Elisha Herbert vs. Ashley Mescia (Aussie Twins Tourney FINAL) 

(Results: Vassago, Words: Caspian) 

Elisha: 
(23, 5’6, 5:2 BBU, BronzedOz Boxing)

Ashley: 
(23, 5’7, 2:0 BBU, Free Agent)

BEFORE:

Inside the grand ballroom, cameras flash continuously and reporters jostle for prime spots, as Elisha Herbert of BronzedOz Boxing and Ashley Mescia, make their entrance. As the finale of the Aussie Twins Tourney, there’s lots of pride hanging in the air, with both girls having gotten past stiff competition in order to get to this finale. 

Elisha steps up to the microphone first, her silky dark hair cascading down her back, perfectly complementing her sleek navy-blue cocktail dress. She gives the audience a mischievous look. "Ashley," she starts, voice dripping with feigned sweetness, "Congratulations on getting here. Quite the journey for a beginner. But we all know, every lucky streak meets its end." 

In response, Ashley, slightly taller and exuding confidence in her punching power, stands in a sophisticated white sheath dress that highlights her athletic physique. "Beginner's luck? Honey, you wish," she retorts, her smirk evident. "Every match, every round, every punch I throw, I do so with purpose. Tonight, I’m gonna knock you clean off your pedestal." 

Eager reporters throw more questions their way, quizzing both women on their respective training regimes, strategies, and their opinions on each other's past performances. Beside Elisha is her sister Renee, in a matching dress but in a fiery shade of red, who can’t help but chime in on her sister’s behalf. "We’ve been in the ring much longer than these upstarts. Elisha's more than seasoned, and Ashley's clearly out of her depth." 

Counteracting the claim, however, is Olivia Mescia, herself dressed in a chic black ensemble that contrasts with Ashley’s white. The other Aussie twin immediately fires back, "Time in the ring isn't everything, Renee. Skill, strength, heart – that’s Ashley. She’s the total package." 

When it’s time for the official stare down, Elisha and Ashley show no hesitation, striding in front of the press table and right up to each other, standing so close that they almost touch. Their eyes lock in fierce determination, and the room falls silent. Meanwhile, Renee and Olivia, eye each other cautiously, wary of a sudden ambush and determined to watch their twin sister’s back. 

In the stillness of the staredown, Elisha narrows her eyes, leaning in until her lips are almost brushing against Ashley's ear. "Hope you've enjoyed your little run," she murmurs, voice dripping with condescension. "Because tonight, I'm ending it." 

Ashley's face tightens, her eyes blazing with a mix of anger and defiance. "Keep dreaming, Herbert," she hisses back, a smirk forming on her lips. "You won't even see my fists coming." 

Behind Elisha, Renee senses the escalating tension and shifts uneasily, fingers twitching as if ready to intervene. She glances warningly at Olivia, as if daring her to make a first move. 

Olivia, picking up on the challenge and not one to back down, steps forward, her face mirroring her sister's determination. "Don't even think about it," she warns, her voice low and steady. 

Then, just as the crowd begins to believe that perhaps cooler heads will prevail, Renee, perhaps feeling particularly protective of her twin or just fed up with the verbal jabs, lunges at Olivia, whose only fault was taking a tentative step forwards, which the Herbert sister interpreted as an opening salvo! 

"Oh no you don’t!" Renee growls, reaching out and yanking Olivia's hair, pulling her off balance. 

In a split second, all hell breaks loose. 

Olivia retaliates, throwing a wild slap at Renee, making direct contact with her cheek. And Elisha, seeing her sister suddenly in the midst of the fray, tries to rush forward to intervene but is instead intercepted by Ashley, who throws a punch of her own, grazing Elisha's shoulder, before tackling the leaner girl down to the ground with a loud whump! and groan! 

The stage is a whirlwind of flying hair, flashing heels, and flailing arms. Shouts erupt from  

the crowd, some cheering, others calling for security to get their act together. Members of the press scramble backwards as the four girls tumble and crash into the front row of seats, but not without their cameras still clicking away to capture every chaotic moment. 

Security personnel, initially caught off guard, then surge forward, attempting to pry the pairs apart. The efforts are hindered, though, by the twins’ determination and adrenaline-fueled strength to come out on top. And it takes several long, tumultuous moments before order is finally restored, with both pairs separated and escorted off the stage in different directions, their faces flushed and their breaths labored.

Somewhere backstage, the Perkins sisters are shaking their heads at the wild antics of their competitors, what started as a respectful tournament now turning into a wild clash of pride and a challenge to determine the ultimate twin duo in Aussie boxing.  

Hours later, the lights in the arena dim as a pulsating beat starts to play, before a spotlight appears at the entranceway, revealing Elisha and her twin, Renee, standing side by side. Elisha wears a shimmering black and gold robes that reaches down to her calves, and has "BronzedOz Queen" embroidered on the back in bold black letters. 

