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Hilo Fight 6 PBP Commentary |
Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Torin Williams (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and BJ Hanson (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Williams comes to the cage accompanied by Whom Shall I Fear. Torin Williams has the better chin. Will he look to stand and bang today?
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183 lbs
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Decent wrestler
Solid boxing
Granite chin |
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BJJ Blue Belt
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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
1 - 4 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Torin Williams!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
1 - 4 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, BJ Hanson!
The judges for this bout are Josh West, Colin Fray and Ryoma Takatsuka.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Williams wants to land a leg kick but Hanson is out of range.
Hanson gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Williams trying to control the position from guard on top but Hanson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Williams postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Williams tries to free his leg and advance position but Hanson is retaining full guard.
Hanson working a defensive guard here.
Hanson manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Williams manages to get himself to full guard.
Williams on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Williams tries to get out of the position.
Williams utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Williams is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Hanson trying to control the position from guard on top but Williams is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Hanson postures up.
Hanson trying to control but Williams is working from the bottom.
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Williams misses with the combination.
Williams looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Hanson gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Hanson tries for a takedown. No joy.
Williams goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Hanson gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Williams tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Hanson's elbow.
Hanson escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Williams falls off balance throwing a combination
and Hanson counters with a head kick. That will keep Williams thinking before he tries any more sloppy attacks!
Hanson swats away the attempt to clinch by Williams.
Hanson shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Williams sprawls well. Williams wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Hanson gets slowly back to his feet.
Williams throws the kick towards the body but Hanson avoids it.
Williams tries to bum rush Hanson with a series of wild strikes but Hanson uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Hanson misses with a takedown attempt - Williams sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Torin Williams has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of BJ Hanson.
Williams tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Hanson paws at him with a jab and circles away.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Williams wants to clinch up but Hanson keeps it at a distance.
Williams looks to land a combination but Hanson avoids it well.
Williams closes the distance but Hanson moves to the side
and Hanson counters with a flying knee. Nice.
Williams tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Williams is defended easily by Hanson.
Williams lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Hanson circles away quickly and effectively.
Williams shoots in and gets a takedown into Hanson's guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Williams pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hanson is keeping the position for now.
Williams avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Williams tries to stand but Hanson is controlling from the bottom.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Williams throws a big right hand that misses.
Williams wants to stand but Hanson has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Torin Williams 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.
Williams fails to land with a series of punches.
Hanson tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Williams swivels and escapes.
Williams connects with a crisp jab.
A jab from Williams does it's job there.
Williams lands a head shot.
Williams tries to clinch there but Hanson circles away.
Williams drives through with a takedown into Hanson's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Hanson trying to control the position.
Hanson is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Hanson wants to lay and pray for a moment but Williams keeps working.
Williams wants to get back to full guard.
Hanson is looking to take a break and control but Williams is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Williams is looking for a sweep. Hanson is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Williams pushes Hanson off looking to stand but Hanson dives back in and keeps control.
Hanson is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Williams defends it well.
Hanson sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Hanson missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Hanson is keen to just control but Williams is a slippery customer.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
BJ Hanson has forced the referee to step in and restart the fight on the feet.
Williams shoots in but no luck this time.
Williams tries to clinch but Hanson is having none of it.
Williams throws a leg kick
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Williams tries to close the distance and clinch but Hanson swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Williams misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Hanson counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Hanson breaks the clinch.
Hanson looks for a takedown but Williams sprawls well.
Hanson shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Torin Williams has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of BJ Hanson.
Williams misses with a two punch combination.
Williams tries to close the distance and clinch up but Hanson swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Torin Williams is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Williams throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Hanson gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Williams counters with a nice single leg takedown and he's in Hanson's guard now.
Hanson is breathing heavily.
Williams wants to get up but he can't break Hanson's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Hanson keeping moving, preventing Williams from controlling successfully.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Williams gets to his feet. Hanson looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Williams jabs at Hanson's body.
Williams misses with the combination.
Hanson has his takedown stuffed
and Williams counters with a nice double leg into guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hanson keeping moving, preventing Williams from controlling successfully.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Williams wants to pass the guard but Hanson is keeping the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Torin Williams dominated that second round.
