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Sunday Night Showdown: 1 PBP Commentary |
Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a lightweight MMA rules bout between Anthony Stephenson (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and The Machine (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). We have two fighters making their debuts here, so let's see who comes out of this one with their first professional victory.
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the lightweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
0 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Anthony Stephenson!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
0 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, The Machine!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Franklin, Wesley Smith and Tiny Johnson.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Stephenson pushes Machine up against the cage in a clinch.
Machine breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Stephenson looks to land a combination. Machine sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Stephenson throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Stephenson tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in the close the distance. Machine manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Sloppy strikes from Machine. Those never looked like landing.
Machine takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Stephenson fails to land the takedown.
Machine misses with a wild combination.
Machine shoots in for a double leg but Stephenson sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Machine fails with a takedown attempt.
Stephenson displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Machine.
Anthony Stephenson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of The Machine.
Machine takes a swing at Stephenson's ribcage but misses.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Machine is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Stephenson tries to clinch but Machine moves out of range.
Machine moves in looking to clinch but Stephenson pushes him off.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Stephenson. Machine shrugs it off though.
Stephenson tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in the close the distance. Machine manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Stephenson tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Stephenson fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Machine avoids it really well and circles away.
Machine misses with a straight left.
Stephenson tries to close the distance and clinch up but Machine swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Stephenson has closed the distance and engaged Machine in a clinch.
Machine's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Stephenson throws a head kick that misses.
Stephenson tries to clinch but Machine is having none of it.
Machine fails to land the takedown.
Stephenson really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Stephenson looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Machine drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Stephenson is breathing heavily.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Machine with a flurry of punches that miss.
Machine stands up and waves to Stephenson to follow him.
Stephenson wants to clinch up but Machine keeps it at a distance.
Stephenson tries to clinch but Machine is having none of it.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
A slow jab from Machine misses its intended target.
Stephenson shoots in but Machine avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Machine misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Stephenson.
Stephenson throws a body kick that misses.
Machine has closed the distance and engaged Stephenson in a clinch.
Machine keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Stephenson's efforts to push away.
Machine crunches a lovely knee into Stephenson's ribcage.
Machine tightens his grip and picks Stephenson up, before dumping him to the ground. Stephenson manages to land in guard.
Stephenson keeping full guard, as Machine tries to pass.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Machine throws a strike but Stephenson rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top.
Machine has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Machine pulls Stephenson in close to prevent any damage.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Machine keeping moving, preventing Stephenson from controlling successfully.
Machine wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
The ref calls for a clean break and stands the fighters back up. The Machine wasn't active enough on the ground.
Machine misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
The Machine dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
Stephenson throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Machine's waist but Machine gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Stephenson off to one side.
Stephenson looks to land a combination but Machine avoids it well.
Stephenson fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Machine throws a head kick that misses.
Stephenson tries to land a front kick but Machine steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Stephenson takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Machine gets a double leg takedown into Stephenson's guard.
Machine postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Machine stays in close to Stephenson's body and controls the position.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Machine is pushing down on Stephenson's leg trying to pass to half guard. Stephenson is fighting to maintain full guard but Machine has managed to sneak the leg through.
Machine stands up from half 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!
Machine fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Machine throws a nice outside leg kick.
Machine fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Machine clinches up with Stephenson and pushes him back against the cage.
Machine manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Stephenson has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Machine keeping moving, preventing Stephenson from controlling successfully.
Machine pulls Stephenson in close to prevent any damage.
Machine lands a beautiful switch and he's in full mount! That could spell trouble for Stephenson!
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Machine controlling the pace for now.
Stephenson taking shots to the head.
Machine is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Stephenson has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Stephenson!
Machine seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Stephenson got a little sloppy there for a moment and Machine has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Stephenson has managed to get both his arms back between Machine's legs - danger averted.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Machine wants to sweep but no luck.
Machine lands a beautiful switch and he's in full mount! That could spell trouble for Stephenson!
Machine has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Stephenson's face.
Machine swings around for an armbar and he's got it! Wow, that came out of nowhere! What a finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:01 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). The Machine!
