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SUPERFIGHTS RIO ±37± PBP Commentary |
Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a super heavyweight MMA rules bout between Kendrick Perkins (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Dustin Driggers (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Dustin Driggers has the better chin. Will he look to stand and bang today?
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280 lbs
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270 lbs
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BJJ Blue Belt
Excellent boxer
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the super heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
1 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Kendrick Perkins!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
1 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Dustin Driggers!
The judges for this bout are Luis Engracia, Mauricio Rocha and Paulo Santos.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
A punch combination from Driggers misses.
Perkins ducks under a wild hook from Driggers.
Perkins wants to clinch up but Driggers keeps it at a distance.
Perkins moves in looking to clinch but Driggers pushes him off.
Perkins doesn't manage to clinch there - Driggers circles away.
The fight stays on the outside here - Perkins looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Perkins misses with a double jab
and Driggers connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
It looks like Kendrick Perkins has been cut.
Driggers drops Perkins with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Perkins looks back up at him and smiles so Driggers waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed.
Perkins wants to clinch
and Driggers counters with a big left hand that crumples Perkins! He was out before he hit the floor! Brutal knockout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Dustin Driggers!
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Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Brunson Mastiff (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Mussum Cacildis (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Both fighter's entrance songs getting the crowd jumping here.
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265 lbs
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BJJ Blue Belt
Solid boxing
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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
5 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Brunson Mastiff!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
2 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Mussum Cacildis!
The judges for this bout are Paulo Santos, Edson Gomes and Emerson Jorge.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Mastiff takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
It looks like Brunson Mastiff has been cut.
Mastiff fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Cacildis sprawls well initially but Mastiff persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Mastiff not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Mastiff thows a huge punch but Cacildis dodges it nicely.
Mastiff not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Mastiff wants to free his trapped foot but Cacildis is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Mastiff not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Cacildis avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Mastiff.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Mastiff missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Cacildis blocking the ground and pound attempt from Mastiff.
The referee has ruled that neither fighter is active enough on the ground and has stood them back up.
Cacildis throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Mastiff sees it coming and avoids it easily.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Mastiff fails to land with a series of punches.
Mastiff looks to land a left hand but Cacildis moved out of range nicely.
Cacildis throws a hook but Mastiff blocks it.
Cacildis sends Mastiff crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Cacildis is motioning to the referee to let Mastiff up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!
Mastiff is rocked!
Mastiff connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Cacildis looks to throw the jab but Mastiff is out of range.
Mastiff misses with a jab, cross combination.
A looping hook to the body misses from Mastiff. Cacildis does a little dance to reset his feet.
Mastiff shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Cacildis as he jumps to the side.
Mastiff lands a jab to the head.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Mastiff slips a jab and a cross from Cacildis.
Brunson Mastiff seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Cacildis moves out of range as Mastiff strikes.
Mastiff throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Donk. Cacildis catches Mastiff right on the button with a cross.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Cacildis pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Cacildis looks to land a combination but Mastiff avoids it well.
Mussum Cacildis is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Are you kidding me?! Cacildis ducked down and unloaded an uppercut from hell that sent Mastiff clean off his feet! Someone make me a GIF - that's knockout of the night for sure!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:48 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Mussum Cacildis!
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Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a super heavyweight MMA rules bout between Sven Fuhrmann (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Peter Mueller (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Fingers crossed for an exciting fight - I'm sure both fighters are looking for a nice under the table bonus!
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300 lbs
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300 lbs
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Basic striking
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the super heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
3 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Sven Fuhrmann!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
2 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Peter Mueller!
The judges for this bout are Edson Gomes, Felipe Paraventi and Thiago Cunha.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Mueller misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Mueller scoring well with a low kick there.
A good leg kick by Mueller.
Fuhrmann shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Mueller's guard.
Mueller can't keep his opponent in guard - Fuhrmann advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Fuhrmann is looking for a kimura but Mueller is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Fuhrmann to get the leverage.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Mueller tries to get to full guard but Fuhrmann has control of the leg.
Fuhrmann trying to pass the guard but Mueller defending well.
Fuhrmann thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Mueller holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Mueller trying to control but Fuhrmann postures up.
