Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: PFC 138 Slurper vs Puller
Date: Nov 16, 2019

#R1#
Lucy keeps Kakoullis at a distance using the push kick.
Kakoullis displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Lucy throws out the jab.
Kakoullis was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Sotiris Kakoullis seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kakoullis on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Kakoullis throws an off balance right hand
and Lucy counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Kakoullis cracks Lucy with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Lucy misses with a head kick.
Kakoullis has been working on his boxing with his coaches at UnderGround Boxing Facility in the buildup to the fight.
Lucy misses with a looping right.
Lucy bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Kakoullis misses with an uppercut. Lucy saw that one coming.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lucy lands a jab to the head. #CUT2#
It looks like Sotiris Kakoullis has been cut.
Kakoullis connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Lucy throws a head kick that misses
and Kakoullis makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.#T1#
Lucy ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kakoullis moves away.
A counter left hand to the body from Kakoullis misses its target.
Kakoullis tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lucy was well out of range. Poor timing from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Kakoullis throws a body punch but Lucy moves out of range.
Lucy cracks Kakoullis with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Kakoullis swings widly with a right hand
and Lucy counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Kakoullis on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there. #CUT2#
Sotiris Kakoullis's cut is getting worse.
Kakoullis connects with a crisp jab. #KD2#
Lucy cracks Kakoullis with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Kakoullis looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Lucy finish him?
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lucy steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kakoullis.#T2##KD2#
Lucy sends Kakoullis crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Lucy is motioning to the referee to let Kakoullis up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!
Lucy slips under a jab.
Lucy looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Kakoullis bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Kakoullis throws a shot from downtown. Lucy moves away and avoids it.
Lucy tries a quick counter leg kick but Kakoullis is wise to it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kakoullis. Lucy does a little dance to reset his feet.
Lucy thuds his shin into the meat of Kakoullis's side.
Kakoullis takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Kakoullis throws a sloppy body shot
and Kakoullis takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CUT2#
Sotiris Kakoullis's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Lucy tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Lucy uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Kakoullis has time to react.#T3#
Lucy fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kakoullis manages to avoid it.
Lucy chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Kakoullis's jab looks to have found its range, popping Lucy under the eye.
Kakoullis scores with a jab. Lucy acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Lucy bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Kakoullis slips under a jab from Lucy.
Lucy ducks right into an uppercut from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis scores with a hook.
Lucy misses with a low kick.
An attempted straight right counter from Kakoullis misses the target.
Kakoullis misses with a body shot. #T4#
Kakoullis throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Lucy swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Kakoullis misses with a body shot.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Lucy! But no joy.
Kakoullis thuds a left hand into Lucy's body.
Kakoullis throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kakoullis moves out of range of the strikes.
Lucy moves out of range of the strikes.
Lucy looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Lucy uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
letting Lucy counter with a right hand. #CUT2#
Jeez, Sotiris Kakoullis's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.

The referee calls the doctor in to look at Sotiris Kakoullis's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Léonard Lucy!
A very excited looking Léonard Lucy made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: EFC Izmir vs Zexi
Date: Oct 19, 2019

#R1#
The fighters circle momentarily. Kakoullis darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Kakoullis lands with a nice body punch.
A swing and a miss from Kakoullis.
Horrible takedown attempt by Shifter or perhaps it was just good defense by Kakoullis, which made it look bad.
Shifter shoots in and drives through. Kakoullis sprawls well.
Kakoullis throws a looping overhand right but Shifter ducks down to avoid it.
Shifter tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Kakoullis missing with a left hand there. Shifter was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Shifter looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Kakoullis is fending him off so far but Shifter persists. Nope, Kakoullis circles away and we're back to standing.
An attempted straight right counter from Kakoullis misses the target.
Sotiris Kakoullis has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Andy Shifter.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shifter tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Kakoullis swivels and escapes.
A big right from Kakoullis misses.
Kakoullis stuffs the takedown attempt from Shifter. Shifter gets slowly back to his feet.
Sotiris Kakoullis seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
Kakoullis sizes up Shifter with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Shifter fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Kakoullis cracks Shifter with a right hand to the side of the head.
Shifter fails with a takedown attempt.
Shifter keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kakoullis.#T2#
Kakoullis circles away from the clinch attempt.
A little feinted left hand from Kakoullis on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Kakoullis misses with a hook. Shifter ducked under it nicely.
Shifter dives in for a single leg takedown but Kakoullis sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Kakoullis throwing a counter right hand but Shifter manages to avoid it.
Kakoullis throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Shifter takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Kakoullis is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Shifter fails to land the takedown.
Kakoullis slaps away a takedown attempt from Shifter, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Kakoullis cracks Shifter with a right hand to the side of the head.#T3#
Kakoullis stuffs the takedown attempt from Shifter. Shifter gets slowly back to his feet.
Shifter uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kakoullis.
Shifter drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Kakoullis defends it well.
Shifter has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Shifter there as he acknowledges the shot.
Shifter misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Kakoullis misses with a right hand #TD2#
and Shifter counters with a takedown into side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kakoullis is trying to buck Shifter off.#SUB2#
Shifter tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Shifter has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #T4##SUB2#
Shifter working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Kakoullis struggling a bit here.
Shifter tries to score with some ground and pound. Kakoullis controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Kakoullis tries to bench press Shifter off him but Shifter keeps the position. #SUB2#
Shifter looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB2#
Shifter tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kakoullis is trying to buck Shifter off.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sotiris Kakoullis dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Kakoullis stuffs the takedown.
Kakoullis throwing a counter right hand but Shifter manages to avoid it.
Kakoullis misses with a straight right. #TD2#
Shifter gets a double leg takedown into Kakoullis's guard.
Shifter looking to pass the guard.
Kakoullis knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Shifter on the ground.
Shifter passes into half guard.
Shifter thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Kakoullis's head. #SUB2#
Shifter is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Kakoullis is just riding it out for now. Shifter eventually gives up the hold.
Shifter working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Shifter is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #T1#
Kakoullis is pressing down on Shifter's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Shifter works over Kakoullis with some ground and pound from guard.
Shifter throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Kakoullis works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #SUB2#
Shifter has gone for a leg lock! Kakoullis slips out almost immediately though and dives into Shifter's guard.#REVR#
Kakoullis might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#SUB2#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Shifter looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #SUB2#
Shifter working for a triangle but Kakoullis defends it easily.
Kakoullis trying to control but Shifter is working from the bottom.
Shifter throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back. #SUB2#
Shifter throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Kakoullis pushes down on Shifter's leg and manages to get into half guard.#T2#
Kakoullis trying to control the action but Shifter is working from the bottom.
Shifter gets back to full guard.
Kakoullis looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Kakoullis is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Shifter can do to turn this around?#SUB2#
Shifter is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Kakoullis is aware though and is defending well.#SUB2#
Shifter is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Kakoullis is aware though and is defending well.#SUB2#
Shifter is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Kakoullis is aware though and is defending well.
Kakoullis slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Shifter regains half guard.
Kakoullis uses his free foot to push down on Shifter's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Shifter.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Shifter really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Kakoullis looking to control and managing it successfully.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Kakoullis prevents Shifter from getting the reversal.#T3#
Shifter slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Kakoullis performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Shifter makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Shifter.
Kakoullis forces his way into half guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Kakoullis continues to stall.
Shifter has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Shifter tries to roll over but Kakoullis keeps him under control.
Shifter misses with some strikes from the bottom. #T4#
Shifter is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2#
Shifter looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Shifter looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Shifter is looking for a sweep. Kakoullis is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Andy Shifter has got the better of the ground game so far.
Kakoullis with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Kakoullis missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Kakoullis stalling. #SUB2#
Shifter is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Kakoullis pulls his head out easily.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kakoullis stalling. #SUB2#
Shifter looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Andy Shifter will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Shifter shoots in and drives through. Kakoullis sprawls well.
Kakoullis thows a left - swing and a miss!
Shifter steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kakoullis.
Shifter gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Kakoullis cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Kakoullis fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Shifter manages to avoid it.
Shifter with the counter takedown but Kakoullis avoids it easily.
Nice sprawl there from Kakoullis as Shifter shoots in.
Sotiris Kakoullis has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Andy Shifter.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kakoullis connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Kakoullis loads up on a big right hand but Shifter slips the punch.
Shifter dives in and grabs Kakoullis's left leg, looking for a takedown. Kakoullis pushes down on Shifter's head and hops out.
Kakoullis was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.#T1#
Shifter slips under a jab from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis throws a big shot that misses.
Kakoullis swings for the body but Shifter moves out of range.
Kakoullis throws a shot from downtown. Shifter moves away and avoids it.
Shifter tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Shifter with a poor takedown
enabling Kakoullis to counter with a crisp jab.
Kakoullis misses with a looping right.
Shifter shoots in for a double leg but Kakoullis sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Kakoullis throws a body punch but Shifter moves out of range. #TD2#
Shifter drives through with a takedown into guard. #ES#
Kakoullis pushes Shifter off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there. #T2#
Shifter uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis misses with a hook.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Shifter moves away from the strike by Kakoullis.
Shifter uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kakoullis.
Sotiris Kakoullis is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kakoullis looks to score with a jab to the body but Shifter is just out of range.
Shifter tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Kakoullis swivels and escapes.
Kakoullis throwing a counter right hand but Shifter manages to avoid it.
Shifter keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Shifter misses with a takedown attempt
and Kakoullis counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Kakoullis throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T3#
Shifter fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Shifter misses with a takedown attempt - Kakoullis sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Kakoullis throwing a counter right hand but Shifter manages to avoid it.
Shifter shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Kakoullis as he jumps to the side.
Kakoullis misses with a straight right.
Shifter drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Kakoullis defends it well.
Shifter fails to land the takedown.
Shifter with a poor takedown
and Kakoullis counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Shifter takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T4#
Kakoullis misses with a wild body shot.
Sotiris Kakoullis is winning the standup battle so far.
Kakoullis takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Kakoullis works the jab nicely.
Kakoullis misses the jab.
Shifter has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Shifter there as he acknowledges the shot.
Shifter shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Kakoullis defends it nicely.
Shifter keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kakoullis.

And that's the end of the fight!
Sotiris Kakoullis showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Kakoullis has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 29:28
Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 29:27
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 29:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sotiris Kakoullis!

Event: EFC Izmir VS Kagonbo 2
Date: Sep 28, 2019

#R1#
Kakoullis misses with a straight left.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Kakoullis, as that shot connected.
Bailey scores with a jab.#CUT2#
It looks like Sotiris Kakoullis has been cut.
A head kick misses from Bailey.
No joy there for Bailey, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
It looked like Kakoullis wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
A big left from Kakoullis misses.
Kakoullis works the jab nicely.
Bailey lands the left hand.
Bailey fails to land with a series of punches.
Bailey misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Kakoullis takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Bailey displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kakoullis throws out the jab.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bailey getting the better of the striking in that exchange.#T1#
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Bailey.
Bailey steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kakoullis.
Bailey moves forwards but Kakoullis connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Bailey throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Bailey ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Bailey slips a straight right by Kakoullis.
Bailey ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kakoullis moves away.
Bailey takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Bailey looks to throw a body kick
and Kakoullis connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Bailey lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Kakoullis circles away quickly and effectively.
Kakoullis just misses with a punch to the body.
Kakoullis checks a low kick from Bailey.
Bailey misses with an uppercut.
Kakoullis was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#T2#
Bailey takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Kakoullis with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Bailey to score with a decent uppercut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kakoullis scores with a jab.
Bailey takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Bailey fakes the leg kick and cracks Kakoullis in the body.
Nice body punch from Bailey.
A clash of legs there as Kakoullis blocks the low kick.
Bailey misses with a left hand
and Kakoullis counters with a stiff right hand.
Bailey misses with a hook.
Bailey just misses with a punch to the body.
Bailey ducks under a wild hook from Kakoullis.#T3#
Kakoullis connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Bailey's hands.
Bailey with a jab.
Kakoullis is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Bailey scores with a spinning back kick!
Bailey catches Kakoullis with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Kakoullis throws a hook but Bailey avoids it easily.
Bailey throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Kakoullis uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Bailey doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Kakoullis throws a right hand that misses
and Bailey counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Bailey tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kakoullis was well out of range. Poor timing from Bailey.
Kakoullis digs a good body shot into Bailey's ribs.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Bailey tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kakoullis was well out of range. Poor timing from Bailey.#T4#
Bailey takes a swing at Kakoullis's ribcage but misses.
Bailey takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Nice shot lands for Bailey.
Bailey just misses with a punch to the body.
Kakoullis uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bailey.
Kakoullis throws a hook but Bailey blocks it.
Bailey catches Kakoullis with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Bailey takes one to the chin there.
Kakoullis is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bailey.
Bailey throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis throws a hook to the side of Bailey's head but Bailey sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bailey. Kakoullis does a little dance to reset his feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Zammy Bailey will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Sotiris Kakoullis's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Kakoullis moves out of range of the body kick from Bailey.
Kakoullis looks to land a right hand but Bailey moved out of range.
Bailey looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Bailey is looking to score with low kicks.
Zammy Bailey seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kakoullis misses with a straight left.
Bailey throws out a counter right but Kakoullis avoids it with no problem.
Bailey misses with a right hand
and Kakoullis counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Bailey lunges at Kakoullis with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Kakoullis's hand.
The crowd cheers as Kakoullis lands an impressive looking overhand right. Bailey doesn't seem phased though.
Kakoullis throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Bailey stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Kakoullis looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bailey fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Kakoullis throws the left hand but Bailey avoids the punch easily.
Bailey misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.#T1#
Kakoullis ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bailey moves away.
Kakoullis scores with a shot to the body.
Zammy Bailey seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Bailey lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Kakoullis jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Bailey swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Bailey takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Bailey misses with a two punch combination.
Kakoullis swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Bailey gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Bailey walks into a stiff left hand from Kakoullis.
Bailey looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Kakoullis uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bailey.
An attempted straight right counter from Kakoullis misses the target.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Bailey.#T2#
Bailey looks to throw a body kick
and Kakoullis counters with a stiff right hand.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bailey defending well as Kakoullis loads up on a big left hand.
Bailey connects with the punch.
Bailey fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Kakoullis is out of range.
Kakoullis throws an off balance right hand
and Kakoullis takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Bailey slips a jab and a cross from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis blocks a head kick by Bailey.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Bailey in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off.
Bailey connects with a body shot that sends Kakoullis's belly button to the back.
Kakoullis blocks a head kick by Bailey.
Bailey misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis throws a jab when Bailey was well out of range.
Bailey uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kakoullis.
Bailey throws a counter combo.#T3#
Kakoullis jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Bailey throws a leg kick but Kakoullis checks it.
Bailey uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kakoullis.
Bailey uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis misses with a body shot.
Bailey tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kakoullis was well out of range. Poor timing from Bailey.
Bailey scores with a kick to the midsection.
Bailey dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Kakoullis. That did some damage!
Kakoullis takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Good shot there by Bailey.#CUT2#
Sotiris Kakoullis's cut is getting worse.
Bailey connects with a solid leg kick. #T4#
Kakoullis throws a lazy uppercut
and Bailey counters with a solid body kick.
Kakoullis lands a jab to the nose.
Kakoullis uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bailey.
Kakoullis was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Kakoullis ducks under a wild hook from Bailey.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bailey turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Kakoullis throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kakoullis looks to land a left hand but Bailey moved out of range nicely.
A good leg kick by Bailey.
Bailey looks to land a body kick but Kakoullis moved away.
Donk. Kakoullis catches Bailey right on the button with a cross.
Bailey lands a right hook to the body.
Bailey moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Zammy Bailey will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Sotiris Kakoullis's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Bailey pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Bailey connects with a looping right hand.
Bailey misses with a low kick as Kakoullis jumps back.
Kakoullis throws a big shot that misses.
Bailey works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Kakoullis gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Bailey.
Zammy Bailey is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Kakoullis walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Bailey fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Kakoullis is out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kakoullis takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Bailey throws a hook but Kakoullis blocks it.
Kakoullis takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Bailey uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kakoullis.
Bailey appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Bailey has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T1#
Bailey scores with the left hand. Kakoullis knows he should have avoided that one.
Kakoullis scores with a jab.
A jab from Kakoullis misses.
Bailey throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Bailey has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Bailey tests Kakoullis's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Bailey misses with a right hand
and Kakoullis counters with a left to the body.
Bailey uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kakoullis.
Bailey misses with a combination
and Kakoullis counters with a stiff right hand.
Bailey throws a head kick that misses
letting Kakoullis counter with a right hand. #T2#
Bailey scores with a one two! Kakoullis had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes. #CUT2#
Sotiris Kakoullis's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kakoullis bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Bailey delivers a nice body kick.
Bailey turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Kakoullis misses with an uppercut.
Kakoullis blocks a head kick by Bailey.
Kakoullis waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bailey.
Bailey swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kakoullis swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Bailey throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Kakoullis tries to bum rush Bailey with a series of wild strikes but Bailey uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Bailey lands a nice looking body shot. #T3#
Bailey ducks under a wild hook from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Bailey scores with a push kick.
Kakoullis swinging wildly here.
Sotiris Kakoullis has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Kakoullis tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Bailey misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Bailey throws a sloppy head kick and Kakoullis moves out of range easily.
Bailey pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Kakoullis swings and misses with a hook to the body. #T4#
Kakoullis misses with a looping left.
Bailey looks to throw the jab but Kakoullis is out of range.
Kakoullis ducks under a wild hook from Bailey.
Bailey swings widly with a right hand
and Kakoullis counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Bailey defending well as Kakoullis loads up on a big left hand.
Zammy Bailey is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Kakoullis takes a jab right on the kisser.
Kakoullis has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Kakoullis there as he acknowledges the shot.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Bailey throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Kakoullis misses with an uppercut
and Bailey counters with a two punch combo.
Kakoullis walks into a jab.
Bailey scores with a jab to the head.

And that's the end of the fight!
Zammy Bailey comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Bailey has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Jonathan Paton scores the fight 27:30
Judge Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 27:30
Judge John Roberts scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Zammy Bailey!
After the big win, Zammy Bailey made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Ma Balls Is Hot Clothing and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.

Event: EFC Izmir vs Pulu
Date: Aug 31, 2019

#R1#
Kakoullis slips under a jab.
Silva throws a lazy right hand but Kakoullis sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Kakoullis dodges the punch combination from Silva.
Silva misses the shot to the body.
Silva has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Silva walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.#CL2#
Silva has Kakoullis up against the cage in a clinch.
Kakoullis tries to work over Silva's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Silva swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kakoullis throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Silvas head.
A short right from Kakoullis.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Silva lands a hook to the side of the head.#BC#
Kakoullis manages to break the clinch.
Silva uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kakoullis.
Cairo Silva seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Silva works the jab nicely.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kakoullis checks the leg kick nicely there.
Kakoullis throws a big counter combination but Silva scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Silva throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kakoullis sees it coming and avoids it easily.#T1#
Kakoullis keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Silva.
Silva looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Kakoullis throws a poor cross that misses
and Silva counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Kakoullis has been working on his boxing with his coaches at UnderGround Boxing Facility in the buildup to the fight.
Silva loads up on a big right hand but Kakoullis slips the punch.
Kakoullis was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Silva's corner calls for a 1-2. Silva obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Silva uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kakoullis.
Silva throws a lazy right hand but Kakoullis sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Kakoullis digs a good body shot into Silva's ribs.
Silva tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Kakoullis misses with a looping right.
Silva looks to throw the jab but Kakoullis is out of range.
A solid leg kick lands there for Silva.
Silva throws a hook but Kakoullis avoids it easily.
Silva misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis throwing a counter right hand but Silva manages to avoid it.#T2#
Silva throws a lazy uppercut
enabling Kakoullis to counter with a crisp jab.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kakoullis chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Silva can pounce on him.
Kakoullis with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Silva throws a nice looking combination but Kakoullis bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Silva bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Kakoullis throws a shot from downtown. Silva moves away and avoids it.
Silva throws a looping overhand right but Kakoullis ducks down to avoid it.
Kakoullis connects with a body shot that sends Silva's belly button to the back.
Kakoullis gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Silva.
Silva tries to clinch but Kakoullis moves away
and Kakoullis counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Silva throws a right and a left that Kakoullis avoids nicely.
Kakoullis blocks a jab.
Silva throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Silva works the jab nicely.#CUT2#
It looks like Sotiris Kakoullis has been cut.#T3#
Silva throws a leg kick
and Kakoullis counters with a stiff right hand.
Kakoullis jabs Silva right on the nose. Silva blinks but takes it well.
Kakoullis uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Silva has time to react.#ROC#
Silva is rocked!
Silva feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Kakoulliss jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Silva is still on wobbly legs! Can Kakoullis finish him?
Silva throws a body kick that misses.
Silva seems to have recovered his senses.
Silva loads up on a big right hand but Kakoullis slips the punch.
Silva slips under a jab.
Silva looks to land a right hand but Kakoullis moved out of range.
Silva ducks under a wild hook from Kakoullis.
Silva staying out of range there.
Silva looks to land a combination but Kakoullis avoids it well.
Silva misses with a lunging right hand
letting Kakoullis counter with a right hand.
Silva fails with an attempt to clinch.
Kakoullis thows a left - swing and a miss!
Silva tries to counter by closing the distance.
Kakoullis misses with an uppercut.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Silva! But no joy.#T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Silva misses with a left hand
and Kakoullis counters with a nice uppercut.
Kakoullis drops Silva with a huge uppercut! Silva drops to the floor like a sack of potatoes. Kakoullis is raining down punches and the ref stops the fight! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:12 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Sotiris Kakoullis!

Event: EFC Panda vs Takeishi
Date: Aug 03, 2019

#R1#
Kakoullis swings for the body but Dundee moves out of range.
Dundee lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Dundee lands a leg kick that knocks Kakoullis off balance momentarily.
Kakoullis takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Dundee takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Kakoullis jabs Dundee to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Dundee takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Dundee wants to slow Kakoullis down by chopping away at his legs.
Dundee throws a poor cross that misses
and Kakoullis connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Dundee fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Some wild striking there from Kakoullis.
Mick Dundee seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Dundee misses with a low kick.
Dundee takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Dundee throws the left hand but Kakoullis avoids the punch easily.
Kakoullis seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Kakoullis keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Kakoullis was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.#T1#
Kakoullis ducks under a wild hook from Dundee.
Dundee throws a solid leg kick but Kakoullis takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Dundee.
Kakoullis scores with a nice right hand.
Dundee tried to score with a low kick but Kakoullis checks it.
Dundee lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Kakoullis at a distance.
Kakoullis misses with a body punch
and Dundee connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A big right from Kakoullis misses.
Dundee comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Dundee digs a good hook to Kakoullis's body.
A low kick from Dundee misses
and Kakoullis counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Dundee throws a nice inside leg kick.
Dundee is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A nice leg kick lands there from Dundee.
Dundee scores with a hook.
Dundee lands with a right hand.
Dundee connects with an inside leg kick.#T2#
Kakoullis avoids the body shot from Dundee.
Kakoullis chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Dundee can pounce on him.
Dundee swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Dundee just misses with a punch to the body.
Dundee misses with an uppercut.
Dundee looks to score with a jab to the body but Kakoullis is just out of range.
Kakoullis uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Dundee.
Kakoullis is looking to counter punch.
Dundee throws a series of punches but Kakoullis avoids them all with ease.
Kakoullis was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Dundee tries to close the distance and clinch up but Kakoullis swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Jab by Kakoullis.
A swing and a miss from Dundee.
Kakoullis is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Dundee fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.#CL2#
Dundee takes the fight into the clinch.
Kakoullis tries to stall but Dundee uses the opportunity to gain a better position. #T3#
Dundee goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Dundee lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A hook to the body from Dundee.
Dundee lands a left hand.
A nice right hand lands inside from Kakoullis.
Dundee misses with a punch to the body.
Kakoullis misses with a hook to the ribs.
Dundee tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kakoullis's elbow.
Kakoullis lands a hook to the side of the head.
Dundee lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Kakoullis backwards.
Dundee is working Kakoullis over against the cage.
Dundee working aggressively here.
Kakoullis lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Dundee backwards.
Kakoullis lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Kakoullis misses with a short punch on the inside.
Dundee working some nice short punches in the clinch.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Kakoullis prevents a body shot from Dundee.
Dundee lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Kakoullis or not.
Kakoullis lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #BC#
Kakoullis breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Dundee scores with a decent looking hook.
Dundee tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.#T4#
Dundee changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Dundee connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Kakoullis momentarily.
Dundee throws a leg kick but Kakoullis sees it coming and moves out of range.
Dundee thumps Kakoullis with a low kick.
Dundee misses with a body shot.
Dundee scores with a shot to the body.
Kakoullis thows a left - swing and a miss!
Dundee tries to land a leg kick but Kakoullis saw it coming and moves away.
A little feinted left hand from Kakoullis on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Dundee throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Kakoullis connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kakoullis throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Dundee sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Kakoullis sets himself, and Dundee steps forward looking for the clinch! Kakoullis avoids it this time.
Kakoullis ducks under a wild hook from Dundee.
Dundee fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kakoullis manages to avoid it.
Dundee ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kakoullis moves away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mick Dundee dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Kakoullis lands with a hook. Dundee tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Kakoullis connects with a nice looking jab.
Kakoullis looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Good shot there by Dundee.
Mick Dundee seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Dundee throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kakoullis scores with a jab. Dundee acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Dundee fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kakoullis manages to avoid it.
Dundee throws a hook but Kakoullis blocks it.
Dundee takes one to the chin there.
Jab by Kakoullis.
Dundee tries to clinch but Kakoullis moves out of range.
Dundee scores with a punch to the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A nice combination there by Dundee.
Dundee moves forwards but Kakoullis connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Kakoullis misses with a looping right.#T1#
Dundee buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Kakoullis is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Dundee tries to score with a low kick but Kakoullis moves his leg out of the way.
A bone on bone clash there as Kakoullis blocks the leg kick.
It looked like Kakoullis was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Dundee.
Kakoullis tries to move into range but Dundee moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Dundee pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Nice uppercut there from Dundee.
Dundee falls off balance throwing a combination
enabling Kakoullis to counter with a crisp jab.
Dundee loads up on a big right hand but Kakoullis slips the punch.
Kakoullis throws a body shot but no joy.
Kakoullis wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Dundee looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Kakoullis ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Dundee moves away.
Dundee throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Dundee throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#T2#
Dundee tries to clinch up.
Dundee scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Kakoullis throws a looping overhand right but Dundee ducks down to avoid it.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kakoullis tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Kakoullis works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Dundee fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Kakoullis checks it well.
Dundee lands a jab to Kakoullis's midsection.
Dundee throws a body punch but Kakoullis moves out of range.
Kakoullis has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Dundee.
Dundee has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Dundee tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Kakoullis counters with a straight right hand.
Dundee misses with a left hand
and Kakoullis counters with a stiff right hand.
A telegraphed right hand from Kakoullis misses the target.
Dundee flicks out a counter leg kick but Kakoullis steps away.
Left hook, right uppercut from Dundee.
Dundee scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Dundee misses with a low kick. #T3#
Kakoullis takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure. #CL2#
Dundee has Kakoullis up against the cage in a clinch.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Dundee in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off.
Dundee tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Dundee misses with a hook from the clinch.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Kakoullis creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Dundee lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Kakoullis backwards.
Kakoullis pushes Dundee back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Dundee misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kakoullis blocks an uppercut.
Kakoullis blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Kakoullis prevents a body shot from Dundee.
Kakoullis doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kakoullis tries to work over Dundee's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Dundee tries to throw a body punch but Kakoullis avoids it by throwing Dundee back against the cage.
Dundee tries a body shot but Kakoullis blocks it.
Kakoullis prevents a body shot from Dundee.
Dundee tries a body shot but Kakoullis blocks it.
A body shot lands from Dundee.
Kakoullis misses with a punch to the body. #T4#
Dundee lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Kakoullis throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Dundees head.
Mick Dundee seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Dundee lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Dundee throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Kakoulliss head.
Kakoullis stalling in the clinch but Dundee improves position.
Kakoullis pushes Dundee back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Dundee doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Dundee throws a punch but it's blocked by Kakoullis.
Dundee digs a right hand underneath Kakoullis's ribcage. Kakoullis let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Dundee lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Kakoullis throws a head punch that misses.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Kakoullis prevents a body shot from Dundee.
Kakoullis is trying to stall.
Dundee misses with some punches.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#BC#
Kakoullis breaks from the clinch.
Dundee throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Kakoullis counters with a two punch combo.
Dundee loads up on a big right hand but Kakoullis slips the punch.
Dundee scores with a hook.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mick Dundee showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Dundee displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kakoullis throws out the jab.
Kakoullis dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Dundee cracks Kakoullis with a good jab.
Kakoullis fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Dundee misses with a body shot.
Kakoullis was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Dundee lands a lovely overhand right.
Dundee digs a good hook to Kakoullis's body.
A jab from Kakoullis finds it's way through Dundee's defenses.
A swing and a miss from Kakoullis.
Dundee tries to close the distance and clinch but Kakoullis swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kakoullis throws out a loose jab but Dundee uses good head movement to avoid it.
Dundee lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Dundee attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Dundee throws a sloppy body shot
enabling Kakoullis to counter with a crisp jab.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Dundee keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kakoullis.#T1#
Dundee throws a body punch but Kakoullis moves out of range.
Dundee keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kakoullis.
Dundee tests Kakoullis's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Dundee fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kakoullis manages to avoid it.
Kakoullis was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Kakoullis throws a right hand that Dundee ducks under and follows up with a left that Dundee also avoids with ease.
A little jabbing left from Dundee on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Dundee wants to clinch.
A nice leg kick lands there from Dundee.
Kakoullis lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Kakoullis throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Dundee connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Kakoullis's hands.#T2#
Dundee clobbers Kakoullis with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Dundee comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Dundee misses with a shot to the body
and Kakoullis counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Kakoullis listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Dundee throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Sloppy strikes from Dundee. Those never looked like landing.
A quick step to the side and Kakoullis tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Dundee fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kakoullis manages to avoid it.
Dundee wants to clinch but Kakoullis slips to the side
and Kakoullis counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Dundee has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Dundee cracks Kakoullis with a right hand to the side of the head.
Dundee jabs at Kakoullis's body.
Kakoullis blocks a low kick nicely.
Kakoullis misses with a looping right.
A nice side step and Dundee releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Dundee lands with a thumping leg kick.
Mick Dundee is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T3#
Dundee is looking to slow Kakoullis down with leg kicks.
A low kick from Dundee is predictable there
and Kakoullis counters with a nice uppercut.
Dundee slips a straight right by Kakoullis.
Dundee throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Dundee jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kakoullis is looking to counter punch.
Kakoullis throws a hook to the side of Dundee's head but Dundee sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Dundee lands a leg kick that knocks Kakoullis off balance momentarily.
Sotiris Kakoullis has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Dundee throws a nice inside leg kick.
Dundee with a hook.
Dundee tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Kakoullis counters with a stiff right hand.
Nice jab there from Dundee.
Kakoullis takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
A telegraphed right hand from Dundee misses the target.
Dundee takes one on the chin but seems OK. #T4#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Kakoullis throws a series of punches but Dundee avoids them all with ease.
Kakoullis misses with an uppercut.
Dundee scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Dundee thumps Kakoullis with a low kick.#CL2#
Dundee clinches up against the cage.
Dundee blocks an uppercut.
Kakoullis misses with a hook from the clinch.
Kakoullis can't find room to land a body shot as Dundee controls the action.
Dundee misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kakoullis lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Dundee takes a shot to the head.
Kakoullis misses with the head strike.
Kakoullis is leaning against Dundee and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Dundee takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Kakoullis working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Kakoullis misses with a shot to the kidneys.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Mick Dundee.
Well Dundee has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 27:30
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 27:30
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 28:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mick Dundee!
Mick Dundee spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant.

Event: Syn 595
Date: Sep 15, 2018

#R1#
Robinson looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
A looping hook to the body misses from Robinson. Kakoullis does a little dance to reset his feet.
Robinson getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Kakoullis staying out of range there.
Robinson moves out of range of the body kick from Kakoullis.
Robinson ducks under a wild hook from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis looks for the body kick but Robinson saw that one coming.
Kakoullis avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Kakoullis has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Gym Beam in the buildup to the fight.#CL2#
Robinson moves into the clinch successfully.
Robinson tries to work over Kakoullis's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Robinson tries to throw a body punch but Kakoullis avoids it by throwing Robinson back against the cage.
Kakoullis tries to throw a body punch but Robinson avoids it by throwing Kakoullis back against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kakoullis blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Robinson works on Kakoullis's body with a couple of short punches.
A left hand lands to the body for Robinson.
Kakoullis is trying to maintain a safe position but Robinson gets an underhook and turns Kakoullis into the cage.
Robinson doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kakoullis is trying to force a seperation but Robinson has the dominant position.#T1#
Kakoullis misses with a punch to the body.
Robinson blocks a body shot from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis blocks a body shot from Robinson.
A short right from Robinson. #CUT2#
It looks like Sotiris Kakoullis has been cut.
Robinson misses with a hook to the ribs.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kakoullis.
Robinson swings wildly with an uppercut but Kakoullis uses good head movement to avoid it.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kakoullis.
Robinson blocks a body shot from Kakoullis.
Robinson prevents a body shot from Kakoullis.
Robinson prevents a body shot from Kakoullis.
Robinson scores with a hook to the body.
Robinson throws a punch but it's blocked by Kakoullis.
Robinson misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Robinson blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Kakoullis fails to land.
Robinson misses with a hook from the clinch.
A short right from Robinson. #T2#
Kakoullis misses with the head strike.
Robinson can't find room to land a body shot as Kakoullis controls the action.
Kakoullis looking to stall.
Kakoullis blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Robinson misses with the head strike.
A head punch on the inside from Robinson fails to land.
Robinson lands a shoulder strike.
Robinson softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kakoullis blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Kakoullis misses with a hook to the ribs.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kakoullis.
Robinson blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Kakoullis is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Kakoullis with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Robinson doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kakoullis is trying to push Robinson away but Robinson has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
A short body shot lands from Kakoullis as the two fighters clinch. #T3#
Nice body punch from Robinson.
Kakoullis misses with a hook from the clinch.
Kakoullis tries a body shot but Robinson blocks it.
A left hand lands to the body for Robinson.
Kakoullis misses with a knee to the head.
Robinson tries to work over Kakoullis's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Kakoullis blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Kakoullis throws a head punch that misses.
Kakoullis throws a punch but it's blocked by Robinson.
Kakoullis lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Kakoullis tries to throw a body punch but Robinson avoids it by throwing Kakoullis back against the cage.
Robinson lands with a right to the head.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Robinson creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Robinson misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Robinson lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Kakoullis tries to work over Robinson's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Kakoullis throws a punch but it's blocked by Robinson.
Kakoullis misses with a shot to the kidneys. #T4#
Kakoullis misses with a short punch on the inside.
Kakoullis swings wildly with an uppercut but Robinson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Robinson struggles to land a body shot inside as Kakoullis controls his hands.
Kakoullis tries a body shot but Robinson blocks it.
Kakoullis lands with a short head shot on the inside.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Robinson throws a punch but it's blocked by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Robinson tries a body shot but Kakoullis blocks it.
Robinson lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A short left from Kakoullis.
Robinson fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Robinson doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kakoullis.
Robinson blocks a body shot from Kakoullis.
Robinson tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Robinson tries to throw a body punch but Kakoullis avoids it by throwing Robinson back against the cage.
Kakoullis tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Robinson's elbow.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ja Wuan Robinson dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Sotiris Kakoullis's cut.
That's time! Kakoullis's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Robinson is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Kakoullis connects with an inside leg kick.
Robinson has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Kakoullis lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Robinson throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Robinson throws a sloppy head kick and Kakoullis moves out of range easily.
Kakoullis throws a half hearted mid kick.
Robinson misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Kakoullis lands with a kick to the ribs.
Robinson's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Kakoullis connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Robinson scrambles back to his feet.
Robinson throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kakoullis misses with a leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Robinson throws a sloppy head kick and Kakoullis moves out of range easily.
Kakoullis pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Robinson connects with a right hand. Kakoullis shakes it off.
Kakoullis throws the left hand but Robinson avoids the punch easily.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kakoullis throws a hook but Robinson blocks it.
Robinson displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kakoullis throws out the jab. #T1#
Robinson throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Kakoullis throws a solid leg kick but Robinson takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Kakoullis.
Kakoullis is looking to slow Robinson down with leg kicks.
Kakoullis has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Kakoullis there as he acknowledges the shot.
Robinson looks to throw the jab but Kakoullis is out of range.
Robinson takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Kakoullis will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Robinson takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Kakoullis thows a body kick. Robinson tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Robinson avoids the body shot from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Robinson.
Kakoullis steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Robinson.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kakoullis throws a leg kick but Robinson moved away.#T2#
Robinson just misses with a punch to the body.
Kakoullis avoids the body shot from Robinson.
Kakoullis misses with an uppercut.
Kakoullis throws a push kick but Robinson slaps the foot to one side.
Robinson looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Robinson. Kakoullis does a little dance to reset his feet.
Robinson throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Kakoullis throws a quick counter kick to the body but Robinson avoids it.
Robinson looks to land a right hand but Kakoullis moved out of range.
Kakoullis misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Robinson.
Robinson checks the leg kick nicely there.
Kakoullis avoids the body shot from Robinson.
Kakoullis avoids the body shot from Robinson.
Robinson lands a body shot.
Kakoullis pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Robinson cracks Kakoullis with a good jab.
Kakoullis throws a head kick that misses. #T3#
Kakoullis with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Kakoullis misses with a straight left.
Kakoullis pivots, looking for a leg kick but Robinson is out of range and Kakoullis settles back down.
Sotiris Kakoullis is winning the standup battle so far.
Robinson lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Kakoullis at a distance. #CL2#
Robinson darts in and clinches Kakoullis up against the cage.
Robinson tries a body shot but Kakoullis blocks it.
Robinson lands with a right to the head.
Kakoullis stalling in the clinch.
Robinson misses with a punch on the inside.
Robinson throws a head punch that misses.
Robinson misses with a punch to the body.
Robinson tries a body shot but Kakoullis blocks it.
Robinson struggles to land a body shot inside as Kakoullis controls his hands.
Robinson can't find room to land a body shot as Kakoullis controls the action.
Kakoullis misses with a short punch on the inside.
Robinson misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kakoullis misses with a short punch on the inside. #T4#
Kakoullis lands with a left to the head.
Kakoullis has a couple of punches blocked by Robinson.
Kakoullis tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Robinson's elbow.
Robinson doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kakoullis throws a head punch that misses.
Nice body punch from Robinson.
Kakoullis blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kakoullis goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Ja Wuan Robinson seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Robinson fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kakoullis misses with a short punch on the inside.
Robinson tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Kakoullis blocking some punches.
Kakoullis throws a punch but it's blocked by Robinson.
A head punch on the inside from Robinson fails to land.
Kakoullis blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Kakoullis misses with the head strike.
Kakoullis misses with some punches.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Sotiris Kakoullis will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Sotiris Kakoullis's cut.
That's time! Kakoullis's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
No joy there for Kakoullis, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Kakoullis's jab looks to have found its range, popping Robinson under the eye.
Kakoullis avoids the body shot from Robinson.
Kakoullis throws a leg kick
and Kakoullis takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Robinson missing with a left hand there. Kakoullis was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Kakoullis is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Robinson.
Kakoullis swats away the attempt to clinch by Robinson.
Kakoullis scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Kakoullis throws the left hand but Robinson avoids the punch easily.#CL2#
Kakoullis gets tackled into the cage by Robinson. Robinson maintains the clinch.
Robinson gets through Kakoullis's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Robinson misses with a punch to the body.
Robinson goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Robinson scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Robinson digs a right hand into Kakoullis's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Kakoullis's gas tank. #T1#
Robinson misses with a punch on the inside.
Stalling in the clinch from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis can't find room to land a body shot as Robinson controls the action.
Robinson misses with some punches.
Kakoullis working aggressively here.
Robinson stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Kakoullis misses with a punch on the inside.
Robinson lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Kakoullis.
Robinson misses with a hook to the ribs.
Robinson throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Kakoulliss head.
Robinson lands a right hand.
A head punch on the inside from Kakoullis fails to land.
Robinson can't find room to land a body shot as Kakoullis controls the action.
Robinson swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Robinson misses with a body punch.
Robinson prevents a body shot from Kakoullis.
A short uppercut from Robinson. #CUT2#
Sotiris Kakoullis's cut is getting worse.#T2#
Robinson blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Come on Kakoullis - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
A right hook to the body lands for Robinson.
Robinson lands a left hand.
Kakoullis's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A short right from Robinson on the inside.
Robinson lands a body punch.
Robinson lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Robinson tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kakoullis's elbow.
Kakoullis tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Robinson throws a head punch that misses.
Kakoullis tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Robinson's elbow.
A short left from Robinson.
Kakoullis swings wildly with an uppercut but Robinson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Robinson blocks an uppercut. #T3#
Robinson blocks an uppercut.
Robinson tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Kakoullis takes a shot to the head.
Robinson lands a right hand.
Robinson misses with a short punch on the inside.
Kakoullis misses with the head strike.
Robinson swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Robinson pushes Kakoullis back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Kakoullis's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Robinson misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Robinson gets through Kakoullis's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Robinson lands a right hand.
A right hand to the body from Robinson.
Robinson makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Robinson misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Robinson goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Robinson working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.#CUT2#
Sotiris Kakoullis's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.#T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kakoullis is trying to maintain a safe position but Robinson gets an underhook and turns Kakoullis into the cage.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Robinson goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A short body shot lands from Robinson as the two fighters clinch.
Robinson digs a right hand underneath Kakoullis's ribcage. Kakoullis let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Robinson pushes Kakoullis back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Robinson creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Kakoullis misses with a hook to the ribs.
Robinson swings wildly with an uppercut but Kakoullis uses good head movement to avoid it.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Robinson.
Robinson lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
A head punch on the inside from Robinson fails to land.
Robinson makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Robinson misses with a body punch.
Robinson scores with a hook to the body.

And that's the end of the fight!
Ja Wuan Robinson comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Robinson has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 28:29
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 28:30
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ja Wuan Robinson!
Ja Wuan Robinson seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: Syn 591
Date: Aug 19, 2018

#R1#
Kakoullis scores with a leg kick.
Kakoullis swings away with a leg kick that misses.
A jab lands there for Kakoullis.
Chikatchawan connects with a body shot.
Chikatchawan feints and then cracks Kakoullis's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Kakoullis down.
Kakoullis fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Chikatchawan.
Chikatchawan misses with a body shot.
Kakoullis tries to land a front kick but Chikatchawan steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Chikatchawan is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Kakoullis misses with a left hand
and Chikatchawan counters with a straight right hand.#CUT#
It looks like Sotiris Kakoullis has been cut.
Chikatchawan looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Kakoullis misses with a kick to the body.
Kakoullis blocks the body kick.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Kakoullis.
Chikatchawan uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kakoullis.
An attempted straight right counter from Chikatchawan misses the target.
Kakoullis has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Chikatchawan on the wrong end of a nice jab.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Chikatchawan uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kakoullis.#T1#
Kakoullis scores with a hook to the body. Chikatchawan takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Chikatchawan misses the shot to the body.
Kakoullis throws a leg kick that misses.
A head kick misses from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis misses with a wild body shot.
Chikatchawan jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Chikatchawan waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kakoullis.
Kakoullis throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Kakoullis closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Kakoullis takes a swing at Chikatchawan's ribcage but misses.
Sotiris Kakoullis seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kakoullis pulls out of a head kick attempt.
It looked like Chikatchawan wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Chikatchawan throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #KD#
Oooooh!!! Chikatchawan has knocked Kakoullis down with a huge combo! Chikatchawan steps away and waves a wobbly Kakoullis back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kakoullis throws a big shot that misses.#T2#
Chikatchawan misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kakoullis.
Chikatchawan throws a jab when Kakoullis was well out of range.
Kakoullis is looking to chop away at Chikatchawan's legs.
A bone on bone clash there as Kakoullis blocks the leg kick.
Chikatchawan lands a really nice looking cross but Kakoullis seems unphased. #CUT#
That has opened up Sotiris Kakoullis's cut even more.
Chikatchawan throws a hook to the side of Kakoullis's head but Kakoullis sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kakoullis swings for the body but Chikatchawan moves out of range.
Kakoullis misses with a body kick.
Chikatchawan ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kakoullis moves away.
Chikatchawan lands a nice looking body kick.
Chikatchawan ducks right into an uppercut from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis blocks a low kick nicely.
Kakoullis misses the jab.
It looked like Chikatchawan was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Kakoullis.#T3#
Kakoullis takes a swing at Chikatchawan's ribcage but misses.
Kakoullis misses with a kick to the body #CL#
and Chikatchawan counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Chikatchawan lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Chikatchawan working aggressively here.
A short left from Chikatchawan.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Still in the clinch, Chikatchawan scores with a nice short uppercut.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kakoullis. #BC2#
Kakoullis breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Kakoullis misses with a hook
and Chikatchawan counters with a nice body kick.
Chikatchawan swings for the body but Kakoullis moves out of range.
Chikatchawan jabbing away but nothing is landing.
That kick from Chikatchawan tenderised Kakoullis's leg. Kakoullis is trying to keep his angry face on.
Chikatchawan dips to his left and cracks Kakoullis with an uppercut!
Kakoullis looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
As Kakoullis backs away, Chikatchawan returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.#T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kakoullis lands with a shot to the body.
Kakoullis rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Chikatchawan connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CUT#
The cut above Sotiris Kakoullis's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Kakoullis throws out a powerful jab.
Kakoullis misses with a head kick.
Kakoullis avoids a kick to the body.
Kakoullis throws a right and a left that Chikatchawan avoids nicely.
A jab from Kakoullis misses.
A big right from Chikatchawan misses.
Kakoullis looks to land a body kick but Chikatchawan moved away.
A jab from Kakoullis misses.
Kakoullis misses with a hook
letting Chikatchawan counter with a right hand.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A telegraphed right hand from Kakoullis misses the target.
Kakoullis connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Tsoko Chikatchawan dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Sotiris Kakoullis's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Kakoullis throws a wild body kick that Chikatchawan sees coming a mile off.
Kakoullis misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Chikatchawan pivots, looking for a leg kick but Kakoullis is out of range and Chikatchawan settles back down.
Chikatchawan moves out of range as Kakoullis throws a body kick.
Chikatchawan keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kakoullis connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Kakoullis misses with a body shot.
Kakoullis misses with a kick to the body.
A big right from Chikatchawan misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chikatchawan ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Kakoullis connects with an inside leg kick.
Kakoullis has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Chikatchawan.
A decent looking cross lands there for Chikatchawan.
Chikatchawan throws a jab but it's blocked by Kakoullis. #T1#
Chikatchawan blocks a head kick by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis misses with a body kick.
A swing and a miss from Chikatchawan.
Chikatchawan scores with a push kick.
Kakoullis is breathing heavily.
Kakoullis throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Chikatchawan dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Chikatchawan lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Chikatchawan catches Kakoullis with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Chikatchawan throws a jab when Kakoullis was well out of range.
Chikatchawan scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Chikatchawan works Kakoullis's body with a nice hook.
Kakoullis blocks a leg kick.
Kakoullis is looking for the big counter here.
Kakoullis throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. #T2#
Kakoullis gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Chikatchawan finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Chikatchawan cracks Kakoullis with a right hand to the side of the head.#CUT#
Sotiris Kakoullis's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.

The referee calls the doctor in to look at Sotiris Kakoullis's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:19 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Tsoko Chikatchawan!
Tsoko Chikatchawan looked relieved post fight as he said the following; 'Thank you Sotiris, it was an honour.'.

Event: Syn 588
Date: Jul 27, 2018

#R1#
Kakoullis on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Tyrone Jones bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Tyrone Jones is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Tyrone Jones scores with a sloppy right hand. Kakoullis should have avoided that one.
Kakoullis pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Kakoullis scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Tyrone Jones throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Tyrone Jones tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Kakoullis moves out of range as Tyrone Jones strikes.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Tyrone Jones has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Tyrone Jones throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
A punch combination from Tyrone Jones misses.
Kakoullis is looking to land body kicks.
Tyrone Jones waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kakoullis.
Tyrone Jones cracks Kakoullis with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Tyrone Jones blocks a jab.
Tyrone Jones swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Kakoullis.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kakoullis lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Tyrone Jones swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Kakoullis tries to land a front kick but Tyrone Jones steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Tyrone Jones tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Tyrone Jones swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kakoullis was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Kakoullis misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones misses with a straight left.
Kakoullis misses with a looping right.
Kakoullis keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #T1#
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis throws a body kick that misses.
Kakoullis swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tyrone Jones checks the leg kick nicely there.
Kakoullis walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Kakoullis lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Tyrone Jones at a distance.
Tyrone Jones swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tyrone Jones lands a jab-cross combination.
Kakoullis defending well as Tyrone Jones loads up on a big left hand.
Tyrone Jones takes a swing at Kakoullis's ribcage but misses.
A quick step to the side and Kakoullis tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kakoullis feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Tyrone Jones's calf.
Tyrone Jones fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kakoullis manages to avoid it.
Kakoullis looks to score with a jab to the body but Tyrone Jones is just out of range.
Kakoullis moves out of range as Tyrone Jones strikes.
Sotiris Kakoullis is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Tyrone Jones keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kakoullis throws a jab when Tyrone Jones was well out of range.
Kakoullis moves away from the strike by Tyrone Jones.
Kakoullis takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Kakoullis is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight.
Tyrone Jones tries to clinch but Kakoullis is having none of it.
Tyrone Jones thows a leg kick but Kakoullis checks it
and Kakoullis counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T2#
Kakoullis takes one on the button.
Tyrone Jones misses the shot to the body.
Kakoullis misses with an attempted mid kick.
Nice shot lands for Tyrone Jones.
Kakoullis avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Kakoullis throws a looping overhand right but Tyrone Jones ducks down to avoid it.
Tyrone Jones scores with a punch to the head.
Kakoullis moves out of range of the strikes.
Kakoullis lands a glancing blow to the side of Tyrone Jones's head.
Kakoullis bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Kakoullis throws a body punch but Tyrone Jones moves out of range.
Tyrone Jones has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Kakoullis.
Tyrone Jones lands a slapping body shot.
Kakoullis catches Tyrone Jones with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Tyrone Jones swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tyrone Jones takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Tyrone Jones throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kakoullis lands with an overhand left.
Tyrone Jones sizes up Kakoullis with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Russell Tyrone Jones seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T3#
Kakoullis throws a sloppy head kick and Tyrone Jones moves out of range easily.
Tyrone Jones tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Tyrone Jones is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Kakoullis had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
Kakoullis throws a half hearted mid kick.
Tyrone Jones just misses with a punch to the body.
A little feinted left hand from Kakoullis on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Kakoullis throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Tyrone Jones with the counter takedown but Kakoullis avoids it easily.
Tyrone Jones ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kakoullis moves away.
Tyrone Jones throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Kakoullis lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.#CL2#
Tyrone Jones has Kakoullis up against the cage in a clinch.
Tyrone Jones taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Tyrone Jones.
Kakoullis working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Kakoullis working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Tyrone Jones misses with some punches.
A short left from Kakoullis.
Tyrone Jones lands a hook to the side of the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kakoullis scores with a shot to the side of Tyrone Jones's head.
Kakoullis blocks an uppercut.
Kakoullis blocking some punches.
Kakoullis working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.#T4##BC#
Kakoullis breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Tyrone Jones scores with a body shot.
Kakoullis lands a head shot.
Tyrone Jones throws a jab when Kakoullis was well out of range.
Kakoullis thinks about countering with a body kick.
A good leg kick by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Kakoullis misses with an attempted mid kick.
Kakoullis avoids the body shot from Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones slips under a jab from Kakoullis.
Tyrone Jones misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Tyrone Jones lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Kakoullis swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Tyrone Jones will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kakoullis throws a low kick, looking for Tyrone Jones's leg but Tyrone Jones calmly moves out of range.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Kakoullis.
And Tyrone Jones tries to counter it with a takedown but Kakoullis pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Kakoullis is looking to slow Tyrone Jones down with leg kicks.
Tyrone Jones throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Kakoullis ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tyrone Jones moves away.
Tyrone Jones with the counter takedown but Kakoullis avoids it easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Russell Tyrone Jones will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Kakoullis will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Tyrone Jones fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kakoullis manages to avoid it.
Tyrone Jones throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kakoullis sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Tyrone Jones throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Kakoullis swats away the attempt to clinch by Tyrone Jones.
A good leg kick by Kakoullis.
Tyrone Jones tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
A telegraphed right hand from Tyrone Jones misses the target.
Tyrone Jones connects with a body shot that sends Kakoullis's belly button to the back.
Tyrone Jones avoids a kick to the body.
Tyrone Jones chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Tyrone Jones misses the jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tyrone Jones throws a jab but it's blocked by Kakoullis.
Tyrone Jones will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Russell Tyrone Jones seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Kakoullis cracks the inside of Tyrone Jones's front leg.
Tyrone Jones throws a body shot but no joy.
Tyrone Jones misses with an uppercut.
Tyrone Jones looks to score with a jab to the body but Kakoullis is just out of range.#T1#
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Kakoullis - that will leave a mark!
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Tyrone Jones, as that shot connected.
Kakoullis throws a chopping leg kick but Tyrone Jones manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
A solid leg kick lands there for Tyrone Jones.
Kakoullis goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Tyrone Jones throws a poor cross that misses
and Kakoullis counters with an outside leg kick.
Tyrone Jones wants to slow Kakoullis down by chopping away at his legs.
Kakoullis throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Tyrone Jones scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Tyrone Jones looks to land a left hand but Kakoullis moved out of range nicely.
Kakoullis is looking to counter with a body kick.
Tyrone Jones throws a series of punches but Kakoullis moves out of range.
It appears Kakoullis was looking to counter with a kick there.
Tyrone Jones ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kakoullis steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches. #CL2#
Tyrone Jones rushes Kakoullis and presses him up against the cage.
Kakoullis swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tyrone Jones pushes Kakoullis back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kakoullis fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kakoullis blocks a body shot from Tyrone Jones.
Kakoullis's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#T2#
Tyrone Jones tries a body shot but Kakoullis blocks it.
Kakoullis takes a shot to the head.
Tyrone Jones can't find room to land a body shot as Kakoullis controls the action.
Kakoullis stalling in the clinch but Tyrone Jones improves position.
Tyrone Jones tries a body shot but Kakoullis blocks it.
Tyrone Jones stalling in the clinch.
Tyrone Jones misses with a body punch. #TD2#
Tyrone Jones has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Kakoullis uses from the top position.
Tyrone Jones looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB2#
Tyrone Jones is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Kakoullis is aware though and is defending well.
Tyrone Jones looking to control.
Tyrone Jones looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Kakoullis puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard. #SUB2#
Tyrone Jones actively working from the bottom here.
Tyrone Jones wants to get back to full guard but Kakoullis has mounted him!
Kakoullis controlling from the full mount.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Kakoullis's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Tyrone Jones slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Kakoullis works his foot free and advances to mount.
Tyrone Jones is wriggling around trying to escape.
Tyrone Jones keeps trying to improve his position.
Tyrone Jones is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Kakoullis controlling his opponent.
Tyrone Jones is looking to improve his position but Kakoullis isn't that keen on the idea.
Tyrone Jones is still trying to improve position.#T4#
Kakoullis looking to control and managing it successfully.
Tyrone Jones working to try and regain half guard.
Kakoullis controlling from the full mount.
Kakoullis tries to control but Tyrone Jones wriggling away.
Tyrone Jones is looking to improve his position but Kakoullis isn't that keen on the idea.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Russell Tyrone Jones showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R3#
Tyrone Jones digs a good body shot into Kakoullis's ribs.
Kakoullis cracks the inside of Tyrone Jones's front leg. #CL2#
Tyrone Jones closes the distance and clinches.
Kakoullis lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Kakoullis looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Tyrone Jones stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Tyrone Jones misses with a short punch on the inside.
Tyrone Jones swings wildly with an uppercut but Kakoullis uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kakoullis being controlled against the cage.
Kakoullis prevents a body shot from Tyrone Jones.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tyrone Jones is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Kakoullis is keeping busy.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Kakoullis.
Tyrone Jones is looking to control Kakoullis's arms but Kakoullis gets an underhook and turns him. Now Tyrone Jones has his back to the cage.
Kakoullis lands a nice uppercut.#T1#
Kakoullis misses with a shot to the kidneys.
The step up in weight doesn't seem to be a problem for Tyrone Jones. He's performing admirably here against the bigger man.
Tyrone Jones misses with a punch on the inside.
Kakoullis blocking some punches.
Tyrone Jones pushes Kakoullis back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Tyrone Jones misses with a hook from the clinch.
Tyrone Jones tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kakoullis's elbow.
A hook to the body from Tyrone Jones.
Russell Tyrone Jones seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Tyrone Jones misses with a punch to the body.
Kakoullis doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tyrone Jones fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Tyrone Jones tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kakoullis blocks a body shot from Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones lands with a short head shot on the inside. #CUT2#
It looks like Sotiris Kakoullis has been cut.
A right hook to the body lands for Tyrone Jones.
A short left from Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Tyrone Jones lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Kakoullis misses with a punch to the body.
Tyrone Jones throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Kakoulliss head. #T2#
Tyrone Jones misses with a hook from the clinch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kakoullis throws a head punch that misses.
Kakoullis misses with a body punch.
Tyrone Jones tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kakoullis throws a punch but it's blocked by Tyrone Jones.
Kakoullis blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Kakoullis connects with a nasty looking knee right to Tyrone Jones's face. #CUT#
It looks like Russell Tyrone Jones has been cut.
Tyrone Jones lands a left hand that snaps the head of Kakoullis backwards.
Tyrone Jones misses with some punches.
Tyrone Jones lands a shoulder strike.
Tyrone Jones scores with a shoulder strike.
Tyrone Jones's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
A shot in the inside from Kakoullis.
Tyrone Jones swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kakoullis misses with some punches.
Tyrone Jones lands a shoulder strike.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kakoullis.
Kakoullis lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Tyrone Jones misses with some punches.
Tyrone Jones lands with a short head shot on the inside. #T3#
Kakoullis tries to land knees in the clinch but Tyrone Jones avoids the damage to the body.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
A head punch on the inside from Kakoullis fails to land.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kakoullis.
Tyrone Jones tries to throw a body punch but Kakoullis avoids it by throwing Tyrone Jones back against the cage.
Kakoullis throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Tyrone Joness head.
Tyrone Jones tries to throw a body punch but Kakoullis avoids it by throwing Tyrone Jones back against the cage.
Tyrone Jones misses with the head strike.
Tyrone Jones is trying to maintain a safe position but Kakoullis gets an underhook and turns Tyrone Jones into the cage.
Tyrone Jones working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
A body shot lands from Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones lands a nice shot to the body.
Tyrone Jones scores with a nice hook to the head.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Tyrone Jones doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Still in the clinch, Tyrone Jones scores with a nice short uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Tyrone Jones fails to land.
Tyrone Jones blocks a body shot from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis tries to work over Tyrone Jones's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #T4#
Kakoullis is trying to break the clinch but Tyrone Jones has him pressed against the cage.
Kakoullis takes a shot to the head.
A nice left hand lands by Kakoullis. #BC#
Kakoullis breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Tyrone Jones checks the leg kick nicely there.
Tyrone Jones catches Kakoullis with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Tyrone Jones throws a shot from downtown. Kakoullis moves away and avoids it.
Tyrone Jones with a jab.
Kakoullis finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Tyrone Jones is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Tyrone Jones lands with a shot to the body.
A slapping leg kick lands for Kakoullis.
Tyrone Jones ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Kakoullis throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Tyrone Jones tries to clinch up.
Tyrone Jones misses with a body shot.
Tyrone Jones moves out of range as Kakoullis throws a body kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Russell Tyrone Jones really dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R4#
Kakoullis misses with an uppercut.
Kakoullis misses the jab.
Tyrone Jones bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Tyrone Jones tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Tyrone Jones with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Tyrone Jones steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kakoullis.
Tyrone Jones ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kakoullis misses with a head kick.
Tyrone Jones misses with a low kick as Kakoullis jumps back.
Tyrone Jones throws a leg kick but Kakoullis sees it coming and moves out of range.
Jab by Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones throws a lazy uppercut
enabling Kakoullis to counter with a crisp jab.
Tyrone Jones lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Tyrone Jones connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Kakoullis thows a left - swing and a miss!
Tyrone Jones scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kakoullis bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Kakoullis throws a lazy right hand but Tyrone Jones sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Kakoullis jabbing away but nothing is landing. #T1#
Kakoullis throws the kick towards the body but Tyrone Jones avoids it.
Tyrone Jones scoring well with a low kick there.
Tyrone Jones uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Kakoullis has time to react.
Tyrone Jones scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Kakoullis doesn't seem bothered though.
Kakoullis defending well as Tyrone Jones loads up on a big left hand.
Tyrone Jones connects with a jab.
Kakoullis lands with a kick to the ribs.
Kakoullis throws a wild body kick that Tyrone Jones sees coming a mile off.
Tyrone Jones throws a leg kick
and Kakoullis counters with a stiff right hand.
Kakoullis swings for the body but Tyrone Jones moves out of range.
Kakoullis swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Kakoullis looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Tyrone Jones throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kakoullis throwing a counter right hand but Tyrone Jones manages to avoid it.
Kakoullis lands with a thumping leg kick.
A swing and a miss from Kakoullis.
Tyrone Jones throws a shot from downtown. Kakoullis moves away and avoids it.
Kakoullis attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Kakoullis misses the shot to the body.
Kakoullis takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie. #T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tyrone Jones lands a jab to Kakoullis's midsection.
Tyrone Jones smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Kakoullis checks a low kick from Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones scores with a jab to the jaw.
Tyrone Jones takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Kakoullis throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Kakoullis fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Kakoullis misses with a straight left.
Kakoullis throws the left hand but Tyrone Jones avoids the punch easily.
Tyrone Jones throws a jab when Kakoullis was well out of range.
Kakoullis slips a jab from Tyrone Jones.
A jab from Tyrone Jones does it's job there.
Nice takedown defense from Kakoullis. No joy for Tyrone Jones on that attempt.
Tyrone Jones tries to clinch up but Kakoullis circles away and keeps his distance.
Kakoullis misses with a wild body shot.
Kakoullis looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Kakoullis walks into a straight right hand from Tyrone Jones.#T3#
Tyrone Jones is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Tyrone Jones avoids a kick to the body.
Tyrone Jones misses with a straight right.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Tyrone Jones, right into the meat.
Kakoullis slips under a jab from Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones is looking to chop away at Kakoullis's legs.
Good shot there by Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Tyrone Jones looks to land a left hand but Kakoullis moved out of range nicely.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tyrone Jones. Kakoullis does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kakoullis throws a low kick but Tyrone Jones avoids it.
A jab from Tyrone Jones misses.
Kakoullis throws a big shot that misses.
Tyrone Jones walks into a left hand.
Tyrone Jones walks into a straight right hand from Kakoullis.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tyrone Jones. Kakoullis does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tyrone Jones moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.#T4#
Kakoullis slips a jab and a cross from Tyrone Jones.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A slow jab from Tyrone Jones misses its intended target.
Kakoullis uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones misses with a wild combination.
A solid leg kick lands there for Kakoullis.
Tyrone Jones changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
A jab from Tyrone Jones finds it's way through Kakoullis's defenses.
Tyrone Jones throws a series of punches but Kakoullis moves out of range.
Tyrone Jones throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Tyrone Jones motions for Kakoullis to come forward. Tyrone Jones throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Kakoullis takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Tyrone Jones dodges the punch combination from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis blocks a jab.
Tyrone Jones swings and misses with a hook to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Russell Tyrone Jones dominated that fourth round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R5#
Nice uppercut there from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis drops his hands momentarily and Tyrone Jones takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Tyrone Jones throws a body shot but no joy.
A solid leg kick lands there for Kakoullis.
Tyrone Jones thumps Kakoullis with a low kick.
A jab from Tyrone Jones misses.
Kakoullis looks to land a body kick but Tyrone Jones moved away.
A chopping leg kick lands by Tyrone Jones.
A swing and a miss from Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Tyrone Jones throws a big shot that misses.
Kakoullis moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Kakoullis gets caught napping as Tyrone Jones dives in and scores a takedown. Kakoullis manages to retain guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tyrone Jones preventing the sweep.
Kakoullis looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #T1#
Kakoullis wants to sweep but no luck.
Tyrone Jones forces his way into half guard.
Tyrone Jones scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Tyrone Jones sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Kakoullis defending well though.
Tyrone Jones thows a huge punch but Kakoullis dodges it nicely.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tyrone Jones throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Tyrone Jones working Kakoullis over with strikes.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Tyrone Jones lands a nice short elbow.
Tyrone Jones missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Sotiris Kakoullis has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Kakoullis avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Tyrone Jones.
Tyrone Jones trying to control from half guard but Kakoullis is working away.
Tyrone Jones is nestled in close to Kakoullis, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Tyrone Jones trying to pass the guard but Kakoullis defending well.
Kakoullis is not content to let Tyrone Jones control the position.
Tyrone Jones landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Tyrone Jones is pressing down on Kakoullis's thigh, looking to free his foot. Kakoullis is holding on for now.
Tyrone Jones wants to take a breather but Kakoullis is having none of it. #T3#
Tyrone Jones throwing shots but Kakoullis is blocking nicely.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Tyrone Jones connects with a nice short shot to Kakoullis's temple.
Kakoullis is staying active underneath Tyrone Jones, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Kakoullis is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Kakoullis looking for submissions off his back.
Russell Tyrone Jones has got the better of the ground game so far.
Tyrone Jones seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Tyrone Jones missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Tyrone Jones working Kakoullis over with strikes.
Kakoullis is looking for a sweep. Tyrone Jones is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T4#
Tyrone Jones is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Tyrone Jones raining down hammerfists from mount.
Tyrone Jones dominating with strikes here.#CUT2#
Sotiris Kakoullis's cut is getting worse.
Tyrone Jones postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Kakoullis looks a forlorn figure.
Tyrone Jones lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.#CUT2#
Sotiris Kakoullis's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Tyrone Jones postures up and connects with a big shot that has rocked Kakoullis badly. He's trying desperately to grab hold of Tyrone Jones around the waist but Tyrone Jones pushes him off and unloads with more strikes, forcing the referee to jump in and save him! Tyrone Jones is the winner by TKO! Tyrone Jones jumps onto the cage and shouts into the camera. "We did it momma!"

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 5, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Russell Tyrone Jones!
Russell Tyrone Jones is the new light heavyweight champion!
After the fight, Russell Tyrone Jones was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.

