Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 05, 2019

#R1#
Baby! keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Baby! was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Better dodges the punch combination from Baby!.
Better scores with a hook.
Baby! has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Touch Of Death Combat Academy in the buildup to the fight.
Better has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Better there as he acknowledges the shot.#CUT#
It looks like Evan Better has been cut.#CL#
Baby! clinches.
Better misses with a shot to the kidneys. #BC#
Baby! pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Baby! misses with a lunging right hand
and Better counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Better blocks a jab.
Better leaves Baby! with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Better wants to counter the offense by Baby! and move into the clinch position.
Baby! rushes in with a sloppy looking punch #TD2#
and Better counters with a takedown into side control.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB2#
Better thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Better lands a few punches from side control.#T1#
Baby! is not content to let Better control the position.
Better prevents Baby! from escaping the position.
Better wants to control but Baby! is keeping him busy.
Baby! avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Better.
Better wants to lay and pray for a moment but Baby! keeps working. #SUB2#
Better wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Baby!, who protects the arm well. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Better wants to control but Baby! is keeping him busy.
Baby! is looking for a sweep.
Baby! is pushing Better's head away, looking to escape. Better manages to hold on to the position though.
Baby! is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Better with the ground and pound but Baby! uses the opportunity to regain guard.
Better wants to pass the guard but Baby! is keeping the position.#T3#
Better trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Better loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Better throwing strikes from guard but Baby! blocks nicely.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Baby! controlling the position.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Baby! throws a lazy right hand but Better sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Baby! is looking to clinch.
Better buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Baby! throws a body punch but Better moves out of range.
Better lands a jab to the nose.
A punch lands to the side of Better 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Baby! wants to clinch up but Better keeps it at a distance.
Better lands a leg kick that knocks Baby! off balance momentarily.#T4#
Better scores with a leg kick.
Baby! changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Better tries to avoid it but Baby! manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Better to the ground. Better escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Baby! walks into a left hand.
Baby! slaps away a takedown attempt from Better, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Baby! shoots in but doesn't get the takedown #TD2#
and Better counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. #ES#
Baby! manages to escape and get back to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Zed Baby!. That's going to take a lot out of him.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#TD#
Baby! dives in and scores a takedown into Better's guard.
Better controls Baby! momentarily but Baby! frees himself.
Baby! wants to control from the top but Better keeps moving.
Better pulls Baby! in close to his closed guard and prevents Baby! from doing any damage or advancing position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Evan Better will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Evan Better'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#
Better slips under a jab from Baby!.
A chopping leg kick lands by Better.
Baby! lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Better circles away quickly and effectively.
Better looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Better - that will leave a mark!
Baby! shoots in and drives through. Better sprawls well.
Better turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Baby! throws a hook but Better blocks it.
Baby! throws a body kick despite being completely out of range#TD2#
and Better counters with a takedown into side control. #ES#
Baby! bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet!
This has been an exciting period of action!#CL2#
Better moves into the clinch.
Baby! looking for a takedown. #BC2#
Better breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Zed Baby! seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
The fighters circle momentarily. Better darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Baby! doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Better counters with a right hand to the body.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Zed Baby!. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Baby! misses the jab.
Better with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Baby! to score with a decent uppercut.
Baby! misses with an uppercut. Better saw that one coming.
Better lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Baby! at a distance.
Baby! throws a jab when Better was well out of range.
Baby! tries to clinch up.#TD2#
Better drives through with a takedown into guard.
Better looking to pass the guard.
Better throwing strikes from guard but Baby! blocks nicely.
Baby! has momentary wrist control but Better slips an elbow through the middle.
Baby! is looking to stand up but Better isn't so interested in that idea.
Better wants to control from the top but Baby! keeps moving. #T2#
Better wants to pass the guard but Baby! is keeping the position.
Baby! utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Better looking to sit in guard and control but Baby! gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Baby! tries to stand but Better is controlling from the bottom.
Better wants to sweep here but Baby! controlling him for the moment.
Baby! missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #T3##SUB2#
Better looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Better wants to control but Baby! passes easily into half guard.
Better wants to get back to full guard.
Baby! sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Better defending well though.
Better wants to get back to full guard.
Baby! thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Better's head.
Baby! not landing any meaningful shots this time. #T4#
Baby! not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Better gets back to full guard.
Better working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Baby!.
Better wants to sweep but no luck.
Better working a defensive guard here. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Baby! closes the distance looking to clinch
and Better counters with a straight right hand.
Better scoring well with a low kick there.
Evan Better seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Better keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Better fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Baby! has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Evan Better will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Evan Better's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Baby! connects with a good right hand that stumbles Better. Better circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Better throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
No luck for Baby! with that takedown attempt.
Baby! misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick. #CL#
Baby! clinches up against the cage.
Baby! on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Better jumps guard but Baby! turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. #BC2#
Better manages to break the clinch.
Better fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Better ducks under a wild hook from Baby!.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Better steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Baby!.
Baby! wants to clinch but Better slips to the side
and Better counters with a slapping leg kick.
Better drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Baby! tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Baby! bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Better's head.#T1#
Better scores with a jab. Baby! acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Better lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Better shoots in but Baby! avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Better jabs Baby! right on the nose. Baby! blinks but takes it well.
Better scores with a crisp jab that stopped Baby! in his tracks.
Baby! smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Baby! throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Baby! misses with a straight right.
Better takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Baby! listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.#ROC#
Better is rocked!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Baby! takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Baby! falls off balance throwing a combination
and Better counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T2#
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Better.
Baby! rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Better counters with a leg kick.
Baby! dives in and grabs Better's left leg, looking for a takedown. Better pushes down on Baby!'s head and hops out.
Baby! is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Baby! scores with a jab.
Better is still on wobbly legs! Can Baby! finish him?
Better shoots in and drives through. Baby! sprawls well.
Zed Baby! has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Evan Better.
A looping hook to the body misses from Better. Baby! does a little dance to reset his feet.
Baby! tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Better seems to have recovered his senses.
Baby! tries to clinch up but Better circles away and keeps his distance.
Baby! feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Betters jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!#CUT#
That has opened up Evan Better's cut even more.
Baby! scores with a jab to the head.
Baby! throws the left hand but Better avoids the punch easily.
Better flicks out a counter leg kick but Baby! steps away.
Baby! shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Better as he jumps to the side.
OH! Better has been rocked by a huge right hand and is in deep trouble! Baby! smells blood and charges in for the finish! Baby! unloads a vicious overhand right and connects to the jaw of Better sending him face first to the canvas! Unbelievable!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Zed Baby!!
An out of breath Zed Baby! thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
The defeated Evan Better had this to say: 'Lucky, lucky, lucky.'.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 06, 2019

