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HFC 194 Fight Your Guts Out PBP Commentary |
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Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Orion Contras (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Alexander Krush (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Krush is bouncing up and down as he enters the arena, backed by Pusha T- Pain. Both fighters look pumped up here. Let's hope this is a good fight!
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the welterweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
6 - 9 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Orion Contras!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
18 - 20 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Alexander Krush!
The judges for this bout are , Don Winkell and Frank Antenori.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Contras closes the distance and clinches.
Contras goes for a takedown attempt but Krush pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Krush fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Contras manages to avoid it.
Krush stuffs the takedown attempt from Contras. Contras gets slowly back to his feet.
The fight stays on the outside here - Contras looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Krush throws a counter combo.
Krush takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Contras misses with a head kick.
Contras throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Krush tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Contras is in Krush's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Contras trying to control but Krush is working from the bottom.
Krush working for a triangle but Contras defends it easily.
Contras looking to pass the guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Contras got a little sloppy there for a moment and Krush has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Contras has managed to get both his arms back between Krush's legs - danger averted.
Krush has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Contras has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.
Contras breaks the clinch.
Contras shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Krush but Krush pushes him off and we're back to square one.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Orion Contras. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Krush finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Contras shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Krush is trying to defend but Contras finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Krush wants to get back to his feet.
Krush is trying to control but can't.
Krush is trying to get back to full guard.
Krush makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!
Krush throws a sloppy head kick and Contras moves out of range easily.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Contras shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Krush as he avoids it easily.
Krush tries to counter with a clinch but Contras shakes him off and moves away.
Krush throws a head kick that misses.
Contras seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Contras checks a leg kick nicely.
Krush lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
It looks like Orion Contras has been cut.
Contras darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Contras is looking to advance position but Krush won't allow it.
Contras is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Krush is looking to improve his position.
Krush is trying to stand back up but Contras is controlling him
That's four minutes gone in the round.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Krush wants to improve his position but Contras is controlling well.
Krush pushes Contras off looking to stand but Contras dives back in and keeps control.
Krush trying to control from the bottom.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Krush wants to land a leg kick but Contras is out of range.
Alexander Krush seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A leg kick checked by Krush.
Contras darts in and clinches Krush up against the cage.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Krush as Contras tries to tie him up.
Krush landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Krush wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Alexander Krush will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Orion Contras's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
Contras throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Contras tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Some wild striking there from Contras.
Krush looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Krush tries to clinch but Contras is having none of it.
Contras thows a left - swing and a miss!
Good leg kick by Krush there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Krush throws a head kick that misses.
Krush misses with a low kick.
Krush tries a head kick but it misses.
Krush fails to land with a series of punches.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Krush throws a head kick that misses
and Contras counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Krush misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Krush wants to clinch.
Contras shoots in looking for a takedown but Krush manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Contras's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Krush fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Contras checks it well.
Krush thows a body kick. Contras tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Contras throws a right hand that Krush ducks under and follows up with a left that Krush also avoids with ease.
Contras throws a head kick but Krush moves out of range.
Krush motions for Contras to come forward. Krush throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Contras is defended easily by Krush.
As Contras backs off Krush throws a huge counter combo but Contras manages to avoid it all.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Contras blocks a head kick by Krush.
Contras takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Contras throws a solid leg kick but Krush takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Contras.
Contras shoots in but no luck this time.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Orion Contras. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Contras misses with a double jab.
Contras tries to close the distance and clinch but Krush swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
A head kick misses from Krush.
Contras uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Krush.
Contras takes a kick to the side of the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Good work by Contras as he checks the leg kick.
Contras drops down looking for a counter takedown but Krush sprawls and moves away.
Contras misses with a takedown
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Krush is looking to slow Contras down with leg kicks.
Krush keeps the fight on the outside.
Krush throws a counter combo.
Orion Contras is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Krush fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Contras is out of range.
Contras checks the leg kick nicely there.
Contras shoots in looking for a takedown. Krush tries to sprawl out of it but Contras keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Krush manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Krush throws a series of punches but Contras avoids them all with ease.
Contras is looking to clinch but Krush is avoiding it.
Krush checks a leg kick.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Contras fails with an attempt to clinch.
Krush is looking to chop away at Contras's legs.
Krush closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Contras did well to prevent Krush getting side control.
Krush lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Krush is nestled in close to Contras, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Contras is rocked!
Contras is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Rape Academy, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Krush stands up from half guard.
Oh Contras is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Krush throws a powerful right kick. Contras tried to block low but the kick was high! Contras was taken right off of his feet! Krush jumps in to finish the job and the ref tackles him! The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:41 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Alexander Krush!
Post fight, Alexander Krush took to the microphone: 'I would like to think the gentlemens camp for allowing me to train in their camp for this fight'.
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Coming up we have a bantamweight MMA rules bout between Michael Crawford (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Richard B Riddick (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Crawford comes into the arena with Kanye West- New Slave blaring out of the sound system. Richard B Riddick has the better chin. Will he look to stand and bang today?
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135 lbs
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142 lbs
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Solid boxing
KO power |
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Excellent MT
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the bantamweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
12 - 9 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Michael Crawford!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
4 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Richard B Riddick!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, and Frank Antenori.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
A clash of legs there as Crawford blocks the low kick.
Riddick scores with a nice head shot.
Riddick misses with a straight left.
Crawford walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Richard B Riddick seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Riddick misses with an uppercut. Crawford saw that one coming.
Nice shot lands for Riddick.
Crawford is rocked!
Crawford takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Oh Crawford is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Crawford is breathing heavily.
Riddick lands with a massive overhand right! Stick a fork in Crawford - he's out cold! Ermm... I think I just mixed my metaphors but yeah... That was a nice KO! Big win for Riddick!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Richard B Riddick!
