QFC Tournament 1180 Round 1 PBP Commentary

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Sagandi Legend (ranked 2885 p4p, 4102 weight class) and Mikkel Schmidt (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.

Legend
vs
Schmidt

225 cm
24
265
0 - 0 - 0

190 cm
19
205
0 - 0 - 0

Good wrestling
Counter fighter
Good chin

BJJ Blue Belt
Basic striking
Very confident

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 New York, Sagandi Legend!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 0 - 0 - 0, fighting out of New York, Mikkel Schmidt!
The judges for this bout are Jorge Garcia, John Roberts and Reed Andrews.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Legend dodges the punch combination from Schmidt.
Schmidt fails with a takedown attempt.
Legend stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Legend wants it to stay on the feet.
Legend half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Schmidt looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Legend is fending him off so far but Schmidt persists. Nope, Legend circles away and we're back to standing.
Legend attempts a counter takedown but Schmidt avoids it well and moves away.
Sagandi Legend has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mikkel Schmidt.
Schmidt closes the distance and lands a one-two.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Schmidt moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Legend really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Legend displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Schmidt.
Legend half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Schmidt shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Legend sprawls well. Legend wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Schmidt gets slowly back to his feet.
Legend tries to counter with a takedown but Schmidt is quick to defend against it.
Schmidt misses with the combination.
Legend appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Schmidt fails with the takedown

and Legend decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Schmidt's guard.
Legend throwing strikes from guard but Schmidt blocks nicely.
Legend throws a big elbow that misses.
Schmidt wants to control but Legend passes easily into half guard.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Legend slips a nice elbow through Schmidt's hands, connecting with Schmidt's forehead.
Schmidt is trying to control but Legend passes into side control!
Schmidt is looking to reverse the position.
Legend is putting a hurting on Schmidt here, landing some big shots from side control.
The ground and pound from Legend seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Schmidt is trying to get back to half guard.
You can see the frustration on Schmidt's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Schmidt looks winded!

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Schmidt takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
The strikes coming from Legend are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Schmidt dodges the ground and pound from Legend.
Legend in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Legend tries to score with some ground and pound. Schmidt controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Schmidt is looking to regain half guard here but Legend keeps moving and retains side control.
Legend working the ground and pound.
Legend scoring with punches from side control.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Schmidt is looking for a sweep.
Legend tries to score with some ground and pound. Schmidt controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Legend scoring with punches and elbows.
Legend in side control lands a decent elbow.
Schmidt is looking for a sweep.
Legend will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Legend has control of an arm but Schmidt manages to advance to Legend's back!
Schmidt throwing lazy shots from the back mount that aren't doing any damage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.

Schmidt working for a choke but Legend is defending well.
Legend manages to reverse the position and now he's in Schmidt's guard. Nice work there by Legend.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sagandi Legend dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.

Schmidt throws a series of punches but Legend moves out of range.
Legend tries to counter with a takedown but Schmidt is quick to defend against it.
Legend displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Schmidt.
Legend walks into a straight right hand from Schmidt.
Schmidt fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Schmidt shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Legend defends it nicely.
Sagandi Legend has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mikkel Schmidt.
Schmidt throws a body shot but no joy.
Legend tries to counter with a takedown but Schmidt is quick to defend against it.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Schmidt throws a left and a right that both miss

and Legend counters with a single leg into guard. Schmidt didn't expect that.
Legend is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Schmidt can do to turn this around?
Schmidt wants to stand but Legend is controlling the position.
Schmidt is breathing heavily.
Schmidt utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Legend throws a big elbow that misses.
Legend scoring with punches to the head and body.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Legend accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Legend content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Legend chips away with some ground and pound.
Legend in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Legend trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Legend landing with the ground and pound.
Legend postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Legend postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Schmidt is looking to stand up but Legend isn't so interested in that idea.
Legend in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Legend scores with a decent looking elbow strike.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Legend in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Schmidt wants to get back to his feet but Legend is in a dominant position and won't allow it.

The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Schmidt fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Legend appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Legend circles away from the clinch attempt

so Legend counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Schmidt wants to get back to his feet but Legend passes into half guard.

Schmidt trying to hold on to Legend's head to control him but Legend postures up.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Legend scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Legend throwing shots but Schmidt is blocking nicely.
Legend scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Legend is nestled in close to Schmidt, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Legend scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Nice strikes from Legend there.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Legend is nestled in close to Schmidt, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Legend missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sagandi Legend dominated that second round.
That's time! Legend's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!

