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Pre-Fight Narratives
Arman Tsarukyan vs Dan Hooker
- Tsarukyan had withdrawn from a scheduled January lightweight title shot vs. Islam Makhachev with an undisclosed back injury — a setback that reportedly drew Dana White's ire and left him needing a comeback to reclaim title contention. https://mmamania.com/
- Tsarukyan entered the fight as a top lightweight contender (listed 23-3) coming off a run that left him as a leading name at 155 lb. https://www.espn.com/mma/
- The bout was promoted as the five-round lightweight main event/headliner for UFC Qatar (UFC Fight Night) in Doha. https://tapology.com/
- Dan Hooker entered as a resurgent veteran and fan favorite, riding a three-fight winning streak and seeking a return to the top 155-pound conversation. https://si.com/
- Build-up included visible bad blood — intense stare‑downs and an alleged pre-fight headbutt — plus trash talk about Tsarukyan's prior injury, framing the matchup as emotionally charged and pivotal for lightweight pecking order. https://mmamania.com/
- Betting markets made Tsarukyan a heavy favorite going into fight week, reflecting confidence in his grappling and ranking advantage. https://lowkickmma.com/
Ian Machado Garry vs Belal Muhammad
- Co‑main event at UFC Qatar (Nov. 22, 2025) in Doha — a welterweight (170 lb) co‑main with major divisional stakes. mmamania.com
- Belal Muhammad entered as a former UFC welterweight champion making his first appearance since surrendering the belt to Jack Della Maddalena earlier in 2025. espn.com
- Rankings and stakes: Muhammad was a top‑ranked veteran (No. 2 in some reports) while Ian Machado Garry was a rising contender (listed as No. 6) — the matchup was framed as a chance to reshape the welterweight title picture and press for a shot at newly crowned champion Islam Makhachev. mmamania.com
- Published records and physicals listed Muhammad ~24‑5 and Garry ~17‑1; official weigh‑ins, heights and reaches were noted pre‑fight (Garry held a notable reach and height advantage). tapology.com
- Betting and matchup context: Muhammad was the betting favorite (heavy/ moderate favorite in several outlets) while Garry was the younger, longer underdog — interest around the bout was high given title implications. tapology.com
Volkan Oezdemir vs Alonzo Menifield
- Bout scheduled as a Light Heavyweight (205 lb) on the UFC Qatar main card at ABHA Arena (UFC Fight Night: Tsarukyan vs. Hooker) on Nov. 22, 2025. https://mmamania.com/
- Both fighters made weight (206.0 lbs); bout set for three 5-minute rounds on the main card; card listings included heights, reaches and betting odds. https://tapology.com/
- Oezdemir returned after about a year-long layoff (lost to Carlos Ulberg), entered inconsistent (2-2 in his last four) and was portrayed as seeking to get back toward the Top 5; Menifield came in on a two-fight win streak hoping to crack the Top 10. https://mmamania.com/
- Stylistically Oezdemir was framed as a heavy‑handed kickboxer (nicknamed "No Time") who had a long KO drought (Sept 2019–June 2024) but had recently resumed finishing opponents; Menifield was depicted as a wide‑swinging striker and a favorable matchup for Oezdemir. https://sports.yahoo.com/
Aleksandre Topuria vs Bekzat Almakhan
- Aleksandre Topuria — Ilia Topuria's brother — was making his second trip to the Octagon and entered on a four‑fight win streak after an impressive UFC debut over Colby Thicknesse. mmamania.com
- Bekzat Almakhan entered the bout 12-3; he suffered a UFC debut loss to Umar Nurmagomedov but bounced back earlier in the year with a 64‑second knockout of Brad Katona. mmamania.com
- Records and nationalities listed entering the fight: Aleksandre Topuria 7-1 (Georgia) and Bekzat Almakhan 12-3 (Kazakhstan). espn.com
- Bout details: scheduled at bantamweight (135 lb) for three five‑minute rounds, listed as Prelim (#4); pre‑fight listings included nicknames (Topuria "El Conquistador", Almakhan "The Turan Warrior") and betting lines (Topuria ~-140, Almakhan ~+120). tapology.com
Waldo Cortes-Acosta vs Shamil Gaziev
