a right hand. Hopkins scores with a nice hook to the head.#T1# Killer goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A nice right hand lands inside from Hopkins. Hopkins lands a left hand that snaps the head of Killer backwards. Killer tries a body shot but Hopkins blocks it.
Killer tries to throw a body punch but Hopkins avoids it by throwing Killer back against the cage. Killer blocking some punches.
Killer misses with a body punch.
Hopkins lands a good knee to the midsection. Killer won't want to take too many of those. Killer is breathing heavily. Hopkins lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Hopkins lands a nice shot to the body. Hopkins lands a nice knee to the body. Killer 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. Hopkins with a knee to the head.
#CUT2# It looks like Venom Killer has been cut. A nice left hand lands by Hopkins.
Hopkins pushes Killer back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#ROC2# Killer is rocked! We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Hopkins landing knees to the body.
Oh Killer is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!! Hopkins creates some distance for himself and unleashes a massive uppercut that sends Killer's eyes rolling into the back of his head! Killer drops to his knees and Hopkins pours it on with more strikes until the referee steps in to end the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:48 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Giuseppe Hopkins! Giuseppe Hopkins retains his light heavyweight title! Giuseppe Hopkins 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. Venom Killer spoke after the fight, saying 'He hits like a venom'.
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Event:
FARTMMA 22
Date: Mar 09, 2019 |
#R1# Killer misses with a hook. Hopkins ducked under it nicely. Killer comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range. Hopkins stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush. Hopkins swings for the body but Killer moves out of range.
Killer looks to throw the jab but Hopkins is out of range. Killer thows a left - swing and a miss! Hopkins throws a sloppy head kick and Killer moves out of range easily. Killer is looking to counter punch. Killer thows a left - swing and a miss! Killer waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Hopkins. Venom Killer seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Hopkins steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Killer. Hopkins tries a quick counter leg kick but Killer is wise to it. Hopkins looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Killer connects with a body shot that sends Hopkins's belly button to the back. The fighters circling - Killer throws out the jab but it was never going to land. A slow jab from Killer misses its intended target. Hopkins connects with a single shot there. Hopkins lands an overhand right. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Killer dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Wow, both these guys are really going for it! Killer keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Hopkins. Killer moves out of range as Hopkins strikes. Hopkins takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it. Hopkins rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Hopkins takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T1# Killer loads up on a big right hand but Hopkins slips the punch. Killer misses with a looping right. Killer cracks Hopkins with a good jab. Hopkins takes one to the chin there. Nice straight punches there by Killer. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Killer. Killer throws a hook but Hopkins avoids it easily. Killer moves into range and connects with a jab. A jab from Killer misses. Hopkins pivots, looking for a leg kick but Killer is out of range and Hopkins settles back down. Hopkins scores with a nice body kick.
A shot to the liver by Killer. Beautiful body shot. A telegraphed right hand from Hopkins misses the target. Killer misses with an uppercut. Hopkins saw that one coming. Hopkins swings for the body but Killer moves out of range.
A big right from Hopkins misses. This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Killer. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! A telegraphed right hand from Killer misses the target. Hopkins lands with a good body shot. Hopkins misses with a straight left. Hopkins displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Killer throws out the jab. #T2# Hopkins avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Hopkins swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made. Killer misses the shot to the body. Killer takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh. Killer keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Killer thows a left - swing and a miss! Hopkins looks like he wants to counter punch here. Killer is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Hopkins. Hopkins tries to land a leg kick but Killer saw it coming and moves away.
Killer checks a leg kick nicely. Hopkins jabs at Killer's body. Hopkins takes a jab right on the kisser.
Killer misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Hopkins.
Killer misses with an uppercut. Hopkins saw that one coming. Hopkins scores with a kick to the midsection. Hopkins is looking to slow Killer down with leg kicks. Hopkins throws a sloppy head kick and Killer moves out of range easily. Killer is looking to counter punch. Hopkins looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. Hopkins missing with a left hand there. Killer was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Killer ducks under a wild hook from Hopkins. Killer throws an overhand right that lands on Hopkins's shoulder, as Hopkins tries to avoid the shot. #T3# Hopkins lands a nice hook to Killer's body. Killer takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. Hopkins ducks under a wild hook from Killer. Hopkins throws a chopping leg kick but Killer manages to avoid taking any serious damage. Killer throws a hook to the side of Hopkins's head but Hopkins sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Killer missing with a left hand there. Hopkins was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Hopkins ducks under a wild hook from Killer. Killer throws a looping overhand right but Hopkins ducks down to avoid it. Killer throws a hook but Hopkins blocks it. Hopkins tries a quick counter leg kick but Killer is wise to it. Killer lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw. Hopkins thows a left - swing and a miss! Hopkins gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Nice defenses there by Hopkins. A swing and a miss from Killer. Hopkins swings for the body but Killer moves out of range.
A jab from Killer misses. Hopkins gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Killer throws a good cross that connects.
Hopkins misses with a hook. Killer is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Hopkins. Hopkins only half commits to the counter leg kick. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Hopkins throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #T4# Killer checks a low kick from Hopkins. Killer jabs at Hopkins's body. A big right from Killer misses. Killer swings for the body but Hopkins moves out of range.
A big right from Killer misses. Hopkins connects with a looping right hand.
Killer is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all. Hopkins ducks under a wild hook from Killer. Hopkins pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Hopkins throws a hook but Killer avoids it easily. Hopkins fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Killer checks it well. Killer misses with a right hand and Hopkins connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Hopkins tries to bum rush Killer with a series of wild strikes but Killer uses good footwork to avoid the assault. Hopkins throws out a leg kick but Killer moves out of range and Hopkins only half commits. Killer throws a right hand that Hopkins ducks under and follows up with a left that Hopkins also avoids with ease. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Killer moves into range and connects with a jab. Killer waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Hopkins. Killer throws a wild combination but nothing lands. Hopkins looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it. Killer takes a swing at Hopkins's ribcage but misses. Killer is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight. Hopkins throws a half hearted mid kick. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Venom Killer dominated that round. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. #R2# Killer throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Killer ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Hopkins moves away. Hopkins takes a body punch but keeps moving. Killer has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Hopkins finds it's way round the side to connect with Killer's head. Killer cracks a nice hook into Hopkins's ribs. Hopkins throws a head kick that misses. Killer connects with a right hand. Hopkins shakes it off. Killer looks to throw the jab but Hopkins is out of range. A shot to the liver by Killer. Beautiful body shot. Killer misses with a double jab
and Hopkins connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Nice defenses there by Killer. Hopkins swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Killer scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business. A big left from Hopkins misses. Hopkins blocks a jab. Killer sets himself, and Hopkins steps forward looking for the clinch! Killer avoids it this time. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Hopkins throws a nice outside leg kick. Decent striking displayed by Killer there. Hopkins throws a nice outside leg kick. Hopkins tries to score with a low kick but Killer moves his leg out of the way.#T1# Killer takes a swing at Hopkins's ribcage but misses. Hopkins finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Killer swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A right-left combo lands from Killer. Hopkins explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work. Killer gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there. Hopkins fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Killer has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage. The fighters circling - Killer throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Killer throws a poor cross that misses
and Hopkins counters with a slapping leg kick. Hopkins slips under a jab from Killer. Killer lands a jab to Hopkins's midsection. Killer throws a jab but it's blocked by Hopkins. Hopkins throws a jab but it's blocked by Killer. An attempted straight right counter from Killer misses the target. Hopkins moves away from the strike by Killer. Killer swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Hopkins appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body. Hopkins rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Killer counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. This has been an exciting period of action! Hopkins uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Killer.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky. Hopkins connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Killer's hands.#T2# Nice uppercut there from Hopkins. Hopkins lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range. Killer connects with a jab. Killer takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Hopkins misses with a low kick as Killer jumps back. A thudding body kick lands there by Hopkins!
