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Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Harley Mcfarland (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Alfredo Fedichini (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Alfredo Fedichini has the better chin. Will he look to stand and bang today?
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193 lbs
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185 lbs
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BJJ Blue Belt
Counter fighter
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Brawler
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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
1 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Harley Mcfarland!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
0 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Alfredo Fedichini!
The judges for this bout are Ryoma Takatsuka, Colin Fray and Micheangelo Fripello.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Mcfarland tries a head kick but it misses.
Fedichini closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Fedichini lands in his opponent's guard.
Mcfarland wants to stand up but Fedichini is controlling him.
Fedichini missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Mcfarland wants to stand but Fedichini is controlling the position.
Mcfarland striking off his back but it's not causing Fedichini any problems.
Mcfarland really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Mcfarland is looking to stand up but Fedichini isn't so interested in that idea.
Mcfarland doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fedichini seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Mcfarland trying to strike off his back.
Fedichini trying to control the position from guard on top but Mcfarland is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Mcfarland swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Fedichini throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Mcfarland was covering up waiting for the punch and Fedichini finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Mcfarland wriggles free and stands up.
Fedichini misses with a leg kick
and Mcfarland counters with a nice double leg into side control. Fedichini won't be happy with that.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Fedichini is trying to control Mcfarland's posture but Mcfarland avoids it.
Fedichini tries to bench press Mcfarland off him but Mcfarland keeps the position.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Fedichini throwing some weak shots from the bottom that do no damage.
Fedichini trying to control but Mcfarland flips him over like a cheap hooker and has his back!
Mcfarland working for a choke but Fedichini is defending well.
Mcfarland is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Fedichini has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
Fedichini is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Mcfarland gets his way!
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Mcfarland connects with a big shot to the side of Fedichini's head.
Fedichini tries to escape but Mcfarland has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Mcfarland is trying to stick to Fedichini's back but Fedichini is turning into Mcfarland. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Mcfarland's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Fedichini.
Fedichini must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Mcfarland is pulling down on Fedichini's head. It's preventing any offense from Fedichini, at least for the moment.
Mcfarland trying to strike off his back.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Fedichini not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Mcfarland has his hands on Fedichini's head, controlling the position.
Fedichini trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Mcfarland working for a triangle but Fedichini defends it easily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Fedichini slips nicely into half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Mcfarland trying to control from the bottom.
Fedichini not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Fedichini trying to control from half guard but Mcfarland is working away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Harley Mcfarland dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Mcfarland is defended easily by Fedichini.
Fedichini closes the distance and clinches.
Mcfarland gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Fedichini regains guard.
Mcfarland working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Fedichini's head.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mcfarland wants to control from the top but Fedichini keeps moving.
Fedichini has his foot on Mcfarland's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Mcfarland works his way back into a safe position though.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Fedichini wants to get back to his feet but Mcfarland passes into half guard.
Fedichini wants to improve his position but Mcfarland is controlling well.
Mcfarland looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Fedichini with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Fedichini is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Fedichini works his way to full guard. Good work.
Mcfarland won't allow Fedichini to sweep him here.
Fedichini pulls Mcfarland in close to prevent any damage.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Mcfarland is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Mcfarland 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.
Fedichini is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Mcfarland will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Fedichini pulls Mcfarland in close to prevent any damage.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Fedichini is looking to sweep but instead, Mcfarland has passed into half guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Mcfarland is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Fedichini is trying to control but can't.
Mcfarland wants to stand but Fedichini has hold of a leg and an arm, so he's trapped for now.
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Fedichini clinches up with Mcfarland and pushes him back against the cage.
Fedichini breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Mcfarland throws a head kick that misses.
Sloppy strikes from Fedichini. Those never looked like landing.
Fedichini closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Mcfarland to the mat! Mcfarland manages to get full guard.
The fighters are working up against the cage. Mcfarland manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.
Fedichini is breathing heavily.
Fedichini is trying to trip Mcfarland. He has hold of a leg but Mcfarland is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Fedichini persists though and gets the takedown into guard.
Mcfarland is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Mcfarland had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Fedichini defends it easily.
Mcfarland wants to stand up but Fedichini is controlling him.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Fedichini wants to pass the guard but Mcfarland is keeping the position.
Fedichini not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Harley Mcfarland will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
Fedichini closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Fedichini lands in his opponent's guard.
Fedichini wants to control from the top but Mcfarland keeps moving.
Fedichini drops back looking for a leg! Mcfarland is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Mcfarland manages to kick Fedichini off! Fedichini jumps back into Mcfarland's guard.
Mcfarland throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mcfarland looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
The fighters are working up against the cage. Mcfarland manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Fedichini manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Fedichini takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Mcfarland is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Fedichini working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Mcfarland doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Mcfarland manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Mcfarland drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Fedichini dives on top into guard.
Mcfarland is wriggling around but Fedichini manages to pass to half guard.
Mcfarland moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Fedichini wants to control from the top but Mcfarland keeps moving.
Mcfarland is trying to keep Fedichini in close.
Mcfarland pushes Fedichini off and gets back to his feet.
Fedichini blocks a head kick by Mcfarland.
Fedichini throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Mcfarland was covering up waiting for the punch and Fedichini finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Mcfarland working a defensive guard here.
Mcfarland is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Fedichini is aware though and is defending well.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Fedichini stopping the sweep attempt from Mcfarland.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Fedichini got a little sloppy there for a moment and Mcfarland has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Fedichini has managed to get both his arms back between Mcfarland's legs - danger averted.
Mcfarland looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Mcfarland looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Fedichini stopping the sweep attempt from Mcfarland.
Mcfarland is striking but Fedichini is not phased and passes to half guard.
Mcfarland is looking for a sweep. Fedichini is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Mcfarland keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Fedichini throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
That's four 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.
Fedichini is controlling the pace.
Fedichini is thwarting Mcfarland's attempts to control the position.
Fedichini not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Mcfarland is trying to maintain the position but Fedichini is very close to passing his half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Alfredo Fedichini has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Harley Mcfarland is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Alfredo Fedichini.
I think Mcfarland has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Ryoma Takatsuka scores the fight 30:27
Judge Colin Fray scores the fight 29:28
Judge Micheangelo Fripello scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Harley Mcfarland!
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