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Undercard bout

Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Chauncey Peppertooth (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Caden Akergaard (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.



195 cm
31
257 lbs
23 - 23 - 1
211 cm
31
265 lbs
16 - 14 - 0
BJJ Purple Belt
Solid boxing
Very strong
Good wrestler
Good kicks
Heavy handed


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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 23 - 23 - 1, fighting out of Helsinki, Chauncey Peppertooth!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 16 - 14 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Caden Akergaard!
The judges for this bout are Marco Blurström, Arvi Lind and Ben Zyskovitsi.




The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Akergaard misses with a takedown attempt - Peppertooth sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Akergaard misses with a takedown attempt
and Peppertooth counters with a good low kick that Akergaard was not able to check.
Peppertooth moves out of range of the body kick from Akergaard.
Peppertooth checks a leg kick nicely.
Peppertooth moves out of range of the body kick.
Peppertooth blocks the body kick.
Akergaard misses with a takedown
and Peppertooth counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Chauncey Peppertooth has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Caden Akergaard.
Akergaard fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Caden Akergaard seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Peppertooth moves out of range of the leg kick from Akergaard.
Akergaard fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Akergaard moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Peppertooth displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Akergaard.
Akergaard changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Peppertooth tries to avoid it but Akergaard manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Peppertooth to the ground. Peppertooth escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Akergaard shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Peppertooth pinned against the cage. Peppertooth gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Peppertooth avoids a kick to the body.
Akergaard throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Akergaard throws a wild body kick that Peppertooth sees coming a mile off.
Akergaard gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Peppertooth counters with a nice body shot.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Akergaard tries to land a body kick
letting Peppertooth counter with a right hand.
Chauncey Peppertooth is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A solid body kick from Akergaard.
Akergaard shoots for a takedown but Peppertooth saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.

Peppertooth gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
Akergaard controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Akergaard trying to control the position from guard on top but Peppertooth is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!

Peppertooth looking for a guillotine here but Akergaard defends easily.
Peppertooth might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Akergaard wants to control from the top but Peppertooth keeps moving.
Peppertooth is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Peppertooth working Akergaard over with strikes.
Akergaard tries to roll over but Peppertooth keeps him under control.
Akergaard trying to control here.
Peppertooth misses with a head shot. Akergaard uses the momentum to regain guard.
Peppertooth loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Peppertooth wants to pass the guard but Akergaard is keeping the position.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Peppertooth throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Akergaard works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Akergaard avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Peppertooth in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Peppertooth trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Peppertooth is looking to work some ground and pound but Akergaard has wrist control.
Peppertooth throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Akergaard works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Peppertooth has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Peppertooth throws a strike but Akergaard rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Akergaard stands and throws Peppertooth's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Peppertooth manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Chauncey Peppertooth will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!


Akergaard tries to land a front kick but Peppertooth steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Akergaard fails with the takedown.
Akergaard throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Akergaard ducks under a wild hook from Peppertooth.
A swing and a miss from Peppertooth.
Akergaard dives in and grabs Peppertooth's left leg, looking for a takedown. Peppertooth pushes down on Akergaard's head and hops out.
Akergaard fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Chauncey Peppertooth has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Caden Akergaard.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Akergaard is defended easily by Peppertooth.
Peppertooth moves out of range of the body kick from Akergaard.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Akergaard will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Peppertooth checks a leg kick.
Akergaard slips a jab and a cross from Peppertooth.
Akergaard throws a sloppy body shot

and Peppertooth counters by moving into the clinch.
Peppertooth misses with an elbow over the top.

Akergaard pulls guard successfully.
Akergaard avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Peppertooth accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Peppertooth throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Akergaard is pulling down on Peppertooth's head. It's preventing any offense from Peppertooth, at least for the moment.
Peppertooth trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Akergaard is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Peppertooth with a flurry of punches that miss.
Peppertooth looking to sit in guard and control but Akergaard gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.

Peppertooth looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Akergaard has picked Peppertooth up and slammed him! Peppertooth can't keep hold of the triangle and Akergaard manages to pass to side control!

Akergaard tries for a kimura but Peppertooth is defending well.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Peppertooth is trying to get back to half guard.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Akergaard working the ground and pound.
Peppertooth tries to bench press Akergaard off him but Akergaard keeps the position.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.

Akergaard tries for a kimura but Peppertooth is defending well.

Akergaard tries for a kimura but Peppertooth is defending well.
Akergaard scoring with punches from side control.
Akergaard working away.
Peppertooth tries to get back to half guard but can't.

Akergaard tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Akergaard has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Akergaard wants to control but Peppertooth is keeping him busy.
Akergaard working away.
Akergaard trying to control the position but Peppertooth is working away.
Peppertooth gets back to half guard.
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.
Akergaard moves nicely into side control.
Peppertooth gets back to half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Caden Akergaard showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!


Akergaard moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Akergaard shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Akergaard is looking to land body kicks.
Akergaard fails with the takedown.
Akergaard misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Peppertooth.
Akergaard checks a leg kick nicely.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Akergaard.
Chauncey Peppertooth has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Caden Akergaard.
Akergaard looks to throw a body kick
and Peppertooth counters with an inside leg kick.
A bone on bone clash there as Peppertooth blocks the leg kick.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Akergaard fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Peppertooth avoids it really well and circles away.
Akergaard takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
An inside leg kick from Peppertooth misses.
Peppertooth moves out of range of the body kick from Akergaard.
Akergaard misses with the body kick
and Peppertooth counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Akergaard uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Peppertooth.
Akergaard shoots in for a double leg but Peppertooth sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Akergaard looks to throw a body kick
and Peppertooth counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Akergaard takes a body punch but keeps moving.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Akergaard throws a half hearted mid kick.
Akergaard slips a jab from Peppertooth.

Akergaard decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Akergaard throwing shots but Peppertooth is blocking nicely.

Peppertooth looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Peppertooth is looking to control Akergaard's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Peppertooth avoid being mounted?

Akergaard is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Peppertooth is just riding it out for now. Akergaard eventually gives up the hold.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Akergaard moves nicely into side control.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Peppertooth is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Akergaard working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Akergaard trying to control the action but Peppertooth is working from the bottom.
Peppertooth gets back to half guard.
Peppertooth tries to roll over but Akergaard keeps him under control.
Akergaard sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Peppertooth is trying to control but can't.
Akergaard has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Akergaard tries to control but Peppertooth wriggling away.
Peppertooth is desperately trying to improve his position but Akergaard has a good base and remains in mount.
Peppertooth sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Peppertooth tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Akergaard has advanced to mount. Uh oh.
Peppertooth in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.

It looks like Chauncey Peppertooth has been cut.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Akergaard wants to control the pace but Peppertooth is squirming around nicely.
Peppertooth has worked his way to half guard, taking advantage of Akergaard's lack of action.

And that's the end of the fight!
Caden Akergaard comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Akergaard 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 Marco Blurström scores the fight 27:30
Judge Arvi Lind scores the fight 28:29
Judge Ben Zyskovitsi scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Caden Akergaard!

A victorious Caden Akergaard thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
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G S C G energy
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hype
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pop
A | B
mgr
A | B
FIGHT
RATING
66%

 

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Erik Lehnsherr (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Shukri Hakala (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Lehnsherr's ring entrance music is that housewives' favourite, PURE EVIL!. Hakala has chosen Eminem: Just Lose It as his entrance music. Both these guys have really solid chins. Will we see a standup war or will they both decide that a knockout is unlikely and try to win the fight elsewhere?



210 cm
29
278 lbs
12 - 10 - 2
199 cm
22
279 lbs
5 - 2 - 0
Decent wrestler
World class boxer
Granite chin
Good wrestler
Basic striking
Solid chin


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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 12 - 10 - 2, fighting out of Helsinki, Erik Lehnsherr!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 5 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Shukri Hakala!
The judges for this bout are Johanna Lukiainen, Matti Vanhoillinen and Roosa Järviläinen.




The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Hakala takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.

It looks like Shukri Hakala has been cut.
Lehnsherr ducks under a wild hook from Hakala.
Hakala avoids the head kick by Lehnsherr.
Hakala showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Lehnsherr.
Hakala looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Lehnsherr is fending him off so far but Hakala persists. Nope, Lehnsherr circles away and we're back to standing.
Hakala shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Lehnsherr sprawls well. Lehnsherr wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Hakala gets slowly back to his feet.
Lehnsherr lands a glancing blow to the side of Hakala's head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lehnsherr leaves Hakala with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Erik Lehnsherr has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Shukri Hakala.
Lehnsherr scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Lehnsherr wants to clinch up but Hakala keeps it at a distance.
Lehnsherr throws a head kick but Hakala moves out of range.
Lehnsherr misses with a jab, cross combination.
Lehnsherr cracks Hakala with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Hakala shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Lehnsherr as he avoids it easily.
Hakala stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Lehnsherr.
Hakala shoots in for a double leg but Lehnsherr sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Lehnsherr misses with a series of wild punches.
Hakala missing with a left hand there. Lehnsherr was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Erik Lehnsherr is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Hakala tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Lehnsherr swivels and escapes.
Lehnsherr rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Hakala moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Lehnsherr scores with a one two! Hakala had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Hakala looks gassed!
Lehnsherr connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Hakala momentarily.