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Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a lightweight MMA rules bout between Relentless AD (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Slater Lowman (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Both these guys have really solid chins. Will we see a standup war or will they both decide that a knockout is unlikely and try to win the fight elsewhere?
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the lightweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
2 - 5 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Relentless AD!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
2 - 2 - 1, fighting out of Las Vegas, Slater Lowman!
The judges for this bout are Cecil Peabody, Daniel Franklin and Stewart Dunkirk.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
AD shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. AD showed some decent athleticism there.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
AD missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
AD is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Lowman is just riding it out for now. AD eventually gives up the hold.
Lowman is trying to get back to full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
AD decides to stand up.
Lowman throws a series of punches but AD moves out of range.
Lowman throws a poor cross that misses
and AD counters with a thumping low kick.
AD shoots in but Lowman avoids the takedown attempt easily.
AD throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Lowman fails to land the takedown.
AD closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
AD lands strikes from half guard.
AD 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.
Lowman is refusing to be controlled, as AD sits in half guard.
Lowman wants to control but AD is keeping busy and won't allow it.
AD is working for a submission of some sort.
Lowman is looking for a sweep. AD is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
AD stops Lowman from getting back to his feet.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
AD is looking for a kimura here.
AD looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
AD wants to pass the guard but Lowman is defending well.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
AD is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Lowman sees it coming and defends easily.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lowman is refusing to be controlled, as AD sits in half guard.
Lowman has hold of AD's hands but AD slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
AD landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Lowman trying to control from the bottom.
Lowman keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Lowman is defending against the submission attempts here by AD.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
AD thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
AD seems to be looking for submissions.
Lowman is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
AD works his way into full mount!
Lowman keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
AD controlling from mount.
AD is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Lowman to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Lowman shrugs it off.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Lowman blocking the ground and pound.
AD get's back to his feet.
AD doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
AD misses with a series of wild punches.
AD thumps Lowman with a low kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lowman fails with the takedown.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
AD shoots in for a takedown but Lowman shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
AD darts in and clinches Lowman up against the cage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Relentless AD dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
No joy there for AD, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
AD keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
A telegraphed right hand from Lowman misses the target.
AD dives in and scores a takedown into Lowman's guard.
AD wants to control from the top but Lowman keeps moving.
AD 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.
AD drops back, looking for a kneebar! Lowman looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Lowman looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Lowman!
AD defending against the ground and pound.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Lowman tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
Lowman is putting a hurting on AD here, landing some big shots from side control.
AD manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
AD blocking the ground and pound attempt from Lowman.
AD is looking to control Lowman's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can AD avoid being mounted?
Lowman throws a strike but AD avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
Lowman trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Lowman wants to stand but AD has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
Lowman drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and AD dives on top into guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
AD trying to control the position from guard on top but Lowman is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
AD drops back looking for a leg! Lowman is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Lowman manages to kick AD off! AD jumps back into Lowman's guard.
AD trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Lowman is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
AD stands up and waves to Lowman to follow him.
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!
Lowman throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Lowman misses with a wild body shot.
Relentless AD seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
AD throws a series of punches but Lowman avoids them all with ease.
AD closes the distance and clinches.
AD has hold of one of Lowman's legs. Lowman is fighting the takedown attempt but AD gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
Lowman really doesn't want to stay on the ground with AD. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
AD trying to control the position from guard on top but Lowman is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lowman preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Lowman is controlling AD's posture.
AD trying to control the position from guard on top but Lowman is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
AD won't allow Lowman to get back to his feet.
AD thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
AD working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Lowman keeping full guard, as AD tries to pass.
Lowman wants to stand but AD is controlling the position.
Lowman is pulling down on AD's head. It's preventing any offense from AD, at least for the moment.
The referee has ruled that neither fighter is active enough on the ground and has stood them back up.
AD throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Lowman tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. AD is in Lowman's guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
AD wants to control from the top but Lowman keeps moving.
Lowman is looking to stand up but AD isn't so interested in that idea.