Killer looks to land a combination but Hopkins avoids it well. Hopkins steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Killer. Killer misses with a left hand and Hopkins counters with a right hand to the body. Killer checks a low kick from Hopkins. Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with eachother but Hopkins might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Killer has got the better of the exchanges. Hopkins scores with a slapping inside leg kick. Killer misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Hopkins counters with a stiff right hand. Hopkins slips a jab from Killer. Hopkins swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made. Killer slips under a jab from Hopkins. Hopkins fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Killer manages to avoid it. Killer connects with a body shot that sends Hopkins's belly button to the back. Killer is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight. Killer waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Hopkins. A big left from Hopkins misses. #T3# Hopkins looks to land a right hand but Killer moved out of range. Killer lands a nice looking body shot.
Hopkins lunges at Killer with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Killer's hand. Hopkins throws a leg kick that misses. Killer lands a jab to Hopkins's midsection. Hopkins takes a swing at Killer's ribcage but misses. Killer is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Hopkins. Killer misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Hopkins.
Hopkins avoids the body shot from Killer.
Hopkins ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Hopkins throws a body kick that misses. Killer was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger. Hopkins scores with a punch to the head. Hopkins bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Hopkins lands the left hand. Hopkins throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Killer on the side of the head. Hopkins ducks under a wild hook from Killer. Killer loads up on a big right hand but Hopkins slips the punch. Hopkins on the wrong end of a vicious looking 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! Killer throws a hook but Hopkins blocks it.#T4# Hopkins uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Killer has time to react. Hopkins walks into a stiff left hand from Killer. Killer throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Hopkins appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick. Hopkins throws a mid kick that lands with a slap. Hopkins throws a chopping leg kick but Killer manages to avoid taking any serious damage. Hopkins displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Killer throws out the jab. Killer loads up on a big right hand but Hopkins slips the punch. Killer throws a looping overhand right but Hopkins ducks down to avoid it. Hopkins scores with a push kick. Killer jabs at Hopkins's body. Hopkins throws a looping overhand right but Killer ducks down to avoid it. Hopkins misses with a looping right. Killer lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Hopkins circles away quickly and effectively. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Killer misses with a body shot.
Hopkins gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there. Killer connects with a single shot there. Hopkins displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Killer throws out the jab. 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 Venom Killer 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# Hopkins stuns Killer with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range. Hopkins is looking to chop away at Killer's legs. Killer misses with a looping right. Killer will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body. Hopkins connects with a body shot that sends Killer's belly button to the back. Killer throws a predictable looking body shot
and Hopkins counters with a nice body shot. Hopkins takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt. Killer misses the shot to the body. Hopkins is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Killer. Hopkins misses with a looping right. Hopkins lands a glancing blow to the side of Killer's head. A looping hook to the body misses from Killer. Hopkins does a little dance to reset his feet. Killer throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Hopkins throws a counter combo. Hopkins lands a glancing blow to the side of Killer's head. A chopping leg kick lands by Hopkins. Hopkins has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye. Hopkins throws a leg kick and Hopkins takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. This has been an exciting period of action! Hopkins scores with a jab to the body. Hopkins takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him. Hopkins misses with a looping right. Killer misses with a double jab.
#T1# Killer moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross. Killer misses with an uppercut. Killer lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw. Hopkins throws a solid leg kick but Killer takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Hopkins. Hopkins defending well as Killer loads up on a big left hand. A big right from Killer misses. Hopkins looks to land a left hand but Killer moved out of range nicely. Hopkins lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Killer at a distance.
Killer throws a shot from downtown. Hopkins moves away and avoids it. Hopkins uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Killer.
Jab by Hopkins. Hopkins ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Killer moves away. Hopkins finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Killer throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Killer shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Hopkins eats them both and turns towards Killer to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo. Hopkins lands a nice leg kick that just misses Killer's sensitive parts. 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! Hopkins chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Hopkins blocks a jab.#T2# Killer swings widly with a right hand
and Hopkins counters with a stiff right hand. Killer lands a jab to Hopkins's midsection. Killer fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Hopkins manages to avoid it. Killer misses with an uppercut. Hopkins fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done. Killer throws a hook but Hopkins avoids it easily. Killer misses with a few strikes there.
Killer looks to score with a jab to the body but Hopkins is just out of range. Hopkins cracks Killer with a right hand to the side of the head. Killer lands a head shot. Hopkins connects with a body shot that sends Killer's belly button to the back. Hopkins scores with a nice strike. Hopkins throws a hook but Killer avoids it easily. Venom Killer is winning the standup battle so far. Killer cracks Hopkins with an open hand slap. Killer cracks Hopkins with an open hand slap. Killer connects with a jab. Killer misses with a body shot.
Hopkins moves away from the strike by Killer. #T3# Nice jab there from Hopkins. Hopkins fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Killer manages to avoid it. The crowd cheers as Killer lands an impressive looking overhand right. Hopkins doesn't seem phased though. Killer misses with an uppercut. Hopkins saw that one coming. Killer throws a shot from downtown. Hopkins moves away and avoids it. Nice uppercut lands for Hopkins. That snapped Killer's head back.
Hopkins throws a body punch but Killer moves out of range. Killer looks to land a left hand but Hopkins moved out of range nicely. Hopkins steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect. Killer moves out of range of the strikes. Hopkins dips down and scores with a jab to the body. A swing and a miss from Killer. Hopkins throws a leg kick but Killer sees it coming and checks it nicely. Hopkins throws a jab but it's blocked by Killer. Killer throwing a counter right hand but Hopkins manages to avoid it. Killer misses with an uppercut. Hopkins saw that one coming. Killer throws the left hand but Hopkins avoids the punch easily. Hopkins misses with a straight left. Killer ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Hopkins moves away. Hopkins fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Killer looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.#T4# Hopkins throws out a powerful jab. This has been an exciting period of action! Hopkins waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Killer. Some bone on bone action there as Killer checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one. Hopkins misses with a straight left. Hopkins missing with a left hand there. Killer was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Killer connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Hopkins's hands. Killer lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent. Hopkins dodges the punch combination from Killer.