Their hair is slicked back into high ponytails, adding to the fierce looks on their faces. With each step, the crowd erupts in cheers, with a few dissenting boos mixed in. They walk in unison, absorbing the electric atmosphere, with Elisha occasionally shadow boxing, and her sister amping up the cheers, walking just slightly behind her sister.

Then, as Elisha settles into her corner, a haunting melody fills the arena, signaling Ashley's entrance. The lights shift to a deep blue hue, creating a stark contrast to the gold of Elisha's entrance.

Emerging from the shadows, Ashley and Olivia appear. Ashley dons a sleek silver robe with "Aussie Powerhouse" boldly displayed across the back. The robe, shorter than Elisha’s, stops mid-thigh and adds a certain boldness to her ensemble. Her blonde hair flows freely down her back, contrasting beautifully with the robe.

Ashley jogs lightly towards the ring, occasionally stopping to engage with fans, signifying her rookie confidence. And as they reach the ring, she takes a moment, looking around the arena, soaking it all in. Olivia gives her sister a tight hug before Ashley leaps onto the apron and steps over the top rope, immediately locking eyes with Elisha, setting the stage for the impending showdown.

Referee knows he has more than just these two fighters to watch over in tonight’s fight, with Renee and Olivia both casting more wary glances at each other from opposite corners. There’s a high threat of intervention tonight, and he orders both fighters to make this a clean fight.

Of course, Elisha and Ashley give him curt, but insincere nods, their gazes instead fixed on each other’s face, no doubt thinking of all the ways they plan on messing it up by the end of the evening. Without further ado, both fighters settle into their respective stances from their corners, and the referee signals for the opening bell! HERE WE GO with ten rounds of Bantamweight action! This here’s the FINAL match in the Aussie Twin Tourney Down Under!

ROUND 1:

Immediately, Elisha takes the center of the ring, asserting her dominance from the outset. Her footwork is sharp, her movements calculated, as she circles Ashley, looking for openings. The crowd senses her confidence and a chant for the Herbert twin begins to swell. Ashley, perhaps feeling the weight of the moment or just being cautious against a dominant opponent, seems a step slower, her punches lacking the power she boasted about in the press conference. She tries to establish a steady jab, but Elisha easily parries or slips them, showcasing her superior boxing skills. As the round progresses, Elisha starts to find her range, launching crisp combinations to both the head and body of Ashley. A particular left hook to the jaw makes Ashley's knees buckle slightly too early, but she manages to stay upright. And later, Ashley’s attempts to clinch and slow down the onslaught are fruitless, as Elisha expertly pushes her off, maintaining the distance she needs to work her magic. The Herbert twin grows with confidence with each landed punch, and by the midpoint of the round, she's openly taunting Ashley with her gloves, urging her to hit back, to show off that power she promised. But every time Ashley tries to retaliate, Elisha is already out of range, her defensive prowess on full display. Olivia, from the outside, shouts words of encouragement to her twin, trying to boost her morale, but it's clear that this round belongs to Elisha. Renee, on the other hand, can hardly contain her excitement, cheering every hit Elisha lands. Soon, the bell rings, concluding the first round. Elisha returns to her corner with a confident smirk, barely breaking a sweat, while Ashley looks a bit deflated, her face showing the marks of Elisha's accurate punches. As they both take their seats, it's clear to everyone watching: Round 1 belongs convincingly to Elisha Herbert.

ROUND 2:

There's a notable change in Ashley's demeanor - gone is the hesitant fighter from the previous round; in her place stands a determined brawler, her eyes locked onto Elisha as she starts the round more aggressively. Elisha appears momentarily taken aback by this sudden switch in tactics, as from the get-go, Ashley uses her slight height advantage, jabbing consistently at her arms to push the leaner girl back. Olivia's shouts of encouragement echo through the arena, pushing Ashley to maintain the offensive, and midway through the round, Elisha tries to regain control, employing her superior footwork to create angles of attack that won her the first round by a comfortable margin. Ashley, however, is undeterred, eventually cornering Elisha against the ropes and unleashes a flurry of blows to her guard and under, errant fists snagging the tummy to keep Elisha pinned and more desperate by the second. With mere seconds left in the round, Ashley finds her golden opportunity. She throws a feint left, which draws a parry from Elisha, only to follow up with a thunderous right hook that lands flush on Elisha's jaw, causing her legs to wobble! A gasp ripples through the crowd, with the once-dominant Herbert twin now in trouble! Elisha stumbles backward, clearly hurt, but her ring awareness is still intact. She manages to clinch onto Ashley after ducking under another wild swing, trying to buy some time and recover. The referee separates the two just as the bell sounds, saving Elisha from any further punishment. Both fighters head to their corners, with Renee looking concerned and whispering words of encouragement to her sister, while Olivia celebrates, pumping her fist in the air, cheering Ashley on.