Fuhrmann seems to be working for a kimura but Mueller defends the submission attempt.
Fuhrmann is breathing heavily.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Fuhrmann is looking to take a break and control but Mueller is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Fuhrmann could do with loosing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
Well, the referee has seen enough. Neither fighter is active enough on the ground so he's stood them back up.
Fuhrmann dives in and grabs Mueller's left leg, looking for a takedown. Mueller pushes down on Fuhrmann's head and hops out.
Mueller lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Good leg kick by Mueller there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Fuhrmann stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Mueller.
Mueller looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Peter Mueller is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Mueller throws a head kick that half lands.
It looks like Sven Fuhrmann has been cut.
Mueller is looking to slow Fuhrmann down with leg kicks.
Mueller throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Mueller scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Mueller scores with a nice body kick.
Mueller throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Fuhrmann.
Mueller looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Fuhrmann is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Mueller lands a head kick!
A solid leg kick lands there for Mueller.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Fuhrmann stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Mueller.
Mueller feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Fuhrmann's calf.
Mueller throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Fuhrmann takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
A nice inside leg kick there by Mueller. That's going to slow Fuhrmann down.
Mueller looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Fuhrmann takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Fuhrmann tries to check the leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Fuhrmann takes a kick to the side of the head.
Ohhhhhhhhhh, brutal head kick from Mueller! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Peter Mueller!
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Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a super heavyweight MMA rules bout between Edgard Britto (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Gus The Bus (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Gus The Bus will no doubt be looking to use his reach advantage to good effect.
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300 lbs
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300 lbs
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Counter striker
Good chin |
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the super heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
2 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Edgard Britto!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
1 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Gus The Bus!
The judges for this bout are Paulo Santos, Edson Gomes and Seu Braga.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
The Bus ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Britto moves away.
A big right from The Bus misses.
Britto moves out of range of the strikes.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
The Bus stuffs the takedown attempt from Britto. Britto gets slowly back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The Bus looks to land a left hand but Britto moved out of range nicely.
That's one minute gone in the round.
The Bus throws a looping overhand right but Britto ducks down to avoid it.
Britto uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from The Bus.
Britto throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around The Bus's waist but The Bus gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Britto off to one side.
Britto shoots in for a takedown but The Bus shows good takedown defense.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Edgard Britto. That's going to take a lot out of him.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Britto moves out of range of the strikes.
The Bus throws a hook but Britto avoids it easily.
Nice defenses there by Britto.
Britto shoots in for a takedown but The Bus shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Britto slips a straight right by The Bus.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Britto throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around The Bus's waist but The Bus gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Britto off to one side.
The Bus swings for the body but Britto moves out of range.
The Bus misses with a looping right.
Britto slips under a jab from The Bus.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Britto fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Nice body punch from The Bus.
Gus The Bus is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
The Bus keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
The Bus with a hook.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Gus The Bus dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
The Bus lands a jab to Britto's midsection.
The Bus lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
The Bus changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
The Bus lands a slapping body shot.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
The Bus scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
It looks like Edgard Britto has been cut.
That's one minute gone in the round.
The Bus sends Britto crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! The Bus is motioning to the referee to let Britto up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!
The Bus cracks Britto with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. The Bus has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Britto to stand back up!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A swing and a miss from The Bus.
Britto ducks right into an uppercut from The Bus.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
The Bus pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
The Bus misses with a wild body shot.
Britto takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
The Bus fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Britto tries to clinch but The Bus moves out of range.
This is turning into a torrid day at the office for Britto. He's trying desperately to land a takedown but he's failing miserably and getting slapped silly on the feet to compound his misery.
The Bus tests Britto's chin there with a solid looking shot.
The Bus scores with a nice right hand.
Britto takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Britto shoots in but no luck this time.
A looping hook to the body misses from The Bus. Britto does a little dance to reset his feet.
Britto on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Gus The Bus seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Britto fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Gus The Bus showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Edgard Britto'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!
Britto dives in and grabs The Bus's left leg, looking for a takedown. The Bus pushes down on Britto's head and hops out.
Britto uses good head movement to avoid the hook from The Bus.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice takedown defense from The Bus. No joy for Britto on that attempt.