Event: CEC 600
Date: Jul 11, 2018

#R1#
Kakoullis throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Sotiris Kakoullis seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kakoullis is looking to slow Wuzz down with leg kicks.
Wuzz tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kakoullis was well out of range. Poor timing from Wuzz.
Kakoullis appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Wuzz misses with a looping left.
Kakoullis lands with a right hand.
Wuzz waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kakoullis.
Wuzz slips a jab and a cross from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Wuzz blocks the body kick.
A nice inside leg kick there by Kakoullis. That's going to slow Wuzz down.
Wuzz on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Kakoullis is looking to score with low kicks.
Kakoullis throws a push kick but Wuzz slaps the foot to one side.
Kakoullis slaps away a takedown attempt from Wuzz, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Kakoullis loads up on a big right hand but Wuzz slips the punch.
It seemed like Wuzz was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Kakoullis throws a low kick but Wuzz avoids it.
Wuzz loads up on a big right hand but Kakoullis slips the punch.#T1#
Wuzz connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Kakoullis has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Gym Beam in the buildup to the fight.
Kakoullis attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Wuzz misses with a looping right.
Kakoullis with a hook.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Kakoullis lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Wuzz has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Wuzz and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Wuzz tries to counter with a clinch but Kakoullis shakes him off and moves away.
Wuzz misses with a body shot.
Wuzz loads up on a big right hand but Kakoullis slips the punch.
Wuzz throws a right hand that misses
and Kakoullis counters with a big head kick but Wuzz shrugs it off.
Wuzz misses with a looping right.
Wuzz takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Kakoullis takes one to the side of the head.
Kakoullis connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Wuzz's hands.#CL2#
Wuzz drives through and clinches with Kakoullis against the cage.
Kakoullis avoiding damage.
Wuzz blocks an uppercut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kakoullis lands a hook that snaps the head of Wuzz backwards. #T2#
Kakoullis blocks an uppercut.
Wuzz working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Kakoullis is leaning against Wuzz and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Wuzz.
Wuzz goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Wuzz fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Wuzz blocks a body shot from Kakoullis.
Wuzz misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kakoullis tries to stall but Wuzz uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Wuzz can't find room to land a body shot as Kakoullis controls the action.
Wuzz misses with some punches.
Wuzz blocking some punches.
Kakoullis tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Wuzz's elbow.
Wuzz tries to pull guard but Kakoullis holds him up against the cage and eventually Wuzz drops back down to his feet.
Sotiris Kakoullis has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of David Wuzz.
Wuzz tries to pull guard but Kakoullis forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Wuzz tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kakoullis throws a punch but it's blocked by Wuzz.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Wuzz.
Kakoullis misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kakoullis is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage. #T3#
Kakoullis lands a body shot in the clinch.
Kakoullis scores with a shot to the side of Wuzz's head.
Wuzz working aggressively here.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Wuzz.
Wuzz throws a head punch that misses.
Wuzz lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Kakoullis blocking some punches.
Wuzz working aggressively here.
Wuzz blocks a body shot from Kakoullis.
Wuzz throws a head punch that misses.
Wuzz tries to work over Kakoullis's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A body shot lands from Kakoullis.
A head punch on the inside from Kakoullis fails to land.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Wuzz creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Kakoullis can't find room to land a body shot as Wuzz controls the action.
Kakoullis scores with a nice hook to the head.
Kakoullis lands a right hand.
Kakoullis tries a body shot but Wuzz blocks it.
Kakoullis lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#BC#
Kakoullis breaks the clinch.
Sotiris Kakoullis is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T4#
Kakoullis scores with a kick to the body.
Kakoullis swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Wuzz counters with a three punch combo that has Kakoullis backing up. Kakoullis nods at Wuzz to acknowledge the strikes.
Kakoullis connects with a solid leg kick. #TD2#
Wuzz feints and as Kakoullis raises his hands in defense, Wuzz changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Wuzz slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Kakoullis wants to sweep but no luck.
Wuzz trying to control the position from guard on top but Kakoullis is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Wuzz won't allow Kakoullis to sweep him here.
Wuzz wants to pass the guard but Kakoullis is keeping the position.
Wuzz trying to control but Kakoullis is working from the bottom.
Wuzz passes Kakoullis's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sotiris Kakoullis dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Wuzz lands with a straight right. Kakoullis didn't see that one coming.
Wuzz tries to close the distance and clinch but Kakoullis swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Wuzz throws a jab but it's blocked by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Wuzz uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kakoullis.
Wuzz misses the jab.
Wuzz keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Wuzz swings widly with a right hand
and Kakoullis counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Kakoullis fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Wuzz waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kakoullis.#CL2#
Wuzz closes the distance and pushes Kakoullis back into the cage.
Kakoullis working aggressively here.
Wuzz lands a right hand.
Wuzz throws a head punch that misses.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kakoullis blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Wuzz tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Kakoullis just stands there and leans against the cage.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Kakoullis creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Kakoullis softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#T1#
Kakoullis goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Wuzz misses with a short punch on the inside.
Kakoullis misses with a knee strike. #BC#
Kakoullis pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Wuzz misses with a looping right.
Kakoullis staying out of range there.
Wuzz is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis scores with a nice body kick.
Kakoullis swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kakoullis scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Wuzz doesn't seem bothered though.
Kakoullis misses with a head kick.
Wuzz on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Wuzz thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kakoullis gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Wuzz counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Wuzz throws a jab but it's blocked by Kakoullis.
A counter left hand to the body from Kakoullis misses its target.
Wuzz jabs Kakoullis right on the nose. Kakoullis blinks but takes it well.
Wuzz connects with a body shot that sends Kakoullis's belly button to the back.#T2#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Kakoullis, as that shot connected.
Kakoullis thuds a left hand into Wuzz's body.
Sotiris Kakoullis is winning the standup battle so far.
Wuzz with a lazy takedown attempt
and Kakoullis counters with a nice uppercut.
Kakoullis misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Wuzz.
Wuzz tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Wuzz moves in looking to clinch but Kakoullis pushes him off.
A quick step to the side and Kakoullis tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kakoullis just misses with a punch to the body.
Kakoullis will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Jab from Wuzz.
Wuzz tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kakoullis was well out of range. Poor timing from Wuzz.
Wuzz just misses with a punch to the body.
Kakoullis lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Kakoullis is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Wuzz can do to turn this around?
Kakoullis misses with a hook. Wuzz ducked under it nicely.
An inside leg kick from Kakoullis misses.
Kakoullis takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.#T3#
Kakoullis throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
It seemed like Wuzz was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Kakoullis tries a low kick but Wuzz avoids it.
Wuzz tries to counter with a clinch but Kakoullis shakes him off and moves away.
Kakoullis ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Kakoullis throws a leg kick that misses.
Kakoullis lets loose with a powerful body kick. Wuzz will feel that in the morning.
Kakoullis looks to score with a jab to the body but Wuzz is just out of range.
Wuzz misses with an uppercut
enabling Kakoullis to counter with a crisp jab.
Kakoullis throws a body shot but no joy.
Wuzz looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Wuzz moves out of range of the body kick.
Wuzz throws a body punch but Kakoullis moves out of range.
Kakoullis was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Kakoullis throws a nice head kick!
Kakoullis connects with a looping right hand.
Wuzz is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Wuzz misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis jabs Wuzz right on the nose. Wuzz blinks but takes it well.#T4#
Kakoullis scores with a leg kick.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Kakoullis throws an overhand right that lands on Wuzz's shoulder, as Wuzz tries to avoid the shot.
Wuzz on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Kakoullis. Kakoullis obviously looking to wear him down.
Kakoullis misses with a low kick.
Kakoullis blocks a jab.
Kakoullis staying out of range there.
A jab from Wuzz misses.
Kakoullis tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Wuzz is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Kakoullis throws a series of punches but Wuzz moves out of range. #CL2#
Wuzz moves into the clinch successfully.
Kakoullis misses with a body punch. #TD2#
Wuzz has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Kakoullis uses from the top position.
Wuzz trying to keep a closed guard but Kakoullis is proving a slippery customer.
Kakoullis is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sotiris Kakoullis dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R3#
Wuzz moves away from the strike by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Wuzz doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Wuzz wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Kakoullis connects with a nice looking jab. #CL2#
Wuzz closes the distance and clinches.
Kakoullis blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Wuzz throws a head punch that misses. #TD2#
Wuzz drags the fight down to the ground.
Kakoullis preventing the sweep.
Wuzz not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kakoullis controlling from the top position.
Wuzz working a defensive guard here. #T1#
Kakoullis is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Wuzz looking for a sweep. Not yet Wuzz, not yet.
Kakoullis trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Kakoullis tries to stand but Wuzz is controlling from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
A jab from Kakoullis misses.
Kakoullis throws a nice outside leg kick.
Wuzz throws a hook but Kakoullis avoids it easily.
Wuzz swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kakoullis throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Wuzz tries to close the distance and clinch up but Kakoullis swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Wuzz throws a body shot but no joy.
Kakoullis swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Kakoullis takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Wuzz takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing. #T2#
Wuzz fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Kakoullis on the side of the head.
Wuzz looks for a takedown but Kakoullis sprawls well.
A head kick misses from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis lands with a right hand.
Wuzz looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kakoullis connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Wuzz takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
The fighters circling - Kakoullis throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kakoullis slips a jab from Wuzz.
Kakoullis comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Kakoullis misses with a body shot.
Kakoullis ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Kakoullis avoids the body shot from Wuzz.
Kakoullis is looking for a counter combo.#T3#
A kick lands to the mid section there for Kakoullis.
Wuzz takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Kakoullis looks for the body kick but Wuzz saw that one coming. #TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Kakoullis enables Wuzz to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Kakoullis manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Wuzz tries to free his leg and advance position but Kakoullis is retaining full guard.
Wuzz passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Kakoullis is not content to let Wuzz control the position.
Kakoullis struggling a bit here.#SUB2#
Wuzz tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Wuzz has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Kakoullis struggling a bit here.#T4#
Wuzz tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Wuzz happy to just control the position for now.
Kakoullis is looking for a sweep.
Kakoullis is trying to buck Wuzz off.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kakoullis tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Wuzz wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #SUB2#
Wuzz thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Kakoullis gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but Sotiris Kakoullis did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R4#
Wuzz connects with the punch.
Wuzz throws a jab but it's blocked by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Wuzz on the side of the head.
Wuzz throws a hook to the side of Kakoullis's head but Kakoullis sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kakoullis swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Wuzz moves out of range of the body kick.
Kakoullis lunges at Wuzz with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Wuzz's hand.
Kakoullis lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Wuzz's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Wuzz swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Wuzz looks to land a right hand but Kakoullis moved out of range.
Wuzz has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Kakoullis.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wuzz chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Kakoullis can pounce on him.
Good leg kick by Kakoullis there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Kakoullis ducks under a wild hook from Wuzz.
Wuzz swings for the body but Kakoullis moves out of range.
Kakoullis throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Wuzz stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.#T1#
Wuzz shoots in for a takedown but Kakoullis shows good takedown defense.
Wuzz loads up on a big right hand but Kakoullis slips the punch.
Wuzz looks to score with a jab to the body but Kakoullis is just out of range.
And Kakoullis counters with a quick kick to the body but Wuzz blocks it.
Kakoullis misses with a head kick.
Wuzz with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Kakoullis lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Kakoullis misses with a low kick.
Wuzz slips under a jab from Kakoullis.
Wuzz tries to counter by closing the distance.
Kakoullis misses with an uppercut.
Nice defenses there by Wuzz.
Wuzz scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Kakoullis thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Wuzz if he has to take too many more of those.
Wuzz steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Kakoullis. That one must have hurt.
Kakoullis throws a good cross that connects.
Kakoullis dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Wuzz. That did some damage!#T2#
Kakoullis looks to throw the jab but Wuzz is out of range.
Wuzz steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Kakoullis.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Wuzz looks to land a left hand but Kakoullis moved out of range nicely.
Wuzz throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Nice defenses there by Wuzz.
Kakoullis throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Wuzz on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Kakoullis sizes up Wuzz with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Kakoullis bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Wuzz's head.
Kakoullis takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Kakoullis throws a push kick but Wuzz slaps the foot to one side.
Wuzz throws a body shot but no joy. #CL2#
Wuzz has Kakoullis up against the cage in a clinch.
Wuzz lands with a short punch from the clinch. #T3#
Wuzz working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Wuzz tries a body shot but Kakoullis blocks it.
Kakoullis digs a right hand into Wuzz's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Wuzz's gas tank.
Wuzz lands a hook that snaps the head of Kakoullis backwards. #BC#
Kakoullis's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Kakoullis just misses with a punch to the body.
Wuzz misses with a looping left.
Kakoullis throws a leg kick which misses Wuzz's front leg but catches the back leg as Wuzz tries to avoid it.
Wuzz slips under a jab.
Wuzz jabbing away but nothing is landing.
It looked like Kakoullis wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Kakoullis ducks under a wild hook from Wuzz.
Wuzz checks a leg kick nicely.
Kakoullis attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Wuzz lands with an uppercut that bounces Kakoullis off the cage and back into range.
Kakoullis looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Kakoullis finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt. #T4#
Wuzz lands a jab to Kakoullis's midsection.
Wuzz lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Wuzz scores with a hook.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Wuzz takes one on the button.
Kakoullis throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Good leg kick by Kakoullis there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud. #TD2#
Wuzz throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Kakoullis was covering up waiting for the punch and Wuzz finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Wuzz looking to pass the guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close fourth round but I would say that Sotiris Kakoullis will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R5#
Kakoullis throws a lazy right hand but Wuzz sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
The fighters circling - Wuzz throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Wuzz uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kakoullis.
Wuzz scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.#TD2#
Wuzz shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Kakoullis's guard.#ES#
Kakoullis uses the cage to get back to his feet.
Wuzz misses with an uppercut
and Kakoullis counters with a good, hard body kick but Wuzz shrugs it off.
Wuzz misses the shot to the body.
Wuzz moves out of range of the body kick from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis slips a jab from Wuzz.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Wuzz tries to close the distance and clinch but Kakoullis swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Wuzz throws a jab when Kakoullis was well out of range.
Kakoullis ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kakoullis rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Wuzz counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Kakoullis thows a left - swing and a miss! #T1#
Kakoullis throws a head kick but Wuzz moves out of range.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Kakoullis.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Wuzz.
A jab from Wuzz misses.
Wuzz tries to clinch but Kakoullis moves out of range.
Kakoullis throwing a counter right hand but Wuzz manages to avoid it.
A leg kick checked by Wuzz.
Wuzz blocks a jab.
Wuzz tries to counter by closing the distance.
Kakoullis attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Wuzz tries to counter by closing the distance.
Wuzz has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Kakoullis takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Kakoullis throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Wuzz shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Kakoullis as he jumps to the side.
Kakoullis shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Kakoullis has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Kakoullis there as he acknowledges the shot.
Sotiris Kakoullis is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Wuzz drops his hands momentarily and Kakoullis takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Wuzz jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Wuzz lands the left hand.
Wuzz misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Kakoullis.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Wuzz throws a shot from downtown. Kakoullis moves away and avoids it.
Wuzz blocks a low kick nicely.
Kakoullis steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Wuzz.
A swing and a miss from Wuzz.
Wuzz moves away from the strike by Kakoullis.
Wuzz lands a body shot.
Wuzz misses with a looping right.#T3#
Wuzz throws an overhand right that lands on Kakoullis's shoulder, as Kakoullis tries to avoid the shot.
Kakoullis throws a big shot that misses.
Kakoullis tries a head kick but it misses.
Wuzz tries to counter by closing the distance.
Nice uppercut there from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis tries to work over Wuzz's front leg with a kick but Wuzz checks it.
Wuzz drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Kakoullis defends it well.
Kakoullis ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Wuzz checks the leg kick nicely there.
Wuzz connects with a right hand. Kakoullis shakes it off.
Wuzz keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Wuzz misses with a lunging right hand
and Kakoullis counters with a nice body shot.
Wuzz misses with a hook. Kakoullis ducked under it nicely.
Wuzz throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Wuzz avoids the body shot from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis throws a low kick but Wuzz moves out of range easily. #T4#
Kakoullis takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Kakoullis moves forwards but Wuzz connects with a nice, crisp jab.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Kakoullis.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Wuzz wants to clinch up but Kakoullis keeps it at a distance.
Kakoullis scores with a kick to the midsection.
Kakoullis ducks under a wild hook from Wuzz.
Wuzz connects with a jab.
Wuzz sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Wuzz connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Kakoullis throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Wuzz stalks Kakoullis and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Kakoullis's face. Kakoullis staggers backwards, shaken.
Kakoullis uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Wuzz.
Wuzz lunges at Kakoullis with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Kakoullis's hand.
David Wuzz has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Wuzz moves out of range of the body kick from Kakoullis.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to David Wuzz.
I think Kakoullis has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 49:46
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 49:46
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 49:46

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sotiris Kakoullis!
During a confident post fight interview, Sotiris Kakoullis thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: Syn 583
Date: Jun 23, 2018

#R1#
Lillard ducks under a wild hook from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Gym Beam in the buildup to the fight.
Lillard goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Lillard crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Kakoullis - the referee stops the clock and Lillard gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Kakoullis. Lillard manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Lillard misses with a low kick.
Kakoullis ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lillard moves away.#CL2#
Lillard instigates a clinch.
Kakoullis's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#CUT2#
It looks like Sotiris Kakoullis has been cut.
Kakoullis misses with a punch on the inside. #BC#
Kakoullis breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Kakoullis misses the jab.
Lillard throws a big counter head kick but Kakoullis avoids it with no problem.
Kakoullis connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Lillard misses with an uppercut.
A punch lands to the side of Kakoullis 's head but he takes it in his stride.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kakoullis connects with a solid leg kick.
Kakoullis uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Lillard.
Lillard delivers a nice body kick.
Lillard uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kakoullis.
Lillard misses the shot to the body. #T1#
Lillard misses with a hook.
Lillard takes a jab right on the kisser.
Lillard misses with a wild body shot.
Lillard misses with a looping left.
Lillard looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Lillard with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Kakoullis to score with a decent uppercut.
Kakoullis misses with a body kick.
Kakoullis goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Lillard throws a body kick that misses.
Lillard bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Kakoullis scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Lillard avoids the head kick by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis misses with a lunging right hand
and Lillard counters with a leg kick.
Kakoullis connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Lillard's hands.
Lillard throws a leg kick which misses Kakoullis's front leg but catches the back leg as Kakoullis tries to avoid it.
Lillard pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nice shot by Kakoullis.
Lillard fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kakoullis manages to avoid it.
Lillard throws a predictable looking body shot
and Kakoullis counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Kakoullis swings for the body but Lillard moves out of range.
A clash of legs there as Lillard blocks the low kick.
Lillard tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Kakoullis is able to avoid easily.
Kakoullis uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lillard.
Lillard tries a head kick but it misses.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kakoullis. Lillard does a little dance to reset his feet.
Sotiris Kakoullis seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lillard uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Kakoullis has time to react.
Lillard misses with a body kick.
Lillard takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Kakoullis avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Kakoullis buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Kakoullis feints and then cracks Lillard's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Lillard down.
Lillard lands a front kick.#T3#
Kakoullis pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Good work by Lillard as he checks the leg kick.
Lillard misses with an attempted mid kick.
Kakoullis misses with a straight right.
Kakoullis lands a body shot.
Lillard throws a push kick but Kakoullis slaps the foot to one side.
Lillard blocks a head kick by Kakoullis.
Lillard lands with a good body shot.
Lillard lands a leg kick that knocks Kakoullis off balance momentarily.
Lillard fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Kakoullis on the side of the head.
Kakoullis throws a half hearted mid kick.
Kakoullis looks to score with a jab to the body but Lillard is just out of range.
Lillard moves out of range as Kakoullis throws a body kick.
Lillard lands with a kick to the temple. Kakoullis shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
A slow jab from Kakoullis misses its intended target. #T4#
Lillard misses with a leg kick.
Lillard scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lillard scores with a crisp jab that stopped Kakoullis in his tracks.
Kakoullis listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Nice shot by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lillard moves away.
Kakoullis looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
A looping hook to the body misses from Lillard. Kakoullis does a little dance to reset his feet.
Lillard looks to land a body kick but Kakoullis moved away.
Kakoullis takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Kakoullis ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lillard throws a low kick, looking for Kakoullis's leg but Kakoullis calmly moves out of range.
Kakoullis wants to slow Lillard down by chopping away at his legs.
Lillard tries to move into range but Kakoullis moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Kakoullis misses with a body kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Sotiris Kakoullis will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Sotiris Kakoullis's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
Lillard throws the left hand but Kakoullis avoids the punch easily.
Kakoullis bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Lillard on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Kakoullis. Kakoullis obviously looking to wear him down.
Kakoullis scores with a nice body kick.
Kakoullis throws a looping overhand right but Lillard ducks down to avoid it.
Kakoullis misses with an attempted mid kick.
Lillard let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Kakoullis throws out a loose jab but Lillard uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kakoullis lands a really nice looking cross but Lillard seems unphased.
Lillard misses with a kick to the body.
Lillard misses with a body kick.
Kakoullis looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Lillard throws a right hand that misses
and Lillard takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lillard throws a leg kick that is checked
and Kakoullis counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Kakoullis blocks a head kick by Lillard.
Kakoullis catches Lillard with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Kakoullis takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Lillard throws a leg kick but Kakoullis sees it coming and checks it nicely.
And Kakoullis counters with a quick kick to the body but Lillard blocks it.#T1#
Lillard throws a shot to the body.
Lillard lands a nice looking body shot.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Kakoullis, right into the meat.
Kakoullis pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Lillard moves out of range of the body kick.
Kakoullis thows a left - swing and a miss!
Lillard avoids the head kick by Kakoullis.
Despite the aggression on Lillard's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Kakoullis takes one on the button.
Kakoullis thumps Lillard with a low kick.
Lillard wants to slow Kakoullis down by chopping away at his legs.
Kakoullis throws a push kick but Lillard slaps the foot to one side.
Kakoullis scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Kakoullis moves forwards but Lillard connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Lillard fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Kakoullis looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Lillard throws a jab when Kakoullis was well out of range.#T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kakoullis waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Lillard.
Kakoullis throws a jab when Lillard was well out of range.
Kakoullis connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Lillard's hands.
Lillard's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Kakoullis lands a body shot.
Lillard fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Kakoullis swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kakoullis bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Kakoullis, right into the meat.
Kakoullis ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Kakoullis.
Lillard tries to score with a low kick but Kakoullis moves his leg out of the way.
Lillard throws a body punch but Kakoullis moves out of range.
Lillard motions for Kakoullis to come forward. Lillard throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Lillard checks a low kick from Kakoullis.
A head kick misses from Lillard. #T3#
Kakoullis checks the leg kick.
Kakoullis tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Lillard scores to the head and body with a nice combination!#CUT2#
Sotiris Kakoullis's cut is getting worse.
A slapping body kick lands there for Kakoullis.
Kakoullis throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Lillard throws an ugly left hook that misses
letting Kakoullis counter with a right hand.
Lillard uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Nice defenses there by Lillard.
Kakoullis throws a hook but Lillard blocks it.
Kakoullis with a nice cross.
Kakoullis throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lillard sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Kakoullis misses with a looping right.
Lillard keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
And Lillard responds with a good body kick, but Kakoullis manages to step out the way in time.
A head kick by Kakoullis misses
and Lillard counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Kakoullis thinking. #T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lillard buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Lillard. Kakoullis does a little dance to reset his feet.
A right-left combo lands from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis tries a head kick but it misses.
Kakoullis looks to score with a jab to the body but Lillard is just out of range.
Kakoullis displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Lillard throws out the jab.
Kakoullis was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Kakoullis misses with a two punch combination.
Lillard takes a swing at Kakoullis's ribcage but misses.
Lillard throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Kakoullis stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Lillard lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Lillard scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Kakoullis doesn't seem bothered though.
Lillard misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Lillard throws out a leg kick but Kakoullis moves out of range and Lillard only half commits.
Kakoullis throws a lazy body kick
and Lillard counters with a slapping leg kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Sotiris Kakoullis will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Sotiris Kakoullis's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R3#
Kakoullis avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Kakoullis misses with a low kick.
Lillard scores with a head kick.
Kakoullis checks a low kick from Lillard.
Kakoullis connects with the punch.
Kakoullis connects with a solid leg kick.
Lillard scores with a jab to the body.
Kakoullis blocks a head kick by Lillard.
Lillard tries a head kick but it misses.
Lillard pulls out of a head kick attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lillard misses with a body kick.
A chopping leg kick lands by Kakoullis.
Lillard lands with a good body shot.
Kakoullis buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Sotiris Kakoullis is winning the standup battle so far.
Lillard walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.#T1#
Lillard takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Lillard takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Lillard looks to land a left hand but Kakoullis moved out of range nicely.
Lillard throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lillard closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
A looping hook to the body misses from Lillard. Kakoullis does a little dance to reset his feet.
Lillard has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Kakoullis.
Lillard misses the shot to the body.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Kakoullis checks a leg kick.
Kakoullis uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Lillard.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Lillards jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Lillard takes a swing at Kakoullis's ribcage but misses.
Kakoullis bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Lillard's head backwards.
Lillard takes a swing at Kakoullis's ribcage but misses.
Kakoullis misses with the body kick
and Lillard counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T2#
Kakoullis connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lillard has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Kakoullis finds it's way round the side to connect with Lillard's head.
Kakoullis lands with a nice body kick.
Lillard has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Kakoullis throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Lillard.
Lillard tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kakoullis was well out of range. Poor timing from Lillard.
Kakoullis misses with the combination.
Lillard swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
A shot to the body from Kakoullis misses
and Lillard counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Lillard swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
An attempted straight right counter from Kakoullis misses the target.
Kakoullis throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lillard sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Lillard misses with a head kick.
Lillard misses with a straight left.
Kakoullis throws a hook but Lillard blocks it.
Kakoullis dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Lillard. That did some damage!#T3#
Kakoullis throws a body kick that misses.
Kakoullis throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Lillard thows a left - swing and a miss!
Lillard misses with a double jab
and Kakoullis connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Lillard lands with a nice body kick.
Kakoullis avoids the body shot from Lillard.
The crowd cheers as Kakoullis lands an impressive looking overhand right. Lillard doesn't seem phased though.
Kakoullis walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Lillard checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Kakoullis throws a right and a left that both miss.
Lillard looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Lillard throws the kick towards the body but Kakoullis avoids it.
Kakoullis avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Kakoullis is looking to land body kicks.
Lillard looks to land a left hand but Kakoullis moved out of range nicely.#T4#
Kakoullis scoring well with a low kick there.
Kakoullis works Lillard's body with a nice hook.
Kakoullis tests Lillard's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Kakoullis throws a jab when Lillard was well out of range.
And Lillard responds with a good body kick, but Kakoullis manages to step out the way in time.
Lillard throws a push kick but Kakoullis slaps the foot to one side.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lillard misses with a body kick.
Kakoullis lands with a nice body punch.
Kakoullis scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Kakoullis lands a head shot.
Lillard throws a low kick but Kakoullis avoids it.
That kick from Kakoullis tenderised Lillard's leg. Lillard is trying to keep his angry face on.#CL2#
Lillard pushes Kakoullis up against the cage in a clinch.
Kakoullis is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Lillard throws a punch but it's blocked by Kakoullis.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sotiris Kakoullis clearly takes that round.
The cut man is working on Sotiris Kakoullis's cut.
That's time! Kakoullis's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R4#
Lillard throws a push kick but Kakoullis slaps the foot to one side.
Kakoullis bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Lillard's head.
A decent looking cross lands there for Kakoullis.
Kakoullis takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Lillard has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis clobbers Lillard with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. #ROC#
Lillard is rocked!
Kakoullis lands with a shot to the body.
Lillard is still on wobbly legs! Can Kakoullis finish him?
Kakoullis lands with a thumping leg kick.
Lillard gets clipped by a big right hand and goes down spinning to the canvas! Kakoullis gets the back mount and begins to drop bombs on his rocked foe! Lillard is too out of it to defend against the strikes and the referee jumps in to save him from the beatdown!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:29 of round 4, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Sotiris Kakoullis!
Sotiris Kakoullis retains his light heavyweight title!
A relieved looking Sotiris Kakoullis thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

Event: Syn 580
Date: Jun 02, 2018

#R1#
Nixon scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Kakoullis doesn't seem bothered though.
Nixon throws a hook but Kakoullis blocks it.
Kakoullis lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Kakoullis throws a sloppy head kick and Nixon moves out of range easily.
Kakoullis lands with a nice body kick.
Nixon throws a jab but it's blocked by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis scoring well with a low kick there.
Kakoullis avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Kakoullis with a nice cross.
Nixon throws a body punch but Kakoullis moves out of range.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Kakoullis.
Nice defenses there by Kakoullis.
Nixon swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A big right from Nixon misses.
Nixon throws a body shot but no joy.
Kakoullis feints a counter leg kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Kakoullis. #T1#
Kakoullis misses with a leg kick
and Nixon counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CUT#
It looks like Sotiris Kakoullis has been cut.
Kakoullis has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Kakoullis swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Kakoullis takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Kakoullis throws a shot from downtown. Nixon moves away and avoids it.
Nixon scores with a jab to the body.
Kakoullis avoids a kick to the body.
Kakoullis scores with a jab. Nixon acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Nixon misses with a wild body shot.
Kakoullis throws a leg kick which misses Nixon's front leg but catches the back leg as Nixon tries to avoid it.
Nixon blocks a leg kick.
A punch combination from Nixon misses.
Kakoullis with a jab.
Kakoullis throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Nixon.
Nixon feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Nixon scoring well with a low kick there.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nixon misses with a low kick.
Nixon tries to clinch but Kakoullis moves out of range. #T2#
A leg kick checked by Nixon.
Kakoullis is looking to slow Nixon down with leg kicks.
A big left from Nixon misses.
As Nixon backs off Kakoullis throws a huge counter combo but Nixon manages to avoid it all.
Nixon takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Kakoullis missing with a left hand there. Nixon was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Nixon fires out a quick counter leg kick but Kakoullis just manages to avoid it.
Nixon takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Kakoullis throws a leg kick but Nixon moved away.
A little feinted left hand from Nixon on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Sotiris Kakoullis seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kakoullis connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Nixon ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kakoullis moves away.
Kakoullis looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Nixon misses with a hook.
Kakoullis scores with a kick to the midsection.
Nixon lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Kakoullis slips a jab and a cross from Nixon.
Nixon fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kakoullis manages to avoid it.#T3#
A jab from Kakoullis finds it's way through Nixon's defenses.
Kakoullis misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Nixon.
Kakoullis stuns Nixon with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Kakoullis throws a leg kick
and Nixon counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Kakoullis feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Nixon's calf.
Nixon misses with an uppercut. Kakoullis saw that one coming.
A decent looking cross lands there for Kakoullis.
Nixon doesn't manage to clinch there - Kakoullis circles away.
Nixon clobbers Kakoullis with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Kakoullis avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Kakoullis thows a left - swing and a miss!
Nixon misses the shot to the body.
Kakoullis misses with a hook.
Nixon was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Kakoullis looks to score with a jab to the body but Nixon is just out of range.#T4#
Nixon misses with a kick to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kakoullis with a hook.
A jab from Kakoullis misses.
Kakoullis dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Nixon. That did some damage!
Kakoullis feints and then cracks Nixon's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Nixon down.
Kakoullis is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Nixon.
A little feinted left hand from Nixon on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Kakoullis fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Nixon listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Nixon cracks Kakoullis with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Nixon looks to land a left hand but Kakoullis moved out of range nicely.
Nixon scoring well with a low kick there.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Nixon ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kakoullis fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Nixon has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Nixon throws a hook but Kakoullis avoids it easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sotiris Kakoullis dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Sotiris Kakoullis's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Kakoullis misses with an uppercut. Nixon saw that one coming.
Kakoullis slips under a jab.
Nixon on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Nixon on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Kakoullis is looking to slow Nixon down with leg kicks.
Kakoullis misses with a looping right.
Kakoullis buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Kakoullis walks forward, straight into a front kick from Nixon.
Kakoullis looks to score with a jab to the body but Nixon is just out of range.
Sotiris Kakoullis seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Nixon ducks under a wild hook from Kakoullis.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nixon connects with a looping right hand.
Nixon dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Kakoullis. That did some damage!
Nixon avoids the head kick by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis blocks a jab.
Nixon misses with a body kick. #T1#
Kakoullis throws a hook to the side of Nixon's head but Nixon sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kakoullis throws a quick inside leg kick.
Kakoullis misses with a body shot
and Nixon connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Kakoullis's corner calls for a 1-2. Kakoullis obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Kakoullis pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Kakoullis swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Nixon has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Nixon moves out of range of the strikes.
A low kick from Kakoullis misses
and Nixon counters with a nice leg kick.
Jab from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Nixon wants to clinch.#T2#
Nixon cracks Kakoullis with a good jab.
A swing and a miss from Kakoullis.
Nixon just misses with a punch to the body.
Nixon checks a low kick from Kakoullis.
Nixon ducks under a wild hook from Kakoullis.
Nixon bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nixon takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Nixon tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Nixon takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Kakoullis throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Nixon with a jab.#CUT#
That has opened up Sotiris Kakoullis's cut even more.
Kakoullis thuds a left hand into Nixon's body.#T3#
Kakoullis throws a hook to the side of Nixon's head but Nixon sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Nixon has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Kakoullis.
Nixon throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kakoullis sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Kakoullis throws a nice head kick!
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Kakoullis. Nixon shrugs it off though.
Nixon blocks a low kick nicely.
A solid leg kick lands there for Kakoullis.
Nixon misses with a lunging right hand
and Kakoullis counters with a nice body shot.
Kakoullis digs a good hook to Nixon's body.
Nixon looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
A big right from Kakoullis misses.
Nixon shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Kakoullis keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Nixon digs a good hook to Kakoullis's body. #T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kakoullis takes a jab right on the kisser.
Nixon tries to clinch
and Kakoullis counters with a nice low kick that buckles Nixon's knee momentarily.
Nixon throws a half hearted mid kick.
Nixon tries to close the distance and clinch up but Kakoullis swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Kakoullis has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Nixon just misses with a punch to the body.
Nixon avoids the head kick by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis is looking to score with low kicks.
Kakoullis throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Nixon takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Nixon takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Kakoullis swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Nixon just misses with a punch to the body.
Kakoullis appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Nixon tries to move into range but Kakoullis moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Nixon throws a head kick but Kakoullis moves out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sotiris Kakoullis showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Sotiris Kakoullis's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R3#
Kakoullis throws a nice head kick! #CUT2#
It looks like Evil Nixon has been cut.
A telegraphed right hand from Nixon misses the target.
Nixon avoids a kick to the body.
Nixon will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Kakoullis lands a lovely overhand right.
Nixon tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kakoullis was well out of range. Poor timing from Nixon.
Kakoullis gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Nixon waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kakoullis.
Kakoullis tries to land a front kick but Nixon steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Kakoullis misses with a hook. Nixon ducked under it nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nixon throws out a loose jab but Kakoullis uses good head movement to avoid it.
Nixon is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Nixon scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Nixon moves out of range of the leg kick from Kakoullis.
Nixon moves out of range of the strikes.
Nixon misses with a body kick.#T1#
Nixon throws a hook to the side of Kakoullis's head but Kakoullis sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Nixon misses with a wild body shot.
Kakoullis missing with a left hand there. Nixon was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Kakoullis fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Nixon looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Nixon misses with a low kick.
Nixon throws a looping overhand right but Kakoullis ducks down to avoid it.
Nixon throws a body kick that misses
and Kakoullis counters with a nice body kick.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Nixon might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Kakoullis moves out of range as Nixon strikes.
Kakoullis thumps Nixon with a low kick.
The fighters circling - Kakoullis throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Nixon tried to counter with a leg kick but Kakoullis avoided it.
Kakoullis feints and then cracks Nixon's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Nixon down.
Kakoullis waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Nixon.
Sloppy strikes from Nixon. Those never looked like landing. #T2#
A jab from Kakoullis does it's job there.
A lazy body kick from Kakoullis
and Nixon counters with a nice body shot.
Kakoullis moves away from the strike by Nixon.
Kakoullis misses with a left hand
and Nixon counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nixon misses the shot to the body. #CL#
Nixon clinches up with Kakoullis and pushes him back against the cage.
Kakoullis blocks an uppercut.
Nixon misses with a body punch.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Kakoullis as Nixon tries to tie him up.
Nixon misses with a shot to the kidneys. #BC2#
Kakoullis breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Kakoullis slips a jab from Nixon.
Kakoullis lands a nice leg kick that just misses Nixon's sensitive parts. #T3#
Nixon takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Kakoullis takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Nixon takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Kakoullis throws a predictable looking body shot
enabling Nixon to counter with a crisp jab.
Kakoullis blocks the body kick.
Kakoullis uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Nixon.
Nixon takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Kakoullis uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Nixon has time to react.
Nixon lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Nixon takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Nixon fails in his attempt to clinch.
Kakoullis showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Nixon.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T4#
Nixon with a nice cross.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A head kick misses from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Nixon jabs at Kakoullis's body.
Kakoullis throws a head kick but Nixon moves out of range.
As Kakoullis tries to get set, Nixon tries to push him back and clinch up but Kakoullis manages to avoid the attempt.
Nixon moves out of range as Kakoullis throws a body kick.
Kakoullis throws a body punch but Nixon moves out of range.
Nixon looks for the body kick but Kakoullis saw that one coming.
Left hook, right uppercut from Kakoullis.
Nixon blocks the body kick.
Kakoullis takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Kakoullis was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Kakoullis connects with an inside leg kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close third round but Sotiris Kakoullis just about did enough to take it.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R4#
A decent looking body kick lands there for Kakoullis.
Kakoullis getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Kakoullis misses with an attempted mid kick.
Nixon just misses with a punch to the body.
Kakoullis looks for the body kick but Nixon saw that one coming.
Kakoullis bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Kakoullis looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Kakoullis throws a chopping leg kick but Nixon manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Nixon appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Kakoullis is looking to land body kicks.
Kakoullis swings away with a leg kick that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kakoullis throws a jab but it's blocked by Nixon.
As Kakoullis backs away, Nixon returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Nixon misses with a head kick.
Kakoullis throws a body shot but no joy.
Nixon throwing a counter right hand but Kakoullis manages to avoid it.
Kakoullis swings away with a leg kick that misses.#T1#
Nixon takes a swing at Kakoullis's ribcage but misses.
Nixon with a jab.
Kakoullis throws a body shot but no joy.
Kakoullis moves out of range of the body kick.
Kakoullis fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Nixon.
Kakoullis uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Nixon.
Kakoullis throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Nixon misses with an attempted mid kick.
Kakoullis moves away from the strike by Nixon.
Kakoullis moves out of range as Nixon strikes.
Nixon avoids the body shot from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis scores with a jab to the jaw.
Kakoullis takes one to the chin there.#T2#
Nixon misses with a low kick as Kakoullis jumps back.
Nixon missing with a left hand there. Kakoullis was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Kakoullis looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Kakoullis lands with a nice combination. Nixon backs away looking to recover.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kakoullis tries to land a front kick but Nixon steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Kakoullis lands with a slapping head kick.
A head kick misses from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis misses with a wild body shot.
Nixon waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kakoullis.
Kakoullis steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Nixon.
Kakoullis throws a body kick that misses.
Nice shot lands for Nixon.
Kakoullis avoids a punch combination nicely. #T3#
Nixon getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Kakoullis attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Nixon is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Kakoullis works Nixon's body with a nice hook.
Kakoullis punishes Nixon's body with a nice straight punch.
Kakoullis punishes Nixon's body with a nice straight punch.
Nixon throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Kakoullis cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CL#
Nixon has Kakoullis up against the cage in a clinch.
A nice left hand lands by Nixon. #T4#
Nixon throws a head punch that misses.
Nixon slowing the pace effectively.
Nixon tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Kakoullis taking a breather.
Kakoullis is trying to push Nixon away but Nixon has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
A nice left hand lands by Nixon.
Nixon is working Kakoullis over against the cage.
Kakoullis doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A body shot lands from Nixon.
Kakoullis is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
Nixon blocks an uppercut.
Nixon lands with a right to the head.
Nixon scores with a nice hook to the head.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Nixon throws a punch but it's blocked by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Nixon tries a body shot but Kakoullis blocks it.
Kakoullis lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close fourth round but Sotiris Kakoullis will probably get the nod - 10:9.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R5#
Nixon misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Kakoullis defending well as Nixon loads up on a big left hand.
Kakoullis ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kakoullis throws a leg kick which misses Nixon's front leg but catches the back leg as Nixon tries to avoid it.
Kakoullis throws a predictable looking body shot
and Nixon counters with a low kick, right behind Kakoullis 's knee.
Kakoullis lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
A chopping leg kick lands by Nixon.
Kakoullis connects with a body shot.
Kakoullis fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Nixon is out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nixon tries to land a body kick
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Nixon. Kakoullis does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kakoullis throws out a counter right but Nixon avoids it with no problem.
Kakoullis throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Nixon throwing a counter right hand but Kakoullis manages to avoid it.
Kakoullis throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range. #T1#
Kakoullis looks to score with a jab to the body but Nixon is just out of range.
Nixon lands a body shot.
Kakoullis misses with a straight right.
Nixon seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Kakoullis works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Kakoullis, right into the meat.
Nixon goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Kakoullis pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Nixon tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Nixon lands with a cross.
Nixon connects with a jab.
Kakoullis doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Nixon works the jab nicely.
Sotiris Kakoullis is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Kakoullis moves out of range as Nixon strikes.
Kakoullis throws a leg kick which misses Nixon's front leg but catches the back leg as Nixon tries to avoid it.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nixon slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Kakoullis will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Nixon throws a jab when Kakoullis was well out of range.
Kakoullis appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Kakoullis throws a low kick but it's checked well by Nixon.
As Kakoullis tries to get set, Nixon tries to push him back and clinch up but Kakoullis manages to avoid the attempt.
Nixon ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kakoullis moves away.
Nixon throws a combination that misses
letting Kakoullis counter with a right hand.
Nice body punch from Kakoullis.
Nice body kick from Kakoullis.
Nixon on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Kakoullis. Kakoullis obviously looking to wear him down.
Kakoullis misses with a body shot.
Kakoullis looks to land a left hand but Nixon moved out of range nicely.
It looked like Nixon wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Evil Nixon has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Nixon misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
A little jabbing left from Kakoullis on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
A slapping leg kick lands for Kakoullis.
Kakoullis connects with a solid leg kick.
Kakoullis displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Nixon throws out the jab.
Nixon avoids a kick to the body.
Kakoullis throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Kakoullis lands with a shot to the body.
Nixon throws a good cross that connects.
Kakoullis throws a head kick but Nixon moves out of range.
Kakoullis dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Nixon takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Kakoullis pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.#T4#
Kakoullis wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Kakoullis throws a body punch but Nixon moves out of range.
A big right from Nixon misses.
A little jabbing left from Kakoullis on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kakoullis fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Nixon is out of range.
A leg kick checked by Nixon.
Nixon misses with a head kick.
Kakoullis scores with a sloppy right hand. Nixon should have avoided that one.
Nixon throws a series of punches but Kakoullis avoids them all with ease.
Nixon takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Kakoullis attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Nixon was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Kakoullis is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Nixon throws out a loose jab but Kakoullis uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kakoullis attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.

And that's the end of the fight!
Sotiris Kakoullis comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Kakoullis winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 46:50
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 45:50
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 46:50

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sotiris Kakoullis!
Sotiris Kakoullis is the new light heavyweight champion!
An out of breath Sotiris Kakoullis thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: Syn 577
Date: May 12, 2018

#R1#
Hill avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Hill is looking to chop away at Kakoullis's legs.
Hill checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Kakoullis throws a poor cross that misses
and Hill counters with a low kick, right behind Kakoullis 's knee.
Kakoullis looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Kakoullis paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Hill fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Kakoullis throws a quick counter kick to the body but Hill avoids it.
A nice leg kick lands there from Hill.
Sotiris Kakoullis seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hill misses the shot to the body.
Kakoullis throws a head kick that misses.
Hill throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Kakoullis's head.#CUT2#
It looks like Sotiris Kakoullis has been cut.
Hill throws an off balance right hand
and Kakoullis counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Hill jabs at Kakoullis's body.
A big right from Hill misses.
Hill looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kakoullis checks a low kick from Hill.
Hill misses with a kick to the body.
Kakoullis swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Hill on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Hill fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.#T1#
Kakoullis connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Hill momentarily.
Kakoullis lands with a nice body punch.
Hill takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Hill takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Hill misses with a leg kick.
Hill chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Kakoullis can pounce on him.
Hill tries to work over Kakoullis's front leg with a kick but Kakoullis checks it.
Hill shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Hill pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Kakoullis moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Hill wants to land a leg kick but Kakoullis is out of range.
Hill moves out of range as Kakoullis throws a body kick.
Hill lands a head kick!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kakoullis looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Kakoullis misses with an uppercut.
A little jabbing left from Hill on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Kakoullis tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.#T2#
Hill throws a front kick aimed at Kakoullis's knee but Kakoullis avoids it well.
Hill lands a nice looking body kick.
An inside leg kick from Hill misses.
Hill throws a quick inside leg kick.
Hill misses with a hook.
Hill swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
A big right from Kakoullis misses.
A slapping leg kick lands for Hill.
Hill walks forward, straight into a front kick from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis throws the kick towards the body but Hill avoids it.
A leg kick checked by Hill.
Kakoullis throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kakoullis lands a nice shot that snaps Hill's head back.
Hill lands a nice hook to Kakoullis's body. Kakoullis takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Kakoullis fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Kakoullis connects with a jab.#T3#
Kakoullis connects with a leg kick. Hill looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Kakoullis moves out of range as Hill strikes.
Kakoullis connects with a solid leg kick.
Hill fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Kakoullis checks it well.
Hill avoids the head kick by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Hill throws a half hearted mid kick.
Kakoullis jabs at Hill's body.
Kakoullis throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Hill swings for the body but Kakoullis moves out of range.
Kakoullis takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Hill throws out a leg kick but Kakoullis moves out of range and Hill only half commits.
Hill scoring well with a low kick there.
Kakoullis checks a low kick from Hill.
Kakoullis blocks a head kick by Hill. #T4#
Kakoullis digs a good body shot into Hill's ribs.
Hill looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Hill has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Hill there as he acknowledges the shot.
Kakoullis takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Hill misses with a low kick.
Hill tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kakoullis was well out of range. Poor timing from Hill.
Hill takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Kakoullis throws a leg kick but Hill checks it.
Kakoullis misses with a low kick as Hill jumps back.
Hill tries a quick counter leg kick but Kakoullis is wise to it.
Kakoullis throws a body punch but Hill moves out of range.
Kakoullis thows a leg kick but Hill checks it
and Hill makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Hill lands a nice hook to Kakoullis's body. Kakoullis takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kakoullis staying out of range there.
Kakoullis fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Hill checks it well.
Hill looks to land a left hand but Kakoullis moved out of range nicely.
Kakoullis throws a hook but Hill blocks it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Sotiris Kakoullis will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Sotiris Kakoullis's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
Hill throws a body shot but no joy.
Kakoullis thuds his shin into the meat of Hill's side.
Nice uppercut there from Hill.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Hill.
Hill lands with a thumping leg kick.
Kakoullis moves out of range of the body kick from Hill.
Hill misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kakoullis.
Hill looks to land a left hand but Kakoullis moved out of range nicely.
Hill throws a leg kick but Kakoullis moved away.
Hill with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Kakoullis.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kakoullis throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Hill looks to throw the jab but Kakoullis is out of range.
Hill tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Kakoullis slips under a jab.
A swing and a miss from Hill.#T1#
Hill takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Hill misses with an uppercut.
Kakoullis swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Kakoullis chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Kakoullis moves out of range of the body kick from Hill.
Hill moves out of range of the body kick from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Hill moves away.
Hill avoids a kick to the body.
Hill unleashes a big counter combination but Kakoullis bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Kakoullis throws a head kick that misses.
Hill feints a counter leg kick.
Hill cracks Kakoullis with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Kakoullis throws a front kick aimed at Hill's knee but Hill avoids it well.
Hill misses with a low kick.
Hill throws a nice looking combination but Kakoullis bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Kakoullis lands a lovely overhand right.
Hill lands a jab to the nose.
Kakoullis misses with a body shot. #T2#
Kakoullis uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Hill.
Hill misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kakoullis.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kakoullis is looking to land body kicks.
Hill is looking to land body kicks.
Hill lands a nice hook to Kakoullis's body. Kakoullis takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Hill throws a predictable looking body shot
letting Kakoullis counter with a right hand.
Hill swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Hill cracks Kakoullis with a good jab.#CUT2#
Sotiris Kakoullis's cut is getting worse.
Hill swings for the body but Kakoullis moves out of range.
Hill takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Hill in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off.
Kakoullis looks to score with a jab to the body but Hill is just out of range.
Hill feints a counter leg kick.
Good work by Kakoullis as he checks the leg kick.
Kakoullis tried to score with a low kick but Hill checks it.
Hill misses with a hook.
Kakoullis throws a nice outside leg kick. #T3#
Kakoullis lands a jab to Hill's midsection.
Kakoullis throws a leg kick which misses Hill's front leg but catches the back leg as Hill tries to avoid it.
Hill has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Kakoullis.
Hill misses with a low kick.
Kakoullis swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Hill.
Hill avoids a kick to the body.
Hill moves out of range as Kakoullis throws a body kick.
Hill misses with a head kick.
Kakoullis buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Kakoullis misses with a looping right.
A clash of legs there as Kakoullis blocks the low kick.
Kakoullis lands a jab to the nose.
Kakoullis slips a straight right by Hill.
Kakoullis takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Hill throws a body punch but Kakoullis moves out of range.
Hill connects with an inside leg kick.#T4#
Kakoullis fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Hill looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Hill chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Kakoullis can pounce on him.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Hill throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Kakoullis was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Kakoullis fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Hill.
Hill throws a quick inside leg kick.
Kakoullis misses with a low kick.
Hill misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Hill throws a body shot but no joy.
Kakoullis slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Hill throws a sloppy head kick
letting Kakoullis counter with a right hand.
Kakoullis looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
A countering left hand to the body from Hill misses.
Hill has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Kakoullis finds it's way round the side to connect with Hill's head.
Hill dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Hill misses with a body kick.
Hill throws a chopping leg kick but Kakoullis manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Sotiris Kakoullis will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Sotiris Kakoullis's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Kakoullis moves out of range of the leg kick from Hill.
Kakoullis slips under a jab from Hill.
Hill throws out a leg kick but Kakoullis moves out of range and Hill only half commits.
Hill lands the left hand.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kakoullis. Hill does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kakoullis misses with a wild body shot.
Hill darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Hill looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Hill throws a looping overhand right but Kakoullis ducks down to avoid it.
Kakoullis digs a good hook to Hill's body.
Hill waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kakoullis.
Kakoullis throwing a counter right hand but Hill manages to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hill takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Hill throws a low kick but it's checked well by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Hill. That did some damage!
Hill throws a wild body kick that Kakoullis sees coming a mile off.
Hill blocks a low kick nicely.#T1#
Hill takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Kakoullis - that will leave a mark!
Kakoullis takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Hill takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Hill throws a leg kick
enabling Kakoullis to counter with a crisp jab.
Kakoullis scores with a kick to the body.
Kakoullis throws a body shot but no joy.
Kakoullis stuns Hill with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
A decent looking cross lands there for Hill.
Hill moves forwards but Kakoullis connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Hill tests Kakoullis's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Hill takes a swing at Kakoullis's ribcage but misses.
An attempted straight right counter from Kakoullis misses the target.
Kakoullis keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kakoullis throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Hill lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Jericho Hill has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Sotiris Kakoullis is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Kakoullis connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Hill has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Kakoullis misses with a body kick.
Hill throws a push kick but Kakoullis slaps the foot to one side.
Kakoullis throws a big counter combination but Hill scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Kakoullis thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Hill if he has to take too many more of those.
Kakoullis moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Hill misses the jab.
Kakoullis quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Hill throws a chopping leg kick but Kakoullis manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Hill fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kakoullis manages to avoid it.
Kakoullis tried to counter with a leg kick but Hill avoided it.
Jab from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis lands with a good body shot.
Hill avoids the body shot from Kakoullis.
A solid body kick from Kakoullis.
Hill looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Kakoullis bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Hill takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing. #T3#
Hill throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Hill pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Kakoullis lands with a cross.
Kakoullis is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Hill takes a kick to the side of the head.
Hill throws the left hand but Kakoullis avoids the punch easily.
Sotiris Kakoullis is winning the standup battle so far.
Hill pivots, looking for a leg kick but Kakoullis is out of range and Hill settles back down.
Kakoullis connects with a looping right hand.
Hill's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Kakoullis throws a head kick that misses.
Hill throws a head kick that half lands.
Kakoullis throws a nice head kick!
Hill connects with a body shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kakoullis throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kakoullis throws a half hearted mid kick.#T4#
Hill misses with a jab, cross combination.
Hill wants to land a leg kick but Kakoullis is out of range.
Kakoullis blocks the body kick.
Hill lands a lovely overhand right.#CUT2#
Sotiris Kakoullis's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Kakoullis scores with a punch to the head.
A looping hook to the body misses from Hill. Kakoullis does a little dance to reset his feet.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Kakoullis, right into the meat.
Kakoullis swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Hill comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Hill connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A low kick from Hill is predictable there
and Kakoullis counters with a stiff right hand.
Kakoullis connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Kakoullis bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Hill misses the shot to the body.

And that's the end of the fight!
Sotiris Kakoullis showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Kakoullis has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 30:27
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 30:29
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 29:29

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Sotiris Kakoullis!
Sotiris Kakoullis seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: Syn 572 - No Surrender
Date: Apr 07, 2018

#R1#
Kakoullis misses with a leg kick
and Nixon counters with a nice low kick that buckles Kakoullis's knee momentarily.
Nixon lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Kakoullis lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
A nice leg kick lands there from Nixon.
Nixon digs a good body shot into Kakoullis's ribs.
Nixon takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Nixon cracks Kakoullis with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Nixon avoids a kick to the body.
Nixon looks for the body kick but Kakoullis saw that one coming.
Nixon throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Kakoullis on the side of the head. #CUT#
It looks like Sotiris Kakoullis has been cut.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Nixon swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kakoullis moves out of range as Nixon strikes.
Nixon looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Kakoullis's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Nixon connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Kakoullis scrambles back to his feet.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Kakoullis, right into the meat.
Kakoullis lands a jab.
Kakoullis tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Nixon is able to avoid easily.
It looked like Nixon was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Kakoullis.#T1#
A looping hook to the body misses from Nixon. Kakoullis does a little dance to reset his feet.
Nixon is looking to clinch but Kakoullis is avoiding it.
Nixon moves out of range as Kakoullis throws a body kick.
Nixon swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Kakoullis getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Kakoullis slips a straight right by Nixon.
Kakoullis misses with a left hand
and Nixon counters with a thumping low kick.
Nixon misses with a shot to the body
and Kakoullis counters with a nice kick to the body.
Kakoullis throws a nice inside leg kick.
Nixon slips a jab from Kakoullis.
Nixon throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kakoullis sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A swing and a miss from Nixon.
Nixon waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kakoullis.
Nixon throws a sloppy body shot
and Kakoullis counters with a slapping leg kick.
Sotiris Kakoullis seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nixon slips under a jab from Kakoullis.#T2#
Kakoullis fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Nixon checks it well.
Nixon scores with a body shot.
Kakoullis has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Kakoullis lands with a shot to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nixon uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kakoullis.
A telegraphed right hand from Nixon misses the target.
Nixon takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Kakoullis fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Kakoullis drops his hands momentarily and Nixon takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Nixon throws an overhand right that lands on Kakoullis's shoulder, as Kakoullis tries to avoid the shot.
Nixon uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis keeps the fight on the outside.
Kakoullis works Nixon's body with a nice hook.
Kakoullis with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Kakoullis misses with a body kick.
Kakoullis swings and misses with a hook to the body. #T3#
Kakoullis scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Nixon moves out of range of the body kick from Kakoullis.
As Kakoullis looks to move away, Nixon throws a big counter combo but Kakoullis just gets out of the way.
Kakoullis misses with a kick to the body.
A counter left hand to the body from Nixon misses its target.
Nixon blocks a jab.
Nixon was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Nice defenses there by Kakoullis.
Nixon connects with a leg kick. Kakoullis looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Nixon throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.#CL#
Kakoullis tries to keep at a distance but Nixon has taken the fight into the clinch.
Nixon just leaning against Kakoullis, taking a breather.
Nixon trying to stall but Kakoullis improves his position.
Nixon lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Kakoullis backwards.
Nixon struggles to land a body shot inside as Kakoullis controls his hands.
A head punch on the inside from Kakoullis fails to land.
Kakoullis has a couple of punches blocked by Nixon.
Kakoullis lands with a short head shot on the inside. #T4#
A quick uppercut on the inside from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis throws a punch but it's blocked by Nixon.
Nixon doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Nixon lands with a right to the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nixon misses with a hook to the ribs.
Nixon throws a punch but it's blocked by Kakoullis.
Nixon swings wildly with an uppercut but Kakoullis uses good head movement to avoid it.
A nice right hand lands inside from Kakoullis.
A right hand to the body from Kakoullis.
A head punch on the inside from Kakoullis fails to land.
A right handed body shot lands from Kakoullis.
Nixon scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Nixon tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kakoullis's elbow.
Nixon lands a left hand.
Nixon working aggressively here.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Nixon is working Kakoullis over against the cage.
Nixon lands a left hand that snaps the head of Kakoullis backwards.
Good body shot from Nixon.
Kakoullis has a couple of punches blocked by Nixon.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Evil Nixon will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Sotiris Kakoullis's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Nixon scores with a sloppy right hand. Kakoullis should have avoided that one.
Nixon tries to close the distance and clinch but Kakoullis swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Nixon punishes Kakoullis's body with a nice straight punch.
Kakoullis keeps the fight on the outside.
Kakoullis scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Nixon doesn't seem bothered though.
Kakoullis throws a wild body kick that Nixon sees coming a mile off.
Nixon takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Kakoullis is looking to chop away at Nixon's legs.
Kakoullis bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Nixon's head.
Kakoullis throws a hook to the side of Nixon's head but Nixon sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nixon scores with a crisp jab that stopped Kakoullis in his tracks.
Kakoullis's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Nixon connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Kakoullis scrambles back to his feet.#CUT#
That has opened up Sotiris Kakoullis's cut even more.
Nixon slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kakoullis tries a low kick but Nixon avoids it.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Nixon. #T1#
Kakoullis throws a wild body kick that Nixon sees coming a mile off.
Nixon slips under a jab from Kakoullis.
Nixon misses with a wild body shot.
Nixon is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Nixon has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Nixon wants to clinch.
Sotiris Kakoullis seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Nixon throws a looping overhand right but Kakoullis ducks down to avoid it.
Nixon throws a jab but it's blocked by Kakoullis.
Nixon throws a body punch but Kakoullis moves out of range.
A little jabbing left from Kakoullis on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Kakoullis loads up on a big right hand but Nixon slips the punch.
A left lands for Nixon.
Kakoullis buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick. #T2#
Kakoullis throws a solid leg kick but Nixon takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Kakoullis.
Kakoullis lands a nice hook to Nixon's body. Nixon takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Nixon takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Nixon fails in his attempt to clinch.
Kakoullis is looking to land body kicks.
Nixon throwing a counter right hand but Kakoullis manages to avoid it.
Nixon just misses with a punch to the body.
Kakoullis ducks under a wild hook from Nixon.
Kakoullis follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Some bone on bone action there as Nixon checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Nixon throwing a counter right hand but Kakoullis manages to avoid it.
That kick from Nixon tenderised Kakoullis's leg. Kakoullis is trying to keep his angry face on.
Kakoullis throws a wild body kick that Nixon sees coming a mile off.
Nixon throwing a counter right hand but Kakoullis manages to avoid it.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kakoullis lands a jab to Nixon's midsection.
Nixon tries to clinch up but Kakoullis circles away and keeps his distance.
Kakoullis ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Nixon is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#T3#
Kakoullis walks forward, straight into a front kick from Nixon.
Kakoullis misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Nixon is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Kakoullis cracks the inside of Nixon's front leg.
Kakoullis avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Nixon throws a leg kick that misses.
A big left from Nixon misses.
Nixon walks into a left hand. #CL#
Kakoullis tries to keep at a distance but Nixon has taken the fight into the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kakoullis.
Nixon misses with a body punch.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Nixon.
Nixon doesn't land with the attempted body shot. #T4#
Nixon pressing his opponent against the cage.
Nixon's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Nixon throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Kakoulliss head.
Nixon lands a nice shot to the body.
Kakoullis is breathing heavily.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nixon throws a head punch that misses.
Kakoullis lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Kakoullis is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Nixon doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kakoullis tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kakoullis lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Kakoullis is trying to force a seperation but Nixon has the dominant position.
Kakoullis lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Nixon fails to land.
Nixon tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kakoullis's elbow.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Sotiris Kakoullis will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Sotiris Kakoullis's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R3#
Nixon feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Kakoulliss jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Nixon tries to move into range but Kakoullis moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Kakoullis, right into the meat.
Nixon thuds a left hand into Kakoullis's body.
Kakoullis lets loose with a powerful body kick. Nixon will feel that in the morning.
Nixon ducks under a wild hook from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis avoids the body shot from Nixon.
Kakoullis looks to throw a body kick
letting Nixon counter with a right hand.
Nixon throws a right hand that misses
and Kakoullis counters with a three punch combo that has Nixon backing up. Nixon nods at Kakoullis to acknowledge the strikes.
Kakoullis misses with the body kick
and Nixon counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nixon moves in looking to clinch but Kakoullis pushes him off.
Kakoullis lands with a shot to the body.
Kakoullis takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.#CUT#
The cut above Sotiris Kakoullis's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Nixon takes one on the chin but seems OK. #T1#
Kakoullis wants to land a leg kick but Nixon is out of range.
Nixon slips under a jab from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Nixon can pounce on him.
Nixon on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Kakoullis. Kakoullis obviously looking to wear him down.
Kakoullis scores with a one two! Nixon had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Nixon stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Kakoullis.
Nixon checks the leg kick nicely there.
A decent looking cross lands there for Kakoullis.
Kakoullis throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Nixon sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Nixon tries to counter by clinching up but Kakoullis breaks away and moves out of range.
Nixon slips under a jab.
Kakoullis slips a jab from Nixon.
Nixon misses with a looping left.
Nixon throws out a powerful jab.
Kakoullis takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.#T2#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Kakoullis takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Nixon slips under a jab from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Nixon's head.
A chopping leg kick lands by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis slips under a jab from Nixon.
Kakoullis scores with a spinning back kick!
Nixon's jab looks to have found its range, popping Kakoullis under the eye.#CUT#
Sotiris Kakoullis's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.
Nixon works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Kakoullis misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Kakoullis pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Kakoullis throws a quick inside leg kick. #CL#
Kakoullis gets tackled into the cage by Nixon. Nixon maintains the clinch.
Nixon misses with some punches. #T3#
Nixon misses with a short punch on the inside.
Nixon misses with some punches.
Kakoullis blocks a body shot from Nixon.
Nixon lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Kakoullis backwards.

