Post by xx - Former Phoenix Fight Club on Apr 15, 2016 11:02:10 GMT -5
Josh Copeland looks like he has been waiting for this fight forever.
Liam McGeary looks very relaxed.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
The bets gives an equal chance to both fighters to score the win today.
The referee of the bout is Dan Miragliotta.
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Round 1
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The fight gets underway.
McGeary looks for angles as he throws a few jabs that are countered by Josh Copeland's punches
Copeland is on the receiving end of a great combo by McGeary.
Copeland is holding Liam McGeary's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Liam McGeary loses balance and goes to the ground.
McGeary's left arm is getting wrenched, it appears to be injured
The clock says 0:30 in the 1 round
Josh Copeland is in side mount over Liam McGeary
Copeland looks to be in very good shape.
Copeland gets a good position on the ground. ..
and what an incredible flurry! He's just wailing away at Liam McGeary! The referee is saying he's going to stop it if Liam McGeary doesn't defend himself!
Josh Copeland is in side mount over Liam McGeary
Copeland leans back...
He clobbers Liam McGeary's face with a huge punch! Ouch!
Josh Copeland is in side mount over Liam McGeary
Liam McGeary doesn't want to continue the fight in this position and tries to get back on his feet
He moves fast and now he is standing
Dan Miragliotta halts the fight to stand up Liam McGeary. The fight resumes with both fighters standing.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in venue are cheering for the fighters.
Solid kick to the leg from Liam McGeary
that visibly pains Copeland.
The clock says 1:10 in the 1 round
McGeary tries some clinching in order to control the fight...
Well done. McGeary is clinching with Copeland.
Copeland doesn't want to clinch as he ducks under Liam McGeary embrace and tries to move away...
Liam McGeary pushes Copeland forward and doesn't allow him to break the clinch.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Liam McGeary slightly pushes Copeland into the fence and tries to calm down the action.
Dan Miragliotta separates the fighters and tells them to continue fighting.
Copeland studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
The clock says 1:45 in the 1 round
Liam McGeary fakes a move and moves laterally.
McGeary launches a hook to the body
Josh Copeland moves aside looking for a counter...
Josh Copeland and McGeary engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Both fighters are missing terribly.
McGeary wants to close the range and tries to grapple...
Nice move. He shoves himself over his opponent and secure a single collar tie.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Some of the people here are booing!
McGeary launches a few hard punches to Josh Copeland's ribs!
Josh Copeland's ribs shows the damage! Liam McGeary is working his opponent ribs!
The clock says 2:25 in the 1 round
The fighters are clinching.
Copeland tries to breaks Liam McGeary's resistence with a few punches while tries to push him against oner corner.
Copeland doesn't find the right way... He have to improve his position for causing any real damage
Copeland misses a step and Liam McGeary sees an opportunity to counter him!
Liam McGeary tries to shrug his way out of the clinch.
Copeland is determined to work from the clinch. He pummeled through and managed to retain his position.
The fighters are clinching.
Copeland doesn't want to clinch as he ducks under Liam McGeary embrace and tries to move away...
Liam McGeary pushes Copeland forward and doesn't allow him to break the clinch.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Copeland doesn't want to clinch as he ducks under Liam McGeary embrace and tries to move away...
Liam McGeary pushes Copeland forward and doesn't allow him to break the clinch.
McGeary tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Big mistake from Josh Copeland! McGeary tries to finish him off with a RNC!
McGeary is unable to lock that and Copeland breaks the lock
Liam McGeary pushes away Copeland trying to keep the fight at striking range
Copeland doesn't want to break the clinch as he still is grappling with Liam McGeary
The fighters are clinching.
Liam McGeary tries to shrug his way out of the clinch.
McGeary circles out and slips free of Josh Copeland's grip. Nice job of getting out of that position.
Copeland moves backwards and Liam McGeary is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
The clock says 3:20 in the 1 round
Josh Copeland tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Liam McGeary jumps backwards and frees his leg.
McGeary grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Liam McGeary
The clock says 3:45 in the 1 round
Liam McGeary is in open guard over Copeland
Copeland measures the resilience of McGeary's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in McGeary's side.
Liam McGeary is in open guard over Copeland
Copeland tries to close his guard around McGeary
He is not able to do it
Liam McGeary is in open guard over Copeland
A few fans don't like what they are seeing and begin to boo!
McGeary tries to move to full mount
McGeary succeeds
Liam McGeary is in full mount over Josh Copeland
Josh Copeland tries to roll to his side and trap Liam McGeary in his guard...
Josh Copeland gets his hips out and gets to full guard.
The clock says 4:30 in the 1 round
Liam McGeary is in closed guard over Copeland
McGeary is in closed guard... Copeland tries to roll on the ground!
Liam McGeary uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
The clock says 4:40 in the 1 round
Liam McGeary is in closed guard over Copeland
Liam McGeary tries to better his position on the ground...
McGeary breaks the closed guard of Josh Copeland and moves to half guard
Liam McGeary is in side mount over Josh Copeland
Josh Copeland launches a few punches to McGeary's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because McGeary tries to cover his face,
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
That round was a toss up.
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Round 2
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These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
The clock says 0:20 in the 2 round
McGeary launches a hook to the body
Bang! Copeland stops that one with his ribs!
Copeland grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
McGeary struggles... Josh Copeland is unable to take him down
The clock says 0:35 in the 2 round
McGeary fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Josh Copeland didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Liam McGeary is in open guard over Copeland
McGeary moves on the ground
Liam McGeary moves to side mount
Liam McGeary is in side mount over Josh Copeland
Liam McGeary looks to mount Josh Copeland...
Liam McGeary slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Liam McGeary is in full mount over Josh Copeland
McGeary tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Liam McGeary controls the situation despite Josh Copeland efforts for escaping from the full mount.
The clock says 1:20 in the 2 round
Liam McGeary is in full mount over Josh Copeland
Josh Copeland tries to roll on the ground...
He makes a reversal!
Josh Copeland is in closed guard over McGeary
Liam McGeary launches a few punches to Copeland's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Copeland tries to cover his face,
Josh Copeland is in closed guard over McGeary
Copeland is in closed guard... McGeary tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Josh Copeland!
Liam McGeary is in full mount over Josh Copeland
Stand up! This is what McGeary's cornermen are shouting. Josh Copeland is a submission master and he can finish the fight if you mess with him on the ground.
Josh Copeland tries to roll to his side and trap Liam McGeary in his guard...
Liam McGeary keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Liam McGeary is in full mount over Josh Copeland
McGeary tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Liam McGeary controls the situation despite Josh Copeland efforts for escaping from the full mount.
Liam McGeary is in full mount over Josh Copeland
Liam McGeary fakes some punches
then lands a big punch to Copeland's face!
There is a small laceration on Josh Copeland's Right cheek
Liam McGeary is in full mount over Josh Copeland
Josh Copeland tries to roll to his side and get to half guard...
Liam McGeary rolls Josh Copeland to his stomach and takes his back!
McGeary is in rear mount over Copeland
McGeary tries to get a hook in!