That has opened up Shukri Hakala's cut even more.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Hakala avoids the head kick by Lehnsherr.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hakala tries to move into range but Lehnsherr moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Hakala is trying desperately to land a takedown but Lehnsherr is having absolutely none of it. This is turning into a bit of a nightmare for Hakala.
Lehnsherr connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.

Hakala is rocked!
Lehnsherr misses the shot to the body.
Hakala shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Lehnsherr as he jumps to the side.
Hakala shoots in for a takedown but Lehnsherr shows good takedown defense.
Lehnsherr misses with a double jab.
Hakala is trying hard to land a takedown here. Lehnsherr sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.

Hakala dives in and scores a takedown into Lehnsherr's guard.

Hakala drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Lehnsherr manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Hakala has Lehnsherr in his guard.

Hakala looking for a guillotine here but Lehnsherr defends easily.
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.
Lehnsherr controlling from the top position.
Lehnsherr pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hakala is keeping the position for now.
Hakala keeping moving, preventing Lehnsherr from controlling successfully.
Lehnsherr is really struggling to control Hakala but he's trying to hold on to the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Lehnsherr has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Hakala is proving hard to escape from.

The referee decides to stand the fighters back up, due to lack of activity on the part of Erik Lehnsherr.
Lehnsherr will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Lehnsherr connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Hakala.
Hakala rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Lehnsherr moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Hakala looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Hakala with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Lehnsherr to score with a decent uppercut.

The cut above Shukri Hakala's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Lehnsherr throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Hakala stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Lehnsherr is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.

Hakala shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Oh and he's advanced to full mount straight away.
Hakala with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
Lehnsherr tries to hold on but Hakala postures up.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Lehnsherr is desperately trying to improve his position but Hakala has a good base and remains in mount.

Hakala with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Lehnsherr wants to get back to his feet.
Lehnsherr tries to lock up and control but Hakala gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Lehnsherr is desperately trying to get back to half guard.

Hakala goes for an armbar but Lehnsherr turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Lehnsherr.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Lehnsherr showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Erik Lehnsherr dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Shukri Hakala's cut.
That's time! Lehnsherr's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.


Nice takedown defense from Lehnsherr. No joy for Hakala on that attempt.
Lehnsherr defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Hakala.
Lehnsherr ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Hakala moves away.
Lehnsherr is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Hakala throws a jab but it's blocked by Lehnsherr.
Lehnsherr with a nice cross.
Lehnsherr is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Hakala can do to turn this around?
Hakala shoots in looking for a takedown but Lehnsherr manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Hakala's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Erik Lehnsherr has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Shukri Hakala.
Horrible takedown by Hakala or perhaps it was just good defense by Lehnsherr which made him look bad.
Lehnsherr connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Hakala shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Lehnsherr pinned against the cage. Lehnsherr gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
A right-left combo lands from Lehnsherr.
Lehnsherr plants his feet and throws a brutal three punch combo that sends Hakala swiftly into unconsciousness! Right, left, right! Boom, boom, boom! Hakala face plants, battered and bloodied! He might never be the same again after that finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Erik Lehnsherr!
After winning the bout, Erik Lehnsherr thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
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FIGHT
RATING
100%

 

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Paul Baller (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Juhani Kontiovaara (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Chooooooooon! I think Baller might be my favorite fighter, now he's come out to Helicopter, made of meat!. Paul Baller has a significant reach advantage - let's see if he can make it count.



225 cm
32
275 lbs
20 - 19 - 0
193 cm
32
267 lbs
14 - 16 - 1
BJJ Brown Belt
Solid boxing
Very strong
BJJ Brown Belt
Decent boxing
Granite chin


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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 20 - 19 - 0, fighting out of Amsterdam, Paul Baller!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 14 - 16 - 1, fighting out of Helsinki, Juhani Kontiovaara!
The judges for this bout are Anni Minnemäki, Marco Blurström and Roosa Järviläinen.




The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Baller missing with a left hand there. Kontiovaara was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Kontiovaara throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Baller lands a nice shot to the body.
Kontiovaara avoids the body shot from Baller.
Baller connects with a nice looking jab.

Kontiovaara closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.

Baller is defending against the submission attempts here by Kontiovaara.
Baller tries to get to full guard but Kontiovaara has control of the leg.

Kontiovaara is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Baller sees it coming and defends easily.

Kontiovaara seems to be looking for submissions.
Kontiovaara lands strikes from 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!
Baller wants to improve his position but Kontiovaara is controlling well.

Kontiovaara is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Baller doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Kontiovaara.
Baller wants to improve his position but Kontiovaara is controlling well.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Kontiovaara is trying to work for a kimura but Baller is defending well.
Baller blocking the ground and pound attempt from Kontiovaara.
Baller wants to improve his position but Kontiovaara is controlling well.
Kontiovaara wants to free his trapped foot but Baller is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Baller is pressing down on Kontiovaara's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Kontiovaara has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Baller can't keep his opponent in guard - Kontiovaara advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Kontiovaara 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.

Kontiovaara is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Baller defends it well.
Baller has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Kontiovaara is working away from the top position though.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

Kontiovaara is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Baller has managed to free his arm - good work.

Kontiovaara is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Baller is just riding it out for now. Kontiovaara eventually gives up the hold.
Kontiovaara throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Both fighters really going for it on the ground here!

Kontiovaara is working for a submission of some sort.

Kontiovaara is looking for a kimura but Baller is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Kontiovaara to get the leverage.

Kontiovaara seems to be looking for submissions.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Baller looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Baller works his way to full guard. Good work.
Kontiovaara trying to control but Baller is working from the bottom.

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

Baller has his foot on Kontiovaara's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Kontiovaara works his way back into a safe position though.
Baller working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Kontiovaara.
Kontiovaara sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Baller's guard.

Kontiovaara is working for a kimura but Baller is defending it quite comfortably.
Baller manages to get to full guard.

Baller working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Kontiovaara doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Kontiovaara manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.

That's four minutes gone in the round.

Kontiovaara got a little sloppy there for a moment and Baller has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Kontiovaara has managed to get both his arms back between Baller's legs - danger averted.

Baller had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Kontiovaara defends it easily.
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!

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

Kontiovaara drops back looking for a leg! Baller is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Baller manages to kick Kontiovaara off! Kontiovaara jumps back into Baller's guard.
Baller can't keep his opponent in guard - Kontiovaara advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.

Kontiovaara is looking for a kimura here.

Kontiovaara seems to be looking for submissions.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Juhani Kontiovaara dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!


Baller uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kontiovaara.
Kontiovaara displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Kontiovaara blocks a head kick by Baller.
Kontiovaara swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Baller really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Kontiovaara, as that shot connected.
Baller is looking to land body kicks.

Kontiovaara instigates a clinch.
Kontiovaara has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Baller is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Kontiovaara blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Baller throws a head punch that misses.
Kontiovaara tries for a takedown but Baller manages to get underhooks.
Kontiovaara is trying to pull guard but Baller turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Paul Baller has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Juhani Kontiovaara.
Kontiovaara is trying to push Baller away but Baller has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Baller lands a left hand that snaps the head of Kontiovaara backwards.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Baller misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kontiovaara swings away with an uppercut that misses.

That's one minute gone in the round.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Baller.
Baller misses with a punch to the body.
A short left from Baller.
Baller lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Kontiovaara can't get the takedown.
Kontiovaara is breathing heavily.
Kontiovaara drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Baller pushes Kontiovaara back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Baller lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Kontiovaara backwards.
Baller lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Kontiovaara drops down looking for an ankle pick but Baller pulls his leg out and moves away.
Baller throws out a powerful jab.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kontiovaara with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Baller to score with a decent uppercut.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Kontiovaara throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Baller connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Baller throws a hook but Kontiovaara blocks it.
Kontiovaara on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Kontiovaara misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Baller swats away the attempt to clinch by Kontiovaara.
Baller thows a left - swing and a miss!
Baller is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Kontiovaara throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Baller scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Kontiovaara doesn't seem bothered though.
Baller defending well as Kontiovaara loads up on a big left hand.
Baller lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Baller throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Paul Baller seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Baller scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Baller feints a jab promting Kontiovaara to slip. Baller then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Kontiovaara slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.