The Bus thuds a left hand into Britto's body.
That's one minute gone in the round.
The Bus misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Britto.
Britto dives in and grabs The Bus's left leg, looking for a takedown. The Bus pushes down on Britto's head and hops out.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Edgard Britto. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Britto ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Britto fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Britto takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Gus The Bus seems to be getting the better of the standup.
The Bus fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Britto on the side of the head.
The Bus has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
The Bus connects with a nice looking jab.
The Bus lands with a nice body punch.
Edgard Britto has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Britto needs to keep his hands up - The Bus had a free shot at his head there.
The Bus lands a big uppercut and Britto crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Britto looks OK. The Bus waves Britto back to his feet!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
The Bus lands a big right hand that sends Britto crashing to the mat! The Bus stays standing though and waves Britto back to his feet!
Edgard Britto's cut is getting worse.
The Bus ducks down into range and throws a picture perfect right hook that connects with Britto's jaw. Britto's eyes stare off into space as he falls to the mat, out cold! The Bus does the decent thing and steps back, rather than landing any shots to his unconscious opponent.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:50 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Gus The Bus!
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Coming up we have a super heavyweight MMA rules bout between Five Points (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Bruno Paiva (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Five Points could well score a knockout today. He has the power to get to Bruno Paiva's chin.
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280 lbs
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the super heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
3 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Five Points!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
3 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Bruno Paiva!
The judges for this bout are Luis Engracia, Thiago Cunha and Leandro Rodrigues.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Points throws out a loose jab but Paiva uses good head movement to avoid it.
Points throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Paiva looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Paiva keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Points scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Paiva on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
A punch combination from Points misses.
Points throws a right and a left that Paiva avoids nicely.
Points wants to clinch up but Paiva keeps it at a distance.
Paiva closes this distance looking for a takedown but Points circles away.
Paiva keeps the fight on the outside.
A jab from Points does it's job there.
Some bone on bone action there as Paiva checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Points scores with a hook to the body. Paiva takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
A solid leg kick lands there for Points.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Paiva takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Paiva looks gassed!
Points dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Paiva crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Points - the referee stops the clock and Paiva gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Points. Paiva manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Points fails with an attempt to clinch.
Five Points seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Points dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Points is looking to wear down Paiva with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Points bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Points connects with a crisp jab.
Paiva on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Points. Points obviously looking to wear him down.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Points looks to score with a jab to the body but Paiva is just out of range.
Points wants to clinch.
Paiva looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Points is fending him off so far but Paiva persists. Nope, Points circles away and we're back to standing.
Points connects with a crisp jab.
Five Points is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Points comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Points scoring well with a low kick there.
Points lands a jab-cross combination.
Points throws a head kick that Paiva semi-blocks.
Points scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Points looks to land a combination but Paiva avoids it well.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Points drives through and clinches with Paiva against the cage.
The referee is keeping an eye on Points - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Points breaks from the clinch.
Points fails with an attempt to clinch.
Points lands a slapping body shot.
Points lands a nice leg kick that just misses Paiva's sensitive parts.
Points tries to close the distance and clinch up but Paiva swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Paiva chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Points can pounce on him.
Points lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Points throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Points throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Paiva takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Paiva misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Points rushes Paiva and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Points softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Paiva jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Points walks away with a smile on his face. Paiva gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Five Points has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bruno Paiva.
Points wants to clinch up but Paiva keeps it at a distance.
Points slaps away a takedown attempt from Paiva, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Nice shot by Points.
Paiva takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Paiva swats away the attempt to clinch by Points.
Points throws a shot to the body.
Points tries to clinch but Paiva moves out of range.
Paiva tries to check the leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Paiva steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Points. That one must have hurt.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Points tries to clinch but Paiva is having none of it.
Points is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Paiva shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Points but Points pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Points is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Points fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Paiva circles away from the clinch attempt.
Paiva falls off balance throwing a combination
and Points counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Points scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
A thudding body kick lands there by Points!
Paiva takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Points buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Paiva takes one on the button.
Points lands a two punch combo.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Points chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Points throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Points closes the distance and clinches.