Things get worse for Copeland! McGeary has one hook in and keeps working!
McGeary is in rear mount over Copeland with one hook in
McGeary has one hook in and is trying to get the second one! If he succeed things are goint to get very bad for Copeland.
Nicely done! McGeary now has two hooks in! The end may be near!
The clock says 2:55 in the 2 round
McGeary is in rear mount over Copeland with two hooks in
McGeary is in rear mount with two hooks in! He is working on a desperate Copeland, who tries to defend himself and escape from that position.
McGeary moves looking to sink a rear naked choke and finish this.
McGeary is in rear mount over Copeland with two hooks in
McGeary tenatively looks for a way to finish his opponent! This is a nightmare for Copeland!
McGeary has one of his arm over Josh Copeland's shoulder and is ready for a RNC!
The clock says 3:10 in the 2 round
McGeary is in rear mount over Copeland with two hooks in
McGeary works on the ground with his fingers over Copeland's face
He seems to have encountered the eye! What a classless move!
Dan Miragliotta didn't see the foul!
The clock says 3:15 in the 2 round
McGeary is in rear mount over Copeland with two hooks in
Copeland is trying to escape from the rear mount.
McGeary tries to use some of his tricky moves but McGeary's is smart enough to counter him.
McGeary tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Liam McGeary tries to get his arm under Josh Copeland's chin but can't do it. He locks his arms over Josh Copeland's neck and tries to finish him with a neck crank!
Josh Copeland easily defends the attempt.
McGeary is in rear mount over Copeland with two hooks in
Liam McGeary tries to open Copeland's guard...
Great bombs from the top by Liam McGeary. Copeland is unable to cover himself now!
Copeland has a small cut in his Forehead
McGeary is in rear mount over Copeland with two hooks in
Copeland tries to stand up!
McGeary doesn't allow him!
McGeary is in rear mount over Copeland with two hooks in
McGeary tenatively looks for a way to finish his opponent! This is a nightmare for Copeland!
Copeland adopts the turtle defense and McGeary is ready to make his way to the victory with a round of punches!
McGeary is in rear mount over Copeland with two hooks in
McGeary throws a few hammer fists to the face of Josh Copeland
Solid shots!
Copeland's Left eye is beginning to swell
McGeary is in rear mount over Copeland with two hooks in
Copeland is trying to escape from the rear mount.
McGeary tries to use some of his tricky moves but McGeary's is smart enough to counter him.
McGeary is trying to counter now!
McGeary throws a few hammer fists to the face of Josh Copeland
Solid shots!
McGeary is in rear mount over Copeland with two hooks in
Some of the people here are booing!
McGeary is in rear mount with two hooks in! He is working on a desperate Copeland, who tries to defend himself and escape from that position.
McGeary moves looking to sink a rear naked choke and finish this.
McGeary is in rear mount over Copeland with two hooks in
Liam McGeary aggressively and repeatedly punches Copeland.
He needs to do something soon or the referee will stop the fight!
Copeland has a small cut in his Right cheek
McGeary is in rear mount over Copeland with two hooks in
Copeland tries to stand up!
McGeary doesn't allow him!
McGeary is in rear mount over Copeland with two hooks in
Copeland doesn't stop bleeding.
McGeary tenatively looks for a way to finish his opponent! This is a nightmare for Copeland!
Copeland adopts the turtle defense and McGeary is ready to make his way to the victory with a round of punches!
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
That round was a toss up.
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Round 3
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McGeary fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Josh Copeland didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Liam McGeary is in open guard over Copeland
Liam McGeary pushes Josh Copeland against the fence and then tries to improve his position.
McGeary jumps and tries to free his leg! Copeland doesn't allow this but Liam McGeary is able to get half guard here.
Liam McGeary is in half guard over Copeland
Liam McGeary tries to pass Josh Copeland's guard...
Liam McGeary manages to get his leg free and moves to side mount.
Liam McGeary is in side mount over Josh Copeland
Josh Copeland continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Copeland tries to stand up!
McGeary doesn't allow him!
The clock says 0:55 in the 3 round
Liam McGeary is in side mount over Josh Copeland
Copeland tries to show some ground skills
McGeary uses his strength to keep McGeary at a disadvantage
Dan Miragliotta stands the fighters up due to a lack of activity.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
You can see Copeland's blood making stains in the mat.
McGeary wants to take the fight to his advantage and tries to clinch.
McGeary moves forward and holds Copeland
Josh Copeland tries to shrug his way out of the clinch.
McGeary is determined to work from the clinch. He pummeled through and managed to retain his position.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Liam McGeary slightly pushes Copeland into the fence and tries to calm down the action.
Dan Miragliotta sees a lack of activity in the clinch and separates the fighters.
The clock says 1:35 in the 3 round
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
You can see Copeland's blood making stains in the mat.
Liam McGeary throws an uppercut
that lands solidly.
The fight was awfully one sided. Matchmakers should take this into account for future fights.
Josh Copeland is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
McGeary looks for angles as he throws a few jabs that are countered by Josh Copeland's punches
Copeland is on the receiving end of a great combo by McGeary.
McGeary wants to take the fight to his advantage and tries to clinch.
McGeary moves forward and holds Copeland
Josh Copeland pushes away McGeary trying to keep the fight at striking range
McGeary doesn't want to break the clinch as he still is grappling with Josh Copeland
The fighters are clinching.
You can see Copeland's blood making stains in the mat.
Josh Copeland pushes away McGeary trying to keep the fight at striking range
McGeary doesn't want to break the clinch as he still is grappling with Josh Copeland
Copeland misses a step and Liam McGeary sees an opportunity to counter him!
Liam McGeary pushes away Copeland trying to keep the fight at striking range
Copeland stumbles backwards and Liam McGeary circles to get the center of the cage
Brilliant combination from Liam McGeary
that forces Copeland to try and defend better.
Copeland's Mouth is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Josh Copeland is a bloody mess!
Josh Copeland and McGeary engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Both fighters are missing terribly.
Liam McGeary throws an uppercut
that lands solidly.
Tremendous strikes from McGeary!
Some big punches are landing!
Liam McGeary attempts a sweep single...
Liam McGeary catches Josh Copeland's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by McGeary.
Crushing shot to Copeland's body! He's holding his side
Liam McGeary is in closed guard over Copeland
Josh Copeland is a bloody mess!
McGeary tries to escape from closed guard...
McGeary struggles to liberate his leg and jumps to half guard!
The clock says 3:50 in the 3 round
Liam McGeary is in half guard over Copeland
Josh Copeland continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
McGeary tries to get a side mount...
He frees his leg and is now controlling Copeland from the side mount!
Liam McGeary is in side mount over Josh Copeland
McGeary tries to move to full mount!
Nice move. He is in full mount now.
Liam McGeary is in full mount over Josh Copeland
McGeary tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Liam McGeary controls the situation despite Josh Copeland efforts for escaping from the full mount.
Liam McGeary is in full mount over Josh Copeland
Josh Copeland tries to roll to his side and trap Liam McGeary in his guard...
