GOLDEN 1 CENTER
SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA
MAY 25, 2019
PRE-SHOW
TENSLEY TAYLOR SINGS
THE NATIONAL ANTHEM
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FAN POLL: 71% Fra McCulloch
REFEREE: Jordan Ripley
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ROUND ONE
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[The fight gets underway. Fra McCulloch goes with a looping right hand while Calvin Webb jumps back and jabs. Webb seems staggered and McCulloch runs to capitalize with a bunch of jabs and crosses. Quick hook by Calvin Webb that glances off McCulloch's arms. Webb misses a step and McCulloch sees an opportunity to counter! Brutal combination from Fra McCulloch! Webb is in a bad way, his legs look wobbly! Webb's chin is beginning to swell and has a small cut.]
[Fra McCulloch launches a couples of jabs and then a big hook! Webb blocks the jabs but the last punch hits clean on his cheek! Webb stumbles and then falls to the mat! McCulloch turns out the lights for Webb! What an astonishing KO by McCulloch!]
Winner: Fra McCulloch by KO (Punch) at 0:48 Round 1
Statistics: Calvin Webb
Punches 0/2 (0%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 0/0 (0%)
GnP strikes 0/0 (0%)
Submissions 0/0 (0%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 0 s
Statistics: Fra McCulloch
Punches 9/14 (64%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 0/0 (0%)
GnP strikes 0/0 (0%)
Submissions 0/0 (0%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 0 s
FAN POLL: 84% August Pope
REFEREE: Herschel Warden
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ROUND ONE
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[Leibowitz and Pope move forward as the bell signals the beginning of the fight! Some nice shots from August Pope miss their mark. Low kick by Pope to maintain his distance. Leibowitz is not showing a great technique with that counter low kick but it finds Pope's thigh. Crisp uppercut by Pope followed by a hard jab lands clean and Leibowitz stumbles back! Pope shows no signs of slowing down. He's in great shape. August Pope throws an uppercut that lands solidly.]
[Pope launches a stiff jab but Leibowitz ducks that one. Pope throws an uppercut that lands clean and Leibowitz has a small cut on his left cheek now. Leibowitz leads with a punch, Pope avoids it and lands flush with a counter uppercut! Low kick by August Pope to maintain his distance. Leibowitz throws a body kick but it’s blocked by Pope. Leibowitz launches a body shot and Pope evades. Low kick by Leibowitz to maintain his distance and the two fighters circle around the cage.]
[August Pope rushes in and just won't stop as he continues to rain down punches! Leibowitz may be in trouble as he has a small cut on his forehead now! Brilliant combination from August Pope but Leibowitz is showing some dodging skills avoiding the strikes. The two step in and exchange wildly and both fighters are missing terribly. Pope launches a stiff jab! That barely hits Leibowitz's face but it seems like one finger has poked his eye! Does the referee see that? Herschel Warden saw it! Warden takes away one point from August Pope for eye poke. Warden halts the fight to give Leibowitz time to recover. After a few moments, Warren seems to be ready to fight again. The fight resumes with both fighters standing.]
[Back on action, some tremendous strikes thrown by Pope gets blocks with confidence by Leibowitz! Solid kick to the leg from Warren Leibowitz but Pope checks it. Pope steps backwards and seems to be cooling down the fight a bit. Crisp uppercut by Pope followed by a hard jab but Leibowitz deflects the blows. Pope gets sloppy and Leibowitz tries to take advantage. Leibowitz moves forward looking for some action. He shows some good wrestling skills as he put his opponent in a double overhook!]
[The fighters are clinching. Pope is throwing a flurry of punches and Warren Leibowitz just can't get away! Pope shoots and grab one of Leibowitz's leg, attempting to take him down with a single leg, but Leibowitz sprawls back and remains on his feet. The fighters are stay in the clinch. August Pope lands some brutal punches to Leibowitz's face while in the clinch! Leibowitz pushes Pope with all his might as tries to keep the fight in striking range. Leibowitz is trying to counter now! Leibowitz launches a low kick but Pope is smart enough to block it. Pope decides to launch some tentative punches. Leibowitz launches a couple of jabs that are answered by Pope with a stiff cross! Solid exchange!]
[Pope decides to launch some tentative punches and he takes the best of a brief punching exchange. Pope is one of those men capable of pounding you into oblivion! Pope throws a hook that hits its mark. Pope attempts a sweep single but Leibowitz was ready and shrugs off the takedown attempt. Pope grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground. Great takedown by August Pope!]
[August Pope is in open guard over Leibowitz. He moves on the ground and remains in open guard. Pope gets sloppy and Leibowitz tries to take advantage. He tries to close his guard around Pope but he’s not able to do it. Pope is trying to better his position on the ground and launches a couple of elbows against Leibowitz's ribs. Leibowitz winces in pain. Pope moves on the ground but makes no progress. Pope works on the ground with his fingers over Leibowitz's face. Leibowitz shakes his head and continues fighting on the ground.]
[Pope is trying to better his position on the ground and launches a couple of elbows against Leibowitz's ribs. Leibowitz winces in pain. Leibowitz tries to move on the ground and shows August Pope a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow! Leibowitz throws his forearms up to block the impact just in time! Pope takes this opportunity to rest. Pope moves on the ground and gets to half guard.]
[Pope launches a few fake punches and tries to escape. Pope is countered by Warren Leibowitz. Leibowitz decides to jump inside Pope's guard. Pope didn't see it coming. Leibowitz is in open guard over Pope now. The buzzer sounds and Herschel Warden tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over. That round was a toss up.]
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ROUND TWO
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[As the fight continues it seems that August Pope is taking the best of the fight. A right hand from August Pope surprises Leibowitz! Pope and Leibowitz step in and engage in a wild exchange of punches! Pope is getting the best of the exchange as he lands a few blows. Pope shoots in for a single leg takedown, but Leibowitz stuffs the attempt. Pope begins to launch a barrage of punches bit Leibowitz is smart enough to drop backwards.]
[August Pope jabs at Leibowitz hitting his chest. Hard blow to Leibowitz's mid-section, he seems hurt! Leibowitz launches a body shot, Pope dodges and catches him with a hard cross. Pope follows up with a nice low kick that connects with a loud pop! Pope and Leibowitz step in to each other and engage in a wild exchange of punches! Pope is getting the best of the exchange as he lands a few blows. Brilliant combination from August Pope that forces Leibowitz to try and defend better.]
[Leibowitz throws a lazy kick, Pope dodges and fires an uppercut that almost puts him in to orbit! Herschel Warden is asking Leibowitz to defend himself! Herschel Warden jumps in between the fighters and stops the punishment for Leibowitz.]
