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Event:
BANZAI COMBAT 9
Date: Feb 24, 2024 |
#R1#
Wilcox misses with a straight left.
Eishuu Retsu seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Retsu avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Retsu misses with a straight left.
Retsu throws a hook but Wilcox avoids it easily.
Wilcox throws a big counter combination but Retsu scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Retsu slips a jab and a cross from Wilcox.
Wilcox shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Retsu defends it nicely.
Retsu connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A jab from Retsu finds it's way through Wilcox's defenses.
Retsu gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Retsu throws a sloppy head kick and Wilcox moves out of range easily.
Retsu walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Wilcox checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Wilcox avoids the head kick by Retsu.
Retsu tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #T1#
Retsu connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Retsu throws a leg kick that is checked#TD#
and Wilcox counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Wilcox thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #SUB2#
Retsu actively working from the bottom here.
Wilcox missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Wilcox missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Wilcox thows a huge punch but Retsu dodges it nicely.
Retsu missing with punches from the bottom.
Wilcox working Retsu over with strikes.
Wilcox looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Retsu strikes from the bottom but Wilcox uses the opportunity to move to side control.
#T2#
Wilcox trying to control the position but Retsu is working away.
Wilcox throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Retsu is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Wilcox's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Retsu trying to control from the bottom.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Wilcox connects with a nice short shot to Retsu's temple.
Wilcox missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Retsu wants to improve his position but Wilcox is controlling well.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Retsu avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Wilcox. #T3#
Retsu is looking to improve his position.
Retsu slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Wilcox trying to control but Retsu is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Retsu is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Wilcox stops Retsu from standing up. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Retsu pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
That kick from Retsu tenderised Wilcox's leg. Wilcox is trying to keep his angry face on.#T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Retsu keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Wilcox takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Retsu throws a push kick but Wilcox slaps the foot to one side.
Wilcox checks a low kick from Retsu.
Wilcox looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Retsu is fending him off so far but Wilcox persists. Nope, Retsu circles away and we're back to standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Judah Wilcox. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Wilcox on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Wilcox slips a jab and a cross from Retsu.
Wilcox getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Retsu throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Retsu looks winded!
Wilcox looks for a takedown but Retsu sprawls well.
Retsu wants to land a leg kick but Wilcox is out of range.
Retsu throws a push kick but Wilcox slaps the foot to one side.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Eishuu Retsu dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2##CL#
Wilcox has closed the distance and engaged Retsu in a clinch.
Wilcox prevents Retsu from breaking the clinch.#BC2#
Retsu breaks from the clinch.
Wilcox slips under a jab from Retsu.
Wilcox tries to counter with a takedown but Retsu is quick to defend against it.
Retsu misses with a jab, cross combination.
Retsu throws a low kick but Wilcox avoids it.
Wilcox keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
No joy there for Retsu, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Retsu tries to work over Wilcox's front leg with a kick but Wilcox checks it.
Retsu is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Wilcox.
Retsu's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Wilcox connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Retsu scrambles back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wilcox shoots in but Retsu avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Retsu throws a head kick but Wilcox moves out of range.
Wilcox tries to counter with a takedown but Retsu is quick to defend against it.
A head kick by Retsu misses
and Wilcox counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Retsu is breathing heavily.
Wilcox works the jab nicely.#T1#
Nice takedown defense from Retsu. No joy for Wilcox on that attempt.
Retsu with a nice calf kick.
That kick from Retsu tenderised Wilcox's leg. Wilcox is trying to keep his angry face on.
Retsu throws a body punch but Wilcox moves out of range.
Wilcox throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Wilcox shoots in but no luck this time.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Judah Wilcox. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Wilcox looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Wilcox will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Wilcox takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Wilcox moves out of range as Retsu throws a body kick.
Wilcox throws a hook to the side of Retsu's head but Retsu sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Retsu throws a head kick that misses.
Retsu has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T2#
Retsu throws a nice head kick!
Retsu throws a body kick that misses.
Wilcox blocks a head kick by Retsu.
Retsu jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Retsu walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Wilcox goes for a double leg but Retsu avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Retsu continues to drive forward.
Wilcox wants to take the fight to the mat but Retsu manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
A right hand to the body from Retsu.
#BC2#
Retsu breaks from the clinch.
Wilcox lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Wilcox steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Retsu.
Wilcox tries to counter with a takedown but Retsu is quick to defend against it.
Wilcox takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Wilcox ducks under a wild hook from Retsu.#TD#
Wilcox manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Retsu on his heels. He'll look to pass Retsu's guard now, I'm sure.
Retsu has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Wilcox off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds. #T3#
Retsu throws a half hearted mid kick.
Wilcox moves out of range of the strikes.
Retsu looks for the body kick but Wilcox saw that one coming.
Wilcox attempts a counter takedown but Retsu avoids it well and moves away.
Eishuu Retsu is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Retsu thows a leg kick but Wilcox checks it
letting Wilcox counter with a right hand.
