PRIDE FC: Never dies!!!

CageRage · March 22, 2021

PRIDE: Shockwave 2008

Date: December 31, 2008

Venue: Saitama Super Arena

Local: Saitama, Japan

Main Card

Heavyweight Championship Bout: © Fedor Emelianenko (230 lbs) vs. Alistair Overeem (245 lbs)

Middleweight Championship Bout: © Glover Teixeira (205 lbs) vs. Wanderlei Silva (205 lbs)

Welterweight Championship Bout: © Ronaldo Souza (185 lbs) vs. Dan Henderson (185 lbs)

Featherweight Championship Bout: © Brad Pickett (145 lbs) vs. Urijah Faber (145 lbs)

Lightweight Championship Bout: © Norifumi Yamamoto (165 lbs) vs. Vitor Ribeiro (165 lbs)

Middleweight Bout: Mauricio Rua (205 lbs) vs. Ricardo Arona (205 lbs)

Heavyweight Bout: Josh Barnett (250 lbs) vs. Andrei Arlovski (235 lbs)

Welterweight Bout: Robbie Lawler (185 lbs) vs. Yuki Kondo (185 lbs)

Lightweight Bout: Takanori Gomi (165 lbs) vs. Marcus Aurelio (165 lbs)

Featherweight Bout: Miguel Angel Torres (145 lbs) vs. Jose Aldo (145 lbs)

Preliminary Card

Welterweight Bout: Carlos Condit (185 lbs) vs. Kazuo Misaki (185 lbs)

Middleweight Bout: Vitor Belfort (205 lbs) vs. Melvin Manhoef (205 lbs)

Heavyweight Bout: Heath Herring (250 lbs) vs. Gilbert Yvel (235 lbs)

Lightweight Bout: Josh Thomson (165 lbs) vs. Mizuto Hirota (165 lbs)

Featherweight Bout: Joachin Hansen (145 lbs) vs. Cub Swanson (145 lbs)

Heavyweight Bout: Eric Esch (265 lbs) vs. Yoshihiro Nakao (220 lbs)

Welterweight Bout: Jose Landi-Jons (185 lbs) vs. Keita Nakamura (170 lbs)

Middleweight Bout: Vladimir Matyushenko (205 lbs) vs. Emanuel Newton (205 lbs)

Featherweight Bout: Masakazui Imanari (145 lbs) vs. Georgi Karakhanyan (145 lbs)

Lightweight Bout: Cristiano Marcello (165 lbs) vs. Evan Dunham (165 lbs)

vladjarca · March 23, 2021

Main Card

Heavyweight Championship Bout: © Fedor Emelianenko (230 lbs) vs. Alistair Overeem (245 lbs)

Middleweight Championship Bout: © Glover Teixeira (205 lbs) vs. Wanderlei Silva (205 lbs)

Welterweight Championship Bout: © Ronaldo Souza (185 lbs) vs. Dan Henderson (185 lbs)

Featherweight Championship Bout: © Brad Pickett (145 lbs) vs. Urijah Faber (145 lbs)

Lightweight Championship Bout: © Norifumi Yamamoto (165 lbs) vs. Vitor Ribeiro (165 lbs)

Middleweight Bout: Mauricio Rua (205 lbs) vs. Ricardo Arona (205 lbs)

Heavyweight Bout: Josh Barnett (250 lbs) vs. Andrei Arlovski (235 lbs)

Welterweight Bout: Robbie Lawler (185 lbs) vs. Yuki Kondo (185 lbs)

Lightweight Bout: Takanori Gomi (165 lbs) vs. Marcus Aurelio (165 lbs)

Featherweight Bout: Miguel Angel Torres (145 lbs) vs. Jose Aldo (145 lbs)

Preliminary Card

Welterweight Bout: Carlos Condit (185 lbs) vs. Kazuo Misaki (185 lbs)

Middleweight Bout: Vitor Belfort (205 lbs) vs. Melvin Manhoef (205 lbs)

Heavyweight Bout: Heath Herring (250 lbs) vs. Gilbert Yvel (235 lbs)

Lightweight Bout: Josh Thomson (165 lbs) vs. Mizuto Hirota (165 lbs)

Featherweight Bout: Joachin Hansen (145 lbs) vs. Cub Swanson (145 lbs)

Heavyweight Bout: Eric Esch (265 lbs) vs. Yoshihiro Nakao (220 lbs)

Welterweight Bout: Jose Landi-Jons (185 lbs) vs. Keita Nakamura (170 lbs)

Middleweight Bout: Vladimir Matyushenko (205 lbs) vs. Emanuel Newton (205 lbs)

Featherweight Bout: Masakazui Imanari (145 lbs) vs. Georgi Karakhanyan (145 lbs)

Lightweight Bout: Cristiano Marcello (165 lbs) vs. Evan Dunham (165 lbs)

McDojoDelux · March 23, 2021

Main Card

Heavyweight Championship Bout: © Fedor Emelianenko (230 lbs) vs. Alistair Overeem (245 lbs)

Middleweight Championship Bout: © Glover Teixeira (205 lbs) vs. Wanderlei Silva (205 lbs)

Welterweight Championship Bout: © Ronaldo Souza (185 lbs) vs. Dan Henderson (185 lbs)

Featherweight Championship Bout: © Brad Pickett (145 lbs) vs. Urijah Faber (145 lbs)

Lightweight Championship Bout: © Norifumi Yamamoto (165 lbs) vs. Vitor Ribeiro (165 lbs)

Middleweight Bout: Mauricio Rua (205 lbs) vs. Ricardo Arona (205 lbs)

Heavyweight Bout: Josh Barnett (250 lbs) vs. Andrei Arlovski (235 lbs)

Welterweight Bout: Robbie Lawler (185 lbs) vs. Yuki Kondo (185 lbs)

Lightweight Bout: Takanori Gomi (165 lbs) vs. Marcus Aurelio (165 lbs)

Featherweight Bout: Miguel Angel Torres (145 lbs) vs. Jose Aldo (145 lbs)

Preliminary Card

Welterweight Bout: Carlos Condit (185 lbs) vs. Kazuo Misaki (185 lbs)

Middleweight Bout: Vitor Belfort (205 lbs) vs. Melvin Manhoef (205 lbs)

Heavyweight Bout: Heath Herring (250 lbs) vs. Gilbert Yvel (235 lbs)

Lightweight Bout: Josh Thomson (165 lbs) vs. Mizuto Hirota (165 lbs)

Featherweight Bout: Joachin Hansen (145 lbs) vs. Cub Swanson (145 lbs)

Heavyweight Bout: Eric Esch (265 lbs) vs. Yoshihiro Nakao (220 lbs)

Welterweight Bout: Jose Landi-Jons (185 lbs) vs. Keita Nakamura (170 lbs)

Middleweight Bout: Vladimir Matyushenko (205 lbs) vs. Emanuel Newton (205 lbs)

Featherweight Bout: Masakazui Imanari (145 lbs) vs. Georgi Karakhanyan (145 lbs)

Lightweight Bout: Cristiano Marcello (165 lbs) vs. Evan Dunham (165 lbs)

Judoku1819 · March 23, 2021

Heavyweight Championship Bout: © Fedor Emelianenko (230 lbs) vs. Alistair Overeem (245 lbs)

Middleweight Championship Bout: © Glover Teixeira (205 lbs) vs. Wanderlei Silva (205 lbs)

Welterweight Championship Bout: © Ronaldo Souza (185 lbs) vs. Dan Henderson (185 lbs)

Featherweight Championship Bout: © Brad Pickett (145 lbs) vs. Urijah Faber (145 lbs)

Lightweight Championship Bout: © Norifumi Yamamoto (165 lbs) vs. Vitor Ribeiro (165 lbs)

Middleweight Bout: Mauricio Rua (205 lbs) vs. Ricardo Arona (205 lbs)

Heavyweight Bout: Josh Barnett (250 lbs) vs. Andrei Arlovski (235 lbs)

Welterweight Bout: Robbie Lawler (185 lbs) vs. Yuki Kondo (185 lbs)

Lightweight Bout: Takanori Gomi (165 lbs) vs. Marcus Aurelio (165 lbs)

Featherweight Bout: Miguel Angel Torres (145 lbs) vs. Jose Aldo (145 lbs)

Preliminary Card

Welterweight Bout: Carlos Condit (185 lbs) vs. Kazuo Misaki (185 lbs)

Middleweight Bout: Vitor Belfort (205 lbs) vs. Melvin Manhoef (205 lbs)

Heavyweight Bout: Heath Herring (250 lbs) vs. Gilbert Yvel (235 lbs)

Lightweight Bout: Josh Thomson (165 lbs) vs. Mizuto Hirota (165 lbs)

Featherweight Bout: Joachin Hansen (145 lbs) vs. Cub Swanson (145 lbs)

Heavyweight Bout: Eric Esch (265 lbs) vs. Yoshihiro Nakao (220 lbs)

Welterweight Bout: Jose Landi-Jons (185 lbs) vs. Keita Nakamura (170 lbs)

Middleweight Bout: Vladimir Matyushenko (205 lbs) vs. Emanuel Newton (205 lbs)

Featherweight Bout: Masakazui Imanari (145 lbs) vs. Georgi Karakhanyan (145 lbs)

Lightweight Bout: Cristiano Marcello (165 lbs) vs. Evan Dunham (165 lbs)