It looks like Juhani Kontiovaara has been cut.
Baller looks to land a left hand but Kontiovaara moved out of range nicely.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Kontiovaara on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Baller throws the left hand but Kontiovaara avoids the punch easily.
Kontiovaara takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Kontiovaara gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Baller keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kontiovaara throws a combination that misses
and Baller counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Kontiovaara tries to clinch up but Baller circles away and keeps his distance.
Kontiovaara misses with a straight right.
Baller misses with an uppercut.
Baller looks to land a left hand but Kontiovaara moved out of range nicely.
Baller lands with an overhand left.
Baller uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kontiovaara.
Kontiovaara throws the left hand but Baller avoids the punch easily.

Kontiovaara shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Baller napping and manages to drive through into side control!

Kontiovaara tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Kontiovaara has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!

That's four minutes gone in the round.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Baller gets back to half guard.
Baller is pressing down on Kontiovaara's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Kontiovaara pushing down on Baller's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Baller wants to control but Kontiovaara is keeping busy and won't allow it.

Baller is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Kontiovaara pulls his head out easily.
Baller moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Juhani Kontiovaara has got the better of the ground game so far.
Kontiovaara pushes down on Baller's leg and manages to get into half guard.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Kontiovaara wants to control but Baller is keeping him busy.
Kontiovaara sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Baller defending well though.
Kontiovaara wants to control but Baller is keeping him busy.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Paul Baller dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Juhani Kontiovaara's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!


Kontiovaara shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Baller keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kontiovaara.
Paul Baller is winning the standup battle so far.
Kontiovaara throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Baller counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Kontiovaara is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Baller scores with a hook to the body. Kontiovaara takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
A big left from Baller misses.
Kontiovaara slips a straight right by Baller.
Baller lands a nice shot to the body.
Baller moves into range and connects with a jab.
Baller throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Kontiovaara.

Kontiovaara looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Kontiovaara stands up over Baller, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kontiovaara trying to control the position from guard on top but Baller is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kontiovaara takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Kontiovaara is in close to Baller's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Kontiovaara pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Baller is keeping the position for now.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Baller had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Kontiovaara defends it easily.
Kontiovaara sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Baller's guard.

Kontiovaara is working for a submission of some sort.
Baller is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Kontiovaara's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Kontiovaara's back!
Baller trying to control.
Kontiovaara trying to control the hands but Baller breaks the grip.
Baller trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
Baller is hanging on to Kontiovaara's back as he tries to escape.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Kontiovaara looking very determined here, making life difficult for Baller.
Kontiovaara is in bad spot here.
Kontiovaara wants to control his opponent's hands but Baller gets his hands free.

Baller is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Kontiovaara has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kontiovaara wants to control his opponent's hands but Baller gets his hands free.
Kontiovaara might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Baller kaven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Baller controlling well, preventing Kontiovaara from escaping the position.
What can Kontiovaara do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Baller will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Baller tries to keep control of the position but Kontiovaara is staying busy.
I really don't envy Kontiovaara right now.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Kontiovaara holding both Baller 's hands and preventing any damage.
Kontiovaara rolls, trying to escape but Baller keeps control of the position.
Kontiovaara looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
A lull in the action here.
Baller is throwing punches to the body, looking to soften Kontiovaara up.
Kontiovaara is really stuck here.
Baller trying to control momentarily.
Kontiovaara tries to break free.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Baller is working the ground and pound. Can Kontiovaara escape?
Kontiovaara is really stuck here.
Baller gets his hands free as Kontiovaara looks to control.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Baller trying to control.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kontiovaara breaks Baller's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Kontiovaara wants to pass the guard but Baller is keeping the position.

Kontiovaara drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Baller dives on top into guard.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Baller stands and throws Kontiovaara's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Kontiovaara takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.

And that's the end of the fight!
Paul Baller showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Baller 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 Anni Minnemäki scores the fight 29:28
Judge Marco Blurström scores the fight 29:28
Judge Roosa Järviläinen scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Paul Baller!

A very excited looking Paul Baller 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.
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Undercard bout

Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Mohamed al Hadj (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Sam Nut (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). al Hadj comes into the arena with Lebanon blaring out of the sound system. There are an array of beautiful celebrities at ringside tonight! I wonder if any of them paid for their tickets.



191 cm
27
200 lbs
12 - 6 - 0
190 cm
30
197 lbs
24 - 13 - 0
Good wrestling
World class MT
Insanely flexible
Good wrestler
World class MT
Good gas tank


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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the middleweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 12 - 6 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Mohamed al Hadj!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 24 - 13 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Sam Nut!
The judges for this bout are Anni Minnemäki, Tarja Halkonen and Roosa Järviläinen.




The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
al Hadj uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Nut.
Nut doesn't manage to clinch there - al Hadj circles away.
Nut looks to land a body kick but al Hadj moved away.
al Hadj scores with the left hand. Nut knows he should have avoided that one.
Mohamed al Hadj seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
al Hadj misses with a body shot.
al Hadj throws a right and a left that Nut avoids nicely.
Nut throws a push kick but al Hadj slaps the foot to one side.
al Hadj scores with a nice strike.
al Hadj ducks under a wild hook from Nut.
A jab from Nut misses.
al Hadj fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Nut checks it well.
A nice leg kick lands there from Nut.
Nut waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract al Hadj.
Nut avoids the body shot from al Hadj.
al Hadj tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
al Hadj scores with a jab. Nut acknowledges it with a nod of the head.

That's one minute gone in the round.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as al Hadj checks a leg kick.
Nut throws a big shot that misses.
al Hadj swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Nut.
Nut doesn't manage to clinch there - al Hadj circles away.
Nut misses with a body kick.
al Hadj swings for the body but Nut moves out of range.
Nut gets cracked there but stands up to it.
al Hadj lands a front kick.
Nut looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Nut misses with a kick to the body.
Nut misses with a kick to the body.
Nut looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
al Hadj throws a leg kick but Nut sees it coming and moves out of range.
Nut looks for the body kick but al Hadj saw that one coming.
al Hadj is looking to chop away at Nut's legs.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
A head kick misses from al Hadj.
al Hadj throws a low kick but Nut avoids it.
A chopping leg kick lands by al Hadj.
al Hadj connects with an inside leg kick.
al Hadj takes a swing at Nut's ribcage but misses.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
al Hadj connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Nut's hands.
al Hadj blocks the body kick.
Nut throws a front kick aimed at al Hadj's knee but al Hadj avoids it well.
al Hadj lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Nut at a distance.
Nut tries to clinch but al Hadj moves out of range.
al Hadj thows a body shot but no joy.
al Hadj steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Nut.
al Hadj misses with a wild body shot.
Nut throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
al Hadj keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
al Hadj stalks Nut and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Nut's face. Nut staggers backwards, shaken.
Nut does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Nut on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Nut is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Nut tries to clinch up.
Nut finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Nut pivots, looking for a leg kick but al Hadj is out of range and Nut settles back down.
Nut takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
al Hadj throws a sloppy head kick and Nut moves out of range easily.
Some wild striking there from al Hadj.
al Hadj digs a good hook to Nut's body.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
al Hadj throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
al Hadj scoring well with a low kick there.
Nut will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Nut misses with a looping left.
al Hadj lands a jab.
Nice body kick from al Hadj.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
al Hadj ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Nut moves away.
al Hadj connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
al Hadj throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Nut waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract al Hadj.
al Hadj connects with a leg kick. Nut looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as al Hadj checks a leg kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mohamed al Hadj dominated that round.
That's time! al Hadj's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.


al Hadj lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Nut circles away quickly and effectively.
al Hadj feints and then cracks Nut's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Nut down.
Nut pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
al Hadj swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Nut steps to the side to avoid the strikes from al Hadj.
al Hadj blocks a leg kick.
al Hadj blocks the body kick.
Nut misses with a wild combination.
Nut cracks al Hadj with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
al Hadj misses with a wild body shot.
al Hadj throws a leg kick
and Nut counters with a good, hard body kick but al Hadj shrugs it off.
al Hadj avoids the head kick by Nut.
al Hadj fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Nut is out of range.
An inside leg kick lands from al Hadj.