- Waldo Cortes-Acosta stepped in as a late replacement for Serghei Spivac to face Shamil Gaziev on the UFC Qatar card. https://si.com/
- Cortes-Acosta accepted the bout on very short notice (reported as two to three days), flew across the world and made weight at the 265 lb limit. https://tapology.com/
- He was riding a hot streak coming into the fight — including a recent knockout of Ante Delija earlier that month — and is a former LFA heavyweight champion expected to rise with another big win. https://sports.yahoo.com/
- The matchup had originally been scheduled as Serghei Spivac vs. Shamil Gaziev (the pairing shifted across cards) before Spivac withdrew for unknown reasons and Cortes-Acosta stepped in to save the heavyweight bout. https://en.wikipedia.org/affiliates
Asu Almabaev vs Alex Perez
- Perez entered on a rough stretch (1-4 in his last five) and needed a win to avoid roster risk. https://mmamania.com/
- Almabayev was on a positive run (~5-1 with the promotion) and was listed among the division's rising fighters (as high as No. 8). https://mmamania.com/
- Billed at flyweight: records listed Almabayev 23-3 and Perez 25-10; nationalities Kazakhstan (Almabayev) and USA (Perez); weigh-ins ~125.5 lb vs 126.0 lb. https://tapology.com/
- Betting context: Almabayev opened as the favorite (around -205) with Perez the underdog (+170). https://tapology.com/
- Perez was framed as a former flyweight title challenger who has a history of struggling to make fights and losing winnable matchups. https://sports.yahoo.com/
- Bout was listed on the ESPN+ preliminary card (prelims start time noted as 10:00 a.m. ET). https://mmamania.com/
Luke Riley vs Bogdan Grad
- Luke Riley entered as an undefeated featherweight prospect and former Cage Warriors champion making his UFC debut opposite Bogdan Grad. https://mmamania.com/
- Riley was presented as a featured/high-profile preliminary bout and was touted as a rising featherweight (about 11-0 with eight KOs) to keep an eye on. https://si.com/
- Bogdan Grad was portrayed as a skilled wrestler with a relentless pace who had recent adversity after a previously strong run. https://sports.yahoo.com/
Ismail Naurdiev vs Ryan Loder
- Bout was presented as a matchup between two fighters looking to get back in the win column; Ryan Loder was coming off a loss to Azamat Bekoev. https://mmamania.com/
- Ismail Naurdiev entered needing to get back on track after winning his UFC debut vs. Bruno Silva and then losing to Jun Yong Park. https://mmamania.com/
- Billed as a striker (Naurdiev) vs. wrestler (Loder) matchup; Naurdiev was referred to as 'The Austrian Wonderboy' and listed as 29. https://sports.yahoo.com/
- The fight was scheduled as a 185 lb (middleweight) prelim on the UFC Qatar card (Nov. 22, 2025). https://lowkickmma.com/
Myktybek Orolbai vs Jack Hermansson
- Jack Hermansson announced a drop from middleweight to welterweight as a fresh start for his first trip to 170 lbs https://si.com/
- Hermansson had been inconsistent since 2019 (roughly a 5-5 stretch), while previews noted Orolbai began his UFC stint well (about 3-1) https://mmamania.com/
- Both fighters made the welterweight limit at the official weigh-ins ahead of the event https://si.com/
- Card listings and odds showed Orolbai as the moderate favorite; pre-fight profiles listed heights, reach, ages and records for both men https://tapology.com/
- Preview coverage framed the matchup as a potential mismatch (former lightweight Orolbai vs. former middleweight Hermansson), noting Hermansson was noticeably bigger and that the drop to 170 was a "bold choice" after a prior knockout earlier in the year https://sports.yahoo.com/
Nurullo Aliev vs Shem Rock
- Shem Rock (listed as Shaqueme Rock) made his Octagon/UFC debut on a four-fight win streak, had been a pro for eight years and hadn’t lost in four years. https://mmamania.com/
- Nurullo Aliev entered the bout undefeated (10-0) and was 2-0 in the UFC, both wins by decision. https://mmamania.com/
- The matchup was listed at lightweight (155 lbs) on the preliminary card of UFC Fight Night: Tsarukyan vs. Hooker. https://www.wikipedia.org/