rodrigoviolim · March 23, 2021

<div style="text-align:center;"><img src=https://i.imgur.com/DpEK6Ni.png> Preliminary Card Lightweight Bout Cristiano Marcello (9-4) vs. Evan Dunham (6-1)</div> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="52401" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>The first of the prelim fights is Cristiano Marcello (9-4, 2-3 PRIDE) fighting Evan Dunham (6-1, 3-1 PRIDE). The referee is Marc Goddard. Our judges at ringside are: Chris Lee, Tony Weeks, and Kanagi Fujimaro. <div style="text-align:center;">Round 1</div> (Rd 1 - 10:00) The fight begins! (Rd 1 - 10:00) The fighters touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 09:55) Dunham looked like he was about to shoot, but Marcello stepped in fast and started a clinch. (Rd 1 - 09:37) Marcello looks to sweep a leg out from under Dunham so as to take him down with a trip. (Rd 1 - 09:37) Marcello doesn't get the trip, Dunham instead wrestles his way into controlling the grapple. (Rd 1 - 09:11) Using his wrestling skills, Dunham is trying to push Marcello up against the ropes. (Rd 1 - 09:11) He does so and now has Marcello pinned to the ropes. (Rd 1 - 08:59) Showing good control, Dunham keeps Marcello stuck against the ropes. (Rd 1 - 08:59) Nothing really happens for the next minute, they remain in a close grapple exchanging occasional short punches. (Rd 1 - 07:51) Dunham tries to take Marcello down. (Rd 1 - 07:51) Dunham can't get Marcello down to the ground. (Rd 1 - 07:40) With Marcello stuck against the ropes, Dunham tries to complete a takedown by going low and grabbing both legs. (Rd 1 - 07:40) Dunham can't get Marcello down to the ground. (Rd 1 - 07:40) Marcello can't seem to work his way free though. (Rd 1 - 07:29) With the ropes trapping Marcello, Dunham looks for a trip takedown by sweeping a leg. (Rd 1 - 07:29) It doesn't work, Marcello defended against it well. (Rd 1 - 07:29) The takedown may have been blocked, but Marcello is still stuck against the ropes and can't seem to get free. (Rd 1 - 07:13) Dunham drops down and wraps his arms around his opponent's legs, looking to try and take them down. (Rd 1 - 07:13) Dunham doesn't get it, Marcello blocked any attempt to move him. (Rd 1 - 07:13) Marcello remains trapped against the ropes though, and can't seem to get free. (Rd 1 - 07:01) With Marcello stuck against the ropes, Dunham tries to complete a takedown by going low and grabbing both legs. (Rd 1 - 07:01) It doesn't work, Marcello defended against it well. (Rd 1 - 06:41) Dunham looks for a takedown by grabbing both his opponent's legs and trying to trip him to the mat. (Rd 1 - 06:41) Dunham doesn't get it, Marcello blocked any attempt to move him. (Rd 1 - 06:28) Dunham tries to take Marcello down. (Rd 1 - 06:28) Marcello blocks the attempt by keeping a solid base. (Rd 1 - 06:09) With the ropes trapping Marcello, Dunham looks to try and take him down by going low and taking out both legs. (Rd 1 - 06:09) It doesn't work, Marcello defended against it well. (Rd 1 - 06:09) Marcello is still stuck against the ropes however. (Rd 1 - 05:53) With Marcello stuck against the ropes, Dunham tries to reap a leg with a sharp sweep in order to trip him to the floor. (Rd 1 - 05:53) Marcello stops the attempted trip, then uses his wrestling to take control of the grapple and put Dunham against the ropes. (Rd 1 - 05:33) Dunham uses his wrestling skills to prevent Marcello from attacking with dirty boxing. (Rd 1 - 05:16) Marcello tries to use his dirty boxing skills, but Dunham uses wrestling to prevent any strikes from being launched. (Rd 1 - 04:56) Although pressed against the ropes, Dunham still hits a few small punches to the ribs. (Rd 1 - 04:42) Marcello tries to keep Dunham up against the ropes for some dirty boxing, but Dunham reverses so that he is the one in control. (Rd 1 - 04:13) With the fighters having been stuck against the ropes for quite a while, the referee brings them back to the center. (Rd 1 - 03:58) Marcello moves in and clinches. (Rd 1 - 03:38) Marcello looks to sweep a leg in order to execute a sharp trip. (Rd 1 - 03:38) He sweeps the leg, sending Dunham to the mat in a beautiful move! He gets side control! (Rd 1 - 03:27) Marcello throws a few right hands to the body. (Rd 1 - 03:05) Dunham tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it. (Rd 1 - 02:45) Marcello tries to pound on Dunham, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with. (Rd 1 - 02:27) Dunham tries to move to guard, but Marcello doesn't allow it. (Rd 1 - 02:13) Marcello throws some small strikes, but is clearly just taking a moment to try and catch his breath. (Rd 1 - 01:46) Dunham tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it. (Rd 1 - 01:26) Marcello throws a few right hands, but is mainly trying to catch his breath. (Rd 1 - 01:09) Marcello blocks an attempt to pull guard. (Rd 1 - 00:50) Marcello tries to lock Dunham into an armbar. (Rd 1 - 00:50) Dunham blocks it. (Rd 1 - 00:17) Marcello blocks an attempt to pull guard. (Rd 1 - 00:06) With no progress being made, referee Marc Goddard stands them back up. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round one. <div style="text-align:center;">Round 2</div> (Rd 2 - 05:00) And here we go, one last round! (Rd 2 - 04:48) Marcello aggressively moves in and grapples with Dunham. (Rd 2 - 04:30) Marcello looks for a trip takedown. (Rd 2 - 04:30) Dunham stops the attempted trip, then uses his wrestling to take control of the grapple. (Rd 2 - 04:08) Dunham looks for a trip takedown. (Rd 2 - 04:08) Dunham can't get Marcello down to the ground. (Rd 2 - 03:56) Dunham is trying to push Marcello so that his back is up against the ropes. (Rd 2 - 03:56) Dunham manages it and controls Marcello up against the ropes. (Rd 2 - 03:40) With Marcello stuck against the ropes, Dunham tries to complete a takedown by going low and grabbing both legs. (Rd 2 - 03:40) He gets a big takedown and he is left on top of a turtled up Marcello. (Rd 2 - 03:24) Dunham fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage. (Rd 2 - 03:05) Taking advantage of a pause, Marcello scrambles back up, but Dunham gets back control. (Rd 2 - 02:58) Dunham tries to pick Marcello up and dump him onto the ground. (Rd 2 - 02:58) Marcello digs in and manages to defend the takedown. (Rd 2 - 02:14) Dunham loses back control, Marcello wrestled free and circled back to the center. (Rd 2 - 01:57) For the first time, Marcello is starting to breathe a little heavier. (Rd 2 - 01:57) Dunham is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy. (Rd 2 - 01:45) Marcello steps in and grapples with his opponent. (Rd 2 - 01:30) Marcello tries to use a trip takedown. (Rd 2 - 01:30) The trip doesn't work, Dunham blocked it and then takes control of the grapple. (Rd 2 - 01:05) Using his wrestling skills, Dunham is trying to push Marcello up against the ropes. (Rd 2 - 01:05) Dunham manages it and controls Marcello up against the ropes. (Rd 2 - 00:45) With Marcello stuck against the ropes, Dunham tries to use a trip takedown. (Rd 2 - 00:45) It doesn't work, Marcello defended against it well. (Rd 2 - 00:45) Marcello may have stopped the takedown but he is having less luck getting away from the ropes. (Rd 2 - 00:27) With the ropes trapping Marcello, Dunham looks to try and take him down by going low and taking out both legs. (Rd 2 - 00:27) Marcello blocks the attempt by keeping a solid base. (Rd 2 - 00:27) Marcello remains trapped against the ropes though, and can't seem to get free. (Rd 2 - 00:09) With Marcello stuck against the ropes, Dunham tries to complete a takedown by going low and grabbing both legs. (Rd 2 - 00:09) Dunham doesn't get it, Marcello blocked any attempt to move him. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The fight comes to an end as the time limit expires. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The official decisions are being reported now. (Rd 2 - 00:00) All three judges have given the victory to Dunham. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The winner, by unanimous decision, is Evan Dunham! <div style="text-align:center;">Official Result: Evan Dunham def. Cristiano Marcella by Unanimous Decision. Featherweight Bout Masakazui Imanari (13-8-2) vs. Georgi Karakhanyan (5-0)</div></div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="52401" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Next up, 'Ashikan Judan' Masakazu Imanari (13-8-2, 2-5 PRIDE) taking on Georgi 'Insane' Karakhanyan (5-0, 0-0 PRIDE). Marc Goddard is the referee for this fight. Our judges are: Tony Weeks, Kanagi Fujimaro, and Tsumemasa Kawakami. Imanari is fighting in front of a home crowd tonight, and gets a big cheer as he makes his entrance. <div style="text-align:center;">Round 1</div> (Rd 1 - 10:00) The fight begins! (Rd 1 - 09:48) Karakhanyan looked like he was about to shoot, but Imanari stepped in fast and started a clinch. (Rd 1 - 09:34) Imanari tries to take Karakhanyan down. (Rd 1 - 09:34) Karakhanyan stops the takedown attempt, then uses his wrestling to take control of the grapple. (Rd 1 - 09:20) Karakhanyan is trying to push Imanari so that his back is up against the ropes. (Rd 1 - 09:20) Imanari ends up backed against the ropes. (Rd 1 - 09:07) Karakhanyan uses a vicious foot stomp. (Rd 1 - 08:59) Karakhanyan looks for a takedown by grabbing both his opponent's legs and trying to trip him to the mat. (Rd 1 - 08:59) He has the takedown! Imanari pulls half guard. (Rd 1 - 08:44) Karakhanyan is trying to get out of half guard and into a better position. (Rd 1 - 08:44) He passes half guard but can't secure side control as Imanari starts a scramble for position. (Rd 1 - 08:32) Karakhanyan ends up in side control. (Rd 1 - 08:19) In side control, Karakhanyan catches his breath, content just to throw a couple of punches to the body. (Rd 1 - 07:56) Imanari tries to move to guard, but Karakhanyan doesn't allow it. (Rd 1 - 07:39) Karakhanyan throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can catch his breath. (Rd 1 - 07:20) Karakhanyan blocks an attempt to pull guard. (Rd 1 - 07:09) Karakhanyan throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move. (Rd 1 - 06:45) Karakhanyan blocks Imanari as he tries a transition to guard. (Rd 1 - 06:31) Karakhanyan punches down at Imanari, but they are easily taken on the gloves. (Rd 1 - 06:03) Imanari tries to move to guard, but Karakhanyan doesn't allow it. (Rd 1 - 05:43) Karakhanyan throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can catch his breath. (Rd 1 - 05:22) With no progress being made, referee Marc Goddard stands them back up. (Rd 1 - 05:14) Seeing his opponent about to shoot in, Imanari timed it well and moved in to start a clinch. (Rd 1 - 04:59) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 1 - 04:59) Clinched with Karakhanyan, Imanari looks to try and take him down. (Rd 1 - 04:59) Imanari can't get the takedown as Karakhanyan wrestles his way into a dominant position. (Rd 1 - 04:43) With control of the clinch, Karakhanyan tries to complete a takedown. (Rd 1 - 04:43) It's unsuccessful, Imanari maintained a good solid base. (Rd 1 - 04:23) Karakhanyan is trying to lock Imanari into a Muay Thai clinch. (Rd 1 - 04:23) He has it hooked, Imanari needs to find a way out quickly. (Rd 1 - 04:03) From the clinch, Imanari gets caught with a massive knee to the chest. (Rd 1 - 03:48) Imanari tries to wrestle free of the Muay Thai clinch, but cannot. (Rd 1 - 03:19) Using the clinch, Karakhanyan blasts Imanari with a sternum-crunching knee to the chest. (Rd 1 - 03:02) Imanari wrestles free of the Muay Thai clinch after blocking a knee strike. (Rd 1 - 02:38) For the first time, Imanari is starting to breathe a little heavier. (Rd 1 - 02:31) Imanari moves in and clinches. (Rd 1 - 02:12) Imanari looks for a trip takedown. (Rd 1 - 02:12) Imanari doesn't get the takedown, Karakhanyan instead wrestles his way into controlling the grapple. (Rd 1 - 02:01) Karakhanyan looks to sweep a leg in order to execute a sharp trip. (Rd 1 - 02:01) An excellent outside leg trip sees Imanari get thrown to the mat and Karakhanyan has no problem getting side control. (Rd 1 - 01:41) Karakhanyan attempts a kimura. (Rd 1 - 01:41) Imanari blocks it. (Rd 1 - 01:18) Karakhanyan throws a few right hands to the body. (Rd 1 - 01:01) Karakhanyan throws a few right hands, but is mainly trying to catch his breath. (Rd 1 - 00:43) Karakhanyan starts trying to work to go from side control to mount. (Rd 1 - 00:43) He finds himself unable to get the mount on this attempt. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round one. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Imanari is showing clear signs of the beating his body has taken thus far tonight, there are red marks all around his rib cage. <div style="text-align:center;">Round 2</div> (Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the final round! (Rd 2 - 04:45) Imanari moves in and clinches. (Rd 2 - 04:30) With control of the clinch, Imanari tries to complete a takedown. (Rd 2 - 04:30) Imanari can't get the takedown as Karakhanyan wrestles his way into a dominant position. (Rd 2 - 04:13) Karakhanyan looks for a trip takedown. (Rd 2 - 04:13) Imanari cannot stop the takedown and has to pull half guard. (Rd 2 - 03:57) Karakhanyan fires off a few punches as he catches his breath. (Rd 2 - 03:31) Karakhanyan throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead. (Rd 2 - 03:07) Karakhanyan begins trying to get his leg free of the half guard. (Rd 2 - 03:07) Imanari can't keep his opponent in half guard, and Karakhanyan gains side control. (Rd 2 - 02:14) Karakhanyan looks to get a mount. (Rd 2 - 02:14) He can't get the mount as Imanari rolls away to stop it, but does take his back instead. (Rd 2 - 01:33) Karakhanyan fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage. (Rd 2 - 01:18) Imanari tries to turn over and sweep Karakhanyan but can't do it. (Rd 2 - 00:53) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 2 - 00:53) Karakhanyan tries to finish Imanari off with a rear naked choke. (Rd 2 - 00:53) Imanari doesn't allow the arm to go under his chin. (Rd 2 - 00:23) Imanari is breathing very hard. (Rd 2 - 00:23) Karakhanyan blocks Imanari as he tries to roll over. (Rd 2 - 00:02) Karakhanyan unloads with big right hands, landing several that clearly hurt Imanari. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The fight comes to an end as the time limit expires. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The judges have given their decisions, which are about to be announced. (Rd 2 - 00:00) All three judges have Karakhanyan down as the winner. (Rd 2 - 00:00) So the winner, by unanimous decision, is Georgi 'Insane' Karakhanyan! <div style="text-align:center;">Official Result: Georgi Karakhanyan def. Masakazu Imanari by Unanimous Decision. Middleweight Bout Vladimir Matyushenko (21-5) vs. Emanuel Newton (13-4-1)</div></div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="52401" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Moving on to the next match, in which Vladimir 'The Janitor' Matyushenko (21-5, 4-2 PRIDE) takes on 'The Hardcore Kid' Emanuel Newton (13-4-1, 3-1 PRIDE). The referee is Marc Goddard. The judges for this bout are: Tony Weeks, Kanagi Fujimaro, and Tsumemasa Kawakami. <div style="text-align:center;">Round 1</div> (Rd 1 - 10:00) Round one begins! (Rd 1 - 10:00) The fighters touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 09:47) Newton can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 09:47) A strike has opened up a noticeable gash above the eye of Matyushenko. (Rd 1 - 09:38) Matyushenko seizes the chance and grabs Newton into a clinch. (Rd 1 - 09:31) Matyushenko looks for a trip takedown. (Rd 1 - 09:31) The takedown doesn't work, Newton blocked it and then takes control of the grapple. (Rd 1 - 09:15) Using his wrestling skills, Newton is trying to push Matyushenko up against the ropes. (Rd 1 - 09:15) Newton does it, Matyushenko is stuck with his back to the ropes. (Rd 1 - 08:58) With the ropes trapping Matyushenko, Newton looks for a trip takedown by sweeping a leg. (Rd 1 - 08:58) Matyushenko has no answer to a slick trip, he is left down under side control! (Rd 1 - 08:39) Newton is trying to move from side control to mount. (Rd 1 - 08:39) He can't get the mount as Matyushenko rolls away to stop it, but does take his back instead. (Rd 1 - 08:18) Newton tries to put Matyushenko in a rear naked choke. (Rd 1 - 08:18) Matyushenko defends himself well against the choke. (Rd 1 - 07:59) Newton blocks Matyushenko as he tries to roll over. (Rd 1 - 07:36) Newton tries to get the rear naked choke applied. (Rd 1 - 07:36) Matyushenko doesn't allow the rear naked choke to be applied. (Rd 1 - 06:58) Matyushenko tries to move Newton off his back but can't. (Rd 1 - 06:36) Newton pounds away with rights, a couple of heavy shots get through and rock Matyushenko. (Rd 1 - 06:25) Matyushenko prevents Newton from getting his hooks in. (Rd 1 - 06:03) Newton blocks Matyushenko as he tries to roll over. (Rd 1 - 05:40) Newton tries to get both hooks in, but can't quite manage it. (Rd 1 - 05:15) Matyushenko tries a roll, but doesn't budge Newton. (Rd 1 - 04:53) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 1 - 04:53) Newton successfully gets both hooks in, and seems primed to finish. (Rd 1 - 04:42) Newton, with both hooks fully in, tries to get the rear naked choke applied. (Rd 1 - 04:42) Newton flattens Matyushenko out with the rear naked choke in deep and forces the tap! (Rd 1 - 04:14) 'The Hardcore Kid' Emanuel Newton takes the win by submission! <div style="text-align:center;">Official Result: Emanuel Newton def. Vladimir Matyushenko by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 5:46 of Round 1. Welterweight Bout Jose Landi-Jons (25-13) vs. Keita Nakamura (17-5-2)</div></div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="52401" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Moving on to the next match, in which 'Pelé' Jose Landi-Jons (25-13, 1-3 PRIDE) battles Keita 'K-Taro' Nakamura (17-5-2, 2-2 PRIDE). Our referee is Mario Yamasaki. Our judges at ringside are: Misaki Naosuke, Chris Lee, and Tony Weeks. Nakamura gets a good reaction from the fans as he enters the arena, he's fighting in front of a home crowd tonight. <div style="text-align:center;">Round 1</div> (Rd 1 - 10:00) The fight begins! (Rd 1 - 09:45) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant. (Rd 1 - 09:13) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 09:13) Nakamura is off-target with a jab and also can't hit a right cross. (Rd 1 - 09:13) Landi-Jons is off target with a left jab and also has a right hook blocked. (Rd 1 - 08:48) Relentless as ever, Landi-Jons comes forward. (Rd 1 - 08:48) Landi-Jons steps into the pocket, avoiding a jab on the way. (Rd 1 - 08:48) Landi-Jons throws a one-two, but Nakamura was equal to it. (Rd 1 - 08:25) They stand and trade in the center of the ring but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage. (Rd 1 - 08:03) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 1 - 08:03) Landi-Jons misses with a big right hand, allowing Nakamura to counter with a jab and a right hook that is ducked. (Rd 1 - 07:42) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 1 - 07:42) Landi-Jons scores with a jab but can't hit a right cross. (Rd 1 - 07:42) Nakamura lands a left jab and a right cross. (Rd 1 - 07:15) A punch from Landi-Jons fails to land. (Rd 1 - 07:09) Nakamura is able to grab Landi-Jons. (Rd 1 - 07:00) Nakamura gets out-wrestled in the grapple and Landi-Jons takes control. (Rd 1 - 06:33) Landi-Jons looks for a trip takedown. (Rd 1 - 06:33) Nakamura blocks the takedown attempt and takes control of the grapple. (Rd 1 - 06:20) Nakamura tries for a knee but Landi-Jons defends himself well. (Rd 1 - 06:07) Nakamura is looking to muscle Landi-Jons back against the ropes. (Rd 1 - 06:07) Landi-Jons isn't going anywhere though. (Rd 1 - 05:55) Nakamura tries to wrestle Landi-Jons backward and up against the ropes. (Rd 1 - 05:55) Nakamura achieves it, pinning Landi-Jons to the ropes. (Rd 1 - 05:35) Landi-Jons looks very tired out there. (Rd 1 - 05:35) With the ropes trapping Landi-Jons, Nakamura looks to try and take him down by going low and taking out both legs. (Rd 1 - 05:35) Landi-Jons gets slammed down, ending up on his hands and knees with Nakamura on top of him. (Rd 1 - 05:23) Nakamura unloads with big rights and lands a few powerful shots. (Rd 1 - 05:07) Nakamura tries to put Landi-Jons in a rear naked choke. (Rd 1 - 05:07) A roll to the side by Landi-Jons throws Nakamura off balance, and the two fighters are left to scramble for position. (Rd 1 - 04:38) The scramble ends with Nakamura grabbing Landi-Jons and shoving him up against the ropes. (Rd 1 - 04:20) Dropping down, Nakamura secures a leg and starts looking for a takedown. Landi-Jons is left hopping on his other leg, trying to balance. (Rd 1 - 04:20) Landi-Jons manages to fight off the takedown, eventually pulling his leg free and moving to the center. (Rd 1 - 03:54) For the first time, Nakamura is starting to breathe a little heavier. (Rd 1 - 03:39) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 1 - 03:39) Landi-Jons finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two. (Rd 1 - 03:39) Nakamura nails a right cross. (Rd 1 - 03:19) There's an exchange of strikes at relatively close range but nothing really lands. (Rd 1 - 03:01) Stalking forward, Landi-Jons backs Nakamura up toward the corner. (Rd 1 - 03:01) Nakamura fires off a counter jab. (Rd 1 - 03:01) Landi-Jons throws a two-punch combo but Nakamura avoids both. (Rd 1 - 02:41) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 1 - 02:41) Landi-Jons misses with a big right hand, allowing Nakamura to counter with a jab and a right hand that narrowly fails to connect. (Rd 1 - 02:31) Seeing that Landi-Jons looks shattered, Nakamura easily pulls him into a clinch. (Rd 1 - 02:31) Nakamura tries to wrestle Landi-Jons backward and up against the ropes. (Rd 1 - 02:31) Landi-Jons doesn't let himself be driven back though. (Rd 1 - 02:11) Landi-Jons gets caught with a knee strike to the body as they grapple. (Rd 1 - 01:51) Nakamura uses a nice knee strike from the grapple and catches Landi-Jons to the side of the stomach. (Rd 1 - 01:35) Landi-Jons looks very, very tired. (Rd 1 - 01:35) Nakamura uses a nice knee strike from the grapple and catches Landi-Jons to the side of the stomach. (Rd 1 - 01:21) Nakamura catches Landi-Jons with a knee strike to the body from the grapple. (Rd 1 - 01:04) Nakamura is looking to muscle Landi-Jons back against the ropes. (Rd 1 - 01:04) Nakamura can't manage it, Landi-Jons fought it. (Rd 1 - 00:45) Nakamura is trying to push Landi-Jons so that his back is up against the ropes. (Rd 1 - 00:45) Nakamura can't move Landi-Jons at all though, and finds himself being out-wrestled. (Rd 1 - 00:20) Landi-Jons tries to take Nakamura down. (Rd 1 - 00:20) Landi-Jons doesn't get the takedown, Nakamura instead wrestles his way into controlling the grapple. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out on round one. A large bruise is starting to appear on the side of Landi-Jons, he has not defended his rib cage well enough so far tonight. <div style="text-align:center;">Round 2</div> (Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the final round! (Rd 2 - 04:55) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 04:55) Nakamura finds his right cross blocked. (Rd 2 - 04:55) Landi-Jons misses with a right hand. (Rd 2 - 04:37) Landi-Jons lands a left jab, but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 2 - 04:20) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 04:20) Landi-Jons misses with a big right hand, allowing Nakamura to counter with a nice right hook. (Rd 2 - 04:05) Landi-Jons looks like he is almost out on his feet with exhaustion. (Rd 2 - 04:05) Nakamura is definitely slowing, his gas tank is being challenged here. (Rd 2 - 03:55) Nakamura chooses to move forward and shoot in, trying to take Landi-Jons down. (Rd 2 - 03:55) He has the takedown! Landi-Jons pulls guard. (Rd 2 - 03:45) Nakamura begins trying to pass the guard. (Rd 2 - 03:45) He passes the guard well, gaining side control. (Rd 2 - 03:14) Nakamura attempts the mount. (Rd 2 - 03:14) Nakamura mounts Landi-Jons. (Rd 2 - 02:40) Nakamura pounds away, Landi-Jons is barely able to offer any defence at all! (Rd 2 - 02:40) Referee Mario Yamasaki jumps in and stops the fight as Landi-Jons went limp! (Rd 2 - 02:27) The winner, by knock out, is Keita 'K-Taro' Nakamura! <div style="text-align:center;">Official Result: Keita Nakamura def. Jose Landi-Jons by KO (Punch) in 2:33 of Round 2. Heavyweight Bout Eric Esch (11-6-1) vs. Yoshihiro Nakao (10-2-2 NC)</div></div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="52401" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Next up, Eric 'Butterbean' Esch (11-6-1, 3-4 PRIDE) battling Yoshihiro 'Kiss' Nakao (10-2-2 NC, 6-2 PRIDE). Refereeing this bout will be Yuji Shimada. The judges for this bout are: Tony Weeks, Kanagi Fujimaro, and Tsumemasa Kawakami. The weight difference here is obvious, as Nakao must be giving up at least 45lbs to his opponent. Nakao is fighting in front of a home crowd tonight, and gets a big cheer as he makes his entrance. <div style="text-align:center;">Round 1</div> (Rd 1 - 10:00) The fight begins! (Rd 1 - 09:48) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 09:48) Butterbean dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a clean right hand. (Rd 1 - 09:27) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 1 - 09:27) Nakao counters a right hand with a quick left jab and a right hook that is ducked. (Rd 1 - 09:10) They come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 09:10) Nakao counters a right hand with a massive right hook to the jaw! (Rd 1 - 09:02) Butterbean hits the mat, that shot has rocked him! (Rd 1 - 09:02) Nakao moves in quickly to try and finish Butterbean with stomps and kicks! (Rd 1 - 09:02) Somehow Butterbean hangs on, surviving a flurry of stomps and kicks to the body! (Rd 1 - 08:45) Nakao tries to come in and secure a ground position. (Rd 1 - 08:45) Nakao comes around the raised legs and gets side control. (Rd 1 - 08:26) Looking to catch his breath, Nakao is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body. (Rd 1 - 08:04) Butterbean tries to move to guard, but Nakao doesn't allow it. (Rd 1 - 07:46) In side control, Nakao begins working to get a mount. (Rd 1 - 07:46) Nakao mounts Butterbean. (Rd 1 - 07:04) Nakao pounds away on Butterbean, who is getting destroyed by repeated heavy shots to the head! (Rd 1 - 07:04) Referee Yuji Shimada is forced to jump in and stop the fight! (Rd 1 - 06:50) Yoshihiro Nakao takes the victory by way of TKO! <div style="text-align:center;">Official Result: Yoshihiro Nakao def. Eric Esch by TKO (Strikes) in 3:10 of Round 1. Featherweight Bout Joachin Hansen (18-7-1) vs. Cub Swanson (11-2)</div></div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="52401" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Next up, Joachim 'Hellboy' Hansen (18-7-1, 7-4 PRIDE) against Cub Swanson (11-2, 0-0 PRIDE). The referee is Yuji Shimada. Our ringside judges are: Kanagi Fujimaro, Tsumemasa Kawakami, and Misaki Naosuke. <div style="text-align:center;">Round 1</div> (Rd 1 - 10:00) There's the opening bell! (Rd 1 - 09:54) Swanson throws a quick punch but doesn't land. (Rd 1 - 09:36) Swanson throws an attempted hook to the body but doesn't connect. (Rd 1 - 09:25) A jab hits home from Swanson and then he hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 09:07) Swanson moves in on Hansen, preparing to throw. (Rd 1 - 09:07) Hansen hits a jab, but it had no power at all behind it. (Rd 1 - 09:07) Swanson connects with a jab, but Hansen avoids a big right. (Rd 1 - 08:53) They come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 08:53) Hansen dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a jab and a right hook that is ducked. (Rd 1 - 08:33) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 1 - 08:33) Swanson dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a jab and a big right hand that just misses. (Rd 1 - 08:13) Swanson throws a quick punch but doesn't hit. (Rd 1 - 08:09) Hansen takes the chance and grabs Swanson into a clinch. (Rd 1 - 08:00) Hansen is looking to muscle Swanson back against the ropes. (Rd 1 - 08:00) Hansen manages it and controls Swanson up against the ropes. (Rd 1 - 07:44) With the ropes trapping Swanson, Hansen looks for a trip takedown. (Rd 1 - 07:44) An excellent outside leg trip sees Swanson get thrown to the mat and Hansen has no problem getting side control. (Rd 1 - 07:25) Hansen throws a few right hands, but is mainly trying to catch his breath. (Rd 1 - 07:08) Hansen holds Swanson in position with side control and hits a knee into the ribs. (Rd 1 - 06:57) Hansen tries to lock Swanson in a kimura. (Rd 1 - 06:57) Swanson doesn't allow the kimura to be applied. (Rd 1 - 06:28) Swanson tries to move to guard, but Hansen doesn't allow it. (Rd 1 - 06:09) Hansen attempts to armbar Swanson from side control. (Rd 1 - 06:09) Swanson stops Hansen from applying it. (Rd 1 - 05:36) Swanson tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it. (Rd 1 - 05:25) The referee decides that there is a lack of progress being made and stands them back up. (Rd 1 - 05:18) A jab hits home from Swanson and then he lands a big right hand. (Rd 1 - 05:01) A punch from Swanson fails to land. (Rd 1 - 04:57) Seizing the opportunity, Hansen clinches. (Rd 1 - 04:50) Hansen is looking to muscle Swanson back against the ropes. (Rd 1 - 04:50) Hansen can't move Swanson at all though, and finds himself being out-wrestled. (Rd 1 - 04:26) Swanson attempts to wrestle Hansen to the ground. (Rd 1 - 04:26) The takedown doesn't work, Hansen blocked it and then takes control of the grapple. (Rd 1 - 03:58) Hansen uses a nice knee strike from the grapple and catches Swanson to the side of the stomach. (Rd 1 - 03:46) Using his wrestling skills, Hansen is trying to push Swanson up against the ropes. (Rd 1 - 03:46) Hansen manages it and controls Swanson up against the ropes. (Rd 1 - 03:27) Hansen looks to set up a trip takedown. (Rd 1 - 03:27) Hansen can't get Swanson down to the ground. (Rd 1 - 03:11) Dropping down, Hansen secures a leg and starts looking for a takedown. Swanson is left hopping on his other leg, trying to balance. (Rd 1 - 03:11) Hansen drags Swanson to the floor, but gets caught in half guard. (Rd 1 - 02:55) Hansen throws a few right hands to the body. (Rd 1 - 02:31) Swanson tries to get full guard on Hansen but doesn't get anywhere. (Rd 1 - 02:17) Hansen throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move. (Rd 1 - 01:55) Hansen blocks Swanson as he tries a transition to full guard. (Rd 1 - 01:40) Hansen pounds away but is unable to inflict much damage on Swanson. (Rd 1 - 01:22) Hansen blocks an attempted move from half guard to full guard. (Rd 1 - 01:08) Hansen keeps Swanson guessing with a few quick strikes. (Rd 1 - 00:52) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 1 - 00:52) In half guard, Hansen throws a couple of punches designed to keep Swanson guessing. (Rd 1 - 00:26) Hansen blocks an attempted move from half guard to full guard. (Rd 1 - 00:10) Hansen fires away with right hands, but Swanson doesn't take much damage. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out on round one. <div style="text-align:center;">Round 2</div> (Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell and the final round begins! (Rd 2 - 04:52) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 2 - 04:52) Hansen misses a jab but hits a right hand. (Rd 2 - 04:52) Swanson lands a three strike combination that ends with a right cross. (Rd 2 - 04:29) A tentative jab from Hansen lands. (Rd 2 - 04:29) Swanson hits a left hand, but Hansen evades a big right to the body. (Rd 2 - 04:21) Swanson is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit. (Rd 2 - 04:11) Swanson moves in closer, ready to attack. (Rd 2 - 04:11) Swanson lands two jabs, but Hansen avoids a big right. (Rd 2 - 03:50) Swanson steps forward and a striking exchange begins. (Rd 2 - 03:50) Hansen fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect. (Rd 2 - 03:50) Swanson lands a left jab but Hansen avoids a big right. (Rd 2 - 03:28) Swanson steps in and looks to unleash. (Rd 2 - 03:28) Swanson uses a left jab, but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 2 - 03:16) Hansen looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Swanson simply took the initiative first. (Rd 2 - 03:16) Swanson connects with a jab, but the following leg kick misses. (Rd 2 - 03:00) Swanson throws a punch but Hansen was equal to it. (Rd 2 - 02:56) Hansen comes in and grabs Swanson in a clinch. (Rd 2 - 02:50) Hansen gets out-wrestled in the grapple and Swanson takes control. (Rd 2 - 02:39) Swanson attempts to wrestle Hansen to the ground. (Rd 2 - 02:39) The takedown doesn't work, Hansen blocked it and then takes control of the grapple. (Rd 2 - 02:09) Using his wrestling skills, Hansen is trying to push Swanson up against the ropes. (Rd 2 - 02:09) Swanson doesn't let himself be driven back though, and gains a dominant position in the grapple instead. (Rd 2 - 01:40) With control of the clinch, Swanson tries to complete a takedown. (Rd 2 - 01:40) Swanson can't get the takedown as Hansen wrestles his way into a dominant position. (Rd 2 - 01:11) Hansen uses a nice knee strike from the grapple and catches Swanson to the side of the stomach. (Rd 2 - 00:57) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 2 - 00:57) Hansen is trying to muscle Swanson up against the ropes. (Rd 2 - 00:57) He does so and now has Swanson pinned to the ropes. (Rd 2 - 00:38) With Swanson stuck against the ropes, Hansen tries to reap a leg with a sharp sweep in order to trip him to the floor. (Rd 2 - 00:38) Hansen gets side control off a superb outside leg trip! (Rd 2 - 00:20) Hansen pounds away with right hands and Swanson is in big trouble! (Rd 2 - 00:05) Hansen unloads with big right hands, but Swanson is able to deal with most of them. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The time runs out and that round is over, and so is the fight. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The official decisions are being reported now. (Rd 2 - 00:00) All three judges have given Hansen the win. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Joachim 'Hellboy' Hansen wins by unanimous decision! <div style="text-align:center;">Official Result: Joachin Hansen def. Cub Swanson by Unanimous Decision. Lightweight Bout Josh Thomson (16-3-1 NC) vs. Mizuto Hirota (11-3)</div></div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="52401" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Next up, Josh 'The Punk' Thomson (16-3-1 NC, 4-1 PRIDE) against Mizuto Hirota (11-3, 2-2 PRIDE). Marc Goddard will be the referee. Our ringside judges are: Tsumemasa Kawakami, Misaki Naosuke, and Chris Lee. About to fight in front of a home crowd, Hirota unsurprisingly gets a loud ovation from the crowd as he makes his entrance. <div style="text-align:center;">Round 1</div> (Rd 1 - 10:00) The fight begins! (Rd 1 - 09:48) They come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 09:48) Hirota misses a right hook and gets countered with a right cross. (Rd 1 - 09:29) A jab lands from Hirota, but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 1 - 09:05) Thomson hits a tentative left hand. (Rd 1 - 09:05) Hirota throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 1 - 08:46) Hirota hits a left jab and then catches Thomson with a crunching right hook. (Rd 1 - 08:32) They exchange a few strikes but nothing significant lands. (Rd 1 - 08:06) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with. (Rd 1 - 07:41) Hirota closes in on Thomson, looking to unleash some strikes. (Rd 1 - 07:41) Thomson appeared to be going for a takedown, but Hirota took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 07:41) Hirota throws a one-two, but Thomson was equal to it. (Rd 1 - 07:20) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 07:20) Thomson goes to the body with a left kick. (Rd 1 - 07:20) Hirota uses a left jab and also lands a nice right hook. (Rd 1 - 06:57) Thomson had looked like he was angling for a takedown attempt, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 1 - 06:57) Hirota throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow. (Rd 1 - 06:40) Moving forward constantly, Hirota is pressuring Thomson. (Rd 1 - 06:40) Thomson hits a pair of jabs in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 06:40) Hirota can't hit a set-up left jab, but then he hits a nice straight right that lands hard. (Rd 1 - 06:16) Thomson aggressively comes forward, willing to risk getting hit so that he can grapple. (Rd 1 - 06:16) Hirota throws a punch but Thomson avoids it. (Rd 1 - 06:12) Thomson seizes the chance and grabs Hirota into a clinch. (Rd 1 - 06:06) Using his wrestling skills, Thomson is trying to push Hirota up against the ropes. (Rd 1 - 06:06) Hirota ends up backed against the ropes. (Rd 1 - 05:48) Hirota is controlled up against the ropes and takes a hard foot stomp. (Rd 1 - 05:37) Thomson drops down and wraps his arms around his opponent's legs, looking to try and take them down. (Rd 1 - 05:37) Hirota blocks the attempt by keeping a solid base. (Rd 1 - 05:24) With Hirota stuck against the ropes, Thomson tries to complete a takedown by going low and grabbing both legs. (Rd 1 - 05:24) Hirota cannot stop the takedown and gives up side control. (Rd 1 - 05:04) Hirota takes a knee strike to the ribs, but succeeded in unbalancing Thomson enough that there was little power. (Rd 1 - 04:49) Thomson hits a knee strike to the ribs. (Rd 1 - 04:29) Thomson holds Hirota in position with side control and hits a knee into the ribs. (Rd 1 - 04:15) Thomson keeps Hirota guessing with a few quick strikes. (Rd 1 - 03:50) Thomson fires off a few punches as he catches his breath. (Rd 1 - 03:20) Thomson throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead. (Rd 1 - 02:53) Thomson throws a few right hands to the body. (Rd 1 - 02:27) The lengthy period of stalemate results in the referee standing them both back up. (Rd 1 - 02:27) Hirota is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit. (Rd 1 - 02:14) Thomson shoots in for a takedown. (Rd 1 - 02:14) Thomson couldn't complete the single leg, but does end up standing holding a leg while Hirota hops in place on the other. (Rd 1 - 02:14) Thomson uses the position to drive Hirota up against the ropes. (Rd 1 - 01:59) Thomson tries to take Hirota down. (Rd 1 - 01:59) Thomson can't get Hirota down to the ground. (Rd 1 - 01:48) With Hirota stuck against the ropes, Thomson tries to use a trip takedown. (Rd 1 - 01:48) It doesn't work, Hirota defended against it well. (Rd 1 - 01:28) Thomson looks for a takedown by grabbing both his opponent's legs and trying to trip him to the mat. (Rd 1 - 01:28) The takedown is completed, Hirota is on his back and pulls guard. (Rd 1 - 01:11) Thomson looks to pass guard and get side control. (Rd 1 - 01:11) He passes guard but can't secure side control as Hirota starts a scramble for position. (Rd 1 - 00:58) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 1 - 00:58) Thomson ends up having to pull guard, losing out in the scramble. (Rd 1 - 00:44) Hirota throws a few relatively weak right hands. (Rd 1 - 00:27) Thomson grabs his own leg, moving to mission control of rubber guard. (Rd 1 - 00:15) Thomson tries to sweep Hirota from rubber guard but doesn't get anywhere. (Rd 1 - 00:03) Hirota blocks Thomson as he tries a sweep from the rubber guard. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round one. <div style="text-align:center;">Round 2</div> (Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell and the final round begins! (Rd 2 - 04:51) Hirota fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Thomson with a beauty of a straight right. (Rd 2 - 04:37) Hirota comes forward on the attack. (Rd 2 - 04:37) Thomson manages a counter jab. (Rd 2 - 04:37) Hirota throws a two-punch combo but Thomson avoids both. (Rd 2 - 04:23) Thomson lands a couple of weak left hands that barely registered. (Rd 2 - 04:23) A combo that ends with a head kick attempt fails to land for Hirota. (Rd 2 - 04:06) Hirota comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows. (Rd 2 - 04:06) Thomson hit two counter left hands. (Rd 2 - 04:06) Hirota uses a left jab but misses with a vicious right hand. (Rd 2 - 03:52) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 2 - 03:52) Hirota misses a right hook and gets countered with a left jab and a high kick that misses. (Rd 2 - 03:29) Hirota throws a quick punch but doesn't hit. (Rd 2 - 03:24) Thomson takes the chance and grabs Hirota into a clinch. (Rd 2 - 03:17) Thomson tries to wrestle Hirota backward and up against the ropes. (Rd 2 - 03:17) Thomson does it, Hirota is stuck with his back to the ropes. (Rd 2 - 02:58) Thomson stomps down on his opponent's foot. (Rd 2 - 02:46) Thomson looks for a takedown by grabbing both his opponent's legs and trying to trip him to the mat. (Rd 2 - 02:46) Thomson can't get Hirota down to the ground. (Rd 2 - 02:33) With the ropes trapping Hirota, Thomson looks to try and take him down by going low and taking out both legs. (Rd 2 - 02:33) The takedown is successful, Hirota pulls guard. (Rd 2 - 02:17) In guard, Thomson begins working to pass to side control. (Rd 2 - 02:17) Hirota keeps his guard secure. (Rd 2 - 00:52) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 2 - 00:52) Thomson begins trying to pass the guard. (Rd 2 - 00:52) He passes guard but loses his control momentarily and a scramble begins. (Rd 2 - 00:40) The scramble leaves Hirota on his back pulling half guard. (Rd 2 - 00:22) Thomson pounds away with punches but does minimal damage. (Rd 2 - 00:07) Thomson unloads with some right hands, but Hirota deals with them comfortably. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The time runs out and that round is over, and so is the fight. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The official decisions are being reported now. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Tsumemasa Kawakami has called it a victory for Hirota. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Misaki Naosuke has called it a victory for Thomson. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Chris Lee has given Hirota the win. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Mizuto Hirota wins by split decision! <div style="text-align:center;">Official Result: Mizuto Hirota def. Josh Thomson by Split Decision. Heavyweight Bout Heath Herring (29-13-1 NC) vs. Gilbert Yvel (33-16-1-1 NC)</div></div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="52401" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Another match is about to begin; 'The Texas Crazy Horse' Heath Herring (29-13-1 NC, 12-6 PRIDE) taking on Gilbert 'The Hurricane' Yvel (33-16-1-1 NC, 4-11-1 NC PRIDE). The referee is Mario Yamasaki. The judges for this bout are: Tsumemasa Kawakami, Misaki Naosuke, and Chris Lee. <div style="text-align:center;">Round 1</div> (Rd 1 - 10:00) There's the opening bell! (Rd 1 - 09:49) Herring may have been setting up to shoot, but Yvel aggressively took the initiative. (Rd 1 - 09:49) A jab lands from Yvel, but Herring dodges the roundhouse body kick that comes next. (Rd 1 - 09:28) Yvel throws a hook to the body, but Herring steps back to avoid it. (Rd 1 - 09:15) Yvel moves in closer, ready to attack. (Rd 1 - 09:15) Herring looked like he was going to shoot, but Yvel simply took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 09:15) A jab lands from Yvel, but misses with a right body kick. (Rd 1 - 08:51) A jab hits home from Yvel and then he hits Herring with a leg kick. (Rd 1 - 08:31) Herring comes in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 1 - 08:31) Herring gets a single leg takedown! Yvel pulls guard off it. (Rd 1 - 08:15) Herring keeps Yvel guessing with a few quick strikes. (Rd 1 - 07:54) In guard, Herring begins working to pass to side control. (Rd 1 - 07:54) He passes, but only to half guard. (Rd 1 - 06:51) In half guard, Herring begins working to get side control. (Rd 1 - 06:51) He gets past half guard, gaining side control. (Rd 1 - 06:14) Herring hits a vicious knee strike to the ribs! (Rd 1 - 05:58) Herring looks to get a mount. (Rd 1 - 05:58) He doesn't get the mount, but only because Yvel rolled over and gave up his back instead. (Rd 1 - 05:37) Herring tries to finish Yvel off with a rear naked choke. (Rd 1 - 05:37) Yvel fights off the rear naked choke attempt. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Herring blocks an attempt to roll him off of the back. (Rd 1 - 04:48) Yvel is in huge trouble now, as Herring successfully gets both hooks in. (Rd 1 - 04:30) Herring attempts to complete a rear naked choke, having both hooks fully in. (Rd 1 - 04:30) Herring flattens Yvel out with the rear naked choke in deep and forces the tap! (Rd 1 - 04:02) The winner, by submission, is 'The Texas Crazy Horse' Heath Herring! <div style="text-align:center;">Official Result: Heath Herring def. Gilbert Yvel by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 5:58 of Round 1. Middleweight Bout Vitor Belfort (19-10) vs. Melvin Manhoef (19-7-1)</div></div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="52401" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Moving on, Vitor 'The Phenom' Belfort (19-10, 9-5 PRIDE) goes head to head with Melvin Manhoef (19-7-1, 2-4 PRIDE). Marc Goddard is the referee for this fight. The judges for this bout are: Chris Lee, Tony Weeks, and Kanagi Fujimaro. Both fighters came in at the same weight at yesterday's weigh ins, but Belfort clearly has a significant weight advantage now. <div style="text-align:center;">Round 1</div> (Rd 1 - 10:00) We are underway! (Rd 1 - 09:47) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 1 - 09:47) Belfort slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a right jab and a left head kick that did damage. (Rd 1 - 09:38) Manhoef almost falls over as he backs off...that last shot may have genuinely rocked him! (Rd 1 - 09:38) A vicious left hand from Belfort drops Manhoef! He is knocked out! (Rd 1 - 09:25) The winner, by knock out, is Vitor 'The Phenom' Belfort! <div style="text-align:center;">Official Result: Vitor Belfort def. Melvin Manhoef by KO (Punch) in 0:35 of Round 1. Welterweight Bout Carlos Condit (23-5) vs. Kazuo Misaki (22-11-2)</div></div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="52401" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>In the last of the preliminary fights, 'The Natural Born Killer' Carlos Condit (23-5, 3-1 PRIDE) takes on Kazuo 'The Hitman' Misaki (22-11-2, 8-7 PRIDE) in the PRIDE Welterweight division. Marc Goddard will be the referee. Our ringside judges are: Tsumemasa Kawakami, Misaki Naosuke, and Chris Lee. Misaki gets a good reaction from the fans as he enters the arena, he's fighting in front of a home crowd tonight. <div style="text-align:center;">Round 1</div> (Rd 1 - 10:00) And here we go! (Rd 1 - 10:00) The fighters touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 09:48) Misaki, backing off, hits a weak left hand. (Rd 1 - 09:48) A jab hits home from Condit and then he scores with a leg kick. (Rd 1 - 09:30) Condit connects with two left jabs, but Misaki evades a big right punch. (Rd 1 - 09:08) Condit lands a left jab, but his big right hand follow-up misses. (Rd 1 - 08:45) Condit connects with two left hands and then scores with a right roundhouse kick to the ribs. (Rd 1 - 08:18) Misaki isn't rushing in, worried about potentially getting hit if he gets close enough to grapple. (Rd 1 - 08:18) Condit connects with a nice jab and then catches Misaki with a crunching right hook. (Rd 1 - 08:00) Condit moves in closer, looking to open up and attack. (Rd 1 - 08:00) A punch from Condit fails to land. (Rd 1 - 07:40) Misaki isn't rushing in, worried about potentially getting hit if he gets close enough to grapple. (Rd 1 - 07:40) Condit can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 1 - 07:20) A jab is wide from Condit, but then he hits Misaki with a leg kick. (Rd 1 - 07:00) Condit can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits a scything kick to the legs of Misaki. (Rd 1 - 06:41) A combo that ends with a kick to the legs fails to land for Condit. (Rd 1 - 06:41) Misaki was ready and manages to catch the kick! (Rd 1 - 06:30) Seeing his opportunity, Misaki tries to put Condit on the mat. (Rd 1 - 06:30) Misaki can't get Condit down and loses control of the leg in the process. (Rd 1 - 06:01) Condit lands two jabs, but can't connect with a spinning back kick. (Rd 1 - 05:44) Condit lands a jab and then hits Misaki with a leg kick. (Rd 1 - 05:24) Two jabs hit home from Condit and then he catches Misaki with a crunching right hook. (Rd 1 - 04:57) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 1 - 04:57) Condit steps in and looks to unleash. (Rd 1 - 04:57) Condit throws a quick punch but doesn't land. (Rd 1 - 04:53) Limping slightly, Misaki is definitely starting to feel the damage to his legs. (Rd 1 - 04:45) Condit confidently comes in closer. (Rd 1 - 04:45) Condit hits two left jabs and then scores with a right cross that landed hard. (Rd 1 - 04:21) Condit confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes. (Rd 1 - 04:21) A tentative jab from Misaki lands. (Rd 1 - 04:21) Condit lands a left hand and then hits Misaki with a leg kick. (Rd 1 - 04:00) A jab hits home from Condit and then he scores with a right cross that landed hard. (Rd 1 - 03:53) Condit is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now. (Rd 1 - 03:47) Misaki hits two quick jabs, but they had no power at all behind them. (Rd 1 - 03:47) Condit can't connect with a jab, but then lands a spinning back kick to the chest. (Rd 1 - 03:29) Condit lands a jab and then hits Misaki with a spinning kick to the body. (Rd 1 - 03:12) Misaki moves in and out of range, hoping to tempt his opponent into a reckless strike and leave an opening to start grappling. (Rd 1 - 03:12) Condit misses all the strikes in a combo that ended with a low kick attempt to the legs. (Rd 1 - 03:06) Misaki takes the chance and grabs Condit into a clinch. (Rd 1 - 02:58) Misaki looks to take Condit down with a trip. (Rd 1 - 02:58) Condit blocks the attempt by keeping a solid base. (Rd 1 - 02:43) With control of the clinch, Misaki tries to complete a takedown. (Rd 1 - 02:43) It's unsuccessful, Condit maintained a good solid base. (Rd 1 - 02:25) Misaki separates from Condit and we're back to a stand-off. (Rd 1 - 02:00) A jab lands from Condit, but Misaki avoids the low kick that it set up. (Rd 1 - 01:38) Misaki hits two quick jabs, but they had no power at all behind them. (Rd 1 - 01:38) A combo that ends with a kick to the legs fails to land for Condit. (Rd 1 - 01:25) Misaki clearly respects his opponent's striking as he is very wary about getting close enough to grapple. (Rd 1 - 01:25) Condit lands two left hands and then hits Misaki with a body kick. (Rd 1 - 01:02) Condit hits a left jab and then hits a nice straight right that lands hard. (Rd 1 - 00:55) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left. (Rd 1 - 00:47) Condit connects with a nice jab and then lands a roundhouse kick to the body. (Rd 1 - 00:24) A jab hits home from Condit and then he scores with a leg kick. (Rd 1 - 00:06) Condit can't hit a set-up left jab, but then catches Misaki with a low kick to the front leg. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round one. <div style="text-align:center;">Round 2</div> (Rd 2 - 05:00) It's the final round and we are back underway! (Rd 2 - 05:00) Misaki is limping noticeably. (Rd 2 - 04:48) Two jabs hit home from Condit and then he hits Misaki with a beauty of a straight right. (Rd 2 - 04:19) Misaki wants to grapple but is clearly wary of his opponent's striking. (Rd 2 - 04:19) Condit lands a left jab, but Misaki dodges the roundhouse body kick that comes next. (Rd 2 - 04:06) A little fatigue may be creeping in, Condit is starting to move noticeably more slowly now. (Rd 2 - 03:53) Condit can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a leg kick. (Rd 2 - 03:41) There's a takedown attempt from Misaki. (Rd 2 - 03:41) Condit almost stops the takedown but is left hopping on one leg while Misaki holds the other. (Rd 2 - 03:41) Misaki drives Condit up against the ropes. (Rd 2 - 03:16) With the ropes trapping Condit, Misaki looks to try and take him down by going low and taking out both legs. (Rd 2 - 03:16) Condit stops the takedown attempt, then uses his wrestling to take control of the grapple and put Misaki against the ropes. (Rd 2 - 02:58) Misaki is controlled up against the ropes and takes a few right hands via some dirty boxing. (Rd 2 - 02:42) Condit hits Misaki, who is pressed up against the ropes, with a nice short uppercut. (Rd 2 - 02:26) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 2 - 02:26) Condit tries to dirty box Misaki, but he wrestles free and circles back to the center. (Rd 2 - 02:05) Condit closes in on Misaki, looking to unleash some strikes. (Rd 2 - 02:05) Misaki had looked like he was angling for a takedown attempt, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 2 - 02:05) Condit connects with a nice jab and then lands a spinning back kick to the chest. (Rd 2 - 01:57) Condit is breathing very hard. (Rd 2 - 01:57) Misaki has an obvious limp as he circles. (Rd 2 - 01:44) Misaki appeared to be going for a takedown, but Condit took the initiative first. (Rd 2 - 01:44) Condit can't connect with a jab, but then hits Misaki with a beauty of a straight right. (Rd 2 - 01:29) Misaki had looked like he was angling for a takedown attempt, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 2 - 01:29) A jab lands from Condit, but Misaki avoids a big right. (Rd 2 - 01:11) Condit can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then scores with a right cross. (Rd 2 - 00:58) We have one minute of the round remaining. (Rd 2 - 00:58) Condit hits a left hand, but Misaki then dodges the spin kick that follows. (Rd 2 - 00:39) Misaki appeared to be going for a takedown, but Condit took the initiative first. (Rd 2 - 00:39) A combo that ends with a spinning back kick fails to land for Condit. (Rd 2 - 00:26) Misaki has an obvious limp as he circles. (Rd 2 - 00:19) Condit confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes. (Rd 2 - 00:19) A jab hits home from Condit and then he hits Misaki with a leg kick. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The fight comes to an end as the time limit expires. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The ring announcer is now giving the official decisions. (Rd 2 - 00:00) All three judges have given Condit the win. (Rd 2 - 00:00) So the winner, by unanimous decision, is 'The Natural Born Killer' Carlos Condit! <div style="text-align:center;">Official Result: Carlos Condit def. Kazuo Misaki by Unanimous Decision <div style="text-align:center;">Main Card</div> Featherweight Bout Miguel Angel Torres (35-1) vs. Jose Aldo (13-1)</div></div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="52401" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>The first of the main fights is Miguel Angel Torres (35-1, 0-0 PRIDE) competing against Jose Aldo (13-1, 1-0 PRIDE). The referee is Marc Goddard. The judges for this bout are: Misaki Naosuke, Chris Lee, and Tony Weeks. <div style="text-align:center;">Round 1</div> (Rd 1 - 10:00) Round one begins! (Rd 1 - 10:00) They touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 09:46) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging. (Rd 1 - 09:24) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 1 - 09:24) Aldo counters a right hand with a jab and a kick to the lead leg. (Rd 1 - 09:10) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot. (Rd 1 - 08:36) There's an exchange of strikes at relatively close range but nothing really lands. (Rd 1 - 08:16) Aldo comes forward looking to force a striking exchange. (Rd 1 - 08:16) Torres hits a jab in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 08:16) Aldo comes in with a flurry of three quick punches, landing all of them, and then he catches Torres with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 07:49) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 07:49) Aldo counters a right hand with a left jab and a big right hand that just misses. (Rd 1 - 07:33) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 1 - 07:33) Aldo is well off-target with a high kick and that leaves him wide open. Torres attacks with a kick to the lead leg. (Rd 1 - 07:12) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 1 - 07:12) Torres misses a right hook and gets countered with a massive right hook to the jaw! (Rd 1 - 07:05) He's down! Torres falls to the floor! (Rd 1 - 07:05) Without hesitation, Aldo goes to finish Torres off with stomps and kicks! (Rd 1 - 07:05) Torres is back up too fast though. (Rd 1 - 06:39) They come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 06:39) Aldo hits a jab but has a right hook blocked. (Rd 1 - 06:39) Torres is off-target with a jab but hits a right hand. (Rd 1 - 06:25) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage. (Rd 1 - 05:59) Aldo comes forward to attack. (Rd 1 - 05:59) Torres fires off a counter jab but doesn't connect. (Rd 1 - 05:59) Aldo fails to land any of the strikes in a combo that ended with an attempted head kick. (Rd 1 - 05:52) Torres acknowledges some instructions from his corner with a curt nod of the head and returns his full attention to the fight. (Rd 1 - 05:41) They come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 05:41) Aldo is well off-target with a high kick and that leaves him wide open. Torres attacks with a jab and a right hook. (Rd 1 - 05:25) They come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 05:25) Aldo counters a right hand with a quick left jab and a low kick that doesn't connect. (Rd 1 - 05:03) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 1 - 05:03) Both fighters throw but neither can land a shot. (Rd 1 - 05:03) Torres finds his right cross blocked. (Rd 1 - 05:03) Aldo is well off target with a head kick. (Rd 1 - 04:57) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 1 - 04:44) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 1 - 04:44) Torres uses a left jab but has a right hand blocked. (Rd 1 - 04:44) Aldo uses a left jab and also scores with a great right hook. (Rd 1 - 04:29) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 04:29) Aldo scores with two punches out of a flurry but only finds gloves with a right hand. (Rd 1 - 04:29) Torres hits a good right hand. (Rd 1 - 04:07) Aldo steps in and looks to unleash. (Rd 1 - 04:07) Torres appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Aldo took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 04:07) Aldo fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Torres with a beauty of a straight right. (Rd 1 - 04:04) Aldo is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit. (Rd 1 - 03:56) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 1 - 03:56) Aldo misses a jab and also can't make contact on a right head kick. (Rd 1 - 03:56) Aldo shows his good head movement, bobbing and weaving his way past two punches. (Rd 1 - 03:37) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 03:37) Torres finds a way past his opponent's guard and lands a sharp one-two. (Rd 1 - 03:37) Aldo misses a jab but connects cleanly with a right hand. (Rd 1 - 03:13) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 1 - 03:13) Torres misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Aldo to attack with a good right hand. (Rd 1 - 02:54) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 1 - 02:54) Aldo counters a right hand with a few quick jabs that are followed by a spin kick. (Rd 1 - 02:29) Aldo doesn't trouble his opponent with a combination ending in a low kick to the legs. (Rd 1 - 02:24) Torres comes in and grabs Aldo in a clinch. (Rd 1 - 02:16) Torres is looking to muscle Aldo back against the ropes. (Rd 1 - 02:16) Torres can't do it though, and Aldo gets a more dominant position in the grapple instead. (Rd 1 - 01:51) Aldo grabs an arm and tries and pull Torres down to the ground into his guard. (Rd 1 - 01:51) Torres cannot prevent it, and is sucked into the guard. (Rd 1 - 01:36) Aldo tries to ensnare an arm. (Rd 1 - 01:36) Torres fends off Aldo, and doesn't give up an arm. (Rd 1 - 00:56) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 1 - 00:56) Torres looks to get past the guard. (Rd 1 - 00:56) Aldo tries to counter the pass attempt, and they find themselves scrambling for position. (Rd 1 - 00:45) Aldo ends up in guard. (Rd 1 - 00:26) Aldo pounds away, but Torres isn't troubled by the strikes. (Rd 1 - 00:26) Aldo gets pushed back, and is left standing in front of Torres, no longer in guard. (Rd 1 - 00:07) Torres keeps Aldo back with an up-kick. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round one. <div style="text-align:center;">Round 2</div> (Rd 2 - 05:00) It's the final round and we are back underway! (Rd 2 - 04:46) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 04:46) Torres misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Aldo attacks with a left jab and a leg kick that narrowly misses the target. (Rd 2 - 04:31) They come together and strike but neither fighter does any damage. (Rd 2 - 04:21) Aldo appears to be feeling a little fatigue for the first time in this fight, his hands are starting to lower just a fraction. (Rd 2 - 04:15) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 04:15) Torres lands a one-two. (Rd 2 - 04:15) Aldo drives a kick into the thigh area. (Rd 2 - 03:54) They stand and trade in the center of the ring but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage. (Rd 2 - 03:31) Both fighters come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 03:31) Aldo misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a good right hook. (Rd 2 - 03:22) Torres is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy. (Rd 2 - 03:07) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot. (Rd 2 - 02:38) They come together and strike. (Rd 2 - 02:38) Aldo hits a left cross. Torres uses a left jab but misses a right hook. (Rd 2 - 02:29) We are now at the halfway point of the round. (Rd 2 - 02:24) Both fighters step in to strike. (Rd 2 - 02:24) Torres misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a left jab and a low kick. (Rd 2 - 02:17) Torres grabs Aldo, who looks shattered, and pulls him into a clinch. (Rd 2 - 02:17) Aldo looks to set up a trip takedown. (Rd 2 - 02:17) Torres blocks the attempt by keeping a solid base. (Rd 2 - 02:06) Aldo is looking really tired. (Rd 2 - 02:06) Aldo attempts a leg-sweep trip to put Torres on the ground. (Rd 2 - 02:06) It's unsuccessful, Torres maintained a good solid base. (Rd 2 - 01:52) Torres manages to wrestle his way into a dominant position in the grapple. (Rd 2 - 01:37) Torres is trying to muscle Aldo up against the ropes. (Rd 2 - 01:37) Torres can't move Aldo at all though, and finds himself being out-wrestled. (Rd 2 - 01:07) Aldo seems to initiate a break, and the two fighters step apart. (Rd 2 - 00:56) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 2 - 00:56) Torres is limping a little from the damage he has taken to his legs. (Rd 2 - 00:42) Aldo fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits a nice straight right. (Rd 2 - 00:20) A jab hits home from Aldo and then he hits a nice right hook to the ribs. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The time expires on round two, and that is the end of the fight. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Here come the official decisions. (Rd 2 - 00:00) All three judges have given Aldo the win. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Jose Aldo is the winner by unanimous decision! <div style="text-align:center;">Official Result: Jose Aldo def. Miguel Angel Torres by Unanimous Decision. Lightweight Bout Takanori Gomi (29-6-1 NC) vs. Marcus Aurelio (14-6)</div></div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="52401" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Next up is a match in which 'The Fireball Kid' Takanori Gomi (29-6-1 NC, 15-4-1 NC PRIDE) goes up against Marcus 'Maximus' Aurelio (14-6, 3-4 PRIDE). Mario Yamasaki will be the referee. Our ringside judges are: Tsumemasa Kawakami, Misaki Naosuke, and Chris Lee. About to fight in front of a home crowd, Gomi unsurprisingly gets a loud ovation from the crowd as he makes his entrance. <div style="text-align:center;">Round 1</div> (Rd 1 - 10:00) There's the opening bell! (Rd 1 - 09:54) Gomi closes the distance, obviously looking to strike. (Rd 1 - 09:54) Gomi connects with a nice jab and then scores with a left cross that landed hard. (Rd 1 - 09:44) Aurelio immediately backs up against the ropes and covers up! I think that last strike may have really rocked him! (Rd 1 - 09:44) A big left hand catches Aurelio flush and snaps his head back! (Rd 1 - 09:38) Aurelio eats a left hook and is barely able to stand anymore! The ropes is the only reason he is still upright! (Rd 1 - 09:38) The referee has seen enough and jumps in to stop the fight! Aurelio wasn't offering enough intelligent defence. (Rd 1 - 09:38) I think the referee should have been quicker to react, Aurelio took more shots than necessary. (Rd 1 - 09:32) Takanori Gomi takes the victory by way of TKO! <div style="text-align:center;">Official Result: Takanori Gomi def. Marcus Aurelio by TKO (Strikes) in 0:28 of Round 1. Welterweight Bout Robbie Lawler (16-4) vs. Yuki Kondo (50-21-6)</div></div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="52401" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Moving on to the next match, in which 'Ruthless' Robbie Lawler (16-4, 1-0 PRIDE) competes against Yuki Kondo (50-21-6, 5-8 PRIDE). The referee is Mario Yamasaki. Our ringside judges are: Chris Lee, Tony Weeks, and Kanagi Fujimaro. <div style="text-align:center;">Round 1</div> (Rd 1 - 10:00) We are underway! (Rd 1 - 10:00) The two fighters touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 09:53) Moving forward constantly, Lawler is pressuring Kondo. (Rd 1 - 09:53) Kondo lands a left hand in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 09:53) Kondo buys a feint and is left open. (Rd 1 - 09:53) A jab is wide from Lawler, but then he hits Kondo with a high right head kick. (Rd 1 - 09:34) Lawler comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows. (Rd 1 - 09:34) Kondo manages a counter jab. (Rd 1 - 09:34) Lawler connects with a nice jab and then he scores with a right cross that landed hard. (Rd 1 - 09:06) Kondo hits a tentative left hand. (Rd 1 - 09:06) Lawler hits a left jab and then lands a vicious right cross! (Rd 1 - 09:06) That shot may have caused a broken nose, there is blood all over the face of Kondo. (Rd 1 - 09:06) A smashed nose is going to force him to breathe through the mouth and will tire him out quicker. (Rd 1 - 09:06) Kondo hits the floor, he has been knocked out! (Rd 1 - 08:56) The winner, by knock out, is 'Ruthless' Robbie Lawler! <div style="text-align:center;">Official Result: Robbie Lawler def. Yuki Kondo by KO (Punch) in 1:04 of Round 1. Heavyweight Bout Josh Barnett (27-7) vs. Andrei Arlovski (15-7)</div></div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="52401" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Moving on, 'The Warmaster' Josh Barnett (27-7, 9-6 PRIDE) battles Andrei 'The Pitbull' Arlovski (15-7, 2-2 PRIDE). Marc Goddard is the referee for this fight. The judges for this bout are: Kanagi Fujimaro, Tsumemasa Kawakami, and Misaki Naosuke. <div style="text-align:center;">Round 1</div> (Rd 1 - 10:00) We are underway! (Rd 1 - 10:00) Neither fighter offers up the usual touch of gloves. (Rd 1 - 09:50) They come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 09:50) Arlovski lands a one-two. Barnett lands a left jab but doesn't find the mark with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 09:50) It looks like Barnett has been cut across the forehead by a strike. (Rd 1 - 09:30) Barnett appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Arlovski took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 09:30) Arlovski can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then lands a vicious right cross! (Rd 1 - 09:30) Barnett is out! It's all over! (Rd 1 - 09:26) The winner, by knock out; Andrei Arlovski! <div style="text-align:center;">Official Result: Andrei Arlovski def. Josh Barnett by KO (Punch) in 0:34 of Round 1. Middleweight Bout Mauricio Rua (17-3) vs. Ricardo Arona (17-6)</div></div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="52401" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Next up, Mauricio 'Shogun' Rua (17-3, 13-1 PRIDE) battling 'The Brazilian Tiger' Ricardo Arona (17-6, 12-5 PRIDE). Refereeing this bout will be Yuji Shimada. Our judges are: Tsumemasa Kawakami, Misaki Naosuke, and Chris Lee. <div style="text-align:center;">Round 1</div> (Rd 1 - 10:00) There's the opening bell! (Rd 1 - 09:55) Rua uses a left jab, but Arona avoids a big right. (Rd 1 - 09:34) Rua moves in and clinches. (Rd 1 - 09:20) Rua is looking to get Arona in a Muay Thai clinch. (Rd 1 - 09:20) Arona can't fight it off and ends up caught. (Rd 1 - 09:09) Using the clinch, Rua drives a knee into the chest of Arona, but didn't get much force behind it. (Rd 1 - 08:50) Rua loses the Muay Thai clinch after a knee strike misses and gives Arona the opportunity to wrestle free. (Rd 1 - 07:56) Seeing his opponent about to shoot in, Rua timed it well and moved in to start a clinch. (Rd 1 - 07:42) Rua is trying to force Arona into a Muay Thai clinch. (Rd 1 - 07:42) Arona out-wrestles him though, and gets himself into a better position in the grapple. (Rd 1 - 07:16) Arona tries to wrestle Rua backward and up against the ropes. (Rd 1 - 07:16) Rua ends up backed against the ropes. (Rd 1 - 06:56) Rua is trapped up against the ropes. (Rd 1 - 06:56) They remain up against the ropes for the next thirty seconds, posturing and throwing occasional short-range punches to the body. (Rd 1 - 06:17) Rua is pressed up against the ropes and simply can't break the control that Arona has over him. (Rd 1 - 06:17) They spend the next half a minute in that position, hitting each other with short punches to the body and side of the head. (Rd 1 - 05:45) With the ropes trapping Rua, Arona looks for a trip takedown by sweeping a leg. (Rd 1 - 05:45) The trip doesn't work, Rua blocked it and then turns it so that Arona is the one against the ropes. (Rd 1 - 05:28) Rua is aiming to get Arona into a Muay Thai clinch. (Rd 1 - 05:28) Arona doesn't let himself get caught in the clinch. (Rd 1 - 05:17) Rua tries to take Arona down. (Rd 1 - 05:17) The takedown is successful, Arona pulls guard. (Rd 1 - 04:57) We pass the halfway mark of this round. (Rd 1 - 04:57) Rua throws a few strikes, but they are without venom. (Rd 1 - 04:39) Rua blocks an attempted sweep. (Rd 1 - 04:24) Rua fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:07) Rua fires off some rights, but Arona isn't troubled by them. (Rd 1 - 03:54) Rua doesn't allow Arona to lock him up with double underhooks. (Rd 1 - 03:47) Rua throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead. (Rd 1 - 03:21) Rua gets pulled in tight, stopping him from posturing up or launching any attacks. (Rd 1 - 02:53) Rua keeps Arona guessing with a few quick strikes. (Rd 1 - 02:36) Arona tries to sweep Rua but can't do it. (Rd 1 - 02:24) Rua keeps Arona guessing with a few quick strikes. (Rd 1 - 01:56) Arona applies double underhooks and keeps Rua from launching any attacks. (Rd 1 - 01:29) The lack of progress forces referee Yuji Shimada to stand the fighters back up. (Rd 1 - 01:19) A jab hits home from Rua and then he lands a right hand. (Rd 1 - 01:03) Rua moves in and clinches. (Rd 1 - 00:45) Rua is trying to lock Arona into a Muay Thai clinch. (Rd 1 - 00:45) Arona can't fight it off and ends up caught. (Rd 1 - 00:25) Arona blocks a knee strike, but cannot get free of the Muay Thai clinch. (Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires. <div style="text-align:center;">Round 2</div> (Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the final round! (Rd 2 - 04:48) Rua moves in and clinches. (Rd 2 - 04:30) Rua is trying to force Arona into a Muay Thai clinch. (Rd 2 - 04:30) Rua doesn't manage it though, as Arona slips out of the grapple and gets away. (Rd 2 - 04:10) Rua is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now. (Rd 2 - 03:56) Rua steps in and grapples with his opponent. (Rd 2 - 03:39) Rua is trying to force Arona into a Muay Thai clinch. (Rd 2 - 03:39) Rua can't get it, and Arona muscles his way into a better position. (Rd 2 - 03:27) Arona attempts a trip to put Rua on the ground. (Rd 2 - 03:27) Arona uses a nice inside leg trip and Rua is forced to pull guard! (Rd 2 - 03:15) Time slips away as Arona successfully keeps Rua stuck against the ground. (Rd 2 - 02:45) Time slips away as Arona successfully keeps Rua stuck against the ground. (Rd 2 - 02:19) Arona throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead. (Rd 2 - 01:58) Rua tries to pull Arona in close and pepper him with short strikes, but can't. (Rd 2 - 01:39) The clock runs down as Rua is being smothered against the ground by Arona. (Rd 2 - 01:08) Arona keeps Rua guessing with a few quick strikes. (Rd 2 - 00:47) Arona deflects a couple of punches that Rua threw from below. (Rd 2 - 00:36) Referee Yuji Shimada decides that there is a lack of progress being made and stands them back up. (Rd 2 - 00:36) Taking a few gulps of breath, Arona is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch. (Rd 2 - 00:26) Rua confidently comes in closer. (Rd 2 - 00:26) Arona looked like he was going to shoot, but Rua simply took the initiative first. (Rd 2 - 00:26) Rua can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits Arona with a beauty of a straight right. (Rd 2 - 00:06) Arona shoots in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 2 - 00:06) Arona gets hold of a leg but Rua remains standing, hopping on the other foot. (Rd 2 - 00:06) Arona uses the position to drive Rua up against the ropes. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The fight comes to an end as the time limit expires. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The official decisions are being reported now. (Rd 2 - 00:00) All three judges give the result in favour of Rua. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Mauricio 'Shogun' Rua is the winner by unanimous decision! <div style="text-align:center;">Official Result: Mauricio Rua def. Ricardo Arona by Unanimous Decision. Lightweight Championship Bout © Norifumi Yamamoto (21-2-1 NC) vs. Vitor Ribeiro (23-2)</div></div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="52401" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Another match is about to begin; Norifumi 'Kid' Yamamoto (21-2-1 NC, 6-1 PRIDE) battling Vitor 'Shaolin' Ribeiro (23-2, 5-1 PRIDE). This fight is for the PRIDE Lightweight title. Yuji Shimada will be the referee. The judges are: Tony Weeks, Kanagi Fujimaro, and Tsumemasa Kawakami. There's a roar from the crowd as Yamamoto enters, he is from around here. <div style="text-align:center;">Round 1</div> (Rd 1 - 10:00) We are underway! (Rd 1 - 09:49) Yamamoto looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike. (Rd 1 - 09:49) Yamamoto lands a right jab, but finds nothing but air with a big left. (Rd 1 - 09:37) Shaolin chooses to shoot in on Yamamoto. (Rd 1 - 09:37) The takedown is successful, it's a single leg that leaves Yamamoto pulling guard. (Rd 1 - 09:23) Shaolin pounds away with rights but fails to land any significant blows. (Rd 1 - 09:11) Yamamoto tries to pull Shaolin in close and pepper him with short strikes, but can't. (Rd 1 - 08:58) Shaolin keeps Yamamoto guessing with a few quick strikes. (Rd 1 - 08:41) Yamamoto throws out some punches, but Shaolin leans back to avoid them. (Rd 1 - 08:27) In guard, Shaolin begins working to pass to side control. (Rd 1 - 08:27) The pass attempt results in a scramble for position as Yamamoto tries to get back up. (Rd 1 - 08:12) The scramble somehow results in Yamamoto underneath Shaolin in north-south position. (Rd 1 - 07:55) Shaolin attempts to set up a north-south choke. (Rd 1 - 07:55) Shaolin can't get the choke, but does stop Yamamoto from scrambling by securing side control. (Rd 1 - 07:37) Shaolin punches down at Yamamoto, but they are easily taken on the gloves. (Rd 1 - 07:17) Yamamoto tries to move to guard, but Shaolin doesn't allow it. (Rd 1 - 07:02) Shaolin throws a few right hands to the body. (Rd 1 - 06:46) Shaolin throws a few right hands to the body. (Rd 1 - 06:25) Shaolin blocks an attempt to pull guard. (Rd 1 - 06:08) In side control, Shaolin throws a couple of punches designed to keep Yamamoto guessing. (Rd 1 - 05:49) Shaolin begins trying to get himself into a mount. (Rd 1 - 05:49) Advancing his position, he gets mount. (Rd 1 - 05:25) Shaolin tries to lock Yamamoto in an armbar. (Rd 1 - 05:25) Yamamoto does excellently, defending the armbar and using it to get on top in side control. (Rd 1 - 04:55) We move into the second half of this round. (Rd 1 - 04:55) Yamamoto pounds away with left hands, but doesn't do much damage. (Rd 1 - 04:35) Shaolin does well to transition to full guard. (Rd 1 - 04:16) Yamamoto throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can think. (Rd 1 - 03:51) Yamamoto fires off a few punches. (Rd 1 - 03:33) Shaolin pulls Yamamoto close and scores with a couple of short punches to the side of his head. (Rd 1 - 03:20) In guard, Yamamoto throws a couple of punches designed to keep Shaolin guessing. (Rd 1 - 02:56) Yamamoto blocks an attempted sweep. (Rd 1 - 02:45) Yamamoto fires away with punches, but Shaolin doesn't take any undue damage. (Rd 1 - 02:45) Shaolin pushes Yamamoto away while defending the strikes, right out of guard. (Rd 1 - 02:33) Yamamoto hits a kick, but can do nothing to stop Shaolin getting back to his feet. (Rd 1 - 02:01) Yamamoto aggressively moves in and grapples with Shaolin. (Rd 1 - 01:42) Yamamoto catches Shaolin with a knee strike to the body from the grapple. (Rd 1 - 01:24) Yamamoto tries to pick Shaolin up for a slam. (Rd 1 - 01:24) He can't get it though, Shaolin defends it and pulls away from the grapple entirely. (Rd 1 - 00:50) Shaolin chooses to shoot in on Yamamoto. (Rd 1 - 00:50) Shaolin gets a single leg takedown! Yamamoto pulls guard off it. (Rd 1 - 00:37) Shaolin is trying to pass guard. (Rd 1 - 00:37) Yamamoto tries to counter the pass attempt, and they find themselves scrambling for position. (Rd 1 - 00:25) Shaolin manages to come out on top, with Yamamoto pulling guard. (Rd 1 - 00:06) Shaolin pounds away, but Yamamoto calmly deals with them. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round one. <div style="text-align:center;">Round 2</div> (Rd 2 - 05:00) And here we go, round two! (Rd 2 - 04:50) Shaolin shoots in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 2 - 04:50) The takedown is completed, Yamamoto is on his back and pulls guard. (Rd 2 - 04:41) Shaolin tries to pass the guard. (Rd 2 - 04:41) Yamamoto can't block the pass, and is left pulling half guard. (Rd 2 - 04:14) Shaolin begins trying to get his leg free of half guard and get a better position. (Rd 2 - 04:14) Yamamoto can do nothing about the pass, and gets mounted. (Rd 2 - 03:45) Shaolin tries to lock Yamamoto in an armbar. (Rd 2 - 03:45) Showing good defence, Yamamoto stacks up Shaolin to defend the armbar, and eventually works to getting side control. (Rd 2 - 03:27) Yamamoto tries to lock Shaolin into a kimura. (Rd 2 - 03:27) Shaolin doesn't allow the kimura to be applied. (Rd 2 - 02:57) Yamamoto blocks an attempt to pull guard. (Rd 2 - 02:39) Yamamoto fires away with punches, but Shaolin doesn't take any undue damage. (Rd 2 - 02:21) Shaolin brings his legs in to trap Yamamoto in half guard. (Rd 2 - 02:06) Yamamoto looks to pass half guard and get side control. (Rd 2 - 02:06) Shaolin fights the attempt off, and they wind up scrambling for position. (Rd 2 - 01:52) The scramble leaves Yamamoto turtled up with Shaolin behind. (Rd 2 - 01:41) Shaolin fires away with punches, but Yamamoto doesn't take any undue damage. (Rd 2 - 01:22) Shaolin is too slow to stop Yamamoto getting back up, but does get back control. (Rd 2 - 01:13) Controlling Yamamoto from behind, Shaolin tries to drag him down. (Rd 2 - 01:13) Yamamoto finds himself unable to do anything at all, Shaolin takes him down with impressive ease. (Rd 2 - 01:02) Yamamoto can't shift Shaolin, who ends up on top having taken the back! (Rd 2 - 01:02) Shaolin tries to put Yamamoto in a rear naked choke. (Rd 2 - 01:02) Yamamoto fights off the rear naked choke attempt. (Rd 2 - 00:37) Shaolin blocks an attempt to roll him off of the back. (Rd 2 - 00:15) Shaolin attempts to get a rear naked choke fully applied. (Rd 2 - 00:15) Yamamoto defends himself well against the choke. (Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two ends as time expires. <div style="text-align:center;">Round 3</div> (Rd 3 - 05:00) Our last round, round three, begins! (Rd 3 - 04:48) Yamamoto connects with a nice jab and then hits Shaolin with a beautiful left uppercut! (Rd 3 - 04:48) He's down! Shaolin falls to the floor! (Rd 3 - 04:41) Yamamoto senses victory and looks to finish with stomps and soccer kicks! (Rd 3 - 04:41) Yamamoto can't get there fast enough though, Shaolin is already back up. (Rd 3 - 04:21) Taking a few gulps of breath, Yamamoto is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch. (Rd 3 - 04:21) Taking a few gulps of breath, Shaolin is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch. (Rd 3 - 04:06) Shaolin shoots in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 3 - 04:06) A great sprawl from Yamamoto prevents the takedown and allows him to push Shaolin down onto his hands and knees. (Rd 3 - 03:48) Shaolin, turtled up, takes a soccer kick to the ribs. (Rd 3 - 03:33) Shaolin rolls over onto his back. (Rd 3 - 03:33) On his back, Shaolin watches as Yamamoto leaps up and attempts a flying stomp! (Rd 3 - 03:33) Yamamoto misses the stomp, and worse, Shaolin is able to grab the ankle and use it to complete a trip takedown. (Rd 3 - 03:33) Yamamoto can only stop Shaolin at side control. (Rd 3 - 03:16) In side control, Yamamoto catches his breath, content just to throw a couple of punches to the body. (Rd 3 - 02:48) Shaolin tries to pull guard on Yamamoto but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt. (Rd 3 - 02:28) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 3 - 02:28) Yamamoto pounds away on Shaolin, landing a few clean shots but not many. (Rd 3 - 02:12) Shaolin tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it. (Rd 3 - 01:59) Yamamoto fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force. (Rd 3 - 01:43) In side control, Yamamoto throws a couple of punches designed to keep Shaolin guessing. (Rd 3 - 01:17) Yamamoto throws a few left hands, but is mainly trying to catch his breath. (Rd 3 - 00:55) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 3 - 00:55) Yamamoto fires away with punches, but Shaolin doesn't take any undue damage. (Rd 3 - 00:42) Shaolin transitions to half guard. (Rd 3 - 00:28) Yamamoto fires off some lefts, but Shaolin isn't troubled by them. (Rd 3 - 00:09) Shaolin skillfully moves to full guard. (Rd 3 - 00:00) The time expires on round three, and that is the end of the fight. (Rd 3 - 00:00) The official decisions are being reported now. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Tsumemasa Kawakami has Yamamoto as the winner. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Tony Weeks has called it a victory for Shaolin. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Kanagi Fujimaro: Shaolin. (Rd 3 - 00:00) Vitor 'Shaolin' Ribeiro wins by split decision! (Rd 3 - 00:00) Vitor 'Shaolin' Ribeiro wins the PRIDE Lightweight title. <div style="text-align:center;">Official Result: Vitor Ribeiro def. Norifumi Yamamoto by Split Decision. Featherweight Championship Bout © Brad Pickett (17-3) vs. Urijah Faber (22-1)</div></div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="52401" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Next up, Brad 'One Punch' Pickett (17-3, 5-0 PRIDE) squaring off with 'The California Kid' Urijah Faber (22-1, 0-0 PRIDE). This fight is for the PRIDE Featherweight title. Marc Goddard will be the referee. Our judges at ringside are: Tsumemasa Kawakami, Misaki Naosuke, and Chris Lee. Faber may have weighed in the same as Pickett yesterday, but he clearly has a significant size advantage now. <div style="text-align:center;">Round 1</div> (Rd 1 - 10:00) We are underway! (Rd 1 - 09:53) Pickett lands a left jab, but finds nothing but air with a big right. (Rd 1 - 09:35) Faber shoots in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 1 - 09:35) Pickett almost got away but not quite; he is left hopping while Faber has hold of one leg. (Rd 1 - 09:35) Faber uses the position to drive Pickett up against the ropes. (Rd 1 - 09:22) Faber looks to sweep a leg in order to execute a sharp trip. (Rd 1 - 09:22) An excellent outside leg trip sees Pickett get thrown to the mat and Faber has no problem getting side control. (Rd 1 - 09:05) Faber tries to lock Pickett in an arm triangle. (Rd 1 - 09:05) Pickett blocks it. (Rd 1 - 08:37) Faber punches down at Pickett, but they are easily taken on the gloves. (Rd 1 - 08:16) Faber attempts a kimura. (Rd 1 - 08:16) Pickett stops Faber from applying it. (Rd 1 - 07:44) Faber attempts to armbar Pickett from side control. (Rd 1 - 07:44) Pickett blocks it. (Rd 1 - 07:28) Faber uses side control to hit a knee just above the hip. (Rd 1 - 07:17) Faber attempts to move to mount. (Rd 1 - 07:17) Pickett tries to sweep from the mount attempt but gets rolled and gives up his back. (Rd 1 - 06:52) Faber attempts to complete a rear naked choke. (Rd 1 - 06:52) Faber flattens Pickett out with the rear naked choke in deep and forces the tap! (Rd 1 - 06:36) 'The California Kid' Urijah Faber takes the win by submission! 'The California Kid' Urijah Faber wins the PRIDE Featherweight title. <div style="text-align:center;">Official Result: Urijah Faber def. Brad Pickett by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 3:24 of Round 1. Welterweight Championship Bout © Ronaldo Souza (11-1) vs. Dan Henderson (23-6)</div></div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="52401" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Next up is a match in which Ronaldo 'Jacare' Souza (11-1, 6-0 PRIDE) takes on Dan 'Hendo' Henderson (23-6, 12-5 PRIDE). This is a PRIDE Welterweight title fight. Mario Yamasaki will be the referee. Our judges are: Tsumemasa Kawakami, Misaki Naosuke, and Chris Lee. <div style="text-align:center;">Round 1</div> (Rd 1 - 10:00) We are underway! (Rd 1 - 09:53) They come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 09:53) Souza scores with a jab and also nails a right cross. Henderson is off target with a left jab but connects cleanly with a right hand. (Rd 1 - 09:29) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 1 - 09:29) A brief strike exchange passes without either fighter landing. (Rd 1 - 09:29) Souza misses a jab and also doesn't find the mark with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 09:29) Henderson finds his right cross blocked. (Rd 1 - 09:15) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 08:51) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands. (Rd 1 - 08:23) Henderson initiates an exchange of strikes. (Rd 1 - 08:23) Souza lands a left hand in the exchange. (Rd 1 - 08:23) Henderson throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 1 - 08:09) A one-two from Henderson fails to land. (Rd 1 - 08:01) Souza takes the chance and grabs Henderson into a clinch. (Rd 1 - 07:55) Souza tries to wrestle Henderson backward and up against the ropes. (Rd 1 - 07:55) Souza can't move Henderson at all though, and finds himself being out-wrestled. (Rd 1 - 07:29) With underhooks giving him solid control over Souza, Henderson looks for a takedown. (Rd 1 - 07:29) A sweep of the legs is successful, Souza is floored and Henderson has no problem getting side control. (Rd 1 - 07:14) Henderson pounds away with right hands, but doesn't do much damage. (Rd 1 - 07:01) Souza transitions to half guard. (Rd 1 - 06:45) In half guard, Henderson throws a couple of punches designed to keep Souza guessing. (Rd 1 - 06:22) Henderson blocks Souza as he tries a transition to full guard. (Rd 1 - 06:04) Henderson keeps Souza guessing with a few quick strikes. (Rd 1 - 05:48) Henderson blocks Souza as he tries a transition to full guard. (Rd 1 - 05:29) Henderson attempts to pass half guard. (Rd 1 - 05:29) He can't get free of half guard. (Rd 1 - 05:00) Souza shrimps out of half guard all the way back to full guard. (Rd 1 - 04:47) Henderson hits a short, sharp shoulder smash to the face of Souza. (Rd 1 - 04:37) Henderson gets pulled in tight, and takes a couple of short, sharp punches to the side of the face. (Rd 1 - 04:24) Henderson hits a short, sharp shoulder smash to the face of Souza. (Rd 1 - 04:18) Souza tries to ensnare an arm. (Rd 1 - 04:18) Henderson fends off Souza, and doesn't give up an arm. (Rd 1 - 03:42) Henderson clings very tight to Souza while using short strikes, clearly trying to minimise the threat of a submission attempt. (Rd 1 - 03:22) Henderson leans back to avoid a couple of wild swings from Souza. (Rd 1 - 03:09) Henderson uses a quick shoulder smash. (Rd 1 - 03:01) Souza tries to ensnare an arm. (Rd 1 - 03:01) Henderson blocks it. (Rd 1 - 02:32) In guard, Henderson is content just to throw a couple of punches to the body. (Rd 1 - 02:10) Souza tries to ensnare an arm. (Rd 1 - 02:10) Henderson defends it. (Rd 1 - 01:42) With no progress being made, referee Mario Yamasaki brings the fighters back to their feet. (Rd 1 - 01:34) Souza appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Henderson took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 01:34) Henderson can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits a nice straight right that lands hard. (Rd 1 - 01:19) They come together and strike. (Rd 1 - 01:19) Henderson lands a nice right hook. (Rd 1 - 01:19) Souza connects cleanly with a right hand. (Rd 1 - 01:15) Covering up, Souza backs off until trapped against the ropes! Henderson may have rocked him! (Rd 1 - 01:15) Henderson tries to capitalise with a massive right hand, but Souza avoids it. (Rd 1 - 01:10) Having apparently cleared his head, Souza is able to circle away from the ropes and return to the center. (Rd 1 - 01:10) Souza acknowledges some instructions from his corner with a relaxed nod of the head. (Rd 1 - 00:56) We're into the final minute of the round. (Rd 1 - 00:56) They engage in the center. (Rd 1 - 00:56) Souza tries a right hand but it gets absorbed on his opponent's gloves. (Rd 1 - 00:56) Henderson tries a right hand but it gets absorbed on his opponent's gloves. (Rd 1 - 00:51) Taking a few gulps of breath, Henderson is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch. (Rd 1 - 00:46) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands. (Rd 1 - 00:19) Souza looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Henderson simply took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 00:19) Henderson connects with a jab, but Souza avoids a big right. (Rd 1 - 00:03) Souza comes forward, willing to take a few shots as long as he can get close enough to wrestle. (Rd 1 - 00:03) Henderson throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round one. <div style="text-align:center;">Round 2</div> (Rd 2 - 05:00) And here we go, round two! (Rd 2 - 04:53) They stand and trade in the center of the ring but neither fighter can land a good shot. (Rd 2 - 04:15) Henderson throws a punch but Souza was equal to it. (Rd 2 - 04:04) The two fighters engage. (Rd 2 - 04:04) Henderson hits a good right hand. Souza hits a good right hand. (Rd 2 - 03:44) Henderson comes forward to attack. (Rd 2 - 03:44) Souza fires off a counter jab. (Rd 2 - 03:44) Henderson can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he scores with a right cross that landed hard. (Rd 2 - 03:22) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 2 - 03:22) Henderson slips past a right hook and counters with a left jab and a right hook that is avoided at the last second. (Rd 2 - 03:12) A few deep breaths betray that Henderson is starting to get into the deeper reaches of his gas tank. (Rd 2 - 02:57) Henderson closes the distance, obviously looking to strike. (Rd 2 - 02:57) Henderson throws a punch but Souza avoids it. (Rd 2 - 02:40) Henderson steps forward and a striking exchange begins. (Rd 2 - 02:40) Souza hits two left hands on the counter. (Rd 2 - 02:40) Henderson throws a two-punch combo but Souza avoids both. (Rd 2 - 02:26) We go past the halfway point of this round. (Rd 2 - 02:26) A jab is wide from Henderson, but then he hits a nice straight right that lands hard. (Rd 2 - 02:20) Henderson doesn't look like he has much left in the tank. (Rd 2 - 02:09) Henderson confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes. (Rd 2 - 02:09) Souza had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 2 - 02:09) Henderson can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a fantastic right cross! (Rd 2 - 02:09) Souza is knocked down by that shot! (Rd 2 - 02:04) Moving quickly, Henderson comes in looking to finish with soccer kicks and stomps! (Rd 2 - 02:04) Henderson is too slow though, and Souza is back up. (Rd 2 - 01:46) It looked like we were about to see Souza try and get some grappling started, but Henderson was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 2 - 01:46) Henderson throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow. (Rd 2 - 01:27) Henderson throws a punch but Souza avoids it. (Rd 2 - 01:21) Souza takes the chance and grabs Henderson into a clinch. (Rd 2 - 01:14) Souza is trying to muscle Henderson up against the ropes. (Rd 2 - 01:14) He does so and now has Henderson pinned to the ropes. (Rd 2 - 00:54) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round. (Rd 2 - 00:54) With Henderson stuck against the ropes, Souza tries to reap a leg with a sharp sweep in order to trip him to the floor. (Rd 2 - 00:54) An outside leg trip sweeps Henderson down to the ground where he is left on his back under side control! (Rd 2 - 00:38) Souza starts trying to ensnare Henderson in a crucifix. (Rd 2 - 00:38) Henderson doesn't allow Souza to get it. (Rd 2 - 00:17) Souza fires away with punches, and Henderson is stung by several big shots. (Rd 2 - 00:17) Henderson tries to turn away from the blows but gets rolled and Souza has his back! (Rd 2 - 00:00) Round two is brought to an end as time runs out. <div style="text-align:center;">Round 3</div> (Rd 3 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the final round! (Rd 3 - 04:49) Souza had looked like he was angling to grapple, but couldn't take the initiative. (Rd 3 - 04:49) Henderson throws a quick punch but doesn't land. (Rd 3 - 04:34) Souza steps forward, willing to take a few shots as long as he can get close enough to wrestle. (Rd 3 - 04:34) Henderson can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a right cross that landed hard. (Rd 3 - 04:27) Henderson looks like he doesn't have a lot left to give. (Rd 3 - 04:27) Souza is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now. (Rd 3 - 04:21) Souza comes in, looking for a takedown. (Rd 3 - 04:21) The takedown is successful, it's a single leg that leaves Henderson pulling guard. (Rd 3 - 04:12) Souza throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move. (Rd 3 - 03:56) Souza pounds away with rights but fails to land any significant blows. (Rd 3 - 03:36) Souza attempts to pass guard and gain a better position. (Rd 3 - 03:36) Souza passes to half guard. (Rd 3 - 02:39) Souza starts trying to work to get out of half guard and into a better position. (Rd 3 - 02:39) He gets past half guard, gaining side control. (Rd 3 - 01:36) Souza tries to lock Henderson in a kimura. (Rd 3 - 01:36) The kimura is fully applied, Henderson has no option but to tap out! (Rd 3 - 00:56) Ronaldo 'Jacare' Souza takes the win by submission! Ronaldo 'Jacare' Souza makes his first defence of the PRIDE Welterweight title. <div style="text-align:center;">Official Result: Ronaldo Souza def. Dan Henderson by Submission (Kimura) in 4:04 of Round 3. Middleweight Championship Bout © Glover Teixeira (11-2) vs. Wanderlei Silva (31-7-1-1 NC)</div></div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="52401" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>The co-main event is up next. Glover Teixeira (11-2, 6-0 PRIDE) fights 'The Axe Murderer' Wanderlei Silva (31-7-1-1 NC, 22-4-1-1 NC PRIDE) in the PRIDE Middleweight division. This is a PRIDE Middleweight title fight. The referee is Yuji Shimada. Our judges are: Misaki Naosuke, Chris Lee, and Tony Weeks. <div style="text-align:center;">Round 1</div> (Rd 1 - 10:00) The fight begins! (Rd 1 - 10:00) Silva rather obviously ignores the offer to touch gloves to begin. (Rd 1 - 09:49) Both fighters move in and engage. (Rd 1 - 09:49) Glover misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Silva attacks with a solid right hand. (Rd 1 - 09:31) Silva can't connect with a jab, but then hits Glover with a high right head kick. (Rd 1 - 09:14) Silva doesn't trouble his opponent with a triple punch combo. (Rd 1 - 09:01) Glover comes in and grabs Silva in a clinch. (Rd 1 - 08:53) Glover tries to wrestle Silva backward and up against the ropes. (Rd 1 - 08:53) Glover manages it and controls Silva up against the ropes. (Rd 1 - 08:38) Glover looks to sweep a leg out from under Silva so as to take him down with a trip. (Rd 1 - 08:38) Glover uses a nice inside leg trip and Silva is forced to pull half guard! (Rd 1 - 08:27) Glover throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead. (Rd 1 - 08:09) Glover punches down at Silva, but they are easily taken on the gloves. (Rd 1 - 07:39) Glover tries to pass the half guard. (Rd 1 - 07:39) Glover passes to side control, but doesn't have time to secure the position before Silva starts scrambling. (Rd 1 - 07:28) Glover is up first and quickly grabs Silva, pushing him up against the ropes. (Rd 1 - 07:09) Glover tries to take Silva down. (Rd 1 - 07:09) Glover doesn't get it, Silva blocked any attempt to move him. (Rd 1 - 06:58) With Silva stuck against the ropes, Glover tries to complete a takedown by going low and grabbing both legs. (Rd 1 - 06:58) Glover gets the takedown! Silva pulls half guard. (Rd 1 - 06:47) Looking to catch his breath, Glover is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body. (Rd 1 - 06:27) Glover fires away with punches, but Silva doesn't take any undue damage. (Rd 1 - 06:13) Glover throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead. (Rd 1 - 05:47) Glover pounds away with right hands, but doesn't do much damage. (Rd 1 - 05:28) Glover fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force. (Rd 1 - 05:11) Glover punches down at Silva, but they are easily taken on the gloves. (Rd 1 - 04:47) Referee Yuji Shimada decides that there is a lack of progress being made and stands them back up. (Rd 1 - 04:37) Glover looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Silva simply took the initiative first. (Rd 1 - 04:37) Silva throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 1 - 04:21) They stand and trade blows but neither can land anything damaging. (Rd 1 - 03:59) It looked like we were about to see a shot from Glover, but Silva was more aggressive and took the initiative. (Rd 1 - 03:59) Silva fails to land any of the strikes in a combo that ended with a scything low kick. (Rd 1 - 03:59) Silva is too slow with his final kick and that allows Glover to catch it! (Rd 1 - 03:48) Silva hops on one foot, trying to balance. Glover tries for a takedown attempt. (Rd 1 - 03:48) With Silva not going down, Glover settles for pushing him up against the ropes. (Rd 1 - 03:32) Glover keeps Silva up against the ropes with wrestling, then uses a hard foot stomp. (Rd 1 - 03:23) Glover looks for a takedown by grabbing both his opponent's legs and trying to trip him to the mat. (Rd 1 - 03:23) Glover has the takedown and gets side control from it. (Rd 1 - 03:10) Glover pounds away with punches but can't quite land anything with any power. (Rd 1 - 02:51) Glover fires off a few punches as he catches his breath. (Rd 1 - 02:24) Glover tries to pound on Silva, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with. (Rd 1 - 02:06) Glover pounds away with punches but can't quite land anything with any power. (Rd 1 - 01:51) Glover tries to pound on Silva, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with. (Rd 1 - 01:36) Glover throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can catch his breath. (Rd 1 - 01:15) Glover throws a few strikes, but they are without venom. (Rd 1 - 00:47) Glover pounds away on Silva but can't land anything significant. (Rd 1 - 00:36) Glover pounds away, but Silva calmly deals with them. (Rd 1 - 00:17) With no progress being made, the referee brings the fighters back to their feet. (Rd 1 - 00:08) Silva misses all the strikes in a combo that ended with a kick to the body. (Rd 1 - 00:02) Glover is able to grab Silva. (Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out on round one. <div style="text-align:center;">Round 2</div> (Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the round! (Rd 2 - 04:54) Silva throws a punch but Glover avoids it. (Rd 2 - 04:49) Glover moves in fast and clinches with Silva. (Rd 2 - 04:42) Glover is trying to push Silva so that his back is up against the ropes. (Rd 2 - 04:42) Glover achieves it, pinning Silva to the ropes. (Rd 2 - 04:28) Glover looks for a takedown by grabbing both his opponent's legs and trying to trip him to the mat. (Rd 2 - 04:28) The takedown is completed, Glover gets side control from it. (Rd 2 - 04:15) Glover throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move. (Rd 2 - 03:52) Glover throws a few strikes, but they are without venom. (Rd 2 - 03:29) Glover unloads with big rights, but Silva covers up well. (Rd 2 - 03:11) Glover throws a few right hands, but is mainly trying to catch his breath. (Rd 2 - 02:44) Glover pounds away on Silva, but few of the shots lands clean. (Rd 2 - 02:25) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 2 - 02:25) Glover unloads with right hands, but doesn't do a great deal of damage. (Rd 2 - 02:06) Glover throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead. (Rd 2 - 01:36) Glover pounds away with right hands, but doesn't do much damage. (Rd 2 - 01:21) Glover pounds away, but Silva calmly deals with them. (Rd 2 - 01:02) Glover fires away with rights, but does little in the way of actual damage. (Rd 2 - 00:46) Glover throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead. (Rd 2 - 00:19) Glover unloads with some right hands, but Silva deals with them comfortably. (Rd 2 - 00:07) Glover tries to pound on Silva, but none of the blows land with any degree of power. (Rd 2 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round two. <div style="text-align:center;">Round 3</div> (Rd 3 - 05:00) It's the final round and we are back underway! (Rd 3 - 04:45) Silva can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits Glover with a straight right. (Rd 3 - 04:41) Glover gets hold of Silva without taking too much damage. (Rd 3 - 04:32) Using his wrestling skills, Glover is trying to push Silva up against the ropes. (Rd 3 - 04:32) Glover does it, Silva is stuck with his back to the ropes. (Rd 3 - 04:19) Glover looks to set up a trip takedown. (Rd 3 - 04:19) A great inside leg trip sees Silva get thrown to the mat and Glover is left in guard. (Rd 3 - 04:07) Glover is breathing very hard. (Rd 3 - 04:07) Glover fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force. (Rd 3 - 03:37) Glover throws some minor strikes. (Rd 3 - 03:17) Glover throws some minor strikes. (Rd 3 - 02:53) Glover throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move. (Rd 3 - 02:30) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round. (Rd 3 - 02:30) Glover fires away with punches, but Silva doesn't take any undue damage. (Rd 3 - 02:12) Glover pounds away with right hands, but doesn't do much damage. (Rd 3 - 02:00) Glover throws a few right hands to the body. (Rd 3 - 01:32) With no progress being made, the referee brings the fighters back to their feet. (Rd 3 - 01:32) Silva is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit. (Rd 3 - 01:25) Silva hits a left jab and then hits Glover with a right to the side of the ribs. (Rd 3 - 01:05) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 3 - 01:05) Glover lands a nice right hook. Silva connects cleanly with a right hand. (Rd 3 - 00:58) There's under a minute left in this round. (Rd 3 - 00:49) Silva comes forward looking to force a striking exchange. (Rd 3 - 00:49) Silva looks to pressure Glover, stepping into the pocket. (Rd 3 - 00:49) Silva throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either. (Rd 3 - 00:28) Silva comes forward. (Rd 3 - 00:28) Glover hit a counter left hand. (Rd 3 - 00:28) Silva throws a one-two, but Glover was equal to it. (Rd 3 - 00:10) The two fighters engage. (Rd 3 - 00:10) Glover slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a jab and a massive right hook to the jaw! (Rd 3 - 00:00) Silva goes down hard, he's out! (Rd 3 - 00:06) The winner, by knock out, is Glover Teixeira! (Rd 3 - 00:06) Glover Teixeira makes his first defence of the PRIDE Middleweight title. <div style="text-align:center;">Official Result: Glover Teixeira def. Wanderlei Silva by KO (Punch) in 4:54 of Round 3. Heavyweight Bout © Fedor Emelianenko (33-1-1 NC) vs. Alistair Overeem (28-12)</div></div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="52401" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>It's time for the main event of the evening! 'The Last Emperor' Fedor Emelianenko (33-1-1 NC, 20-0-1 NC PRIDE) squares off with Alistair 'The Demolition Man' Overeem (28-12, 11-9 PRIDE) in the PRIDE Heavyweight division. The PRIDE Heavyweight title is on the line in this fight. The referee is Marc Goddard. Our ringside judges are: Tsumemasa Kawakami, Misaki Naosuke, and Chris Lee. There's a pre-fight staredown, which is almost comical as Overeem is so much taller than Fedor. <div style="text-align:center;">Round 1</div> (Rd 1 - 10:00) The fight begins! (Rd 1 - 10:00) The fighters touch gloves. (Rd 1 - 09:51) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 1 - 09:51) Fedor counters a leg kick attempt with a few quick left jabs that are followed by a vicious right cross! (Rd 1 - 09:33) Overeem is knocked down! (Rd 1 - 09:33) Fedor quickly goes for the kill, looking to stomp and kick the dazed Overeem! (Rd 1 - 09:33) Overeem is back to his feet too quickly though. (Rd 1 - 09:11) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 09:11) Overeem throws two punches but Fedor has a good guard and absorbs all of them with ease. (Rd 1 - 09:11) Fedor has a right hook blocked. (Rd 1 - 08:51) The two fighters come forward and engage. (Rd 1 - 08:51) Overeem misses a couple of jabs and also fails to land a body kick. (Rd 1 - 08:51) Fedor has a right hand blocked. (Rd 1 - 08:25) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with. (Rd 1 - 07:57) The two fighters engage. (Rd 1 - 07:57) Fedor lands a left jab but doesn't find the mark with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 07:57) Overeem uses a left jab and also connects cleanly with a right hand. (Rd 1 - 07:42) They stand and trade in the center of the ring but neither fighter can land a good shot. (Rd 1 - 07:10) They engage in the center. (Rd 1 - 07:10) Overeem doesn't connect with a left jab and also finds his right cross blocked. (Rd 1 - 07:10) Fedor can't hit a right cross. (Rd 1 - 06:49) Both fighters meet in the center. (Rd 1 - 06:49) Fedor counters a leg kick attempt with a sequence of quick jabs that are followed by a right cross. (Rd 1 - 06:49) Overeem has a smashed up nose from that blow, there's blood dripping down. (Rd 1 - 06:49) That's going to cause Overeem some major problems with his breathing. (Rd 1 - 06:19) They engage in the center. (Rd 1 - 06:19) Overeem has a right hook blocked. (Rd 1 - 06:19) Fedor doesn't find the mark with a right hook. (Rd 1 - 06:09) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike. (Rd 1 - 06:09) Fedor uses a left jab but can't hit a right cross. (Rd 1 - 06:09) Overeem hits a good right hand. (Rd 1 - 06:02) As he backs off it becomes clear that Fedor is on rubbery legs, that last shot rocked him! (Rd 1 - 06:02) A big right hand from Overeem drops Fedor! (Rd 1 - 05:49) Overeem knows that this is a golden opportunity and quickly pounces on Fedor, looking to finish him off by raining down punches! (Rd 1 - 05:49) Overeem fires away and Fedor is eating powerful shot after powerful shot! (Rd 1 - 05:49) Referee Marc Goddard jumps in and saves Fedor from taking any more shots! (Rd 1 - 05:35) By TKO, the winner is Alistair Overeem! (Rd 1 - 05:35) Alistair 'The Demolition Man' Overeem wins the PRIDE Heavyweight title. <div style="text-align:center;">Official Result: Alistair Overeem def. Fedor Emelianenko by TKO (Strikes) in 4:25 of Round 1. <img src=https://i.imgur.com/v8L2X6S.png> PRIDE: Shockwave 2008 Date: December 31, 2008 Venue: Saitama Super Arena Local: Saitama, Japan Attendance: 13,882 Gate: $ 4,054,238 Critical Rating: 73% Commercial Rating: 98% PPV: $ 928,080 Main Card Heavyweight Championship Bout: Alistair Overeem def. Fedor Emelianenko by TKO (Strikes) in 4:25 of Round 1. Middleweight Championship Bout: Glover Teixeira def. Wanderlei Silva by KO (Punch) in 4:54 of Round 3. Welterweight Championship Bout: Ronaldo Souza def. Dan Henderson by Submission (Kimura) in 4:04 of Round 3. Featherweight Championship Bout: Urijah Faber def. Brad Pickett by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 3:24 of Round 1. Lightweight Championship Bout: Vitor Ribeiro def. Norifumi Yamamoto by Split Decision. Middleweight Bout: Mauricio Rua def. Ricardo Arona by Unanimous Decision. Heavyweight Bout: Andrei Arlovski def. Josh Barnett by KO (Punch) in 0:34 of Round 1. Welterweight Bout: Robbie Lawler def. Yuki Kondo by KO (Punch) in 1:04 of Round 1. Lightweight Bout: Takanori Gomi def. Marcus Aurelio by TKO (Strikes) in 0:28 of Round 1. Featherweight Bout: Jose Aldo def. Miguel Angel Torres by Unanimous Decision. Preliminary Card Welterweight Bout: Carlos Condit def. Kazuo Misaki by Unanimous Decision. Middleweight Bout: Vitor Belfort def. Melvin Manhoef by KO (Punch) in 0:35 of Round 1. Heavyweight Bout: Heath Herring def. Gilbert Yvel by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 5:58 of Round 1. Lightweight Bout: Mizuto Hirota def. Josh Thomson by Split Decision. Featherweight Bout: Joachin Hansen def. Cub Swanson by Unanimous Decision. Heavyweight Bout: Yoshihiro Nakao def. Eric Esch by TKO (Strikes) in 3:10 of Round 1. Welterweight Bout: Keita Nakamura def. Jose Landi-Jons by KO (Punch) in 2:33 of Round 2. Middleweight Bout: Emanuel Newton def. Vladimir Matyushenko by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 5:46 of Round 1. Featherweight Bout: Georgi Karakhanyan def. Masakazu Imanari by Unanimous Decision. Lightweight Bout: Evan Dunham def. Cristiano Marcello by Unanimous Decision. Bonus KO of the Night: Andrei Arlovski Submission of the Night: Urijah Faber Fight of the Night: Alistair Overeem vs. Fedor Emelianenko POST FIGHT <img src=https://i.imgur.com/TwXQehx.png> - Sakakibara started a press conference congratulating the champions who remained and the new champions. -Sakakibara announced that next Saturday he will hold a press conference announcing the PRIDE calendar for 2009. - Overeem said it was exciting to beat Fedor and would give him an immediate rematch, as he was the biggest champion for a long time. - Fedor said he didn't know how to use his moment to define the fight and ended up paying for it. And he said he was open to rematch if PRIDE wanted it. - Teixeira said that Wanderlei Silva is a warrior and thanked him for the challenge. - Silva said he knew he needed to get the knockout to win, but he ended up caught and congratulated the champion. - Souza said that Henderson hits very hard and that after the knockdown suffered in the second round, he returned to his strategy and managed to submit. - Henderson made no excuses and congratulated Souza for the victory. - Faber said he knew the danger of exchanging blows with Pickett and followed the plan to seek submission and achieved his greatest goal of being the new champion. - Pickett said that he was frustrated by not being able to impose himself and said that he will look for the rematch to win back his title. - Ribeiro said that Yamamoto is a tough opponent and that he fulfilled a dream by becoming the new champion. - Yamamoto said he was very upset about being defeated and disagreed with the judges and hopes to have a rematch against Ribeiro. PREDICTIONS CageRage - (11-9) vladjarca - (12-8) McDojoDelux - (10-10) Judoku1819 - (12-8) Updated list of PRIDE FC champions <a href="http://www.greydogsoftware.com/forum/showpost.php?p=2479044&postcount=2" rel="external nofollow">http://www.greydogsoftware.com/forum/showpost.php?p=2479044&postcount=2</a> </div></div></blockquote>

