Middle Week Appointment 1 PBP Commentary

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Michael Davis (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Jensen Linford (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Both fighters will be looking to make this an exciting fight for the fans, I'm sure!

Davis
vs
Linford

180 cm
27
180 lbs
3 - 6 - 0

179 cm
18
174 lbs
0 - 1 - 1

BJJ Blue Belt
Solid boxing
Granite chin

BJJ Blue Belt
Counter striker
Solid chin

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the welterweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 3 - 6 - 0, fighting out of New York, Michael Davis!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 0 - 1 - 1, fighting out of New York, Jensen Linford!
The judges for this bout are Eddie Farnsworth, Bruno Lombardi and Russell Pearce.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Davis tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Linford throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Davis.
Davis rushes in with a sloppy looking punch

and Linford counters with a nice double leg into side control. Davis won't be happy with that.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.

Linford tries for a kimura but Davis is defending well.
Linford tries to move into full mount but can't pass Davis's legs.

Linford swings around for an armbar but Davis sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Linford's guard.
Linford looking for a sweep. Not yet Linford, not yet.
Linford has Davis pulled in close to control his posture.
Linford manages to land a sweep and now he's in mount on top!

That's one minute gone in the round.
Linford takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Davis is trying to escape but when you're mounted that's not too easy.
Linford content just to control the position here.
Linford trying to control but Davis is having none of it.
Davis is trying to get back to his feet but can't.

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.
Davis is squirming around, avoiding Linford's attempts to control the action.

Linford swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Davis is now in Linford's guard. A big mistake from Linford there, giving up the dominant position!
Linford looking for a sweep. Not yet Linford, not yet.

Jensen Linford has forced the referee to step in and restart the fight on the feet.
Davis looks to score with a jab to the body but Linford is just out of range.
Davis throws a left and a right that both miss

and Linford counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Linford works his way into full mount!
Davis is trying to stand.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Linford controlling the pace for now.
Linford connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
You get the feeling that Davis really doesn't like being in this position too much.
Linford tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Davis takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.

It looks like Michael Davis has been cut.
Linford unloading with bombs!

Linford goes for an armbar but Davis turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Davis.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Linford pulls Davis in close to his closed guard and prevents Davis from doing any damage or advancing position.
Linford manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Davis manages to get himself to full guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Linford postures up in Davis's guard and throws a big left but Davis blocks it.
Linford sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Davis's guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jensen Linford dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Michael Davis's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.

Linford throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Davis.
Davis falls off balance throwing a combination
and Linford connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Davis misses with a left hand

and Linford counters with a single leg into guard. Davis didn't expect that.
Linford controlling from the top position.

Linford drops back looking for a leg! Davis is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Davis manages to kick Linford off! Linford jumps back into Davis's guard.
Linford trying to control but Davis is working from the bottom.
Linford pushing down on Davis's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Linford is taking a breather. Davis says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Davis keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.

Linford is looking for a kimura but Davis is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Linford to get the leverage.
Linford trying to mount his opponent but Davis defends it.
Linford seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Davis does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Jensen Linford has got the better of the ground game so far.

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.

Linford is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Davis is just riding it out for now. Linford eventually gives up the hold.
Linford passes to full mount!
Linford controlling from mount.
Linford looking to control but Davis is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Davis has given up his back here. Will Linford look for the submission or keep pounding away?

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Davis is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.

Linford working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
Linford somehow managing to miss with a strike from the back.

Davis defends a prolonged rear naked choke attempt and turns nicely into his opponent's guard.
Davis would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.

Linford has his feet on Davis's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
Davis misses with a double jab

so Linford counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Linford prevents Davis from getting back to his feet.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Linford accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Linford trying to control but Davis is working from the bottom.
Linford 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.

Jensen Linford showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Michael Davis's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!

Davis misses the shot to the body.
Linford swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Davis swinging wildly here.
Davis fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Linford manages to avoid it.
Davis throws a nice looking combination but Linford bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Davis misses with a double jab

and Linford counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Linford looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Linford tries to free his leg and advance position but Davis is retaining full guard.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Linfordis looking to pass into half guard but Davis pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Davis is in guard.
Linford is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move.

Linford is looking for a kimura here.
Davis won't allow Linford to pass to mount.
Linford is trying to control the action in half guard but Davis is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.

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.
Linford stops Davis from getting back to his feet.
Linford trying to control the action but Davis is working from the bottom.

Linford is working for a kimura but Davis is defending it quite comfortably.
Linford trying to pass the guard but Davis defending well.
Linford seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Davis does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Davis pushes Linford off looking to stand but Linford dives back in and keeps control.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Linford is looking to advance position but Davis won't allow it.
Linford moves nicely into side control.
Linford passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Davis!

Linford is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Davis has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Davis!
Davis won't allow Linford to sweep him here.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Linford is adopting a defensive guard.
Jensen Linford is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Linford manages to land a sweep and now he's in mount on top!
Linford tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.

