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Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Simo Supermies (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Jack Stirling (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Chooooooooon! I think Supermies might be my favorite fighter, now he's come out to D12 - Fight Music. Well, the cameraman is lingering on a pretty young lady for a bit too long there. Keep your eyes on the prize buddy or you'll miss the fighter intros!
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196 lbs
38 - 25 - 0 |
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181 lbs
13 - 10 - 0 |
Good wrestling
Lethal high kicks
KO power |
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Good wrestler
World class MT
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the middleweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
38 - 25 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Simo Supermies!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
13 - 10 - 0, fighting out of London, Jack Stirling!
The judges for this bout are Tarja Halkonen, Ben Zyskovitsi and Matti Vanhoillinen.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Supermies avoids a kick to the body.
Stirling gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Supermies throws a big right hand that misses.
Supermies throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Stirling can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Supermies controls the pace.
Stirling looking to hit a scissor sweep but Supermies is one step ahead there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Supermies slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Supermies working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Stirling pulls Supermies in to control the position.
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Supermies tries to clinch but Stirling is having none of it.
Supermies seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Stirling thows a body kick. Supermies tries to catch it but that hurt him.
No luck for Supermies with that takedown attempt.
Stirling now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Stirling looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
A punch combination from Stirling misses.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Supermies.
Supermies throws a jab but it's blocked by Stirling.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Supermies cracks Stirling with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Simo Supermies seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Stirling blocks a head kick by Supermies.
Stirling lands with a thumping leg kick.
Jack Stirling is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Supermies shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Stirling but Stirling pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Supermies throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Supermies misses with a straight left.
Supermies pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Stirling flicks out a counter leg kick but Supermies steps away.
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!
Stirling throws a right and a left that both miss.
Stirling scores with a jab to the head.
Stirling throws an overhand right that lands on Supermies's shoulder, as Supermies tries to avoid the shot.
Stirling ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Supermies moves away.
Supermies pulls out of a head kick attempt.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Supermies misses with a double jab.
A looping hook to the body misses from Stirling. Supermies does a little dance to reset his feet.
Supermies doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Stirling counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Simo Supermies. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Supermies throws a shot from downtown. Stirling moves away and avoids it.
Stirling is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.
Supermies misses with an uppercut. Stirling saw that one coming.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Supermies.
Stirling throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Supermies plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Supermies throws a push kick but Stirling slaps the foot to one side.
Supermies misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Stirling throws a body punch but Supermies moves out of range.
Supermies connects with a crisp jab.
Supermies throws a right and a left that both miss.
Stirling tests Supermies's chin there with a solid looking shot.
It looks like Simo Supermies has been cut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A solid body kick from Stirling.
Supermies tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Supermies throws a sloppy head kick
and Stirling counters with a nice kick to the body.
Some wild striking there from Stirling.
A jab lands there for Stirling.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Jack Stirling will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Simo Supermies's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!
Stirling avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Supermies ducks under a wild hook from Stirling.
Supermies takes a swing at Stirling's ribcage but misses.
Stirling feints a counter leg kick.
Supermies bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Supermies throws a lazy head kick
and Stirling counters with an outside leg kick.
A head kick from Stirling lands but Supermies takes it in his stride.
Stirling ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Supermies moves away.
Supermies throws a push kick but Stirling slaps the foot to one side.
Stirling throws a hook but Supermies blocks it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Supermies with a lazy takedown attempt
and Stirling counters with a straight right hand.
Supermies throws a lazy uppercut
and Stirling counters with a nice body shot.
Jack Stirling seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Supermies throws a head kick but Stirling moves out of range.
Supermies throws an off balance right hand
and Stirling counters with an inside leg kick.
Stirling has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Stirling throws a nice head kick!
Supermies takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Supermies blocks a head kick by Stirling.
Stirling connects with a solid leg kick.
Stirling ducks under a wild hook from Supermies.
Stirling tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
A looping hook to the body misses from Stirling. Supermies does a little dance to reset his feet.
Stirling throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Nice sprawl there from Stirling as Supermies shoots in.
Stirling takes a shot to the body in his stride.