AD is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Lowman is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Lowman has escaped and now he's on top!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Relentless AD dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
Lowman jabs AD right on the nose. AD blinks but takes it well.
AD misses with a head kick.
AD fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Lowman, pushing him back against the cage.
Lowman tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
AD tries to pull guard but Lowman won't allow it.
Lowman throws a knee to the head but misses.
AD changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Lowman fights it off and pushes away nicely.
AD shoots for a takedown but Lowman saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Relentless AD. That's going to take a lot out of him.
That's one minute gone in the round.
AD tries for a takedown but Lowman sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
AD moves into the clinch.
AD has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Lowman is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
AD can't get the takedown.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
A nice left hand lands by Lowman.
Lowman tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Lowman is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
AD tries for a takedown but Lowman manages to get underhooks.
AD tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Lowman smiles and moves away.
The fight stays on the outside here - Lowman looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
AD throws a series of punches but Lowman moves out of range.
AD keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Lowman.
AD throws a combination that misses
enabling Lowman to counter with a crisp jab.
It looks like Relentless AD has been cut.
Lowman takes a shot to the body in his stride.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lowman throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. AD tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Lowman is in AD's guard.
AD manages to escape and get back to his feet.
Lowman lands with a straight right. AD didn't see that one coming.
AD pulls out of a head kick attempt.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
AD gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
AD tries for a takedown. No joy.
AD tries to circle away but Lowman has him pinned against the cage.
Lowman pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Lowman lands with a thumping leg kick.
Lowman misses with a two punch combination.
Lowman moves into the clinch.
AD has Lowman pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Lowman manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Lowman using the Thai plumb to throw knees but AD has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
AD wants a takedown.
Lowman with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Lowman wants to break free but AD has control.
Lowman lands a hook that snaps the head of AD backwards.
Lowman throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but AD blocks it with crossed arms.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
AD takes a knee right on the jaw!
Lowman misses with a knee strike.
Lowman is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. AD is defending well for now.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
AD lands a takedown into guard.
AD decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Lowman, up you get!
Lowman scores with a leg kick.
AD fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Slater Lowman has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Slater Lowman seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Lowman turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
AD forces Lowman back against the cage and clinches.
Relentless AD is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
AD pulls guard successfully.
AD working for a triangle but Lowman defends it easily.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Slater Lowman.
I think AD 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 Cecil Peabody scores the fight 29:28
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 29:28
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Relentless AD!
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Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Stan Pede (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Tdk Spark (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Man, I cannot wait for this one!
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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
1 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Stan Pede!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
1 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Tdk Spark!
The judges for this bout are Robert Twigg, Frank Dennis and Gwen Towbar.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Spark fails to land the takedown.
Pede slips a jab and a cross from Spark.
Spark throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Pede's waist but Pede gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Spark off to one side.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Spark.
Stan Pede has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tdk Spark.
Pede slips a jab and a cross from Spark.
Spark connects with a high kick.
It looks like Stan Pede has been cut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Spark gets caught flat footed, as Pede shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Pede drops back looking for a leg! Spark is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Spark manages to kick Pede off! Pede jumps back into Spark's guard.
Pede passes Spark's left leg - he's now in half guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Pede seems to be looking for submissions.
Spark is defending against the submission attempts here by Pede.
Pede is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Spark defends it well.
Pede trying to pass the guard but Spark defending well.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Spark tries to get to full guard but Pede has control of the leg.
Pede is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Pede is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Spark has managed to free his arm - good work.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Spark kicks Pede off and gets back to his feet.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Spark shoots in for a takedown but Pede shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Spark shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Pede as he jumps to the side.
Spark looks to land a combination but Pede avoids it well.
Pede changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Spark tries to avoid it but Pede manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Spark to the ground. Spark escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Pede blocks a head kick by Spark.
Pede shoots for a takedown but Spark saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Tdk Spark seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Spark lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Pede is breathing heavily.
Spark fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
No joy there for Spark, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Nice sprawl there from Spark as Pede shoots in.
Spark tries to clinch up but Pede circles away and keeps his distance.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Spark tries a head kick but it misses.