Nicolas Dalby vs Saygid Izagakhmaev
- Saygid Izagakhmaev was making his first promotional appearance and entered the fight on a five-fight win streak (last three wins in ONE Championship). mmamania.com
- Nicolas Dalby was described as "very hungry" after dropping his previous two fights, framing the matchup as a must-win for the veteran. mmamania.com
- Bout billed at welterweight (170 lb), scheduled for 3 x 5-minute rounds on the UFC Qatar preliminary card (prelim #7); records listed entering the bout were Dalby 24-6-1 and Izagakhmaev 22-3; countries listed as Dalby (Denmark) and Izagakhmaev (Russia). tapology.com
- Pre-fight physicals and market lines: Dalby listed 5'11" with 74.5" reach, weighed 170.5 lb (nickname "Danish Dynamite"); Izagakhmaev listed 6'0" with 74.0" reach, weighed 170.0 lb; ages and exact measurements published; betting odds showed Dalby +270 and Izagakhmaev -335. tapology.com
Denzel Freeman vs Marek Bujlo
- Bout was originally scheduled as Marek Bujło vs. José Luiz; José Luiz was later replaced by Denzel Freeman. wikipedia.org
- Denzel Freeman entered the fight as the reigning LFA Heavyweight Champion and was making his promotional (UFC) debut on paper. wikipedia.org
- Marek Bujło entered undefeated (6-0) with all wins by first-round stoppage and an aggressive, high‑pace style; Freeman entered 6-1 with five finishes — the bout was framed as a clash of two fast starters. mmamania.com
- The heavyweight bout was listed at 265 lbs and scheduled for the preliminary card (ESPN+) for UFC Fight Night in Doha, Qatar. mmamania.com
During Fight Narratives
Arman Tsarukyan vs Dan Hooker
- Arman Tsarukyan defeated Dan Hooker by submission (arm‑triangle/triangle choke) at 3:34 of Round 2 to finish the main event. https://en.wikipedia.org/
- The finish came after Tsarukyan repeatedly closed distance, secured takedowns and worked heavy top control before sinking the choke at 3:34 of round two. https://www.espn.com/mma/
- Stat line and sequence: Tsarukyan landed significant strikes, recorded multiple takedowns and amassed roughly six minutes of control time prior to locking the submission. https://www.espn.com/mma/
- Round-by-round description: Tsarukyan used speed and wrestling to drag the lanky kickboxer to the mat, battered Hooker from top with punches/elbows, then transitioned to the choking sequence that ended the fight. https://mmafighting.com/
- Multiple outlets and social recaps described Tsarukyan 'sinking' the submission and overwhelming Hooker over the two-round affair. https://si.com/
Ian Machado Garry vs Belal Muhammad
- Result — Ian Machado Garry defeated Belal Muhammad by unanimous decision (scores 30‑27, 30‑27, 29‑28) after three rounds. wikipedia.org
- The bout went the distance: scheduled three 5‑minute rounds, official time listed as 5:00 of round 3 (decision). wikipedia.org
- The fight was largely contested on the feet — Garry used a frequent flicking jab, reach and superior speed to land right hands, front kicks and body/leg strikes while keeping the contest standing. espn.com
- Garry timed Muhammad's forward movement with low and oblique kicks to disrupt entries, repeatedly landed to the lead leg and body, and largely nullified Muhammad's wrestling attempts (Muhammad reportedly went 0‑for‑7 on takedowns). sports.yahoo.com
Volkan Oezdemir vs Alonzo Menifield
- Oezdemir used feints, jabs and low kicks to draw Menifield's wide, committed swings, often taking shots on his forearms and setting up counters. https://sports.yahoo.com/
- About a minute into the round Oezdemir found range, backed Menifield to the fence and unleashed a savage combination that led directly to the finish. https://mmamania.com/
- The bout ended via KO/TKO (knee and punches / punches) at 1:27 of Round 1 (officially recorded as a first‑round KO/TKO). https://www.espn.com/mma/
- The finish was described as a violent blitz of punches — a jaw‑dropping, nasty first‑round knockout that was widely shown in highlights on the ESPN+ main card. https://mmafighting.com/
Aleksandre Topuria vs Bekzat Almakhan