And that's the end of the fight!
Jensen Linford comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Linford 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 Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 27:30
Judge Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 27:30
Judge Russell Pearce scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jensen Linford!

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
40%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a featherweight MMA rules bout between Fred Franks (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Mardo Samora (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.

Franks
vs
Samora

170 cm
25
145 lbs
0 - 2 - 0

170 cm
20
145 lbs
1 - 2 - 1

Powerful takedowns
Excellent boxer
Very strong

BJJ Blue Belt
Counter striker
Good gas tank

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 0 - 2 - 0, fighting out of New York, Fred Franks!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 1 - 2 - 1, fighting out of New York, Mardo Samora!
The judges for this bout are John Roberts, David Schapiro and Jonathan Paton.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!

Samora scores a takedown into full mount!
Franks squirming around on the bottom, looking to escape.
Franks on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Franks tries to get out of the position.
Samora tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Franks is trying to stand but he's not in a good position to be doing that! Samora has taken his back!
Franks controlling the position well but he knows he's in a bad position.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
Franks controlling the position well but he knows he's in a bad position.
Samora controlling the position well here. Franks rolled but Samora kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Franks has the hand control, trying to stop the rear naked choke.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Samora keeps control of the position easily here as Franks tries to buck him off.
Franks is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
Samora controlling the position well here. Franks rolled but Samora kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Franks holding both Samora 's hands and preventing any damage.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Good control from Samora.
Franks has the hand control, trying to stop the rear naked choke.
Samora just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Franks looking to stop the rear naked choke attempt by controlling the hands.
Franks trying desperately to get back to his feet here but he's not having any joy at all. He's going to tire himself out if he's not careful.
Samora is riding his opponent, not letting Franks buck him off.
Franks trying to get back to his feet but Samora is in full control for now.

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.
Samora trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Franks doesn't escape.
Samora's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Franks is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mardo Samora dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.

Franks doesn't succeed with the takedown

and Samora decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Franks's guard.
Franks wants to get back to his feet but Samora is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Franks is looking to stand back up but Samora counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Franks.
Samora moves into full mount! Franks won't be happy about that!
Franks is trying to stand but he's not in a good position to be doing that! Samora has taken his back!
Samora is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Franks has the hand control, trying to stop the rear naked choke.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Samora has good solid back control here.
Franks is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
Samora slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.

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.
Franks looking to stop the rear naked choke attempt by controlling the hands.
Samora really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Franks.
Franks is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Samora controls the position.
Franks has the hand control, trying to stop the rear naked choke.
Samora biding his time, looking for the opening.
Franks is trying to stand back up.

That's four 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.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Samora controlling the positon.
Franks is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
Samora is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Franks is trying to stand back up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mardo Samora showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!

Franks fails with the takedown

and Samora counters into the clinch. Nicely done.

Samora pulls guard successfully.
Mardo Samora has got the better of the ground game so far.
Franks distracts Samora with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.

Franks is sitting in close to Samora's body. Samora has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! Franks is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, Franks is tapping! That was a very nice submission by Samora.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:33 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Mardo Samora!

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
100%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Tyler Valor (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Dave Johnson (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). These two fighters really are very evenly matched on the feet - it will be fascinating to see who can assert themselves in that aspect of the fight.

Valor
vs
Johnson

195 cm
25
245 lbs
6 - 9 - 0

208 cm
26
275 lbs
5 - 12 - 0

BJJ Blue Belt
Brawler
KO power

BJJ Blue Belt
Brawler
Knockout power

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 6 - 9 - 0, fighting out of New York, Tyler Valor!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 5 - 12 - 0, fighting out of New York, Dave Johnson!
The judges for this bout are John Roberts, Franklyn Lucas and David Schapiro.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!

Johnson closes the distance and pushes Valor back into the cage.
Johnson lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.

Johnson pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Valor walks into a straight right hand from Johnson.

It looks like Tyler Valor has been cut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.

Johnson with a strong takedown there and he's ended up in side control.

Valor is rocked!
Johnson lands a huge shot from side control! Valor is out cold! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Dave Johnson!

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
100%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Gene Carano (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Dew Rain (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Buckle up people - heeeeeeeeeere we go!

Carano
vs
Rain

195 cm
23
270 lbs
5 - 4 - 0

190 cm
20
228 lbs
4 - 4 - 0

BJJ White Belt
World class MT
Good chin

Good wrestler
Basic striking
Granite chin

FNF Energy & Stamina - Sale!
FNF Energy & Stamina - Sale!

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 5 - 4 - 0, fighting out of New York, Gene Carano!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 4 - 4 - 0, fighting out of Amsterdam, Dew Rain!
The judges for this bout are Franklyn Lucas, Dean Styles and John Kavanagh.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Carano throws a series of punches but Rain moves out of range.
Rain swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Carano doesn't manage to clinch there - Rain circles away.

