Baroni won't press charges in post-fight attack

The "New York Badass" Phil Baroni has decided not to press charges following an assault on him at Wembley Arena on Saturday night, witnessed by millions on live television.

Cage Rage officials have, however, banned the brother of his defeated opponent, Scott Jansen, from attending future fights following the incident at Cage Rage 27 presented by EliteXC.

First, the American banged out plucky Brit Jansen in a blistering battle, which lasted just 3:18 of round one. Then as Baroni went to check on Jansen's condition, he fended off an attacker that, without warning, headbutted the 32-year-old.

A sanguine Baroni has decided to let the matter rest. "These things happen," said Baroni. "It must be tough to see a loved one get knocked out like that. Emotions ran high. I want to put this behind me."

Dave O'Donnell, Cage Rage co-promoter stated, "We launched an immediate investigation into cage-side security and have issued a ban on a member of Scott's family attending future fights.

"This should not have happened. Baroni has shown a lot of dignity throughout. Many fighters might have responded and escalated the situation.

"It was great to see the guys in the bar after the fight shaking hands and joking."