Spark scores with a nice body kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Spark throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Pede.
A head kick misses from Spark.
Pede slaps away a takedown attempt from Spark, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Spark tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Pede slips a jab and a cross from Spark.
Spark tries to clinch there but Pede circles away.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Spark displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Pede.
Pede blocks a head kick by Spark.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Tdk Spark dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Stan Pede's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
Spark shoots in for a double leg but Pede sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Spark fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Spark pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Spark wants to clinch up but Pede keeps it at a distance.
Pede avoids the head kick by Spark.
Tdk Spark seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Spark with a lazy takedown attempt
and Pede counters with a shoot takedown. Spark fights it but they end up in guard.
Pede pushing down on Spark's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Pede is looking for a kimura here.
Pede is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Spark tries to get to full guard but Pede has control of the leg.
Pede wants to work for an arm triangle but Spark is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Pede is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Pede is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Spark is just riding it out for now. Pede eventually gives up the hold.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Pede passes the guard and advances to mount!
Pede looking for a guillotine from mount but Spark is having none of it.
Spark wants to control but Pede is having none of it.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Spark really wants to buck Pede off and get back to his feet.
Pede working for a guillotine from mount but Spark is in no mood to give up.
Pede is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Spark can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning.
Pede swings around for an armbar and he's got it! Wow, that came out of nowhere! What a finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:04 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Stan Pede!
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Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Dan Thunder (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Forrest Gump (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Thunder comes to the cage accompanied by Wu Tang Clan Ain't Nuthin' To F*ck With . I don't know about you partner, but I'm pumped for this one!
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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
5 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Dan Thunder!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
1 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Forrest Gump!
The judges for this bout are Tiny Johnson, Gwen Towbar and Cecil Peabody.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
No luck with that takedown attempt from Gump.
Thunder throws a head kick that misses.
Thunder slips a jab and a cross from Gump.
Thunder stuffs the takedown.
Gump avoids a punch combination nicely.
Thunder circles away from the clinch attempt.
Gump throws a leg kick
and Thunder counters with a right hand to the body.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Gump is defended easily by Thunder.
Dan Thunder has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Forrest Gump.
Gump throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Thunder swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Gump.
Nice body kick there by Thunder.
Thunder misses with the combination.
Thunder plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A left and a right from Thunder both land. Nice combination.
Gump is rocked!
Thunder throws an overhand right that has Gump reeling! Thunder follows up with more punches and Gump is out cold! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:03 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Dan Thunder!
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Coming up we have a lightweight MMA rules bout between Bob Malkovich (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Jenson Crowder (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Jenson Crowder is the more experienced fighter, so let's see if that makes a difference tonight.
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160 lbs
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154 lbs
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Basic striking
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the lightweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
2 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Bob Malkovich!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
4 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Jenson Crowder!
The judges for this bout are Gwen Towbar, Robert Twigg and Wesley Smith.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Crowder tries for a takedown but Malkovich circles away easily
and Malkovich counters with a single leg into guard. Crowder didn't expect that.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Crowder preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Crowder manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Malkovich manages to get himself to full guard.
Malkovich knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Crowder on the ground.
Malkovich is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Malkovich looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Malkovich 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.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Crowder trying to control the position from guard on top but Malkovich is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Crowder stands and throws Malkovich's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Crowder tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Crowder misses with the ground and pound.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Malkovich tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Malkovich is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Crowder is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Malkovich looking for submissions off his back.
Crowder prevents Malkovich from improving his position.
Malkovich is looking to escape.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Malkovich tries to roll over but Crowder keeps him under control.
Malkovich wants to get back to his feet.
Crowder seems to have lost interest with the ground game and is thinking about standing back up.
Malkovich looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Malkovich manages to get to full guard.
Malkovich on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Malkovich tries to get out of the position.
Crowder slips nicely into half guard.
Malkovich is staying active underneath Crowder, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
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!
Malkovich is looking to improve his position.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Crowder is working for a submission of some sort.
Malkovich tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Crowder has advanced to mount. Uh oh.