Rain scores with a takedown into Carano's guard.
Carano trying to keep a closed guard but Rain is proving a slippery customer.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Rain's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Rain working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.

Rain drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Rain jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Rain passes Carano's left leg - he's now in half guard.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Rain connects with a nice short shot to Carano's temple.
Rain is nestled in close to Carano, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.

Rain is trying for a kimura here. Carano looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Rain wins by kimura!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:01 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Dew Rain!

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
86%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Mackin Morning (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Angel Rivera (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). I can't wait for this one - let's get the fighter introductions out of the way and get this one started!

Morning
vs
Rivera

180 cm
25
176 lbs
1 - 1 - 0

188 cm
23
179 lbs
8 - 9 - 0

BJJ Blue Belt
Excellent boxer
Cuts easily

BJJ White Belt
Counter striker
Granite chin

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the welterweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 1 - 1 - 0, fighting out of New York, Mackin Morning!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 8 - 9 - 0, fighting out of New York, Angel Rivera!
The judges for this bout are Reed Andrews, Anthony Taglia and Eddie Farnsworth.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Rivera tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Morning paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Rivera falls off balance throwing a combination
and Morning counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Rivera wants to clinch.
Rivera takes one on the chin but seems OK.
A nice combination there by Morning.

It looks like Angel Rivera has been cut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Morning lands with a right hand.
Rivera throws an ugly left hook that misses
enabling Morning to counter with a crisp jab.

Rivera is rocked!
Morning rushes Rivera with punches - Rivera moves straight backwards instead of circling and gets clipped by the second strike... and the third... and the fourth! Oh, Rivera goes down! Morning follows up with more strikes and the ref steps in to end the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:45 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Mackin Morning!

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
100%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Victor Belafonte (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Adolf Von Cocksuker (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Chooooooooon! I think Belafonte might be my favorite fighter, now he's come out to Harry Belafonte - Banana Boat. Man, I cannot wait for this one!

Belafonte
vs
Von Cocksuker

185 cm
27
205 lbs
11 - 6 - 0

175 cm
23
210 lbs
2 - 0 - 0

BJJ Blue Belt
Counter striker
Granite chin

BJJ Blue Belt
Counter striker
Solid chin

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the light heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 11 - 6 - 0, fighting out of New York, Victor Belafonte!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 2 - 0 - 0, fighting out of New York, Adolf Von Cocksuker!
The judges for this bout are David Schapiro, Bruno Lombardi and Steve Montenegro.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Von Cocksuker tries to clinch there but Belafonte circles away.
Von Cocksuker misses with a body shot

and Belafonte holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Belafonte is pressed up against the cage. Von Cocksuker has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Belafonte down to the mat. Belafonte avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Belafonte closes the distance looking to clinch
and Von Cocksuker connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.

It looks like Victor Belafonte has been cut.
Von Cocksuker throws a leg kick
and Belafonte makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Von Cocksuker really felt that one!
Von Cocksuker misses with a body shot
enabling Belafonte to counter with a crisp jab.
Belafonte moves to clinch but Von Cocksuker breaks away
and Von Cocksuker counters with an outside leg kick.
Von Cocksuker throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Von Cocksuker throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Belafonte keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Belafonte tries to clinch there but Von Cocksuker circles away.
Von Cocksuker misses with a lunging right hand
and Belafonte counters with a body kick.
Von Cocksuker throws a leg kick that is checked
and Belafonte counters with a slapping leg kick.
Von Cocksuker misses with an uppercut

and Belafonte counters by moving into the clinch.
Von Cocksuker is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Victor Belafonte has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Adolf Von Cocksuker.
Von Cocksuker dodges an elbow strike from Belafonte.
Belafonte with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Von Cocksuker is working for takedown but Belafonte is calmly controlling the position for now.
Von Cocksuker looks gassed!
Von Cocksuker throws a head punch that misses.
Belafonte throws an elbow that misses.
With the fighters up against the cage, Belafonte throws an elbow but misses.
Belafonte gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Von Cocksuker.
Von Cocksuker tries to break free but Belafonte pushes him back against the cage.
Von Cocksuker avoids a wild elbow strike from Belafonte.
Von Cocksuker is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Belafonte pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Von Cocksuker managing to block the knees to the body from Belafonte.
Belafonte stops a takedown attempt from Von Cocksuker.
Belafonte is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Von Cocksuker is defending well for now.
Von Cocksuker tries for a takedown but Belafonte manages to get underhooks.
Belafonte lands a knee to the body.
Belafonte gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Belafonte throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Belafonte misses with an elbow over the top.
Belafonte lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Von Cocksuker takes a knee to the side of the body.
Belafonte throws a knee to the head but misses.
Belafonte throws a knee to the head but misses.
Von Cocksuker tries for a takedown but Belafonte manages to get underhooks.
Belafonte working Von Cocksuker over with knees to the body.
Von Cocksuker takes a knee right on the jaw!
Von Cocksuker tries to score a body lock takedown but Belafonte shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Belafonte lands a good knee to the midsection. Von Cocksuker won't want to take too many of those.
Von Cocksuker is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Belafonte lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Belafonte using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Von Cocksuker has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Belafonte throws an elbow but it's blocked.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Von Cocksuker drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Belafonte gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Belafonte is looking to control Von Cocksuker's arms but Von Cocksuker gets an underhook and turns him. Now Belafonte has his back to the cage.
Belafonte tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Belafonte is trying to stall.
Belafonte is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Von Cocksuker is defending well for now.
Belafonte with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Belafonte gets underhooks to prevent Von Cocksuker's takedown attempt.
Belafonte tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Von Cocksuker jumps guard but Belafonte stands there with Von Cocksuker around his waist. Von Cocksuker gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Von Cocksuker avoids a wild elbow strike from Belafonte.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Victor Belafonte dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Victor Belafonte's cut.
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.