A combination from Hopkins does no damage. Hopkins misses with a leg kick. Hopkins takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor. Hopkins tries to move into range but Killer moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand. Hopkins pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Hopkins on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere. Killer lands a nice shot that snaps Hopkins's head back.
Killer throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Killer takes a swing at Hopkins's ribcage but misses. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but Venom Killer did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. #R4# Hopkins shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down. Killer tries to move into range but Hopkins moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand. Hopkins scores with a jab. Hopkins sizes up Killer with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. Hopkins uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Killer.
Hopkins cracks the inside of Killer's front leg. Killer misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Killer looks to score with a jab to the body but Hopkins is just out of range. Killer throws a body punch but Hopkins moves out of range. Killer connects with a body shot that sends Hopkins's belly button to the back. Killer misses with a looping right. Hopkins looks to land a combination but Killer avoids it well. Killer misses with a hook. Hopkins ducked under it nicely. Killer looks to land a left hand but Hopkins moved out of range nicely. Hopkins pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Hopkins slips under a jab from Killer. Hopkins misses with a low kick.
Killer throws a hook but Hopkins avoids it easily. Hopkins steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Killer.#T1# Hopkins misses the jab. Killer tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Hopkins was well out of range. Poor timing from Killer. Killer throws a body punch but Hopkins moves out of range. Killer sizes up Hopkins with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. Hopkins uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Killer. Hopkins takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor. Hopkins staying out of range there. Hopkins scores with a jab to the head.
Hopkins tries a head kick but it misses.
Killer takes a swing at Hopkins's ribcage but misses. Hopkins ducks under a wild hook from Killer. Killer pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Killer connects with a single shot there. Killer takes a swing at Hopkins's ribcage but misses. A jab from Killer misses. Hopkins throws out a counter right but Killer avoids it with no problem. Killer misses with a straight right. Jab, jab by Killer - just one landing. Killer throws out a token jab with nothing on it. A nice side step and Hopkins releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.#T2# Killer is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Hopkins. Hopkins misses with a two punch combination.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Killer misses the shot to the body. Hopkins throws a leg kick but Killer sees it coming and checks it nicely. Killer checks a leg kick nicely. Killer avoids a lazy jab quite easily. A chopping leg kick lands by Hopkins. Killer lands a slapping body shot.
Hopkins misses with a body kick. Killer throws a shot from downtown. Hopkins moves away and avoids it. Hopkins lands with a cross. A jab from Hopkins misses. Killer misses with a jab to the body
and Hopkins counters with a series of strikes. Killer will be more careful next time no doubt. Killer lands a jab to Hopkins's midsection. Killer lands a jab to the head.
Killer works the jab nicely. Killer misses the shot to the body. Hopkins swings away with a body shot that misses
and Killer counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T3# A jab from Hopkins misses. Killer misses with an uppercut. Hopkins saw that one coming. Hopkins lands with a thumping leg kick.
Killer throws a nice looking combination but Hopkins bobs and weaves to avoid any damage. Hopkins raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick. Killer tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Hopkins was well out of range. Poor timing from Killer. Hopkins throws a looping overhand right but Killer ducks down to avoid it. Killer throws a lazy uppercut
and Hopkins counters with a straight right hand. Killer throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Hopkins lands a glancing blow to the side of Killer's head. Killer misses with a looping left. Hopkins uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Killer. Killer throws a looping overhand right but Hopkins ducks down to avoid it. Killer throws an ugly left hook that misses
#CL2# and Hopkins holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch. Killer tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Hopkins obliges. It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over.#BC2# Hopkins's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Killer swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Killer misses with a hook. Hopkins ducked under it nicely. #T4# Hopkins keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Killer. Killer swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Hopkins. 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! Killer blocks a leg kick. Hopkins misses with a double jab.
Killer scores with a jab. Hopkins acknowledges it with a nod of the head. Hopkins is looking to chop away at Killer's legs. Hopkins throws a jab when Killer was well out of range. Hopkins throws a right and a left that both miss. Killer lands a nice hook to Hopkins's body. Hopkins takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. Hopkins misses with an uppercut
and Killer counters with a nice uppercut. Hopkins throws an overhand right that lands on Killer's shoulder, as Killer tries to avoid the shot. Killer misses the shot to the body. Hopkins lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Jab, jab by Hopkins - just one landing. Good standup being displayed there by Hopkins as he connects with a hook. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Killer tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Hopkins was well out of range. Poor timing from Killer. Killer takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
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 Venom Killer will probably get the nod. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round! #R5# Hopkins displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Killer throws out the jab. Hopkins throws out a loose jab but Killer uses good head movement to avoid it. A shot to the body from Hopkins misses letting Killer counter with a right hand. Killer misses with a looping left. Hopkins uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Killer.
Jab from Hopkins. Killer jabbing away but nothing is landing. Hopkins uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Killer.
Killer chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Hopkins can pounce on him.
Killer throws a hook to the side of Hopkins's head but Hopkins sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Killer throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Hopkins slips under a jab. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Killer missing with a left hand there. Hopkins was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Killer takes a swing at Hopkins's ribcage but misses. Killer throws out a loose jab but Hopkins uses good head movement to avoid it. Hopkins sizes up Killer with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. Killer throws a hook but Hopkins blocks it. Hopkins takes a body punch but keeps moving. #T1# Hopkins keeps Killer at a distance using the push kick. No joy there for Hopkins, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Both fighters circling a little - Hopkins finishes the exchange with a kick to the body. Killer throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Hopkins is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch. Killer throws a jab but it's blocked by Hopkins. Nice body punch from Hopkins. Killer blocks a jab. Hopkins lands with a nice body punch. Hopkins throws a jab but it's blocked by Killer. Hopkins ducks under a wild hook from Killer. A bone on bone clash there as Killer blocks the leg kick.
Killer is looking to counter punch. Hopkins pulls out of a head kick attempt.
An attempted straight right counter from Killer misses the target. Hopkins finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
A big left from Killer misses. Hopkins tries to work over Killer's front leg with a kick but Killer checks it. Hopkins lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range. Killer's corner calls for a 1-2. Killer obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. #T2# Killer catches Hopkins with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong! The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Killer digs a good body shot into Hopkins's ribs. Killer lands with a nice combination. Hopkins backs away looking to recover. Killer takes one to the side of the head.
Killer throws a jab but it's blocked by Hopkins. Hopkins throws out a counter right but Killer avoids it with no problem. Hopkins slips under a jab. Killer avoids a low kick by using good footwork. Hopkins 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.
