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Fri May 15, 2009 11:23 pm EDT

Mrs. Brandon Vera puts on an exciting fight with Leslie Smith

By Maggie Hendricks

If you only catch one fight from the Bellator Fighting Championships, held in Chicago on Friday night, watch Kerry Vera's unanimous decision over Leslie Smith. The two women engaged in a brutal, nonstop slugfest.

Vera, the wife of UFC fighter Brandon Vera, had her debut tonight, though she had fought in kickboxing matches in the past. Her kicks were as brutal as her husbands, and she was unrelenting for the entire fight. Leslie Smith, in just her second pro bout, had several memorable exchanges, including one where she caught Vera's leg and waylaid her with punches.

This fight was the biggest argument for women fighting for longer than three, three-minute rounds. Vera and Smith did not relent during the fight, and the raucous crowd at the packed Aragon Ballroom clearly wanted more. As the fight ended, they gave a standing ovation, and were so loud that I could barely hear the music blaring from the speakers.

The fight will air on Saturday night on ESPN Deportes at 9 p.m. ET, and will be on Bellator's Web site by Wednesday. Watch this fight. You will not be disappointed. 

UPDATE: Read on for videos of the fights.

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  1. E.L.
    1. Posted by E.L. Fri May 15, 2009 11:38 pm EDT

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    Saw it. Loved it. THIS is why Women's MMA can be just as exciting as Men's MMA. Damn fight had me on the edge the whole time....Awesome, awesome fight...FIRST!!!
  2. johnclockwork
    2. Posted by johnclockwork Sat May 16, 2009 7:37 am EDT

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    so true, AWESOME fight , Kerry ROCKS!!!!!!!!!!!!........SECOND!!!
  3. MAYNARD4PRESIDENT
    3. Posted by MAYNARD4PRESIDENT Sat May 16, 2009 9:56 am EDT

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    I would like to see Kyle Maynard cross over into Womens MMA. Hard enough for him to beat able bodied men ,but with women, anything is possible. I really enjoy the intensity these ladies bring to the sport. Granted all may not have world class skills but they all have the same thing in common. These batches beat the $hit out of each other. Gina Carrano -VS- Kayle Maynard LIVE ON PAY-PER VIEW
  4. Snappa
    4. Posted by Snappa Sat May 16, 2009 10:46 am EDT

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    Bah No ESPN Deportes here. Gotta wait till Wed.
    Don't know why anyone is surprised that the women fights are more exciting. Chick fights in high school were always more vicious. LMAO. Alot of these fights remind me of Rocky movies. NO DEFENSE AT ALL but alot of rock 'em sock 'em offense.
    ROFL @ Kyle vs Gina.
  5. bobby d
    5. Posted by bobby d Sat May 16, 2009 10:52 am EDT

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    maynard4president. you should banned from yahoo forums forever. kyle maynard was a standout wrestler in high school who competed in the georgia championships. He posted a 35-16 wrestler without forearms and lower legs. what makes you think a woman would even stand a chance against him when bryan fry couldnt even put him down? regardless that bryan fry is some no name mma fighter, maynard still took it a decision.
  6. MAYNARD4PRESIDENT
    6. Posted by MAYNARD4PRESIDENT Sat May 16, 2009 11:37 am EDT

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    bobby d Not sure where you gathered you intel but Maynard LOST via a decision. It was scored 30-27. People who do not have their facts straight ,need to be banned. Did you just make that outcome up off the top of your head? Or are you the fool that just speaks of what he has heard from others. In either case ,your a waste of Oxygen.
  7. MAYNARD4PRESIDENT
    7. Posted by MAYNARD4PRESIDENT Sat May 16, 2009 12:09 pm EDT

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    What do you mean "could not put him down" he has been down his whole life
    http://www.sherdog.com/pictures/gallery/fighter/f_45742/83323/20 Caption For This......KAAAAPOWWWW!!!!!!!!!!
  8. robson
    8. Posted by robson Sat May 16, 2009 12:22 pm EDT

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    Maynard4president-
    I have enjoyed reading your insight on things in the past, but this is by far your greatest work. That picture says it all. I would soccer style kick Maynard in the temple if I fought the quad. I think he should fight Gina next as well. He would take her down to the mat and nub her bean. Gerkinstien
  9. bobby d
    9. Posted by bobby d Sat May 16, 2009 1:20 pm EDT

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    maynard. by put him down i mean k.o./submit him. hence the statement maynard took it to a decision. hangout in the gym a little bit, learn some mma terms, then come n talk to me. and oh yeah, rather messed up your next comment was about putting him down. although it made me chuckle at the same time ^_^
  10. NeverBackDown
    10. Posted by NeverBackDown Sat May 16, 2009 2:16 pm EDT