vladjarca · March 23, 2021

What A Card That Was

rodrigoviolim · March 23, 2021

What A Card That Was

Maaaannn !!! What an event !!! Overeem winning in a turnaround. Glover finishing with Wand in the final seconds, Jacare Souza submitting Henderson after almost being knocked out in the second round ... Only those three were worth the incredible card !!!

Judoku1819 · March 24, 2021

Yeah, that was a pretty insane end of the year event. My picks were so promising but then those last few fights came up with some HUGE results. Great job.

EDIT: 73% critical rating though... reminds me how much I hate the formula for that calculation in WMMA5. No world that this card shouldn't be in the 90's critically.

rodrigoviolim · March 24, 2021

Yeah, that was a pretty insane end of the year event. My picks were so promising but then those last few fights came up with some HUGE results. Great job.

EDIT: 73% critical rating though... reminds me how much I hate the formula for that calculation in WMMA5. No world that this card shouldn't be in the 90's critically.

His predictions really started very well in the preliminaries, but then came the main fights and the surprises of the legends were defeats ... I think we were all amazed at the defeat of Fedor.

Regarding the critical rating of 73%, I also found it absurd because there were 3 fights that could be a main event in any event and in two we had a Great rating ... really very strange these game ratings.

rodrigoviolim · March 24, 2021

by Kevin Robinson

After PRIDE: Shockwave 2008 ended, the 2008 calendar ended for MMA and Blurcat.com brings its traditional end of year award.

The year was marked by major events, whether in America and Japan traditionally, or in new places that grow more and more like Europe, Brazil and Canada.

Emerging stars, such as Glover Teixeira and Ronaldo Souza who became champions in PRIDE and put their names in history by overcoming the legends Wanderlei Silva and Dan Henderson at the end of the year event.

Legends leaving their legacy even more concrete in the history of the sport, such as Quinton Jackson and Randy Couture who successfully defended their titles in the UFC this year.

Women's MMA also continues to grow, and new talents like Valentina Shevchenko are beginning to gain more highlights.

Historical knockouts, beautiful submissions and great duels that reached the hands of the judges and of course terrible fights also marked this year.

And now we are going to reveal this year's winners.

A complete rundown of Blurcat.com’s 2008 Year-End Awards:

List of All Blurcat.com’s Year-End Awards

1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007

rodrigoviolim · March 24, 2021

PRIDE ANNOUNCES TOURNAMENTS AND CALENDAR FOR THIS YEAR

by Sean Smith

PRIDE held its first press conference to announce the organization's plans in 2009.

PRIDE President Nobuyuki Sakakibara spoke about the brand's expansion plan and the tournaments that will take place this year.

Check out the main moments of the conference.

PRIDE GP this year

Sakakibara: This year we will have the tournament in the lightweight division and an incredible openweight tournament with the biggest names in the organization and we will certainly have big fights for the fans.

Bushido Tournament

Sakakibara: In the Bushido events we will have another team tournament, which will be a dispute between 8 countries: Japan, USA, Russia, Brazil, England, Poland, South Korea and Canada. Divided into two groups with four selections. There will be 5 fights between the teams, one in each PRIDE division and the two best in each group will face each other in the semi-finals and the winners in the final. The tournament will be called MMA World Cup.

PRIDE going to new countries

Sakakibara: Yes, last year we arrived in Canada and this year we are going to Brazil and Russia with the MMA World Cup and each year we will try to go to more countries.

Rematch between Overeem and Fedor

Sakakibara: We can have this fight at the GP Openweight, both will be and can face each other if they cross their paths. But, it is obvious that the whole world wants to see this fight again.

GP Openweight

We already have some confirmed names like: Overeem, Fedor, Glover, Shogun Rua, Couture, Barnett, Arlovski, Silva among others ... And in the next four events we will have key fights to define the rest of the tournament's fighters.

GP Lightweight

This tournament already has 16 participants defined, but, I advance that Vitor 'Shaolin' will make his first defense against Gilbert Melendez and at each stage of the tournament the champion will have to defend his belt.