A big right from Hopkins misses. Killer swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Killer walks into a straight right hand from Hopkins. Hopkins bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Hopkins throws a right hand that Killer ducks under and follows up with a left that Killer also avoids with ease. Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Killer!
Killer moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot. Killer moves out of range of the strikes. Hopkins ducks under a wild hook from Killer.#T3# A telegraphed right hand from Killer misses the target. Hopkins feints and then cracks Killer's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Killer down. Killer throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Hopkins sees it coming and avoids it easily. Hopkins steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Killer. Killer avoids the head kick by Hopkins.
Killer misses the shot to the body. Killer throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Hopkins stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly. Killer takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Hopkins finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Killer throwing a counter right hand but Hopkins manages to avoid it. Killer bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Hopkins's head. Hopkins connects with an inside leg kick. Killer throws a hook to the side of Hopkins's head but Hopkins sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Hopkins slips under a jab. Hopkins slips under a jab from Killer. Killer misses with a body shot.
A little jabbing left from Hopkins on the counter but it doesn't find it's target. Killer has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Hopkins. Killer takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
#T4# Hopkins ducks under a wild hook from Killer. Hopkins missing with a left hand there. Killer was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Hopkins moves away from the strike by Killer. Hopkins shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. A swing and a miss from Hopkins. A punch combination from Hopkins misses. Killer slips a straight right by Hopkins. Killer throws a body shot but no joy. Killer closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. Giuseppe Hopkins has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Killer looks to land a left hand but Hopkins moved out of range nicely. Killer lands the left hand. Hopkins lands a head kick. Killer smiles back at him and beckons him forward. Hopkins throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Killer scores with a body shot.
Killer ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Hopkins moves away. Venom Killer is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach. Killer swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Hopkins. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. The fighters circling - Hopkins throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
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 Venom Killer. Well I reckon that's a shut out for Killer, 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 Frank Dennis scores the fight 50:45 Judge George Francis scores the fight 48:48 Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 46:49
The fight is ruled a draw!
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FARTMMA 19
Date: Feb 23, 2019 |
#R1# Killer looks to land a body kick but Hopkins moved away. A swing and a miss from Killer. Killer looks to throw the jab but Hopkins is out of range. Killer ducks under a wild hook from Hopkins. Hopkins throws a big shot that misses. Killer looks to throw the jab but Hopkins is out of range. Hopkins lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Hopkins uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Killer. Killer misses with a straight left. Hopkins misses with a body shot.
Hopkins keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Killer. Hopkins's jab looks to have found its range, popping Killer under the eye. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Killer misses with a hook. Hopkins was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger. Hopkins throws a jab when Killer was well out of range. Nice defenses there by Hopkins. A slow jab from Killer misses its intended target. An inside leg kick lands from Hopkins. Hopkins misses with a straight right. #T1# Killer throws a hook but Hopkins avoids it easily. Killer thuds a left hand into Hopkins's body. Killer misses with a shot to the body #CL# and Hopkins counters by moving into the clinch. Killer tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Hopkins's elbow. Killer tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Hopkins's elbow. Hopkins with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Killer avoiding damage as Hopkins throws knees to the body.
Killer misses with a hook to the ribs.
Killer blocks an uppercut.
Killer swings wildly with an uppercut but Hopkins uses good head movement to avoid it. Hopkins blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Hopkins lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
#CUT# It looks like Venom Killer has been cut. Hopkins lands a shoulder strike. Killer misses with the head strike.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Killer. A head punch on the inside from Killer fails to land. Killer misses with a hook to the ribs.
Hopkins working aggressively here.
Hopkins lands a hook that snaps the head of Killer backwards. #T2# The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Killer throws a punch but it's blocked by Hopkins. Hopkins tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Killer avoids it. Hopkins using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Killer blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning. Hopkins tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Hopkins tries to land a knee to the head but Killer blocks with his arms.
Hopkins definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight. Hopkins is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body. Killer looks winded! Hopkins working Killer over with knees to the body. Hopkins tries to land a knee to the head but Killer blocks with his arms.
Hopkins landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Killer blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning. Hopkins lands a left hand that snaps the head of Killer backwards. Hopkins lands on the inside with an uppercut. Killer misses with a punch to the body.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Hopkins obliges. Hopkins lands a nice knee to the body. Hopkins digs a right hand into Killer's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Killer's gas tank. Hopkins lands a knee to the body.
Hopkins doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Hopkins lands a good knee to the midsection. Killer won't want to take too many of those.#T3# Hopkins scores a nice knee to the body.
A knee to the head by Hopkins.
Hopkins lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. Hopkins unloads a knee to the mid-section. Hopkins scores with a nice hook to the head. Hopkins trying to land knees to the body.
Hopkins utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body. Good body shot from Hopkins.
Hopkins working Killer over with knees to the body. A short left from Hopkins. Hopkins is leaning against Killer and scores with a nice uppercut to the body. Hopkins goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! A nice left hand lands by Hopkins.
Hopkins crunches a lovely knee into Killer's ribcage. Nice body punch from Hopkins - that landed with a thud.
Hopkins blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Hopkins scores a nice knee to the body.
Hopkins putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Killer in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.#T4# Hopkins is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body. Hopkins unloads a knee to the mid-section. Killer managing to block the knees to the body from Hopkins.
Killer managing to block the knees to the body from Hopkins.
Hopkins using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Hopkins lands a knee to the body.
Hopkins landing knees to the body.
Hopkins using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Hopkins lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Killer backwards. Hopkins landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Hopkins lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Killer backwards. Hopkins lands a knee to the head.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Hopkins obliges. Hopkins lands a nice knee to the body. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Hopkins putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Killer in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body. Hopkins scores a nice knee to the body.
Hopkins lands a knee to the body.
Hopkins lands a shoulder strike. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Giuseppe Hopkins dominated that round. The cut man is working on Venom Killer's cut. That's time! Back to the action! #R2# Hopkins connects with a looping right hand.
Killer lands with an overhand left. Killer throws the left hand but Hopkins avoids the punch easily. Hopkins throws a jab when Killer was well out of range. Killer misses with a looping left. Hopkins connects with a nice looking jab.
Hopkins throws a jab but it's blocked by Killer. A swing and a miss from Killer. Killer throws a body punch but Hopkins moves out of range. Hopkins throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Killer sees it coming and avoids it easily. Hopkins throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Killer. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Killer slips under a jab from Hopkins. Killer throws out a counter right but Hopkins avoids it with no problem. Hopkins lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Killer takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Hopkins misses with a body shot
and Killer counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Killer has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Hopkins swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#T1# A jab from Hopkins misses. Giuseppe Hopkins is winning the standup battle so far. Killer uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Hopkins. Hopkins staying out of range there. Hopkins is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Killer can do to turn this around? Killer ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Killer waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Hopkins. Killer throws a looping overhand right but Hopkins ducks down to avoid it. Hopkins throws a lazy right hand but Killer sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Hopkins misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Killer.