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Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Joulu Pukki (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Major Hardwood (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). He arrived on a last minute flight shortly after looking tired and unhappy. Officials decided the fight should still take place, much to the delight of the fans in attendance.
Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Joulu Pukki and Major Hardwood. Hardwood has chosen Ali Bomaye by The Game as his entrance music. Major Hardwood will no doubt be looking to use his reach advantage to good effect.
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215 lbs
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214 lbs
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World class boxer
Cardio machine |
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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
32 - 20 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Joulu Pukki!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
11 - 4 - 1, fighting out of Montreal, Major Hardwood!
The judges for this bout are , Jack Bonds and Don Winkell.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Pukki shoots for a takedown but Hardwood saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
A momentary lapse in concentration from Hardwood enables Pukki to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Hardwood manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Pukki might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Pukki is looking to pass into half guard but Hardwood pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Hardwood is in guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Pukki wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Hardwood wants to control from the top but Pukki keeps moving.
Hardwood preventing the sweep.
Pukki is working hard here to advance position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hardwood wants to control from the top but Pukki keeps moving.
Pukki controls Hardwood momentarily but Hardwood frees himself.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Hardwood loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Hardwood stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Pukki swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Pukki trying to control the position here.
Hardwood 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.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Pukki is trying to control the position from the bottom.
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Hardwood cracks Pukki with a right hand to the side of the head.
Hardwood throws a body shot but no joy.
A slapping leg kick lands for Hardwood.
Hardwood throws out a loose jab but Pukki uses good head movement to avoid it.
Hardwood ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Hardwood lands a slapping body shot.
Hardwood scores with a hook to the body. Pukki takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Pukki tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Hardwood swivels and escapes.
Hardwood throws a nice outside leg kick.
Pukki shoots in looking for a takedown. Hardwood tries to sprawl out of it but Pukki keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Hardwood manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Hardwood looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Joulu Pukki. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Hardwood defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Pukki.
Hardwood looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Hardwood throws the left hand but Pukki avoids the punch easily.
Hardwood keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Hardwood lands a jab to the nose.
Hardwood changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Pukki will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Pukki walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Hardwood throws a sloppy head kick and Pukki moves out of range easily.
Pukki appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Pukki.
Pukki is breathing heavily.
Pukki tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Hardwood swivels and escapes.
Pukki takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Pukki misses with a takedown attempt
and Hardwood counters with a beautiful punch that sends Pukki to the canvas!
Pukki is rocked!
It looks like Joulu Pukki has been cut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Hardwood is looking to work some ground and pound but Pukki has wrist control.
Oh Pukki is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Pukki keeping moving, preventing Hardwood from controlling successfully.
Pukki seems to have got his legs back now.
Hardwood pushing down on Pukki's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Pukki blocking the ground and pound attempt from Hardwood.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Pukki is refusing to be controlled, as Hardwood sits in half guard.
Hardwood with the ground and pound but Pukki uses the opportunity to regain guard.
Hardwood throwing strikes from guard but Pukki blocks nicely.
Pukki keeping moving, preventing Hardwood from controlling successfully.
Hardwood throwing strikes but missing.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hardwood working some strikes from top position.
Hardwood with a flurry of punches that miss.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Major Hardwood dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Joulu Pukki's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
Pukki shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Hardwood napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Pukki tries to advance to mount but Hardwood denies him.
Hardwood tries to buck Pukki off but Pukki is having none of it.
Pukki is looking to take a break and control but Hardwood is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Hardwood stops Pukki from passing to mount.
Hardwood regains half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pukki prevents Hardwood from improving his position.
Pukki is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Hardwood wants to get back to full guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Pukki is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Hardwood wants to control but Pukki is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Hardwood tries to roll over but Pukki keeps him under control.
Hardwood is still trying to improve position.
Hardwood is looking to control Pukki's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Hardwood avoid being mounted?
Pukki controlling the action here.
Pukki's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Hardwood fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Pukki checks it well.
Pukki looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Hardwood jabs Pukki right on the nose. Pukki blinks but takes it well.
Pukki slips a straight right by Hardwood.
Pukki shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Hardwood sprawls well. Hardwood wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Pukki gets slowly back to his feet.
It seemed like Hardwood was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Hardwood connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Hardwood throws a head kick but Pukki moves out of range.
Pukki shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Hardwood as he avoids it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Joulu Pukki. That's going to take a lot out of him.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Hardwood gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Pukki to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Hardwood is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Hardwood seems to be working for a kimura but Pukki defends the submission attempt.
Hardwood scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Hardwood wants to advance to full mount but Pukki doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead.
Hardwood postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Pukki is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Hardwood, into his guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Hardwood keeping moving, preventing Pukki from controlling successfully.
Hardwood throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Hardwood is trying to keep Pukki in close.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Pukki stopping the sweep attempt from Hardwood.
Hardwood keeping full guard, as Pukki tries to pass.
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 Joulu Pukki will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Joulu Pukki's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
Pukki fails with the takedown
and Hardwood counters with a nice uppercut.
Pukki misses with a takedown attempt
and Hardwood counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Pukki fails to land the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Joulu Pukki. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Pukki shoots in and drives through. Hardwood sprawls well.
Hardwood scores with a hook to the body. Pukki takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Hardwood getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
An inside leg kick lands from Hardwood.
A swing and a miss from Hardwood.
Pukki goes for a double leg but Hardwood avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Hardwood continues to drive forward.
Hardwood digs a good hook to Pukki's body.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Hardwood closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Pukki quickly recovers to half guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Hardwood is pressing down on Pukki's thigh, looking to free his foot. Pukki is holding on for now.
Hardwood winds up and cracks Pukki with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Hardwood is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Hardwood is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Pukki defends it well.