That's time! Williams's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. And we move into the final round!
Williams leaves Hanson with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Williams shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Williams looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Williams lands a slapping body shot.
Williams closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Hanson wants to get back to full guard.
Torin Williams overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Williams is keen to just control but Hanson is a slippery customer.
Williams looks to land a strike but Hanson avoids it nicely and regains full guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Williams wants to control from the top but Hanson keeps moving.
Hanson is trying to keep Williams in close.
Williams stays in close to Hanson's body and controls the position.
The ref stands the fighters back up because Torin Williams just wasn't active enough.
Williams throws a right hand that Hanson ducks under and follows up with a left that Hanson also avoids with ease.
A low kick from Williams is predictable there
and Hanson counters with an inside leg kick.
Hanson gets caught napping as Williams dives in and scores a takedown. Hanson manages to retain guard.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Williams wanted to stand there but Hanson had control of the position.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Hanson not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Hanson lands a beautiful switch and he's in full mount! That could spell trouble for Williams!
Williams is working to get back to half guard.
Hanson throwing sloppy strikes, which aren't doing any damage.
Williams tries to reverse the position but Hanson maintains control.
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!
Williams avoids a series of strikes thrown by Hanson.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Williams blocking the ground and pound.
Hanson tries to control but Williams wriggling away.
Hanson scores with a couple of good head shots there.
Hanson looking to control but Williams is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Hanson throwing sloppy strikes here. Perhaps if he tightened up his striking from such a dominant position, he'd be able to finish easier.
Williams is squirming around, avoiding Hanson's attempts to control the action.
Williams is looking to get to half guard.
Williams tries to hold on but Hanson postures up.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Williams keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Hanson jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Williams is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Williams and Hanson has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
Williams tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Williams is pushing Hanson's head away, looking to escape. Hanson manages to hold on to the position though.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Williams is trying to improve his position.
Hanson throwing shots but missing, from side control.
BJ Hanson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Torin Williams is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
The ground and pound from Hanson seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
And that's the end of the fight!
Torin Williams showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Williams, 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 Josh West scores the fight 30:27
Judge Colin Fray scores the fight 30:27
Judge Ryoma Takatsuka scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Torin Williams!
Post fight, an emotional Torin Williams said 'First I want to Thank my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ! Without him NOTHING is possible. I also want to thank you fans for supporting me. I feel like I am an up and coming fighter. I will always try to put on an exciting show for you. I am always looking to finish, so come and watch me when I fight.'.
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Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Marco Polo (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Derrick James Magnaye (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Well, I have no idea who's going to take this one!
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182 lbs
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195 lbs
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BJJ White Belt
Excellent boxer
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Brawler
Solid chin |
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the middleweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
0 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Marco Polo!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
0 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Derrick James Magnaye!
The judges for this bout are Josh West, Ryoma Takatsuka and Chris Saunders.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Polo has a takedown stuffed.
Polo tries to clinch but Magnaye moves out of range.
Polo fails with a takedown attempt.
Magnaye feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Magnaye postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Polo knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Magnaye on the ground.
Magnaye content to stall in guard here.
It looks like Magnaye might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
Magnaye passes Polo's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Magnaye not doing much here.
Magnaye's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Magnaye wants to pass to mount but Polo is defending the position.
The ref calls for a clean break and stands the fighters back up. Derrick James Magnaye wasn't active enough on the ground.
Polo avoids the body shot from Magnaye.
Polo misses with a takedown
and Magnaye counters with a takedown into side control.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Marco Polo. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Magnaye staying calm.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Polo is trying to improve his position.
Polo is trying to buck Magnaye off.
Polo is breathing heavily.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Magnaye has knee on belly and moves into mount.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Magnaye lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
Polo tries to hold on but Magnaye postures up.
Magnaye quickly switches position and commits to an armbar! It's a big risk for Magnaye but it's paid off an Polo is forced to tap! Nice work by Magnaye.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:37 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Derrick James Magnaye!