Retsu throws a leg kick that is checked
letting Wilcox counter with a right hand.
Wilcox looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Retsu is fending him off so far but Wilcox persists. Nope, Retsu circles away and we're back to standing.
Wilcox dives in and grabs Retsu's left leg, looking for a takedown. Retsu pushes down on Wilcox's head and hops out.
Wilcox closes this distance looking for a takedown but Retsu circles away.
Retsu throws a wild body kick that Wilcox sees coming a mile off.
Retsu moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
A leg kick checked by Wilcox.
Wilcox avoids the head kick by Retsu.
#T4#
Retsu misses with a body shot
and Retsu takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #TD#
Retsu tries to sprawl but Wilcox drives through with a takedown into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Retsu is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Retsu is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Wilcox scores with a couple of nice shots.
Wilcox throwing shots but Retsu is blocking nicely.
Retsu wants to control but Wilcox is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Wilcox thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Retsu wants to control but Wilcox is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Wilcox throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Eishuu Retsu showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Retsu pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Eishuu Retsu is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Retsu throws a sloppy head kick and Wilcox moves out of range easily.
Retsu throws a body punch but Wilcox moves out of range.
Retsu throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Wilcox's head.
A chopping leg kick lands by Retsu.
Retsu defending well as Wilcox loads up on a big left hand.
A low kick lands for Retsu.
Retsu throws a head kick but Wilcox moves out of range.
Wilcox was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Wilcox shoots in looking for a takedown. Retsu tries to sprawl out of it but Wilcox keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Retsu manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Retsu throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
It looked like Wilcox wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Retsu throws an overhand right that lands on Wilcox's shoulder, as Wilcox tries to avoid the shot.
Retsu takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Retsu throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
#T1#
Retsu stuffs the takedown.
Wilcox looks to land a combination but Retsu avoids it well.
Wilcox fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Judah Wilcox. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Retsu misses with a head kick.
Wilcox looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Retsu tries a head kick but it misses.
Retsu tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Wilcox was well out of range. Poor timing from Retsu.
Wilcox is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Wilcox displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Retsu throws out the jab.
Retsu throws a solid leg kick but Wilcox takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Retsu.
A nice leg kick lands there from Retsu.
Retsu defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Wilcox.#T2#
Wilcox slips a jab and a cross from Retsu.
Wilcox half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Retsu paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
A solid leg kick lands there for Retsu.
Retsu lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Wilcox is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Eishuu Retsu is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Retsu misses with a head kick.
Wilcox is looking to counter punch.#CL#
Wilcox closes the distance and pushes Retsu back into the cage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Wilcox tries for a takedown but Retsu manages to get underhooks.
Stalling in the clinch from Wilcox.
Retsu prevents the takedown attempt.
Wilcox tries for a takedown. No joy.
Retsu keeps control of Wilcox as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. #T3#
Wilcox is working for takedown but Retsu is calmly controlling the position for now.#BC2#
Retsu pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Retsu waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Wilcox.
Wilcox attempts a counter takedown but Retsu avoids it well and moves away.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Retsu. Wilcox shrugs it off though.
Retsu uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Wilcox.
Retsu throws a sloppy head kick and Wilcox moves out of range easily.
Retsu connects with a leg kick.
An inside leg kick lands from Retsu.
Retsu throws a head kick that misses.
Retsu throws a right hand that misses
letting Wilcox counter with a right hand.
A nice leg kick from Retsu, right into the meat of the thigh.
Horrible takedown attempt by Wilcox or perhaps it was just good defense by Retsu, which made it look bad.
Retsu tries to counter by closing the distance.#T4#
Wilcox keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Wilcox showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Retsu.
Retsu is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Retsu loads up on a big right hand but Wilcox slips the punch.
Wilcox attempts a counter takedown but Retsu avoids it well and moves away.
Wilcox blocks a head kick by Retsu.
Wilcox misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
A good leg kick by Retsu.
Judah Wilcox has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Wilcox takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
And that's the end of the fight!
Eishuu Retsu comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Retsu winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 27:30
Judge Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 27:30
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Eishuu Retsu! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 16, 2024 |
#R1#
Wilcox throws a jab when PNess was well out of range.
Wilcox tries for a takedown but PNess sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
PNess changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Wilcox wants to clinch up but PNess keeps it at a distance.
PNess with the counter takedown but Wilcox avoids it easily.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Wilcox.
PNess is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wilcox shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts PNess as he jumps to the side.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Judah Wilcox. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL#
Wilcox drives through and clinches with PNess against the cage.
#T1#
PNess is defending well against a takedown attempt.
PNess changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Wilcox fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Wilcox fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but PNess avoids it really well and circles away.
PNess is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
PNess keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Wilcox scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.#T2#
PNess uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Wilcox.
Wilcox shoots in looking for a takedown but PNess manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Wilcox's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
PNess avoids the body shot from Wilcox.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Wilcox is defended easily by PNess.
Wilcox throws out a loose jab but PNess uses good head movement to avoid it.
Judah Wilcox seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T3##CL#
Wilcox takes the fight into the clinch.