Liam McGeary keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Liam McGeary is in full mount over Josh Copeland
McGeary works on the ground with his fingers over Copeland's face
He seems to have encountered the eye! What a classless move!
Dan Miragliotta didn't see the foul!
Liam McGeary is in full mount over Josh Copeland
Liam McGeary is taking out his mouthpiece to breathe...
Josh Copeland's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Josh Copeland tries to roll to his side and get to half guard...
Liam McGeary rolls Josh Copeland to his stomach and takes his back!
McGeary is in rear mount over Copeland
Copeland doesn't stop bleeding.
McGeary tries to get a hook in!
Things get worse for Copeland! McGeary has one hook in and keeps working!
McGeary is in rear mount over Copeland with one hook in
Copeland is trying to escape from the rear mount.
McGeary tries to use some of his tricky moves but McGeary's is smart enough to counter him.
Copeland clumsily fails here and it's time for Liam McGeary to fight back!
Liam McGeary slides his arm under Josh Copeland's chin and locks the rear naked choke!
Josh Copeland pulls down on Liam McGeary's hand and staves off danger
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
I don't think either fighter got the better of their opponent that round.
The cutman is working on Copeland's face.
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Round 4
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McGeary is holding Josh Copeland's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Josh Copeland loses balance and goes to the ground.
Liam McGeary is in side mount over Josh Copeland
You can see Copeland's blood making stains in the mat.
Liam McGeary aggressively and repeatedly punches Copeland.
He needs to do something soon or the referee will stop the fight!
Copeland's Right eye is beginning to swell
Liam McGeary is in side mount over Josh Copeland
Josh Copeland is a bloody mess!
McGeary tries to move to full mount!
Nice move. He is in full mount now.
Liam McGeary is in full mount over Josh Copeland
Josh Copeland continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Copeland is using some of his ground skills to escape from this...
Liam McGeary pushes Josh Copeland down and prevents his attempts to escape
Josh Copeland gets sloppy and Liam McGeary tries to take advantage...
McGeary catch Josh Copeland's right arm and tries a kimura
Josh Copeland holds his own arm and struggles until he gets free
Liam McGeary is in full mount over Josh Copeland
Liam McGeary was tooling Josh Copeland for the whole fight. I don't know if it's because Josh Copeland lack of fighting spirit or just of skill.
Copeland tries to escape from the full mount...
Liam McGeary is not caught off guard and moves to side mount to keep his superior position.
The clock says 1:05 in the 4 round
Liam McGeary is in side mount over Josh Copeland
Copeland doesn't stop bleeding.
McGeary tries to open up Josh Copeland's defense faking a few punches.
He is aggressively and repeatedly punching Copeland in the side of the head
Liam McGeary is in side mount over Josh Copeland
Liam McGeary looks to pass to mount...
McGeary slides his knee across and achieves the mount position! Tough spot for Josh Copeland.
Liam McGeary is in full mount over Josh Copeland
Josh Copeland tries to roll to his side and get to half guard...
Liam McGeary rolls Josh Copeland to his stomach and takes his back!
McGeary is in rear mount over Copeland
Josh Copeland is a bloody mess!
Copeland has given his back to Liam McGeary who is trying to get one hook in!
Liam McGeary has one hook in!
McGeary is in rear mount over Copeland with one hook in
McGeary has one hook in and is trying to get the second one! If he succeed things are goint to get very bad for Copeland.
Nicely done! McGeary now has two hooks in! The end may be near!
The clock says 2:00 in the 4 round
McGeary is in rear mount over Copeland with two hooks in
Josh Copeland is a bloody mess!
McGeary tenatively looks for a way to finish his opponent! This is a nightmare for Copeland!
McGeary has one of his arm over Josh Copeland's shoulder and is ready for a RNC!
McGeary is in rear mount over Copeland with two hooks in
McGeary tenatively looks for a way to finish his opponent! This is a nightmare for Copeland!
McGeary has one of his arm over Josh Copeland's shoulder and is ready for a RNC!
The clock says 2:20 in the 4 round
McGeary is in rear mount over Copeland with two hooks in
McGeary tenatively looks for a way to finish his opponent! This is a nightmare for Copeland!
McGeary has one of his arm over Josh Copeland's shoulder and is ready for a RNC!
McGeary is in rear mount over Copeland with two hooks in
Liam McGeary tries to open Copeland's guard...
Great bombs from the top by Liam McGeary. Copeland is unable to cover himself now!
McGeary is in rear mount over Copeland with two hooks in
Copeland doesn't stop bleeding.
Copeland tries to stand up!
McGeary doesn't allow him!
McGeary is in rear mount over Copeland with two hooks in
The fight was awfully one sided. Matchmakers should take this into account for future fights.
Josh Copeland launches a few punches to McGeary's cheek from the guard.
Liam McGeary uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Josh Copeland gets sloppy and Liam McGeary tries to take advantage...
McGeary tenatively looks for a way to finish his opponent! This is a nightmare for Copeland!
Copeland adopts the turtle defense and McGeary is ready to make his way to the victory with a round of punches!
McGeary is in rear mount over Copeland with two hooks in
McGeary tenatively looks for a way to finish his opponent! This is a nightmare for Copeland!
Copeland adopts the turtle defense and McGeary is ready to make his way to the victory with a round of punches!
The clock says 3:10 in the 4 round
McGeary is in rear mount over Copeland with two hooks in
McGeary tenatively looks for a way to finish his opponent! This is a nightmare for Copeland!
Copeland adopts the turtle defense and McGeary is ready to make his way to the victory with a round of punches!
The clock says 3:20 in the 4 round
McGeary is in rear mount over Copeland with two hooks in
McGeary is hurt... He should be looking to avoid more damage or he will lose this fight.
McGeary tenatively looks for a way to finish his opponent! This is a nightmare for Copeland!
Copeland adopts the turtle defense and McGeary is ready to make his way to the victory with a round of punches!
McGeary is in rear mount over Copeland with two hooks in
Copeland measures the resilience of McGeary's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
McGeary blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
Dan Miragliotta stands the fighters up due to a lack of activity.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
You can see Copeland's blood making stains in the mat.
McGeary grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Liam McGeary
Liam McGeary is in open guard over Copeland
Liam McGeary pushes Josh Copeland against the fence and then tries to improve his position.
McGeary jumps and tries to free his leg! Copeland doesn't allow this but Liam McGeary is able to get half guard here.
Liam McGeary is in half guard over Copeland
Josh Copeland continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
McGeary tries to free his leg...
He moves to side mount!
Liam McGeary is in side mount over Josh Copeland
Deep breaths from Josh Copeland who tries a hammer punch to McGeary's ribs.
McGeary blocks those punches
McGeary tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
McGeary tries to move to full mount!
Nice move. He is in full mount now.
Liam McGeary is in full mount over Josh Copeland
Copeland measures the resilience of McGeary's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
McGeary blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
The clock says 4:30 in the 4 round
Liam McGeary is in full mount over Josh Copeland
Josh Copeland tries to roll to his side and trap Liam McGeary in his guard...