Belafonte with a hook.
Von Cocksuker misses with a shot to the body
and Belafonte counters with a nice leg kick.
Sloppy strikes from Von Cocksuker. Those never looked like landing.
A low kick from Von Cocksuker misses
and Belafonte counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Von Cocksuker misses with a leg kick

and Belafonte counters by moving into the clinch.
Belafonte with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Belafonte landing knees to the head.
Von Cocksuker drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Belafonte throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Von Cocksuker is breathing heavily.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Belafonte misses with an elbow strike.
Belafonte misses with a knee strike.
Von Cocksuker blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Belafonte gets underhooks to prevent Von Cocksuker's takedown attempt.
Von Cocksuker jumps guard but Belafonte stands there with Von Cocksuker around his waist. Von Cocksuker gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Victor Belafonte has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Adolf Von Cocksuker.
Von Cocksuker blocks the elbow strike.
Belafonte misses with a knee to the head.
Belafonte trying to land knees to the body.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Von Cocksuker avoids the elbow strike from Belafonte, against the cage.
Belafonte prevents a takedown attempt there.
Belafonte looks to throw an elbow but misses.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Belafonte is trying to stall.
Von Cocksuker is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Belafonte gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Belafonte tries to land a knee to the head but misses.

Von Cocksuker lands a takedown into guard.
Belafonte trying to control the position.

Von Cocksuker stands up from guard. Let's bang!
Belafonte tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Belafonte tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Von Cocksuker misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Belafonte counters with a left and a right that stings Von Cocksuker.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Von Cocksuker falls off balance throwing a combination
and Von Cocksuker takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Von Cocksuker swats away the attempt to clinch by Belafonte.
Victor Belafonte is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.

Belafonte rushes Von Cocksuker and presses him up against the cage.
Von Cocksuker is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Belafonte gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Belafonte prevents the takedown attempt.
Belafonte misses with an elbow over the top.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Von Cocksuker has Belafonte pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Belafonte manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Belafonte looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Belafonte is trying to maintain a safe position but Von Cocksuker gets an underhook and turns Belafonte into the cage.
Belafonte with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Belafonte will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Von Cocksuker up against the cage.
Belafonte lands a nice knee to the body.
Belafonte is looking to control Von Cocksuker's arms but Von Cocksuker gets an underhook and turns him. Now Belafonte has his back to the cage.
Belafonte unloads a knee to the mid-section. Von Cocksuker lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Von Cocksuker blocks an elbow strike.
Von Cocksuker tries to score a body lock takedown but Belafonte shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Belafonte is trying to stall.
Von Cocksuker takes an elbow to the forehead.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Victor Belafonte dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Victor Belafonte's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!

Von Cocksuker fails to land the takedown.

Von Cocksuker gets a clinch.
Von Cocksuker has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Belafonte avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Belafonte connects with a knee to the head.
Belafonte looking to throw knees to the head but Von Cocksuker is blocking nicely.
Belafonte lands an elbow that stopped Von Cocksuker in his tracks for a moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Von Cocksuker takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Belafonte misses with a knee to the head.
Von Cocksuker blocks an elbow strike from Belafonte.
Von Cocksuker is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Victor Belafonte has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Adolf Von Cocksuker.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Belafonte tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Von Cocksuker goes for a takedown in the clinch but Belafonte prevents it.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Belafonte lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Von Cocksuker is trying to stall.
Von Cocksuker blocks an elbow strike.
Belafonte controlling the action here for a moment.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Belafonte gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Von Cocksuker.

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.
Belafonte working Von Cocksuker over with knees to the body.
Belafonte lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Belafonte looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Belafonte lands an elbow just above Von Cocksuker 's eye.
Von Cocksuker looking for a takedown.
Von Cocksuker letting Belafonte take a breather here.
The crowd are getting pretty annoyed with Belafonte for his constant stalling in the clinch and are voicing their displeasure.
Von Cocksuker tries to pull guard but Belafonte won't allow it.
Von Cocksuker takes a knee right on the jaw!