Winner: August Pope by TKO (Uppercut) at 1:34 Round 2
Statistics: Warren Leibowitz
Punches 4/9 (44%)
Kicks 1/5 (20%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 0/0 (0%)
GnP strikes 0/0 (0%)
Submissions 0/0 (0%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 75 s
Statistics: August Pope
Punches 26/53 (49%)
Kicks 1/3 (33%)
Clinch strikes 4/14 (29%)
Takedowns 1/3 (33%)
GnP strikes 4/5 (80%)
Submissions 0/0 (0%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 75 s
FAN POLL: 90% Jakko Wirman
REFEREE: Dusty Whittaker
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ROUND ONE
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[The bell announces the first round! Inside leg kick from Santiago goes wide. Wirman is trying to counter now with a double leg takedown! He hits it! Chris Santiago is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull Wirman into his guard. Wirman tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard. Wirman fakes a few punches and then slips one leg to get the half mount. Wirman hooks Santiago's right leg and sits back for a kneebar! Santiago manages to kick Wirman away and scrambles on top! Santiago is in open guard over Wirman now!]
[As the fight continues it seems that Chris Santiago is taking the best of the fight. Santiago wants to finish his opponent on the ground but he can't find an opening in his opponent's guard! Wirman throws his legs up in a triangle attempt! Santiago realizes the danger and stands up to avoid the attack. Santiago climbs to his feet and is standing now. Santiago is standing while Wirman is on the ground on his back. Wirman tries to hit Chris Santiago with a kick to his knee from the ground but Santiago dodges it. Wirman tries to hit Santiago with a kick to his knee from the ground again and this time he connects! Nice kick. Santiago steps backwards trying to find a way to use his advantage now.]
[Santiago is still standing while Wirman is on the ground on his back. Santiago launches a kick to Wirman's thigh but Wirman checks the kick! Wirman launches an up-kick intended for Santiago's head. It lands flush with Santiago's head, snapping it backwards due to the impact! Santiago fires off a kick to Wirman's thigh that connects with a loud pop! He lands another! Wirman launches an up-kick intended for Santiago's head and it lands flush, snapping his head backwards due to the impact! Wirman kicks his legs trying to keep Chris Santiago away and Santiago takes a kick to the body.]
[Wirman tries to hit Santiago with a kick to his knee from the ground. Nice kick. Santiago steps backwards trying to find a way to use his advantage now. Wirman kicks his legs trying to keep Santiago away and Santiago takes another kick to the body. Santiago launches a kick to Wirman's thigh and it connects with a loud pop! Santiago launches another kick to Wirman's thigh but he checks that one! Wirman tries to hit Santiago with a kick to his knee from the ground. Nice kick. Santiago steps backwards trying to find a way to use his advantage now. Wirman kicks his legs trying to keep Santiago away and Santiago takes a couple kicks to the body. Dusty Whittaker finally halts the fight to stand Jakko Wirman up. The fight resumes with both fighters standing.]
[Wirman seems hesitant as if he would give the initiative to his opponent. Wirman moves forward looking for some grappling action. He has his opponent in a text book double collar thai clinch! Santiago tries to shrug his way out of the clinch but Jakko is determined to work from the clinch. He pummels through and manages to retain his position. Wirman launches a knee and lands on Santiago's left thigh and looks like Santiago hyperextended his left leg! A series of exchanges forces Wirman's back to the fence, without delay Santiago charges forward with a flying knee! Wirman side steps away and breaks out of the clinch!]
[Jakko Wirman moves forward looking for a hole in his opponent's defense. Wirman throws a hook that fails to land. A follow up quick hook by Jakko Wirman lands on the button! Good shot! Santiago has reasons to be worried now. Santiago goes with a looping right hand while Wirman jumps back and jabs. Santiago seems staggered and Jakko Wirman runs to capitalize with a bunch of jabs and crosses. Several good body shots land on Santiago. Wirman wants this win. He unleashes and connects with a brutal high kick to Santiago! That devastating impact has left Santiago laid out on the mat! Wirman's corner pours in to congratulate him!]
Winner: Jakko Wirman by KO (High Kick) at 4:53 Round 1
Statistics: Chris Santiago
Punches 0/1 (0%)
Kicks 3/6 (50%)
Clinch strikes 0/1 (0%)
Takedowns 0/0 (0%)
GnP strikes 0/1 (0%)
Submissions 0/0 (0%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 32 s
Statistics: Jakko Wirman
Punches 9/13 (69%)
Kicks 1/1 (100%)
Clinch strikes 1/1 (100%)
Takedowns 1/1 (100%)
GnP strikes 0/0 (0%)
Submissions 2/2 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 186 s
RUN IT BACK
WITH SAVANNAH SKYE
[The camera cuts to an interview recorded earlier in the day, showing Savannah Skye standing by with middleweight fighter, “Ripcord” Travis Decker.]
SAVANNAH SKYE
Ladies and gentlemen, my guest at this time, Travis Decker.
[Travis smiles as he gives a nod to Savannah.]
TRAVIS DECKER
Always a pleasure, Ms. Skye.
SAVANNAH SKYE
So the first question I have is regarding what you had to say at the press conference. You are usually quite quiet and reserved, but you showed a different side to you, an edge almost. What brought on that change?
TRAVIS DECKER
The thing is Savannah, is it's not really a change. Yes I am usually rather soft spoken, but that is because I don’t believe in wasting words. That said, when I have something to say, I’m going to say it, and that has been my way for a long time. I had things Reggie and the world needed to hear, so they did. And unlike him, I addressed them to him directly like a competitor.
SAVANNAH SKYE
Would it be safe to say that Reggie’s actions, or inactions as it were, have gotten under your skin?
TRAVIS DECKER
That term is usually associated with getting into someone’s head, with psyching them out. In that regard, no. What is /has/ done is fire me up even more, make me even more determined and driven to put him down in the middle of the cage. Reggie, and his entire camp for that matter, need to be taught some humility. I will make sure a lesson is learned tonight.
SAVANNAH SKYE
Well Travis, thank you for your insight and good luck tonight!
TRAVIS DECKER
Thanks Savannah, until next time.
FAN POLL: 87% Simon Bishop
REFEREE: Roy Rivers
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ROUND ONE
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[The bell announces the first round! Bishop grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground. Lee pops his hips out to stay on his feet. Bishop immediately tries again, but Lee stays vigilant. Lee tries to grapple and puts Bishop in a double underhook! Lee goes for a scissor takedown! Simon Bishop is down after that takedown and they are scrambling for position. Sang-Hyun Lee gets the advantage! Lee is in open guard over Bishop. Bishop slides his legs high and tries to apply a triangle! Sang-Hyun cuts to the side and manages to pass to side mount!]