Schmidt throws a left and a right that both miss

and Legend counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Schmidt!
Schmidt tries to wriggle free to get back to his feet but he's given up his back! Oops.
Legend avoiding Schmidt 's attempts to control his hands.
Schmidt grimaces as he takes a shot to the body.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Schmidt tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Schmidt takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Schmidt keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Schmidt is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Legend lands a big elbow.
Schmidt is in all sorts of trouble here.
Legend lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.
Legend lands a heavy elbow.
Legend lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Schmidt hang on?
Legend is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Schmidt can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
Legend scoring with strikes but Schmidt is staying in there.
Schmidt wants to try and get back to his feet.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Legend lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Legend dominating with strikes here.
Legend pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
Legend dominating with strikes here.
Legend lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.
Schmidt in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
Legend lands a heavy elbow.
Legend postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Schmidt looks a forlorn figure.
Legend landing strikes from the mount.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Legend lands a heavy elbow.
Legend is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Schmidt can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
Legend lands a couple of good shots and Schmidt has given up his back, trying to escape the position!
Schmidt is taking damage to the body and head.
Legend loading up with punches from the back mount - how long can Schmidt hold on?
Schmidt is trying to break free.
Legend lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Legend lands shots from the back.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Legend scores with punches from the back.
Legend is punishing Schmidt with strikes - can he finish him?!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Schmidt trying to get back to his feet but Legend is in full control for now.
Schmidt covers up after that shot from Legend.
Mikkel Schmidt has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Sagandi Legend is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Legend 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.
Legend connects with a series of strikes and the referee is calling for Schmidt to escape the position.

And that's the end of the fight!
Sagandi Legend showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Legend, 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 Jorge Garcia scores the fight for Sagandi Legend!
Judge John Roberts scores the fight for Sagandi Legend!
Judge Reed Andrews scores the fight for Sagandi Legend!

Sagandi Legend wins by unanimous decision!

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
48%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Rob Koch (ranked 4384 p4p, 4303 weight class) and Kure Shinigami (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.

Koch
vs
Shinigami

190 cm
18
185
0 - 0 - 0

195 cm
20
195
0 - 0 - 0

BJJ Blue Belt
Brawler
Granite chin

BJJ Blue Belt
Brawler
Tends to cut

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 New York, Rob Koch!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 0 - 0 - 0, fighting out of New York, Kure Shinigami!
The judges for this bout are Reed Andrews, Jonathan Paton and John Roberts.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Shinigami tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Koch defends well and Shinigami ends up having to push Koch into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
As Shinigami tries to get set, Koch tries to push him back and clinch up but Shinigami manages to avoid the attempt.
Shinigami shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Koch defends it nicely.
No luck for Koch with that takedown attempt.

Koch closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Shinigami tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land.
Shinigami has a hand on Koch's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Koch takes advantage of the position though and mounts him!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Koch looking to land elbow strikes but Shinigami uses the position to regain half guard.
Koch trying to pass the guard but Shinigami defending well.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Koch is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Koch throws a strike but Shinigami avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
Shinigami not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Koch is stalling in the full guard.

Shinigami looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Koch is looking to stand up but Shinigami won't let him.
Shinigami can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Koch controls the pace.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Koch trying to control the position from guard on top but Shinigami is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.

Koch got a little sloppy there for a moment and Shinigami has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Koch has managed to get both his arms back between Shinigami's legs - danger averted.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Shinigami has Koch pulled in close to control his posture.

The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Koch shoots in but no luck this time.
Horrible takedown attempt by Shinigami or perhaps it was just good defense by Koch, which made it look bad.
Rob Koch has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kure Shinigami.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Shinigami fails to land the takedown.
Koch stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Koch wants it to stay on the feet.
No luck for Shinigami with that takedown attempt.
Shinigami looks winded!

Koch closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.

Shinigami breaks the clinch.
Shinigami shoots in for a takedown but Koch shows good takedown defense.
Shinigami fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
A nice leg kick from Shinigami, right into the meat of the thigh.
A head kick misses from Koch.
Shinigami throws a counter combo.

That's four minutes gone in the round.

Koch rushes Shinigami and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.

Koch escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Shinigami shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Koch pulls out of a head kick attempt.
A nice side step and Shinigami releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Koch lands a two punch combo.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Koch tries to clinch there but Shinigami circles away.
A slapping leg kick lands for Koch.

Koch moves into the clinch.
A knee to the head by Koch.

It looks like Kure Shinigami has been cut.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Koch putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Shinigami in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.

Koch escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Koch throws a head kick but Shinigami moves out of range.
And Shinigami tries to counter it with a takedown but Koch pushes his down on his head and steps out.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Rob Koch dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Kure Shinigami's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!

Shinigami tries to clinch up but Koch circles away and keeps his distance.
Shinigami shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Koch defends it nicely.
Koch appears to be looking for a big counter.

Koch clinches up against the cage.
Shinigami is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Koch to keep the fight standing.

Shinigami breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Koch dives in for a single leg takedown but Shinigami sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Shinigami is looking for a takedown.
Rob Koch has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kure Shinigami.

Shinigami breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Koch throws a sloppy head kick and Shinigami moves out of range easily.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Koch throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Shinigami's waist but Shinigami gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Koch off to one side.
Shinigami shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Koch fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Koch fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Koch fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Shinigami steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Koch.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.

Koch gets tackled into the cage by Shinigami. Shinigami maintains the clinch.
Shinigami looking for a takedown.
Shinigami is looking for a takedown.

Shinigami breaks the clinch.
Koch shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Shinigami pinned against the cage. Shinigami gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Crunch! Shinigami slams his shin into Koch's torso.
Koch is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Shinigami can do to turn this around?

Shinigami clinches with his opponent.
Shinigami has Koch pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Koch manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.

Shinigami breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Koch lands a high kick!
Shinigami tries to clinch up but Koch circles away and keeps his distance.
Rob Koch is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Shinigami has a takedown stuffed.
A counter left hand to the body from Koch misses its target.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Koch shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Shinigami but Shinigami pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Koch tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Shinigami swivels and escapes.