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Belafonte trying to stall but Von Cocksuker improves his position.
Belafonte landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Von Cocksuker takes an elbow to the temple.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Belafonte lands an elbow just above Von Cocksuker 's eye.
Belafonte is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Von Cocksuker has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Belafonte avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Belafonte landing some nice looking knees to the body.
With the fighters up against the cage, Belafonte throws an elbow but misses.
Belafonte stalling in the clinch but Von Cocksuker improves position.
Belafonte tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Belafonte throws an elbow that misses.

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.
Belafonte looking to throw knees to the head but Von Cocksuker is blocking nicely.
Belafonte trying to stall but Von Cocksuker improves his position.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Victor Belafonte.
Belafonte circles away from the clinch attempt.
Von Cocksuker wants to land a leg kick but Belafonte is out of range.
Von Cocksuker throws a lazy uppercut

and Belafonte moves into the clinch.
Belafonte throws an elbow that misses.
Von Cocksuker is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Belafonte pulls him back up using the underhooks.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Von Cocksuker blocks the elbow strike.
Belafonte is looking to control Von Cocksuker's arms but Von Cocksuker gets an underhook and turns him. Now Belafonte has his back to the cage.
Adolf Von Cocksuker has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Victor Belafonte is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.

Von Cocksuker turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Von Cocksuker manages to end up in side control.

And that's the end of the fight!
Victor Belafonte showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Belafonte, 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 David Schapiro scores the fight 30:27
Judge Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 30:27
Judge Steve Montenegro scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Victor Belafonte!

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
32%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a featherweight MMA rules bout between Owen Camas (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Josh Evens (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Chooooooooon! I think Camas might be my favorite fighter, now he's come out to http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6qG1sZhO74A. Evens has chosen ac dc-Back in Black as his entrance music. Josh Evens will no doubt be trying to keep this one on the feet, where he has a distinct advantage.

Camas
vs
Evens

175 cm
25
151 lbs
1 - 0 - 1

162 cm
26
155 lbs
3 - 3 - 2

BJJ Purple Belt
Brawler
Granite chin

BJJ Blue Belt
Counter striker
Granite chin

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 1 - 0 - 1, fighting out of New York, Owen Camas!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 3 - 3 - 2, fighting out of New York, Josh Evens!
The judges for this bout are Bruno Lombardi, Eddie Farnsworth and Chad Campbell.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
No joy there for Evens, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Evens loads up on a big right hand but Camas slips the punch.
Camas swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Camas closes the distance looking to clinch
and Evens counters with a lovely straight right hand!

It looks like Owen Camas has been cut.

Evens takes the fight into the clinch.

Evens manages to break the clinch.
Evens avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Camas misses with the combination.
Camas tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Evens swivels and escapes.
Camas tries a head kick but it misses.
Camas shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Evens but Evens pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Evens scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Evens thows a leg kick but Camas checks it

and Camas counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Camas is trying to control the action in half guard but Evens is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Evens is trying to stand up here but Camas is controlling him well.
Camas wants to take a breather but Evens is having none of it.
Camas slows the pace down in half guard.

The ref stands the fighters back up because Owen Camas just wasn't active enough.
Camas dodges the punch combination from Evens.
Evens keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Camas.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Some wild striking there from Evens.
Josh Evens is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Camas slips a jab and a cross from Evens.
Camas wants to clinch.
Camas takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Evens defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Camas.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Owen Camas. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Evens connects with a single shot there.
Camas tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Evens swivels and escapes.
Evens rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Camas moves out of range and avoids them all easily.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Camas walks into a stiff left hand from Evens.
Evens throws a quick inside leg kick.
Camas wants to clinch but Evens slips to the side
and Evens counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Evens lands with a hook. Camas tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Camas pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Evens misses with a few strikes there.
Evens fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Camas looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Camas shoots for a takedown but Evens saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Camas is breathing heavily.
Camas is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Evens throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Some wild striking there from Evens.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Camas looks for a takedown but Evens sprawls well.
Camas tries to clinch but Evens moves away
and Evens counters with a slapping leg kick.
Evens misses with a double jab
and Camas counters with a left and a right that stings Evens.
Camas is looking to chop away at Evens's legs.
Camas shoots in for a takedown but Evens shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.

Oooooh!!! Evens has knocked Camas down with a huge combo! Evens steps away and waves a wobbly Camas back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!

Camas is rocked!
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!
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Evens misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Oh Camas is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
A punch combination from Evens misses.
Evens misses with a two punch combination.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Josh Evens dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Owen Camas's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.

Evens drops Camas with a straight right hand, right on the button! Evens follows him down to the mat and pounds him out with hammerfists until the referee jumps in to end the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:05 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Josh Evens!

