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Coming up we have a featherweight MMA rules bout between Tim Reynolds (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Juhana HurmoKultakala (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Tim Reynolds had a look across the cage there at his opponent. He definitely means business
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145 lbs
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Abu Dhabi Champ
Basic striking
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BJJ Brown Belt
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the featherweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
6 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Tim Reynolds!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
2 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Juhana HurmoKultakala!
The judges for this bout are Wesley Smith, Chris Downing and Frank Dennis.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Reynolds shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Reynolds shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Reynolds tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
HurmoKultakala swings for the body but Reynolds moves out of range.
Reynolds shoots in but no luck this time.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Tim Reynolds. That's going to take a lot out of him.
HurmoKultakala lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by HurmoKultakala.
Reynolds feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Reynolds has gone for a leg lock! HurmoKultakala slips out almost immediately though and dives into Reynolds's guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
HurmoKultakala controls from within his opponent's guard.
HurmoKultakala avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
HurmoKultakala stays in close to Reynolds's body and controls the position.
Reynolds 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.
Reynolds has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. HurmoKultakala is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Reynolds.
HurmoKultakala stands up.
Reynolds looks for a takedown but HurmoKultakala sprawls well.
HurmoKultakala lands a lovely overhand right.
Nice sprawl there from HurmoKultakala as Reynolds shoots in.
Reynolds avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
HurmoKultakala has Reynolds up against the cage in a clinch.
Reynolds fails to pull guard.
HurmoKultakala breaks from the clinch.
Reynolds wants to clinch but HurmoKultakala slips to the side
and HurmoKultakala counters with a three punch combo that has Reynolds backing up. Reynolds nods at HurmoKultakala to acknowledge the strikes.
Reynolds shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and HurmoKultakala cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Tim Reynolds seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Reynolds has his takedown stuffed
and HurmoKultakala cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
A big left from HurmoKultakala misses.
Some wild striking there from HurmoKultakala.
HurmoKultakala ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Reynolds moves away.
Reynolds tries for a takedown but HurmoKultakala circles away easily
and Reynolds takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
HurmoKultakala takes a swing at Reynolds's ribcage but misses.
HurmoKultakala tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Reynolds was well out of range. Poor timing from HurmoKultakala.
HurmoKultakala tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Reynolds was well out of range. Poor timing from HurmoKultakala.
Reynolds doesn't succeed with the takedown
and HurmoKultakala counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by HurmoKultakala.
HurmoKultakala makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Reynolds jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as HurmoKultakala walks away with a smile on his face. Reynolds gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Reynolds wants to clinch but HurmoKultakala slips to the side
and HurmoKultakala counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
HurmoKultakala gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
A shot in the inside from HurmoKultakala.
Reynolds fails to pull the fight into his guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
HurmoKultakala lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Reynolds backwards.
Reynolds letting HurmoKultakala take a breather here.
HurmoKultakala breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Juhana HurmoKultakala is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Reynolds doesn't succeed with the takedown
and HurmoKultakala counters with a left to the body.
Reynolds with a poor takedown
and HurmoKultakala counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Reynolds is breathing heavily.
HurmoKultakala throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Reynolds sees it coming and avoids it easily.
The fight moves into the clinch position.
The referee is keeping an eye on HurmoKultakala - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Reynolds tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Reynolds tries to pull guard but HurmoKultakala holds him up against the cage and eventually Reynolds drops back down to his feet.
Reynolds jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as HurmoKultakala walks away with a smile on his face. Reynolds gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Reynolds with a lazy takedown attempt
and HurmoKultakala counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Reynolds jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as HurmoKultakala walks away with a smile on his face. Reynolds gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
HurmoKultakala connects with a single shot there.
HurmoKultakala displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Reynolds is rocked!
Reynolds shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and HurmoKultakala counters by moving into the clinch.
A short right hand to the side of the head by HurmoKultakala.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Reynolds fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Reynolds tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Reynolds jumps guard but HurmoKultakala stands there with Reynolds around his waist. Reynolds gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Reynolds tries to pull guard but HurmoKultakala holds him up against the cage and eventually Reynolds drops back down to his feet.
Reynolds fails to pull guard.
HurmoKultakala lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Reynolds backwards.
Reynolds fails to pull guard.
HurmoKultakala lands a hook to the side of the head.
Come on HurmoKultakala - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Reynolds tries to pull guard but HurmoKultakala won't allow it.
HurmoKultakala breaks the clinch.
HurmoKultakala works the jab nicely.
HurmoKultakala comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Reynolds gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and HurmoKultakala makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Reynolds with a poor takedown
and HurmoKultakala cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
HurmoKultakala lands a lovely overhand right.
Oh Reynolds is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
HurmoKultakala fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Juhana HurmoKultakala dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
HurmoKultakala thows a body shot but no joy.
Reynolds seems to have got his legs back now.