- Aleksandre Topuria defeated Bekzat Almakhan by unanimous decision — official scorecards 30-27, 30-27, 29-28 — after three rounds (fight ended at 5:00 of round 3). espn.com
- The result was reported across outlets as a unanimous decision on the preliminary card (UFC Fight Night: Tsarukyan vs. Hooker), with MMAFighting and Sports Illustrated also listing the 30-27 x2, 29-28 scores in their recaps. mmafighting.com
Waldo Cortes-Acosta vs Shamil Gaziev
- Cortes-Acosta dialed in his right hand/right hook, dropped Gaziev twice in the opening frame and finished him by KO/TKO at 1:22 of Round 1. https://sports.yahoo.com/
- Official bout listings show Waldo Cortes-Acosta def. Shamil Gaziev by KO/TKO (Right Hook) at 1:22 of Round 1 on the main card. https://www.espn.com/mma/
- Coverage and highlights described the finish as a brutal, short-notice knockout with video circulating after the stoppage. https://mmafighting.com/
- Scorecards/metadata list the contest at heavyweight (265 lb) and record implications listed on fight pages updated after the fight. https://tapology.com/
Asu Almabaev vs Alex Perez
- Perez controlled the opening two rounds, out-landing and out-wrestling Almabayev through most of the first ten minutes. https://sports.yahoo.com/
- Early in Round 3 Almabayev landed a wheel kick that visibly stunned Perez and forced a panic shoot, allowing Almabayev to take his back. https://sports.yahoo.com/
- Almabayev locked in a tight guillotine choke and finished Perez via submission at 0:22 of Round 3. https://www.espn.com/mma/
- Result recorded as Asu Almabayev def. Alex Perez — submission (guillotine), R3 0:22 (flyweight) on the ESPN+ preliminary card; the sudden third-round guillotine was widely described as a comeback or "out of nowhere" finish. https://si.com/
Luke Riley vs Bogdan Grad
- Grad controlled much of the opening action with wrestling and pace, repeatedly bringing the fight to the mat before rounds returned to striking range. https://sports.yahoo.com/
- Early in round two Riley landed a powerful 1-2-3 that floored Grad and then sealed the finish with accurate ground punches; the stoppage came at 0:30 of round two (KO/TKO). https://tapology.com/
- Coverage and highlights emphasized Riley's game-changing power in the knockout that ended the bout 30 seconds into round two, marking a violent finish in his UFC debut. https://si.com/
Ismail Naurdiev vs Ryan Loder
- Ismail Naurdiev defeated Ryan Loder via KO/TKO (punch) at 1:26 of Round 1 — official result listed as KO/TKO R1, 1:26. https://www.espn.com/mma/
- The finish was a timed, one-shot overhand right: Naurdiev landed the first fully committed punch on Loder's chin and scored an immediate knockout; Naurdiev never had to defend a takedown. https://sports.yahoo.com/
- UFC's social coverage captured the moment succinctly — the promotion tweeted 'HE ONLY NEEDS ONE SHOT' after the finish. https://si.com/
Myktybek Orolbai vs Jack Hermansson
- Myktybek Orolbai defeated Jack Hermansson via KO/TKO at 2:46 of Round 1 on the main card https://www.espn.com/mma/
- Orolbai pressed forward with combinations, walked the bigger man down and landed a right uppercut followed by a right/overhand that pierced Hermansson's guard and floored him for the stoppage https://sports.yahoo.com/
- The finish was widely described as a huge, vicious one-punch/overhand knockout — framed as a major statement in Orolbai's debut at welterweight https://si.com/
- Bout metadata: listed as a 170 lb. main-card fight scheduled for 3x5; finish recorded as KO/TKO R1, 2:46 https://tapology.com/
Nurullo Aliev vs Shem Rock
- Nurullo Aliev defeated Shem Rock by unanimous decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27). https://mmafighting.com/
- The bout went the distance — full three rounds; decision came at 5:00 of round 3. https://www.espn.com/mma/
- Fight contested at lightweight on the preliminary card of UFC Fight Night: Tsarukyan vs. Hooker (Nov 22, 2025) at ABHA Arena in Doha, Qatar. https://www.espn.com/mma/
Nicolas Dalby vs Saygid Izagakhmaev
