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0:00:45 > 0:00:51- In the heat of the sunrise, - all fighters will have their time.
0:00:51 > 0:00:54- Defending their territory - in the heat of battle.
0:00:54 > 0:00:57- The dragon's fire - will be in every heart...
0:00:58 > 0:01:03- ..and the fire of ambition will rise - triumphantly from the cage.
0:01:11 > 0:01:16- This week, the octagon moves from - Llanelli to the North Wales coast.
0:01:17 > 0:01:20- Under the bright lights of Rhyl, - the welcome will be just as hot.
0:01:21 > 0:01:23- The night is entitled - Dawn of the Dragon.
0:01:24 > 0:01:28- We're in for another night - of red-hot excitement.
0:01:34 > 0:01:37- Welcome to the Pavilion Theatre - in Rhyl.
0:01:37 > 0:01:41- It's going to be another - exciting night of MMA fighting.
0:01:41 > 0:01:43- Tonight has - an international theme...
0:01:44 > 0:01:49- ..with fighters from Wales, England, - Hungary, Poland, France and Russia.
0:01:49 > 0:01:52- They will face up - in the heat of the octagon.
0:01:52 > 0:01:56- Our guest tonight - is UFC fighter Brett Johns.
0:01:56 > 0:02:00- Welcome back to Y Ffeit - - you made it to North Wales.
0:02:00 > 0:02:04- It was a long journey - but I'm here now, here in Rhyl.
0:02:04 > 0:02:07- I can't wait for tonight's fights.
0:02:07 > 0:02:11- What do you know about the scene - in North-east Wales?
0:02:11 > 0:02:16- It's strong in South Wales and - not everyone looks to North Wales.
0:02:16 > 0:02:18- They have some good boys up here.
0:02:19 > 0:02:22- Azi Thomas fights in South Africa - in the EFC.
0:02:22 > 0:02:25- The scene is very strong up here.
0:02:25 > 0:02:30- A lot of tonight's contenders have - travelled from Liverpool and Europe.
0:02:30 > 0:02:34- Is it true to say that MMA - is now a global sport?
0:02:34 > 0:02:37- It's getting - stronger and stronger up here.
0:02:37 > 0:02:41- We have fighters - from Russia, France and Poland...
0:02:42 > 0:02:45- ..they've all travelled - to the show tonight.
0:02:45 > 0:02:49- You'll see the wrestlers of Russia - and kickboxers from France.
0:02:49 > 0:02:52- Who else are you excited - about seeing?
0:02:52 > 0:02:56- I'm looking forward to seeing - Gavin Hughes - he's 6-0, unbeaten.
0:02:56 > 0:02:58- He's an excellent prospect.
0:02:58 > 0:03:02- He had an excellent fight - last time out in Manchester.
0:03:02 > 0:03:04- I think he'll go to the UFC.
0:03:04 > 0:03:05- Do you really think so?
0:03:05 > 0:03:07- Do you really think so?- - I really do.
0:03:07 > 0:03:09- Thanks, Brett. - Here's what's on the way.
0:03:12 > 0:03:15- It's Wales v England - in the main bout.
0:03:15 > 0:03:20- Colwyn Bay's Joe Barnett takes on - Gavin Hughes from Liverpool.
0:03:21 > 0:03:24- I'll go as hard as I can - and try and knock him out.
0:03:25 > 0:03:28- I'm too tough, I'm too strong - for anyone at my weight.
0:03:29 > 0:03:33- I know I'm going to beat him.
0:03:33 > 0:03:38- Jordan Barton is an MMA coach - in North Wales and Liverpool.
0:03:38 > 0:03:40- Tonight, - he faces a French challenge.
0:03:40 > 0:03:44- I've looked at my opponent, - I'm looking for a knock out.
0:03:45 > 0:03:48- The girls step into the octagon - for the first time on Y Ffeit.
0:03:49 > 0:03:54- Becky Martin from England - faces Virag Furo from Hungary.
0:03:54 > 0:04:00- Joe Cook from Connah's Quay - is also in an international bout.
0:04:05 > 0:04:08- I'm Joe Cook from North Wales, - Connah's Quay.
0:04:08 > 0:04:12- I've worked at Tata Steel - for six years.
0:04:12 > 0:04:14- I started MMA five years ago.
0:04:16 > 0:04:19- I got beat up in a petrol station.
0:04:21 > 0:04:24- I was always into weights, - always into fitness.
0:04:24 > 0:04:29- I didn't realise how weak I actually - was until I got beat up by someone.
0:04:29 > 0:04:32- It made me realise - I was doing the wrong thing.
0:04:34 > 0:04:36- It's given me - confidence and discipline.
0:04:37 > 0:04:39- All Welsh people - are natural warriors.
0:04:40 > 0:04:43- This is going to prove - how strong we really are.
0:04:44 > 0:04:48- It's going to be an explosive night - - always is in MMA.
0:04:49 > 0:04:53- Will the sparks fly?
0:04:53 > 0:04:57- The man from the steelworks, - Joe Cook...
0:04:57 > 0:05:01- ..faces Magamet Gandaloev - from Russia.
0:05:01 > 0:05:07- The Russian - has the height advantage.
0:05:09 > 0:05:17- Here he is, he's originally from - Russia but now trains in Rochdale.
0:05:17 > 0:05:21- The attacking left from Cook.
0:05:21 > 0:05:25- A good move from Gandaloev - to get Cook on his back.
0:05:25 > 0:05:28- Good work from the Russian.
0:05:31 > 0:05:34- Cook keeps working hard - even though he's on his back.
0:05:42 > 0:05:47- Gandaloev in the attacking position.
0:05:47 > 0:05:54- The arms across Cook's face helps - him throw those short punches.
0:05:54 > 0:05:57- Those will all score points for him.
0:05:59 > 0:06:02- He's trying to lock Cook's foot.
0:06:02 > 0:06:04- Cook has to be vigilant.
0:06:07 > 0:06:12- He's working hard to release - himself from the Russian's hold.
0:06:12 > 0:06:16- He's twisting and turning and - he's created a chance for himself.
