QFC Tournament 12 Round 1 PBP Commentary

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Omgnnonononon Lolololololol (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Louis Lastly (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). We have two fighters making their debuts here, so let's see who comes out of this one with their first professional victory.

Lolololololol
vs
Lastly

193 cm
25
275 lbs
0 - 0 - 0

178 cm
24
191 lbs
0 - 0 - 0

Good wrestling
Counter striker
Good in bed

BJJ Blue Belt
Decent boxing
Heavy handed

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 0 - 0 - 0, fighting out of London, Omgnnonononon Lolololololol!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 0 - 0 - 0, fighting out of London, Louis Lastly!
The judges for this bout are James Ackerman, James Glass and Sam Margolis.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Lastly misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.

Lolololololol feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Lastly working a defensive guard here.
Lastly preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Lolololololol working some strikes from top position.
Lolololololol is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lolololololol stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Lastly swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Lolololololol throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Lolololololol works over Lastly with some ground and pound from guard.
Lastly is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move.
Lastly thows a huge punch but Lolololololol dodges it nicely.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Lastly wants to stand up but Lolololololol has a hold of him and won't allow it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lolololololol tries to get to full guard but Lastly has control of the leg.
Lolololololol controlling the position well.
Lolololololol slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Lastly wants to stand and escape but instead Lolololololol has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard.
Lolololololol trying to control the position from guard on top but Lastly is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lolololololol in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Lolololololol in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Lolololololol pushes down on Lastly's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Lastly really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Lolololololol. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Nice strikes from Lolololololol there.
Lastly blocking the ground and pound attempt from Lolololololol.
Lastly on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
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!
Lastly is trying to stand up here but Lolololololol is controlling him well.
Lastly looks gassed!
Lolololololol lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Lolololololol is looking to advance position but Lastly won't allow it.
Lolololololol winds up and cracks Lastly with a swinging punch to the side of the head.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Lolololololol is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Lolololololol trying to control the pace.
Lastly has hold of Lolololololol's hands but Lolololololol slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Lolololololol lands a big elbow - Lastly is out of it! He's waving his arms around but his eyes are closed and he's not intelligently defending himself - the ref has no choice but to jump in and stop the fight! This one is in the books! A TKO win for Lolololololol!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Omgnnonononon Lolololololol!

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hype
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mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
49%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Tyrell Richardson (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Lucas Evangelista (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). We have two fighters making their debuts here, so let's see who comes out of this one with their first professional victory.

Richardson
vs
Evangelista

185 cm
19
160 lbs
0 - 0 - 0

177 cm
25
170 lbs
0 - 0 - 0

BJJ Blue Belt
Brawler
Good chin

BJJ White Belt
Excellent boxer
Heavy handed

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 0 - 0 - 0, fighting out of London, Tyrell Richardson!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 0 - 0 - 0, fighting out of London, Lucas Evangelista!
The judges for this bout are Paul Tew, Donald Grub and Chris Edwards.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Richardson wants to clinch

and Evangelista counters with a nice single leg takedown and he's in Richardson's guard now.
Evangelista looking to sit in guard and control but Richardson gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.

Evangelista throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Evangelista really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Richardson. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Richardson passes Evangelista's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Richardson wants to lay and pray for a moment but Evangelista keeps working.
Evangelista trying to get back to full guard but Richardson takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount!

That's one minute gone in the round.
Evangelista is squirming around, avoiding Richardson's attempts to control the action.

Evangelista tries to improve his position but Richardson has taken his back! Richardson has a choke - it's sunk in pretty tight... Will Evangelista tap? No... maybe... yes! He's tapped! Richardson pushes Evangelista away and gets up to celebrate with his corner!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Tyrell Richardson!

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hype
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pop
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mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
34%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Fred Thomason (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Kristitoto BayawaK (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). We have two fighters making their debuts here, so let's see who comes out of this one with their first professional victory.