Hopkins is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Killer. A solid body kick from Hopkins. Hopkins moves out of range as Killer strikes. Hopkins lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin. Killer connects with a right hand. Hopkins shakes it off. Killer staying out of range there. Hopkins slips a straight right by Killer.#T2# Hopkins scores with a nice right hand.
Hopkins connects with a leg kick. Killer looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it. Killer throws a body punch but Hopkins moves out of range. Killer throws a shot from downtown. Hopkins moves away and avoids it. Hopkins appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick. Killer slips under a jab from Hopkins. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Hopkins throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Hopkins bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Hopkins half committed to a counter leg kick. Killer slips a straight right by Hopkins. Hopkins throws a body kick but he wasn't in range. Hopkins steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Killer. Hopkins lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh. Hopkins looks to throw the jab but Killer is out of range. Killer swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made. Killer looks to land a right hand but Hopkins moved out of range. Hopkins moves away from the strike by Killer. Hopkins fails to land with a series of punches.
#T3# Hopkins moves out of range as Killer strikes. Hopkins misses with a body kick. Hopkins avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Killer misses with a right hand and Hopkins counters with a left to the body. Hopkins looks for the body kick but Killer saw that one coming. Killer looks to throw the jab but Hopkins is out of range. Hopkins staying out of range there. Killer tries to land a front kick but Hopkins steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed. Killer misses with a hook
and Hopkins counters with an outside leg kick.
Some wild striking there from Hopkins.
Killer misses with an uppercut. A jab from Killer does it's job there. Killer dodges the punch combination from Hopkins.
#T4# Killer ducks under a wild hook from Hopkins. Hopkins throws a leg kick which misses Killer's front leg but catches the back leg as Killer tries to avoid it. Hopkins throws a hook but Killer blocks it. Killer throws out a counter right but Hopkins avoids it with no problem. Hopkins misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Killer.
Hopkins ducks under a wild hook from Killer. Hopkins defending well as Killer loads up on a big left hand. Killer has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Hopkins. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Killer checks a low kick from Hopkins. Killer throws out a counter right but Hopkins avoids it with no problem. Killer throws a jab but it's blocked by Hopkins. A slow jab from Hopkins misses its intended target. Hopkins is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Killer. Killer is trying to counter with his kicks. Hopkins scores with a one two! Killer had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes. Killer misses with a hook. Killer misses with a hook. Hopkins ducked under it nicely. A slow jab from Killer misses its intended target. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Giuseppe Hopkins dominated that second round. The cut man is working on Venom Killer's cut. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! #R3# Killer throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Hopkins misses with a series of wild punches.
Killer throws a body kick but he wasn't in range. Killer uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Hopkins.
Hopkins throws a hook but Killer avoids it easily. Killer throws an overhand right that lands on Hopkins's shoulder, as Hopkins tries to avoid the shot. Killer tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him. Killer throws a hook but Hopkins blocks it. Hopkins misses with a head kick.
Killer moves away from the strike by Hopkins. Killer looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Hopkins throws a body punch but Killer moves out of range. Hopkins connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Killer's hands. Hopkins slips a straight right by Killer. A shot to the body from Killer misses and Hopkins counters with a solid body kick. #T1# Killer looks to land a left hand but Hopkins moved out of range nicely. Killer misses with an uppercut. Killer avoids the body shot from Hopkins.
Killer jabbing away but nothing is landing. Hopkins slips under a jab. Hopkins seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance. Killer takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Hopkins fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Killer has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage. Killer waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Hopkins. Killer misses with a hook
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick. Hopkins throws a head kick that misses and Killer connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Killer throws a looping overhand right but Hopkins ducks down to avoid it. Hopkins attempts a low kick but it misses it's target. That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Killer crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Hopkins - the referee stops the clock and Killer gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Hopkins. Killer manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes. Killer tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Hopkins was well out of range. Poor timing from Killer. Hopkins fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.#T2# Hopkins ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Killer misses with a right hand and Hopkins counters with a lovely straight right hand! Hopkins misses with a leg kick. Hopkins jabbing away but nothing is landing. Killer scores with a nice head shot. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Hopkins looks to throw the jab but Killer is out of range. Killer thows a left - swing and a miss! Killer throws a body shot but no joy. Hopkins staying out of range there. Hopkins connects with a jab. Hopkins wants to land a leg kick but Killer is out of range. Hopkins lands a lovely overhand right. Hopkins lands a nice looking kick to the body. Killer takes a step back to recover. A looping hook to the body misses from Hopkins. Killer does a little dance to reset his feet. Killer misses with a left hand and Hopkins counters with a stiff right hand. #T3# Hopkins scores with a slapping inside leg kick. Killer takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him. Hopkins goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo. Killer throws a hook but Hopkins blocks it. Hopkins jabs at Killer's body. Killer uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Hopkins.
Hopkins connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head. A swing and a miss from Hopkins. Killer throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Hopkins on the side of the head. Killer throws a jab but it's blocked by Hopkins. Nice body punch from Hopkins. Hopkins dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Killer. That did some damage! Killer pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Hopkins throws the left hand but Killer avoids the punch easily.#T4# Hopkins throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Killer stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly. Killer tests Hopkins's chin there with a solid looking shot. Hopkins throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Hopkins uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Killer. Hopkins swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect. Killer looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. Killer misses with an attempted mid kick.
Hopkins ducks under a wild hook from Killer. Hopkins connects with an inside leg kick. Hopkins just misses with a punch to the body.
Killer waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Hopkins. Killer jabs Hopkins to the body, keeping him at a distance. Killer misses with an uppercut. Hopkins saw that one coming. Killer fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Hopkins manages to avoid it. Hopkins throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Killer misses with a straight left. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Giuseppe Hopkins clearly takes that round. The cut man is working on Venom Killer's cut. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! #R4# Hopkins misses with a wild body shot. Killer throws a jab but it's blocked by Hopkins. A low kick from Hopkins is predictable there and Hopkins takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Hopkins connects with a nice looking jab.
Hopkins avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Hopkins looks to throw a body kick enabling Killer to counter with a crisp jab. Killer's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down. A telegraphed right hand from Killer misses the target. Killer lands with an overhand left. Killer throws the kick towards the body but Hopkins avoids it. Hopkins scores with a jab. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Hopkins walks into a straight right hand from Killer. Killer throws a jab but it's blocked by Hopkins. Killer takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming. Killer blocks a jab. Hopkins slips a jab from Killer.#T1# Killer throws a right hand that misses
enabling Hopkins to counter with a crisp jab. Hopkins tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Killer was well out of range. Poor timing from Hopkins. Killer throws a poor cross that misses
and Hopkins counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body. A big right from Hopkins misses. Killer looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it. Hopkins scores with a jab. A nice leg kick lands there from Hopkins. Hopkins cracks Killer with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business. Killer checks a low kick from Hopkins. Nice uppercut there from Killer. Hopkins wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection. Hopkins misses with a kick to the body.