Points breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Five Points dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
Paiva shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Points as he jumps to the side.
Paiva on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Points really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Points scoring well with a low kick there.
Paiva's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Points.
Points will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Points chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Paiva shoots in for a takedown but Points shows good takedown defense.
A combination from Points does no damage.
Points displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Paiva.
Five Points has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bruno Paiva.
Points throws a quick inside leg kick.
Points scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Points chopping away at his opponent's legs.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Points thows a body shot but no joy.
A head kick from Points lands but Paiva takes it in his stride.
Points tries to close the distance and clinch but Paiva swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Five Points is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Paiva takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Points swinging wildly here.
Points throws a leg kick which misses Paiva's front leg but catches the back leg as Paiva tries to avoid it.
Points lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Points with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Paiva takes one on the button.
Points tries to clinch up.
Paiva on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Points lets loose with a powerful body kick. Paiva will feel that in the morning.
Paiva takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Points connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Paiva's hands.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Points.
Points looks to land a combination. Paiva sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Points misses with a series of wild punches.
Paiva on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Points. Points obviously looking to wear him down.
Points tries to clinch up but Paiva circles away and keeps his distance.
Points tries to clinch there but Paiva circles away.
Points moves into range and clinches up with Paiva.
Points throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Points obliges.
Points pushes Paiva back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Points breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Paiva shoots in for a double leg but Points sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Points wants to clinch up but Paiva keeps it at a distance.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Points lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Points misses with a wild body shot.
Points swats away the attempt to clinch by Paiva.
Nice takedown defense from Points. No joy for Paiva on that attempt.
Points lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Points moves into range and connects with a jab.
Paiva dodges the punch combination from Points.
Paiva circles away from the clinch attempt.
Points ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Paiva moves away.
Paiva darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Points tries to get to full guard but Paiva has control of the leg.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Paiva is working for a submission of some sort.
Points is defending against the submission attempts here by Paiva.
Points flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Points tries to roll over but Paiva keeps him under control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Five Points dominated that second round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
Points throws a series of punches but Paiva moves out of range.
Points thumps Paiva with a low kick.
Points fails to land with a series of punches.
Paiva takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Points misses with a few strikes there.
Paiva shoots and misses
and Points counters with a one-two to the body.
Points moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Points tries to close the distance and clinch up but Paiva swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Points throws a quick inside leg kick.
Paiva keeps the fight on the outside.
A nice inside leg kick there by Points. That's going to slow Paiva down.
Points misses with a few strikes there.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Points tries to clinch up but Paiva circles away and keeps his distance.
Paiva misses with a two punch combination.
Five Points is winning the standup battle so far.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Points catches Paiva with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Points scores with a leg kick.
A slapping leg kick lands for Points.
Nice body kick from Points.
Paiva takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Paiva takes a kick to the side of the head.
Points ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Points wants to clinch up but Paiva keeps it at a distance.
Points lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Paiva backs up against the cage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Paiva shoots in and drives through. Points sprawls well.
Points misses with a double jab
so Paiva counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Paiva wants to pass the guard but Points is keeping the position.
Points is trying to control the position but Paiva postures up.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Points is pulling down on Paiva's head. It's preventing any offense from Paiva, at least for the moment.
Paiva thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Points is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Points is trying to control the position but Paiva postures up.
Paiva 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.
Paiva slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Paiva is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Points is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Paiva working away.
Points isn't going anywhere.
Paiva thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
You can see the frustration on Points's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Points is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Paiva can do to turn this around?
Points prevents Paiva from improving position.
Five Points is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Paiva wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Points, who protects the arm well.
Both fighters really going for it on the ground here!
Points can't do much from the bottom here.
Paiva is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Points knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Points tries to improve position but can't.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Paiva is trying to get an arm triangle but Points is defending well.
Bruno Paiva has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Points holds on to Paiva's head and controls the position momentarily.
And that's the end of the fight!
Five Points showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Points, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Luis Engracia scores the fight 30:26
Judge Thiago Cunha scores the fight 30:26
Judge Leandro Rodrigues scores the fight 30:26
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Five Points!
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Coming up we have a super heavyweight MMA rules bout between Alberto Nogueira (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Din Georgios (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Din Georgios will no doubt be looking to use his reach advantage to good effect.