0:06:17 > 0:06:21- He wriggled out and threw a few - punches into the Russian's face.
0:06:21 > 0:06:24- He's now in control from the side.
0:06:25 > 0:06:27- A good move from Joe Cook.
0:06:33 > 0:06:36- The Russian - is trying to get Cook off him.
0:06:37 > 0:06:39- He's tying him in.
0:06:39 > 0:06:48- Cook is breathing heavily after an - energetic start to the first round.
0:06:50 > 0:06:52- Gandaloev.
0:06:53 > 0:06:57- He throws a few short punches.
0:06:59 > 0:07:04- Cook is quite open. Point-scoring - punches from the Russian.
0:07:06 > 0:07:09- Cook needs to move from the side.
0:07:10 > 0:07:16- Gandaloev looks the stronger - as we reach the final minute.
0:07:16 > 0:07:20- He's trying to get him on the floor. - He's on the floor.
0:07:26 > 0:07:29- Another blow to the head - from Gandaloev.
0:07:29 > 0:07:32- Here's a rear naked choke - from the Russian.
0:07:32 > 0:07:37- Great defensive work from Cook. - He wriggles out of the choke.
0:07:40 > 0:07:42- He's now in charge.
0:07:42 > 0:07:44- It looked like a strong choke...
0:07:45 > 0:07:48- ..but Cook used his right hand - to release himself.
0:07:53 > 0:07:55- Cook in blue. Gandaloev in black.
0:07:55 > 0:07:59- They touch hands - at the beginning of the final round.
0:07:59 > 0:08:02- It's very close between them.
0:08:03 > 0:08:09- Both will need to make their mark - in the final round...
0:08:09 > 0:08:11- ..to secure this contest.
0:08:11 > 0:08:16- Both have spent a lot of time - on the floor...
0:08:17 > 0:08:20- ..but they're both standing up - right now.
0:08:22 > 0:08:28- The Russian prefers wrestling - on the ground.
0:08:28 > 0:08:32- He floors Cook and tries - to control him from the side.
0:08:33 > 0:08:36- The blows to the head.
0:08:36 > 0:08:40- He's scoring more points.
0:08:40 > 0:08:43- Cook has to work hard on his back.
0:08:43 > 0:08:46- He's trying to wrestle himself free - from Gandaloev...
0:08:46 > 0:08:48- ..but the blows keep coming.
0:08:54 > 0:08:58- The Welshman - tries to return a few blows...
0:08:59 > 0:09:01- ..despite being on his back.
0:09:01 > 0:09:06- Defending and attacking from - that position will tire him out.
0:09:12 > 0:09:15- He's trying to get himself free.
0:09:15 > 0:09:20- Gandaloev is still in control.
0:09:21 > 0:09:28- Cook knows he must free himself - from this position...
0:09:28 > 0:09:32- ..if he wants any chance - to win this contest.
0:09:32 > 0:09:35- It's been very close - between both fighters.
0:09:40 > 0:09:43- Gandaloev is still attacking.
0:09:45 > 0:09:49- Cook works hard to defend himself.
0:09:54 > 0:09:57- In come the blows. - Cook tries to get up.
0:09:57 > 0:10:01- The Russian is in charge - at the moment.
0:10:01 > 0:10:07- Cook must work hard to make his mark - in the remaining 45 seconds.
0:10:07 > 0:10:12- He's trying his best. He's trying - to control the bout from the side.
0:10:12 > 0:10:14- More blows to the head.
0:10:14 > 0:10:18- It's Gandaloev's turn - to defend himself.
0:10:19 > 0:10:23- Cook moves into - an attacking position.
0:10:23 > 0:10:26- He must make his mark - in the remaining 30 seconds.
0:10:29 > 0:10:32- He can't find a clean connection...
0:10:32 > 0:10:37- ..and the Russian is doing well - to defend himself.
0:10:37 > 0:10:40- A hammer blow from Cook.
0:10:40 > 0:10:43- Ten seconds to go.
0:10:43 > 0:10:46- Will these blows be enough - to win the contest?
0:10:49 > 0:10:51- It's very close between them.
0:10:51 > 0:10:54- There goes the hooter. - The end of the contest.
0:10:55 > 0:10:57- Both are out on their feet.
0:11:03 > 0:11:07- The winner, - fighting out of the blue corner...
0:11:07 > 0:11:09- ..Magamet Gandaloev.
0:11:14 > 0:11:18- Let's hear it for Joe Cook.
0:11:23 > 0:11:25- So strong. I couldn't believe it.
0:11:25 > 0:11:28- I couldn't believe - how strong he was.
0:11:28 > 0:11:32- I thought because he was taller, - I'll add power in now. Nope!
0:11:33 > 0:11:35- The game plan - was to strike with him.
0:11:35 > 0:11:39- I was told he was a good wrestler, - great on the ground.
0:11:39 > 0:11:42- I started to try and strike - and tee off against him.
0:11:42 > 0:11:47- I was hoping he'd trade back with me - but he went for the takedown.
0:11:48 > 0:11:53- My takedown defence is pretty good - but his wrestling was brilliant.
0:11:54 > 0:11:58- Brett, we've just seen our - first bout on tonight's Y Ffeit.
0:11:58 > 0:12:01- Cook against Gandaloev from Russia.
0:12:01 > 0:12:04- You picked him out - as a good wrestler.
0:12:04 > 0:12:08- Joe Cook comes from a good team, - he's a good striker...
0:12:08 > 0:12:12- ..but Gandaloev is a wrestler - and that was a huge factor...
0:12:12 > 0:12:14- ..over three rounds.
0:12:15 > 0:12:20- It was a good fight and Gandaloev - and myself have similar styles.
0:12:20 > 0:12:25- He likes wrestling boys to the floor - and uses his ground and pound.
0:12:25 > 0:12:29- I think he has a great style - and he's a star of the future.
0:12:30 > 0:12:33- The first victory of the night - for Russia.
0:12:33 > 0:12:36- Next, a battle of Welshman - - Jones v Simpson.
0:12:40 > 0:12:43- We had an exciting - first round between these two.
0:12:43 > 0:12:46- Jones in the orange and black, - Simpson in red.