Shinigami moves into the clinch.

Shinigami manages to break the clinch.
Koch is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Shinigami shoots in for a double leg but Koch sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Koch shoots in but no luck this time.
Koch shoots in for a double leg but Shinigami sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Shinigami fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Shinigami fails to land the takedown.

Koch closes the distance and clinches.
Shinigami tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Koch avoids it.
Shinigami drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Koch gets the underhooks and prevents it.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Koch tries to pull guard but Shinigami won't allow it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kure Shinigami showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Kure Shinigami's cut.
That's time! Koch's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!

Koch tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Shinigami shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Koch as he avoids it easily.
Rob Koch is winning the standup battle so far.
Koch wants to clinch

and Shinigami counters with a nice double leg into half guard.

Koch manages to escape and get back to his feet!
Shinigami changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Koch tries to avoid it but Shinigami manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Koch to the ground. Koch escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Koch throws a right and a left that Shinigami avoids nicely.
Koch fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Shinigami avoids it really well and circles away.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Koch is defended easily by Shinigami.

That's one minute gone in the round.

The fight moves into the clinch position.
Shinigami has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Koch is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Rob Koch has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kure Shinigami.

Shinigami manages to break the clinch.
Shinigami wants to clinch.
Shinigami works over Koch's head and body with a nice combination.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Koch looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Shinigami throws a head kick that misses.
Koch wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Shinigami shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Koch sprawls well. Koch wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Shinigami gets slowly back to his feet.
Shinigami tries to clinch but Koch is having none of it.
Shinigami misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Koch fails with an attempt to clinch.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Koch doesn't manage to clinch there - Shinigami circles away.
Shinigami wants to counter the offense by Koch and move into the clinch position.
Koch keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Koch tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Shinigami defends well and Koch ends up having to push Shinigami into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.

Koch escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Koch fails with a takedown attempt from distance.

Koch closes the distance and clinches.
Shinigami fails to pull guard.

Koch has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Shinigami uses from the top position.

Koch looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.

Koch has his foot on Shinigami's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Shinigami works his way back into a safe position though.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Shinigami engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Shinigami slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Koch defending against the ground and pound.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.

Shinigami tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Rob Koch.
Well Koch has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Reed Andrews scores the fight for Rob Koch!
Judge Jonathan Paton scores the fight for Rob Koch!
Judge John Roberts scores the fight for Rob Koch!

Rob Koch wins by unanimous decision!

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
37%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Jayzle Hailcrane (ranked 4319 p4p, 4193 weight class) and Rich Shappens (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.

Hailcrane
vs
Shappens

185 cm
18
185
0 - 0 - 0

185 cm
18
200
0 - 0 - 0

BJJ Blue Belt
Brawler
Big heart

BJJ White Belt
Decent boxing
Solid chin

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 New York, Jayzle Hailcrane!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 0 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Rich Shappens!
The judges for this bout are Jonathan Paton, Anthony Taglia and Steve Montenegro.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Shappens looks to land a combination but Hailcrane avoids it well.
Shappens takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Shappens bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Hailcrane's head.
Hailcrane shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Shappens pinned against the cage. Shappens gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.

Shappens closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Shappens lands in his opponent's guard.

Hailcrane wriggles free and stands up.
Shappens just misses with a punch to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!

Hailcrane clinches up against the cage.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Shappens doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Hailcrane goes for a takedown attempt but Shappens pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
No luck for Hailcrane with that takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jayzle Hailcrane. That's going to take a lot out of him.
An inside leg kick from Hailcrane misses.
Hailcrane fails with a takedown attempt.

Shappens takes the fight into the clinch.
Hailcrane wants a takedown but no success here.
A frustrated look appears on Shappens's face as he tries to break the clinch.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Shappens jumps guard but Hailcrane turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Hailcrane drops down looking for an ankle pick but Shappens pulls his leg out and moves away.

Shappens throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Hailcrane tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Shappens is in Hailcrane's guard.

Hailcrane manages to escape and get back to his feet.

Shappens is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Hailcrane's half guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hailcrane tries to kick Shappens off but Shappens keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Shappens is just content to waste time from the top position. Hailcrane takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Hailcrane 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.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Shappens is looking to advance position but Hailcrane has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!

The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Shappens is squirming around, avoiding Hailcrane's attempts to control the action.
Shappens tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Hailcrane can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Shappens is looking to escape.

Hailcrane working for a submission but Shappens is keeping him at bay.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Hailcrane controlling the position easily from mount.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Shappens can do anything to dispel that myth.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Shappens is working to get back to half guard.
Shappens is just holding on here. Hailcrane manages to take his back.
Shappens wants to get back to his feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jayzle Hailcrane dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!

Shappens scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.

Hailcrane throws Shappens to one side and escapes!
Hailcrane shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Shappens as he jumps to the side.
Shappens slaps away a takedown attempt from Hailcrane, before circling back to the center of the mat.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Hailcrane.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jayzle Hailcrane. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Hailcrane shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Shappens defends it nicely.
Shappens circles away from the clinch attempt
and Shappens counters with a stiff right hand.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Hailcrane takes a shot right to the bread basket.