The referee calls the doctor in to look at Sotiris Kakoullis's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:23 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Evil Nixon!
Evil Nixon retains his light heavyweight title!
Evil Nixon thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: Syn 567 - Ecstasy of Gold
Date: Mar 03, 2018

#R1#
Kakoullis bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Moore's head backwards.
Moore looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Moore lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Kakoullis moves away from the strike by Moore.
Moore moves out of range of the leg kick from Kakoullis.
Moore stuns Kakoullis with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Moore slips under a jab.
We've been informed that Kakoullis has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Moore connects with an inside leg kick.
Moore dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Moore goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Moore misses with a wild body shot.
Kakoullis throws a wild body kick that Moore sees coming a mile off.
Moore lands a body shot.
Moore throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Moore bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Moore misses with a body kick.
Moore is looking to slow Kakoullis down with leg kicks.
Kakoullis moves out of range of the body kick from Moore.
Moore tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Kakoullis does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy. #T1#
Moore tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kakoullis was well out of range. Poor timing from Moore.
Kakoullis flicks out a counter leg kick but Moore steps away.
Moore looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Moore lands a jab to the nose.
A low kick from Moore misses
and Kakoullis counters with a straight right hand.
Moore ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kakoullis moves away.
Kakoullis throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Kakoullis has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Moore.
Kakoullis throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Moore stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Moore misses with a looping right.
Moore throws the kick towards the body but Kakoullis avoids it.
Moore throws a body shot but no joy.
Moore throws a low kick but Kakoullis moves out of range easily.
Moore looks to score with a jab to the body but Kakoullis is just out of range.
A low kick from Moore misses
letting Kakoullis counter with a right hand.
Moore slips under a jab.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Moore tries to land a body kick
and Kakoullis counters with a body kick that stops Moore in his tracks momentarily.
Moore is looking to chop away at Kakoullis's legs.
Kakoullis jabs Moore right on the nose. Moore blinks but takes it well.#T2#
Moore slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Moore has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Kakoullis lands a jab.
A shot to the liver by Moore. Beautiful body shot.
Kakoullis lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Kakoullis takes a jab right on the kisser.
Moore takes a swing at Kakoullis's ribcage but misses.
A slow jab from Moore misses its intended target.
Moore tries to clinch up but Kakoullis circles away and keeps his distance.
Kakoullis lands a jab.
Moore fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kakoullis manages to avoid it.
Kakoullis throws out a counter right but Moore avoids it with no problem.
Moore tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kakoullis was well out of range. Poor timing from Moore.
Kakoullis thinks about the counter body kick.
Moore pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Moore is looking to wear down Kakoullis with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Good work by Kakoullis as he checks the leg kick.
Moore looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Moore comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Jab, jab by Moore - just one landing. #T3#
Kakoullis lands a lovely overhand right.
Moore connects with a solid leg kick.
Kakoullis keeps the fight on the outside.
Kakoullis flicks out a counter leg kick but Moore steps away.
Kakoullis cracks Moore with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
A jab from Moore finds it's way through Kakoullis's defenses. #CUT#
It looks like Sotiris Kakoullis has been cut.
Moore slips a jab from Kakoullis.
Moore wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Kakoullis rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Moore moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Kakoullis looks to score with a jab to the body but Moore is just out of range.
Kakoullis stuns Moore with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Kakoullis misses with a hook.
Kakoullis lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Moore throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kakoullis jabs at Moore's body.
Kakoullis avoids the body shot from Moore.
Kakoullis throws a sloppy head kick
and Moore counters with a left to the body.
Moore will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Moore misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis scores with a hook to the body. Moore takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. #T4#
Moore misses with a low kick as Kakoullis jumps back.
Kakoullis moves out of range as Moore strikes.
Kakoullis is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Moore had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
Moore takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Moore misses with a hook.
Moore misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis lands a high kick!
Moore's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Kakoullis connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Moore scrambles back to his feet.
Archie Moore seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Moore throws an off balance right hand
and Kakoullis counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Moore.
Moore scores with a nice body kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kakoullis. Moore does a little dance to reset his feet.
Moore moves out of range of the leg kick from Kakoullis.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Moore bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Moore ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Moore lands with a kick to the ribs.
A telegraphed right hand from Moore misses the target.
Kakoullis flicks out a counter leg kick but Moore steps away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Archie Moore will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Sotiris Kakoullis's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Moore bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Kakoullis misses with an attempted mid kick.
Moore swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Moore misses with a wild body shot.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Moore crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Kakoullis - the referee stops the clock and Moore gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Kakoullis. Moore manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
The fighters circle momentarily. Kakoullis darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Moore lands a glancing blow to the side of Kakoullis's head.
Moore ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Kakoullis throws a combination that misses
and Moore counters with an inside leg kick.
Moore is looking to clinch but Kakoullis is avoiding it.
Kakoullis scores with the left hand. Moore knows he should have avoided that one.
Kakoullis moves out of range of the body kick.
Kakoullis moves away from the strike by Moore.
Kakoullis looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kakoullis takes a swing at Moore's ribcage but misses.
A lazy body kick from Moore
and Kakoullis counters with an outside leg kick.
A head kick misses from Moore.
Kakoullis ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.#T1#
Kakoullis throws a leg kick but Moore sees it coming and moves out of range.
Moore swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Moore throws a leg kick that is checked
and Kakoullis makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Kakoullis gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Moore throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kakoullis explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Kakoullis lands a really nice looking cross but Moore seems unphased.
Moore walks forward, straight into a front kick from Kakoullis.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Kakoullis throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Moore keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Moore is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Kakoullis scores with a nice body kick.
Moore checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Moore is looking to counter punch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kakoullis missing with a left hand there. Moore was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Moore throws a hook but Kakoullis blocks it.
Moore throws a half hearted mid kick.#T2#
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Moore crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Kakoullis - the referee stops the clock and Moore gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Kakoullis. Moore manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Kakoullis tries to land a front kick but Moore steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Moore was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Kakoullis.
Kakoullis scores with a nice right hand.
Kakoullis with a hook.
Moore will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Kakoullis throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Kakoullis throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Kakoullis lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Moore tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Kakoullis looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Kakoullis connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Moore's hands.
Moore tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kakoullis was well out of range. Poor timing from Moore.
Kakoullis scores with a hook to the body. Moore takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Kakoullis misses with a leg kick.
Kakoullis misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
An attempted straight right counter from Moore misses the target.
Moore throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kakoullis moves out of range of the strikes.#T3#
Kakoullis connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Moore cracks a nice hook into Kakoullis's ribs.
Jab from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis misses with a kick to the body.
Kakoullis fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Moore on the side of the head.
Kakoullis looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Kakoullis.
Moore blocks the body kick.
A little feinted left hand from Moore on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Kakoullis misses with a looping right.
Moore misses with a wild body shot.
Kakoullis loads up on a big right hand but Moore slips the punch.
Moore scores with a nice body kick.
Moore connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Moore lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Moore swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A clash of legs there as Moore blocks the low kick.#T4#
Kakoullis scores with a kick to the body.
Kakoullis throws a low kick but Moore avoids it.
Moore throws the kick towards the body but Kakoullis avoids it.
Kakoullis lands a body shot.
Moore throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Moore tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Moore slips a straight right by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis moves out of range as Moore throws a body kick.
A solid leg kick lands there for Kakoullis.
Kakoullis lands a nice leg kick that just misses Moore's sensitive parts.
Moore looks to land a body kick but Kakoullis moved away.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A nice inside leg kick there by Kakoullis. That's going to slow Moore down.
Moore bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Kakoullis's head backwards.
Moore throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Moore thuds a left hand into Kakoullis's body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sotiris Kakoullis showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Sotiris Kakoullis's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Kakoullis keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Moore.
Kakoullis throws a body kick that misses
and Moore cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Moore throws a lazy body kick
enabling Kakoullis to counter with a crisp jab.
Kakoullis throws a lazy right hand but Moore sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Moore throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Kakoullis counters with a one-two to the body.
Kakoullis throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Moore throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kakoullis counters with a body kick.
Kakoullis comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Moore on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Kakoullis. Kakoullis obviously looking to wear him down.
Moore moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Moore throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kakoullis checks a leg kick.
Moore wants to clinch.
Moore is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Moore avoids the head kick by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis looks to land a left hand but Moore moved out of range nicely.#T1#
Moore tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Kakoullis manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Moore uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kakoullis.
A bone on bone clash there as Kakoullis blocks the leg kick.
Moore connects with a single shot there.
Kakoullis wants to land a leg kick but Moore is out of range.
Moore tries to clinch up.
Kakoullis pulls out of a head kick attempt.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Moore might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Moore works the jab nicely.
Moore moves out of range of the body kick from Kakoullis.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Kakoullis.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Kakoullis.
Moore tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kakoullis was well out of range. Poor timing from Moore.
A good leg kick by Kakoullis.
Moore scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Kakoullis fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.#T2#
Kakoullis thumps Moore with a low kick.
Kakoullis jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Moore throws a hook but Kakoullis blocks it.
Moore steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kakoullis.#CL#
Moore gets in close and instigates a clinch.
A short body shot lands from Kakoullis as the two fighters clinch.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#BC#
Moore breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
A solid leg kick lands there for Kakoullis.
Nice body punch from Kakoullis.
Moore moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Moore looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Kakoullis cracks Moore with an open hand slap.
Moore checks a low kick from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis scoring well with a low kick there.
Kakoullis has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Moore avoids the body shot from Kakoullis.
A quick step to the side and Moore tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
A lazy left from Kakoullis finds it's target.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Moore, right into the meat. #T3#
A thudding body kick lands there by Kakoullis!
Moore ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kakoullis moves away.
Kakoullis looks for the body kick but Moore saw that one coming.
Kakoullis misses with a double jab.
Moore appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Moore keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Kakoullis scores with a jab.
Moore tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kakoullis was well out of range. Poor timing from Moore.
Moore shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Moore throws a push kick but Kakoullis slaps the foot to one side.
Moore wants to clinch.
Kakoullis swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Moore misses with a looping left.
Moore misses with a body kick.
Kakoullis throws a body punch but Moore moves out of range. #T4#
Kakoullis moves out of range as Moore throws a body kick.
Good exchange - Kakoullis coming out on top.
A swing and a miss from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis scores with a jab.
Sotiris Kakoullis seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Moore takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kakoullis scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Decent striking displayed by Kakoullis there.
Moore feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Kakoullis's calf.
Moore fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Kakoullis looks to throw the jab but Moore is out of range.
Kakoullis tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Moore was well out of range. Poor timing from Kakoullis.
Moore throws a lazy uppercut
and Kakoullis counters with a left to the body.
Moore misses with a body shot.
A jab from Kakoullis misses.
Moore looks to score with a jab to the body but Kakoullis is just out of range.
Moore lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.

And that's the end of the fight!
Sotiris Kakoullis comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Kakoullis has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 28:29
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 28:29
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sotiris Kakoullis!
During a confident post fight interview, Sotiris Kakoullis thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
Archie Moore spoke after the fight, saying 'Ugh'.

Event: NYFN Legends Tournament r. 7
Date: Feb 04, 2018

#R1#
Kakoullis thuds his shin into the meat of Origi's side.
Kakoullis throws a nice outside leg kick.
Jab, jab by Origi - just one landing.
Kakoullis misses with a wild combination.
Origi is looking to counter punch.
Kakoullis shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Kakoullis misses with a wild body shot.
Nice defenses there by Kakoullis.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Kakoullis! But no joy.
Kakoullis has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Kakoullis connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
A jab from Origi misses.
Sotiris Kakoullis seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kakoullis tries a head kick but it misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Origi tries to close the distance and clinch up but Kakoullis swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Origi slips a straight right by Kakoullis.
Origi uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis checks a low kick from Origi.
Origi connects with a body shot that sends Kakoullis's belly button to the back.#T1#
Kakoullis throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Kakoullis slips a straight right by Origi.
Kakoullis misses with an uppercut. Origi saw that one coming.
Kakoullis misses with a leg kick
and Origi counters with a good, hard body kick but Kakoullis shrugs it off.
Kakoullis thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kakoullis misses with a kick to the body.
As Kakoullis backs away, Origi returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Origi throws a wild body kick that Kakoullis sees coming a mile off.
Kakoullis misses with a body kick.
Origi slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.#CUT#
It looks like Sotiris Kakoullis has been cut.
Kakoullis moves out of range as Origi throws a body kick.
Kakoullis throws a poor cross that misses
and Origi counters with a straight right hand.
Origi stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Kakoullis.
Nice defenses there by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis throws a front kick aimed at Origi's knee but Origi avoids it well. #T2#
A punch lands to the side of Origi 's head but he takes it in his stride.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kakoullis throws a sloppy head kick and Origi moves out of range easily.
Origi looks to throw the jab but Kakoullis is out of range.
Origi throws a looping overhand right but Kakoullis ducks down to avoid it.
Kakoullis defending well as Origi loads up on a big left hand.
Kakoullis listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Origi loads up on a big right hand but Kakoullis slips the punch.
Origi checks the leg kick.
Kakoullis fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Origi throws a head kick that misses. #CL#
Kakoullis tries to keep at a distance but Origi has taken the fight into the clinch.
Origi lands a hook to the side of the head.
Origi scores with a shoulder strike.
Origi throws a punch but it's blocked by Kakoullis. #T3#
Kakoullis holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Origi misses with a short punch on the inside. #BC2#
Kakoullis pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Origi fails to land with a series of punches.
Origi has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Kakoullis.
Origi's jab looks to have found its range, popping Kakoullis under the eye.
Kakoullis cracks Origi with a right hand to the side of the head.
Kakoullis misses with a body kick.
Origi moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Origi - that will leave a mark!
Origi on the wrong end of a nice hook.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Kakoullis.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Kakoullis.
Kakoullis throws a body kick that misses. #T4#
Kakoullis shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Origi eats them both and turns towards Kakoullis to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Kakoullis misses with a combination
and Origi counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Kakoullis finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Origi uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kakoullis.
Origi is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Kakoullis misses with a wild combination.
Origi throws a leg kick that misses.
Kakoullis works Origi's body with a nice hook.
Kakoullis takes one to the chin there.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Origi throws a sloppy head kick and Kakoullis moves out of range easily.
Origi misses with a looping left.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Sotiris Kakoullis will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Sotiris Kakoullis's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Origi misses with an uppercut. Kakoullis saw that one coming.
Origi throws the left hand but Kakoullis avoids the punch easily.
Kakoullis fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Kakoullis looks to land a body kick but Origi moved away.
A right-left combo lands from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis throws a nice inside leg kick.
Origi tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Kakoullis misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
A little feinted left hand from Origi on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Kakoullis looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Kakoullis moves out of range of the strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kakoullis misses with a left hand
and Origi makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Kakoullis throws a right hand that misses
and Origi counters with a straight right hand.
Kakoullis throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kakoullis jabs Origi to the body, keeping him at a distance.#T1#
Origi slips under a jab.
Kakoullis goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Origi waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kakoullis.
Kakoullis lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Kakoullis misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Origi feints and then cracks Kakoullis's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Kakoullis down.
Kakoullis moves forwards but Origi connects with a nice, crisp jab.
A cross from Kakoullis lands.
Origi takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Sotiris Kakoullis seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Kakoullis misses with an uppercut.
Kakoullis lands a right hook to the body.
Origi will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Kakoullis moves out of range of the strikes.
Origi misses with a looping left.#T2#
Nice body kick there by Origi.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A nice leg kick lands there from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Kakoullis thows a body kick. Origi tries to catch it but that hurt him.
A telegraphed right hand from Origi misses the target.
Kakoullis blocks a jab.
Kakoullis throws a right hand that misses
and Origi counters with a nice uppercut.
Origi throws a head kick that misses.
Kakoullis thows a leg kick but Origi checks it
enabling Origi to counter with a crisp jab.
Origi plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!#CUT#
That has opened up Sotiris Kakoullis's cut even more.
Kakoullis lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Kakoullis throws a hook to the side of Origi's head but Origi sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Origi is looking for a counter combo.
Nice body punch from Origi. #T3#
Kakoullis throws a body kick that misses.
Kakoullis tries a low kick but Origi avoids it.
Origi looks to land a left hand but Kakoullis moved out of range nicely.
Kakoullis lands with a nice combination. Origi backs away looking to recover.
Origi blocks a jab.
Kakoullis connects with a body shot.
Origi takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Kakoullis throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Kakoullis avoids a punch combination nicely.
Kakoullis finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Origi throws an off balance right hand
and Kakoullis counters with a low kick, right behind Origi 's knee.
A cross from Origi lands.#T4#
Kakoullis tries a head kick but it misses.
Origi throwing a counter right hand but Kakoullis manages to avoid it.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kakoullis keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kakoullis lands a nice looking body kick.
Kakoullis throws a body shot but no joy.
Kakoullis throws a leg kick
and Origi counters with a stiff right hand.
Origi is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Kakoullis connects with a jab.
Origi tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Kakoullis doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Kakoullis throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kakoullis looking to land some kicks to the body here.
The fighters circle momentarily. Kakoullis darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Kakoullis throws out a powerful jab.
Origi misses with an uppercut
and Kakoullis counters with a nice body kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sotiris Kakoullis showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Sotiris Kakoullis's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R3#
Origi misses with an uppercut. Kakoullis saw that one coming.
Kakoullis scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Origi throws a jab when Kakoullis was well out of range.
Origi has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Kakoullis finds it's way round the side to connect with Origi's head.
Kakoullis buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Kakoullis works Origi's body with a nice hook.
Origi misses with a looping left.
Kakoullis avoids the head kick by Origi.
Kakoullis scores with a nice head shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Origi takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Kakoullis defending well as Origi loads up on a big left hand.
Kakoullis lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
A low kick from Kakoullis is predictable there
and Origi counters with a straight right hand.#T1#
Kakoullis waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Origi.
Kakoullis cracks a nice hook into Origi's ribs.
Origi waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kakoullis.
Kakoullis misses with a body punch
and Origi connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Origi throws a low kick but Kakoullis avoids it.
Origi lands a jab.
Origi tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Kakoullis throws a leg kick but Origi sees it coming and moves out of range.
Origi takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Kakoullis misses with a hook. Origi ducked under it nicely.
Origi swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Origi pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #T2#
Origi misses with a hook.
A head kick misses from Kakoullis.
Origi takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Kakoullis misses with a hook
and Origi counters with a good low kick that Kakoullis was not able to check.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kakoullis throws a head kick that misses.
Origi fires out a quick counter leg kick but Kakoullis just manages to avoid it.
Origi misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Kakoullis takes a swing at Origi's ribcage but misses.
Origi throws a nice head kick!
A slow jab from Kakoullis misses its intended target.
Origi slips under a jab from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Origi momentarily.
Kakoullis throws a hook to the side of Origi's head but Origi sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#T3#
Kakoullis throws a low kick, looking for Origi's leg but Origi calmly moves out of range.
Origi throwing a counter right hand but Kakoullis manages to avoid it.
A low kick from Kakoullis is predictable there
and Origi counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Kakoullis thuds his shin into the meat of Origi's side.
Kakoullis connects with an inside leg kick.
A nice leg kick lands there from Kakoullis.
Origi uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kakoullis.
Origi throws a right and a left that Kakoullis avoids nicely.
Kakoullis with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Origi blocks a head kick by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis throws a body shot but no joy.
Kakoullis throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Origi throws a series of punches but Kakoullis avoids them all with ease.
Origi takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #T4#
A chopping leg kick lands by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis lands a head shot.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Origi thumps Kakoullis with a low kick.
Kakoullis misses with a hook.
Kakoullis throws out a loose jab but Origi uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kakoullis misses with a body shot.
Origi half committed to a counter leg kick.
Origi throws a shot from downtown. Kakoullis moves away and avoids it.
Origi moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Origi dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Origi throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kakoullis let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Kakoullis lands a head shot.
Origi misses with a lunging right hand
enabling Kakoullis to counter with a crisp jab.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sotiris Kakoullis really dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Sotiris Kakoullis's cut.
That's time! Origi's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R4#
Origi misses with an uppercut
and Kakoullis counters with a stiff right hand.
Origi throws a poor cross that misses
and Kakoullis connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Kakoullis dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Origi. That did some damage!
Kakoullis lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Kakoullis throws a leg kick but Origi moved away.
Origi was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
A nice leg kick lands there from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Origi moves away.
Kakoullis dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Origi. That did some damage!
Kakoullis tries a head kick but it misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kakoullis swings widly with a right hand
and Origi counters with a straight right hand.
Origi throws a big shot that misses.
Kakoullis moves out of range as Origi throws a body kick.
Origi looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Kakoullis is looking to slow Origi down with leg kicks. #T1#
Kakoullis throws a leg kick
and Origi cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Origi looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Kakoullis was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Origi keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Kakoullis digs a good hook to Origi's body.
A telegraphed right hand from Kakoullis misses the target.
A big right from Origi misses.
Kakoullis tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Origi is able to avoid easily.
Kakoullis has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Kakoullis there as he acknowledges the shot.
Kakoullis cracks the inside of Origi's front leg.
Origi throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kakoullis lands a nice hook to Origi's body. Origi takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Kakoullis stuns Origi with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.#T2#
Origi misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kakoullis.
Origi throws a shot from downtown. Kakoullis moves away and avoids it.
Kakoullis misses the jab.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Kakoullis is looking to score with low kicks.
Nice defenses there by Origi.
Kakoullis throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Kakoullis misses the jab.
Kakoullis defending well as Origi loads up on a big left hand.
Kakoullis fakes the leg kick and cracks Origi in the body.
Kakoullis moves out of range as Origi strikes.
Kakoullis ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kakoullis lands a jab.#T3#
Kakoullis throws an off balance right hand
and Origi counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Origi looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Kakoullis scores with a jab to the head.
Kakoullis moves out of range of the body kick.
A nice leg kick lands there from Origi.
Kakoullis throws a low kick but it's checked well by Origi.
Origi misses with a body kick.
Origi blocks the body kick.
Origi scores with the left hand. Kakoullis knows he should have avoided that one.
Kakoullis uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Origi.
Kakoullis follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Kakoullis lands with a slapping head kick.
Kakoullis cracks Origi with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.#T4#
Kakoullis cracks the inside of Origi's front leg.
Kakoullis uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Origi.
Kakoullis uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Origi.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kakoullis ducks under a wild hook from Origi.
A clash of legs there as Kakoullis blocks the low kick.
Origi misses with a lunging right hand
and Kakoullis counters with a nice uppercut.
Kakoullis lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Kakoullis bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Kakoullis uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Origi.
Origi on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Kakoullis throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Origi sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Origi appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
A slapping leg kick lands for Kakoullis.
Origi connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sotiris Kakoullis dominated that fourth round.
The cut man is working on Sotiris Kakoullis's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!
#R5#
Kakoullis works over Origi's head and body with a nice combination.
Kakoullis misses with a jab to the body
and Origi counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Kakoullis throws a hook but Origi avoids it easily.
Kakoullis bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Origi's head.
Kakoullis scores with a jab. Origi acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Kakoullis takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Origi throws a leg kick but Kakoullis sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Kakoullis pivots, looking for a leg kick but Origi is out of range and Kakoullis settles back down.
Kakoullis has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Kakoullis throws a leg kick which misses Origi's front leg but catches the back leg as Origi tries to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Origi swings widly with a right hand
and Kakoullis connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Kakoullis keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Kakoullis takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kakoullis throws a head kick but Origi moves out of range. #T1#
Origi avoids a kick to the body.
Kakoullis walks into a straight right hand from Origi.
Some wild striking there from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Origi checks it well.
Origi just misses with a punch to the body.
Kakoullis misses with a body kick.
Kakoullis jabs Origi to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Kakoullis lands a nice leg kick that just misses Origi's sensitive parts.
Origi tries to land a front kick but Kakoullis steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Origi moves out of range of the body kick from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis scores with a sloppy right hand. Origi should have avoided that one.
Divock Origi has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Sotiris Kakoullis is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Origi lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Origi connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Kakoullis fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Kakoullis misses with an uppercut
enabling Origi to counter with a crisp jab.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jab, jab by Origi - just one landing. #CUT#
The cut above Sotiris Kakoullis's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Kakoullis throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Origi quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Origi on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Kakoullis lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Origi connects with a looping right hand.
Origi ducks under a wild hook from Kakoullis.
Origi takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Kakoullis misses with a kick to the body. #T3#
Kakoullis swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kakoullis lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Kakoullis.#KD#
Oooooh!!! Origi has knocked Kakoullis down with a huge combo! Origi steps away and waves a wobbly Kakoullis back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#ROC#
Kakoullis is rocked!
Origi throws a leg kick
and Kakoullis counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Kakoullis is still on wobbly legs! Can Origi finish him?
Origi on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Kakoullis seems to have recovered his senses.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kakoullis buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Kakoullis throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kakoullis takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
A low kick from Origi is predictable there
and Kakoullis cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Origi throws a series of punches but Kakoullis moves out of range.
Kakoullis throws out a counter right but Origi avoids it with no problem.
Kakoullis waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Origi.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Origi.#CUT#
Sotiris Kakoullis's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.#T4#
Kakoullis fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Origi is out of range.
Kakoullis throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Origi's head.
Origi keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Kakoullis lands a jab to the head.
Origi throws a shot from downtown. Kakoullis moves away and avoids it.
Kakoullis throws a right and a left that both miss.
Kakoullis chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Origi can pounce on him.
Origi misses the shot to the body.
Kakoullis throws a push kick but Origi slaps the foot to one side.
Origi throws a shot from downtown. Kakoullis moves away and avoids it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kakoullis cracks the inside of Origi's front leg.
Origi misses with a hook
and Kakoullis counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Kakoullis misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.

And that's the end of the fight!
Sotiris Kakoullis comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Kakoullis winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Alyssa Summers scores the fight 45:50
Judge Reed Andrews scores the fight 46:50
Judge Steve Montenegro scores the fight 46:49

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sotiris Kakoullis!
A victorious Sotiris Kakoullis thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
Divock Origi spoke after the fight, saying 'I have the upmost respect for you Klatz. Congrats! '.

Event: Syn 561 - Any Given Day
Date: Jan 19, 2018

#R1#
Kakoullis fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Karelis checks it well.
Karelis tries to counter by closing the distance.
Karelis on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Karelis throws a push kick but Kakoullis slaps the foot to one side.
Karelis looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Kakoullis scores with a jab to the head.
Karelis throws a right hand that misses
and Kakoullis counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Karelis throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kakoullis ducks under a wild hook from Karelis.
Karelis avoids the body shot from Kakoullis.
Karelis chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Kakoullis can pounce on him. #CL2#
Karelis clinches with his opponent.
Karelis tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Kakoullis misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kakoullis scores with a shoulder strike.
Karelis misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Kakoullis.
Karelis lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty! #CUT2#
It looks like Sotiris Kakoullis has been cut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Karelis misses with a knee to the head.
Karelis lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Kakoullis is struggling to control the position.#BC#
Kakoullis pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Kostas Karelis seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
Kakoullis thumps Karelis with a low kick.
Kakoullis ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Kakoullis connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.#CUT#
It looks like Kostas Karelis has been cut.
Kakoullis looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Karelis blocks the body kick.
Kakoullis looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Karelis lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Karelis moves out of range as Kakoullis throws a body kick.
Kakoullis throws a low kick but Karelis moves out of range easily.
Kakoullis is looking to land body kicks.
A little jabbing left from Karelis on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Kakoullis has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Gym Beam in the buildup to the fight.
Kakoullis throws a half hearted mid kick.
Karelis checks the leg kick nicely there. #KD#
Kakoullis cracks Karelis with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Kakoullis has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Karelis to stand back up!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Karelis misses the jab.
Karelis throws a right hand that misses
and Kakoullis counters with a straight right hand.#ROC#
Karelis is rocked!
Are you kidding me?! Kakoullis ducked down and unloaded an uppercut from hell that sent Karelis clean off his feet! Someone make me a GIF - that's knockout of the night for sure!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Sotiris Kakoullis!
During a confident post fight interview, Sotiris Kakoullis thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: Syn 556 - Legerity
Date: Dec 16, 2017

#R1#
Kakoullis just misses with a punch to the body.
Kakoullis jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Kakoullis misses with a body kick.
Kakoullis looks to land a body kick but Nixon moved away.
Nixon cracks Kakoullis with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Kakoullis tries to land a leg kick but Nixon saw it coming and moves away.
Nixon cracks Kakoullis with a good jab.
Nixon moves out of range of the body kick from Kakoullis.
Nixon scoring well with a low kick there.
Kakoullis has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Nixon blocks the body kick.
Kakoullis throws a lazy right hand but Nixon sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Kakoullis thows a leg kick but Nixon checks it
and Nixon counters with a nice uppercut. #CUT#
It looks like Sotiris Kakoullis has been cut.
Kakoullis lands a slapping body shot.
Kakoullis falls off balance throwing a combination
and Nixon counters with a good low kick that Kakoullis was not able to check.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A big left from Kakoullis misses.
Kakoullis throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Nixon sees it coming and avoids it easily.
It looked like Nixon wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#T1#
Kakoullis lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Nixon jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Kakoullis throws a half hearted mid kick.
Nixon checks the leg kick nicely there.
Kakoullis lands a head kick. Nixon smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Kakoullis misses with a body kick.
Kakoullis throws a leg kick
and Nixon counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Nixon throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kakoullis sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Kakoullis misses with a wild body shot.
Nixon throws a hook but Kakoullis blocks it.
Kakoullis throws a head kick that misses.
Nixon is looking to chop away at Kakoullis's legs.
Nixon connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Nixon misses with a low kick as Kakoullis jumps back.
Nixon ducks under a wild hook from Kakoullis.
Nixon has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Little Lebowski Urban Achievers in the buildup to the fight.
Nice shot lands for Kakoullis.#T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nixon blocks a low kick nicely.
A bone on bone clash there as Nixon blocks the leg kick.
Nixon keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kakoullis.
Nixon throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Kakoullis throws a right and a left that Nixon avoids nicely.
Kakoullis throws a leg kick
and Nixon makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Nixon throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Kakoullis stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Nixon uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis throws a leg kick that is checked
and Nixon counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Nixon avoids the body shot from Kakoullis.
It looked like Nixon wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Kakoullis lands a nice shot to the body.
Nixon throws a good cross that connects.
Kakoullis throws a hook but Nixon blocks it.
Nixon throws a series of punches but Kakoullis avoids them all with ease.
Kakoullis counters with a body kick.
Kakoullis shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Nixon throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range. #T3#
Kakoullis misses with a kick to the body.
Kakoullis throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Nixon looks to throw the jab but Kakoullis is out of range.
Nixon drops his hands momentarily and Kakoullis takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Kakoullis misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Kakoullis takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Sotiris Kakoullis seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nixon chopping away at his opponent's legs. #CL#
Nixon clinches.
Nixon's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Nice body punch from Nixon - that landed with a thud.
Nixon tries a body shot but Kakoullis blocks it.
Nixon swings wildly with an uppercut but Kakoullis uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kakoullis wants to get back to striking at distance but Nixon won't allow it.
Nixon lands a hook that snaps the head of Kakoullis backwards.
Nixon tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Kakoullis blocks a punch to the side of the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nixon lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #T4#
Kakoullis blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Kakoullis tries to throw a body punch but Nixon avoids it by throwing Kakoullis back against the cage.
Nixon taking a breather.
Nixon lands with a short head shot on the inside. #CUT#
That has opened up Sotiris Kakoullis's cut even more.
Nixon pushes Kakoullis back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Nixon working some nice short punches in the clinch.
A shot in the inside from Nixon.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Nixon.
Nixon tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Nixon taking a breather.
Nixon tries a body shot but Kakoullis blocks it.
Good body shot from Nixon.
Nixon throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Kakoulliss head. #BC#
Nixon breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Nixon will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kakoullis uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Nixon.
Kakoullis looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Nixon throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Evil Nixon dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Sotiris Kakoullis's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Nixon misses the jab.
Kakoullis looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Nixon avoids the body shot from Kakoullis.
Nixon throws the left hand but Kakoullis avoids the punch easily.
Kakoullis walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Nixon walks into a jab.
Nixon ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kakoullis moves away.
Evil Nixon is winning the standup battle so far.
Kakoullis fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
A jab from Nixon does it's job there.
Nixon lands with a cross.
Nixon takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Kakoullis looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nixon lands with an uppercut that bounces Kakoullis off the cage and back into range.
Nixon throws a head kick that misses.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Nixon.
Kakoullis tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.#T1#
Nixon misses with a straight left.
Kakoullis waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Nixon.
Kakoullis misses with a head kick.
Nixon is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kakoullis can do to turn this around?
A solid leg kick lands there for Kakoullis.
Kakoullis is looking to land body kicks.
Nixon misses with a looping right.
Nixon takes a swing at Kakoullis's ribcage but misses.
Kakoullis pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Kakoullis will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
A little feinted left hand from Nixon on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Kakoullis throws a shot to the body.
Kakoullis connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Kakoullis wants to land a leg kick but Nixon is out of range.
Nice cross by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis throws a push kick but Nixon slaps the foot to one side.
Nixon lands with a nice body punch. #T2#
Nixon is looking to score with low kicks.
Nixon tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Kakoullis manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
A swing and a miss from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Nixon manages to avoid it.
Nixon jabbing away but nothing is landing.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kakoullis defending well as Nixon loads up on a big left hand.
Kakoullis tries to score with a low kick but Nixon moves his leg out of the way.
Nixon swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Nixon connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Kakoullis moves forwards but Nixon connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Nixon uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kakoullis.#CL#
Kakoullis gets tackled into the cage by Nixon. Nixon maintains the clinch.
Kakoullis lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Nixon tries to throw a body punch but Kakoullis avoids it by throwing Nixon back against the cage.
Nixon misses with a punch on the inside.
Nixon has a couple of punches blocked by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis blocks an uppercut. #T3##BC2#
Kakoullis breaks from the clinch.
Nixon keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab. #CUT#
The cut above Sotiris Kakoullis's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Nixon misses with an attempted mid kick.
A leg kick checked by Nixon.
Kakoullis pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Nixon slips under a jab from Kakoullis.
Nixon fires out a quick counter leg kick but Kakoullis just manages to avoid it.#CL#
Nixon gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Kakoullis lands a left hand.
A left hand lands to the body for Kakoullis.
A right hand to the body from Nixon.
Nixon goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Nixon lands a hook that snaps the head of Kakoullis backwards.
Kakoullis misses with some punches.
Nixon pushes Kakoullis back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Kakoullis is breathing heavily.
Kakoullis prevents a body shot from Nixon.
Nixon working aggressively here.
Nixon's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.#T4#
Nixon lands with a light punch inside.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nixon lands a left hand that snaps the head of Kakoullis backwards.
Nixon misses with a short punch on the inside.
Nixon lands a body punch in the clinch.
Kakoullis takes a shot to the head.
Nixon misses with a hook to the ribs.
Nixon blocks a body shot from Kakoullis.
Nixon struggles to land a body shot inside as Kakoullis controls his hands.
Nixon can't find room to land a body shot as Kakoullis controls the action.
Nixon misses with a punch on the inside.
Nixon lands a left hand that snaps the head of Kakoullis backwards.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Nixon.
Nixon swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Nixon.
Nixon doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kakoullis pushes Nixon back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
A short right from Kakoullis on the inside.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Evil Nixon dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Sotiris Kakoullis's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R3#
Crunch! Nixon slams his shin into Kakoullis's torso.#CL#
Nixon moves into the clinch.
Evil Nixon has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Nixon takes a shot to the head. #BC2#
Kakoullis breaks from the clinch.
Nixon throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Kakoullis stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Kakoullis gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Nixon.
Nixon tried to score with a low kick but Kakoullis checks it.
Nixon looks for the body kick but Kakoullis saw that one coming.
Nixon tries to clinch
letting Kakoullis counter with a right hand.
Nixon jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Kakoullis looks to land a body kick but Nixon moved away.
Nixon avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A looping hook to the body misses from Nixon. Kakoullis does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kakoullis misses with a body kick.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Nixon with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Kakoullis takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Nixon tries to clinch there but Kakoullis circles away. #T1#
Kakoullis misses with a looping left.#CL#
Nixon fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Kakoullis, pushing him back against the cage.
Nixon digs a right hand underneath Kakoullis's ribcage. Kakoullis let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Kakoullis blocks a body shot from Nixon.
Nixon lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Nixon lands a left hand.
A hook to the body from Nixon.
Nixon can't find room to land a body shot as Kakoullis controls the action.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
A short right from Nixon on the inside. #CUT#
Sotiris Kakoullis's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.
Nixon lands a hook that snaps the head of Kakoullis backwards.
Nixon goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Kakoullis can't break the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Nixon fails to land.
Nixon tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A right handed body shot lands from Nixon.
Nixon tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T2#
Nixon working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
A head punch on the inside from Kakoullis fails to land.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kakoullis can't find room to land a body shot as Nixon controls the action.
Nixon working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Kakoullis throws a punch but it's blocked by Nixon.
Nixon tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Nixon scores with a shot to the side of Kakoullis's head.

The referee calls the doctor in to look at Sotiris Kakoullis's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:31 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Evil Nixon!
Evil Nixon retains his light heavyweight title!
Evil Nixon seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: Syn 552 - Apathetic
Date: Nov 10, 2017

#R1#
Kakoullis tries to land a leg kick but Lillard saw it coming and moves away.
Kakoullis connects with a leg kick. Lillard looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Kakoullis uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Lillard.
Lillard takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Sotiris Kakoullis seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kakoullis misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lillard.
Kakoullis throws a good cross that connects.
That kick from Kakoullis tenderised Lillard's leg. Lillard is trying to keep his angry face on.
Kakoullis scores with a nice right hand.
Kakoullis paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Lillard tries to clinch up.
Kakoullis seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Kakoullis with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
A jab from Kakoullis finds it's way through Lillard's defenses.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A chopping leg kick lands by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis looks to score with a jab to the body but Lillard is just out of range.
Lillard takes a swing at Kakoullis's ribcage but misses.
Kakoullis lands a leg kick that knocks Lillard off balance momentarily.
Lillard moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Lillard misses with a looping right.#T1#
A chopping leg kick lands by Kakoullis.
Lillard is looking to clinch.
Kakoullis feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Lillard misses with an attempted mid kick.
Kakoullis checks a low kick from Lillard.
Kakoullis lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Kakoullis throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Kakoullis scores with a shot to the body.
Kakoullis avoids a kick to the body.
Lillard throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Kakoullis throws a body punch but Lillard moves out of range.
Lillard misses with a body shot.
Lillard looks for the body kick but Kakoullis saw that one coming.
Lillard misses with an attempted mid kick.
Kakoullis throws a front kick aimed at Lillard's knee but Lillard avoids it well.
Lillard on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Lillard misses with a body shot
and Kakoullis counters with a straight right hand.#T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lillard lets loose with a powerful body kick. Kakoullis will feel that in the morning.
Lillard throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kakoullis throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Lillard buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Lillard sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Kakoullis throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kakoullis backing away here, and Lillard unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Kakoullis fails to land with a series of punches.
A swing and a miss from Lillard.
Kakoullis lands a jab.
Lillard throws a low kick but Kakoullis moves out of range easily.
Lillard throws a body shot but no joy.
Kakoullis misses with a hook to the body
and Lillard counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Lillard throws a body punch but Kakoullis moves out of range.
Lillard throws a good cross that connects.
Kakoullis tries to land a leg kick but Lillard saw it coming and moves away. #T3#
Lillard misses with an uppercut. Kakoullis saw that one coming.
Lillard lands with a kick to the temple. Kakoullis shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Kakoullis lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Lillard has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Lillard and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Kakoullis on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Lillard throws a lazy body kick
and Kakoullis counters with a thumping low kick.
Lillard is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Kakoullis rather than just go for the knockout.
Kakoullis ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Kakoullis lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Lillard avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Lillard moves away from the strike by Kakoullis.
A little jabbing left from Lillard on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Lillard pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Kakoullis looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Lillard looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Kakoullis throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Lillard appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Lillard throws an overhand right that lands on Kakoullis's shoulder, as Kakoullis tries to avoid the shot.
Kakoullis fires out a quick counter leg kick but Lillard just manages to avoid it.
Lillard throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lillard pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Kakoullis's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Lillard connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Kakoullis scrambles back to his feet.#T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lillard moves away from the strike by Kakoullis.
Lillard misses with a kick to the body.
Kakoullis uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Lillard.
Lillard takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Kakoullis tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lillard was well out of range. Poor timing from Kakoullis.
Lillard wants to counter with a clinch but Kakoullis pushes him away.
Lillard misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis lands with a good body shot.
Lillard throws a push kick but Kakoullis slaps the foot to one side.
Lillard takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Nice body kick there by Kakoullis.
Lillard feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Kakoullis's calf.
Kakoullis shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lillard dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Kakoullis. That did some damage!
Lillard cracks the inside of Kakoullis's front leg.
Lillard pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
A quick step to the side and Kakoullis tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lillard tries to close the distance and clinch up but Kakoullis swats him away and circles back towards the center.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sotiris Kakoullis dominated that round.
That's time! Kakoullis's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Kakoullis lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Lillard looks to score with a jab to the body but Kakoullis is just out of range.
Lillard ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kakoullis moves away.
Kakoullis uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Lillard checks the leg kick nicely there.
Kakoullis is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Lillard can do to turn this around?
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Kakoullis. Lillard shrugs it off though.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with eachother but Lillard might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Kakoullis has got the better of the exchanges.
Lillard moves out of range of the body kick from Kakoullis.
Lillard pivots, looking for a leg kick but Kakoullis is out of range and Lillard settles back down.
A left lands for Kakoullis.
Lillard misses with a double jab.
Kakoullis throws a low kick but it's checked well by Lillard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lillard throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Kakoullis stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Kakoullis throws a body punch but Lillard moves out of range.
Kakoullis punishes Lillard's body with a nice straight punch.
Kakoullis checks a leg kick nicely.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
An inside leg kick lands from Kakoullis. #T1#
Kakoullis is looking to chop away at Lillard's legs.
Sotiris Kakoullis is winning the standup battle so far.
Lillard misses with an uppercut. Kakoullis saw that one coming.
Kakoullis throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Lillard blocks the body kick.
Lillard throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Lillard gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Kakoullis keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
A low kick from Lillard is predictable there
and Kakoullis counters with a one-two to the body.
Lillard misses with a wild body shot.
Lillard tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Lillard lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Kakoullis at a distance.
Lillard rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Kakoullis moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Lillard throws a head kick that misses.
Lillard motions for Kakoullis to come forward. Lillard throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Lillard throws a series of punches but Kakoullis avoids them all with ease. #T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lillard stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Kakoullis lands a nice hook to Lillard's body. Lillard takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Kakoullis tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Lillard ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kakoullis moves away.
Lillard tries to work over Kakoullis's front leg with a kick but Kakoullis checks it.
Kakoullis lands a nice looking body shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Lillard. Kakoullis does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kakoullis moves out of range of the strikes.
Lillard's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Lillard misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis scores with a spinning back kick!
Lillard missing with a left hand there. Kakoullis was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Kakoullis misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Lillard counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Lillard keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Lillard looks to throw the jab but Kakoullis is out of range.
It looked like Kakoullis was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Lillard.
Lillard throws a hook but Kakoullis blocks it.#T3#
Kakoullis connects with a good right hand that stumbles Lillard. Lillard circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Kakoullis scores with a punch to the head.
Good exchange - Lillard coming out on top.
Lillard throws a big shot that misses.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kakoullis. Lillard does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kakoullis with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
A decent looking cross lands there for Kakoullis.
Kakoullis lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Kakoullis throws a body kick that misses.
A little jabbing left from Lillard on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Lillard has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis throws the left hand but Lillard avoids the punch easily.
Lillard swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Kakoullis moves out of range of the strikes.
Kakoullis lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook. #ROC#
Lillard is rocked!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kakoullis flashes Lillard a smile before throwing a beast of a right hand, straight down the pipe. Lillard's eyes follow the hand right onto his nose, taking in it's full glory... and then darkness. Lillard crumples to the floor! He's out cold! Kakoullis punches the air and yells at the top of his lungs - yeeeeeeeeeeah!!!! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Sotiris Kakoullis!
A very excited looking Sotiris Kakoullis made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: Syn 549 - Jailbreak
Date: Oct 20, 2017

#R1#
Pandahammer slips under a jab.
Kakoullis slips a jab from Pandahammer.
Kakoullis sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Kakoullis scores to the head and body with a nice combination!#CUT#
It looks like Grigol Pandahammer has been cut.
Kakoullis blocks a low kick nicely.
Kakoullis throws a body punch but Pandahammer moves out of range.
Kakoullis throws a leg kick
letting Pandahammer counter with a right hand.
Kakoullis blocks a low kick nicely.
Kakoullis throws a series of punches but Pandahammer moves out of range.
Pandahammer rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Kakoullis counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Kakoullis misses with a body kick.
Pandahammer staying out of range there.
Kakoullis has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Gym Beam in the buildup to the fight.
Pandahammer throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kakoullis sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Kakoullis walks into a left hand.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kakoullis uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Pandahammer.
Kakoullis takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.#T1#
Both fighters circling a little - Pandahammer finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Pandahammer uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Pandahammer cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
A jab from Kakoullis misses.
Kakoullis swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Pandahammer was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Pandahammer misses with a low kick.
Kakoullis looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Pandahammer blocks a jab.
Kakoullis throws a half hearted mid kick.
Pandahammer throws a solid leg kick but Kakoullis takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Pandahammer.
Kakoullis quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Kakoullis misses with an uppercut.
Kakoullis throws a front kick aimed at Pandahammer's knee but Pandahammer avoids it well.
Kakoullis lands a slapping body shot.
Pandahammer scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Kakoullis is really struggling to find his range with his punches. Pandahammer's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.
Pandahammer blocks the body kick.
Pandahammer pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Sotiris Kakoullis seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T2#
Pandahammer works Kakoullis's body with a nice hook.
Kakoullis looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Kakoullis tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kakoullis throws a quick inside leg kick.
Pandahammer pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Kakoullis cracks the inside of Pandahammer's front leg.
Kakoullis works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Pandahammer misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Kakoullis throws a quick counter kick to the body but Pandahammer avoids it.
Pandahammer throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kakoullis sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Kakoullis looks for the body kick but Pandahammer saw that one coming.
Pandahammer lands with a thumping leg kick.
Kakoullis connects with a leg kick. Pandahammer looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Kakoullis throws a poor cross that misses
and Pandahammer cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CUT2#
It looks like Sotiris Kakoullis has been cut.
Kakoullis thumps Pandahammer with a low kick.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Kakoullis. #T3#
Kakoullis rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Pandahammer moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
A swing and a miss from Pandahammer.
Pandahammer looks to throw a body kick
and Kakoullis counters with a nice low kick that buckles Pandahammer's knee momentarily.
Pandahammer throws a left and a right that both miss
and Kakoullis counters with a left to the body.
Good leg kick by Kakoullis there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Kakoullis misses with a body punch
and Pandahammer counters with an inside leg kick.
Kakoullis looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Kakoullis scores with a body shot.
Kakoullis throws a predictable looking body shot
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Kakoullis is looking to score with low kicks.
Kakoullis tries a low kick but Pandahammer avoids it.
Pandahammer misses with a wild body shot.
Kakoullis just misses with a punch to the body.
Pandahammer throws a leg kick but Kakoullis sees it coming and moves out of range. #T4#
Pandahammer misses with a right hand
and Kakoullis counters with a nice leg kick.
Pandahammer throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Pandahammer throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Pandahammer cracks Kakoullis with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Pandahammer takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Kakoullis punishes Pandahammer's body with a nice straight punch.
Kakoullis looks to throw the jab but Pandahammer is out of range.
That kick from Kakoullis tenderised Pandahammer's leg. Pandahammer is trying to keep his angry face on.
Kakoullis ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kakoullis throws a half hearted mid kick.
Kakoullis misses with a right hand
and Pandahammer counters with a straight right hand.
Kakoullis scores with a shot to the body.
Kakoullis throws a wild body kick that Pandahammer sees coming a mile off.
Pandahammer takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sotiris Kakoullis dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Pandahammer lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Kakoullis circles away quickly and effectively.
Pandahammer misses with an attempted mid kick.
Pandahammer misses with a body kick.
Pandahammer throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Kakoullis was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Pandahammer stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Kakoullis.
Pandahammer takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Pandahammer connects with a body shot.
Pandahammer misses with a low kick.
Kakoullis throws out a powerful jab.
A slapping leg kick lands for Kakoullis.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pandahammer takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Kakoullis with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Kakoullis throws a big shot that misses.
Pandahammer moves out of range of the body kick.
An inside leg kick lands from Pandahammer. #T1#
Kakoullis misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Pandahammer.
Kakoullis throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Pandahammer cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Kakoullis looks to throw the jab but Pandahammer is out of range.
Pandahammer tries a quick counter leg kick but Kakoullis is wise to it.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Kakoullis - that will leave a mark!
Pandahammer throws a hook but Kakoullis avoids it easily.
Kakoullis throws a series of punches but Pandahammer moves out of range.
Pandahammer dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Kakoullis. That did some damage!
A looping hook to the body misses from Kakoullis. Pandahammer does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kakoullis scores with a kick to the body.
Kakoullis throws a hook to the side of Pandahammer's head but Pandahammer sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A nice leg kick lands there from Kakoullis.
Pandahammer moves out of range of the leg kick from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis lunges at Pandahammer with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Pandahammer's hand.
Pandahammer looks to throw a body kick
and Kakoullis counters with a leg kick.
Pandahammer's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.#T2#
Kakoullis lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Pandahammer just misses with a punch to the body.
Sotiris Kakoullis is winning the standup battle so far.
Kakoullis lets loose with a powerful body kick. Pandahammer will feel that in the morning.
Kakoullis lands a nice looking kick to the body. Pandahammer takes a step back to recover.
Kakoullis lands a glancing blow to the side of Pandahammer's head.
Pandahammer misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kakoullis.
Pandahammer has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Kakoullis.
A leg kick checked by Pandahammer.
Kakoullis tries a low kick but Pandahammer avoids it.
It seemed like Pandahammer was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Kakoullis motions for Pandahammer to come forward. Kakoullis throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Kakoullis takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Pandahammer lands with an uppercut that bounces Kakoullis off the cage and back into range.
Kakoullis keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #T3#
A telegraphed right hand from Pandahammer misses the target.
Pandahammer walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Kakoullis checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Kakoullis misses with a jab, cross combination.
Pandahammer tries to score with a low kick but Kakoullis moves his leg out of the way.
Kakoullis misses with a low kick.
A nice side step and Pandahammer releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Pandahammer waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kakoullis.
Kakoullis fires out a quick counter leg kick but Pandahammer just manages to avoid it.
Pandahammer sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with eachother but Pandahammer might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Kakoullis has got the better of the exchanges.
Nice jab there from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis throws a head kick that misses.
Pandahammer throws out a counter right but Kakoullis avoids it with no problem.
A low kick from Kakoullis misses
and Pandahammer counters with a good low kick that Kakoullis was not able to check.
Kakoullis lands with a straight right. Pandahammer didn't see that one coming.
Kakoullis misses with a straight right.
A telegraphed right hand from Pandahammer misses the target.
Kakoullis lands a head kick. Pandahammer smiles back at him and beckons him forward. #T4#
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Pandahammer.
Kakoullis throws a predictable looking body shot
and Pandahammer counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kakoullis slips a jab from Pandahammer.
Pandahammer thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kakoullis is looking to counter punch.
Kakoullis scores with a decent looking hook.
Kakoullis lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Pandahammer scores with a crisp jab that stopped Kakoullis in his tracks.
Kakoullis throws a looping overhand right but Pandahammer ducks down to avoid it.
Kakoullis throws a body kick that misses.
Pandahammer misses with a head kick.
Pandahammer slips a jab from Kakoullis.
A telegraphed right hand from Kakoullis misses the target.
Kakoullis lands with a thumping leg kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sotiris Kakoullis dominated that second round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R3#
Kakoullis throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Kakoullis will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
A swing and a miss from Pandahammer.
Pandahammer throws a low kick but Kakoullis avoids it.
Kakoullis throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Pandahammer! But no joy.
Kakoullis throws a body kick that misses.
A chopping leg kick lands by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
A slow jab from Pandahammer misses its intended target.
Kakoullis tried to counter with a leg kick but Pandahammer avoided it.
Pandahammer slips under a jab from Kakoullis.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
That kick from Kakoullis tenderised Pandahammer's leg. Pandahammer is trying to keep his angry face on.
Pandahammer steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis throws a sloppy head kick
letting Pandahammer counter with a right hand.
Kakoullis cracks the inside of Pandahammer's front leg. #T1#
Pandahammer takes a jab right on the kisser.
Pandahammer takes a swing at Kakoullis's ribcage but misses.
Pandahammer takes a swing at Kakoullis's ribcage but misses.
A chopping leg kick lands by Pandahammer.
Kakoullis misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Pandahammer fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Kakoullis checks it well.
Pandahammer moves out of range of the strikes.
Pandahammer has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Kakoullis finds it's way round the side to connect with Pandahammer's head.
Kakoullis misses with a body kick.
Kakoullis moves away from the strike by Pandahammer.
Kakoullis is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Pandahammer can do to turn this around?
Kakoullis with a hook.
Kakoullis misses with a leg kick
and Pandahammer cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Kakoullis pivots, looking for a leg kick but Pandahammer is out of range and Kakoullis settles back down.
Kakoullis lands a nice shot to the body.
Grigol Pandahammer has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Sotiris Kakoullis is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
A looping hook to the body misses from Kakoullis. Pandahammer does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kakoullis throws a body punch but Pandahammer moves out of range.
Pandahammer lands a lovely overhand right.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nice uppercut lands for Kakoullis. That snapped Pandahammer's head back.
Kakoullis throws a lazy right hand but Pandahammer sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Pandahammer throws out a counter right but Kakoullis avoids it with no problem.
A nice inside leg kick there by Kakoullis. That's going to slow Pandahammer down.
Kakoullis takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Pandahammer throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
And Kakoullis counters with a quick kick to the body but Pandahammer blocks it.
Kakoullis throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Kakoullis has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Pandahammer.
Pandahammer misses with an uppercut
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Pandahammer just misses with a punch to the body.
A telegraphed right hand from Pandahammer misses the target. #T3#
Pandahammer swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kakoullis connects with a looping right hand.
Kakoullis throws a push kick but Pandahammer slaps the foot to one side.
A slapping leg kick lands for Pandahammer.
Kakoullis jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Kakoullis fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Kakoullis throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Pandahammer misses with an uppercut.
Kakoullis throws out a powerful jab.
Kakoullis tries to land a front kick but Pandahammer steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Pandahammer bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Kakoullis scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Kakoullis misses the shot to the body.
Kakoullis throws an off balance right hand
enabling Pandahammer to counter with a crisp jab. #T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kakoullis throws a wild body kick that Pandahammer sees coming a mile off.
Pandahammer tries a quick counter leg kick but Kakoullis is wise to it.
Kakoullis slips a straight right by Pandahammer.
Pandahammer throws a chopping leg kick but Kakoullis manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Kakoullis.
Pandahammer takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Kakoullis lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
A bone on bone clash there as Kakoullis blocks the leg kick.
Kakoullis misses with a leg kick.
Pandahammer tries to move into range but Kakoullis moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Pandahammer has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Kakoullis finds it's way round the side to connect with Pandahammer's head.
Pandahammer just misses with a punch to the body.
Pandahammer takes one on the button.
Pandahammer tries to move into range but Kakoullis moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.

And that's the end of the fight!
Sotiris Kakoullis showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Kakoullis has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 30:27
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 30:27
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sotiris Kakoullis!
During a confident post fight interview, Sotiris Kakoullis thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: Syn 547 - Sanatarium
Date: Oct 06, 2017

#R1#
Pedro pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Kakoullis takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Pedro throws a jab when Kakoullis was well out of range.
Kakoullis has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Gym Beam in the buildup to the fight.
Pedro looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Pedro moves out of range as Kakoullis throws a body kick.
Kakoullis chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Pedro can pounce on him.
Pedro tries to clinch up.
Kakoullis scores with a head kick. Pedro tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Kakoullis thuds his shin into the meat of Pedro's side.
Kakoullis throws the left hand but Pedro avoids the punch easily.
Kakoullis throws a body kick, spinning off balance#TD2#
and Pedro counters with a shoot takedown. Kakoullis fights it but they end up in guard.
Kakoullis wants to stand up but Pedro is controlling him.
Pedro wants to control from the top but Kakoullis keeps moving.
Pedro stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kakoullis swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T1#
Kakoullis is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Pedro lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Kakoullis is pulling down on Pedro's head to control his posture.
Pedro content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Pedro has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Pedro's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Kakoullis trying to control the position here. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Kakoullis is on top in guard. #REVR#
Pedro keeping moving, preventing Kakoullis from controlling successfully.
Pedro is pulling down on Kakoullis's head. It's preventing any offense from Kakoullis, at least for the moment.
Kakoullis won't allow Pedro to sweep him here.
Kakoullis has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Pedro not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #T3#
Kakoullis wants to pass the guard but Pedro is keeping the position.
Pedro wants to sweep here but Kakoullis controlling him for the moment.
Pedro is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Pedro throws a right and a left that Kakoullis avoids nicely.
A good leg kick by Pedro.
Kakoullis thuds his right hand into Pedro's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Kakoullis misses with a jab to the body #TD2#
and Pedro counters with a shoot takedown. Kakoullis fights it but they end up in guard.
Pedro throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Kakoullis works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Pedro slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. #T4#
Pedro lands a couple of digs.
Pedro working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Kakoullis's head.
Kakoullis is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Pedro scoring with punches to the head and body.
Pedro advances position into side control!
Pedro in side control, throwing shots but Kakoullis defends.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kakoullis is not content to let Pedro control the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

George Pedro dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Pedro misses with a few strikes there.
Kakoullis pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Pedro lands with a straight right. Kakoullis didn't see that one coming.#CUT2#
It looks like Sotiris Kakoullis has been cut.
Pedro lands an overhand right.
Pedro tries to clinch up.
Pedro waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kakoullis.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Kakoullis.
Pedro changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Kakoullis with a nice cross.
Pedro goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Pedro just misses with a punch to the body.
A counter left hand to the body from Kakoullis misses its target.
Pedro checks the leg kick.
Pedro jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Pedro uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kakoullis.
Pedro connects with a leg kick. Kakoullis looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Pedro defending well as Kakoullis loads up on a big left hand.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Donk. Pedro catches Kakoullis right on the button with a cross.#T1#
A slapping leg kick lands for Kakoullis.
Pedro looks for a takedown but Kakoullis sprawls well.
Kakoullis is looking to counter punch.
Kakoullis throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
George Pedro seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Kakoullis throws a front kick aimed at Pedro's knee but Pedro avoids it well.
Kakoullis misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Pedro.
Pedro is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Kakoullis jabs at Pedro's body.
Pedro lands a jab to Kakoullis's midsection.
Pedro takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Pedro tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Kakoullis counters with a body kick.
Kakoullis scores with a hook to the body. Pedro takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Kakoullis misses with a body kick.
Kakoullis scores with a punch to the head.
Nice cross by Kakoullis.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kakoullis throws a nice outside leg kick. #T2#
Pedro fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Pedro connects with a leg kick. Kakoullis looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Kakoullis takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Kakoullis blocks a jab.
Pedro throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Pedro defending well as Kakoullis loads up on a big left hand.
Pedro misses with an uppercut
and Kakoullis counters with a nice kick to the body.
Kakoullis throws a body shot but no joy.
Kakoullis fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Pedro checks it well.
Pedro uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis lands a glancing blow to the side of Pedro's head.
Pedro throws a combination. Kakoullis tries to block but a couple of punches get through.#TD2#
Pedro changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Kakoullis looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.#ES#
Kakoullis throws Pedro to one side and escapes!#T3#
Pedro has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Pedro lands with a nice combination. Kakoullis backs away looking to recover.
Kakoullis listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Pedro throws a leg kick but Kakoullis moved away.
Kakoullis circles away from the clinch attempt.
Kakoullis lands an overhand right.
Kakoullis thuds his right hand into Pedro's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Pedro on the wrong end of a nice jab.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kakoullis lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Pedro feints and then cracks Kakoullis's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Kakoullis down.
Pedro tried to score with a low kick but Kakoullis checks it.
Kakoullis misses with an attempted mid kick.
Kakoullis feints and then cracks Pedro's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Pedro down.
Kakoullis throws a leg kick but Pedro sees it coming and moves out of range.
Pedro misses with a double jab
and Kakoullis counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. #T4#
Kakoullis motions for Pedro to come forward. Kakoullis throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Pedro throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Kakoullis counters with an inside leg kick.
Kakoullis lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Sotiris Kakoullis is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kakoullis. Pedro does a little dance to reset his feet.
And Pedro tries to counter it with a takedown but Kakoullis pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Kakoullis misses the body punch
enabling Pedro to counter with a crisp jab.
Kakoullis misses with a body kick.
Pedro tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Pedro fails with an attempt to clinch.
Pedro ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kakoullis moves away.
Kakoullis misses with a looping left.
Kakoullis ducks under a wild hook from Pedro.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Pedro looks to land a left hand but Kakoullis moved out of range nicely.
A leg kick checked by Kakoullis.
Pedro takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sotiris Kakoullis dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Sotiris Kakoullis's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R3#
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Pedro checks a leg kick.
Pedro is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Pedro pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
An inside leg kick from Kakoullis misses.
Kakoullis gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Pedro pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Kakoullis back to the cage. Pedro follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.#CUT2#
Sotiris Kakoullis's cut is getting worse.
Kakoullis is looking to land body kicks.
Pedro wants to clinch up but Kakoullis keeps it at a distance.
Kakoullis throws a left and a right that both miss
and Pedro counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Pedro throws a shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pedro moves out of range of the body kick.
Pedro swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kakoullis ducks under a wild hook from Pedro.
Kakoullis lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Pedro circles away quickly and effectively.
Kakoullis pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.#T1#
Kakoullis throws a jab when Pedro was well out of range.
Pedro wants to counter with a clinch but Kakoullis pushes him away.
Pedro connects with a leg kick. Kakoullis looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Kakoullis misses with a kick to the body.
Pedro changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Kakoullis misses with a head kick. #TD2#
Pedro closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Kakoullis did well to prevent Pedro getting side control.#ES#
Kakoullis has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Pedro is on him like a limpet, forcing Kakoullis back against the cage.
Pedro struggles to land a body shot inside as Kakoullis controls his hands.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kakoullis.
A head punch on the inside from Kakoullis fails to land.
Pedro digs a right hand into Kakoullis's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Kakoullis's gas tank.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kakoullis.
Pedro goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Kakoullis is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Pedro tries for a takedown. No joy.
Kakoullis working aggressively here. #T2#
Pedro has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Kakoullis avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Pedro lands an uppercut.
Kakoullis is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Sotiris Kakoullis has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of George Pedro.
Kakoullis prevents a body shot from Pedro.
A short right from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Kakoullis's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A shot in the inside from Kakoullis.
Pedro doesn't land with the attempted body shot. #BC#
Kakoullis breaks the clinch.
Pedro misses the shot to the body.
Pedro avoids a kick to the body.
Kakoullis connects with a single shot there.
Kakoullis is looking to slow Pedro down with leg kicks.
Pedro feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Kakoulliss jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!#T3#
A slapping leg kick lands for Pedro.
Pedro swings for the body but Kakoullis moves out of range.
Kakoullis shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. #TD2#
Pedro closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Pedro lands in his opponent's guard.
Kakoullis has control of Pedro's left arm, preventing Pedro from doing any damage.
George Pedro has got the better of the ground game so far.
Pedro looking to pass the guard.
Pedro lands a couple of elbows.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
Pedro postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Pedro working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Kakoullis working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Pedro.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.#ES#
Kakoullis manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.
Kakoullis swings wildly with an uppercut but Pedro uses good head movement to avoid it.
Pedro lands with a short head shot on the inside.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kakoullis misses with a body punch.
Kakoullis prevents a body shot from Pedro.
Pedro throws a head punch that misses.
Pedro misses with a punch to the body.
Kakoullis misses with an elbow over the top.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to George Pedro.
I think Pedro has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 28:29
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 28:29
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 29:29

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... George Pedro!

Event: Syn 545 - Oubliette
Date: Sep 23, 2017

#R1#
Kakoullis throws a leg kick but Haades checks it.
Haades wants to slow Kakoullis down by chopping away at his legs.
Kakoullis throws a one two combo.
Kakoullis keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Haades.
Haades throws a half hearted mid kick.
Haades throws a looping overhand right but Kakoullis ducks down to avoid it.
Kakoullis blocks a low kick nicely.
Hannes Haades seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Haades scores with a nice head shot.
Kakoullis takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.#CUT2#
It looks like Sotiris Kakoullis has been cut.
Haades lands with a thumping leg kick.
Kakoullis tries to move into range but Haades moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
A nice combination there by Kakoullis.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A slow jab from Haades misses its intended target.
Haades takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Haades throws a leg kick that is checked
and Kakoullis counters with a nice low kick that buckles Haades's knee momentarily.
Kakoullis swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kakoullis takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Haades tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kakoullis was well out of range. Poor timing from Haades.#T1##CL2#
Haades pushes Kakoullis up against the cage in a clinch.
Kakoullis cracks Haades with a nice body shot.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kakoullis.
A head punch on the inside from Haades fails to land. #BC#
Kakoullis manages to break the clinch.
Haades scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Haades misses the shot to the body.
Haades takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Kakoullis connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Haades momentarily.
Kakoullis throws a body kick despite being completely out of range#CL2#
and Haades moves into the clinch.
Haades lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kakoullis.
Haades misses with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis cracks Haades with a nice body shot.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Haades misses with a short punch on the inside.
Kakoullis working aggressively here.
Kakoullis gets through Haades's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Kakoullis lands with a light punch inside. #T2#
Kakoullis lands a right hand that snaps the head of Haades backwards.
Haades gets through Kakoullis's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Kakoullis throws an elbow but it misses.
Haades misses with the head strike.
Kakoullis lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Kakoullis lands a right hand.
Kakoullis misses with a punch on the inside.
Kakoullis fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kakoullis blocks a body shot from Haades.
A short left from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Haades scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Haades misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kakoullis blocking some punches.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Kakoullis.
Haades misses with a punch on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Haades fails to land.
Haades swings wildly with an uppercut but Kakoullis uses good head movement to avoid it.
Haades working aggressively here. #T3#
Haades prevents a body shot from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kakoullis lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Haades misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kakoullis wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Haades misses with a hook from the clinch.
Kakoullis blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Haades is leaning against Kakoullis and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Kakoullis is stalling here.
Kakoullis is working Haades over against the cage.
Haades's coach down at Gangsterdamage was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Haades's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Haades swings wildly with an uppercut but Kakoullis uses good head movement to avoid it.
A right hand to the body from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis gets through Haades's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Kakoullis can't find room to land a body shot as Haades controls the action.
Haades misses with a hook to the ribs. #T4#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kakoullis.
Kakoullis takes a shot to the head.
Haades throws a punch but it's blocked by Kakoullis.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis tries to throw a body punch but Haades avoids it by throwing Kakoullis back against the cage.
Haades blocks a body shot from Kakoullis.
Haades tries a body shot but Kakoullis blocks it.
Haades blocks an uppercut.
Kakoullis tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Haades's elbow.
Kakoullis swings away with an uppercut that misses.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kakoullis struggles to land a body shot inside as Haades controls his hands.
Haades misses with a punch on the inside.
A short right from Kakoullis on the inside.
Haades can't find room to land a body shot as Kakoullis controls the action.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Haades lands a nice shot to the body.
Haades has a couple of punches blocked by Kakoullis.
Haades pushes Kakoullis back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Haades misses with a body punch.
Kakoullis goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Sotiris Kakoullis will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Sotiris Kakoullis's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
A lazy left from Haades finds it's target.
Haades throws a big shot that misses.
Kakoullis misses with a hook. Haades ducked under it nicely.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Kakoullis.
Kakoullis staying out of range there.
Kakoullis is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight.
Haades tries to bum rush Kakoullis with a series of wild strikes but Kakoullis uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Haades connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Decent striking displayed by Haades there.
Kakoullis throws a big shot that misses.
Kakoullis fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Haades is out of range.
Kakoullis lands a body shot.
Haades is looking to clinch.
Kakoullis quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Haades lands a two punch combo.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Haades - that will leave a mark!
Haades avoids a kick to the body. #CL2#
Haades clinches with his opponent.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Haades.#T1#
Kakoullis has a couple of punches blocked by Haades.
Kakoullis misses with the head strike.
Haades has a couple of punches blocked by Kakoullis.
A short left from Kakoullis.
Haades fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kakoullis has a couple of punches blocked by Haades. #BC#
Kakoullis escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Haades with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Haades catches Kakoullis with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Kakoullis thows a leg kick but Haades checks it
and Kakoullis takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Haades uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kakoullis.
Hannes Haades seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Haades tries to score with a low kick but Kakoullis moves his leg out of the way.
Kakoullis has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Kakoullis there as he acknowledges the shot.
Haades rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Kakoullis counters with a nice uppercut. #CUT#
It looks like Hannes Haades has been cut.
Haades looks to throw a body kick
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kakoullis scores with a spinning back kick!
Haades is breathing heavily.
Kakoullis takes one to the side of the head. #T2#
Kakoullis avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Left hook, right uppercut from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis misses with a body shot.
Kakoullis slips under a jab from Haades.
Haades tries to move into range but Kakoullis moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Haades connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis throws a combination that misses #CL2#
and Haades moves into the clinch.
Haades fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Haades throws a punch but it's blocked by Kakoullis.
Haades scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Kakoullis misses with a punch to the body.
Kakoullis blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Haades.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis digs a right hand into Haades's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Haades's gas tank.
Kakoullis misses with a hook from the clinch. #T3##BC#
Kakoullis breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Haades misses with a hook
and Kakoullis counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Kakoullis.
Kakoullis moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Kakoullis misses the shot to the body.
Kakoullis tries a head kick but it misses.
Haades moves out of range of the body kick from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis throws a nice inside leg kick.
A punch combination from Kakoullis misses.
Kakoullis misses with a shot to the body
and Haades counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Haades checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Kakoullis will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Kakoullis connects with a leg kick. Haades looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Haades throws a leg kick
and Kakoullis counters with a body kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Haades throws a hook but Kakoullis avoids it easily.
Haades ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kakoullis moves away.#T4#
Kakoullis tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Haades was well out of range. Poor timing from Kakoullis.
Nice uppercut there from Haades.
Kakoullis tries to land a front kick but Haades steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Haades moves out of range of the body kick from Kakoullis.
A slow jab from Haades misses its intended target.
Kakoullis scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Haades doesn't seem bothered though.
A chopping leg kick lands by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis slips a straight right by Haades.
A combination from Kakoullis does no damage.
Haades goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Kakoullis crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Haades - the referee stops the clock and Kakoullis gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Haades. Kakoullis manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Haades throws a leg kick that misses.
Kakoullis lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Haades loads up on a big right hand but Kakoullis slips the punch.
Haades dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Kakoullis. That did some damage!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Sotiris Kakoullis will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
A jab from Haades misses.
Kakoullis was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Kakoullis throws a push kick but Haades slaps the foot to one side.
It seemed like Haades was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
A low kick from Haades is predictable there
enabling Kakoullis to counter with a crisp jab.
A good leg kick by Haades.
Haades tries to clinch but Kakoullis moves out of range.
Kakoullis lands a nice shot that snaps Haades's head back.
Haades avoids the body shot from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis throws a solid leg kick but Haades takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Kakoullis.
Kakoullis misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Haades takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Haades lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kakoullis takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Haades steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Kakoullis. That one must have hurt.
Kakoullis buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Haades takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Left hook, right uppercut from Haades.
A head kick misses from Haades. #T1#
Haades loads up on a big right hand but Kakoullis slips the punch.
Kakoullis lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Kakoullis cracks Haades with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Kakoullis throws a nice looking combination but Haades bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Kakoullis moves out of range as Haades strikes.
Kakoullis throws a low kick but Haades avoids it.
Nice shot lands for Kakoullis.
Haades misses with a head kick.
Haades takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Haades has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Kakoullis lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Haades throws out a loose jab but Kakoullis uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kakoullis throws a nice outside leg kick.
Kakoullis misses with a kick to the body.
Kakoullis lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Hannes Haades has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Sotiris Kakoullis is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Haades throws a body punch but Kakoullis moves out of range.
Kakoullis lands an overhand right.
Haades throws a sloppy head kick and Kakoullis moves out of range easily.
Haades moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Kakoullis throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Haades on the side of the head.
Kakoullis lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Kakoullis looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Haades throws a front kick aimed at Kakoullis's knee but Kakoullis avoids it well.
Kakoullis throws out a powerful jab.
Kakoullis ducks under a wild hook from Haades.
Haades looks to score with a jab to the body but Kakoullis is just out of range.
Kakoullis scores with a punch to the head.
Kakoullis throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Haades takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Haades throws a leg kick but Kakoullis sees it coming and moves out of range.
Kakoullis thuds his shin into the meat of Haades's side.#T3#
Haades misses the body punch
letting Kakoullis counter with a right hand.
Kakoullis cracks a nice hook into Haades's ribs.
Haades takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Jab by Kakoullis.
Haades misses with a body shot.
Kakoullis steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Haades.
Haades throws a combination that misses
and Kakoullis counters with a two punch combo.
Kakoullis delivers a nice body kick.
Haades takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Haades delivers a nice body kick.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Haades.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Haades swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Haades wants to slow Kakoullis down by chopping away at his legs.
As Haades backs away, Kakoullis returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Kakoullis keeps Haades at a distance using the push kick.
Haades is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Kakoullis.#T4#
Haades misses with a combination
and Kakoullis counters with a solid body kick.
Haades throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Haades takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Kakoullis bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Kakoullis uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Haades.
Kakoullis lands a front kick.
Kakoullis is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Haades can do to turn this around?
Kakoullis stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Kakoullis dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Haades throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Kakoullis displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Haades throws out the jab.
Haades has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Haades there as he acknowledges the shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kakoullis delivers a nice body kick.
Haades's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Haades misses with a body shot.
Nice defenses there by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.