0:12:47 > 0:12:51- Both are happy to trade punches.
0:12:52 > 0:12:54- They're also happy with their kicks.
0:12:59 > 0:13:02- Good work from Luke Jones.
0:13:03 > 0:13:05- Simpson on the front foot.
0:13:06 > 0:13:11- He's aiming his kicks - towards Jones' left leg.
0:13:11 > 0:13:14- That's a tactic we saw - during the first round.
0:13:14 > 0:13:17- He continues with the tactic - in the second round.
0:13:18 > 0:13:21- Once again, the back - of the left leg is the target.
0:13:21 > 0:13:26- Simpson punches Jones - at the side of the cage.
0:13:26 > 0:13:30- He did well to avoid - Simpson's punches...
0:13:30 > 0:13:34- ..and he came back - with a right hand.
0:13:34 > 0:13:38- That didn't impede Simpson, - he returns with a few blows.
0:13:38 > 0:13:43- Simpson is warned - about using his fingers.
0:13:44 > 0:13:48- Jones did well to avoid those blows - and came back with a right.
0:13:52 > 0:13:54- 40 seconds of the final round to go.
0:13:54 > 0:13:58- Relentless kicking from Simpson.
0:13:58 > 0:14:01- He's like an axe - cutting down a tree.
0:14:01 > 0:14:05- He's causing Jones a lot of pain, - as you can see.
0:14:05 > 0:14:10- Jones' left leg - has turned red and he's limping.
0:14:11 > 0:14:17- Simpson's constant kicks - have caused Jones a problem.
0:14:17 > 0:14:21- Another kick. - You can see that Jones is in pain.
0:14:22 > 0:14:24- He's struggling - at the end of the round.
0:14:25 > 0:14:27- A good left from Simpson.
0:14:27 > 0:14:30- He's alternating fist shots - with kicks.
0:14:30 > 0:14:33- Another kick to the left leg.
0:14:33 > 0:14:36- The contest is over. - They both embrace.
0:14:36 > 0:14:40- Jones is in a lot of pain.
0:14:41 > 0:14:46- The winner, - fighting out of the blue corner...
0:14:46 > 0:14:50- ..Ryan Simpson.
0:14:50 > 0:14:52- Hamma! Team Hamma!
0:14:54 > 0:14:57- Ryan Simpson from Colwyn Bay - takes the bout.
0:14:57 > 0:15:00- Let's take a short break. - We'll be back soon.
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0:15:12 > 0:15:14- Welcome back to Rhyl.
0:15:14 > 0:15:17- We have some women - in the octagon tonight...
0:15:18 > 0:15:22- ..as Wigan's Becky Martin - takes on Virag Furo from Hungary...
0:15:22 > 0:15:24- ..in a flyweight bout.
0:15:29 > 0:15:32- My name is Becky Martin. - I am from Wigan.
0:15:33 > 0:15:35- I am 27 years old.
0:15:35 > 0:15:41- I've been training in just a normal - gym where Blackledge is held.
0:15:41 > 0:15:45- I've seen the guys training - in the back and fancied a go.
0:15:48 > 0:15:52- I'm an all-round fighter. - I don't specialise in any aspect.
0:15:53 > 0:15:56- In the cage, I'm quite aggressive.
0:15:56 > 0:15:58- Outside the cage, I'm a big softie!
0:15:59 > 0:16:04- I think you could expect - quite an explosive fight tonight.
0:16:05 > 0:16:08- She's a tough girl, - a really good fighter.
0:16:09 > 0:16:11- I'm looking forward - to getting in there.
0:16:11 > 0:16:15- Becky Martin has done her homework.
0:16:15 > 0:16:19- It's easy to recognise her - with those tattoos on her back.
0:16:20 > 0:16:24- This is the Wigan girl's - first professional fight.
0:16:24 > 0:16:29- Virag Furo from Budapest - is a year older than her opponent...
0:16:29 > 0:16:34- ..but she's four inches shorter.
0:16:34 > 0:16:37- Listen at all times, - protect yourself at all times.
0:16:38 > 0:16:40- Touch gloves, step back, - get ready to fight.
0:16:42 > 0:16:47- Furo wearing blue. - From Budapest in Hungary.
0:16:53 > 0:16:56- In she goes right away - with the left, and another.
0:16:57 > 0:17:00- It's an energetic start - from the Hungarian.
0:17:01 > 0:17:05- Becky Martin is trapping her - on the side of the cage.
0:17:05 > 0:17:10- She's seen how dangerous - Furo can be...
0:17:11 > 0:17:13- ..within the first few seconds.
0:17:15 > 0:17:19- She has her against the cage - and tries to get her knee in.
0:17:19 > 0:17:25- This is a professional bout - - knees and elbows are permitted.
0:17:26 > 0:17:31- Martin holds on tight to Furo and - tries to attack through the middle.
0:17:35 > 0:17:39- She's trying to get - the Hungarian down.
0:17:39 > 0:17:42- A knee down the middle again - and down she goes.
0:17:43 > 0:17:45- Becky Martin is in control - from the side.
0:17:46 > 0:17:48- She's in an attacking position.
0:17:51 > 0:17:56- Furo is holding on tight, trying - to close the gap between them.
0:17:56 > 0:17:58- Martin has opened that gap.
0:18:02 > 0:18:06- There's a chance to attack - but great work from Furo...
0:18:06 > 0:18:09- ..to escape Martin's clutches.
0:18:09 > 0:18:11- She's on the attack now.
0:18:11 > 0:18:14- Martin has her back to the cage.
0:18:14 > 0:18:19- She's back on the floor - and back in the attacking position.
0:18:19 > 0:18:22- She's using her arm - against Furo's face.
0:18:22 > 0:18:24- In go the fists.
0:18:26 > 0:18:29- She's in complete control.
0:18:29 > 0:18:32- Furo is trying her best to escape.
0:18:32 > 0:18:36- She's trying to close the gap - but the gap is wide open again.
0:18:36 > 0:18:39- Martin's fists - are flying in relentlessly.
0:18:42 > 0:18:44- The fists and the elbow.