Crowder prevents Malkovich from getting the reversal.
Malkovich regains half guard.
Malkovich avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Crowder.
Malkovich is looking for a sweep. Crowder is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Malkovich is defending against the submission attempts here by Crowder.
Malkovich is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Crowder pulls his head out easily.
Malkovich looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Crowder is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Malkovich is looking to improve his position.
Both fighters really going for it on the ground here!
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Crowder is working for a kimura but Malkovich is defending it quite comfortably.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Bob Malkovich will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
Malkovich drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Crowder tries to improve position but can't.
Malkovich is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Crowder is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Crowder is trying to get back to his feet.
Malkovich trying to control the position but Crowder is working away.
Malkovich goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Crowder has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Malkovich but great work by Crowder.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Malkovich avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Crowder.
Crowder tries for a kimura but Malkovich is defending well.
Crowder is looking to take a break and control but Malkovich is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Malkovich wants to control but Crowder postures up.
Malkovich is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Crowder is controlling him well.
Bob Malkovich overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Malkovich tries to improve position but can't.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Crowder is trying to get an arm triangle but Malkovich is defending well.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Crowder looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Crowder is breathing heavily.
Malkovich explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there!
Nice shot lands for Malkovich.
Malkovich throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Malkovich fails with the takedown.
Crowder will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Crowder avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Bob Malkovich seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Crowder doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Malkovich counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Malkovich lands a jab to Crowder's midsection.
Crowder shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Malkovich sprawls well. Malkovich wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Crowder gets slowly back to his feet.
Bob Malkovich has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jenson Crowder.
Malkovich scores with a jab to the head.
Malkovich stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Malkovich wants it to stay on the feet.
Malkovich closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Malkovich lands in his opponent's guard.
Malkovich drops back, looking for a kneebar! Crowder looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Crowder looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Crowder!
Malkovich is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
Crowder wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Malkovich, who protects the arm well.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Crowder misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
Malkovich throws Crowder to one side and escapes!
Malkovich defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Crowder.
Crowder gets caught napping as Malkovich dives in and scores a takedown. Crowder manages to retain guard.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Malkovich passes into half guard.
Malkovich is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Crowder doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Malkovich.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Malkovich is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Crowder sees it coming and defends easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bob Malkovich dominated that second round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
Malkovich scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Crowder doesn't seem bothered though.
Malkovich changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Crowder looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Malkovich is trying to get an arm triangle but Crowder is defending well.
Crowder is trying to control Malkovich's posture but Malkovich avoids it.
Crowder manages to work his way to half guard, despite Malkovich's best efforts.
Crowder looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Malkovich seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Crowder does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Crowder manages to get to full guard.
Crowder takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Malkovich drops back, looking for a kneebar! Crowder looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Crowder looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Crowder!
Malkovich tries to bench press Crowder off him but Crowder keeps the position.
Malkovich is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Crowder has just dragged him back down to the mat.
Malkovich tries to improve position but can't.
Crowder wants to control but Malkovich is keeping him busy.
Malkovich is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Crowder off and has taken his back!
Malkovich is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Crowder defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Malkovich is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Crowder is defending well though. Malkovich let's go of the attempt for now.
Malkovich has got his arm under Crowder's chin working for the choke… has he got it? It looks pretty tight! Oh! Crowder has spun round into Malkovich's guard beautifully! Well done that man!
Malkovich kicks Crowder off and gets to his feet.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Malkovich shoots in looking for a takedown. Crowder tries to sprawl out of it but Malkovich keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Crowder manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Malkovich stuffs the takedown attempt from Crowder. Crowder gets slowly back to his feet.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Nice takedown defense from Crowder. No joy for Malkovich on that attempt.
Crowder scores with a takedown into Malkovich's guard.
Malkovich keeping moving, preventing Crowder from controlling successfully.
Malkovich working for a triangle but Crowder defends it easily.
Malkovich wants to stand up but Crowder is controlling him.
Malkovich throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land.
Crowder trying to control but Malkovich is working from the bottom.