And that's the end of the fight!
Sotiris Kakoullis showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Kakoullis, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 30:28
Judge William Gold scores the fight 28:29
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Sotiris Kakoullis!
A very excited looking Sotiris Kakoullis made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: Syn 544 - Colossus
Date: Sep 15, 2017

#R1#
Kakoullis misses with a low kick.
Karelis misses with a lunging right hand
and Kakoullis counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Kakoullis throws a body shot but no joy.
A looping hook to the body misses from Karelis. Kakoullis does a little dance to reset his feet.
Karelis walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Karelis moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.#CUT2#
It looks like Sotiris Kakoullis has been cut.
Kakoullis moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Kakoullis scores with a push kick.
Kakoullis dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Karelis. That did some damage!
Karelis takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kakoullis connects with a crisp jab.
Karelis tries a head kick but it misses.
Kakoullis just misses with a punch to the body.
Kakoullis is looking to slow Karelis down with leg kicks.
A head kick misses from Karelis.
Kakoullis looks to land a right hand but Karelis moved out of range.
Karelis throws a body kick that misses.
Kakoullis avoids the body shot from Karelis.
It appears Kakoullis was looking to counter with a kick there.#T1#
Karelis throws a looping overhand right but Kakoullis ducks down to avoid it.
Kakoullis pushes Karelis away with a front kick.
Karelis has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Kakoullis.
Karelis looks winded!
Kakoullis moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Kakoullis, right into the meat. #KD#
Kakoullis lands a big right hand that sends Karelis crashing to the mat! Kakoullis stays standing though and waves Karelis back to his feet!#ROC#
Karelis is rocked!#CUT#
It looks like Kostas Karelis has been cut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kakoullis scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Karelis is still on wobbly legs! Can Kakoullis finish him?
Kakoullis ducks down and throws a big overhand right - it lands flush on the jaw, knocking Karelis out cold! The fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:29 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Sotiris Kakoullis!
An out of breath Sotiris Kakoullis thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: Syn 542 - Apotheosis
Date: Sep 02, 2017

#R1##TD2#
Pedro dives in and scores a takedown into Kakoullis's guard.
Kakoullis is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Pedro makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Kakoullis trying to keep a closed guard but Pedro is proving a slippery customer.
Pedro looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Kakoullis utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kakoullis avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Pedro working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #T1#
Kakoullis keeping moving, preventing Pedro from controlling successfully.
Kakoullis looking to hit a scissor sweep but Pedro is one step ahead there.
Pedro trying to control but Kakoullis is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Kakoullis has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Gym Beam in the buildup to the fight.
Pedro shoots in for a takedown but Kakoullis shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Pedro misses with a takedown attempt
and Kakoullis counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Pedro thinking.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Sotiris Kakoullis has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of George Pedro.#TD2#
Pedro scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. #ES#
Kakoullis pushes Pedro off and gets back to his feet.#T2#
Pedro keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Pedro.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Pedro scores with punches from side control.
Kakoullis is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Pedro has just dragged him back down to the mat.
The ground and pound from Pedro seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Kakoullis takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Pedro landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
The ground and pound from Pedro seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Kakoullis is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Pedro wants to control but Kakoullis is keeping him busy. #T3#
Pedro scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Kakoullis to see if he's OK.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Pedro misses with the ground and pound.
Pedro is looking to take a break and control but Kakoullis is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Kakoullis parries the strikes from Pedro easily there. Pedro is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Kakoullis to escape.
Pedro working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Pedro is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Kakoullis's shoulder. That is not cool.
An elbow from Pedro crashes against the mat. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Pedro throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
You can see the frustration on Kakoullis's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Pedro has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Kakoullis taking punishment in the form of punches.
Pedro sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Kakoullis is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Kakoullis is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Kakoullis is working hard here to advance position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Pedro misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
Pedro controlling the position from side mount.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

George Pedro dominated that round.
That's time! Kakoullis's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Nice straight punches there by Kakoullis. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Kakoullis.#TD2#
Pedro gets the takedown into side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kakoullis is looking to regain half guard here but Pedro keeps moving and retains side control.
Pedro looks up at the clock and then as Kakoullis takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Pedro smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Kakoullis manages to work his way to half guard, despite Pedro's best efforts.
Pedro takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pedro wants to control but Kakoullis is keeping him busy.
Kakoullis trying to control from the bottom.
Kakoullis keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Pedro trying to control the action but Kakoullis is working from the bottom. #T1#
Pedro is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Pedro missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Pedro scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Pedro is nestled in close to Kakoullis, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Pedro stops Kakoullis from getting back to his feet.
Pedro looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Kakoullis wants to control but Pedro is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Pedro trying to control the action but Kakoullis is working from the bottom. #T2#
Pedro missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Ground and pound from Pedro.
Kakoullis avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Pedro.
Kakoullis works his way to full guard. Good work.
Pedro stopping the sweep attempt from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#TD2#
Pedro feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.#ES#
Kakoullis pushes Pedro off and gets back to his feet.
Pedro has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Pedro has a takedown stuffed.#TD2#
Kakoullis gets caught napping as Pedro dives in and scores a takedown. Kakoullis manages to retain guard.#T3#
Pedro missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Kakoullis looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Kakoullis preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Pedro lands a couple of elbows.
Kakoullis wants to sweep but no luck.
Pedro trying to control the position from guard on top but Kakoullis is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kakoullis wants to hit a switch here but Pedro passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Kakoullis there!
Pedro is landing with some decent strikes but Kakoullis is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.#T4#
Pedro is landing with some decent strikes but Kakoullis is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Kakoullis can't escape the position.
Pedro working Kakoullis over with strikes here.
Pedro lands a big elbow.
Pedro cracks Kakoullis with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
Kakoullis is trying to stand.
Pedro lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Kakoullis hang on?
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Pedro lands a big elbow.
Kakoullis really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

George Pedro showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Pedro shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Kakoullis as he avoids it easily. #TD2#
Pedro shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Kakoullis manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Pedro throws a big elbow that misses.
Pedro throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Kakoullis works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Pedro pushes down on Kakoullis's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Kakoullis wants to get back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pedro stalling.
Pedro lands with a punch from half guard. #T1#
Pedro thows a huge punch but Kakoullis dodges it nicely.
Pedro wants to take a breather but Kakoullis is having none of it.
Pedro working the head and body with strikes. #ES#
Kakoullis kicks off Pedro and gets to his feet. #TD2#
Pedro closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Kakoullis pushes Pedro off but Pedro dives into side control.
Pedro prevents Kakoullis from escaping the position.
Kakoullis being controlled for a moment.
Pedro cracks Kakoullis with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Sotiris Kakoullis has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Pedro is looking to take a break and control but Kakoullis is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Pedro lands an elbow.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Pedro working the head with strikes.
Kakoullis is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Kakoullis regains half guard.#T3#
Pedro working the head and body with strikes.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Pedro lands a nice short elbow.
Pedro is keen to just control but Kakoullis is a slippery customer.
Kakoullis is trying to control but can't.
Kakoullis wants to get back to his feet.
Kakoullis avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Pedro.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Pedro connects with a nice short shot to Kakoullis's temple.
Pedro winds up and cracks Kakoullis with a swinging punch to the side of the head. #T4#
Pedro missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Kakoullis is not content to let Pedro control the position.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Pedro sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Kakoullis defending well though.
The referee calls for the fighters to work. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD2#
Pedro shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Kakoullis manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.#ES#
Kakoullis pushes Pedro off and scrambles back to his feet.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Nice defenses there by Pedro.
George Pedro is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Pedro shoots in for a takedown but Kakoullis shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kakoullis looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Pedro.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to George Pedro.
I've got Pedro winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 27:30
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 27:30
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... George Pedro!

Event: Syn 539 - Luminous
Date: Aug 11, 2017

#R1#
Kakoullis takes one on the button.
Kakoullis looks to score with a jab to the body but Pandahammer is just out of range.
Pandahammer punishes Kakoullis's body with a nice straight punch.
Pandahammer has been working on his boxing with his coaches at GWad's Playpen in the buildup to the fight.
Kakoullis ducks under a wild hook from Pandahammer.
Kakoullis feints a counter leg kick.
A slapping body kick lands there for Kakoullis.
Kakoullis closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. #CUT#
It looks like Sotiris Kakoullis has been cut.
Sotiris Kakoullis seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kakoullis attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Kakoullis blocks a leg kick.
Kakoullis is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Pandahammer.
Kakoullis moves into range and connects with a jab.
Kakoullis walks into a straight right hand from Pandahammer.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kakoullis misses with a straight right.
Pandahammer ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kakoullis moves away.
Pandahammer scores with a leg kick.
Nice body kick there by Pandahammer.
Kakoullis works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
A clash of legs there as Pandahammer blocks the low kick.
Pandahammer throws a low kick but it's checked well by Kakoullis.#T1#
Kakoullis is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Pandahammer takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Kakoullis scores with a nice body kick.
Kakoullis with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Kakoullis lands with a shot to the body.
Pandahammer lands with a right hand.
Kakoullis looks to throw the jab but Pandahammer is out of range.
Kakoullis throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Pandahammer misses the shot to the body.
A low kick from Pandahammer misses
and Kakoullis counters with an outside leg kick.
Pandahammer moves out of range as Kakoullis strikes.
Pandahammer avoids the body shot from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis connects with a crisp jab.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kakoullis throws a nice inside leg kick.
Pandahammer throws out a powerful jab.#T2#
Pandahammer lands a leg kick that knocks Kakoullis off balance momentarily.
Kakoullis's coach down at Gym Beam was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Kakoullis's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Pandahammer throws the kick towards the body but Kakoullis avoids it.
Pandahammer walks into a jab.
Kakoullis misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Pandahammer.
Kakoullis keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Pandahammer.
Pandahammer's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Kakoullis connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Pandahammer scrambles back to his feet.
Kakoullis on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Pandahammer feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Kakoullis's calf.
Pandahammer throws a big shot that misses.
Kakoullis fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Pandahammer.
A bone on bone clash there as Pandahammer blocks the leg kick.
Kakoullis looks to score with a jab to the body but Pandahammer is just out of range.
Pandahammer misses with a hook. Kakoullis ducked under it nicely.
Pandahammer slips a jab from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis lands with a cross.
Pandahammer misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kakoullis. #T3#
A shot to the liver by Kakoullis. Beautiful body shot.
A decent looking cross lands there for Pandahammer.
The fighters circle momentarily. Kakoullis darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Kakoullis connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Kakoullis misses with a low kick.
Kakoullis moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Pandahammer cracks Kakoullis with an open hand slap.
Kakoullis connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Pandahammer throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Pandahammer keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kakoullis avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Despite the aggression on Kakoullis's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Pandahammer goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Kakoullis uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Pandahammer has time to react.#CUT2#
It looks like Grigol Pandahammer has been cut.
Kakoullis swinging wildly here. #T4#
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Kakoullis.
Pandahammer motions for Kakoullis to come forward. Pandahammer throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Kakoullis steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Pandahammer is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Kakoullis throws a leg kick that misses.
A leg kick checked by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis misses with a leg kick #CL#
and Pandahammer counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Kakoullis lands a hook to the side of the head.
Kakoullis doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kakoullis misses with a short punch on the inside.
Kakoullis swings away with an uppercut that misses. #BC2#
Kakoullis breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Pandahammer takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Kakoullis misses with a shot to the body
and Pandahammer counters with an outside leg kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kakoullis throws a push kick but Pandahammer slaps the foot to one side.
A big left from Kakoullis misses.
Pandahammer lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
A clash of legs there as Pandahammer blocks the low kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Sotiris Kakoullis will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's time! Pandahammer's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Kakoullis misses with a body kick.
A nice leg kick lands there from Pandahammer.
Kakoullis lands a glancing blow to the side of Pandahammer's head.
Kakoullis pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Pandahammer is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Pandahammer lands with a shot to the body.
Jab, jab by Pandahammer - just one landing.
Pandahammer goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Kakoullis tries to land a front kick but Pandahammer steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Kakoullis throws a wild body kick that Pandahammer sees coming a mile off.
A telegraphed right hand from Pandahammer misses the target.
Kakoullis misses with a kick to the body
and Pandahammer counters with a leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pandahammer ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kakoullis moves away.
Pandahammer wants to land a leg kick but Kakoullis is out of range.
Pandahammer takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Pandahammer throws a nice outside leg kick.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Kakoullis. #T1#
Pandahammer lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Pandahammer throws a low kick but Kakoullis moves out of range easily.
Kakoullis looks to throw a body kick
enabling Pandahammer to counter with a crisp jab.
Pandahammer takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Kakoullis keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Pandahammer connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Pandahammer moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Pandahammer misses with a head kick.
The fighters circling - Kakoullis throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A shot to the body from Kakoullis misses
enabling Pandahammer to counter with a crisp jab.
Pandahammer throws a right hand that misses
and Kakoullis counters with a nice leg kick.
Kakoullis attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Kakoullis ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Pandahammer moves away.
Pandahammer is looking to counter punch.
Kakoullis smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Pandahammer connects with a good right hand that stumbles Kakoullis. Kakoullis circles away out of range and recomposes himself.#T2#
Nice body kick from Kakoullis.
Pandahammer ducks under a wild hook from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis lands a head kick!
Kakoullis checks a leg kick.
Kakoullis darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Pandahammer scores with a kick to the midsection.
Kakoullis scores with a nice body kick.
Pandahammer takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Sotiris Kakoullis seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Kakoullis throws a push kick but Pandahammer slaps the foot to one side.
Crunch! Pandahammer slams his shin into Kakoullis's torso.
Pandahammer has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Pandahammer lands a nice leg kick that just misses Kakoullis's sensitive parts.
Pandahammer throws a leg kick which misses Kakoullis's front leg but catches the back leg as Kakoullis tries to avoid it. #T3#
Kakoullis connects with a leg kick. Pandahammer looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Pandahammer misses with a looping left.
Kakoullis scores with a head kick. Pandahammer tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Kakoullis buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Pandahammer defending well as Kakoullis loads up on a big left hand.
Kakoullis thows a left - swing and a miss!
Pandahammer moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Kakoullis scoring well with a low kick there.
Kakoullis scores with a nice strike.
Pandahammer works the jab nicely.
Pandahammer moves out of range of the body kick from Kakoullis.
Pandahammer swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Pandahammer checks the leg kick.
Kakoullis on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Pandahammer. Pandahammer obviously looking to wear him down.
Kakoullis feints and then cracks Pandahammer's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Pandahammer down. #T4#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Kakoullis jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Kakoullis checks the leg kick.
Kakoullis misses with an attempted mid kick.
Kakoullis misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Pandahammer throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Kakoullis! But no joy.
Pandahammer throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Kakoullis throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kakoullis moves out of range of the body kick.
Kakoullis lands a head shot.
Pandahammer throws a lazy right hand but Kakoullis sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Kakoullis has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Pandahammer.
Kakoullis throws a leg kick but Pandahammer moved away.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kakoullis just misses with a punch to the body.
Pandahammer throws a body kick that misses.
Kakoullis checks a low kick from Pandahammer.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Sotiris Kakoullis will probably get the nod - 10:9.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R3#
Kakoullis cracks Pandahammer with an open hand slap.
Pandahammer moves out of range as Kakoullis throws a body kick.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Pandahammer, as that shot connected.
Kakoullis thuds his shin into the meat of Pandahammer's side.
Kakoullis is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Pandahammer.
Pandahammer fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Kakoullis checks it well.
A low kick from Kakoullis misses
and Pandahammer counters with a good low kick that Kakoullis was not able to check.
Pandahammer moves out of range of the strikes.
Kakoullis takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Pandahammer throws a push kick but Kakoullis slaps the foot to one side.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kakoullis moves into range and connects with a jab.
Kakoullis throws a leg kick that misses.
Pandahammer looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Pandahammer takes one on the button.
Kakoullis is looking to chop away at Pandahammer's legs.
Kakoullis shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. #T1#
Kakoullis throws a leg kick that misses.
Kakoullis ducks under a wild hook from Pandahammer.
Kakoullis tries to land a leg kick but Pandahammer saw it coming and moves away.
The crowd cheers as Kakoullis lands an impressive looking overhand right. Pandahammer doesn't seem phased though.
Kakoullis takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Kakoullis misses the jab.
Pandahammer keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Pandahammer throws a jab when Kakoullis was well out of range.
Kakoullis throws a leg kick but Pandahammer moved away.
A low kick from Pandahammer is predictable there
and Kakoullis counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Kakoullis misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Pandahammer.
Kakoullis misses with a right hand
and Pandahammer counters with a nice leg kick.
Kakoullis thows a leg kick but Pandahammer checks it
and Pandahammer counters with a head kick.
Kakoullis misses with a body shot. #T2#
Kakoullis looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Pandahammer connects with a right hand. Kakoullis shakes it off.
Kakoullis feints and then cracks Pandahammer's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Pandahammer down.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A swing and a miss from Kakoullis.
Pandahammer blocks a low kick nicely.
Pandahammer takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Pandahammer throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kakoullis throws a solid leg kick but Pandahammer takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Kakoullis.
Pandahammer uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis avoids a kick to the body.
Pandahammer steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Kakoullis. That one must have hurt.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Kakoullis crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Pandahammer - the referee stops the clock and Kakoullis gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Pandahammer. Kakoullis manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
A big left from Kakoullis misses.
Kakoullis throws a body punch but Pandahammer moves out of range.
A telegraphed right hand from Kakoullis misses the target. #T3#
Kakoullis throws a head kick that misses
and Pandahammer counters with an outside leg kick.
Kakoullis throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Pandahammer counters with a stiff right hand.
A big right from Kakoullis misses.
Kakoullis throws the left hand but Pandahammer avoids the punch easily.
Pandahammer wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Good shot there by Pandahammer.
Pandahammer is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Pandahammer takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Pandahammer throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Kakoullis takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Pandahammer checks a leg kick.
Pandahammer seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Kakoullis throws a body punch but Pandahammer moves out of range.
A low kick from Kakoullis misses
and Pandahammer counters with a straight right hand.
Pandahammer throws a front kick aimed at Kakoullis's knee but Kakoullis avoids it well.
Kakoullis steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Kakoullis slips a jab from Pandahammer.
Pandahammer swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#T4#
Kakoullis looks to land a left hand but Pandahammer moved out of range nicely.
Kakoullis with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Pandahammer to score with a decent uppercut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Pandahammer tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Kakoullis loads up on a big right hand but Pandahammer slips the punch.
Kakoullis throws a predictable looking body shot
enabling Pandahammer to counter with a crisp jab.
Kakoullis buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Kakoullis attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Kakoullis tries to land a front kick but Pandahammer steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Pandahammer keeps Kakoullis at a distance using the push kick.
Pandahammer looks to throw the jab but Kakoullis is out of range.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Pandahammer lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Kakoullis has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Kakoullis and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Pandahammer throws a looping overhand right but Kakoullis ducks down to avoid it.
Kakoullis misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Kakoullis takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but Grigol Pandahammer did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R4#
Kakoullis takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
A big right from Pandahammer misses.
Pandahammer bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Pandahammer blocks a head kick by Kakoullis.
A punch lands to the side of Kakoullis 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Pandahammer misses with a straight right.
Kakoullis throws a push kick but Pandahammer slaps the foot to one side.
Pandahammer looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Kakoullis throws a head kick that misses.
Kakoullis looks to throw a body kick
and Pandahammer cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Kakoullis misses with a few strikes there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A punch lands to the side of Kakoullis 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Pandahammer lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Pandahammer lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Pandahammer avoids the body shot from Kakoullis. #T1#
Kakoullis is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Pandahammer.
Kakoullis misses with the body kick#CL#
and Pandahammer holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Kakoullis lands a nice shot to the body. #BC#
Pandahammer pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Kakoullis pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Kakoullis scoring well with a low kick there.
Kakoullis comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Pandahammer bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Kakoullis fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Pandahammer checks it well.
Pandahammer displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kakoullis throws out the jab.
Kakoullis keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Pandahammer.
Pandahammer paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Kakoullis tries to land a body kick
letting Pandahammer counter with a right hand.
Kakoullis takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.#T2#
Kakoullis looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Kakoullis's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Kakoullis works Pandahammer's body with a nice hook.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kakoullis misses with an uppercut. Pandahammer saw that one coming.
A big left from Kakoullis misses.
Kakoullis feints and then cracks Pandahammer's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Pandahammer down.
Kakoullis waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Pandahammer.
Pandahammer looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Pandahammer lands a nice hook to Kakoullis's body. Kakoullis takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Kakoullis connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Kakoullis throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Pandahammer sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Kakoullis jabs Pandahammer right on the nose. Pandahammer blinks but takes it well.
Kakoullis thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Pandahammer if he has to take too many more of those.
Kakoullis misses the jab.
An attempted straight right counter from Pandahammer misses the target.
Pandahammer takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing? #T3#
Kakoullis throws a right hand that misses
and Pandahammer counters with a three punch combo that has Kakoullis backing up. Kakoullis nods at Pandahammer to acknowledge the strikes.#CUT#
That has opened up Sotiris Kakoullis's cut even more.
Pandahammer walks forward, straight into a front kick from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis feints and then cracks Pandahammer's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Pandahammer down.
Pandahammer slips a straight right by Kakoullis.
Pandahammer throws a leg kick which misses Kakoullis's front leg but catches the back leg as Kakoullis tries to avoid it.
An inside leg kick from Pandahammer misses.
Pandahammer fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kakoullis manages to avoid it.
Kakoullis misses with a lunging right hand
and Pandahammer counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Nice jab there from Pandahammer.
Kakoullis tries to land a front kick but Pandahammer steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Kakoullis misses with a kick to the body
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Kakoullis does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Pandahammer checks a leg kick. #T4#
Kakoullis looks to land a left hand but Pandahammer moved out of range nicely.
Pandahammer throws a hook to the side of Kakoullis's head but Kakoullis sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kakoullis let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Good work by Kakoullis as he checks the leg kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Pandahammer walks into a left hand.
Pandahammer takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Kakoullis rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
letting Pandahammer counter with a right hand.
Pandahammer looks to land a body kick but Kakoullis moved away.
Kakoullis throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Pandahammer counters with a three punch combo that has Kakoullis backing up. Kakoullis nods at Pandahammer to acknowledge the strikes.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Kakoullis.
Pandahammer defending well as Kakoullis loads up on a big left hand.
Kakoullis throws a nice inside leg kick.
Kakoullis tries to land a leg kick but Pandahammer saw it coming and moves away.
Pandahammer uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kakoullis.
Pandahammer pivots, looking for a leg kick but Kakoullis is out of range and Pandahammer settles back down.
Kakoullis tries a quick counter leg kick but Pandahammer is wise to it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close fourth round but I would say that Grigol Pandahammer will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R5#
Kakoullis does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Pandahammer connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Kakoullis is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Pandahammer.
Kakoullis rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Pandahammer counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Pandahammer lands a slapping body shot.
Kakoullis staying out of range there.
Pandahammer jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Kakoullis throws the kick towards the body but Pandahammer avoids it.
Kakoullis swings for the body but Pandahammer moves out of range.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Pandahammer - that will leave a mark!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kakoullis ducks under a wild hook from Pandahammer.
Pandahammer avoids a kick to the body.
Kakoullis attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Kakoullis looks to land a body kick but Pandahammer moved away.#T1#
A clash of legs there as Pandahammer blocks the low kick.
Kakoullis takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Kakoullis jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kakoullis throws a leg kick
and Pandahammer finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Kakoullis throws out a powerful jab.
Kakoullis throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Kakoullis throws a head kick but Pandahammer moves out of range.
Pandahammer avoids the body shot from Kakoullis.
And Pandahammer counters with a quick kick to the body but Kakoullis blocks it.
A good leg kick by Pandahammer.
Pandahammer moves out of range as Kakoullis throws a body kick.
A telegraphed right hand from Pandahammer misses the target.
Pandahammer feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Kakoullis's calf.
Pandahammer misses with a head kick.
Pandahammer lands a jab to the head. #T2#
Pandahammer moves out of range of the body kick from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Kakoullis waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Pandahammer.
A combination from Kakoullis does no damage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kakoullis blocks the body kick.
Kakoullis lands a front kick.
Kakoullis tries a low kick but Pandahammer avoids it.
Pandahammer throws a hook to the side of Kakoullis's head but Kakoullis sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kakoullis tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Kakoullis misses the shot to the body.
Pandahammer misses with a looping right.
Kakoullis throws a good cross that connects.
Kakoullis wants to slow Pandahammer down by chopping away at his legs.
Pandahammer cracks Kakoullis with an open hand slap.#T3#
Pandahammer thuds his right hand into Kakoullis's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Kakoullis throws a leg kick that misses.
Pandahammer on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Pandahammer takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Pandahammer scores with a nice head shot.
Kakoullis connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Pandahammer scores with a leg kick.
Kakoullis connects with a crisp jab.
Pandahammer looks for the body kick but Kakoullis saw that one coming.
Kakoullis dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Pandahammer ducks under a wild hook from Kakoullis.
Pandahammer bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A lazy left from Kakoullis finds it's target.#T4#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Pandahammer checks a low kick from Kakoullis.
Pandahammer fires out a quick counter leg kick but Kakoullis just manages to avoid it.
Good work by Kakoullis as he checks the leg kick.
And Kakoullis responds with a good body kick, but Pandahammer manages to step out the way in time.
Pandahammer chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Pandahammer lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
A telegraphed right hand from Kakoullis misses the target.
Kakoullis looks to score with a jab to the body but Pandahammer is just out of range.
Kakoullis misses with a low kick.
Kakoullis misses with the combination.
Kakoullis throws an off balance right hand
and Pandahammer counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Kakoullis takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Kakoullis misses with a right hand
and Pandahammer counters with a thumping low kick.
Kakoullis throws a solid leg kick but Pandahammer takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Kakoullis.
Kakoullis has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Pandahammer.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Grigol Pandahammer.
I think Pandahammer has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 49:47
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 48:47
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 46:50

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Grigol Pandahammer!
Grigol Pandahammer retains his light heavyweight title!
During a confident post fight interview, Grigol Pandahammer thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: Syn 536 - Maleficium
Date: Jul 21, 2017

#R1#
A punch lands to the side of Kakoullis 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Judea scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Kakoullis has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Gym Beam in the buildup to the fight.
Kakoullis takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Judea takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
A looping hook to the body misses from Judea. Kakoullis does a little dance to reset his feet.
Judea slips under a jab from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
A big right from Judea misses.
Judea lands a front kick.
Kakoullis throws a nice outside leg kick.
Kakoullis throws the kick towards the body but Judea avoids it.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
A big left from Kakoullis misses.
Kakoullis throws a low kick, looking for Judea's leg but Judea calmly moves out of range.
Kakoullis throws a half hearted mid kick.
Kakoullis throws a head kick that misses.
Kakoullis lands with a thumping leg kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Judea scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Kakoullis doesn't seem bothered though.
Nice defenses there by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Nice uppercut lands for Judea. That snapped Kakoullis's head back.
Judea lands with a straight right. Kakoullis didn't see that one coming.#T1#
Kakoullis takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Kakoullis fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Judea manages to avoid it.
Kakoullis throws a body kick that misses.
Judea throws a jab when Kakoullis was well out of range.
Nice defenses there by Kakoullis.
Judea steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Kakoullis. That one must have hurt.
Judea takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Judea connects with a body shot.
Kakoullis keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Kakoullis.
Judea misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kakoullis.
Crunch! Kakoullis slams his shin into Judea's torso.
Judea checks the leg kick nicely there.
Kakoullis lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Kakoullis throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kakoullis scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Judea tried to score with a low kick but Kakoullis checks it.
Kakoullis uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Judea.
Kakoullis loads up on a big right hand but Judea slips the punch.#T2#
Judea throws a nice outside leg kick.
Judea takes one to the side of the head.
Kakoullis just misses with a punch to the body.
Kakoullis lands a nice leg kick that just misses Judea's sensitive parts.
Judea lands a nice looking body kick.
Judea misses with a body kick.
Kakoullis swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Judea blocks the body kick.
Nice shot lands for Kakoullis.
The fighters circle momentarily. Judea darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Judea uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Judea takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Kakoullis misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Judea cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Judea tries to work over Kakoullis's front leg with a kick but Kakoullis checks it.
Kakoullis appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Kakoullis blocks a jab.
A bone on bone clash there as Kakoullis blocks the leg kick.
Judea misses with a looping right.#T3#
Judea throws a right hand that misses
and Kakoullis counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Judea blocks a low kick nicely.
Kakoullis avoids the body shot from Judea.
Kakoullis throws a shot from downtown. Judea moves away and avoids it.
Kakoullis's corner calls for a 1-2. Kakoullis obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Kakoullis scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Kakoullis lands with a thumping leg kick.
Judea throws a low kick, looking for Kakoullis's leg but Kakoullis calmly moves out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Judea. Kakoullis does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kakoullis throws a body punch but Judea moves out of range.
Kakoullis avoids the head kick by Judea.
Judea misses with a hook to the body
and Kakoullis counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A solid leg kick lands there for Judea.
Kakoullis throws the kick towards the body but Judea avoids it.
Kakoullis throws a shot to the body.
Kakoullis paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Judea throws a body punch but Kakoullis moves out of range.
Judea throws a half hearted mid kick.
A quick step to the side and Kakoullis tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.#T4#
Judea lands with a kick to the temple. Kakoullis shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Kakoullis lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Kakoullis ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kakoullis misses with an uppercut
and Judea counters with a low kick, right behind Kakoullis 's knee.
Kakoullis is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Kakoullis fakes the leg kick and cracks Judea in the body.
Kakoullis cracks Judea with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Judea throws a jab but it's blocked by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Judea thuds a left hand into Kakoullis's body.
Judea wants to land a leg kick but Kakoullis is out of range.
Judea moves out of range as Kakoullis throws a body kick.
Kakoullis is looking to slow Judea down with leg kicks.
Kakoullis swinging wildly here.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kakoullis with a jab.
Judea swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sotiris Kakoullis dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Judea throws a head kick that misses.
Judea slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Kakoullis throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A nice inside leg kick there by Kakoullis. That's going to slow Judea down.
Kakoullis looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Judea! But no joy.
Judea defending well as Kakoullis loads up on a big left hand.
A countering left hand to the body from Judea misses.
Judea's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Kakoullis swings for the body but Judea moves out of range.
Judea takes a swing at Kakoullis's ribcage but misses.
Kakoullis is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Judea can do to turn this around?
Kakoullis throws a solid leg kick but Judea takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Kakoullis.
Judea tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Kakoullis takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Judea looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Kakoullis, right into the meat.
Kakoullis scoring well with a low kick there.
Judea moves out of range of the strikes.
Kakoullis throws a low kick but Judea moves out of range easily.
Judea misses with a leg kick
and Kakoullis counters with a thumping low kick.
Judea throws a body punch but Kakoullis moves out of range. #T1#
Judea lands with a good body shot.
Judea misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Judea misses with an uppercut.
Judea checks the leg kick.
A leg kick checked by Kakoullis.
Judea feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Kakoullis's calf.
Kakoullis throws an overhand right that lands on Judea's shoulder, as Judea tries to avoid the shot.
Kakoullis throws out a leg kick but Judea moves out of range and Kakoullis only half commits.
Judea swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Judea looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Kakoullis looks to score with a jab to the body but Judea is just out of range.
Judea misses with a low kick.
Judea looks to score with a jab to the body but Kakoullis is just out of range.
A quick step to the side and Kakoullis tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Judea misses with a straight right.
Judea delivers a nice body kick.
Kakoullis with a hook.
Kakoullis throws a head kick that misses.
Judea misses with a low kick. #T2#
Kakoullis throws a body kick that misses.
No joy there for Kakoullis, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Kakoullis takes a shot to the body in his stride.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kakoullis avoids the body shot from Judea.
Kakoullis tried to counter with a leg kick but Judea avoided it.
Judea uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kakoullis.
Judea attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Judea has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Judea.
Judea fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Kakoullis lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Judea circles away quickly and effectively.
Kakoullis rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Judea moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Kakoullis lands a nice looking kick to the body. Judea takes a step back to recover.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Judea crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Kakoullis - the referee stops the clock and Judea gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Kakoullis. Judea manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Judea throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kakoullis sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Kakoullis half committed to a counter leg kick.
Kakoullis thumps Judea with a low kick.#T3#
Judea slips a jab and a cross from Kakoullis.
Judea now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with eachother but Judea might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Kakoullis has got the better of the exchanges.
Kakoullis fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Judea swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Kakoullis. Judea shrugs it off though.
Judea throws a combination that misses
and Kakoullis counters with a nice body shot.
Kakoullis throws a low kick but Judea moves out of range easily.
Judea doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Kakoullis connects with a nice looking jab.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Kakoullis. Judea shrugs it off though.
Judea is breathing heavily.
Kakoullis dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Judea misses with a looping left.
Judea tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kakoullis was well out of range. Poor timing from Judea.
A solid body kick from Kakoullis.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Judea throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Judea has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis misses with a body shot.
Kakoullis comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.#T4#
Kakoullis lands a nice looking body kick.
Kakoullis connects with an inside leg kick.
Judea closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Kakoullis throws a quick inside leg kick.
Kakoullis is looking to land body kicks.
Judea doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Kakoullis misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Judea.
Good leg kick by Kakoullis there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Judea cracks the inside of Kakoullis's front leg.
Kakoullis ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Judea slips a straight right by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis throws a leg kick which misses Judea's front leg but catches the back leg as Judea tries to avoid it.
Judea connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Kakoullis throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Judea is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Kakoullis with a body shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Judea fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Kakoullis has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Sotiris Kakoullis is winning the standup battle so far.
Kakoullis throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Judea fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Kakoullis looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Judea works Kakoullis's body with a nice hook.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sotiris Kakoullis dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
A lazy left from Kakoullis finds it's target.
Kakoullis steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Judea.
Kakoullis tries to land a front kick but Judea steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Judea misses with a hook.
Judea jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Judea moves out of range of the body kick from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis dodges the punch combination from Judea.
Judea swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kakoullis misses with a hook. Judea ducked under it nicely.
Kakoullis paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Judea clobbers Kakoullis with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Judea misses with a body punch
and Kakoullis counters with a thumping low kick.
Judea throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Judea fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Kakoullis.
Kakoullis thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Judea if he has to take too many more of those.
Judea connects with an inside leg kick.#T1#
Judea misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kakoullis.
Judea throws a leg kick that is checked
and Kakoullis counters with a nice uppercut.
Kakoullis misses with a body shot.
Kakoullis thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Judea if he has to take too many more of those.
Judea takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Kakoullis misses with the combination.
Kakoullis displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Judea throws out the jab.
Judea misses the body punch
and Kakoullis counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Judea throws a leg kick that misses.
Kakoullis throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Judea lands with a hook. Kakoullis tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Kakoullis cracks Judea with a right hand to the side of the head.
Judea throws a hook but Kakoullis avoids it easily.
Kakoullis moves out of range of the leg kick from Judea.
Kakoullis scores with a sloppy right hand. Judea should have avoided that one.
Judea turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Judea looks to land a left hand but Kakoullis moved out of range nicely.
Stan Judea has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Sotiris Kakoullis is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Kakoullis lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Kakoullis cracks the inside of Judea's front leg.
Judea looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Kakoullis misses with a kick to the body.
Judea throws a leg kick that is checked
and Kakoullis counters with a nice low kick that buckles Judea's knee momentarily.
Kakoullis avoids the body shot from Judea.
A decent looking cross lands there for Kakoullis.
Kakoullis lands a nice shot to the body.
A cross from Kakoullis lands.
Kakoullis uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Judea.
Judea misses with a jab to the body
and Kakoullis counters with a nice body kick.
Judea takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
A nice leg kick lands there from Kakoullis.
Judea takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Kakoullis ducks right into an uppercut from Judea. #CUT2#
It looks like Sotiris Kakoullis has been cut.
Nice body kick from Kakoullis.#T3#
Kakoullis lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Kakoullis lands a nice looking kick to the body. Judea takes a step back to recover.
Judea missing with a left hand there. Kakoullis was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
An inside leg kick lands from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Kakoullis avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Kakoullis jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Kakoullis thuds his shin into the meat of Judea's side.
Judea pivots, looking for a leg kick but Kakoullis is out of range and Judea settles back down.
As Judea backs away, Kakoullis returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Kakoullis's jab looks to have found its range, popping Judea under the eye.
Judea tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Kakoullis keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Judea takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Kakoullis uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Judea.
Kakoullis cracks the inside of Judea's front leg.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Judea lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Kakoullis has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Kakoullis and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Judea throws out a leg kick but Kakoullis moves out of range and Judea only half commits.
Judea has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.#T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Judea misses the shot to the body.
Kakoullis feints and then cracks Judea's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Judea down.
Kakoullis jabs at Judea's body.
A leg kick checked by Kakoullis.
Judea ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kakoullis moves away.
Judea sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Kakoullis explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Kakoullis connects with a leg kick. Judea looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
A solid leg kick lands there for Kakoullis.
Kakoullis stuns Judea with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
A lazy body kick from Judea
and Kakoullis makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Kakoullis misses the shot to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Judea throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kakoullis sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Kakoullis thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Judea if he has to take too many more of those.
A telegraphed right hand from Judea misses the target.
Kakoullis ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.

And that's the end of the fight!
Sotiris Kakoullis showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Kakoullis has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 30:27
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 30:27
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sotiris Kakoullis!
Sotiris Kakoullis decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: Syn 533 - Idiosyncratic
Date: Jul 07, 2017

#R1#
Mutou throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Kakoullis on the side of the head.
Kakoullis with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Mutou just misses with a punch to the body.
Mutou slips under a jab from Kakoullis.
Mutou swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Kakoullis throws a low kick but Mutou avoids it.
Kakoullis missing with a left hand there. Mutou was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Kakoullis delivers a nice body kick.
Mutou takes a shot to the body in his stride.
A big left from Kakoullis misses.
A decent looking cross lands there for Kakoullis.
Mutou uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kakoullis.
Mutou uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis catches Mutou with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Mutou throws a lazy right hand but Kakoullis sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#T1#
The fighters circle, before Kakoullis throws a beautiful high kick that crashes into Mutou's neck, sending him stumbling to the floor! Kakoullis lands more strikes and forces a referee stoppage! That one ended in an instant!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:06 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Kick & Punches). Sotiris Kakoullis!
During a confident post fight interview, Sotiris Kakoullis thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: GAMMA#640 Origi v Kakoulis
Date: Jun 10, 2017

#R1#
Origi digs a good body shot into Kakoullis's ribs.
A big left from Origi misses.
Origi scores with a jab to the body.
The crowd cheers as Origi lands an impressive looking overhand right. Kakoullis doesn't seem phased though.#CUT#
It looks like Sotiris Kakoullis has been cut.
Kakoullis uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Origi.
Kakoullis feints and then cracks Origi's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Origi down.
Origi stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Kakoullis lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.#CUT2#
It looks like Divock Origi has been cut.
Kakoullis has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Origi is looking to slow Kakoullis down with leg kicks.
Kakoullis lands a right hook to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kakoullis throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Kakoullis scores with the left hand. Origi knows he should have avoided that one.
Origi looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Origi throws a head kick that misses.
Kakoullis looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Origi misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis scores with a decent looking hook.
A jab from Kakoullis misses.
Kakoullis is looking to chop away at Origi's legs. #T1#
Kakoullis misses with a straight right.
Kakoullis needs to keep his hands up - Origi had a free shot at his head there.
Origi throws an overhand right that lands on Kakoullis's shoulder, as Kakoullis tries to avoid the shot.
Origi blocks a low kick nicely.
Kakoullis just misses with a punch to the body.
A little feinted left hand from Origi on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Kakoullis misses with a right hand
and Origi counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#CUT#
That has opened up Sotiris Kakoullis's cut even more.
Kakoullis scores with a push kick.
Origi throws a lazy uppercut
and Kakoullis counters with a straight right hand.
A jab lands there for Origi.
Kakoullis scores with a jab to the body.
Origi rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Kakoullis moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Kakoullis misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Origi.
Origi blocks the body kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Origi misses with an uppercut. #T2#
Origi throws out a loose jab but Kakoullis uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kakoullis was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Origi throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Sotiris Kakoullis seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kakoullis lands a jab to Origi's midsection.
Kakoullis throws a head kick that misses.
Kakoullis avoids the body shot from Origi.
Origi swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Origi pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Origi throws a head kick that misses.
Kakoullis checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Origi lands a glancing blow to the side of Kakoullis's head.
Origi takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Kakoullis moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Nice body kick there by Kakoullis.
Origi is breathing heavily.
Kakoullis digs a good hook to Origi's body.
Kakoullis lands with a nice body kick. #T3#
Kakoullis throws a nice head kick!
Origi ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kakoullis moves away.
Kakoullis lands a jab.
Kakoullis lets loose with a powerful body kick. Origi will feel that in the morning.
Origi takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Origi takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Kakoullis lands a front kick.
Origi walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Kakoullis lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Kakoullis lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Origi missing with a left hand there. Kakoullis was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Decent striking displayed by Kakoullis there.
Kakoullis scores with a shot to the body. #T4#
Kakoullis misses with a low kick as Origi jumps back.
An attempted straight right counter from Origi misses the target.
Origi throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kakoullis sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Kakoullis takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Kakoullis attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Kakoullis throws a head kick that misses.
Nice uppercut there from Origi.
Kakoullis loads up on a big right hand but Origi slips the punch.
Kakoullis throws a half hearted mid kick.
Origi jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kakoullis uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Origi.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Origi throws a jab when Kakoullis was well out of range.
Kakoullis moves away from the strike by Origi.
Kakoullis now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Kakoullis throws a right and a left that both miss.
Origi tried to counter with a leg kick but Kakoullis avoided it.
Kakoullis connects with a crisp jab.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sotiris Kakoullis dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Kakoullis cracks Origi with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Kakoullis takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Origi throws a poor cross that misses
and Kakoullis counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Origi has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Origi there as he acknowledges the shot.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Origi might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Origi feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Kakoulliss jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Jab, jab by Origi - just one landing.
A head kick misses from Origi.
Kakoullis looks to land a body kick but Origi moved away.
Origi fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Kakoullis has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Kakoullis lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Origi moves out of range of the body kick.
Kakoullis checks a low kick from Origi.
Origi lands a nice looking body shot.
Kakoullis slips a jab and a cross from Origi.
Kakoullis appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.#T1#
Origi tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Kakoullis throws a jab when Origi was well out of range.
Kakoullis throws a leg kick but Origi sees it coming and moves out of range.
Origi appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
A jab from Kakoullis misses.
Sotiris Kakoullis seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Kakoullis misses with a hook.
Origi throws a jab but it's blocked by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Origi just misses with a punch to the body.
Origi moves out of range of the body kick from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis keeps the fight on the outside.
Kakoullis throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kakoullis lands a head kick. Origi smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Kakoullis throws a lazy body kick
and Kakoullis takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CUT#
The cut above Sotiris Kakoullis's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Origi connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Kakoullis's hands.#T2#
Kakoullis works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Origi cracks Kakoullis with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
A jab from Kakoullis misses.
Kakoullis lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Kakoullis goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Origi connects with a body shot that sends Kakoullis's belly button to the back.
Origi loads up on a big right hand but Kakoullis slips the punch.
Kakoullis looks to land a body kick but Origi moved away.
Kakoullis fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Origi checks it well.
Origi will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Kakoullis avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Origi attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
A cross from Kakoullis lands.
Origi checks a low kick from Kakoullis.
A low kick from Kakoullis misses
and Origi counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T3#
Kakoullis fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
A leg kick checked by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Origi.
Kakoullis swings widly with a right hand
and Origi counters with a slapping leg kick.
Kakoullis just misses with a punch to the body.
A jab lands there for Kakoullis.
Origi tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Kakoullis lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Kakoullis has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Origi checks the leg kick.
A telegraphed right hand from Origi misses the target.
Origi moves out of range of the strikes.
Origi swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Good shot there by Origi.#CUT#
Sotiris Kakoullis's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.
A big left from Origi misses. #T4#
Kakoullis tries a head kick but it misses.
Kakoullis scores with a leg kick.
Kakoullis fails to land with a series of punches.
Origi swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Kakoullis on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Origi. Origi obviously looking to wear him down.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kakoullis lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Kakoullis tries to land a body kick
enabling Origi to counter with a crisp jab.
Origi connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
A punch combination from Origi misses.
Origi lands a head kick!

The referee calls the doctor in to look at Sotiris Kakoullis's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:47 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Divock Origi!
Divock Origi took to the mic in his post fight interview and said 'War Origi!!'.

Event: EVO 314: Puno vs Juggernaut
Date: May 17, 2017

#R1#
Felterbush throws a hook but Kakoullis avoids it easily.
Kakoullis scores with a push kick.
Kakoullis misses with a low kick.
Kakoullis has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Felterbush scores with a push kick.
Felterbush has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Felterbush lands a head shot.
Felterbush doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
A left lands for Felterbush.#CUT#
It looks like Sotiris Kakoullis has been cut.
Felterbush misses with a body kick.
Felterbush shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Felterbush takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Felterbush lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Kakoullis circles away quickly and effectively.
Felterbush throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kakoullis sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kakoullis with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Kakoullis scores with a jab.
A looping hook to the body misses from Felterbush. Kakoullis does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kakoullis flicks out a counter leg kick but Felterbush steps away.
Felterbush throws a jab when Kakoullis was well out of range.
Felterbush throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Kakoullis counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CUT2#
It looks like Donnie Felterbush has been cut.
Kakoullis scores with a leg kick. #T1#
Felterbush moves out of range of the leg kick from Kakoullis.
Felterbush keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kakoullis.
Sotiris Kakoullis is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kakoullis slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Kakoullis misses with a body shot.
Felterbush walks forward, straight into a front kick from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Felterbush tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kakoullis was well out of range. Poor timing from Felterbush.
Kakoullis cracks Felterbush with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Felterbush pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Felterbush misses with an uppercut.
Felterbush dives in for a single leg takedown but Kakoullis sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Kakoullis keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Kakoullis avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Kakoullis fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Felterbush has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Felterbush walks forward, straight into a front kick from Kakoullis.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kakoullis throws a nice outside leg kick. #T2#
A thudding body kick lands there by Kakoullis!
Felterbush is breathing heavily.
Kakoullis throws a sloppy head kick and Felterbush moves out of range easily.
Felterbush cracks Kakoullis with a right hand to the side of the head.
Kakoullis lands a leg kick that knocks Felterbush off balance momentarily.
Felterbush fails with a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Donnie Felterbush. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Kakoullis, right into the meat.
Kakoullis cracks the inside of Felterbush's front leg.
Kakoullis is looking to slow Felterbush down with leg kicks.
Nice body punch from Kakoullis.
Felterbush is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Kakoullis stuns Felterbush with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Felterbush tries to move into range but Kakoullis moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Felterbush throws the left hand but Kakoullis avoids the punch easily.
Sloppy strikes from Felterbush. Those never looked like landing. #T3#
Kakoullis is looking to slow Felterbush down with leg kicks.
Kakoullis throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Felterbush fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Kakoullis tries to score with a low kick but Felterbush moves his leg out of the way.
Nice body kick from Kakoullis.
Felterbush doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Kakoullis scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Felterbush doesn't seem bothered though.
Kakoullis throws a nice inside leg kick.
Nice jab there from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Felterbush appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Kakoullis lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Kakoullis thows a body kick. Felterbush tries to catch it but that hurt him.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kakoullis walks forward and throws a big overhand right! Felterbush drops to the floor like a sack of potatoes! Kakoullis swarms on him with more punches until the referee wrestles him away from Felterbush's unconscious body! Wow, that was brutal!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Sotiris Kakoullis!
An out of breath Sotiris Kakoullis thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: EVO 310: Bashorov vs Orion
Date: Apr 22, 2017

#R1##CL2#
Nixon clinches with his opponent.
Kakoullis leaning against his opponent.
A short body shot lands from Nixon as the two fighters clinch.
Nixon misses with a punch to the body.
Kakoullis blocks a body shot from Nixon.
Nixon lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Kakoullis swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Nixon lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Nixon tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Nixon tries to throw a body punch but Kakoullis avoids it by throwing Nixon back against the cage.
Nixon swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kakoullis lands on the inside with an uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kakoullis blocks a body shot from Nixon.
A head punch on the inside from Nixon fails to land.
Kakoullis lands a body punch in the clinch.
Kakoullis taking a breather.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Nixon.
Kakoullis working aggressively here.
Kakoullis misses with an elbow strike. #T1#
Kakoullis misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Nixon misses with a hook from the clinch.
Nixon doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kakoullis misses with a punch to the body.
Nixon lands a nice uppercut.
Nixon tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kakoullis's elbow.
Nixon tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kakoullis's elbow. #BC#
Kakoullis manages to break the clinch.
Nixon loads up on a big right hand but Kakoullis slips the punch.
Kakoullis takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.#CUT2#
It looks like Sotiris Kakoullis has been cut.
Kakoullis is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Kakoullis goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Kakoullis motions for Nixon to come forward. Kakoullis throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Kakoullis misses with a body kick.
Nixon sizes up Kakoullis with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Kakoullis checks a leg kick nicely.
Kakoullis displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Nixon throws out the jab.
Kakoullis on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.#T2#
A slapping leg kick lands for Kakoullis.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nixon checks a low kick from Kakoullis.
Nixon is looking to clinch.
Kakoullis throws a low kick but Nixon moves out of range easily.
Kakoullis ducks under a wild hook from Nixon.
Nixon takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.#CL2#
Nixon has closed the distance and engaged Kakoullis in a clinch.
Kakoullis pushes Nixon back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Nixon can't find room to land a body shot as Kakoullis controls the action.
Nixon tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kakoullis's elbow. #BC#
Kakoullis breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Kakoullis seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Kakoullis misses with a body kick.
Kakoullis tests Nixon's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Nixon is looking to chop away at Kakoullis's legs.
Nixon scores with a jab. Kakoullis acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kakoullis. Nixon does a little dance to reset his feet.
Nixon misses with a looping left.
Kakoullis appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.#T3#
Kakoullis lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kakoullis. Nixon does a little dance to reset his feet.
A decent looking cross lands there for Kakoullis.
Kakoullis throws a big shot that misses.
Nice jab there from Kakoullis.
Nixon doesn't manage to clinch there - Kakoullis circles away.
Kakoullis uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Nixon.
A nice leg kick lands there from Nixon.
Kakoullis displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Nixon throws out the jab.
Kakoullis thuds a left hand into Nixon's body.
Kakoullis stuns Nixon with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Nixon is looking to clinch but Kakoullis is avoiding it.
Nixon sizes up Kakoullis with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Nixon fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Kakoullis looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#CL2#
Nixon pushes Kakoullis up against the cage in a clinch.#T4#
Nixon goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Nixon dodges an elbow strike from Kakoullis.
Nixon lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Kakoullis.
A right hand to the body from Kakoullis.
Nixon has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Kakoullis seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Nixon can turn it around.
Kakoullis tries to work over Nixon's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Kakoullis can't find room to land a body shot as Nixon controls the action.
Nixon misses with a short punch on the inside.
Nixon works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Nice body punch from Nixon - that landed with a thud.
Kakoullis misses with a hook to the ribs.
Nixon lands with a light punch inside.
A short uppercut from Nixon.
Kakoullis blocks a body shot from Nixon.
Kakoullis misses with a punch on the inside.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Nixon.
Nixon goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A short body shot lands from Nixon as the two fighters clinch.
Nixon misses with some punches.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Evil Nixon will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Sotiris Kakoullis's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Kakoullis connects with the punch.
Nixon throws a leg kick that is checked
and Kakoullis counters with a thumping low kick.
Kakoullis jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Kakoullis scores with a push kick.
Kakoullis lands with a kick to the ribs.
Nixon takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Kakoullis throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Nixon is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Kakoullis with a body shot.
Kakoullis lands with a kick to the temple. Nixon shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Nixon moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Sotiris Kakoullis is winning the standup battle so far.
Good exchange - Nixon coming out on top.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Kakoullis lets loose with a powerful body kick. Nixon will feel that in the morning.
Kakoullis throws a leg kick which misses Nixon's front leg but catches the back leg as Nixon tries to avoid it.
Kakoullis misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Nixon.
A big right from Nixon misses.
Kakoullis is looking for a counter combo.#T1#
Kakoullis misses the shot to the body.
Kakoullis throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Nixon scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Nixon scores with a punch to the head.
Kakoullis swats away the attempt to clinch by Nixon.
Kakoullis throws a jab when Nixon was well out of range.
Kakoullis misses with a wild body shot.
Nixon chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Kakoullis fakes the leg kick and cracks Nixon in the body.
Nixon is breathing heavily.
Kakoullis moves forwards but Nixon connects with a nice, crisp jab.#CL2#
Nixon has Kakoullis up against the cage in a clinch. #BC#
Kakoullis manages to break the clinch.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Kakoullis. #T2#
Kakoullis misses with a body kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nixon on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Kakoullis listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Nixon connects with the punch.
Nixon throws the left hand but Kakoullis avoids the punch easily.
Nixon misses with a looping left.
Kakoullis swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Nixon ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kakoullis moves away.
Sotiris Kakoullis seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kakoullis thows a left - swing and a miss!
Nixon throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #CL2#
Nixon clinches.
Kakoullis blocks a body shot from Nixon.
Nixon has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Kakoullis.
Nixon lands a hook to the side of the head.
Nixon has a couple of punches blocked by Kakoullis.
Nixon misses with a hook from the clinch.
Kakoullis blocks an uppercut.
Evil Nixon seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Kakoullis misses with a shot to the kidneys. #T3#
Come on Nixon - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Nixon goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Nixon can't find room to land a body shot as Kakoullis controls the action.
Nixon tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A head punch on the inside from Nixon fails to land. #BC#
Kakoullis breaks the clinch.
Nixon lands with a hook. Kakoullis tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Kakoullis moves out of range of the leg kick from Nixon.
Jab, jab by Nixon - just one landing.
Kakoullis throws the left hand but Nixon avoids the punch easily.#CL2#
Nixon closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Kakoullis swings wildly with an uppercut but Nixon uses good head movement to avoid it.
Nixon struggles to land a body shot inside as Kakoullis controls his hands.
Kakoullis is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Nixon is keeping busy.
Kakoullis blocks a punch to the side of the head. #T4#
Nixon lands with a right to the head.
Nixon content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Kakoullis works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Kakoullis lands a nice uppercut.
Kakoullis swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kakoullis is looking to control Nixon's arms but Nixon gets an underhook and turns him. Now Kakoullis has his back to the cage.
Kakoullis misses with a hook from the clinch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kakoullis tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Kakoullis doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kakoullis pushes Nixon back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Nice body punch from Kakoullis - that landed with a thud.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Nixon fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Nixon misses with a punch to the body.
Kakoullis tries to land a knee to the head but Nixon blocks with his arms.
Nixon works on Kakoullis's body with a couple of short punches.
Kakoullis tries to work over Nixon's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Sotiris Kakoullis will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Sotiris Kakoullis's cut.
That's time! Kakoullis's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R3#
Nixon throws a sloppy head kick and Kakoullis moves out of range easily.
Nixon lands a body shot.
Kakoullis tries to move into range but Nixon moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Nixon lands with a straight right. Kakoullis didn't see that one coming.
Kakoullis scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
The fighters circling - Nixon throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A looping hook to the body misses from Nixon. Kakoullis does a little dance to reset his feet.#CL2#
Nixon rushes Kakoullis and presses him up against the cage.
Nixon misses with the head strike.
Kakoullis blocks a punch to the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC#
Kakoullis breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Nixon throws a head kick that misses.
Kakoullis misses with a low kick as Nixon jumps back.
Nixon throws out a counter right but Kakoullis avoids it with no problem.
Kakoullis throws a predictable looking body shot
and Nixon counters with a nice body kick.
Nixon ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kakoullis moves away.#T1#
Kakoullis just misses with a punch to the body.
Jab from Nixon.
Kakoullis throws a jab but it's blocked by Nixon.
Kakoullis staying out of range there.
Kakoullis throws a half hearted mid kick.
Kakoullis throws a wild body kick that Nixon sees coming a mile off.
Kakoullis throws a jab but it's blocked by Nixon.
Nixon looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Kakoullis throws a push kick but Nixon slaps the foot to one side.
A lazy left from Kakoullis finds it's target.
Kakoullis throws a leg kick but Nixon sees it coming and moves out of range.
A jab from Nixon misses.
Nixon misses with a hook. Kakoullis ducked under it nicely.
A swing and a miss from Nixon.
Nixon misses with a body kick. #T2#
Kakoullis misses with a low kick as Nixon jumps back.
Kakoullis looks for the body kick but Nixon saw that one coming.
An inside leg kick lands from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis throws a leg kick
and Nixon counters with a thumping low kick.
Kakoullis is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Nixon.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Kakoullis. Nixon shrugs it off though.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kakoullis takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Nice cross by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Nixon throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Kakoullis throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kakoullis keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Kakoullis scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Nixon cracks Kakoullis with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.#T3#
Nixon scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Nixon ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Nixon connects with a nice looking jab.
Nixon tries to close the distance and clinch but Kakoullis swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Nixon lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
A jab from Kakoullis finds it's way through Nixon's defenses.
Kakoullis throws a big shot that misses.
Nixon looks to land a left hand but Kakoullis moved out of range nicely.
Kakoullis throws a nice head kick!
Kakoullis doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Kakoullis misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Nixon! But no joy.
Kakoullis blocks a leg kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kakoullis lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Nixon pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #T4#
Nixon uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis connects with a leg kick. Nixon looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Kakoullis chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Nixon ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Nixon ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kakoullis moves away.
Nixon connects with a body shot.
Nixon's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Nixon swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kakoullis looks for the body kick but Nixon saw that one coming.
Kakoullis takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Kakoullis ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kakoullis fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Nixon has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Kakoullis looks to score with a jab to the body but Nixon is just out of range.
Nixon tries to clinch but Kakoullis moves out of range.
Kakoullis misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close third round but Evil Nixon just about did enough to take it.
The cut man is working on Sotiris Kakoullis's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R4#
Nixon lands a jab to the nose.
Kakoullis thumps Nixon with a low kick.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Nixon.
Nixon throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Nixon misses with a wild body shot.
A quick step to the side and Kakoullis tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kakoullis fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Kakoullis ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Nixon moves away.
Kakoullis misses with a straight right.
Nixon avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Kakoullis looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Nixon throws a one two combo.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nixon throws out a leg kick but Kakoullis moves out of range and Nixon only half commits.
Nice body punch from Kakoullis.
Nixon bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Kakoullis's head backwards.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nixon on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Kakoullis. Kakoullis obviously looking to wear him down. #T1#
Nixon cracks Kakoullis with a good jab.
A jab from Nixon does it's job there.
Kakoullis connects with a nice looking jab.
Nixon tries to land a front kick but Kakoullis steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Nixon fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kakoullis manages to avoid it.
The crowd cheers as Nixon lands an impressive looking overhand right. Kakoullis doesn't seem phased though.
Kakoullis throws a hook to the side of Nixon's head but Nixon sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kakoullis has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Kakoullis there as he acknowledges the shot.#CL2#
Nixon has Kakoullis up against the cage in a clinch.
A short right from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis pressing his opponent against the cage.
Nixon swings away with an uppercut that misses. #T2##BC#
Kakoullis escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Nixon looks to land a left hand but Kakoullis moved out of range nicely.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kakoullis throws a sloppy head kick and Nixon moves out of range easily.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Kakoullis.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Nixon! But no joy.
Nixon throws a good cross that connects.
Kakoullis ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Nixon changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Kakoullis misses the shot to the body.
A jab lands there for Nixon.
Kakoullis ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Nixon moves away.
Kakoullis swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kakoullis swings for the body but Nixon moves out of range.
Kakoullis throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Nixon checks the leg kick nicely there. #T3#
Nixon throws out a loose jab but Kakoullis uses good head movement to avoid it.
A nice leg kick lands there from Nixon.
Kakoullis rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Nixon connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Kakoullis attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Kakoullis ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Nixon blocks the body kick.
Kakoullis lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Nixon fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Kakoullis has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Kakoullis avoids the body shot from Nixon.
Kakoullis closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Nixon misses with a double jab.
Kakoullis is looking to counter with a body kick.
Kakoullis misses with a body shot.
Kakoullis pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Kakoullis with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row. #T4#
Kakoullis with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Nixon throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kakoullis misses with a left hand
letting Nixon counter with a right hand.
Nixon moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Kakoullis keeps Nixon at a distance using the push kick.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Kakoullis.
Nixon throws a hook but Kakoullis avoids it easily.
Nixon tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Nixon blocks a head kick by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Nixon.
Nixon waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kakoullis.
Kakoullis moves forwards but Nixon connects with a nice, crisp jab.#CUT2#
Sotiris Kakoullis's cut is getting worse.
Kakoullis tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Nixon was well out of range. Poor timing from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis throws a body punch but Nixon moves out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Evil Nixon dominated that fourth round.
The cut man is working on Sotiris Kakoullis's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R5#
Nixon moves out of range of the leg kick from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Kakoullis lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Kakoullis gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Nixon thuds his right hand into Kakoullis's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Nixon scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.#CL2#
Nixon clinches.
Nixon misses with a punch on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kakoullis.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kakoullis misses with a hook from the clinch.
Kakoullis blocks a body shot from Nixon.
Kakoullis tries to work over Nixon's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Kakoullis misses with a short punch on the inside.
Kakoullis tries a body shot but Nixon blocks it. #BC#
Kakoullis's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#T1#
Kakoullis takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Kakoullis loads up on a big right hand but Nixon slips the punch.
Nixon tries a quick counter leg kick but Kakoullis is wise to it.
Nixon swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A shot to the liver by Kakoullis. Beautiful body shot.
Kakoullis throws a low kick but Nixon moves out of range easily.
Nixon sizes up Kakoullis with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Kakoullis buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Kakoullis looks to land a body kick but Nixon moved away.
Kakoullis's corner calls for a 1-2. Kakoullis obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. #CL2#
Nixon takes the fight into the clinch.
Kakoullis blocks an uppercut.
Kakoullis takes a shot to the head.
Kakoullis blocking some punches.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Nixon.
Sotiris Kakoullis has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Kakoullis lands with a short shot to the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nixon digs a right hand underneath Kakoullis's ribcage. Kakoullis let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Nixon tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Still in the clinch, Nixon scores with a nice short uppercut.
Kakoullis throws a punch but it's blocked by Nixon.
Kakoullis throws a punch but it's blocked by Nixon.
Nixon lands with a short shot to the head.
Nixon misses with the head strike.
Kakoullis working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Kakoullis misses with a hook to the ribs.
Nixon misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Nixon swings wildly with an uppercut but Kakoullis uses good head movement to avoid it.
Nixon blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Kakoullis blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #BC#
Kakoullis breaks from the clinch.
Nixon lands a leg kick that knocks Kakoullis off balance momentarily.
Evil Nixon is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T3#
Nixon stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Kakoullis with a nice cross.
Nixon avoids the body shot from Kakoullis.
Nice defenses there by Nixon.
Nixon steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kakoullis.
A big left from Nixon misses.
Kakoullis looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Kakoullis fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Nixon keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Nixon throws a sloppy head kick and Kakoullis moves out of range easily.
Nixon tries a head kick but it misses.
Good leg kick by Nixon there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Kakoullis moves away from the strike by Nixon.
Nixon connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Kakoullis momentarily.
Nixon wants to clinch but Kakoullis slips to the side
and Kakoullis counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T4#
Kakoullis attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Nixon slips a jab from Kakoullis.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nixon scoring well with a low kick there.
Kakoullis goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Kakoullis displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Nixon throws out the jab.
Nixon digs a good hook to Kakoullis's body.
Kakoullis throws out a loose jab but Nixon uses good head movement to avoid it.
Nixon scores with a nice right hand.
Kakoullis lands a leg kick that knocks Nixon off balance momentarily.
Kakoullis takes a swing at Nixon's ribcage but misses.
Kakoullis takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Kakoullis misses with a hook.
Kakoullis takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.