[Bishop attempts to trap Lee in his guard but Lee keeps control and remains in side mount. Lee looks to pass to mount. He slides his knee across and achieves the full mount position! Tough spot for Simon Bishop. As the fight continues it seems that Bishop is taking the best of the fight. Bishop is using some of his ground skills to escape from this. He pushes Lee's knee away and tries to roll! Nice move to get half guard! Bishop tries to free his leg but Lee rolls on the ground and moves to side mount! Awesome maneuver! Bishop tries to work on the ground but Lee uses his strength to keep Bishop at a disadvantage.]
[Bishop attempts to trap Sang-Hyun Lee in his guard but gets nothing. Lee looks to pass to mount but Bishop creates space and scrambles back to his feet. Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing and the fans are cheering for the fighters. Bishop shoots a single leg but Lee stuffs the takedown. Several good body shots are evaded by Lee. Bishop jabs at Lee hitting his chest. Bishop shoots for a double leg takedown now but Sang-Hyun Lee sprawls and manages to stay on his feet. Lee tries to bring the fight to the ground now with a blast double and Bishop goes down.]
[Bishop tries to close his guard around Lee but he’s not able to. Bishop tries several times to close guard but is unsuccessful in every attempt. Bishop then reaches under and rolls for a kneebar! Lee blocks the attempt and uses the opportunity to seize half guard. Roy Rivers has seen enough passivity on the ground and stands up the fighters. Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.]
[Bishop looks for angles as he throws a few jabs that are countered by Lee's punches. Lee is on the receiving end of a great combo by Bishop now! Bishop goes with a looping right hand while Sang-Hyun Lee jumps back and jabs. Bishop only hits air and the subsequent exchange is fruitless. Bishop moves forward looking for some action but Sang-Hyun Lee doesn't want to engage and backpedals. Bishop jabs at Lee to no visible effect. Lee throws a body kick and lands the solid shot!]
[Lee tries some clinching in order to control the fight. Well done. Lee is clinching with Bishop. Bishop pushes Lee away trying to keep the fight at striking range, but Lee doesn't want to break the clinch as he still is grappling with Bishop. Lee tries to breaks Bishop's resistance now with a few punches while trying to push him against one corner. Lee launches a couple of punches that leave marks on Bishop's ribs. Bishop slightly pushes Lee into the fence and tries to calm down the action. The referee separates the fighters as the buzzer sounds.]
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ROUND TWO
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[Bishop moves forward looking for some action but Lee doesn't want to engage and backpedals. Bishop attempts a sweep single. Sang-Hyun Lee was ready and shrugs off the takedown attempt. Bishop avoids a dangerous strike from Lee and fends him off with some feel-out punches. Bishop shoots a single leg, but Lee fights him off. Bishop misses a step and Lee sees an opportunity to counter him! Lee wants to take the fight to his advantage and tries to clinch. Both fighters are tied in a clinch now. Bishop launches a few punches towards Lee's ribs while holds him in a double overhooks!]
[Bishop struggles and launches a few punches to Lee's head. He gets nothing from this and looks frustrated. Lee grapples with Bishop and tries to hit him with an elbow. Left elbow, right elbow and left elbow again! Nice combination by Lee, Bishop was surely hurt there. Bishop takes a break to breathe while holding Lee. Roy Rivers separates the fighters and tells them to continue fighting in the center of the cage. Some counter punches against Sang-Hyun Lee land while he backpedals. Bishop is swinging for the fences! Bishop lands a textbook haymaker that almost breaks Lee's jaw!]
[Simon Bishop takes a few seconds to recover his breath. Bishop locks Lee's right arm in a kimura. He rolls through bringing Sang-Hyun Lee to the mat! He can't keep control over Lee's body. Sang-Hyun Lee scrambles back to his feet. Bishop tries to bring the fight back to the ground but Lee won't budge, forcing Bishop to pull guard. Bishop switches to rubber guard! He holds Sang-Hyun Lee's head against his shin, wrapping his other leg over Sang-Hyun Lee's head! Lee struggles and breaks that gogoplata attempt! Lee stays in closed guard and Bishop tries to roll on the ground but Lee uses his leg to keep his position on the ground. Lee is looking to pass l Bishop's guard now but Bishop has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.]
[The fans are in for a real treat now. It's always fun to watch Bishop work his BJJ game. Bishop tries to roll on the ground but Lee uses his leg once again to keep his position on the ground. Lee tries to better his position on the ground. He breaks the closed guard and moves to half guard. Bishop attempts to trap Sang-Hyun Lee in his guard but Lee keeps control and remains in side mount. Bishop breathes deeply while on the ground. Bishop tries to show some ground skills but Lee uses his strength to keep Bishop at a disadvantage. Lee is trying to counter now! He looks to mount Bishop but Bishop takes advantage of his opponent's over commitment and traps him in full guard. Lee is in closed guard now and Bishop tries to roll on the ground but Lee uses his leg to keep his position.]
[Lee is in closed guard over Bishop. Simon overhooks an arm and starts cranking! Lee pulls his arm out of danger and tries to escape from the closed guard. He succeeds and he's now in open guard and takes a second to catch his breath. Bishop launches a few weak punches but Lee blocks them effectively. Roy Rivers stands the fighters up due to a lack of activity. Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. Bone shattering straight left hand from Simon Bishop hits air as Lee ducks under. Bishop and Lee step into each other and engage in a wild exchange of punches! Lee is getting the best of the exchange as he lands a few blows.]
[Lee steps forward, Bishop catches him with an uppercut to the face! The two exchange wildly and Bishop now is connecting with a few punches. Lee fakes a punch and launches himself over Bishop! Nice move by Lee who clinches and pushes Bishop against the cage. Bishop pushes away Lee, trying to keep the fight at striking range. Lee stumbles backwards and Bishop circles to get the center of the cage. Bishop attempts a sweep single but Lee was ready and shrugs off the takedown attempt. Bishop continues to try to bring the fight to the ground. Lee won't budge, forcing Bishop to pull guard. Roy Rivers separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.]
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ROUND THREE
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[The final round begins and Bishop immediately goes for a single leg takedown. Sang-Hyun Lee loses balance and goes to the ground. Bishop lands in side mount and Lee tries to turn into his opponent. Bishop tries to sprawl back but he is too slow. Lee scrambles out and gets back to his feet! Bishop quickly follows and the fight continue on the feet. Bishop moves forward looking for some action, but Lee doesn't want to engage and backpedals. Bishop goes for a single leg but Lee stuffs it. Lee now moves forward looking for some grappling action and gets his opponent in a text book double collar thai clinch! Bishop pushes Lee trying to keep the fight at striking range, but Lee doesn't want to break the clinch.]