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298 lbs
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300 lbs
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Solid boxing
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the super heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
4 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Alberto Nogueira!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
6 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Din Georgios!
The judges for this bout are Emerson Jorge, Matheus Silva and Edson Gomes.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Nogueira throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Jab, jab by Nogueira - just one landing.
Nogueira throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Nogueira throws a jab but it's blocked by Georgios.
Georgios blocks a jab.
Georgios stuffs the takedown attempt from Nogueira. Nogueira gets slowly back to his feet.
The fighters circling - Nogueira throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Nogueira misses with a double jab.
Georgios displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Nogueira throws out the jab.
Nogueira throws a looping overhand right but Georgios ducks down to avoid it.
Georgios closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Nogueira to the mat! Nogueira manages to get full guard.
Nogueira might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Georgios accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Georgios throws a big right hand that misses.
Georgios trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Georgios seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Nogueira knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Georgios on the ground.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Nogueira is looking to stand up but Georgios isn't so interested in that idea.
Nogueira wants to sweep but no luck.
Nogueira utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Georgios prevents Nogueira from getting back to his feet.
Nogueira is breathing heavily.
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Nogueira tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Nogueira looks to land a left hand but Georgios moved out of range nicely.
Georgios shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Nogueira manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Georgios throwing strikes but missing.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Georgios lands a couple of decent looking shots.
It looks like Alberto Nogueira has been cut.
Georgios working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Georgios landing with the ground and pound.
Georgios stands up over Nogueira, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Nogueira is rocked!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Georgios postures up from his opponent's guard, before exploding into some vicious ground and pound! Nogueira covers up, he's hurt! Georgios keeps throwing the strikes, glancing at the referee... Will he stop it?? One more big shot from Georgios and the ref steps in to end the fight! Georgios can't hide his delight as he celebrates with his corner.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Din Georgios!
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Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Rodef Canmelianenko (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Bear Trapp (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Canmelianenko's entrance music is Emperor - The Loss And Curse Of Reverence. A fine choice. Rumors backstage are that the fighters have been paid to keep it standing but we know that would never happen in MMA!
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275 lbs
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Solid boxing
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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
7 - 6 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Rodef Canmelianenko!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
5 - 6 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Bear Trapp!
The judges for this bout are Luis Engracia, Matheus Silva and Thiago Cunha.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Trapp throws a body punch but Canmelianenko moves out of range.
Trapp paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
It looks like Rodef Canmelianenko has been cut.
Trapp throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Canmelianenko's head.
Canmelianenko darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Trapp on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Trapp keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
The fighters are battling for position here. Trapp manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Trapp has Canmelianenko pulled in close to control his posture.
Canmelianenko with a nice head shot there.
Canmelianenko throws and elbow that misses. Trapp uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Canmelianenko's guard. Nice move by Trapp!
Canmelianenko wants to get back to his feet but Trapp is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Canmelianenko trying to keep a closed guard but Trapp is proving a slippery customer.
Canmelianenko is really struggling to control Trapp but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Canmelianenko wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Trapp manages to pass to side control.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Canmelianenko is trying to maintain the position but Trapp is very close to passing his half guard.
Canmelianenko is looking for a sweep. Trapp is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Neither fighter is doing enough for the referee's liking and he's decided to stand them back up.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Canmelianenko is defended easily by Trapp.
Trapp connects with a crisp jab.
Canmelianenko shoots in for a takedown but Trapp shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Canmelianenko takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Trapp takes a swing at Canmelianenko's ribcage but misses.
Trapp pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Some wild striking there from Canmelianenko.
A punch combination from Canmelianenko misses.
Canmelianenko shoots in and drives through. Trapp sprawls well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rodef Canmelianenko. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Trapp cracks Canmelianenko with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Rodef Canmelianenko's cut is getting worse.
Canmelianenko is trying hard to land a takedown here. Trapp sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Canmelianenko is breathing heavily.
Trapp drives through and clinches with Canmelianenko against the cage.
Trapp lands a hook that snaps the head of Canmelianenko backwards.
Canmelianenko tries for a takedown but Trapp manages to get underhooks.