And that's the end of the fight!
Evil Nixon comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Nixon has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 46:49
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 46:49
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 45:50

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Evil Nixon!
Evil Nixon seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: EVO 304: Bashorov vs Kakoullis
Date: Mar 18, 2017

#R1#
Bashorov misses with a body shot.
Kakoullis has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Kakoullis throws a poor cross that misses
and Bashorov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Bashorov throws a hook but Kakoullis avoids it easily.
Kakoullis follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Kakoullis displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bashorov throws out the jab.
Kakoullis takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Bashorov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kakoullis.
Bashorov throws a lazy right hand but Kakoullis sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Kakoullis avoids the body shot from Bashorov.
Kakoullis steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Bashorov.
Bashorov looks to land a combination. Kakoullis sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Bashorov lands a really nice looking cross but Kakoullis seems unphased.
Kakoullis swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A leg kick checked by Bashorov.
Kakoullis is looking to slow Bashorov down with leg kicks.
Kakoullis throws a right hand that Bashorov ducks under and follows up with a left that Bashorov also avoids with ease.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kakoullis stuns Bashorov with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Kakoullis misses with a low kick.
Kakoullis ducks under a wild hook from Bashorov.
Kakoullis with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Bashorov to score with a decent uppercut.#T1#
A big left from Bashorov misses.
Bashorov scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Bashorov slips a jab from Kakoullis.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Kakoullis.
A bone on bone clash there as Bashorov blocks the leg kick.
It looked like Bashorov was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis misses with a jab, cross combination.
Kakoullis walks into a jab.
Kakoullis digs a good hook to Bashorov's body.
Kakoullis fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bashorov manages to avoid it.
Kakoullis stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Kakoullis wants it to stay on the feet.
Bashorov misses the shot to the body.
Kakoullis throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Kakoullis ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bashorov moves away.
An inside leg kick from Kakoullis misses.
Bashorov checks a leg kick.
Kakoullis swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Bashorov was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Kakoullis misses with a hook. Bashorov ducked under it nicely. #T2#
Bashorov takes a swing at Kakoullis's ribcage but misses.
Kakoullis unleashes a big counter combination but Bashorov bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Bashorov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kakoullis moves away.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kakoullis throws a right hand that Bashorov ducks under and follows up with a left that Bashorov also avoids with ease.
Kakoullis throws a hook but Bashorov avoids it easily.
Bashorov rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Kakoullis counters with a stiff right hand.
Bashorov tries for a takedown but Kakoullis sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Kakoullis misses with a straight right.
Bashorov has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Kakoullis finds it's way round the side to connect with Bashorov's head.
Kakoullis takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Bashorov takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Bashorov on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Kakoullis. Kakoullis obviously looking to wear him down.
Kakoullis throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Bashorov swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Kakoullis slips a straight right by Bashorov.
Bashorov scores with a jab to the body.
Kakoullis blocks a jab.
A shot to the body from Bashorov misses
and Kakoullis connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Kakoullis avoids the body shot from Bashorov. #T3#
Kakoullis throws a leg kick which misses Bashorov's front leg but catches the back leg as Bashorov tries to avoid it.
Bashorov rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Kakoullis moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Sotiris Kakoullis is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kakoullis throws a leg kick #TD#
and Bashorov decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Kakoullis's guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bashorov landing with the ground and pound.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Bashorov accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kakoullis trying to control the position here.
Bashorov throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Kakoullis is trying to control the position but Bashorov postures up.
Kakoullis looking for a sweep. Not yet Kakoullis, not yet. #T4#
Kakoullis trying to keep a closed guard but Bashorov is proving a slippery customer.
Bashorov lands a couple of elbows.
Bashorov throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Bashorov being controlled here momentarily.
Bashorov controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Bashorov stands and throws Kakoullis's legs to the side, diving into side control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Karim Bashorov will probably get the nod.
That's time! Bashorov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Bashorov scores with a jab to the jaw.
Kakoullis takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Kakoullis slips under a jab from Bashorov.
Kakoullis throws a hook but Bashorov blocks it.
A punch lands to the side of Bashorov 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Bashorov sizes up Kakoullis with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Bashorov moves out of range of the leg kick from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis throws a leg kick but Bashorov sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Bashorov works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Bashorov throws a hook but Kakoullis blocks it.
Kakoullis throws a hook but Bashorov avoids it easily.
Karim Bashorov is winning the standup battle so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bashorov throws a lazy right hand but Kakoullis sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Kakoullis takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Kakoullis scores with a body shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kakoullis scoring well with a low kick there.
Kakoullis tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bashorov was well out of range. Poor timing from Kakoullis.
Bashorov half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Bashorov missing with a left hand there. Kakoullis was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #T1#
Kakoullis misses with the body kick
and Bashorov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Kakoullis dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Bashorov lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
A slow jab from Kakoullis misses its intended target.
Kakoullis slips a jab from Bashorov.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Bashorov here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.
Nice body punch from Bashorov.
Kakoullis gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Bashorov lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Nice sprawl there from Kakoullis as Bashorov shoots in.
Kakoullis goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Bashorov takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Nice body kick there by Kakoullis.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kakoullis throws a big shot that misses.
Bashorov throws a body shot but no joy.
Bashorov connects with a jab.
Kakoullis smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.#T2#
Bashorov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis slips under a jab.
Bashorov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bashorov misses with a jab to the body
and Kakoullis connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Bashorov throws a body shot but no joy.
Bashorov lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Bashorov throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Kakoullis blocks a jab.#TD#
Bashorov closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Bashorov lands in his opponent's guard.
Kakoullis can't keep his opponent in guard - Bashorov advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Bashorov thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Kakoullis's head. #T3#
Kakoullis wants to get back to full guard.
Kakoullis trying to hold on to Bashorov's head to control him but Bashorov postures up.
Bashorov thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Kakoullis trying to control but Bashorov postures up.
Kakoullis tries to get to full guard but Bashorov has control of the leg.
Bashorov seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Kakoullis does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Bashorov working over Kakoullis with some ground and pound. Kakoullis looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Bashorov missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Karim Bashorov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Bashorov looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Kakoullis with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Bashorov thows a huge punch but Kakoullis dodges it nicely.
Kakoullis trying to control here.
Kakoullis avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Bashorov. #SUB#
Bashorov looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Bashorov trying to control from half guard but Kakoullis is working away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Karim Bashorov dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R3#
Kakoullis fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Good work by Bashorov as he checks the leg kick.
Kakoullis wants to land a leg kick but Bashorov is out of range.
Bashorov misses with a body shot.
Kakoullis keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bashorov throws a hook but Kakoullis avoids it easily.
Kakoullis thows a leg kick but Bashorov checks it
and Bashorov counters with a straight right hand.
Kakoullis looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
A combination from Bashorov does no damage.
Kakoullis rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bashorov counters with a three punch combo that has Kakoullis backing up. Kakoullis nods at Bashorov to acknowledge the strikes.
Kakoullis throws out a leg kick but Bashorov moves out of range and Kakoullis only half commits.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A punch combination from Kakoullis misses.
Bashorov walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Bashorov misses with a hook.
Kakoullis throws a low kick but it's checked well by Bashorov.
Bashorov throwing a counter right hand but Kakoullis manages to avoid it.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A good leg kick by Kakoullis. #T1#
Kakoullis misses the jab.
Kakoullis uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bashorov.
Kakoullis throws a leg kick but Bashorov checks it.
A punch combination from Bashorov misses.
Bashorov checks a leg kick.
Bashorov lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Bashorov.
Bashorov throws a jab when Kakoullis was well out of range.
Bashorov checks a leg kick.
Kakoullis showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Bashorov.
Kakoullis ducks right into an uppercut from Bashorov.
The fighters circling - Bashorov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kakoullis scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
A clash of legs there as Bashorov blocks the low kick.
Bashorov looks to score with a jab to the body but Kakoullis is just out of range.#T2#
Kakoullis fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Bashorov ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Bashorov shoots in and drives through. Kakoullis sprawls well.
Bashorov jabs Kakoullis to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Bashorov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kakoullis.
Bashorov throws an overhand right that lands on Kakoullis's shoulder, as Kakoullis tries to avoid the shot.
Kakoullis lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Bashorov throws the left hand but Kakoullis avoids the punch easily.
Bashorov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kakoullis was well out of range. Poor timing from Bashorov.
Bashorov is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Kakoullis throws a leg kick #TD#
and Bashorov counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Bashorov.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Kakoullis is on top in guard. #REVB#
Bashorov controls Kakoullis momentarily but Kakoullis frees himself.
Bashorov keeping full guard, as Kakoullis tries to pass. #T3#
Bashorov tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB#
Kakoullis avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Bashorov is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Kakoullis wants to control from the top but Bashorov keeps moving.
Bashorov is trying to hold Kakoullis in close to prevent damage but Kakoullis has managed to pass into half guard. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Kakoullis slows the pace down in half guard.
Bashorov makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Bashorov.
Bashorov manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Kakoullis manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Kakoullis tries to land a sweep but no joy.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but Karim Bashorov did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R4#
Bashorov takes a swing at Kakoullis's ribcage but misses.
Kakoullis delivers a nice body kick.
Bashorov avoids the body shot from Kakoullis.
Bashorov works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Bashorov misses with a looping left.
Kakoullis throws a big shot that misses.
Bashorov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kakoullis sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Bashorov works Kakoullis's body with a nice hook.
Nice straight punches there by Bashorov. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Bashorov.
Kakoullis tries a head kick but it misses.
The fighters circle momentarily. Bashorov darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kakoullis lands a nice shot to the body.
Bashorov looks to score with a jab to the body but Kakoullis is just out of range.
Bashorov ducks under a wild hook from Kakoullis.
Bashorov throws a hook but Kakoullis blocks it.
Kakoullis ducks under a wild hook from Bashorov.#T1#
Bashorov will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Kakoullis motions for Bashorov to come forward. Kakoullis throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. #TD#
Bashorov looking to score a takedown here. Kakoullis is defending well but Bashorov drives through and ends up in Kakoullis's guard.#ES2#
Kakoullis has his feet on Bashorov's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
A bone on bone clash there as Bashorov blocks the leg kick.
Bashorov digs a good body shot into Kakoullis's ribs.
Kakoullis slips a straight right by Bashorov.
Bashorov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis misses with a body shot.
Bashorov connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bashorov connects with a single shot there.
Kakoullis displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bashorov throws out the jab.
Kakoullis was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Bashorov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kakoullis throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kakoullis lands with a thumping leg kick. #T2#
Bashorov throws a body shot but no joy.
Bashorov takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Bashorov throws a right hand that misses
and Kakoullis counters with a thumping low kick.
It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over.
Bashorov scores with a hook.
Kakoullis has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
A slapping body kick lands there for Kakoullis.
Kakoullis throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bashorov throwing a counter right hand but Kakoullis manages to avoid it.
Kakoullis walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Bashorov checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Nice body kick there by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Bashorov moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Bashorov is defended easily by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis connects with an inside leg kick.#T3#
A looping hook to the body misses from Kakoullis. Bashorov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bashorov tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Kakoullis throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Bashorov will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Kakoullis! But no joy.
Bashorov looks to throw the jab but Kakoullis is out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bashorov. Kakoullis does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kakoullis avoids the body shot from Bashorov.
Kakoullis misses the jab.
Bashorov moves out of range of the leg kick from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bashorov.
Jab by Kakoullis.
Bashorov throws a hook to the side of Kakoullis's head but Kakoullis sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Bashorov looks to land a combination but Kakoullis avoids it well.
Kakoullis throws a series of punches but Bashorov moves out of range.
Bashorov misses with a straight right. #T4#
Kakoullis darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Bashorov lands a jab to the head.
Kakoullis on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
An inside leg kick from Kakoullis misses.
Kakoullis swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Bashorov counters with a nice uppercut.
Kakoullis misses with an uppercut.
Kakoullis tries to work over Bashorov's front leg with a kick but Bashorov checks it.
Bashorov takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Bashorov on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Bashorov thuds his right hand into Kakoullis's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Kakoullis loads up on a big right hand but Bashorov slips the punch.
Kakoullis uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bashorov.
Kakoullis throws a big shot that misses.
Bashorov digs a good hook to Kakoullis's body.
Bashorov wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close fourth round but Sotiris Kakoullis will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R5#
Bashorov scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Kakoullis tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Bashorov is able to avoid easily.
Kakoullis takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.#TD#
Bashorov shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Bashorov was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Kakoullis struggling a bit here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kakoullis isn't going anywhere.
Bashorov trying to control the position but Kakoullis is working away.
Bashorov is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Kakoullis is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#T1##REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Kakoullis takes one to the chin there.
Kakoullis thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kakoullis lands a slapping body shot.
Bashorov misses with a hook. Kakoullis ducked under it nicely.
Sotiris Kakoullis has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Kakoullis scores with a jab. Bashorov acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Kakoullis swings widly with a right hand
and Bashorov counters with a left to the body.
Bashorov scores with a nice right hand.
Bashorov shoots in and drives through. Kakoullis sprawls well.
Kakoullis is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Bashorov swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Bashorov misses with a straight left. #TD#
Bashorov closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Bashorov has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bashorov prevents Kakoullis from escaping the position.
You can see the frustration on Kakoullis's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Bashorov is looking to take a break and control but Kakoullis is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Kakoullis takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain. #T3#
Kakoullis managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Bashorov.
Kakoullis tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Bashorov wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Bashorov lands a few punches from side control.
Kakoullis avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Bashorov.
Kakoullis managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Bashorov.
Kakoullis parries the strikes from Bashorov easily there. Bashorov is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Kakoullis to escape.
Karim Bashorov is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Bashorov lands an elbow.
Bashorov looks up at the clock and then as Kakoullis takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Bashorov smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Bashorov is putting a hurting on Kakoullis here, landing some big shots from side control.
A lull in the action here as Bashorov stalls from top position.
Kakoullis tries to bench press Bashorov off him but Bashorov keeps the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kakoullis wants to control but Bashorov postures up.
Bashorov is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Bashorov is putting a hurting on Kakoullis here, landing some big shots from side control.

And that's the end of the fight!
Karim Bashorov showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Bashorov has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 49:46
Judge James Glass scores the fight 49:46
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 49:46

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Karim Bashorov!
Karim Bashorov retains his light heavyweight title!
Our winner, Karim Bashorov, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

Event: EVO 300
Date: Feb 22, 2017

#R1#
Kakoullis moves out of range as Highjack strikes.
Highjack on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Highjack on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Kakoullis blocks a jab.
Highjack throws a head kick that half lands. #CUT2#
It looks like Sotiris Kakoullis has been cut.
Highjack misses the shot to the body.
Highjack clobbers Kakoullis with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
We've been informed that Highjack has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Highjack misses with a straight right.
Nice body kick from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis misses with a series of wild punches.
Kakoullis misses with a body shot.
Highjack looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Highjack walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kakoullis on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Highjack. Highjack obviously looking to wear him down.
Highjack drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Kakoullis misses with a body kick.
Highjack takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Kakoullis slips under a jab from Highjack.
Kakoullis feinted there with a counter leg kick.#T1#
Kakoullis scores with a push kick.
Decent striking displayed by Kakoullis there.
Kakoullis lands a leg kick that knocks Highjack off balance momentarily.
Kakoullis throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Kakoullis blocks a leg kick.
Highjack with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Kakoullis cracks Highjack with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Kakoullis avoids the body shot from Highjack.
Sotiris Kakoullis seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kakoullis scoring well with a low kick there.
Kakoullis thows a left - swing and a miss!
Good exchange - Kakoullis coming out on top.
Highjack avoids the body shot from Kakoullis.
Highjack cracks a nice hook into Kakoullis's ribs.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Highjack misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Kakoullis counters with a solid body kick.
Kakoullis has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Gym Beam in the buildup to the fight.
Kakoullis connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Highjack's hands.
Highjack keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kakoullis.#T2#
Kakoullis jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Highjack swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Highjack keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Highjack throws a jab when Kakoullis was well out of range.
Kakoullis uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Highjack.
Kakoullis is looking to land body kicks.
Kakoullis tried to score with a low kick but Highjack checks it.
Kakoullis jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kakoullis walks forward, straight into a front kick from Highjack.
That kick from Highjack tenderised Kakoullis's leg. Kakoullis is trying to keep his angry face on.
Kakoullis on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Kakoullis wants to land a leg kick but Highjack is out of range.
Kakoullis jabs Highjack right on the nose. Highjack blinks but takes it well.
Highjack thows a leg kick but Kakoullis checks it
and Highjack takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Highjack moves out of range as Kakoullis strikes.#T3#
Kakoullis keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Highjack avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Highjack buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Kakoullis misses with a kick to the body.
Highjack throws an overhand right that lands on Kakoullis's shoulder, as Kakoullis tries to avoid the shot.
Kakoullis is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Highjack.
Highjack motions for Kakoullis to come forward. Highjack throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Kakoullis feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Highjack's calf.
A head kick misses from Highjack.
Kakoullis is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Kakoullis slips a straight right by Highjack.
Kakoullis moves away from the strike by Highjack.
Kakoullis throws a low kick, looking for Highjack's leg but Highjack calmly moves out of range.
Highjack works the jab nicely.
Highjack avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Kakoullis tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Highjack comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.#T4#
Kakoullis avoids the head kick by Highjack.
Highjack looks to land a right hand but Kakoullis moved out of range.
Highjack swings and misses with a hook to the body.
An attempted straight right counter from Kakoullis misses the target.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Highjack gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Kakoullis looks to land a body kick but Highjack moved away.
Highjack takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Highjack walks forward, straight into a front kick from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis cracks Highjack with a right hand to the side of the head.
Highjack looks to throw a body kick#KD#
and Kakoullis counters with a crisp one two that drops Highjack! Kakoullis thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Highjack to his feet! Highjack is in big trouble!
Highjack cracks Kakoullis with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Highjack has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis throws a wild body kick that Highjack sees coming a mile off.
A slapping body kick lands there for Kakoullis.
Highjack looks winded!
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Nice uppercut there from Highjack.
Kakoullis throws a series of punches but Highjack avoids them all with ease.
Kakoullis scores with a three punch combo!
Kakoullis throws a jab when Highjack was well out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sotiris Kakoullis dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Sotiris Kakoullis's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Kakoullis swings widly with a right hand
and Kakoullis takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Highjack waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kakoullis.
Highjack goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Highjack buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Kakoullis tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Highjack tries a quick counter leg kick but Kakoullis is wise to it.
Kakoullis misses with a body kick.
Highjack feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Kakoullis's calf.
Highjack lands a nice leg kick that just misses Kakoullis's sensitive parts.
Kakoullis moves out of range as Highjack strikes.
Highjack throws a hook but Kakoullis avoids it easily.
Highjack throws the left hand but Kakoullis avoids the punch easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Kakoullis.
A solid leg kick lands there for Kakoullis.
Kakoullis throws a push kick but Highjack slaps the foot to one side.
A low kick from Kakoullis misses
and Highjack counters with a series of strikes. Kakoullis will be more careful next time no doubt.
Kakoullis throws a hook to the side of Highjack's head but Highjack sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#T1#
Kakoullis uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Highjack.
Nice defenses there by Kakoullis.
Highjack misses with a hook.
Good leg kick by Kakoullis there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
An inside leg kick from Kakoullis misses.
Highjack on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Kakoullis misses with a two punch combination.
Highjack dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Highjack fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Kakoullis checks it well.
Highjack on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Kakoullis. Kakoullis obviously looking to wear him down.
Kakoullis shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Highjack on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Kakoullis moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Kakoullis slips under a jab.
Kakoullis slips under a jab from Highjack.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Highjack throws a leg kick
and Kakoullis counters with a body kick. #T2#
Highjack steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kakoullis. Highjack does a little dance to reset his feet.
Highjack was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Highjack feints and then cracks Kakoullis's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Kakoullis down.
Highjack throws a lazy right hand but Kakoullis sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Nice straight punches there by Highjack. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Highjack.
Kakoullis swings for the body but Highjack moves out of range.
Kakoullis looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Kakoullis misses with a body kick.
Highjack moves away from the strike by Kakoullis.
It seemed like Highjack was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Kakoullis scores with a jab. Highjack acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Highjack throws a leg kick
and Kakoullis counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Sotiris Kakoullis is winning the standup battle so far.
Kakoullis bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Highjack pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Highjack's corner calls for a 1-2. Highjack obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. #T3#
Kakoullis's corner calls for a 1-2. Kakoullis obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Kakoullis throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Kakoullis moves out of range of the leg kick from Highjack.
A low kick from Highjack is predictable there
and Kakoullis connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Highjack bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Kakoullis's head backwards.
Kakoullis waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Highjack.
Highjack chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Highjack throws a body shot but no joy.
Highjack checks a leg kick nicely.
Highjack lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Kakoullis fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Kakoullis goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
A bone on bone clash there as Highjack blocks the leg kick.
Highjack only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kakoullis bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Highjack's head.
Kakoullis throws a chopping leg kick but Highjack manages to avoid taking any serious damage.#T4#
Highjack pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Highjack's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Highjack tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Highjack is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
A solid body kick from Highjack.
Highjack throws out a loose jab but Kakoullis uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kakoullis throwing a counter right hand but Highjack manages to avoid it.
Kakoullis connects with a high kick.
Kakoullis lands with a cross.
Kakoullis's corner calls for a 1-2. Kakoullis obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. #ROC#
Highjack is rocked!
Highjack has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Highjack walks into a left hand.
Highjack is still on wobbly legs! Can Kakoullis finish him?
Kakoullis wants to land a leg kick but Highjack is out of range.
Highjack seems to have recovered his senses.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kakoullis throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Highjack throws a sloppy head kick and Kakoullis moves out of range easily.
Kakoullis is looking to counter punch.
Highjack throws a big shot that misses.
Kakoullis feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Kakoullis is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Highjack can do to turn this around?
Kakoullis throws a sloppy body shot
and Highjack counters with a nice low kick that buckles Kakoullis's knee momentarily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Sotiris Kakoullis will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Sotiris Kakoullis's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R3#
Highjack looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Kakoullis uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Highjack.
Kakoullis is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Donk. Highjack catches Kakoullis right on the button with a cross.#KD#
Kakoullis lands a big head kick that sends Highjack tumbling to the mat! Kakoullis takes a step backwards and waves Highjack back to his feet - he wants the finish!
Kakoullis looks to land a right hand but Highjack moved out of range.
Kakoullis throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Highjack looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Kakoullis lets loose with a powerful body kick. Highjack will feel that in the morning.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with eachother but Highjack might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Kakoullis has got the better of the exchanges.
Kakoullis misses with a hook. Highjack ducked under it nicely.
Nice shot by Highjack.
Kakoullis misses with a hook. Highjack ducked under it nicely.
Highjack tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Highjack moves out of range as Kakoullis throws a body kick.
Kakoullis misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Highjack counters with a straight right hand.#T1#
Kakoullis feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Highjack's calf.
Highjack checks a leg kick nicely.
Highjack just misses with a punch to the body.
Highjack misses with a low kick.
Highjack pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Highjack tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kakoullis was well out of range. Poor timing from Highjack.
Good leg kick by Kakoullis there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Kakoullis throws a body kick that misses.
Highjack flicks out a counter leg kick but Kakoullis steps away.
Kakoullis bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Highjack takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Kakoullis throws a head kick that Highjack semi-blocks.
Highjack lands a head shot.
Kakoullis throws an overhand right that lands on Highjack's shoulder, as Highjack tries to avoid the shot.
Kakoullis scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kakoullis. Highjack does a little dance to reset his feet.
Highjack misses with the combination. #T2#
Highjack throws a right and a left that Kakoullis avoids nicely.
Kakoullis was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Highjack connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Highjack on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Kakoullis connects with a good right hand that stumbles Highjack. Highjack circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Kakoullis scores with the left hand. Highjack knows he should have avoided that one.
Highjack moves out of range as Kakoullis throws a body kick.
Highjack throws a big shot that misses.
Kakoullis looks for the body kick but Highjack saw that one coming.
Highjack steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Good shot there by Highjack.
Highjack scores with a leg kick.
Kakoullis blocks a jab.
Kakoullis misses with a looping left.
Kakoullis is looking to slow Highjack down with leg kicks. #T3#
Highjack moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Kakoullis slips under a jab.
Highjack defending well as Kakoullis loads up on a big left hand.
Kakoullis lands a slapping body shot.
Kakoullis misses the shot to the body.
Highjack only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Highjack will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Kakoullis half committed to a counter leg kick.
Highjack avoids a kick to the body.
Highjack flicks out a counter leg kick but Kakoullis steps away.#KD#
Kakoullis drops Highjack with a beautiful combination! Highjack stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Kakoullis is looking for the KO!
Kakoullis lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kakoullis throws a solid leg kick but Highjack takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Kakoullis.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Highjack! But no joy.
Kakoullis misses with a low kick.
Kakoullis is looking to land body kicks.
Highjack buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Highjack throws a chopping leg kick but Kakoullis manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Highjack throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.#T4#
Highjack throws a front kick that sends Kakoullis stumbling back into the cage.
Kakoullis misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Highjack.
Highjack moves out of range of the leg kick from Kakoullis.
Highjack fails to land with a series of punches.
Kakoullis throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Highjack only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Kakoullis lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Highjack has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Highjack and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Kakoullis lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Highjack swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Highjack jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Highjack takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Kakoullis.
A clash of legs there as Kakoullis blocks the low kick.
Kakoullis blocks a jab.
Highjack with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sotiris Kakoullis clearly takes that round.
The cut man is working on Sotiris Kakoullis's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R4#
Kakoullis misses with a jab, cross combination.
Kakoullis bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
You can see that Highjack has visibly slowed down as a result of the leg kicks
Highjack moves out of range of the body kick.
Highjack lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Donk. Highjack catches Kakoullis right on the button with a cross.
Kakoullis moves away from the strike by Highjack.
Highjack stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Kakoullis swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Highjack throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Highjack with a nice cross.
Kakoullis misses with a hook
and Highjack counters with a good low kick that Kakoullis was not able to check.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kakoullis throws a big shot that misses.
Highjack tests Kakoullis's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Kakoullis looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Kakoullis takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Highjack steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kakoullis.#T1#
Kakoullis throws a body kick, spinning off balance
letting Highjack counter with a right hand.
Highjack jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Highjack misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis tried to counter with a leg kick but Highjack avoided it.
A swing and a miss from Highjack.
Highjack scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Kakoullis takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Highjack thows a left - swing and a miss!
Good standup being displayed there by Highjack as he connects with a hook.
Kakoullis fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Highjack looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
A jab from Highjack does it's job there.
Highjack misses the shot to the body.
Kakoullis misses the body punch
and Highjack counters with a nice low kick that buckles Kakoullis's knee momentarily.
A slapping leg kick lands for Kakoullis.
Kakoullis takes a body punch but keeps moving. #T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Highjack misses with a hook. Kakoullis ducked under it nicely.
Kakoullis keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Highjack.
Highjack looks to throw the jab but Kakoullis is out of range.
Kakoullis tries to land a body kick
and Highjack connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Kakoullis walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Highjack misses with a right hand
and Kakoullis counters with a good low kick that Highjack was not able to check.
Kakoullis scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Highjack throws a quick inside leg kick.
Highjack misses with a low kick.
Highjack blocks the body kick.
Kakoullis thuds a left hand into Highjack's body.
Highjack scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Kakoullis throws a big shot that misses.
Highjack looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. #T3#
Kakoullis lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Kakoullis on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Highjack misses with a jab to the body
and Kakoullis counters with a series of strikes. Highjack will be more careful next time no doubt.
Kakoullis scores with a hook.
The fighters circling - Kakoullis throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Highjack lands a nice looking kick to the body. Kakoullis takes a step back to recover.
Highjack looks to score with a jab to the body but Kakoullis is just out of range.
Highjack swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Highjack throws a body kick that misses.
Kakoullis looks for the body kick but Highjack saw that one coming.
As Kakoullis backs off Highjack throws a huge counter combo but Kakoullis manages to avoid it all.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Kakoullis.
A looping hook to the body misses from Highjack. Kakoullis does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kakoullis moves away from the strike by Highjack.
An inside leg kick from Kakoullis misses. #T4#
Highjack throws a leg kick but Kakoullis moved away.
Crunch! Kakoullis slams his shin into Highjack's torso.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A decent looking cross lands there for Highjack.
Kakoullis misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Kakoullis's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Highjack connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Kakoullis scrambles back to his feet.
Kakoullis lands with a shot to the body.
Highjack throws a looping overhand right but Kakoullis ducks down to avoid it.
Kakoullis misses with a body shot.
Kakoullis swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Highjack counters with a stiff right hand.
Highjack misses with a low kick.
Kakoullis is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Kakoullis takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Kakoullis blocks a jab.
Kakoullis swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Highjack connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Remi Highjack dominated that fourth round.
The cut man is working on Sotiris Kakoullis's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R5#
Highjack throws a leg kick but Kakoullis sees it coming and moves out of range.
Highjack takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Highjack misses the shot to the body.
Highjack takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Kakoullis lands a glancing blow to the side of Highjack's head.
Highjack looks to land a left hand but Kakoullis moved out of range nicely.
An inside leg kick from Kakoullis misses.
The fighters circling - Highjack throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Highjack throws a series of punches but Kakoullis moves out of range.
Kakoullis throws a wild body kick that Highjack sees coming a mile off.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jab from Kakoullis.
Highjack scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Kakoullis looks for the body kick but Highjack saw that one coming.
Highjack connects with a leg kick. Kakoullis looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Kakoullis lands an overhand right.#T1#
Highjack lands a right hook to the body.
Kakoullis goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Kakoullis moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Highjack slips a jab from Kakoullis.
Highjack swings for the body but Kakoullis moves out of range.
Kakoullis tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Kakoullis throws a body kick that misses
and Highjack cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Highjack thows a leg kick but Kakoullis checks it
and Kakoullis counters with a straight right hand.
Highjack swings for the body but Kakoullis moves out of range.
Kakoullis swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Highjack counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Kakoullis throws out a loose jab but Highjack uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kakoullis moves out of range of the strikes.
A little feinted left hand from Kakoullis on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Highjack tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kakoullis was well out of range. Poor timing from Highjack.
Kakoullis connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Sotiris Kakoullis is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
A looping hook to the body misses from Highjack. Kakoullis does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kakoullis throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Highjack attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Kakoullis drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kakoullis keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kakoullis is looking to score with low kicks.
That kick from Kakoullis tenderised Highjack's leg. Highjack is trying to keep his angry face on.
Kakoullis pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Kakoullis defending well as Highjack loads up on a big left hand.
Kakoullis connects with a crisp jab.
Highjack throws a big shot that misses.
Kakoullis is looking to counter punch.
Kakoullis moves away from the strike by Highjack.
Highjack takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Highjack pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.#T3#
Kakoullis moves out of range of the body kick from Highjack.
A telegraphed right hand from Highjack misses the target.
Kakoullis waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Highjack.
Highjack sizes up Kakoullis with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Kakoullis throws a jab when Highjack was well out of range.
Highjack tries to land a front kick but Kakoullis steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Highjack misses with a looping left.
An attempted straight right counter from Kakoullis misses the target.
Remi Highjack has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Kakoullis slips under a jab.
Kakoullis fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Highjack has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Kakoullis fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Highjack.
Kakoullis takes one to the chin there.
Highjack dips to his left and cracks Kakoullis with an uppercut!
Highjack takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Kakoullis pushes Highjack away with a front kick.#T4#
Highjack blocks the body kick.
Highjack throws a hook to the side of Kakoullis's head but Kakoullis sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kakoullis stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kakoullis lands a jab.
Kakoullis lands with a hook. Highjack tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Highjack on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Highjack throws a hook but Kakoullis blocks it.
Kakoullis throws a quick counter kick to the body but Highjack avoids it.
Highjack blocks a low kick nicely.
Highjack misses with a looping right.
A little feinted left hand from Kakoullis on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Kakoullis misses with a body kick.
Kakoullis lands with a kick to the temple. Highjack shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Kakoullis. Highjack shrugs it off though.
Highjack throws a lazy uppercut
and Kakoullis counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.

And that's the end of the fight!
Sotiris Kakoullis showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Kakoullis has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 49:46
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 49:46
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 49:46

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sotiris Kakoullis!
Sotiris Kakoullis thanked the fans post fight for their support.
Remi Highjack spoke after the fight, saying 'I'm too old for this shit.'.

Event: GAMMA#612 Kha v Kakoullis
Date: Feb 11, 2017

#R1#
Kha throws a body punch but Kakoullis moves out of range.
A chopping leg kick lands by Kakoullis.
Kha throws a body shot but no joy.
Good shot there by Kha.
Kha stuns Kakoullis with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
A nice combination there by Kakoullis.
Kha misses the shot to the body.
A left lands for Kakoullis.
Kakoullis connects with an inside leg kick.
Kha throws a hook to the side of Kakoullis's head but Kakoullis sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kakoullis wants to clinch but Kha slips to the side
and Kha counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CUT#
It looks like Sotiris Kakoullis has been cut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kakoullis moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kha. Kakoullis does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kha misses with a wild body shot.
Kakoullis fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Kha checks it well.
Kakoullis fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kha manages to avoid it.#T1#
Good shot there by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis tries to score with a low kick but Kha moves his leg out of the way.
Kha jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kakoullis dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Kakoullis shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Nice shot by Kha.
Kha is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis flicks out a counter leg kick but Kha steps away.
Kakoullis has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
A good leg kick by Kakoullis.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kha. Kakoullis does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kha moves away from the strike by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis tests Kha's chin there with a solid looking shot.#CUT2#
It looks like Kai Kha has been cut.
Kakoullis gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Kha counters with an outside leg kick.
Kakoullis connects with the punch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kha checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Kakoullis tries to clinch up but Kha circles away and keeps his distance.
Kha is looking to counter with a body kick.#T2#
Kakoullis scores with a jab to the head.
Kakoullis uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kha.
Kakoullis's corner calls for a 1-2. Kakoullis obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Kha connects with a body shot that sends Kakoullis's belly button to the back.#CL2#
Kakoullis has closed the distance and engaged Kha in a clinch.
Kha misses with a punch on the inside.
Kha lands with a short head shot on the inside. #BC#
Kha pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Kakoullis jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kha was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Kha is looking to wear down Kakoullis with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
An inside leg kick lands from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kha.
Kakoullis jabs at Kha's body.
Kakoullis scores with a sloppy right hand. Kha should have avoided that one.
Kha is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight.
A jab from Kha does it's job there.
Kakoullis takes one on the chin but keeps coming. #T3#
Kakoullis is looking to clinch.
Kha connects with an inside leg kick.
Good exchange - Kakoullis coming out on top.
Kha throws a looping overhand right but Kakoullis ducks down to avoid it.
Kha fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Kakoullis has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Kakoullis throws a nice inside leg kick.
Kakoullis tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kha was well out of range. Poor timing from Kakoullis.
Kha chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Kakoullis can pounce on him.
Kha throws a body punch but Kakoullis moves out of range.
Kakoullis lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Kakoullis lands a nice looking kick to the body. Kha takes a step back to recover.
Kakoullis dips to his left and cracks Kha with an uppercut!
Kakoullis throws a shot to the body. #T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kakoullis throws a wild body kick that Kha sees coming a mile off.
Kakoullis misses with a looping left.
Kakoullis throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Kha tried to counter with a leg kick but Kakoullis avoided it.
Kakoullis throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Kha throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kha takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Kakoullis uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kha.
Kakoullis was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Kha takes one on the button.
Kha changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Kakoullis uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kha.
Kakoullis lands a front kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kakoullis moves in looking to clinch but Kha pushes him off.
Kha will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Kha misses with an attempted mid kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sotiris Kakoullis dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
A jab from Kha misses.
Kakoullis cracks a nice hook into Kha's ribs.#CL2#
Kakoullis has closed the distance and engaged Kha in a clinch. #BC2#
Kakoullis manages to break the clinch.
Kha stuns Kakoullis with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Kakoullis looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Kha misses with a hook.
Kha on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Kha lands a nice leg kick that just misses Kakoullis's sensitive parts.
Kakoullis scores with a kick to the midsection.
Sotiris Kakoullis seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kha throws a nice outside leg kick.
Kha throws the kick towards the body but Kakoullis avoids it.
Kha has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Kakoullis.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A slapping body kick lands there for Kakoullis.
Kakoullis bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.#T1#
Kha misses the shot to the body.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Kakoullis fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Kha on the side of the head.
Kakoullis throws a head kick but Kha moves out of range.
Kha takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Kakoullis throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Kha stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Kakoullis pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Kakoullis throws a quick inside leg kick.
Kha's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Kakoullis connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Kha scrambles back to his feet.
Kakoullis avoids the body shot from Kha.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Kakoullis, right into the meat.
Kha is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Kakoullis tries to land a front kick but Kha steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Kakoullis lands a nice looking body shot.
Kha waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kakoullis.
Kakoullis connects with an inside leg kick.#T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kakoullis throws a nice outside leg kick.
Kha uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Kakoullis has time to react.
Kakoullis tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Kha is able to avoid easily.
Kakoullis moves forwards but Kha connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Kakoullis has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Kha is looking to land body kicks.
A jab from Kha misses.
Kakoullis bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Kakoullis moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Kakoullis takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Kakoullis throws a front kick that sends Kha stumbling back into the cage.
Kha throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Nice uppercut there from Kakoullis.
Kha moves out of range of the body kick from Kakoullis.
It looked like Kha wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#T3#
Kakoullis connects with a nice looking jab.
Kakoullis fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Kha.
Kakoullis throws a nice inside leg kick.
A low kick from Kha is predictable there
letting Kakoullis counter with a right hand.
Kha throws a low kick but Kakoullis avoids it.
Kha uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kakoullis.
Kha was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Kha moves out of range as Kakoullis throws a body kick.
Kha misses with a leg kick. #KD2#
Kakoullis cracks Kha with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Kha looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Kakoullis finish him? #ROC2#
Kha is rocked!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kakoullis feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Kha's calf.
Oh Kha is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Kha tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Kha avoids a kick to the body.
Kakoullis lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Kakoullis drops Kha with a huge uppercut! Kha drops to the floor like a sack of potatoes. Kakoullis is raining down punches and the ref stops the fight! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Sotiris Kakoullis!
An out of breath Sotiris Kakoullis thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: EVO 01182017
Date: Jan 18, 2017

#R1#
Kakoullis throws a right hand that Beast ducks under and follows up with a left that Beast also avoids with ease.
Some bone on bone action there as Kakoullis checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
A clash of legs there as Beast blocks the low kick.
Beast misses with a double jab.
Beast has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Kakoullis is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Beast misses with a leg kick.
Kakoullis connects with a solid leg kick.
Beast misses with a body kick.
Kakoullis moves out of range of the leg kick from Beast.
Kakoullis lands with a slapping head kick.
Beast moves out of range of the body kick from Kakoullis.
Beast tries a low kick but Kakoullis avoids it.
Kakoullis clobbers Beast with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kakoullis tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Beast was well out of range. Poor timing from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Beast doesn't seem bothered though.
Kakoullis staying out of range there.
Beast throws the left hand but Kakoullis avoids the punch easily.
Kakoullis misses with a low kick as Beast jumps back.#T1#
Kakoullis avoids the body shot from Beast.
Kakoullis throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Beast counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Sotiris Kakoullis seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Beast connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Kakoullis's hands.
Kakoullis walks forward, straight into a front kick from Beast.
Kakoullis throws a hook to the side of Beast's head but Beast sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Beast throws a low kick, looking for Kakoullis's leg but Kakoullis calmly moves out of range.
Kakoullis uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Beast takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Kakoullis takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Kakoullis fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Beast manages to avoid it.
Kakoullis misses with a jab, cross combination.
It seemed like Beast was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kakoullis wants to land a leg kick but Beast is out of range.
Beast uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kakoullis.
A chopping leg kick lands by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis throws a head kick but Beast moves out of range.
Beast throws a body punch but Kakoullis moves out of range. #T2#
A solid body kick from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis throws a half hearted mid kick.
Kakoullis swings widly with a right hand
and Beast counters with a stiff right hand.
Kakoullis throws a leg kick but Beast moved away.
Beast ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Kakoullis seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Kakoullis lands a leg kick that knocks Beast off balance momentarily.
Beast drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Kakoullis misses with a low kick.
Beast feints a counter leg kick.
A swing and a miss from Beast.
A jab from Beast does it's job there.#CUT2#
It looks like Sotiris Kakoullis has been cut.
Kakoullis misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Beast.
Kakoullis moves out of range of the strikes.
Kakoullis ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kakoullis looks to score with a jab to the body but Beast is just out of range.
Beast looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Beast checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.#T3#
Kakoullis scores with a spinning back kick!
Kakoullis scores with a head kick.
Kakoullis misses with an uppercut.
Kakoullis fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Beast manages to avoid it.
Beast throws a big shot that misses.
Beast cracks Kakoullis with a good jab.
Kakoullis throws a leg kick
and Beast counters with a nice uppercut.
Beast jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Beast fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kakoullis manages to avoid it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kakoullis. Beast does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kakoullis takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Kakoullis, right into the meat.
Kakoullis will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Kakoullis misses with a body kick.
Beast scores with a jab.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Kakoullis wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.#T4#
Kakoullis misses with a hook to the body
and Beast counters with a straight right hand.
A looping hook to the body misses from Beast. Kakoullis does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kakoullis blocks a jab.
Kakoullis tried to counter with a leg kick but Beast avoided it.
Beast lands a jab to the nose.
Kakoullis is looking to land body kicks.
Beast swings for the body but Kakoullis moves out of range.
Beast takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
A slow jab from Beast misses its intended target.
A slapping body kick lands there for Kakoullis.
Beast tries to land a leg kick but Kakoullis saw it coming and moves away.
Some bone on bone action there as Beast checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Beast looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kakoullis gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Beast counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Kakoullis lands a nice shot to the body.
Kakoullis throws a leg kick but Beast moved away.
Kakoullis fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Beast manages to avoid it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Sotiris Kakoullis will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Sotiris Kakoullis's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Beast lands an overhand right.
The fighters circling - Beast throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kakoullis misses with a low kick.
Beast walks forward, straight into a front kick from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis is looking to score with low kicks.
Kakoullis misses the jab.
Kakoullis uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Beast.
Kakoullis connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Beast comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Kakoullis takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Kakoullis fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Beast throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Kakoullis tries a head kick but it misses.
Kakoullis misses with a looping right.
Beast swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Kakoullis looks to land a body kick but Beast moved away.#T1#
Beast looks to score with a jab to the body but Kakoullis is just out of range.
Kakoullis tries to land a front kick but Beast steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Kakoullis misses with a kick to the body
and Beast counters with a nice low kick that buckles Kakoullis's knee momentarily.
Beast lands with an uppercut that bounces Kakoullis off the cage and back into range.
Beast fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.#CUT2#
Sotiris Kakoullis's cut is getting worse.
Beast throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Beast takes one to the chin there.
Beast takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Beast takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Beast misses with a hook. Kakoullis ducked under it nicely.
Kakoullis tries a low kick but Beast avoids it.
Sotiris Kakoullis is winning the standup battle so far.
A good leg kick by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Beast counters with a stiff right hand.
Kakoullis misses with a kick to the body
and Beast counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Kakoullis thinking.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Kakoullis tries to score with a low kick but Beast moves his leg out of the way.#T2#
Kakoullis throws out a loose jab but Beast uses good head movement to avoid it.
Beast finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Kakoullis throws out a leg kick but Beast moves out of range and Kakoullis only half commits.
Beast swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Beast checks a leg kick.
Kakoullis throws a body punch but Beast moves out of range.
Kakoullis walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Beast checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
A little jabbing left from Beast on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Kakoullis misses with a shot to the body
and Beast counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Beast throws a hook but Kakoullis avoids it easily.
Beast ducks under a wild hook from Kakoullis.
Beast takes a swing at Kakoullis's ribcage but misses.
Kakoullis throws a leg kick
and Beast counters with a thumping low kick.
Kakoullis throws a leg kick but Beast sees it coming and moves out of range.
Kakoullis is looking to slow Beast down with leg kicks.
Beast's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Beast on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Beast just misses with a punch to the body.
Kakoullis is looking to counter with a shot to the body.#T3#
A good leg kick by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis looks for the body kick but Beast saw that one coming.
Beast throws out a leg kick but Kakoullis moves out of range and Beast only half commits.
Beast scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Beast misses with a body shot.
Kakoullis is looking to chop away at Beast's legs.
Kakoullis moves out of range as Beast strikes.
Beast tests Kakoullis's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Kakoullis tries to work over Beast's front leg with a kick but Beast checks it.
Kakoullis misses with the body kick
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Beast connects with an inside leg kick.
Beast throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Kakoullis stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Beast wants to land a leg kick but Kakoullis is out of range.
Beast uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Kakoullis misses with a kick to the body. #T4#
Kakoullis stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Beast.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kakoullis lands a leg kick that knocks Beast off balance momentarily.
A looping hook to the body misses from Beast. Kakoullis does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kakoullis takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Kakoullis lunges at Beast with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Beast's hand.
Beast misses with a low kick.
Kakoullis thows a leg kick but Beast checks it
and Beast counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Kakoullis scores with a body shot.
Kakoullis misses with a wild combination.
Beast slips under a jab from Kakoullis.
Beast ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A little jabbing left from Beast on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Some bone on bone action there as Beast checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Kakoullis wants to land a leg kick but Beast is out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Billy Beast showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Sotiris Kakoullis's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R3#
Kakoullis pivots, looking for a leg kick but Beast is out of range and Kakoullis settles back down.
Kakoullis throws a low kick, looking for Beast's leg but Beast calmly moves out of range.
Beast misses with a straight left.
Kakoullis throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kakoullis throws a leg kick but Beast sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Beast lets loose with a powerful body kick. Kakoullis will feel that in the morning.
Beast walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Kakoullis looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Beast looks to land a body kick but Kakoullis moved away.
An attempted straight right counter from Kakoullis misses the target.
Beast has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Kakoullis finds it's way round the side to connect with Beast's head.
Kakoullis is looking to slow Beast down with leg kicks.
Kakoullis comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kakoullis throws a push kick but Beast slaps the foot to one side.
Beast throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Beast avoids the body shot from Kakoullis.
Beast checks the leg kick nicely there. #T1#
Beast throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
The crowd cheers as Beast lands an impressive looking overhand right. Kakoullis doesn't seem phased though.
Nice shot by Beast.
Kakoullis moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Kakoullis throws a body kick that misses.
Kakoullis misses with a head kick.
Beast bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Kakoullis fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Beast checks it well.
Beast dips to his left and cracks Kakoullis with an uppercut!
Kakoullis misses with a hook. Beast ducked under it nicely.
Beast thuds a left hand into Kakoullis's body.
A solid leg kick lands there for Kakoullis.
Beast blocks the body kick.
Beast replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Kakoullis blocks it well.
A cross from Beast lands.#CUT2#
Sotiris Kakoullis's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Beast misses with a body shot. #T2#
Kakoullis throws a chopping leg kick but Beast manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Beast swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Beast throws a good cross that connects.
Beast throws a jab when Kakoullis was well out of range.
Kakoullis avoids the body shot from Beast.
Kakoullis uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Beast.
Beast throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Kakoullis throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Despite the aggression on Beast's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Kakoullis misses with a leg kick
enabling Beast to counter with a crisp jab.
A looping hook to the body misses from Beast. Kakoullis does a little dance to reset his feet.
Beast smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Beast fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Beast throws a body shot but no joy.
Kakoullis swings for the body but Beast moves out of range. #T3#
A solid leg kick lands there for Kakoullis.
Beast throws a head kick that misses.
Kakoullis scores with a decent looking hook.
Beast drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Kakoullis fails to land with a series of punches.
Beast flicks out a counter leg kick but Kakoullis steps away.
Kakoullis jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kakoullis throws a body shot but no joy.
Beast misses with a straight right.
Beast keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Beast scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Beast takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Beast throws the kick towards the body but Kakoullis avoids it.
Kakoullis misses with a body punch
letting Beast counter with a right hand. #CUT2#
Jeez, Sotiris Kakoullis's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.
Beast lands with a kick to the temple. Kakoullis shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kakoullis looks for the body kick but Beast saw that one coming. #T4#
Kakoullis throws a leg kick that is checked
and Beast counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.

The referee calls the doctor in to look at Sotiris Kakoullis's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:14 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Billy Beast!
Post fight, Billy Beast stared into the camera and said 'I'm bad, I know it. I'm bad, I show it.'.

Event: CEC 492: Olympics FINALS!
Date: Jan 04, 2017

#R1#
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Kakoullis, as that shot connected.
Kakoullis feints and then cracks Renato's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Renato down.
Kakoullis is looking to score with low kicks.
Kakoullis looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Renato looks to score with a jab to the body but Kakoullis is just out of range.
Kakoullis blocks a low kick nicely.
Kakoullis has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Gym Beam in the buildup to the fight.
Kakoullis lands a jab to the head.
Kakoullis misses with a low kick.
Renato cracks Kakoullis with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.#CUT2#
It looks like Sotiris Kakoullis has been cut.
Renato scores with a hook to the body. Kakoullis takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Renato throws a body shot but no joy.
Kakoullis lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Renato throws a big shot that misses.
Kakoullis uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Renato.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Renato uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Sotiris Kakoullis seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Renato thuds his shin into the meat of Kakoullis's side.
Kakoullis avoids the head kick by Renato.
Renato avoids the head kick by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis lands the left hand.
Renato moves out of range of the body kick from Kakoullis. #T1#
Kakoullis thumps Renato with a low kick.
Renato misses with a low kick.
Kakoullis connects with a nice looking jab.
Renato has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Kakoullis finds it's way round the side to connect with Renato's head.
A slapping leg kick lands for Renato.
Renato throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Renato bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Kakoullis lands a nice shot to the body.
Renato delivers a nice body kick.
Kakoullis throws a head kick but Renato moves out of range.
Renato looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Kakoullis lands a front kick.
Renato needs to keep his hands up - Kakoullis had a free shot at his head there.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Renato goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Kakoullis misses with an uppercut.
Kakoullis swings for the body but Renato moves out of range.
Renato throws out a counter right but Kakoullis avoids it with no problem.
Renato slips a jab from Kakoullis.
Renato looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Kakoullis lands with a thumping leg kick. #T2#
Kakoullis looks to land a right hand but Renato moved out of range.
Renato connects with a looping right hand.
Renato thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Kakoullis if he has to take too many more of those.
Renato looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Kakoullis moves out of range of the strikes.
Renato looks to land a body kick but Kakoullis moved away.
Renato missing with a left hand there. Kakoullis was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Renato will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Kakoullis throws a head kick but Renato moves out of range.
Renato scores with a kick to the midsection.
Kakoullis throws out a powerful jab.
Renato looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Kakoullis takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Renato.
Kakoullis throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A countering left hand to the body from Renato misses.
Kakoullis throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range. #T3#
That kick from Kakoullis tenderised Renato's leg. Renato is trying to keep his angry face on.
Kakoullis bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Kakoullis jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Renato looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Kakoullis tests Renato's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Kakoullis has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Renato.
Kakoullis attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Kakoullis swings for the body but Renato moves out of range.
Renato jabs Kakoullis right on the nose. Kakoullis blinks but takes it well.
Kakoullis checks a low kick from Renato.
Renato throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kakoullis throws a front kick that sends Renato stumbling back into the cage.
Kakoullis throws a leg kick
and Renato counters with a good low kick that Kakoullis was not able to check.
A slapping leg kick lands for Renato.
Renato displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kakoullis throws out the jab.
Kakoullis loads up on a big right hand but Renato slips the punch.
Renato swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Renato tries to work over Kakoullis's front leg with a kick but Kakoullis checks it.
Kakoullis connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Good work by Renato as he checks the leg kick.
Renato throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Good standup being displayed there by Kakoullis as he connects with a hook.
A slapping leg kick lands for Kakoullis.
Renato walks into a straight right hand from Kakoullis.
Renato avoids the body shot from Kakoullis.
Renato throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kakoullis misses with a hook. Renato ducked under it nicely.
Renato thumps Kakoullis with a low kick.
Kakoullis buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Kakoullis fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Renato has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Renato tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Kakoullis attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Kakoullis misses with a body shot
and Renato makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Renato on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Sotiris Kakoullis will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Sotiris Kakoullis's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
Renato moves out of range as Kakoullis throws a body kick.
Renato throws a fast counter high kick but Kakoullis manages to duck under it in time.
Renato's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Kakoullis connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Renato scrambles back to his feet.
Kakoullis checks a low kick from Renato.
Kakoullis swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Renato fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Kakoullis on the side of the head.
Renato dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Renato just misses with a punch to the body.
Kakoullis connects with a solid leg kick.
Kakoullis throws a looping overhand right but Renato ducks down to avoid it.
Renato swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Renato throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Renato dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Kakoullis. That did some damage!
Kakoullis scores with a nice body kick.
Renato misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kakoullis.
It looked like Kakoullis wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Kakoullis defending well as Renato loads up on a big left hand.
Renato tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kakoullis was well out of range. Poor timing from Renato.
Kakoullis was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Renato checks a leg kick.
Kakoullis cracks Renato with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kakoullis checks a leg kick nicely.#T1#
Good shot there by Renato.
Kakoullis moves out of range of the strikes.
A quick step to the side and Kakoullis tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kakoullis swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Renato is looking to slow Kakoullis down with leg kicks.
Sotiris Kakoullis is winning the standup battle so far.
Kakoullis with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Decent striking displayed by Kakoullis there.
Renato throws a low kick but Kakoullis avoids it.
Renato connects with the punch.
Kakoullis uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Renato.
Kakoullis uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Renato.
Kakoullis misses with a hook.
Renato lands a jab to the head.
Renato fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kakoullis manages to avoid it.
Renato staying out of range there.
Kakoullis just misses with a punch to the body.
Renato throws out a counter right but Kakoullis avoids it with no problem.
Renato fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Kakoullis.#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kakoullis takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Renato throws a quick inside leg kick.
Renato checks a low kick from Kakoullis.
Renato tries a quick counter leg kick but Kakoullis is wise to it.
Kakoullis checks the leg kick.
Kakoullis ducks under a wild hook from Renato.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Renato crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Kakoullis - the referee stops the clock and Renato gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Kakoullis. Renato manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Kakoullis throws a hook but Renato avoids it easily.
Kakoullis on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Kakoullis scores with a kick to the midsection.
Kakoullis keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kakoullis moves out of range as Renato strikes.
Kakoullis fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Renato.
Renato throws a leg kick but Kakoullis sees it coming and moves out of range.
Kakoullis thuds a left hand into Renato's body.
Kakoullis throws a shot from downtown. Renato moves away and avoids it.
Kakoullis cracks Renato with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Renato's corner calls for a 1-2. Renato obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. #T3#
Kakoullis wants to slow Renato down by chopping away at his legs.
Kakoullis lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Kakoullis moves away from the strike by Renato.
Renato takes one on the button.
Kakoullis takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Renato takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Kakoullis throws a leg kick but Renato sees it coming and moves out of range.
Kakoullis dips to his left and cracks Renato with an uppercut!
Renato moves out of range of the body kick.
A bone on bone clash there as Kakoullis blocks the leg kick.
Kakoullis swings for the body but Renato moves out of range.
Renato slips a jab from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis throws a right and a left that Renato avoids nicely.
Renato fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Kakoullis has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Kakoullis!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Renato is looking to land body kicks.#T4#
A leg kick checked by Renato.
Renato misses the jab.
Renato connects with a leg kick. Kakoullis looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Renato ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kakoullis moves away.
Kakoullis throwing a counter right hand but Renato manages to avoid it.
Renato looks to throw the jab but Kakoullis is out of range.
Kakoullis checks a leg kick.
A nice inside leg kick there by Kakoullis. That's going to slow Renato down.
A shot to the liver by Renato. Beautiful body shot.
Kakoullis lunges at Renato with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Renato's hand.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis takes a swing at Renato's ribcage but misses.
Kakoullis backing away here, and Renato unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
A bone on bone clash there as Renato blocks the leg kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kakoullis misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Renato.
Kakoullis with a jab.
Renato tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kakoullis was well out of range. Poor timing from Renato.
Kakoullis throws a half hearted mid kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Sotiris Kakoullis will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Sotiris Kakoullis's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R3#
A nice leg kick lands there from Renato.
Kakoullis lands with a shot to the body.
Nice defenses there by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis scores with a jab to the jaw.
Kakoullis tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Renato was well out of range. Poor timing from Kakoullis.
Renato misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kakoullis.
Renato throws out a leg kick but Kakoullis moves out of range and Renato only half commits.
Kakoullis appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Kakoullis smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Renato connects with a crisp jab.
Kakoullis is looking to score with low kicks.
Kakoullis will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Kakoullis slips under a jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Renato catches Kakoullis with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Kakoullis misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Renato shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Renato crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Kakoullis - the referee stops the clock and Renato gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Kakoullis. Renato manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kakoullis checks the leg kick nicely there.
Renato's jab looks to have found its range, popping Kakoullis under the eye.#T1#
Renato cracks a nice hook into Kakoullis's ribs.
Kakoullis throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Renato takes one to the chin there.
Renato feints and then cracks Kakoullis's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Kakoullis down.
Kakoullis keeps Renato at a distance using the push kick.
Kakoullis delivers a nice body kick.
Renato takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Decent striking displayed by Kakoullis there.
Renato takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Renato's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Kakoullis ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Renato throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Renato takes one to the side of the head.
Kakoullis throws a front kick that sends Renato stumbling back into the cage.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jab by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis scores with a jab to the head.
Kakoullis moves away from the strike by Renato. #T2#
Kakoullis digs a good hook to Renato's body.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Kakoullis.
The fighters circling - Renato throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Renato scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Kakoullis blocks a jab.
Renato throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kakoullis is looking to counter punch.
A jab from Kakoullis misses.
Renato misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kakoullis.
A swing and a miss from Renato.
Kakoullis moves out of range of the body kick.
Kakoullis lands a front kick.
Kakoullis dips to his left and cracks Renato with an uppercut!
Renato throws a jab when Kakoullis was well out of range.
Renato uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kakoullis.
Renato on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Kakoullis. Kakoullis obviously looking to wear him down.
Renato looks to land a right hand but Kakoullis moved out of range.#T3#
Kakoullis scores with a nice body kick.
Kakoullis moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Kakoullis bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Renato throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Kakoullis jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Renato takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Kakoullis will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Kakoullis feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Renato's calf.
Renato misses with a looping right.
Kakoullis tries to land a front kick but Renato steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Kakoullis throws a hook but Renato avoids it easily.
Kakoullis throws a wild body kick that Renato sees coming a mile off.
Kakoullis stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Kakoullis attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Nice defenses there by Renato.
The fighters circling - Renato throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #T4#
A jab from Renato misses.
Kakoullis connects with a solid leg kick.
Kakoullis just misses with a punch to the body.
Renato throws a body kick that misses.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kakoullis turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Renato pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Kakoullis jabs at Renato's body.
Renato just misses with a punch to the body.
Renato throws a leg kick but Kakoullis sees it coming and moves out of range.
Kakoullis was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Renato connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Kakoullis scores with a decent looking hook.
Renato tries to land a front kick but Kakoullis steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Kakoullis wants to slow Renato down by chopping away at his legs.
Renato lands with a cross.
Kakoullis fails to land with a series of punches.
Renato has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kakoullis misses with a straight left.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sotiris Kakoullis clearly takes that round.
The cut man is working on Sotiris Kakoullis's cut.
That's time! Kakoullis's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R4#
A swing and a miss from Renato.
Kakoullis jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Renato looks for the body kick but Kakoullis saw that one coming.
Kakoullis throws a jab when Renato was well out of range.
Renato let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Kakoullis looks to throw a body kick
and Renato counters with a good low kick that Kakoullis was not able to check.
Kakoullis lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Renato at a distance.
Kakoullis takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Renato throws a nice inside leg kick.
Renato throws a hook but Kakoullis avoids it easily.
Kakoullis scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Kakoullis delivers a nice body kick.
Kakoullis connects with an inside leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kakoullis throws a body kick that misses
and Renato counters with a low kick, right behind Kakoullis 's knee.
Renato lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Kakoullis misses with a double jab
and Renato makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Renato throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. #T1#
Decent striking displayed by Kakoullis there.
Kakoullis scores with a push kick.
Kakoullis misses with a leg kick.
Renato looks like he wants to counter punch here.
An inside leg kick lands from Kakoullis.
Renato uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Renato throws a leg kick that misses.
Kakoullis throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Kakoullis keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kakoullis closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Renato ducks under a wild hook from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis tries to land a body kick
and Renato counters with a leg kick.
Kakoullis walks into a jab.
Renato throws a sloppy head kick and Kakoullis moves out of range easily.
Kakoullis is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Renato. #T2#
Renato explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Renato slips a jab from Kakoullis.
Nice uppercut there from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis dips to his left and cracks Renato with an uppercut!
Kakoullis walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Some bone on bone action there as Kakoullis checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Renato throws the left hand but Kakoullis avoids the punch easily.
Renato misses with a wild body shot.
Kakoullis looks to throw the jab but Renato is out of range.
It seemed like Renato was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Kakoullis connects with a leg kick. Renato looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Renato fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kakoullis manages to avoid it.
Renato misses with a low kick.
Renato takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Renato looks to throw the jab but Kakoullis is out of range.
Renato stuns Kakoullis with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.#T3#
Kakoullis tests Renato's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Kakoullis pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Kakoullis uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Renato.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis thumps Renato with a low kick.
A lazy body kick from Kakoullis
and Renato counters with a straight right hand.
Kakoullis has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Kakoullis there as he acknowledges the shot.
Kakoullis scores with a nice strike.
Kakoullis connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Renato throws a hook but Kakoullis blocks it.
A counter left hand to the body from Kakoullis misses its target.
Kakoullis throws a leg kick which misses Renato's front leg but catches the back leg as Renato tries to avoid it.
Kakoullis misses with a straight left.
Kakoullis sizes up Renato with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Kakoullis throws a hook to the side of Renato's head but Renato sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kakoullis takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.#T4#
Renato looks for the body kick but Kakoullis saw that one coming.
A looping hook to the body misses from Renato. Kakoullis does a little dance to reset his feet.
And Kakoullis counters with a quick kick to the body but Renato blocks it.
Renato is looking to score with low kicks.
Renato on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Kakoullis. Kakoullis obviously looking to wear him down.
Kakoullis jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kakoullis ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
It looked like Kakoullis was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Renato.
Kakoullis throws a leg kick but Renato sees it coming and moves out of range.
A shot to the body from Kakoullis misses
and Renato counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Kakoullis moves out of range as Renato throws a body kick.
Renato tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kakoullis was well out of range. Poor timing from Renato.
Kakoullis on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Kakoullis gets cracked there but stands up to it.
A big left from Kakoullis misses.
Renato looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Kakoullis misses with a body kick.
Kakoullis missing with a left hand there. Renato was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close fourth round but Tiago Renato will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Sotiris Kakoullis's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R5#
A big right from Renato misses.
Kakoullis jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Kakoullis ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kakoullis checks the leg kick.
Renato throws an overhand right that lands on Kakoullis's shoulder, as Kakoullis tries to avoid the shot.
Renato takes one to the side of the head.
Kakoullis avoids a kick to the body.
Kakoullis swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
A punch lands to the side of Kakoullis 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Kakoullis misses with a body shot.
Kakoullis changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
A cross from Kakoullis lands.
Kakoullis paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Renato ducks right into an uppercut from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis checks a leg kick.
Renato tries a head kick but it misses.
A slow jab from Renato misses its intended target.
Kakoullis tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Renato was well out of range. Poor timing from Kakoullis.
Renato looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#T1#
Kakoullis scores with a kick to the midsection.
Kakoullis dips to his left and cracks Renato with an uppercut!
Renato just misses with a punch to the body.
Renato throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Kakoullis on the side of the head.
Renato digs a good body shot into Kakoullis's ribs.
Kakoullis turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Renato dips to his left and cracks Kakoullis with an uppercut!
Renato tries to move into range but Kakoullis moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
You can see that Renato has visibly slowed down as a result of the leg kicks
A looping hook to the body misses from Renato. Kakoullis does a little dance to reset his feet.
Renato staying out of range there.
Renato takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Kakoullis doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Renato moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Renato looks to land a body kick but Kakoullis moved away.
Kakoullis gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Kakoullis takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Tiago Renato has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Sotiris Kakoullis is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Nice shot by Renato.
Kakoullis defending well as Renato loads up on a big left hand.
Renato feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Kakoullis's calf.
Kakoullis misses with a low kick.
Nice body kick there by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis cracks the inside of Renato's front leg.
Kakoullis avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Kakoullis throws a leg kick but Renato moved away.
Kakoullis is looking to chop away at Renato's legs.
Kakoullis takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Nice body punch from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis thows a body kick. Renato tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Renato takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
A swing and a miss from Renato.
A leg kick checked by Kakoullis.#T3#
Kakoullis lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Renato tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kakoullis was well out of range. Poor timing from Renato.
Kakoullis swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Renato stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Renato's hands.
Renato connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Kakoullis lands a front kick.
Renato throws a leg kick that is checked
and Kakoullis counters with a solid body kick.
Kakoullis attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Kakoullis jabs Renato to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Kakoullis, as that shot connected.
Renato moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Renato throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Good leg kick by Kakoullis there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Kakoullis feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Renatos jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kakoullis dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Kakoullis throws a body punch but Renato moves out of range.
Renato looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#T4#
Kakoullis buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Renato throws an overhand right that lands on Kakoullis's shoulder, as Kakoullis tries to avoid the shot.
Kakoullis connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Renato misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Kakoullis bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Renato's head backwards.
Kakoullis misses with a wild body shot.
Kakoullis chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Renato can pounce on him.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with eachother but Renato might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Kakoullis has got the better of the exchanges.
Renato gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Kakoullis slips a straight right by Renato.
A counter left hand to the body from Kakoullis misses its target.
Kakoullis throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jab by Kakoullis.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kakoullis connects with an inside leg kick.
Renato scores with a nice head shot.
Good leg kick by Kakoullis there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Kakoullis scores with a slapping inside leg kick.