0:18:45 > 0:18:49- These are point-scoring blows. - They are hurting.
0:18:51 > 0:18:55- Furo is trying her best - to defend herself.
0:18:55 > 0:18:57- She's struggling.
0:18:58 > 0:19:00- Another elbow goes in.
0:19:00 > 0:19:06- Martin on the attack. This is - a great period for the Wigan girl.
0:19:10 > 0:19:12- Furo is still in the contest.
0:19:13 > 0:19:15- Punch, punch and again.
0:19:17 > 0:19:23- Furo defends herself but she's - not strong enough to wriggle out.
0:19:23 > 0:19:25- Martin carries on punching.
0:19:25 > 0:19:27- That's it.
0:19:27 > 0:19:30- The referee stops the contest.
0:19:30 > 0:19:33- Furo unable to defend herself.
0:19:33 > 0:19:38- Becky Martin, in her first - professional bout, is victorious.
0:19:38 > 0:19:42- Declaring your winner - by way of tap out due to strikes...
0:19:43 > 0:19:48- ..Becky Martin.
0:19:53 > 0:19:56- Becky, - you've been inactive for a while.
0:19:56 > 0:19:59- Pro debut tonight, you've got - to be happy with the performance.
0:20:00 > 0:20:04- I'm happy that I won but I'm - not happy with the performance.
0:20:04 > 0:20:06- I rushed a little too much.
0:20:06 > 0:20:11- There's a guy to your left-hand side - who enjoyed your performance.
0:20:11 > 0:20:15- I'm a big fan, like you said, - it's your professional debut.
0:20:16 > 0:20:19- You got to use elbows, - that was exciting.
0:20:19 > 0:20:22- I thought you looked fantastic, - you did very well.
0:20:23 > 0:20:26- What's next for Becky, - what do you want to do next?
0:20:26 > 0:20:27- Straight back in the gym.
0:20:27 > 0:20:29- Straight back in the gym.- - Have got an opponent in mind?
0:20:29 > 0:20:31- No, not at all.
0:20:31 > 0:20:35- Straight back in the gym. - Awesome stuff, awesome stuff.
0:20:36 > 0:20:37- We won't keep you any longer.
0:20:38 > 0:20:41- Brett and myself - will have a chat about the fight.
0:20:43 > 0:20:49- Brett, it was all over in the first - round but it was a good performance.
0:20:49 > 0:20:54- She controlled the fight - on the floor and used her elbows.
0:20:54 > 0:20:59- Becky was the bigger fighter today, - she used her strength.
0:21:00 > 0:21:03- She kept the fight on the ground - and used her elbows.
0:21:03 > 0:21:07- That was the difference, - she enjoyed doing that in there.
0:21:07 > 0:21:09- Thanks, Brett.
0:21:09 > 0:21:15- Let's meet the man who trains others - in Huyton, Liverpool and on Deeside.
0:21:19 > 0:21:22- My name's Jordan Barton. - I'm from Winsford.
0:21:22 > 0:21:25- I work in Deeside and in Huyton.
0:21:25 > 0:21:28- My record is 1-0 - as a professional fighter.
0:21:31 > 0:21:33- I've been in to MMA for years.
0:21:34 > 0:21:36- It was a family thing years ago...
0:21:36 > 0:21:39- ..and it progressed through - watching TV, watching fights.
0:21:40 > 0:21:43- From then, I wanted to fight. - That's it.
0:21:57 > 0:22:00- I was in Afghanistan in 2010.
0:22:00 > 0:22:05- I got shot in Upper Gereshk Valley. - I was only 19 at the time.
0:22:05 > 0:22:09- I got flown home, - spent a couple of years doing rehab.
0:22:09 > 0:22:13- Suffered a little bit with PTSD - and hit the bottle...
0:22:13 > 0:22:15- ..and things like that.
0:22:15 > 0:22:19- To be honest, this is - my little escape. I train hard.
0:22:19 > 0:22:23- I come down with Jordan - and have a good session.
0:22:23 > 0:22:26- It keeps me from going to the pub - and going down that route.
0:22:27 > 0:22:28- For me it's key, to be honest.
0:22:29 > 0:22:32- When I'm here, I love it. - It keeps me going.
0:22:34 > 0:22:38- For about two years, - he's trained me on and off.
0:22:39 > 0:22:42- He's such a nice lad, you wouldn't - think he was an animal in the cage.
0:22:44 > 0:22:49- I've had a look at my opponent. I'm - confident of looking for a knockout.
0:22:49 > 0:22:51- Barton sounds confident.
0:22:52 > 0:22:56- Joffrey Rabatel from Lyon in France - is his opponent.
0:22:57 > 0:23:01- This is his second time in the cage - as a professional fighter.
0:23:01 > 0:23:07- He has yet to win and he's - five inches shorter than Barton.
0:23:08 > 0:23:13- Hands flat or fists, no fingers. - Touch gloves, step back.
0:23:16 > 0:23:20- Barton sounded confident - before this contest.
0:23:20 > 0:23:22- He says he's done his homework.
0:23:23 > 0:23:26- We'll see how he gets on - against the Frenchman...
0:23:27 > 0:23:29- ..who's wearing the black bottoms.
0:23:30 > 0:23:32- The Frenchman goes for the kick.
0:23:32 > 0:23:35- Barton strikes back - with a knee to the stomach.
0:23:36 > 0:23:40- They're both wrestling - at the side of the cage.
0:23:42 > 0:23:44- A blow to the head from Barton.
0:23:44 > 0:23:49- Barton's strength - is staying on his feet to fight.
0:23:50 > 0:23:54- Rabatel is trying - to grapple Barton to the floor.
0:23:54 > 0:23:57- Barton is back on his feet.
0:23:57 > 0:23:59- He uses the cage to do so.
0:24:02 > 0:24:06- Barton in control. - A right-handed punch.
0:24:06 > 0:24:08- He has Rabatel against the cage.
0:24:08 > 0:24:11- A right knee and a left knee.
0:24:11 > 0:24:14- Rabatel is on his back. - The blows rain down on him.
0:24:14 > 0:24:16- The referee has stepped in.