Bob Malkovich is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Malkovich wants to sweep here but Crowder controlling him for the moment.
Crowder trying to control but Malkovich is working from the bottom.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Malkovich looking to hit a scissor sweep but Crowder is one step ahead there.
Jenson Crowder has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Crowder looking to pass the guard.
Malkovich uses the cage to get back to his feet.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Malkovich fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
And that's the end of the fight!
Bob Malkovich showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Malkovich 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 Gwen Towbar scores the fight 30:27
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 30:27
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bob Malkovich!
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Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Chester Copperpot (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Hagler Hearns (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
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211 lbs
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206 lbs
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Counter striker
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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
4 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Chester Copperpot!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
2 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Hagler Hearns!
The judges for this bout are Alan Glass, George Francis and Tiny Johnson.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Hearns throws a body punch but Copperpot moves out of range.
Hearns lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Hearns stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Hearns wants it to stay on the feet.
Copperpot shoots in for a takedown but Hearns shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Hearns drops Copperpot with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Copperpot looks back up at him and smiles so Hearns waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed.
Copperpot is rocked!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Hearns wobbles Copperpot with a right hand and the left hook that follows puts him on his rear! Hearns dives in with a huge flying punch that connects right on the button and puts Copperpot to sleep! - What a violent and spectacular finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:25 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Hagler Hearns!
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Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between George Green (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Kain Velazquez (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Velazquez has chosen Since the Flood- "Valor and Vengeance as his entrance music. George Green could well score a knockout today. He has the power to get to Kain Velazquez's chin.
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210 lbs
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205 lbs
2 - 0 - 0 |
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 5 rounds, for the light heavyweight championship of the world!
Introducing the champion to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
4 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, George Green!
And introducing the challenger to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
2 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Kain Velazquez!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Franklin, Tiny Johnson and Alan Glass.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Velazquez lands a really nice looking cross but Green seems unphased.
Green throws a low kick but Velazquez moves out of range easily.
Velazquez scores with a shot to the body.
Green takes one to the chin there.
Velazquez throws a right and a left that Green avoids nicely.
Velazquez dances in with a quick combination. Green is being worked over with jabs and crosses. Oooh, a right straight from Velazquez snaps Green's head back. Green stumbles backwards against the cage. Velazquez steps forward and delivers a right cross that connects with Green's jaw, simultaneously knocking him out and sending his mouthpiece into the crowd! There's a worthy souvenir for the fans. This one is over folks. Green just didn't come prepared.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:20 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Kain Velazquez!
Kain Velazquez is the new light heavyweight champion!
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Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Dick Slocum (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Jack Crow (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Well, the cameraman is lingering on a pretty young lady for a bit too long there. Keep your eyes on the fighters buddy or you'll miss the fighter intros!
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240 lbs
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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 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Dick Slocum!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
2 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Jack Crow!
The judges for this bout are Cecil Peabody, Gwen Towbar and Stewart Dunkirk.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Crow tries for a takedown but Slocum circles away easily
and Slocum counters with a straight right hand.
Crow misses with a takedown attempt - Slocum sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Jab by Slocum.
Crow blocks the body kick.
Slocum connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Slocum scores with a shot to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Slocum lands a slapping body shot.
Slocum connects with a right that clearly hurt Crow. He's backed up against the cage with nowhere to go as Slocum proceeds to tee off with vicious combinations till Crow collapses and taps out under the pressure!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Dick Slocum!
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Coming up we have a lightweight MMA rules bout between Bong Park (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Alexander Fourie (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Alexander Fourie has the eye of the tiger tonight.
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the lightweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
3 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Bong Park!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
4 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Alexander Fourie!
The judges for this bout are Gwen Towbar, Tiny Johnson and Alan Glass.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Fourie looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
No luck for Fourie with that takedown attempt.
Park drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Fourie tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Fourie takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Park working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Park wants to lay and pray for a moment but Fourie keeps working.
Park tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Park thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Park wants to control but Fourie is keeping him busy.
Fourie is trying to improve his position.
Park working the ground and pound.
Fourie gets back to half guard.
Park passes to side control.