A looping hook to the body misses from Stirling. Supermies does a little dance to reset his feet.
Supermies gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
letting Stirling counter with a right hand.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Simo Supermies. That's going to take a lot out of him.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Supermies ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Stirling moves away.
Stirling throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Supermies moves away from the strike by Stirling.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Stirling motions for Supermies to come forward. Stirling throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Supermies swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Supermies takes a swing at Stirling's ribcage but misses.
Stirling now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Stirling dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Stirling lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Simo Supermies's cut is getting worse.
Supermies tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Stirling with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Supermies throws a head kick that misses.
Stirling appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Supermies throws a shot from downtown. Stirling moves away and avoids it.
Supermies tries to move into range but Stirling moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Supermies throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Stirling scores with a body shot.
Stirling blocks a head kick by Supermies.
Simo Supermies is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Supermies uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Stirling.
Supermies changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Stirling looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Supermies is trying to ground and pound but Stirling uses the momentary lack of control by Supermies to regain half guard.
Stirling makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Stirling.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Stirling 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.
Stirling keeping moving, preventing Supermies from controlling successfully.
Supermies postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Stirling is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Supermies, into his 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!
Stirling distracts Supermies with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jack Stirling showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Simo Supermies's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
Supermies looks to clinch
and Stirling counters with a series of strikes. Supermies will be more careful next time no doubt.
Supermies tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Stirling defends well and Supermies ends up having to push Stirling into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Stirling throws a counter combo.
Stirling dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Stirling defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Supermies.
Supermies pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Stirling only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Supermies closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Stirling quickly recovers to half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Stirling tries to roll over but Supermies keeps him under control.
Stirling controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Stirling wants to control but Supermies is keeping busy.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Supermies seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Stirling does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Stirling is trying to maintain the position but Supermies is very close to passing his half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Supermies wants to pass the guard but Stirling is defending well.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Supermies is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Stirling has managed to free his arm - good work.
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Stirling stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Stirling wants it to stay on the feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Simo Supermies. That's going to take a lot out of him.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Stirling jabs Supermies to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Supermies tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Supermies misses with a jab, cross combination.
A little jabbing left from Stirling on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Supermies tries for a takedown but Stirling sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Stirling fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Supermies looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Stirling lands a right hook to the body.
Stirling throws a good cross that connects.
Stirling lands a jab to Supermies's midsection.
Stirling connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Stirling thuds his right hand into Supermies's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Supermies is rocked!
Supermies has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Stirling.
Stirling looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Jack Stirling is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Stirling connects with a good right hand that stumbles Supermies. Supermies circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Oh Supermies is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Simo Supermies's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Supermies takes a swing at Stirling's ribcage but misses.
Supermies seems to have got his legs back now.
Stirling lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Supermies looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Stirling is fending him off so far but Supermies persists. Nope, Stirling circles away and we're back to standing.
A swing and a miss from Supermies.
Supermies fails with the takedown
and Stirling counters with a stiff right hand.
Stirling uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Both fighters circling a little - Stirling finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Stirling. Supermies does a little dance to reset his feet.
Stirling throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Supermies stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Stirling misses the shot to the body.
Supermies lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Stirling. Supermies shrugs it off though.
Stirling lands a lovely overhand right.
Supermies gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Stirling counters with a two punch combo.
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!
Stirling digs a good hook to Supermies's body.
Supermies will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Stirling tries to land a front kick but Supermies steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Stirling scores with a sloppy right hand. Supermies should have avoided that one.
Stirling lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Supermies pulls out of a head kick attempt.
A jab from Supermies misses.
Supermies shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Simo Supermies has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Stirling lands a nice looking body kick.
And that's the end of the fight!
Jack Stirling comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Stirling winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Tarja Halkonen scores the fight 28:30
Judge Ben Zyskovitsi scores the fight 27:30
Judge Matti Vanhoillinen scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jack Stirling!
Jack Stirling very nearly forgot to thank Milwaukee's Best 160 (85% laundry) amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.
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energy
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hype
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pop
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RATING
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