That's one minute gone in the round.
al Hadj throws a poor cross that misses
and Nut counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Nut.
Mohamed al Hadj is winning the standup battle so far.
al Hadj looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
al Hadj misses with a looping right.
al Hadj throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
al Hadj misses the shot to the body.
Nut uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from al Hadj.
al Hadj misses the shot to the body.
al Hadj misses with a head kick.
al Hadj looks to score with a jab to the body but Nut is just out of range.
A head kick by al Hadj misses
and Nut makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. al Hadj really felt that one!
al Hadj is looking to land body kicks.
A left and a right from al Hadj both land. Nice combination.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Nut tests al Hadj's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Nut throws a quick inside leg kick.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
The fighters circling - Nut throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by al Hadj.
A bone on bone clash there as al Hadj blocks the leg kick.
Nut blocks a jab.
Nut fails in his attempt to clinch.
Nut's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Nice body kick from al Hadj.
Nut misses with a straight right.
al Hadj swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Nut is looking to slow al Hadj down with leg kicks.
al Hadj comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
al Hadj misses with an uppercut.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Nut wants to clinch up but al Hadj keeps it at a distance.
Nut has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Nut there as he acknowledges the shot.
A big right from al Hadj misses.
Nut tries to land a front kick but al Hadj steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
al Hadj misses with a wild combination.
al Hadj misses with a hook. Nut ducked under it nicely.
A slow jab from Nut misses its intended target.
al Hadj throws a low kick but Nut avoids it.
A clash of legs there as Nut blocks the low kick.
Nut throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Nut tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
al Hadj connects with a good right hand that stumbles Nut. Nut circles away out of range and recomposes himself.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Nut throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
al Hadj scores with a nice right hand.
Nut keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Nut sizes up al Hadj with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
al Hadj digs a good hook to Nut's body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
al Hadj throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
al Hadj takes a swing at Nut's ribcage but misses.
al Hadj avoids the body shot from Nut.
Nut pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
al Hadj throws a leg kick that misses.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
A head kick misses from al Hadj.
al Hadj tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
al Hadj misses with a wild body shot.
Nut blocks a head kick by al Hadj.
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 Mohamed al Hadj will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!


Nut pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
al Hadj throws a head kick that misses.
Nut doesn't manage to clinch there - al Hadj circles away.
Nut lands with a kick to the ribs.
Nut fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches al Hadj on the side of the head.
al Hadj bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
al Hadj throws a front kick aimed at Nut's knee but Nut avoids it well.
Nut swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
al Hadj digs a good hook to Nut's body.
Nut keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
al Hadj fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
A slapping leg kick lands for Nut.
al Hadj looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Nut throws a leg kick but al Hadj sees it coming and moves out of range.

That's one minute gone in the round.
al Hadj lands a jab.
Nut walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. al Hadj checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
That kick from Nut tenderised al Hadj's leg. al Hadj is trying to keep his angry face on.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from al Hadj, right into the meat.
al Hadj checks a leg kick nicely.
al Hadj throws a combination that misses
enabling Nut to counter with a crisp jab.
Nut tries to land a front kick but al Hadj steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
al Hadj swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Nut throws a shot from downtown. al Hadj moves away and avoids it.
al Hadj misses with a hook.
Nut throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Nut throws a half hearted mid kick.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Nut is looking to clinch but al Hadj is avoiding it.
Nut misses with a kick to the body
and al Hadj counters with a big head kick but Nut shrugs it off.
A cross from al Hadj lands.
al Hadj keeps the fight on the outside.
Nut takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
al Hadj moves out of range as Nut throws a body kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
al Hadj lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
al Hadj walks into a jab.
al Hadj swings for the body but Nut moves out of range.
Nut throws a body punch but al Hadj moves out of range.
Nut throws a low kick but it's checked well by al Hadj.
Nut lands a head kick. al Hadj smiles back at him and beckons him forward.

It looks like Mohamed al Hadj has been cut.
al Hadj does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Nut stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from al Hadj.
al Hadj digs a good body shot into Nut's ribs.
Nut throws a head kick that misses
and al Hadj counters with a two punch combo.
al Hadj moves out of range of the body kick.
al Hadj waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Nut.
Nut moves out of range of the body kick from al Hadj.
Nut wants to clinch.
Nut misses with the body kick
and al Hadj counters with a nice body shot.
al Hadj cracks Nut with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
al Hadj scores with a nice body kick.
Nut's hands are dropping dangerously low here and al Hadj connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Nut scrambles back to his feet.
Nut throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Some wild striking there from Nut.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
al Hadj looks to score with a jab to the body but Nut is just out of range.
Nut looks to throw the jab but al Hadj is out of range.
Nut dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on al Hadj. That did some damage!
This has been an exciting period of action!
al Hadj falls off balance throwing a combination
enabling Nut to counter with a crisp jab.
al Hadj throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Nut bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Nut paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Sam Nut has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
al Hadj misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Nut.
al Hadj takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Nut tries to score with a low kick but al Hadj moves his leg out of the way.
Nut throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and al Hadj counters with a lovely straight right hand!

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Sam Nut.
Well al Hadj 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 Anni Minnemäki scores the fight 29:28
Judge Tarja Halkonen scores the fight 29:28
Judge Roosa Järviläinen scores the fight 29:29

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Mohamed al Hadj!

In his post fight interview, Mohamed al Hadj started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
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pop
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RATING
72%

 

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Lilly Lillan (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Damian Maya (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Maya has chosen Spitfire as his entrance music. Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.



175 cm
23
195 lbs
7 - 6 - 0
190 cm
30
203 lbs
11 - 9 - 0
Good wrestling
Brawler
Cardio machine
Good wrestler
Counter striker
Good gas tank


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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the middleweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 7 - 6 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Lilly Lillan!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 11 - 9 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Damian Maya!
The judges for this bout are Ben Zyskovitsi, Arvi Lind and Johanna Lukiainen.




The bell rings for round one and we are underway!

Lillan drives through with a takedown into guard.
Lillan working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Lillan preventing the sweep.
Lillan trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Lillan won't allow Maya to sweep him here.
Lillan scoring with punches to the head and body.
Maya looking to control.
Maya might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Lillan kaven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Lillan is fighting to break Maya's control of his arms but Maya is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Lillan might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Lillan scoring with punches to the head and body.
Maya trying to keep a closed guard but Lillan is proving a slippery customer.
Lillan throws a big elbow that misses.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lillan postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Lillan postures up and lands a big shot to Maya's brow.
Lillan won't allow Maya to sweep him here.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Maya is on top in guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lillan manages to land a sweep and now he's in mount on top!
Lillan landing punches.
Lillan working away from the top, dropping strikes.
Lillan misses with a head shot.
Maya slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Maya wants to improve his position but Lillan is controlling well.
Maya regains full guard. Nicely done.
Lillan trying to control the position from guard on top but Maya is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Maya has momentary wrist control but Lillan slips an elbow through the middle.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Lillan postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Maya working a defensive guard here.
Maya manages to land a sweep and now he's in mount on top!

Lillan defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Maya.
Lillan tries to hold on but Maya postures up.
Lillan can't escape the position.
Maya lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
Lillan is desperately trying to get back to half guard.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Lillan is trying to get to the cage to help him get back to his feet.
Lillan is desperately trying to improve his position but Maya has a good base and remains in mount.
Maya looking to finish with strikes here!
Lillan can't escape the position.
Maya trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Lillan takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.
Maya unloading with bombs!
Maya can't control as he wanted to and Lillan manages to get the fight back to his half guard.
Maya is keen to just control but Lillan is a slippery customer.
Lillan works his way to full guard. Good work.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lillan looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Maya showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Lillan wants to sweep but no luck.
Lillan is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move.
Lillan landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Maya slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Lillan distracts Maya with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Lillan has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Lillan with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Lillan trying to control the position from guard on top but Maya is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Lilly Lillan dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!


Lillan lands with a good body shot.
Lillan looks to score with a jab to the body but Maya is just out of range.
Lillan uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Maya.

Maya bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Lillan is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Maya off and has taken his back!
Lillan is punishing Maya with strikes - can he finish him?!
Lillan throwing wild punches that miss their target.
Lilly Lillan overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Maya is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Maya turns into Lillan and is now in his guard.
Lillan has his hands on Maya's head, controlling the position.
Lillan controls Maya momentarily but Maya frees himself.
Lillan lands a beautiful switch and he's in full mount! That could spell trouble for Maya!

That's one minute gone in the round.
Lillan scores with a couple of good head shots there.
Lillan in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.

Maya is rocked!
Lillan postures up and lands a whopping elbow - oh that's hurt Maya bigstyle! Two more strikes land for Lillan and the fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:41 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Lilly Lillan!
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FIGHT
RATING
100%

 

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Jin Kim (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Risto Korpisuo (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Korpisuo has chosen Eläkeläiset - Humpparaakki as his entrance music. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!



185 cm
30
220 lbs
15 - 18 - 1
183 cm
27
203 lbs
13 - 13 - 0
Abu Dhabi Champ
Excellent boxer
Cardio machine
Good wrestler
Excellent MT
Good gas tank


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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the light heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 15 - 18 - 1, fighting out of Helsinki, Jin Kim!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 13 - 13 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Risto Korpisuo!
The judges for this bout are Ben Zyskovitsi, Johanna Lukiainen and Marco Blurström.