Liam McGeary rolls him over and takes his back!
McGeary is in rear mount over Copeland
Copeland has McGeary controlling his back while on the ground. He tries to roll and find an escape...
McGeary is unable to move under Copeland control.
McGeary is trying to counter now!
Liam McGeary isolates an arm looking for an armbar from the back...
Copeland locks his hands and forces his weight on top of Liam McGeary unil he can pull his arm free! McGeary lost his dominant position.
Josh Copeland is in closed guard over McGeary
Copeland is in closed guard... McGeary tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Josh Copeland!
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
I don't think either fighter got the better of their opponent that round.
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Round 5
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Copeland doesn't stop bleeding.
Liam McGeary is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
McGeary grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Liam McGeary
Liam McGeary is in open guard over Copeland
Good looking punches from Liam McGeary on the ground
They could take their toll on Copeland.
Liam McGeary is in open guard over Copeland
You can see Copeland's blood making stains in the mat.
McGeary moves on the ground
Liam McGeary moves to side mount
Liam McGeary is in side mount over Josh Copeland
Josh Copeland launches a few punches to McGeary's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because McGeary tries to cover his face,
The clock says 1:00 in the 5 round
Liam McGeary is in side mount over Josh Copeland
McGeary throws a few hammer fists to the face of Josh Copeland
Solid shots!
Liam McGeary is in side mount over Josh Copeland
Josh Copeland's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Liam McGeary looks to mount Josh Copeland...
Liam McGeary slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Liam McGeary is in full mount over Josh Copeland
McGeary tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Liam McGeary controls the situation despite Josh Copeland efforts for escaping from the full mount.
Liam McGeary is in full mount over Josh Copeland
Josh Copeland's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
McGeary tries to open up Josh Copeland's defense faking a few punches.
He is aggressively and repeatedly punching Copeland in the side of the head
Copeland's Forehead is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Liam McGeary is in full mount over Josh Copeland
Josh Copeland launches a few punches to McGeary's cheek from the guard.
Liam McGeary uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Josh Copeland gets sloppy and Liam McGeary tries to take advantage...
McGeary tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Liam McGeary controls the situation despite Josh Copeland efforts for escaping from the full mount.
Liam McGeary is in full mount over Josh Copeland
Liam McGeary is a submission wizard. He has forgotten more BJJ than most fighters have learned.
Josh Copeland tries to roll to his side and get to half guard...
Liam McGeary rolls Josh Copeland to his stomach and takes his back!
McGeary is in rear mount over Copeland
Copeland has McGeary controlling his back while on the ground. He tries to roll and find an escape...
McGeary is unable to move under Copeland control.
McGeary is in rear mount over Copeland
McGeary tries to get a hook in!
Things get worse for Copeland! McGeary has one hook in and keeps working!
McGeary is in rear mount over Copeland with one hook in
Josh Copeland doesn't want to continue the fight in this position and tries to get back on his feet
He can't do it because of McGeary's moves.
McGeary is in rear mount over Copeland with one hook in
Copeland doesn't stop bleeding.
Copeland is trying to escape from the rear mount.
McGeary tries to use some of his tricky moves but McGeary's is smart enough to counter him.
McGeary tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Liam McGeary isolates an arm looking for an armbar from the back...
Copeland locks his hands and forces his weight on top of Liam McGeary unil he can pull his arm free! McGeary lost his dominant position.
The clock says 2:45 in the 5 round
Josh Copeland is in closed guard over McGeary
McGeary measures the resilience of Copeland's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Copeland's side.
Josh Copeland is in closed guard over McGeary
Copeland is in closed guard... McGeary tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Josh Copeland!
Liam McGeary is in full mount over Josh Copeland
Copeland doesn't stop bleeding.
Copeland tries to move on the ground and escape from the full mount!
Liam McGeary doesn't want to lose his adventageous position and he struggles to mantain the full mount.
McGeary is trying to counter now!
McGeary catch Josh Copeland's right arm and tries a kimura
Josh Copeland holds his own arm and struggles until he gets free
Liam McGeary is in full mount over Josh Copeland
Copeland doesn't stop bleeding.
Josh Copeland tries to roll to his side and trap Liam McGeary in his guard...
Liam McGeary keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Liam McGeary is in full mount over Josh Copeland
Liam McGeary tries to better his position on the ground...
McGeary is in a great position to begin a nice round of pounding!
Liam McGeary is in full mount over Josh Copeland
Josh Copeland tries to roll to his side and trap Liam McGeary in his guard...
Liam McGeary keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Dan Miragliotta 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.
McGeary grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Liam McGeary
Liam McGeary is in open guard over Copeland
Josh Copeland continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Liam McGeary pushes Josh Copeland against the fence and then tries to improve his position.
McGeary jumps and tries to free his leg! Copeland doesn't allow this but Liam McGeary is able to get half guard here.
The clock says 4:15 in the 5 round
Liam McGeary is in half guard over Copeland
Josh Copeland attempts to move to full guard
Liam McGeary keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Liam McGeary is in half guard over Copeland
Josh Copeland's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Liam McGeary tries to pass Josh Copeland's guard...
Liam McGeary manages to get his leg free and moves to side mount.
Liam McGeary is in side mount over Josh Copeland
Copeland steps backwards and lowers his arms while breathing heavily... He seems tired.
Josh Copeland is a bloody mess!
Josh Copeland launches a few punches to McGeary's cheek from the guard.
Liam McGeary uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Poorly executed technique. Liam McGeary looks to counter!
Liam McGeary looks to mount Josh Copeland...
Liam McGeary slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Liam McGeary is in full mount over Josh Copeland
Josh Copeland tries to roll on the ground...
McGeary knows how to keep his advantage on the ground.
Liam McGeary is in full mount over Josh Copeland
Copeland tries to escape from the full mount...
Liam McGeary is not caught off guard and moves to side mount to keep his superior position.
The referee separates the fighters as the buzzer sounds.
Close round. It could go to either fighter.
Judge: Josh Copeland 9 9 9 9 9: 45
Judge: Liam McGeary 10 10 10 10 10: 50
Judge: Josh Copeland 10 9 9 9 9: 46
Judge: Liam McGeary 9 10 10 10 10: 49
Judge: Josh Copeland 10 9 9 9 9: 46
Judge: Liam McGeary 9 10 10 10 10: 49
Winner is Liam McGeary by Unanimous decision at 5:00 Round 5
Statistics: Josh Copeland
Punches 0/8 (0%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/2 (0%)
Takedowns 1/3 (33%)
GnP strikes 12/28 (43%)
Submissions 0/0 (0%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Damage caused 329,67
Clinch Damage 0
Ground Damage 309
Time on the ground 1027 s
Statistics: Liam McGeary
Punches 21/25 (84%)
Kicks 1/1 (100%)
Clinch strikes 5/6 (83%)
Takedowns 8/8 (100%)
GnP strikes 44/51 (86%)
Submissions 7/7 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 3/3 (100%)
Damage caused 2850,74
Clinch Damage 56,55
Ground Damage 1942,25
Time on the ground 1027 s
Liam McGeary looks very relaxed.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
The bets gives an equal chance to both fighters to score the win today.