ROUND 3:

A reinvigorated Ashley immediately attempts to capitalize on her momentum, her eyes alight with determination and sensing that Elisha might still be shaken from that powerful hook from the previous round. The Mescia sister lunges forward aggressively, trying to corner Elisha early on, throwing a series of power punches, all over, high and low, looking for that one knockout blow to end the fight decisively in her favor. However, Elisha, showing her resilience and boxing acumen, employs a more evasive strategy this time, spending time ducking, dodging around the swings, then using her footwork to stay away from the ropes, avoiding the lethal punches Ashley throws her way. It’s as clear as before that Elisha’s experience makes a difference, even when midway through the round, Ashley manages to trap Elisha again in one corner. Immediately, the big blonde unleashes hell, fists slammed into the sides of the head and the brunette’s lean body, confident in her power to put her foe away. But Elisha displays an impressive defense, keeping her chin covered and arms blocking most of the body shots, absorbing the rest with a fluid guard. Her nimble movements frustrate Ashley, who's throwing everything she's got into breaking her Aussie counterpart, but instead she’s growing more and more tired by the second. As the round progresses, it's clear that while Ashley is the aggressor, Elisha's tactical approach is paying off. She's making Ashley miss frequently, using openings between barrages to circle outwards and force Mescia to give chase once more, causing her to expend more energy. By the final minute, Ashley's punches lose some of their earlier ferocity, and her breathing becomes more labored, but she's still clearly ahead on points. The bell signals the end of the round, and both fighters return to their corners, and while Ashley has dominated in terms of aggression and points, Elisha's resilience and defensive prowess have kept her still in the game.

ROUND 4:

The tables seem to have turned once again, with Elisha displaying a newfound sense of purpose. She starts working her jab, measuring distance and keeping Ashley at bay with well-placed shots to the big blonde’s face. As the seconds tick by, it's evident that Elisha's strategy is to regain control of the bout's pace, using her speed and agility to avoid Ashley’s attacks and then plant cheap leather into her facial features. Ashley, perhaps a touch overconfident after her successes in the previous rounds, tries to close the distance too rapidly, back to chugging away with power attacks. But Elisha now knows she needs to be constantly moving and circling, and picking her moments after. Midpoint of the round sees a noticeable shift, with Elisha, having analyzed Ashley's rhythm, begins to exploit openings in her defense. She lands a couple of straight rights to the nose and mouth, followed by hooks that hammer into Ashley’s body, visibly staggering the blonde. And the crowd roars in approval, sensing the tide changing once more! In the final minute, Elisha sees her chance to walk back the past few rounds, quickly stepping in and throwing a feint high with a left jab, which draws an immediate response from Ashley. Then, Herbert counters with a thunderous right cross that sails through her defenses and CRASHES square into the jawline! OUCH! The impact makes Ashley's knees buckle, and she stumbles backward, clearly hurt! Elisha, sensing a potential finish, surges in, treating her foe with the same bombardment of punches. Poor Olivia, watching from the sidelines, can only shout words of encouragement, trying to rally her sister, as Ashley gets pushed back, hunched over as more fists find their mark on her tummy and forehead. But the bell sounds just in time, saving Mescia from further punishment! As the fighters head back to their corners, Elisha wears an expression of fierce satisfaction, having turned the fight's momentum in her favor. Renee pats her sister's back in approval while Ashley, still reeling from that devastating cross, is consoled and reassured by her sister as they prepare for the upcoming round. Still anyone’s game at the moment, and some of the Perkins’ sisters would tell you not to underestimate Ashley Mescia going forward…

ROUND 5:

Elisha steps out of her corner with clear intent in her eyes. The momentum she seized at the end of the last round is now in full swing, and Ashley, still trying to shake off the impact of the previous blows, steps out with more caution, her guard tighter than before. Both girls engage in the center, with Elisha utilizing her jab to perfection, hounding the inexperienced blonde and creating wider avenues for her more powerful punches that snag Mescia on the lips. Ashley seems to be a step behind, her previous round's assault visibly affecting her reflexes and her stamina still leaving a lot to be desired. Just barely a minute into the round, after a series of probing jabs, Elisha spots a flaw in Ashley's defense. Immediately, a sudden left hook catches Ashley off guard, slamming into ear and snapping her head to the side with a groan. And before she can recover, Elisha follows it up with a powerful right straight that lands flush on the temple! OUCH!! The force of the punch sends Ashley reeling backwards, before the punishment proves too much, and Mescia goes CRASHING to the canvas, looking dazed as hell! It’s the first KNOCKDOWN of the evening!