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
100%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between David Paterson (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Bill Goldberg (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Paterson comes into the arena with Guerilla Radio by Rage Against The Machine blaring out of the sound system. I can't wait for this one - let's get the fighter introductions out of the way and get this one started!

Paterson
vs
Goldberg

213 cm
18
280 lbs
2 - 0 - 0

193 cm
19
255 lbs
2 - 2 - 1

BJJ Brown Belt
Counter striker
Granite chin

BJJ Blue Belt
Counter striker
Intelligent

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 2 - 0 - 0, fighting out of New York, David Paterson!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 2 - 2 - 1, fighting out of New York, Bill Goldberg!
The judges for this bout are Eddie Farnsworth, Lou da Vinci and Jonathan Paton.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!

Paterson looking to score a takedown here. Goldberg is defending well but Paterson drives through and ends up in Goldberg's guard.
Goldberg looking for a sweep. Not yet Goldberg, not yet.

Paterson 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.

Paterson drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Paterson jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Goldberg really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Paterson. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.

Paterson drops back looking for a leg! Goldberg is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Goldberg manages to kick Paterson off! Paterson jumps back into Goldberg's guard.
Paterson will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Paterson passes Goldberg's right leg, so he's now in half guard.

Goldberg is looking to regain full guard. He's left an arm up in the air though and Paterson has latched onto it... Big trouble! Paterson pivots for an armbar - it's in tight and it Goldberg is tapping in no time flat! Great counter grappling there from Paterson!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). David Paterson!

C
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C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
62%

Co-main event

Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Alaric Visigoth (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Renato DeSouza (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Visigoth comes to the cage accompanied by THUNDERSTRUCK. These two fighters really are very evenly matched on the feet - it will be fascinating to see who can assert themselves in that aspect of the fight.

Visigoth
vs
DeSouza

175 cm
26
170 lbs
6 - 6 - 0

181 cm
24
182 lbs
2 - 0 - 0

Good wrestling
Counter striker
Very quick

BJJ Brown Belt
Counter striker
Determined

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the welterweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 6 - 6 - 0, fighting out of New York, Alaric Visigoth!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 2 - 0 - 0, fighting out of New York, Renato DeSouza!
The judges for this bout are Reed Andrews, Steve Montenegro and Columbo Gatti.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Visigoth keeps the fight on the outside.

DeSouza throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Visigoth tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. DeSouza is in Visigoth's guard.
Visigoth keeping moving, preventing DeSouza from controlling successfully.

DeSouza has gone for a leg lock! Visigoth slips out almost immediately though and dives into DeSouza's guard.
Visigoth has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Visigoth trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Visigoth throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as DeSouza works some decent striking defense from the bottom.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Visigoth wants to control from the top but DeSouza keeps moving.
Visigoth throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as DeSouza works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Visigoth working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Visigoth trying to control the position from guard on top but DeSouza is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
DeSouza being controlled here, momentarily.

We're going to have a standup here because Alaric Visigoth wasn't active enough for the referee's liking.

Visigoth looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into mount! Oh, that's bad for DeSouza!

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Visigoth connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
Visigoth lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.
Visigoth thuds his fist into the canvas! Oooouch!

That's three minutes gone in the round.
DeSouza regains half guard.
DeSouza gets full guard.
Visigoth in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
DeSouza working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Visigoth.
Visigoth looking to sit in guard and control but DeSouza gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.

DeSouza postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Visigoth is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of DeSouza, into his guard.
DeSouza keeping moving, preventing Visigoth from controlling successfully.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Visigoth pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. DeSouza is keeping the position for now.
Visigoth with a flurry of punches that miss.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Visigoth 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.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Alaric Visigoth dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!

DeSouza misses with a takedown attempt

and Visigoth counters with a single leg into guard. DeSouza didn't expect that.
Visigoth wants to pass the guard but DeSouza is keeping the position.
Visigoth throwing strikes but missing.
Visigoth throws and elbow that misses. DeSouza uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Visigoth's guard. Nice move by DeSouza!
Visigoth keeping moving, preventing DeSouza from controlling successfully.
DeSouza missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.

That's one minute gone in the round.
DeSouza tries to free his leg and advance position but Visigoth is retaining full guard.
DeSouza throws a strike but Visigoth rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top.
Visigoth controlling from the top position.
Visigoth lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Visigoth postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Visigoth in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
DeSouza looking to hit a scissor sweep but Visigoth is one step ahead there.
Visigoth forces his way into half guard.
DeSouza taking some punishment here, with Visigoth in his half guard.
Visigoth not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Visigoth is just content to waste time from the top position. DeSouza takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Visigoth wants to control from the top but DeSouza keeps moving.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Visigoth is looking to work some ground and pound but DeSouza has wrist control.
Visigoth throws a big right hand that misses.
Visigoth 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.
DeSouza keeping moving, preventing Visigoth from controlling successfully.
Visigoth throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as DeSouza works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Visigoth is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Visigoth passes DeSouza's left leg - he's now in half guard.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
DeSouza taking some punishment here, with Visigoth in his half guard.
Nice strikes from Visigoth there.
DeSouza slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Visigoth with a flurry of punches that miss.
DeSouza preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.