Thomason
vs
BayawaK

195 cm
25
265 lbs
0 - 0 - 0

185 cm
25
248 lbs
0 - 0 - 0

BJJ Blue Belt
Solid Muay Thai
Good in bed

BJJ White Belt
Excellent boxer
Heavy handed

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 0 - 0 - 0, fighting out of London, Fred Thomason!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 0 - 0 - 0, fighting out of London, Kristitoto BayawaK!
The judges for this bout are James Ackerman, Daniel Bishop and William Gold.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Thomason throws a series of punches but BayawaK avoids them all with ease.
BayawaK shoots for a takedown but Thomason saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
BayawaK shoots in and drives through. Thomason sprawls well.
Thomason tries to clinch up.
BayawaK shoots in for a takedown but Thomason shows good takedown defense.
Fred Thomason has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kristitoto BayawaK.
Thomason displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from BayawaK.
The fight stays on the outside here - BayawaK looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Thomason tries to clinch but BayawaK is having none of it.
Thomason fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but BayawaK avoids it really well and circles away.
BayawaK fails in his attempt to clinch.
BayawaK is looking to clinch.
BayawaK shoots in and drives through. Thomason sprawls well.

That's one minute gone in the round.
BayawaK shoots for a double leg takedown but Thomason sprawls well. He's pushed BayawaK's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
A big left from Thomason misses.
BayawaK fails with the takedown.
BayawaK will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
BayawaK looks gassed!
Thomason swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Thomason fakes the leg kick and cracks BayawaK in the body.
Thomason fails with a takedown attempt.
Thomason throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by BayawaK.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Thomason looks to score with a jab to the body but BayawaK is just out of range.
Thomason rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but BayawaK moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Thomason shoots in for a double leg but BayawaK sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Thomason fails with an attempt to clinch.
Thomason fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but BayawaK avoids it really well and circles away.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Thomason.
Thomason fails with an attempt to clinch.
BayawaK shoots in looking for a takedown but Thomason manages to keep the fight standing, pushing BayawaK's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.

Thomason closes the distance and clinches.
Thomason tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Thomason pulls BayawaK into guard.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
BayawaK trying to control the position from guard on top but Thomason is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Thomason trying to keep a closed guard but BayawaK is proving a slippery customer.
Thomason throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
Thomason will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
Thomason could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
Thomason throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
Thomason is trying to keep BayawaK in close.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.

Thomason wriggles free and stands up.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Thomason defends well against a solid takedown attempt from BayawaK.
Thomason feints a jab promting BayawaK to slip. Thomason then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. BayawaK slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Thomason misses with a head kick.
Thomason thuds his shin into the meat of BayawaK's side.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Thomason scores with a head kick.
Thomason tries for a takedown but BayawaK sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.

Thomason clinches.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Fred Thomason dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.

BayawaK shoots for a double leg takedown but Thomason sprawls well. He's pushed BayawaK's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Thomason shoots in looking for a takedown. BayawaK tries to sprawl out of it but Thomason keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. BayawaK manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
BayawaK tries to clinch there but Thomason circles away.
BayawaK shoots in for a takedown but Thomason shows good takedown defense.
Thomason has a takedown stuffed.
Thomason fails in his attempt to clinch.
BayawaK fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Thomason avoids it really well and circles away.
Fred Thomason has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kristitoto BayawaK.
BayawaK is breathing heavily.
BayawaK fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Thomason avoids it really well and circles away.

