Openweight MMA 2 PBP Commentary

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a super heavyweight MMA rules bout between Mohamed Brendan (ranked 5180 p4p, 117 weight class) and Nikhil Remao (ranked 6148 p4p, 134 weight class). Nikhil Remao will no doubt be trying to keep this one on the feet, where he has a distinct advantage.

Brendan
vs
Remao

185 cm
25
214 lbs
1 - 0 - 0

167 cm
25
155 lbs
0 - 2 - 0

Decent wrestler
Brawler
KO power

BJJ White Belt
Excellent boxer
Solid chin

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the super heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 1 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Mohamed Brendan!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 0 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Nikhil Remao!
The judges for this bout are Arvi Lind, Matti Vanhoillinen and Marco Blurström.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Remao scores with a one two! Brendan had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
A head kick misses from Brendan.
Brendan takes one to the side of the head.
Brendan displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Remao.
Remao is trying hard to land a takedown here. Brendan sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Remao closes the distance and clinches up with Brendan, looking for a takedown. Remao pushes Brendan against the cage but Brendan circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Mohamed Brendan has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Nikhil Remao.
Brendan takes a swing at Remao's ribcage but misses.
Remao fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Brendan tries to land a front kick but Remao steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A head kick misses from Remao.
Remao blocks a leg kick.

Brendan darts in and clinches Remao up against the cage.
Remao tries to pull guard but Brendan won't allow it.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Brendan pressing his opponent against the cage.

Brendan jumps guard.
Brendan is adopting a defensive guard.
Remao trying to control but Brendan is working from the bottom.
Brendan pulls Remao in close to prevent any damage.
Brendan on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Brendan tries to get out of the position.
Remao prevents Brendan from getting back to his feet.

That's two 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.

Brendan looking for a triangle here. Remao is fighting it but it looks tight! Brendan pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Remao is tapping out - this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Mohamed Brendan!

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
39%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a super heavyweight MMA rules bout between Ewart Soso (ranked 5186 p4p, 116 weight class) and Gobinda Svatopluk (ranked 5184 p4p, 120 weight class). Gobinda Svatopluk is the more experienced fighter, so let's see if that makes a difference tonight.

Soso
vs
Svatopluk

192 cm
25
204 lbs
0 - 1 - 0

172 cm
25
148 lbs
0 - 1 - 0

BJJ Blue Belt
Solid Muay Thai
Granite chin

BJJ Blue Belt
Decent boxing
Tends to cut

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the super heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 0 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Ewart Soso!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 0 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Gobinda Svatopluk!
The judges for this bout are Anni Minnemäki, Roosa Järviläinen and Ben Zyskovitsi.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Soso tries for a takedown but Svatopluk sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Svatopluk avoids the clinch attempt nicely.

Svatopluk takes the fight into the clinch.
Soso drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Svatopluk gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Svatopluk tries to pull guard but Soso forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Soso misses with a knee to the head.

Soso breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Soso lands a head kick!
Svatopluk misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Svatopluk tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Soso defends well and Svatopluk ends up having to push Soso into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Ewart Soso has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Gobinda Svatopluk.
Svatopluk avoids a punch combination nicely.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Soso drives through and clinches with Svatopluk against the cage.
Svatopluk can't break the clinch.
Svatopluk misses with an elbow strike.
Svatopluk is trying to break free.
Soso trying to land knees to the body.
Soso taking a breather.

Soso escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Soso avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Nice defenses there by Svatopluk.
No luck for Soso with that takedown attempt.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Soso displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Svatopluk.

Svatopluk moves into the clinch.
Soso content to slow the pace in the clinch.

Svatopluk manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Soso throwing strikes from guard but Svatopluk blocks nicely.
Svatopluk has control of Soso's left arm, preventing Soso from doing any damage.
Soso trying to control but Svatopluk is working from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Svatopluk has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Soso is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.
Stalling in the clinch from Svatopluk.
Soso prevents a takedown attempt there.
Soso drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.

Soso breaks from the clinch.
Soso displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Svatopluk.
Soso keeps the fight on the outside.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Soso.
Soso fails with an attempt to clinch.
Svatopluk now looks to counter with a shot at the body.

Soso clinches up against the cage.
Soso is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Svatopluk to keep the fight standing.
A frustrated look appears on Svatopluk's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Svatopluk is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.