Check out the calendar of PRIDE events in 2009:

January - 17 & 31

PRIDE Bushido 25: MMA World Cup 1st Round in San Jose, California, USA

PRIDE 50: A New Tomorrow in Saitama, Japan

February - 14 & 21

PRIDE Bushido 26 in Osaka, Japan

PRIDE 51: Road to Gold in Osaka, Japan

March - 7 & 21

PRIDE Bushido 27 in Osaka, Japan

PRIDE 52 in Tokyo, Japan

April - 4, 11 & 18

PRIDE Bushido 28: MMA World Cup 2nd Round in Moscow, Russia

PRIDE: Total Elimination 2009 in Saitama, Japan

PRIDE 53 in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA

May - 16 & 30

PRIDE Bushido 29 in Sapporo, Japan

PRIDE 54 in Osaka, Japan

June - 13 & 20

PRIDE 55 in Yokohama, Japan

PRIDE Bushido 30: MMA World Cup 3rd Round in Sao Paulo, Brazil

July - 11 & 25

PRIDE: Critical Countdown 2009 in Saitama, Japan

PRIDE 56 in Osaka, Japan

August - 15 & 22

PRIDE Bushido 31: MMA World Cup Semi Finals in Osaka, Japan

PRIDE 57 in Sacramento, California, USA

September - 12 & 19

PRIDE 58 in Saitama, Japan

PRIDE Bushido 32 in Sapporo, Japan

October - 10 & 24

PRIDE Bushido 33 in Fukuoka, Japan

PRIDE: Final Conflict 2009 in Saitama, Japan

November - 14 & 21

PRIDE Bushido 34: MMA World Cup Final in Tokyo, Japan

PRIDE 59 in Osaka, Japan

December - 5 & 31

PRIDE Bushido 35 in Montreal, Quebec, Canada

PRIDE: Shockwave 2009 in Saitama, Japan

CARDS OF 1st ROUND MMA WORLD CUP AND PRIDE 50 ANNOUNCED

by Sean Smith

At the same press conference where it announced its plans for 2009, PRIDE also released its two January cards.

The first card will be the first round of the MMA World Cup to be held at PRIDE Bushido 25, which will take place at the HP Pavillion in San Jose, California. The main event of the event will be the clash between heavyweights Kimbo Slice (1-2) against James Thompson (16-10). The main card will feature the duels between USA vs. England and Russia vs. South Korea for group B. The duels of group A will be between Japan vs. Brazil and Canada vs. Poland.

Two weeks later PRIDE returns to Japan at Saitama Super Arena bringing a rematch between the sport's legends, Kazushi Sakuraba and Ken Shamrock. The duel will take the winner to the GP Openweight.

Sakuraba and Shamrock faced off in issue number 30 in October 2005 and Sakuraba, who in that fight made his preparation in the renowned Chute Boxe, defeated Shamrock by TKO in the first round. Shamrock, on the other hand, contested the result a lot because he thought the referee stopped the fight too soon and will now have the chance of his rematch.

The event will also bring Paulo FIlho, returning after his first career setback in front of the rising star, Gegard Mousasi and Rogerio Nogueira faces Kevin Randleman for another place in the GP Openweight.

PRIDE Bushido 25: MMA World Cup 1st Round will take place at HP Pavillion in San Jose, California and broadcast by ESPN Africa, Eurosport Russia, SkySports 2, NHK, Polsat Sport, Fox Sports Asia, CBS Sports Network, ESPN Latin America and Fox Sports Australia. PRIDE 50: A New Tomorrow will take place at Saitama Super Arena in Saitama, Japan. It will be exclusive broadcast in PPV by SkyPerfect. The card will also cover Blurcat.com's play by play with "The Voice" Matt Edwards and Daniel Tuxford.

Check out the full cards:

PRIDE Bushido 25: MMA World Cup 1st Round

Date: January 17, 2009

Venue: HP Pavillion

Local: San Jose, California, USA

PRIDE 50: A New Tomorrow

Date: January 31, 2009

Venue: Saitama Super Arena

Local: Saitama, Japan

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WEC 37: Wineland vs. Freire

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Jungle Fight 17

European Small Local Show Jan 2009

DREAM 9: Bosse vs. Hollett

CW 37: Louiseau vs. Gambaryan II

Pancrase: McVeigh vs. Silva II

PRIDE 50: A New Tomorrow

M-1: Economou vs. Morris

UFC Fight Night: Shamrock vs. Silva

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MEN´S POUND FOR POUND

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HEAVYWEIGHT

LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT

MIDDLEWEIGHT

WELTERWEIGHT

LIGHTWEIGHT

FEATHERWEIGHT

BANTAMWEIGHT

FLYWEIGHT

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WOMEN´S FEATHERWEIGHT

WOMEN´S BANTAMWEIGHT

WOMEN´S FLYWEIGHT

WOMEN´S STRAWWEIGHT

vladjarca · March 24, 2021

Loving the MMA World Cup concept!

rodrigoviolim · March 24, 2021

Loving the MMA World Cup concept!

I love any tournament format, but when it comes to teams it really is more exciting.

The tendency is to hold the tournament every two years, alternating with the gym tournament, and let's see which is the best country in MMA.

rodrigoviolim · March 24, 2021

PRIDE BUSHIDO 25: MMA WORLD CUP 1ST ROUND WEIGH IN RESULTS: ALL FIGHTS SET

by Sean Smith

PRIDE will start its work in 2009. The first event of the year takes place today at the HP Pavillion in San Jose, California with the duel between, street fighting stars, Kimbo Slice against the English giant, James 'Collossus' Thompson.

The event will feature fights between five fighters, one in each PRIDE division, defending their countries. All fighters have reached the contracted weight and the event will take place normally.

PRIDE Bushido 25: MMA World Cup 1st Round will take place at HP Pavillion in San Jose, California, USA. It will broadcast by ESPN Africa, Eurosport Russia, SkySports 2, NHK, Polsat Sport, Fox Sports Asia, CBS Sports Network, ESPN Latin America and Fox Sports Australia. The card will also cover Blurcat.com's play by play with "The Voice" Matt Edwards and Daniel Tuxford.

Check out the full card:

PRIDE Bushido 25: MMA World Cup 1st Round

Date: January 17, 2009

Venue: HP Pavillion

Local: San Jose, California, USA

Main Card

Heavyweight Bout: Kimbo Slice (225 lbs) vs. James Thompson (265 lbs)

Middleweight Bout: Alan Belcher (205 lbs) vs. Ian Freeman (205 lbs)

Lightweight Bout: Jason High (165 lbs) vs. Paul Sass (165 lbs)

Welterweight Bout: Tim Boetsch (185 lbs) vs. Dan Hardy (185 lbs)

Featherweight Bout: Manny Tapia (145 lbs) vs. Robbie Olivier (145 lbs)

Heavyweight Bout: Sergei Kharitonov (240 lbs) vs. Hong Man Choi (265 lbs)

Middleweight Bout: Alexander Shlemenko (205 lbs) vs. Dong Yi Yang (205 lbs)

Welterweight Bout: Alexander Yankovlev (170 lbs) vs. Dong Hyun Kim (185 lbs)

Featherweight Bout: Musa Khamanev (145 lbs) vs. Chan Sung Jung (145 lbs)

Lightweight Bout: Sergey Golyaev (165 lbs) vs. Jong Man Kim (146 lbs)

Preliminary Card

Heavyweight Bout: Kazuyuki Fujita (240 lbs) vs. Marcio Cruz (230 lbs)

Middleweight Bout: Kazuhiro Nakamura (205 lbs) vs. Vinny Magalhaes (205 lbs)

Featherweight Bout: Eiji Mitsuoka (145 lbs) vs. Patricio Freire (145 lbs)

Lightweight Bout: Nobutatsu Suzuki (165 lbs) vs. Andre Dida (165 lbs)

Welterweight Bout: Izuru Takeuchi (185 lbs) vs. Rousimar Palhares (185 lbs)

Middleweight Bout: Kalib Starnes (205 lbs) vs. Michal Martela (205 lbs)

Heavyweight Bout: Tim Hague (265 lbs) vs. Damian Grabowski (260 lbs)

Lightweight Bout: Mike Ricci (165 lbs) vs. Maciej Jewtuszko (165 lbs)

Featherweight Bout: Chris Brigham (145 lbs) vs. Bart Palaszewski (145 lbs)

Welterweight Bout: John Alessio (185 lbs) vs. Robert Jocz (170 lbs)

MAKE YOUR PREDICTIONS FOR THIS CARD

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Jungle Fight 17

European Small Local Show Jan 2009

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Pancrase: McVeigh vs. Silva II

PRIDE 50: A New Tomorrow

M-1: Economou vs. Morris

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CageRage · March 24, 2021

PRIDE Bushido 25: MMA World Cup 1st Round

Date: January 17, 2009

Venue: HP Pavillion

Local: San Jose, California, USA

Main Card

Heavyweight Bout: Kimbo Slice (225 lbs) vs. James Thompson (265 lbs)

Middleweight Bout: Alan Belcher (205 lbs) vs. Ian Freeman (205 lbs)

Lightweight Bout: Jason High (165 lbs) vs. Paul Sass (165 lbs)

Welterweight Bout: Tim Boetsch (185 lbs) vs. Dan Hardy (185 lbs)

Featherweight Bout: Manny Tapia (145 lbs) vs. Robbie Olivier (145 lbs)

Heavyweight Bout: Sergei Kharitonov (240 lbs) vs. Hong Man Choi (265 lbs)

Middleweight Bout: Alexander Shlemenko (205 lbs) vs. Dong Yi Yang (205 lbs)

Welterweight Bout: Alexander Yankovlev (170 lbs) vs. Dong Hyun Kim (185 lbs)

Featherweight Bout: Musa Khamanev (145 lbs) vs. Chan Sung Jung (145 lbs)

Lightweight Bout: Sergey Golyaev (165 lbs) vs. Jong Man Kim (146 lbs)

Preliminary Card

Heavyweight Bout: Kazuyuki Fujita (240 lbs) vs. Marcio Cruz (230 lbs)

Middleweight Bout: Kazuhiro Nakamura (205 lbs) vs. Vinny Magalhaes (205 lbs)

Featherweight Bout: Eiji Mitsuoka (145 lbs) vs. Patricio Freire (145 lbs)

Lightweight Bout: Nobutatsu Suzuki (165 lbs) vs. Andre Dida (165 lbs)

Welterweight Bout: Izuru Takeuchi (185 lbs) vs. Rousimar Palhares (185 lbs)

Middleweight Bout: Kalib Starnes (205 lbs) vs. Michal Martela (205 lbs)

Heavyweight Bout: Tim Hague (265 lbs) vs. Damian Grabowski (260 lbs)

Lightweight Bout: Mike Ricci (165 lbs) vs. Maciej Jewtuszko (165 lbs)

Featherweight Bout: Chris Brigham (145 lbs) vs. Bart Palaszewski (145 lbs)

Welterweight Bout: John Alessio (185 lbs) vs. Robert Jocz (170 lbs)

vladjarca · March 24, 2021

Main Card

Heavyweight Bout: Kimbo Slice (225 lbs) vs. James Thompson (265 lbs)

Middleweight Bout: Alan Belcher (205 lbs) vs. Ian Freeman (205 lbs)

Lightweight Bout: Jason High (165 lbs) vs. Paul Sass (165 lbs)

Welterweight Bout: Tim Boetsch (185 lbs) vs. Dan Hardy (185 lbs)

Featherweight Bout: Manny Tapia (145 lbs) vs. Robbie Olivier (145 lbs)

Heavyweight Bout: Sergei Kharitonov (240 lbs) vs. Hong Man Choi (265 lbs)

Middleweight Bout: Alexander Shlemenko (205 lbs) vs. Dong Yi Yang (205 lbs)

Welterweight Bout: Alexander Yankovlev (170 lbs) vs. Dong Hyun Kim (185 lbs)

Featherweight Bout: Musa Khamanev (145 lbs) vs. Chan Sung Jung (145 lbs)

Lightweight Bout: Sergey Golyaev (165 lbs) vs. Jong Man Kim (146 lbs)

Preliminary Card

Heavyweight Bout: Kazuyuki Fujita (240 lbs) vs. Marcio Cruz (230 lbs)

Middleweight Bout: Kazuhiro Nakamura (205 lbs) vs. Vinny Magalhaes (205 lbs)

Featherweight Bout: Eiji Mitsuoka (145 lbs) vs. Patricio Freire (145 lbs)

Lightweight Bout: Nobutatsu Suzuki (165 lbs) vs. Andre Dida (165 lbs)

Welterweight Bout: Izuru Takeuchi (185 lbs) vs. Rousimar Palhares (185 lbs)

Middleweight Bout: Kalib Starnes (205 lbs) vs. Michal Martela (205 lbs)

Heavyweight Bout: Tim Hague (265 lbs) vs. Damian Grabowski (260 lbs)

Lightweight Bout: Mike Ricci (165 lbs) vs. Maciej Jewtuszko (165 lbs)

Featherweight Bout: Chris Brigham (145 lbs) vs. Bart Palaszewski (145 lbs)

Welterweight Bout: John Alessio (185 lbs) vs. Robert Jocz (170 lbs)

rodrigoviolim · March 26, 2021

Preliminary Card

John Alessio (21-12) vs. Robert Jocz (6-5)

The preliminary fights start with John 'The Natural' Alessio (21-12, 1-0 PRIDE) against Robert Jocz (6-5, 0-0 PRIDE).

The referee is Herb Dean. Our judges are: Romulo Bittencourt, Richard Bertrand, and Abe Belardo.

Round 1
(Rd 1 - 10:00) And here we go!
(Rd 1 - 09:45) Alessio looked like he was about to shoot, but Jocz stepped in fast and started a clinch.
(Rd 1 - 09:31) Jocz is trying to push Alessio so that his back is up against the ropes.
(Rd 1 - 09:31) Jocz manages it and controls Alessio up against the ropes.
(Rd 1 - 09:18) With the ropes trapping Alessio, Jocz looks to try and take him down by going low and taking out both legs.
(Rd 1 - 09:18) Jocz has the takedown and gets side control from it.
(Rd 1 - 09:07) Jocz fires off a few punches as he catches his breath.
(Rd 1 - 08:44) Jocz blocks Alessio as he tries a transition to guard.
(Rd 1 - 08:25) Jocz fires off a few punches as he catches his breath.
(Rd 1 - 08:03) Alessio tries to move to guard, but Jocz doesn't allow it.
(Rd 1 - 07:44) Jocz punches down at Alessio, but they are easily taken on the gloves.
(Rd 1 - 07:20) Alessio tries to move to guard, but Jocz doesn't allow it.
(Rd 1 - 07:03) Looking to catch his breath, Jocz is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body.
(Rd 1 - 06:41) Jocz blocks Alessio as he tries a transition to guard.
(Rd 1 - 06:28) Jocz looks to get a mount.
(Rd 1 - 06:28) He can't get the mount as Alessio rolls away to stop it, but does take his back instead.
(Rd 1 - 05:47) Jocz tries to get the rear naked choke applied.
(Rd 1 - 05:47) Alessio stops Jocz from getting his arm under the chin and completing the choke.
(Rd 1 - 05:09) Alessio tries to move Jocz off his back but can't.
(Rd 1 - 04:47) Jocz tries to get his hooks in, but can't.
(Rd 1 - 04:35) Jocz blocks an attempt to roll him off of the back.
(Rd 1 - 04:10) Jocz pounds away and Alessio is having serious difficulty surviving them!
(Rd 1 - 03:55) Jocz tries to get the rear naked choke applied.
(Rd 1 - 03:55) Alessio stops Jocz from getting his arm under the chin and completing the choke.
(Rd 1 - 03:16) Alessio tries to turn over and sweep Jocz but can't do it.
(Rd 1 - 03:03) Jocz tries to put Alessio in a rear naked choke.
(Rd 1 - 03:03) Alessio fights off the rear naked choke attempt.
(Rd 1 - 02:38) Jocz blocks an attempt to roll him off of the back.
(Rd 1 - 02:20) Jocz pounds away with rights, Alessio is eating some sickeningly heavy shots to the face!
(Rd 1 - 02:20) Alessio goes limp for a second, referee Herb Dean leaps in to stop the fight!
(Rd 1 - 02:04) The winner, by knock out; Robert Jocz!

Official Result: Robert Jocz def. John Alessio by KO (Punch) in 7:56 of Round 1.

Curtis Brigham (13-5) vs. Bart Palaszewski (28-11)
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Next up is a match in which Curtis Brigham (13-5, 0-0 PRIDE) competes against Bart 'Bartimus' Palaszewski (28-11, 0-2 PRIDE).

Herb Dean is the referee for this fight. The judges are: Andy Roberts, Marcos Rosales, and Romulo Bittencourt.

Round 1
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The fight begins!
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The fighters touch gloves.
(Rd 1 - 09:48) Palaszewski hits a left jab and then hits a nice straight right that lands hard.
(Rd 1 - 09:32) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 09:07) Palaszewski moves in closer, ready to attack.
(Rd 1 - 09:07) It looked like we were about to see a shot from Brigham, but Palaszewski was more aggressive and took the initiative.
(Rd 1 - 09:07) Palaszewski hits a left jab and then catches Brigham with a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 08:52) Palaszewski shoots in for a takedown.
(Rd 1 - 08:52) Palaszewski couldn't complete the single leg, but does end up standing holding a leg while Brigham hops in place on the other.
(Rd 1 - 08:52) Palaszewski drives Brigham up against the ropes.
(Rd 1 - 08:41) Palaszewski tries to take Brigham down.
(Rd 1 - 08:41) Brigham cannot stop the takedown and has to pull half guard.
(Rd 1 - 08:27) Palaszewski pounds away, but is unable to land many clean shots.
(Rd 1 - 08:15) Brigham tries to get full guard on Palaszewski but doesn't get anywhere.
(Rd 1 - 08:03) Palaszewski pounds away on Brigham, landing several good shots in the process.
(Rd 1 - 07:49) Palaszewski attempts to pass half guard.
(Rd 1 - 07:49) Palaszewski is too skilled for Brigham, passing half guard and gaining side control.
(Rd 1 - 07:02) Stuck under side control, Brigham takes a knee to the ribs.
(Rd 1 - 06:44) Palaszewski tries to lock Brigham into an arm triangle.
(Rd 1 - 06:44) Brigham fights off the arm triangle attempt.
(Rd 1 - 06:25) Brigham tries to move to guard, but Palaszewski doesn't allow it.
(Rd 1 - 06:12) Palaszewski tries to lock Brigham in a kimura.
(Rd 1 - 06:12) Brigham doesn't allow the kimura to be applied.
(Rd 1 - 05:37) Palaszewski blocks an attempt to pull guard.
(Rd 1 - 05:21) Palaszewski fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves.
(Rd 1 - 05:02) Brigham tries to pull guard on Palaszewski but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.
(Rd 1 - 04:47) Palaszewski holds Brigham in position with side control and hits a knee into the ribs.
(Rd 1 - 04:34) Palaszewski hits a knee strike to the ribs.
(Rd 1 - 04:22) The lack of progress forces the referee to stand the fighters back up.
(Rd 1 - 04:16) Palaszewski steps in and works his way to a dominant position in the clinch.
(Rd 1 - 03:58) Palaszewski uses a nice knee strike from the grapple and catches Brigham to the side of the stomach.
(Rd 1 - 03:38) Palaszewski is trying to push Brigham so that his back is up against the ropes.
(Rd 1 - 03:38) Palaszewski does it, Brigham is stuck with his back to the ropes.
(Rd 1 - 03:24) Palaszewski looks for a takedown by grabbing both his opponent's legs and trying to trip him to the mat.
(Rd 1 - 03:24) The takedown is completed, Palaszewski gets side control from it.
(Rd 1 - 03:05) Palaszewski uses side control to hit a knee just above the hip.
(Rd 1 - 02:50) Palaszewski attempts a kimura.
(Rd 1 - 02:50) Brigham gets caught by a kimura, it's in deep!
(Rd 1 - 02:50) No! Brigham manages to get his arm free. Clearly the hold couldn't have been as tight as it looked.
(Rd 1 - 02:50) Brigham is still under side control though and so the threat of more submission attempts remains.
(Rd 1 - 02:28) Palaszewski blocks Brigham as he tries a transition to guard.
(Rd 1 - 02:14) Palaszewski throws a few strikes, but they are without venom.
(Rd 1 - 01:52) Palaszewski blocks Brigham as he tries a transition to guard.
(Rd 1 - 01:37) Palaszewski tries to lock Brigham into a kimura.
(Rd 1 - 01:37) Brigham fights off the kimura attempt.
(Rd 1 - 01:17) Palaszewski blocks an attempt to pull guard.
(Rd 1 - 00:59) There's under a minute left in this round.
(Rd 1 - 00:59) Palaszewski fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves.
(Rd 1 - 00:29) Palaszewski blocks an attempt to pull guard.
(Rd 1 - 00:13) The lengthy period of stalemate results in referee Herb Dean standing them both back up.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round one.

Round 2
(Rd 2 - 05:00) Our last round, round two, begins!
(Rd 2 - 04:50) Brigham looked like he was going to shoot, but Palaszewski simply took the initiative first.
(Rd 2 - 04:50) Palaszewski can't connect with a jab, but then lands a big right hand.
(Rd 2 - 04:45) Retreating, Brigham looks punch-drunk...he may be in big trouble!
(Rd 2 - 04:45) A big right hand from Palaszewski drops Brigham!
(Rd 2 - 04:31) Palaszewski moves in quickly, kneeling beside Brigham and starting to hammer down with punches!
(Rd 2 - 04:31) Palaszewski fires away and Brigham is eating powerful shot after powerful shot!
(Rd 2 - 04:31) Referee Herb Dean jumps in and stops the fight as Brigham went limp!
(Rd 2 - 04:14) Bart Palaszewski takes the victory by way of knock out!

Official Result: Bart Palaszewski def. Chris Brigham by KO (Punch) in 0:46 of Round 1.

Mike Ricci (2-0) vs. Maciej Jewtuszko (5-0)
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Another match is about to begin; Mike 'The Martian' Ricci (2-0, 0-0 PRIDE) battling Maciej 'Irokez' Jewtuszko (5-0, 0-0 PRIDE).

Refereeing this bout will be Herb Dean. The judges for this bout are: Andy Roberts, Marcos Rosales, and Romulo Bittencourt.

Round 1
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Round one begins!
(Rd 1 - 09:50) Jewtuszko can't hit a set-up left jab, but then lands a right hand.
(Rd 1 - 09:25) Ricci lands a couple of weak left hands that barely registered.
(Rd 1 - 09:25) Jewtuszko uses a left jab, but Ricci evades a big right punch.
(Rd 1 - 09:05) Jewtuszko gets in close and clinches with Ricci.
(Rd 1 - 08:53) Ricci out-wrestles Jewtuszko and takes control of the grapple.
(Rd 1 - 08:39) Ricci uses a nice knee strike from the grapple and catches Jewtuszko to the side of the stomach.
(Rd 1 - 08:27) Ricci hits Jewtuszko with a knee strike to the body as they grapple.
(Rd 1 - 08:13) Ricci can't keep control, and Jewtuszko wrestles himself into a dominant position.
(Rd 1 - 07:49) Jewtuszko is trying to force Ricci into a Muay Thai clinch.
(Rd 1 - 07:49) Ricci wrestles his way into a dominant position in the grapple instead though.
(Rd 1 - 07:36) Ricci catches Jewtuszko with a knee strike to the body from the grapple.
(Rd 1 - 07:22) Ricci is trying to push Jewtuszko so that his back is up against the ropes.
(Rd 1 - 07:22) Ricci does it, Jewtuszko is stuck with his back to the ropes.
(Rd 1 - 07:02) Jewtuszko takes a sharp stomp to the foot.
(Rd 1 - 06:47) Ricci tries to take Jewtuszko down.
(Rd 1 - 06:47) Ricci doesn't get the takedown, Jewtuszko instead wrestles his way into controlling the grapple.
(Rd 1 - 06:29) Jewtuszko is aiming to get Ricci into a Muay Thai clinch.
(Rd 1 - 06:29) Ricci doesn't let himself get caught in the clinch.
(Rd 1 - 06:09) Jewtuszko looks for a foot stomp but Ricci takes the opportunity to turn them around so that he is in the dominant position.
(Rd 1 - 05:50) With Jewtuszko stuck against the ropes, Ricci tries to complete a takedown by going low and grabbing both legs.
(Rd 1 - 05:50) The takedown is completed, Jewtuszko is on his back and pulls half guard.
(Rd 1 - 05:38) Ricci pounds away with right hands, but doesn't do much damage.
(Rd 1 - 05:22) Jewtuszko tries to get full guard on Ricci but doesn't get anywhere.
(Rd 1 - 05:08) Ricci throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead.
(Rd 1 - 04:47) Ricci fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves.
(Rd 1 - 04:24) Jewtuszko tries to transition to full guard, but can't manage it.
(Rd 1 - 04:12) Ricci throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can catch his breath.
(Rd 1 - 03:56) Ricci blocks an attempted move from half guard to full guard.
(Rd 1 - 03:41) In half guard, Ricci catches his breath, content just to throw a couple of punches to the body.
(Rd 1 - 03:22) Ricci blocks Jewtuszko as he tries a transition to full guard.
(Rd 1 - 03:02) Ricci throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can catch his breath.
(Rd 1 - 02:46) Jewtuszko tries to move from half guard to full guard, but Ricci doesn't allow it.
(Rd 1 - 02:34) The lack of progress forces referee Herb Dean to stand the fighters back up.
(Rd 1 - 02:34) For the first time, Ricci is starting to breathe a little heavier.
(Rd 1 - 02:34) Jewtuszko is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now.
(Rd 1 - 02:24) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither lands anything worthwhile.
(Rd 1 - 01:55) Jewtuszko comes forward to attack.
(Rd 1 - 01:55) Jewtuszko steps into the pocket.
(Rd 1 - 01:55) Jewtuszko throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.
(Rd 1 - 01:33) Both fighters step in to strike.
(Rd 1 - 01:33) Jewtuszko lands a left hook. Ricci lands a left jab but misses with a right hand.
(Rd 1 - 01:20) A little fatigue may be creeping in, Jewtuszko is starting to move noticeably more slowly now.
(Rd 1 - 01:11) An exchange of strikes happens right in the center of the ring but neither fighter lands anything good.
(Rd 1 - 00:59) Jewtuszko stumbles his way into a clinch; he looks shattered.
(Rd 1 - 00:59) We move into the final sixty seconds of this round.
(Rd 1 - 00:59) Ricci uses a nice knee strike from the grapple and catches Jewtuszko to the side of the stomach.
(Rd 1 - 00:41) Jewtuszko gets caught with a knee strike to the body as they grapple.
(Rd 1 - 00:23) Jewtuszko gets caught with a knee strike to the body as they grapple.
(Rd 1 - 00:09) Ricci tries to wrestle Jewtuszko backward and up against the ropes.
(Rd 1 - 00:09) Ricci achieves it, pinning Jewtuszko to the ropes.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out on round one.

There is deep purple bruising evident on the body of Jewtuszko, he must be in a lot of pain right now.

Round 2
(Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell and the final round begins!
(Rd 2 - 04:54) Ricci may have been setting up to shoot, but Jewtuszko aggressively took the initiative.
(Rd 2 - 04:54) Jewtuszko throws a quick punch but doesn't land.
(Rd 2 - 04:34) Jewtuszko steps forward and a striking exchange begins.
(Rd 2 - 04:34) Ricci hit a counter left hand.
(Rd 2 - 04:34) Jewtuszko can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he hits Ricci with a straight right.
(Rd 2 - 04:27) Jewtuszko looks very tired out there, I think he is deep into his gas tank now.
(Rd 2 - 04:15) They come together and trade leather but neither fighter really does any damage.
(Rd 2 - 03:55) Jewtuszko stumbles his way into a clinch; he looks shattered.
(Rd 2 - 03:55) Ricci hits Jewtuszko with a big knee strike to the body from the grapple.
(Rd 2 - 03:43) Ricci is trying to push Jewtuszko so that his back is up against the ropes.
(Rd 2 - 03:43) Jewtuszko ends up backed against the ropes.
(Rd 2 - 03:27) With the ropes trapping Jewtuszko, Ricci looks to try and take him down by going low and taking out both legs.
(Rd 2 - 03:27) Ricci has the takedown and gets side control from it.
(Rd 2 - 03:14) Ricci fires away and Jewtuszko is clearly hurt by a couple of nasty looking punches.
(Rd 2 - 02:54) Ricci attempts to move to mount.
(Rd 2 - 02:54) Jewtuszko rolls to the side to try and escape the mount but only succeeds in giving up his back instead.
(Rd 2 - 02:09) Ricci successfully gets both hooks in, and seems primed to finish.
(Rd 2 - 01:52) Ricci doesn't look like he has much left in the tank.
(Rd 2 - 01:52) Ricci unloads with big rights and lands a few powerful shots.
(Rd 2 - 01:32) Ricci pounds away and Jewtuszko struggles to deal with them.
(Rd 2 - 01:17) Ricci fires away and Jewtuszko is clearly hurt by a couple of nasty looking punches.
(Rd 2 - 01:01) With both hooks in, Ricci tries to flatten Jewtuszko out for the rear naked choke.
(Rd 2 - 01:01) Jewtuszko doesn't allow the arm to go under his chin.
(Rd 2 - 00:31) Jewtuszko looks very, very tired.
(Rd 2 - 00:31) Ricci maintains his hooks, despite Jewtuszko trying to break them.
(Rd 2 - 00:19) Ricci pounds away, but Jewtuszko isn't troubled by the strikes.
(Rd 2 - 00:00) Time runs out and that's the end of the fight.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Here come the official decisions.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) All three judges have agreed that Ricci is the winner.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) So the winner, by unanimous decision, is Mike 'The Martian' Ricci!

Official Result: Mike Ricci def. Maciej Jewtuszko by Unanimous Decision.

Tim Hague (4-1) vs. Damian Grabowski (3-1)

Another match is about to begin; 'The Thrashing Machine' Tim Hague (4-1, 0-0 PRIDE) taking on 'The Polish Pitbull' Damian Grabowski (3-1, 0-0 PRIDE).

Marc Goddard is the referee for this fight. The judges for this bout are: Romulo Bittencourt, Richard Bertrand, and Abe Belardo.

Round 1
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Round one begins!
(Rd 1 - 09:51) Grabowski shoots in for a takedown.
(Rd 1 - 09:51) Hague almost stops the takedown but is left hopping on one leg while Grabowski holds the other.
(Rd 1 - 09:51) Unable to complete the takedown, Grabowski instead pushes Hague up against the ropes.
(Rd 1 - 09:38) With the ropes trapping Hague, Grabowski looks to try and take him down by going low and taking out both legs.
(Rd 1 - 09:38) It's unsuccessful, Hague maintained a good solid base.
(Rd 1 - 09:21) Grabowski ducks down and grabs a leg. Hague remains standing, using the ropes for support, but is under threat of a takedown now.
(Rd 1 - 09:21) Grabowski twists Hague down to the floor and manages to get side control!
(Rd 1 - 09:05) Grabowski throws a few right hands to the body.
(Rd 1 - 08:44) Grabowski throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead.
(Rd 1 - 08:19) Hague tries to pull guard on Grabowski but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.
(Rd 1 - 08:02) Grabowski throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move.
(Rd 1 - 07:43) Grabowski blocks an attempt to pull guard.
(Rd 1 - 07:28) Grabowski throws a few strikes, but they are without venom.
(Rd 1 - 06:59) Hague tries to move to guard, but Grabowski doesn't allow it.
(Rd 1 - 06:48) Grabowski throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead.
(Rd 1 - 06:31) Grabowski blocks Hague as he tries a transition to guard.
(Rd 1 - 06:17) Looking to catch his breath, Grabowski is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body.
(Rd 1 - 05:55) Grabowski blocks Hague as he tries a transition to guard.
(Rd 1 - 05:35) The lengthy period of stalemate results in the referee standing them both back up.
(Rd 1 - 05:24) Grabowski shoots in for a takedown.
(Rd 1 - 05:24) Hague almost got away but not quite; he is left hopping while Grabowski has hold of one leg.
(Rd 1 - 05:24) Grabowski uses the position to drive Hague up against the ropes.
(Rd 1 - 05:01) Grabowski goes low and comes up holding a single leg, leaving Hague hopping and in danger of getting taken down.
(Rd 1 - 05:01) Grabowski uses the leg to pull Hague down to the mat and is able to secure side control!
(Rd 1 - 04:47) Grabowski pounds away, but Hague calmly deals with them.
(Rd 1 - 04:33) Hague tries to pull guard on Grabowski but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.
(Rd 1 - 04:21) Grabowski throws a few strikes, but they are without venom.
(Rd 1 - 03:57) Grabowski fires away with punches but only a few actually find their way through.
(Rd 1 - 03:42) Hague tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.
(Rd 1 - 03:27) Grabowski throws a few right hands, but is mainly trying to catch his breath.
(Rd 1 - 03:08) Grabowski blocks an attempt to pull guard.
(Rd 1 - 02:53) Grabowski throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead.
(Rd 1 - 02:26) Grabowski blocks Hague as he tries a transition to guard.
(Rd 1 - 02:13) Grabowski pounds away with right hands, but doesn't do much damage.
(Rd 1 - 01:56) Hague tries to move to guard, but Grabowski doesn't allow it.
(Rd 1 - 01:39) Grabowski fires away with right hands, but Hague doesn't take much damage.
(Rd 1 - 01:27) Hague tries to pull guard on Grabowski but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.
(Rd 1 - 01:09) The referee decides that there is a lack of progress being made and stands them back up.
(Rd 1 - 00:57) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.
(Rd 1 - 00:57) Hague throws a quick punch but doesn't hit.
(Rd 1 - 00:51) For the first time, Hague is starting to breathe a little heavier.
(Rd 1 - 00:44) Grabowski shoots in for a takedown.
(Rd 1 - 00:44) Grabowski gets hold of a leg but Hague remains standing, hopping on the other foot.
(Rd 1 - 00:44) Grabowski uses the position to drive Hague up against the ropes.
(Rd 1 - 00:20) Grabowski attempts a trip to put Hague on the ground.
(Rd 1 - 00:20) Grabowski uses a nice inside leg trip and Hague is forced to pull half guard!
(Rd 1 - 00:08) Grabowski pounds away but is unable to inflict much damage on Hague.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round one.

You can hear some boos from the audience, they weren't impressed with that round at all.

Round 2
(Rd 2 - 05:00) And here we go, one last round!
(Rd 2 - 04:51) Grabowski shoots in, looking for a takedown.
(Rd 2 - 04:51) Grabowski gets hold of a leg but Hague remains standing, hopping on the other foot.
(Rd 2 - 04:51) Grabowski can't get Hague down and so settles for pushing him up against the ropes.
(Rd 2 - 04:36) With Hague stuck against the ropes, Grabowski tries to complete a takedown by going low and grabbing both legs.
(Rd 2 - 04:36) Grabowski can't get Hague down to the ground.
(Rd 2 - 04:19) With Hague stuck against the ropes, Grabowski tries to complete a takedown by going low and grabbing both legs.
(Rd 2 - 04:19) Grabowski doesn't get the takedown, Hague instead wrestles his way into controlling the grapple.
(Rd 2 - 04:08) Hague moves back away from the grapple.
(Rd 2 - 04:03) A few deep breaths betray that Grabowski is starting to get into the deeper reaches of his gas tank.
(Rd 2 - 03:55) Grabowski may have been setting up to shoot, but Hague aggressively took the initiative.
(Rd 2 - 03:55) A punch from Hague fails to land.
(Rd 2 - 03:38) A tired Grabowski moves forward, looking for a takedown.
(Rd 2 - 03:38) Grabowski gets hold of a leg but Hague remains standing, hopping on the other foot.
(Rd 2 - 03:38) Grabowski uses the position to drive Hague up against the ropes.
(Rd 2 - 03:21) With Hague stuck against the ropes, Grabowski tries to complete a takedown by going low and grabbing both legs.
(Rd 2 - 03:21) Grabowski can't get Hague down to the ground.
(Rd 2 - 03:01) With Hague stuck against the ropes, Grabowski tries to complete a takedown by going low and grabbing both legs.
(Rd 2 - 03:01) Hague cannot stop the takedown and has to pull guard.
(Rd 2 - 02:45) Breathing very hard, Grabowski is looking ragged.
(Rd 2 - 02:45) Grabowski pounds away with rights but fails to land any significant blows.
(Rd 2 - 02:27) Hague tries to pull Grabowski in close and pepper him with short strikes, but can't.
(Rd 2 - 02:16) Grabowski starts trying to work to get past the guard.
(Rd 2 - 02:16) Grabowski passes to side control, but doesn't have time to secure the position before Hague starts scrambling.
(Rd 2 - 02:03) Hague is breathing very hard.
(Rd 2 - 02:03) Grabowski is up first and quickly grabs Hague as he too stands up, getting back control.
(Rd 2 - 01:46) Controlling Hague from behind, Grabowski tries to drag him down.
(Rd 2 - 01:46) Hague tries hard to block it, but Grabowski drags him to the ground.
(Rd 2 - 01:30) Grabowski gets side control off the takedown.
(Rd 2 - 01:30) Grabowski pounds away, but Hague calmly deals with them.
(Rd 2 - 01:10) Hague tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.
(Rd 2 - 00:58) There's under a minute left in this round.
(Rd 2 - 00:58) Grabowski throws a few right hands to the body.
(Rd 2 - 00:28) Hague tries to move to guard, but Grabowski doesn't allow it.
(Rd 2 - 00:17) Grabowski unloads with some right hands, but Hague deals with them comfortably.
(Rd 2 - 00:01) Hague tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.
(Rd 2 - 00:00) The time expires on round two, and that is the end of the fight.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) The judges' decisions are now being announced.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) All three judges have given Grabowski the win.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Making 'The Polish Pitbull' Damian Grabowski the winner by unanimous decision!

Official Result: Damian Grabowski def. Tim Hague by Unanimous Decision.

Kalib Starnes (8-3-1) vs. Michal Materla (15-3)

Next up, Kalib Starnes (8-3-1, 0-0 PRIDE) vs. Michal 'Magic' Materla (15-3, 0-0 PRIDE).

John McCarthy will be the referee. The judges for this bout are: Romulo Bittencourt, Richard Bertrand, and Abe Belardo.

Both fighters came in at the same weight at yesterday's weigh ins, but Starnes clearly has a significant weight advantage now.

Starnes spends the introductions stretching, preparing himself for battle.

Round 1
(Rd 1 - 10:00) There's the opening bell!
(Rd 1 - 09:52) Materla chooses to shoot in on Starnes.
(Rd 1 - 09:52) Materla gets hold of a leg but Starnes remains standing, hopping on the other foot.
(Rd 1 - 09:52) Materla can't get Starnes down and so settles for pushing him up against the ropes.
(Rd 1 - 09:37) Materla traps Starnes up against the ropes, using double underhooks for control.
(Rd 1 - 09:37) The gruelling grappling contest continues for about the next sixty seconds with both fighters looking to avoid leaving any openings.
(Rd 1 - 08:37) With Starnes stuck against the ropes, Materla tries to complete a takedown by going low and grabbing both legs.
(Rd 1 - 08:37) Materla has the takedown and gets side control from it.
(Rd 1 - 08:17) Materla attempts to kimura Starnes from side control.
(Rd 1 - 08:17) Starnes fights off the kimura attempt.
(Rd 1 - 07:41) Materla tries to ensnare Starnes in an arm triangle.
(Rd 1 - 07:41) Starnes stops Materla from applying it.
(Rd 1 - 07:17) In side control, Materla throws a couple of punches designed to keep Starnes guessing.
(Rd 1 - 06:50) In side control, Materla throws a couple of punches designed to keep Starnes guessing.
(Rd 1 - 06:23) Materla throws a few right hands to the body.
(Rd 1 - 05:54) With no progress being made, referee John McCarthy stands them back up.
(Rd 1 - 05:49) There's a takedown attempt from Materla.
(Rd 1 - 05:49) Starnes almost stops the takedown but is left hopping on one leg while Materla holds the other.
(Rd 1 - 05:49) Materla drives Starnes up against the ropes.
(Rd 1 - 05:32) Materla presses Starnes up against the ropes.
(Rd 1 - 05:32) Sixty seconds goes by with something of a stalemate happening, neither fighter being able to improve their position or generate an advantage.
(Rd 1 - 04:27) Unable to break free, Starnes is smothered up against the ropes.
(Rd 1 - 04:27) The next sixty seconds or so becomes a stalemate as neither fighter risks leaving a crucial opening that the other can exploit.
(Rd 1 - 03:40) With the fight having been stuck against the ropes for a lengthy period of time, referee John McCarthy restarts them back in the center.
(Rd 1 - 03:35) Materla shoots in, looking for a takedown.
(Rd 1 - 03:35) Starnes almost got away but not quite; he is left hopping while Materla has hold of one leg.
(Rd 1 - 03:35) Materla drives Starnes up against the ropes.
(Rd 1 - 03:19) Starnes is controlled up against the ropes and takes a hard foot stomp.
(Rd 1 - 03:12) Materla, looking for a takedown, manages to secure a leg, leaving Starnes hopping on one foot.
(Rd 1 - 03:12) In one slick motion, Materla trips Starnes down to the mat!
(Rd 1 - 03:12) Materla takes the back of Starnes directly off the takedown.
(Rd 1 - 02:44) Materla fires away with punches but only a few actually find their way through.
(Rd 1 - 02:24) Materla attempts to complete a rear naked choke.
(Rd 1 - 02:24) Starnes stops Materla from getting his arm under the chin and completing the choke.
(Rd 1 - 02:04) Materla blocks an attempt to roll him off of the back.
(Rd 1 - 01:52) Starnes prevents himself falling into even more serious trouble, blocking Materla from getting hooks in.
(Rd 1 - 01:38) Starnes tries to move Materla off his back but can't.
(Rd 1 - 01:26) Materla unloads with some right hands, but Starnes deals with them comfortably.
(Rd 1 - 01:11) Starnes tries to turn over and sweep Materla but can't do it.
(Rd 1 - 00:55) There's under a minute left in this round.
(Rd 1 - 00:55) Materla pounds away on Starnes, landing a few clean shots but not many.
(Rd 1 - 00:37) Materla attempts to get a rear naked choke fully applied.
(Rd 1 - 00:37) Starnes doesn't allow the rear naked choke to be applied.
(Rd 1 - 00:04) Starnes tries to move Materla off his back but can't.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out on round one.