That's one minute gone in the round.
BayawaK shoots in and drives through. Thomason sprawls well.
Thomason shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has BayawaK pinned against the cage. BayawaK gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
BayawaK shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Thomason pinned against the cage. Thomason gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Thomason tries to score a power double leg takedown but BayawaK sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Thomason somewhat.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
The fight stays on the outside here - Thomason looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Fred Thomason is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Thomason throws a series of punches but BayawaK moves out of range.
BayawaK is trying desperately to land a takedown but Thomason is having absolutely none of it. This is turning into a bit of a nightmare for BayawaK.
BayawaK swinging wildly here.
BayawaK is looking to clinch.
BayawaK is trying hard to land a takedown here. Thomason sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Thomason tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in the close the distance. BayawaK manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Thomason shoots in looking for a takedown. BayawaK tries to sprawl out of it but Thomason keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. BayawaK manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Thomason wants to clinch up but BayawaK keeps it at a distance.
Thomason shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
BayawaK throws a poor cross that misses
and Thomason counters with an inside leg kick.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Thomason.
Thomason shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says BayawaK as he avoids it easily.
Thomason shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says BayawaK as he avoids it easily.
Thomason moves in looking to clinch but BayawaK pushes him off.
BayawaK tries for a takedown but Thomason sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Thomason fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
BayawaK shoots in but no luck this time.
Horrible takedown by Thomason or perhaps it was just good defense by BayawaK which made him look bad.
BayawaK tries for a takedown but Thomason sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
BayawaK tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Thomason swivels and escapes.
BayawaK wants to clinch up but Thomason keeps it at a distance.
Thomason fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
BayawaK misses with a takedown attempt - Thomason sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Fred Thomason will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!

Thomason tries to clinch there but BayawaK circles away.
BayawaK will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.

BayawaK rushes Thomason and presses him up against the cage.
BayawaK stalling.

Thomason gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
BayawaK can't keep his opponent in guard - Thomason advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
BayawaK is looking to get back to full guard here but Thomason has managed to pass to side control instead.
Thomason wants to lay and pray for a moment but BayawaK keeps working.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.

That's one minute gone in the round.
BayawaK managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Thomason.
BayawaK takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Thomason wants to lay and pray for a moment but BayawaK keeps working.

Thomason is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but BayawaK is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.

Thomason stands up and we're back to a striking position.
BayawaK avoids the head kick by Thomason.
Thomason throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
BayawaK wants to clinch up but Thomason keeps it at a distance.
A head kick misses from BayawaK.
Thomason tries to grapple but his opponent circles

and BayawaK moves into the clinch.
BayawaK is looking to take this one to the mat.

Thomason escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
BayawaK stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and BayawaK wants it to stay on the feet.
Thomason displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from BayawaK.
Thomason shoots in but no luck this time.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
BayawaK takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Fred Thomason is winning the standup battle so far.
Thomason misses the shot to the body.
Thomason fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Fred Thomason. That's going to take a lot out of him.
BayawaK misses with a kick to the body.
Thomason throws a nice head kick!
Thomason circles away from the clinch attempt.
Thomason fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Thomason circles away from the clinch attempt.
Thomason tries to clinch up but BayawaK circles away and keeps his distance.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
BayawaK shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Thomason as he jumps to the side.
Thomason will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.

BayawaK takes the fight into the clinch.

Thomason pulls guard successfully.
Thomason has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Thomason is trying to control the position but BayawaK postures up.
BayawaK must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
BayawaK trying to control the position from guard on top but Thomason is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
BayawaK looking to sit in guard and control but Thomason gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.

And that's the end of the fight!
Fred Thomason showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Thomason has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight for Fred Thomason!
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight for Fred Thomason!
Judge William Gold scores the fight for Fred Thomason!

Fred Thomason wins by unanimous decision!
After the fight, Fred Thomason 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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mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
36%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Jake Edwards (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Experiment Guy (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). We have two fighters making their debuts here, so let's see who comes out of this one with their first professional victory.

Edwards
vs
Guy

186 cm
25
185 lbs
0 - 0 - 0

188 cm
25
265 lbs
0 - 0 - 0

BJJ Blue Belt
Solid Muay Thai
Cuts easily

BJJ Purple Belt
Excellent MT
Granite chin

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 0 - 0 - 0, fighting out of London, Jake Edwards!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 0 - 0 - 0, fighting out of London, Experiment Guy!
The judges for this bout are James Atkins, Phil Schofield and James Ackerman.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Guy misses with a right hand
and Edwards counters with a nice body kick.

Edwards scores a takedown into full mount!
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Guy looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back!
I would not like to be Guy right now.
Guy tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Guy is wriggling around trying to escape.
Guy wants to hold on but Edwards pushes him away.
Guy is trying desperately to improve position.
Edwards controlling his opponent.
Edwards throws some wild stikes that Guy manages to avoid easily.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Edwards has control of Guy's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Guy regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Guy tries to get back to half guard but can't.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Guy wriggling around on the bottom manages to avoid the strikes thrown by Edwards.
Guy is in all sorts of trouble here.