[Bishop struggles and launches a few punches to Lee's head but gets nothing from this. Bishop is holding Lee against the fence with his fingers all over Lee's face. Lee looks frustrated and tries to struggle out, but Bishop took advantage and landed some big punches to the ribs. Lee pushes Bishop away, trying to keep the fight at striking range. Bishop stumbles backwards and Lee circles to get the center of the cage. Lee shoots for a double leg takedown and he hits it! Bishop is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull Lee into his guard. Lee looks to posture up and open Bishop's guard. Lee presses in and forces Bishop to open his guard. Bishop tries to close his guard back around Lee but he can’t do it. Bishop moves to high guard and tries to close an armbar! Lee breaks the lock, rolls on the ground, and moves to side mount.]
[Sang-Hyun Lee looks to mount Simon Bishop. He slides his knee across and gets to full mount. Bishop tries to move on the ground and escape from the full mount, but Lee doesn't want to lose his position and he struggles to maintain the full mount. Deep breaths from Simon Bishop who tries a hammer punch to Lee's ribs. Lee suddenly holds Bishop's arm and tries an armbar! Bishop breaks the lock and now he is in a closed guard over Sang-Hyun Lee! Lee waits for the moment and tries to roll! He reverses Bishop and now Lee is in half guard! Bishop attempts to move to full guard but Lee keeps good control and remains in half guard. Roy Rivers has seen enough passivity on the ground and stands up the fighters. Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing.]
[Bishop launches a hook to the body but Lee moves aside looking for a counter. Lee moves forward looking for some grappling action and gets his opponent in a textbook double collar thai clinch! Lee grabs one of Bishop's arm and tries a hip toss! Bishop lands hard on his back. Lee is standing while Bishop is on the ground on his back. Bishop tries to hit Lee with a kick to his knee from the ground but Lee dodges it. Lee opts to go after his opponent and jumps inside Bishop's guard. Bishop didn't see that coming. Lee is in open guard over Bishop now.]
[Bishop tries to close his guard around Lee but can’t do it. He then struggles to not give his opponent a chance to recover. Bishop is taking out his mouthpiece to breathe. He then slides his legs high and tries to apply a triangle! Lee cuts to the side and manages to pass to side mount! Bishop fails here and it's time for Lee to fight back! Lee tries to pass to half guard. Bishop can't prevent his opponent from passing. Lee looks to work from half guard. Bishop attempts to move to full guard but Lee keeps good control and remains in half guard.]
[Bishop tries to close the guard and gets nothing from this effort. Roy Rivers has seen enough passivity on the ground and stands up the fighters. Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. Bishop and Lee step into each other and engage in a wild exchange of punches! Bishop is getting the best of the exchange as he lands a few heavy blows. Lee goes with a looping right hand while Bishop jumps back and jabs. Lee seems staggered and Bishop runs to capitalize with a bunch of jabs and crosses. Roy Rivers separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.]
JUDGE MIRANDA FRANCO
Simon Bishop 10 10 9: 29
Sang-Hyun Lee 9 9 10: 28
JUDGE MAX CARVER
Simon Bishop 9 10 9: 28
Sang-Hyun Lee 10 9 10: 29
JUDGE OZZIE SEBASTIAN
Simon Bishop 10 10 9: 29
Sang-Hyun Lee 9 9 10: 28
Winner: Simon Bishop by Split Decision
Statistics: Simon Bishop
Punches 11/34 (32%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 3/13 (23%)
Takedowns 1/12 (8%)
GnP strikes 0/4 (0%)
Submissions 8/8 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 395 s
Statistics: Sang-Hyun Lee
Punches 16/25 (64%)
Kicks 1/1 (100%)
Clinch strikes 5/5 (100%)
Takedowns 2/2 (100%)
GnP strikes 0/0 (0%)
Submissions 1/1 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 3/3 (100%)
Time on the ground 383 s
FAN POLL: 78% Travis Decker
REFEREE: Jordan Ripley
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ROUND ONE
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[Reggie Martin and Travis Decker touch gloves in the center to get this fight started! Martin tries some clinching in order to control the fight. Well done, Martin is clinching with Decker. Decker tries to shrug his way out of the clinch but Martin is determined to work from the clinch. He pummeled through and manages to retain his position. Decker doesn't want to clinch as he ducks under Martin and tries to move away. Martin pushes Decker forward and doesn't allow him to break the clinch. Decker misses a step and Martin sees an opportunity to counter him! Martin tries to finish this with a rear naked choke! Decker ducks under and pushes his opponent away.]
[Martin moves forward and tries a Superman punch! That crushes Decker's face and maybe his hopes of winning this fight too! Decker's right cheek is cut and bruised after the punishment he received! The two step in and exchange wildly and both fighters are hitting air. Martin tries some clinching in order to control the fight. Decker doesn't want to clinch as he ducks under Reggie and tries to move away. Martin pushes Decker forward and doesn't allow him to break the clinch. Sick uppercut lands from the clinch by Reggie Martin! That almost breaks Decker's chin! He is knocked down!]
[Martin is standing while Decker is on the ground on his back. Martin launches a kick to Decker's thigh and connects with a loud pop! Martin raises his leg high in the air and stomps Decker's face! Reggie Martin turns out the lights for Decker! What an astonishing KO by Martin!]
Winner: Reggie Martin by KO (Stomp) at 1:28 Round 1
Statistics: Reggie Martin
Punches 1/4 (25%)
Kicks 2/2 (100%)
Clinch strikes 1/1 (100%)
Takedowns 0/0 (0%)
GnP strikes 0/0 (0%)
Submissions 1/1 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 2/2 (100%)
Time on the ground 0 s
Statistics: Travis Decker
Punches 3/3 (100%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 0/0 (0%)
GnP strikes 0/0 (0%)
Submissions 0/0 (0%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 18 s
RUN IT BACK
WITH SAVANNAH SKYE
SAVANNAH SKYE
Right now, we are here with #10 Cruiserweight Scotty ‘Bamm Bamm’ Gordy. Three of your teammates are fighting tonight. Reggie Rob already won while Tommy Ward is yet to come. How’s the atmosphere among the T.W Combat Sports team tonight.
SCOTTY GORDY
We’re pumped wins. Tommy is ready for his fight, and to show everybody we’re not just talk.