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Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Paul Huerta (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Donkey Kong (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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BJJ Purple Belt
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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
0 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Paul Huerta!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
0 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Donkey Kong!
The judges for this bout are Colin Fray, Chris Saunders and Paul Gruel.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
A swing and a miss from Kong.
Huerta changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Kong tries to avoid it but Huerta manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Kong to the ground. Kong escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Huerta gets the takedown into side control.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Kong can't do much from the bottom here.
Kong tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Huerta presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount!
Huerta moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Kong has worked his arm free - good work by Kong!
Huerta tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Kong tries to bench press Huerta off him but Huerta keeps the position.
Huerta controlling the position from side mount.
What's Kong going to do here then? He's in a bit of a pickle.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Huerta thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Kong can't do much from the bottom here.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Kong trying to remain calm as Huerta controls from the top position.
Kong struggling a bit here.
Huerta tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Kong tries to buck Huerta off but Huerta is having none of it.
Neither fighter is doing enough for the referee's liking and he's decided to stand them back up.
Kong misses with a body shot.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Kong throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Huerta shoots in for a takedown but Kong shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Huerta shoots for a double leg takedown but Kong sprawls well. He's pushed Huerta's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Paul Huerta. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Huerta shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Kong pinned against the cage. Kong gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Kong fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kong. Huerta does a little dance to reset his feet.
Huerta shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Kong as he avoids it easily.
Huerta is breathing heavily.
Huerta takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kong with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Oooooh!!! Kong has knocked Huerta down with a huge combo! Kong steps away and waves a wobbly Huerta back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!
It looks like Paul Huerta has been cut.
Kong is throwing punches like he's double parked. Oh my word! Huge right hand from Kong shuts the power down on Huerta. Lights out, game over! Kong is your winner.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Donkey Kong!
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Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Damian Gonzalez (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and JJ Thomas (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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BJJ White Belt
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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
0 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Damian Gonzalez!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
0 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, JJ Thomas!
The judges for this bout are Ryoma Takatsuka, Colin Fray and Jeff Smith.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Gonzalez stuffs the takedown.
Gonzalez tries to clinch up.
Gonzalez misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Thomas.
Thomas throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Gonzalez lunges at Thomas with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Thomas's hand.
Gonzalez tries to clinch but Thomas is having none of it.
Damian Gonzalez seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Gonzalez scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Thomas swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Gonzalez counters with a straight right hand.
Gonzalez throws a series of punches but Thomas moves out of range.
Sloppy strikes from Thomas. Those never looked like landing.
Gonzalez looks to land a combination. Thomas sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Gonzalez takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Thomas shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Gonzalez pinned against the cage. Gonzalez gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Thomas tries to bum rush Gonzalez with a series of wild strikes but Gonzalez uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Danga de danga de dang - Thomas scores with a four punch combination!
A shot to the liver by Gonzalez. Beautiful body shot.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Thomas will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Damian Gonzalez has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of JJ Thomas.
Gonzalez lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Thomas looks winded!
Thomas dodges the punch combination from Gonzalez.
A shot to the body from Thomas misses
and Gonzalez counters with a right hand to the body.
A right-left combo lands from Thomas.
Gonzalez throws a right hand that Thomas ducks under and follows up with a left that Thomas also avoids with ease.
Gonzalez avoids a punch combination nicely.
A clash of legs there as Thomas blocks the low kick.
Gonzalez moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Gonzalez lands a left and a right that send Thomas crashing to the mat, dazed. Gonzalez thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!
Thomas is rocked!
Gonzalez lands with a nice body punch.
Gonzalez misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Gonzalez swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Thomas.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Gonzalez works over Thomas's head and body with a nice combination.
Thomas takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Thomas tries to score a power double leg takedown but Gonzalez sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Thomas somewhat.
Thomas throws a series of punches but Gonzalez avoids them all with ease.
Gonzalez scores with a shot to the body.
Gonzalez fails in his attempt to clinch.
Gonzalez is looking to wear down Thomas with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Gonzalez moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Thomas swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Gonzalez counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Left hook, right uppercut from Gonzalez.