Reynolds fails with the takedown
and HurmoKultakala holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
HurmoKultakala stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Reynolds jumps guard but HurmoKultakala stands there with Reynolds around his waist. Reynolds gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
HurmoKultakala lands with a left to the head.
Reynolds tries to pull guard but HurmoKultakala won't allow it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Tim Reynolds. That's going to take a lot out of him.
HurmoKultakala lands a shot to the body.
A right hook to the body lands for HurmoKultakala.
HurmoKultakala presses Reynolds against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
HurmoKultakala lands with a right to the head.
HurmoKultakala digs a right hand into Reynolds's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Reynolds's gas tank.
HurmoKultakala has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
A left hand lands to the body for HurmoKultakala.
HurmoKultakala digs a right hand into Reynolds's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Reynolds's gas tank.
HurmoKultakala lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
HurmoKultakala lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Reynolds backwards.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as HurmoKultakala takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
HurmoKultakala scores with a hook to the body.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, HurmoKultakala creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Reynolds tries to pull guard but HurmoKultakala holds him up against the cage and eventually Reynolds drops back down to his feet.
HurmoKultakala effectively controlling the action here.
That's one minute gone in the round.
HurmoKultakala breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Reynolds uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from HurmoKultakala.
HurmoKultakala misses with a straight right.
HurmoKultakala clinches.
Reynolds fails to pull guard.
Reynolds tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Reynolds tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. HurmoKultakala smiles and moves away.
HurmoKultakala has Reynolds up against the cage in a clinch.
HurmoKultakala has Reynolds pushed against the cage.
HurmoKultakala breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Reynolds with a poor takedown
and HurmoKultakala cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Reynolds uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by HurmoKultakala.
HurmoKultakala misses with a double jab.
Reynolds doesn't succeed with the takedown
and HurmoKultakala makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Reynolds doesn't succeed with the takedown
and HurmoKultakala counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by HurmoKultakala.
Reynolds tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. HurmoKultakala just stands there and leans against the cage.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
HurmoKultakala lands with a right to the head.
Reynolds jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as HurmoKultakala walks away with a smile on his face. Reynolds gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Reynolds takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
HurmoKultakala clinches with his opponent.
HurmoKultakala breaks the clinch.
Reynolds with a lazy takedown attempt
and HurmoKultakala moves into the clinch.
HurmoKultakala lands a right hand that snaps the head of Reynolds backwards.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
HurmoKultakala breaks the clinch.
HurmoKultakala misses with an uppercut. Reynolds saw that one coming.
HurmoKultakala closes the distance and pushes Reynolds back into the cage.
HurmoKultakala's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
HurmoKultakala pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Reynolds tries for a takedown but HurmoKultakala circles away easily
and HurmoKultakala counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by HurmoKultakala.
HurmoKultakala pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
HurmoKultakala thows a body shot but no joy.
HurmoKultakala tests Reynolds's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Reynolds slips under a jab from HurmoKultakala.
Reynolds with a lazy takedown attempt
and HurmoKultakala counters with a lovely straight right hand!
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Reynolds keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Reynolds uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from HurmoKultakala.
HurmoKultakala closes the distance and pushes Reynolds back into the cage.
Reynolds jumps guard but HurmoKultakala stands there with Reynolds around his waist. Reynolds gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
HurmoKultakala is working Reynolds over against the cage.
HurmoKultakala digs a right hand into Reynolds's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Reynolds's gas tank.
Reynolds tries to pull guard but HurmoKultakala holds him up against the cage and eventually Reynolds drops back down to his feet.
Reynolds fails to pull guard.
A short right from HurmoKultakala.
HurmoKultakala pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Reynolds has his takedown stuffed
and HurmoKultakala counters with a straight right hand.
Juhana HurmoKultakala seems to be getting the better of the standup.
HurmoKultakala looks to land a right hand but Reynolds moved out of range.
Reynolds walks into a left hand.
Reynolds misses with a takedown
and HurmoKultakala makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Reynolds has his takedown stuffed
and HurmoKultakala counters by clinching up.
Juhana HurmoKultakala seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
HurmoKultakala lands a left hand that snaps the head of Reynolds backwards.
HurmoKultakala stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
HurmoKultakala lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
HurmoKultakala has Reynolds pressed against the cage.
HurmoKultakala is leaning against Reynolds and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
HurmoKultakala digs a right hand into Reynolds's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Reynolds's gas tank.
Reynolds tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. HurmoKultakala just stands there and leans against the cage.
A short uppercut from HurmoKultakala.
HurmoKultakala taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
A right hand to the body from HurmoKultakala.
HurmoKultakala is struggling to control the position.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
HurmoKultakala lands with a right to the head.
Reynolds fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Nice body punch from HurmoKultakala.
HurmoKultakala lands with a right to the head.
HurmoKultakala escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
HurmoKultakala forces Reynolds back against the cage and clinches.