Pukki on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Hardwood working over Pukki with some ground and pound. Pukki looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Hardwood seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Pukki does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Pukki wants to control but Hardwood is keeping busy and won't allow it.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Hardwood wants to work for an arm triangle but Pukki is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Hardwood is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Pukki doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Hardwood.
Hardwood trying to control from half guard but Pukki is working away.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Pukki trying to hold on to Hardwood's head to control him but Hardwood postures up.
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Hardwood scores with a leg kick.
Hardwood just misses with a punch to the body.
Hardwood lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Hardwood is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Pukki's half guard.
Hardwood wants to pass to mount but Pukki is defending the position.
Hardwood is trying to control the action in half guard but Pukki is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Pukki trying to hold on to Hardwood's head to control him but Hardwood postures up.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Pukki is not content to let Hardwood control the position.
Pukki trying to control from the bottom.
Hardwood has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Pukki manages to get to full guard.
Pukki is trying to keep Hardwood in close.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hardwood looking to pass the guard.
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
And that's the end of the fight!
Major Hardwood comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Hardwood has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 27:29
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 27:30
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 26:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Major Hardwood!
Major Hardwood decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
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Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Kid Caskey (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Akihiro Shirasu (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Kid Caskey has the better chin. Will he look to stand and bang today?
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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
7 - 5 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Kid Caskey!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
11 - 6 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Akihiro Shirasu!
The judges for this bout are Don Winkell, Jack Bonds and Frank Antenori.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Shirasu moves out of range of the body kick.
Caskey tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Caskey moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromShirasu.
Caskey fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Shirasu checks it well.
Shirasu avoids the head kick by Caskey.
Shirasu shoots in and drives through. Caskey sprawls well.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Caskey.
Shirasu with a lazy takedown attempt
and Caskey counters with a leg kick.
Shirasu looks winded!
Caskey lands a big head kick that sends Shirasu tumbling to the mat! Caskey takes a step backwards and waves Shirasu back to his feet - he wants the finish!
Shirasu is rocked!
It looks like Akihiro Shirasu has been cut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Shirasu bobbing and weaving nicely... He's ducked under a jab and ducks again but ooooooh! Caskey comes at him with an uppercut from hell! Shirasu falls to the canvas, unconscious! This one is all over! Oh man, looking at the replay that was right on the button! Shirasu was out before he hit the floor!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:45 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Kid Caskey!
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Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Connor McGuinness (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Edward Durden (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). McGuinness's entrance music is Ain't a party without me . A fine choice. Durden has chosen Monster as his entrance music, which hasn't gone down very well with the crowd. Connor McGuinness is staring across the cage at his opponent, tweaking his nipples... Tweaking his own nipples that is.
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24
185 lbs
7 - 5 - 0 |
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28
178 lbs
8 - 5 - 0 |
BJJ Brown Belt
World class boxer
Granite chin |
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Counter fighter
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the welterweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
7 - 5 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Connor McGuinness!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
8 - 5 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Edward Durden!
The judges for this bout are Frank Antenori, Jack Bonds and Don Winkell.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
McGuinness misses with an uppercut. Durden saw that one coming.
Durden fails with the takedown.
McGuinness went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
McGuinness moves into the clinch.
Durden has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by McGuinness after a bit of a struggle.
McGuinness stalling the fight.
Durden has clasped his hands together around McGuinness's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Durden is looking to take a break and control but McGuinness is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Durden is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. McGuinness knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
You can see the frustration on McGuinness's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
That's one minute gone in the round.
McGuinness trying to control but Durden flips him over like a cheap hooker and has his back!
Durden working for a choke but McGuinness is defending well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
McGuinness tries to break free.
Durden gets his hooks in and is throwing strikes.
Durden is not going to allow McGuinness to sit and survive in this position.
Durden has got his arm under McGuinness's chin working for the choke… has he got it? It looks pretty tight! Oh! McGuinness has spun round into Durden's guard beautifully! Well done that man!
That's two minutes gone in the round.
McGuinness stands up over Durden, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Durden looking for submissions from the bottom but instead McGuinness passes into side control.
Durden tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but McGuinness wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
You can see the frustration on Durden's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
McGuinness sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Durden is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
An elbow from McGuinness crashes against the mat.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
McGuinness is looking to take a break and control but Durden is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Durden sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Durden tries to roll over but McGuinness keeps him under control.
McGuinness trying to pass the guard but Durden defending well.
Nice strikes from McGuinness there.
Durden is doing well to control the position and prevent McGuinness from advancing to side control.
Durden is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but McGuinness pulls his head out easily.
McGuinness is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
McGuinness breaks from Durden's wrist control and lands an elbow.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Durden working to try and regain half guard.
McGuinness content just to control the position here.
Durden is looking to improve his position but McGuinness isn't that keen on the idea.
McGuinness scores with a couple of good head shots there.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
McGuinness is trying to take his opponent's back.
Durden really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Connor McGuinness dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
Durden doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Durden keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
McGuinness tests Durden's chin there with a solid looking shot.
McGuinness lands a glancing blow to the side of Durden's head.
Durden clinches up against the cage.
McGuinness has Durden pushed against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McGuinness tries a body shot but Durden blocks it.
McGuinness is pushing Durden up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
That's one minute gone in the round.
McGuinness is defending well against a takedown attempt.
McGuinness escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Durden shoots for a double leg takedown but McGuinness sprawls well. He's pushed Durden's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
McGuinness closes the distance and clinches.
McGuinness is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Durden can do to turn this around?
McGuinness taking a breather.
Durden drops to a knee looking for a takedown but McGuinness gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Connor McGuinness has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Edward Durden.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
McGuinness presses Durden against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Durden goes for a takedown attempt but McGuinness pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Durden circles away from the clinch attempt
so Durden counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
McGuinness is looking for a triangle but Durden pushes his legs off easily.
McGuinness is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Durden is aware though and is defending well.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Durden trying to control but McGuinness is working from the bottom.