A left and a right from Gonzalez both land. Nice combination.
Gonzalez moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Gonzalez will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Thomas swings for the body but Gonzalez moves out of range.
Gonzalez misses with a series of wild punches.
Thomas takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Gonzalez slaps away a takedown attempt from Thomas, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Gonzalez scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Gonzalez misses with a few strikes there.
Thomas misses with a wild combination.
Gonzalez misses with a double jab
and Thomas counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Gonzalez rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Thomas moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Thomas looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Gonzalez on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Gonzalez tries to get out of the position.
Gonzalez is looking to escape.
Thomas has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can Gonzalez defend it? Thomas steps over the head and cranks it - Gonzalez is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for Thomas!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:30 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). JJ Thomas!
An out of breath JJ Thomas thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
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Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Chuck Huggins (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Jay Penn (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Rumors backstage are that the fighters have been paid to keep it standing but we know that would never happen in MMA!
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171 lbs
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BJJ White Belt
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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
1 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Chuck Huggins!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
0 - 0 - 1, fighting out of Hilo, Jay Penn!
The judges for this bout are Jeff Smith, Colin Fray and Roger Salmon.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Penn dives in and grabs Huggins's left leg, looking for a takedown. Huggins pushes down on Penn's head and hops out.
Huggins instigates a clinch.
Huggins lands a left hand that snaps the head of Penn backwards.
Huggins digs a right hand into Penn's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Penn's gas tank.
A nice left hand lands by Huggins.
Huggins lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
It looks like Jay Penn has been cut.
Penn looks winded!
Penn goes for a takedown in the clinch but Huggins prevents it.
Huggins lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Huggins lands a hook that snaps the head of Penn backwards.
Huggins lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Huggins lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Huggins lands with a short shot to the head.
A short body shot lands from Huggins as the two fighters clinch.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A short right from Huggins.
Penn is rocked!
Huggins creates a bit of space for himself and rocks Penn with a big uppercut! Penn tries to clinch up but Huggins pushes him back against the cage and lands another monster strike that crumples Penn to the mat! Penn covers up and Huggins unloads with more strikes until the referee steps in to end the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Chuck Huggins!
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Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Belal Li (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Ax Skargholm (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.
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188 lbs
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25
186 lbs
0 - 0 - 0 |
BJJ Blue Belt
Excellent MT
KO power |
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the middleweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
1 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Belal Li!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
0 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Ax Skargholm!
The judges for this bout are Colin Fray, Ryoma Takatsuka and Jeff Smith.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Skargholm tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Skargholm is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Li keeps the fight on the outside.
Skargholm fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Skargholm tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Skargholm wants to clinch.
Nice takedown defense from Li. No joy for Skargholm on that attempt.
Li throws a lazy right hand but Skargholm sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Skargholm doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Li counters with a kick to the head that grazes his opponent. Skargholm is lucky that one didn't land flush.
Belal Li has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ax Skargholm.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Skargholm shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Li counters with a kick to the head that grazes his opponent. Skargholm is lucky that one didn't land flush.
Ax Skargholm seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Li takes the fight into the clinch.
Skargholm is working for takedown but Li is calmly controlling the position for now.
Li has Skargholm pressed against the cage, preventing Skargholm from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Li landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Li stalls.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Skargholm tries for a takedown but Li manages to get underhooks.
Li breaks the clinch.
Skargholm tries for a takedown but Li circles away easily
and Li counters with a nice low kick that buckles Skargholm's knee momentarily.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Skargholm misses with a takedown attempt
and Li counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Skargholm looks winded!
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Skargholm is working an open guard so Li takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
The fighters circle, before Li throws a beautiful high kick that crashes into Skargholm's neck, sending him stumbling to the floor! Li lands more strikes and forces a referee stoppage! That one ended in an instant!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Kick & Punches). Belal Li!
In his post fight interview, Belal Li started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
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Coming up we have a bantamweight MMA rules bout between Eric Epp (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and La Tigre Munanaposa (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Both fighters look pumped up here. Let's hope this is a good fight!
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23
140 lbs
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135 lbs
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the bantamweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
2 - 5 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Eric Epp!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
1 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, La Tigre Munanaposa!