The Herbert sisters break into wide grins, and Renee in particular is squealing with delight on her sister’s behalf. Meanwhile, Olivia looks on in disbelief from the ringside, her heart in her throat. As the referee begins the count, Elisha retreats and stands tall in the neutral corner, watching intently if Ashley might make it back up in time… The blonde rookie, however, is still displaying incredible heart and determination, managing to pull herself up by the count of eight, before signaling to the referee that she's ready to continue. But the dazed look in her eyes betrays her bravado, and she’s having some trouble steadying herself fully, having risen a tad too fast, in our opinion.

Nonetheless, the referee waves to continue, and with two more minutes on the clock, Elisha smells blood! Herbert patiently cuts off the ring, walking in fast with flurry after flurry to the arms, cornering Ashley a little more at a time. Another series of rapid jabs forces Ashley to raise her guard, opening up her midsection. Then, Elisha steps in and POWERS a devastating uppercut straight into the center of her solar plexus! PUHHH! The blow robs Ashley completely of her breath, causing her to double over in a mixture of shock and pain! Completely immobilized, Mescia looks already set to go down, but Herbert’s NOT done, following up with a final, concussive right hook that SLAMS into the side of Ashley's jaw, which sends her spiraling BACK DOWN to the canvas, this time lying completely motionless and OUT COLD! The referee doesn't even bother with the count, waving the fight off immediately! It’s OVER! And we have a winner of the inaugural Aussie Twins Tournament! 

Official Result: Elisha Herbert defeats Ashley Mescia via KO5!

AFTER:

With a beaming smile, Elisha raises her arms in victory, absorbing the adulation of the crowd. Renee, equally ecstatic, joins her swiftly, entering the ring in celebration, wrapping an arm around her twin in a moment of shared pride.

Across the ring, the picture is drastically different. Ashley, still reeling from the knockout, is on wobbly legs, the anguish of defeat evident on her face. Olivia, ever the protective sister, rushes under the ropes to her side, kneeling down and trying to wrap her in an embrace. "It's okay," she murmurs, her voice gentle, trying to shield her twin from the humiliating chants of the crowd.

However, the Herbert twins aren't done. Their victory, it seems, isn't sweet enough. Spotting the vulnerable Mescia twins who’ve given them so much trouble during this entire tourney, Elisha whispers something to Renee, and the predatory smirk on both their faces is unmistakable. Without warning, they advance, intent on further driving home their victories.

Olivia, realizing their intent, immediately stands back up, determined to shield her sister all on her own, if need be. "Stay back!" she warns, her voice sharp. But her defiance only seems to fuel the Herbert twins' malice.

Renee is the first to strike, darting forward and grabbing a handful of Olivia's hair, yanking her off balance. Elisha capitalizes on this, sending a swift punch to Olivia's midsection, doubling her over. Ashley, despite her dizziness, is immediately galvanized to try and rise back up to intervene, but Renee catches her while she’s still down with a vicious kick to the shin, sending her crashing back onto the canvas.

Then, Ashley, still reeling from the knockout, watches helplessly as her sister takes the beating, her own body refusing to cooperate, weighed down by pain and fatigue. After subjecting Olivia to another brutal barrage of slaps to the face and squared punches to her stomach,, Elisha and Renee switch places, allowing Renee to unleash her own fury on the already tormented girl.

But just as Elisha and Renee seem to be having their dominant way and celebration, however, more footfalls echo sharply against the arena floor. The crowd ROARS as Mimi and Leah Perkins make their sudden, dramatic entrance from a back entrance, sliding under the ropes, no doubt hoping to score some revenge of their own! The Perkins twins, having faced the Herberts in an earlier bout, bear their own grudges tonight!

The Perkins girls don’t waste time on formalities. With Elisha and Renee momentarily looking confused, they only realize the danger too late. Leah targets Elisha, the force of her pent-up frustration evident as she spins the Aussie brunette around by the shoulders and whips her across the face with a mighty hook . Mimi, meanwhile, tries to exact her revenge on Renee, the pair trading stiff punches with a violence borne of old vendettas.

As the Perkins twins unleash their onslaught, the Mescia twins manage to crawl to the ropes, finding solace in each other's company. Limping up the ramp and headed backstage, they watch in a daze as their tormentors receive a dose of their own medicine. The ring becomes a whirlwind of flying fists, tangled hair, and fierce shouts. The Perkins sisters, driven by revenge, seem to hold the upper hand, their punches landing with satisfying thuds, forcing the Herberts on the defensive, at one moment, both Mimi and Leah trapping Renee and Elisha respectively in opposite corners of the ring whilst wailing upon them with punches and kicks.

Finally, security personnel storm the ring, pulling all the pairs of raging twins apart. Olivia and Ashley have managed to make their exit in the chaos, looking battered and broken as they run up the ramp, still supporting each other with arms around the waist. Each pair of sisters has had a promising performance in this tournament, though the bitter taste of defiance will linger in all their minds for a long while!