SAVANNAH SKYE
And about you. You competed at Boss Fight #9 where you took out Mad Maxine sixty-nine seconds in the first round. We haven’t heard much since. Can you give us an update on the status of any future fights?
SCOTTY GORDY
We’re finalizing a fight right now, and it will be announced shortly.
SAVANNAH SKYE
Fair enough. I want to thank Scotty Gordy for joining me again, and best of luck in T.W’s two remaining fights.
SCOTTY GORDY
Thank you.
[The scene switches back to the arena.]
FAN POLL: 80% Gina VanZant
REFEREE: Herschel Warden
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ROUND ONE
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[Gina VanZant and Rob Jones touch gloves in the center to get this fight started! VanZant decides to launch some tentative punches. Jones launches a couple of jabs back that are answered by VanZant with a stiff cross! Solid exchange! VanZant launches a rapid series of punches that glance off Jones' arms. Jones decides to launch some tentative punches. VanZant launches a couple of jabs that are answered by Jones with a stiff cross! Solid exchange! Rob Jones steps forward and fires a high kick! Vicious high kick, I can't believe that landed! Rob Jones turns out the lights for VanZant! What a knockout!]
Winner: Rob Jones by KO (High Kick) at 0:52 Round 1
Statistics: Gina VanZant
Punches 3/13 (23%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 0/0 (0%)
GnP strikes 0/0 (0%)
Submissions 0/0 (0%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 0 s
Statistics: Rob Jones
Punches 3/3 (100%)
Kicks 1/1 (100%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 0/0 (0%)
GnP strikes 0/0 (0%)
Submissions 0/0 (0%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 0 s
FAN POLL: 73% Xabier Belazco
REFEREE: Dusty Whittaker
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ROUND ONE
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[Natalie King and Xabier Belazco touch gloves in the center to get this fight started! King fakes a punch and launches herself over Belazco. Great move by King who pushes her opponent under a troublesome thai clinch. One, two, three! King doesn't stop launching those knees in the clinch! Devastating knee lands on The Black Knight's chin! That pop was heard throughout the arena! The crowd erupts! Belazco seems a bit groggy, his movements are not very coordinated now. King looks to be in very good shape as she continues with the brutal knees to Belazco's face, then follows them up with knees to the body! Xabier can’t take many more shots like that! Dusty Whittaker is asking Belazco to defend himself! Dusty Whittaker jumps in between the fighters and stops the punishment for Xabier! He wasn’t defending himself intelligently and the ref calls it off!]
Winner: Natalie King by TKO (Knees) at 0:48 Round 1
Statistics: Natalie King
Punches 0/0 (0%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 9/15 (60%)
Takedowns 0/0 (0%)
GnP strikes 0/0 (0%)
Submissions 0/0 (0%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 0 s
Statistics: Xabier Belazco
Punches 0/0 (0%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 0/0 (0%)
GnP strikes 0/0 (0%)
Submissions 0/0 (0%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 0 s
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FAN POLL: 86% Ivan Arlovski
REFEREE: Roy Rivers
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ROUND ONE
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[The fight gets underway. Tommy Ward tries to hit a spinning backfist, but Ivan Arlovski ducks under and that just passes over his head. Tommy Ward spins around once again and he connects with a spinning back fist just on Arlovski's chin! Ward spins around AGAIN but Arlovski ducks under and that just passes over his head. Ward throws a monster haymaker but Arlovski dodges it with perfect timing. Arlovski changes levels and shoots for a single leg and Ward gets caught off guard and goes to the ground. Arlovski lands in side mount. Ward reaches under and rolls for a kneebar! Arlovski blocks the attempt and uses the opportunity to seize half guard. Ward switches to high guard just before trying to sink a triangle! Arlovski struggles and his head turns red from the choke, but he manages to slip his head of the lock!]
[Ward isolates an arm in a kimura attempt! Arlovski blocks the hold and uses the opportunity to pass Ward's guard. Ward switches to high guard just before trying to sink a triangle! Arlovski struggles and his head turns red from the choke, but he manages to slip his head of the lock! Arlovski isolates Ward's right arm looking for an armbar. Tommy Ward manages to sit up and pull his arm out of danger! Ivan Arlovski lost his dominant position. Ward tries to move to full mount and succeeds. Arlovski tries to move on the ground and escape from the full mount but Ward doesn't want to lose his position and he struggles to maintain the full mount. Roy Rivers has seen enough passivity on the ground and stands up the fighters. Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing.]
[Ward moves backwards and Arlovski is asking him if he came today for fighting or running. Ward tries to take the fight to the ground with a single leg takedown but Arlovski sprawls back and stuffs the takedown. Ward suddenly spins around and he connects with a spinning back fist just on Arlovski's chin! Arlovski leads with a punch, Ward avoids it and lands flush with a counter uppercut! There is a small cut on Arlovski's chin now. Bone shattering straight left hand from Tommy Ward! Arlovski is going to have a big headache after that blow! A right hand from Tommy Ward surprises Arlovski! Ward launches a devastating haymaker but Arlovski dodges it with perfect timing. Ward attempts to cut off Arlovski with punches and Ivan reels from the strikes.]
[Tommy Ward just won't stop and continues to rain punches, Arlovski may be in trouble! Arlovski tries to bring the fight to the ground but Ward won't budge, forcing Arlovski to pull guard. Ward is in closed guard and Arlovski tries to roll on the ground but Ward uses his leg to keep his position on the ground. Ward uses some of his wrestling skills to escape from the closed guard! After a few tentative moves, he jumps to side mount! Tommy Ward tries a kimura but Arlovski quickly breaks the lock. Ward looks to mount Ivan Arlovski. He slides his knee across and gets to full mount. Ward sits high on Arlovski's chest and pulls his leg underneath Arlovski's head. There's the triangle attempt! Arlovski tries to roll out. He's too quick for Ward and manages to slip free! That was a risky move by Ward and it cost him top position.]
[Arlovski is in closed guard over Ward now. Arlovski tries to escape from closed guard, but Ward waits for the moment and tries to roll! Too late for Arlovski! He is reversed and now Ward is on half guard! Ward goes for an Americana but Arlovski breaks free. Roy Rivers separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.]
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ROUND TWO
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[The second round opens up and Ward shows no signs of slowing down. He's in great shape. Arlovski throws a lazy kick, Ward dodges and fires an uppercut that almost puts him in to orbit! Arlovski's left eye is cut and beginning to swell. Ward seems hesitant as if he would give the initiative to his opponent. Ward shoots a single leg takedown and catches Arlovski off guard. Ward lands in side mount but looks to mount. Tommy slides his knee across and gets to full mount. Arlovski doesn't stop bleeding from his eye. Arlovski tries to roll to his side and trap Ward in his guard, but Ward rolls him over and takes his back! Ward tries to get a hook in! Things get worse for Arlovski as Ward has one hook in and keeps working. Ward has one hook in and is trying to get the second one! If he succeed things are going to get very bad for Arlovski. Nicely done! Ward now has two hooks in! The end may be near!]