Svatopluk pulls guard.
Svatopluk 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.
Soso in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Svatopluk wants to sweep here but Soso controlling him for the moment.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Ewart Soso will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.

Soso pushes Svatopluk up against the cage in a clinch.
Svatopluk wants to get back to striking at distance but Soso won't allow it.
Svatopluk goes for a takedown attempt but Soso pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.

Soso gets in close and instigates a clinch.

Soso jumps into guard, dragging Svatopluk to the mat.
Svatopluk sitting in guard here, content to control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Svatopluk prevents Soso from getting back to his feet.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Soso looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Soso is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move.

Svatopluk is not content to let Soso control the position.
Svatopluk trying to control here.
Soso performing his best blanket impression for a moment.

Svatopluk looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

Soso is working for a submission of some sort.
Svatopluk is trying to get back to full guard.
Soso thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Svatopluk has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Soso is working away from the top position though.

Soso wants to work for an arm triangle but Svatopluk is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Soso thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Svatopluk is not content to let Soso control the position.

The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Soso tries a low kick but Svatopluk avoids it.
Svatopluk fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Soso avoids it really well and circles away.
Svatopluk is trying hard to land a takedown here. Soso sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Ewart Soso has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Gobinda Svatopluk.
Svatopluk misses with a takedown attempt - Soso sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Soso appears to be looking for a big counter.

That's four minutes gone in the round.

Soso forces Svatopluk back against the cage and clinches.
Svatopluk has had enough of the clinch but Soso keeps him there for the moment.
Svatopluk wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.

Soso manages to break the clinch.

Soso closes the distance and pushes Svatopluk back into the cage.
Svatopluk stops a takedown attempt from Soso.
Soso has Svatopluk pressed against the cage.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Soso tries to pull guard but Svatopluk forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Soso is looking to take this one to the mat.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ewart Soso dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!

Svatopluk shoots in but Soso avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Svatopluk throws a head kick that misses.
Svatopluk tries to clinch up.
Svatopluk throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Soso's waist but Soso gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Svatopluk off to one side.
Soso tries to close the distance and clinch up but Svatopluk swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Svatopluk shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Soso but Soso pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Ewart Soso has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Gobinda Svatopluk.
Soso defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Svatopluk.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Soso shoots in for a double leg but Svatopluk sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
A little jabbing left from Svatopluk on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Ewart Soso is winning the standup battle so far.
Soso tries to clinch but Svatopluk moves out of range.
Soso throws a head kick but Svatopluk moves out of range.
Soso shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Svatopluk pinned against the cage. Svatopluk gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Svatopluk throws a counter combo.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Soso has his takedown stuffed

and Svatopluk holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Soso fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Soso throws an elbow that misses.
Svatopluk tries to pull guard but Soso holds him up against the cage and eventually Svatopluk drops back down to his feet.
Soso is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Soso is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Svatopluk to keep the fight standing.
Soso is trying to maintain a safe position but Svatopluk gets an underhook and turns Soso into the cage.
Soso is working for takedown but Svatopluk is calmly controlling the position for now.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Soso using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Svatopluk has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.

Soso escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Nice sprawl there from Svatopluk as Soso shoots in.
Soso blocks a head kick by Svatopluk.
Svatopluk shoots for a takedown but Soso saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Soso throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
enabling Svatopluk to counter with a crisp jab.
Soso throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Soso shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Svatopluk tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Soso swivels and escapes.
Svatopluk misses with a double jab.
Soso keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Ewart Soso is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Soso keeps Svatopluk at a distance using the push kick.

Soso clinches.
Ewart Soso has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Soso landing knees to the head.

Soso escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Soso blocks a head kick by Svatopluk.
Svatopluk shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Svatopluk has a takedown stuffed.
Soso swings away with a body shot that misses
and Svatopluk counters with a straight right hand.
Svatopluk shoots in for a takedown but Soso shows good takedown defense.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Svatopluk tries to score a power double leg takedown but Soso sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Svatopluk somewhat.
A slapping body kick lands there for Soso.
Soso jabs Svatopluk to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Svatopluk will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Soso drops down looking for a counter takedown but Svatopluk sprawls and moves away.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.