And that's the end of the fight!
Sotiris Kakoullis showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Kakoullis has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 50:45
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 50:45
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 49:47

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sotiris Kakoullis!
A victorious Sotiris Kakoullis thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: CEC 488
Date: Dec 14, 2016

#R1#
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Moore. Kakoullis shrugs it off though.
Jab by Kakoullis.
Good work by Kakoullis as he checks the leg kick.
Kakoullis rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Moore cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CUT2#
It looks like Sotiris Kakoullis has been cut.
Kakoullis throws a leg kick but Moore sees it coming and moves out of range.
Kakoullis displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Moore throws out the jab.
Moore throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Kakoullis stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Kakoullis scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Kakoullis lands with a right hand.
Kakoullis keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Moore.
Kakoullis takes a swing at Moore's ribcage but misses.
Kakoullis defending well as Moore loads up on a big left hand.
Kakoullis lands a head kick!
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A swing and a miss from Kakoullis.
A countering left hand to the body from Moore misses.
Kakoullis avoids the body shot from Moore.
Kakoullis scoring well with a low kick there.
Kakoullis defending well as Moore loads up on a big left hand.
Kakoullis fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Moore manages to avoid it.
Moore replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Kakoullis blocks it well.#T1#
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Kakoullis lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Moore has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Moore and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Moore swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Moore misses with a hook. Kakoullis ducked under it nicely.
Kakoullis is looking to chop away at Moore's legs.
Moore has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Gym Beam in the buildup to the fight.
Moore misses with a looping left.
We've been informed that Moore has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Kakoullis fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Moore is out of range.
Kakoullis delivers a nice body kick.
Kakoullis blocks a jab.
Moore on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Sotiris Kakoullis seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Moore scores with a nice right hand.
Kakoullis takes one to the chin there.
Moore takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Moore keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Moore misses with a looping right.
An attempted straight right counter from Kakoullis misses the target.
Kakoullis throws a wild body kick that Moore sees coming a mile off.#T2#
Kakoullis looks for the body kick but Moore saw that one coming.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Moore blocks the body kick.
Moore looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Moore moves out of range as Kakoullis throws a body kick.
Good standup being displayed there by Kakoullis as he connects with a hook.
Moore avoids a kick to the body.
Moore wants to counter with a clinch but Kakoullis pushes him away.
Nice shot by Moore.
Kakoullis moves away from the strike by Moore.
Moore connects with a looping right hand.
Moore lands a nice shot to the body.
Moore throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Moore misses the shot to the body.
Kakoullis thinks about countering with a head kick.
Kakoullis swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kakoullis throws a body kick that misses
and Moore counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Moore misses with an attempted mid kick.
Nice body punch from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook. #T3#
Moore's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Kakoullis connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Moore scrambles back to his feet.
Kakoullis throws out a loose jab but Moore uses good head movement to avoid it.
Moore throws a low kick but Kakoullis moves out of range easily.
A chopping leg kick lands by Moore.
Kakoullis uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Moore.
Kakoullis throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Moore on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Kakoullis is looking to chop away at Moore's legs.
Moore thinks about the counter body kick.
Nice defenses there by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Moore walks into a straight right hand from Kakoullis.
A big right from Moore misses.
Kakoullis scores with a spinning back kick!
Kakoullis turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Kakoullis throws a looping overhand right but Moore ducks down to avoid it. #T4#
Kakoullis misses the shot to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kakoullis throws an overhand right that lands on Moore's shoulder, as Moore tries to avoid the shot.
Kakoullis is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Kakoullis goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Moore takes one to the side of the head.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Kakoullis, right into the meat.
A swing and a miss from Kakoullis.
Moore wants to slow Kakoullis down by chopping away at his legs.
Kakoullis lands a body shot.
Moore moves out of range of the leg kick from Kakoullis.
Moore blocks the body kick.
Kakoullis cracks Moore with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kakoullis throws a low kick, looking for Moore's leg but Moore calmly moves out of range.
Moore moves out of range of the leg kick from Kakoullis.
Moore tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kakoullis was well out of range. Poor timing from Moore.
Moore throws a push kick but Kakoullis slaps the foot to one side.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sotiris Kakoullis dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Sotiris Kakoullis's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Moore looks to throw the jab but Kakoullis is out of range.
Kakoullis slips a straight right by Moore.
Kakoullis ducks under a wild hook from Moore.
Moore checks a leg kick.
Moore misses with a looping right.
Kakoullis pushes Moore away with a front kick.
Moore throws the left hand but Kakoullis avoids the punch easily.
Kakoullis looks for the body kick but Moore saw that one coming.
Kakoullis lands with a nice body kick.
Moore looks for the body kick but Kakoullis saw that one coming.
Moore takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kakoullis connects with a looping right hand.
Kakoullis scores with a leg kick.
Kakoullis with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Kakoullis bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Moore's head.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Kakoullis misses with a kick to the body. #T1#
Kakoullis uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Moore.
Kakoullis throws a nice outside leg kick.
Moore throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kakoullis sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with eachother but Moore might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Kakoullis has got the better of the exchanges.
Moore throws out a loose jab but Kakoullis uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kakoullis is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Moore can do to turn this around?
Kakoullis throws a nice outside leg kick.
Nice uppercut there from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kakoullis throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
A little jabbing left from Moore on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Kakoullis takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
A looping hook to the body misses from Moore. Kakoullis does a little dance to reset his feet.
Moore checks the leg kick nicely there.
Moore swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Moore throws a low kick but it's checked well by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Moore.
Kakoullis avoids the body shot from Moore. #T2#
Moore chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Kakoullis can pounce on him.
Kakoullis misses with a wild body shot.
Kakoullis avoids the body shot from Moore.
Kakoullis takes a swing at Moore's ribcage but misses.
Moore's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Kakoullis looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Moore takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Kakoullis throws a nice inside leg kick.
Kakoullis checks the leg kick.
Moore throws a half hearted mid kick.
Kakoullis looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
The fighters circle momentarily. Kakoullis darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Kakoullis looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Moore avoids the head kick by Kakoullis.
Moore wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Kakoullis looks to throw a body kick
and Moore counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Kakoullis on the wrong end of a kick to the body. #T3#
Kakoullis checks a leg kick nicely.
A left and a right from Moore both land. Nice combination.
Kakoullis with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Moore scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.#CUT2#
Sotiris Kakoullis's cut is getting worse.
Kakoullis moves out of range of the strikes.
Moore scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Kakoullis doesn't seem bothered though.
No joy there for Moore, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Moore misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Nice shot by Kakoullis.
Moore misses with a looping left.
Sotiris Kakoullis is winning the standup battle so far.
Kakoullis lets loose with a powerful body kick. Moore will feel that in the morning.
Kakoullis swats away the attempt to clinch by Moore.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nice straight punches there by Kakoullis. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Kakoullis.#T4#
Kakoullis uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Moore.
Moore throws a hook but Kakoullis blocks it.
Kakoullis lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Moore lands a jab.
Moore throws a hook but Kakoullis blocks it.
Kakoullis slips a jab from Moore.
Moore comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
A punch lands to the side of Moore 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Kakoullis works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Kakoullis lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Moore misses with a double jab
and Kakoullis counters with a straight right hand.
Nice straight punches there by Kakoullis. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Kakoullis.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sotiris Kakoullis dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Sotiris Kakoullis's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R3#
A jab from Moore misses.
Kakoullis thows a body kick. Moore tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Kakoullis misses with a jab to the body
and Moore makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Moore tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Kakoullis looks to throw the jab but Moore is out of range.
Moore has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Kakoullis throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Moore swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Moore misses with a left hand
and Moore takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Kakoullis paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Moore throws a hook but Kakoullis blocks it.
Moore works the jab nicely.
Kakoullis lands an overhand right.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kakoullis stalks Moore and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Moore's face. Moore staggers backwards, shaken.
Moore misses the jab.#T1#
A good leg kick by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis scoring well with a low kick there.
Moore takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Moore uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kakoullis.
A good leg kick by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis is looking to land body kicks.
Kakoullis goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Moore keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Moore looks to land a right hand but Kakoullis moved out of range.
Kakoullis connects with a leg kick. Moore looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Kakoullis ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Moore moves away.
Kakoullis goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Moore goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Kakoullis connects with a solid leg kick. #T2#
Moore misses with an uppercut.
A solid leg kick lands there for Kakoullis.
Kakoullis throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Moore sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Kakoullis moves out of range of the body kick.
Kakoullis looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Moore is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Kakoullis with a body shot.
Moore moves forwards but Kakoullis connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Moore throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Moore has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Kakoullis.
Moore takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Kakoullis throws a hook but Moore avoids it easily.
Moore throws out a counter right but Kakoullis avoids it with no problem.
Kakoullis throws a low kick but Moore avoids it.
Kakoullis staying out of range there.
Kakoullis throwing a counter right hand but Moore manages to avoid it.
Moore blocks the body kick.
A punch combination from Moore misses.
Moore misses with a looping left.
Kakoullis thinks about countering with a body kick.#T3#
Nice shot by Moore.
Moore has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Kakoullis - that will leave a mark!
Moore takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Kakoullis tests Moore's chin there with a solid looking shot.
A low kick from Kakoullis is predictable there
enabling Moore to counter with a crisp jab.
Moore takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Moore chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Kakoullis can pounce on him.
Kakoullis lands a nice leg kick that just misses Moore's sensitive parts.
Moore will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Kakoullis listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kakoullis staying out of range there.#T4#
Moore throws the kick towards the body but Kakoullis avoids it.
Moore just misses with a punch to the body.
Kakoullis catches Moore with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Moore feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Kakoulliss jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Moore displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kakoullis throws out the jab.
Kakoullis looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Moore takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Moore comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Kakoullis connects with a jab.
Moore lands with a nice body punch.
Moore avoids the body shot from Kakoullis.
Moore bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Crunch! Kakoullis slams his shin into Moore's torso.
Moore keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sotiris Kakoullis clearly takes that round.
The cut man is working on Sotiris Kakoullis's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R4#
Moore chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Kakoullis can pounce on him.
Moore takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Moore ducks under a wild hook from Kakoullis.
Moore is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
That kick from Kakoullis tenderised Moore's leg. Moore is trying to keep his angry face on.
Moore swings widly with a right hand
and Kakoullis counters with a low kick, right behind Moore 's knee.
Kakoullis throws an overhand right that lands on Moore's shoulder, as Moore tries to avoid the shot.
The fighters circling - Kakoullis throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Moore misses with a lunging right hand
and Kakoullis counters with a two punch combo.
Moore lands with a thumping leg kick.
Kakoullis scores with a crisp jab that stopped Moore in his tracks.
A solid body kick from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis chopping away at his opponent's legs.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kakoullis tried to score with a low kick but Moore checks it.
Kakoullis scores with a nice strike.#T1#
Kakoullis cracks Moore with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Kakoullis takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Kakoullis stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Kakoullis fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Moore has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Moore takes a swing at Kakoullis's ribcage but misses.
You can see that Moore has visibly slowed down as a result of the leg kicks
Kakoullis walks into a stiff left hand from Moore.
Moore looks for the body kick but Kakoullis saw that one coming.
Moore doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Moore throws a push kick but Kakoullis slaps the foot to one side.
Kakoullis lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Moore swings for the body but Kakoullis moves out of range.
Moore staying out of range there.
Moore misses with a leg kick.
Kakoullis misses with a body shot. #T2#
Kakoullis lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kakoullis throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
An inside leg kick lands from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis fakes the leg kick and cracks Moore in the body.
Kakoullis fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Moore has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Kakoullis throws a low kick but Moore avoids it.
Moore throws a front kick that sends Kakoullis stumbling back into the cage.
Kakoullis uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Moore.
Moore uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Kakoullis's corner calls for a 1-2. Kakoullis obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Moore scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Kakoullis takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.#T3#
Moore moves forwards but Kakoullis connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Kakoullis throws a shot from downtown. Moore moves away and avoids it.
Moore tries to counter by closing the distance.
Kakoullis lands with a cross.
Moore throws a quick inside leg kick.
Moore gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Moore rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Kakoullis counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Moore misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kakoullis.
A big left from Moore misses.
Kakoullis ducks under a wild hook from Moore.
Moore on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Moore misses with a body shot.
Kakoullis misses with a looping right.
Kakoullis slips under a jab.
A looping hook to the body misses from Moore. Kakoullis does a little dance to reset his feet.#T4#
Moore throws a body punch but Kakoullis moves out of range.
A big left from Kakoullis misses.
Kakoullis scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Kakoullis paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Nice defenses there by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Kakoullis throws a half hearted mid kick.
Moore chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Kakoullis can pounce on him.
Moore slips a straight right by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis moves away from the strike by Moore.
Kakoullis tried to counter with a leg kick but Moore avoided it.
Kakoullis moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Kakoullis fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Moore manages to avoid it.
Moore wants to counter with a clinch but Kakoullis pushes him away.
A swing and a miss from Moore.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sotiris Kakoullis had his way with Archie Moore in that round.
The cut man is working on Sotiris Kakoullis's cut.
That's time! Kakoullis's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R5#
Kakoullis takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Moore throws an overhand right that lands on Kakoullis's shoulder, as Kakoullis tries to avoid the shot.
Kakoullis throws a solid leg kick but Moore takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Kakoullis.
A nice inside leg kick there by Kakoullis. That's going to slow Moore down.
A good leg kick by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis misses the shot to the body.
Moore takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Moore throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Moore moves out of range of the leg kick from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Moore.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Moore misses with a straight right.
Moore lands a nice shot that snaps Kakoullis's head back.
Kakoullis misses with a head kick.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Kakoullis - that will leave a mark! #T1#
Moore is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis tries to land a front kick but Moore steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Kakoullis throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Moore lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Kakoullis at a distance.
Kakoullis rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Moore counters with a one-two to the body.
Kakoullis connects with a jab.
Kakoullis moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Kakoullis misses with a low kick.
Moore misses with a lunging right hand
and Kakoullis counters with a nice uppercut.
Kakoullis scoring well with a low kick there.
Kakoullis lets loose with a powerful body kick. Moore will feel that in the morning.
Moore throws a hook but Kakoullis avoids it easily.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Moore checks a leg kick.
Kakoullis is looking to score with low kicks.
Archie Moore has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Sotiris Kakoullis is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Kakoullis throws a leg kick but Moore moved away.
Kakoullis throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A jab from Moore misses.
Moore with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Kakoullis to score with a decent uppercut.
Kakoullis moves out of range of the strikes.
Kakoullis throws a quick counter kick to the body but Moore avoids it.
Moore is looking to score with low kicks.
Kakoullis uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Moore.
Kakoullis misses with an uppercut.
Kakoullis with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Moore stuns Kakoullis with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Kakoullis is looking to slow Moore down with leg kicks.
Moore needs to keep his hands up - Kakoullis had a free shot at his head there.
Kakoullis turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.#T3#
Moore misses with a straight right.
Kakoullis connects with a good right hand that stumbles Moore. Moore circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Kakoullis looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
A nice side step and Moore releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Kakoullis looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Kakoullis misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Kakoullis is looking to chop away at Moore's legs.
Kakoullis looks to score with a jab to the body but Moore is just out of range.
Moore is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Kakoullis throws a head kick but Moore moves out of range.
Kakoullis staying out of range there.
Kakoullis fires out a quick counter leg kick but Moore just manages to avoid it.
Kakoullis is looking to slow Moore down with leg kicks.
A solid leg kick lands there for Kakoullis.
Kakoullis steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Moore.
Moore tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Kakoullis connects with an inside leg kick.#T4#
Kakoullis thows a left - swing and a miss!
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Kakoullis!
Kakoullis moves out of range of the body kick.
Kakoullis appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kakoullis throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Kakoullis falls off balance throwing a combination #CL2#
and Moore counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Moore.
Moore misses with a body punch.
Moore misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Kakoullis.
Moore misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kakoullis blocks an uppercut.
Moore misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Moore goes for a body shot but it's blocked.

And that's the end of the fight!
Sotiris Kakoullis showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Kakoullis, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 50:45
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 50:45
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 50:45

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sotiris Kakoullis!
A very excited looking Sotiris Kakoullis made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.
Archie Moore was interviewed post fight and said 'I need to train more, not good skills yet.'.

Event: CEC 485 OLYMPICS
Date: Nov 25, 2016

#R1#
Pandahammer misses with a wild body shot.
Kakoullis throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Kakoullis has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Gym Beam in the buildup to the fight.
Kakoullis uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Pandahammer.
As Pandahammer looks to move away, Kakoullis throws a big counter combo but Pandahammer just gets out of the way.
Kakoullis with a hook.
Kakoullis misses with an attempted mid kick.
Pandahammer misses with a looping left.
Kakoullis turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Pandahammer on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Kakoullis walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Kakoullis misses the shot to the body.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis thows a leg kick but Pandahammer checks it
and Pandahammer counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Sotiris Kakoullis seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kakoullis ducks right into an uppercut from Pandahammer. #CUT2#
It looks like Sotiris Kakoullis has been cut.
Pandahammer throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kakoullis throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Kakoullis will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Pandahammer tries to move into range but Kakoullis moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Good work by Pandahammer as he checks the leg kick.#T1#
Pandahammer moves out of range of the body kick from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Pandahammer.
Kakoullis thows a leg kick but Pandahammer checks it
and Pandahammer counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Pandahammer uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Kakoullis throws a leg kick that is checked
and Pandahammer cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Kakoullis looks to land a right hand but Pandahammer moved out of range.
Pandahammer smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Pandahammer misses with a straight right.
Kakoullis fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Kakoullis throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Pandahammer misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Pandahammer moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Good work by Kakoullis as he checks the leg kick.
Pandahammer bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Pandahammer counters with a body kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kakoullis steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Pandahammer.
Pandahammer lands a head shot.
Pandahammer moves out of range as Kakoullis throws a body kick. #T2#
Kakoullis connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Pandahammer misses the jab.
Kakoullis throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Pandahammer throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kakoullis misses with a kick to the body.
Pandahammer is looking to score with low kicks.
Kakoullis attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Nice shot by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis cracks Pandahammer with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
The fighters circle momentarily. Kakoullis darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Kakoullis misses the jab.
Kakoullis throws a leg kick which misses Pandahammer's front leg but catches the back leg as Pandahammer tries to avoid it.
Pandahammer takes a swing at Kakoullis's ribcage but misses.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Kakoullis lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Pandahammer has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Pandahammer and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Pandahammer throws a head kick but Kakoullis moves out of range.
Kakoullis uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Pandahammer.
A punch lands to the side of Kakoullis 's head but he takes it in his stride.#T3#
A decent looking cross lands there for Kakoullis.
A jab from Pandahammer misses.
Pandahammer misses with a kick to the body.
Kakoullis is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Pandahammer.
Pandahammer throws an overhand right that lands on Kakoullis's shoulder, as Kakoullis tries to avoid the shot.
Kakoullis misses with an attempted mid kick.
A little jabbing left from Pandahammer on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Pandahammer looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Kakoullis moves out of range as Pandahammer throws a body kick.
Kakoullis appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Pandahammer moves out of range of the body kick.
Kakoullis takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Kakoullis misses the shot to the body.
A little jabbing left from Pandahammer on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Kakoullis throws a nice inside leg kick.
Pandahammer lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Kakoullis checks a leg kick nicely.
Kakoullis throws a leg kick which misses Pandahammer's front leg but catches the back leg as Pandahammer tries to avoid it.
Pandahammer moves away from the strike by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#T4#
A good leg kick by Kakoullis.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Pandahammer throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kakoullis loads up on a big right hand but Pandahammer slips the punch.
Kakoullis chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Kakoullis misses with the combination.
Pandahammer lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Kakoullis throws a lazy uppercut
and Pandahammer counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Kakoullis thinking.
Pandahammer's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
A nice leg kick lands there from Pandahammer.
Kakoullis lands a nice shot to the body.
Pandahammer slips a straight right by Kakoullis.
Pandahammer slips under a jab from Kakoullis.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A leg kick checked by Kakoullis.
Pandahammer avoids a kick to the body.
Pandahammer throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Kakoullis counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Kakoullis misses with a low kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sotiris Kakoullis dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Sotiris Kakoullis's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
A low kick from Kakoullis is predictable there
and Pandahammer counters with a slapping leg kick.
Kakoullis moves out of range of the strikes.
Kakoullis keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Pandahammer.
Pandahammer takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Pandahammer throws a leg kick but Kakoullis checks it.
Pandahammer misses with a two punch combination.
Kakoullis just misses with a punch to the body.
Pandahammer throws a hook but Kakoullis blocks it.
Kakoullis throws a counter high kick but Pandahammer was just alert enough to avoid it.
Pandahammer is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kakoullis throws a hook but Pandahammer blocks it.
Kakoullis lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kakoullis keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Pandahammer.
Kakoullis dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Pandahammer. That did some damage!
Kakoullis lands with a thumping leg kick.
Pandahammer checks a leg kick.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Pandahammer.#T1#
Pandahammer throws a sloppy head kick and Kakoullis moves out of range easily.
Pandahammer walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Kakoullis connects with a leg kick. Pandahammer looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Kakoullis fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Pandahammer has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Kakoullis rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Pandahammer makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Kakoullis ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Pandahammer moves away.
A chopping leg kick lands by Kakoullis.
Pandahammer checks the leg kick nicely there.
Pandahammer unleashes a big counter combination but Kakoullis bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Kakoullis turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Jab from Pandahammer.
Kakoullis tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Kakoullis is looking to land body kicks.
A little jabbing left from Pandahammer on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Kakoullis moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Pandahammer swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Kakoullis.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with eachother but Pandahammer might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Kakoullis has got the better of the exchanges.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Kakoullis on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Kakoullis lands a lovely overhand right.
Pandahammer looks to throw the jab but Kakoullis is out of range. #T2#
Kakoullis jabs Pandahammer right on the nose. Pandahammer blinks but takes it well.
Pandahammer moves out of range of the leg kick from Kakoullis.
Pandahammer throws a jab but it's blocked by Kakoullis.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Pandahammer.
Kakoullis lands a lovely overhand right.
Kakoullis throws a body shot but no joy.
Pandahammer moves out of range as Kakoullis strikes.
Pandahammer tries a quick counter leg kick but Kakoullis is wise to it.
Kakoullis misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Pandahammer takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Pandahammer throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Kakoullis stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Pandahammer punishes Kakoullis's body with a nice straight punch.
Pandahammer feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Kakoulliss jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Kakoullis throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Kakoullis lands a nice hook to Pandahammer's body. Pandahammer takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Pandahammer ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Pandahammer was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Pandahammer throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#T3#
Kakoullis misses with a kick to the body.
Pandahammer uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Pandahammer was well out of range. Poor timing from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kakoullis throws a hook but Pandahammer avoids it easily.
Jab, jab by Pandahammer - just one landing.
Pandahammer moves into range and connects with a jab.
Kakoullis tried to score with a low kick but Pandahammer checks it.
The crowd cheers as Kakoullis lands an impressive looking overhand right. Pandahammer doesn't seem phased though.
A chopping leg kick lands by Pandahammer.
A head kick misses from Kakoullis.
Pandahammer throws an overhand right that lands on Kakoullis's shoulder, as Kakoullis tries to avoid the shot.
Kakoullis connects with a leg kick. Pandahammer looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Kakoullis swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Pandahammer throws the left hand but Kakoullis avoids the punch easily.
Kakoullis throws a big counter combination but Pandahammer scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Kakoullis motions for Pandahammer to come forward. Kakoullis throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. #T4#
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Pandahammer checks a leg kick.
Kakoullis throws a low kick but Pandahammer moves out of range easily.
A bone on bone clash there as Kakoullis blocks the leg kick.
Pandahammer looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Pandahammer on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Kakoullis misses with a body kick.
Kakoullis throws an overhand right that lands on Pandahammer's shoulder, as Pandahammer tries to avoid the shot.
Kakoullis doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Pandahammer takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Pandahammer avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Kakoullis throws a hook to the side of Pandahammer's head but Pandahammer sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Nice uppercut there from Pandahammer.
Kakoullis motions for Pandahammer to come forward. Kakoullis throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Kakoullis lands a slapping body shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kakoullis uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Pandahammer.
Kakoullis misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Pandahammer.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sotiris Kakoullis dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Sotiris Kakoullis's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R3#
A slow jab from Kakoullis misses its intended target.
Kakoullis misses with a two punch combination.
Pandahammer looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Kakoullis lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Pandahammer misses with an uppercut.
Good exchange - Kakoullis coming out on top.
Kakoullis swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Good leg kick by Pandahammer there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Kakoullis delivers a nice body kick.
Kakoullis is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Pandahammer can do to turn this around?
Pandahammer scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Pandahammer jabs Kakoullis right on the nose. Kakoullis blinks but takes it well.
Kakoullis throws out a loose jab but Pandahammer uses good head movement to avoid it.
Pandahammer walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Kakoullis checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Kakoullis's jab looks to have found its range, popping Pandahammer under the eye.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Kakoullis.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Pandahammer checks a leg kick.
Kakoullis lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Pandahammer keeps Kakoullis at a distance using the push kick. #T1#
Pandahammer ducks under a wild hook from Kakoullis.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Pandahammer! But no joy.
Pandahammer pivots, looking for a leg kick but Kakoullis is out of range and Pandahammer settles back down.
Kakoullis lands a nice shot that snaps Pandahammer's head back.
Kakoullis scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Kakoullis moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Kakoullis misses with a body punch
and Pandahammer counters with an inside leg kick.
Pandahammer thuds his shin into the meat of Kakoullis's side.
Kakoullis on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Pandahammer moves out of range of the body kick.
Pandahammer keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Kakoullis is looking to chop away at Pandahammer's legs.
Pandahammer is looking for the big counter here.
Kakoullis keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Pandahammer fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Kakoullis.
Pandahammer connects with a looping right hand.
Kakoullis keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kakoullis half committed to a counter leg kick.
Pandahammer moves out of range of the body kick.#T2#
Kakoullis connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kakoullis throws a sloppy head kick and Pandahammer moves out of range easily.
A leg kick checked by Pandahammer.
Kakoullis throws a low kick but it's checked well by Pandahammer.
Pandahammer misses with a two punch combination.
Pandahammer just misses with a punch to the body.
Kakoullis misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Pandahammer let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
A solid leg kick lands there for Pandahammer.
Kakoullis lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Pandahammer does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Pandahammer looks to land a combination but Kakoullis avoids it well.
Pandahammer keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Sotiris Kakoullis is winning the standup battle so far.
Kakoullis lands a really nice looking cross but Pandahammer seems unphased.
Kakoullis takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Pandahammer throws a body shot but no joy. #T3#
Pandahammer swings for the body but Kakoullis moves out of range.
Kakoullis thows a leg kick but Pandahammer checks it
enabling Pandahammer to counter with a crisp jab.
Kakoullis ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Pandahammer moves away.
Kakoullis avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Kakoullis ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Pandahammer misses with a looping left.
Pandahammer has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Pandahammer lands an overhand right.
Pandahammer tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kakoullis was well out of range. Poor timing from Pandahammer.
Kakoullis throws a chopping leg kick but Pandahammer manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Kakoullis takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Good leg kick by Kakoullis there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Pandahammer has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Pandahammer throws a jab when Kakoullis was well out of range.
Pandahammer changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Nice uppercut lands for Kakoullis. That snapped Pandahammer's head back.
Pandahammer keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #T4#
Kakoullis tries to land a front kick but Pandahammer steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Pandahammer now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Pandahammer uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kakoullis.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kakoullis thuds his shin into the meat of Pandahammer's side.
Pandahammer throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Kakoullis throws a low kick but Pandahammer moves out of range easily.
Kakoullis connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
A looping hook to the body misses from Pandahammer. Kakoullis does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kakoullis swings away with a body shot that misses
and Pandahammer counters with a stiff right hand.
Good leg kick by Kakoullis there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Pandahammer has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Kakoullis throws a wild body kick that Pandahammer sees coming a mile off.
Pandahammer flicks out a counter leg kick but Kakoullis steps away.
That kick from Pandahammer tenderised Kakoullis's leg. Kakoullis is trying to keep his angry face on.
Kakoullis throws an overhand right that lands on Pandahammer's shoulder, as Pandahammer tries to avoid the shot.
Kakoullis scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Kakoullis pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Pandahammer fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Pandahammer moves out of range of the strikes.
Pandahammer looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but Sotiris Kakoullis did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
The cut man is working on Sotiris Kakoullis's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R4#
Kakoullis pivots, looking for a leg kick but Pandahammer is out of range and Kakoullis settles back down.
Pandahammer scores with a hook to the body. Kakoullis takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Kakoullis looks for the body kick but Pandahammer saw that one coming.
Kakoullis connects with a body shot.
Pandahammer tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Pandahammer throws a body kick that misses.
Pandahammer scores with a kick to the midsection.
Pandahammer uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Kakoullis, as that shot connected.
Kakoullis avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice body punch from Pandahammer.
Kakoullis doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Kakoullis throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Pandahammer slips under a jab.
A slow jab from Pandahammer misses its intended target. #T1#
Pandahammer chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Kakoullis can pounce on him.
Pandahammer avoids a kick to the body.
Pandahammer throws a body shot but no joy.
Kakoullis throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Pandahammer.
Pandahammer getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Kakoullis uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Pandahammer.
Kakoullis tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Pandahammer was well out of range. Poor timing from Kakoullis.
Pandahammer throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kakoullis slips a straight right by Pandahammer.
Kakoullis ducks under a wild hook from Pandahammer.
Kakoullis misses with a low kick.
Pandahammer just misses with a punch to the body.
Kakoullis avoids the body shot from Pandahammer.
A looping hook to the body misses from Pandahammer. Kakoullis does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kakoullis throws a leg kick but Pandahammer sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Pandahammer steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Pandahammer has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Kakoullis.#T2#
Kakoullis throws a body kick that misses
and Pandahammer connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Pandahammer blocks the body kick.
Pandahammer getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Pandahammer takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Kakoullis swinging wildly here.
Pandahammer throws out a counter right but Kakoullis avoids it with no problem.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Pandahammer misses with an uppercut.
Kakoullis throws a low kick but Pandahammer avoids it.
Kakoullis tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Pandahammer sizes up Kakoullis with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Kakoullis lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Pandahammer throws a lazy right hand but Kakoullis sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Kakoullis scores with a spinning back kick!
Pandahammer slips under a jab.
Pandahammer pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #T3#
Kakoullis lands with a hook. Pandahammer tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Pandahammer tries to move into range but Kakoullis moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Kakoullis cracks Pandahammer with a right hand to the side of the head.
Pandahammer misses with an uppercut.
Kakoullis swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Kakoullis throws a head kick but Pandahammer moves out of range.
Pandahammer uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Kakoullis misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Pandahammer.
Pandahammer throws out a loose jab but Kakoullis uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kakoullis jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
The fighters circling - Kakoullis throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kakoullis looks for the body kick but Pandahammer saw that one coming.
Kakoullis throws a low kick, looking for Pandahammer's leg but Pandahammer calmly moves out of range.
Pandahammer looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Kakoullis lands with a shot to the body.
Kakoullis scores with a hook.#T4#
Pandahammer swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kakoullis throws a low kick but Pandahammer moves out of range easily.
Kakoullis bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Pandahammer's head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kakoullis slips under a jab from Pandahammer.
Kakoullis misses the jab.
Kakoullis avoids a kick to the body.
Kakoullis throws a jab when Pandahammer was well out of range.
Pandahammer throws a half hearted mid kick.
Kakoullis swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kakoullis throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Pandahammer swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Kakoullis moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Kakoullis avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Kakoullis thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kakoullis on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sotiris Kakoullis had his way with Grigol Pandahammer in that round.
The cut man is working on Sotiris Kakoullis's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R5#
Kakoullis lands a nice leg kick that just misses Pandahammer's sensitive parts.
Kakoullis avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Kakoullis takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Pandahammer scores with a decent looking hook.
Pandahammer defending well as Kakoullis loads up on a big left hand.
Pandahammer checks a leg kick.
Kakoullis scores with a kick to the body.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Kakoullis.
Pandahammer pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A jab from Pandahammer misses.
Pandahammer cracks Kakoullis with a right hand to the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pandahammer tries a head kick but it misses.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Kakoullis.
Kakoullis thows a left - swing and a miss!
A little jabbing left from Pandahammer on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Kakoullis takes one on the chin but seems OK. #T1#
Pandahammer throws a body shot but no joy.
Kakoullis throws a body punch but Pandahammer moves out of range.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Pandahammer! But no joy.
Kakoullis scores with a jab to the head.
Kakoullis cracks the inside of Pandahammer's front leg.
Pandahammer avoids the head kick by Kakoullis.
Pandahammer now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Kakoullis scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
A jab from Pandahammer misses.
Kakoullis swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kakoullis is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Kakoullis attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Pandahammer appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Pandahammer bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Kakoullis's head.
Kakoullis turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Pandahammer connects with a jab.
Pandahammer dips to his left and cracks Kakoullis with an uppercut!
Good standup being displayed there by Kakoullis as he connects with a hook.
Grigol Pandahammer has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Sotiris Kakoullis is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Pandahammer checks a leg kick.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Pandahammer, as that shot connected.
Kakoullis scores with a hook.
Pandahammer thuds his right hand into Kakoullis's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Pandahammer throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
A solid body kick from Kakoullis.
Pandahammer misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kakoullis.
Pandahammer throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kakoullis scores with a kick to the midsection.
A chopping leg kick lands by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Pandahammer on the side of the head.
Pandahammer takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Kakoullis cracks Pandahammer with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Pandahammer throws a low kick, looking for Kakoullis's leg but Kakoullis calmly moves out of range.
Kakoullis cracks Pandahammer with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.#T3#
Kakoullis scoring well with a low kick there.
A jab from Kakoullis finds it's way through Pandahammer's defenses.
Pandahammer throws a leg kick but Kakoullis sees it coming and moves out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kakoullis. Pandahammer does a little dance to reset his feet.
A countering left hand to the body from Pandahammer misses.
Pandahammer cracks Kakoullis with a right hand to the side of the head.
Pandahammer takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Kakoullis tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Kakoullis connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Kakoullis shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Pandahammer eats them both and turns towards Kakoullis to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Kakoullis takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Kakoullis connects with a leg kick. Pandahammer looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kakoullis misses with a low kick.
Kakoullis buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
You can see that Pandahammer has visibly slowed down as a result of the leg kicks
Pandahammer keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kakoullis thows a left - swing and a miss! #T4#
Kakoullis takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Pandahammer is looking to chop away at Kakoullis's legs.
Pandahammer avoids the body shot from Kakoullis.
Pandahammer takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Kakoullis dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Pandahammer. That did some damage!
Pandahammer connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Kakoullis turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
A big left from Pandahammer misses.
Pandahammer moves out of range of the body kick.
An inside leg kick from Pandahammer misses.
Pandahammer getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Pandahammer swings for the body but Kakoullis moves out of range.
Kakoullis bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Pandahammer misses with a low kick.
Kakoullis displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Pandahammer throws out the jab.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Sotiris Kakoullis.
Well Kakoullis has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 50:45
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 50:46
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 50:45

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sotiris Kakoullis!
A very excited looking Sotiris Kakoullis made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: EVO 275: Monster
Date: Oct 29, 2016

#R1#
Reznick ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kakoullis moves away.
Reznick looks to score with a jab to the body but Kakoullis is just out of range.
Kakoullis swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Kakoullis.
Reznick has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Nice uppercut lands for Reznick. That snapped Kakoullis's head back.
Good leg kick by Kakoullis there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Reznick throws a hook but Kakoullis avoids it easily.
Kakoullis tries to land a front kick but Reznick steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Sotiris Kakoullis seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Reznick slips a jab and a cross from Kakoullis.
Reznick appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Kakoullis looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Kakoullis lands a leg kick that knocks Reznick off balance momentarily.
Reznick fails with an attempt to clinch.
Kakoullis seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Reznick shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Reznick tries a head kick but it misses.
Kakoullis scores with a nice head shot.
Kakoullis throws a body punch but Reznick moves out of range.
Kakoullis lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kakoullis fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Reznick has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Reznick pulls out of a head kick attempt. #T1#
Reznick misses with an uppercut
and Kakoullis cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Kakoullis lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.#CL2#
Reznick has closed the distance and engaged Kakoullis in a clinch.
Reznick misses with a punch to the body.
Kakoullis blocks an uppercut.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kakoullis.
Reznick goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Reznick misses with the head strike.
A head punch on the inside from Reznick fails to land.
Kakoullis prevents a body shot from Reznick.
A hook to the body from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kakoullis.
Reznick throws a head punch that misses.
Kakoullis blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Kakoullis throws a head punch that misses. #T2#
The referee calls for Kakoullis to work.
Kakoullis lands a shoulder strike.
Stalling in the clinch from Kakoullis.
Reznick blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kakoullis lands with a short shot to the head.
Reznick blocking some punches.
Reznick tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kakoullis misses with a body punch.
Reznick lands an uppercut.
Kakoullis swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kakoullis lands a hook that snaps the head of Reznick backwards.
Reznick has a couple of punches blocked by Kakoullis.
Reznick tries to work over Kakoullis's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Reznick misses with a hook from the clinch. #T3#
Reznick scores with a shot to the side of Kakoullis's head.
Kakoullis has a couple of punches blocked by Reznick.
Kakoullis working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
A right handed body shot lands from Reznick.
Kakoullis tries a body shot but Reznick blocks it.
Kakoullis misses with a knee to the head.
Kakoullis lands a shoulder strike.
Reznick working aggressively here.
Nice body punch from Kakoullis - that landed with a thud.
Reznick misses with a hook from the clinch.
A hook to the body from Kakoullis.
A head punch on the inside from Kakoullis fails to land.
Kakoullis swings wildly with an uppercut but Reznick uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kakoullis prevents a body shot from Reznick. #T4#
Reznick takes a shot to the head.
Kakoullis tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Reznick throws a punch but it's blocked by Kakoullis. #BC#
Kakoullis's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Kakoullis lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Reznick has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Reznick and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Kakoullis avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Reznick throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Kakoullis throws a low kick but Reznick moves out of range easily.
Kakoullis moves away from the strike by Reznick.
Kakoullis tried to counter with a leg kick but Reznick avoided it.
Reznick connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Reznick.
A big right from Reznick misses.
Reznick scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Reznick throws out a loose jab but Kakoullis uses good head movement to avoid it.
Reznick throws a leg kick but Kakoullis moved away.
Reznick lands a jab to Kakoullis's midsection.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Sotiris Kakoullis will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Reznick swings for the body but Kakoullis moves out of range.
Kakoullis gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Reznick.
Kakoullis dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Reznick. That did some damage!
Reznick misses with a wild body shot.
Kakoullis wants to land a leg kick but Reznick is out of range.
Reznick misses with a straight left.
Kakoullis throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Reznick keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis checks a leg kick.
Kakoullis fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Reznick has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Reznick dodges the punch combination from Kakoullis.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Reznick throws a solid leg kick but Kakoullis takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Reznick.
Kakoullis takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Kakoullis on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Reznick. Reznick obviously looking to wear him down.
Reznick lands with an overhand left.
Reznick misses with a low kick. #T1#
Reznick gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Kakoullis.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Reznick crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Kakoullis - the referee stops the clock and Reznick gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Kakoullis. Reznick manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Reznick walks into a straight right hand from Kakoullis.
Reznick looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Kakoullis appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Reznick avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Reznick tries to counter with a clinch but Kakoullis shakes him off and moves away.
A nice leg kick lands there from Kakoullis.
Reznick digs a good body shot into Kakoullis's ribs.
Kakoullis chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Reznick drops his hands momentarily and Kakoullis takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Kakoullis scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kakoullis lands with a slapping head kick.
Kakoullis blocks a jab.
Kakoullis misses with a head kick.
Reznick scores with a jab.
Kakoullis throws out a leg kick but Reznick moves out of range and Kakoullis only half commits.
Reznick's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Reznick tried to score with a low kick but Kakoullis checks it.
Kakoullis lands with a cross. #T2#
Reznick dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Kakoullis. That did some damage!
Kakoullis tries to land a leg kick but Reznick saw it coming and moves away.
Reznick throws out a counter right but Kakoullis avoids it with no problem.
Reznick moves out of range of the body kick from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis misses with a looping left.
Reznick bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Reznick looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Reznick steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Kakoullis. That one must have hurt.
Kakoullis throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Kakoullis lands a really nice looking cross but Reznick seems unphased.
Kakoullis takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Kakoullis looks to land a left hand but Reznick moved out of range nicely.
Reznick misses with a straight right.
Kakoullis jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Reznick throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
An inside leg kick lands from Reznick.
A jab from Kakoullis finds it's way through Reznick's defenses.
Reznick misses with a looping left.
Reznick misses with a low kick. #T3#
Reznick misses with an uppercut. Kakoullis saw that one coming.
Kakoullis throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Reznick tries a quick counter leg kick but Kakoullis is wise to it.
Reznick swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Kakoullis.
Reznick tries a low kick but Kakoullis avoids it.
Kakoullis connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Reznick momentarily.
Reznick catches Kakoullis with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Reznick is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Reznick scores with a leg kick.
Kakoullis tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Reznick was well out of range. Poor timing from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis motions for Reznick to come forward. Kakoullis throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Kakoullis scores with a spinning back kick!
Kakoullis has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Reznick.
Reznick has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Reznick there as he acknowledges the shot.
Kakoullis fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.#T4#
Kakoullis shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Kakoullis throws a solid leg kick but Reznick takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Kakoullis.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kakoullis swings away with a body shot that misses
and Reznick counters with a straight right hand.
Reznick connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Reznick throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Kakoullis jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Reznick misses with a few strikes there.
Reznick throws a sloppy head kick and Kakoullis moves out of range easily.
Reznick is looking to land body kicks.
Kakoullis on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Kakoullis lands a nice looking body kick.
Kakoullis blocks the body kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Reznick takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
A nice leg kick lands there from Kakoullis.
Reznick's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Kakoullis connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Reznick scrambles back to his feet.
A jab lands there for Kakoullis.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sotiris Kakoullis dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R3#
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Reznick.#CL2#
Reznick closes the distance and clinches.
Reznick stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kakoullis.
Kakoullis missing with knees to the body.
Kakoullis tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Reznick lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Reznick fails to land.
Reznick swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Reznick lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Reznick lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
A hook to the body from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Reznick swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kakoullis misses with a hook from the clinch. #T1#
Reznick misses with some punches.
Kakoullis lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Reznick backwards.
Kakoullis misses with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Kakoullis fails to land.
Kakoullis lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Reznick backwards.
A short right from Reznick on the inside. #CUT2#
It looks like Sotiris Kakoullis has been cut.
Kakoullis misses with some punches.
Reznick throws a head punch that misses.
Kakoullis is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Reznick lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Kakoullis.
Reznick throws a punch but it's blocked by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis lands a left hand.
Reznick lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Kakoullis scores with an uppercut up the middle.#T2#
Kakoullis working aggressively here.
Kakoullis is trying to push Reznick away but Reznick has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Reznick working aggressively here.
Kakoullis has a couple of punches blocked by Reznick.
Kakoullis lands with a light punch inside.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Reznick.
Reznick misses with a punch on the inside.
Kakoullis avoiding damage.
Reznick lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis prevents a body shot from Reznick.
Kakoullis working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Kakoullis lands a right hand. #T3#
Reznick swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Reznick lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Kakoullis backwards.
Reznick working aggressively here.
Reznick lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Kakoullis backwards.
Reznick tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kakoullis's elbow.
Reznick blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Kakoullis gets through Reznick's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Reznick blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Kakoullis misses with a punch on the inside.
Kakoullis looking to throw knees to the head but Reznick is blocking nicely.
Kakoullis stalls.
Reznick misses with some punches. #T4#
Reznick blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Reznick misses with some punches.
Sotiris Kakoullis has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Kakoullis blocks an uppercut.
Kakoullis misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kakoullis lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Reznick struggles to land a body shot inside as Kakoullis controls his hands.
Kakoullis tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kakoullis leaning his opponent against the cage.
Reznick misses with a short punch on the inside.
Reznick lands a shoulder strike.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Reznick lands with a left to the head.
Kakoullis lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Reznick backwards.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close third round but Trevor Reznick just about did enough to take it.
The cut man is working on Sotiris Kakoullis's cut.
That's time! Kakoullis's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R4#
Kakoullis moves forwards but Reznick connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Kakoullis stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Reznick.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Reznick checks a leg kick.
Reznick lands with a right hand.
Kakoullis throws a front kick aimed at Reznick's knee but Reznick avoids it well.
Reznick checks a low kick from Kakoullis.
Reznick throws a leg kick but Kakoullis moved away.
Reznick tries to clinch up but Kakoullis circles away and keeps his distance.
Kakoullis fires out a quick counter leg kick but Reznick just manages to avoid it.
Reznick misses with a left hand
and Kakoullis counters with a stiff right hand.
A nice leg kick lands there from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis misses with a hook
and Reznick counters with a nice leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Reznick throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Kakoullis slips a straight right by Reznick.
Kakoullis throws a chopping leg kick but Reznick manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Reznick misses with a wild combination.
Kakoullis throws a big counter combination but Reznick scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.#T1#
Reznick displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kakoullis throws out the jab.
Reznick cracks a nice hook into Kakoullis's ribs.
Kakoullis misses with a body kick.
A jab lands there for Kakoullis.
A big right from Reznick misses.
Kakoullis lands with a nice body punch.
Reznick checks the leg kick.
Kakoullis sets himself, and Reznick steps forward looking for the clinch! Kakoullis avoids it this time.
Kakoullis blocks a leg kick.
Kakoullis blocks a jab.
Reznick misses with a low kick as Kakoullis jumps back.
Sotiris Kakoullis is winning the standup battle so far.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Reznick.
Kakoullis misses with a body shot
and Reznick cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Kakoullis looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Kakoullis throws a leg kick but Reznick sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Kakoullis misses with a head kick.
Reznick moves out of range of the body kick.#T2#
Kakoullis tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Reznick tries to counter with a clinch but Kakoullis shakes him off and moves away.
Reznick pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Kakoullis tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Reznick is able to avoid easily.
Reznick avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Reznick uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kakoullis.
Reznick misses with a two punch combination.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kakoullis thows a left - swing and a miss!
A solid body kick from Reznick.
Reznick uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis throws a chopping leg kick but Reznick manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Reznick throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kakoullis takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Both fighters circling a little - Reznick finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Reznick tries to clinch but Kakoullis is having none of it.
Reznick checks a leg kick.#T3#
Reznick cracks a nice hook into Kakoullis's ribs.
Kakoullis will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Reznick throws out a loose jab but Kakoullis uses good head movement to avoid it.
Reznick misses with a straight right.
Kakoullis looks to throw a body kick
letting Reznick counter with a right hand.
A bone on bone clash there as Reznick blocks the leg kick.
Kakoullis lands with a right hand.
Kakoullis throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kakoullis lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Reznick circles away quickly and effectively.
Reznick keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kakoullis slips under a jab from Reznick.
Reznick tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Kakoullis turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Reznick slips a jab from Kakoullis.
A solid leg kick lands there for Reznick. #T4#
Reznick misses with a hook.
Reznick takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
A leg kick checked by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis connects with a right hand. Reznick shakes it off.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kakoullis connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Kakoullis ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Reznick moves away.
Kakoullis checks the leg kick nicely there.
Reznick tries to clinch but Kakoullis moves out of range.
Kakoullis avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Reznick throws a solid leg kick but Kakoullis takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Reznick.
Reznick moves out of range of the body kick.
Reznick throws a hook but Kakoullis avoids it easily.
An inside leg kick from Kakoullis misses.
Kakoullis takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Kakoullis checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close fourth round but Trevor Reznick will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Sotiris Kakoullis's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R5#
Kakoullis takes a swing at Reznick's ribcage but misses.
Kakoullis throws a leg kick but Reznick checks it.
Reznick looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Reznick takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
An inside leg kick lands from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis throws a jab but it's blocked by Reznick.
Kakoullis throws a sloppy body shot
and Reznick counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
A good leg kick by Reznick.
Kakoullis throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Reznick walks into a straight right hand from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis misses with a low kick.
Reznick tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Kakoullis connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Reznick avoids a kick to the body.
Reznick keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Kakoullis is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight. #T1#
Reznick fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Reznick walks into a stiff left hand from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis misses with a body kick.
Kakoullis misses with a body shot.
Donk. Reznick catches Kakoullis right on the button with a cross.
Reznick throws a big shot that misses.
Kakoullis avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Reznick buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Kakoullis walks into a straight right hand from Reznick.
Reznick misses with a low kick as Kakoullis jumps back.
Kakoullis moves out of range of the body kick.
Kakoullis throws a big counter combination but Reznick scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Kakoullis feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Reznick's calf.
Kakoullis jabs Reznick right on the nose. Reznick blinks but takes it well.
Kakoullis needs to keep his hands up - Reznick had a free shot at his head there.
Reznick ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kakoullis moves away.#T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kakoullis uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Reznick.
Kakoullis misses with a straight right.
Reznick throws a right and a left that Kakoullis avoids nicely.
As Reznick backs away, Kakoullis returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Kakoullis looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
A slapping body kick lands there for Kakoullis.
Kakoullis misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Reznick.
A big right from Reznick misses.
Kakoullis seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Reznick works Kakoullis's body with a nice hook.
Kakoullis looks to throw a body kick
and Reznick counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Kakoullis tries to land a leg kick but Reznick saw it coming and moves away.
Kakoullis fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Reznick checks it well.
The fighters circling - Reznick throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Reznick slips under a jab from Kakoullis.
Reznick fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Kakoullis.
Reznick fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.#T3#
Kakoullis swats away the attempt to clinch by Reznick.
Kakoullis lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Reznick at a distance.
Kakoullis on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Reznick. Reznick obviously looking to wear him down.
Kakoullis throws a solid leg kick but Reznick takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Kakoullis.
Kakoullis throws a solid leg kick but Reznick takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Kakoullis.
Kakoullis drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Kakoullis shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Reznick slips under a jab.
Reznick lands a jab to the head.
Reznick slips under a jab.
Kakoullis takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Kakoullis throws a low kick, looking for Reznick's leg but Reznick calmly moves out of range.
Reznick has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Kakoullis.#T4#
Reznick lands with a hook. Kakoullis tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Reznick throws an overhand right that lands on Kakoullis's shoulder, as Kakoullis tries to avoid the shot.
Reznick throws an overhand right that lands on Kakoullis's shoulder, as Kakoullis tries to avoid the shot.
Reznick keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis checks a leg kick.
Kakoullis misses with an uppercut. Reznick saw that one coming.
Reznick drops his hands momentarily and Kakoullis takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kakoullis swats away the attempt to clinch by Reznick.
Reznick takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
A big left from Kakoullis misses.
Kakoullis walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Reznick checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Kakoullis throws a body kick that misses.
A good leg kick by Reznick.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Trevor Reznick.
I think Reznick has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 49:47
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 50:45
Judge James Glass scores the fight 49:48

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sotiris Kakoullis!
A victorious Sotiris Kakoullis thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: EVO 271: Kakoullis vs Seia 2
Date: Oct 06, 2016

#R1#
Kakoullis looks to land a left hand but Seia moved out of range nicely.
Seia fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
A jab from Seia does it's job there.
Kakoullis misses with an attempted mid kick.
Kakoullis misses with a body kick.
Kakoullis misses with a few strikes there.
Kakoullis throws a leg kick which misses Seia's front leg but catches the back leg as Seia tries to avoid it.
Seia lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Kakoullis throws a body kick that misses.
Kakoullis connects with a looping right hand.
A jab from Seia finds it's way through Kakoullis's defenses.
Seia fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Seia lands with an overhand left.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Seia avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Kakoullis takes a swing at Seia's ribcage but misses.
Kakoullis blocks a leg kick.
A bone on bone clash there as Seia blocks the leg kick.
A clash of legs there as Kakoullis blocks the low kick.
Seia avoids a kick to the body. #T1#
Kakoullis throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Seia feints and then cracks Kakoullis's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Kakoullis down.
Seia throws a lazy right hand but Kakoullis sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Kakoullis misses with a wild body shot.
Seia steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Kakoullis tried to score with a low kick but Seia checks it.
Kakoullis keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Seia.
Kakoullis has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Gym Beam in the buildup to the fight.
Seia takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Seia scores with a push kick.
Seia finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Kakoullis appears to be looking for a big counter.
Kakoullis throws a sloppy head kick and Seia moves out of range easily.
Seia scores with a sloppy right hand. Kakoullis should have avoided that one.
Seia looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Seia scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Seia has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Kakoullis.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Seia. Kakoullis shrugs it off though.
Nice body kick from Kakoullis.
Sotiris Kakoullis seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kakoullis fails to land with a series of punches.
Seia doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.#T2#
Seia shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kakoullis. Seia does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kakoullis fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Kakoullis slips a straight right by Seia.
Seia misses with a straight right.
Seia has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Kakoullis moves out of range of the body kick.
Kakoullis avoids the body shot from Seia.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Kakoullis crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Seia - the referee stops the clock and Kakoullis gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Seia. Kakoullis manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Seia misses with a low kick as Kakoullis jumps back.
Seia misses with an uppercut
and Kakoullis connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Seia tries to land a body kick
and Kakoullis makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Seia walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Kakoullis checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Kakoullis lands a two punch combo.
Kakoullis scores with a nice strike.
Seia connects with a solid leg kick.
Kakoullis throws a leg kick that misses. #T3#
A looping hook to the body misses from Kakoullis. Seia does a little dance to reset his feet.
Seia let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Seia lands a jab to the nose.
A swing and a miss from Seia.
Kakoullis displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Seia throws out the jab.
Seia tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Kakoullis will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Seia connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Kakoullis uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Seia has time to react.
Kakoullis throws a big shot that misses.
Seia thinks about the counter body kick.
Kakoullis thows a left - swing and a miss!
Seia shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Seia uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis misses with a kick to the body.
Kakoullis is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Seia.
Seia feints a counter leg kick.
Kakoullis fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Seia checks it well.
Seia tries to land a front kick but Kakoullis steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Kakoullis looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.#T4#
Good exchange - Kakoullis coming out on top.
Seia throws a body shot but no joy.
Kakoullis avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Seia is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Seia moves out of range of the body kick from Kakoullis.
Seia scores with a jab to the head. #CUT2#
It looks like Sotiris Kakoullis has been cut.
Kakoullis connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Seia's hands.
Kakoullis uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Seia.
Seia throws a right hand that misses
and Kakoullis counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Kakoullis throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Kakoullis pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Seia misses with a hook.
Nice shot lands for Seia.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Seia connects with a looping right hand.
Seia misses with a low kick.
Seia tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kakoullis was well out of range. Poor timing from Seia.
Kakoullis keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Sotiris Kakoullis will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Sotiris Kakoullis's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Seia lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Seia takes a swing at Kakoullis's ribcage but misses.
Seia takes a swing at Kakoullis's ribcage but misses.
Seia fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kakoullis manages to avoid it.
Kakoullis throws a lazy body kick
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Seia keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Sloppy strikes from Kakoullis. Those never looked like landing.
Seia lands with a shot to the body.
Seia on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Seia tries to move into range but Kakoullis moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Seia pushes Kakoullis away with a front kick.
Kakoullis pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Kakoullis chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Seia lands a leg kick that knocks Kakoullis off balance momentarily.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Seia scores with the left hand. Kakoullis knows he should have avoided that one.
Kakoullis on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Seia throws a jab when Kakoullis was well out of range.
Kakoullis tried to counter with a leg kick but Seia avoided it.#T1#
Kakoullis throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Kakoullis takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Kakoullis connects with an inside leg kick.
Kakoullis takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Kakoullis missing with a left hand there. Seia was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Seia slips a straight right by Kakoullis.
A clash of legs there as Kakoullis blocks the low kick.
Kakoullis moves out of range as Seia throws a body kick.
Seia tries to move into range but Kakoullis moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Kakoullis looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Kakoullis throws a sloppy head kick and Seia moves out of range easily.
Seia scores with a punch to the head.
Kakoullis avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Kakoullis misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Seia.
Seia flicks out a counter leg kick but Kakoullis steps away.
Seia tries to land a leg kick but Kakoullis saw it coming and moves away.
Kakoullis quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Seia steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kakoullis.#CL2#
Seia pushes Kakoullis up against the cage in a clinch.#T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#BC2#
Seia's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Kakoullis swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Seia feints a counter leg kick.
Kelemi Seia seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Kakoullis avoids the body shot from Seia.
A counter left hand to the body from Kakoullis misses its target.
Kakoullis slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Seia uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kakoullis.
Seia lands with a shot to the body.
Seia thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Kakoullis if he has to take too many more of those.
Seia dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Seia scores with a shot to the body.
An inside leg kick lands from Kakoullis.
Seia is looking to land body kicks.
Kakoullis defending well as Seia loads up on a big left hand.
Kakoullis throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kakoullis on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Seia lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
A cross from Seia lands.
Good standup being displayed there by Kakoullis as he connects with a hook.#T3#
Seia blocks a head kick by Kakoullis.
Seia's jab looks to have found its range, popping Kakoullis under the eye.
Kakoullis misses with a body shot
and Seia counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Seia comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Seia throws a chopping leg kick but Kakoullis manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
A little feinted left hand from Kakoullis on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Seia explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Seia lands with a thumping leg kick.
Kakoullis takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Kakoullis is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Seia lands a nice looking kick to the body. Kakoullis takes a step back to recover.
Seia fails with an attempt to clinch.
Seia checks a leg kick nicely.
Kakoullis misses with a body kick.
A shot to the liver by Kakoullis. Beautiful body shot.
Kakoullis throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Seia sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Seia slips under a jab.#T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Seia buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Seia throws a leg kick that misses.
Kakoullis throws a leg kick that misses.
A clash of legs there as Seia blocks the low kick.
Seia throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Kakoullis throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Seia on the side of the head.
Kakoullis on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Kakoullis uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Seia.
Nice defenses there by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Seia.
A countering left hand to the body from Seia misses.
Kakoullis throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Seia scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Seia throws a wild body kick that Kakoullis sees coming a mile off.
Kakoullis lands a leg kick that knocks Seia off balance momentarily.
Seia misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis misses with a kick to the body
and Seia counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Kelemi Seia showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Sotiris Kakoullis's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R3#
Kakoullis ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Seia connects with a body shot.
Nice body punch from Seia.
Kakoullis uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Seia.
Seia takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Kakoullis sizes up Seia with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Kakoullis is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Kakoullis scores with a head kick. Seia tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Kakoullis dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Seia. That did some damage!
Kakoullis throws a hook but Seia blocks it.
Seia missing with a left hand there. Kakoullis was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Kakoullis throws a low kick, looking for Seia's leg but Seia calmly moves out of range.
Kakoullis avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Seia throws a wild body kick that Kakoullis sees coming a mile off.
Kakoullis looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Kakoullis connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.#T1#
Seia throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Seia stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Seia throws a solid leg kick but Kakoullis takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Seia.
Seia throws a body punch but Kakoullis moves out of range.
Kakoullis throws a quick inside leg kick.
Seia lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Kakoullis looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Kakoullis on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Kakoullis avoids the body shot from Seia.
Seia shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Kakoullis scores with a jab to the body.
Kakoullis with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Seia throws a lazy right hand but Kakoullis sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A shot to the liver by Kakoullis. Beautiful body shot.
Seia stuns Kakoullis with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kakoullis is looking to land body kicks.
Seia misses with a kick to the body. #T2#
Kakoullis walks into a stiff left hand from Seia.
Seia is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kakoullis.
Seia lands a right hook to the body.
Kakoullis lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Seia misses with an attempted mid kick.
Good standup being displayed there by Seia as he connects with a hook.
Seia smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Seia lands a nice hook to Kakoullis's body. Kakoullis takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Seia fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kakoullis manages to avoid it.
Seia throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Nice jab there from Seia.
Seia lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Kakoullis throws a nice head kick!
Kakoullis will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Kakoullis lands with a thumping leg kick.
Kakoullis tries to move into range but Seia moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.#T3#
Seia walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Kakoullis checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Seia lands a jab to the nose.
Seia lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Seia throws a solid leg kick but Kakoullis takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Seia.
Seia on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Seia - that will leave a mark!
Seia misses with an attempted mid kick.
Kakoullis walks into a stiff left hand from Seia.
Kakoullis walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Seia checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Seia connects with an inside leg kick.
Seia ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Seia thinks about the counter body kick.
Seia throws a body punch but Kakoullis moves out of range.
Seia scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Kakoullis cracks Seia with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Seia dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Kakoullis. That did some damage!#T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kakoullis lands with a thumping leg kick.
Seia works Kakoullis's body with a nice hook.
A lazy left from Seia finds it's target.
Kakoullis thumps Seia with a low kick.
Kakoullis feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Seia's calf.
A nice inside leg kick there by Kakoullis. That's going to slow Seia down.
Kakoullis bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Seia fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Seia tries to land a front kick but Kakoullis steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Kakoullis slips a straight right by Seia.
Kakoullis checks a leg kick.
Kakoullis fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Seia is out of range.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Seia bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Kakoullis's head.
Seia throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Seia checks a leg kick nicely.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Kelemi Seia really dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Sotiris Kakoullis's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R4#
Kakoullis takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Kakoullis throws a wild body kick that Seia sees coming a mile off.
Kakoullis swings for the body but Seia moves out of range.
Kakoullis throws a low kick but Seia moves out of range easily.
Seia tries to work over Kakoullis's front leg with a kick but Kakoullis checks it.
Kakoullis keeps Seia at a distance using the push kick.
Kakoullis lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Kakoullis jabs at Seia's body.
Kakoullis buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Kakoullis takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Seia connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Kakoullis momentarily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Seia scores with a nice head shot.
Seia jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Kakoullis is looking to chop away at Seia's legs.
A chopping leg kick lands by Seia.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kakoullis throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.#T1#
Seia throws a right hand that misses
and Kakoullis counters with a nice uppercut.
Kakoullis moves out of range of the leg kick from Seia.
Kakoullis appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Kakoullis throws a lazy body kick
and Seia counters with a straight right hand.
Kakoullis ducks right into an uppercut from Seia.
Seia lands a jab.
Kakoullis throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Kakoullis swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Kakoullis lands a front kick.
Seia uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Kakoullis has time to react.
Kakoullis tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Seia is able to avoid easily.
Seia throws a solid leg kick but Kakoullis takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Seia.
Kakoullis misses with an attempted mid kick.
Seia thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kakoullis throws a shot from downtown. Seia moves away and avoids it.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Seia! But no joy.#T2#
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Seia - that will leave a mark!
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A swing and a miss from Kakoullis.
Seia swings for the body but Kakoullis moves out of range.
Seia throws a chopping leg kick but Kakoullis manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Seia tried to score with a low kick but Kakoullis checks it.
Kakoullis swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Seia slips a straight right by Kakoullis.
Seia lands a front kick.
Kakoullis with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Seia to score with a decent uppercut.
Seia takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Kakoullis connects with the punch.
Kakoullis throws a shot from downtown. Seia moves away and avoids it.
Kakoullis moves out of range of the body kick from Seia.
Kakoullis throws a leg kick but Seia moved away.
A looping hook to the body misses from Seia. Kakoullis does a little dance to reset his feet.#T3#
Seia ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kakoullis moves away.
Kakoullis lands a nice looking body kick.
Nice defenses there by Kakoullis.
Seia takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Seia misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Kakoullis counters with a thumping low kick.
Seia moves out of range of the strikes.
Seia looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Kakoullis drops his hands momentarily and Seia takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Kakoullis throws a half hearted mid kick.
Seia throws a lazy right hand but Kakoullis sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Kakoullis throws a big shot that misses.
Kakoullis stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Seia.
Seia lands with a hook. Kakoullis tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Seia throws a poor cross that misses
and Kakoullis counters with an inside leg kick.
Kakoullis looks to land a combination but Seia avoids it well. #T4#
Seia looks for the body kick but Kakoullis saw that one coming.
A slow jab from Seia misses its intended target.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Kakoullis takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Some bone on bone action there as Seia checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Seia! But no joy.
Kakoullis blocks a leg kick.
Kakoullis throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Seia counters with a leg kick.
Kakoullis throws a leg kick but Seia sees it coming and moves out of range.
Seia moves away from the strike by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Seia swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis misses with a body shot.
A nice leg kick lands there from Seia.
Kakoullis takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Kakoullis misses with a body kick.
Seia misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kakoullis.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close fourth round but Kelemi Seia will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Sotiris Kakoullis's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!
#R5#
Kakoullis takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Seia ducks right into an uppercut from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis misses with a jab to the body
and Seia counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Seia cracks Kakoullis with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Seia throws a lazy right hand but Kakoullis sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Seia slips a straight right by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Seia throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Seia on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Kakoullis lands a jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kakoullis moves into range and connects with a jab.
Seia connects with the punch.
Kakoullis attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Seia darts in and out, connecting with a jab. #T1#
Kakoullis throws a half hearted mid kick.
Seia moves away from the strike by Kakoullis.
Seia listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Seia lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Seia avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Seia throws a wild body kick that Kakoullis sees coming a mile off.
Kakoullis moves away from the strike by Seia.
Kakoullis fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Seia looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Seia needs to keep his hands up - Kakoullis had a free shot at his head there.
Seia throws a predictable looking body shot
enabling Kakoullis to counter with a crisp jab.
Seia fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Kakoullis is out of range.
Kakoullis throws the left hand but Seia avoids the punch easily.
A chopping leg kick lands by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis scores with a nice strike.
Kakoullis delivers a nice body kick.
Sotiris Kakoullis has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kakoullis delivers a nice body kick.
Seia throws an overhand right that lands on Kakoullis's shoulder, as Kakoullis tries to avoid the shot.
Seia will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Kakoullis misses with a right hand
and Seia counters with a nice body shot.
Kakoullis tried to score with a low kick but Seia checks it.
Seia steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Seia scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Seia lands a nice shot that snaps Kakoullis's head back.
A chopping leg kick lands by Seia.
Seia throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Kakoullis chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Seia can pounce on him.
Seia avoids the body shot from Kakoullis.
Seia checks the leg kick.
Seia takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Kakoullis connects with a body shot that sends Seia's belly button to the back.
A low kick from Kakoullis misses
and Seia counters with a good low kick that Kakoullis was not able to check. #T3#
Seia thows a body kick. Kakoullis tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Seia slips under a jab.
Seia flicks out a counter leg kick but Kakoullis steps away.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Seia.
Seia moves out of range of the body kick from Kakoullis.
Seia throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Kakoullis on the side of the head.
A slapping body kick lands there for Seia.
Seia throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Kakoullis throws a push kick but Seia slaps the foot to one side.
Seia bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Kakoullis's head.
Seia lands a really nice looking cross but Kakoullis seems unphased.
Kakoullis misses with a jab to the body
and Seia cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Kakoullis throws a big shot that misses.
Seia bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A little jabbing left from Seia on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A looping hook to the body misses from Seia. Kakoullis does a little dance to reset his feet.#T4#
Kakoullis misses with an attempted mid kick.
Seia connects with a jab.
Kakoullis takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Kakoullis throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Kakoullis throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kakoullis uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Seia.
Kakoullis swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Seia bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Kakoullis's head backwards.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Seia.
Kakoullis throws a hook but Seia avoids it easily.
Seia lands a nice shot that snaps Kakoullis's head back.
Seia has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Seia lands a body shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kakoullis misses with a low kick.
Seia tries a quick counter leg kick but Kakoullis is wise to it.
Seia looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Seia lands a jab to Kakoullis's midsection.