Durden showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
McGuinness looking to control.
Durden drops back, looking for a kneebar! McGuinness looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. McGuinness looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from McGuinness!
McGuinness landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Durden can't do much from the bottom here.
Durden is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on McGuinness's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
McGuinness wants to control but Durden is keeping him busy.
Durden trying to control from the bottom.
Durden is looking to get back to full guard here but McGuinness has managed to pass to side control instead.
Durden manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Durden misses with some strikes from the bottom.
Durden looking for submissions off his back.
Durden missing with punches from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
McGuinness wants to pass to mount but Durden is defending the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Connor McGuinness dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! And we move into the final round!
Durden takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
A slow jab from McGuinness misses its intended target.
Durden feints the counter takedown.
McGuinness scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Durden ducks right into an uppercut from McGuinness.
McGuinness lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Durden takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Durden is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in McGuinness's half guard.
Edward Durden has got the better of the ground game so far.
Durden is looking for a kimura but McGuinness is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Durden to get the leverage.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
The fighters are battling for position here. McGuinness manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Durden got a little sloppy there for a moment and McGuinness has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Durden has managed to get both his arms back between McGuinness's legs - danger averted.
McGuinness keeping full guard, as Durden tries to pass.
That's one minute gone in the round.
McGuinness looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Durden got a little sloppy there for a moment and McGuinness has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Durden has managed to get both his arms back between McGuinness's legs - danger averted.
Durden trying to control but McGuinness is working from the bottom.
Durden content to stall in guard here.
McGuinness looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Durden distracts McGuinness with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Durden trying to control but McGuinness is working from the bottom.
Durden working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of McGuinness's head.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now McGuinness is on top in guard.
McGuinness trying to control the position from guard on top but Durden is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
McGuinness wants to pass the guard but Durden is keeping the position.
Durden looking to control.
McGuinness wants to pass the guard but Durden is keeping the position.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Durden looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
McGuinness trying to control but Durden is working from the bottom.
Durden working for a triangle but McGuinness defends it easily.
McGuinness looking to pass the guard.
Durden looking for a guillotine here but McGuinness defends easily.
McGuinness throws a big right hand that misses.
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.
McGuinness is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
McGuinness slips nicely into half guard.
McGuinness wants to take a breather but Durden is having none of it.
McGuinness is really struggling to control Durden but he's trying to hold on to the position.
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
McGuinness slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Edward Durden has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Connor McGuinness is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Nice sprawl there from McGuinness as Durden shoots in.
A little feinted left hand from McGuinness on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
And that's the end of the fight!
Connor McGuinness showed his dominance in that final round.
Well McGuinness 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 Frank Antenori scores the fight 30:27
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 30:27
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Connor McGuinness!
After winning the bout, Connor McGuinness 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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Coming up we have a bantamweight MMA rules bout between Krzysztof Morawski (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Ogg Nogg (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Nogg has chosen Pantera : 5 Minutes Alone as his entrance music. 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.
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31
148 lbs
17 - 11 - 0 |
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40
139 lbs
32 - 16 - 0 |
Abu Dhabi Champ
Excellent boxer
Cardio machine |
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Lethal high kicks
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the bantamweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
17 - 11 - 0, fighting out of London, Krzysztof Morawski!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
32 - 16 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Ogg Nogg!
The judges for this bout are Don Winkell, and Jack Bonds.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Nogg throws a right and a left that Morawski avoids nicely.
A combination from Nogg does no damage.
Morawski is trying hard to land a takedown here. Nogg sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Morawski shoots in for a double leg but Nogg sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Nogg fakes the leg kick and cracks Morawski in the body.
Nogg has taken the fight to the clinch.
Morawski is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Nogg tries to land a knee to the head but Morawski blocks with his arms.
Nogg gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Morawski.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Krzysztof Morawski. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Morawski doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Morawski wants the takedown. Nogg is fighting it off but Morawski persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Nogg's guard against the cage.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Nogg looking for a sweep. Not yet Nogg, not yet.
Nogg working for a triangle but Morawski defends it easily.
Morawski 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.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Morawski trying to control the position from guard on top but Nogg is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Morawski postures up.
Nogg looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Morawski has picked Nogg up and slammed him! Nogg can't keep hold of the triangle and Morawski manages to pass to side control!
That's two 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.
Nogg is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Nogg is not content to let Morawski control the position.
Nogg is trying to improve his position.
Nogg is not content to let Morawski control the position.
Morawski staying calm.
Nogg is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Morawski staying calm.
Nogg manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Nogg wants to get back to full guard.
Nogg wants to control but Morawski is keeping busy.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Nogg is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Morawski is staying active.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Morawski looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Morawski is defended easily by Nogg.
Danga de danga de dang - Nogg scores with a four punch combination!
It looks like Krzysztof Morawski has been cut.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Morawski throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Nogg.
Nogg misses with a jab, cross combination.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ogg Nogg dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Krzysztof Morawski'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.
Morawski shoots in looking for a takedown. Nogg tries to sprawl out of it but Morawski keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Nogg manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Nogg is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.
Morawski definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Nogg has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Morawski keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Nogg has a takedown stuffed.
No joy there for Nogg, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Morawski darts in looking for a takedown but Nogg gets double underhooks and turns Morawski into the cage.
Morawski darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Nice sprawl there from Nogg as Morawski shoots in.
Nogg tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Krzysztof Morawski. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Morawski misses with a head kick.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Nogg tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Morawski paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Krzysztof Morawski is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Nogg shoots in and bounces Morawski off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Nogg working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Morawski working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Nogg.
Nogg throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Nogg cracks Morawski with a solid left hand.
Nogg is fighting to break Morawski's control of his arms but Morawski is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Nogg trying to control the position from guard on top but Morawski is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Nogg in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Nogg tries to clinch but Morawski is having none of it.