Trapp lands a body punch.
Trapp scores with a hook to the body.
Trapp scores with a shot to the side of Canmelianenko's head.
Trapp lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Canmelianenko backwards.
Trapp pressing his opponent against the cage.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Trapp lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Trapp lands with a short shot to the head.
Trapp lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Canmelianenko.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Trapp prevents a takedown attempt there.
Trapp working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Canmelianenko is trying to drag Trapp to the mat but Trapp just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
A bit of stalling here from Trapp.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Trapp works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Trapp scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Trapp has Canmelianenko pushed against the cage.
The crowd are getting on Trapp's back here. They're not happy about his lack of aggression in the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bear Trapp dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Rodef Canmelianenko's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!
Canmelianenko is trying hard to land a takedown here. Trapp sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Rodef Canmelianenko is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Canmelianenko blocks a head kick by Trapp.
A jab from Trapp misses.
Canmelianenko throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Trapp's waist but Trapp gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Canmelianenko off to one side.
Trapp lands with a cross.
Canmelianenko shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Trapp pinned against the cage. Trapp gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rodef Canmelianenko. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Canmelianenko.
Canmelianenko takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Trapp rushes Canmelianenko and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
A short left from Trapp.
A short body shot lands from Trapp as the two fighters clinch.
That's one minute gone in the round.
A short right from Trapp on the inside.
A right hand to the body from Trapp.
Still in the clinch, Trapp scores with a nice short uppercut.
Trapp pressing his opponent against the cage.
Trapp softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Canmelianenko letting Trapp take a breather here.
Trapp lands with a right to the head.
Trapp has Canmelianenko pushed against the cage.
Nice body punch from Trapp - that landed with a thud.
Trapp lands a right hand.
Trapp scores with a shot to the side of Canmelianenko's head.
Canmelianenko tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Trapp smiles and moves away.
Trapp has Canmelianenko up against the cage in a clinch.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Trapp lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Trapp swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Good body shot from Trapp.
Canmelianenko is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Trapp gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Canmelianenko tries to break free but Trapp pushes him back against the cage.
Canmelianenko has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Trapp is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Trapp lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Trapp avoiding damage.
Trapp gets through Canmelianenko's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Trapp displaying some good clinch control by pressing Canmelianenko up against the cage.
Canmelianenko changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Trapp fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Trapp clinches with his opponent.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Canmelianenko is trying to break free.
Trapp lands a body shot in the clinch.
Trapp lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Canmelianenko.
Trapp is pushing Canmelianenko up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Bear Trapp seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Trapp scores with a shot to the side of Canmelianenko's head.
Trapp lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Canmelianenko is trying to drag Trapp to the mat but Trapp just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Trapp is stalling here.
Trapp cracks Canmelianenko with a nice body shot.
Trapp is struggling to control the position.
Trapp lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Trapp lands with a light punch inside.
Trapp lands a hook to the side of the head.
Canmelianenko blocks a punch to the side of the head.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Canmelianenko drops down looking for an ankle pick but Trapp pulls his leg out and moves away.
Trapp lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Canmelianenko backs up against the cage.
Rodef Canmelianenko's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Trapp is looking to clinch but Canmelianenko is avoiding it.
Canmelianenko misses the body punch
and Trapp counters with a left to the body.
Bear Trapp seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Trapp tries to clinch up.
Trapp is looking to clinch.
Trapp lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Trapp.
Canmelianenko throws a left and a right that both miss
and Trapp cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Canmelianenko is rocked!
Jeez, Rodef Canmelianenko's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Trapp drops Canmelianenko with a big left hand! Canmelianenko is injured, injured bad! Trapp jumps in and finished him with strikes! The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:52 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Bear Trapp!
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Coming up we have a super heavyweight MMA rules bout between Alex O Brien (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and George Armani (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). O Brien's ring entrance music is that housewives' favourite, Superjoint Ritual - Dress Like a Target. There are an array of beautiful celebrities at ringside tonight! I wonder if any of them paid for their tickets.
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290 lbs
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303 lbs
4 - 1 - 0 |
BJJ Purple Belt
Brawler
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Counter striker
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the super heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
4 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Alex O Brien!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
4 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, George Armani!