The referee of the bout is Dan Miragliotta.
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Round 1
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The fight gets underway.
McGeary looks for angles as he throws a few jabs that are countered by Josh Copeland's punches
Copeland is on the receiving end of a great combo by McGeary.
Copeland is holding Liam McGeary's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Liam McGeary loses balance and goes to the ground.
McGeary's left arm is getting wrenched, it appears to be injured
The clock says 0:30 in the 1 round
Josh Copeland is in side mount over Liam McGeary
Copeland looks to be in very good shape.
Copeland gets a good position on the ground. ..
and what an incredible flurry! He's just wailing away at Liam McGeary! The referee is saying he's going to stop it if Liam McGeary doesn't defend himself!
Josh Copeland is in side mount over Liam McGeary
Copeland leans back...
He clobbers Liam McGeary's face with a huge punch! Ouch!
Josh Copeland is in side mount over Liam McGeary
Liam McGeary doesn't want to continue the fight in this position and tries to get back on his feet
He moves fast and now he is standing
Dan Miragliotta halts the fight to stand up Liam McGeary. The fight resumes with both fighters standing.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in venue are cheering for the fighters.
Solid kick to the leg from Liam McGeary
that visibly pains Copeland.
The clock says 1:10 in the 1 round
McGeary tries some clinching in order to control the fight...
Well done. McGeary is clinching with Copeland.
Copeland doesn't want to clinch as he ducks under Liam McGeary embrace and tries to move away...
Liam McGeary pushes Copeland forward and doesn't allow him to break the clinch.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Liam McGeary slightly pushes Copeland into the fence and tries to calm down the action.
Dan Miragliotta separates the fighters and tells them to continue fighting.
Copeland studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
The clock says 1:45 in the 1 round
Liam McGeary fakes a move and moves laterally.
McGeary launches a hook to the body
Josh Copeland moves aside looking for a counter...
Josh Copeland and McGeary engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Both fighters are missing terribly.
McGeary wants to close the range and tries to grapple...
Nice move. He shoves himself over his opponent and secure a single collar tie.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Some of the people here are booing!
McGeary launches a few hard punches to Josh Copeland's ribs!
Josh Copeland's ribs shows the damage! Liam McGeary is working his opponent ribs!
The clock says 2:25 in the 1 round
The fighters are clinching.
Copeland tries to breaks Liam McGeary's resistence with a few punches while tries to push him against oner corner.
Copeland doesn't find the right way... He have to improve his position for causing any real damage
Copeland misses a step and Liam McGeary sees an opportunity to counter him!
Liam McGeary tries to shrug his way out of the clinch.
Copeland is determined to work from the clinch. He pummeled through and managed to retain his position.
The fighters are clinching.
Copeland doesn't want to clinch as he ducks under Liam McGeary embrace and tries to move away...
Liam McGeary pushes Copeland forward and doesn't allow him to break the clinch.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Copeland doesn't want to clinch as he ducks under Liam McGeary embrace and tries to move away...
Liam McGeary pushes Copeland forward and doesn't allow him to break the clinch.
McGeary tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Big mistake from Josh Copeland! McGeary tries to finish him off with a RNC!
McGeary is unable to lock that and Copeland breaks the lock
Liam McGeary pushes away Copeland trying to keep the fight at striking range
Copeland doesn't want to break the clinch as he still is grappling with Liam McGeary
The fighters are clinching.
Liam McGeary tries to shrug his way out of the clinch.
McGeary circles out and slips free of Josh Copeland's grip. Nice job of getting out of that position.
Copeland moves backwards and Liam McGeary is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
The clock says 3:20 in the 1 round
Josh Copeland tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Liam McGeary jumps backwards and frees his leg.
McGeary grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Liam McGeary
The clock says 3:45 in the 1 round
Liam McGeary is in open guard over Copeland
Copeland measures the resilience of McGeary's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in McGeary's side.
Liam McGeary is in open guard over Copeland
Copeland tries to close his guard around McGeary
He is not able to do it
Liam McGeary is in open guard over Copeland
A few fans don't like what they are seeing and begin to boo!
McGeary tries to move to full mount
McGeary succeeds
Liam McGeary is in full mount over Josh Copeland
Josh Copeland tries to roll to his side and trap Liam McGeary in his guard...
Josh Copeland gets his hips out and gets to full guard.
The clock says 4:30 in the 1 round
Liam McGeary is in closed guard over Copeland
McGeary is in closed guard... Copeland tries to roll on the ground!
Liam McGeary uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
The clock says 4:40 in the 1 round
Liam McGeary is in closed guard over Copeland
Liam McGeary tries to better his position on the ground...
McGeary breaks the closed guard of Josh Copeland and moves to half guard
Liam McGeary is in side mount over Josh Copeland
Josh Copeland launches a few punches to McGeary's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because McGeary tries to cover his face,
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
That round was a toss up.
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Round 2
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These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
The clock says 0:20 in the 2 round
McGeary launches a hook to the body
Bang! Copeland stops that one with his ribs!
Copeland grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
McGeary struggles... Josh Copeland is unable to take him down
The clock says 0:35 in the 2 round
McGeary fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Josh Copeland didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Liam McGeary is in open guard over Copeland
McGeary moves on the ground
Liam McGeary moves to side mount
Liam McGeary is in side mount over Josh Copeland
Liam McGeary looks to mount Josh Copeland...
Liam McGeary slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Liam McGeary is in full mount over Josh Copeland
McGeary tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Liam McGeary controls the situation despite Josh Copeland efforts for escaping from the full mount.
The clock says 1:20 in the 2 round
Liam McGeary is in full mount over Josh Copeland
Josh Copeland tries to roll on the ground...
He makes a reversal!
Josh Copeland is in closed guard over McGeary
Liam McGeary launches a few punches to Copeland's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Copeland tries to cover his face,
Josh Copeland is in closed guard over McGeary
Copeland is in closed guard... McGeary tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Josh Copeland!
Liam McGeary is in full mount over Josh Copeland
Stand up! This is what McGeary's cornermen are shouting. Josh Copeland is a submission master and he can finish the fight if you mess with him on the ground.
Josh Copeland tries to roll to his side and trap Liam McGeary in his guard...
Liam McGeary keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Liam McGeary is in full mount over Josh Copeland
McGeary tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Liam McGeary controls the situation despite Josh Copeland efforts for escaping from the full mount.
Liam McGeary is in full mount over Josh Copeland
Liam McGeary fakes some punches
then lands a big punch to Copeland's face!
There is a small laceration on Josh Copeland's Right cheek
Liam McGeary is in full mount over Josh Copeland
Josh Copeland tries to roll to his side and get to half guard...
Liam McGeary rolls Josh Copeland to his stomach and takes his back!
McGeary is in rear mount over Copeland
McGeary tries to get a hook in!
Things get worse for Copeland! McGeary has one hook in and keeps working!