No luck for Morawski with that takedown attempt.
Nogg takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
A punch combination from Nogg misses.
A momentary lapse in concentration from Nogg enables Morawski to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Nogg manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Nogg looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Morawski got a little sloppy there for a moment and Nogg has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Morawski has managed to get both his arms back between Nogg's legs - danger averted.
Nogg manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Morawski manages to get himself to full guard.
Nogg throws a big elbow that misses.
Morawski looking for a sweep. Not yet Morawski, not yet.
Nogg is looking to stand up but Morawski won't let him.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Nogg forces his way into half guard.
Nogg is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
Nogg in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Nogg missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Nogg wants to control from the top but Morawski keeps moving.
Nogg is in close to Morawski's body, working some short punches and elbows.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Nogg throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Morawski works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Morawski is pulling down on Nogg's head to control his posture.
Nogg passes into half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ogg Nogg showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Krzysztof Morawski's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
Nogg tries to clinch there but Morawski circles away.
Morawski misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Morawski fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Nogg avoids it really well and circles away.
Morawski looking to score a takedown here. Nogg is defending well but Morawski drives through and ends up in Nogg's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nogg is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Morawski is controlling him.
Nogg working a defensive guard but Morawski passes into half guard.
Nogg wants to get back to full guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Morawski trying to control the action but Nogg is working from the bottom.
Nogg wants to improve his position but Morawski is controlling well.
Morawski is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Nogg defends it well.
Nogg is pressing down on Morawski's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Morawski wants to control from the top but Nogg keeps moving.
Nogg looking for a guillotine here but Morawski defends easily.
Morawski thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Nogg looking to hit a scissor sweep but Morawski is one step ahead there.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Nogg looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Nogg is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Morawski defends well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Nogg manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Morawski manages to get himself to full guard.
Ogg Nogg is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Krzysztof Morawski overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Morawski keeping moving, preventing Nogg from controlling successfully.
Nogg tries to free his leg and advance position but Morawski is retaining full guard.
Krzysztof Morawski has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
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.
Nogg is looking to stand up but Morawski won't let him.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Nogg accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Nogg tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Morawski manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Morawski.
Morawski shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Nogg but Nogg pushes him off and we're back to square one.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Krzysztof Morawski. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Nogg fails to land with a series of punches.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Morawski shoots in but Nogg avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Nogg closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Morawski quickly recovers to half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ogg Nogg comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Nogg has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ogg Nogg!
Ogg Nogg decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
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Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Lorenzo Ortiz (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Junior Brandon (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Ortiz comes to the cage accompanied by Cisco Kid. Brandon has chosen Life Is Beautiful as his entrance music. Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.
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23
220 lbs
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BJJ Purple Belt
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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
4 - 4 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Lorenzo Ortiz!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
8 - 6 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Junior Brandon!
The judges for this bout are Don Winkell, and Jack Bonds.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Ortiz throws a shot to the body.
Brandon looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Ortiz looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Brandon has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Brandon there as he acknowledges the shot.
Ortiz pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Ortiz stuns Brandon with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Ortiz thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Brandon if he has to take too many more of those.
Brandon slips a jab and a cross from Ortiz.
Brandon walks forward, straight into a front kick from Ortiz.
Brandon takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Brandon misses with a low kick.
Ortiz throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ortiz thuds his shin into the meat of Brandon's side.
Ortiz throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Brandon takes one to the chin there.
A cross from Ortiz lands.
Brandon tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Ortiz defends well and Brandon ends up having to push Ortiz into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Ortiz misses with a head kick.
Ortiz connects with a good right hand that stumbles Brandon. Brandon circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Brandon takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Brandon avoids the head kick by Ortiz.
Ortiz scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Ortiz misses with a head kick.
Ortiz tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Brandon tries to counter with a clinch but Ortiz shakes him off and moves away.
Ortiz throws a head kick but Brandon moves out of range.
Brandon throws out a counter right but Ortiz avoids it with no problem.
Brandon blocks a head kick by Ortiz.
Ortiz fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Brandon takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Brandon takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Ortiz lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Brandon throws a leg kick that misses.
Ortiz throws a head kick that misses.
Ortiz tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Brandon paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Brandon has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Ortiz looks to land a body kick but Brandon moved away.
Ortiz misses with a head kick.
Lorenzo Ortiz is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Ortiz gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Brandon to score an easy takedown into full 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!
Brandon trying to control but Ortiz is working from the bottom.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Brandon stands and steps away. Ortiz gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Brandon closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Ortiz's guard.
Brandon thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Brandon trying to control the position from guard on top but Ortiz is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Brandon forces his way into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Brandon throwing shots but Ortiz is blocking nicely.
Ortiz trying to hold on to Brandon's head to control him but Brandon postures up.
Brandon is looking to advance position but Ortiz won't allow it.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Brandon is still trying to improve position.
Ortiz tries to roll over but Brandon keeps him under control.
Ortiz moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Brandon passes into half guard.
Ortiz wants to control but Brandon is keeping busy.
Brandon is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Ortiz doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Brandon.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Brandon is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Ortiz doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Brandon.
Ortiz is looking for a sweep. Brandon is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Ortiz has hold of Brandon's hands but Brandon slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Brandon decides to stand up and try his luck on the feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Lorenzo Ortiz dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
Ortiz ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Brandon moves away.
Ortiz lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Brandon circles away quickly and effectively.
Brandon shoots in for a takedown but Ortiz shows good takedown defense.
Brandon throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Ortiz was covering up waiting for the punch and Brandon finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Brandon stands and throws Ortiz's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Ortiz struggling a bit here.
Ortiz parries the strikes from Brandon easily there. Brandon is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Ortiz to escape.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brandon thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Brandon swings around for an armbar but Ortiz sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Brandon's guard.