[Ward is in rear mount over Arlovski with two hooks in. Ward tentatively looks for a way to finish his opponent! This is a nightmare for Arlovski! Ward has one of his arms over Arlovski's shoulder and is ready for a RNC! Ward isolates an arm looking for an armbar from the back but Arlovski locks his hands and forces his weight on top of Tommy Ward until he can pull his arm free! Ward lost his dominant position. Arlovski is in closed guard now but Ward tries to roll on the ground! Nice reversal! He is now back in full mount over Arlovski! Ivan Arlovski is a bloody mess now! Arlovski tries to escape from the full mount but Ward is not caught off guard and moves to side mount to keep his superior position.]
[Arlovski tries to turn into his opponent and gets caught in a Twister Neck Crank from Tommy Ward! Ward is locking that Twister but he’s too slow. Arlovski scrambles out and gets back to his feet! Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The fans are cheering for the fighters. Ward circles around. Arlovski continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision. Crisp uppercut by Ward followed by a hard jab and Ivan Arlovski stumbles back. Ward throws an uppercut that lands solidly. Roy Rivers has seen enough! The fight is over! Arlovski was not intelligently defending himself!]
Winner: Tommy Ward by TKO (Uppercut) at 2:25 Round 2
Statistics: Tommy Ward
Punches 16/23 (70%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 1/2 (50%)
GnP strikes 0/0 (0%)
Submissions 9/9 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 248 s
Statistics: Ivan Arlovski
Punches 0/0 (0%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 1/2 (50%)
GnP strikes 0/0 (0%)
Submissions 1/1 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 248 s
CAGESIDE
WITH DYLAN CARTER
[As the camera pans over the raucous Sacremento crowd we catch sight of Dylan Carter, Alejandro Rivera and Jack Nation cageside chatting. Dylan Carter raises the microphone to her mouth addressing Alejandro.]
DYLAN CARTER
Congratulations on your win at UGP 11! A brutal first round headkick of Amani Crawford. You’re becoming known for those.
[Alejandro laughs, nodding his head as he does so.]
DYLAN CARTER
With that you became the #1 ranked Heavyweight in Union GP, but there are mentions of Donnie Calabrese, and a possible #1 contenders bout, or him even receiving a shot at Derrick La’Bell next.
[With that last statement Alejandro’s eyes flash.]
ALEJANDRO RIVERA
You know Dylan. In MMA fan support is a major factor. I’ve heard that same rumor, and you can tell that Motherfucker this. If his 5-4 stupid ass thinks he has what it takes to fight me for my shot at the belt, then I won’t turn him away. He doesn’t need to get his hopes up, because I will do to him what I did to Damiko Conrad and Amani Crawford, that’s knock them out in the first round.
DYLAN CARTER
There’s also rumor running wild mostly through Twitter that Donnie may even get the next shot.
ALEJANDRO RIVERA
Well, that’s not my call, but if he does, I’ll be glad to beat up Bobbi London or do battle with my friend Brock Quarry, but ‘Dog Face Donnie’ when we do meet expect to be punished for having the balls to take my title shot, even though I’m more qualified than you to fight for the belt.
DYLAN CARTER
Good luck Alejandro! I hope it all works out.
[Alejandro nods and takes a seat as Dylan turns her attention to Jack.]
DYLAN CARTER
May I have a moment of your time Jack?
[Jack nods, puts down his Bud Light, and stands up.]
DYLAN CARTER
At UGP 11, you were defeated by Byron McCall in a close fight. Do you have any future plans?
JACK NATION
What I really want is another shot at Byron McCall. He had better ground defense then I thought he would, and when I got up, I was to aggressive, and he caught me. That’s very hard for a person like me to live with. So, Byron, I’m asking you for one rematch. Just one.
DYLAN CARTER
A plea from Jack Nation. Back to you guys at the booth.
CAGESIDE
WITH DYLAN CARTER
[Dylan Carter stood, microphone in hand, beside one of the original members of Union GP, Kenzi Lacklan. The lightweight fighter was decked out in her #FightNight best, wearing a bright smile to match.]
DYLAN CARTER
I am here with Kenzi Grey…
[Kenzi cuts her off, the smile fading quickly.]
KENZI LACKLAN
It’s Lacklan Dylan.
DYLAN CARTER
Apologies for that, I didn’t realize. Mrs. Lacklan, your last fight was a loss at Boss Fight #8 against Tatum Momo’a in a decision. In fact, all of your losses have gone that way. That was the last fight on your contract. You teased the idea that you might be stepping away, are you ready to go public with what you’ve decided about your future here in Union GP?
[Kenzi was silent as she considered the question. It was obvious that she was torn over her future here. Finally she took a deep breath and said what was on her mind.]
KENZI LACKLAN
Dylan, I have loved my time here in Union GP…honestly, it has been amazing! Training for MMA has been one of the most intense things I have ever done; more than acting, football, or wrestling! I know a lot of people looked at me like I was crazy for even trying to step into the cage and go toe to toe with other athletes who have been doing this far longer than I have, but I did it. I was in the featured bout of UGP’s very first show last September and I walked out a winner and racked up the Fight of the Night to boot! That was incredible, but then there were the losses and that really got into my head. I managed to get Performance of the Night at Boss Fight VI, but the losses have really been a disappointment to me…
[She pauses and after a few moments Dylan prompts her.]
DYLAN CARTER
So, is this going to be last we see of you inside the cage?
[Her silence dragged on for a bit longer before she finally answered.]
KENZI LACKLAN
I remember when I signed on to compete in Union. The running joke was that this would be another thing that I would try my hand at, but would not take seriously. I think that I have taken this VERY seriously! I came here tonight and I looked around the locker room and it looked so different from when I started and the division was so thin. Now, there are more faces than I can count…there are fighters that have come to Union well after me and have skyrocketed to the top. I told the world that I am an insanely jealous bitch! Win or lose, I am not going to quit until I’m broken…and that hasn’t happened yet. I have fought my heart out inside that cage and no one…not a single person who has beaten me has been able to say that it was easy or that I couldn’t hang!
[She shook her head emphatically.]