Edwards get's back to his feet.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

Edwards closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Guy did well to prevent Edwards getting side control.
Edwards not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Edwards keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Guy tries to get to full guard but Edwards has control of the leg.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!

Edwards is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Edwards tries to pass the half guard into mount. Guy knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.

The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Guy looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Edwards prevents Guy from improving his position.
Guy is pressing down on Edwards's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Edwards won't allow Guy to sweep him here.
Guy utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Edwards stopping the sweep attempt from Guy.
Guy manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Edwards manages to get himself to full guard.
Guy wants to control from the top but Edwards keeps moving.
Guy stands and throws Edwards's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Edwards tries to bench press Guy off him but Guy keeps the position.
Edwards is breathing heavily.
Edwards throws a couple of strikes even though he's not really in a good position to do so.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Guy has knee on belly and moves into mount.
Guy is trying to take his opponent's back.
Guy trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Guy takes Edwards's back.

Edwards is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Guy gets his way!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Guy wants to control but Edwards is keeping busy.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Experiment Guy will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.

Edwards avoids the body shot from Guy.

Edwards feints and as Guy raises his hands in defense, Edwards changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.

Guy escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Edwards gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Guy looking for a sweep. Not yet Guy, not yet.
Guy trying to keep a closed guard but Edwards is proving a slippery customer.
Guy has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Edwards has passed into side control.
Guy tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Edwards wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Guy is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Edwards off and has taken his back!

Guy is persistently looking for the submission but Edwards is defending it well.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Edwards tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!

That's one minute gone in the round.
Edwards regains half guard.
Edwards trying to control but Guy postures up.

Guy is working for a submission of some sort.
Edwards is in trouble now - Guy has advanced to mount!
Guy tries to control but Edwards wriggling away.
Edwards knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Guy on the ground.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Guy prevents Edwards from getting the reversal.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Edwards regains half guard.

Edwards is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Guy pulls his head out easily.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Edwards regains full guard. Nicely done.
Guy advances position into side control!
Guy advances nicely into full mount.
This has been an exciting period of action!

Guy looking to secure an arm triangle but Edwards defends it well.
Edwards is looking to get to half guard.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Guy looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.

Guy has control of Edwards's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Edwards regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Edwards is trying to escape the mount.

Guy is working to isolate an arm here. It's a telegraphed submission attempt but he's gone for it anyway - and he's got it! Guy extends the arm and Edwards is forced to tap!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Experiment Guy!
During a confident post fight interview, Experiment Guy thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

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energy
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hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
47%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Hakim Blazer (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Jorge Ortiz (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). We have two fighters making their debuts here, so let's see who comes out of this one with their first professional victory.

Blazer
vs
Ortiz

178 cm
25
240 lbs
0 - 0 - 0

175 cm
25
265 lbs
0 - 0 - 0

Good takedowns
Counter striker
Very quick

Good wrestler
Brawler
Determined

Brutal Fighting Nutrition

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 0 - 0 - 0, fighting out of London, Hakim Blazer!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 0 - 0 - 0, fighting out of London, Jorge Ortiz!
The judges for this bout are James Atkins, James Ackerman and Donald Grub.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Ortiz doesn't manage to clinch there - Blazer circles away.
Ortiz is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Blazer throws a big shot that misses.

Ortiz looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.

Blazer is defending against the submission attempts here by Ortiz.
Blazer makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Blazer.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ortiz slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Ortiz postures up in Blazer's guard and throws a big left but Blazer blocks it.
Blazer keeping moving, preventing Ortiz from controlling successfully.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Ortiz has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Blazer is proving hard to escape from.
Blazer controls Ortiz momentarily but Ortiz frees himself.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Blazer wants to sweep but no luck.
Ortiz tries to free his leg and advance position but Blazer is retaining full guard.
Ortiz won't allow Blazer to sweep him here.
Blazer has control of Ortiz's left arm, preventing Ortiz from doing any damage.