0:24:17 > 0:24:23- He's won the contest in less - than a minute of the opening round.
0:24:23 > 0:24:27- All the training has paid off.
0:24:27 > 0:24:32- It was a masterclass - from Jordan Barton.
0:24:35 > 0:24:41- Your winner - by way of ground and pound...
0:24:41 > 0:24:46- ..Jordan Barton.
0:24:52 > 0:24:57- Jordan, one word, impressive.
0:24:57 > 0:25:01- Thank you. To be honest, - I was hoping to get more time-wise.
0:25:01 > 0:25:04- You can never complain - getting a win.
0:25:04 > 0:25:08- Experience will come with the time. - Happy with that, thank you.
0:25:09 > 0:25:12- You've got to happy with the finish.
0:25:12 > 0:25:15- Like I say, when you get - a full clinch like that...
0:25:15 > 0:25:18- ..you're not - just going to let someone go.
0:25:19 > 0:25:22- My knee landed clean - and that was it.
0:25:22 > 0:25:25- We've seen from your profile, - you're engrossed in MMA.
0:25:25 > 0:25:28- You teach it, - you live and breathe it.
0:25:29 > 0:25:33- I wake up, - seven, eight o'clock in the morning.
0:25:33 > 0:25:37- I go to work, MMA, all I think - about until ten o'clock at night.
0:25:37 > 0:25:41- I repeat that five days a week - and on the weekends I train.
0:25:42 > 0:25:45- That sounds very familiar - to this man over here.
0:25:45 > 0:25:48- Congratulations, - go and jump in the shower.
0:25:50 > 0:25:54- You were sitting next to me - and you said he's going to go far.
0:25:54 > 0:25:57- I've been watching him for a while.
0:25:57 > 0:26:00- As an amateur, - he made a big noise in the circuit.
0:26:00 > 0:26:03- He's now a professional, 2-0...
0:26:03 > 0:26:07- ..I think the big events, - BAMMA, Cage Warriors...
0:26:07 > 0:26:08- ..they'll come knocking.
0:26:09 > 0:26:12- I really think he's an UFC star - of the future.
0:26:12 > 0:26:15- A bright future ahead of him. - Thanks, Brett.
0:26:15 > 0:26:18- Let's have a look - at some of the earlier fights.
0:26:19 > 0:26:23- Callum Bell was stepping into - the octagon for the first time...
0:26:23 > 0:26:27- ..but he looked comfortable - as he faced Conor Roche.
0:26:27 > 0:26:30- Bell controlled the fight - right from the outset...
0:26:30 > 0:26:33- ..and a flurry of blows - to Roche's head was enough...
0:26:33 > 0:26:37- ..to persuade the referee - to step in and stop the contest.
0:26:40 > 0:26:43- Keith Hughes from Bangor - was also making his debut...
0:26:43 > 0:26:46- ..against Andy Anderson - from Wrexham.
0:26:46 > 0:26:50- After trading blows - in the first round...
0:26:50 > 0:26:54- ..Hughes locked Anderson - into a guillotine choke...
0:26:54 > 0:26:58- ..and the submission secured Hughes - a first win after 1min 19s.
0:26:59 > 0:27:01- Hughes over the moon - - one fight, one win.
0:27:08 > 0:27:11- Before tonight, neither - Chay Edward or Mike McGowan...
0:27:12 > 0:27:16- ..had won an MMA contest - so something was about to change.
0:27:16 > 0:27:19- And it did, very quickly, - as Edwards from Wrexham...
0:27:19 > 0:27:22- ..locked his opponent - in a rear naked choke...
0:27:22 > 0:27:26- ..winning the bout in 23 seconds.
0:27:37 > 0:27:43- It was Wales against Poland as Dave - Barnes took on Kamil Gidaszewski...
0:27:43 > 0:27:45- ..in a lightweight contest.
0:27:46 > 0:27:51- This was a bout fought on the floor - and it went the distance.
0:27:51 > 0:27:57- It was a split decision - with Gidaszewski taking the honours.
0:27:57 > 0:27:59- Kamil Gidaszewski.
0:28:04 > 0:28:09- Dylan Bargate stepped in at the - last minute to face Dan Carroll...
0:28:09 > 0:28:11- ..in a middleweight contest.
0:28:11 > 0:28:14- This one was over - as soon as it began.
0:28:14 > 0:28:17- Bargate suffered an injury - as Carroll took him to the floor...
0:28:17 > 0:28:21- ..and the referee stepped in - after 1m 15s of the first round.
0:28:21 > 0:28:23- Carroll a popular winner.
0:28:29 > 0:28:33- We have a featherweight bout - after the break...
0:28:33 > 0:28:36- ..as Dave Morrison of Wales - steps into the cage.
0:28:38 > 0:28:41- I think my plan's going to be to...
0:28:41 > 0:28:43- ..maybe to box a bit - and then take him down.
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0:29:02 > 0:29:05- Welcome back - to the Pavilion Theatre in Rhyl...
0:29:05 > 0:29:08- ..as we close in - on the night's main event.
0:29:08 > 0:29:14- The next bout is between Reece - Street and Welshman Dave Morrison.
0:29:18 > 0:29:22- MMA amateur rules. No elbows. - No knees to the head.
0:29:22 > 0:29:25- Listen at all times, - defend yourself at all times.
0:29:25 > 0:29:27- Touch gloves, step back.
0:29:28 > 0:29:31- Reece Street in red from Manchester.
0:29:31 > 0:29:34- Dave Morrison from Connah's Quay - in white.
0:29:35 > 0:29:38- This is an amateur - featherweight bout.
0:29:43 > 0:29:46- Street going for it - early in the bout.
0:29:46 > 0:29:47- He's down!
0:29:48 > 0:29:50- The referee jumps in.
0:29:50 > 0:29:54- Morrison, - in a little over 10 seconds...
0:29:55 > 0:29:57- ..has won the bout.
0:29:57 > 0:30:00- Oh, that left. Well, well, well.
0:30:01 > 0:30:05- In this game, they say accuracy - is better than power...