Soso fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Svatopluk, pushing him back against the cage.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Soso can't find room to land a body shot as Svatopluk controls the action.
Gobinda Svatopluk has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Ewart Soso is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Svatopluk wants to take the fight to the mat but Soso manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.

And that's the end of the fight!
Ewart Soso showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Soso, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Anni Minnemäki scores the fight 30:27
Judge Roosa Järviläinen scores the fight 29:28
Judge Ben Zyskovitsi scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ewart Soso!

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
30%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a super heavyweight MMA rules bout between Dand Prem (ranked 5183 p4p, 118 weight class) and Roman Agus (ranked 5181 p4p, 122 weight class). Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.

Prem
vs
Agus

188 cm
25
188 lbs
1 - 0 - 0

198 cm
25
223 lbs
1 - 0 - 0

BJJ Blue Belt
Solid Muay Thai
Self confident

BJJ Blue Belt
Solid Muay Thai
Granite chin

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the super heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 1 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Dand Prem!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 1 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Roman Agus!
The judges for this bout are Anni Minnemäki, Johanna Lukiainen and Ben Zyskovitsi.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!

Prem takes the fight into the clinch.
Prem is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.

Agus pulls guard effortlessly.
Prem in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Prem won't allow Agus to sweep him here.

Prem stands up from Agus's guard - Prem perhaps looking for a knockout.
Agus goes for a double leg but Prem avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Prem continues to drive forward.
Prem dives in for a single leg takedown but Agus sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Despite the aggression on Agus's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Agus fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Prem has a takedown stuffed.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dand Prem. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Prem doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Agus counters with a one-two to the body.
Agus shoots in for a double leg but Prem sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Prem dives in for a single leg takedown but Agus sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.

Agus darts in and clinches Prem up against the cage.
Prem tries to pull guard but Agus holds him up against the cage and eventually Prem drops back down to his feet.
Agus has Prem pressed against the cage, preventing Prem from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Prem doesn't land with the attempted body shot.

Agus breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Good leg kick by Prem there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Prem tries to score a power double leg takedown but Agus sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Prem somewhat.
Agus lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Agus misses with a lunging right hand

and Prem counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Agus is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Prem pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Prem swings wildly with an uppercut but Agus uses good head movement to avoid it.
Agus is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Prem to keep the fight standing.
Agus jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Prem walks away with a smile on his face. Agus gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Prem looks to score with a jab to the body but Agus is just out of range.
Prem throws a head kick that misses.
Agus throws a lazy head kick
and Prem counters with a two punch combo.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Prem tries a head kick but it misses.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Agus shoots and misses
and Prem counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Prem fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Agus avoids it really well and circles away.
Prem throws a head kick that misses.
Agus goes for a double leg but Prem avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Prem continues to drive forward.
Agus looks winded!
Agus keeps the fight on the outside.
No joy there for Agus, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Agus tries to clinch but Prem moves out of range.
Agus moves in looking to clinch but Prem pushes him off.
Prem fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Agus shoots for a double leg takedown but Prem sprawls well. He's pushed Agus's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Prem shoots in for a double leg but Agus sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Prem throws a quick inside leg kick.
Horrible takedown attempt by Agus or perhaps it was just good defense by Prem, which made it look bad.
Prem went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Prem tries to clinch there but Agus circles away.
Agus with a lazy takedown attempt

and Prem counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Prem.
Prem working aggressively here.
Agus lands with a left to the head.
Prem stalling.
Agus fails to pull guard.
Prem changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Agus fights it off and pushes away nicely.
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!
Agus tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Prem defends well and Agus ends up having to push Prem into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

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

Prem has a takedown stuffed.

Prem closes the distance and pushes Agus back into the cage.
Prem gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Agus.
Agus is looking to take this one to the mat.
A bit of stalling here from Prem.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Agus can't break the clinch.

Prem manages to break the clinch.
Dand Prem is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.

Prem closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Agus tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Prem smiles and moves away.
Dand Prem has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Roman Agus.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Agus fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Agus fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Agus is breathing heavily.
Prem looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Agus is fending him off so far but Prem persists. Nope, Agus circles away and we're back to standing.
Agus with the counter takedown but Prem avoids it easily.
Agus will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Agus tries to score a power double leg takedown but Prem sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Agus somewhat.