McGeary is in rear mount over Copeland with one hook in
McGeary has one hook in and is trying to get the second one! If he succeed things are goint to get very bad for Copeland.
Nicely done! McGeary now has two hooks in! The end may be near!
The clock says 2:55 in the 2 round
McGeary is in rear mount over Copeland with two hooks in
McGeary is in rear mount with two hooks in! He is working on a desperate Copeland, who tries to defend himself and escape from that position.
McGeary moves looking to sink a rear naked choke and finish this.
McGeary is in rear mount over Copeland with two hooks in
McGeary tenatively looks for a way to finish his opponent! This is a nightmare for Copeland!
McGeary has one of his arm over Josh Copeland's shoulder and is ready for a RNC!
The clock says 3:10 in the 2 round
McGeary is in rear mount over Copeland with two hooks in
McGeary works on the ground with his fingers over Copeland's face
He seems to have encountered the eye! What a classless move!
Dan Miragliotta didn't see the foul!
The clock says 3:15 in the 2 round
McGeary is in rear mount over Copeland with two hooks in
Copeland is trying to escape from the rear mount.
McGeary tries to use some of his tricky moves but McGeary's is smart enough to counter him.
McGeary tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Liam McGeary tries to get his arm under Josh Copeland's chin but can't do it. He locks his arms over Josh Copeland's neck and tries to finish him with a neck crank!
Josh Copeland easily defends the attempt.
McGeary is in rear mount over Copeland with two hooks in
Liam McGeary tries to open Copeland's guard...
Great bombs from the top by Liam McGeary. Copeland is unable to cover himself now!
Copeland has a small cut in his Forehead
McGeary is in rear mount over Copeland with two hooks in
Copeland tries to stand up!
McGeary doesn't allow him!
McGeary is in rear mount over Copeland with two hooks in
McGeary tenatively looks for a way to finish his opponent! This is a nightmare for Copeland!
Copeland adopts the turtle defense and McGeary is ready to make his way to the victory with a round of punches!
McGeary is in rear mount over Copeland with two hooks in
McGeary throws a few hammer fists to the face of Josh Copeland
Solid shots!
Copeland's Left eye is beginning to swell
McGeary is in rear mount over Copeland with two hooks in
Copeland is trying to escape from the rear mount.
McGeary tries to use some of his tricky moves but McGeary's is smart enough to counter him.
McGeary is trying to counter now!
McGeary throws a few hammer fists to the face of Josh Copeland
Solid shots!
McGeary is in rear mount over Copeland with two hooks in
Some of the people here are booing!
McGeary is in rear mount with two hooks in! He is working on a desperate Copeland, who tries to defend himself and escape from that position.
McGeary moves looking to sink a rear naked choke and finish this.
McGeary is in rear mount over Copeland with two hooks in
Liam McGeary aggressively and repeatedly punches Copeland.
He needs to do something soon or the referee will stop the fight!
Copeland has a small cut in his Right cheek
McGeary is in rear mount over Copeland with two hooks in
Copeland tries to stand up!
McGeary doesn't allow him!
McGeary is in rear mount over Copeland with two hooks in
Copeland doesn't stop bleeding.
McGeary tenatively looks for a way to finish his opponent! This is a nightmare for Copeland!
Copeland adopts the turtle defense and McGeary is ready to make his way to the victory with a round of punches!
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
That round was a toss up.
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Round 3
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McGeary fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Josh Copeland didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Liam McGeary is in open guard over Copeland
Liam McGeary pushes Josh Copeland against the fence and then tries to improve his position.
McGeary jumps and tries to free his leg! Copeland doesn't allow this but Liam McGeary is able to get half guard here.
Liam McGeary is in half guard over Copeland
Liam McGeary tries to pass Josh Copeland's guard...
Liam McGeary manages to get his leg free and moves to side mount.
Liam McGeary is in side mount over Josh Copeland
Josh Copeland continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Copeland tries to stand up!
McGeary doesn't allow him!
The clock says 0:55 in the 3 round
Liam McGeary is in side mount over Josh Copeland
Copeland tries to show some ground skills
McGeary uses his strength to keep McGeary at a disadvantage
Dan Miragliotta stands the fighters up due to a lack of activity.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
You can see Copeland's blood making stains in the mat.
McGeary wants to take the fight to his advantage and tries to clinch.
McGeary moves forward and holds Copeland
Josh Copeland tries to shrug his way out of the clinch.
McGeary is determined to work from the clinch. He pummeled through and managed to retain his position.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Liam McGeary slightly pushes Copeland into the fence and tries to calm down the action.
Dan Miragliotta sees a lack of activity in the clinch and separates the fighters.
The clock says 1:35 in the 3 round
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
You can see Copeland's blood making stains in the mat.
Liam McGeary throws an uppercut
that lands solidly.
The fight was awfully one sided. Matchmakers should take this into account for future fights.
Josh Copeland is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
McGeary looks for angles as he throws a few jabs that are countered by Josh Copeland's punches
Copeland is on the receiving end of a great combo by McGeary.
McGeary wants to take the fight to his advantage and tries to clinch.
McGeary moves forward and holds Copeland
Josh Copeland pushes away McGeary trying to keep the fight at striking range
McGeary doesn't want to break the clinch as he still is grappling with Josh Copeland
The fighters are clinching.
You can see Copeland's blood making stains in the mat.
Josh Copeland pushes away McGeary trying to keep the fight at striking range
McGeary doesn't want to break the clinch as he still is grappling with Josh Copeland
Copeland misses a step and Liam McGeary sees an opportunity to counter him!
Liam McGeary pushes away Copeland trying to keep the fight at striking range
Copeland stumbles backwards and Liam McGeary circles to get the center of the cage
Brilliant combination from Liam McGeary
that forces Copeland to try and defend better.
Copeland's Mouth is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Josh Copeland is a bloody mess!
Josh Copeland and McGeary engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Both fighters are missing terribly.
Liam McGeary throws an uppercut
that lands solidly.
Tremendous strikes from McGeary!
Some big punches are landing!
Liam McGeary attempts a sweep single...
Liam McGeary catches Josh Copeland's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by McGeary.
Crushing shot to Copeland's body! He's holding his side
Liam McGeary is in closed guard over Copeland
Josh Copeland is a bloody mess!
McGeary tries to escape from closed guard...
McGeary struggles to liberate his leg and jumps to half guard!
The clock says 3:50 in the 3 round
Liam McGeary is in half guard over Copeland
Josh Copeland continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
McGeary tries to get a side mount...
He frees his leg and is now controlling Copeland from the side mount!
Liam McGeary is in side mount over Josh Copeland
McGeary tries to move to full mount!
Nice move. He is in full mount now.
Liam McGeary is in full mount over Josh Copeland
McGeary tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Liam McGeary controls the situation despite Josh Copeland efforts for escaping from the full mount.
Liam McGeary is in full mount over Josh Copeland
Josh Copeland tries to roll to his side and trap Liam McGeary in his guard...