A big right from Killer misses. Killer lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin. A looping hook to the body misses from Hopkins. Killer does a little dance to reset his feet. Killer looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it. Killer has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.#T2# Hopkins throws a leg kick but Killer checks it. Killer pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Hopkins throwing a counter right hand but Killer manages to avoid it. The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so! Killer looks to throw the jab but Hopkins is out of range. The fighters circling - Killer throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Killer's corner calls for a 1-2. Killer obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. Hopkins takes a swing at Killer's ribcage but misses. Hopkins lands a two punch combo.
Killer is looking to land body kicks. A jab from Hopkins misses. Hopkins throws a right and a left that Killer avoids nicely. Hopkins goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. Hopkins misses with a body shot.
Hopkins bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Killer takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor. Hopkins motions for Killer to come forward. Hopkins throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. #T3# Hopkins buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Killer moves out of range as Hopkins strikes. Killer throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Hopkins misses with a lunging right hand
and Killer cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. Hopkins moves out of range of the body kick from Killer.
Hopkins fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Killer has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage. Hopkins slips a straight right by Killer. Killer throws a lazy uppercut
and Hopkins counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. Hopkins blocks a jab. Hopkins went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected. A big right from Killer misses. Hopkins tried to score with a low kick but Killer checks it. Hopkins ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Killer misses with a straight left. Killer moves forwards but Hopkins connects with a nice, crisp jab.#T4# Hopkins moves out of range as Killer strikes. Hopkins scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Killer pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Hopkins lands a leg kick that knocks Killer off balance momentarily. Killer misses with a left hand and Hopkins counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters. Hopkins connects with a body shot that sends Killer's belly button to the back. Hopkins misses with a head kick.
It seemed like Killer was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. Hopkins throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. Hopkins misses the shot to the body. Hopkins misses with a hook. Killer swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Hopkins moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. Hopkins throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena. Hopkins avoids the body shot from Killer.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Giuseppe Hopkins had his way with Venom Killer in that round. The cut man is working on Venom Killer's cut. That's time! Hopkins's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round! #R5# Hopkins just misses with a punch to the body.
Killer misses with an uppercut. Hopkins fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Killer on the side of the head. Killer throws a shot from downtown. Hopkins moves away and avoids it. Killer looks to land a left hand but Hopkins moved out of range nicely. Hopkins feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Killer's calf. Killer misses the jab. Killer dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Hopkins slips under a jab from Killer. Killer takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Hopkins defending well as Killer loads up on a big left hand. Killer uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Hopkins has time to react. Hopkins scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business. Killer waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Hopkins. Hopkins bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Hopkins throwing a counter right hand but Killer manages to avoid it.#T1# Killer ducks under a wild hook from Hopkins. Hopkins ducks under a wild hook from Killer. Killer throws out a loose jab but Hopkins uses good head movement to avoid it. Hopkins turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick. Hopkins swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A swing and a miss from Killer. Hopkins throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Killer looks like he wants to counter punch here. Hopkins uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Killer. Hopkins scores with a shot to the body.
Hopkins takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away. Hopkins throws a body punch but Killer moves out of range. Killer appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body. Hopkins feints and then cracks Killer's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Killer down. Killer scores with a nice head shot. Hopkins blocks a jab.#T2# Donk. Hopkins catches Killer right on the button with a cross. Killer throws a hook but Hopkins avoids it easily. Killer misses with a body kick. Killer scores with a jab to the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Killer moves out of range as Hopkins strikes. Killer throws a jab but it's blocked by Hopkins. It looked like Hopkins wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit. Killer has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Hopkins. Hopkins tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Killer was well out of range. Poor timing from Hopkins. Killer looks to throw the jab but Hopkins is out of range. Killer misses the jab. Hopkins fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Killer has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage. Killer misses with a left hand and Hopkins counters with a straight right hand. Killer tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him. Hopkins ducks under a wild hook from Killer. Killer loads up on a big right hand but Hopkins slips the punch.#T3# Hopkins uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Killer. A little feinted left hand from Hopkins on the counter but he doesn't commit to it. Hopkins throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. Hopkins throws a hook but Killer blocks it. The fighters circling - Killer throws out the jab but it was never going to land. A slow jab from Killer misses its intended target. Hopkins throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Killer sees it coming and avoids it easily. Killer throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Killer takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him. Killer swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Killer looks to land a right hand but Hopkins moved out of range. Good leg kick by Hopkins there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Killer throws a hook but Hopkins blocks it. Killer throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Venom Killer has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Hopkins scores with the left hand. Killer knows he should have avoided that one. Hopkins looks to land a left hand but Killer moved out of range nicely.#T4# Killer misses with a straight left. Killer scores with a jab. Killer missing with a left hand there. Hopkins was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Hopkins throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Killer. Killer looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it. Killer throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Hopkins on the side of the head. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Killer throws a lazy right hand but Hopkins sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. A looping hook to the body misses from Hopkins. Killer does a little dance to reset his feet. Killer misses with a jab to the body
and Hopkins counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. A big left from Killer misses. Killer looks to land a left hand but Hopkins moved out of range nicely. Hopkins uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook. Hopkins missing with a left hand there. Killer was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Killer takes a swing at Hopkins's ribcage but misses. A counter left hand to the body from Hopkins misses its target. Giuseppe Hopkins is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach. Killer uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Hopkins.
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 Giuseppe Hopkins. Well Hopkins 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 Igor Prikhodko scores the fight 50:45 Judge Viktor Lagutenko scores the fight 50:45 Judge Sergei Dronov scores the fight 50:45
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Giuseppe Hopkins! Giuseppe Hopkins is the new light heavyweight champion! Giuseppe Hopkins 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, Venom Killer stepped up to the mic, saying 'He hits like a venom'.
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FARTMMA 16: THE RISE OF VENOM
Date: Feb 02, 2019 |
#R1# Stiltskin misses with a left hand and Stiltskin takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Stiltskin throws a sloppy head kick and Killer moves out of range easily. Stiltskin misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Good shot there by Killer. Stiltskin fails with an attempt to clinch.
Killer stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush. Killer 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.