The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Korpisuo will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Kim misses with a series of wild punches.
Korpisuo avoids the head kick by Kim.

Korpisuo gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Korpisuo tries a knee to the head but Kim blocks it.

Kim gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Korpisuo regains guard.
Kim wants to pass the guard but Korpisuo is keeping the position.

Kim drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Kim jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Kim in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Kim throws a strike but Korpisuo rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top.
Kim utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Korpisuo pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kim is keeping the position for now.
Korpisuo trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Korpisuo scoring with some ground and pound.
Korpisuo throws a strike but Kim rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top.
Korpisuo controlling the position.
Kim 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.
Korpisuo manages to land a sweep and now he's in mount on top!

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Kim wants to control but Korpisuo is having none of it.
Korpisuo trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Korpisuo thowing strikes but they're hitting the gloves, not doing any damage.
Kim tries to lock up and control but Korpisuo gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Korpisuo throwing sloppy strikes here. Perhaps if he tightened up his striking from such a dominant position, he'd be able to finish easier.
Kim holding onto his opponent's waist for dear life, as Korpisuo tries to land some strikes to get him to release his grip.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Korpisuo pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Korpisuo pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
Korpisuo trying to control but Kim is having none of it.

Korpisuo goes for an armbar but Kim turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Kim.

Kim is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Korpisuo is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Korpisuo has escaped and now he's on top!
Kim keeping moving, preventing Korpisuo from controlling successfully.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Korpisuo stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kim swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Korpisuo with a flurry of punches that miss.
Korpisuo stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kim swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Korpisuo is looking to advance position but Kim has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Kim looking to control but Korpisuo is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Risto Korpisuo dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!


Kim avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Korpisuo tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Korpisuo lands with a nice body punch.
Korpisuo scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Kim doesn't seem bothered though.
Kim tries to move into range but Korpisuo moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Korpisuo fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Kim.
Korpisuo tries to clinch up but Kim circles away and keeps his distance.
Korpisuo throws a head kick but Kim moves out of range.
Kim tries for a takedown but Korpisuo sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Korpisuo tries to clinch but fails miserably

and Kim counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
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!
Kim thows a huge punch but Korpisuo dodges it nicely.
Korpisuo is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Kim is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Korpisuo is pressing down on Kim's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Korpisuo pulls Kim in to control the position.
Kim trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Kim trying to control the position from guard on top but Korpisuo is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Risto Korpisuo has got the better of the ground game so far.
Korpisuo working a defensive guard here.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

Korpisuo manages to escape and get back to his feet.
Korpisuo lands a body shot.

Korpisuo darts in and clinches Kim up against the cage.
Kim tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jin Kim. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Korpisuo trying to land knees to the body.

Kim jumps guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kim seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.

Korpisuo stands over his opponent and dives in with a flying punch! Kim throws up his legs and catches Korpisuo in a triangle! Oh this looks tight! Korpisuo tries to escape but he's forced to tap! Wow, fantastic work there by Kim! That came out of nowhere!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Jin Kim!
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A | B
pop
A | B
mgr
A | B
FIGHT
RATING
41%

 

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a lightweight MMA rules bout between Paolo gold chin (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Jorma Kuyrpa (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Kuyrpa has chosen Armi & Danny - I Want To Love You Tender as his entrance music, which hasn't gone down very well with the crowd. These two fighters really are very evenly matched on the feet - it will be fascinating to see who can assert themselves in that aspect of the fight.



170 cm
25
165 lbs
15 - 7 - 0
173 cm
27
162 lbs
12 - 8 - 0
BJJ Purple Belt
Lethal high kicks
Insanely flexible
Powerful takedowns
Excellent boxer
Powerful


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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the lightweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 15 - 7 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Paolo gold chin!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 12 - 8 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Jorma Kuyrpa!
The judges for this bout are Arvi Lind, Roosa Järviläinen and Tarja Halkonen.




The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
gold chin tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
gold chin throws a half hearted mid kick.
gold chin connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
No joy there for Kuyrpa, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Kuyrpa swings widly with a right hand
and gold chin counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
gold chin connects with a right hand. Kuyrpa shakes it off.
gold chin fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
gold chin throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Kuyrpa misses with a looping left.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kuyrpa ducks under a wild hook from gold chin.
gold chin misses with a hook.
gold chin throws a right and a left that both miss.
Kuyrpa ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
gold chin throws a lazy right hand but Kuyrpa sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.

Kuyrpa shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.

That's one minute gone in the round.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Kuyrpa accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.

Kuyrpa is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Kuyrpa trying to control but gold chin is working from the bottom.
gold chin wants to stand up but Kuyrpa is controlling him.
Kuyrpa working some strikes from top position.
gold chin working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Kuyrpa.

gold chin uses the cage to get back to his feet.
gold chin paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Kuyrpa takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
gold chin throws a head kick that looked like it stung.

Kuyrpa is rocked!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A chopping leg kick lands by gold chin.
Kuyrpa looks up at the clock. Bad move! gold chin lands a right hand from hell, dropping Kuyrpa. gold chin pounces and finishes the fight with a flurry of punches and elbows.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Paolo gold chin!
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hype
A | B
pop
A | B
mgr
A | B
FIGHT
RATING
62%

 

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Cees Overeem (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Kalle Uzi (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Overeem comes to the cage accompanied by Drowning Pool - Bodies (Let The Bodies Hit The Floor) . Uzi has chosen Top dog feat. Chuck Norris as his entrance music. Buckle up people - heeeeeeeeeere we go!



195 cm
29
265 lbs
23 - 19 - 0
203 cm
32
278 lbs
15 - 5 - 0
BJJ Blue Belt
World class boxer
KO power
BJJ Purple Belt
World class MT
Heavy handed


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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 23 - 19 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Cees Overeem!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 15 - 5 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Kalle Uzi!
The judges for this bout are Matti Vanhoillinen, Johanna Lukiainen and Arvi Lind.




The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Overeem misses with a double jab
and Uzi counters with a body kick.

Overeem has taken the fight to the clinch.
Overeem with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Overeem throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Uzi blocks it with crossed arms.
Overeem landing knees to the head.

It looks like Kalle Uzi has been cut.
Overeem working hard to break the clinch.
Overeem connects with a knee to the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Overeem is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.

Uzi breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Overeem tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Uzi counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
A head kick misses from Uzi.
Overeem blocks the body kick.

Oooooh!!! Overeem has knocked Uzi down with a huge combo! Overeem steps away and waves a wobbly Uzi back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!

That's one minute gone in the round.
Uzi just misses with a punch to the body.
Uzi throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Uzi throws a sloppy head kick and Overeem moves out of range easily.
Overeem takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Overeem wants to clinch.
A solid leg kick lands there for Uzi.
The fight stays on the outside here - Overeem looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Overeem scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Overeem falls off balance throwing a combination
and Uzi counters with a nice low kick that buckles Overeem's knee momentarily.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Overeem!

That has opened up Kalle Uzi's cut even more.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.

Overeem rushes Uzi and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
A hook to the body from Overeem.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Overeem scores with a shoulder strike.

The cut above Kalle Uzi's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Overeem is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Uzi is defending well for now.
Uzi takes a knee right on the jaw!
Overeem tries to land knees in the clinch but Uzi avoids the damage to the body.
Uzi stalling the fight.
Overeem misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Uzi.
Overeem looking to throw knees to the head but Uzi is blocking nicely.
Overeem wants to break the clinch but can't.
Overeem with an attempt at a knee that misses.

Uzi manages to break the clinch.
Overeem is looking to clinch but Uzi is avoiding it.
Uzi circles away from the clinch attempt.
Uzi scores with a kick to the midsection.
Overeem fails in his attempt to clinch.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Overeem tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Uzi avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Uzi cracks Overeem with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Overeem throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.

Kalle Uzi's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.
Uzi lands with a kick to the temple. Overeem shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"

It looks like Cees Overeem has been cut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.

The fight moves into the clinch position.
Overeem trying to land knees to the body.
Uzi managing to block the knees to the body from Overeem.
Overeem avoiding damage.
Overeem lands a right hand that snaps the head of Uzi backwards.

Uzi breaks from the clinch.
Overeem takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Overeem fails with an attempt to clinch.
Uzi tries a head kick but it misses.
Uzi slips a straight right by Overeem.
Overeem fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Uzi on the side of the head.

The referee calls the doctor in to look at Kalle Uzi's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Cees Overeem!
Cees Overeem seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
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hype
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pop
A | B
mgr
A | B
FIGHT
RATING
86%

 

Co-main event

Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Tiger Mask (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Kazuki Yasuda (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Mask comes to the cage accompanied by Welcome to THE SHOW!. Well, I have no idea who's going to take this one!