And that's the end of the fight!
Kelemi Seia comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Seia has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 46:50
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 46:49
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 45:50

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kelemi Seia!
Kelemi Seia is the new light heavyweight champion!
A victorious Kelemi Seia thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: EVO 269: Tallon vs Cortes
Date: Sep 24, 2016

#R1#
Todd looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Kakoullis throws a head kick that half lands. #CUT#
It looks like Rockmeteller Todd has been cut.
Kakoullis checks the leg kick.
Kakoullis lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Todd slips a jab and a cross from Kakoullis.
Todd let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Todd looks for the body kick but Kakoullis saw that one coming.
Todd takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Kakoullis takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Todd swings widly with a right hand
and Kakoullis counters with a nice leg kick.
Kakoullis missing with a left hand there. Todd was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Kakoullis fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Todd manages to avoid it.
Kakoullis bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Todd looks to land a right hand but Kakoullis moved out of range.
Kakoullis wants to land a leg kick but Todd is out of range.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kakoullis tries to land a front kick but Todd steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Kakoullis steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Todd.
Kakoullis is looking to counter punch.
Kakoullis attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
A chopping leg kick lands by Kakoullis. #T1#
Kakoullis keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kakoullis looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Kakoullis uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Todd has time to react.
Todd throws a big shot that misses.
Kakoullis throws an off balance right hand
and Todd counters with a nice uppercut.
Todd keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kakoullis.
Todd jabs Kakoullis to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Jab from Todd.
Sotiris Kakoullis seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
An inside leg kick from Kakoullis misses.
Todd throws a jab but it's blocked by Kakoullis.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Kakoullis checks a leg kick.
Kakoullis throws a leg kick which misses Todd's front leg but catches the back leg as Todd tries to avoid it.
A slow jab from Todd misses its intended target.
Kakoullis appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Kakoullis comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Todd rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Kakoullis connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kakoullis takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Todd misses with an uppercut.
Kakoullis went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.#T2#
Todd staying out of range there.
Todd fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Kakoullis has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Todd uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Todd lands a really nice looking cross but Kakoullis seems unphased. #CUT2#
It looks like Sotiris Kakoullis has been cut.
A solid leg kick lands there for Kakoullis.
Kakoullis throws a leg kick but Todd sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Todd looks to score with a jab to the body but Kakoullis is just out of range.
Kakoullis moves away from the strike by Todd.
Todd throws the kick towards the body but Kakoullis avoids it.
Kakoullis tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Todd was well out of range. Poor timing from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis misses with the combination.
Todd is trying to counter with his kicks.
Todd on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Todd catches Kakoullis with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Kakoullis throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Todd connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. #T3#
Todd scores with a sloppy right hand. Kakoullis should have avoided that one.
Todd pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A slow jab from Todd misses its intended target.
Todd connects with a single shot there.
Kakoullis throws a leg kick which misses Todd's front leg but catches the back leg as Todd tries to avoid it.
Kakoullis connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Kakoullis throws a body punch but Todd moves out of range.
Todd throws a head kick that Kakoullis semi-blocks.
Left hook, right uppercut from Kakoullis.
Todd takes a swing at Kakoullis's ribcage but misses.
Kakoullis fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Todd is out of range.
Todd tries a quick counter leg kick but Kakoullis is wise to it.
Some bone on bone action there as Todd checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Kakoullis misses with a body kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Todd misses with a body shot.
Kakoullis throws a lazy right hand but Todd sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Todd looking to land some kicks to the body here. #T4#
Todd fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Kakoullis.
Kakoullis scores with a jab. Todd acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Todd jabs Kakoullis to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Kakoullis misses with a kick to the body
and Todd counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Todd shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Todd cracks Kakoullis with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Todd slips under a jab.
Kakoullis throws the left hand but Todd avoids the punch easily.
Todd takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Kakoullis takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Todd scores with the left hand. Kakoullis knows he should have avoided that one.
Todd is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Kakoullis had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
Kakoullis is looking to slow Todd down with leg kicks.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Todd crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Kakoullis - the referee stops the clock and Todd gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Kakoullis. Todd manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Todd throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kakoullis sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Kakoullis misses with the combination.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Sotiris Kakoullis will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Kakoullis lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Kakoullis is looking to slow Todd down with leg kicks.
Kakoullis looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Kakoullis throws a lazy uppercut
and Todd counters with a low kick, right behind Kakoullis 's knee.
Kakoullis looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Todd is looking to land body kicks.
Todd throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kakoullis moves out of range of the leg kick from Todd.
Kakoullis is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Kakoullis is looking to slow Todd down with leg kicks.
Kakoullis misses with a body kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Todd stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Kakoullis.
Todd's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Todd throws a low kick, looking for Kakoullis's leg but Kakoullis calmly moves out of range.
Todd throws a big shot that misses.
Kakoullis feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Todd tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kakoullis was well out of range. Poor timing from Todd.
Todd throws a leg kick but Kakoullis sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Sotiris Kakoullis is winning the standup battle so far.
Kakoullis rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Todd counters with a nice uppercut. #T1#
Kakoullis throws a leg kick that is checked
and Kakoullis takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Kakoullis looks to score with a jab to the body but Todd is just out of range.
Kakoullis just misses with a punch to the body.
Kakoullis throws a low kick but it's checked well by Todd.
Todd throws a lazy right hand but Kakoullis sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Todd blocks the body kick.
Kakoullis throws a body shot but no joy.
Todd with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Kakoullis is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Todd.
Todd is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.
Todd lands a nice looking body shot.
Todd blocks a leg kick.
Todd appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Todd throws a predictable looking body shot
and Kakoullis counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Kakoullis throws a poor cross that misses
and Todd cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Kakoullis scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Kakoullis moves out of range as Todd strikes.
Todd is looking to land body kicks.#T2#
Todd takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kakoullis looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Todd takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Kakoullis tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
And Todd responds with a good body kick, but Kakoullis manages to step out the way in time.
Nice jab there from Todd.
Kakoullis lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Kakoullis takes a swing at Todd's ribcage but misses.
Nice straight punches there by Kakoullis. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Kakoullis.
Kakoullis misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Kakoullis throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Todd swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Todd thows a left - swing and a miss!
Todd fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Kakoullis throws out a powerful jab.
Kakoullis ducks under a wild hook from Todd.#T3#
A punch lands to the side of Kakoullis 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Kakoullis gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Todd.
Todd scores with a three punch combo!
Todd throws a leg kick that misses.
Todd pulls out of a head kick attempt.
A head kick misses from Kakoullis.
Todd scores with a jab to the jaw.
Kakoullis dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Todd. That did some damage!
Kakoullis tests Todd's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Todd connects with a right hand. Kakoullis shakes it off.
Kakoullis misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Kakoullis takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Todd throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Kakoullis stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Todd sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Kakoullis scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Kakoullis fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.#T4#
Kakoullis steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Todd.
It looks like Kakoullis has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Kakoullis with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Kakoullis scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Todd doesn't seem bothered though.
Kakoullis lands with a nice combination. Todd backs away looking to recover.
Kakoullis lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Kakoullis throws a nice inside leg kick.
Kakoullis throws a nice inside leg kick.
Kakoullis looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.#CL#
Kakoullis moves into the clinch.
Kakoullis tries a body shot but Todd blocks it.
Todd working hard to break the clinch.#BC2#
Todd manages to break the clinch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Todd throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Todd throws a sloppy head kick and Kakoullis moves out of range easily.
A shot to the body from Todd misses
and Kakoullis counters with a nice uppercut.
Kakoullis moves away from the strike by Todd.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Sotiris Kakoullis will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R3#
Kakoullis takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Kakoullis scores with a crisp jab that stopped Todd in his tracks.
Todd takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Kakoullis misses with a body kick.
Kakoullis fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Crunch! Kakoullis slams his shin into Todd's torso.
Kakoullis throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Kakoullis misses with a hook.
Kakoullis ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kakoullis scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Todd missing with a left hand there. Kakoullis was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Todd wants to land a leg kick but Kakoullis is out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Todd. Kakoullis does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kakoullis is looking to chop away at Todd's legs.
Todd jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kakoullis swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Todd throws a hook to the side of Kakoullis's head but Kakoullis sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#T1#
Kakoullis is looking to slow Todd down with leg kicks.
Kakoullis connects with an inside leg kick.
Todd throws a jab but it's blocked by Kakoullis.
Todd blocks a low kick nicely.
Todd lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Kakoullis takes a swing at Todd's ribcage but misses.
Kakoullis pivots, looking for a leg kick but Todd is out of range and Kakoullis settles back down.
Kakoullis throws a combination. Todd tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Todd throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kakoullis connects with a leg kick. Todd looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Kakoullis turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Todd works the jab nicely.
Todd misses with a hook to the body
and Kakoullis counters with an inside leg kick.
Good exchange - Kakoullis coming out on top.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kakoullis's jab looks to have found its range, popping Todd under the eye.
Todd lands a body shot. #T2#
Kakoullis throws a leg kick
and Todd counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Todd thows a left - swing and a miss!
A swing and a miss from Kakoullis.
Todd moves out of range as Kakoullis throws a body kick.
Todd appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Kakoullis connects with a leg kick. Todd looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Todd throws out a powerful jab.
Kakoullis throws a leg kick but Todd moved away.
Kakoullis throws a low kick but Todd avoids it.
Todd is trying to counter with his kicks.
That kick from Kakoullis tenderised Todd's leg. Todd is trying to keep his angry face on.
Todd fails to land with a series of punches.
Kakoullis throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kakoullis jabs Todd to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Kakoullis throws a leg kick but Todd sees it coming and moves out of range.
Kakoullis on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Kakoullis defending well as Todd loads up on a big left hand. #T3#
Kakoullis lands a nice looking kick to the body. Todd takes a step back to recover.
Kakoullis looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
You can see that Todd has visibly slowed down as a result of the leg kicks
Todd throws a body kick that misses.
Todd looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Kakoullis lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Kakoullis lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Todd has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Todd and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Todd only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Kakoullis thows a leg kick but Todd checks it
and Todd counters with a nice kick to the body.
Todd throws an overhand right that lands on Kakoullis's shoulder, as Kakoullis tries to avoid the shot.
Kakoullis looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Kakoullis attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Todd is trying to counter with his kicks.
Kakoullis attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Todd! But no joy.
Todd misses the jab.
A slow jab from Kakoullis misses its intended target.
Kakoullis feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Todd's calf.
Kakoullis throws a leg kick but Todd moved away.#T4#
Kakoullis throws a quick inside leg kick.
Kakoullis closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Kakoullis uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Todd.
Kakoullis stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Todd.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kakoullis uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Todd has time to react.
Kakoullis connects with an inside leg kick.
Todd throws a body kick that misses.
Kakoullis misses with a wild body shot.
Kakoullis misses with a leg kick
and Todd counters with a nice uppercut.
Todd lands a nice hook to Kakoullis's body. Kakoullis takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Todd fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Kakoullis looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Todd keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Todd dodges the punch combination from Kakoullis.
A decent looking cross lands there for Kakoullis.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sotiris Kakoullis clearly takes that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R4#
Todd missing with a left hand there. Kakoullis was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Kakoullis throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Todd connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Kakoullis misses the shot to the body.
Todd throws a hook to the side of Kakoullis's head but Kakoullis sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kakoullis throws a wild body kick that Todd sees coming a mile off.
Kakoullis feints a jab promting Todd to slip. Kakoullis then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Todd slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Todd catches Kakoullis with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Todd's jab looks to have found its range, popping Kakoullis under the eye.
Todd delivers a nice body kick.
Todd throws the left hand but Kakoullis avoids the punch easily.
Todd looks to score with a jab to the body but Kakoullis is just out of range.
Kakoullis throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Todd counters with a nice body shot.
Kakoullis moves out of range of the body kick.
Todd keeps the fight on the outside.#T1#
Todd misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kakoullis.
Todd throws a low kick but Kakoullis avoids it.
Todd bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Kakoullis uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Todd.#CL#
Kakoullis clinches. #BC2#
Todd's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Todd lands a leg kick that knocks Kakoullis off balance momentarily.
Todd keeps the fight on the outside.
Todd swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Kakoullis throws a big shot that misses.
Kakoullis backing away here, and Todd unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Todd pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Kakoullis ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Todd moves away.
Kakoullis moves out of range of the strikes.
Todd feints and then cracks Kakoullis's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Kakoullis down.
Todd throws a predictable looking body shot
and Kakoullis counters with a nice body kick.
Todd delivers a nice body kick.#T2#
Kakoullis throws a leg kick which misses Todd's front leg but catches the back leg as Todd tries to avoid it.
Kakoullis is looking to slow Todd down with leg kicks.
Todd takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Todd! But no joy.
Todd connects with a right hand. Kakoullis shakes it off.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Todd takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Todd looks to score with a jab to the body but Kakoullis is just out of range.
Todd moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Todd misses with a kick to the body.
Todd throws a right and a left that both miss.
Kakoullis takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
A little feinted left hand from Kakoullis on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Todd uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kakoullis.
Todd ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kakoullis moves away.
A leg kick checked by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Kakoullis connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. #T3#
Todd uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis misses with a hook
and Todd counters with a nice low kick that buckles Kakoullis's knee momentarily.
Todd moves out of range as Kakoullis throws a body kick.
Kakoullis needs to keep his hands up - Todd had a free shot at his head there.
Kakoullis misses with a looping left.
A nice leg kick lands there from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis misses with a low kick.
A nice leg kick lands there from Todd.
That kick from Kakoullis tenderised Todd's leg. Todd is trying to keep his angry face on.
Todd tried to score with a low kick but Kakoullis checks it.
Kakoullis throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Todd stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Todd throws an overhand right that lands on Kakoullis's shoulder, as Kakoullis tries to avoid the shot.
Kakoullis swings for the body but Todd moves out of range.
Kakoullis scores with a jab to the head. #T4#
Todd swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Kakoullis connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Todd scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Todd motions for Kakoullis to come forward. Todd throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Todd throws a right hand that misses
and Kakoullis counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Kakoullis misses the jab.
Todd misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis walks into a stiff left hand from Todd.
Kakoullis swings for the body but Todd moves out of range.
Kakoullis uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Todd.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Todd - that will leave a mark!
Kakoullis attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Both fighters circling a little - Todd finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Kakoullis tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Todd was well out of range. Poor timing from Kakoullis.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Rockmeteller Todd dominated that fourth round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R5#
Kakoullis moves out of range of the body kick.
Todd throws a right hand that misses
and Kakoullis counters with a nice uppercut.
Kakoullis throws the kick towards the body but Todd avoids it.
A little jabbing left from Todd on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Todd scores with a hook.
Todd throws a shot to the body.
Todd has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Kakoullis.
Todd ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kakoullis lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
A jab from Todd does it's job there.
A chopping leg kick lands by Kakoullis.
Todd lands with a kick to the ribs.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kakoullis jabs Todd right on the nose. Todd blinks but takes it well.
Todd lands with a straight right. Kakoullis didn't see that one coming.
Todd fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kakoullis manages to avoid it.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kakoullis uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Todd.
Todd moves out of range as Kakoullis throws a body kick. #T1#
Kakoullis looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Kakoullis tried to score with a low kick but Todd checks it.
Todd scores with a nice right hand.
Todd looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Some bone on bone action there as Todd checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Kakoullis fakes the leg kick and cracks Todd in the body.
Todd slips under a jab.
Todd looks to throw the jab but Kakoullis is out of range.
Kakoullis throws a low kick, looking for Todd's leg but Todd calmly moves out of range.
A slapping leg kick lands for Todd.
A nice inside leg kick there by Kakoullis. That's going to slow Todd down.
Todd ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Kakoullis throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Todd throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Rockmeteller Todd has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Sotiris Kakoullis is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
A solid leg kick lands there for Kakoullis.
Todd scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Kakoullis uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Todd.
Kakoullis throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kakoullis wants to land a leg kick but Todd is out of range.
Todd scores with a jab to the body.
Todd throws an off balance right hand
and Kakoullis counters with a low kick, right behind Todd 's knee.
Kakoullis throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Todd ducks right into an uppercut from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Todd manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Todd throws a leg kick but Kakoullis sees it coming and moves out of range.
Todd misses with a hook. Kakoullis ducked under it nicely.
Kakoullis throws a big counter combination but Todd scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Kakoullis throws a head kick that misses
and Todd counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Kakoullis swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Kakoullis throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air. #T3#
Kakoullis throws a hook to the side of Todd's head but Todd sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Nice defenses there by Kakoullis.
A nice inside leg kick there by Todd. That's going to slow Kakoullis down.
Kakoullis lunges at Todd with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Todd's hand.
Kakoullis throws a head kick that misses.
Kakoullis keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kakoullis slips a jab from Todd.
Kakoullis thinks about countering with a body kick.
Todd throws a hook to the side of Kakoullis's head but Kakoullis sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Todd feints a jab promting Kakoullis to slip. Todd then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Kakoullis slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Todd takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Todd misses with a hook. Kakoullis ducked under it nicely.
Nice defenses there by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis thuds his shin into the meat of Todd's side.#T4#
A decent looking body kick lands there for Kakoullis.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Kakoullis scores with a spinning back kick!
A head kick misses from Kakoullis.
Todd misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis scores with a kick to the body.
Todd throws a predictable looking body shot
and Kakoullis counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Kakoullis looks for the body kick but Todd saw that one coming.
A leg kick checked by Todd.
Todd swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kakoullis checks a low kick from Todd.
Kakoullis takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Todd throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Kakoullis counters with an outside leg kick.
Todd throws a leg kick that is checked
and Kakoullis counters with a good, hard body kick but Todd shrugs it off.
Kakoullis walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Todd checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Sotiris Kakoullis.
Well Kakoullis has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 49:46
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 49:46
Judge William Gold scores the fight 47:48

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Sotiris Kakoullis!
Sotiris Kakoullis retains his light heavyweight title!
After winning the bout, Sotiris Kakoullis thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: EVO 263: Kakoullis vs Makinwa
Date: Aug 20, 2016

#R1##CL#
Kakoullis clinches.
Kakoullis misses with a hook to the ribs. #BC2#
Makinwa manages to break the clinch.
Kakoullis misses with an attempted mid kick.
Kakoullis checks a low kick from Makinwa.
A solid leg kick lands there for Kakoullis.
Kakoullis pivots, looking for a leg kick but Makinwa is out of range and Kakoullis settles back down.
Kakoullis ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Sotiris Kakoullis seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kakoullis misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Makinwa.
Makinwa misses with an uppercut. Kakoullis saw that one coming.
Kakoullis was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Kakoullis scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Makinwa moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Makinwa throws a body kick that misses.
Kakoullis getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Kakoullis has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Gym Beam in the buildup to the fight.
Kakoullis throws a low kick, looking for Makinwa's leg but Makinwa calmly moves out of range.
Kakoullis throws a front kick aimed at Makinwa's knee but Makinwa avoids it well.
Kakoullis lands an overhand right.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kakoullis's corner calls for a 1-2. Kakoullis obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Nice shot lands for Makinwa.#T1#
Kakoullis lands with a thumping leg kick.
Kakoullis tries a head kick but it misses.
Makinwa replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Kakoullis blocks it well.
Kakoullis goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Makinwa shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Makinwa.
Kakoullis stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Makinwa.
A chopping leg kick lands by Kakoullis.
Makinwa misses with a right hand
and Kakoullis counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Makinwa thinking.
Makinwa throws a leg kick that misses.
Makinwa thuds his shin into the meat of Kakoullis's side.
Nice body kick there by Makinwa.
Kakoullis lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Kakoullis works Makinwa's body with a nice hook.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kakoullis works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Kakoullis fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Makinwa checks it well.
Kakoullis throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #T2#
Makinwa moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Kakoullis misses with a body kick.
Makinwa getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Makinwa throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kakoullis lands a head kick! #CUT#
It looks like Ugor Makinwa has been cut.
Makinwa swings away with a body shot that misses
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Makinwa throws a series of punches but Kakoullis avoids them all with ease.
Kakoullis throws a leg kick which misses Makinwa's front leg but catches the back leg as Makinwa tries to avoid it.
Kakoullis tries to clinch up.
Makinwa misses with a right hand
and Kakoullis counters with a right hand to the body.
Makinwa tries a head kick but it misses.
Kakoullis swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Makinwa misses with a wild body shot.
A slapping leg kick lands for Makinwa.
Kakoullis cracks Makinwa with a good jab.
Makinwa has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Kakoullis.#T3#
Kakoullis uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Makinwa.
Makinwa tries to land a front kick but Kakoullis steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Kakoullis throws the left hand but Makinwa avoids the punch easily.
Makinwa looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Kakoullis throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Makinwa misses with a low kick as Kakoullis jumps back.
Makinwa throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
As Makinwa looks to move away, Kakoullis throws a big counter combo but Makinwa just gets out of the way.
Kakoullis misses with a wild body shot.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Makinwa. Kakoullis shrugs it off though.
Kakoullis fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Makinwa connects with a body shot.
Makinwa is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Kakoullis rather than just go for the knockout.
Kakoullis takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Kakoullis on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Kakoullis connects with a good right hand that stumbles Makinwa. Makinwa circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Makinwa throws the left hand but Kakoullis avoids the punch easily.
Kakoullis scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Makinwa connects with a nice looking jab. #CUT2#
It looks like Sotiris Kakoullis has been cut.#T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A left lands for Makinwa.
Kakoullis throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Kakoullis comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Makinwa scores with a leg kick.
Kakoullis lunges at Makinwa with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Makinwa's hand.
Kakoullis keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Makinwa.
Makinwa throws a wild body kick that Kakoullis sees coming a mile off.
Kakoullis is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
An inside leg kick lands from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis throws a body kick that misses
and Makinwa counters with a nice body kick.
Makinwa scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Kakoullis feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Makinwas jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Makinwa throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kakoullis avoids the head kick by Makinwa.
Makinwa throws a right hand that Kakoullis ducks under and follows up with a left that Kakoullis also avoids with ease.
Makinwa connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Sotiris Kakoullis will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Kakoullis throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Makinwa cracks the inside of Kakoullis's front leg.
Kakoullis throws a poor cross that misses
and Makinwa counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Kakoullis throws a low kick, looking for Makinwa's leg but Makinwa calmly moves out of range.
A leg kick checked by Kakoullis.
Makinwa has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kakoullis. Makinwa does a little dance to reset his feet.
Makinwa ducks under a wild hook from Kakoullis.
Makinwa is looking to land body kicks.
Makinwa throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
A jab from Makinwa does it's job there.
Kakoullis stuns Makinwa with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Makinwa moves out of range of the body kick from Kakoullis.
Makinwa misses with a right hand
and Kakoullis counters with a three punch combo that has Makinwa backing up. Makinwa nods at Kakoullis to acknowledge the strikes.
Makinwa throws a hook but Kakoullis blocks it.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Makinwa takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Makinwa's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Makinwa swings away with a leg kick that misses.#T1#
Kakoullis checks a leg kick.
Makinwa ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kakoullis does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Makinwa feints a counter leg kick.
Makinwa misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Makinwa misses with an uppercut. Kakoullis saw that one coming.
Makinwa on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Kakoullis scores with a kick to the body.
Kakoullis moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Makinwa blocks a leg kick.
Makinwa fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Kakoullis looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Kakoullis throws a quick inside leg kick.
Kakoullis misses with the body kick
and Makinwa counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Makinwa tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Makinwa pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Makinwa attempts a low kick but it misses it's target. #T2#
Kakoullis throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Kakoullis throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.#CL#
Kakoullis rushes Makinwa and presses him up against the cage.
Makinwa working aggressively here.
Kakoullis fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Makinwa blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Kakoullis misses with a body punch.
A short right from Makinwa.
Kakoullis swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kakoullis throws a punch but it's blocked by Makinwa.
Kakoullis is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Makinwa is defending well for now.
Makinwa misses with the head strike.
Kakoullis has Makinwa pushed against the cage.
Kakoullis just leaning against Makinwa, taking a breather.
Makinwa effectively controlling the action here.#T3#
Kakoullis tries to work over Makinwa's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Kakoullis struggles to land a body shot inside as Makinwa controls his hands.
Kakoullis swings wildly with an uppercut but Makinwa uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kakoullis lands a left hand that snaps the head of Makinwa backwards.
Makinwa throws a punch but it's blocked by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis lands an uppercut.
Kakoullis misses with a shot to the kidneys. #BC#
Kakoullis breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Kakoullis avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Makinwa misses with a low kick.
Kakoullis throws a lazy uppercut
and Makinwa counters with a slapping leg kick.
Nice body kick there by Makinwa.
Makinwa motions for Kakoullis to come forward. Makinwa throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Kakoullis is looking to chop away at Makinwa's legs.
Makinwa steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Kakoullis fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Makinwa has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.#T4#
Kakoullis uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Makinwa.
Makinwa misses with a body punch
and Kakoullis counters with a low kick, right behind Makinwa 's knee.
Kakoullis misses with a straight left.
Kakoullis uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Makinwa.
Kakoullis lands with a thumping leg kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kakoullis moves out of range as Makinwa strikes.
Kakoullis tries to clinch up.
Makinwa looks to land a left hand but Kakoullis moved out of range nicely.
The fighters circling - Makinwa throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kakoullis throws a wild body kick that Makinwa sees coming a mile off.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Kakoullis, right into the meat.
Kakoullis avoids the head kick by Makinwa.
Kakoullis throws a sloppy body shot
and Makinwa counters with a stiff right hand.
Makinwa dips to his left and cracks Kakoullis with an uppercut!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Sotiris Kakoullis will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R3#
Makinwa throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Makinwa swings for the body but Kakoullis moves out of range.
Makinwa keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab. #CUT2#
Sotiris Kakoullis's cut is getting worse.
Kakoullis chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Makinwa walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Makinwa throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Kakoullis thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Makinwa if he has to take too many more of those.
Makinwa throws a lazy right hand but Kakoullis sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Kakoullis takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Makinwa dips to his left and cracks Kakoullis with an uppercut!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Makinwa throws the left hand but Kakoullis avoids the punch easily.
A big right from Makinwa misses.
Kakoullis just misses with a punch to the body.
Makinwa tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Kakoullis lets loose with a powerful body kick. Makinwa will feel that in the morning.
Makinwa takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T1#
Kakoullis lands with a thumping leg kick.
Makinwa fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Makinwa is looking to clinch.
A slapping leg kick lands for Makinwa.
Kakoullis lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Kakoullis.
A telegraphed right hand from Kakoullis misses the target.
Kakoullis uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Makinwa.
Makinwa checks a leg kick.
Makinwa looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Makinwa has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Makinwa cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Makinwa misses with a body shot.
Makinwa loads up on a big right hand but Kakoullis slips the punch.
Makinwa takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Kakoullis shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down. #T2#
Makinwa moves out of range of the strikes.
Makinwa takes one to the chin there.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Makinwa lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Kakoullis misses with a body kick.
Kakoullis uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Makinwa.
Kakoullis pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Kakoullis throws a hook but Makinwa blocks it.
Kakoullis throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Kakoullis takes a jab right on the kisser. #CL#
Kakoullis drives through and clinches with Makinwa against the cage. #BC#
Kakoullis breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Kakoullis scores with a three punch combo!
Kakoullis fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Makinwa manages to avoid it.
Kakoullis misses with a hook.
Makinwa throws a one two combo. #CUT2#
Sotiris Kakoullis's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.#T3#
A clash of legs there as Makinwa blocks the low kick.
A decent looking cross lands there for Makinwa.
Kakoullis misses with a low kick as Makinwa jumps back.
Kakoullis dips to his left and cracks Makinwa with an uppercut!
Makinwa scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Makinwa blocks a jab.
Kakoullis is looking to chop away at Makinwa's legs.
Kakoullis lands a jab.
Kakoullis looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
A chopping leg kick lands by Makinwa.
Kakoullis works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Makinwa scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Kakoullis is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight. #T4#
Makinwa looks to land a body kick but Kakoullis moved away.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Makinwa goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Kakoullis throws a leg kick but Makinwa sees it coming and moves out of range.
Crunch! Kakoullis slams his shin into Makinwa's torso.
Makinwa throws a head kick that misses.
Kakoullis connects with a solid leg kick.
Makinwa lands a nice leg kick that just misses Kakoullis's sensitive parts.
Makinwa throws a looping overhand right but Kakoullis ducks down to avoid it.
Kakoullis throws a half hearted mid kick.
Sotiris Kakoullis is winning the standup battle so far.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Makinwa lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Kakoullis has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Kakoullis and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Makinwa misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kakoullis.
Makinwa tries a low kick but Kakoullis avoids it.
Makinwa throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Kakoullis swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Makinwa misses with a low kick as Kakoullis jumps back.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but Sotiris Kakoullis did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R4#
Kakoullis tries a low kick but Makinwa avoids it.
Makinwa throws a quick inside leg kick.
Kakoullis bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Makinwa avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Kakoullis is looking to land body kicks.#CL#
Kakoullis has Makinwa up against the cage in a clinch.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Kakoullis.
Makinwa tries to break the clinch but Kakoullis is controlling the position.
Makinwa blocks a body shot from Kakoullis. #BC2#
Makinwa breaks the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Makinwa connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Kakoullis momentarily.
Makinwa lands with a kick to the temple. Kakoullis shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Kakoullis scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Kakoullis clobbers Makinwa with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. #T1#
Kakoullis does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Kakoullis.
Makinwa looks for the body kick but Kakoullis saw that one coming.
Makinwa does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Kakoullis.
Makinwa swings away with a body shot that misses
enabling Kakoullis to counter with a crisp jab.
Nice body kick there by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis throws a quick inside leg kick.
Makinwa throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Kakoullis stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Kakoullis swings for the body but Makinwa moves out of range.
Makinwa has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Makinwa there as he acknowledges the shot.
Makinwa has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Kakoullis.
Makinwa takes a swing at Kakoullis's ribcage but misses.
Kakoullis throws a nice inside leg kick.
An inside leg kick from Kakoullis misses.
Makinwa tries a quick counter leg kick but Kakoullis is wise to it.
Makinwa throws a leg kick but Kakoullis sees it coming and checks it nicely. #T2#
Kakoullis tries to clinch but Makinwa moves out of range. #CL#
Kakoullis has Makinwa up against the cage in a clinch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kakoullis lands an elbow that stopped Makinwa in his tracks for a moment.
A short left from Makinwa.
Makinwa misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Makinwa is trying to break the clinch but Kakoullis is controlling him.
Kakoullis works on Makinwa's body with a couple of short punches.
Makinwa misses with a hook to the ribs.
A short right from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kakoullis blocks a body shot from Makinwa.
Kakoullis controlling the action here for a moment.
Makinwa is trying to break the clinch but Kakoullis has him pressed against the cage. #T3#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis has a couple of punches blocked by Makinwa.
Makinwa is looking to break free of the clinch but Kakoullis has double underhooks.
Kakoullis looking to slow down the pace here.#BC2#
Makinwa breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Kakoullis scores with a kick to the midsection.
Kakoullis lands with a cross.
Makinwa gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
You can see that Makinwa has visibly slowed down as a result of the leg kicks
Kakoullis tries a head kick but it misses.
Makinwa looks to throw the jab but Kakoullis is out of range.
Kakoullis tries a head kick but it misses.
Kakoullis connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Kakoullis lands a lovely overhand right.#T4#
Kakoullis swings widly with a right hand
and Makinwa counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CUT2#
Jeez, Sotiris Kakoullis's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.
Kakoullis tries to land a front kick but Makinwa steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Makinwa has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Kakoullis.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Makinwa fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Makinwa throws a body punch but Kakoullis moves out of range.
Kakoullis thows a leg kick but Makinwa checks it
and Makinwa counters with a nice body kick.
Kakoullis swings for the body but Makinwa moves out of range.
Kakoullis cracks Makinwa with a right hand to the side of the head.
Kakoullis dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Makinwa. Kakoullis does a little dance to reset his feet.
Makinwa takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Makinwa misses with a body shot.
Makinwa takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Kakoullis defending well as Makinwa loads up on a big left hand.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sotiris Kakoullis had his way with Ugor Makinwa in that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. And we move into the final round!
#R5#
Kakoullis thuds his right hand into Makinwa's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Kakoullis fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Makinwa takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
A slapping leg kick lands for Kakoullis.
Some wild striking there from Kakoullis.
Makinwa has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Makinwa fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Kakoullis on the side of the head.
Makinwa throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Kakoullis counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
A nice inside leg kick there by Kakoullis. That's going to slow Makinwa down.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kakoullis jabs at Makinwa's body.
Decent striking displayed by Makinwa there.
Kakoullis throws a half hearted mid kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Makinwa lands a nice shot to the body.
Kakoullis with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row. #T1#
Makinwa fakes the leg kick and cracks Kakoullis in the body.
Kakoullis throws an overhand right that lands on Makinwa's shoulder, as Makinwa tries to avoid the shot.
A bone on bone clash there as Makinwa blocks the leg kick.
Makinwa fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Makinwa jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
An inside leg kick from Kakoullis misses.
A jab from Makinwa misses.
A quick step to the side and Kakoullis tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Makinwa is looking to slow Kakoullis down with leg kicks.
Makinwa misses with a hook.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis scores with a nice body kick.
Makinwa has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Makinwa there as he acknowledges the shot.
Makinwa missing with a left hand there. Kakoullis was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Kakoullis throws a low kick, looking for Makinwa's leg but Makinwa calmly moves out of range.
Ugor Makinwa has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Sotiris Kakoullis is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Makinwa connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Makinwa throws a leg kick that misses.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kakoullis misses with an attempted mid kick.
Kakoullis blocks a low kick nicely.
A nice leg kick lands there from Makinwa.
Kakoullis gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Makinwa.
Kakoullis tests Makinwa's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Makinwa takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Kakoullis swings for the body but Makinwa moves out of range.
Makinwa throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Kakoullis counters with a slapping leg kick.
Makinwa misses with a body kick.
Good leg kick by Kakoullis there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Makinwa has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Kakoullis finds it's way round the side to connect with Makinwa's head. #T3#
A shot to the body from Makinwa misses
and Kakoullis counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Kakoullis moves away from the strike by Makinwa.
Makinwa throws a lazy uppercut
and Kakoullis makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Kakoullis dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Makinwa. That did some damage!
Kakoullis throws a nice outside leg kick.
The fight stays on the outside here - Kakoullis looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Kakoullis throws a poor cross that misses
and Makinwa counters with an outside leg kick.
Kakoullis is looking to land body kicks.
Makinwa misses with a hook to the body
and Kakoullis counters with a low kick, right behind Makinwa 's knee.
Kakoullis scores with a jab.
Kakoullis scores with a nice body kick.
Nice uppercut lands for Makinwa. That snapped Kakoullis's head back.
Kakoullis is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.#T4#
Kakoullis throws a chopping leg kick but Makinwa manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Makinwa throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kakoullis scores with a decent looking hook.
An inside leg kick from Makinwa misses.
Kakoullis tried to counter with a leg kick but Makinwa avoided it.
Kakoullis uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Makinwa.
Makinwa goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Kakoullis jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Kakoullis stuns Makinwa with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Makinwa throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kakoullis sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Kakoullis cracks the inside of Makinwa's front leg.
Kakoullis lands with a nice body kick.
Makinwa dodges the punch combination from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis avoids a punch combination nicely.

And that's the end of the fight!
Sotiris Kakoullis showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Kakoullis has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 49:46
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 49:46
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 50:45

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sotiris Kakoullis!
A very excited looking Sotiris Kakoullis made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: EVO 261: Kakoullis vs Reznick
Date: Aug 06, 2016

#R1#
Kakoullis misses with a body kick.
Reznick pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.#CL2#
Reznick rushes Kakoullis and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Reznick tries to throw a body punch but Kakoullis avoids it by throwing Reznick back against the cage.
Kakoullis misses with a body punch.
Kakoullis lands with a light punch inside.
Kakoullis tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Reznick's elbow.
A right hand to the body from Reznick.
Reznick working some nice short punches in the clinch.#CUT2#
It looks like Sotiris Kakoullis has been cut.
Reznick lands with a short shot to the head.
Kakoullis softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kakoullis.
A short body shot lands from Kakoullis as the two fighters clinch.
Reznick misses with the head strike.
Reznick scores with a shot to the side of Kakoullis's head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kakoullis. #T1#
A short right from Reznick on the inside.
Kakoullis softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Kakoullis tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Reznick avoids it.#BC#
Kakoullis breaks the clinch.
Reznick misses with a left hand
and Kakoullis counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Reznick takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Kakoullis scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Reznick feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Kakoullis's calf.
Kakoullis tried to score with a low kick but Reznick checks it.
Reznick wants to clinch.
Reznick is looking to clinch but Kakoullis is avoiding it.
Kakoullis on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Kakoullis. #T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Reznick keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Kakoullis misses with a body kick.
Reznick connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Kakoullis momentarily.
Kakoullis fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Reznick checks it well.
Kakoullis slips a jab from Reznick.
Kakoullis looks for the body kick but Reznick saw that one coming.
Kakoullis fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Kakoullis throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kakoullis shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Kakoullis fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Reznick bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Sotiris Kakoullis seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kakoullis moves out of range as Reznick strikes.
Kakoullis fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Reznick manages to avoid it.
Reznick goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Kakoullis lands the left hand.#T3#
A swing and a miss from Kakoullis.
Reznick pivots, looking for a leg kick but Kakoullis is out of range and Reznick settles back down.
Good leg kick by Reznick there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
A low kick from Kakoullis misses
and Reznick counters with a solid body kick.
Kakoullis scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Kakoullis on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Reznick. Reznick obviously looking to wear him down.
Kakoullis goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Kakoullis throws out a leg kick but Reznick moves out of range and Kakoullis only half commits.
Kakoullis is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight.
Kakoullis throws a big shot that misses.
Kakoullis delivers a nice body kick.
Kakoullis scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Reznick doesn't seem bothered though.
Reznick lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Reznick walks into a left hand.
Reznick moves in looking to clinch but Kakoullis pushes him off.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Reznick moves forwards but Kakoullis connects with a nice, crisp jab.#T4#
Kakoullis tries a low kick but Reznick avoids it.
Reznick is trying to counter with his kicks.
Kakoullis throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Kakoullis misses with a kick to the body.
Reznick moves into range and connects with a jab.
Kakoullis throws a shot to the body. #CL2#
Reznick closes the distance and pushes Kakoullis back into the cage.
Kakoullis misses with some punches.
Kakoullis working aggressively here.
Kakoullis blocks a body shot from Reznick.
Kakoullis misses with a short punch on the inside.
Kakoullis blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Reznick tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kakoullis's elbow.
Kakoullis works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Reznick blocks an uppercut.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Sotiris Kakoullis will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Sotiris Kakoullis's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Kakoullis getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Kakoullis punishes Reznick's body with a nice straight punch.
Kakoullis throws a half hearted mid kick.
Reznick lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Kakoullis connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Reznick defending well as Kakoullis loads up on a big left hand.
Reznick lands with an overhand left.
Reznick throws a leg kick which misses Kakoullis's front leg but catches the back leg as Kakoullis tries to avoid it.
Reznick looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Reznick avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Kakoullis jabs Reznick to the body, keeping him at a distance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kakoullis swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Reznick has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Kakoullis throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Reznick stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Kakoullis misses with an attempted mid kick.
Kakoullis lands with a thumping leg kick.
Sotiris Kakoullis is winning the standup battle so far.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Reznick pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #T1#
Reznick moves away from the strike by Kakoullis.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kakoullis. Reznick does a little dance to reset his feet.
Reznick wants to counter the offense by Kakoullis and move into the clinch position.
A jab from Reznick misses.
Reznick steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Kakoullis. That one must have hurt.
Reznick throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kakoullis sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Reznick throws the left hand but Kakoullis avoids the punch easily.
Kakoullis jabs Reznick to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Kakoullis bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
A low kick from Kakoullis is predictable there
and Reznick counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Kakoullis moves out of range as Reznick strikes.
A solid leg kick lands there for Kakoullis.
Reznick checks a leg kick nicely.
Kakoullis fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Reznick manages to avoid it.
Kakoullis slips under a jab from Reznick.
Kakoullis blocks the body kick. #T2#
Kakoullis throws a leg kick
and Reznick counters with a stiff right hand.
Kakoullis slips a jab from Reznick.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nice shot lands for Reznick.
Kakoullis lands a jab to Reznick's midsection.
Kakoullis swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kakoullis throws a body punch but Reznick moves out of range.
Reznick checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Reznick misses with a looping left.
Kakoullis misses with a low kick.
Kakoullis misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Reznick.
Reznick looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Kakoullis throws a series of punches but Reznick avoids them all with ease.
A swing and a miss from Reznick.
Kakoullis throws the kick towards the body but Reznick avoids it.
Reznick has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Kakoullis.#T3#
Kakoullis thows a leg kick but Reznick checks it
and Reznick counters with a slapping leg kick.
Kakoullis pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Kakoullis wants to slow Reznick down by chopping away at his legs.
Reznick looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Kakoullis takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Kakoullis throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Kakoullis fakes the leg kick and cracks Reznick in the body.
Kakoullis thows a body kick. Reznick tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Kakoullis works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Reznick misses with an uppercut.
A little feinted left hand from Kakoullis on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Kakoullis closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Kakoullis throws a big shot that misses.
Reznick wants to counter the offense by Kakoullis and move into the clinch position.
Reznick misses with a body shot.
Reznick lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A big left from Reznick misses. #T4#
Reznick lands with a right hand.
A solid body kick from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Kakoullis keeps Reznick at a distance using the push kick.
Kakoullis works Reznick's body with a nice hook.
Reznick throws a big shot that misses.
Kakoullis throws a quick inside leg kick.
A nice inside leg kick there by Kakoullis. That's going to slow Reznick down.
Reznick lands a leg kick that knocks Kakoullis off balance momentarily.
Reznick checks a leg kick.
Kakoullis swings for the body but Reznick moves out of range.
Reznick throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Kakoullis on the side of the head.
Kakoullis wants to land a leg kick but Reznick is out of range.
Reznick lands with a thumping leg kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sotiris Kakoullis dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Sotiris Kakoullis's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R3#
Reznick has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Reznick connects with a crisp jab.
Kakoullis throws the left hand but Reznick avoids the punch easily.
Reznick ducks under a wild hook from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Kakoullis swings for the body but Reznick moves out of range.
Reznick looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Reznick blocks the body kick.
Reznick moves away from the strike by Kakoullis.
Reznick is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Kakoullis with a body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kakoullis throws a body kick that misses.
Kakoullis throws a leg kick but Reznick checks it.
Kakoullis throws a half hearted mid kick.
Kakoullis fakes the leg kick and cracks Reznick in the body.
Kakoullis walks into a jab.#T1#
A looping hook to the body misses from Kakoullis. Reznick does a little dance to reset his feet.
Good shot there by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Kakoullis swings widly with a right hand
and Reznick cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Reznick has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Kakoullis.
Reznick misses with a left hand
and Kakoullis counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Reznick drops his hands momentarily and Kakoullis takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Kakoullis ducks under a wild hook from Reznick.
Kakoullis pivots, looking for a leg kick but Reznick is out of range and Kakoullis settles back down.
Kakoullis backing away here, and Reznick unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Kakoullis lands with a right hand.
Kakoullis connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Kakoullis moves away from the strike by Reznick.
Reznick jabs Kakoullis right on the nose. Kakoullis blinks but takes it well.
An inside leg kick lands from Reznick. #T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kakoullis scores with a spinning back kick!
A jab lands there for Kakoullis.
Reznick tries to clinch but Kakoullis moves out of range.
Reznick stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Kakoullis.
Reznick lands an overhand right.
Kakoullis scores with a leg kick.
Reznick misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Kakoullis doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Kakoullis swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A little jabbing left from Reznick on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Reznick ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kakoullis throws a body kick that misses.
Reznick takes a kick to the side of the head.
Kakoullis misses with a wild body shot.
Reznick steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis throws a chopping leg kick but Reznick manages to avoid taking any serious damage.#T3#
Kakoullis takes a swing at Reznick's ribcage but misses.
Reznick scores with a decent looking hook.
Kakoullis walks forward, straight into a front kick from Reznick.
Reznick fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Kakoullis checks it well.
Kakoullis throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Reznick fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Kakoullis.
Reznick misses with a low kick as Kakoullis jumps back.
Kakoullis with a hook.
Reznick connects with an inside leg kick.
Kakoullis throws a hook to the side of Reznick's head but Reznick sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kakoullis throws a body kick that misses.
Kakoullis fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Reznick manages to avoid it.
Reznick throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #T4#
Reznick throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Reznick loads up on a big right hand but Kakoullis slips the punch.
The fighters circle momentarily. Kakoullis darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Kakoullis moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kakoullis misses with a low kick.
Reznick swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Kakoullis fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Reznick looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Kakoullis looks to throw the jab but Reznick is out of range.
Reznick lands with an uppercut that bounces Kakoullis off the cage and back into range.
Reznick throws a leg kick but Kakoullis sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Reznick fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Kakoullis has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Kakoullis, right into the meat.
Good leg kick by Kakoullis there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Kakoullis looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Reznick looks to land a left hand but Kakoullis moved out of range nicely.
An attempted straight right counter from Kakoullis misses the target.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sotiris Kakoullis clearly takes that round.
The cut man is working on Sotiris Kakoullis's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R4#
Kakoullis uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Reznick.
Kakoullis looks to land a right hand but Reznick moved out of range.
Reznick's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Reznick looks to land a left hand but Kakoullis moved out of range nicely.
Reznick tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Reznick checks a leg kick.
Kakoullis swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kakoullis swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A jab lands there for Kakoullis.
Kakoullis thows a leg kick but Reznick checks it
and Reznick cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Reznick throws out a loose jab but Kakoullis uses good head movement to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Reznick on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Kakoullis feints and then cracks Reznick's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Reznick down.
Kakoullis thows a left - swing and a miss!
Reznick takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure. #T1#
Reznick lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Reznick avoids the body shot from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis throws a good cross that connects.
Kakoullis throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Reznick pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Reznick will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Kakoullis scores with a kick to the midsection.
Kakoullis throws a hook but Reznick blocks it.
Reznick lunges at Kakoullis with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Kakoullis's hand.
Kakoullis connects with a nice looking jab.
Kakoullis lands with a hook. Reznick tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. #T2#
Kakoullis attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Kakoullis swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Reznick.
A low kick from Kakoullis is predictable there
and Reznick counters with a stiff right hand.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kakoullis throws a push kick but Reznick slaps the foot to one side.
Kakoullis lands a lovely overhand right.
Kakoullis just misses with a punch to the body.
Kakoullis wants to slow Reznick down by chopping away at his legs.
Reznick swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Reznick misses with a hook to the body
and Kakoullis cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Reznick looks to throw the jab but Kakoullis is out of range.
Kakoullis throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Reznick was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Kakoullis is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Reznick can do to turn this around?
Kakoullis motions for Reznick to come forward. Kakoullis throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Reznick lands a head kick!
Kakoullis misses with an uppercut. #CL2#
Reznick gets in close and instigates a clinch. #T3##BC#
Kakoullis breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Kakoullis misses with an uppercut.
That kick from Reznick tenderised Kakoullis's leg. Kakoullis is trying to keep his angry face on.
Kakoullis defending well as Reznick loads up on a big left hand.
Kakoullis scores with a jab to the jaw.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Kakoullis.
Reznick gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis throws a body punch but Reznick moves out of range.
Reznick thows a leg kick but Kakoullis checks it
and Kakoullis makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Reznick avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Reznick lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Kakoullis tries to land a leg kick but Reznick saw it coming and moves away.
Kakoullis tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Reznick is able to avoid easily.
Kakoullis goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. #T4#
Kakoullis throws a poor cross that misses #CL2#
and Reznick counters into the clinch. Nicely done. #BC#
Kakoullis manages to break the clinch.
Reznick throws a series of punches but Kakoullis moves out of range.
Reznick throws a head kick but Kakoullis moves out of range.
Kakoullis feinted there with a counter leg kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kakoullis lands with a thumping leg kick.
A head kick misses from Kakoullis.
Reznick missing with a left hand there. Kakoullis was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Kakoullis connects with a nice looking jab.
Reznick misses with a kick to the body.
Nice shot lands for Reznick.
Kakoullis throws a nice inside leg kick.
Reznick misses with a looping right.
Kakoullis moves into range and connects with a jab.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sotiris Kakoullis had his way with Trevor Reznick in that round.
The cut man is working on Sotiris Kakoullis's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!
#R5#
Nice body punch from Kakoullis.
Good work by Reznick as he checks the leg kick.
A nice leg kick lands there from Reznick.
Kakoullis lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Reznick tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
A decent looking cross lands there for Reznick.
Reznick throws a shot from downtown. Kakoullis moves away and avoids it.
Reznick walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Kakoullis checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Reznick throws a shot from downtown. Kakoullis moves away and avoids it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A nice inside leg kick there by Kakoullis. That's going to slow Reznick down.
Reznick misses with a low kick.
Kakoullis moves away from the strike by Reznick.
Reznick checks a leg kick nicely.
A cross from Kakoullis lands.#T1#
Kakoullis throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
A telegraphed right hand from Reznick misses the target.
Jab by Kakoullis.
Reznick avoids the head kick by Kakoullis.
Reznick lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Kakoullis swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kakoullis misses with a two punch combination.
Kakoullis misses with a straight right.
Reznick ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kakoullis ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Reznick moves away.
Kakoullis misses with a wild body shot.
Kakoullis lands with an uppercut that bounces Reznick off the cage and back into range.
Kakoullis throws a leg kick
and Reznick counters with an outside leg kick.
Sotiris Kakoullis is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Kakoullis ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Reznick moves away.
Reznick tries to move into range but Kakoullis moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Kakoullis attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Kakoullis avoids the head kick by Reznick.
Kakoullis checks the leg kick nicely there.
Kakoullis lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kakoullis has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Reznick finds it's way round the side to connect with Kakoullis's head.
A head kick misses from Kakoullis.
Reznick throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Kakoullis stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
A low kick from Kakoullis misses
and Reznick cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Kakoullis fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Reznick manages to avoid it.
Reznick checks a leg kick.
Reznick misses with a double jab. #T3#
Reznick throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Kakoullis connects with a leg kick. Reznick looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Kakoullis feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Reznick's calf.
Kakoullis throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kakoullis throws a big shot that misses.
A cross from Reznick lands.
Trevor Reznick has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Reznick misses with a head kick.
Jab by Reznick.
Reznick tests Kakoullis's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Reznick on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Kakoullis lands with a nice body punch.
Reznick attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
As Reznick backs away, Kakoullis returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.#T4#
A decent looking cross lands there for Kakoullis.
Kakoullis fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Reznick.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Kakoullis misses with a shot to the body
and Reznick counters with a nice uppercut.
Reznick misses with a leg kick
and Kakoullis counters with a straight right hand.
Reznick thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kakoullis throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Reznick counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Kakoullis fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Kakoullis fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Kakoullis lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Reznick misses with a jab to the body
enabling Kakoullis to counter with a crisp jab.
Kakoullis lands a leg kick that knocks Reznick off balance momentarily.
Reznick misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Reznick takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.

And that's the end of the fight!
Sotiris Kakoullis showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Kakoullis, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 50:45
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 50:45
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 50:45

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sotiris Kakoullis!
Sotiris Kakoullis retains his light heavyweight title!
A very excited looking Sotiris Kakoullis made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: EVO 259: Kakoullis vs Murphy
Date: Jul 30, 2016

#R1#
Murphy tries a head kick but it misses.
Kakoullis looks to land a body kick but Murphy moved away.
Murphy swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Nice uppercut there from Kakoullis.#CUT#
It looks like Cedric Murphy has been cut.
That kick from Kakoullis tenderised Murphy's leg. Murphy is trying to keep his angry face on.
Murphy feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Kakoulliss jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!#CUT2#
It looks like Sotiris Kakoullis has been cut.
Kakoullis has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Gym Beam in the buildup to the fight.
Kakoullis misses with a straight left.
Murphy looks to score with a jab to the body but Kakoullis is just out of range.
Kakoullis tried to counter with a leg kick but Murphy avoided it.#KD#
Kakoullis drops Murphy with a beautiful combination! Murphy stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Kakoullis is looking for the KO!#ROC#
Murphy is rocked!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kakoullis lands a nice shot to the body.
Murphy is still on wobbly legs! Can Kakoullis finish him?
Murphy is looking to clinch but Kakoullis is avoiding it.
Murphy seems to have recovered his senses.
Kakoullis pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Kakoullis takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Murphy takes a swing at Kakoullis's ribcage but misses.
Kakoullis tries to work over Murphy's front leg with a kick but Murphy checks it.
Kakoullis swings widly with a right hand
and Kakoullis takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Kakoullis avoids the body shot from Murphy.
Murphy fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Kakoullis looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Cedric Murphy seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kakoullis takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Murphy scores with a sloppy right hand. Kakoullis should have avoided that one. #T1#
Both fighters circling a little - Murphy finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Kakoullis throws out a leg kick but Murphy moves out of range and Kakoullis only half commits.
Kakoullis chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Murphy can pounce on him.
Murphy lands with a kick to the ribs.
Murphy just misses with a punch to the body.
Murphy moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Murphy misses the shot to the body.
Murphy swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kakoullis throws a nice inside leg kick.
Murphy is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Murphy tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kakoullis was well out of range. Poor timing from Murphy.
Murphy throws a series of punches but Kakoullis moves out of range.
Murphy throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Kakoullis counters with a body kick that stops Murphy in his tracks momentarily.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Murphy takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Murphy throws a half hearted mid kick.
Kakoullis appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Murphy has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.
Murphy is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Kakoullis rather than just go for the knockout.
Murphy throws a body shot but no joy. #T2#
Murphy tries to close the distance and clinch up but Kakoullis swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Kakoullis buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Kakoullis throws a big shot that misses.
Murphy goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Kakoullis throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Murphy sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Kakoullis tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Murphy is able to avoid easily.
Murphy ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kakoullis moves away.
Murphy missing with a left hand there. Kakoullis was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Kakoullis's jab looks to have found its range, popping Murphy under the eye.
Kakoullis tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Murphy was well out of range. Poor timing from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis checks the leg kick.
Kakoullis misses with a wild body shot.
Kakoullis comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Kakoullis takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Kakoullis keeps the fight on the outside.
Murphy looks to land a body kick but Kakoullis moved away.
As Murphy backs away, Kakoullis returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
A big left from Murphy misses. #T3#
Kakoullis throws an overhand right that lands on Murphy's shoulder, as Murphy tries to avoid the shot.
Murphy only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Murphy fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kakoullis manages to avoid it.
Kakoullis moves out of range of the leg kick from Murphy.
A looping hook to the body misses from Murphy. Kakoullis does a little dance to reset his feet.
The crowd cheers as Murphy lands an impressive looking overhand right. Kakoullis doesn't seem phased though.
Murphy goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Murphy pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.#KD#
Kakoullis drops Murphy with a beautiful combination! Murphy stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Kakoullis is looking for the KO!#CUT#
That has opened up Cedric Murphy's cut even more.
Murphy throws a body shot but no joy.
Murphy throws a poor cross that misses
and Kakoullis scores with a counter punch that sends Murphy to the canvas! Kakoullis smells blood - he's punishing Murphy with more strikes and the ref has stopped it! Murphy has no idea where he is - he's tackled the ref... oh dear, poor guy, the crowd is in hysterics!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Sotiris Kakoullis!
Sotiris Kakoullis retains his light heavyweight title!
Sotiris Kakoullis thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: EVO 256: Hess vs Traylor
Date: Jul 16, 2016

#R1#
Seia has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis blocks the body kick.
Kakoullis looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Seia bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Kakoullis misses with a body punch
and Seia cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Kakoullis scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Seia doesn't seem bothered though.
Kakoullis has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Seia throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kakoullis sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Kakoullis lands a nice shot to the body.
Sotiris Kakoullis seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nice shot lands for Kakoullis.
Kakoullis throws an off balance right hand
and Seia counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CUT#
It looks like Sotiris Kakoullis has been cut.
Kakoullis throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Kakoullis cracks Seia with a good jab.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Seia misses with a body kick.
Kakoullis throws a front kick aimed at Seia's knee but Seia avoids it well.
Seia darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Seia punishes Kakoullis's body with a nice straight punch.
Seia throws a big shot that misses.
Kakoullis looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Seia lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Kakoullis throws a leg kick which misses Seia's front leg but catches the back leg as Seia tries to avoid it. #T1#
Seia lands with a nice body punch.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Kakoullis lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Seia has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Seia and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Seia lands with a shot to the body.
Kakoullis moves out of range as Seia throws a body kick.
Kakoullis only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Seia pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Kakoullis throws a leg kick but Seia sees it coming and moves out of range.
Kakoullis scores with a hook to the body. Seia takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
A swing and a miss from Seia.
Seia fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Kakoullis is out of range.
Seia throws a chopping leg kick but Kakoullis manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Seia chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Kakoullis throws an overhand right that lands on Seia's shoulder, as Seia tries to avoid the shot.
Kakoullis throws a body kick that misses
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Seia thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Kakoullis if he has to take too many more of those.
Kakoullis moves away from the strike by Seia.
Kakoullis misses with a low kick as Seia jumps back.
Kakoullis lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Kakoullis feints and then cracks Seia's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Seia down. #T2#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Seia takes a jab right on the kisser.
Seia misses with a body shot.
A countering left hand to the body from Kakoullis misses.
Kakoullis fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Seia checks it well.
Seia looks for the body kick but Kakoullis saw that one coming.
Seia backing away here, and Kakoullis unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Kakoullis feints and then cracks Seia's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Seia down.
Seia scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Kakoullis throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Kakoullis misses with a body shot.
Kakoullis swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Kakoullis misses the shot to the body.
Seia tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Seia tries to land a front kick but Kakoullis steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Kakoullis feints and then cracks Seia's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Seia down.
Kakoullis throws a body punch but Seia moves out of range.
Kakoullis throws a hook but Seia blocks it.
Seia fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Kakoullis is out of range.
Seia backing away here, and Kakoullis unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Kakoullis lands with a good body shot.#T3#
Kakoullis throws a low kick but Seia moves out of range easily.
Seia throws a low kick but it's checked well by Kakoullis.
Seia does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Seia tries to move into range but Kakoullis moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Seia avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Seia looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Seia throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kakoullis throws a leg kick but Seia moved away.
Seia moves out of range of the strikes.
Seia clobbers Kakoullis with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Kakoullis looks to score with a jab to the body but Seia is just out of range.
Kakoullis throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Seia throws a low kick, looking for Kakoullis's leg but Kakoullis calmly moves out of range.
Kakoullis throws a hook but Seia blocks it.
Kakoullis moves out of range as Seia throws a body kick.
Kakoullis swings for the body but Seia moves out of range.
Seia misses with a low kick. #T4#
Seia throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Seia throws a leg kick
and Kakoullis counters with a nice body kick.
Seia takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kakoullis cracks Seia with an open hand slap.
Kakoullis turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
A bone on bone clash there as Seia blocks the leg kick.
Seia is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Seia connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Kakoullis thows a body kick. Seia tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Kakoullis throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Seia swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kakoullis throws a body kick that misses
and Seia counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Seia lands a head shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kakoullis turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Kakoullis takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Kakoullis throws a sloppy head kick and Seia moves out of range easily.
Kakoullis throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Sotiris Kakoullis will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Sotiris Kakoullis's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
The fighters circling - Kakoullis throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Seia ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kakoullis moves away.
Seia slips under a jab.
Seia dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Kakoullis. That did some damage!
Kakoullis misses with a kick to the body.
Seia explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Kakoullis connects with a single shot there.
Kakoullis keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kakoullis looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Kakoullis lands with a good body shot.
Kakoullis tries to score with a low kick but Seia moves his leg out of the way.
Seia tries to score with a low kick but Kakoullis moves his leg out of the way.
Seia scores with a nice body kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A low kick from Kakoullis is predictable there
and Seia counters with a good low kick that Kakoullis was not able to check.
Kakoullis throws the kick towards the body but Seia avoids it.
Seia throws a jab but it's blocked by Kakoullis.
Seia thuds a left hand into Kakoullis's body.
Seia swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#T1#
Seia avoids the body shot from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis slips a straight right by Seia.
Kakoullis misses the shot to the body.
Kakoullis thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kakoullis misses with a series of wild punches.
Seia has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis avoids the body shot from Seia.
Crunch! Seia slams his shin into Kakoullis's torso.
Seia misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kakoullis.
Seia throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Seia throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Kakoullis scores with a shot to the body.
Kakoullis fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Seia manages to avoid it.
Kakoullis fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Seia is out of range.
Sotiris Kakoullis seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T2#
Kakoullis gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Kakoullis throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Kakoullis attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Kakoullis swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Seia.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A swing and a miss from Seia.
Seia takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Seia ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Seia cracks the inside of Kakoullis's front leg.
Seia on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Kakoullis scores with a body shot.
Kakoullis swings for the body but Seia moves out of range.
Kakoullis throws a nice outside leg kick.
Kakoullis takes one to the chin there.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kakoullis. Seia does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kakoullis thows a leg kick but Seia checks it
and Seia counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Kakoullis lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.#T3#
Kakoullis throws a body punch but Seia moves out of range.
A nice combination there by Kakoullis.
Seia throws a body punch but Kakoullis moves out of range.
Kakoullis throws out a counter right but Seia avoids it with no problem.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Seia connects with a leg kick. Kakoullis looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Kakoullis dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Seia. That did some damage!
Kakoullis misses with a looping left.
Kakoullis takes a swing at Seia's ribcage but misses.
Seia throwing a counter right hand but Kakoullis manages to avoid it.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Kakoullis lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Seia has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Seia and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Kakoullis takes one to the side of the head.
Kakoullis stuns Seia with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Seia does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Kakoullis is trying to counter with his kicks.
Seia fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kakoullis manages to avoid it.
The fighters circle momentarily. Kakoullis darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Kakoullis misses with an uppercut. Seia saw that one coming.
Kakoullis throws a push kick but Seia slaps the foot to one side.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Seia. #T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kakoullis throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
It looked like Seia wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Kakoullis pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Kakoullis tries to land a front kick but Seia steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Seia throws a shot to the body.
Seia throws a body kick that misses.
Kakoullis replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Seia blocks it well.
Kakoullis fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Seia takes a swing at Kakoullis's ribcage but misses.
Kakoullis takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Kakoullis plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Kakoullis takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Seia digs a good hook to Kakoullis's body.
Seia misses with a low kick.
Kakoullis gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Kakoullis looks to throw the jab but Seia is out of range.
Kakoullis scores with a head kick. Seia tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Seia misses with a leg kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Sotiris Kakoullis will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Sotiris Kakoullis's cut.
That's time! Seia's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R3#
Seia with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Kakoullis connects with a leg kick. Seia looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Seia scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Seia takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Kakoullis throws a hook but Seia blocks it.
Seia was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Seia lands a slapping body shot.
Seia connects with a crisp jab.
Seia checks a low kick from Kakoullis.
A clash of legs there as Kakoullis blocks the low kick.
Kakoullis is looking to score with low kicks.
Seia displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kakoullis throws out the jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kakoullis steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Seia.
Kakoullis throws a body kick that misses.
Kakoullis moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Kakoullis scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Seia doesn't seem bothered though.
Seia will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Seia misses with a body kick. #T1#
Kakoullis misses with a low kick.
Kakoullis feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Seia's calf.
Kakoullis blocks the body kick.
Seia lands a nice leg kick that just misses Kakoullis's sensitive parts.
Seia lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Kakoullis scores with a leg kick.
Kakoullis throws a body kick that misses.
As Kakoullis backs away, Seia returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Kakoullis misses with a leg kick
and Seia counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Seia misses with a looping right.
Seia fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Kakoullis throws a solid leg kick but Seia takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Kakoullis.
Kakoullis tries a head kick but it misses.
Crunch! Kakoullis slams his shin into Seia's torso.
Seia keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Kakoullis, as that shot connected.
Seia lands with a thumping leg kick. #T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kakoullis misses with an uppercut.
Seia moves out of range of the strikes.
Seia is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Kakoullis fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Seia manages to avoid it.
Seia is looking to counter with a body kick.
Kakoullis moves out of range as Seia strikes.
Seia fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Kakoullis misses with a hook to the body
and Seia connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Seia lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Kakoullis uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Seia.
Seia tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Kakoullis is able to avoid easily.
Kakoullis looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Seia wants to land a leg kick but Kakoullis is out of range.
Kakoullis lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Kakoullis lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Kakoullis throws a solid leg kick but Seia takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Kakoullis.
Kakoullis slips under a jab from Seia.
Kakoullis appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Kakoullis throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Seia sees it coming and avoids it easily.#T3#
Kakoullis pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Kakoullis gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Seia dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Kakoullis lands an overhand right.
An inside leg kick lands from Seia.
Kakoullis connects with a leg kick. Seia looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Kakoullis connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Seia's hands.
Seia's Muay Thai looks sharper than normal. He has obviously been working on it in the gym.
A punch lands to the side of Kakoullis 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Kakoullis misses with a leg kick.
Seia moves out of range of the body kick.
Kakoullis wants to land a leg kick but Seia is out of range.
Seia ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kakoullis moves away.
Seia misses with a kick to the body.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Seia checks a leg kick.
Kakoullis's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Seia connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Kakoullis scrambles back to his feet.#T4#
Kakoullis lands with a nice body kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kakoullis gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Seia makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Kakoullis throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Seia jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Kakoullis looks to throw a body kick
and Seia counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Seia's corner calls for a 1-2. Seia obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Kakoullis fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Seia is out of range.
Kakoullis uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Seia feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Kakoulliss jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
A head kick by Kakoullis misses
and Seia counters with a stiff right hand.
Kakoullis throws the left hand but Seia avoids the punch easily.
Seia fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Seia throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
A nice inside leg kick there by Kakoullis. That's going to slow Seia down.
Seia looks to land a left hand but Kakoullis moved out of range nicely.
Kakoullis is looking to score with low kicks.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but Kelemi Seia did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
The cut man is working on Sotiris Kakoullis's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R4#
Seia scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Seia keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Seia misses with a low kick.
Seia misses with a kick to the body.
Kakoullis cracks a nice hook into Seia's ribs.
Kakoullis feints and then cracks Seia's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Seia down.
Kakoullis misses with a looping left.
Kakoullis takes one on the chin but seems OK.
A clash of legs there as Kakoullis blocks the low kick.
Kakoullis misses with a few strikes there.
Seia throws a nice outside leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kakoullis scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Kakoullis wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Kakoullis checks a leg kick.
Seia misses with a wild body shot.
A swing and a miss from Kakoullis.#T1#
Seia blocks a head kick by Kakoullis.
Seia tried to counter with a leg kick but Kakoullis avoided it.
Kakoullis attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Kakoullis fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Seia.
Nice body kick there by Kakoullis.
A shot to the liver by Seia. Beautiful body shot.
A leg kick checked by Seia.
Seia swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kakoullis scoring well with a low kick there.
Seia scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Seia avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Kakoullis looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Seia gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Kakoullis keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kakoullis has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Seia lands a jab to Kakoullis's midsection.
Seia throws a leg kick but Kakoullis checks it. #T2#
Kakoullis cracks the inside of Seia's front leg.
Kakoullis jabs Seia to the body, keeping him at a distance.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Seia, right into the meat.
Kakoullis throws a head kick that misses.
Kakoullis fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Seia moves out of range of the body kick.
Kakoullis ducks under a wild hook from Seia.
A nice side step and Kakoullis releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Kakoullis pushes Seia away with a front kick.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Seia. Seia obviously looking to wear him down.
Seia walks into a jab.
Seia lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Kakoullis lands with a thumping leg kick.
Seia lands a nice looking kick to the body. Kakoullis takes a step back to recover.
Kakoullis misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too. #T3#
Kakoullis takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Kakoullis throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Seia's legs have taken a beating and he's really slowing down as a result.
Kakoullis with a jab.
Seia swings away with a body shot that misses
and Kakoullis counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Seia is looking to chop away at Kakoullis's legs.
A swing and a miss from Seia.
Seia throws a leg kick
and Kakoullis counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Seia just misses with a punch to the body.
Kakoullis connects with a good right hand that stumbles Seia. Seia circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Kakoullis lands a nice looking body shot.
Kakoullis misses the jab.
Kakoullis misses the jab.
Kakoullis keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Seia.
Kakoullis throws a quick inside leg kick.
Seia scores with a hook to the body. Kakoullis takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. #T4#
Seia checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kakoullis ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Seia moves away.
Kakoullis misses with an attempted mid kick.
Seia with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Kakoullis looks to throw a body kick
and Seia counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Seia thumps Kakoullis with a low kick.
The fighters circle momentarily. Seia darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Seia lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Kakoullis has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Kakoullis and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Seia tries to move into range but Kakoullis moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Kakoullis lands with a thumping leg kick.
Kakoullis cracks a nice hook into Seia's ribs.
Kakoullis throws a head kick but Seia moves out of range.
Seia throws a wild body kick that Kakoullis sees coming a mile off.
It seemed like Kakoullis was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Kakoullis uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Seia.
Kakoullis connects with a crisp jab.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sotiris Kakoullis dominated that fourth round.
The cut man is working on Sotiris Kakoullis's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R5#
Kakoullis getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Seia throws a jab but it's blocked by Kakoullis.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Kakoullis! But no joy.
Seia throws a chopping leg kick but Kakoullis manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Kakoullis has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Seia.
Seia throws a body shot but no joy.
Kakoullis appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Kakoullis scores with a body shot.
Kakoullis looks to land a right hand but Seia moved out of range.
Seia throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A jab lands there for Seia.
Kakoullis lands a body shot.
Seia misses with a wild body shot.
Kakoullis raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Seia misses with a right hand
and Kakoullis counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Both of our modern day gladiators look out of it here - a gruelling 5 rounds of action taking it's toll on them, no doubt.
Kakoullis connects with a solid leg kick.
Seia blocks a jab.
Kakoullis throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Kakoullis misses with a lunging right hand
and Seia connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T1#
Kakoullis moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Kakoullis connects with a body shot that sends Seia's belly button to the back.
Seia scores with a hook.
Both fighters circling a little - Kakoullis finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Kakoullis throws a leg kick
and Seia makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Kakoullis really felt that one!
Kakoullis moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Kakoullis pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Kakoullis misses with a wild body shot.
Seia lands with an uppercut that bounces Kakoullis off the cage and back into range.
Seia gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Kakoullis counters with a leg kick.
Seia needs to keep his hands up - Kakoullis had a free shot at his head there.
Good work by Seia as he checks the leg kick.
Seia takes a body punch but keeps moving.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kakoullis connects with a nice looking jab.
Seia lands a nice hook to Kakoullis's body. Kakoullis takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Kelemi Seia has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Sotiris Kakoullis is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Kakoullis lands a slapping body shot.
Kakoullis blocks a leg kick.
Seia throws a leg kick but Kakoullis sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Kakoullis throws a solid leg kick but Seia takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Kakoullis.
Kakoullis gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Seia.
Seia staying out of range there.
Kakoullis scores with a decent looking hook.
Seia throws an off balance right hand
and Kakoullis counters with a slapping leg kick.
An inside leg kick from Kakoullis misses.
Seia takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
A looping hook to the body misses from Seia. Kakoullis does a little dance to reset his feet.
Seia tries to score with a low kick but Kakoullis moves his leg out of the way.
Kakoullis stuns Seia with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Good leg kick by Kakoullis there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Some bone on bone action there as Kakoullis checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Kakoullis doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.#T3#
Kakoullis slips under a jab.
Kakoullis fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Seia looks to land a body kick but Kakoullis moved away.
Kakoullis moves away from the strike by Seia.
Seia misses with a leg kick.
Kakoullis looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Seia misses with a low kick as Kakoullis jumps back.
An inside leg kick from Seia misses.
Kakoullis looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Seia walks into a jab.
Kakoullis scores with a nice body kick.
Seia moves forwards but Kakoullis connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Kakoullis throws a push kick but Seia slaps the foot to one side.
Seia drops his hands momentarily and Kakoullis takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Kakoullis tries a head kick but it misses.
Seia throws a shot from downtown. Kakoullis moves away and avoids it.
Kakoullis paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.#T4#
Kakoullis avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Kakoullis cracks Seia with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kakoullis takes a jab right on the kisser.
Seia tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kakoullis was well out of range. Poor timing from Seia.
Kakoullis cracks Seia with a good jab.
Kakoullis avoids the body shot from Seia.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Kakoullis, right into the meat.
A low kick from Seia misses
and Kakoullis connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Seia throws a head kick that misses.
Seia throws a leg kick that is checked
and Kakoullis counters with a slapping leg kick.
Kakoullis lands a body shot.
Kakoullis blocks a leg kick.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Kakoullis - that will leave a mark!
Kakoullis checks a leg kick.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Kakoullis! But no joy.
Some bone on bone action there as Kakoullis checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.