- Nicolas Dalby defeated Saygid Izagakhmaev via split decision (judges' scorecards 29-28, 28-29, 29-28) after three 5-minute rounds; the decision came at 5:00 of Round 3 and the bout went the distance on the preliminary card. espn.com
Denzel Freeman vs Marek Bujlo
- Denzel Freeman defeated Marek Bujło via unanimous decision; official judges' scores were 30-27, 29-28, 29-28. mmafighting.com
- The bout went the distance — three rounds — with the decision rendered at 5:00 of round 3. espn.com
- The fight was contested on the preliminary card (ESPN+), listed on prelims coverage and event rundowns. si.com
Post-Fight Narratives
Arman Tsarukyan vs Dan Hooker
- The victory immediately put Tsarukyan back squarely in lightweight title conversation, with many outlets calling him the No.1 contender or the obvious next threat at 155 lb. https://mmamania.com/
- Tsarukyan publicly called out champion Ilia Topuria after the win and said he was ready to fight as early as the end of January, pressing the UFC for a contract. https://www.espn.com/mma/
- The performance earned Tsarukyan a Performance of the Night bonus ($50,000) per post‑event reports. https://en.wikipedia.org/
- The win extended Tsarukyan's streak (five straight victories) and was framed by analysts as a statement performance that bolsters his title case. https://mmafighting.com/
- Reactions on social media and outlets celebrated the finish and reiterated that Tsarukyan salvaged his post‑injury campaign, though many reports noted there were no lengthy winner/loser quotes published immediately. https://sports.yahoo.com/
Ian Machado Garry vs Belal Muhammad
- In his post‑fight interview Garry called for a title shot, explicitly calling out Islam Makhachev and claiming he "beat the No. 1 ranked contender." espn.com
- Reaction was mixed: pundits and outlets hailed it as a big win for Garry while others argued it did not automatically guarantee an immediate title fight; coverage projected the victory should move him toward the Top‑5 but likely require another big win to lock a title shot. mmamania.com
- Muhammad's loss created his first career losing streak (two straight losses) and complicated his path back into immediate title contention. mmamania.com
- There were relatively few substantive post‑fight quotes from Belal Muhammad widely published in initial coverage. espn.com
- Backstage content and coverage noted an altercation in which Khamzat Chimaev shoved/engaged with Garry, drawing additional media attention after the event. mmafighting.com
- Garry's win was framed as an extension of an excellent streak (reported as 10 of his last 11 fights won) but analysts debated whether it was the definitive statement needed for an immediate title shot. sports.yahoo.com
Volkan Oezdemir vs Alonzo Menifield
- Coverage framed the result as Oezdemir getting back on track with a huge, statement knockout at UFC Qatar. https://mmafighting.com/
- Media and social headlines highlighted the win as a statement — e.g., "VOLKAN OEZDEMIR WITH A STATEMENT WIN." https://si.com/
- Outlets noted the KO re-established Oezdemir's finishing ability and reinforced his place in the Light Heavyweight Top 10, while some observers still questioned long‑term title prospects. https://sports.yahoo.com/
- Reports recorded no extended post‑fight quotes, callouts or detailed winner/loser interviews in the immediate coverage following the finish. https://cagesidepress.com/
Waldo Cortes-Acosta vs Shamil Gaziev
- Result reported across outlets: Waldo Cortes-Acosta def. Shamil Gaziev via KO/TKO (R1, 1:22). https://si.com/
- Cortes-Acosta earned a $50,000 Performance of the Night bonus for the victory. https://en.wikipedia.org/
- Writers noted the win furthered Cortes-Acosta's momentum (reported as his third knockout of the year) and framed the finish as a statement that elevates his standing as a legitimate heavyweight contender; no direct post-fight quotes or callouts were widely reported. https://sports.yahoo.com/
- Social coverage amplified the upset/short-notice angle (e.g., ESPN MMA post: "WALDO CORTES ACOSTA ON SHORT NOTICE"). https://si.com/
Asu Almabaev vs Alex Perez