Shappens gets the takedown into side control.

Hailcrane explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there!
Hailcrane shoots in but no luck this time.

Hailcrane gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in 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!

Shappens drops back looking for a leg! Hailcrane is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Hailcrane manages to kick Shappens off! Shappens jumps back into Hailcrane's guard.
Shappens working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Shappens trying to control the position from guard on top but Hailcrane is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hailcrane has a closed guard, preventing Shappens from standing up.
Hailcrane trying to strike from the bottom but really, it's not the best position to be doing that from!

Hailcrane has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Shappens can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.

The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Shappens pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Hailcrane is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Shappens.
Shappens wants to clinch up but Hailcrane keeps it at a distance.

Shappens scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.

Hailcrane kicks off Shappens and gets to his feet.
Shappens is looking to score with low kicks.
Hailcrane throws a quick counter kick to the body but Shappens avoids it.
Shappens throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.

Excellent takedown into side control there by Shappens.

Hailcrane throws Shappens to one side and escapes!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Shappens tries to clinch there but Hailcrane circles away.

Hailcrane gets a clinch.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Hailcrane has Shappens pressed against the cage, preventing Shappens from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Shappens is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Shappens taking a breather.
Shappens tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Hailcrane just stands there and leans against the cage.
Shappens has Hailcrane pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Hailcrane manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Shappens is trying to pull guard but Hailcrane turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Shappens wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Hailcrane has him pressed against the cage.
Shappens can't break the clinch.
Shappens wants to take the fight to the mat but Hailcrane manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Hailcrane is looking for a takedown.
Shappens is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Hailcrane pulls him back up using the underhooks.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jayzle Hailcrane dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!

Hailcrane swings for the body but Shappens moves out of range.

Hailcrane gets a clinch.
Shappens wants a takedown.
Hailcrane misses with a hook from the clinch.
Hailcrane is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Shappens is defending well.
Hailcrane is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Shappens can do to turn this around?
Shappens fails to pull guard.
Shappens tries to score a body lock takedown but Hailcrane shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Jayzle Hailcrane has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rich Shappens.

Hailcrane breaks the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shappens lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Shappens.
Hailcrane throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Shappens's waist but Shappens gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Hailcrane off to one side.
Hailcrane shoots and misses
and Shappens counters with a nice uppercut.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Shappens looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Hailcrane seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Hailcrane closes the distance but Shappens moves to the side
and Hailcrane takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Shappens shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Hailcrane as he jumps to the side.

Shappens shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Hailcrane's guard.

Hailcrane kicks Shappens off and gets to his feet.
Jayzle Hailcrane is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Shappens paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Hailcrane changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Shappens tries to avoid it but Hailcrane manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Shappens to the ground. Shappens escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.

Shappens closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Hailcrane quickly recovers to half guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Hailcrane keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Hailcrane tries to roll over but Shappens keeps him under control.
Shappens throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Shappens thows a huge punch but Hailcrane dodges it nicely.
Hailcrane is not content to let Shappens control the position.
Shappens tries to stand and escape but Hailcrane is controlling the position.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Hailcrane is refusing to be controlled, as Shappens sits in half guard.

The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Hailcrane misses with a takedown attempt
and Shappens counters with a stiff right hand.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Hailcrane tries to clinch up but Shappens circles away and keeps his distance.
Shappens misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.

Shappens shoots in and bounces Hailcrane off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.

Hailcrane is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Shappens is aware though and is defending well.
Shappens wants to control from the top but Hailcrane keeps moving.

Hailcrane is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Shappens is aware though and is defending well.
Shappens landing with the ground and pound.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Shappens postures up.
Shappens sitting in guard here, content to control.
Shappens wants to control from the top but Hailcrane keeps moving.

The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Shappens misses with an attempted mid kick.

Shappens fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Hailcrane to the ground. Shappens is now in Hailcrane's guard.

Hailcrane is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Shappens wants to pass the guard but Hailcrane is keeping the position.

And that's the end of the fight!
Rich Shappens comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Hailcrane 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 Jonathan Paton scores the fight for Jayzle Hailcrane!
Judge Anthony Taglia scores the fight for Jayzle Hailcrane!
Judge Steve Montenegro scores the fight for Jayzle Hailcrane!

Jayzle Hailcrane wins by unanimous decision!

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
51%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Sapphire Outlaw (ranked 4426 p4p, 4227 weight class) and Uno Puncho (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.

Outlaw
vs
Puncho

205 cm
24
290
0 - 0 - 0

180 cm
23
220
0 - 0 - 0

BJJ White Belt
Excellent MT
Good chin

BJJ Blue Belt
Excellent boxer
Heavy handed

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 New York, Sapphire Outlaw!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 0 - 0 - 0, fighting out of New York, Uno Puncho!
The judges for this bout are Jorge Garcia, Anthony Taglia and Russell Pearce.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
The fighters circling - Outlaw throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Puncho looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
No joy there for Puncho, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Outlaw was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Outlaw throws a hook but Puncho avoids it easily.
Outlaw throws a body punch but Puncho moves out of range.
A slow jab from Outlaw misses its intended target.
Nice cross by Puncho.
Outlaw missing with a left hand there. Puncho was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Outlaw takes one on the chin but keeps coming.