Well, the referee has seen enough. Neither fighter is active enough on the ground so he's stood them back up.

Ortiz looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Blazer could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
Blazer gets full guard.
Ortiz forces his way into half guard.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Ortiz is thwarting Blazer's attempts to control the position.
Ortiz prevents Blazer from improving his position.
Ortiz controlling the pace.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Blazer is looking for a sweep. Ortiz is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Blazer is trying to control but Ortiz manages to pass to mount!
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Ortiz content just to control the position here.
Ortiz's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Ortiz scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Blazer?
Ortiz controlling his opponent.
Blazer is in all sorts of trouble here.
Blazer is breathing heavily.

Ortiz is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Blazer has managed to escape the submission attempt.
Blazer is squirming around, avoiding Ortiz's attempts to control the action.
Blazer is working to get back to half guard.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Ortiz looking to finish Blazer with some ground and pound. This is bad for Blazer!
Blazer tries to hold on but Ortiz pushes him away.
Ortiz controlling his opponent.
Ortiz connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ortiz controlling his opponent.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jorge Ortiz dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!

Ortiz shoots in for a double leg but Blazer sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Jorge Ortiz is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Ortiz gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily

and Blazer counters with a nice double leg into guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Blazer accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Blazer accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Ortiz thows some rabbit punches from the bottom but they don't do any damage.

Ortiz looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.

Ortiz escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Blazer gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Blazer trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Ortiz can do anything to dispel that myth.
Blazer throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Ortiz has his hands on Blazer's head, controlling the position.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Blazer loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Ortiz wants to sweep but no luck.
Blazer loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Ortiz avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Blazer stopping the sweep attempt from Ortiz.
Ortiz is trying to control the position but Blazer postures up.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Blazer missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Ortiz looking to hit a scissor sweep but Blazer is one step ahead there.
Ortiz pulls Blazer in close to prevent any damage.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Ortiz lands a beautiful switch and he's in full mount! That could spell trouble for Blazer!

Ortiz is standing up, even though he is in mount.
Ortiz misses with a head kick.
The fight stays on the outside here - Ortiz looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Blazer swings for the body but Ortiz moves out of range.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Ortiz wants to clinch.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Ortiz tries to clinch there but Blazer circles away.
Blazer comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Ortiz misses with a two punch combination.
Ortiz changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Blazer tries to avoid it but Ortiz manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Blazer to the ground. Blazer escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Hakim Blazer has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jorge Ortiz.

Ortiz throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Blazer was covering up waiting for the punch and Ortiz finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Ortiz trying to control but Blazer is working from the bottom.
Ortiz tries to stand but Blazer is controlling from the bottom.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Ortiz passes into half guard.
Ortiz trying to control the action but Blazer is working from the bottom.
Ortiz really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Blazer. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Ortiz lands with a punch from half guard.

Ortiz is working for a kimura but Blazer is defending it quite comfortably.
Blazer has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Ortiz is working away from the top position though.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Blazer is in trouble now - Ortiz has advanced to mount!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jorge Ortiz showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!

Ortiz throws a body punch but Blazer moves out of range.
Ortiz wants to clinch.
Ortiz slips a jab from Blazer.
Ortiz fails to land the takedown.

Ortiz drives through with a takedown into Blazer's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Ortiz is looking to stand up but Blazer won't let him.

Ortiz stands up from guard. Let's bang!
Ortiz changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Blazer tries to avoid it but Ortiz manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Blazer to the ground. Blazer escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Blazer throws a jab but it's blocked by Ortiz.

Blazer is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Ortiz's half guard.
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. Blazer connects with a nice short shot to Ortiz's temple.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Ortiz holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Ortiz makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Ortiz.
Ortiz trying to keep a closed guard but Blazer is proving a slippery customer.
Ortiz is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Blazer throws a strike but Ortiz rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top.
Ortiz controlling from the top position.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Ortiz trying to control but Blazer is working from the bottom.