KENZI LACKLAN
Am I done? HELL NO! This ride isn’t over for me…not yet! I have a lot more in the tank and I don’t plan on hanging it up until the wheels come off! I am going to keep training and keep fighting until I climb my way up the ladder! I am going to do what I have to do to get better…I’m going to take chances and maybe someone out there will finally find a hole in my game and turn my lights out, but I’m not going to quit…not yet! If they want me out of Union…they are going to have to knock me out of it! Mr. Reed…I’m coming back to the pay window daddy…get ready to sign me a fat check!
[Dylan turned to the camera.]
DYLAN CARTER
There you have it, a Union original is officially resigning and she plans to be on a mission when she makes her in-cage return!
♫
MAN ON A MISSION, I'MMA TELL YOU MY POSITION
TREAT MY CONDITION WITH A FULL HEAD ON COLLISION
IT ONLY TAKE YOU ONE MINUTE
TO DROP YOURSELF IN IT
♫
[“Greatness” by Don Broco begins to play throughout the arena as Kelsi Morrow slowly makes her way out to the main stage. Morrow bounces down the aisle with her usual bubbly upbeat personality as the crowd showers her with cheers. She continues to make her way down to cageside with several camp members following behind. She gets checked out by an official outside the cage to ensure she’s fit to fight. Once cleared, Morrow runs up the steps and sprints to her corner. Morrow stays warm, shadowing some punches and kicks while her music slowly fades out.]
PATRICK CARSON
And now the hometown hero is finally here. Kelsi Morrow has been quietly ascending the rankings, but this fight right now could very well put her next in line for a shot at the Lightweight Championship.
NORA BAUER
I don’t see how it couldn’t. Her opponent has been one of the most vocal fighters in all of Union Grand Prix, but she has backed up her talked so far. In the media blitz leading up to this fight, Morrow has hinted that she has felt slighted on being overlooked for other more vocal fighters, but she gets this fight tonight to showcase why she deserves the next title fight. She has a great striking portfolio that leads with her kicking game. If she can keep her striking range with DeMeans, she has a very good chance of coming out victorious here tonight!
♫
I AM WILLING TO DIE FOR THIS SHIT
I AM READY TO FLIP IT AND END UP IN PRISON THE REST OF MY LIFE FOR THIS SHIT
SO MY MOMMA AIN'T WANT ME, SHE GOT AN ABORTION
I END UP SURVIVING THIS SHIT
♫
[“Bank Account” by Lucas Joyner begins to play throughout the arena as Misty DeMeans slowly makes her way out to the main stage. A stoic snarl paints her face as she scans throughout the building, taking in the moment. She continues to make her way down to cageside with several camp members following behind. She gets checked out by an official outside the cage to ensure she’s fit to fight. Once cleared, DeMeans races up the steps and runs a quick lap around the octagon. She finally plants herself in her corner and begins rolling her shoulders back and forth to stay loose as she awaits for her opponent.]
PATRICK CARSON
And now with the final walkout of the night, the HILITE FC mouthpiece, Misty DeMeans is in the house! As we mentioned, DeMeans has been one of the most vocal fighters and has kept herself in the limelight. Whether it’s been the constant banter between basically any and every member of Real Killas MMA, or fighters that aren’t even under the Union GP banner, it seems that everyone has something to say about Misty DeMeans.
NORA BAUER
Which make this fight all the more interesting. Both of these fighters seemed to have given each other quite a bit of respect leading into tonight, which is a rarity for DeMeans at least. This fight should be an exciting one, as both are excellent strikers. Morrow, as we mentioned, loves to use her kicks, but DeMeans is more in tuned with her hands. Her biggest key to victory is to keep the fight close, in her striking range but out of Morrow’s kicking range. I’m excited to see how this one goes down!
MIKE DEMPSEY
Ladies and gentlemen, it’s time for the Main Event of the evening! The following contest is scheduled for five rounds in the Union Grand Prix Lightweight Division! Introducing first, fighting out of the blue corner, a Kickboxer with a Union GP record of 3-0. She stands 5’7” and weighing in at 125 pounds. From Sacramento, California, fighting out of Throne MMA, she is “Gold Star” Kelsi Morrow!
[People are cheering for this fighter. You can hear Kelsi Morrow chants all around the place! Ferocious staredown by Morrow while Jordan Ripley recites the rules to her.]
MIKE DEMPSEY
And her opponent, fighting out of the red corner, a Boxer with a Union GP record of 4-0. She stands 5’7” and weighing in at 155 pounds, from the Bronx, New york, fighting out of HILITE Fighting Club, she is “Miss Demeanor” Misty DeMeans!
[Misty DeMeans looks very relaxed and focused as she stays put in her corner without making any acknowledgment to the booing fans.]
NORA BAUER
Listen to this crowd. It’s no surprise that Kelsi Morrow is the favorite in this building. And judging by our fan polls, she’s the favorite for those watching at home. 61% of the fans that took our social media poll believe that Kelsi Morrow wins this one tonight.
PATRICK CARSON
The fans definitely has her back in this one. Morrow is one of those rare competitors who lets their actions speak for themselves. And now ladies and gentlemen, we are all set to get this main event fight started. The referee of the bout is Jordan Ripley. He checks off with each fighter one last time and calls for the bell. And here we go!
[Kelsi Morrow and Misty DeMeans touch gloves in the center to get this fight started! DeMeans goes with a looping right hand while Morrow jumps back and jabs. DeMeans only hits air and the subsequent exchange gets her nothing. DeMeans showing excellent timing, blasts Morrow with a right hand. Morrow steps backwards and the punch goes wide. Morrow tries to counter now and launches a middle kick. DeMeans blocks with her arm! Wow, that was loud! Tremendous strikes from DeMeans but Morrow blocks them with confidence. A bone shattering straight left hand from Misty DeMeans hits nothing but air as Morrow ducks under. DeMeans misses a step and Morrow sees an opportunity to counter! Low kick by Kelsi Morrow to maintain her distance that barely hits DeMeans' ankle.]
[DeMeans decides to launch some tentative punches but gets nothing from this exchange. DeMeans moves back and takes a deep breath. DeMeans closes the distance with her opponent wanting some action. She surprises Morrow with double overhooks! DeMeans tries a hook to the body but Morrow manages to block it. Shovel hook by Misty DeMeans goes nowhere. Poorly executed technique. Kelsi Morrow looks to counter! Good front kick from Morrow! DeMeans stumbles backwards after that strike! A punch from Misty DeMeans gets blocked by Morrow. DeMeans tries a nice one-two combination and connects! DeMeans decides to launch some tentative punches but gets nothing from this exchange. DeMeans moves back and takes a deep breath.]