Liam McGeary keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Liam McGeary is in full mount over Josh Copeland
McGeary works on the ground with his fingers over Copeland's face
He seems to have encountered the eye! What a classless move!
Dan Miragliotta didn't see the foul!
Liam McGeary is in full mount over Josh Copeland
Liam McGeary is taking out his mouthpiece to breathe...
Josh Copeland's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Josh Copeland tries to roll to his side and get to half guard...
Liam McGeary rolls Josh Copeland to his stomach and takes his back!
McGeary is in rear mount over Copeland
Copeland doesn't stop bleeding.
McGeary tries to get a hook in!
Things get worse for Copeland! McGeary has one hook in and keeps working!
McGeary is in rear mount over Copeland with one hook in
Copeland is trying to escape from the rear mount.
McGeary tries to use some of his tricky moves but McGeary's is smart enough to counter him.
Copeland clumsily fails here and it's time for Liam McGeary to fight back!
Liam McGeary slides his arm under Josh Copeland's chin and locks the rear naked choke!
Josh Copeland pulls down on Liam McGeary's hand and staves off danger
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
I don't think either fighter got the better of their opponent that round.
The cutman is working on Copeland's face.
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Round 4
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McGeary is holding Josh Copeland's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Josh Copeland loses balance and goes to the ground.
Liam McGeary is in side mount over Josh Copeland
You can see Copeland's blood making stains in the mat.
Liam McGeary aggressively and repeatedly punches Copeland.
He needs to do something soon or the referee will stop the fight!
Copeland's Right eye is beginning to swell
Liam McGeary is in side mount over Josh Copeland
Josh Copeland is a bloody mess!
McGeary tries to move to full mount!
Nice move. He is in full mount now.
Liam McGeary is in full mount over Josh Copeland
Josh Copeland continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Copeland is using some of his ground skills to escape from this...
Liam McGeary pushes Josh Copeland down and prevents his attempts to escape
Josh Copeland gets sloppy and Liam McGeary tries to take advantage...
McGeary catch Josh Copeland's right arm and tries a kimura
Josh Copeland holds his own arm and struggles until he gets free
Liam McGeary is in full mount over Josh Copeland
Liam McGeary was tooling Josh Copeland for the whole fight. I don't know if it's because Josh Copeland lack of fighting spirit or just of skill.
Copeland tries to escape from the full mount...
Liam McGeary is not caught off guard and moves to side mount to keep his superior position.
The clock says 1:05 in the 4 round
Liam McGeary is in side mount over Josh Copeland
Copeland doesn't stop bleeding.
McGeary tries to open up Josh Copeland's defense faking a few punches.
He is aggressively and repeatedly punching Copeland in the side of the head
Liam McGeary is in side mount over Josh Copeland
Liam McGeary looks to pass to mount...
McGeary slides his knee across and achieves the mount position! Tough spot for Josh Copeland.
Liam McGeary is in full mount over Josh Copeland
Josh Copeland tries to roll to his side and get to half guard...
Liam McGeary rolls Josh Copeland to his stomach and takes his back!
McGeary is in rear mount over Copeland
Josh Copeland is a bloody mess!
Copeland has given his back to Liam McGeary who is trying to get one hook in!
Liam McGeary has one hook in!
McGeary is in rear mount over Copeland with one hook in
McGeary has one hook in and is trying to get the second one! If he succeed things are goint to get very bad for Copeland.
Nicely done! McGeary now has two hooks in! The end may be near!
The clock says 2:00 in the 4 round
McGeary is in rear mount over Copeland with two hooks in
Josh Copeland is a bloody mess!
McGeary tenatively looks for a way to finish his opponent! This is a nightmare for Copeland!
McGeary has one of his arm over Josh Copeland's shoulder and is ready for a RNC!
McGeary is in rear mount over Copeland with two hooks in
McGeary tenatively looks for a way to finish his opponent! This is a nightmare for Copeland!
McGeary has one of his arm over Josh Copeland's shoulder and is ready for a RNC!
The clock says 2:20 in the 4 round
McGeary is in rear mount over Copeland with two hooks in
McGeary tenatively looks for a way to finish his opponent! This is a nightmare for Copeland!
McGeary has one of his arm over Josh Copeland's shoulder and is ready for a RNC!
McGeary is in rear mount over Copeland with two hooks in
Liam McGeary tries to open Copeland's guard...
Great bombs from the top by Liam McGeary. Copeland is unable to cover himself now!
McGeary is in rear mount over Copeland with two hooks in
Copeland doesn't stop bleeding.
Copeland tries to stand up!
McGeary doesn't allow him!
McGeary is in rear mount over Copeland with two hooks in
The fight was awfully one sided. Matchmakers should take this into account for future fights.
Josh Copeland launches a few punches to McGeary's cheek from the guard.
Liam McGeary uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Josh Copeland gets sloppy and Liam McGeary tries to take advantage...
McGeary tenatively looks for a way to finish his opponent! This is a nightmare for Copeland!
Copeland adopts the turtle defense and McGeary is ready to make his way to the victory with a round of punches!
McGeary is in rear mount over Copeland with two hooks in
McGeary tenatively looks for a way to finish his opponent! This is a nightmare for Copeland!
Copeland adopts the turtle defense and McGeary is ready to make his way to the victory with a round of punches!
The clock says 3:10 in the 4 round
McGeary is in rear mount over Copeland with two hooks in
McGeary tenatively looks for a way to finish his opponent! This is a nightmare for Copeland!
Copeland adopts the turtle defense and McGeary is ready to make his way to the victory with a round of punches!
The clock says 3:20 in the 4 round
McGeary is in rear mount over Copeland with two hooks in
McGeary is hurt... He should be looking to avoid more damage or he will lose this fight.
McGeary tenatively looks for a way to finish his opponent! This is a nightmare for Copeland!
Copeland adopts the turtle defense and McGeary is ready to make his way to the victory with a round of punches!
McGeary is in rear mount over Copeland with two hooks in
Copeland measures the resilience of McGeary's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
McGeary blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
Dan Miragliotta stands the fighters up due to a lack of activity.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
You can see Copeland's blood making stains in the mat.
McGeary grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Liam McGeary
Liam McGeary is in open guard over Copeland
Liam McGeary pushes Josh Copeland against the fence and then tries to improve his position.
McGeary jumps and tries to free his leg! Copeland doesn't allow this but Liam McGeary is able to get half guard here.
Liam McGeary is in half guard over Copeland
Josh Copeland continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
McGeary tries to free his leg...
He moves to side mount!
Liam McGeary is in side mount over Josh Copeland
Deep breaths from Josh Copeland who tries a hammer punch to McGeary's ribs.
McGeary blocks those punches
McGeary tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
McGeary tries to move to full mount!
Nice move. He is in full mount now.
Liam McGeary is in full mount over Josh Copeland
Copeland measures the resilience of McGeary's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
McGeary blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
The clock says 4:30 in the 4 round
Liam McGeary is in full mount over Josh Copeland
Josh Copeland tries to roll to his side and trap Liam McGeary in his guard...
Liam McGeary rolls him over and takes his back!