Prem has taken the fight to the clinch.
Agus jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Prem walks away with a smile on his face. Agus gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Prem connects with a high kick.
Prem misses with a series of wild punches.
Prem tries to close the distance and clinch up but Agus swats him away and circles back towards the center.

Prem takes the fight into the clinch.
The referee calls for Prem to work.
Agus is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Prem pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Agus using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Prem has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Prem tries a knee to the head but Agus blocks it.
Prem is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Agus gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Agus gets underhooks to prevent Prem's takedown attempt.
Agus goes for a takedown in the clinch but Prem prevents it.
Prem is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Agus is defending well.
Prem has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Agus is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Agus content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Prem goes for a takedown attempt but Agus pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Prem fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Prem sets himself, and Agus steps forward looking for the clinch! Prem avoids it this time.
Agus steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Prem.

Agus has taken the fight to the clinch.
Prem tries a body shot but Agus blocks it.
Agus blocks a body shot from Prem.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Agus misses with the head strike.
Agus has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Prem avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Agus tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.

Prem breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Prem is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Agus can do to turn this around?
Agus throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Prem's waist but Prem gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Agus off to one side.

Prem closes the distance and clinches.

Prem pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Prem with a poor takedown
and Agus counters with a lovely straight right hand!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.

Prem has taken the fight to the clinch.

Prem manages to break the clinch.
Agus is trying hard to land a takedown here. Prem sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Dand Prem dominated that second round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!

Prem has Agus up against the cage in a clinch.

Agus's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Agus stuffs the takedown attempt from Prem. Prem gets slowly back to his feet.
Prem fails with the takedown.
Prem tries to clinch up but Agus circles away and keeps his distance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Agus fails to land with a series of punches.
Agus shoots in looking for a takedown but Prem manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Agus's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Prem throws a head kick but Agus moves out of range.
Agus wants to counter the offense by Prem and move into the clinch position.
Prem displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Agus.
Agus takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Prem closes this distance looking for a takedown but Agus circles away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dand Prem. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Prem walks into a jab.
Agus will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Prem goes for a double leg but Agus avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Agus continues to drive forward.

Prem has managed to clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Prem.
Agus has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Prem avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Agus is trying to pull guard but Prem turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Prem throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Stalling in the clinch from Prem.
Prem tries a knee to the head but he's missed.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Prem leaning his opponent against the cage.

Prem drags the fight down to the ground.
Prem avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Prem wants to sweep but no luck.
Agus passes Prem's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Prem is not content to let Agus control the position.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Prem is trying is best to control the position here.
Prem has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Agus is working away from the top position though.
Prem pushes Agus off but Agus dives into side control.
Agus throws a strike aimed at the side of Prem's head but Prem avoids it well.
Agus slows the pace down.
Agus working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Prem is not content to let Agus control the position.

The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Dand Prem is winning the standup battle so far.
Agus fails with the takedown
and Prem counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Agus changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Prem tries to avoid it but Agus manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Prem to the ground. Prem escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
A little feinted left hand from Prem on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.

Prem clinches up with Agus and pushes him back against the cage.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Prem goes for a takedown in the clinch but Agus prevents it.
Agus is stalling here.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Dand Prem.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Prem, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Anni Minnemäki scores the fight 30:27
Judge Johanna Lukiainen scores the fight 30:27
Judge Ben Zyskovitsi scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Dand Prem!

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
36%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a super heavyweight MMA rules bout between Suman Giovanni (ranked 5182 p4p, 115 weight class) and Ittai Amram (ranked 5179 p4p, 114 weight class). On his way into the cage it seems that Suman Giovanni has been attacked by a crazed fan! It looks like it might have been the just bleed guy! Luckily Suman Giovanni seems to be OK! I thought that lunatic was in prison!?

Giovanni
vs
Amram

155 cm
25
133 lbs
1 - 0 - 0

177 cm
25
141 lbs
0 - 1 - 0

Good takedowns
Brawler
Granite chin

BJJ Blue Belt
Decent boxing
Determined

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the super heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 1 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Suman Giovanni!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 0 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Ittai Amram!
The judges for this bout are Ben Zyskovitsi, Johanna Lukiainen and Tarja Halkonen.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!

Giovanni clinches up with Amram and pushes him back against the cage.

Amram pulls guard successfully.
Amram is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Giovanni could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
Giovanni preventing the sweep.
Amram bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Giovanni's guard.