Stiltskin looks for the body kick but Killer saw that one coming. Stiltskin is looking to take this fight into the clinch. Killer 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. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Stiltskin uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Killer. Stiltskin blocks a jab. Stiltskin looks to clinch and Killer counters with a lovely straight right hand! Killer throws a hook but Stiltskin avoids it easily. Venom Killer is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1##KD# Killer sends Stiltskin crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Killer is motioning to the referee to let Stiltskin up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!#ROC# Stiltskin is rocked! Today's fight clock is brought to you by... OOOH that's a huge shot by Killer! Stiltskin is in big trouble here - the ref steps in to save him and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:12 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Venom Killer! Venom Killer retains his light heavyweight title! A less than humble Venom Killer 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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FARTMMA 11
Date: Jan 08, 2019 |
#R1# Killer missing with a left hand there. Alita was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Alita ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Alita throws out a counter right but Killer avoids it with no problem. Killer loads up on a big right hand but Alita slips the punch. Killer tries to move into range but Alita moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand. Alita throws an off balance right hand
and Killer counters with a lovely straight right hand! Killer throws a series of punches but Alita avoids them all with ease. Alita looks to score with a jab to the body but Killer is just out of range. Killer misses with a looping right. Alita slips a jab from Killer. Alita throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Alita misses with a hook. Killer ducked under it nicely. Alita digs a good body shot into Killer's ribs. Killer keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Killer looks to throw the jab but Alita is out of range. A lazy left from Killer finds it's target. 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 big right from Killer misses. Eduard Alita seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Killer uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Alita.
Alita staying out of range there. Killer seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym. Nice cross by Alita. Alita looks to score with a jab to the body but Killer is just out of range.#T1# Alita throws a body shot but no joy. Alita fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Alita misses the shot to the body. Alita just misses with a punch to the body.
Killer swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect. Killer throws a jab but it's blocked by Alita. Alita slips under a jab from Killer. Alita is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Killer rather than just go for the knockout. Alita scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business. Killer missing with a left hand there. Alita was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Killer looks to land a left hand but Alita moved out of range nicely. Alita throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
#KD# Killer lands a big uppercut and Alita crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Alita looks OK. Killer waves Alita back to his feet!#ROC# Alita is rocked!#CUT# It looks like Eduard Alita has been cut. This has been an exciting period of action! Killer throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Alita makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range. Alita is still on wobbly legs! Can Killer finish him? Killer feints a kick and comes over the top with a right hand, followed by a left hook - both land, sending Alita crashing to the mat! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Venom Killer! Venom Killer retains his light heavyweight title! Venom Killer 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:
FARTMMA 7
Date: Dec 18, 2018 |
#R1# Pickering doesn't manage to clinch there - Killer circles away.
Pickering throws a series of punches but Killer moves out of range. Killer connects with a crisp jab. #CUT2# It looks like Ronnie Pickering has been cut. Pickering misses with a wild body shot. And an attempted straight right on the counter from Killer! But no joy. Pickering tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Killer was well out of range. Poor timing from Pickering. Killer waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Pickering. Pickering fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
A little jabbing left from Killer on the counter but it doesn't find it's target. Killer throws a lazy right hand but Pickering sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Pickering is looking to counter the offense by Killer and move into the clinch. Killer circles away from the clinch attempt and Killer counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. Pickering gets tagged by a hook that puts him to sleep! Killer points and yells something to his unconcious foe before strutting off. Pickering wakes up just in time to hear Killer thank his coaches in the post fight interview.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:45 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Venom Killer! Venom Killer is the new light heavyweight champion! Venom Killer 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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FARTMMA 5
Date: Dec 08, 2018 |
#R1# Killer misses the jab. Killer misses with a looping left. Killer tries to bum rush Knight with a series of wild strikes but Knight uses good footwork to avoid the assault. Killer misses with a looping right. Killer throws a right hand that misses
and Knight counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body. Killer swings widly with a right hand
and Knight counters with a nice body shot. Killer lands with a hook. Knight tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. Killer jabbing away but nothing is landing. Knight let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land. Killer takes a body punch but keeps moving. Killer slips a straight right by Knight. It looked like Killer wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit. A lazy left from Knight finds it's target. Killer thows a left - swing and a miss! Killer missing with a left hand there. Knight was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Knight misses with a looping left. Knight scores with the left hand. Killer knows he should have avoided that one. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Killer misses with a straight right. Knight looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it. Killer keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Knight. It looked like Killer wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit. Knight slips under a jab.#T1# Knight lands the left hand. Killer walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head. Knight looks to throw the jab but Killer is out of range. Killer misses the jab. Knight misses with an uppercut. Killer steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Knight. Knight misses with a straight right. Knight cracks Killer with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd. Knight comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range. Knight lands a jab to Killer's midsection. Knight misses with a left hand enabling Killer to counter with a crisp jab. Knight thows a left - swing and a miss! Killer uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Knight. Knight misses with a hook to the body
#KD# and Killer counters with a crisp right hand that drops Knight! Killer lets Knight back up to his feet, looking for a finish!#ROC# Knight is rocked! Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Nice defenses there by Knight. Knight is still on wobbly legs! Can Killer finish him? Killer throws a lazy uppercut
and Knight counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Knight seems to have recovered his senses. Knight fails to land with a series of punches.
Killer throws an off balance right hand
and Knight counters with a right hand to the body. #T2# Killer misses with a hook. Killer takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Knight bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Killer takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Killer loads up on a big right hand but Knight slips the punch. Knight throws the left hand but Killer avoids the punch easily. Knight throws a looping overhand right but Killer ducks down to avoid it. Killer uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Knight. Knight lands a nice shot to the body.
Killer walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush. Killer is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Knight. Knight thows a left - swing and a miss! Knight connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. Knight slips a jab from Killer. Killer takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Knight moves away from the strike by Killer. Knight defending well as Killer loads up on a big left hand. #T3# Knight lands a head shot. Killer missing with a left hand there. Knight was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Killer misses with a straight right. A little jabbing left from Knight on the counter but it doesn't find it's target. Killer definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight. Killer misses with a hook. Knight ducked under it nicely. Killer rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Knight makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range. Killer ducks under a wild hook from Knight. Knight takes a swing at Killer's ribcage but misses. Knight lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent. Killer waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Knight. Killer throws a hook but Knight avoids it easily. Knight jabs at Killer's body. Killer moves out of range as Knight strikes. Knight moves away from the strike by Killer. Killer misses with a hook. Knight ducked under it nicely. Knight scores with a sloppy right hand. Killer should have avoided that one. Killer takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily. A slow jab from Killer misses its intended target. #T4# Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Knight throws out a powerful jab. We've been informed that Knight has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight. Killer throws a hook to the side of Knight's head but Knight sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Killer misses with a hook
and Knight counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body. Killer takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it. Killer connects with a nice looking jab.
Knight connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.#KD# Killer sends Knight crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Killer is motioning to the referee to let Knight up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!#CUT# It looks like Jason Knight has been cut. A swing and a miss from Killer. Knight throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Killer counters with a powerful cross that connects right on the chin and the lights go out! A massive one punch knock out!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Venom Killer! Venom Killer 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:
Welterweight Semifinals
Date: Nov 17, 2018 |
#R1# Geppetto takes one on the button. Killer showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Geppetto.