Ortiz will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Brandon has control of Ortiz's left arm, preventing Ortiz from doing any damage.
Brandon avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Ortiz is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Brandon can do to turn this around?
Ortiz looking to sit in guard and control but Brandon gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.
Brandon pushing down on Ortiz's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Brandon wants to pass the guard but Ortiz is defending well.
Brandon is working for a submission of some sort.
Brandon has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Brandon raining down hammerfists from mount.
Ortiz tries to hold on but Brandon postures up.
Brandon works his way to his opponent's back.
Brandon looking for the RNC.
I really don't envy Ortiz right now.
Ortiz defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Brandon's arms.
I really don't envy Ortiz right now.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Brandon is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
Brandon patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Oooh a big shot gets through from Brandon. Many more shots like that and the referee will have to think about stepping in!
Brandon is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Ortiz has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
Ortiz controlling his opponent's hands, preventing the submission attempt.
Brandon is trying to stick to Ortiz's back but Ortiz is turning into Brandon. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Brandon's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Ortiz.
Brandon is adopting a defensive guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Ortiz wants to control from the top but Brandon keeps moving.
Brandon is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Junior Brandon has got the better of the ground game so far.
Brandon keeping moving, preventing Ortiz from controlling successfully.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Ortiz throws a big elbow that misses.
Ortiz is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Junior Brandon showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
Ortiz lets loose with a powerful body kick. Brandon will feel that in the morning.
Ortiz is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Brandon takes a swing at Ortiz's ribcage but misses.
Lorenzo Ortiz is winning the standup battle so far.
Brandon darts in looking for a takedown but Ortiz gets double underhooks and turns Brandon into the cage.
Brandon keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Ortiz pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Brandon fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Nice sprawl there from Ortiz as Brandon shoots in.
Lorenzo Ortiz has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Junior Brandon.
Ortiz stuffs the takedown.
Ortiz feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Brandons jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Ortiz misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ortiz scores with a jab.
Ortiz lands with a good body shot.
Brandon fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Ortiz avoids it really well and circles away.
Brandon tries to clinch but Ortiz is having none of it.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Ortiz connects with a high kick.
Brandon goes for a double leg but Ortiz avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Ortiz continues to drive forward.
Brandon goes for a double leg but Ortiz avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Ortiz continues to drive forward.
Ortiz throws a quick counter head kick but Brandon was just out of range.
Brandon takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Ortiz stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Ortiz wants it to stay on the feet.
Lorenzo Ortiz seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Brandon takes a body punch but keeps moving.
A slapping body kick lands there for Ortiz.
Brandon walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Brandon on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Ortiz lands a front kick.
Ortiz throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Brandon.
Ortiz scores with a shot to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Brandon takes a kick to the side of the head.
Ortiz lands a slapping body shot.
Ortiz punishes Brandon's body with a nice straight punch.
Ortiz throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Brandon on the side of the head.
Ortiz fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Brandon looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Brandon looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Ortiz is fending him off so far but Brandon persists. Nope, Ortiz circles away and we're back to standing.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Brandon keeps the fight on the outside.
Ortiz is looking to wear down Brandon with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Ortiz pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Junior Brandon is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Sloppy strikes from Ortiz. Those never looked like landing.
Brandon takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Ortiz tries to clinch there but Brandon circles away.
Ortiz lands a body shot.
Ortiz throws a head kick that misses.
Brandon throws out a counter right but Ortiz avoids it with no problem.
Brandon takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Brandon shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Ortiz manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Brandon wants to control from the top but Ortiz keeps moving.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Brandon stands and steps away. Ortiz gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Ortiz swats away the attempt to clinch by Brandon.
Ortiz ducks right into an uppercut from Brandon.
Ortiz connects with a body shot.
Crunch! Ortiz slams his shin into Brandon's torso.
Brandon decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Brandon 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.
Brandon is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Ortiz is not content to let Brandon control the position.
Brandon looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Brandon has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Brandon unloads with some shots from mount but Ortiz bucks and avoids them well.
And that's the end of the fight!
Lorenzo Ortiz showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Ortiz 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 Don Winkell scores the fight 29:28
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 29:28
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Lorenzo Ortiz!
After the fight, Lorenzo Ortiz was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.
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Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Norbert Grupe (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Howard Li (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Grupe comes to the cage accompanied by Organized Konfusion - Bring It On (Buckwild Remix) . On his way into the cage it seems that Norbert Grupe has been attacked by a crazed fan! It looks like it might have been the just bleed guy! Luckily Norbert Grupe seems to be OK! I thought that lunatic was in prison!?
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the welterweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
20 - 15 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Norbert Grupe!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
7 - 9 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Howard Li!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, and Frank Antenori.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Li wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Grupe takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Li ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Li.
Grupe uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Li.
Some wild striking there from Grupe.
Li pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Grupe throws a body shot but no joy.
Li throws a right hand that Grupe ducks under and follows up with a left that Grupe also avoids with ease.
Li lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Grupe circles away quickly and effectively.
Li throws a left and a right that both miss
and Grupe connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Li throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Li throws a body punch but Grupe moves out of range.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Grupe fails to land with a series of punches.
Li lands a nice hook to Grupe's body. Grupe takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Li misses with the combination.
As Li looks to move away, Grupe throws a big counter combo bu Li just gets out of the way.
Li takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Li changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Howard Li seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Grupe looks to land a combination but Li avoids it well.
Li looks to score with a jab to the body but Grupe is just out of range.
Grupe wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Li throws a nice looking combination but Grupe bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Li misses with a two punch combination.
Grupe slips under a jab from Li.
Li is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Grupe rather than just go for the knockout.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Li.
Li pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Grupe takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Grupe dodges the punch combination from Li.
Li misses with a few strikes there.
Howard Li is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Li throws a jab when Grupe was well out of range.
Li connects with the punch.