Amram stops Giovanni from standing up.
Amram stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Giovanni swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Giovanni has Amram pulled in close to control his posture.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Giovanni wants to sweep here but Amram controlling him for the moment.
Amram throws a big elbow that misses.
Giovanni might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Giovanni keeping full guard, as Amram tries to pass.
Amram slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Giovanni manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Amram manages to get himself to full guard.

Giovanni trying to control the position from guard on top but Amram is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Amram throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Giovanni has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Amram is proving hard to escape from.
Giovanni pushes down on Amram's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Amram avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Giovanni.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Giovanni is trying to get back to his feet now but his leg is trapped.
The fighters are battling for position here. Amram manages to regain full guard. Nice work.

Amram is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Giovanni defends well.
Giovanni slips nicely into half guard.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Giovanni trying to control the action but Amram is working from the bottom.
Well, if Giovanni is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Giovanni wants to control but Amram is keeping him busy.

The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Amram misses with a takedown attempt - Giovanni sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Giovanni fails with an attempt to clinch.
Amram lands a jab-cross combination.

Giovanni closes the distance and pushes Amram back into the cage.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Giovanni working aggressively here.
Amram tries to pull guard but Giovanni won't allow it.
Amram goes for a takedown in the clinch but Giovanni prevents it.
Suman Giovanni has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ittai Amram.
Amram is trying to pull guard but Giovanni has him pressed against the cage.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Amram dodges an elbow strike from Giovanni.
Giovanni can't find room to land a body shot as Amram controls the action.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.

Giovanni jumps into guard, dragging Amram to the mat.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Amram postures up in Giovanni's guard and throws a big left but Giovanni blocks it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

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

Amram tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Giovanni manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Amram shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Giovanni pinned against the cage. Giovanni gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.

Giovanni rushes Amram and presses him up against the cage.
Amram wants to get back to striking at distance but Giovanni won't allow it.

Giovanni has hold of one of Amram's legs. Amram is fighting the takedown attempt but Giovanni gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.

Amram wriggles free and stands up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.

The fight moves into the clinch position.
Giovanni misses with a body punch.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Amram on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.

Giovanni gets control of Amram's arms and successfully pulls guard. Giovanni will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Amram trying to control but Giovanni is working from the bottom.
Giovanni pulls Amram in close to prevent any damage.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Giovanni is on top in guard.

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

Amram working for submissions but it's allowed Giovanni to get to half guard.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Giovanni is stalling here. Amram is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Giovanni seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Amram has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
Giovanni gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Amram wants to control but Giovanni is keeping him busy.
Giovanni is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Giovanni controlling the position well.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Amram seems to be working for a kimura but Giovanni defends the submission attempt.
Giovanni controlling the position well.
Giovanni makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Giovanni.

Giovanni looking for subs off his back but Amram has passed one foot through into half guard.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Giovanni is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Amram is just content to waste time from the top position. Giovanni takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Giovanni keeping moving, preventing Amram from controlling successfully.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Amram would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Suman Giovanni dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!

Amram throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Giovanni's waist but Giovanni gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Amram off to one side.
Amram shoots in but Giovanni avoids the takedown attempt easily.

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

Giovanni is working for a submission here. He's got hold of the far side arm and he's looking for a kimura. He's cranking on the arm and he's got it! Amram is tapping out! Ouch, that looked like it hurt!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:41 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Suman Giovanni!

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
34%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a super heavyweight MMA rules bout between Zeru Subramaniam (ranked 5185 p4p, 113 weight class) and Jessie Alejandro (ranked 5187 p4p, 119 weight class). Zeru Subramaniam has the better chin. Will he look to stand and bang today?

Subramaniam
vs
Alejandro

211 cm
25
243 lbs
1 - 0 - 0

164 cm
25
139 lbs
0 - 1 - 0

Decent wrestler
Brawler
Good chin

BJJ Blue Belt
Decent boxing
Intelligent

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the super heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 1 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Zeru Subramaniam!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 0 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Jessie Alejandro !
The judges for this bout are Marco Blurström, Matti Vanhoillinen and Johanna Lukiainen.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Alejandro throws a low kick but Subramaniam avoids it.
Subramaniam defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Alejandro .