Outlaw cracks Puncho with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Outlaw has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Puncho to stand back up!

It looks like Uno Puncho has been cut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Outlaw circles away before darting back in with a big straight right hand. It connects beautifully and sends Puncho tumbling to the canvas! He's out cold! Outlaw wins by KO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:37 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Sapphire Outlaw!

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
100%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Beckham Bullock (ranked 4259 p4p, 4194 weight class) and Paul Buttowski (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.

Bullock
vs
Buttowski

186 cm
18
185
0 - 0 - 0

170 cm
19
140
0 - 0 - 0

BJJ White Belt
Excellent boxer
Big right hand

BJJ Blue Belt
Decent boxing
Granite chin

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 New York, Beckham Bullock!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 0 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Paul Buttowski!
The judges for this bout are Columbo Gatti, Reed Andrews and Bruno Lombardi.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Buttowski jabs at Bullock's body.
Buttowski darts in looking for a takedown but Bullock gets double underhooks and turns Buttowski into the cage.
Horrible takedown attempt by Buttowski or perhaps it was just good defense by Bullock, which made it look bad.
Buttowski tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Bullock defends well and Buttowski ends up having to push Bullock into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Beckham Bullock has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Paul Buttowski.
Bullock throws a right hand that misses
and Buttowski counters with a thumping low kick.
Bullock misses with the combination.
Bullock looks to land a combination but Buttowski avoids it well.

Buttowski closes the distance and pushes Bullock back into the cage.

Buttowski breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Buttowski shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Buttowski avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Buttowski appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Bullock misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Bullock lands a nice shot that snaps Buttowski's head back.

It looks like Paul Buttowski has been cut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bullock looks to land a combination but Buttowski avoids it well.
Bullock misses with a combination

and Buttowski counters by clinching up.
Buttowski fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Buttowski is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Bullock is defending well for now.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Buttowski is working for takedown but Bullock is calmly controlling the position for now.
Buttowski is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Bullock pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Bullock wants to break free but Buttowski has control.
Bullock tries to circle away but Buttowski has him pinned against the cage.
Bullock is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Buttowski prevents Bullock from breaking the clinch.
Buttowski is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Bullock to keep the fight standing.
Buttowski is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Bullock is defending well.
Buttowski tries to land knees in the clinch but Bullock avoids the damage to the body.
Bullock tries to break the clinch but Buttowski is controlling the position.
Bullock gets underhooks to prevent Buttowski's takedown attempt.
Bullock looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Buttowski trying to stall but Bullock improves his position.
Buttowski tries for a takedown but Bullock manages to get underhooks.
Buttowski is trying to maintain a safe position but Bullock gets an underhook and turns Buttowski into the cage.
Buttowski looks winded!

That's two minutes gone in the round.
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.

Buttowski manages to break the clinch.
Beckham Bullock is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Buttowski slips a jab and a cross from Bullock.
Buttowski scores with a nice strike.
Bullock works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Buttowski looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Buttowski has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Bullock moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Buttowski goes for a double leg but Bullock avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Bullock continues to drive forward.
Buttowski shoots for a takedown but Bullock saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Bullock doesn't manage to clinch there - Buttowski circles away.
Bullock tries to clinch but Buttowski moves away
and Buttowski counters with a nice leg kick.
Buttowski shoots for a double leg takedown but Bullock sprawls well. He's pushed Buttowski's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Buttowski fails with an attempt to clinch.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Bullock scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Bullock swinging wildly here.
Bullock moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromButtowski.
Buttowski fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Bullock avoids it really well and circles away.
Bullock appears to be looking for a big counter.
Bullock doesn't manage to clinch there - Buttowski circles away.

Buttowski has closed the distance and engaged Bullock in a clinch.
Buttowski manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Buttowski jumps guard but Bullock stands there with Buttowski around his waist. Buttowski gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
A frustrated look appears on Bullock's face as he tries to break the clinch.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Bullock is looking to break free of the clinch but Buttowski has double underhooks.
Bullock working hard to break the clinch.
Bullock has had enough of the clinch but Buttowski keeps him there for the moment.
Buttowski goes for a takedown in the clinch but Bullock prevents it.

Buttowski manages to break the clinch.

Buttowski has taken the fight to the clinch.
Buttowski is working for takedown but Bullock is calmly controlling the position for now.
Bullock wants to get back to striking at distance but Buttowski won't allow it.
Buttowski wants to take the fight to the mat but Bullock manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Buttowski keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Bullock's efforts to push away.
Buttowski is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Bullock is defending well.

Buttowski escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Buttowski changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Beckham Bullock dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Paul Buttowski's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!

Buttowski moves into range and clinches up with Bullock.
Bullock wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Bullock has had enough of the clinch but Buttowski keeps him there for the moment.
Bullock prevents a takedown attempt there.
Bullock wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Buttowski has him pressed against the cage.
Bullock prevents the takedown attempt.
Buttowski is trying to pull guard but Bullock has him pressed against the cage.
Beckham Bullock has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Paul Buttowski.
Bullock is trying to force a seperation but Buttowski has the dominant position.
Buttowski drops down looking for an ankle pick but Bullock pulls his leg out and moves away.
Buttowski blocks a jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Buttowski avoids the clinch attempt nicely.