Round 2
(Rd 2 - 05:00) And here we go, one last round!
(Rd 2 - 04:50) Materla chooses to shoot in on Starnes.
(Rd 2 - 04:50) Starnes almost got away but not quite; he is left hopping while Materla has hold of one leg.
(Rd 2 - 04:50) Unable to complete the takedown, Materla instead pushes Starnes up against the ropes.
(Rd 2 - 04:34) Materla looks for a takedown by grabbing both his opponent's legs and trying to trip him to the mat.
(Rd 2 - 04:34) He has the takedown! Starnes pulls half guard.
(Rd 2 - 04:15) Materla begins trying to get his leg free of half guard and get a better position.
(Rd 2 - 04:15) He gets past half guard, gaining side control.
(Rd 2 - 03:34) Materla is trying to move from side control to mount.
(Rd 2 - 03:34) He doesn't get the mount, but only because Starnes rolled over and gave up his back instead.
(Rd 2 - 02:53) Materla pounds away with rights, a couple of heavy shots get through and rock Starnes.
(Rd 2 - 02:42) Materla tries to increase his control by getting both hooks in, but Starnes blocks it.
(Rd 2 - 02:29) Starnes tries to move Materla off his back but can't.
(Rd 2 - 02:15) Materla tries to put Starnes in a rear naked choke.
(Rd 2 - 02:15) Starnes stops Materla from getting his arm under the chin and completing the choke.
(Rd 2 - 01:59) Materla blocks an attempt to roll him off of the back.
(Rd 2 - 01:35) Materla tries to get his hooks in, but can't.
(Rd 2 - 01:19) Materla blocks an attempt to roll him off of the back.
(Rd 2 - 01:07) Materla attempts to complete a rear naked choke.
(Rd 2 - 01:07) Starnes fights off the rear naked choke attempt.
(Rd 2 - 00:40) Starnes tries to move Materla off his back but can't.
(Rd 2 - 00:28) Breathing very hard, Starnes is looking ragged.
(Rd 2 - 00:28) Materla pounds away, Starnes is taking heavy shot after heavy shot!
(Rd 2 - 00:28) The referee jumps in and saves Starnes from taking any more shots!
(Rd 2 - 00:09) By TKO, the winner is Michal Materla!

Official Result: Michal Materla def. Kalib Starnes by TKO (Strikes) in 4:51 of Round 2.

Izuru Takeuchi (22-12-6) vs. Rousimar Palhares (7-3)

Another match is about to begin; Izuru Takeuchi (22-12-6, 1-2 PRIDE) going head to head with Rousimar 'Toquinho' Palhares (7-3, 0-1 PRIDE).

The referee is Herb Dean. The judges are: Andy Roberts, Marcos Rosales, and Romulo Bittencourt.

Although they weighed in the same, it's noticeable that Palhares looks a lot heavier than his opponent now.

Round 1
(Rd 1 - 10:00) We are underway!
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The fighters touch gloves.
(Rd 1 - 09:53) Palhares chooses to shoot in on Takeuchi.
(Rd 1 - 09:53) Takeuchi almost stops the takedown but is left hopping on one leg while Palhares holds the other.
(Rd 1 - 09:53) With Takeuchi not going down, Palhares settles for pushing him up against the ropes.
(Rd 1 - 09:36) Takeuchi is pressed up against the ropes and simply can't break the control that Palhares has over him.
(Rd 1 - 09:36) They exchange short punches to the body for about a minute.
(Rd 1 - 08:29) With Takeuchi stuck against the ropes, Palhares tries to complete a takedown by going low and grabbing both legs.
(Rd 1 - 08:29) He gets the takedown.
(Rd 1 - 08:29) The takedown allows Palhares to take the back of Takeuchi.
(Rd 1 - 08:11) Palhares unloads with big rights and Takeuchi is getting rocked!
(Rd 1 - 07:52) Takeuchi prevents himself falling into even more serious trouble, blocking Palhares from getting hooks in.
(Rd 1 - 07:32) Takeuchi tries to turn over and sweep Palhares but can't do it.
(Rd 1 - 07:17) Palhares tries to get a body triangle applied but can't quite manage it.
(Rd 1 - 07:03) Takeuchi tries a roll, but doesn't budge Palhares.
(Rd 1 - 06:47) Palhares tries to get a body triangle applied but can't quite manage it.
(Rd 1 - 06:25) Palhares blocks Takeuchi as he tries to roll over.
(Rd 1 - 06:02) The referee decides that there is a lack of progress being made and stands them back up.
(Rd 1 - 05:55) An exchange of blows comes and goes without either fighter really landing anything significant.
(Rd 1 - 05:28) Palhares comes in, looking for a takedown.
(Rd 1 - 05:28) Takeuchi almost stops the takedown but is left hopping on one leg while Palhares holds the other.
(Rd 1 - 05:28) Palhares drives Takeuchi up against the ropes.
(Rd 1 - 05:06) Showing good control, Palhares keeps Takeuchi stuck against the ropes.
(Rd 1 - 05:06) They engage in a gruelling close-up battle of short strikes for roughly a minute.
(Rd 1 - 03:51) Dropping down, Palhares secures a leg and starts looking for a takedown. Takeuchi is left hopping on his other leg, trying to balance.
(Rd 1 - 03:51) Takeuchi gets dragged to the mat where he pulls guard.
(Rd 1 - 03:31) Palhares tries to push apart the guard, maybe thinking of trying to isolate a leg.
(Rd 1 - 03:31) Takeuchi keeps his guard tight.
(Rd 1 - 03:03) Palhares fires away with punches, but does little in the way of damage.
(Rd 1 - 02:45) Palhares throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move.
(Rd 1 - 02:16) Palhares tries to break the guard of Takeuchi, perhaps looking for a leglock opportunity.
(Rd 1 - 02:16) Takeuchi defends himself well by keeping the guard tight.
(Rd 1 - 01:39) Palhares starts trying to work to get past the guard.
(Rd 1 - 01:39) Palhares gets past, but Takeuchi stops him at half guard.
(Rd 1 - 01:39) He may have been passed, but Takeuchi is making Palhares work very hard on the ground for position.
(Rd 1 - 00:41) Palhares fires off a few punches as he catches his breath.
(Rd 1 - 00:23) Palhares pounds away, but Takeuchi calmly deals with them.
(Rd 1 - 00:08) Palhares pounds away with rights but fails to land any significant blows.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round one.

Round 2
(Rd 2 - 05:00) And here we go, one last round!
(Rd 2 - 04:51) Takeuchi aggressively moves in and grapples with Palhares.
(Rd 2 - 04:38) Takeuchi looks for a trip takedown.
(Rd 2 - 04:38) Takeuchi doesn't get the takedown, Palhares instead wrestles his way into controlling the grapple.
(Rd 2 - 04:09) Wanting to take it to the ground, Palhares attempts to drag Takeuchi down into his guard.
(Rd 2 - 04:09) The attempt is successful, Takeuchi is sucked down into his guard.
(Rd 2 - 03:52) Palhares tries to sweep Takeuchi but doesn't get anywhere.
(Rd 2 - 03:37) Takeuchi throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move.
(Rd 2 - 03:07) Palhares attempts to grab an arm of Takeuchi from the bottom of the guard.
(Rd 2 - 03:07) Palhares cannot secure the arm.
(Rd 2 - 02:31) With a quick movement, Takeuchi throws a shoulder smash to the face and upper chest of Palhares.
(Rd 2 - 02:22) Palhares drags Takeuchi in to close control, then hits him with a couple of short punches.
(Rd 2 - 02:08) Takeuchi hits a short, sharp shoulder smash to the face of Palhares.
(Rd 2 - 02:01) Palhares drags Takeuchi in to close control, then hits him with a couple of short punches.
(Rd 2 - 01:46) Takeuchi hits a short, sharp shoulder smash to the face of Palhares.
(Rd 2 - 01:39) Palhares tries to ensnare an arm.
(Rd 2 - 01:39) Takeuchi doesn't let his arm get taken.
(Rd 2 - 01:16) Takeuchi throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can think.
(Rd 2 - 00:56) Palhares tries to ensnare an arm.
(Rd 2 - 00:56) Takeuchi gets caught in an armbar...and has no choice but to tap out!
(Rd 2 - 00:20) The winner, by submission, is Rousimar 'Toquinho' Palhares!

Official Result: Rousimar Palhares def. Izuru Takeuchi by Submission (Armbar) in 4:40 of Round 2.

Nobutatsu Suzuki (7-1-2) vs. Andre Dida (7-1-1)

Moving on to the next match, in which Nobutatsu Suzuki (7-1-2, 1-1 PRIDE) takes on Andre Dida (7-1-1, 3-1 PRIDE).

Our referee is John McCarthy. Our judges at ringside are: Marcos Rosales, Romulo Bittencourt, and Richard Bertrand.

Round 1
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Round one begins!
(Rd 1 - 10:00) They start with a touch of gloves.
(Rd 1 - 09:48) The fighters go toe-to-toe with strikes but the flurry ends without any really damaging shots landing.
(Rd 1 - 09:16) Suzuki stands ready as Dida moves in.
(Rd 1 - 09:16) Dida misses with a big right hand, allowing Suzuki to counter with a jab and a right hook that is ducked.
(Rd 1 - 08:54) Dida steps in to strike.
(Rd 1 - 08:54) Dida misses with a left jab but lands a nice right hook.
(Rd 1 - 08:34) Dida steps in, watched all the way by Suzuki.
(Rd 1 - 08:34) Suzuki finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.
(Rd 1 - 08:34) Dida nails a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 08:17) Dida comes in looking to strike.
(Rd 1 - 08:17) Dida lands a nice right hook.
(Rd 1 - 08:01) Moving forward, Dida looks to strike. Suzuki stands ready.
(Rd 1 - 08:01) Both fighters strike but nobody manages to land.
(Rd 1 - 08:01) Dida doesn't connect with a right hand.
(Rd 1 - 08:01) Suzuki tries a right hook but misses.
(Rd 1 - 07:42) Suzuki stands ready as Dida moves in.
(Rd 1 - 07:42) Dida hits a good right hand. Suzuki uses a left jab and also connects cleanly with a right hand.
(Rd 1 - 07:20) Moving forward, Dida looks to strike. Suzuki stands ready.
(Rd 1 - 07:20) Dida uses a left jab and also hits a good right hand.
(Rd 1 - 06:59) Suzuki lets Dida step in, ready to counter.
(Rd 1 - 06:59) Dida nails a vicious right cross!
(Rd 1 - 06:54) He's down! Suzuki falls to the floor!
(Rd 1 - 06:54) Dida quickly goes for the kill, looking to stomp and kick the dazed Suzuki!
(Rd 1 - 06:54) Suzuki is back up too fast though.
(Rd 1 - 06:20) Suzuki lets Dida step in, ready to counter.
(Rd 1 - 06:20) Dida hits a good right hand.
(Rd 1 - 06:00) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.
(Rd 1 - 05:38) Dida steps in to strike.
(Rd 1 - 05:38) Suzuki hits a left hand.
(Rd 1 - 05:38) Dida hits a left jab and also nails a vicious right cross!
(Rd 1 - 05:29) Suzuki goes down hard, he's out!
(Rd 1 - 05:29) Andre Dida takes the victory by way of knock out!

Official Result: Andre Dida def. Nobutatsu Suzuki by KO (Punch) in 4:31 of Round 1.

Eiji Mitsuoka (12-6-2) vs. Patricio Freire (10-1)

Next up, Eiji Mitsuoka (12-6-2, 4-3-1 PRIDE) squaring off with Patricio 'Pitbull' Freire (10-1, 2-1 PRIDE).

Our referee is Marc Goddard. The judges for this bout are: Marcos Rosales, Romulo Bittencourt, and Richard Bertrand.

Round 1
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The fight begins!
(Rd 1 - 09:48) Both fighters want to get in close, and they get into a clinch.
(Rd 1 - 09:48) Freire manages to aggressively get a good position in the clinch.
(Rd 1 - 09:42) Freire hits Mitsuoka with a knee strike to the body as they grapple.
(Rd 1 - 09:27) Freire uses a nice knee strike from the grapple and catches Mitsuoka to the side of the stomach.
(Rd 1 - 09:07) Using his wrestling skills, Freire is trying to push Mitsuoka up against the ropes.
(Rd 1 - 09:07) Mitsuoka ends up backed against the ropes.
(Rd 1 - 08:50) Freire tries to take Mitsuoka down.
(Rd 1 - 08:50) The takedown is completed, Mitsuoka is on his back and pulls guard.
(Rd 1 - 08:39) Freire tries to pound on Mitsuoka, but none of the blows land with any degree of power.
(Rd 1 - 08:25) Freire attempts to pass guard.
(Rd 1 - 08:25) He passes guard, but Mitsuoka was ready and immediately starts to scramble.
(Rd 1 - 08:12) Freire manages to come out on top with side control.
(Rd 1 - 07:56) Freire attempts an armbar.
(Rd 1 - 07:56) Mitsuoka stops Freire from applying it.
(Rd 1 - 07:38) Freire attempts an armbar.
(Rd 1 - 07:38) Mitsuoka doesn't allow the armbar to be applied.
(Rd 1 - 07:15) Freire begins trying to get himself into a mount.
(Rd 1 - 07:15) Mitsuoka desperately tries to fight the mount, and they find themselves scrambling for position.
(Rd 1 - 07:03) The scramble ends with Freire grabbing Mitsuoka and shoving him up against the ropes.
(Rd 1 - 06:50) Freire looks for a takedown by grabbing both his opponent's legs and trying to trip him to the mat.
(Rd 1 - 06:50) The takedown is completed, Freire gets side control from it.
(Rd 1 - 06:36) Freire throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead.
(Rd 1 - 06:14) Freire begins trying to get himself into mount.
(Rd 1 - 06:14) Mitsuoka was ready for it though and starts scrambling immediately.
(Rd 1 - 06:03) Freire somehow manages to come out on top of Mitsuoka in north-south position.
(Rd 1 - 05:43) Freire tries to lock Mitsuoka in a north-south choke.
(Rd 1 - 05:43) Mitsuoka defends the choke, but can't get any space and Freire goes to side control.
(Rd 1 - 05:24) Freire throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead.
(Rd 1 - 05:05) Freire throws some small strikes, but is clearly just taking a moment to try and catch his breath.
(Rd 1 - 04:39) Freire fires off a few punches as he catches his breath.
(Rd 1 - 04:20) Freire throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead.
(Rd 1 - 04:02) Freire throws a few right hands to the body.
(Rd 1 - 03:33) Freire fires off a few punches as he catches his breath.
(Rd 1 - 03:07) With no progress being made, referee Marc Goddard brings the fighters back to their feet.
(Rd 1 - 03:00) A punch from Freire fails to land.
(Rd 1 - 02:55) Mitsuoka seizes the chance and grabs Freire into a clinch.
(Rd 1 - 02:45) Mitsuoka attempts a leg-sweep trip to put Freire on the ground.
(Rd 1 - 02:45) Mitsuoka doesn't get the trip, Freire instead wrestles his way into controlling the grapple.
(Rd 1 - 02:30) Freire hits Mitsuoka with a big knee strike to the body from the grapple.
(Rd 1 - 02:17) Freire catches Mitsuoka with a knee strike to the body from the grapple.
(Rd 1 - 01:57) Freire uses a nice knee strike from the grapple and catches Mitsuoka to the side of the stomach.
(Rd 1 - 01:42) Freire is looking to muscle Mitsuoka back against the ropes.
(Rd 1 - 01:42) Mitsuoka ends up backed against the ropes.
(Rd 1 - 01:29) Freire tries to take Mitsuoka down.
(Rd 1 - 01:29) Freire doesn't get it, Mitsuoka blocked any attempt to move him.
(Rd 1 - 01:11) With Mitsuoka stuck against the ropes, Freire tries to complete a takedown by going low and grabbing both legs.
(Rd 1 - 01:11) Mitsuoka cannot stop the takedown and has to pull guard.
(Rd 1 - 00:56) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.
(Rd 1 - 00:56) Freire pounds away with right hands, but doesn't do much damage.
(Rd 1 - 00:44) Freire keeps Mitsuoka guessing with a few quick strikes.
(Rd 1 - 00:28) Freire pounds away with rights but fails to land any significant blows.
(Rd 1 - 00:16) Freire tries to push apart the guard, maybe thinking of trying to isolate a leg.
(Rd 1 - 00:16) Mitsuoka blocks it by keeping his guard secure.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round one.

A large bruise is starting to appear on the side of Mitsuoka, he has not defended his rib cage well enough so far tonight.

Round 2
(Rd 2 - 05:00) And here we go, one last round!
(Rd 2 - 04:52) Freire fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits a nice straight right that lands hard.
(Rd 2 - 04:34) They come together and start wrestling in the over-under clinch position.
(Rd 2 - 04:34) Freire manages to aggressively get a good position in the clinch.
(Rd 2 - 04:26) Freire is trying to muscle Mitsuoka up against the ropes.
(Rd 2 - 04:26) He does so and now has Mitsuoka pinned to the ropes.
(Rd 2 - 04:13) With the ropes trapping Mitsuoka, Freire looks to try and take him down by going low and taking out both legs.
(Rd 2 - 04:13) Freire has the takedown and gets side control from it.
(Rd 2 - 04:00) Freire tries to lock Mitsuoka in an arm triangle.
(Rd 2 - 04:00) Mitsuoka doesn't allow the arm triangle to be applied.
(Rd 2 - 03:35) Freire attempts the mount.
(Rd 2 - 03:35) He doesn't get the mount, but only because Mitsuoka rolled over and gave up his back instead.
(Rd 2 - 02:46) Freire attempts to complete a rear naked choke.
(Rd 2 - 02:46) Mitsuoka doesn't allow the arm to go under his chin.
(Rd 2 - 02:13) Freire blocks an attempt to roll him off of the back.
(Rd 2 - 02:00) Freire tries to get his hooks in, but can't.
(Rd 2 - 01:42) Freire blocks Mitsuoka as he tries to roll over.
(Rd 2 - 01:18) Mitsuoka does well to block an attempt to apply a body triangle.
(Rd 2 - 00:53) Mitsuoka tries a roll, but doesn't budge Freire.
(Rd 2 - 00:33) Freire tries to finish Mitsuoka off with a rear naked choke.
(Rd 2 - 00:33) Mitsuoka fights off the rear naked choke attempt.
(Rd 2 - 00:03) Freire blocks Mitsuoka as he tries to roll over.
(Rd 2 - 00:00) Mitsuoka is breathing very hard.
(Rd 2 - 00:00) The time expires on round two, and that is the end of the fight.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) The judges' decisions are now being announced.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) All three judges have given Freire the win.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) The winner, by unanimous decision, is Patricio 'Pitbull' Freire!

Official Result: Patricio Freire def. Eiji Mitsuoka by Unanimous Decision.

Kazuhiro Nakamura (13-7) vs. Vinny Magalhaes (6-2-1 NC)

Moving on, Kazuhiro 'Kaz' Nakamura (13-7, 12-7 PRIDE) battles Vinny 'Pezao' Magalhaes (6-2-1 NC, 3-1 PRIDE).

The referee is John McCarthy. The judges for this bout are: Romulo Bittencourt, Richard Bertrand, and Abe Belardo.

Although they weighed in the same, it's noticeable that Magalhaes looks a lot heavier than his opponent now.

Round 1
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The fight begins!
(Rd 1 - 09:46) Nakamura confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes.
(Rd 1 - 09:46) Magalhaes appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Nakamura took the initiative first.
(Rd 1 - 09:46) Nakamura fails to find a home for his jab, but then catches Magalhaes with a crunching right hook.
(Rd 1 - 09:24) They clinch up and start jockeying for position.
(Rd 1 - 09:24) Magalhaes seems to get the advantage.
(Rd 1 - 09:14) Nakamura out-wrestles Magalhaes and takes control of the grapple.
(Rd 1 - 08:47) Nakamura is trying to push Magalhaes so that his back is up against the ropes.
(Rd 1 - 08:47) Nakamura doesn't manage it though, Magalhaes defended it well.
(Rd 1 - 08:32) Using his wrestling skills, Magalhaes is trying to push Nakamura up against the ropes.
(Rd 1 - 08:32) He does so and now has Nakamura pinned to the ropes.
(Rd 1 - 08:13) Nakamura is controlled up against the ropes and takes a hard foot stomp.
(Rd 1 - 08:04) Magalhaes attempts a trip to put Nakamura on the ground.
(Rd 1 - 08:04) Nakamura stops the attempted trip, then uses his wrestling to take control of the grapple and put Magalhaes against the ropes.
(Rd 1 - 07:45) With Magalhaes stuck against the ropes, Nakamura tries to set up a judo-style throw.
(Rd 1 - 07:45) Magalhaes has no answer to a great hip throw, he is left down under side control!
(Rd 1 - 07:25) Nakamura throws some small strikes, but is clearly just taking a moment to try and catch his breath.
(Rd 1 - 07:09) Magalhaes pulls half guard.
(Rd 1 - 06:49) Nakamura fires off some rights, but Magalhaes isn't troubled by them.
(Rd 1 - 06:30) Magalhaes skillfully moves to full guard.
(Rd 1 - 06:12) Nakamura throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can think.
(Rd 1 - 05:44) Magalhaes tries to catch Nakamura with a punch, but it is not on target.
(Rd 1 - 05:28) In guard, Nakamura throws a couple of punches designed to keep Magalhaes guessing.
(Rd 1 - 05:09) Magalhaes attempts to lock on a triangle choke.
(Rd 1 - 05:09) Nakamura gets caught by the triangle, and it's deep...there's no alternative but to tap out!
(Rd 1 - 04:42) The winner, by submission, is Vinny 'Pezao' Magalhaes!

Official Result: Vinny Magalhaes def. Kazuhiro Nakamura by Submission (Triangle Choke) in 5:18 of Round 1.

Kazuyuki Fujita (16-9) vs. Marcio Cruz (5-3)

In the last of the preliminary fights, 'Ol' Ironhead' Kazuyuki Fujita (16-9, 9-7 PRIDE) goes head to head with Marcio 'Pe de Pano' Cruz (5-3, 2-1 PRIDE) in the PRIDE Heavyweight division.

Refereeing this bout will be Marc Goddard. The judges are: Richard Bertrand, Abe Belardo, and Andy Roberts.

Round 1
(Rd 1 - 10:00) We are underway!
(Rd 1 - 09:49) A one-two from Fujita fails to land.
(Rd 1 - 09:40) Cruz gets hold of Fujita.
(Rd 1 - 09:33) Cruz looks to sweep a leg out from under Fujita so as to take him down with a trip.
(Rd 1 - 09:33) Cruz can't get the trip, as Fujita wrestles his way into a dominant position.
(Rd 1 - 09:11) Fujita, controlling the grapple with Cruz, tries to scoop him up for a slam.
(Rd 1 - 09:11) Cruz is able to block it and pull away from him.
(Rd 1 - 08:47) The fighters get in close and clinch.
(Rd 1 - 08:47) Cruz looks like he has gotten the better of the clinch.
(Rd 1 - 08:39) Cruz tries to use a trip takedown.
(Rd 1 - 08:39) It's unsuccessful, Fujita maintained a good solid base.
(Rd 1 - 08:26) Cruz looks to sweep a leg out from under Fujita so as to take him down with a trip.
(Rd 1 - 08:26) Cruz uses a nice inside leg trip and Fujita is forced to pull guard!
(Rd 1 - 08:07) Cruz fires off a few punches.
(Rd 1 - 07:44) Fujita throws out some punches, but Cruz leans back to avoid them.
(Rd 1 - 07:27) In guard, Cruz begins working to pass to side control.
(Rd 1 - 07:27) Advancing his position fairly easily, he passes to side control.
(Rd 1 - 06:46) Cruz looks to get a mount.
(Rd 1 - 06:46) Cruz shows his ground skills and slips to mount.
(Rd 1 - 06:08) Cruz fires away with punches and Fujita is taking powerful shot after powerful shot!
(Rd 1 - 06:08) Referee Marc Goddard has no option but to leap in and stop the fight!
(Rd 1 - 05:54) The winner, by TKO; Marcio Cruz!

Official Result: Marcio Cruz def. Kazuyuki Fujita by TKO (Strikes) in 4:06 of Round 1.

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Main Card

Sergey Golyaev (12-9) vs. Jong Man Kim (21-6-1 NC)

The main card opens with Sergey Golyaev (12-9, 1-1 PRIDE) battling Jong Man Kim (21-6-1 NC, 1-2 PRIDE).

Our referee is John McCarthy. Our ringside judges are: Abe Belardo, Andy Roberts, and Marcos Rosales.

Round 1
(Rd 1 - 10:00) We are underway!
(Rd 1 - 09:45) They come together and start wrestling in the over-under clinch position.
(Rd 1 - 09:45) Golyaev looks like he has gotten the better of the clinch.
(Rd 1 - 09:38) Golyaev looks for a trip takedown.
(Rd 1 - 09:38) The takedown is successful, Kim pulls half guard.
(Rd 1 - 09:26) Golyaev unloads with big rights, but Kim covers up well.
(Rd 1 - 09:14) Kim uses an underhook to work some separation, then quickly scrambles.
(Rd 1 - 09:14) It's a bad choice though, as Golyaev seizes the opportunity to leap forward and secure side control.
(Rd 1 - 08:58) Golyaev tries to lock Kim into a kimura.
(Rd 1 - 08:58) Kim blocks it.
(Rd 1 - 08:40) Golyaev blocks an attempt to pull guard.
(Rd 1 - 08:21) Golyaev holds Kim in position with side control and drives a big knee into the ribs!
(Rd 1 - 08:02) In side control, Golyaev throws a couple of punches designed to keep Kim guessing.
(Rd 1 - 07:45) Kim tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.
(Rd 1 - 07:32) Golyaev attempts the mount.
(Rd 1 - 07:32) He does it, and has the mount on Kim.
(Rd 1 - 07:02) Golyaev pounds away, but is unable to land many clean shots on Kim.
(Rd 1 - 06:45) Golyaev unloads with big right hands and Kim is struggling to cope!
(Rd 1 - 06:27) Golyaev pounds away on Kim, landing several good shots in the process.
(Rd 1 - 06:14) Golyaev fires away with punches, and Kim is stung by several big shots.
(Rd 1 - 05:54) Golyaev pounds away and Kim eats a few big strikes.
(Rd 1 - 05:40) Golyaev fires off some rights, but Kim isn't troubled by them.
(Rd 1 - 05:28) Kim tries to get to half guard but can't.
(Rd 1 - 05:17) Golyaev pounds away with right hands, but doesn't do much damage.
(Rd 1 - 05:05) Kim tries to sweep Golyaev out of mount but can't do it.
(Rd 1 - 04:43) Golyaev unloads with some right hands, but Kim deals with them comfortably.
(Rd 1 - 04:23) Golyaev counters an attempt by Kim to move him from mount by taking his back!
(Rd 1 - 04:10) Kim gets into an even worse position as Golyaev applies a body triangle.
(Rd 1 - 03:50) Golyaev, with the body triangle, attempts to get a rear naked choke fully applied.
(Rd 1 - 03:50) Golyaev flattens Kim out with the rear naked choke in deep and forces the tap!
(Rd 1 - 03:34) The winner, by submission, is Sergey Golyaev!

Official Result: Sergey Golyaev def. Jong Man Kim by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 6:26 of Round 1.

Musa Khamanev (1-0) vs. Chan Sung Jung (5-1)

Moving on to the next match, in which Musa Khamanaev (1-0, 0-0 PRIDE) takes on 'The Korean Zombie' Chan Sung Jung (5-1, 2-0 PRIDE).

Herb Dean is the referee for this fight. Our judges are: Marcos Rosales, Romulo Bittencourt, and Richard Bertrand.

Round 1
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The fight begins!
(Rd 1 - 09:45) Khamanaev throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.
(Rd 1 - 09:31) Khamanaev throws a punch but Jung avoids it.
(Rd 1 - 09:26) Jung gets hold of Khamanaev.
(Rd 1 - 09:19) Khamanaev wrestles himself into a dominant position in the grapple.
(Rd 1 - 09:00) Khamanaev is trying to muscle Jung up against the ropes.
(Rd 1 - 09:00) Khamanaev can't do it though, Jung defended it well.
(Rd 1 - 08:46) Jung is trying to push Khamanaev so that his back is up against the ropes.
(Rd 1 - 08:46) He does so and now has Khamanaev pinned to the ropes.
(Rd 1 - 08:29) Jung looks for a takedown by grabbing both his opponent's legs and trying to trip him to the mat.
(Rd 1 - 08:29) He gets a big takedown and he is left on top of a turtled up Khamanaev.
(Rd 1 - 08:15) Jung attempts to flatten Khamanaev out for a rear naked choke.
(Rd 1 - 08:15) With his opponent turtled tightly, Jung cannot get the rear naked choke applied.
(Rd 1 - 07:51) Khamanaev is flattened out, Jung still in control from behind.
(Rd 1 - 07:29) Khamanaev prevents himself falling into even more serious trouble, blocking Jung from getting hooks in.
(Rd 1 - 07:06) Jung blocks an attempt to roll him off of the back.
(Rd 1 - 06:45) Jung tries to get his hooks in, but can't.
(Rd 1 - 06:23) Khamanaev tries to move Jung off his back but can't.
(Rd 1 - 06:00) Khamanaev prevents Jung from applying a body triangle.
(Rd 1 - 05:44) Khamanaev tries to move Jung off his back but can't.
(Rd 1 - 05:33) Jung attempts to complete a rear naked choke.
(Rd 1 - 05:33) Khamanaev stops Jung from getting his arm under the chin and completing the choke.
(Rd 1 - 04:56) Jung blocks Khamanaev as he tries to roll over.
(Rd 1 - 04:44) Referee Herb Dean decides that there is a lack of progress being made and stands them back up.
(Rd 1 - 04:32) Moving in fast, Khamanaev wrestles his way to a dominant position in the clinch.
(Rd 1 - 04:13) Using his wrestling skills, Khamanaev is trying to push Jung up against the ropes.
(Rd 1 - 04:13) Jung out-wrestles him though.
(Rd 1 - 03:54) Jung gets out-wrestled in the grapple and Khamanaev takes control.
(Rd 1 - 03:26) Using his wrestling skills, Khamanaev is trying to push Jung up against the ropes.
(Rd 1 - 03:26) Khamanaev can't do it though, and Jung gets a more dominant position in the grapple instead.
(Rd 1 - 02:59) Jung tries to wrestle Khamanaev backward and up against the ropes.
(Rd 1 - 02:59) Jung manages it and controls Khamanaev up against the ropes.
(Rd 1 - 02:43) Jung looks for a takedown by grabbing both his opponent's legs and trying to trip him to the mat.
(Rd 1 - 02:43) It's unsuccessful, Khamanaev maintained a good solid base.
(Rd 1 - 02:29) Jung ducks down and grabs a leg. Khamanaev remains standing, using the ropes for support, but is under threat of a takedown now.
(Rd 1 - 02:29) Jung smartly sweeps the standing leg and gets side control!.
(Rd 1 - 02:10) Jung tries to grab a leg to prepare Khamanaev for a kneebar.
(Rd 1 - 02:10) Khamanaev stops Jung from hooking a leg.
(Rd 1 - 01:43) Jung blocks an attempt to pull guard.
(Rd 1 - 01:27) Looking to catch his breath, Jung is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body.
(Rd 1 - 01:09) Khamanaev tries to pull guard on Jung but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.
(Rd 1 - 00:58) There's under a minute left in this round.
(Rd 1 - 00:58) In side control, Jung begins working to get a mount.
(Rd 1 - 00:58) Advancing his position, he gets mount.
(Rd 1 - 00:28) Jung fires away with punches, and Khamanaev is stung by several big shots.
(Rd 1 - 00:28) Khamanaev tries to turn away from the blows but gets rolled and Jung has his back!
(Rd 1 - 00:13) Jung tries to put Khamanaev in a rear naked choke.
(Rd 1 - 00:13) Khamanaev doesn't allow the rear naked choke to be applied.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round one.

Round 2
(Rd 2 - 05:00) And here we go, one last round!
(Rd 2 - 04:48) Khamanaev can't hit a set-up left jab, but then scores with a right cross.
(Rd 2 - 04:36) Jung gets hold of Khamanaev without taking too much damage.
(Rd 2 - 04:28) Jung is trying to push Khamanaev so that his back is up against the ropes.
(Rd 2 - 04:28) Khamanaev isn't going anywhere though.
(Rd 2 - 04:17) Khamanaev tries to wrestle Jung backward and up against the ropes.
(Rd 2 - 04:17) Jung ends up backed against the ropes.
(Rd 2 - 04:05) Khamanaev looks to take Jung down with a trip.
(Rd 2 - 04:05) Khamanaev doesn't get the trip, Jung instead wrestles his way into controlling the grapple.
(Rd 2 - 03:46) Jung looks for a takedown by grabbing both his opponent's legs and trying to trip him to the mat.
(Rd 2 - 03:46) The takedown doesn't work, Khamanaev blocked it and then turns it so that Jung is the one against the ropes.
(Rd 2 - 03:19) Khamanaev smothers Jung against the ropes and stomps down on his foot.
(Rd 2 - 03:06) With Jung stuck against the ropes, Khamanaev tries to complete a takedown by going low and grabbing both legs.
(Rd 2 - 03:06) Jung cannot stop the takedown and has to pull guard.
(Rd 2 - 02:46) Khamanaev pounds away with right hands, but doesn't do much damage.
(Rd 2 - 02:30) Jung pulls Khamanaev close and scores with a couple of short punches to the side of his head.
(Rd 2 - 02:14) In guard, Khamanaev is content just to throw a couple of punches to the body.
(Rd 2 - 01:49) Jung tries to sweep Khamanaev but doesn't get anywhere.
(Rd 2 - 01:37) Khamanaev pounds away with rights but fails to land any significant blows.
(Rd 2 - 01:18) Khamanaev blocks an attempted sweep.
(Rd 2 - 01:03) Khamanaev throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead.
(Rd 2 - 00:42) Khamanaev pounds away, but Jung isn't troubled by the strikes.
(Rd 2 - 00:42) The attack does see Khamanaev get pushed away though, right out of guard, and he is now standing.
(Rd 2 - 00:23) Khamanaev moves back and allows Jung to stand back up.
(Rd 2 - 00:09) Khamanaev moves in on Jung, preparing to throw.
(Rd 2 - 00:09) Jung appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Khamanaev took the initiative first.
(Rd 2 - 00:09) Khamanaev throws a quick punch but doesn't land.
(Rd 2 - 00:00) The fight comes to an end as the time limit expires.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) The official decisions are being reported now.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) All three judges have agreed that Jung is the winner.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) So the winner, by unanimous decision, is 'The Korean Zombie' Chan Sung Jung!

Official Result: Chan Sung Jung def. Musa Khamanaev by Unanimous Decision.

Alexander Yankovlev (12-2) vs. Dong Hyun Kim (13-1)

Moving on to the next match, in which 'The Thunder of the North' Alexander Yakovlev (12-2, 0-0 PRIDE) battles Dong 'Stun Gun' Hyun Kim (13-1, 0-0 PRIDE).

Our referee is John McCarthy. The judges are: Abe Belardo, Andy Roberts, and Marcos Rosales.

Round 1
(Rd 1 - 10:00) We are underway!
(Rd 1 - 09:49) Kim looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Yakovlev simply took the initiative first.
(Rd 1 - 09:49) Yakovlev lands a jab and then hits Kim with a straight right.
(Rd 1 - 09:25) Kim gets in close and clinches with Yakovlev.
(Rd 1 - 09:06) From the grapple, Kim tries to pick Yakovlev up on his shoulder for a slam.
(Rd 1 - 09:06) He gets Yakovlev up! Kim slams him down, ending up in side control.
(Rd 1 - 08:50) Kim throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can catch his breath.
(Rd 1 - 08:24) Kim keeps Yakovlev guessing with a few quick strikes.
(Rd 1 - 08:00) Kim blocks Yakovlev as he tries a transition to guard.
(Rd 1 - 07:48) Kim attempts to armbar Yakovlev from side control.
(Rd 1 - 07:48) Yakovlev fights off the armbar attempt.
(Rd 1 - 07:28) Kim blocks an attempt to pull guard.
(Rd 1 - 07:11) Kim keeps Yakovlev guessing with a few quick strikes.
(Rd 1 - 06:51) Kim blocks an attempt to pull guard.
(Rd 1 - 06:37) Kim fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force.
(Rd 1 - 06:19) Yakovlev tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.
(Rd 1 - 05:59) With no progress being made, the referee stands them back up.
(Rd 1 - 05:51) Yakovlev throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.
(Rd 1 - 05:37) Kim gets hold of Yakovlev.
(Rd 1 - 05:30) Kim is trying to muscle Yakovlev up against the ropes.
(Rd 1 - 05:30) He does so and now has Yakovlev pinned to the ropes.
(Rd 1 - 05:15) With Yakovlev stuck against the ropes, Kim tries to set up a judo-style throw.
(Rd 1 - 05:15) Kim doesn't get it, Yakovlev blocked any attempt to move him.
(Rd 1 - 05:04) With the ropes trapping Yakovlev, Kim looks to be attempting to set up a judo throw.
(Rd 1 - 05:04) An excellent outside leg trip sees Yakovlev get thrown to the mat and Kim has no problem getting side control.
(Rd 1 - 04:48) In side control, Kim catches his breath, content just to throw a couple of punches to the body.
(Rd 1 - 04:23) Yakovlev tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.
(Rd 1 - 04:10) Kim fires off a few punches as he catches his breath.
(Rd 1 - 03:47) Kim blocks an attempt to pull guard.
(Rd 1 - 03:28) In side control, Kim catches his breath, content just to throw a couple of punches to the body.
(Rd 1 - 03:07) Yakovlev tries to move to guard, but Kim doesn't allow it.
(Rd 1 - 02:52) Kim throws a few strikes, but they are without venom.
(Rd 1 - 02:36) Yakovlev tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.
(Rd 1 - 02:22) With no progress being made, referee John McCarthy stands them back up.
(Rd 1 - 02:14) Yakovlev confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes.
(Rd 1 - 02:14) A one-two from Yakovlev fails to land.
(Rd 1 - 01:53) Yakovlev lands a left jab, but Kim evades a big right punch.
(Rd 1 - 01:34) Yakovlev throws a one-two, but Kim was equal to it.
(Rd 1 - 01:20) Kim gets hold of Yakovlev, not having to have taken even one shot while coming in.
(Rd 1 - 01:10) With Yakovlev in his grasp, Kim tries to set up a judo-style throw.
(Rd 1 - 01:10) Yakovlev is taken down by a quick inside leg trip, he can do nothing but pull half guard!
(Rd 1 - 00:52) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.
(Rd 1 - 00:52) Kim throws a few strikes, but they are without venom.
(Rd 1 - 00:30) Yakovlev uses an underhook to work some separation, then quickly scrambles.
(Rd 1 - 00:30) It's a bad choice though, as Kim seizes the opportunity to leap forward and secure side control.
(Rd 1 - 00:09) Kim unloads with big rights and Yakovlev is getting rocked!
(Rd 1 - 00:09) The strikes are hard enough to force Yakovlev to roll to the side, giving up his back in the process!
(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time runs out on round one.

Some fans are booing after a round that didn't feature much action.

Round 2
(Rd 2 - 05:00) Our last round, round two, begins!
(Rd 2 - 04:47) The two fighters get up close and start wrestling for position.
(Rd 2 - 04:47) Kim manages to aggressively get a good position in the clinch.
(Rd 2 - 04:39) Using his wrestling skills, Kim is trying to push Yakovlev up against the ropes.
(Rd 2 - 04:39) Kim achieves it, pinning Yakovlev to the ropes.
(Rd 2 - 04:26) Yakovlev, stuck with his back against the ropes, is pretty much trapped there thanks to the control that Kim is exerting.
(Rd 2 - 04:26) They remain up against the ropes for the next minute or so, posturing and throwing occasional short-range punches to the body.
(Rd 2 - 03:39) Kim keeps Yakovlev up against the ropes with wrestling, then uses a hard foot stomp.
(Rd 2 - 03:26) Kim looks to take Yakovlev down by setting up a judo throw.
(Rd 2 - 03:26) Yakovlev is taken down by a quick inside leg trip, he can do nothing but pull half guard!
(Rd 2 - 03:07) Kim throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move.
(Rd 2 - 02:42) Using an underhook to set it up, Yakovlev looks to scramble for position.
(Rd 2 - 02:42) There wasn't enough separation though, Kim is able to catch him and secure side control.
(Rd 2 - 02:17) Kim throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can catch his breath.
(Rd 2 - 01:55) Kim blocks an attempt to pull guard.
(Rd 2 - 01:43) Kim fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves.
(Rd 2 - 01:15) Kim throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can catch his breath.
(Rd 2 - 00:57) We have one minute of the round remaining.
(Rd 2 - 00:57) Kim attempts to arm triangle Yakovlev from side control.
(Rd 2 - 00:57) Yakovlev doesn't allow the arm triangle to be applied.
(Rd 2 - 00:24) Yakovlev tries to pull guard on Kim but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.
(Rd 2 - 00:09) Kim pounds away with rights, a couple of heavy shots get through and rock Yakovlev.
(Rd 2 - 00:09) Yakovlev turns and gives up his back in a desperate effort to avoid the strikes!
(Rd 2 - 00:00) We reach the time limit and this fight is over.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) The judges have given their decisions, which are about to be announced.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) All three judges give the result in favour of Kim.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Dong 'Stun Gun' Hyun Kim is the winner by unanimous decision!