Subramaniam closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Alejandro did well to prevent Subramaniam getting side control.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Subramaniam tries to stand but can't do so whilst Alejandro controls his leg.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Subramaniam lands a nice short elbow.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Subramaniam in particular looking to stall.
Alejandro taking some punishment here, with Subramaniam in his half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.

Alejandro is defending against the submission attempts here by Subramaniam.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Subramaniam trying to pass the guard but Alejandro defending well.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Alejandro tries to get to full guard but Subramaniam has control of the leg.
Subramaniam has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Subramaniam sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Subramaniam'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.

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.
Alejandro trying to control here.

Subramaniam is working for a submission of some sort.
Subramaniam sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Alejandro defending well though.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Subramaniam scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Still in half guard, Subramaniam seems content to control.
Alejandro throws a strike from the bottom but Subramaniam passes into side control!
Subramaniam controlling the position from side mount.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.

Subramaniam goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Alejandro has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Subramaniam but great work by Alejandro .
Subramaniam wants to control but Alejandro postures up.
Subramaniam on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Subramaniam tries to get out of the position.
Subramaniam is not content to let Alejandro control the position.
Subramaniam struggling a bit here.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Subramaniam is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Alejandro has just dragged him back down to the mat.
Alejandro gets to mount! Subramaniam was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly.
Subramaniam sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Subramaniam is trying to get back to full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

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

Alejandro shoots for a double leg takedown but Subramaniam sprawls well. He's pushed Alejandro 's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Subramaniam is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Alejandro can do to turn this around?
Alejandro closes the distance and clinches up with Subramaniam, looking for a takedown. Alejandro pushes Subramaniam against the cage but Subramaniam circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.

Subramaniam throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Alejandro tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Subramaniam is in Alejandro 's guard.
Alejandro is wriggling around but Subramaniam manages to pass to half guard.

Subramaniam passes into side control, despite Alejandro 's attempt to control the position.

Subramaniam working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Subramaniam happy to just control the position for now.

That's one minute gone in the round.
You can see the frustration on Alejandro 's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Subramaniam is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Alejandro 's shoulder. That is not cool.

Subramaniam working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Alejandro wants to control but Subramaniam postures up.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Subramaniam tries to get to his feet but he's trapped momentarily.
Alejandro can't do much from the bottom here.
Alejandro is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Subramaniam takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.

The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.

Alejandro is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Subramaniam's half guard.
Alejandro trying to advance position but Subramaniam counters by regaining guard.
Alejandro is fighting to break Subramaniam's control of his arms but Subramaniam is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Alejandro trying to move into half guard but instead Subramaniam has managed to sweep!

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

That's four minutes gone in the round.

Subramaniam working for a triangle but Alejandro defends it easily.
Subramaniam will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Subramaniam looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Subramaniam has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Zeru Subramaniam dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!

Alejandro stuffs the takedown.
Subramaniam shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Alejandro as he jumps to the side.
A head kick by Subramaniam misses
and Alejandro counters with a one-two to the body.
Alejandro shoots in and drives through. Subramaniam sprawls well.
Subramaniam tries to clinch up but Alejandro circles away and keeps his distance.
The fighters circling - Subramaniam throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Alejandro misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Alejandro moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Subramaniam takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.

Alejandro gets caught napping as Subramaniam dives in and scores a takedown. Alejandro manages to retain 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!
Subramaniam sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Alejandro 's guard.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Alejandro is trying to control but can't.
Alejandro is trying to stand back up but Subramaniam is controlling him
Alejandro is looking for a sweep. Subramaniam is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Alejandro takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Subramaniam lands strikes from half guard.
Alejandro taking some punishment here, with Subramaniam in his half guard.
Alejandro desperately trying to maintain half guard.

Subramaniam is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Alejandro sees it coming and defends easily.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Subramaniam takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Further stalling from Subramaniam.
Subramaniam stops Alejandro from getting back to his feet.
Subramaniam passes the guard and advances to mount!
Subramaniam content just to control the position here.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Alejandro tries to lock up and control but Subramaniam gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Subramaniam lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
Subramaniam controlling from the full mount.
A nice elbow there by Subramaniam.
Subramaniam lands a nice shot to the head.
Subramaniam lands a couple of good shots and Alejandro has given up his back, trying to escape the position!

Alejandro is rocked!
Subramaniam trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Alejandro doesn't escape.