Bullock lands a left and a right that send Buttowski crashing to the mat, dazed. Bullock thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!

Buttowski is rocked!

Bullock has managed to clinch.
Buttowski is still on wobbly legs! Can Bullock finish him?
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bullock tries to circle away but Buttowski has him pinned against the cage.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Bullock wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Buttowski seems to have recovered his senses.
Bullock has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Bullock wants to break the clinch but can't.

Buttowski escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Buttowski moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Buttowski wants to clinch up but Bullock keeps it at a distance.
Buttowski is trying hard to land a takedown here. Bullock sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
The fight stays on the outside here - Buttowski looks like he's thinking about clinching though.

Buttowski throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Bullock was covering up waiting for the punch and Buttowski finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Bullock wants to get back to his feet but Buttowski passes into half guard.

Bullock is staying active underneath Buttowski, who seems content to just control the action from this position.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

Bullock is defending against the submission attempts here by Buttowski.

Buttowski is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Bullock is trying to maintain the position but Buttowski is very close to passing his half guard.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Bullock is not content to let Buttowski control the position.
Buttowski performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Bullock wants to get back to full guard but Buttowski has passed into side control.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.

Buttowski stands up and we're back to a striking position.
Bullock throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Buttowski shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Bullock as he avoids it easily.
Buttowski changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Bullock tries to avoid it but Buttowski manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Bullock to the ground. Bullock escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.

Buttowski clinches up with Bullock and pushes him back against the cage.
Buttowski looking to slow down the pace here.
Bullock stops a takedown attempt from Buttowski.
A frustrated look appears on Bullock's face as he tries to break the clinch.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Buttowski drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Buttowski keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Bullock's efforts to push away.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Beckham Bullock dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Paul Buttowski's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!

No joy there for Bullock, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Buttowski dives in for a single leg takedown but Bullock sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Bullock scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Buttowski misses with a head kick.

Bullock gets tackled into the cage by Buttowski. Buttowski maintains the clinch.
Buttowski missing with knees to the body.
Paul Buttowski seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.

Buttowski drags the fight down to the ground.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bullock landing with the ground and pound.
Bullock wants to control from the top but Buttowski keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Buttowski seems keen to control Bullock's posture.
Buttowski tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Buttowski is trying to control the position from the bottom.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Buttowski has Bullock pulled in close to control his posture.

The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Bullock tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Buttowski counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Bullock is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Buttowski can do to turn this around?
Buttowski slips a jab and a cross from Bullock.
Buttowski shoots in looking for a takedown but Bullock manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Buttowski's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Buttowski closes the distance and clinches up with Bullock, looking for a takedown. Buttowski pushes Bullock against the cage but Bullock circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Beckham Bullock has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Paul Buttowski.
Some wild striking there from Bullock.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Buttowski shoots in looking for a takedown but Bullock manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Buttowski's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
A punch combination from Bullock misses.
Buttowski fails with a takedown attempt.
Bullock is looking to clinch.
Buttowski is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Buttowski connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Bullock looks to land a combination but Buttowski avoids it well.
Buttowski lands with a slapping head kick.
Bullock looks to land a combination but Buttowski avoids it well.
Buttowski tries to counter by closing the distance.
Bullock tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
A nice side step and Buttowski releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Buttowski doesn't manage to clinch there - Bullock circles away.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!

Buttowski drives through with a takedown into guard.
Bullock wants to get back to his feet but Buttowski passes into half guard.

Buttowski passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Bullock!

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Bullock blocking the ground and pound.
Buttowski throwing sloppy strikes, which aren't doing any damage.
Buttowski punishing his opponent with strikes.
Buttowski sends his fist crashing into the mat - the crowd let out a collective ooooooh. Let's hope he's not broken it!

Buttowski has hold of Bullock's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Bullock manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Buttowski manages to capitalize on a mistake by Bullock to take his back!
Buttowski is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Buttowski connects with a big shot to the side of Bullock's head.
Buttowski missing with strikes.
Paul Buttowski has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Beckham Bullock is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Buttowski missing with strikes from the back.

And that's the end of the fight!
Paul Buttowski comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Bullock 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 Columbo Gatti scores the fight for Beckham Bullock!
Judge Reed Andrews scores the fight for Beckham Bullock!
Judge Bruno Lombardi scores the fight for Beckham Bullock!

Beckham Bullock wins by unanimous decision!

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
46%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Luo Shiangeman (ranked 4307 p4p, 4254 weight class) and Damon Farley (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.

Shiangeman
vs
Farley

200 cm
20
210
0 - 0 - 0

190 cm
18
230
0 - 0 - 0

BJJ White Belt
Excellent boxer
Very strong

BJJ White Belt
Brawler
Solid chin

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 New York, Luo Shiangeman!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 0 - 0 - 0, fighting out of New York, Damon Farley!
The judges for this bout are Bruno Lombardi, Russell Pearce and Jonathan Paton.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!

Farley moves into the clinch successfully.
A short left from Shiangeman.

Farley has picked Shiangeman up - he's going for a ride! Farley dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.

Farley stands up from half guard.
Shiangeman misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.

Farley has Shiangeman up against the cage in a clinch.