Official Result: Dong Hyun Kim def. Alexander Yakovlev by Unanimous Decision.

Alexander Shlemenko (25-7) vs. Dong Yi Yang (5-1)

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Moving on, Alexander 'Storm' Shlemenko (25-7, 2-2 PRIDE) goes head to head with Dong Yi Yang (5-1, 0-0 PRIDE).

Our referee is John McCarthy. Our ringside judges are: Marcos Rosales, Romulo Bittencourt, and Richard Bertrand.

Round 1
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Round one begins!
(Rd 1 - 09:54) Moving forward constantly, Yang is pressuring Shlemenko.
(Rd 1 - 09:54) Shlemenko fires off a counter jab.
(Rd 1 - 09:54) Yang connects with a jab but Shlemenko avoids a big right.
(Rd 1 - 09:39) Moving in, Yang appears willing to risk getting hit if it means he can get close enough to initiate some grappling.
(Rd 1 - 09:39) Shlemenko throws a one-two, but Yang was equal to it.
(Rd 1 - 09:28) Yang gets hold of Shlemenko, not having to have taken even one shot while coming in.
(Rd 1 - 09:20) Yang tries to wrestle Shlemenko backward and up against the ropes.
(Rd 1 - 09:20) Yang manages it and controls Shlemenko up against the ropes.
(Rd 1 - 09:04) Yang attempts a leg-sweep trip to put Shlemenko on the ground.
(Rd 1 - 09:04) Yang doesn't get it, Shlemenko blocked any attempt to move him.
(Rd 1 - 08:49) With the ropes trapping Shlemenko, Yang looks to try and take him down by going low and taking out both legs.
(Rd 1 - 08:49) Yang doesn't get it, Shlemenko blocked any attempt to move him.
(Rd 1 - 08:49) Shlemenko can't seem to work his way free though.
(Rd 1 - 08:29) Yang tries to take Shlemenko down.
(Rd 1 - 08:29) It's unsuccessful, Shlemenko maintained a good solid base.
(Rd 1 - 08:29) Shlemenko can't seem to work his way free though.
(Rd 1 - 08:18) Yang looks for a takedown by grabbing both his opponent's legs and trying to trip him to the mat.
(Rd 1 - 08:18) It doesn't work, Shlemenko defended against it well.
(Rd 1 - 07:59) Yang looks to sweep a leg out from under Shlemenko so as to take him down with a trip.
(Rd 1 - 07:59) Yang can't get the trip, as Shlemenko wrestles his way into a dominant position.
(Rd 1 - 07:34) Shlemenko tries to get Yang into a Muay Thai clinch.
(Rd 1 - 07:34) Shlemenko can't get it though, Yang is fighting too hard.
(Rd 1 - 07:16) Shlemenko is trying to force Yang into a Muay Thai clinch.
(Rd 1 - 07:16) Shlemenko manages it and now controls Yang by the back of the head.
(Rd 1 - 07:01) From the clinch, Shlemenko hits Yang with a knee to the ribs, but it lacked power.
(Rd 1 - 06:46) Shlemenko misses a knee strike, but maintains his control of the clinch.
(Rd 1 - 06:07) Using the clinch, Shlemenko drives a knee into the chest of Yang, but didn't get much force behind it.
(Rd 1 - 05:56) Yang blocks a knee strike, but cannot get free of the Muay Thai clinch.
(Rd 1 - 05:26) Yang partially blocks a knee strike, enough to allow him to wrestle free of the clinch.
(Rd 1 - 04:52) We are now at the halfway point of the round.
(Rd 1 - 04:52) Yang is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit.
(Rd 1 - 04:39) There's an exchange of strikes at relatively close range but nothing really lands.
(Rd 1 - 04:16) Yang throws a quick punch but doesn't land.
(Rd 1 - 04:04) Yang throws a punch but Shlemenko avoids it.
(Rd 1 - 03:51) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands.
(Rd 1 - 03:19) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.
(Rd 1 - 03:19) Shlemenko misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Yang attacks with a left roundhouse kick to the body.
(Rd 1 - 03:09) Looking very tired, Yang isn't able to resist being pulled into a clinch by Shlemenko.
(Rd 1 - 03:09) Yang can't keep control of Shlemenko in the grapple, and is soon being pushed around.
(Rd 1 - 02:53) Yang blocks Shlemenko from throwing a knee.
(Rd 1 - 02:37) Yang is trying to muscle Shlemenko up against the ropes.
(Rd 1 - 02:37) Shlemenko doesn't let himself be driven back though, and gains a dominant position in the grapple instead.
(Rd 1 - 02:18) Shlemenko is trying to push Yang so that his back is up against the ropes.
(Rd 1 - 02:18) Shlemenko can't do it though, and Yang gets a more dominant position in the grapple instead.
(Rd 1 - 01:56) Yang doesn't look like he has much left in the tank.
(Rd 1 - 01:56) Yang gets out-wrestled in the grapple and Shlemenko takes control.
(Rd 1 - 01:35) Shlemenko is trying to muscle Yang up against the ropes.
(Rd 1 - 01:35) He does so and now has Yang pinned to the ropes.
(Rd 1 - 01:23) Shlemenko looks for a takedown by grabbing both his opponent's legs and trying to trip him to the mat.
(Rd 1 - 01:23) Shlemenko doesn't get the takedown, Yang instead wrestles his way into controlling the grapple.
(Rd 1 - 01:02) With the ropes trapping Shlemenko, Yang looks for a trip takedown by sweeping a leg.
(Rd 1 - 01:02) A great inside leg trip sees Shlemenko get thrown to the mat and Yang is left in guard.
(Rd 1 - 00:47) Yang throws a few strikes, but they are without venom.
(Rd 1 - 00:31) Yang pounds away but fails to land anything significant.
(Rd 1 - 00:31) Yang gets pushed back, out of guard, and is left standing above Shlemenko.
(Rd 1 - 00:17) Yang kicks Shlemenko to the thigh.
(Rd 1 - 00:03) On his back, Shlemenko can't do much to stop a kick to the leg.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires.

Round 2
(Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell and the final round begins!
(Rd 2 - 04:45) Shlemenko attacks with strikes.
(Rd 2 - 04:45) Yang hit two counter left hands.
(Rd 2 - 04:45) Shlemenko can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then he lands a big right hand.
(Rd 2 - 04:17) Up close, they start wrestling.
(Rd 2 - 04:17) Yang is the aggressor.
(Rd 2 - 04:07) Shlemenko blocks Yang from throwing a knee.
(Rd 2 - 03:54) Shlemenko out-wrestles Yang and takes control of the grapple.
(Rd 2 - 03:27) Shlemenko tries to get Yang into a Muay Thai clinch.
(Rd 2 - 03:27) He gets it, and now has Yang in trouble.
(Rd 2 - 03:08) Shlemenko tries a knee strike but doesn't connect, but Yang isn't able to get free of the clinch either.
(Rd 2 - 02:35) Yang wrestles free of the Muay Thai clinch after blocking a knee strike.
(Rd 2 - 02:03) Yang seems to be fighting against exhaustion.
(Rd 2 - 02:03) Shlemenko comes forward once more, his corner are urging him to attack, attack, attack!
(Rd 2 - 02:03) Shlemenko is starting to have to push himself now, and his corner respond by urging him on a little louder.
(Rd 2 - 01:50) Shlemenko comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.
(Rd 2 - 01:50) Yang manages a counter jab.
(Rd 2 - 01:50) Shlemenko throws two quick punches but doesn't hit with either.
(Rd 2 - 01:44) Shlemenko looks very tired out there.
(Rd 2 - 01:35) Shlemenko lands a left hand and then hits Yang with a straight right.
(Rd 2 - 01:16) Shlemenko throws a quick punch but doesn't land.
(Rd 2 - 01:01) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.
(Rd 2 - 01:01) Yang slips past a right hook attempt and attacks with a right cross.
(Rd 2 - 00:52) We have one minute of the round remaining.
(Rd 2 - 00:43) Shlemenko stalks forward, pressuring Yang.
(Rd 2 - 00:43) Yang lands a left hand in the exchange.
(Rd 2 - 00:43) Shlemenko throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.
(Rd 2 - 00:19) Shlemenko comes forward and the two fighters start trading blows.
(Rd 2 - 00:19) Yang hit a counter left hand.
(Rd 2 - 00:19) A one-two from Shlemenko fails to land.
(Rd 2 - 00:00) The time expires on round two, and that is the end of the fight.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) The official decisions are being reported now.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) All three judges give the result in favour of Yang.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Dong Yi Yang is the winner by unanimous decision!

Official Result: Dong Yi Yang def. Alexander Shlemenko by Unanimous Decision.

Sergei Kharitonov (17-7) vs. Hong Man Choi (2-3)

Next up is a match in which Sergei Kharitonov (17-7, 10-6 PRIDE) faces 'Techno Goliath' Hong Man Choi (2-3, 1-3 PRIDE).

The referee is Marc Goddard. The judges are: Romulo Bittencourt, Richard Bertrand, and Abe Belardo.

There's a big size difference in this fight, Choi is probably at least 25lbs heavier. That's a major disadvantage for Kharitonov to try and overcome.

Round 1
(Rd 1 - 10:00) We are underway!
(Rd 1 - 09:51) They stand and trade in the center of the ring but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage.
(Rd 1 - 09:21) The two combatants meet in the center and start to strike.
(Rd 1 - 09:21) Choi misses a big right hand, putting him off balance and allowing Kharitonov to attack with a powerful straight right that landed cleanly!
(Rd 1 - 09:14) It's a knock out! Choi is down and out!
(Rd 1 - 09:14) Sergei Kharitonov takes the victory by way of knock out!

Official Result: Sergei Kharitonov def. Hong Man Choi by KO (Punch) in 0:46 of Round 1.

Manny Tapia (13-1-1) vs. Robbie Olivier (15-9-1)

Next up is a match in which Manny Tapia (13-1-1, 1-0 PRIDE) faces Robbie 'The Flame' Olivier (15-9-1, 0-0 PRIDE).

Herb Dean is the referee for this fight. Our ringside judges are: Romulo Bittencourt, Richard Bertrand, and Abe Belardo.

Tapia, being in front of a home crowd, gets a loud cheer as he enters.

Round 1
(Rd 1 - 10:00) There's the opening bell!
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The fighters touch gloves.
(Rd 1 - 09:52) Seeing his opponent about to shoot in, Olivier timed it well and moved in to start a clinch.
(Rd 1 - 09:41) Olivier looks to scoop his opponent up for a slam.
(Rd 1 - 09:41) There's the slam! Tapia is planted onto his back, and pulls guard.
(Rd 1 - 09:27) Olivier doesn't posture up, perhaps wary of submissions, instead using small strikes while keeping his head on his opponent's chest.
(Rd 1 - 09:14) Tapia pulls Olivier close and scores with a couple of short punches to the side of his head.
(Rd 1 - 08:57) Olivier fires off a few punches, but they aren't thrown with any great force.
(Rd 1 - 08:31) In guard, Olivier is content just to throw a couple of punches to the body.
(Rd 1 - 08:12) Tapia tries to pull Olivier in close and pepper him with short strikes, but can't.
(Rd 1 - 07:58) Not allowing his opponent any room to work submissions from, Olivier keeps close contact and throws short, stinging strikes.
(Rd 1 - 07:40) Tapia tries to catch Olivier with a punch, but it is not on target.
(Rd 1 - 07:20) Olivier throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move.
(Rd 1 - 07:02) Olivier deflects a couple of punches that Tapia threw from below.
(Rd 1 - 06:50) Olivier tries to pass the guard.
(Rd 1 - 06:50) Tapia fights the attempt off, and they wind up scrambling for position.
(Rd 1 - 06:37) Olivier manages to come out on top, holding Tapia down in turtle position, facing him.
(Rd 1 - 06:20) Olivier prepares to throw a knee strike, but can't keep control of Tapia who is able to spring back up.
(Rd 1 - 06:05) There's a takedown attempt from Olivier.
(Rd 1 - 06:05) Olivier can't get past the sprawl of Tapia and gets pushed down onto his hands and knees instead.
(Rd 1 - 05:43) Olivier, turtled up, takes a soccer kick to the ribs.
(Rd 1 - 05:23) Fearing more kicks coming, Olivier is quickly back up to his feet.
(Rd 1 - 05:09) Olivier aggressively moves in and grapples with Tapia.
(Rd 1 - 04:56) We go past the halfway point of this round.
(Rd 1 - 04:56) Olivier attempts to set up a judo-based throw to take Tapia to the ground.
(Rd 1 - 04:56) An excellent outside leg trip sees Tapia get thrown to the mat!
(Rd 1 - 04:56) Olivier takes the back off the takedown.
(Rd 1 - 04:35) Olivier pounds away, but is unable to land many clean shots.
(Rd 1 - 04:19) Olivier attempts to complete a rear naked choke.
(Rd 1 - 04:19) Tapia defends himself well against the choke.
(Rd 1 - 03:56) Olivier blocks Tapia as he tries to roll over.
(Rd 1 - 03:35) Tapia is in increasing trouble, as Olivier gets both hooks in.
(Rd 1 - 03:17) Olivier, with both hooks fully in, tries to get the rear naked choke applied.
(Rd 1 - 03:17) Olivier gets the rear naked choke fully applied and Tapia has to tap out!
(Rd 1 - 03:01) The winner, by submission, is Robbie 'The Flame' Olivier!

Official Result: Robbie Olivier def. Manny Tapia by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 6:59 of Round 1.

Tim Boetsch (7-1) vs. Dan Hardy (18-6-1 NC)

Another match is about to begin; 'The Barbarian' Tim Boetsch (7-1, 2-1 PRIDE) battling Dan 'The Outlaw' Hardy (18-6-1 NC, 3-1 PRIDE).

The referee is John McCarthy. Our ringside judges are: Marcos Rosales, Romulo Bittencourt, and Richard Bertrand.

Both fighters came in at the same weight at yesterday's weigh ins, but Boetsch clearly has a significant weight advantage now.

Round 1
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Round one begins!
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The fighters touch gloves.
(Rd 1 - 09:49) They engage in the center.
(Rd 1 - 09:49) Boetsch misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Hardy comes in with a left roundhouse kick to the body.
(Rd 1 - 09:37) A jab lands from Hardy, but Boetsch evades a big right punch.
(Rd 1 - 09:29) Boetsch gets hold of Hardy without taking too much damage.
(Rd 1 - 09:22) Boetsch tries to wrestle Hardy backward and up against the ropes.
(Rd 1 - 09:22) Boetsch manages it and controls Hardy up against the ropes.
(Rd 1 - 09:06) Boetsch is trying to lock Hardy into a Muay Thai clinch.
(Rd 1 - 09:06) He has it hooked, Hardy needs to find a way out quickly.
(Rd 1 - 08:54) Using the Muay Thai clinch, Boetsch scores with a knee to the chest, but it came from a bad angle and didn't have much power.
(Rd 1 - 08:38) Hardy blocks a knee strike, but cannot get free of the Muay Thai clinch.
(Rd 1 - 08:08) Using the clinch, Boetsch drives a knee into the chest of Hardy, but didn't get much force behind it.
(Rd 1 - 07:57) Boetsch finds an attempted knee strike caught, and the leverage allows Hardy to wrestle free of the Muay Thai clinch.
(Rd 1 - 07:15) Hardy lands a left hand and then hits a nice straight right that lands hard.
(Rd 1 - 06:58) Boetsch wants to grapple, and appears willing to aggressively come in to do so, even if means risking some strikes.
(Rd 1 - 06:58) Hardy throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.
(Rd 1 - 06:48) Boetsch gets hold of Hardy.
(Rd 1 - 06:39) Boetsch is looking to get Hardy in a Muay Thai clinch.
(Rd 1 - 06:39) He has it hooked, Hardy needs to find a way out quickly.
(Rd 1 - 06:23) From the clinch, Boetsch drives a huge knee to the stomach.
(Rd 1 - 06:09) Hardy partially blocks a knee strike, enough to allow him to wrestle free of the clinch.
(Rd 1 - 05:21) Hardy can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then lands a low kick to the legs.
(Rd 1 - 05:05) The two fighters stand and trade strikes, neither lands a significant blow in the exchange.
(Rd 1 - 04:55) We move into the second half of this round.
(Rd 1 - 04:48) Hardy throws a punch but Boetsch was equal to it.
(Rd 1 - 04:44) Seizing the opportunity, Boetsch shoots.
(Rd 1 - 04:34) The takedown is successful, Hardy pulls guard.
(Rd 1 - 04:28) Boetsch throws a few strikes, but they are without venom.
(Rd 1 - 04:06) Hardy tries to catch Boetsch with a punch, but it is not on target.
(Rd 1 - 03:47) Boetsch punches down at Hardy, but they are easily taken on the gloves.
(Rd 1 - 03:28) Hardy throws out some punches, but Boetsch leans back to avoid them.
(Rd 1 - 03:08) Boetsch begins trying to pass the guard.
(Rd 1 - 03:08) Hardy allows the pass, but it's just a ploy to allow him to try and scramble.
(Rd 1 - 02:53) The scramble leaves Hardy on his back pulling guard.
(Rd 1 - 02:37) Boetsch punches down at Hardy, but they are easily taken on the gloves.
(Rd 1 - 02:07) Hardy throws out some punches, but Boetsch leans back to avoid them.
(Rd 1 - 01:50) Boetsch starts trying to work to get past the guard.
(Rd 1 - 01:50) He passes guard, but Hardy was ready and immediately starts to scramble.
(Rd 1 - 01:39) The scramble allows Boetsch to take his opponent's back!
(Rd 1 - 01:21) Boetsch attempts to complete a rear naked choke.
(Rd 1 - 01:21) Hardy fights off the rear naked choke attempt.
(Rd 1 - 01:01) Boetsch blocks Hardy as he tries to roll over.
(Rd 1 - 00:38) Boetsch pounds away with right hands, hitting several big shots.
(Rd 1 - 00:21) Boetsch tries to put Hardy in a rear naked choke.
(Rd 1 - 00:21) Hardy fights off the rear naked choke attempt.
(Rd 1 - 00:04) Boetsch blocks Hardy as he tries to roll over.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round one.

Hardy is showing clear signs of the beating his body has taken thus far tonight, there are red marks all around his rib cage.

Round 2
(Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the final round!
(Rd 2 - 04:50) Hardy uses a left jab, but misses with a vicious right hand.
(Rd 2 - 04:29) The two fighters come forward and engage.
(Rd 2 - 04:29) Hardy feints an attack that leaves Boetsch slightly off balance.
(Rd 2 - 04:29) Hardy dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a wicked right uppercut!
(Rd 2 - 04:21) Boetsch hits the mat, that shot has rocked him!
(Rd 2 - 04:21) Hardy knows that this is a golden opportunity and quickly pounces on Boetsch, looking to finish him off by raining down punches!
(Rd 2 - 04:21) Hardy fires away with punches and Boetsch is taking powerful shot after powerful shot!
(Rd 2 - 04:21) The referee jumps in and saves Boetsch from taking any more shots!
(Rd 2 - 04:04) Dan 'The Outlaw' Hardy takes the win by TKO!

Official Result: Dan Hardy def. Tim Boetsch by TKO (Strikes) in

Jason High (9-0) vs. Paul Sass (5-1)

Next up, 'The Kansas City Bandit' Jason High (9-0, 3-0 PRIDE) going up against Paul 'Sassangle' Sass (5-1, 0-0 PRIDE).

The referee is John McCarthy. The judges are: Richard Bertrand, Abe Belardo, and Andy Roberts.

Round 1
(Rd 1 - 10:00) There's the opening bell!
(Rd 1 - 10:00) An offer to touch gloves is completely ignored by Sass.
(Rd 1 - 09:47) Sass gets close enough to clinch.
(Rd 1 - 09:30) Looking to take this fight to the ground, Sass tries to pull High down into his guard.
(Rd 1 - 09:30) High defends the attempt to drag him down, and takes control of the clinch.
(Rd 1 - 09:14) High is trying to muscle Sass up against the ropes.
(Rd 1 - 09:14) High can't do it though, Sass defended it well.
(Rd 1 - 08:58) High catches Sass with a knee strike to the body from the grapple.
(Rd 1 - 08:41) High tries to wrestle Sass backward and up against the ropes.
(Rd 1 - 08:41) Sass ends up backed against the ropes.
(Rd 1 - 08:29) With Sass stuck against the ropes, High tries to complete a takedown by going low and grabbing both legs.
(Rd 1 - 08:29) It's unsuccessful, Sass maintained a good solid base.
(Rd 1 - 08:09) Dropping down, High secures a leg and starts looking for a takedown. Sass is left hopping on his other leg, trying to balance.
(Rd 1 - 08:09) High smartly sweeps the standing leg and gets side control!.
(Rd 1 - 07:55) High fires off a few punches as he catches his breath.
(Rd 1 - 07:28) High attempts to move to mount.
(Rd 1 - 07:28) Sass fights the attempted mount off, and they wind up scrambling for position.
(Rd 1 - 07:15) The scramble leaves High on his back pulling guard.
(Rd 1 - 07:03) Clearly worried by the submission threat, Sass keeps very tight to High and peppers him with short strikes.
(Rd 1 - 06:46) Sass deflects a couple of punches that High threw from below.
(Rd 1 - 06:30) Sass looks to pass guard and get side control.
(Rd 1 - 06:30) High allows the pass, but it's just a ploy to allow him to try and scramble.
(Rd 1 - 06:16) The scramble results in High turtled with Sass on his back.
(Rd 1 - 06:02) Sass is too slow to stop High starting to scramble.
(Rd 1 - 05:51) The scramble ends with High grabbing Sass and shoving him up against the ropes.
(Rd 1 - 05:35) High smothers Sass against the ropes and stomps down on his foot.
(Rd 1 - 05:24) High looks to take Sass down with a trip.
(Rd 1 - 05:24) It's unsuccessful, Sass maintained a good solid base.
(Rd 1 - 05:24) Sass can't seem to work his way free though.
(Rd 1 - 05:09) With the ropes trapping Sass, High looks for a trip takedown.
(Rd 1 - 05:09) He executes an outside leg trip, sweeping Sass to the mat where he pulls guard!
(Rd 1 - 04:50) In guard, High is content just to throw a couple of punches to the body.
(Rd 1 - 04:28) Sass tries to sweep High but doesn't get anywhere.
(Rd 1 - 04:15) High punches down at Sass, but they are easily taken on the gloves.
(Rd 1 - 03:49) Securing an arm, Sass then brings his legs up and tries to lock High in a triangle choke.
(Rd 1 - 03:49) High pulls his arm free before the triangle can be locked in.
(Rd 1 - 03:28) High throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can think.
(Rd 1 - 03:11) High fires off a few punches.
(Rd 1 - 02:42) Grabbing an arm, Sass attempts to lock on a triangle choke.
(Rd 1 - 02:42) High doesn't let Sass get it.
(Rd 1 - 02:17) High pounds away with left hands, but doesn't do much damage.
(Rd 1 - 02:05) Sass grabs an arm and raises his legs, trying to lock High into a triangle choke.
(Rd 1 - 02:05) High blocks the attempt.
(Rd 1 - 01:47) High throws some minor strikes.
(Rd 1 - 01:17) With no progress being made, the referee stands them back up.
(Rd 1 - 01:17) Taking a few gulps of breath, Sass is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.
(Rd 1 - 01:02) Sass moves in and clinches.
(Rd 1 - 00:47) Wanting to take it to the ground, Sass attempts to drag High down into his guard.
(Rd 1 - 00:47) High defends against it well, and takes control of the clinch.
(Rd 1 - 00:32) High uses a nice knee strike from the grapple and catches Sass to the side of the stomach.
(Rd 1 - 00:20) High is trying to muscle Sass up against the ropes.
(Rd 1 - 00:20) Sass isn't going anywhere though.
(Rd 1 - 00:05) High hits Sass with a knee strike to the body as they grapple.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round one.

Several red marks around his ribs show that Sass has taken some heavy shots to the body tonight.

Round 2
(Rd 2 - 05:00) Our last round, round two, begins!
(Rd 2 - 04:45) High hits a right jab and then catches Sass with a left hook.
(Rd 2 - 04:26) Both fighters seem to have the same idea and come together in a clinch.
(Rd 2 - 04:26) High works his way to a dominant position.
(Rd 2 - 04:20) High uses a nice knee strike from the grapple and catches Sass to the side of the stomach.
(Rd 2 - 04:04) High uses a nice knee strike from the grapple and catches Sass to the side of the stomach.
(Rd 2 - 03:50) Sass gets caught with a knee strike to the body as they grapple.
(Rd 2 - 03:33) High catches Sass with a knee strike to the body from the grapple.
(Rd 2 - 03:16) High is trying to muscle Sass up against the ropes.
(Rd 2 - 03:16) He does so and now has Sass pinned to the ropes.
(Rd 2 - 03:02) High, looking for a takedown, manages to secure a leg, leaving Sass hopping on one foot.
(Rd 2 - 03:02) It's not pretty, but High drags Sass to the mat. Sass pulls half guard.
(Rd 2 - 02:49) High unloads with big left hands, but Sass is able to deal with most of them.
(Rd 2 - 02:38) Using an underhook to set it up, Sass looks to scramble for position.
(Rd 2 - 02:38) High seizes the opportunity, Sass was too slow and gets caught in side control.
(Rd 2 - 02:16) High attempts to armbar Sass from side control.
(Rd 2 - 02:16) Sass stops High from applying it.
(Rd 2 - 02:00) High blocks an attempt to pull guard.
(Rd 2 - 01:48) High attempts to arm triangle Sass from side control.
(Rd 2 - 01:48) Sass defends himself well and is in no danger.
(Rd 2 - 01:08) Sass looks very tired out there.
(Rd 2 - 01:08) Sass tries to pull guard on High but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.
(Rd 2 - 00:57) We have one minute of the round remaining.
(Rd 2 - 00:57) In side control, High begins working to get a mount.
(Rd 2 - 00:57) High takes the back instead, Sass rolled over rather than get mounted.
(Rd 2 - 00:17) High unloads with big left hands and Sass is struggling to cope!
(Rd 2 - 00:00) Time runs out and that's the end of the fight.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) The ring announcer is now giving the official decisions.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) All three judges have High down as the winner.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) The winner, by unanimous decision, is 'The Kansas City Bandit' Jason High!

Official Result: Jason High def. Paul Sass by Unanimous Decision.

Alan Belcher (13-5) vs. Ian Freeman (19-10-1)

The co-main event is up next. Alan 'The Talent' Belcher (13-5, 1-0 PRIDE) battles Ian 'The Machine' Freeman (19-10-1, 0-2 PRIDE) in the PRIDE Middleweight division.

Marc Goddard is the referee for this fight. Our judges at ringside are: Abe Belardo, Andy Roberts, and Marcos Rosales.

The fighters both weighed in at 205lbs yesterday, but now that they're about to fight it is obvious that Freeman is much bigger.

Freeman gets fired up by his corner as the introductions are conducted.

Round 1
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Round one begins!
(Rd 1 - 10:00) We start with a touch of gloves.
(Rd 1 - 09:46) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging.
(Rd 1 - 09:21) They come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 09:21) Freeman lands a left jab but doesn't connect with a right hand.
(Rd 1 - 09:21) Belcher lands a nice right hook.
(Rd 1 - 09:05) They come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 09:05) Freeman nails a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 09:05) Belcher misses with a left jab but nails a vicious right cross!
(Rd 1 - 08:57) Freeman is knocked down by that shot!
(Rd 1 - 08:57) Belcher moves in quickly to try and finish Freeman with stomps and kicks!
(Rd 1 - 08:57) Somehow Freeman hangs on, surviving a flurry of stomps and kicks to the body!
(Rd 1 - 08:34) Freeman tries to connect with an up-kick, but it just makes Belcher step back.
(Rd 1 - 08:17) Belcher tries to secure a ground position.
(Rd 1 - 08:17) Belcher comes around the raised legs and gets side control.
(Rd 1 - 07:59) Belcher keeps Freeman guessing with a few quick strikes.
(Rd 1 - 07:30) Belcher blocks Freeman as he tries a transition to guard.
(Rd 1 - 07:13) Belcher pounds away on Freeman, landing a few clean shots but not many.
(Rd 1 - 07:02) Freeman tries to pull guard on Belcher but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.
(Rd 1 - 06:49) Belcher throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead.
(Rd 1 - 06:33) Belcher blocks Freeman as he tries a transition to guard.
(Rd 1 - 06:13) Belcher pounds away with right hands, hitting several big shots.
(Rd 1 - 05:54) Belcher pounds away with rights, a couple of heavy shots get through and rock Freeman.
(Rd 1 - 05:37) Belcher pounds away with punches but does minimal damage.
(Rd 1 - 05:26) Freeman tries to move to guard, but Belcher doesn't allow it.
(Rd 1 - 05:07) Belcher pounds away but is unable to inflict much damage on Freeman.
(Rd 1 - 04:55) Freeman tries to pull guard on Belcher but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.
(Rd 1 - 04:35) Belcher tries to pound on Freeman, but none of the blows land with any degree of power.
(Rd 1 - 04:24) Freeman tries to move to guard, but Belcher doesn't allow it.
(Rd 1 - 04:08) Belcher tries to pound on Freeman, but none of the blows land with any degree of power.
(Rd 1 - 03:49) Belcher blocks Freeman as he tries a transition to guard.
(Rd 1 - 03:33) The lengthy period of stalemate results in the referee standing them both back up.
(Rd 1 - 03:18) The two fighters stand and trade strikes but neither lands anything damaging.
(Rd 1 - 02:47) The two fighters come forward and engage.
(Rd 1 - 02:47) Belcher counters a right hand with a quick left hook.
(Rd 1 - 02:18) They engage in the center.
(Rd 1 - 02:18) Freeman misses a right hook and leaves himself open to be countered with a nice right hook.
(Rd 1 - 02:07) Freeman is on rubbery legs all of a sudden, that last shot must have rattled him!
(Rd 1 - 02:07) Freeman is dropped by a big right hook!
(Rd 1 - 01:53) Belcher starts pounding away on Freeman, looking to finish him off!
(Rd 1 - 01:53) Belcher fires away with punches and Freeman is taking powerful shot after powerful shot!
(Rd 1 - 01:53) Referee Marc Goddard is forced to jump in and stop the fight!
(Rd 1 - 01:36) The winner, by TKO, is Alan 'The Talent' Belcher!

Official Result: Alan Belcher def. Ian Freeman in 8:24 of Round 1.

Kimbo Slice (1-2) vs. James Thompson (16-10

It's time for the main event of the evening! Kimbo Slice (1-2, 1-2 PRIDE) goes up against James 'The Colossus' Thompson (16-10, 5-5 PRIDE) in the PRIDE Heavyweight division.

The referee is John McCarthy. The judges are: Richard Bertrand, Abe Belardo, and Andy Roberts.

The size difference is clear for all to see; Thompson looks a good 40lbs heavier than his opponent. That's a big advantage.

Round 1
(Rd 1 - 10:00) And here we go!
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Kimbo rather obviously ignores the offer to touch gloves to begin.
(Rd 1 - 09:55) They stand and trade, but all the shots are either off target or are safely dealt with.
(Rd 1 - 09:27) They engage in the center.
(Rd 1 - 09:27) Thompson misses a right cross that leaves him wide open to the counter. Kimbo comes in with a jab and a right hook that is avoided at the last second.
(Rd 1 - 09:17) Looking a bit tense, Kimbo moves around the ring.
(Rd 1 - 09:09) They engage in the center.
(Rd 1 - 09:09) Thompson slips past a right hook and counters with a great right hook.
(Rd 1 - 08:55) Both fighters come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 08:55) Thompson dodges a right hand and counter-attacks with a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 08:50) Kimbo is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now.
(Rd 1 - 08:50) Thompson is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now.
(Rd 1 - 08:40) Both fighters move in and engage.
(Rd 1 - 08:40) Thompson slips past a right hook and counters with a jab and a nice right hook.
(Rd 1 - 08:15) The two fighters engage.
(Rd 1 - 08:15) Kimbo misses a right cross that leaves him open to the counter. Thompson attacks with a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 08:09) Kimbo is definitely slowing, his gas tank is being challenged here.
(Rd 1 - 07:56) They come together and strike.
(Rd 1 - 07:56) Thompson slips past a right hook and counters with a wicked right uppercut!
(Rd 1 - 07:48) Kimbo is knocked down by that shot!
(Rd 1 - 07:48) Thompson moves in quickly to try and finish Kimbo with stomps and kicks!
(Rd 1 - 07:48) Incredibly, Kimbo holds on and survives an arsenal of stomps and kicks!
(Rd 1 - 07:32) Thompson tries to secure a ground position.
(Rd 1 - 07:32) Thompson was looking for side control, but leaves a leg in and gets trapped in half guard.
(Rd 1 - 07:13) Breathing very hard, Thompson is looking ragged.
(Rd 1 - 07:13) Thompson attempts to pass half guard and gain a better position.
(Rd 1 - 07:13) Getting his leg free with ease, he gets to side control.
(Rd 1 - 06:40) Thompson throws some small strikes, but is clearly just taking a moment to try and catch his breath.
(Rd 1 - 06:23) Kimbo tries to transition to a guard, but can't manage it.
(Rd 1 - 06:08) Kimbo is looking really tired.
(Rd 1 - 06:08) Thompson throws a few strikes, but they are without venom.
(Rd 1 - 05:38) Kimbo tries to pull guard on Thompson but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.
(Rd 1 - 05:18) Thompson begins trying to get himself into a mount.
(Rd 1 - 05:18) Kimbo can't fend off his opponent and is mounted.
(Rd 1 - 04:46) Thompson pounds away and Kimbo eats a few big strikes.
(Rd 1 - 04:26) Thompson pounds away with right hands, hitting several big shots.
(Rd 1 - 04:26) Kimbo turns and gives up his back in a desperate effort to avoid the strikes!
(Rd 1 - 04:12) Thompson tries to get both hooks in, but can't quite manage it.
(Rd 1 - 03:50) Kimbo tries a roll, but doesn't budge Thompson.
(Rd 1 - 03:32) Thompson fires away and Kimbo is clearly hurt by a couple of nasty looking punches.
(Rd 1 - 03:21) Kimbo prevents himself falling into even more serious trouble, blocking Thompson from getting hooks in.
(Rd 1 - 03:10) Thompson blocks Kimbo as he tries to roll over.
(Rd 1 - 02:59) Thompson pounds away, landing several clean blows on Kimbo in the process.
(Rd 1 - 02:47) Thompson seems to be fighting against exhaustion.
(Rd 1 - 02:47) Thompson pounds away with rights, but Kimbo covers up and only a couple manage to get through.
(Rd 1 - 02:31) Thompson tries to pound on Kimbo, but all the blows are comfortably dealt with.
(Rd 1 - 02:13) Kimbo tries to move Thompson off his back but can't.
(Rd 1 - 01:50) Thompson pounds away on Kimbo, landing a few clean shots but not many.
(Rd 1 - 01:38) Thompson fires away and Kimbo is clearly hurt by a couple of nasty looking punches.
(Rd 1 - 01:25) Thompson fires away and Kimbo is clearly hurt by a couple of nasty looking punches.
(Rd 1 - 01:12) Thompson pounds away with right hands, hitting several big shots.
(Rd 1 - 01:00) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.
(Rd 1 - 01:00) Thompson fires away with punches but only a few actually find their way through.
(Rd 1 - 00:46) Thompson successfully gets both hooks in, and seems primed to finish.
(Rd 1 - 00:22) Thompson looks like he is completely out of gas.
(Rd 1 - 00:22) With both hooks in and therefore great control of the body, Thompson tries to finish Kimbo off with a rear naked choke.
(Rd 1 - 00:22) Kimbo defends himself well against the choke.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round one.

Round 2
(Rd 2 - 05:00) Our last round, round two, begins!
(Rd 2 - 04:48) The two fighters engage.
(Rd 2 - 04:48) Kimbo misses a right hook and gets countered with a clean right hand.
(Rd 2 - 04:32) Covering up, Kimbo backs off until pressed up against the ropes! He is hurt!
(Rd 2 - 04:32) Kimbo gets caught by a big right hook...and is out before he hits the ground!
(Rd 2 - 04:23) By knock out, the winner is James Thompson!

Official Result: James Thompson def. Kimbo Slice by KO (Punch) in 0:37 of Round 2.

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PRIDE Bushido 25: MMA World Cup 1st Round
Date: January 17, 2009
Venue: HP Pavillion
Local: San Jose, California, USA
Attendance: 369
Gate: $ 107,766
Critical Rating: 71%
Commercial Rating: 53%

Main Card

Heavyweight Bout: James Thompson def. Kimbo Slice by KO (Punch) in 0:37 of Round 2.

Middleweight Bout: Alan Belcher def. Ian Freeman by TKO (Strikes) in 8:24 of Round 1.

Lightweight Bout: Jason High def. Paul Sass by Unanimous Decision.

Welterweight Bout: Dan Hardy def. Tim Boetsch by TKO (Strikes) in 0:56 of Round 2.

Featherweight Bout: Robbie Olivier def. Manny Tapia by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 6:59 of Round 1.

Heavyweight Bout: Sergei Kharitonov def. Hong Man Choi by KO (Punch) in 0:46 of Round 1.

Middleweight Bout: Dong Yi Yang def. Alexander Shlemenko by Unanimous Decision.

Welterweight Bout: Dong Hyun Kim def. Alexander Yankovlev by Unanimous Decision.

Featherweight Bout: Chan Sung Jung def. Musa Khamanev by Unanimous Decision.

Lightweight Bout: Sergey Golyaev def. Jong Man Kim by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 6:26 of Round 1.

Preliminary Card

Heavyweight Bout: Marcio Cruz def. Kazuyuki Fujita by TKO (Strikes) in 4:06 of Round 1.

Middleweight Bout: Vinny Magalhaes def. Kazuhiro Nakamura by Submission (Triangle Choke) in 5:18 of Round 1.

Featherweight Bout: Patricio Freire def. Eiji Mitsuoka by Unanimous Decision.

Lightweight Bout: Andre Amade def. Nobutatsu Suzuki by KO (Punch) in 4:31 of Round 1.

Welterweight Bout: Rousimar Palhares def. Izuru Takeuchi by Submission (Armbar) in 4:40 of Round 2.

Middleweight Bout: Michal Materla def. Kalib Starnes by Unanimous Decision.

Heavyweight Bout: Damian Grabowski def. Tim Hague by Unanimous Decision.

Lightweight Bout: Mike Ricci def. Maciej Jewtuszko by Unanimous Decision.

Featherweight Bout: Bart Palaszewski def. Chris Brigham by KO (Punch) in 0:46 of Round 2.

Welterweight Bout: Robert Jocz def. John Alessio by KO (Punch) in 7:56 of Round 1.

Bonus

KO of the Night: Sergei Kharitonov

Submission of the Night: Sergey Golyaev

Fight of the Night: Sergey Golyaev vs. Jong Man Choi

POST FIGHT

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- Sakakibara said that Kharitonov and Thompson want to participate in the GP Openweight.

- Thompson said he was happy to help his team win.

-Kharitonov said that despite the defeat of his team, he was relieved to win again.

- Golyaev said he was happy to end his career at PRIDE with two bonuses of the night and hopes to return one day.

PREDICTIONS

CageRage - (12-8)

vladjarca - (15-5)

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rodrigoviolim · March 27, 2021

PRIDE 50 WEIGH IN RESULTS: ALL FIGHTERS MAKE WEIGH

by Sean Smith

MMA legends Kazushi Sakuraba and Ken Shamrock are ready for a memorable rematch tomorrow at Saitama Super Arena which, in addition to the fight between them, will earn the winner a spot in the PRIDE GP openweight tournament.

It will be the second time that they will meet in the PRIDE ring. In the first Sakuraba beat Shamrock by TKO in the first round at PRIDE 30, and to this day Shamrock disputes the referee's interruption and now he will have the chance of his revenge.

Sakuraba last November broke a negative streak of three setbacks, after beating Ryo Kawamura by unanimous decision.

Shamrock since returning to PRIDE has won three of his four fights, with two victories being rematches against Kazuyuki Fujita and Don Frye.

The rest of the card also reached the contracted weights and the fights will go on normally as planned.

PRIDE 50: A New Tomorrow will take place at Saitama Super Arena in Saitama, Japan. It will broadcast by SkyPerfect on PPV. The card will also cover Blurcat.com's play by play with "The Voice" Matt Edwards and Daniel Tuxford.