170 cm
30
176 lbs
15 - 7 - 0
178 cm
26
180 lbs
13 - 3 - 0
Great wrestler
World class boxer
Cardio machine
Good wrestler
Excellent MT
Good gas tank


Reaper Combatwear


Brute


Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 5 rounds, in the welterweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 15 - 7 - 0, fighting out of Amsterdam, Tiger Mask!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 13 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Kazuki Yasuda!
The judges for this bout are Matti Vanhoillinen, Johanna Lukiainen and Marco Blurström.




The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Yasuda explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Yasuda throws the kick towards the body but Mask avoids it.
Kazuki Yasuda seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Yasuda fails with an attempt to clinch.
Yasuda throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Mask has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Yasuda.
Mask staying out of range there.
Mask drops his hands momentarily and Yasuda takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Mask looks to land a body kick but Yasuda moved away.
Yasuda attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Mask jabs Yasuda to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Mask jabs Yasuda right on the nose. Yasuda blinks but takes it well.
The crowd cheers as Mask lands an impressive looking overhand right. Yasuda doesn't seem phased though.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Mask, right into the meat.
Mask looks to land a left hand but Yasuda moved out of range nicely.
Mask avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Mask keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Mask closes the distance and clinches up with Yasuda, looking for a takedown. Mask pushes Yasuda against the cage but Yasuda circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Yasuda throws a right hand that misses
and Mask counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Yasuda misses with a kick to the body.
Kazuki Yasuda is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Mask thumps Yasuda with a low kick.
Yasuda misses with a left hand

and Mask counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Yasuda tries to get to full guard but Mask has control of the leg.
Mask is keen to just control but Yasuda is a slippery customer.
Yasuda is looking to improve his position.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

Mask looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Yasuda keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Yasuda is pressing down on Mask's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Yasuda 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.
Mask trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Yasuda is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Mask is controlling him.
Mask trying to control the position from guard on top but Yasuda is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Mask pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Yasuda is keeping the position for now.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Mask accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Mask trying to control but Yasuda is working from the bottom.

Tiger Mask has forced the referee to step in and bring the fight back to the feet.
Mask swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Yasuda is looking to score with low kicks.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Mask takes a swing at Yasuda's ribcage but misses.
Mask fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Yasuda manages to avoid it.
Mask blocks a head kick by Yasuda.
Yasuda looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Tiger Mask dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.


Mask changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Yasuda is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Yasuda misses with a wild body shot.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Mask - that will leave a mark!
Mask uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Yasuda.
Yasuda misses with a double jab
and Mask cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Mask scores with a spinning back kick!
A combination from Mask does no damage.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Mask lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Yasuda has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Yasuda and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
A looping hook to the body misses from Yasuda. Mask does a little dance to reset his feet.
Yasuda misses with a straight left.
Mask slips under a jab from Yasuda.
Mask circles away from the clinch attempt.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Mask works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Yasuda misses with an uppercut. Mask saw that one coming.
Yasuda looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Yasuda throws a body punch but Mask moves out of range.
Yasuda has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Mask.
Yasuda scores with a one two! Mask had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Yasuda misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Mask.
Nice body kick there by Mask.
Mask moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Mask throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Yasuda throws a sloppy head kick and Mask moves out of range easily.
Mask lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
A looping hook to the body misses from Yasuda. Mask does a little dance to reset his feet.
Yasuda misses with a head kick.
Mask connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Yasuda misses with a looping left.
Yasuda tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Yasuda doesn't manage to clinch there - Mask circles away.
Yasuda tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Mask was well out of range. Poor timing from Yasuda.
Yasuda tries to bum rush Mask with a series of wild strikes but Mask uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Mask slips under a jab.
Mask moves out of range of the strikes.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Yasuda lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Mask has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Mask and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Mask misses with a head kick.
Yasuda throws a hook but Mask avoids it easily.
Mask moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Yasuda attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Mask throws a low kick, looking for Yasuda's leg but Yasuda calmly moves out of range.

Yasuda darts in and clinches Mask up against the cage.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Yasuda misses with a knee to the head.
Yasuda has Mask pressed against the cage, preventing Mask from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Yasuda prevents a body shot from Mask.
Yasuda misses with a short punch on the inside.
Mask tries to circle away but Yasuda has him pinned against the cage.
Yasuda tries a knee to the head but Mask blocks it.

Mask pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Yasuda fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Mask has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Yasuda keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Mask lands a body shot.

Yasuda gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Mask to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Yasuda managing to control the position.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Mask trying to control the position from guard on top but Yasuda is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Yasuda holds on and takes a little breather.
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!
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Mask accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Tiger Mask dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.


Mask throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Yasuda keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Mask on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Yasuda jabs at Mask's body.
Yasuda takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Yasuda throws a right hand that misses

and Mask counters with a nice single leg takedown and he's in Yasuda's guard now.
Yasuda is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Mask postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Yasuda keeping moving, preventing Mask from controlling successfully.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Yasuda controlling the position.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Mask in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Mask won't allow Yasuda to sweep him here.

Kazuki Yasuda has forced the referee to step in and restart the fight on the feet.
Yasuda throws a leg kick but Mask checks it.
Mask ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Yasuda moves away.
Yasuda misses with an uppercut
and Mask counters with a left to the body.
Mask circles away from the clinch attempt.
Mask misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Mask throws a leg kick but Yasuda sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Yasuda swings for the body but Mask moves out of range.
Mask takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.

Mask scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Yasuda tries to roll over but Mask keeps him under control.
Nice strikes from Mask there.
Yasuda tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Mask has advanced to mount. Uh oh.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
BOOM! Mask connects with a massive shot to the dome!

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Yasuda tries to reverse the position but Mask maintains control.

Mask working for a guillotine from mount but Yasuda is in no mood to give up.
Yasuda is in all sorts of trouble here.
Mask looking to control but Yasuda is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Mask fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Mask thowing strikes but they're hitting the gloves, not doing any damage.
Mask looking to ground and pound but Yasuda is blocking nicely.
Mask working Yasuda over with strikes here.

It looks like Kazuki Yasuda has been cut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Yasuda tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Mask looking to ground and pound but Yasuda is blocking nicely.
Yasuda is trying desperately to improve position.
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.

Tiger Mask clearly takes that round.
The cut man is working on Kazuki Yasuda's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!


Mask tests Yasuda's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Mask dips down and scores with a jab to the body.

Mask shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Yasuda manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Mask passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Mask wants to control but Yasuda is keeping him busy.
Mask tries to move into full mount but can't pass Yasuda's legs.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Mask trying to control the action but Yasuda is working from the bottom.
Yasuda being controlled for a moment.
Yasuda tries to bench press Mask off him but Mask keeps the position.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Mask taking a break here but Yasuda is having none of it and regains half guard.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Yasuda works his way to full guard. Good work.
Mask wants to pass the guard but Yasuda is keeping the position.
Mask trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Yasuda manages to land a sweep and now he's on top!

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Mask controlling the position.
Mask 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.
Mask is working hard here to advance position.
Yasuda is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Tiger Mask overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Mask keeping moving, preventing Yasuda from controlling successfully.

The referee has ruled that neither fighter is active enough on the ground and has stood them back up.
Yasuda drops his hands momentarily and Mask takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Yasuda tries to clinch but Mask is having none of it.
Mask connects with a high kick.
Yasuda moves away from the strike by Mask.
Yasuda chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Mask can pounce on him.
Yasuda takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Nice shot by Yasuda.
That kick from Yasuda tenderised Mask's leg. Mask is trying to keep his angry face on.
Jab, jab by Yasuda - just one landing.
A telegraphed right hand from Yasuda misses the target.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Tiger Mask had his way with Kazuki Yasuda in that round.
The cut man is working on Kazuki Yasuda'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!


Yasuda misses with a hook.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Yasuda lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Mask has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Mask and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Yasuda ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Mask moves away.
Decent striking displayed by Yasuda there.
Yasuda throws a shot from downtown. Mask moves away and avoids it.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Mask is defended easily by Yasuda.
Yasuda moves into range and connects with a jab.
Mask throws a head kick that half lands.
Yasuda throws a nice outside leg kick.
Yasuda lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Yasuda fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Mask is out of range.
Mask misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Yasuda.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Yasuda misses with a wild body shot.
Tiger Mask is winning the standup battle so far.
Mask swings for the body but Yasuda moves out of range.
Yasuda throws a head kick that misses.
Yasuda misses with a two punch combination.
Yasuda darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Mask connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Yasuda moves to clinch but Mask breaks away
and Mask counters with a good low kick that Yasuda was not able to check.
A good leg kick by Mask.
Mask wants to land a leg kick but Yasuda is out of range.
Yasuda tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Yasuda is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
Mask scores with a hook to the body. Yasuda takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
A big right from Yasuda misses.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Yasuda throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Mask sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Mask throws a head kick that misses.
Yasuda looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Yasuda throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Mask checks a leg kick nicely.
Yasuda loads up on a big right hand but Mask slips the punch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Mask lands a nice looking body kick.
Yasuda misses with a wild combination.
Kazuki Yasuda has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Mask checks a low kick from Yasuda.
Mask lands a jab.
Mask blocks a low kick nicely.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Yasuda throws a leg kick but Mask sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Yasuda scores with a nice right hand.
Tiger Mask is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Yasuda throws a left and a right that both miss
enabling Mask to counter with a crisp jab.
Mask looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.