HurmoKultakala lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Reynolds tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. HurmoKultakala just stands there and leans against the cage.
Reynolds jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as HurmoKultakala walks away with a smile on his face. Reynolds gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
HurmoKultakala clobbers Reynolds with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Reynolds doesn't succeed with the takedown
and HurmoKultakala moves into the clinch.
Reynolds tries to pull guard but HurmoKultakala won't allow it.
A right hook to the body lands for HurmoKultakala.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Juhana HurmoKultakala 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! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
HurmoKultakala misses with a hook. Reynolds ducked under it nicely.
Reynolds tries for a takedown but HurmoKultakala circles away easily
and HurmoKultakala counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Reynolds fails to pull the fight into his guard.
HurmoKultakala lands a body shot.
HurmoKultakala taking a breather.
HurmoKultakala breaks the clinch.
HurmoKultakala with a body punch. A glancing blow.
HurmoKultakala looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
HurmoKultakala connects with a single shot there.
Reynolds misses with a takedown
and HurmoKultakala counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Tim Reynolds. That's going to take a lot out of him.
HurmoKultakala scores with a punch to the head.
HurmoKultakala has closed the distance and engaged Reynolds in a clinch.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Reynolds fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Reynolds fails to pull guard.
Stalling in the clinch from HurmoKultakala.
That's one minute gone in the round.
A right handed body shot lands from HurmoKultakala.
HurmoKultakala lands a hook that snaps the head of Reynolds backwards.
Reynolds tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. HurmoKultakala smiles and moves away.
Reynolds with a poor takedown
letting HurmoKultakala counter with a right hand.
Reynolds has his takedown stuffed
and HurmoKultakala counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Reynolds tries for a takedown but HurmoKultakala circles away easily
and HurmoKultakala holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Reynolds jumps guard but HurmoKultakala stands there with Reynolds around his waist. Reynolds gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
A body shot lands from HurmoKultakala.
Reynolds tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
HurmoKultakala has Reynolds pressed against the cage.
A body shot lands from HurmoKultakala.
Reynolds fails to pull guard.
HurmoKultakala breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Reynolds shoots and misses
and HurmoKultakala counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
HurmoKultakala pushes Reynolds back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
HurmoKultakala working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
A short right from HurmoKultakala.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, HurmoKultakala creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Tim Reynolds has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Juhana HurmoKultakala is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
HurmoKultakala lands a nice shot to the body.
HurmoKultakala lands a shot to the body.
HurmoKultakala displaying some good clinch control by pressing Reynolds up against the cage.
Reynolds jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as HurmoKultakala walks away with a smile on his face. Reynolds gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Reynolds misses with a body shot.
HurmoKultakala clinches up with Reynolds and pushes him back against the cage.
HurmoKultakala stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Reynolds tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
HurmoKultakala slows down the pace here.
A short left from HurmoKultakala.
HurmoKultakala lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Reynolds.
Reynolds looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
A nice left hand lands by HurmoKultakala.
Reynolds tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Nice body punch from HurmoKultakala.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Reynolds tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. HurmoKultakala just stands there and leans against the cage.
Reynolds tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. HurmoKultakala smiles and moves away.
A telegraphed right hand from HurmoKultakala misses the target.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Reynolds has his takedown stuffed
and HurmoKultakala counters by clinching up.
A hook to the body from HurmoKultakala.
HurmoKultakala stalling.
Reynolds tries to pull guard but HurmoKultakala won't allow it.
Reynolds tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. HurmoKultakala smiles and moves away.
HurmoKultakala dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
HurmoKultakala gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
HurmoKultakala scores with a hook to the body.
Reynolds tries to pull guard but HurmoKultakala holds him up against the cage and eventually Reynolds drops back down to his feet.
HurmoKultakala works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Reynolds fails to pull the fight into his guard.
HurmoKultakala manages to break the clinch.
HurmoKultakala lands with a shot to the body.
HurmoKultakala throws the left hand but Reynolds avoids the punch easily.
HurmoKultakala scores with a jab to the head.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
HurmoKultakala ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Reynolds moves away.
HurmoKultakala pushes Reynolds up against the cage in a clinch.
A shot in the inside from HurmoKultakala.
Reynolds tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. HurmoKultakala just stands there and leans against the cage.
Reynolds tries to pull guard but HurmoKultakala won't allow it.
Reynolds tries to pull guard but HurmoKultakala holds him up against the cage and eventually Reynolds drops back down to his feet.
Reynolds tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. HurmoKultakala just stands there and leans against the cage.
Reynolds jumps guard.
HurmoKultakala controls from within his opponent's guard.
HurmoKultakala wants to stand but Reynolds is controlling his posture from full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Reynolds throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Reynolds being controlled here, momentarily.
And that's the end of the fight!
Juhana HurmoKultakala comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well HurmoKultakala 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 Wesley Smith scores the fight 24:30
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 24:30
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 24:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Juhana HurmoKultakala!
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hype
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