Check out the full card:

PRIDE 50: A New Tomorrow

Date: January 31, 2009

Venue: Saitama Super Arena

Local: Saitama, Japan

Main Card

Middleweight Bout: Kazushi Sakuraba (186 lbs) vs. Ken Shamrock (205 lbs)

Welterweight Bout: Paulo Filho (185 lbs) vs. Gegard Mousasi (185 lbs)

Middleweight Bout: Antonio Rogerio Nogueira (205 lbs) vs. Kevin Randleman (205 lbs)

Heavyweight Bout: Roman Zentsov (230 lbs) vs. Ricco Rodriguez (245 lbs)

Welterweight Bout: Renzo Gracie (185 lbs) vs. Makoto Takimoto (185 lbs)

Heavyweight Bout: Aleksander Emelianenko (255 lbs) vs. Carmelo Marrero (255 lbs)

Preliminary Card

Heavyweight Bout: Dan Severn (250 lbs) vs. Rolles Gracie (250 lbs)

Featherweight Bout: Takeshi Inoue (145 lbs) vs. Antonio Carvalho (145 lbs)

Welterweight Bout: Hector Lombard (185 lbs) vs. Yushin Okami (185 lbs)

Lightweight Bout: Luiz Azeredo (165 lbs) vs. Nick Agallar (165 lbs)

Welterweight Bout: Ryo Chonan (185 lbs) vs. Brian Stann (185 lbs)

Featherweight Bout: Yoshihiro Maeda (145 lbs) vs. Tomonari Kanomata (145 lbs)

MAKE YOUR PREDICTIONS FOR THIS CARD

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McDojoDelux · March 27, 2021

Main Card

Middleweight Bout: Kazushi Sakuraba (186 lbs) vs. Ken Shamrock (205 lbs)

Welterweight Bout: Paulo Filho (185 lbs) vs. Gegard Mousasi (185 lbs)

Middleweight Bout: Antonio Rogerio Nogueira (205 lbs) vs. Kevin Randleman (205 lbs)

Heavyweight Bout: Roman Zentsov (230 lbs) vs. Ricco Rodriguez (245 lbs)

Welterweight Bout: Renzo Gracie (185 lbs) vs. Makoto Takimoto (185 lbs)

Heavyweight Bout: Aleksander Emelianenko (255 lbs) vs. Carmelo Marrero (255 lbs)

Preliminary Card

Heavyweight Bout: Dan Severn (250 lbs) vs. Rolles Gracie (250 lbs)

Featherweight Bout: Takeshi Inoue (145 lbs) vs. Antonio Carvalho (145 lbs)

Welterweight Bout: Hector Lombard (185 lbs) vs. Yushin Okami (185 lbs)

Lightweight Bout: Luiz Azeredo (165 lbs) vs. Nick Agallar (165 lbs)

Welterweight Bout: Ryo Chonan (185 lbs) vs. Brian Stann (185 lbs)

Featherweight Bout: Yoshihiro Maeda (145 lbs) vs. Tomonari Kanomata (145 lbs)

vladjarca · March 27, 2021

Main Card

Middleweight Bout: Kazushi Sakuraba (186 lbs) vs. Ken Shamrock (205 lbs)

Welterweight Bout: Paulo Filho (185 lbs) vs. Gegard Mousasi (185 lbs)

Middleweight Bout: Antonio Rogerio Nogueira (205 lbs) vs. Kevin Randleman (205 lbs)

Heavyweight Bout: Roman Zentsov (230 lbs) vs. Ricco Rodriguez (245 lbs)

Welterweight Bout: Renzo Gracie (185 lbs) vs. Makoto Takimoto (185 lbs)

Heavyweight Bout: Aleksander Emelianenko (255 lbs) vs. Carmelo Marrero (255 lbs)

Preliminary Card

Heavyweight Bout: Dan Severn (250 lbs) vs. Rolles Gracie (250 lbs)

Featherweight Bout: Takeshi Inoue (145 lbs) vs. Antonio Carvalho (145 lbs)

Welterweight Bout: Hector Lombard (185 lbs) vs. Yushin Okami (185 lbs)

Lightweight Bout: Luiz Azeredo (165 lbs) vs. Nick Agallar (165 lbs)

Welterweight Bout: Ryo Chonan (185 lbs) vs. Brian Stann (185 lbs)

Featherweight Bout: Yoshihiro Maeda (145 lbs) vs. Tomonari Kanomata (145 lbs)

I can't see this going well for Ken, but oh God, that co-main event is FIRE! #TeamGegard

rodrigoviolim · March 28, 2021

Preliminary Card

Yoshiro Maeda (23-8-3) vs. Tomonari Kanomata (11-4-3)

We open the prelims with Yoshiro Maeda (23-8-3, 1-4 PRIDE) vs. Tomonari Kanomata (11-4-3, 1-3 PRIDE.

Our referee is Mario Yamasaki. The judges for this bout are: Junichiro Kamijo, Chris Watts, and Tsumemasa Kawakami.

Kanomata may have weighed in the same as Maeda yesterday, but he clearly has a significant size advantage now.

Kanomata is fighting in front of a home crowd tonight, and gets a big cheer as he makes his entrance.

Round 1
(Rd 1 - 10:00) We are underway!
(Rd 1 - 09:55) Kanomata shoots in, looking for a takedown.
(Rd 1 - 09:55) Maeda almost stops the takedown but is left hopping on one leg while Kanomata holds the other.
(Rd 1 - 09:55) Kanomata uses the position to drive Maeda up against the ropes.
(Rd 1 - 09:30) Kanomata looks for a takedown by grabbing both his opponent's legs and trying to trip him to the mat.
(Rd 1 - 09:30) Maeda cannot stop the takedown and has to pull guard.
(Rd 1 - 09:19) Kanomata starts trying to work to get past the guard.
(Rd 1 - 09:19) He does excellently, getting past the guard and into side control.
(Rd 1 - 08:51) Kanomata begins trying to get himself into mount.
(Rd 1 - 08:51) Advancing his position, he gets mount.
(Rd 1 - 08:15) Kanomata pounds away, landing several great shots that rock Maeda!
(Rd 1 - 08:15) Maeda turns and gives up his back in a desperate effort to avoid the strikes!
(Rd 1 - 07:58) Maeda prevents Kanomata from getting his hooks in.
(Rd 1 - 07:39) Kanomata blocks Maeda as he tries to roll over.
(Rd 1 - 07:23) Kanomata tries to increase his control by getting both hooks in, but Maeda blocks it.
(Rd 1 - 07:04) Maeda tries a roll, but doesn't budge Kanomata.
(Rd 1 - 06:51) Kanomata attempts to complete a rear naked choke.
(Rd 1 - 06:51) Maeda doesn't allow the arm to go under his chin.
(Rd 1 - 06:24) Maeda tries to move Kanomata off his back but can't.
(Rd 1 - 06:09) Kanomata attempts to complete a rear naked choke.
(Rd 1 - 06:09) Maeda defends himself well against the choke.
(Rd 1 - 05:30) Maeda tries to move Kanomata off his back but can't.
(Rd 1 - 05:10) With no progress being made, the referee stands them back up.
(Rd 1 - 05:05) A quick exchange of strikes doesn't lead to anything.
(Rd 1 - 04:55) We pass the halfway mark of this round.
(Rd 1 - 04:48) Kanomata comes in, looking for a takedown.
(Rd 1 - 04:48) Maeda partially defends it and ends up hopping on one foot while Kanomata has a hold of the other.
(Rd 1 - 04:48) Unable to complete the takedown, Kanomata instead pushes Maeda up against the ropes.
(Rd 1 - 04:24) Kanomata tries to maintain control, but Maeda wrestles his way out of trouble and turns it so that Kanomata ends up backed against the ropes.
(Rd 1 - 03:54) Maeda is trying to force Kanomata into a Muay Thai clinch.
(Rd 1 - 03:54) Kanomata can't fight it off and ends up caught.
(Rd 1 - 03:42) Kanomata uses his grappling to move from being stuck in a Muay Thai clinch to the collar-and-elbow position.
(Rd 1 - 03:24) With control of the clinch, Kanomata tries to complete a takedown.
(Rd 1 - 03:24) Kanomata gets the takedown! Maeda pulls half guard.
(Rd 1 - 03:08) Kanomata throws a few right hands as he takes a moment to plan ahead.
(Rd 1 - 02:44) Maeda tries to move from half guard to full guard, but Kanomata doesn't allow it.
(Rd 1 - 02:24) Kanomata looks to pass half guard and get side control.
(Rd 1 - 02:24) He is too good for Maeda slipping out of half guard and straight into a mount.
(Rd 1 - 02:01) Kanomata pounds away with right hands and Maeda is having trouble doing anything about it!
(Rd 1 - 02:01) Maeda is out! The referee leaps in and stops the fight!
(Rd 1 - 01:42) The winner, by knock out, is Tomonari Kanomata!

Official Result: Tomonari Kanomata def. Yoshiro Maeda by KO (Punches) in 8:18 of Round 1.

Ryo Chonan (13-9) vs. Brian Stann (6-0)
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Next up, Ryo 'Piranha' Chonan (13-9, 4-4 PRIDE) battling Brian 'All American' Stann (6-0, 0-0 PRIDE).

Refereeing this bout will be John McCarthy. Our judges are: Chris Watts, Tsumemasa Kawakami, and Tetsuzan Watoga.

Stann may have weighed in the same as Chonan yesterday, but he clearly has a significant size advantage now.

Round 1
(Rd 1 - 10:00) There's the opening bell!
(Rd 1 - 09:48) Stann fails to find a home for his jab, but then scores with a right cross that landed hard.
(Rd 1 - 09:29) Chonan looked like he was going to shoot, but Stann simply took the initiative first.
(Rd 1 - 09:29) A jab hits home from Stann and then he scores with a right cross that landed hard.
(Rd 1 - 09:08) A jab hits home from Stann and then he lands a right hand.
(Rd 1 - 08:48) Stann steps forward, looking to strike.
(Rd 1 - 08:48) Chonan manages a counter jab.
(Rd 1 - 08:48) Stann hits a left hand but Chonan dodges the leg kick that follows.
(Rd 1 - 08:21) Stann can't connect with a jab, but then hits Chonan with a beauty of a straight right.
(Rd 1 - 08:16) Chonan looks unsteady on his feet as he retreats and tries to cover up, that last blow has rocked him! He winds up backed against the ropes with nowhere to go!
(Rd 1 - 08:16) Chonan eats a right head kick! He falls to the ground but is not out!
(Rd 1 - 08:01) Stann quickly goes for the kill, looking to stomp and kick the dazed Chonan!
(Rd 1 - 08:01) Chonan is back up too fast though.
(Rd 1 - 07:29) Stann connects with a jab, but finds nothing but air with a big right.
(Rd 1 - 07:06) Stann comes forward looking to force a striking exchange.
(Rd 1 - 07:06) Stann steps into the pocket.
(Rd 1 - 07:06) A jab is wide from Stann, but then he scores with a fantastic right cross!
(Rd 1 - 07:06) Chonan goes down hard, he's out!
(Rd 1 - 07:00) The winner, by knock out; Brian Stann!

Official Result: Brian Stann def. Ryo Chonan by KO (Punch) in 3:00 of Round 1

Luiz Azeredo (12-7) vs. Nick Agallar (21-6)
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Moving on, Luiz 'The Joker' Azeredo (12-7, 3-4 PRIDE) battles Nick Agallar (21-6, 2-1 PRIDE).

Refereeing this bout will be John McCarthy. Our judges are: Tsumemasa Kawakami, Tetsuzan Watoga, and Tsutsumi Aki.

Round 1
(Rd 1 - 10:00) And here we go!
(Rd 1 - 10:00) We start with a touch of gloves.
(Rd 1 - 09:51) Agallar appeared to be going to try and get in close, but Azeredo took the initiative first.
(Rd 1 - 09:51) Azeredo can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then catches Agallar with a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 09:39) Agallar looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Azeredo simply took the initiative first.
(Rd 1 - 09:39) Azeredo throws a one-two, but Agallar was equal to it.
(Rd 1 - 09:18) Agallar steps forward, willing to take a few shots as long as he can get close enough to wrestle.
(Rd 1 - 09:18) Azeredo fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits a nice straight right.
(Rd 1 - 09:13) Agallar seizes the chance and grabs Azeredo into a clinch.
(Rd 1 - 09:04) Agallar tries to take Azeredo down.
(Rd 1 - 09:04) Agallar can't get Azeredo down to the ground.
(Rd 1 - 08:47) Agallar is looking to muscle Azeredo back against the ropes.
(Rd 1 - 08:47) Agallar manages it and controls Azeredo up against the ropes.
(Rd 1 - 08:32) Azeredo is pressed up against the ropes and held there.
(Rd 1 - 08:32) Occasional short punches are all that happen for about the next sixty seconds as the two fighters continue to be pressed up tight against the ropes.
(Rd 1 - 07:35) Agallar looks to take Azeredo down with a trip.
(Rd 1 - 07:35) An outside leg trip sweeps Azeredo down to the ground where he is left on his back under side control!
(Rd 1 - 07:20) Agallar pounds away with right hands, but doesn't really do a great deal of damage.
(Rd 1 - 07:09) Agallar throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move.
(Rd 1 - 06:50) In side control, Agallar begins working to get a mount.
(Rd 1 - 06:50) The attempted mount results in a scramble for position as Azeredo tries to avoid the danger.
(Rd 1 - 06:36) The scramble results in Agallar being on his back pulling guard.
(Rd 1 - 06:25) For the moment Azeredo is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body.
(Rd 1 - 05:55) Agallar tries to lock onto an arm from the bottom of the guard.
(Rd 1 - 05:55) Azeredo defends it.
(Rd 1 - 05:35) Azeredo pounds away, but Agallar isn't troubled by the strikes.
(Rd 1 - 05:35) The attack does see Azeredo get pushed away though, right out of guard, and he is now standing.
(Rd 1 - 05:24) Azeredo gets pulled down into half guard.
(Rd 1 - 05:06) Azeredo throws a few right hands, but is mainly trying to catch his breath.
(Rd 1 - 04:42) Agallar tries to move from half guard to full guard, but Azeredo doesn't allow it.
(Rd 1 - 04:28) Azeredo begins trying to get his leg free of half guard and get a better position.
(Rd 1 - 04:28) He passes half guard but can't secure side control as Agallar starts a scramble for position.
(Rd 1 - 04:13) Agallar ends up having to pull half guard, losing out in the scramble.
(Rd 1 - 03:58) Azeredo fires off some rights, but Agallar isn't troubled by them.
(Rd 1 - 03:41) Agallar tries to get full guard on Azeredo but doesn't get anywhere.
(Rd 1 - 03:26) Azeredo fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves.
(Rd 1 - 03:04) Azeredo blocks Agallar as he tries a transition to full guard.
(Rd 1 - 02:49) Azeredo fires off a handful of punches, each easily being blocked with gloves.
(Rd 1 - 02:29) Azeredo blocks Agallar as he tries a transition to full guard.
(Rd 1 - 02:12) Azeredo pounds away with rights but fails to land any significant blows.
(Rd 1 - 01:57) Azeredo blocks Agallar as he tries a transition to full guard.
(Rd 1 - 01:42) Referee John McCarthy decides that there is a lack of progress being made and stands them back up.
(Rd 1 - 01:34) A jab is wide from Azeredo, but then he lands a right hand.
(Rd 1 - 01:25) Azeredo fails to find a home for his jab, but then hits Agallar with a straight right.
(Rd 1 - 01:08) Azeredo lands a left hand and then lands a big right hand.
(Rd 1 - 00:59) There's under a minute left in this round.
(Rd 1 - 00:59) Azeredo is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit.
(Rd 1 - 00:51) Azeredo steps in and looks to unleash.
(Rd 1 - 00:51) Azeredo can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits Agallar with a beauty of a straight right.
(Rd 1 - 00:36) Agallar comes in, looking for a takedown.
(Rd 1 - 00:36) Azeredo almost got away but not quite; he is left hopping while Agallar has hold of one leg.
(Rd 1 - 00:36) With Azeredo not going down, Agallar settles for pushing him up against the ropes.
(Rd 1 - 00:23) Agallar ducks down and grabs a leg. Azeredo remains standing, using the ropes for support, but is under threat of a takedown now.
(Rd 1 - 00:23) Azeredo blocks the takedown by acting swiftly and pulling Agallar back into a tight clinch against the ropes.
(Rd 1 - 00:10) With the ropes trapping Azeredo, Agallar looks for a trip takedown by sweeping a leg.
(Rd 1 - 00:10) Azeredo has no answer to a slick trip, he is left down under side control!
(Rd 1 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round one.

Round 2
(Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell and the final round begins!
(Rd 2 - 04:51) Agallar hits two quick jabs, but they had no power at all behind them.
(Rd 2 - 04:51) Azeredo throws a one-two, but Agallar was equal to it.
(Rd 2 - 04:31) Agallar chooses to shoot in on Azeredo.
(Rd 2 - 04:31) Azeredo almost stops the takedown but is left hopping on one leg while Agallar holds the other.
(Rd 2 - 04:31) Agallar uses the position to drive Azeredo up against the ropes.
(Rd 2 - 04:14) Agallar tries to take Azeredo down.
(Rd 2 - 04:14) The takedown is completed, Agallar gets side control from it.
(Rd 2 - 03:57) Agallar pounds away with right hands, but doesn't do much damage.
(Rd 2 - 03:42) Agallar fires away with punches but only a few actually find their way through.
(Rd 2 - 03:26) Agallar throws some small strikes, but is clearly just taking a moment to try and catch his breath.
(Rd 2 - 02:58) Agallar begins trying to get himself into a mount.
(Rd 2 - 02:58) Agallar almost gets the mount, but Azeredo bucks his hips and starts scrambling.
(Rd 2 - 02:43) Azeredo scrambles to his feet, but Agallar immediately drives him up against the ropes.
(Rd 2 - 02:26) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.
(Rd 2 - 02:26) Azeredo is trapped against the ropes and takes a sharp stomp to the foot.
(Rd 2 - 02:11) With the ropes trapping Azeredo, Agallar looks to try and take him down by going low and taking out both legs.
(Rd 2 - 02:11) Agallar has the takedown and gets side control from it.
(Rd 2 - 01:59) Agallar tries to pound on Azeredo, but none of the blows land with any degree of power.
(Rd 2 - 01:48) Agallar unloads with big rights and lands a few powerful shots.
(Rd 2 - 01:30) Agallar looks to get a mount.
(Rd 2 - 01:30) Azeredo was ready for it though and starts scrambling immediately.
(Rd 2 - 01:18) Azeredo somehow ends up on top of Agallar in north-south position.
(Rd 2 - 00:58) There's under a minute left in this round.
(Rd 2 - 00:58) Azeredo strikes Agallar in the ribs with a few nasty elbows.
(Rd 2 - 00:42) Agallar tries to move from under Azeredo, but can't get free.
(Rd 2 - 00:31) Azeredo hits a short knee to the side of the head.
(Rd 2 - 00:19) Azeredo blocks an attempted escape.
(Rd 2 - 00:12) Azeredo hits a short knee to the side of the head.
(Rd 2 - 00:00) The time expires on round two, and that is the end of the fight.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) The judges have given their decisions, which are about to be announced.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) All three judges give the result in favour of Agallar.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) So the winner, by unanimous decision, is Nick Agallar!

Official Result: Nick Agallar def. Luiz Azeredo by Unanimous Decision.

Hector Lombard (15-2-1 NC) vs. Yushin Okami (23-3)
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Next up is a match in which Hector Lombard (15-2-1 NC, 4-2 PRIDE) goes head to head with Yushin 'Thunder' Okami (23-3, 4-0 PRIDE).

Refereeing this bout will be Mario Yamasaki. Our ringside judges are: Tsutsumi Aki, Junichiro Kamijo, and Chris Watts.

Okami is fighting in front of a home crowd tonight, and gets a big cheer as he makes his entrance.

Round 1
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The fight begins!
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The fighters touch gloves.
(Rd 1 - 09:48) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere.
(Rd 1 - 09:14) A quick exchange of strikes does not produce any damage.
(Rd 1 - 08:48) Lombard throws a punch but Okami was equal to it.
(Rd 1 - 08:28) Lombard gets in close and clinches with Okami.
(Rd 1 - 08:17) Lombard attempts to pick Okami up for a slam.
(Rd 1 - 08:17) Okami is able to block it and pull away from him.
(Rd 1 - 07:49) A jab is wide from Lombard, but then he scores with a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 07:31) Okami comes in, looking for a takedown.
(Rd 1 - 07:31) Lombard almost got away but not quite; he is left hopping while Okami has hold of one leg.
(Rd 1 - 07:31) Unable to complete the takedown, Okami instead pushes Lombard up against the ropes.
(Rd 1 - 07:14) Using tight body-to-body control, Okami is slowly wearing Lombard down by pressing him up against the ropes and leaning all of his weight on him.
(Rd 1 - 07:14) They spend the next minute in that position, hitting each other with short punches to the body and side of the head.
(Rd 1 - 06:18) Okami is looking to get Lombard in a Muay Thai clinch.
(Rd 1 - 06:18) Lombard wrestles his way out of trouble and turns it so that Okami ends up backed against the ropes.
(Rd 1 - 05:53) With Okami stuck against the ropes, Lombard tries to set up a judo-style throw.
(Rd 1 - 05:53) It's unsuccessful, Okami maintained a good solid base.
(Rd 1 - 05:40) Lombard looks to set up a judo throw.
(Rd 1 - 05:40) It doesn't work, Okami defended against it well.
(Rd 1 - 05:28) With Okami stuck against the ropes, Lombard tries to set up a judo-style throw.
(Rd 1 - 05:28) Lombard can't get the throw, as Okami wrestles his way into a dominant position.
(Rd 1 - 05:06) Okami is looking to get Lombard in a Muay Thai clinch.
(Rd 1 - 05:06) Okami manages it and now controls Lombard by the back of the head.
(Rd 1 - 04:46) Okami loses the Muay Thai clinch after a knee strike misses and gives Lombard the opportunity to wrestle free.
(Rd 1 - 04:12) Okami shoots in, looking for a takedown.
(Rd 1 - 04:12) The takedown is completed, Lombard is on his back and pulls guard.
(Rd 1 - 04:05) In guard, Okami is content just to throw a couple of punches to the body.
(Rd 1 - 03:48) The clock runs down as Lombard is being smothered against the ground by Okami.
(Rd 1 - 03:17) Time slips away as Okami successfully keeps Lombard stuck against the ground.
(Rd 1 - 02:40) Okami throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move.
(Rd 1 - 02:21) Okami keeps Lombard guessing with a few quick strikes.
(Rd 1 - 01:54) Lombard drags Okami in to close control, then hits him with a couple of short punches.
(Rd 1 - 01:41) Okami tries to pound on Lombard, but none of the blows land with any degree of power.
(Rd 1 - 01:28) Okami deflects a couple of punches that Lombard threw from below.
(Rd 1 - 01:14) Okami throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can think.
(Rd 1 - 00:45) Lombard tries to catch Okami with a punch, but it is not on target.
(Rd 1 - 00:29) The lack of progress forces referee Mario Yamasaki to stand the fighters back up.
(Rd 1 - 00:14) Lombard steps in and grapples with his opponent.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) Time expires and we come to the end of round one.

Round 2
(Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the final round!
(Rd 2 - 04:54) Lombard moves in closer, ready to attack.
(Rd 2 - 04:54) Okami may have been setting up to shoot, but Lombard aggressively took the initiative.
(Rd 2 - 04:54) Lombard can't connect with a jab, but then scores with a right cross.
(Rd 2 - 04:54) It looks like Okami has been cut under the eye.
(Rd 2 - 04:39) Moving around, Okami is looking for an opening to shoot without exposing himself to a counter-strike.
(Rd 2 - 04:39) Lombard throws a quick one-two but doesn't land either blow.
(Rd 2 - 04:30) Okami quickly shoots on Lombard.
(Rd 2 - 04:20) A great sprawl from Lombard prevents the takedown.
(Rd 2 - 04:04) Lombard is starting to slow down a touch, perhaps conserving a little energy.
(Rd 2 - 03:52) The fighters get in close and clinch.
(Rd 2 - 03:52) Okami manages to get control of the clinch.
(Rd 2 - 03:45) Using his wrestling skills, Okami is trying to push Lombard up against the ropes.
(Rd 2 - 03:45) He does so and now has Lombard pinned to the ropes.
(Rd 2 - 03:28) Okami is trying to lock Lombard into a Muay Thai clinch.
(Rd 2 - 03:28) Okami can't quite get Lombard into the Muay Thai clinch position.
(Rd 2 - 03:09) Okami attempts to set up a judo-based throw to take Lombard to the ground.
(Rd 2 - 03:09) An outside leg trip sweeps Lombard down to the ground where he is left on his back pulling guard!
(Rd 2 - 02:52) Time slips away as Okami successfully keeps Lombard stuck against the ground.
(Rd 2 - 02:29) We've now passed the halfway mark in this round.
(Rd 2 - 02:29) Okami punches down at Lombard, but they are easily taken on the gloves.
(Rd 2 - 02:07) Lombard drags Okami in to close control, then hits him with a couple of short punches.
(Rd 2 - 01:49) Okami smothers Lombard with his body by pushing forward and down.
(Rd 2 - 01:22) Okami smothers Lombard with his body by pushing forward and down.
(Rd 2 - 00:58) The end of the round is coming quick, there's under a minute left.
(Rd 2 - 00:58) Okami throws a few weak-looking punches as he decides on his next move.
(Rd 2 - 00:37) Lombard throws out some punches, but Okami leans back to avoid them.
(Rd 2 - 00:19) Okami lies on top of Lombard, basically smothering him.
(Rd 2 - 00:00) The time expires on round two, and that is the end of the fight.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) The official decisions are being reported now.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) All three judges have given the victory to Okami.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Yushin 'Thunder' Okami is the winner by unanimous decision!

Official Result: Yushin Okami def. Hector Lombard by Unanimous Decision.

Takeshi Inoue (17-4) vs. Antonio Carvalho (14-3)
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Next up is a match in which 'Lion' Takeshi Inoue (17-4, 4-1 PRIDE) competes against Antonio 'Pato' Carvalho (2-1 PRIDE).

John McCarthy is the referee for this fight. Our judges at ringside are: Tsumemasa Kawakami, Tetsuzan Watoga, and Tsutsumi Aki.

Inoue gets a good reaction from the fans as he enters the arena, he's fighting in front of a home crowd tonight.

Round 1
(Rd 1 - 10:00) We are underway!
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The two fighters touch gloves.
(Rd 1 - 09:47) Carvalho shoots in for a takedown.
(Rd 1 - 09:47) Inoue almost stops the takedown but is left hopping on one leg while Carvalho holds the other.
(Rd 1 - 09:47) With Inoue not going down, Carvalho settles for pushing him up against the ropes.
(Rd 1 - 09:35) Carvalho ducks down and grabs a leg. Inoue remains standing, using the ropes for support, but is under threat of a takedown now.
(Rd 1 - 09:35) The takedown isn't forthcoming, Inoue defended it well by grabbing Carvalho and dragging him back into a tight clinch.
(Rd 1 - 09:15) With Inoue stuck against the ropes, Carvalho tries to complete a takedown by going low and grabbing both legs.
(Rd 1 - 09:15) It's unsuccessful, Inoue maintained a good solid base.
(Rd 1 - 09:03) Carvalho, looking for a takedown, manages to secure a leg, leaving Inoue hopping on one foot.
(Rd 1 - 09:03) Inoue blocks the takedown by acting swiftly and pulling Carvalho back into a tight clinch against the ropes.
(Rd 1 - 08:47) With the ropes trapping Inoue, Carvalho looks to try and take him down by going low and taking out both legs.
(Rd 1 - 08:47) Carvalho can't get Inoue down to the ground.
(Rd 1 - 08:32) With Inoue stuck against the ropes, Carvalho tries to complete a takedown by going low and grabbing both legs.
(Rd 1 - 08:32) It doesn't work, Inoue defended against it well.
(Rd 1 - 08:19) With the ropes trapping Inoue, Carvalho looks to try and take him down by going low and taking out both legs.
(Rd 1 - 08:19) Inoue blocks the attempt by keeping a solid base.
(Rd 1 - 08:19) Inoue is still stuck against the ropes however.
(Rd 1 - 08:05) Carvalho looks for a takedown by grabbing both his opponent's legs and trying to trip him to the mat.
(Rd 1 - 08:05) It's unsuccessful, Inoue maintained a good solid base.
(Rd 1 - 07:54) With Inoue stuck against the ropes, Carvalho tries to complete a takedown by going low and grabbing both legs.
(Rd 1 - 07:54) Carvalho doesn't get the takedown, Inoue instead wrestles his way into controlling the grapple.
(Rd 1 - 07:35) Inoue steps back, apparently not wanting to grapple.
(Rd 1 - 07:15) Carvalho keeps slightly out of range, looking for a chance to dart in and start grappling.
(Rd 1 - 07:15) Inoue throws a one-two, but Carvalho was equal to it.
(Rd 1 - 07:08) Carvalho moves in fast and clinches with Inoue.
(Rd 1 - 07:01) Using his wrestling skills, Carvalho is trying to push Inoue up against the ropes.
(Rd 1 - 07:01) Carvalho does it, Inoue is stuck with his back to the ropes.
(Rd 1 - 06:44) Carvalho looks to take Inoue down with a trip.
(Rd 1 - 06:44) The trip doesn't work, Inoue blocked it and then turns it so that Carvalho is the one against the ropes.
(Rd 1 - 06:33) Inoue steps back to achieve some separation from Carvalho.
(Rd 1 - 06:14) They stand and trade in the center of the ring but neither fighter can land a good shot.
(Rd 1 - 05:43) Inoue lands a jab and then scores with a right cross that landed hard.
(Rd 1 - 05:25) The two fighters come forward and engage.
(Rd 1 - 05:25) Carvalho lands a left jab but misses with a right hand.
(Rd 1 - 05:25) Inoue lands a one-two.
(Rd 1 - 05:16) Taking a few gulps of breath, Carvalho is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.
(Rd 1 - 05:01) Carvalho appeared to be going for a takedown, but Inoue took the initiative first.
(Rd 1 - 05:01) Inoue fails to find a home for his jab, but then lands a big right hand.
(Rd 1 - 04:54) We move into the second half of this round.
(Rd 1 - 04:40) The two fighters engage with strikes but neither can land a significant shot.
(Rd 1 - 04:09) They engage in the center.
(Rd 1 - 04:09) Carvalho misses with a big right hand, allowing Inoue to counter with a jab and a right head kick that doesn't make contact.
(Rd 1 - 03:46) Inoue comes forward, walking down Carvalho.
(Rd 1 - 03:46) Carvalho hit a counter left hand.
(Rd 1 - 03:46) Inoue fails to land any of the strikes in a combo that ended with an attempted head kick.
(Rd 1 - 03:37) Taking a few gulps of breath, Inoue is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.
(Rd 1 - 03:37) Inoue glances at the clock.
(Rd 1 - 03:22) The two fighters engage with strikes but nothing significant lands.
(Rd 1 - 02:50) Inoue fails to land any of the strikes in a combo that ended with an attempted head kick.
(Rd 1 - 02:36) Inoue moves in closer, ready to attack.
(Rd 1 - 02:36) Carvalho hits a jab, but it had no power at all behind it.
(Rd 1 - 02:36) Inoue doesn't trouble his opponent with a combination ending in a high right head kick.
(Rd 1 - 02:12) An exchange of strikes doesn't go anywhere.
(Rd 1 - 01:50) Inoue comes in looking to strike.
(Rd 1 - 01:50) Inoue lands a jab and then scores with a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 01:32) Inoue moves forward, constantly trying to pressure Carvalho into exchanging strikes.
(Rd 1 - 01:32) Inoue steps into the pocket, showing little fear of Carvalho.
(Rd 1 - 01:32) Inoue hits a left hand but Carvalho evades a big right punch.
(Rd 1 - 01:15) Inoue lands a left jab, but a big right head kick is wide of the mark.
(Rd 1 - 00:56) We have one minute of the round remaining.
(Rd 1 - 00:56) They stand and trade in the center of the ring but neither fighter gives or takes any real damage.
(Rd 1 - 00:32) The two fighters engage.
(Rd 1 - 00:32) Inoue feints one way, throwing Carvalho off balance, then steps to the other side.
(Rd 1 - 00:32) Inoue slips past a right hook and counters with a left jab and a solid right hand.
(Rd 1 - 00:18) Carvalho comes in, looking for a takedown.
(Rd 1 - 00:18) Carvalho couldn't complete the single leg, but does end up standing holding a leg while Inoue hops in place on the other.
(Rd 1 - 00:18) Carvalho uses the position to drive Inoue up against the ropes.
(Rd 1 - 00:05) Carvalho attempts a trip to put Inoue on the ground.
(Rd 1 - 00:05) Inoue blocks the attempt by keeping a solid base.
(Rd 1 - 00:05) Inoue may have stopped the takedown but he is having less luck getting away from the ropes.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) Round one ends as time expires.

Round 2
(Rd 2 - 05:00) It's the final round and we are back underway!
(Rd 2 - 04:54) The two fighters engage.
(Rd 2 - 04:54) Inoue finds a good angle and lands a nice one-two.
(Rd 2 - 04:54) Carvalho hits a jab and also lands a nice right hook.
(Rd 2 - 04:34) Carvalho looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Inoue simply took the initiative first.
(Rd 2 - 04:34) A jab lands from Inoue, but his big right hand follow-up misses.
(Rd 2 - 04:12) A tired-looking Carvalho shoots in, looking for a takedown.
(Rd 2 - 04:12) Carvalho gets hold of a leg but Inoue remains standing, hopping on the other foot.
(Rd 2 - 04:12) Unable to complete the takedown, Carvalho instead pushes Inoue up against the ropes.
(Rd 2 - 03:59) Carvalho looks for a takedown by grabbing both his opponent's legs and trying to trip him to the mat.
(Rd 2 - 03:59) It doesn't work, Inoue defended against it well.
(Rd 2 - 03:44) With the ropes trapping Inoue, Carvalho looks to try and take him down by going low and taking out both legs.
(Rd 2 - 03:44) Carvalho doesn't get it, Inoue blocked any attempt to move him.
(Rd 2 - 03:27) Carvalho looks for a takedown by grabbing both his opponent's legs and trying to trip him to the mat.
(Rd 2 - 03:27) He has the takedown! Inoue pulls half guard.
(Rd 2 - 03:09) Carvalho throws a few right hands, but is mainly trying to catch his breath.
(Rd 2 - 02:52) Carvalho blocks an attempted move from half guard to full guard.
(Rd 2 - 02:34) Looking to catch his breath, Carvalho is content to just throw a couple of punches to the body.
(Rd 2 - 02:14) In half guard, Carvalho begins working to get side control.
(Rd 2 - 02:14) Inoue allows the pass, but it's just a ploy to allow him to try and scramble.
(Rd 2 - 02:00) Carvalho ends up having to pull half guard, losing out in the scramble.
(Rd 2 - 01:43) Inoue attempts to pass half guard.
(Rd 2 - 01:43) He passes half guard, but Carvalho was ready and immediately starts to scramble.
(Rd 2 - 01:29) Inoue is looking really tired.
(Rd 2 - 01:29) The scramble sees Inoue up first, only to be grabbed and wrestled up against the ropes almost immediately.
(Rd 2 - 01:18) Carvalho uses a vicious foot stomp.
(Rd 2 - 01:12) Carvalho looks very tired out there.
(Rd 2 - 01:12) With the ropes trapping Inoue, Carvalho looks to try and take him down by going low and taking out both legs.
(Rd 2 - 01:12) Carvalho can't get Inoue down to the ground.
(Rd 2 - 01:12) Inoue remains trapped against the ropes though, and can't seem to get free.
(Rd 2 - 00:59) We have one minute of the round remaining.
(Rd 2 - 00:59) Carvalho drops down and wraps his arms around his opponent's legs, looking to try and take them down.
(Rd 2 - 00:59) Inoue blocks the takedown attempt and turns Carvalho around so that he has his back to the ropes.
(Rd 2 - 00:37) Inoue tries to keep Carvalho up against the ropes for some dirty boxing, but Carvalho reverses so that he is the one in control.
(Rd 2 - 00:19) With Inoue stuck against the ropes, Carvalho tries to complete a takedown by going low and grabbing both legs.
(Rd 2 - 00:19) Inoue blocks the takedown attempt and turns Carvalho around so that he has his back to the ropes.
(Rd 2 - 00:00) The time expires on round two, and that is the end of the fight.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) The ring announcer is now giving the official decisions.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) All three judges have Inoue down as the winner.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) So the winner, by unanimous decision, is 'Lion' Takeshi Inoue!

Official Result: Takeshi Inoue def. Antonio Carvalho by Unanimous Decision.

Dan Severn (84-16-7) vs. Rolles Gracie (4-1)
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In the last of the preliminary fights, Dan 'The Beast' Severn (84-16-7, 1-0-1 PRIDE) takes on Rolles Gracie (4-1, 1-1 PRIDE) in the PRIDE Heavyweight division.

Refereeing this bout will be Yuji Shimada. Our judges at ringside are: Tetsuzan Watoga, Tsutsumi Aki, and Junichiro Kamijo.

Round 1
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The fight begins!
(Rd 1 - 09:47) Severn aggressively moves in and grapples with Gracie.
(Rd 1 - 09:27) Severn has worked in the underhooks and looks to take Gracie down.
(Rd 1 - 09:27) Severn can't get the takedown as Gracie wrestles his way into a dominant position.
(Rd 1 - 09:09) Gracie looks for a trip takedown.
(Rd 1 - 09:09) The takedown doesn't work, Severn blocked it and then takes control of the grapple.
(Rd 1 - 08:41) Severn attempts to pick Gracie up for a slam.
(Rd 1 - 08:41) He can't get it though, Gracie defends it and pulls away from the grapple entirely.
(Rd 1 - 08:03) Gracie shoots in for a takedown.
(Rd 1 - 08:03) Gracie gets hold of a leg but Severn remains standing, hopping on the other foot.
(Rd 1 - 08:03) Gracie can't get Severn down and so settles for pushing him up against the ropes.
(Rd 1 - 07:42) Gracie looks for a takedown by grabbing both his opponent's legs and trying to trip him to the mat.
(Rd 1 - 07:42) Gracie doesn't get the takedown, Severn instead wrestles his way into controlling the grapple.
(Rd 1 - 07:27) With the ropes trapping Gracie, Severn gets the underhooks in and looks for a takedown.
(Rd 1 - 07:27) Gracie blocks the attempt by keeping a solid base.
(Rd 1 - 07:09) With the ropes trapping Gracie, Severn gets the underhooks in and looks for a takedown.
(Rd 1 - 07:09) Severn doesn't get the takedown, Gracie instead wrestles his way into controlling the grapple.
(Rd 1 - 06:47) Gracie tries to take Severn down.
(Rd 1 - 06:47) The takedown is ugly but ultimately successful, he ends up on top of a turtled up Severn, holding him in a loose facelock-type hold.
(Rd 1 - 06:31) Gracie hits a short knee to the side of the head of the turtled Severn.
(Rd 1 - 06:17) Gracie hits a soccer kick to the ribs.
(Rd 1 - 06:01) Severn rolls over onto his back, looking up at Gracie.
(Rd 1 - 06:01) Gracie tries to secure a ground position.
(Rd 1 - 06:01) Gracie is quick, Severn can't stop him getting side control.
(Rd 1 - 05:50) In side control, Gracie begins working to get a mount.
(Rd 1 - 05:50) Gracie mounts Severn.
(Rd 1 - 05:14) Gracie unloads with big right hands and Severn is struggling to cope!
(Rd 1 - 05:03) Gracie unloads and Severn is taking punch after punch!
(Rd 1 - 05:03) Referee Yuji Shimada stops the fight!
(Rd 1 - 04:48) The winner, by TKO; Rolles Gracie!

Official Result: Rolles Gracie def. Dan Severn by TKO (Strikes) in 5:12 of Round 1.

Main Card

Aleksander Emelianenko (13-6) vs. Carmelo Marrero (10-2)
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The main card opens with Aleksander Emelianenko (13-6, 9-5 PRIDE) battling Carmelo 'The Fury' Marrero (10-2, 4-0 PRIDE).

Mario Yamasaki is the referee for this fight. The judges for this bout are: Junichiro Kamijo, Chris Watts, and Tsumemasa Kawakami.

Round 1
(Rd 1 - 10:00) Round one begins!
(Rd 1 - 09:47) Emelianenko throws a quick punch but doesn't land.
(Rd 1 - 09:38) Marrero appeared to be going for a takedown, but Emelianenko took the initiative first.
(Rd 1 - 09:38) Emelianenko can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits a nice straight right that lands hard.
(Rd 1 - 09:25) Marrero shoots in, looking for a takedown.
(Rd 1 - 09:25) Emelianenko partially defends it and ends up hopping on one foot while Marrero has a hold of the other.
(Rd 1 - 09:25) Unable to complete the takedown, Marrero instead pushes Emelianenko up against the ropes.
(Rd 1 - 09:06) With the ropes trapping Emelianenko, Marrero looks for a trip takedown.
(Rd 1 - 09:06) Emelianenko stops the attempted trip, then uses his wrestling to take control of the grapple and put Marrero against the ropes.
(Rd 1 - 08:54) Emelianenko breaks the grapple and steps back toward the center.
(Rd 1 - 08:38) Marrero shoots in, looking for a takedown.
(Rd 1 - 08:38) Marrero gets the takedown! Emelianenko pulls guard.
(Rd 1 - 08:27) Marrero tries to pound on Emelianenko, but none of the blows land with any degree of power.
(Rd 1 - 08:09) Emelianenko tries to catch Marrero with a punch, but it is not on target.
(Rd 1 - 07:50) Marrero begins trying to pass the guard.
(Rd 1 - 07:50) Emelianenko finds his opponent too skilled, and Marrero passes guard into side control.
(Rd 1 - 07:26) Emelianenko takes a knee strike to the ribs from under side control.
(Rd 1 - 07:08) Marrero uses side control to hit a knee just above the hip.
(Rd 1 - 06:54) Marrero throws a few strikes, but is clearly slowing things down so that he can catch his breath.
(Rd 1 - 06:35) Marrero blocks Emelianenko as he tries a transition to guard.
(Rd 1 - 06:19) Marrero fires off a few punches as he catches his breath.
(Rd 1 - 05:59) Emelianenko tries to pull guard on Marrero but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.
(Rd 1 - 05:46) Marrero fires off a few punches as he catches his breath.
(Rd 1 - 05:21) Marrero blocks Emelianenko as he tries a transition to guard.
(Rd 1 - 05:04) Marrero holds Emelianenko in position with side control and hits a knee into the ribs.
(Rd 1 - 04:45) The lack of progress forces the referee to stand the fighters back up.
(Rd 1 - 04:34) Marrero chooses to shoot in on Emelianenko.
(Rd 1 - 04:34) Marrero gets the takedown! Emelianenko pulls guard.
(Rd 1 - 04:34) That's his second successful takedown from four attempts.
(Rd 1 - 04:28) Marrero is trying to pass guard.
(Rd 1 - 04:28) Marrero gets past the guard with a certain degree of ease and gains side control.
(Rd 1 - 03:59) Marrero tries to ensnare Emelianenko in an armbar.
(Rd 1 - 03:59) Emelianenko blocks it.
(Rd 1 - 03:36) Emelianenko tries to pull guard on Marrero but doesn't get anywhere with the attempt.
(Rd 1 - 03:24) Emelianenko takes a knee strike to the ribs from under side control.
(Rd 1 - 03:13) Marrero hits a knee strike to the ribs.
(Rd 1 - 02:57) Marrero uses side control to hit a knee just above the hip.
(Rd 1 - 02:37) Marrero throws some small strikes, but is clearly just taking a moment to try and catch his breath.
(Rd 1 - 02:16) Marrero blocks an attempt to pull guard.
(Rd 1 - 01:58) Marrero uses side control to hit a knee just above the hip.
(Rd 1 - 01:42) With no progress being made, referee Mario Yamasaki stands them back up.
(Rd 1 - 01:31) Emelianenko moves in on Marrero, preparing to throw.
(Rd 1 - 01:31) Emelianenko throws a quick punch but doesn't hit.
(Rd 1 - 01:14) Marrero comes in, looking for a takedown.
(Rd 1 - 01:14) The takedown is completed, Emelianenko is on his back and pulls guard.
(Rd 1 - 01:08) Marrero begins trying to pass the guard.
(Rd 1 - 01:08) Marrero is too much for Emelianenko, passing guard and gaining side control.
(Rd 1 - 00:13) Marrero fires away with punches, but Emelianenko deals with them fairly well.
(Rd 1 - 00:01) Emelianenko tries to move to guard, but Marrero doesn't allow it.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round one.