Killer lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Geppetto ducks under a wild hook from Killer. Despite the aggression on Geppetto's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter. Geppetto misses with a wild body shot. Geppetto is looking to land body kicks. Geppetto cracks Killer with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business. Geppetto avoids a lazy jab quite easily. As Killer backs off Geppetto throws a huge counter combo but Killer manages to avoid it all. Killer looks to land a left hand but Geppetto moved out of range nicely. Geppetto has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Killer finds it's way round the side to connect with Geppetto's head. Killer swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Killer avoids the body shot from Geppetto.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Killer throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Killer lands with an overhand left. Killer throws a lazy uppercut
and Geppetto counters with a series of strikes. Killer will be more careful next time no doubt. #T1# Geppetto throws a chopping leg kick but Killer manages to avoid taking any serious damage. Killer tries to counter with a takedown but Geppetto is quick to defend against it. Killer throws an overhand right that lands on Geppetto's shoulder, as Geppetto tries to avoid the shot. Geppetto looks to land a combination but Killer avoids it well. Geppetto bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Killer's head backwards. Killer scores with a jab to the head.
Geppetto throws a head kick but Killer moves out of range.
Venom Killer seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Killer throws a lazy uppercut
and Geppetto counters with a three punch combo that has Killer backing up. Killer nods at Geppetto to acknowledge the strikes. Killer throws a hook to the side of Geppetto's head but Geppetto sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Killer throws a hook but Geppetto blocks it. Killer throws out a loose jab but Geppetto uses good head movement to avoid it. Geppetto misses with a few strikes there.
Geppetto is looking to land body kicks. Killer throws out a loose jab but Geppetto uses good head movement to avoid it. Geppetto keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Killer. Killer is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.#T2# Geppetto throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Geppetto misses with a double jab.
The fighters circling - Killer throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Geppetto ducks under a wild hook from Killer. Killer throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Killer bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Geppetto's head backwards. Geppetto bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Killer looks to land a combination. Geppetto sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots. Killer lands with a cross. Geppetto swings and misses with a shot to the body#CL# and Killer counters into the clinch. Nicely done. Killer has Geppetto pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Geppetto manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. #BC2# Geppetto's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Decent striking displayed by Killer there. Geppetto throws a leg kick but Killer sees it coming and moves out of range. #T3# Killer throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Killer backing away here, and Geppetto unleashes a leg kick that just misses. Killer throws a shot from downtown. Geppetto moves away and avoids it. Geppetto looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it. Geppetto steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Killer. Geppetto lands a really nice looking cross but Killer seems unphased.
Geppetto tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Killer was well out of range. Poor timing from Geppetto. Geppetto fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Killer has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage. Killer misses with a straight right. Geppetto unleashes a big counter combination but Killer bobs and weaves and avoids any damage. Geppetto uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Killer. Killer misses with a hook
and Geppetto counters with a straight punch to the midsection. A punch combination from Geppetto misses. Killer appears to be looking for a counter takedown. Geppetto throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Killer. Killer misses with a jab, cross combination.
Killer throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Geppetto throws a right and a left that both miss.#T4# Killer slips under a jab from Geppetto. Killer tries to counter with a takedown but Geppetto is quick to defend against it. Geppetto missing with a left hand there. Killer was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Geppetto misses with a wild combination.
Geppetto is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Killer rather than just go for the knockout. This has been an exciting period of action! A telegraphed right hand from Killer misses the target. Killer connects with a single shot there. Geppetto scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent. Geppetto misses with a series of wild punches.
Killer lands with a cross. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Killer scores with a jab to the head.
#KD# Killer lands a big right hand that sends Geppetto crashing to the mat! Killer stays standing though and waves Geppetto back to his feet!#ROC# Geppetto is rocked! Geppetto walks into a picture perfect straight right hand from Killer! He's gone down face first to the canvas, unconscious before he even hit the floor! Ohhhh. My. Goodness! That boys and girls was a beautiful knockout! Give that man a biscuit!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Venom Killer! After the fight, Venom Killer 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:
Battle of the Welterweights Rd
Date: Nov 06, 2018 |
#R1# Tearu dives in and grabs Killer's left leg, looking for a takedown. Killer pushes down on Tearu's head and hops out. Killer jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
#CUT# It looks like Bukoros Tearu has been cut. Killer lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent. Tearu with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Killer to score with a decent uppercut.#TD2# Tearu changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Killer looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better. Tearu working away. Tearu in side control, throwing shots but Killer defends. Killer on the wrong end of some ground and pound. Killer is not content to let Tearu control the position. Killer is trying to control Tearu's posture but Tearu avoids it. Killer on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Killer tries to get out of the position. Killer parries the strikes from Tearu easily there. Tearu is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Killer to escape.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Killer is trying to improve his position. My spies in Cozad MMA St Petersburg inform me that Tearu has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#T1##SUB2# Tearu looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. Tearu tries to land with some ground and pound but misses. Tearu cracks Killer with a big right hand but Killer just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Killer is looking to reverse the position. Tearu throws an elbow but Killer slips to the side and avoids it well. Tearu working the ground and pound but Killer is defending the strikes. Tearu connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Killer some visible discomfort.
Killer is looking for a sweep.#T2# Killer on the wrong end of some ground and pound. Tearu lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face. Tearu wants to control but Killer is keeping him busy. Killer is trying to improve his position. You can see the frustration on Killer's face, being in this tough position on the bottom. Tearu trying to control the position but Killer is working away. #T3# Killer takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Tearu wants to lay and pray for a moment but Killer keeps working. Tearu lands an elbow. Killer is looking to reverse the position. Tearu scores with a couple of short elbows. Killer struggling a bit here. Tearu cracks Killer with a big right hand but Killer just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
#T4# The ground and pound from Tearu seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent. Tearu 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. Tearu lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Killer down.
Killer is positioning himself to get back to half guard. Killer is trying to control Tearu's posture but Tearu avoids it. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2# Tearu is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Killer knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bukoros Tearu dominated that round. The cut man is working on Bukoros Tearu's cut. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! #R2# Killer works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance. Tearu shoots in but Killer avoids the takedown attempt easily. Tearu shoots in but no luck this time. Killer looks to land a combination but Tearu avoids it well. Tearu shoots in for a takedown but Killer shows good takedown defense. Venom Killer has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bukoros Tearu. Tearu darts in looking for a takedown but Killer gets double underhooks and turns Tearu into the cage. Tearu takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Tearu will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Tearu takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming. Killer lands a lovely overhand right. Tearu is breathing heavily.#KD# Killer lands a big uppercut and Tearu crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Tearu looks OK. Killer waves Tearu back to his feet!#ROC# Tearu is rocked! Bukoros Tearu is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Killer darts in and lands a big hook, right on the button! Tearu's legs crumble underneath him as he falls to the canvas! The ref tackles Killer before he gets to land any more shots to his stricken foe.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Venom Killer! Venom Killer 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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