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MFC 19: Newton Takes Hollett’s Belt in UD
By: Selina "Dead" Wong in MMA News
“Hulk” Roger Hollett (7-1) felt no urgency in his first title defense and as a result “Hardcore Kid” Emanuel Newton took his light heavyweight title in a unanimous decision at MFC 19: Long Time Coming Friday night in Edmonton. The fight stayed standing in round one. Newton came out throwing a hard left kick followed by a right knee, while Hollett waited patiently for a opening for a low left kick. Newton stayed busy the entire round, attempting two takedowns and regularly tagging Hollett with jabs, low kicks and an overhand right, but Hollett landed the more powerful strikes. “His punches are hard!” Newton said between rounds. ...











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