The judges for this bout are Luis Engracia, Matheus Silva and Emerson Jorge.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
O Brien defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Armani.
Armani dodges the punch combination from O Brien.
O Brien throws a right hand that Armani ducks under and follows up with a left that Armani also avoids with ease.
Armani moves out of range as O Brien strikes.
O Brien shoots in for a takedown but Armani shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
O Brien has taken the fight to the clinch.
Armani has O Brien pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. O Brien manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Armani stops a takedown attempt from O Brien.
O Brien turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and O Brien manages to end up in side control.
O Brien advances to mount.
You get the feeling that Armani really doesn't like being in this position too much.
Armani can't escape the position.
O Brien tries to stand up but he's trapped just for the moment.
O Brien can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Armani is looking to escape.
O Brien avoids the attempt from Armani to control.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Armani flailing away with punches but nothing is landing.
Armani is looking to improve his position but O Brien isn't that keen on the idea.
Armani takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.
It looks like George Armani has been cut.
O Brien sends his fist crashing into the mat - the crowd let out a collective ooooooh. Let's hope he's not broken it!
Armani is squirming around, avoiding O Brien's attempts to control the action.
O Brien stands up from the dominant position, so we're back on the feet.
O Brien is looking to clinch but Armani is avoiding it.
O Brien changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Armani looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
O Brien wants to control but Armani is keeping him busy.
Armani gets back to half guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Armani is looking to improve his position.
O Brien is looking for a kimura but Armani is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for O Brien to get the leverage.
O Brien is looking to advance position but Armani won't allow it.
Armani controlling the position well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
O Brien tries to pass the half guard into mount. Armani knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Armani gets full guard.
O Brien would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
O Brien won't allow Armani to sweep him here.
O Brien sitting in guard, not really doing much.
O Brien trying to control but Armani is working from the bottom.
O Brien passes Armani's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Armani is trying to control but O Brien manages to pass to mount!
O Brien goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Armani is on top in guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
O Brien is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Armani stands up over O Brien, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
O Brien is looking to stand up but Armani isn't so interested in that idea.
O Brien lands a beautiful switch and he's in full mount! That could spell trouble for Armani!
Armani regains half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Alex O Brien dominated that round.
The cut man is working on George Armani's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
Armani fails with the takedown
and O Brien decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Armani's guard.
Armani is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move.
O Brien holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
O Brien gets back to full guard.
O Brien scrambles and gets back to his feet.
Armani shoots and misses
and O Brien counters with a stiff jab, followed by a cross and an uppercut! That's too much punishment for Armani to take - he tumbles to the canvas, blood pouring from his nose, barely conscious. That's the end of the fight! Great knockout by O Brien!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:45 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Alex O Brien!
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Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Vincent Grabowski (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and John Karl (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Grabowski comes to the cage accompanied by Massive Attack ft. Mos Def - I Against I. Karl is bobbing his head along to his entrance song: Dawn of Demise - Juggernaut. John Karl is the more experienced fighter, so let's see if that makes a difference tonight.
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275 lbs
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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
5 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Vincent Grabowski!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
4 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, John Karl!
The judges for this bout are Emerson Jorge, Mauricio Rocha and Seu Braga.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Grabowski scores with a head kick.
It looks like John Karl has been cut.
Grabowski throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Karl.
Grabowski lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Grabowski misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Karl swinging wildly here.
Vincent Grabowski seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Grabowski misses with a two punch combination.
Karl throws a right and a left that both miss.
Karl swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Grabowski swinging wildly here.
Grabowski wants to land a leg kick but Karl is out of range.
Karl throws a hook but Grabowski avoids it easily.
Karl throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
letting Grabowski counter with a right hand.
That has opened up John Karl's cut even more.
Grabowski connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Karl momentarily.
A big right from Karl misses.
Nice uppercut there from Karl.
Karl throws a jab but it's blocked by Grabowski.
Karl throws a series of punches but Grabowski moves out of range.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Grabowski misses with a series of wild punches.
Grabowski connects with a looping right hand.
A big left from Grabowski misses.
Karl defending well as Grabowski loads up on a big left hand.