DeSouza working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Visigoth doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Visigoth manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Visigoth throws and elbow that misses. DeSouza uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Visigoth's guard. Nice move by DeSouza!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Alaric Visigoth 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. This is the final round!

Visigoth drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Visigoth slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Visigoth wants to control for a moment but DeSouza uses the opportunity to move back to half guard.
Visigoth seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.

That's one minute gone in the round.
DeSouza tries to roll over but Visigoth keeps him under control.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Visigoth lands a nice short elbow.
Visigoth working over DeSouza with some ground and pound. DeSouza looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
DeSouza keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Visigoth scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Visigoth working DeSouza over with strikes.
DeSouza is not content to let Visigoth control the position.
Visigoth working the head and body with strikes.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Visigoth lands strikes from half guard.
Visigoth lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Visigoth blocks the strikes from DeSouza.
Visigoth looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Visigoth trying to mount his opponent but DeSouza defends it.

DeSouza is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Visigoth pulls his head out easily.
DeSouza takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
DeSouza won't allow Visigoth to pass to mount.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
DeSouza is refusing to be controlled, as Visigoth sits in half guard.
Visigoth is nestled in close to DeSouza, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Visigoth not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Visigoth is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Visigoth wants to take a breather but DeSouza is having none of it.
Visigoth missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Visigoth scores with a couple of good hammerfists.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Visigoth seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but DeSouza does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Renato DeSouza has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Visigoth looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks DeSouza with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
DeSouza keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Visigoth not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Visigoth thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed DeSouza's head.
Visigoth thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed DeSouza's head.
Visigoth is trying to control the action in half guard but DeSouza is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Visigoth lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Alaric Visigoth is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Visigoth trying to control the action but DeSouza is working from the bottom.

And that's the end of the fight!
Alaric Visigoth showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Visigoth has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Reed Andrews scores the fight 30:26
Judge Steve Montenegro scores the fight 30:26
Judge Columbo Gatti scores the fight 30:26

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Alaric Visigoth!

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energy
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hype
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FIGHT
RATING
44%

Main event

Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Alexandre Carlitos (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and New York Strangler (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Buckle up people - heeeeeeeeeere we go!

Carlitos
vs
York Strangler

178 cm
25
152 lbs
10 - 5 - 0

175 cm
29
167 lbs
10 - 7 - 1

Good wrestling
Excellent boxer
Very strong

ADCC Champion
Excellent MT
Granite chin

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the welterweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 10 - 5 - 0, fighting out of New York, Alexandre Carlitos !
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 10 - 7 - 1, fighting out of New York, New York Strangler!
The judges for this bout are John Kavanagh, Reed Andrews and Russell Pearce.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Carlitos stuffs the takedown attempt from Strangler. Strangler gets slowly back to his feet.
Strangler takes a swing at Carlitos 's ribcage but misses.
Alexandre Carlitos seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Carlitos slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.

It looks like New York Strangler has been cut.
Carlitos looks to land a left hand but Strangler moved out of range nicely.
Strangler pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Carlitos throws an ugly left hook that misses

and Strangler counters with a nice double leg into side control. Carlitos won't be happy with that.
Strangler working the body and head with strikes.
Strangler misses with the ground and pound.
Strangler lands a nice forearm strike.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!

Strangler swings around for an armbar but Carlitos sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Strangler's guard.
Carlitos has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Strangler is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Carlitos is controlling him.
Carlitos stopping the sweep attempt from Strangler.
Carlitos postures up in Strangler's guard and throws a big left but Strangler blocks it.
Strangler bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Carlitos 's guard.
Carlitos bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Strangler's guard.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Carlitos tries to free his leg and advance position but Strangler is retaining full guard.
Carlitos trying to control the position from guard on top but Strangler is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Strangler not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Strangler is on top in guard.
Carlitos working a defensive guard here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Carlitos wants to sweep but no luck.
Carlitos is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Strangler has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Strangler postures up.

Strangler thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Strangler's corner. There ya go! There ya go!

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.
Strangler keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Carlitos 's head.
Carlitos is pulling down on Strangler's head to control his posture.
Strangler trying to control the position from guard on top but Carlitos is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Strangler postures up in Carlitos 's guard and throws a big left but Carlitos blocks it.
Strangler is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Strangler throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Strangler wants to control from the top but Carlitos keeps moving.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Strangler looking to pass the guard.

The ref stands the fighters back up. New York Strangler was stalling too much, according to the referee.
Strangler tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Carlitos fails in his attempt to clinch.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Strangler fails to land the takedown.
Carlitos throws a poor cross that misses

and Strangler counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Carlitos tries to get to full guard but Strangler has control of the leg.
Ground and pound from Strangler.