And that's the end of the fight!
Sotiris Kakoullis comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Kakoullis has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 46:49
Judge William Gold scores the fight 46:49
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 46:49

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sotiris Kakoullis!
Sotiris Kakoullis is the new light heavyweight champion!
Our winner, Sotiris Kakoullis, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

Event: EVO 252: Kakoullis vs Gage
Date: Jun 29, 2016

#R1#
A big right from Gage misses.
Kakoullis looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Kakoullis is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Kakoullis throws a front kick aimed at Gage's knee but Gage avoids it well.
Kakoullis scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Kakoullis ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Gage moves away.
Gage looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Kakoullis moves out of range as Gage throws a body kick.
Gage misses with a straight left.
Kakoullis blocks a jab.
Kakoullis appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Jab from Gage.
Gage misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Gage scores with a kick to the body.
Gage's coach down at Globo Gym was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Gage's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
A big right from Gage misses.
Gage uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Gage. Gage obviously looking to wear him down.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Gage swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kakoullis just misses with a punch to the body.
Gage lands a jab to Kakoullis's midsection.#T1#
Kakoullis throws the kick towards the body but Gage avoids it.
Kakoullis misses with a body shot.
Gage appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Kakoullis checks a leg kick.
Gage slips a jab from Kakoullis.
Gage throws a sloppy head kick and Kakoullis moves out of range easily.
Sotiris Kakoullis seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kakoullis throws a leg kick
and Gage counters with a low kick, right behind Kakoullis 's knee.
Gage's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Kakoullis connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Gage scrambles back to his feet.
Kakoullis pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Gage fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kakoullis manages to avoid it.
Kakoullis moves out of range of the strikes.
Kakoullis connects with an inside leg kick.
Kakoullis has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Gym Beam in the buildup to the fight.
Kakoullis checks the leg kick.
Gage fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Kakoullis looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Kakoullis slips a jab from Gage.
Kakoullis throwing a counter right hand but Gage manages to avoid it.
Kakoullis fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Kakoullis throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kakoullis slips under a jab.
Kakoullis thows a left - swing and a miss! #T2#
A slapping leg kick lands for Gage.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Gage is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Kakoullis lands a front kick.
Gage scores with a kick to the body.
Gage tried to score with a low kick but Kakoullis checks it.
Gage fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Kakoullis checks it well.
Kakoullis is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Gage throws a leg kick which misses Kakoullis's front leg but catches the back leg as Kakoullis tries to avoid it.
Kakoullis looks to land a right hand but Gage moved out of range.
Gage ducks under a wild hook from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis throws a head kick that misses.
A jab from Gage misses.
Gage dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Kakoullis throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A countering left hand to the body from Gage misses.
Kakoullis slips under a jab.
Gage rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Kakoullis counters with a good, hard body kick but Gage shrugs it off.
Gage swings for the body but Kakoullis moves out of range.
Kakoullis throws a chopping leg kick but Gage manages to avoid taking any serious damage.#T3#
Kakoullis scores with a kick to the midsection.
Kakoullis takes a swing at Gage's ribcage but misses.
Kakoullis connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Kakoullis lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Kakoullis throws a front kick that sends Gage stumbling back into the cage.
Kakoullis tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Gage was well out of range. Poor timing from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Gage appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Gage doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Gage uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kakoullis.
A countering left hand to the body from Gage misses.
Kakoullis misses with a body shot.
Kakoullis misses with a kick to the body.
Gage looks to land a body kick but Kakoullis moved away.
Gage punishes Kakoullis's body with a nice straight punch.
Kakoullis gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Gage counters with a thumping low kick.
Gage lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nice uppercut lands for Gage. That snapped Kakoullis's head back.
Gage takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there. #T4#
Gage on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Gage does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Kakoullis avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Kakoullis is looking to counter with head kicks.
Kakoullis throws a sloppy head kick and Gage moves out of range easily.
Kakoullis misses with a body shot.
Kakoullis keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kakoullis getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Kakoullis will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Gage was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Gage blocks a jab.
Gage misses with a low kick.
Nice defenses there by Kakoullis.
Gage with a body punch. A glancing blow.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Gage throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Gage throws a body shot but no joy.
Gage misses with a kick to the body.
Kakoullis looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Gage throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Kakoullis counters with a nice body kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Joe Gage will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Kakoullis blocks a jab.
Kakoullis fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Gage manages to avoid it.
Gage looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Gage moves out of range of the body kick.
A jab from Gage misses.
Gage has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Kakoullis finds it's way round the side to connect with Gage's head.
Kakoullis feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Gage's calf.
Gage scores with a head kick. #CUT2#
It looks like Sotiris Kakoullis has been cut.
Gage throws a body kick that misses.
Gage throws the left hand but Kakoullis avoids the punch easily.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Gage crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Kakoullis - the referee stops the clock and Gage gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Kakoullis. Gage manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Gage lands a head kick. Kakoullis smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Kakoullis lands a leg kick that knocks Gage off balance momentarily.
Gage misses with a body shot.
Kakoullis throwing a counter right hand but Gage manages to avoid it.
Gage misses with a wild body shot.
Kakoullis chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Gage takes a swing at Kakoullis's ribcage but misses.
The fighters circle momentarily. Gage darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Gage jabbing away but nothing is landing. #T1#
Kakoullis with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Kakoullis thuds a left hand into Gage's body.
Kakoullis looks to land a body kick but Gage moved away.
Gage chopping away at his opponent's legs.
A chopping leg kick lands by Kakoullis.
Gage wants to slow Kakoullis down by chopping away at his legs.
An attempted straight right counter from Kakoullis misses the target.
Kakoullis moves out of range as Gage strikes.
Kakoullis jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Gage throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Gage misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Kakoullis moves away from the strike by Gage.
Gage slips under a jab.
Kakoullis throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kakoullis tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Kakoullis on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Kakoullis throws a wild body kick that Gage sees coming a mile off.
A looping hook to the body misses from Gage. Kakoullis does a little dance to reset his feet.
Gage misses with an uppercut. #T2#
Gage throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Gage misses with a body shot.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Gage sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Gage takes a kick to the side of the head.
Kakoullis goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Gage throws a shot from downtown. Kakoullis moves away and avoids it.
Kakoullis bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Gage's head.
Kakoullis moves out of range of the body kick from Gage.
Kakoullis appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
A punch lands to the side of Kakoullis 's head but he takes it in his stride.
A slow jab from Gage misses its intended target.
Kakoullis slips a jab from Gage.
Kakoullis tries to bum rush Gage with a series of wild strikes but Gage uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Gage looks to throw the jab but Kakoullis is out of range.
Kakoullis thinks about countering with a head kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Gage. Kakoullis does a little dance to reset his feet.
Gage tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kakoullis was well out of range. Poor timing from Gage.
Joe Gage seems to be getting the better of the standup.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Gage cracks the inside of Kakoullis's front leg.
Kakoullis throws a quick inside leg kick. #T3#
Kakoullis lands a nice shot to the body.
Gage throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Kakoullis throws a big counter combination but Gage scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Gage tries a low kick but Kakoullis avoids it.
Kakoullis connects with a good right hand that stumbles Gage. Gage circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Gage throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Kakoullis counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Gage ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kakoullis moves away.
Kakoullis feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Gage's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
A low kick from Gage is predictable there
and Kakoullis connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Kakoullis scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Gage doesn't seem bothered though.
Gage dodges the punch combination from Kakoullis.
Gage looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Nice straight punches there by Kakoullis. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Kakoullis.
Kakoullis throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Gage tries a head kick but it misses.
Kakoullis misses with a body shot.
Gage pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #T4#
A good leg kick by Gage.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kakoullis slips a jab from Gage.
Gage takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Gage throws a hook but Kakoullis blocks it.
Kakoullis looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Crunch! Kakoullis slams his shin into Gage's torso.
Gage slips a jab and a cross from Kakoullis.
Gage throws out a leg kick but Kakoullis moves out of range and Gage only half commits.
Gage sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Gage has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis connects with a looping right hand.
Gage takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Gage is breathing heavily.
Kakoullis keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Kakoullis.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kakoullis misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Kakoullis misses the shot to the body.
Kakoullis lands a right hook to the body.
Gage checks a low kick from Kakoullis.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sotiris Kakoullis dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Sotiris Kakoullis's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R3#
Gage moves out of range of the leg kick from Kakoullis.
Gage thows a leg kick but Kakoullis checks it
and Kakoullis counters with a good, hard body kick but Gage shrugs it off.
Kakoullis checks a low kick from Gage.
Kakoullis steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Gage.
Kakoullis scores with a decent looking hook.
Nice body kick from Kakoullis.
Gage misses with an uppercut.
Kakoullis half committed to a counter leg kick.
Gage moves out of range as Kakoullis throws a body kick.
Gage uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kakoullis.
And Gage responds with a good body kick, but Kakoullis manages to step out the way in time.
Kakoullis throws a shot from downtown. Gage moves away and avoids it.
Kakoullis misses with a head kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kakoullis keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kakoullis misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Kakoullis throws the kick towards the body but Gage avoids it.
Gage swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Gage turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Kakoullis looks to land a body kick but Gage moved away.
Kakoullis is looking to land body kicks.#T1#
Gage throws a looping overhand right but Kakoullis ducks down to avoid it.
Kakoullis tries to work over Gage's front leg with a kick but Gage checks it.
Kakoullis misses with a head kick.
Gage throws a low kick but it's checked well by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis is looking for a counter combo.
Gage misses with a straight right.
The fighters circling - Gage throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Crunch! Gage slams his shin into Kakoullis's torso.
Gage is looking to land body kicks.
Gage throws a sloppy head kick and Kakoullis moves out of range easily.
Gage on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Kakoullis. Kakoullis obviously looking to wear him down.
Kakoullis lands a head kick!
Kakoullis throws a leg kick but Gage sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Gage wants to slow Kakoullis down by chopping away at his legs.
Gage on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Gage throws a hook but Kakoullis blocks it.
Kakoullis throws a body kick that digs right into the meat. #T2#
Kakoullis throws a head kick but Gage moves out of range.
Kakoullis clobbers Gage with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
The fighters circle momentarily. Kakoullis darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Gage is looking to land body kicks.
Kakoullis connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Kakoullis feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Gage's calf.
Gage misses with a hook.
Gage digs a good hook to Kakoullis's body.
Gage moves into range and connects with a jab.
Kakoullis jabs Gage right on the nose. Gage blinks but takes it well.
Gage missing with a left hand there. Kakoullis was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Gage takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Gage takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Kakoullis lands with a right hand.
Kakoullis uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Gage.
Kakoullis explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.#T3#
Gage throws a low kick but it's checked well by Kakoullis.
A looping hook to the body misses from Gage. Kakoullis does a little dance to reset his feet.
Gage misses with a looping left.
Gage throws a solid leg kick but Kakoullis takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Gage.
A punch lands to the side of Kakoullis 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Gage lands a head shot.
Kakoullis looking to land some kicks to the body here.
A thudding body kick lands there by Kakoullis!
Kakoullis misses with a body kick.
Kakoullis lands a nice looking kick to the body. Gage takes a step back to recover.
Gage lands with a nice body punch.
Kakoullis lands a lovely overhand right.
Gage throws a front kick aimed at Kakoullis's knee but Kakoullis avoids it well.
Gage misses with a straight right.
Kakoullis lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Kakoullis looking to land some kicks to the body here. #T4#
Gage misses with a kick to the body
and Kakoullis counters with a slapping leg kick.
Kakoullis misses with a body kick.
Kakoullis stuns Gage with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kakoullis lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Gage moves out of range of the body kick.
Gage looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Gage tries a low kick but Kakoullis avoids it.
Kakoullis misses with a leg kick.
Kakoullis backing away here, and Gage unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Gage tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kakoullis was well out of range. Poor timing from Gage.
Gage gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Kakoullis.
Gage feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Kakoullis's calf.
Gage has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Kakoullis motions for Gage to come forward. Kakoullis throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
It seemed like Gage was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Kakoullis throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Kakoullis takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Gage misses with a head kick.
A big right from Gage misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sotiris Kakoullis clearly takes that round.
The cut man is working on Sotiris Kakoullis's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R4#
Kakoullis pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Kakoullis bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Kakoullis scoring well with a low kick there.
Kakoullis lands a nice looking kick to the body. Gage takes a step back to recover.
Kakoullis checks the leg kick nicely there.
Kakoullis is looking to slow Gage down with leg kicks.
Kakoullis ducks under a wild hook from Gage.
Kakoullis half committed to a counter leg kick.
Jab by Kakoullis.
Gage stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Kakoullis checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Gage swings for the body but Kakoullis moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gage avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Gage misses with a looping left.
Kakoullis goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Gage misses the shot to the body.
Kakoullis throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. #T1#
Gage throws a hook to the side of Kakoullis's head but Kakoullis sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kakoullis fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Gage.
Jab from Kakoullis.
Gage throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Kakoullis misses with a body kick.
Gage throws a sloppy head kick
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with eachother but Gage might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Kakoullis has got the better of the exchanges.
Kakoullis scores with a spinning back kick!
Gage feints and then cracks Kakoullis's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Kakoullis down.
Kakoullis works Gage's body with a nice hook.
Gage throws a hook to the side of Kakoullis's head but Kakoullis sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A slapping body kick lands there for Gage.
Kakoullis throws a nice inside leg kick.
Kakoullis misses with an uppercut. Gage saw that one coming.
Kakoullis connects with a looping right hand.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kakoullis connects with a crisp jab.
Nice body kick there by Gage.#T2#
Gage moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Gage throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Kakoullis changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Kakoullis looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Kakoullis darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Kakoullis throws a nice head kick!
Kakoullis lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Kakoullis blocks a jab.
Nice jab there from Kakoullis.
Gage fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kakoullis manages to avoid it.
Kakoullis scores with a body shot.
Gage pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
A solid leg kick lands there for Gage.
Kakoullis lands a jab.
Kakoullis displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Gage throws out the jab. #T3#
Kakoullis looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Gage throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kakoullis misses the jab.
Kakoullis cracks a nice hook into Gage's ribs.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Gage, right into the meat.
Gage misses with a head kick.
Gage throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Gage connects with a leg kick. Kakoullis looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Gage motions for Kakoullis to come forward. Gage throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
A left lands for Kakoullis.
Kakoullis fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Gage manages to avoid it.
Kakoullis scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Kakoullis lands with a good body shot.
Kakoullis looks to land a body kick but Gage moved away.
Gage throws a head kick that misses. #T4#
Gage scores with a nice right hand.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Gage lands a leg kick that knocks Kakoullis off balance momentarily.
Kakoullis scores with a kick to the midsection.
Gage looks to land a right hand but Kakoullis moved out of range.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Gage.
Kakoullis takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Kakoullis throws a sloppy head kick and Gage moves out of range easily.
Gage looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Gage chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Kakoullis is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Gage can do to turn this around?
Gage avoids the body shot from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Gage throws out a loose jab but Kakoullis uses good head movement to avoid it.
Gage connects with a nice looking jab.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Gage ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kakoullis avoids the body shot from Gage.
Donk. Kakoullis catches Gage right on the button with a cross.
Gage throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sotiris Kakoullis had his way with Joe Gage in that round.
The cut man is working on Sotiris Kakoullis's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R5#
A cross from Kakoullis lands.
Gage throws a low kick but it's checked well by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Kakoullis ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kakoullis tries to work over Gage's front leg with a kick but Gage checks it.
Kakoullis works Gage's body with a nice hook.
Gage buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Nice body kick from Kakoullis.
Gage lands with a shot to the body.
Kakoullis moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Kakoullis tries to land a front kick but Gage steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gage throws a wild body kick that Kakoullis sees coming a mile off.
Gage swings for the body but Kakoullis moves out of range.
Kakoullis misses with an attempted mid kick.
Some bone on bone action there as Kakoullis checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Kakoullis swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Gage takes one to the chin there.#T1#
A lazy body kick from Kakoullis
and Gage counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Kakoullis avoids the body shot from Gage.
Kakoullis throws a low kick, looking for Gage's leg but Gage calmly moves out of range.
Kakoullis throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Gage scores with a jab. Kakoullis acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Kakoullis thumps Gage with a low kick.
Kakoullis digs a good hook to Gage's body.
Kakoullis lets loose with a powerful body kick. Gage will feel that in the morning.
A telegraphed right hand from Gage misses the target.
Gage throws a leg kick but Kakoullis sees it coming and moves out of range.
Kakoullis looks for the body kick but Gage saw that one coming.
Gage fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Kakoullis has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Kakoullis waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Gage.
A low kick from Kakoullis is predictable there
and Gage counters with a left to the body.
Gage misses with a looping left.
Sotiris Kakoullis is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Kakoullis uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Gage.
Kakoullis connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kakoullis looks to land a body kick but Gage moved away.
Gage misses with a low kick.
Kakoullis lands with a hook. Gage tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Gage misses with a body shot.
Gage looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Kakoullis misses with a straight right.
Gage finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Kakoullis bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Gage walks into a straight right hand from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis throws a body punch but Gage moves out of range.
A jab from Gage misses.
Kakoullis avoids the head kick by Gage.
Nice body punch from Gage.
Kakoullis misses with a kick to the body. #T3#
Kakoullis lands a slapping body shot.
A head kick misses from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis lands with a shot to the body.
Kakoullis throws a push kick but Gage slaps the foot to one side.
Gage throws a leg kick but Kakoullis sees it coming and checks it nicely.
A quick step to the side and Kakoullis tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kakoullis misses with a wild body shot.
Kakoullis throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Gage on the side of the head.
Kakoullis throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Gage avoids the head kick by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Kakoullis keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kakoullis connects with the punch.
A jab from Kakoullis misses.
Joe Gage has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Kakoullis avoids the body shot from Gage.
Gage throws a low kick but Kakoullis moves out of range easily. #T4#
Gage misses the jab.
Kakoullis throws a wild body kick that Gage sees coming a mile off.
Gage tries a quick counter leg kick but Kakoullis is wise to it.
Kakoullis gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Gage.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Gage with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Kakoullis to score with a decent uppercut.
Gage tried to score with a low kick but Kakoullis checks it.
A decent looking cross lands there for Kakoullis.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Gage.
Kakoullis scores with a punch to the head.
Kakoullis blocks a jab.
Kakoullis ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kakoullis moves away from the strike by Gage.
Gage blocks the body kick.
Kakoullis ducks under a wild hook from Gage.
Kakoullis looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Gage swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Kakoullis keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Kakoullis looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.

And that's the end of the fight!
Sotiris Kakoullis showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Kakoullis has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 50:46
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 49:46
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 49:46

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sotiris Kakoullis!
Sotiris Kakoullis thanked the fans post fight for their support.
Joe Gage spoke after the fight, saying 'fuck'.

Event: EVO 246: Hess vs Turpin
Date: May 28, 2016

#R1#
Renato moves out of range of the leg kick from Kakoullis.
Renato will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Renato misses with an uppercut. Kakoullis saw that one coming.
Kakoullis checks a low kick from Renato.
Kakoullis pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Kakoullis moves away from the strike by Renato.
Renato keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kakoullis.
An inside leg kick from Renato misses.
Renato lands a nice leg kick that just misses Kakoullis's sensitive parts.
A cross from Kakoullis lands.
Kakoullis takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Kakoullis ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Renato moves away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The fighters circling - Kakoullis throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kakoullis digs a good hook to Renato's body.
Kakoullis looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
A big left from Renato misses.
Renato dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Kakoullis. That did some damage!
Renato swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Kakoullis counters with a good low kick that Renato was not able to check.
Renato tries to work over Kakoullis's front leg with a kick but Kakoullis checks it. #T1#
A looping hook to the body misses from Kakoullis. Renato does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kakoullis tries to work over Renato's front leg with a kick but Renato checks it.
Kakoullis throws a front kick that sends Renato stumbling back into the cage.
Kakoullis scores with a spinning back kick!
Kakoullis tests Renato's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Renato loads up on a big right hand but Kakoullis slips the punch.
A big left from Renato misses.
Nice body punch from Kakoullis.
Renato keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kakoullis misses with a wild body shot.
And Renato responds with a good body kick, but Kakoullis manages to step out the way in time.
Kakoullis checks a leg kick nicely.
Renato takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Kakoullis throws a nice inside leg kick.
Kakoullis pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Sotiris Kakoullis seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kakoullis lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Renato swings widly with a right hand
and Kakoullis counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Renato thinking.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Renato throws an overhand right that lands on Kakoullis's shoulder, as Kakoullis tries to avoid the shot. #T2#
Renato chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Kakoullis moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Kakoullis throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Renato loads up on a big right hand but Kakoullis slips the punch.
Nice shot lands for Kakoullis.
Kakoullis with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Renato lands a leg kick that knocks Kakoullis off balance momentarily.
Renato throws a chopping leg kick but Kakoullis manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Renato crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Kakoullis - the referee stops the clock and Renato gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Kakoullis. Renato manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Renato throws a jab when Kakoullis was well out of range.
Kakoullis thows a body kick. Renato tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Renato shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Renato lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Kakoullis has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Kakoullis and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Kakoullis moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Kakoullis swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Kakoullis checks the leg kick nicely there.
Kakoullis fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.#T3#
Kakoullis throws a leg kick which misses Renato's front leg but catches the back leg as Renato tries to avoid it.
Renato misses with an uppercut. Kakoullis saw that one coming.
Renato has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis lands a leg kick that knocks Renato off balance momentarily.
Good standup being displayed there by Kakoullis as he connects with a hook.
A thudding body kick lands there by Kakoullis!
Renato attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Renato moves out of range of the body kick.
Renato let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Kakoullis throws a poor cross that misses
and Renato counters with a nice body shot.
Renato lands a leg kick that knocks Kakoullis off balance momentarily.
Kakoullis scores with a push kick.
Renato scores with a body shot.
Renato takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kakoullis throws a solid leg kick but Renato takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Kakoullis.
Renato with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Kakoullis to score with a decent uppercut.
Kakoullis is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Renato slips a straight right by Kakoullis.#T4#
Renato lands a nice shot to the body.
Kakoullis uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Renato.
Renato has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Kakoullis.
Renato throws a wild body kick that Kakoullis sees coming a mile off.
A good leg kick by Renato.
Renato throws a wild body kick that Kakoullis sees coming a mile off.
Kakoullis scores with a push kick.
Renato connects with a crisp jab.
Kakoullis throws a right and a left that Renato avoids nicely.
Renato closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Kakoullis blocks a low kick nicely.
Renato swings away with a body shot that misses
and Kakoullis counters with an inside leg kick.
Kakoullis lands with a hook. Renato tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kakoullis takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Kakoullis lands a jab-cross combination.
Kakoullis bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Kakoullis avoids the body shot from Renato.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sotiris Kakoullis dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Renato throws a leg kick
and Kakoullis cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with eachother but Renato might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Kakoullis has got the better of the exchanges.
Renato lands a nice looking body shot.
Kakoullis checks a leg kick.
Renato throws a body shot but no joy.
Kakoullis does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Kakoullis takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.#CUT2#
It looks like Sotiris Kakoullis has been cut.
Renato misses with a kick to the body.
Renato takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Kakoullis connects with a leg kick. Renato looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
A head kick misses from Kakoullis.
Renato throws a leg kick but Kakoullis sees it coming and moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Renato swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis misses with a looping left.
Renato throws a leg kick that misses.
Renato moves out of range as Kakoullis throws a body kick.
Renato has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Kakoullis.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kakoullis throws a low kick but Renato avoids it.#T1#
A clash of legs there as Renato blocks the low kick.
Kakoullis connects with a jab.
Kakoullis is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Renato can do to turn this around?
Renato pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Renato on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Kakoullis cracks Renato with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Kakoullis scores with a spinning back kick!
Renato takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Kakoullis lands a nice shot to the body.
Renato lands with a thumping leg kick.
Kakoullis scores with a jab to the head.
Renato staying out of range there.
Renato blocks the body kick.
Renato misses with a hook.
Kakoullis ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Renato moves away.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Renato moves into range and connects with a jab. #T2#
Renato throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis throws a push kick but Renato slaps the foot to one side.
Renato keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kakoullis throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Renato's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Renato looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Renato fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Kakoullis checks it well.
Renato goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Sotiris Kakoullis is winning the standup battle so far.
Renato is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Renato jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kakoullis misses with a series of wild punches.
Kakoullis motions for Renato to come forward. Kakoullis throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Renato takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Renato avoids a kick to the body.
Renato moves out of range as Kakoullis strikes.#T3#
Renato throws a predictable looking body shot
and Kakoullis counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Kakoullis.
A low kick from Renato is predictable there
letting Kakoullis counter with a right hand.
Renato misses with a straight left.
Kakoullis throws a big counter combination but Renato scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
A shot to the body from Kakoullis misses
and Renato counters with a slapping leg kick.
A thudding body kick lands there by Kakoullis!
Renato connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Renato uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kakoullis.
Renato takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Renato needs to keep his hands up - Kakoullis had a free shot at his head there.
Renato takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Renato lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Kakoullis throws a hook but Renato blocks it.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Renato connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Kakoullis ducks under a wild hook from Renato.#T4#
Kakoullis misses with a looping left.
Renato looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Renato bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Some bone on bone action there as Renato checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
A shot to the liver by Renato. Beautiful body shot.
Kakoullis connects with an inside leg kick.
Kakoullis throws a big shot that misses.
Renato lands with a thumping leg kick.
Renato misses with a leg kick.
Renato misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kakoullis.
Renato has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Renato digs a good body shot into Kakoullis's ribs.
Kakoullis chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Kakoullis checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Renato fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kakoullis manages to avoid it.
Kakoullis lands with a kick to the ribs.
Kakoullis dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Renato. That did some damage!
Renato misses with a looping right.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sotiris Kakoullis dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Sotiris Kakoullis's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R3#
Renato swings widly with a right hand
and Kakoullis counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Renato walks forward, straight into a front kick from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis throws a leg kick which misses Renato's front leg but catches the back leg as Renato tries to avoid it.
Kakoullis ducks under a wild hook from Renato.
Renato takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Kakoullis wants to land a leg kick but Renato is out of range.
Kakoullis misses with a body shot.
Renato misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kakoullis.
Renato walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Kakoullis checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Kakoullis half committed to a counter leg kick.
Renato ducks under a wild hook from Kakoullis.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Renato! But no joy.
Kakoullis scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kakoullis takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Renato throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Kakoullis throws a leg kick but Renato checks it.
Kakoullis tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Renato tries a head kick but it misses. #T1#
Renato thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Kakoullis if he has to take too many more of those.
Kakoullis throws an overhand right that lands on Renato's shoulder, as Renato tries to avoid the shot.
Renato throws a leg kick which misses Kakoullis's front leg but catches the back leg as Kakoullis tries to avoid it.
Kakoullis lands a nice leg kick that just misses Renato's sensitive parts.
Renato bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Kakoullis throws the kick towards the body but Renato avoids it.
Renato looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis lands a front kick.
Kakoullis blocks a leg kick.
Kakoullis misses with a body shot
and Renato counters with a nice body shot.
Renato checks a low kick from Kakoullis.
Renato misses the shot to the body.
Kakoullis throws a low kick, looking for Renato's leg but Renato calmly moves out of range.
Renato misses with a wild body shot.
A low kick from Kakoullis misses
and Renato counters with a nice low kick that buckles Kakoullis's knee momentarily.#T2#
Kakoullis uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
A cross from Kakoullis lands.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Renato misses with a leg kick.
A nice inside leg kick there by Kakoullis. That's going to slow Renato down.
Renato connects with a nice looking jab.
Renato lands with a thumping leg kick.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Kakoullis checks a leg kick.
Kakoullis looks to land a left hand but Renato moved out of range nicely.
Kakoullis throws out a loose jab but Renato uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kakoullis uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Renato.
Renato throws a body kick that misses.
Renato blocks a low kick nicely.
Kakoullis connects with a body shot that sends Renato's belly button to the back.
Nice body kick from Kakoullis.
A solid leg kick lands there for Kakoullis. #T3#
A bone on bone clash there as Kakoullis blocks the leg kick.
Renato throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Renato takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Kakoullis checks the leg kick.
Renato on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Kakoullis looks to land a right hand but Renato moved out of range.
Renato is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.
Kakoullis throws a leg kick which misses Renato's front leg but catches the back leg as Renato tries to avoid it.
Renato takes a swing at Kakoullis's ribcage but misses.
Kakoullis is looking to counter punch.
Renato throws a low kick but Kakoullis avoids it.
Renato moves out of range of the body kick.
Kakoullis works Renato's body with a nice hook.
Renato uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kakoullis.
Despite the aggression on Renato's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Renato works the jab nicely.
Kakoullis lands with a nice body punch.
A jab from Renato misses.
Kakoullis lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range. #T4#
Kakoullis looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Renato pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
A good leg kick by Renato.
Kakoullis throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Renato counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kakoullis. Renato does a little dance to reset his feet.
Renato throws a right and a left that Kakoullis avoids nicely.
Kakoullis throws the kick towards the body but Renato avoids it.
Renato jabs Kakoullis right on the nose. Kakoullis blinks but takes it well.
Renato checks the leg kick nicely there.
Renato takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
A jab from Kakoullis misses.
Renato catches Kakoullis with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Kakoullis gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Renato uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Kakoullis has time to react.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but Sotiris Kakoullis did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
The cut man is working on Sotiris Kakoullis's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R4#
Renato on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Kakoullis darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Renato misses with a body kick.
Kakoullis jabs Renato to the body, keeping him at a distance.
An inside leg kick lands from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis staying out of range there.
Kakoullis on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Kakoullis takes one to the side of the head.
Renato lands a nice leg kick that just misses Kakoullis's sensitive parts.
Kakoullis feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Renato's calf.
Renato misses with a low kick as Kakoullis jumps back.
Kakoullis lets loose with a powerful body kick. Renato will feel that in the morning.
Kakoullis throws a nice outside leg kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Renato throws a low kick but it's checked well by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.#T1#
Renato keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Renato.
Renato will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Renato on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Kakoullis. Kakoullis obviously looking to wear him down.
Renato missing with a left hand there. Kakoullis was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Renato checks the leg kick.
Kakoullis throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Renato scores with a leg kick.
Kakoullis looks for the body kick but Renato saw that one coming.
Kakoullis throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Renato.
Renato connects with a right hand. Kakoullis shakes it off.
Kakoullis is looking to slow Renato down with leg kicks.
Kakoullis is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight. #T2#
Kakoullis misses with a low kick.
A slapping body kick lands there for Kakoullis.
Renato keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kakoullis throws a shot to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kakoullis misses with an uppercut
and Renato makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Kakoullis cracks the inside of Renato's front leg.
Kakoullis closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Kakoullis plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Kakoullis doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Kakoullis throws a jab but it's blocked by Renato.
Renato lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Renato walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Kakoullis checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Renato blocks the body kick.
Renato avoids the head kick by Kakoullis.
Renato throws out a counter right but Kakoullis avoids it with no problem.
Kakoullis misses with a wild body shot. #T3#
Renato misses the jab.
Kakoullis takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Kakoullis swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kakoullis throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Kakoullis checks a low kick from Renato.
Renato connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Kakoullis doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Renato throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Renato throws a lazy uppercut
and Kakoullis counters with a straight right hand.
Renato lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Kakoullis throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis misses with a leg kick
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Renato moves out of range of the body kick from Kakoullis. #T4#
Kakoullis connects with a good right hand that stumbles Renato. Renato circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Renato avoids a kick to the body.
Kakoullis misses with the body kick
and Kakoullis takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Renato is looking to slow Kakoullis down with leg kicks.
Kakoullis misses the jab.
Renato lands an overhand right.
Renato tries to move into range but Kakoullis moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Renato ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kakoullis moves away.
Renato lands a head shot.
Renato throws a nice outside leg kick.
Renato has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Kakoullis.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis is looking to slow Renato down with leg kicks.
Renato tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Renato looks to land a right hand but Kakoullis moved out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close fourth round but I would say that Sotiris Kakoullis will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Sotiris Kakoullis's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R5#
Kakoullis throws a one two combo.
A low kick from Kakoullis misses
and Renato counters with a solid body kick.
Renato scores with a leg kick.
Renato sizes up Kakoullis with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Renato scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Kakoullis doesn't seem bothered though.
Kakoullis misses with a body kick.
Kakoullis misses with a hook. Renato ducked under it nicely.
Kakoullis throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Kakoullis looks to throw a body kick
and Renato counters with a straight right hand.
Kakoullis tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Kakoullis checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Kakoullis moves out of range of the body kick from Renato.
Kakoullis appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Renato throws a leg kick but Kakoullis checks it.
Renato has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Renato there as he acknowledges the shot.
Kakoullis slips a straight right by Renato.#T1#
Kakoullis looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Renato looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Kakoullis throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Renato scores with a leg kick.
Renato stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Kakoullis throws a solid leg kick but Renato takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Kakoullis.
A countering left hand to the body from Renato misses.
Kakoullis keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Renato throws a push kick but Kakoullis slaps the foot to one side.
Renato takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
A solid leg kick lands there for Renato.
The fighters circle momentarily. Kakoullis darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Renato defending well as Kakoullis loads up on a big left hand.
Nice defenses there by Renato.
Kakoullis swinging wildly here.
Kakoullis fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Renato has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Tiago Renato has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Sotiris Kakoullis is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Kakoullis staying out of range there.
A big right from Kakoullis misses.
Renato misses with a wild body shot.
Good leg kick by Renato there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Renato on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Kakoullis. Kakoullis obviously looking to wear him down.
Kakoullis slips a straight right by Renato.
Kakoullis throws a leg kick but Renato moved away.
Kakoullis lands a nice looking kick to the body. Renato takes a step back to recover.
Kakoullis moves out of range as Renato strikes.
Kakoullis connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Kakoullis swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kakoullis scores with a decent looking hook.
Nice uppercut lands for Renato. That snapped Kakoullis's head back. #T3#
A head kick misses from Renato.
Kakoullis fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Renato.
Renato is looking to land body kicks.
Renato waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kakoullis.
Kakoullis punishes Renato's body with a nice straight punch.
Renato avoids a kick to the body.
Renato throws a low kick, looking for Kakoullis's leg but Kakoullis calmly moves out of range.
Renato is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Kakoullis.
A good leg kick by Renato.
Renato stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis blocks a leg kick.
Renato scores with a jab to the body.
Renato swings for the body but Kakoullis moves out of range.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Kakoullis, right into the meat.
Kakoullis's legs have taken a beating and he's really slowing down as a result.
Renato takes one to the chin there.#T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kakoullis cracks a nice hook into Renato's ribs.
A solid leg kick lands there for Kakoullis.
Renato misses the shot to the body.
Renato darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Kakoullis lands a body shot.
Kakoullis misses with a kick to the body
and Renato counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Kakoullis scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Kakoullis jabs at Renato's body.
Kakoullis cracks a nice hook into Renato's ribs.
Kakoullis keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Kakoullis is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Kakoullis throws a chopping leg kick but Renato manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Renato throws a push kick but Kakoullis slaps the foot to one side.
Kakoullis is looking for a counter combo.
Renato cracks a nice hook into Kakoullis's ribs.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Sotiris Kakoullis.
Well Kakoullis has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 49:46
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 50:45
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 49:47

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sotiris Kakoullis!
During a confident post fight interview, Sotiris Kakoullis thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: EVO 244: Frazier vs Maldini
Date: May 19, 2016

#R1#
Deck throws a body punch but Kakoullis moves out of range.
Kakoullis stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Deck.
Deck looks to throw the jab but Kakoullis is out of range.
A little feinted left hand from Kakoullis on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Kakoullis ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Deck moves away.
Decent striking displayed by Deck there.
Kakoullis delivers a nice body kick.
Deck walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Kakoullis misses with a kick to the body.
Kakoullis pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Deck takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Deck looks to land a body kick but Kakoullis moved away.
Deck cracks Kakoullis with a good jab.
Kakoullis lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kakoullis looks to land a left hand but Deck moved out of range nicely.
Kakoullis fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Deck.
Deck misses with an uppercut. Kakoullis saw that one coming.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Deck, as that shot connected.
Kakoullis takes a swing at Deck's ribcage but misses.
Kakoullis misses with an attempted mid kick. #T1#
Kakoullis misses with a hook.
Kakoullis throws a body kick that misses.
Kakoullis throws a low kick but Deck moves out of range easily.
A looping hook to the body misses from Deck. Kakoullis does a little dance to reset his feet.
Deck moves in looking to clinch but Kakoullis pushes him off.
The fighters circling - Kakoullis throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kakoullis lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Deck fails with an attempt to clinch.
Kakoullis looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Kakoullis throws a wild body kick that Deck sees coming a mile off.
Kakoullis lands with a nice body punch.
Kakoullis bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Kakoullis just misses with a punch to the body.
Deck just misses with a punch to the body.
Kakoullis appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Deck avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Kakoullis throws a leg kick that misses.
Deck takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Deck throws a lazy right hand but Kakoullis sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Kakoullis misses the shot to the body.
Deck wants to counter the offense by Kakoullis and move into the clinch position.#T2#
Kakoullis moves out of range of the strikes.
A punch combination from Kakoullis misses.
Sotiris Kakoullis is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Deck cracks the inside of Kakoullis's front leg.
Deck misses with a straight left.
Kakoullis connects with a body shot that sends Deck's belly button to the back.
Kakoullis throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Deck works Kakoullis's body with a nice hook.
A punch combination from Deck misses.
Kakoullis throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
And Deck tries to counter it with a takedown but Kakoullis pushes his down on his head and steps out.
A bone on bone clash there as Kakoullis blocks the leg kick.
Kakoullis throws a nice outside leg kick.
Deck looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
A big right from Deck misses.
Deck throws a solid leg kick but Kakoullis takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Deck.
Kakoullis slips under a jab from Deck.
Deck shoots for a takedown but Kakoullis saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Kakoullis thinks about countering with a body kick.
Deck throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Kakoullis on the side of the head.
Deck misses with a kick to the body. #T3#
Kakoullis takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Deck moves out of range of the body kick.
Kakoullis uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Deck.
An attempted straight right counter from Kakoullis misses the target.
Kakoullis ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Deck moves away.
Kakoullis scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Kakoullis connects with a leg kick. Deck looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Kakoullis on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Kakoullis lands with a kick to the temple. Deck shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Deck darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Deck lands with a nice body punch.
Deck gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Kakoullis looks for the body kick but Deck saw that one coming.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kakoullis misses with an attempted mid kick.
Kakoullis misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Deck lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Kakoullis has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Kakoullis and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Jab by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #T4#
Deck cracks the inside of Kakoullis's front leg.
Kakoullis blocks a leg kick.
Deck delivers a nice body kick.
Deck throws a jab when Kakoullis was well out of range.
A combination from Deck does no damage.
Deck walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Kakoullis takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Deck ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kakoullis moves away.
Deck lands with a slapping head kick. #CUT2#
It looks like Sotiris Kakoullis has been cut.
Kakoullis takes a swing at Deck's ribcage but misses.
Deck slips a jab and a cross from Kakoullis.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Kakoullis.
Deck scores with a sloppy right hand. Kakoullis should have avoided that one.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kakoullis lands a front kick.
Kakoullis misses the shot to the body.
Deck misses with a low kick.
Deck throws a leg kick but Kakoullis moved away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Sotiris Kakoullis will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Sotiris Kakoullis's cut.
That's time! Kakoullis's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Deck steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Kakoullis. That one must have hurt.
Deck scores with a body shot.
Deck lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Deck misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Both fighters circling a little - Kakoullis finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Kakoullis misses the shot to the body.
Kakoullis is looking to wear down Deck with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Kakoullis lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Deck backs up against the cage.
Kakoullis is looking to land body kicks.
Deck has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Kakoullis finds it's way round the side to connect with Deck's head.
Deck shoots in for a takedown but Kakoullis shows good takedown defense.
Deck throws a wild body kick that Kakoullis sees coming a mile off.
Deck slips under a jab from Kakoullis.
Deck is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Deck thuds a left hand into Kakoullis's body.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with eachother but Deck might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Kakoullis has got the better of the exchanges.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Deck throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Deck blocks a low kick nicely.#T1#
Kakoullis scores with a leg kick.
Deck shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Kakoullis moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Deck misses with a hook
and Kakoullis makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Kakoullis bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Kakoullis connects with a body shot that sends Deck's belly button to the back.
Kakoullis tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Deck is able to avoid easily.
Kakoullis misses with a head kick.
Kakoullis throws a half hearted mid kick.
Deck on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Kakoullis. Kakoullis obviously looking to wear him down.
Kakoullis misses with a straight left.
The fighters circling - Deck throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Deck scores with a nice strike.
Kakoullis is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Deck can do to turn this around?
Deck tries to land a leg kick but Kakoullis saw it coming and moves away.
Deck throws a quick inside leg kick.
Sotiris Kakoullis seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Deck throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Kakoullis with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row. #T2#
Kakoullis tries to land a front kick but Deck steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Kakoullis jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Deck lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Deck moves out of range of the body kick.
Kakoullis avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Deck slips under a jab from Kakoullis.
Deck's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Deck looks to land a combination but Kakoullis avoids it well.
Deck tests Kakoullis's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Kakoullis gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Deck.
Deck looks to land a left hand but Kakoullis moved out of range nicely.
Kakoullis scores with a decent looking hook.
Sotiris Kakoullis is winning the standup battle so far.
Deck throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kakoullis ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Deck moves away.
Deck wants to counter the offense by Kakoullis and move into the clinch position.
Deck takes one on the button.
Kakoullis lands with a cross. #T3#
Deck scores with a sloppy right hand. Kakoullis should have avoided that one.
Kakoullis goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Deck throws a nice outside leg kick.
Deck throws a body punch but Kakoullis moves out of range.
Kakoullis misses with a straight right.
Kakoullis misses with a body shot.
A head kick misses from Kakoullis.
Deck ducks right into an uppercut from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Deck lands a right hook to the body.
Deck misses with a lunging right hand
and Kakoullis counters with a nice low kick that buckles Deck's knee momentarily.
Kakoullis looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Kakoullis. Deck shrugs it off though.
Deck looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Deck throws a hook to the side of Kakoullis's head but Kakoullis sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Deck blocks a leg kick.
Kakoullis is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.#T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Deck throws a solid leg kick but Kakoullis takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Deck.
Deck takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Deck misses the shot to the body.
Kakoullis lands a head shot.
Kakoullis connects with an inside leg kick.
An inside leg kick from Deck misses.
Kakoullis scores with a spinning back kick!
Kakoullis fakes the leg kick and cracks Deck in the body.
Deck drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Deck moves into range and connects with a jab.
Deck scores with a jab to the head.
Kakoullis lands a body shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kakoullis defending well as Deck loads up on a big left hand.
Deck uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kakoullis.
Deck has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Kakoullis.
Good work by Kakoullis as he checks the leg kick.
Deck misses with a low kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sotiris Kakoullis dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Sotiris Kakoullis's cut.
That's time! Kakoullis's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R3#
Deck missing with a left hand there. Kakoullis was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Nice defenses there by Kakoullis.
The fighters circling - Deck throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kakoullis misses with an attempted mid kick.
Kakoullis lands a nice hook to Deck's body. Deck takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. #CL2#
Deck has closed the distance and engaged Kakoullis in a clinch.
Deck lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Kakoullis or not. #BC2#
Deck manages to break the clinch.
Kakoullis works the jab nicely.
Kakoullis lands a nice shot that snaps Deck's head back.
An inside leg kick lands from Kakoullis.
Deck misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kakoullis blocks a jab.
Kakoullis misses with a body shot.
Deck turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Kakoullis throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Kakoullis pulls out of a head kick attempt. #T1#
Kakoullis throws a lazy body kick #TD2#
and Deck counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Deck wants to control from the top but Kakoullis keeps moving.
Deck stands and throws Kakoullis's legs to the side, diving into side control.
The referee asks Deck politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Deck prefers to stall for the moment though.
Deck is putting a hurting on Kakoullis here, landing some big shots from side control.
Deck has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Deck lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Kakoullis down.
Kakoullis is trying to improve his position.
Deck is looking to take a break and control but Kakoullis is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Deck working away.#T2#
Deck slows the pace down.
Deck throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Deck trying to control the action but Kakoullis is working from the bottom.
Deck works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Deck is trying to ground and pound but Kakoullis uses the momentary lack of control by Deck to regain half guard.
Kakoullis moves into full guard. #T3#
Deck wants to pass the guard but Kakoullis is keeping the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kakoullis working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Deck.
Kakoullis not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Deck is looking to work some ground and pound but Kakoullis has wrist control.
Deck with a flurry of punches that miss.
Deck in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Deck looking to pass the guard. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Kakoullis lands a right hook to the body.
Deck avoids the head kick by Kakoullis. #T4#
A cross from Kakoullis lands.
Kakoullis throws an overhand right that lands on Deck's shoulder, as Deck tries to avoid the shot.
Kakoullis checks a low kick from Deck.
Deck wants to slow Kakoullis down by chopping away at his legs.
Kakoullis thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kakoullis throws a jab but it's blocked by Deck.
Kakoullis checks the leg kick nicely there.
Deck moves away from the strike by Kakoullis.
Deck throws a lazy uppercut
and Kakoullis counters with a body kick.
Kakoullis throws a nice outside leg kick.
Kakoullis checks a low kick from Deck.
Kakoullis tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Deck takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Deck on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Kakoullis. Kakoullis obviously looking to wear him down.
Deck slips a jab from Kakoullis.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A good leg kick by Kakoullis.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but Sotiris Kakoullis did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
The cut man is working on Sotiris Kakoullis's cut.
That's time! Kakoullis's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R4#
Deck looks for the body kick but Kakoullis saw that one coming.
Kakoullis misses the jab.
Kakoullis misses with a low kick.
Kakoullis cracks the inside of Deck's front leg.
Deck throws a leg kick but Kakoullis moved away.
Kakoullis misses with a hook.
Kakoullis goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Deck walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Deck misses with a takedown attempt - Kakoullis sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Deck takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A nice leg kick lands there from Kakoullis.
A swing and a miss from Deck.
Nice defenses there by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis misses with an attempted mid kick. #T1#
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Kakoullis.
Deck checks a low kick from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis checks the leg kick nicely there.
Kakoullis throws a head kick but Deck moves out of range.
Deck wants to counter the offense by Kakoullis and move into the clinch position.
Kakoullis throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Deck has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Kakoullis.
Deck avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Kakoullis - that will leave a mark!
Kakoullis misses with a body kick.
Deck tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Nice uppercut lands for Deck. That snapped Kakoullis's head back.
Kakoullis throws a leg kick #TD2#
and Deck counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kakoullis looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Deck working some strikes from top position.
Deck distracts Kakoullis with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.#T2#
Deck connects with a couple of short punches.
Deck tries to free his leg and advance position but Kakoullis is retaining full guard.
Deck throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Deck wants to control from the top but Kakoullis keeps moving.
Deck throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Deck lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Deck trying to control but Kakoullis is working from the bottom.
Deck passes into half guard.
Inspectah Deck has got the better of the ground game so far.
Nice strikes from Deck there. #T3##SUB2#
Deck is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Kakoullis is just riding it out for now. Deck eventually gives up the hold. #SUB2#
Deck is looking for a kimura here.
Kakoullis regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Deck.
Deck in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Deck with a nice head shot there.
Deck keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Kakoullis's head.#CUT2#
Sotiris Kakoullis's cut is getting worse.
Kakoullis is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Kakoullis bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Deck's guard. #REVR#
Deck is trying to hold Kakoullis in close to prevent damage but Kakoullis has managed to pass into half guard.
Deck is trying to maintain the position but Kakoullis is very close to passing his half guard.
Deck has his hands clasped together around Kakoullis's back. He's all about the action.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sotiris Kakoullis had his way with Inspectah Deck in that round.
The cut man is working on Sotiris Kakoullis's cut.
That's time! Kakoullis's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R5#
Kakoullis throws a low kick but Deck avoids it.
Kakoullis misses with the body kick#CL2#
and Deck counters by moving into the clinch.
Kakoullis lands an uppercut.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Deck.
Deck dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Kakoullis fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Deck stalls.
Kakoullis blocks a body shot from Deck.
Deck working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Deck tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Deck swings wildly with an uppercut but Kakoullis uses good head movement to avoid it.
Deck stalling against the cage.
Kakoullis is trying to force a seperation but Deck has the dominant position.#T1#
Kakoullis misses with some punches.
Deck throws a head punch that misses.
Kakoullis doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kakoullis throws an elbow that misses.
Kakoullis wants to break free but Deck has control.
Deck misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kakoullis tries a body shot but Deck blocks it.
Kakoullis struggles to land a body shot inside as Deck controls his hands.
Kakoullis swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Deck goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
The referee calls for Deck to work. #BC#
Kakoullis breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Kakoullis misses with a body shot.
Deck tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Kakoullis throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Sotiris Kakoullis is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Deck shoots for a double leg takedown but Kakoullis sprawls well. He's pushed Deck's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Nice body punch from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis avoids the body shot from Deck.
Kakoullis throws a body punch but Deck moves out of range.
Kakoullis throws a nice outside leg kick. #CL2#
Deck gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Kakoullis is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Deck leaning his opponent against the cage.
Deck lands a left hand that snaps the head of Kakoullis backwards.
Deck working aggressively here.
Deck lands a body shot in the clinch. #T3#
The referee is keeping an eye on Deck - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Deck tries to throw a body punch but Kakoullis avoids it by throwing Deck back against the cage.
Deck works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Deck. #BC#
Kakoullis breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Deck lands a nice looking body kick.
Deck fails in his attempt to clinch.
Kakoullis throws a low kick but it's checked well by Deck.#CL2#
Deck takes the fight into the clinch.
Inspectah Deck seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Deck throws a head punch that misses. #T4#
Deck misses with a hook from the clinch.
Deck goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Kakoullis misses with a short punch on the inside.
Deck slowing the pace effectively.
Deck jumps guard but Kakoullis turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Sotiris Kakoullis has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Inspectah Deck.
Deck lands a body shot in the clinch.
Deck has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Kakoullis prevents a body shot from Deck.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Deck misses with a punch on the inside.
Deck swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Deck lands a shoulder strike.

And that's the end of the fight!
Inspectah Deck comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Kakoullis has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge William Gold scores the fight 49:46
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 49:46
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 49:46

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sotiris Kakoullis!
A victorious Sotiris Kakoullis thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
In defeat, Inspectah Deck stepped up to the mic, saying 'Wu Tang fuh evah!'.

Event: EVO 240: Bowdrie vs Hess
Date: Apr 20, 2016

#R1#
Kakoullis shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. #CUT2#
It looks like Sotiris Kakoullis has been cut.
Love lands a nice leg kick that just misses Kakoullis's sensitive parts.
Kakoullis throws a good cross that connects.
A punch lands to the side of Kakoullis 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Love steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kakoullis.
Love is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Kakoullis with a body shot.
Kakoullis misses with an uppercut.
Love chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Kakoullis can pounce on him.
Love's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Kakoullis connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Love scrambles back to his feet.
We've been informed that Love has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Love throws a hook but Kakoullis blocks it.#CL2#
Love instigates a clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Love.
Kakoullis goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Love is stalling here.
Kakoullis lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Love working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Love lands a hook that snaps the head of Kakoullis backwards.
Love lands a body punch in the clinch.
Love lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Kakoullis or not. #T1#
Kakoullis working aggressively here.
Kakoullis struggles to land a body shot inside as Love controls his hands.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Love.
Kakoullis lands a hook to the side of the head.
Love fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Love working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Kakoullis tries to stall but Love uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Love lands a hook that snaps the head of Kakoullis backwards.
Love throws a punch but it's blocked by Kakoullis. #BC2#
Love's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Love tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Kakoullis manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Kakoullis tried to counter with a leg kick but Love avoided it.
Love moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Kakoullis is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Love, right into the meat.
Love scores with a crisp jab that stopped Kakoullis in his tracks.
Kakoullis takes a swing at Love's ribcage but misses.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Love throws a hook to the side of Kakoullis's head but Kakoullis sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Love smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.#T2#
Kakoullis lands a lovely overhand right.
Kakoullis lands a leg kick that knocks Love off balance momentarily.
Love swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis slips under a jab from Love.
Love takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Love listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.#CUT2#
Sotiris Kakoullis's cut is getting worse.
Love tries to clinch there but Kakoullis circles away.
Kakoullis has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Love.
Love uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kakoullis.
Love throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Love just misses with a punch to the body.
Kakoullis looks to land a body kick but Love moved away.
Love connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Kakoullis's hands.
Love takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
A big left from Love misses.
Kakoullis thinks about countering with a body kick.#T3#
Love looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Love avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
An inside leg kick lands from Love.
Good work by Love as he checks the leg kick.
Kakoullis defending well as Love loads up on a big left hand.
Love is looking to clinch but Kakoullis is avoiding it.
Love throws a nice outside leg kick.
A big right from Love misses.
Love throws a poor cross that misses
enabling Kakoullis to counter with a crisp jab.
Love dips to his left and cracks Kakoullis with an uppercut!
Love is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Kakoullis had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
Kakoullis throws a leg kick but Love checks it.
An inside leg kick from Love misses.
Love closes the distance and lands a one-two.#CUT2#
Sotiris Kakoullis's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Good work by Kakoullis as he checks the leg kick.
A counter left hand to the body from Kakoullis misses its target.
Love digs a good hook to Kakoullis's body. #T4#
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Love, as that shot connected.
A head kick by Love - that's a beauty! Kakoullis is out but he's somehow still standing... he's going... going... gone. Like a drunk walking down the middle of the road, the inevitable face plant follows and the delayed knockout arrives. Even Love can't help but laugh at the bizarre end to this one!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:12 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Vagner Love!
During a confident post fight interview, Vagner Love thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: EVO 236: Seia vs Kakoullis
Date: Mar 31, 2016

#R1#
Seia uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Seia blocks a jab.
Kakoullis tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Seia is able to avoid easily.
Seia feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Kakoullis misses with a body shot.
Seia is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Seia throws a head kick that misses.
Kakoullis misses with an uppercut.
Kelemi Seia seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kakoullis on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Danga de danga de dang - Seia scores with a four punch combination!#CUT#
It looks like Sotiris Kakoullis has been cut.
Seia throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Seia has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Hunter MMA in the buildup to the fight.
Kakoullis pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Kakoullis moves out of range of the leg kick from Seia.
Kakoullis throws a front kick that sends Seia stumbling back into the cage.
Kakoullis on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Seia swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kakoullis throws a leg kick
and Seia counters with a leg kick. #T1#
Seia throws a lazy right hand but Kakoullis sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Seia throws a leg kick
and Kakoullis counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Kakoullis blocks the body kick.
Kakoullis staying out of range there.
Kakoullis looks to throw the jab but Seia is out of range.
Seia cracks a nice hook into Kakoullis's ribs.
Seia takes a swing at Kakoullis's ribcage but misses.
Kakoullis looks to clinch
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Seia looking to land some kicks to the body here.
That kick from Seia tenderised Kakoullis's leg. Kakoullis is trying to keep his angry face on.
Nice straight punches there by Kakoullis. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Kakoullis.
Seia feints and then cracks Kakoullis's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Kakoullis down.
Seia moves out of range of the body kick.
Kakoullis uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Seia. #T2#
Seia fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Kakoullis.
Seia throws a lazy head kick
and Kakoullis cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Seia misses with a low kick.
Seia lands an overhand right.#CL2#
Kakoullis closes the distance and clinches.
Kakoullis has a couple of punches blocked by Seia.
Seia tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Seia lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Kakoullis swings wildly with an uppercut but Seia uses good head movement to avoid it.
Seia lands with a right to the head.
Kakoullis can't find room to land a body shot as Seia controls the action.
Seia working aggressively here.
A shot in the inside from Kakoullis.
Seia throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Kakoulliss head.
Seia keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Kakoullis's efforts to push away.#BC#
Seia pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#T3#
Kakoullis looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Kakoullis moves out of range as Seia strikes.
Seia throws a body punch but Kakoullis moves out of range.
Kakoullis with a nice cross.#CUT2#
It looks like Kelemi Seia has been cut.
Kakoullis lands with a thumping leg kick.
Seia thumps Kakoullis with a low kick.
Seia misses with the body kick
and Kakoullis counters with an outside leg kick.
Seia throws a body punch but Kakoullis moves out of range.
Kakoullis goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Seia lands an overhand right.
Kakoullis looks to land a left hand but Seia moved out of range nicely.
Seia fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Seia steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #T4#
Seia moves away from the strike by Kakoullis.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Seia lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Kakoullis has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Kakoullis and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Seia throws a leg kick
and Kakoullis counters with a body kick.
Seia blocks the body kick.
A low kick from Kakoullis misses
and Seia counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Kakoullis takes a swing at Seia's ribcage but misses.
Seia slips a jab from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis moves forwards but Seia connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Seia misses with a body shot.
An inside leg kick lands from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Kakoullis tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Seia scores with a hook.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Seia lands a nice looking body shot.
Kakoullis moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Kelemi Seia will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
Kakoullis fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Seia is out of range.
And Seia counters with a quick kick to the body but Kakoullis blocks it.
Seia checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Kakoullis on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Kakoullis chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Seia can pounce on him.
Kakoullis misses with a head kick.
Seia listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Kakoullis looks to score with a jab to the body but Seia is just out of range.
Seia tries a low kick but Kakoullis avoids it.
A lazy body kick from Kakoullis
and Seia counters with a stiff right hand.
Kakoullis with a jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Seia tries to land a leg kick but Kakoullis saw it coming and moves away.
Kakoullis on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Kakoullis gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Seia counters with a nice low kick that buckles Kakoullis's knee momentarily.
Seia misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis misses with a head kick. #T1#
Kakoullis looks to land a body kick but Seia moved away.
Kakoullis connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Seia's hands.
Kakoullis misses with a straight right.
Kakoullis throws a push kick but Seia slaps the foot to one side.
Kakoullis takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing. #CUT#
That has opened up Sotiris Kakoullis's cut even more.
Seia keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Kakoullis throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kakoullis looks to score with a jab to the body but Seia is just out of range.
Seia throwing a counter right hand but Kakoullis manages to avoid it.
Kakoullis pivots, looking for a leg kick but Seia is out of range and Kakoullis settles back down.
A solid leg kick lands there for Seia.
Kakoullis misses with a body kick.
Kakoullis keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kakoullis steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Seia.
Despite the aggression on Kakoullis's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Seia lands a nice shot to the body. #T2#
Kakoullis uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Seia.
Kakoullis throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Seia ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Kakoullis takes one to the chin there.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kakoullis misses with a right hand
and Seia counters with a stiff right hand.
Seia throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
A punch combination from Seia misses.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Kakoullis.
Seia lands with a hook. Kakoullis tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. #CUT#
The cut above Sotiris Kakoullis's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Seia will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Seia scores with a leg kick.
Seia moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Kakoullis takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Seia checks a low kick from Kakoullis.
Seia is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kakoullis can do to turn this around?#T3#
Seia connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. #CUT#
Sotiris Kakoullis's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.
Seia feints and then cracks Kakoullis's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Kakoullis down.
Seia misses with a head kick.
A little jabbing left from Kakoullis on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Seia walks into a straight right hand from Kakoullis.
Seia throws a lazy right hand but Kakoullis sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Seia throws a hook but Kakoullis blocks it.
Kakoullis has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Seia.
Kakoullis lands a body shot.
Kakoullis throws a body shot but no joy.
Kakoullis moves in looking to clinch but Seia pushes him off.
Seia scores with a jab. Kakoullis acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Seia lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
A swing and a miss from Seia.
Seia ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.#T4#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Kakoullis takes one to the chin there.
Seia takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Kakoullis throws a sloppy head kick and Seia moves out of range easily.
Seia throws a leg kick which misses Kakoullis's front leg but catches the back leg as Kakoullis tries to avoid it.
Seia pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Seia connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.

The referee calls the doctor in to look at Sotiris Kakoullis's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:36 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Kelemi Seia!
An out of breath Kelemi Seia thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

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