Fourie tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Park working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Park wants to lay and pray for a moment but Fourie keeps working.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Fourie is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Fourie looking for submissions off his back.
Park wants to control but Fourie is keeping him busy.
Park throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Park works his way into side control.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Fourie is trying to get back to half guard.
Fourie is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Both fighters really going for it on the ground here!
Fourie is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Park asserts his dominance and retains side control.
Fourie is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Park is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Fourie is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Park looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Fourie is avoiding damage well.
Park cracks Fourie with a big right hand but Fourie just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Fourie manages to get back to half guard.
Fourie looking for submissions off his back.
Park trying to pass the guard but Fourie defending well.
Fourie actively working from the bottom here.
Fourie looking for submissions off his back.
Park trying to control from half guard but Fourie is working away.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Fourie looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Park slips a nice elbow through Fourie's hands, connecting with Fourie's forehead.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Park is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Fourie has managed to free his arm - good work.
Fourie looking for submissions off his back.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Park lands a nice short elbow.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Park missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Fourie avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Park.
Park is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Fourie is just riding it out for now. Park eventually gives up the hold.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bong Park dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
Fourie checks a low kick from Park.
Park looking to score a takedown here. Fourie is defending well but Park drives through and ends up in Fourie's guard.
Fourie looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Park is looking to work some ground and pound but Fourie has wrist control.
Fourie is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Fourie is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Park landing with the ground and pound.
Park passes easily into side control. Nice work.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Fourie is looking to reverse the position.
Park working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Fourie taking a bit of punishment here - Park scoring with strikes.
Fourie gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Bong Park overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Fourie wants to sweep but Park has passed to side control!
Park is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Fourie knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Fourie is trying to get back to half guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Fourie defending against the ground and pound.
Park goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Fourie rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Park's guard! Nice work there by Fourie!
Fourie looking to pass the guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Fourie works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Park manages to get to full guard.
Fourie looking to pass the guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Park looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Fourie has gone for a leg lock! Park slips out almost immediately though and dives into Fourie's guard.
Fourie has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Park can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Park passes Fourie's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Park not doing much here.
Fourie makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Fourie.
Park trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Park postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Fourie has his foot on Park's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Park works his way back into a safe position though.
Park trying to control the position from guard on top but Fourie is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Fourie has his foot on Park's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Park works his way back into a safe position though.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Fourie 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.
Park content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Fourie working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Park doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Park manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Fourie is breathing heavily.
Fourie escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Park gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Park has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Park forces his way into half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bong Park dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
Nice defenses there by Fourie.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Fourie.
Park throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Fourie was covering up waiting for the punch and Park finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Park postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Park's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Park is working Fourie over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Park works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Park is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Park is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Park is trying to control. Fourie wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Park looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Fourie looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Fourie actively working from the bottom here.
Park prevents Fourie from improving his position.
Fourie is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Park pulls his head out easily.
Park looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Fourie tries to roll over but Park keeps him under control.
Fourie on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Park prevents Fourie from improving his position.
Park passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Fourie!
Park with the ground and pound from mount.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Park avoids the attempt from Fourie to control.
The referee warns Fourie that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Park takes his opponent's back. Perhaps a chance to lock up a rear naked choke here.
Park is trying to stick to Fourie's back but Fourie is turning into Park. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Park's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Fourie.
Park has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Fourie can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Fourie trying to control the position from guard on top but Park is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Park keeping full guard, as Fourie tries to pass.
Park looking to hit a scissor sweep but Fourie is one step ahead there.
Fourie drops back, looking for a kneebar! Park looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Park looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Park!
Park goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Fourie has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Park but great work by Fourie.
Fourie tries to move to mount but Park blocks the move with his legs.
Park manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Fourie wants to stand but Park has hold of a leg and an arm, so he's trapped for now.
Fourie seems to be looking for submissions.
Bong Park is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Park slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Park has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Fourie can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Fourie wants to pass the guard but Park is keeping the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Bong Park showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Park 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 Gwen Towbar scores the fight 30:27
Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 30:27
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bong Park!
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