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    MAYNARD4PRESIDENT: I know your having fun with the idea of a crossover for Maynard but it could easily be mistaken for crude humor. Like john S said I enjoy some of your insights on other forums. I don't wear my heart on my sleeve so I can appreciate a good laugh it's just dude don't have full limbs and still get the job done. So how could you kick him when he's down, like you said he's been down his WHOLE LIFE. I caught this guy story on espn (I think) and was shocked! IMO I don't think its fair to others in MMA to have to fight him. You literally have to fight in his world on his terms. I mean you can't kick him or punch him. So what's next? Wrestling and submissions? Not MMA if it's not mixed. Can you imagine what the world will say if someone smash this dude? The vice versa effect don't apply here c'mon, I can see wrestling ( cause I've seen him) but MMA is a whole new ball game.
  11. Mark A
    11. Posted by Mark A Sat May 16, 2009 2:23 pm EDT

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    Epic.
  12. Charles B
    12. Posted by Charles B Sat May 16, 2009 2:35 pm EDT

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    Hell yeah, glad to hear it. Didn't catch this as I got drawn into watching ShoXC and MFC. Definately gonna check this out.
    San Diego baby! yeah!
  13. Name N
    13. Posted by Name N Sat May 16, 2009 2:41 pm EDT

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    Disgusting!
  14. McCorndog
    14. Posted by McCorndog Sat May 16, 2009 2:43 pm EDT

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    Kyle Maynard's story went from inspirational to idiotic the second he stepped in the cage. Simply a publicity stunt put on by himself or someone in his camp. He might not have arms or legs but he appears to have a fully functional brain and anyone with one of those knew the fight was going to play out EXACTLY like it did.
  15. kofie d
    15. Posted by kofie d Sat May 16, 2009 2:51 pm EDT

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    Man watever dog!!! i know she may think that since they cheated for her she is the man but i wont be suprise to see my man bobby lashley kicking her husbands ass!!! what do yall think!!!
  16. puttytat
    16. Posted by puttytat Sat May 16, 2009 2:57 pm EDT

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    Great match . A lot of gals can box great . Some of you guys just have to make fun.
    I always say take what you can do best and do it. Makes no difference male or female.
    What a fight, would pay to watch that it shows a lot of skill and work.
  17. Andy
    17. Posted by Andy Sat May 16, 2009 3:02 pm EDT

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    I don't know much about MMA, but is there a chance they would ever have a fight of a woman vs. a man in similar weight classes? I know women weigh less and matching them up against a heavy weight would not work, but is it possible you could match a 140 pound woman versus a 120 pound man?
    Would the woman have a chance? They could market a fight like this as man vs. woman, ect....
  18. Sir Gary
    18. Posted by Sir Gary Sat May 16, 2009 3:05 pm EDT

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    Let's see Kerry Vera vs Gina Carano!!!Gina would win,but it might be a good fight.
  19. Eddie b
    19. Posted by Eddie b Sat May 16, 2009 3:20 pm EDT

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    last
  20. Christoph B
    20. Posted by Christoph B Sat May 16, 2009 3:21 pm EDT

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    and what exactly is the point of putting two morons in a cage and slugging each other? OH WAIT, it teaches discipline, self-control, balance, self-discovery right?! yes...because theres no other way to learn that stuff.
    i mean, this stuff is obviously NOT about fighting, right?!?!?!?! the crowd is cheering because theyre glad to see two ladies showing self control and discipline, right?!?!?!?!
    lol. losers
  21. Sarah O
    21. Posted by Sarah O Sat May 16, 2009 4:00 pm EDT

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    Omg, is girl is yummy!!! i didnt know there was a fight yesterday??
    but let me just say i have been in love with her man since ive first watched him throw down on ufc, and he is sooooo very very very yummy, but shoot his wifey is soooo much more yummier... i never crushed on a married couple??? whats wrong with me, whats that tingling feeling?? who cares i like it...
    mr&mrs brandon vera i love you... if u guys ever want a bulldog i will give u one, just bcuz i love u guys soooooo much, so check out mt website: ochoasbulldogs.com
  22. whiteshoes85
    22. Posted by whiteshoes85 Sat May 16, 2009 4:01 pm EDT

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    who cares
  23. Skyflyer
    23. Posted by Skyflyer Sat May 16, 2009 4:21 pm EDT

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    This is stupid, women should not fight period. Leave it to only the men who are stupid enough to do it.
  24. pattiowa
    24. Posted by pattiowa Sat May 16, 2009 4:36 pm EDT

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    Kerry Vera's on a roll! Like i care what you h8rs think! Oh and BTW,kofie d,as 4 an MMA (mixed gender)match between the Vera's and the Lashley's,I'd love 2 see it happen.Wishful thinking but hey....

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