The ref stands the fighters back up, due to lack of action by Jorge Ortiz.
Ortiz is looking to clinch.
Ortiz tries for a takedown but Blazer circles away easily
and Blazer counters with a stiff right hand.
Hakim Blazer has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jorge Ortiz.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!

Ortiz shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Ortiz showed some decent athleticism there.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Blazer is looking to improve his position.
Ortiz takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Blazer taking some punishment here, with Ortiz in his half guard.
Ortiz looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Blazer with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Blazer is refusing to be controlled, as Ortiz sits in half guard.
Ortiz working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.

Ortiz seems to be looking for submissions.
Blazer is not content to let Ortiz control the position.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Ortiz looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Blazer is not content to let Ortiz control the position.

Ortiz is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ortiz is trying to control. Blazer wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Ortiz is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Hakim Blazer has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Jorge Ortiz is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Blazer is trying to stand up here but Ortiz is controlling him well.

And that's the end of the fight!
Jorge Ortiz comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Ortiz has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.

Judge James Atkins scores the fight for Jorge Ortiz!
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight for Jorge Ortiz!
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight for Jorge Ortiz!

Jorge Ortiz wins by unanimous decision!

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
66%

Co-main event

Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Anderson Silva (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Karem Fathy (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). We have two fighters making their debuts here, so let's see who comes out of this one with their first professional victory.

Silva
vs
Fathy

185 cm
18
200 lbs
0 - 0 - 0

150 cm
18
130 lbs
0 - 0 - 0

BJJ Blue Belt
Brawler
Good chin

BJJ Blue Belt
Brawler
Determined

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 0 - 0 - 0, fighting out of London, Anderson Silva!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 0 - 0 - 0, fighting out of London, Karem Fathy!
The judges for this bout are James Glass, Phil Schofield and Donald Grub.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Silva shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Fathy as he jumps to the side.
Fathy throws a push kick but Silva slaps the foot to one side.
Fathy leaves Silva with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Silva is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Fathy should think about turning a few of those tyres round his middle into muscle if he wants people to take him seriously as an athlete.

Fathy closes the distance and clinches.
Fathy tries to pull guard but Silva forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Fathy wants to break free but Silva has control.
Fathy slows down the pace here.
Silva misses with a body punch.
Silva has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Fathy avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Anderson Silva. That's going to take a lot out of him.

Silva pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Silva fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Fathy stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Fathy wants it to stay on the feet.
Silva shoots in for a takedown but Fathy shows good takedown defense.
Fathy shoots in for a takedown but Silva shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.

Silva throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Fathy was covering up waiting for the punch and Silva finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Fathy manages to land a sweep and now he's in mount on top!
Silva is in a horrible position here, under a barrage of strikes, he's managing to avoid any damage.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Fathy sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Fathy has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Fathy thuds his fist into the canvas! Oooouch!

Fathy is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Silva has managed to escape the submission attempt.
Fathy prevents Silva from getting the reversal.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Fathy avoids the attempt from Silva to control.
Fathy thowing shots but they're missing.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Fathy controlling from the full mount.

Fathy working for a submission but Silva is keeping him at bay.
Fathy controlling from mount.
Fathy throwing sloppy strikes, which aren't doing any damage.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Silva really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Silva is squirming around, avoiding Fathy's attempts to control the action.
Fathy punching from mount but Silva doing a good job of avoiding damage.
Fathy punching from mount but Silva doing a good job of avoiding damage.
Fathy looking to control but Silva is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Silva has given up his back here.
Silva staying busy and making it hard for Fathy to control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Karem Fathy dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.

Fathy pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Silva slaps away a takedown attempt from Fathy, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Silva closes the distance and clinches up with Fathy, looking for a takedown. Silva pushes Fathy against the cage but Fathy circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Silva shoots in but no luck this time.

Fathy instigates a clinch.
Silva is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Fathy to keep the fight standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Anderson Silva. That's going to take a lot out of him.

Fathy manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Fathy tries to strike from the bottom.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Fathy holds on and takes a little breather.