Mask throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Yasuda tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Mask is in Yasuda's guard.
Mask trying to control the position from guard on top but Yasuda is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Mask wants to pass the guard but Yasuda is keeping the position.
Yasuda can't keep his opponent in guard - Mask advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Mask lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Mask is looking to take a break and control but Yasuda is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Mask wants to pass to mount but Yasuda is defending the position.

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 Tiger Mask.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Mask, 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 Matti Vanhoillinen scores the fight 50:45
Judge Johanna Lukiainen scores the fight 50:45
Judge Marco Blurström scores the fight 50:45

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Tiger Mask!

A relieved looking Tiger Mask thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
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pop
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RATING
90%

 

Main event

Coming up we have a featherweight MMA rules bout between Davor Velcic (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Tommy McCall (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). McCall comes into a darkened arena with his song building. Biffy Clyro - Living Is A Problem Because Everything Dies kicks in, the lights come on and the crowd goes wild! What a showman! Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!



168 cm
27
154 lbs
14 - 6 - 0
161 cm
29
154 lbs
18 - 4 - 0
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 5 rounds, for the featherweight championship of the world!
Introducing the champion to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 14 - 6 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Davor Velcic!
And introducing the challenger to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 18 - 4 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Tommy McCall!
The judges for this bout are Matti Vanhoillinen, Ben Zyskovitsi and Roosa Järviläinen.




The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Velcic is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
McCall on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Velcic tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but McCall was well out of range. Poor timing from Velcic.
McCall lands with an overhand left.
A shot to the liver by McCall. Beautiful body shot.
Velcic misses with a hook. McCall ducked under it nicely.
Both fighters circling a little - McCall finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
McCall misses with an uppercut.
McCall looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Velcic feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits McCalls jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
McCall swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Velcic cracks McCall with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Velcic throws a nice looking combination but McCall bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
This has been an exciting period of action!
McCall throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
McCall lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
McCall jabs Velcic right on the nose. Velcic blinks but takes it well.
Velcic throws a big shot that misses.
McCall lands with a shot to the body.
McCall looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
McCall throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Velcic.

That's one minute gone in the round.
McCall throws a head kick that half lands.
Velcic throws the left hand but McCall avoids the punch easily.
McCall lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Velcic misses with the combination.
An inside leg kick lands from McCall.
Velcic lands a jab.
Velcic throws a low kick but McCall moves out of range easily.
Velcic defending well as McCall loads up on a big left hand.
Velcic tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but McCall was well out of range. Poor timing from Velcic.
Velcic finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
McCall throws a quick inside leg kick.
McCall throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Velcic!
Velcic fails with a takedown attempt.
Velcic tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but McCall was well out of range. Poor timing from Velcic.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
McCall misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Velcic.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Velcic swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Velcic takes a jab right on the kisser.
Velcic throws an uppercut from half a mile away. McCall sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Velcic scores with a crisp jab that stopped McCall in his tracks.
McCall lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
An inside leg kick lands from Velcic.
Velcic throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
McCall throws a shot to the body.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from McCall.
Velcic comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Velcic fakes high and swings low for a body shot but McCall manages to avoid it.
Tommy McCall is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Nice takedown defense from McCall. No joy for Velcic on that attempt.
Velcic takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Velcic lands a straight punch to the body, keeping McCall at a distance.
A punch combination from Velcic misses.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
McCall pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Velcic uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from McCall.
Velcic misses with a wild combination.
McCall uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Velcic.
McCall slips a straight right by Velcic.
McCall throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
McCall avoids a punch combination nicely.
McCall scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
McCall throws a shot from downtown. Velcic moves away and avoids it.
McCall misses with an uppercut. Velcic saw that one coming.
Nice cross by McCall.
McCall throws a big shot that misses.
Velcic avoids the body shot from McCall.
A looping hook to the body misses from McCall. Velcic does a little dance to reset his feet.
McCall scores with a nice strike.
Velcic is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Velcic scores with a nice strike.
Velcic misses with a straight left.
McCall throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Velcic misses with a straight right.
Velcic thows a body shot but no joy.
McCall scores with the left hand. Velcic knows he should have avoided that one.
McCall throws a lazy right hand but Velcic sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
McCall throws a body punch but Velcic moves out of range.
Velcic takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Velcic looks to land a left hand but McCall moved out of range nicely.
McCall misses with a two punch combination.
McCall displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Velcic throws out the jab.
Jab by Velcic.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
McCall keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Velcic is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Velcic on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Jab by Velcic.
McCall staying out of range there.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Tommy McCall will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!


McCall throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
McCall thows a left - swing and a miss!
McCall throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
McCall throws a big shot that misses.
McCall motions for Velcic to come forward. McCall throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Velcic misses with a low kick.
Velcic throws a body punch but McCall moves out of range.
Velcic moves out of range of the body kick.
Velcic bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Velcic swings for the body but McCall moves out of range.
Velcic swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Velcic checks a low kick from McCall.
Velcic lunges at McCall with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by McCall's hand.
McCall throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Velcic on the side of the head.
Velcic is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by McCall.
Velcic throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Velcic closes the distance and clinches up with McCall, looking for a takedown. Velcic pushes McCall against the cage but McCall circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
McCall moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Velcic has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from McCall.
Velcic checks a leg kick.
McCall moves out of range of the strikes.
McCall throws a hook but Velcic blocks it.
Velcic ducks under a wild hook from McCall.
Velcic is looking to slow McCall down with leg kicks.
McCall moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
McCall tries to move into range but Velcic moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Velcic tries to check the leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
McCall scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Velcic throws a shot to the body.
Velcic checks the leg kick.
Velcic misses with a straight left.
Velcic lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
McCall moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Velcic tries to check the leg kick but that clearly hurt him.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Velcic shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as McCall sprawls well. McCall wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Velcic gets slowly back to his feet.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nice straight punches there by McCall. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of McCall.
Velcic misses with a takedown
and McCall counters with a nice uppercut.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Davor Velcic. That's going to take a lot out of him.
McCall throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
McCall throws a head kick that Velcic semi-blocks.
Velcic looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
A big left from McCall misses.
A looping hook to the body misses from Velcic. McCall does a little dance to reset his feet.
Velcic gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Velcic takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
McCall throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Velcic uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by McCall.
McCall misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Velcic.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Good work by Velcic as he checks the leg kick.
Velcic throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
McCall scores with a head kick. Velcic tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Velcic looks to land a right hand but McCall moved out of range.
Velcic turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
A big left from McCall misses.
Velcic displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
McCall lunges at Velcic with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Velcic's hand.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from McCall, right into the meat.
Velcic misses with a few strikes there.
McCall throws a leg kick
and Velcic counters with a slapping leg kick.
Velcic fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt McCall.
Velcic throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Velcic fails with a takedown attempt.
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 left from McCall misses.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
McCall throws a leg kick that misses.
McCall misses with a head kick.
McCall throws out a loose jab but Velcic uses good head movement to avoid it.
McCall lands a leg kick that knocks Velcic off balance momentarily.
Jab from Velcic.
Velcic stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from McCall.
Velcic misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
A big right from Velcic misses.
Velcic throws a low kick but McCall moves out of range easily.
Nice cross by McCall.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Velcic throws a leg kick
and McCall counters with a thumping low kick.
Velcic lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Velcic throws a hook but McCall avoids it easily.
Velcic avoids the head kick by McCall.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Tommy McCall showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action!