0:30:05 > 0:30:07- ..and timing is better than speed.
0:30:08 > 0:30:12- If you possess all four, - it's goodnight for your opponent.
0:30:12 > 0:30:16- Reece Street is back on his feet - but doesn't know what hit him.
0:30:17 > 0:30:20- A sweeping victory - for Dave Morrison.
0:30:20 > 0:30:24- Your winner by way of knockout...
0:30:24 > 0:30:28- ..Dave Morrison.
0:30:33 > 0:30:37- My coach said cover up, - he's going to come out swinging.
0:30:37 > 0:30:41- Throw one straight down the pipe - and you'll catch him.
0:30:41 > 0:30:44- It worked a treat. - That was the game plan.
0:30:44 > 0:30:48- If that didn't work, - I'd take him to the ground.
0:30:49 > 0:30:52- A good performance - by Dave Morrison from Connah's Quay.
0:30:52 > 0:30:54- Back to the cage - to review the night's other fights.
0:30:55 > 0:30:59- There was strong support - for Reece Ackers from Wigan...
0:30:59 > 0:31:03- ..as he faced Steve Wonderboy - Webster in a lightweight bout.
0:31:03 > 0:31:07- Webster knocked Ackers - to the ground in round one...
0:31:07 > 0:31:08- ..but Ackers stormed back.
0:31:12 > 0:31:16- Ackers. - He's turned the bout in his favour.
0:31:16 > 0:31:22- He's wrapped his left leg - around Webster's head...
0:31:22 > 0:31:25- ..in a triangular shape.
0:31:26 > 0:31:31- He's in an attacking position - and the fists rain down.
0:31:32 > 0:31:36- The right and then the left. - Webster has nowhere to turn.
0:31:36 > 0:31:38- He's in trouble.
0:31:38 > 0:31:41- Referee Neil Hall stops the contest.
0:31:41 > 0:31:44- Ackers wins his first - professional bout.
0:31:47 > 0:31:52- It was Liverpool v Lyon - in this lightweight contest...
0:31:52 > 0:31:55- ..as Aarron Johnson - faced Frenchman Tom Pedreno.
0:31:55 > 0:31:59- Both fighters - happy to stay on their feet...
0:31:59 > 0:32:03- ..and Johnson's fists - were effective in the first round.
0:32:03 > 0:32:05- It was a kick - that floored Pedreno...
0:32:08 > 0:32:10- ..and his night was over.
0:32:19 > 0:32:23- There were a number of international - bouts on the fight card...
0:32:24 > 0:32:28- ..including a welterweight contest - between Lukasz Pilch from Poland...
0:32:29 > 0:32:31- ..and Frenchman Julien Deschanel.
0:32:31 > 0:32:34- Pilch in the attacking position.
0:32:34 > 0:32:37- The fists fly in, - he's using his elbow.
0:32:37 > 0:32:41- Deschanel is in trouble. - There's a bruise on his forehead.
0:32:42 > 0:32:47- That gives Pilch a target.
0:32:49 > 0:32:54- Deschanel tries to lock the arm - of the Polish fighter.
0:32:54 > 0:32:57- He must be careful here.
0:32:57 > 0:32:59- Deschanel is going for it.
0:33:04 > 0:33:07- Pilch tries to escape.
0:33:07 > 0:33:12- Deschanel still has a strong hold. - Pilch with some blows.
0:33:12 > 0:33:14- He's released his left hand.
0:33:14 > 0:33:16- He's on the attack again.
0:33:20 > 0:33:24- Both are back on their feet. - Pilch spreads his body.
0:33:24 > 0:33:27- He's taken Deschanel back down.
0:33:29 > 0:33:33- Deschanel, from France, - goes for the guillotine.
0:33:33 > 0:33:39- He fails in his attempt - as Pilch rains down the blows.
0:33:40 > 0:33:43- He won't allow Deschanel - to move from the side of the cage.
0:33:44 > 0:33:46- He's keeping him down.
0:33:46 > 0:33:49- The blows keep on coming.
0:33:56 > 0:34:02- He's controlling from the side - and keeping Deschanel on the floor.
0:34:11 > 0:34:15- Deschanel attempts the kimura. - It's quite high.
0:34:15 > 0:34:19- Pilch's shoulder is tied up.
0:34:20 > 0:34:23- We're in the final 20 seconds - of this round.
0:34:24 > 0:34:26- Pilch is in trouble.
0:34:27 > 0:34:32- If Deschanel can force a submission, - he can turn this bout on its head.
0:34:32 > 0:34:35- 10 seconds to go. - He's holding the kimura.
0:34:35 > 0:34:37- He's still pressing.
0:34:37 > 0:34:42- Pilch might be saved by the hooter.
0:34:42 > 0:34:44- Yes indeed.
0:34:44 > 0:34:49- Deschanel fails to complete - the kimura.
0:34:50 > 0:34:53- Pilch's trainers - are checking his shoulder.
0:34:53 > 0:34:56- Deschanel's trainers - drag him to his feet.
0:34:56 > 0:34:58- His face has been battered.
0:34:59 > 0:35:01- He can hardly see - through his right eye.
0:35:03 > 0:35:07- The medic has stepped in. - He's checking Deschanel's face.
0:35:07 > 0:35:11- He says he's OK to continue.
0:35:15 > 0:35:17- Lukasz Pilch from Poland.
0:35:18 > 0:35:23- He presses Deschanel against - the side of the cage in Round 2.
0:35:23 > 0:35:25- He won the first round.
0:35:26 > 0:35:28- He was very fortunate.
0:35:28 > 0:35:33- Deschanel went for the kimura - by bending Pilch's arm back...
0:35:33 > 0:35:36- ..and pressing down on the shoulder.
0:35:36 > 0:35:38- He failed to complete the move.
0:35:38 > 0:35:43- The referee brought the medic in - to check that right eye.
0:35:43 > 0:35:46- Deschanel has a lot of swelling - on his face.
0:35:46 > 0:35:50- Pilch is using that eye - as his target.
0:35:50 > 0:35:52- He's going straight for it.
0:35:53 > 0:35:55- He's trying to get Deschanel - to the floor.