Li throws an overhand right that lands on Grupe's shoulder, as Grupe tries to avoid the shot.
Grupe just misses with a punch to the body.
Li blocks a jab.
Li circles away from the clinch attempt.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Li uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Li jabs Grupe right on the nose. Grupe blinks but takes it well.
Li throws a right and a left that both miss.
Good standup being displayed there by Li as he connects with a hook.
Grupe is rocked!
Grupe slips a jab and a cross from Li.
Oh Grupe is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
A combination from Li does no damage.
No joy there for Li, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Grupe seems to have got his legs back now.
Grupe ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Grupe throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Grupe throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Li thows a left - swing and a miss!
Grupe moves out of range of the leg kick from Li.
Grupe appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Li misses with a jab, cross combination.
Li ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Grupe moves away.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
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!
Li misses with a hook
and Grupe counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Li thinking.
Li throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Li leaves Grupe with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
A big right from Li misses.
Li throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Grupe went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Li misses with a combination
and Grupe counters with a nice uppercut.
Li tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Grupe was well out of range. Poor timing from Li.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Grupe.
Li throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
As Li looks to move away, Grupe throws a big counter combo bu Li just gets out of the way.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Howard Li dominated that 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.
Li looks to throw the jab but Grupe is out of range.
Grupe is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Grupe takes one to the chin there.
Li throws out a loose jab but Grupe uses good head movement to avoid it.
Li avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Grupe with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Li to score with a decent uppercut.
Li misses with a head kick.
Grupe appears to be looking for a big counter.
Li goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Li throws a right and a left that both miss.
A quick step to the side and Grupe tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Grupe might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Li pulls out of a head kick attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Grupe lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Li circles away quickly and effectively.
Li throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Grupe on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Li rushes Grupe with punches - Grupe moves straight backwards instead of circling and gets clipped by the second strike... and the third... and the fourth! Oh, Grupe goes down! Li follows up with more strikes and the ref steps in to end the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:05 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Howard Li!
A less than humble Howard Li misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.
Norbert Grupe spoke after the fight, saying 'sorry fans, sorry boss, sorry organisation but i will retire now!'.
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Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Jim Degrizz (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Brutus Landry (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Brutus Landry acknowledges the crowd's support as he enters the cage.
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 5 rounds, for the light 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 Los Angeles, Jim Degrizz!
And introducing the challenger to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
17 - 6 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Brutus Landry!
The judges for this bout are Frank Antenori, Don Winkell and Timothy Bukovac.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Landry missing with a left hand there. Degrizz was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Landry lands a slapping body shot.
Landry bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Landry waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Degrizz.
A head kick misses from Landry.
Degrizz cracks Landry with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Landry lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Landry lands a big head kick that sends Degrizz tumbling to the mat! Landry takes a step backwards and waves Degrizz back to his feet - he wants the finish!
It looks like Jim Degrizz has been cut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Landry misses with a wild combination.
Landry slips a straight right by Degrizz.
Degrizz blocks a low kick nicely.
Degrizz thinks about countering with a head kick.
We've been hearing reports that Degrizz has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Brutus Landry seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Landry motions for Degrizz to come forward. Landry throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Landry moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Landry throws a nice outside leg kick.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Landry misses with the combination.
Degrizz checks a leg kick nicely.
Degrizz was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Landry throws a body punch but Degrizz moves out of range.
A counter left hand to the body from Degrizz misses its target.
Degrizz shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Landry is trying to defend but Degrizz finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Degrizz looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Degrizz throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Degrizz wants to free his trapped foot but Landry is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Landry is defending against the submission attempts here by Degrizz.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Landry tries to roll over but Degrizz keeps him under control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Degrizz wants to control but Landry is keeping him busy.
Degrizz is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Landry is looking to improve his position.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Degrizz is working for a kimura but Landry is defending it quite comfortably.
Degrizz is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Landry tries to roll over but Degrizz keeps him under control.
Degrizz wants to pass to mount but Landry is defending the position.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Degrizz is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Landry is just riding it out for now. Degrizz eventually gives up the hold.
Landry is looking for a sweep. Degrizz is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Degrizz controlling the action here.
Degrizz seems to be looking for submissions.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Brutus Landry dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Jim Degrizz's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
Degrizz looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Landry scores with a jab to the jaw.
Landry lands a left and a right that send Degrizz crashing to the mat, dazed. Landry thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!
Degrizz is rocked!
Landry thuds a left hand into Degrizz's body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Landry misses with an attempted mid kick.
Landry drops Degrizz with a beautiful combination! Degrizz stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Landry is looking for the KO!
Oh Degrizz is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Landry moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Landry lands with a nice body kick.
Landry circles away before darting back in with a big straight right hand. It connects beautifully and sends Degrizz tumbling to the canvas! He's out cold! Landry wins by KO!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:38 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Brutus Landry!
Brutus Landry is the new light heavyweight champion!
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Coming up we have a lightweight MMA rules bout between Venum Tree Knee Dad (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Ric Flores (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Tree Knee Dad comes to the cage accompanied by Not Falling by Mudvayne. Flores has chosen Napalm & Erruption- In San Francisco as his entrance music, which hasn't gone down very well with the crowd. I don't know about you partner, but I'm pumped for this one!
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152 lbs
15 - 3 - 0 |
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180 cm
29
168 lbs
11 - 11 - 0 |
Abu Dhabi Champ
Excellent boxer
Insanely flexible |
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Good wrestler
Excellent MT
Good gas tank |
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 5 rounds, for the lightweight championship of the world!
Introducing the champion to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
15 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Venum Tree Knee Dad!
And introducing the challenger to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
11 - 11 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Ric Flores!
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, Timothy Bukovac and Frank Antenori.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Flores throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Tree Knee Dad.
Tree Knee Dad has a takedown stuffed.