[DeMeans attempts to cut off Morrow with punches but Morrow avoids getting cornered. Morrow goes to counter. Morrow goes to the body and punishes DeMeans' ribs with a couple of hooks. DeMeans to the body as well but Morrow blocks in time. DeMeans fakes a punch and launches herself over Morrow! Nice move by DeMeans who clinches and pushes Morrow against the cage. The fighters are clinching now. DeMeans throws a wild flurry of punches while in the clinch! Morrow is getting hit hard here!]
PATRICK CARSON
Kelsi Morrow started off doing a fantastic job evading Misty’s powerful strikes, but DeMeans has switched it up with the clinch to try and control the tempo now.
[DeMeans tries to control Kelsi Morrow in the clinch and use some dirty boxing. Morrow pushes DeMeans away before she could get anything going. Morrow looks to counter now! Quick hook by Kelsi Morrow and that good shot lands clean! DeMeans has reasons to be worried now. Nice punch by DeMeans and that nearly tags Morrow. DeMeans throws a punch that finds an opening in the defense of Morrow. The two step into each other and exchange wildly! Both landing some shots but without much steam behind them. DeMeans leans forwards and locks Morrow in the clinch again. Sick uppercut from the clinch by Misty DeMeans but Kelsi Morrow is agile enough to avoid the strike! That could have finished this fight! Morrow is trying to counter now! Sick uppercut from the clinch by Kelsi Morrow but now DeMeans dodges it!]
[DeMeans tries to dirty boxing while holding Morrow against cage. Morrow is unable to defend herself and receives some solid punches in the ribs. DeMeans postures up and launches another series of punches! Morrow pushes her opponent forward and blocks most of DeMeans' offense. DeMeans gets sloppy and Morrow tries to take advantage. Morrow goes to the body and her punches graze DeMeans. DeMeans pushes Morrow and moves away from her. She seems to be catching her breath now. DeMeans launches a hook to the body… Bang! Morrow stops that one with her ribs! DeMeans and Morrow engage in another wild exchange of punches and DeMeans is getting the best of the exchange as she lands a few blows.]
[Bone shattering straight right hand from Misty DeMeans hits air as Morrow ducks under. Morrow is trying to counter now! Morrow doesn’t show a lot of technique with that low kick but it still finds DeMeans' thigh. DeMeans closes the distance with her opponent wanting some action. She fakes a move and launches a nice uppercut and it lands on Morrow's chin! DeMeans shows some good wrestling skills as she put her opponent in double overhooks! DeMeans pushes off of Morrow and starts launching a flurry of hooks and body shots! Morrow stumbles backwards but Misty DeMeans chases her and continues the rain of blows! Morrow's right eye is cut and bruised after the punishment she received! DeMeans postures up and launches another series of punches! A lot of them are hitting Morrow hard, who may be wondering how to escape from this! Hard blow to Morrow's mid-section! Kelsi Morrow seems hurt! She stumbles backwards and she's an easy target for Misty DeMeans! The buzzer sounds and Jordan Ripley tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.]
PATRICK CARSON
A lot of back and forth in the opening frame of this fight! Kelsi Morrow was keeping DeMeans at bay for the majority of the round but it looked like DeMeans was finally able to build some offense right at the end there. Who do you think takes this round, Nora?
NORA BAUER
It’ll be tough to see how the judges score this one, but I think DeMeans stayed aggressive throughout the round, despite starting off slow. I think you have to give this one to Misty. Let’s see how these two adjust in the second round now.
[The second round opens up and the two fighters close the distance. A brilliant combination from Misty DeMeans forces Morrow to try and defend better. DeMeans looks for angles as she throws a few jabs that are countered by Morrow's punches. Morrow is on the receiving end of a great combo by DeMeans now. DeMeans is one of those women capable of pounding you into oblivion! DeMeans goes to the body and her punches graze Morrow's arm. DeMeans moves forward looking for some action. She shows some solid wrestling skills as she put her opponent in double overhooks! Morrow's cornermen are worried about her safety if she continues clinching with Misty DeMeans.]
[DeMeans is launching some bone breaking punches to Morrow's ribs while in the clinch. You can see the pain in Morrow's eyes! Morrow tries to shrug her way out but DeMeans is determined to work from the clinch. She pummels through and manages to retain her position. DeMeans is throwing a flurry of punches! Kelsi Morrow just can't get away! Morrow hits the ground like a rag doll! That surgical strike by Misty DeMeans has left Morrow unconscious on the mat!]
PATRICK CARSON
And it’s all over! Misty DeMeans delivered an impeccable combination in the clinch and Kelsi Morrow had nowhere to go!
[The crowd goes into pandemonium, raining down boos as DeMeans celebrates her victory with her corner crew. Doctors tend to Morrow for a few moments before helping her back up to her feet. After doctors and cutmen finish their work, the two fighters meet back in the middle of the octagon for the official call.]
MIKE DEMPSEY
Ladies and gentlemen, referee Jordan Ripley has called for a stop in this fight at 1 minute 15 seconds of the second round for your winner by knockout, “Miss Demeanor” Misty DeMeans!
[DeMeans has her hand raised in victory and both fighters embrace with a handshake and a hug while they say a few words to each other. The crowd continues to boo DeMeans as each woman splits off to each other’s crew. A graphic pops up on screen, breaking down the statistics of the fight as the commentators recap.]
Winner: Misty DeMeans by KO (Punches) at 1:15 Round 2
Statistics: Kelsi Morrow
Punches 15/23 (65%)
Kicks 4/4 (100%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 0/0 (0%)
GnP strikes 0/0 (0%)
Submissions 0/0 (0%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 0 s
Statistics: Misty DeMeans
Punches 20/50 (40%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 20/35 (57%)
Takedowns 0/0 (0%)
GnP strikes 0/0 (0%)
Submissions 0/0 (0%)
Clinch Attempts 2/2 (100%)
Time on the ground 0 s
PATRICK CARSON
Folks, this crowd is at deafening volumes right now! They obviously did not like what they just saw, but like Mick Jagger says, “You can’t always get what you want”. Big win here for Misty DeMeans, but what will this do for Kelsi Morrow moving forward?
NORA BAUER
It’ll hurt her a little bit in the rankings, but I think you really need to look into this fight. She did a tremendous job here. She read the fight well and wasn't afraid of engaging. She kept DeMeans guessing for a majority of the fight and was able to work in some good, solid offense. Unfortunately, it just wasn’t her night tonight. She’ll bounce back I’m sure and be right back into that title fight discussion.
PATRICK CARSON
Well folks, that is all the time we have here tonight. Join us again only on the Battleground Network as we head out to the Windy City for UGP 12! For Nora Bauer, I’m Patrick Carson, goodnight everybody!