0:35:55 > 0:35:57- He's got his knee in.
0:35:57 > 0:36:02- This won't help Deschanel's injury.
0:36:02 > 0:36:05- He's down after a right-hand blow.
0:36:05 > 0:36:08- It was a powerful blow - and the referee steps in.
0:36:09 > 0:36:14- The contest is over. - Pilch from Poland is the winner.
0:36:16 > 0:36:21- Your winner Lukasz Pilch.
0:36:27 > 0:36:29- Quite a performance by Lukasz Pilch.
0:36:29 > 0:36:33- Deschanel's face took a pounding.
0:36:33 > 0:36:36- I thought the doctor - would call it off...
0:36:36 > 0:36:41- ..but he could see Pilch - so there was no problem.
0:36:41 > 0:36:45- Early in the second round, - Pilch showed him who the boss was.
0:36:45 > 0:36:46- TKO victory.
0:36:47 > 0:36:52- Thank you, Brett. Two more bouts - to come, two international bouts.
0:36:52 > 0:36:54- One will pit Wales against England.
0:36:56 > 0:37:00- Just go as hard as I can as quick - as I can and try and knock him out.
0:37:02 > 0:37:05- I like to finish fights, - I like to stand, I like to bang.
0:37:05 > 0:37:09- I'm going to come away with the win, - no doubt about it.
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0:37:27 > 0:37:30- There's been plenty of excitement - in Rhyl...
0:37:30 > 0:37:34- ..and the crowd have enjoyed - the Dawn of the Dragon night.
0:37:35 > 0:37:39- Two fights remain - and before the main event...
0:37:39 > 0:37:44- ..a featherweight bout between - Daryl Golding and Zsolt Fenyes.
0:37:49 > 0:37:53- Golding in the attacking position.
0:37:55 > 0:38:00- He manages to get his - left and right hands in.
0:38:02 > 0:38:07- It has to be said, it's been - a good performance by the Wigan man.
0:38:08 > 0:38:11- He's controlled - most of this contest.
0:38:14 > 0:38:18- Fenyes from Hungary is on his back.
0:38:19 > 0:38:22- He's trying to keep close - to Golding...
0:38:23 > 0:38:26- ..to stop those heavy blows - raining down on him.
0:38:28 > 0:38:34- He's defended for most of this - contest. In goes Golding again.
0:38:41 > 0:38:45- This is constant pressure - from Daryl Golding.
0:38:45 > 0:38:49- You can see the dragon on his back.
0:38:55 > 0:38:59- Tonight is the night - of the Dawn of the Dragon in Rhyl.
0:38:59 > 0:39:04- The sun might be setting on - the hopes of Fenyes from Hungary.
0:39:05 > 0:39:09- Golding should be happy - with that first round.
0:39:15 > 0:39:17- Both are back on their feet.
0:39:17 > 0:39:23- They've spent a lot of time - on the floor during this fight.
0:39:26 > 0:39:28- A great move from Golding.
0:39:29 > 0:39:31- Fenyes is on his back.
0:39:31 > 0:39:33- Golding controls from the side.
0:39:33 > 0:39:37- He's trying to expose - the Hungarian's defence.
0:39:37 > 0:39:41- He's trying to get his elbows in...
0:39:41 > 0:39:44- ..in addition to his knee.
0:39:51 > 0:39:54- Golding has controlled - the Hungarian on the ground...
0:39:54 > 0:39:56- ..throughout the contest.
0:39:56 > 0:40:01- As Fenyes attempts - to get Golding off him...
0:40:02 > 0:40:04- ..he leaves himself exposed.
0:40:04 > 0:40:09- Golding can then get the knee in - to the ribs.
0:40:10 > 0:40:11- Just like that.
0:40:11 > 0:40:15- He's done that more than once - during this round.
0:40:16 > 0:40:20- He's in complete control. - The knee goes in once again.
0:40:20 > 0:40:22- The elbow to the head.
0:40:27 > 0:40:33- Golding is being very patient, - happy to stay in this position.
0:40:33 > 0:40:36- He's controlling and winning points.
0:40:37 > 0:40:41- He's guaranteeing a victory - in this contest.
0:40:41 > 0:40:45- It's a busy time for Daryl Golding.
0:40:45 > 0:40:49- His partner - is expecting a baby any day.
0:40:49 > 0:40:56- As I said, - the Wigan man faces a busy time.
0:40:58 > 0:41:00- He's in complete control.
0:41:00 > 0:41:03- The knee to the ribs.
0:41:03 > 0:41:07- He's used that tactic - a number of times.
0:41:12 > 0:41:18- Fenyes tries to tie Golding in - to defend himself.
0:41:18 > 0:41:22- He's been unable to do much - to impress the judges.
0:41:26 > 0:41:30- By unanimous decision, - your winner in the red corner...
0:41:30 > 0:41:34- ..Daryl Golding.
0:41:35 > 0:41:39- There was no doubt - about the decision.
0:41:39 > 0:41:42- We wish Daryl Golding - the best of luck.
0:41:42 > 0:41:47- His partner - is due to give birth very soon.
0:41:50 > 0:41:53- And so, - it's time for the main event.
0:41:53 > 0:41:57- Unbeaten Gavin Hughes - from Liverpool...
0:41:57 > 0:41:59- ..takes on Joe Barnett.
0:41:59 > 0:42:02- Barnett accepts the fight - very late in the day.
0:42:02 > 0:42:06- It's going to be some challenge - for the man from Colwyn Bay.
0:42:08 > 0:42:10- My name's Joe Barnett.
0:42:10 > 0:42:14- I prefer a stand-up fight. - I don't like fighting on the ground.
0:42:16 > 0:42:19- I know nothing about my opponent, - just his name.
0:42:20 > 0:42:23- I'm expecting a tough fight, yeah.
0:42:23 > 0:42:27- Just go hard as I can as quick - as I can and try and knock him out.
0:42:28 > 0:42:31- My name's Gavin Hughes. I'm 6-0.
0:42:32 > 0:42:34- I was 6-0 as an amateur so unbeaten.