Velcic will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
McCall cracks Velcic with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Velcic misses with a shot to the body
and McCall counters with a leg kick.
Velcic with a nice cross.
McCall lands a jab to Velcic's midsection.
Velcic takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
McCall keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
McCall connects with a leg kick. Velcic looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Velcic throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Tommy McCall seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Nice cross by Velcic.
Velcic moves out of range of the body kick from McCall.
McCall looking to land some kicks to the body here.
McCall scores with a spinning back kick!
Velcic uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from McCall.
That kick from McCall tenderised Velcic's leg. Velcic is trying to keep his angry face on.
McCall moves out of range as Velcic strikes.
McCall throws a hard body shot but it just misses.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Velcic walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
McCall throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
McCall ducks under a wild hook from Velcic.
Velcic pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Velcic misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
McCall tries a low kick but Velcic avoids it.
McCall misses with a head kick.
McCall throws a looping overhand right but Velcic ducks down to avoid it.
Velcic slips under a jab from McCall.
Velcic lands with a right hand.
McCall misses with a hook
and Velcic counters with a stiff right hand.
Velcic fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Velcic throws a combination but it was largely blocked by McCall.
Velcic throws a right and a left that both miss.
Velcic is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Velcic clobbers McCall with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
McCall missing with a left hand there. Velcic was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Velcic throws a leg kick that misses.
Velcic moves out of range as McCall strikes.
Velcic just misses with a punch to the body.
Velcic takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Velcic wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
McCall throws a leg kick
and Velcic counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
McCall misses with a body kick.
McCall cracks Velcic with an open hand slap.
McCall jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Velcic connects with a jab.
McCall throws out a loose jab but Velcic uses good head movement to avoid it.
McCall punishes Velcic's body with a nice straight punch.
Velcic misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from McCall.
McCall throws a hook to the side of Velcic's head but Velcic sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
McCall thows a left - swing and a miss!

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Velcic throws a push kick but McCall slaps the foot to one side.
McCall throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
McCall throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Velcic bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
McCall's jab looks to have found its range, popping Velcic under the eye.
A swing and a miss from Velcic.
Velcic scores with a hook.
Velcic shoots in looking for a takedown but McCall manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Velcic's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
McCall throws the kick towards the body but Velcic avoids it.
McCall throws a front kick that sends Velcic stumbling back into the cage.
Some wild striking there from Velcic.
McCall swings and misses with a hook to the body.
McCall scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Velcic thows a leg kick but McCall checks it
and McCall counters with a slapping leg kick.
McCall throws out a leg kick but Velcic moves out of range and McCall only half commits.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
McCall lands a leg kick that knocks Velcic off balance momentarily.
McCall lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Velcic is defended easily by McCall.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
McCall wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Velcic misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Velcic misses the jab.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
McCall swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Velcic swings away with a leg kick that misses.
McCall misses with a hook.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Velcic displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as McCall throws out the jab.
McCall looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
McCall scores with a body shot.
Some bone on bone action there as McCall checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Tommy McCall really dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.


Velcic has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from McCall.
Velcic looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Velcic throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
McCall lunges at Velcic with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Velcic's hand.
McCall throws a hook but Velcic avoids it easily.
Velcic fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt McCall.
McCall dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Velcic ducks under a wild hook from McCall.
Velcic lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Velcic takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
McCall tries a head kick but it misses.
McCall ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Velcic moves away.
Velcic lands with a straight right. McCall didn't see that one coming.
Velcic lands a two punch combo.
Velcic stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from McCall.
Velcic tries to check the leg kick but that clearly hurt him.

That's one minute gone in the round.
McCall checks a leg kick nicely.
McCall misses with a looping right.
That kick from McCall tenderised Velcic's leg. Velcic is trying to keep his angry face on.
Velcic throws a sloppy head kick and McCall moves out of range easily.
Velcic misses with a hook.
Velcic sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Velcic takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Nice defenses there by McCall.
Velcic takes a swing at McCall's ribcage but misses.
Velcic displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as McCall throws out the jab.
Velcic on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by McCall. McCall obviously looking to wear him down.
McCall lets loose with a powerful body kick. Velcic will feel that in the morning.
Nice body punch from McCall.
McCall throws the left hand but Velcic avoids the punch easily.
McCall steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Velcic.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Nice defenses there by Velcic.
McCall steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Velcic.
Velcic takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Velcic tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but McCall swivels and escapes.
Velcic throws a looping overhand right but McCall ducks down to avoid it.
McCall thows a left - swing and a miss!
McCall misses with the body kick
and Velcic counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Velcic takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
McCall takes one on the chin but seems OK.
A telegraphed right hand from McCall misses the target.
Velcic will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Velcic takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
This is turning into a torrid day at the office for Velcic. He's trying desperately to land a takedown but he's failing miserably and getting slapped silly on the feet to compound his misery.
McCall lands with an overhand left.
McCall throws a shot from downtown. Velcic moves away and avoids it.
McCall staying out of range there.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Velcic lands with a thumping leg kick.
McCall throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Velcic shoots for a takedown but McCall saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over.
McCall plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Velcic misses with an uppercut.
Velcic with a hook.
McCall connects with a looping right hand.
Velcic fails with a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Davor Velcic. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Velcic connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
A looping hook to the body misses from McCall. Velcic does a little dance to reset his feet.
McCall has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
A slapping leg kick lands for McCall.
Velcic ducks down and throws a hook to the body but McCall moves away.
Velcic swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Velcic works McCall's body with a nice hook.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
McCall throws out a loose jab but Velcic uses good head movement to avoid it.
McCall misses with a hook. Velcic ducked under it nicely.

Velcic scores a takedown into full mount!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
Velcic looking to finish with strikes here!
McCall wants to hold on but Velcic pushes him away.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Velcic working away from the top, dropping strikes.
Velcic tries to control but McCall wriggling away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close fourth round but Tommy McCall will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!


Velcic cracks a nice hook into McCall's ribs.
Velcic thows a leg kick but McCall checks it
and Velcic takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
McCall tries a head kick but it misses.
Velcic tests McCall's chin there with a solid looking shot.
McCall jabs at Velcic's body.
McCall tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Velcic punishes McCall's body with a nice straight punch.
Velcic throws a good cross that connects.
McCall misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Velcic.
Velcic misses with the combination.
Velcic is looking to score with low kicks.
Velcic throws a looping overhand right but McCall ducks down to avoid it.
McCall blocks a leg kick.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Nice cross by McCall.
McCall uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
McCall jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Velcic tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and McCall is able to avoid easily.
Velcic fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but McCall avoids it really well and circles away.
Velcic changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. McCall tries to avoid it but Velcic manages to keep hold of a leg and drag McCall to the ground. McCall escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Both of our modern day gladiators look out of it here - an gruelling 5 rounds of action taking it's toll on them, no doubt.
Decent striking displayed by McCall there.
McCall scores with a crisp jab that stopped Velcic in his tracks.
Velcic misses with an attempted mid kick.
Velcic fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Davor Velcic. That's going to take a lot out of him.
McCall jabs Velcic to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Velcic will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
McCall with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Velcic to score with a decent uppercut.
McCall plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!

That's two minutes gone in the round.
McCall is looking to slow Velcic down with leg kicks.
McCall is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
That kick from McCall tenderised Velcic's leg. Velcic is trying to keep his angry face on.
Velcic throws a low kick but it's checked well by McCall.
McCall tries to land a front kick but Velcic steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
A chopping leg kick lands by McCall.
Velcic tries to work over McCall's front leg with a kick but McCall checks it.
Velcic on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by McCall. McCall obviously looking to wear him down.
Velcic takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Velcic looks to land a combination but McCall avoids it well.
Velcic moves out of range as McCall strikes.
Velcic avoids a punch combination nicely.
Velcic keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
McCall moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
McCall buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Velcic blocks a head kick by McCall.
An inside leg kick lands from McCall.
Velcic throws a shot from downtown. McCall moves away and avoids it.
Velcic throws an overhand right that lands on McCall's shoulder, as McCall tries to avoid the shot.
Velcic walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
McCall shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Velcic fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Velcic looks to throw the jab but McCall is out of range.
Velcic uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before McCall has time to react.
McCall lands with a shot to the body.
McCall misses with a straight right.
Velcic throws a half hearted mid kick.
McCall lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Velcic at a distance.
McCall keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Velcic.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Velcic takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
McCall scores with a jab. Velcic acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Velcic 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.
Velcic swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
This has been an exciting period of action!
McCall dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Velcic misses with a leg kick.
Velcic shoots in for a takedown but McCall shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
McCall chopping away at his opponent's legs.
McCall scores with a head kick.
McCall drops his hands momentarily and Velcic takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Velcic throws a hook to the side of McCall's head but McCall sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Velcic tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but McCall was well out of range. Poor timing from Velcic.
A solid leg kick lands there for McCall.
Davor Velcic has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
McCall connects with a nice looking jab.
A punch lands to the side of Velcic 's head but he takes it in his stride.

And that's the end of the fight!
Tommy McCall comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got McCall winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Matti Vanhoillinen scores the fight 45:50
Judge Ben Zyskovitsi scores the fight 45:50
Judge Roosa Järviläinen scores the fight 46:49

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Tommy McCall!

Tommy McCall is the new featherweight champion!
An out of breath Tommy McCall thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
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