The judges for this bout are Micheangelo Fripello, Ryoma Takatsuka and Colin Fray.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Epp throws a right hand that Munanaposa ducks under and follows up with a left that Munanaposa also avoids with ease.
Eric Epp seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Epp fails to land with a series of punches.
Epp throws a combination that misses
and Munanaposa counters with a thumping low kick.
Epp stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Epp wants it to stay on the feet.
Epp throws a nice looking combination but Munanaposa bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Epp bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Epp's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Epp duly obliges.
Epp looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Epp will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Munanaposa shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Epp is trying to defend but Munanaposa finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Munanaposa wants to pass the guard but Epp is defending well.
Munanaposa throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Munanaposa content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Munanaposa wants to pass the guard but Epp is defending well.
Munanaposa seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
OK we're going to have a standup here. La Tigre Munanaposa hasn't been effective enough on the ground and the referee wants a restart.
Munanaposa throws a jab but it's blocked by Epp.
Munanaposa will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Munanaposa fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Eric Epp has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of La Tigre Munanaposa.
Munanaposa fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Epp, pushing him back against the cage.
Munanaposa throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Epps head.
Munanaposa wants the takedown. Epp is fighting it off but Munanaposa persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Epp's guard against the cage.
Epp has his foot on Munanaposa's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Munanaposa works his way back into a safe position though.
Munanaposa looking to pass the guard.
Munanaposa wanted to stand there but Epp had control of the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Munanaposa engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Epp wants to sweep here but Munanaposa controlling him for the moment.
Epp has a closed guard, preventing Munanaposa from standing up.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Munanaposa accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Munanaposa must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
The ref stands the fighters back up, due to lack of action by La Tigre Munanaposa.
Epp fails to land with a series of punches.
A combination from Munanaposa does no damage.
Munanaposa takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Some wild striking there from Epp.
Munanaposa feints and as Epp raises his hands in defense, Munanaposa changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Munanaposa trying to control the position from guard on top but Epp is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Epp has a closed guard, preventing Munanaposa from standing up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
La Tigre Munanaposa dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
Epp lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Epp looks to land a combination but Munanaposa avoids it well.
A punch combination from Munanaposa misses.
Epp looks to land a combination but Munanaposa avoids it well.
Epp moves into range and connects with a jab.
Munanaposa clinches with his opponent.
Munanaposa successfully pulls guard.
Epp missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Epp with a flurry of punches that miss.
Epp is working Munanaposa over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Epp trying to control but Munanaposa is working from the bottom.
Epp with a flurry of punches that miss.
Munanaposa wants to stand but Epp is controlling the position.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Munanaposa tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Epp drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Munanaposa manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Epp has Munanaposa in his guard.
Munanaposa showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
OK we're going to have a standup here. La Tigre Munanaposa hasn't been effective enough on the ground and the referee wants a restart.
Epp moves out of range of the leg kick from Munanaposa.
The fight stays on the outside here - Munanaposa looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Munanaposa looks for a takedown but Epp sprawls well.
Eric Epp is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Munanaposa gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Munanaposa has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Epp clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Epp is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
Epp trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Epp is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
Epp trying to control the position but Munanaposa manages to sink in the hooks.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Epp tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Epp gets back to half guard.
Munanaposa is looking to pass Epp's guard but actually Epp recovers to full guard.
Munanaposa postures up in Epp's guard and throws a big left but Epp blocks it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
La Tigre Munanaposa showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
Munanaposa has taken the fight to the clinch.
Epp is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Munanaposa will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Epp up against the cage.
Munanaposa manages to pull guard.
La Tigre Munanaposa has got the better of the ground game so far.
Munanaposa working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Epp doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Epp manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Epp preventing the sweep.
Munanaposa keeping moving, preventing Epp from controlling successfully.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Epp is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Munanaposa is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Epp postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Munanaposa keeping moving, preventing Epp from controlling successfully.
Epp throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Munanaposa manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Epp manages to get himself to full guard.
Epp not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Eric Epp has forced the referee to step in and bring the fight back to the feet.