0:42:36 > 0:42:41- I finish fights, stand them, finish - fights on the ground, submission.
0:42:42 > 0:42:47- I haven't got a weakness. - I'm an all-round fighter.
0:42:47 > 0:42:50- Whoever I'm up against, - I'm always fine.
0:42:51 > 0:42:55- Too tough and too strong, I believe, - for anyone at my weight.
0:42:55 > 0:42:58- I'll go my whole career unbeaten.
0:43:00 > 0:43:04- There's a reason for that. - He's unbeaten in the cage.
0:43:04 > 0:43:08- Joe Barnet from Colwyn Bay - is his opponent.
0:43:08 > 0:43:13- He wasn't the original opponent - but he's stepped in...
0:43:14 > 0:43:17- ..at the last minute.
0:43:18 > 0:43:22- We'll have a clean fight. - Defend yourself at all times.
0:43:22 > 0:43:25- If I ask you to stop, - you stop immediately.
0:43:25 > 0:43:28- Touch gloves and move back.
0:43:29 > 0:43:32- This could be a fairy-tale - for Joe Barnett.
0:43:32 > 0:43:36- He wasn't expecting - to take on Gavin Hughes tonight.
0:43:37 > 0:43:41- We've seen the unexpected - in the cage and the boxing ring.
0:43:45 > 0:43:51- Barnett has been training - in the Hamma Wales gym.
0:43:51 > 0:43:56- Many talented fighters - have come from that club.
0:43:57 > 0:44:00- One of the club's coaches - is Azi Thomas...
0:44:00 > 0:44:05- ..the son - of former footballer Mickey Thomas.
0:44:08 > 0:44:11- Both are weighing each other up.
0:44:11 > 0:44:14- Barnett moves on.
0:44:14 > 0:44:18- Gavin Hughes with the counterattack, - a knee to the stomach.
0:44:18 > 0:44:23- And the left. These are - damaging blows from Hughes.
0:44:23 > 0:44:27- The kick to the head - but Barnett manages to avoid it.
0:44:29 > 0:44:33- Hughes has the height advantage.
0:44:34 > 0:44:36- Barnett is the heavier of the two.
0:44:36 > 0:44:39- This is a lightweight contest.
0:44:39 > 0:44:41- A good left from Hughes.
0:44:41 > 0:44:45- He's seen his chance. - He attacks with fists and knees.
0:44:45 > 0:44:49- He has so much variety as a fighter.
0:44:49 > 0:44:52- A good left, then right - and Barnett is down.
0:44:52 > 0:44:54- Hughes sees his chance.
0:44:54 > 0:44:58- It was a good right - from Gavin Hughes.
0:44:58 > 0:45:02- Barnett's on his back. - Hughes controls from the side.
0:45:02 > 0:45:05- He's trying to get - into a position...
0:45:05 > 0:45:09- ..where he can attack once more.
0:45:10 > 0:45:13- He's in an attacking position now.
0:45:14 > 0:45:16- The elbow goes in. - The fists rain down.
0:45:17 > 0:45:20- Gavin Hughes is on the attack, - he's relentless.
0:45:21 > 0:45:25- Neil Hall stops the contest.
0:45:25 > 0:45:27- The bout is over.
0:45:27 > 0:45:31- Seven bouts in the cage - for Gavin Hughes...
0:45:31 > 0:45:33- ..as a professional fighter.
0:45:33 > 0:45:36- He's won all seven.
0:45:36 > 0:45:41- That right put Barnett on his back.
0:45:41 > 0:45:45- When Hughes found himself - in an attacking position...
0:45:45 > 0:45:51- ..there was only one way - this contest would go.
0:45:53 > 0:45:57- Your referee Mr Neil Hall - called a halt to the contest...
0:45:57 > 0:46:00- ..declaring the winner - by way of ground and pound...
0:46:00 > 0:46:06- ..put your hands together - for Gavin Hughes.
0:46:09 > 0:46:13- Gavin Hughes - - Joe Barnett came in last minute.
0:46:13 > 0:46:15- A quick word about him.
0:46:15 > 0:46:19- I didn't know nothing about him. - There was no pressure on him.
0:46:20 > 0:46:23- The first time I seen him - was when I stepped in.
0:46:23 > 0:46:25- Every fighter knows...
0:46:25 > 0:46:29- ..people can use it as a - strong point against your opponent.
0:46:29 > 0:46:33- I haven't seen nothing of him, - there's a lot of footage of me up.
0:46:34 > 0:46:36- The first time I saw him - was facing the cage.
0:46:37 > 0:46:39- He was trying to get that - one punch and a hope.
0:46:40 > 0:46:42- This means a lot to me, - this is my career.
0:46:42 > 0:46:45- 7-0, unbeaten, - unbeaten as an amateur as well.
0:46:45 > 0:46:51- UFC is looking for exciting - fighters. You slot into that list.
0:46:51 > 0:46:55- I think I have the whole package - - I don't think, I know I have.
0:46:55 > 0:46:59- I leave it to my coach, - my coach is the main man.
0:46:59 > 0:47:03- Go on, Gav, jump in the shower. - Cheers, thank you.
0:47:03 > 0:47:05- You liked what you saw then.
0:47:05 > 0:47:08- The situation was difficult - for both fighters...
0:47:09 > 0:47:13- ..but you can't help looking at him - and think he could go far.
0:47:13 > 0:47:18- To be honest, I see Gavin as - a grappler, he's a strong grappler.
0:47:19 > 0:47:24- Today I saw him boxing. - I think he's on the UFC radar.
0:47:24 > 0:47:30- I'm not sure what Gavin wants to do - but he should go for a world title.
0:47:30 > 0:47:32- Thank you, Brett.
0:47:33 > 0:47:35- That's it from - the Pavilion Theatre in Rhyl.
0:47:35 > 0:47:39- We're back in the cage at the - Grand Theatre in a fortnight's time.
0:47:39 > 0:47:42- Next week, we're in - the boxing ring in Ebbw Vale.
0:47:43 > 0:47:45- On the night - of the Dawn of the Dragon...
0:47:46 > 0:47:48- ..the flames - weren't quite hot enough.
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