Grabowski lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Karl misses with a double jab
and Grabowski counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Karl throws a jab but it's blocked by Grabowski.
Karl misses with the combination.
Grabowski misses with a body shot.
Jab by Karl.
Karl swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Grabowski counters with a good low kick that Karl was not able to check.
Grabowski falls off balance throwing a combination
and Karl counters with a three punch combo that has Grabowski backing up. Grabowski nods at Karl to acknowledge the strikes.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Grabowski lands with a big left! Karl is wobbled badly! Grabowski comes in with a flurry of punches and drops Karl to the floor. The ref jumps in to save him from unneccessary punishment.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:02 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Vincent Grabowski!
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Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Sly Stallone (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Vlad Krukiov (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). The key to victory for Sly Stallone has got to be keeping the fight on the feet.
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247 lbs
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BJJ Purple Belt
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 5 rounds, for the heavyweight championship of the world!
Introducing the champion to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
12 - 5 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Sly Stallone!
And introducing the challenger to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
12 - 9 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Vlad Krukiov!
The judges for this bout are Emerson Jorge, Luis Engracia and Mauricio Rocha.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Krukiov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Stallone misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Krukiov.
Stallone scores with a one two! Krukiov had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Stallone misses with a jab, cross combination.
Krukiov slips a jab and a cross from Stallone.
Stallone jabs at Krukiov's body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Stallone stuns Krukiov with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Stallone uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Stallone throws a series of punches but Krukiov moves out of range.
Stallone thows a body shot but no joy.
Krukiov dodges the punch combination from Stallone.
Krukiov slips under a jab from Stallone.
Stallone throws a right and a left that both miss.
Krukiov fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Sly Stallone is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
That's one minute gone in the round.
A big right from Stallone misses.
Stallone stuffs the takedown.
Stallone misses with a jab, cross combination.
Stallone misses with a series of wild punches.
Stallone looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Stallone misses with the combination.
Krukiov scores with a takedown into Stallone's guard.
Stallone wants to stand up but Krukiov is controlling him.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Krukiov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Krukiov drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Stallone manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Krukiov has Stallone in his guard.
Krukiov working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Stallone doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Stallone manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Stallone won't allow Krukiov to sweep him here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Sly Stallone dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
Stallone just misses with a punch to the body.
Sly Stallone is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Stallone swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Krukiov tries to score a power double leg takedown but Stallone sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Krukiov somewhat.
Stallone swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Stallone tries to bum rush Krukiov with a series of wild strikes but Krukiov uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Stallone stuffs the takedown attempt from Krukiov. Krukiov gets slowly back to his feet.
Stallone fails to land with a series of punches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Krukiov looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into mount! Oh, that's bad for Stallone!
Krukiov misses with a series of strikes from mount. He'll no doubt be working on his ground and pound when he gets back to the gym.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Krukiov goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Stallone is on top in guard.
Krukiov has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Stallone can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
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.
Stallone avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Stallone decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Krukiov, up you get!
Stallone will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Krukiov dodges the punch combination from Stallone.
Stallone throws a series of punches but Krukiov avoids them all with ease.
Stallone fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Krukiov avoids a punch combination nicely.
Stallone throws a series of punches but Krukiov moves out of range.
Krukiov fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Sly Stallone has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Vlad Krukiov.
Stallone throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Krukiov.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Krukiov tries to score a power double leg takedown but Stallone sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Krukiov somewhat.
Sly Stallone seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
No joy there for Stallone, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
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 Sly Stallone will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
Stallone throws a series of punches but Krukiov moves out of range.
Stallone lands a left and a right that send Krukiov crashing to the mat, dazed. Stallone thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!
Krukiov shoots for a double leg takedown but Stallone sprawls well. He's pushed Krukiov's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Sly Stallone is winning the standup battle so far.
Stallone throws a series of punches but Krukiov moves out of range.
Stallone clobbers Krukiov with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Krukiov is rocked!
Krukiov switches off momentarily and Stallone cracks him with a monster right hand! Krukiov topples backwards and makes a semi conscious attempt to cover up, as Stallone dives in to land one more shot, before the referee has time to call the fight. What a finish by Stallone!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:30 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Sly Stallone!
Sly Stallone retains his heavyweight title!
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