Silva got a little sloppy there for a moment and Fathy has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Silva has managed to get both his arms back between Fathy's legs - danger averted.
Silva will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Fathy is trying to control the position from the bottom.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Fathy has momentary wrist control but Silva slips an elbow through the middle.
Fathy not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Fathy throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back.
Silva trying to control but Fathy is working from the bottom.

Fathy has his foot on Silva's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Silva works his way back into a safe position though.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Silva trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Fathy not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Silva stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Fathy swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Fathy is trying to keep Silva in close.
Fathy is breathing heavily.

The ref stands the fighters back up, due to lack of action by Karem Fathy.
Fathy fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Silva avoids it really well and circles away.
No joy there for Silva, who threw a few shots but didn't land.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Silva getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Silva shoots in but Fathy avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Silva shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Fathy as he jumps to the side.
Silva dives in and grabs Fathy's left leg, looking for a takedown. Fathy pushes down on Silva's head and hops out.
Fathy shoots in but no luck this time.
Nice takedown defense from Silva. No joy for Fathy on that attempt.

Fathy drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Fathy trying to control the action but Silva is working from the bottom.

That's four minutes gone in the round.

Fathy has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand.
Fathy stuffs the takedown.
Fathy fails with a takedown attempt.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!

Silva closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Fathy did well to prevent Silva getting side control.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Silva missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Karem Fathy showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Silva's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!

Horrible takedown by Fathy or perhaps it was just good defense by Silva which made him look bad.
Silva shoots in for a takedown but Fathy shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Silva shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Fathy as he jumps to the side.
Fathy shoots in but no luck this time.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Fathy.
Anderson Silva has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Karem Fathy.
Silva moves in looking to clinch but Fathy pushes him off.

Silva feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.

Fathy looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Silva is working Fathy over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Fathy is pulling down on Silva's head to control his posture.
Silva pushes down on Fathy's leg and manages to get into half guard.

Silva stands up and beckons Fathy to join him on the feet.
That kick from Silva tenderised Fathy's leg. Fathy is trying to keep his angry face on.
Silva tries to clinch but Fathy is having none of it.
Fathy misses with a series of wild punches.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Fathy slaps away a takedown attempt from Silva, before circling back to the center of the mat.
A jab from Silva finds it's way through Fathy's defenses.
Silva leaves Fathy with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
A left and a right from Silva both land. Nice combination.

Fathy clinches up with Silva and pushes him back against the cage.
Silva is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Fathy is defending well.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Fathy looking for a takedown.
Silva jumps guard but Fathy turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Fathy tries to circle away but Silva has him pinned against the cage.
Silva tries to pull guard but Fathy forces him back to his feet, against the cage.

Fathy manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.

Fathy escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Silva gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Fathy working a defensive guard here.

Silva avoids a guillotine attempt easily.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Fathy is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.

Silva got a little sloppy there for a moment and Fathy has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Silva has managed to get both his arms back between Fathy's legs - danger averted.
Silva passes Fathy's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Silva is trying to control. Fathy wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Fathy is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.

Silva decides to stand up and try his luck on the feet.

And that's the end of the fight!
Anderson Silva showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Fathy has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.

Judge James Glass scores the fight for Karem Fathy!
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight for Karem Fathy!
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight for Karem Fathy!

Karem Fathy wins by unanimous decision!

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
48%

Main event

Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Troy Masters (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Guga Baloteli (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). We have two fighters making their debuts here, so let's see who comes out of this one with their first professional victory.

Masters
vs
Baloteli

177 cm
25
230 lbs
0 - 0 - 0

193 cm
25
270 lbs
0 - 0 - 0

Good takedowns
Counter striker
Very quick

BJJ Purple Belt
Decent boxing
Granite chin

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 0 - 0 - 0, fighting out of London, Troy Masters!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 0 - 0 - 0, fighting out of London, Guga Baloteli!
The judges for this bout are James Ackerman, William Gold and James Glass.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Baloteli fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
A punch combination from Baloteli misses.
Baloteli lands a jab-cross combination.