PNess stops a takedown attempt from Wilcox.
#BC#
Wilcox breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Wilcox fails to land the takedown.
PNess feints the counter takedown.
Wilcox fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
PNess with the counter takedown but Wilcox avoids it easily.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Wilcox is defended easily by PNess.
PNess with the counter takedown but Wilcox avoids it easily.#T4#
Wilcox misses with a straight left.
PNess drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Wilcox defends it well.
Wilcox misses with a double jab.
Wilcox throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around PNess's waist but PNess gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Wilcox off to one side.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Wilcox looks for a takedown but PNess sprawls well.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Judah Wilcox will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Wilcox tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but PNess swivels and escapes.
PNess is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
PNess avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
PNess with the counter takedown but Wilcox avoids it easily.
PNess bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Wilcox shoots in for a takedown but PNess shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Wilcox scores with a shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wilcox shoots for a takedown but PNess saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
PNess drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Wilcox defends it well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Judah Wilcox. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A jab from Wilcox misses.
PNess drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Wilcox defends it well.
Harry PNess seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Wilcox tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. PNess manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#T1#
Wilcox shoots in but no luck this time.
PNess with the counter takedown but Wilcox avoids it easily.
PNess showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Wilcox.
PNess tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Wilcox misses with a looping right.
PNess gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Nice defenses there by PNess.
PNess with the counter takedown but Wilcox avoids it easily.#T2#
Wilcox has a takedown stuffed.
Wilcox looks for a takedown but PNess sprawls well.
PNess changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Wilcox has a takedown stuffed.
PNess slips under a jab from Wilcox.#T3#
Wilcox shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says PNess as he avoids it easily.
PNess with the counter takedown but Wilcox avoids it easily.
PNess keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Wilcox tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but PNess swivels and escapes.
PNess feints the counter takedown.
Wilcox tries to clinch but PNess is having none of it.
Wilcox throws a wild combination but nothing lands. #CL#
Wilcox instigates a clinch.
Wilcox working some nice short punches in the clinch.
A nice right hand lands inside from Wilcox. #T4#
PNess changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Wilcox fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Wilcox tries to clinch up.
And PNess tries to counter it with a takedown but Wilcox pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Wilcox dives in for a single leg takedown but PNess sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Wilcox fails to land.
Wilcox changes levels and goes for a takedown here. PNess fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Wilcox shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
PNess drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Wilcox defends it well.
Wilcox throws a lazy right hand but PNess sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
PNess with the counter takedown but Wilcox avoids it easily.
Wilcox shoots in looking for a takedown. PNess tries to sprawl out of it but Wilcox keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. PNess manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Judah Wilcox dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Wilcox tries to clinch but fails miserably #TD2#
and PNess counters with a takedown into side control.
Wilcox explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there!
Wilcox tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
PNess changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Wilcox throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Wilcox changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. PNess tries to avoid it but Wilcox manages to keep hold of a leg and drag PNess to the ground. PNess escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
PNess drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Wilcox defends it well.
Wilcox fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Wilcox changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. PNess tries to avoid it but Wilcox manages to keep hold of a leg and drag PNess to the ground. PNess escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
PNess is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Judah Wilcox. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Wilcox throws a sloppy body shot
#TD2#
and PNess counters with a shoot takedown. Wilcox fights it but they end up in guard. #ES#
Wilcox pushes PNess off and scrambles back to his feet.
Nice defenses there by PNess.
PNess is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Wilcox is looking to clinch.
Wilcox throws a combination but it was largely blocked by PNess.
PNess drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Wilcox defends it well.
Wilcox fails with an attempt to clinch.
Wilcox shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has PNess pinned against the cage. PNess gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T2#
Wilcox goes for a double leg but PNess avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as PNess continues to drive forward.
PNess is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Wilcox pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Wilcox misses with a shot to the kidneys.
PNess is looking for a takedown.
Wilcox wants to break the clinch but can't.
A frustrated look appears on Wilcox's face as he tries to break the clinch.
PNess misses with a short punch on the inside.
A frustrated look appears on Wilcox's face as he tries to break the clinch.
PNess is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Wilcox pulls him back up using the underhooks. #T3#
PNess drops down looking for an ankle pick but Wilcox pulls his leg out and moves away.
#TD#
Wilcox shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in PNess's guard.
Wilcox stopping the sweep attempt from PNess.
Wilcox throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Wilcox with a flurry of punches that miss.
Wilcox trying to control but PNess is working from the bottom.
PNess avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #T4#
PNess can't keep his opponent in guard - Wilcox advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Wilcox trying to control from half guard but PNess is working away.
Wilcox thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed PNess's head.
PNess keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Wilcox missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Wilcox is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that PNess can do to turn this around?
PNess is looking to improve his position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Judah Wilcox showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Wilcox, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge John Kavanagh scores the fight 30:27
Judge Jonathan Paton scores the fight 30:27
Judge Jorge Garcia scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Judah Wilcox! |
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