Munanaposa ducks under a wild hook from Epp.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Munanaposa gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
Munanaposa throwing strikes but missing.
Munanaposa controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Epp keeping full guard, as Munanaposa tries to pass.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Munanaposa is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
The ref calls for a clean break and stands the fighters back up. La Tigre Munanaposa wasn't active enough on the ground.
Munanaposa closes this distance looking for a takedown but Epp circles away.
Epp connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Munanaposa takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Munanaposa showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Epp.
Munanaposa uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Epp.
Munanaposa keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Epp misses with a double jab.
Munanaposa pushes Epp up against the cage in a clinch.
Epp taking a breather.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Munanaposa lands a takedown into guard.
Munanaposa drops back, looking for a kneebar! Epp looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Epp looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Epp!
Epp thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Munanaposa tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Epp working away.
Eric Epp has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
La Tigre Munanaposa is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Epp wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Munanaposa, who protects the arm well.
And that's the end of the fight!
La Tigre Munanaposa comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Munanaposa 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 Micheangelo Fripello scores the fight 27:30
Judge Ryoma Takatsuka scores the fight 27:30
Judge Colin Fray scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... La Tigre Munanaposa!
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Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between JayDee Penn (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and William Shimazu (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). William Shimazu has the better chin. Will he look to stand and bang today?
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270 lbs
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28
230 lbs
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Brawler
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BJJ Brown Belt
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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
2 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, JayDee Penn!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
13 - 10 - 1, fighting out of Hilo, William Shimazu!
The judges for this bout are Micheangelo Fripello, Jeff Smith and Ryoma Takatsuka.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Shimazu shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Shimazu looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Penn doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Shimazu counters with a flying knee. Nice.
Shimazu dives in and scores a takedown into Penn's guard.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Penn being controlled here, momentarily.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Penn looking for a sweep. Not yet Penn, not yet.
Penn had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Shimazu defends it easily.
Shimazu drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Shimazu jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Penn keeping moving, preventing Shimazu from controlling successfully.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Penn trying to keep a closed guard but Shimazu is proving a slippery customer.
Shimazu 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.
Shimazu throws a big elbow that misses.
Shimazu works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Penn is defending against the submission attempts here by Shimazu.
Penn has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Shimazu is working away from the top position though.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Shimazu is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Shimazu is working for a submission of some sort.
Penn wants to control but Shimazu is keeping busy.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Shimazu is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Penn sees it coming and defends easily.
Penn is trying to maintain the position but Shimazu is very close to passing his half guard.
Penn is in trouble now - Shimazu has advanced to mount!
Penn regains half guard.
Penn actively working from the bottom here.
Shimazu is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Shimazu is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Shimazu is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
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!
Shimazu trying to control from half guard but Penn is working away.
Penn has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Shimazu is working away from the top position though.
Shimazu stands up and beckons Penn to join him on the feet.
Shimazu has a takedown stuffed.
JayDee Penn has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of William Shimazu.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Shimazu shoots in for a takedown but Penn shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
William Shimazu dominated that 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.
Penn misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Penn displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Shimazu.
Shimazu shoots in and bounces Penn off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Penn wants to sweep here but Shimazu controlling him for the moment.
Shimazu lands a couple of elbows.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Shimazu works over Penn with some ground and pound from guard.
Shimazu is pushing down on Penn's leg trying to pass to half guard. Penn is fighting to maintain full guard but Shimazu has managed to sneak the leg through.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Shimazu passes to side control.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Shimazu tries for a kimura but Penn is defending well.
That's one minute gone in the round.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Shimazu working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Shimazu tries for a kimura but Penn is defending well.
Shimazu goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Penn rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Shimazu's guard! Nice work there by Penn!
William Shimazu has got the better of the ground game so far.
Shimazu is actively looking for submissions from his back. He's worked himself a little space on the bottom and seems to be going for a triangle. No, he's switched into an armbar! That was slick! Penn rolls with it to try and escape but Shimazu cranks on the arm and Penn is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:18 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). William Shimazu!
Our winner, William Shimazu, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.
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