It looks like Troy Masters has been cut.
Masters takes a body punch but keeps moving.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Baloteli lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Masters circles away quickly and effectively.
Baloteli throws a nice looking combination but Masters bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Masters really is a fat lump.
Baloteli tries to clinch but Masters moves out of range.
Baloteli looks to land a combination but Masters avoids it well.
Baloteli lands a jab-cross combination.
Baloteli tries to clinch there but Masters circles away.
Baloteli throws a leg kick but Masters checks it.
Baloteli tries to clinch up but Masters circles away and keeps his distance.
Some wild striking there from Baloteli.
A bone on bone clash there as Baloteli blocks the leg kick.
Baloteli's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Baloteli duly obliges.

Troy Masters's cut is getting worse.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Baloteli will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Baloteli rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Masters moves out of range and avoids them all easily.

Masters gets a takedown into half guard.

Masters is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Baloteli is just riding it out for now. Masters eventually gives up the hold.
Masters is nestled in close to Baloteli, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Masters missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Masters working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Masters lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Baloteli is looking for a sweep. Masters is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Masters winds up and cracks Baloteli with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Baloteli is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
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. Masters connects with a nice short shot to Baloteli's temple.

Baloteli looking for submissions off his back.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Masters winds up and cracks Baloteli with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Baloteli missing with punches from the bottom.
Masters drops an elbow to the side of Baloteli's head.
Baloteli is looking for a sweep. Masters is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Masters working Baloteli over with strikes.

Baloteli looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Masters prevents Baloteli from improving his position.
Baloteli looks gassed!

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Masters lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Masters is nestled in close to Baloteli, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.

Masters is working for a submission of some sort.
Baloteli tries to get to full guard but Masters has control of the leg.
Masters is pressing down on Baloteli's thigh, looking to free his foot. Baloteli is holding on for now.

Masters is working for a kimura but Baloteli is defending it quite comfortably.
Masters throwing shots but Baloteli is blocking nicely.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Baloteli trying to control here.

Baloteli looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Baloteli keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Baloteli trying to control but Masters postures up.

Baloteli actively working from the bottom here.
Masters sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Baloteli defending well though.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Masters not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.

Baloteli looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Baloteli tries to roll over but Masters keeps him under control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Guga Baloteli will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Troy Masters's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!

Baloteli gets caught flat footed, as Masters shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Baloteli is trying to control the position but Masters postures up.

Baloteli looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Masters lands a couple of elbows.
Baloteli striking off his back but it's not causing Masters any problems.
Masters might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Masters postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Masters keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Baloteli's head.
Baloteli is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Masters working some strikes from top position.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Masters landing with the ground and pound.
Masters keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Baloteli's head.
Baloteli avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Masters stands up over Baloteli, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.

Baloteli has his foot on Masters's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Masters works his way back into a safe position though.
Masters connects with a couple of short punches.
Baloteli working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Masters.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Masters here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.

Baloteli is looking for a triangle but Masters pushes his legs off easily.
Baloteli is breathing heavily.
Masters postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Masters postures up and lands a big shot to Baloteli's brow.
Masters pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Baloteli is keeping the position for now.
Masters working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Troy Masters overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Masters is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Masters makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Masters is in close to Baloteli's body, working some short punches and elbows.

Masters avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Masters stands up over Baloteli, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

Baloteli is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Masters defends well.
Masters postures up and lands a big shot to Baloteli's brow.
Masters content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.

Baloteli has his foot on Masters's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Masters works his way back into a safe position though.
Masters working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Baloteli's head.
Masters postures up and lands a big shot to Baloteli's brow.
Baloteli working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Masters.

Baloteli is looking for a triangle but Masters pushes his legs off easily.
Masters with a nice head shot there.
Masters postures up.
Masters keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Baloteli's head.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Masters postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.

Baloteli had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Masters defends it easily.
Masters content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Masters working some strikes from top position.

Baloteli escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Masters gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Masters content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Masters with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Masters landing with the ground and pound.
Masters with a flurry of punches that miss.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Baloteli preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.

Baloteli working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Masters doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Masters manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!

Baloteli working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Masters doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Baloteli is tightening it up a little... Masters has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Masters reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Masters taps out! Nice BJJ there by Baloteli!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:26 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Guga Baloteli!