Flores throws a right and a left that both miss.
A punch combination from Flores misses.
Flores stalks Tree Knee Dad and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Tree Knee Dad's face. Tree Knee Dad staggers backwards, shaken.
Flores gets caught napping as Tree Knee Dad dives in and scores a takedown. Flores manages to retain guard.
Flores has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Rancid Fight Club. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Tree Knee Dad passes Flores's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Tree Knee Dad tries to pass to full mount but Flores defends it.
Tree Knee Dad 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.
Flores is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Tree Knee Dad pulls his head out easily.
Tree Knee Dad perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Tree Knee Dad trying to pass the guard but Flores defending well.
Tree Knee Dad is working hard here to advance position.
Flores is staying active underneath Tree Knee Dad, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tree Knee Dad prevents Flores from improving his position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Flores actively working from the bottom here.
Flores wants to control but Tree Knee Dad is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Flores tries to get to full guard but Tree Knee Dad has control of the leg.
Flores won't allow Tree Knee Dad to pass to mount.
Flores works his way to full guard. Good work.
Tree Knee Dad wants to control from the top but Flores keeps moving.
Tree Knee Dad wants to pass the guard but Flores is keeping the position.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Flores 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.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Flores trying to keep a closed guard but Tree Knee Dad is proving a slippery customer.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Tree Knee Dad slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Tree Knee Dad wants to control but Flores is keeping him busy.
Flores tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Tree Knee Dad thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Tree Knee Dad working away.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Flores gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Tree Knee Dad is looking to take a break and control but Flores is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Flores is looking to control Tree Knee Dad's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Flores avoid being mounted?
Flores won't allow Tree Knee Dad to pass to mount.
Tree Knee Dad is looking for a kimura here.
Flores won't allow Tree Knee Dad to pass to mount.
Flores trying to control from the bottom.
Tree Knee Dad tries to pass to full mount but Flores defends it.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Tree Knee Dad with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Tree Knee Dad wants to lay and pray for a moment but Flores keeps working.
Tree Knee Dad is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Flores!
Flores tries to hold on but Tree Knee Dad pushes him away.
Flores is wriggling around trying to escape.
Flores tries to hold on but Tree Knee Dad pushes him away.
Flores is wriggling around trying to escape.
Tree Knee Dad looking to control but Flores is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Tree Knee Dad wants to take Flores's back here but Flores is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
Flores sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Venum Tree Knee Dad dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
Tree Knee Dad dives in and scores a takedown into Flores's guard.
Flores wants to sweep but no luck.
Tree Knee Dad is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Tree Knee Dad slips nicely into half guard.
Flores won't allow Tree Knee Dad to pass to mount.
Flores gets back to full guard.
Flores looking to control.
Tree Knee Dad preventing the sweep.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tree Knee Dad trying to control the position from guard on top but Flores is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Tree Knee Dad pushes down on Flores's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Flores wants to get back to full guard.
Venum Tree Knee Dad overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Tree Knee Dad content to control rather than advance.
Tree Knee Dad prevents Flores from improving his position.
Tree Knee Dad works his way into full mount!
Tree Knee Dad takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Tree Knee Dad fails to take his opponent's back.
Flores is desperately trying to improve his position but Tree Knee Dad has a good base and remains in mount.
Tree Knee Dad controlling from mount.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Flores is working to get back to half guard.
Flores is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Flores is looking to get to half guard.
Tree Knee Dad moves to the back position.
Flores fending off the submission attempt from Tree Knee Dad.
Tree Knee Dad is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Flores is defending well though. Tree Knee Dad let's go of the attempt for now.
Flores is trying to break free.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Tree Knee Dad looking for the RNC.
Flores looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Flores wants to escape the position.
Flores trying to control the position but Tree Knee Dad manages to sink in the hooks.
Tree Knee Dad biding his time, looking for the opening.
Tree Knee Dad wants to control but Flores is keeping busy.
Flores wants to escape the position.
Tree Knee Dad patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Flores rolls, trying to escape but Tree Knee Dad keeps control of the position.
Flores is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Flores is in bad spot here.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Tree Knee Dad really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Flores.
Tree Knee Dad controlling well, preventing Flores from escaping the position.
Flores fending off the submission attempt from Tree Knee Dad.
Tree Knee Dad is not going to allow Flores to sit and survive in this position.
Flores turns into Tree Knee Dad and is now in his guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Flores 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.
Flores stopping the sweep attempt from Tree Knee Dad.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Venum Tree Knee Dad 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.
Flores throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Flores throws a right hand that Tree Knee Dad ducks under and follows up with a left that Tree Knee Dad also avoids with ease.
Flores throws a looping overhand right but Tree Knee Dad ducks down to avoid it.
Flores throws a leg kick but Tree Knee Dad checks it.
Flores throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Tree Knee Dad feints and as Flores raises his hands in defense, Tree Knee Dad changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Flores is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Tree Knee Dad trying to control but Flores is working from the bottom.
Tree Knee Dad is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Flores can do to turn this around?
Tree Knee Dad advances to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Flores trying to hold on to Tree Knee Dad's head to control him but Tree Knee Dad postures up.
Flores is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Tree Knee Dad is staying active.
Flores is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Tree Knee Dad pulls his head out easily.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Flores wants to get back to full guard.
Flores is in trouble now - Tree Knee Dad has advanced to mount!
Flores working to try and regain half guard.
Flores tries to improve his position but Tree Knee Dad has taken his back! Tree Knee Dad has a choke - it's sunk in pretty tight... Will Flores tap? No... maybe... yes! He's tapped! Tree Knee Dad pushes Flores away and gets up to celebrate with his corner!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:44 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Venum Tree Knee Dad!
Venum Tree Knee Dad retains his lightweight title!
An out of breath and clearly excited Venum Tree Knee Dad thanked Kemists ↑ 5x160Q for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).
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