Farley manages to break the clinch.
Farley throws a combination that misses
and Shiangeman counters with a three punch combo that has Farley backing up. Farley nods at Shiangeman to acknowledge the strikes.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Farley avoids the head kick by Shiangeman.

Farley closes the distance and clinches.
Shiangeman tries to break the clinch but Farley is controlling the position.
Shiangeman fails to pull guard.

Farley breaks from the clinch.

Shiangeman tries to sprawl but Farley drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Farley lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Shiangeman is trying to stand.

Farley wants to work for an arm triangle but Shiangeman is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Shiangeman is looking for a sweep. Farley is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.

Farley is trying to work for a kimura but Shiangeman is defending well.
Farley content to control rather than advance.
Farley drops an elbow to the side of Shiangeman's head.
Farley thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.

Farley decides to return to a standing position.

Farley darts in and clinches Shiangeman up against the cage.
Shiangeman missing with knees to the body.
Farley slowing the pace effectively.

Farley has picked Shiangeman up - he's going for a ride! Farley dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Farley lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Shiangeman is looking for a sweep. Farley is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Ground and pound from Farley.
Shiangeman is breathing heavily.

Farley gets to his feet - back to striking we go!
Farley scores with a three punch combo!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Farley has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.

Farley bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.

Farley decides to stand up, so the ref orders Shiangeman to his feet.

Farley closes the distance and clinches.
Farley stalls.
Farley using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Shiangeman takes an elbow to the forehead.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Farley lands an elbow just above Shiangeman 's eye.

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

Farley decides to stand back up. Farley steps back and let's Shiangeman get back to his feet.
Farley tries to bum rush Shiangeman with a series of wild strikes but Shiangeman uses good footwork to avoid the assault.

Shiangeman gets tackled into the cage by Farley. Farley maintains the clinch.

Farley gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.

Farley decides to return to a standing position.

Farley decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.

Farley decides he's had enough of the ground and stands up.
Farley looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
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!

Shiangeman gets caught flat footed, as Farley shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.

Farley gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.

Farley manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Shiangeman on his heels. He'll look to pass Shiangeman's guard now, I'm sure.

Shiangeman wriggles free and stands up.

That's four minutes gone in the round.

Farley closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.

Farley has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand.

Farley closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Shiangeman to the mat! Shiangeman manages to get full guard.
Farley wants to pass the guard but Shiangeman is keeping the position.

Farley gets to his feet. Shiangeman looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!

Farley instigates a clinch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Shiangeman takes an elbow to the temple.
Farley lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.

Farley gets control of Shiangeman's arms and successfully pulls guard. Farley will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Damon Farley dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.

Farley moves into the clinch.
Farley tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Shiangeman avoids it.
Shiangeman is trying to force a seperation but Farley has the dominant position.
Shiangeman avoids a wild elbow strike from Farley.

Farley gets a trip takedown into half guard.
Farley prevents Shiangeman from improving his position.

Farley is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.

Farley decides to stand and escape the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.

Farley moves into the clinch.

Farley jumps into guard, dragging Shiangeman to the mat.
Farley preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Shiangeman trying to control the position from guard on top but Farley is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.

The fighters are working up against the cage. Farley manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Farley tries to work over Shiangeman's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Shiangeman with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Shiangeman has had enough of the clinch but Farley keeps him there for the moment.
Farley stalling.
Farley lands an elbow that stopped Shiangeman in his tracks for a moment.

It looks like Luo Shiangeman has been cut.
Shiangeman goes for a takedown in the clinch but Farley prevents it.

Farley is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Shiangeman can't fight it off and eventually Farley manages to take the fight to the floor. Shiangeman looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Farley is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.

Farley gets to his feet. Shiangeman looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
The fight stays on the outside here - Shiangeman looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Luo Shiangeman is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Farley throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Shiangeman looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.

Farley has taken the fight to the clinch.
Farley swings away with an uppercut that misses.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.

Farley breaks from the clinch.

Farley moves into the clinch.

Farley jumps guard and drags Shiangeman to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.

Farley kicks Shiangeman off and gets to his feet.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Farley manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Shiangeman on his heels. He'll look to pass Shiangeman's guard now, I'm sure.
Farley not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Farley stands and throws Shiangeman's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Farley working the ground and pound.
Farley lands a few punches from side control.

Farley decides to stand back up. Farley steps back and let's Shiangeman get back to his feet.

Farley fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Shiangeman, pushing him back against the cage.
Farley leaning his opponent against the cage.
Farley slowing the pace effectively.

That's four minutes gone in the round.

Farley wants the takedown. Shiangeman is fighting it off but Farley persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Shiangeman's guard against the cage.
Farley slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.

Farley stands up and waves to Shiangeman to follow him.
Damon Farley seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Shiangeman shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Farley is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Shiangeman with a body shot.

A momentary lapse in concentration from Shiangeman enables Farley to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Shiangeman manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.

Farley stands and steps away. Shiangeman gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.

Farley instigates a clinch.
Farley tries a knee to the head but Shiangeman blocks it.

Farley tightens his grip and picks Shiangeman up, before dumping him to the ground. Shiangeman manages to land in guard.
Farley postures up.