McGeary is in rear mount over Copeland
Copeland has McGeary controlling his back while on the ground. He tries to roll and find an escape...
McGeary is unable to move under Copeland control.
McGeary is trying to counter now!
Liam McGeary isolates an arm looking for an armbar from the back...
Copeland locks his hands and forces his weight on top of Liam McGeary unil he can pull his arm free! McGeary lost his dominant position.
Josh Copeland is in closed guard over McGeary
Copeland is in closed guard... McGeary tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Josh Copeland!
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
I don't think either fighter got the better of their opponent that round.
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Round 5
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Copeland doesn't stop bleeding.
Liam McGeary is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
McGeary grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Liam McGeary
Liam McGeary is in open guard over Copeland
Good looking punches from Liam McGeary on the ground
They could take their toll on Copeland.
Liam McGeary is in open guard over Copeland
You can see Copeland's blood making stains in the mat.
McGeary moves on the ground
Liam McGeary moves to side mount
Liam McGeary is in side mount over Josh Copeland
Josh Copeland launches a few punches to McGeary's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because McGeary tries to cover his face,
The clock says 1:00 in the 5 round
Liam McGeary is in side mount over Josh Copeland
McGeary throws a few hammer fists to the face of Josh Copeland
Solid shots!
Liam McGeary is in side mount over Josh Copeland
Josh Copeland's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Liam McGeary looks to mount Josh Copeland...
Liam McGeary slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Liam McGeary is in full mount over Josh Copeland
McGeary tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Liam McGeary controls the situation despite Josh Copeland efforts for escaping from the full mount.
Liam McGeary is in full mount over Josh Copeland
Josh Copeland's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
McGeary tries to open up Josh Copeland's defense faking a few punches.
He is aggressively and repeatedly punching Copeland in the side of the head
Copeland's Forehead is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Liam McGeary is in full mount over Josh Copeland
Josh Copeland launches a few punches to McGeary's cheek from the guard.
Liam McGeary uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Josh Copeland gets sloppy and Liam McGeary tries to take advantage...
McGeary tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Liam McGeary controls the situation despite Josh Copeland efforts for escaping from the full mount.
Liam McGeary is in full mount over Josh Copeland
Liam McGeary is a submission wizard. He has forgotten more BJJ than most fighters have learned.
Josh Copeland tries to roll to his side and get to half guard...
Liam McGeary rolls Josh Copeland to his stomach and takes his back!
McGeary is in rear mount over Copeland
Copeland has McGeary controlling his back while on the ground. He tries to roll and find an escape...
McGeary is unable to move under Copeland control.
McGeary is in rear mount over Copeland
McGeary tries to get a hook in!
Things get worse for Copeland! McGeary has one hook in and keeps working!
McGeary is in rear mount over Copeland with one hook in
Josh Copeland doesn't want to continue the fight in this position and tries to get back on his feet
He can't do it because of McGeary's moves.
McGeary is in rear mount over Copeland with one hook in
Copeland doesn't stop bleeding.
Copeland is trying to escape from the rear mount.
McGeary tries to use some of his tricky moves but McGeary's is smart enough to counter him.
McGeary tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Liam McGeary isolates an arm looking for an armbar from the back...
Copeland locks his hands and forces his weight on top of Liam McGeary unil he can pull his arm free! McGeary lost his dominant position.
The clock says 2:45 in the 5 round
Josh Copeland is in closed guard over McGeary
McGeary measures the resilience of Copeland's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Copeland's side.
Josh Copeland is in closed guard over McGeary
Copeland is in closed guard... McGeary tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Josh Copeland!
Liam McGeary is in full mount over Josh Copeland
Copeland doesn't stop bleeding.
Copeland tries to move on the ground and escape from the full mount!
Liam McGeary doesn't want to lose his adventageous position and he struggles to mantain the full mount.
McGeary is trying to counter now!
McGeary catch Josh Copeland's right arm and tries a kimura
Josh Copeland holds his own arm and struggles until he gets free
Liam McGeary is in full mount over Josh Copeland
Copeland doesn't stop bleeding.
Josh Copeland tries to roll to his side and trap Liam McGeary in his guard...
Liam McGeary keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Liam McGeary is in full mount over Josh Copeland
Liam McGeary tries to better his position on the ground...
McGeary is in a great position to begin a nice round of pounding!
Liam McGeary is in full mount over Josh Copeland
Josh Copeland tries to roll to his side and trap Liam McGeary in his guard...
Liam McGeary keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Dan Miragliotta 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.
McGeary grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Liam McGeary
Liam McGeary is in open guard over Copeland
Josh Copeland continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Liam McGeary pushes Josh Copeland against the fence and then tries to improve his position.
McGeary jumps and tries to free his leg! Copeland doesn't allow this but Liam McGeary is able to get half guard here.
The clock says 4:15 in the 5 round
Liam McGeary is in half guard over Copeland
Josh Copeland attempts to move to full guard
Liam McGeary keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Liam McGeary is in half guard over Copeland
Josh Copeland's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Liam McGeary tries to pass Josh Copeland's guard...
Liam McGeary manages to get his leg free and moves to side mount.
Liam McGeary is in side mount over Josh Copeland
Copeland steps backwards and lowers his arms while breathing heavily... He seems tired.
Josh Copeland is a bloody mess!
Josh Copeland launches a few punches to McGeary's cheek from the guard.
Liam McGeary uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Poorly executed technique. Liam McGeary looks to counter!
Liam McGeary looks to mount Josh Copeland...
Liam McGeary slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Liam McGeary is in full mount over Josh Copeland
Josh Copeland tries to roll on the ground...
McGeary knows how to keep his advantage on the ground.
Liam McGeary is in full mount over Josh Copeland
Copeland tries to escape from the full mount...
Liam McGeary is not caught off guard and moves to side mount to keep his superior position.
The referee separates the fighters as the buzzer sounds.
Close round. It could go to either fighter.
Judge: Josh Copeland 9 9 9 9 9: 45
Judge: Liam McGeary 10 10 10 10 10: 50
Judge: Josh Copeland 10 9 9 9 9: 46
Judge: Liam McGeary 9 10 10 10 10: 49
Judge: Josh Copeland 10 9 9 9 9: 46
Judge: Liam McGeary 9 10 10 10 10: 49
Winner is Liam McGeary by Unanimous decision at 5:00 Round 5
Statistics: Josh Copeland
Punches 0/8 (0%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/2 (0%)
Takedowns 1/3 (33%)
GnP strikes 12/28 (43%)
Submissions 0/0 (0%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Damage caused 329,67
Clinch Damage 0
Ground Damage 309
Time on the ground 1027 s
Statistics: Liam McGeary
Punches 21/25 (84%)
Kicks 1/1 (100%)
Clinch strikes 5/6 (83%)
Takedowns 8/8 (100%)
GnP strikes 44/51 (86%)
Submissions 7/7 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 3/3 (100%)
Damage caused 2850,74
Clinch Damage 56,55
Ground Damage 1942,25
Time on the ground 1027 s