That's four minutes gone in the round.

Subramaniam is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Alejandro is defending well though. Subramaniam let's go of the attempt for now.
Subramaniam controlling from the back.

Subramaniam looking to break Alejandro 's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Alejandro remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Subramaniam will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Subramaniam gets his hooks in and is throwing strikes.

And that's the end of the fight!
Zeru Subramaniam showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Subramaniam, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Marco Blurström scores the fight 30:27
Judge Matti Vanhoillinen scores the fight 30:27
Judge Johanna Lukiainen scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Zeru Subramaniam!

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
28%

Co-main event

Coming up we have a super heavyweight MMA rules bout between Peter Oneil (ranked 3696 p4p, 92 weight class) and Jonathon Harel (ranked 5178 p4p, 121 weight class). Peter Oneil has the edge in experience - let's see if he can make that count tonight.

Oneil
vs
Harel

180 cm
18
134 lbs
0 - 1 - 0

185 cm
25
179 lbs
0 - 1 - 0

BJJ Blue Belt
Brawler
Good in bed

Dangerous GnP
Brawler
Determined

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the super heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 0 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Peter Oneil!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 0 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Jonathon Harel!
The judges for this bout are Roosa Järviläinen, Arvi Lind and Johanna Lukiainen.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!

Harel closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Harel lands in his opponent's guard.
Harel must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Harel not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Harel pushing down on Oneil's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Harel content to control rather than advance.
Oneil is breathing heavily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.

Harel is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Oneil is in trouble now - Harel has advanced to mount!
Harel controlling the position easily from mount.
Oneil looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Oneil really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Harel lands a heavy elbow.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Harel controlling from mount.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.

Harel is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Oneil is surviving well by controlling Harel's body position as best he can.
Harel scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Oneil?
Harel content just to control the position here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!

Harel is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Oneil has managed to escape the submission attempt.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jonathon Harel dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.

Harel fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Oneil to the ground. Harel is now in Oneil's guard.
Harel showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.

Harel 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.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Harel advances position into side control!
Harel working the ground and pound.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Harel advances to mount.
Harel lands a big shot there that rocks Oneil but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Harel controlling his opponent.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Let's hope that Harel has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Harel breaks from Oneil's wrist control and lands an elbow.
Harel sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Harel lands a big shot there that rocks Oneil but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.

Oneil is rocked!
Harel drops a big elbow. That's hurt Oneil! More shots from Harel and the ref steps in! The fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jonathon Harel!

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
25%

Main event

Coming up we have a super heavyweight MMA rules bout between Sudarshan Yaakov (ranked 3659 p4p, 89 weight class) and Snorri Aquila (ranked 4115 p4p, 96 weight class). Well, I have no idea who's going to take this one!

Yaakov
vs
Aquila

175 cm
25
152 lbs
1 - 0 - 0

192 cm
25
222 lbs
2 - 0 - 0

Good wrestling
Brawler
Good chin

Good takedowns
Brawler
Likes musicals

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the super heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 1 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Sudarshan Yaakov!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 2 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Snorri Aquila!
The judges for this bout are Anni Minnemäki, Tarja Halkonen and Marco Blurström.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Yaakov keeps the fight on the outside.
Aquila throws a head kick that misses.

Yaakov looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Yaakov frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Aquila is looking to get back to his feet - it's going to be hard from this position.
Yaakov controlling the position easily from mount.
Yaakov unloads with some shots from mount but Aquila bucks and avoids them well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Aquila tries to lock up and control but Yaakov gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Yaakov looking to control but Aquila is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Yaakov throwing strikes here but Aquila is writhing around nicely and avoiding any serious damage.
Aquila tries to lock up and control but Yaakov gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Aquila wriggling around on the bottom manages to avoid the strikes thrown by Yaakov.
Aquila holding onto his opponent's waist for dear life, as Yaakov tries to land some strikes to get him to release his grip.
Aquila keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Aquila keeps trying to improve his position.
Yaakov in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Aquila tries to get back to half guard but can't.

Yaakov goes for an armbar but Aquila turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Aquila.

Yaakov has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Aquila doesn't defend quickly enough and Yaakov has managed to lock this one up! Can Aquila escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Yaakov on a fantastic submission victory.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Sudarshan Yaakov!