Farley gets to his feet - Shiangeman follows without any prompting.
A combination from Farley does no damage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Damon Farley showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Luo Shiangeman's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!

Shiangeman shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Farley as he jumps to the side.
Shiangeman is looking to chop away at Farley's legs.

Farley closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Damon Farley seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Shiangeman is trying to pull guard but Farley has him pressed against the cage.
Farley throws a head punch that misses.
Farley with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Shiangeman tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Farley smiles and moves away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Luo Shiangeman. That's going to take a lot out of him.

Farley scores with a takedown into Shiangeman's guard.
Damon Farley has got the better of the ground game so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.

Farley stands up from Shiangeman's guard - Farley perhaps looking for a knockout.

Farley drives through and clinches with Shiangeman against the cage.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Shiangeman can't break the clinch.
Farley landing some nice looking knees to the body.

Farley has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Shiangeman clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
Farley really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Shiangeman.

Farley is working the back position looking for the choke. Oh, he's slid into an armbar! Beautiful transition and Shiangeman taps out! Fantastic Jiu Jitsu from Farley.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:53 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Damon Farley!

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
76%

Co-main event

Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Raiden Wallace (ranked 4067 p4p, 4345 weight class) and Sean Oliveiria (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.

Wallace
vs
Oliveiria

178 cm
18
260
0 - 0 - 0

180 cm
19
185
0 - 0 - 0

Good wrestling
Basic striking
Good chin

BJJ Blue Belt
Brawler
Tends to cut

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 New York, Raiden Wallace!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 0 - 0 - 0, fighting out of New York, Sean Oliveiria!
The judges for this bout are David Schapiro, Chad Campbell and Jorge Garcia.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!

Wallace closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Wallace lands in his opponent's guard.
Oliveiria keeping full guard, as Wallace tries to pass.

Oliveiria throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Wallace wants to pass the guard but Oliveiria is keeping the position.
Wallace throwing strikes from guard but Oliveiria blocks nicely.
Wallace tries to free his leg and advance position but Oliveiria is retaining full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Wallace accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Wallace stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Oliveiria swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Oliveiria is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move.

Wallace wants to get back to full guard.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Wallace missing with punches from the bottom.
Oliveiria seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Wallace is looking to improve his position.
Oliveiria thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Wallace's head.
Wallace is trying to get back to full guard.
Oliveiria tries to stand but his arm is trapped.
The fighters are battling for position here. Wallace manages to regain full guard. Nice work.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Oliveiria missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.

Wallace had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Oliveiria defends it easily.
Wallace looking for a sweep. Not yet Wallace, not yet.
Wallace is working hard here to advance position.
Wallace not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Wallace really is a fat lump.
Wallace wants to sweep but no luck.

Wallace escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Oliveiria gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Wallace is trying to keep Oliveiria in close.

Wallace throws his legs up looking for a submission but Oliveiria uses it to pass to side control.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Wallace tries to buck Oliveiria off but Oliveiria is having none of it.
Wallace manages to get back to half guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Wallace manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Oliveiria looks winded!
Oliveiria stopping the sweep attempt from Wallace.
Oliveiria throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Wallace works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Oliveiria distracts Wallace with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.

Wallace working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Oliveiria doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oliveiria manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Wallace wants to sweep here but Oliveiria controlling him for the moment.

That's four minutes gone in the round.

Wallace had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Oliveiria defends it easily.
Oliveiria preventing the sweep.
Wallace looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Oliveiria puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Wallace is looking to improve his position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Wallace manages to get to full guard.

Wallace working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Oliveiria has passed into half guard!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Raiden Wallace will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!

Wallace bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Wallace has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Oliveiria!
Wallace cracks Oliveiria with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.

It looks like Sean Oliveiria has been cut.
Raiden Wallace overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Wallace trying to control but Oliveiria is having none of it.
Wallace lands a big elbow.

Oliveiria is rocked!

The referee calls the doctor in to look at Sean Oliveiria's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:53 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Raiden Wallace!
Our winner, Raiden Wallace, 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.

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
20%

Main event

Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Grab Em (ranked 4192 p4p, 2928 weight class) and Cm Punk (ranked 0 p4p, 321 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.

Em
vs
Punk

225 cm
18
130
0 - 0 - 0

182 cm
18
180
0 - 0 - 0

Good wrestling
Brawler
Inexperienced

BJJ White Belt
Decent boxing
Determined

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 New York, Grab Em!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 0 - 0 - 0, fighting out of New York, Cm Punk!
The judges for this bout are John Kavanagh, Russell Pearce and Reed Andrews.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Punk has a takedown stuffed.

Em manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Punk on his heels. He'll look to pass Punk's guard now, I'm sure.
Em is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Em preventing the sweep.
Em is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Em seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Punk for as long as he can get away with.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Punk has Em pulled in close to control his posture.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Em stopping the sweep attempt from Punk.
Punk avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Em looking to pass the guard.

The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.

Punk rushes Em and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.

Em has hold of one of Punk's legs. Punk is fighting the takedown attempt but Em gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
Punk is wriggling around but Em manages to pass to half guard.

Em in half guard on the top. He's looking for a kimura... He's got it locked and he's managed to free his trapped foot. Punk tries to escape but it's on too tight and he has to tap! Great BJJ skills there from Em!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Grab Em!