Strangler is working for a kimura but Carlitos is defending it quite comfortably.

Strangler is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Strangler trying to control the action but Carlitos is working from the bottom.
Carlitos moves into full guard.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Carlitos has a closed guard, preventing Strangler from standing up.
Carlitos wants to sweep here but Strangler controlling him for the moment.

Strangler has gone for a leg lock! Carlitos slips out almost immediately though and dives into Strangler's guard.
Carlitos postures up.
Carlitos won't allow Strangler to sweep him here.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.

Strangler looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Carlitos passes into side control.

Carlitos decides to stand back up. Carlitos steps back and let's Strangler get back to his feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

New York Strangler dominated that round.
The cut man is working on New York Strangler's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!

Carlitos misses with a left hand

and Strangler decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Carlitos 's guard.
Strangler throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Carlitos works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Strangler trying to control but Carlitos is working from the bottom.
Strangler throws a big right hand that misses.
Strangler trying to control but Carlitos is working from the bottom.
Carlitos wants to stand up but Strangler is controlling him.
Carlitos looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Strangler looking to pass the guard.
Strangler lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Strangler wants to pass the guard but Carlitos is keeping the position.
Strangler is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Carlitos wants to sweep here but Strangler controlling him for the moment.

Strangler gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Strangler has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Carlitos finds it's way round the side to connect with Strangler's head.
Strangler fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Strangler scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Alexandre Carlitos is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Decent striking displayed by Strangler there.
Carlitos throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Carlitos misses with a right hand
and Strangler counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Carlitos blocks a jab.
Strangler fails with a takedown attempt.
Strangler on the wrong end of a nice jab.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Some wild striking there from Strangler.
A combination from Carlitos does no damage.
Carlitos lands with an overhand left.
Strangler looks to land a combination but Carlitos avoids it well.

Strangler fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Carlitos sprawls well initially but Strangler persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Carlitos wants to get back to full guard.
Strangler wants to take a breather but Carlitos is having none of it.
Carlitos preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.

Strangler is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Strangler prevents Carlitos from standing back up.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Strangler slows the pace down in half guard.
Strangler passes to full mount!
Carlitos is squirming around, avoiding Strangler's attempts to control the action.

Strangler looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
Carlitos is desperately trying to get back to half guard.

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.
A nice elbow there by Strangler.
Strangler scoring with strikes but Carlitos is staying in there.
Strangler is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Carlitos can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
Carlitos is desperately trying to improve his position but Strangler has a good base and remains in mount.

Strangler looking to secure an arm triangle but Carlitos defends it well.
Carlitos tries to reverse the position but Strangler maintains control.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Strangler lands a nice shot to the head.

Strangler swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Carlitos is now in Strangler's guard. A big mistake from Strangler there, giving up the dominant position!
Strangler bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Carlitos 's guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

New York Strangler showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on New York Strangler's cut.
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!

Carlitos chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Strangler can pounce on him.
Carlitos looks to land a right hand but Strangler moved out of range.
Strangler fails with a takedown attempt.

Strangler throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Carlitos was covering up waiting for the punch and Strangler finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Carlitos preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Strangler working some strikes from top position.
Strangler wants to pass the guard but Carlitos is keeping the position.
Strangler is looking to work some ground and pound but Carlitos has wrist control.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Strangler throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Strangler missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Carlitos keeping moving, preventing Strangler from controlling successfully.
Carlitos keeping full guard, as Strangler tries to pass.

Strangler drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Carlitos manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Strangler has Carlitos in his guard.
Strangler trying to control the position.
Strangler throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
Carlitos is working Strangler over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Strangler is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Carlitos is controlling him.
Carlitos wants to pass the guard but Strangler is keeping the position.
Alexandre Carlitos has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!

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.
Carlitos has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Strangler is proving hard to escape from.
Carlitos throwing strikes but missing.
Strangler avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Strangler is on top in guard.
Strangler slips nicely into half guard.
Strangler is thwarting Carlitos 's attempts to control the position.
Carlitos is not content to let Strangler control the position.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Carlitos is trying to stand back up but Strangler is controlling him
Carlitos punching from the bottom.
Strangler tries to pass the half guard into mount. Carlitos knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Carlitos is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Strangler scores with a couple of nice shots.
Strangler not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Carlitos is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Strangler scores with a couple of nice shots.

Strangler wants to work for an arm triangle but Carlitos is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Strangler is looking to take a break and control but Carlitos is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.

Strangler looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.

That's four minutes gone in the round.

Strangler looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Carlitos won't allow Strangler to pass to mount.

And that's the end of the fight!
New York Strangler comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Strangler 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 John Kavanagh scores the fight 27:30
Judge Reed Andrews scores the fight 27:30
Judge Russell Pearce scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... New York Strangler!