- The loss extended Perez's slide to five losses in his last six and renewed questions about his spot on the UFC roster. https://mmamania.com/
- Almabayev's finish improved his UFC mark to 4-1 inside the Octagon. https://sports.yahoo.com/
- Immediate postfight coverage contained no notable winner/loser quotes, and some analysts said Almabayev hadn't yet done enough to justify an immediate bigger rematch (e.g., with Manel Kape). https://sports.yahoo.com/
- The bout is listed across official fight listings and databases as a preliminary card flyweight bout (125 lb). https://en.wikipedia.org/
Luke Riley vs Bogdan Grad
- Riley received a $50,000 Performance of the Night bonus for his finish. https://en.wikipedia.org/
- The victory kept Riley's run intact (pages updated to show him up to 12-0 on some sites) and served as a successful UFC debut that showcased his finishing ability. https://tapology.com/
- Postfight commentary noted that at 26 Riley is clearly a gifted prospect but still has learning to do to reach the very top of the UFC featherweight division. https://mmamania.com/
Ismail Naurdiev vs Ryan Loder
- Naurdiev's official record was listed at 25-8 after the win and he is now 3-1 since moving to middleweight; the performance reinforced views that he could still develop into a contender given his experience. https://sports.yahoo.com/
- Ryan Loder fell to 8-3 with the loss and failed to get back into the winners' circle. https://www.espn.com/mma/
Myktybek Orolbai vs Jack Hermansson
- Hermansson's decision to drop to welterweight at age 37 was widely characterized as backfiring after the first-round knockout loss https://sports.yahoo.com/
- Orolbai picked up a decisive, stock-boosting win — outlets called the KO tremendous/devastating and a clear statement at 170 lbs https://mmafighting.com/
- Coverage noted there were no extended post-fight quotes, callouts or clear 'what's next' indications reported immediately after the bout https://mmamania.com/
- Resulting records listed post-fight: Orolbai up to 15-2-1 and Hermansson down to 24-10 in the published bout summaries https://tapology.com/
Nurullo Aliev vs Shem Rock
- Records listed after the bout: Nurullo Aliev 11-0-0; Shem Rock 12-2-1. https://www.espn.com/mma/
- Multiple outlets (SI, MMA Fighting, MMA Mania, ESPN/Wikipedia) reported the unanimous decision; articles provided no detailed round-by-round description. https://si.com/
Nicolas Dalby vs Saygid Izagakhmaev
- The split-decision result was entered on official results and event trackers; Dalby's record updated to 24-6-1 and Izagakhmaev's to 22-3. tapology.com
- Coverage noted the bout did not end early (three-round decision) and the judges were split on the outcome (non-unanimous). si.com
- No post-fight quotes, reactions, callouts, or details about what’s next for either fighter were reported in event coverage. tapology.com
Denzel Freeman vs Marek Bujlo
- The unanimous-decision victory marked Denzel Freeman's promotional (UFC) debut victory. wikipedia.org
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| Main | |||
| VS |
24-12-0-0
x
LW #7
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| VS |
24-4-0-1
x
P4P #13
WW #1
Former WW Champ
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||
| VS |
17-6-1-0
x
LHW #14
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||
✓
6-1-0-0
dec
R3
5:00
|
VS |
12-2-0-0
x
|
|
| VS |
15-1-0-0
x
HW #11
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||
| Prelims | |||
✓
7-2-0-0
sub
R3
0:22
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VS |
25-9-0-0
x
FLW #8
|
|
✓
5-0-0-0
sub
R1
0:33
|
VS |
12-3-0-0
x
|
|
✓
9-0-0-0
tko
R2
0:30
|
VS |
15-3-0-0
x
|
|
✓
24-9-0-0
tko
R1
1:26
|
VS |
7-2-0-0
x
|
|
✓
35-5-0-1
sub
R3
2:18
|
VS |
8-0-0-0
x
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|
✓
15-2-1-0
tko
R1
2:46
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VS |
24-9-0-0
x
|
|
✓
10-0-0-0
dec
R3
5:00
|
VS |
6-1-1-0
x
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|
✓
23-6-1-2
dec
R3
5:00
|
VS |
15-2-0-0
x
|
|
|
✓
1-0-0-0
dec
R3
5:00
|
VS |
1-0-0-0
x
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