Round 2
(Rd 2 - 05:00) It's the final round and we are back underway!
(Rd 2 - 04:50) A punch from Emelianenko fails to land.
(Rd 2 - 04:45) Marrero seizes the chance and shoots in on Emelianenko.
(Rd 2 - 04:37) Marrero can't get past the sprawl of Emelianenko and has to give up on the takedown.
(Rd 2 - 04:22) Emelianenko is slowing just a little as he starts to get into the gas tank a bit.
(Rd 2 - 04:22) Taking a few gulps of breath, Marrero is giving the first hint that he is starting to tire a touch.
(Rd 2 - 04:16) Marrero may have been aiming to get in close, but Emelianenko aggressively took the initiative.
(Rd 2 - 04:16) Emelianenko throws a punch but Marrero was equal to it.
(Rd 2 - 04:01) Emelianenko moves in closer, ready to attack.
(Rd 2 - 04:01) Marrero, looking very tentative, pokes out a quick jab that hits.
(Rd 2 - 04:01) Emelianenko throws a punch but Marrero was equal to it.
(Rd 2 - 03:48) Emelianenko lands a jab and then scores with a right cross that landed hard.
(Rd 2 - 03:24) A punch from Emelianenko fails to land.
(Rd 2 - 03:07) Emelianenko moves in on Marrero, preparing to throw.
(Rd 2 - 03:07) Emelianenko throws a punch but Marrero avoids it.
(Rd 2 - 03:02) Emelianenko appears to be feeling a little fatigue for the first time in this fight, his hands are starting to lower just a fraction.
(Rd 2 - 02:51) Marrero had looked like he was angling for a takedown attempt, but couldn't take the initiative.
(Rd 2 - 02:51) Emelianenko can't connect with a jab, but then lands a big right hand.
(Rd 2 - 02:31) There's a takedown attempt from Marrero.
(Rd 2 - 02:31) Marrero gets hold of a leg but Emelianenko remains standing, hopping on the other foot.
(Rd 2 - 02:31) Unable to complete the takedown, Marrero instead pushes Emelianenko up against the ropes.
(Rd 2 - 02:13) Marrero shows his grappling ability by trapping Emelianenko up against the ropes.
(Rd 2 - 02:13) They remain there, hitting each other with short punches, for about a minute.
(Rd 2 - 01:22) Marrero exerts total control, keeping Emelianenko smothered against the ropes.
(Rd 2 - 01:22) Marrero and Emelianenko remain up against the ropes for the next minute, doing little other than throwing occasional short punches.
(Rd 2 - 00:18) Emelianenko is breathing very hard.
(Rd 2 - 00:18) With the fight having been stuck against the ropes for a lengthy period of time, the referee restarts them back in the center.
(Rd 2 - 00:11) Marrero looked like he was going to shoot, but Emelianenko simply took the initiative first.
(Rd 2 - 00:11) Emelianenko throws a quick punch but doesn't hit.
(Rd 2 - 00:00) The time runs out and that round is over, and so is the fight.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) The judges' decisions are now being announced.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) All three judges give the result in favour of Marrero.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) So the winner, by unanimous decision, is Carmelo 'The Fury' Marrero!

Official Result: Carmelo Marrero def. Aleksander Emelianenko by Unanimous Decision.

Renzo Gracie (15-10-1-1 NC) vs. Makoto Takimoto (6-4)
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Next up is a match in which Renzo Gracie (15-10-1-1 NC, 5-8-1 PRIDE) takes on Makoto Takimoto (6-4, 6-4 PRIDE).

Our referee is Yuji Shimada. The judges are: Junichiro Kamijo, Chris Watts, and Tsumemasa Kawakami.

Although they weighed in the same, it's noticeable that Takimoto looks a lot heavier than his opponent now.

About to fight in front of a home crowd, Takimoto unsurprisingly gets a loud ovation from the crowd as he makes his entrance.

Round 1
(Rd 1 - 10:00) And here we go!
(Rd 1 - 10:00) They touch gloves.
(Rd 1 - 09:47) The two fighters get up close and start wrestling for position.
(Rd 1 - 09:47) Takimoto manages to get control of the clinch.
(Rd 1 - 09:40) Takimoto looks to take Gracie down by setting up a judo throw.
(Rd 1 - 09:40) Takimoto doesn't get it, Gracie blocked any attempt to move him.
(Rd 1 - 09:25) Takimoto attempts to set up a judo-based throw to take Gracie to the ground.
(Rd 1 - 09:25) Takimoto doesn't get it, Gracie blocked any attempt to move him.
(Rd 1 - 09:12) Takimoto tries to wrestle Gracie backward and up against the ropes.
(Rd 1 - 09:12) Takimoto does it, Gracie is stuck with his back to the ropes.
(Rd 1 - 08:57) Takimoto attempts to set up a judo-based throw to take Gracie to the ground.
(Rd 1 - 08:57) Takimoto can't get Gracie down to the ground.
(Rd 1 - 08:39) Takimoto attempts to set up a judo-based throw to take Gracie to the ground.
(Rd 1 - 08:39) It doesn't work, Gracie defended against it well.
(Rd 1 - 08:28) With the ropes trapping Gracie, Takimoto looks to be attempting to set up a judo throw.
(Rd 1 - 08:28) Takimoto uses a nice inside leg trip and Gracie is forced to pull guard!
(Rd 1 - 08:09) In guard, Takimoto throws a couple of punches designed to keep Gracie guessing.
(Rd 1 - 07:40) Gracie attempts to sweep Takimoto.
(Rd 1 - 07:40) The sweep is brilliant, flipping them over so that Gracie has mount!
(Rd 1 - 07:27) Gracie unloads with massive right hands and Takimoto is getting destroyed!
(Rd 1 - 07:27) Referee Yuji Shimada has no option but to leap in and stop the fight!
(Rd 1 - 07:12) The winner, by TKO, is Renzo Gracie!

Official Result: Renzo Gracie def. Makoto Takimoto by TKO (Strikes) in 2:48 of Round 1.

Roman Zentsov (21-10) vs. Ricco Rodriguez (28-8)
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Moving on to the next match, in which 'The Russian Hammer' Roman Zentsov (21-10, 5-2 PRIDE) takes on Ricco 'Suave' Rodriguez (28-8, 5-2 PRIDE).

Yuji Shimada is the referee for this fight. Our judges are: Tsutsumi Aki, Junichiro Kamijo, and Chris Watts.

Round 1
(Rd 1 - 10:00) We are underway!
(Rd 1 - 09:45) A jab is wide from Zentsov, but then he scores with a right cross that landed hard.
(Rd 1 - 09:22) Rodriguez had looked like he was angling for a takedown attempt, but couldn't take the initiative.
(Rd 1 - 09:22) A jab is wide from Zentsov, but then he scores with a right cross that landed hard.
(Rd 1 - 09:07) A jab is wide from Zentsov, but then he hits Rodriguez with a beauty of a straight right.
(Rd 1 - 08:51) Zentsov can't hit a set-up left jab, but then hits a nice straight right that lands hard.
(Rd 1 - 08:40) Zentsov throws a quick punch but doesn't land.
(Rd 1 - 08:23) Rodriguez appeared to be going for a takedown, but Zentsov took the initiative first.
(Rd 1 - 08:23) Zentsov connects with a nice jab and then hits Rodriguez with a beauty of a straight right.
(Rd 1 - 08:03) Zentsov lands a jab and then hits Rodriguez with a beauty of a straight right.
(Rd 1 - 07:54) Zentsov is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now.
(Rd 1 - 07:45) Rodriguez, backing off, hits a weak left hand.
(Rd 1 - 07:45) Zentsov can't connect with a jab, but then hits a nice straight right that lands hard.
(Rd 1 - 07:32) Zentsov throws a quick punch but doesn't hit.
(Rd 1 - 07:25) Rodriguez quickly shoots on Zentsov.
(Rd 1 - 07:19) Zentsov almost stops the takedown but is left hopping on one leg while Rodriguez holds the other.
(Rd 1 - 07:19) Unable to complete the takedown, Rodriguez instead pushes Zentsov up against the ropes.
(Rd 1 - 06:54) Rodriguez attempts a trip to put Zentsov on the ground.
(Rd 1 - 06:54) An outside leg trip sweeps Zentsov down to the ground where he is left on his back under side control!
(Rd 1 - 06:37) Rodriguez begins trying to get himself into a mount.
(Rd 1 - 06:37) Zentsov tries to sweep from the mount attempt but gets rolled and gives up his back.
(Rd 1 - 05:58) Rodriguez tries to finish Zentsov off with a rear naked choke.
(Rd 1 - 05:58) Zentsov stops Rodriguez from getting his arm under the chin and completing the choke.
(Rd 1 - 05:33) Zentsov tries to turn over and sweep Rodriguez but can't do it.
(Rd 1 - 05:17) Rodriguez attempts to complete a rear naked choke.
(Rd 1 - 05:17) Zentsov doesn't allow the rear naked choke to be applied.
(Rd 1 - 04:59) Rodriguez blocks an attempt to roll him off of the back.
(Rd 1 - 04:40) Rodriguez pounds away with right hands and Zentsov is having trouble doing anything about it!
(Rd 1 - 04:40) The referee has no option but to leap in and stop the fight!
(Rd 1 - 04:29) By TKO, the winner is Ricco Rodriguez!

Official Result: Ricco Rodriguez def. Roman Zentsov by TKO (Strikes) in 5:31 of Round 1.

Antonio Rogerio Nogueira (17-4) vs. Kevin Randleman (19-16)
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Moving on, Antonio 'Minotouro' Rogerio Nogueira (17-4, 13-3 PRIDE) competes against Kevin 'The Monster' Randleman (19-16, 7-11 PRIDE).

Yuji Shimada will be the referee. The judges are: Junichiro Kamijo, Chris Watts, and Tsumemasa Kawakami.

Round 1
(Rd 1 - 10:00) There's the opening bell!
(Rd 1 - 09:48) Nogueira lands a jab and then hits Randleman with a beauty of a straight right.
(Rd 1 - 09:37) Randleman is on rubbery legs all of a sudden, that last shot must have rattled him!
(Rd 1 - 09:37) Nogueira acts fast, moving in and knocking Randleman out with a single brutal right hand! What a punch!
(Rd 1 - 09:24) The winner, by knock out; Antonio Rogerio Nogueira!

Official Result: Antonio Rogerio Nogueira def. Kevin Randleman by KO (Punch) in 0:36 of Round 1.

Paulo Filho (18-1) vs. Gegard Mousasi (19-3-1)
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The co-main event is up next. Paulo 'Ely' Filho (18-1, 12-1 PRIDE) fights Gegard 'The Dreamcatcher' Mousasi (19-3-1, 4-1 PRIDE) in the PRIDE Welterweight division.

John McCarthy will be the referee. The judges for this bout are: Chris Watts, Tsumemasa Kawakami, and Tetsuzan Watoga.

Round 1
(Rd 1 - 10:00) There's the opening bell!
(Rd 1 - 10:00) We start with a touch of gloves.
(Rd 1 - 09:48) Mousasi hits a left jab and then lands a low kick to the legs.
(Rd 1 - 09:24) Filho shoots in for a takedown.
(Rd 1 - 09:24) The takedown is unsuccessful, Mousasi sprawled to block it and then steps back to safety.
(Rd 1 - 08:57) Mousasi hits a left jab and then lands a right hand to the body.
(Rd 1 - 08:37) A jab is wide from Mousasi, but then he hits Filho with a beauty of a straight right.
(Rd 1 - 08:25) A jab hits home from Mousasi and then he scores with a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 08:12) Mousasi confidently comes in closer.
(Rd 1 - 08:12) Filho looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Mousasi simply took the initiative first.
(Rd 1 - 08:12) Mousasi uses a left jab, but can't connect with a right to the body.
(Rd 1 - 07:50) Attacking with intent, Mousasi scores with three out of a flurry of four punches but leaves himself exposed with a head kick attempt and Filho capitalises by catching it!
(Rd 1 - 07:33) Seizing his chance, Filho attempts a takedown.
(Rd 1 - 07:33) With Mousasi not going down, Filho settles for pushing him up against the ropes.
(Rd 1 - 07:19) Filho looks to try and maintain control via his wrestling skills, but Mousasi works enough space that he can pull clear and circle out.
(Rd 1 - 06:56) Mousasi can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then catches Filho with a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 06:41) Mousasi comes in looking to strike.
(Rd 1 - 06:41) Filho had looked like he was angling for a takedown attempt, but couldn't take the initiative.
(Rd 1 - 06:41) Mousasi can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then catches Filho with a right hook.
(Rd 1 - 06:26) Filho looked like he was going to step in and grapple, but Mousasi simply took the initiative first.
(Rd 1 - 06:26) Mousasi connects with a nice jab and then scores with a right head kick.
(Rd 1 - 06:10) Filho shoots in for a takedown.
(Rd 1 - 06:10) Filho gets hold of a leg but Mousasi remains standing, hopping on the other foot.
(Rd 1 - 06:10) Filho drives Mousasi up against the ropes.
(Rd 1 - 05:59) Filho looks to sweep a leg in order to execute a sharp trip.
(Rd 1 - 05:59) An excellent outside leg trip sees Mousasi get thrown to the mat and Filho has no problem getting side control.
(Rd 1 - 05:39) Filho tries to get into the mount position.
(Rd 1 - 05:39) Mousasi desperately tries to fight the mount, and they find themselves scrambling for position.
(Rd 1 - 05:25) The scramble sees Mousasi up first, and he is quick to wrestle Filho up against the ropes.
(Rd 1 - 05:12) Mousasi is trying to lock Filho into a Muay Thai clinch.
(Rd 1 - 05:12) Mousasi can't get it though, Filho is fighting too hard.
(Rd 1 - 04:57) We move into the second half of this round.
(Rd 1 - 04:57) Mousasi tries to get Filho into a Muay Thai clinch.
(Rd 1 - 04:57) He gets it and now has Filho in trouble.
(Rd 1 - 04:41) Mousasi loses the Muay Thai clinch after a knee strike misses and gives Filho the opportunity to wrestle free.
(Rd 1 - 04:09) Mousasi is still moving well, but he is definitely breathing a little deeper now.
(Rd 1 - 03:56) Filho may have been setting up to shoot, but Mousasi aggressively took the initiative.
(Rd 1 - 03:56) A jab is wide from Mousasi, but then he hits a nice straight right that lands hard.
(Rd 1 - 03:46) Mousasi confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes.
(Rd 1 - 03:46) Mousasi can't connect with his set-up strikes, but then hits Filho with a straight right.
(Rd 1 - 03:46) Blood is visible on Filho, a strike looks to have opened up a cut under his eye.
(Rd 1 - 03:29) Mousasi lands two jabs and then scores with a right cross.
(Rd 1 - 03:11) Filho chooses to shoot in on Mousasi.
(Rd 1 - 03:11) Filho gets hold of a leg but Mousasi remains standing, hopping on the other foot.
(Rd 1 - 03:11) Filho uses the position to drive Mousasi up against the ropes.
(Rd 1 - 02:59) Filho tries to smother Mousasi against the ropes, but he wrestles free and circles back to the center.
(Rd 1 - 02:41) Mousasi can't connect with a jab, but then hits a nice straight right.
(Rd 1 - 02:24) Mousasi uses a left jab, but the following leg kick misses.
(Rd 1 - 02:03) Filho shoots in for a takedown.
(Rd 1 - 02:03) Mousasi almost stops the takedown but is left hopping on one leg while Filho holds the other.
(Rd 1 - 02:03) Filho uses the position to drive Mousasi up against the ropes.
(Rd 1 - 01:43) With the ropes trapping Mousasi, Filho looks for a trip takedown.
(Rd 1 - 01:43) Filho can't get Mousasi down to the ground.
(Rd 1 - 01:30) Filho looks to sweep a leg out from under Mousasi so as to take him down with a trip.
(Rd 1 - 01:30) Mousasi blocks the attempt by keeping a solid base.
(Rd 1 - 01:19) With Mousasi stuck against the ropes, Filho tries to reap a leg with a sharp sweep in order to trip him to the floor.
(Rd 1 - 01:19) Filho uses a nice inside leg trip and Mousasi is forced to pull half guard!
(Rd 1 - 01:01) Filho pounds away with right hands, but doesn't do much damage.
(Rd 1 - 00:44) Mousasi tries to move from half guard to full guard, but Filho doesn't allow it.
(Rd 1 - 00:25) Filho pounds away but Mousasi deals with the blows fairly easily.
(Rd 1 - 00:08) Mousasi tries to get full guard on Filho but doesn't get anywhere.
(Rd 1 - 00:00) The time is up, and that's the end of round one.

Bleeding, Filho is attended to by the cut man between rounds.

Round 2

(Rd 2 - 05:00) There's the bell for the start of the final round!
(Rd 2 - 04:53) Mousasi confidently moves in closer, looking to throw some strikes.
(Rd 2 - 04:53) Filho may have been aiming to get in close, but Mousasi aggressively took the initiative.
(Rd 2 - 04:53) Mousasi lands a jab and then scores with a right head kick.
(Rd 2 - 04:53) Filho is bleeding under his eye again, a strike has re-opened the wound.
(Rd 2 - 04:33) Mousasi looks confident, shortening the range as he looks to strike.
(Rd 2 - 04:33) It looked like we were about to see Filho try and get some grappling started, but Mousasi was more aggressive and took the initiative.
(Rd 2 - 04:33) Mousasi connects with two left jabs, but leaves himself exposed with a head kick attempt and Filho capitalises by catching it!
(Rd 2 - 04:18) Mousasi hops on one foot, trying to balance. Filho tries for a takedown attempt.
(Rd 2 - 04:18) Unable to complete the takedown, Filho instead pushes Mousasi up against the ropes.
(Rd 2 - 03:59) Filho looks to take Mousasi down with a trip.
(Rd 2 - 03:59) An outside leg trip sweeps Mousasi down to the ground where he is left on his back under side control!
(Rd 2 - 03:41) Filho attempts to move to mount.
(Rd 2 - 03:41) Filho almost gets mount, but Mousasi was ready and a scramble for position ensues.
(Rd 2 - 03:28) The scramble allows Mousasi to take his opponent's back!
(Rd 2 - 03:16) Mousasi successfully gets both hooks in, and seems primed to finish.
(Rd 2 - 03:00) Mousasi, with both hooks in, attempts to get a rear naked choke fully applied.
(Rd 2 - 03:00) Filho defends himself well against the choke.
(Rd 2 - 02:08) Mousasi, with both hooks fully in, tries to get the rear naked choke applied.
(Rd 2 - 02:08) Filho stops Mousasi from getting his arm under the chin and completing the choke.
(Rd 2 - 01:52) Filho manages to pull free of the hooks, but still has Mousasi on his back.
(Rd 2 - 01:35) Mousasi increases his control by applying a body triangle.
(Rd 2 - 01:10) Mousasi looks very tired out there.
(Rd 2 - 01:10) Mousasi, with the body triangle, attempts to get a rear naked choke fully applied.
(Rd 2 - 01:10) Filho doesn't allow the rear naked choke to be applied.
(Rd 2 - 00:41) Mousasi loses the body triangle, but still has the back.
(Rd 2 - 00:29) Mousasi pounds away with punches but can't quite land anything with any power.
(Rd 2 - 00:13) Mousasi fires away and Filho is clearly hurt by a couple of nasty looking punches.
(Rd 2 - 00:00) The time runs out and that round is over, and so is the fight.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) The ring announcer is now giving the official decisions.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) All three judges have given the victory to Mousasi.

(Rd 2 - 00:00) Gegard 'The Dreamcatcher' Mousasi wins by unanimous decision!

Official Result: Gegard Mousasi def. Paulo Filho by Unanimous Decision.

Kazushi Sakuraba (24-13-1-2 NC) vs. Ken Shamrock (29-13-2)
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It's time for the main event of the evening! 'The Gracie Hunter' Kazushi Sakuraba (24-13-1-2 NC, 21-12-1 PRIDE) battles 'The World's Most Dangerous Man' Ken Shamrock (29-13-2, 4-4 PRIDE) in the PRIDE Middleweight division.

The referee is John McCarthy. The judges for this bout are: Tsumemasa Kawakami, Tetsuzan Watoga, and Tsutsumi Aki.

The size difference is clear for all to see; Shamrock looks a good 25lbs heavier than his opponent. That's a big advantage.

Round 1
(Rd 1 - 10:00) The fight begins!
(Rd 1 - 09:52) Shamrock aggressively moves in and grapples with Sakuraba.
(Rd 1 - 09:37) Shamrock, controlling the grapple with Sakuraba, tries to scoop him up for a slam.
(Rd 1 - 09:37) Shamrock gets it! Sakuraba manages to pull half guard upon impact.
(Rd 1 - 09:18) Shamrock begins trying to get his leg free of half guard and get a better position.
(Rd 1 - 09:18) Shamrock almost gets side control, but Sakuraba was ready and a scramble for position ensues.
(Rd 1 - 09:05) Sakuraba somehow ends up on top of Shamrock in north-south position.
(Rd 1 - 08:46) Sakuraba attempts an armbar as he spins out from north-south position.
(Rd 1 - 08:46) The armbar attempt is unsuccessful, and Shamrock takes the opportunity to try to scramble.
(Rd 1 - 08:21) The scramble allows Sakuraba to take his opponent's back!
(Rd 1 - 08:10) Shamrock is in huge trouble now, as Sakuraba successfully gets both hooks in.
(Rd 1 - 07:57) With both hooks in, Sakuraba tries to flatten Shamrock out for the rear naked choke.
(Rd 1 - 07:57) Shamrock stops Sakuraba from getting his arm under the chin and completing the choke.
(Rd 1 - 07:31) Shamrock attempts to pull free of the hooks, but Sakuraba doesn't allow it.
(Rd 1 - 07:19) Sakuraba, with both hooks fully in, tries to get the rear naked choke applied.
(Rd 1 - 07:19) The rear naked choke is fully applied, Sakuraba has Shamrock flattened out completely, there is no option but to tap out!
(Rd 1 - 06:46) Kazushi Sakuraba takes the victory by way of submission!

Official Result: Kazushi Sakuraba def. Ken Shamrock by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 3:14 of Round 1.

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PRIDE 50: A New Tomorrow
Date: January 31, 2009
Venue: Saitama Super Arena
Local: Saitama, Japan
Attendance: 7,767
Gate: $ 2,016,314
Critical Rating: 73%
Commercial Rating: 80%
PPV: $ 363,200

Main Card

Middleweight Bout: Kazushi Sakuraba def. Ken Shamrock by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 3:14 of Round 1.

Welterweight Bout: Gegard Mousasi def. Paulo Filho by Unanimous Decision.

Middleweight Bout: Antonio Rogerio Nogueira def. Kevin Randleman by KO (Punch) in 0:36 of Round 1.

Heavyweight Bout: Ricco Rodriguez def. Roman Zentsov by TKO (Strikes) in 5:31 of Round 1.

Welterweight Bout: Renzo Gracie def. Makoto Takimoto by TKO (Strikes) in 2:48 of Round 1.

Heavyweight Bout: Carmelo Marrero def. Aleksander Emelianenko by Unanimous Decision.

Preliminary Card

Heavyweight Bout: Rolles Gracie def. Dan Severn by TKO (Strikes) in 5:12 of Round 1.

Featherweight Bout: Takeshi Inoue def. Antonio Carvalho by Unanimous Decision.

Welterweight Bout: Yushin Okami def. Hector Lombard by Unanimous Decision.

Lightweight Bout: Nick Agallar def. Luiz Azeredo by Unanimous Decision.

Welterweight Bout: Brian Stann def. Ryo Chonan by KO (Punch) in 3:00 of Round 1.

Featherweight Bout: Tomonari Kanomata def. Yoshihiro Maeda by KO (Punches) in 8:18 of Round 1.

Bonus

KO of the Night: Antonio Rogerio Nogueira

Submission of the Night: Kazushi Sakuraba

Fight of the Night: Kazushi Sakuraba vs. Ken Shamrock

POST FIGHT

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- Sakakibara announced that Sakuraba and Nogueira will participate in the GP Openweight.

- Sakuraba said that the intention was to leave no doubts this time and did so. And already waiting for the challenge to participate in the GP.

- Mousasi said that he showed that it is a reality by winning the tough Paulo FIlho and that he is waiting for an opponent close to the title race and made himself available to be a reserve in the openweight tournament.

- Nogueira said he did not expect to beat Randleman so quickly and thanked his team at Team Nogueira for their support in their first match under the team's banner.

PREDICTIONS

McDojoDelux - (8-4)

vladjarca - (7-5)

rodrigoviolim · March 28, 2021

I can't see this going well for Ken, but oh God, that co-main event is FIRE! #TeamGegard

Yes my friend vladjarca, Mousasi dominated Filho and is now one of the division's top contenders.

rodrigoviolim · March 31, 2021

<div style="text-align:center;">PRIDE BUSHIDO 26 AND PRIDE 51 ANNOUNCED</div>

<div style="text-align:left;">by Sean Smith

PRIDE will invade Osaka again this February with two cards and great fights.

PRIDE Bushido 26 will take place for the first time at the Ookini Arena Maishima and will feature the fight between former UFC champions, Vitor Belfort (20-10, 10-5 PRIDE), who returns after the quick knockout against Melvin Manhoef, against the legendary Mark Coleman (15-9, 8-6 PRIDE), who in his first fight at 205 lbs, ended up knocked out by Mauricio 'Shogun' Rua in October. The fight will place one of the two fighters in the next PRIDE openweight tournament.

A week later at the Osaka Dome, PRIDE 51 will feature Urijah Faber's first title defense (23-1, 1-0 PRIDE) against former DREAM Featherweight champion Diego Brandao (8-2, 0-0) PRIDE). Faber was consecrated as a new champion by defeating Brad Pickett at the end of the year event, with a submission still in the first round. 'California Kid' hasn't lost since October 2005. His challenger, Diego Brandao, comes from the rival event on the Japanese scene, DREAM. Brandao was champion and made two belt defenses and for his aggressive style and his entry music made the fans call him 'Mini-Silva' in comparison to the legend Wanderlei Silva.

The event will also feature the duel between Tito Ortiz, who will make his PRIDE debut against Ricardo Arona a veteran of the event. The fight will place the winner in the openweight tournament.

PRIDE Bushido 26 will take place at Ookini Arena Maishima in Osaka, Japan and broadcast by ESPN Africa, Eurosport Russia, SkySports 2, NHK, Polsat Sport, Fox Sports Asia, CBS Sports Network, ESPN Latin America and Fox Sports Australia. PRIDE 51: Road to Gold will take place at Osaka Dome, Osaka, Japan. It will be exclusive broadcast in PPV by SkyPerfect. The all cards will also cover Blurcat.com's play by play with "The Voice" Matt Edwards and Daniel Tuxford.

Check out the full cards:</div>

<div style="text-align:center;">PRIDE Bushido 26

Date: February 14, 2009

Venue: Ookini Arena Maishima

Local: Osaka, Japan

PRIDE 51: Road to Gold

Date: February 21, 2009

Venue: Osaka Dome

Local: Osaka, Japan

<ul><li><div style="text-align:left;"><a href="https://i.imgur.com/6TEJDKW.png" rel="external nofollow">Paraestra visitor</a></div></li></ul>

<ul><li><div style="text-align:left;"><a href="https://i.imgur.com/GVC60rt.png" rel="external nofollow">Jason High to DREAM?</a></div></li></ul>

<ul><li><div style="text-align:left;"><a href="https://i.imgur.com/DwzFoWH.png" rel="external nofollow">Champion Diego Brandao stripped</a></div></li></ul>

<ul><li><div style="text-align:left;"><a href="https://i.imgur.com/G2PSjdo.png" rel="external nofollow">Diego Brandao signs for PRIDE</a></div></li></ul>

<ul><li><div style="text-align:left;"><a href="https://i.imgur.com/tgGz4c5.png" rel="external nofollow">Economou wins title</a></div></li></ul>

<ul><li><div style="text-align:left;"><a href="https://i.imgur.com/1rdYFSi.png" rel="external nofollow">On the market: Quinton Jackson</a></div></li></ul>

<ul><li><div style="text-align:left;"><a href="https://i.imgur.com/qHbEP8o.png" rel="external nofollow">Chuck Liddell cut</a></div></li></ul>

<ul><li><div style="text-align:left;"><a href="https://i.imgur.com/Y4OUzmy.png" rel="external nofollow">UFC announce show</a></div></li></ul>

<ul><li><div style="text-align:left;"><a href="https://i.imgur.com/4MGwXsu.png" rel="external nofollow">Quinton Jackson to KOTC?</a></div></li></ul>

<ul><li><div style="text-align:left;"><a href="https://i.imgur.com/WybB5Jg.png" rel="external nofollow">Rafael dos Anjos signs for KSW</a></div></li></ul>

<ul><li><div style="text-align:left;"><a href="https://i.imgur.com/soDjhST.png" rel="external nofollow">Shamrock responds to Randleman</a></div></li></ul>

<ul><li><div style="text-align:left;"><a href="https://i.imgur.com/Y18afxX.png" rel="external nofollow">EliteXC: Coenen vs. West II announced</a></div></li></ul>

<ul><li><div style="text-align:left;"><a href="https://i.imgur.com/9uJmJE1.png" rel="external nofollow">PRIDE sign Chuck Liddell</a></div></li></ul>

<div style="text-align:left;">MMA Around the World - Results</div>

<ul><li><div style="text-align:left;"><a href="https://i.imgur.com/XEN8hBn.png" rel="external nofollow">PRIDE 50: A New Tomorrow</a></div></li></ul>

<ul><li><div style="text-align:left;"><a href="https://i.imgur.com/QbgFtKy.png" rel="external nofollow">M-1: Economou vs. Morris</a></div></li></ul>

<ul><li><div style="text-align:left;"><a href="https://i.imgur.com/ndGyBag.png" rel="external nofollow">UFC Fight Night: Silva vs. Shamrock</a></div></li></ul>

<ul><li><div style="text-align:left;"><a href="https://i.imgur.com/xktJuPi.png" rel="external nofollow">American Small Local Show Feb 2009</a></div></li></ul>

<ul><li><div style="text-align:left;"><a href="https://i.imgur.com/3jW5SAB.png" rel="external nofollow">Pancrase: Lopez vs. Garner</a></div></li></ul>

<div style="text-align:left;">Calendar - Upcoming Events</div>

<ul><li><div style="text-align:left;"><a href="https://i.imgur.com/HD97Dqj.png" rel="external nofollow">American Large Local Show Feb 2009</a></div></li></ul>

<ul><li><div style="text-align:left;"><a href="https://i.imgur.com/SHu38xB.png" rel="external nofollow">British Small Local Show Feb 2009</a></div></li></ul>

<ul><li><div style="text-align:left;"><a href="https://i.imgur.com/QnceNO1.png" rel="external nofollow">Shooto: Kojima vs. Benavidez</a></div></li></ul>

<ul><li><div style="text-align:left;"><a href="https://i.imgur.com/MGK7tyi.png" rel="external nofollow">PRIDE Bushido 26</a></div></li></ul>

<ul><li><div style="text-align:left;"><a href="https://i.imgur.com/TBcboPN.png" rel="external nofollow">MFC 21: Jackson vs. Patrick</a></div></li></ul>

<ul><li><div style="text-align:left;"><a href="https://i.imgur.com/GRc2hHs.png" rel="external nofollow">Strikeforce: Fickett vs. Riggs</a></div></li></ul>

<ul><li><div style="text-align:left;"><a href="https://i.imgur.com/Ke9WvjL.png" rel="external nofollow">KSW 16: Christison vs. Gluhov II</a></div></li></ul>

<ul><li><div style="text-align:left;"><a href="https://i.imgur.com/teC07in.png" rel="external nofollow">PRIDE 51: Road to Gold</a></div></li></ul>

<ul><li><div style="text-align:left;"><a href="https://i.imgur.com/Z8Ccf9b.png" rel="external nofollow">KOTC: Porto vs. Shevchenko</a></div></li></ul>

<ul><li><div style="text-align:left;"><a href="https://i.imgur.com/AsWpFXv.png" rel="external nofollow">Bellator 1: Daniels vs. Spang</a></div></li></ul>

<ul><li><div style="text-align:left;"><a href="https://i.imgur.com/FfLXJ2T.png" rel="external nofollow">American Small Local Show Feb 2009</a></div></li></ul>

<ul><li><div style="text-align:left;"><a href="https://i.imgur.com/LkPtr3b.png" rel="external nofollow">DREAM 10: Guel vs. Mizuno</a></div></li></ul>

<ul><li><div style="text-align:left;"><a href="https://i.imgur.com/4e8p8Mn.png" rel="external nofollow">Japanese Large Local Show Feb 2009</a></div></li></ul>

<ul><li><div style="text-align:left;"><a href="https://i.imgur.com/qWUXQrT.png" rel="external nofollow">Pancrase: Stallings vs. Ishikawa III</a></div></li></ul>

<ul><li><div style="text-align:left;"><a href="https://i.imgur.com/qyu3ZQR.png" rel="external nofollow">UFC 82: Fitch vs. Alves II</a></div></li></ul>

<div style="text-align:left;">MMA World Rankings - February 2009</div>

<ul><li><div style="text-align:left;"><a href="https://i.imgur.com/r1ZAIId.png" rel="external nofollow">MEN´S POUND FOR POUND</a></div></li></ul>

<ul><li><div style="text-align:left;"><a href="https://i.imgur.com/Is6nTvf.png" rel="external nofollow">SUPER HEAVYWEIGHT</a></div></li></ul>

<ul><li><div style="text-align:left;"><a href="https://i.imgur.com/dC3Llu5.png" rel="external nofollow">HEAVYWEIGHT</a></div></li></ul>

<ul><li><div style="text-align:left;"><a href="https://i.imgur.com/c3X1Jya.png" rel="external nofollow">LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT</a></div></li></ul>

<ul><li><div style="text-align:left;"><a href="https://i.imgur.com/tqKJrmQ.png" rel="external nofollow">MIDDLEWEIGHT</a></div></li></ul>

<ul><li><div style="text-align:left;"><a href="https://i.imgur.com/JfOBnkB.png" rel="external nofollow">WELTERWEIGHT</a></div></li></ul>

<ul><li><div style="text-align:left;"><a href="https://i.imgur.com/4ALkWTh.png" rel="external nofollow">LIGHTWEIGHT</a></div></li></ul>

<ul><li><div style="text-align:left;"><a href="https://i.imgur.com/rpbbWaw.png" rel="external nofollow">FEATHERWEIGHT</a></div></li></ul>

<ul><li><div style="text-align:left;"><a href="https://i.imgur.com/h1xkmq3.png" rel="external nofollow">BANTAMWEIGHT</a></div></li></ul>

<ul><li><div style="text-align:left;"><a href="https://i.imgur.com/eYtZiEJ.png" rel="external nofollow">FLYWEIGHT</a></div></li></ul>

<ul><li><div style="text-align:left;"><a href="https://i.imgur.com/1dCnxK5.png" rel="external nofollow">WOMEN´S POUND FOR POUND</a></div></li></ul>

<ul><li><div style="text-align:left;"><a href="https://i.imgur.com/VkplQE5.png" rel="external nofollow">WOMEN´S FEATHERWEIGHT</a></div></li></ul>

<ul><li><div style="text-align:left;"><a href="https://i.imgur.com/zMHnMNC.png" rel="external nofollow">WOMEN´S BANTAMWEIGHT</a></div></li></ul>

<ul><li><div style="text-align:left;"><a href="https://i.imgur.com/STNCKzd.png" rel="external nofollow">WOMEN´S FLYWEIGHT</a></div></li></ul>

<ul><li><div style="text-align:left;"><a href="https://i.imgur.com/fTmhePu.png" rel="external nofollow">WOMEN´S STRAWWEIGHT</a></div></li></ul>

rodrigoviolim · April 1, 2021

PRIDE BUSHIDO 26 WEIGH IN RESULTS: ALL FIGHTERS MAKE WEIGH

by Sean Smith

The PRIDE Fighting Championships return stint on Osaka on Saturday with PRIDE Bushido 26. The 12-fight card is now official after all fighters made weight and is set to be headlined by middleweight legends Vitor Belfort and Mark Coleman.

Finishes over Kazushi Sakuraba and Ikuhisa Minowa have proven Belfort (20-10) as one of the most dangerous fighters in the division. While “Phenon” came up short against current titleholder Glover Teixeira, he bounced back with a impressive knockout win over Melvin Manhoef in 35 seconds. The Brazilian will look to earn another crack at the openweight tournament with a win and came in at 205 pounds.

Coleman (15-9) is looking to rebound over a disappointing performance against ''Shogun'' Rua, in rematch at PRIDE 47, that saw him get knock out in first round. Prior to that defeat, the Ohio native who has not won a fight since February 2006 has quietly reached 205 pounds in his second fight at this weight.

PRIDE Bushido 26 will take place at Ookini Arena Maishima in Osaka, Japan and broadcast by ESPN Africa, Eurosport Russia, SkySports 2, NHK, Polsat Sport, Fox Sports Asia, CBS Sports Network, ESPN Latin America and Fox Sports Australia. The card will also cover Blurcat.com's play by play with "The Voice" Matt Edwards and Daniel Tuxford.

Check out the full card:

PRIDE Bushido 26

Date: February 14, 2009

Venue: Ookini Arena Maishima

Local: Osaka, Japan

Main Card

Middleweight Bout: Vitor Belfort (205 lbs) vs. Mark Coleman (205 lbs)

Middleweight Bout: Stephan Bonnar (205 lbs) vs. Ikuhisa Minowa (205 lbs)

Heavyweight Bout: Peter Graham (250 lbs) vs. Soa Palelei (265 lbs)

Middleweight Bout: Kiyoshi Tamura (205 lbs) vs. James Irvin (205 lbs)

Featherweight Bout: Jose Aldo (145 lbs) vs. Joachin Hansen (145 lbs)

Welterweight Bout: Sanae Kikuta (185 lbs) vs. Jason Black (170 lbs)

Preliminary Card

Welterweight Bout: Denis Kang (185 lbs) vs. Yuki Sasaki (185 lbs)

Featherweight Bout: Ivan Menjivar (145 lbs) vs. Hatsu Hioki (145 lbs)

Lightweight Bout: Satoru Kitaoka (165 lbs) vs. Charles Bennett (165 lbs)

Featherweight Bout: Bao Quach (145 lbs) vs. Georgi Karakhanyan (145 lbs)

Welterweight Bout: Gregor Gracie (185 lbs) vs. Dylan Andrews (185 lbs)

Featherweight Bout: Bibiano Fernandes (145 lbs) vs. Nam Phan (145 lbs)

MAKE YOUR PREDICTIONS FOR THIS CARD

CageRage · April 1, 2021

PRIDE Bushido 26

Date: February 14, 2009

Venue: Ookini Arena Maishima

Local: Osaka, Japan

Main Card

Middleweight Bout: Vitor Belfort (205 lbs) vs. Mark Coleman (205 lbs)

Middleweight Bout: Stephan Bonnar (205 lbs) vs. Ikuhisa Minowa (205 lbs)

Heavyweight Bout: Peter Graham (250 lbs) vs. Soa Palelei (265 lbs)

Middleweight Bout: Kiyoshi Tamura (205 lbs) vs. James Irvin (205 lbs)

Featherweight Bout: Jose Aldo (145 lbs) vs. Joachin Hansen (145 lbs)

Welterweight Bout: Sanae Kikuta (185 lbs) vs. Jason Black (170 lbs)

Preliminary Card

Welterweight Bout: Denis Kang (185 lbs) vs. Yuki Sasaki (185 lbs)

Featherweight Bout: Ivan Menjivar (145 lbs) vs. Hatsu Hioki (145 lbs)

Lightweight Bout: Satoru Kitaoka (165 lbs) vs. Charles Bennett (165 lbs)

Featherweight Bout: Bao Quach (145 lbs) vs. Georgi Karakhanyan (145 lbs)

Welterweight Bout: Gregor Gracie (185 lbs) vs. Dylan Andrews (185 lbs)

Featherweight Bout: Bibiano Fernandes (145 lbs) vs. Nam Phan (145 lbs)

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