#R1#
Wyatt misses with a double jab
and Better counters with a solid body kick. #CL2#
Wyatt gets tackled into the cage by Better. Better maintains the clinch.
Better lands a good knee to the midsection. Wyatt won't want to take too many of those.
Better lands with a left to the head.
A right hand to the body from Better.
Wyatt wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Wyatt wants to break the clinch but can't.
Wyatt working hard to break the clinch.#BC2#
Better's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Better throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Wyatt.
Wyatt with a nice cross.
Better bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Wyatt's head.
Wyatt falls off balance throwing a combination
and Better counters with a left to the body.
Better thumps Wyatt with a low kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#CL2#
Wyatt gets tackled into the cage by Better. Better maintains the clinch. #TD2#
Better successfully pulls guard.
Better looking for a sweep. Not yet Better, not yet. #T1##SUB2#
Better working for a triangle but Wyatt defends it easily.
Better wants to sweep but no luck.
Wyatt wants to stand but Better is controlling his posture from full guard.
Better is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Better keeps trying to improve his position.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Better holds on and takes a little breather.
Wyatt wants to stand but Better is controlling his posture from full guard.
Better controlling Wyatt's posture.
Wyatt trying to stand up but can't free himself from Better's guard.#T3#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Better is on top in guard. #REVB#
Wyatt looking for a sweep. Not yet Wyatt, not yet.
Better content to stall in guard here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Better with a flurry of punches that miss.
Better with a flurry of punches that miss.
Better with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Wyatt looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Better puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Better trying to control the pace. #T4#
Wyatt taking some punishment here, with Better in his half guard.
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. Better connects with a nice short shot to Wyatt's temple. #SUB2#
Better seems to be working for a kimura but Wyatt defends the submission attempt.
Wyatt might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Wyatt blocking the ground and pound attempt from Better.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Ground and pound from Better.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Better frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Better putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Evan Better dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Wyatt misses with a double jab.
Wyatt will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Wyatt takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Better lands a body shot.
Wyatt falls off balance throwing a combination
and Better counters with a leg kick.
Better throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Wyatt throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Wyatt throws a right and a left that both miss.
Better lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Wyatt takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Wyatt misses with a double jab #CL2#
and Better holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Better has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Better stalling.
Better is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Wyatt is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Better prevents Wyatt from breaking the clinch.#T1#
Wyatt is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Better keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Wyatt's efforts to push away.
Come on Better - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense. #TD2#
Better gets a trip takedown into half guard.#SUB2#
Better is working for a submission of some sort.
Better lands with a punch from half guard.
Wyatt wants to control but Better is keeping busy.
Better sitting and controlling from the half guard. #T2#
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Better lands a nice short elbow.
Nice strikes from Better there. #SUB2#
Better is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Wyatt is just riding it out for now. Better eventually gives up the hold.
Better with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Wyatt on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Wyatt tries to get out of the position.
Better scoring with strikes to the body and head. #T3#
Better is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Evan Better has got the better of the ground game so far.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Better lands a nice short elbow.
Wyatt wants to control but Better is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Better looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
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. Better connects with a nice short shot to Wyatt's temple.
Better is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Wyatt trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Better content just to control the position here. #T4#
Wyatt taking shots to the head. #SUB2#
Better looking for a guillotine from mount but Wyatt is having none of it. #SUB2#
Better working from mount. He moves in close and looks like he might be going for an arm triangle... He's hopped off to the side and he's transitioned into an Anaconda choke. Wyatt turning a nasty shade of purple. He's refusing to tap but he's gone! He's out! The ref rips Better off and cradles Wyatt's limp body as Better celebrates with his corner.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:35 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Anaconda Choke). Evan Better!
A very excited looking Evan Better 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: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 24, 2019

#R1#
Tracz tries for a takedown but Better circles away easily
and Better counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Better stuns Tracz with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Nice jab there from Better. #TD#
Better manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Tracz on his heels. He'll look to pass Tracz's guard now, I'm sure.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Better in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Better has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Tracz has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Better slips nicely into half guard.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Tracz can do anything to dispel that myth.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Better is keen to just control but Tracz is a slippery customer.#SUB#
Better is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Tracz doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Better.
Tracz tries to roll over but Better keeps him under control.#T1#
Better trying to mount his opponent but Tracz defends it. #SUB#
Tracz is defending against the submission attempts here by Better.
Tracz tries to get to full guard but Better has control of the leg. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Better is taking a breather. Tracz says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tracz trying to control but Better postures up.
Tracz really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Better. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Better not doing much here.
Tracz holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Better trying to control the action but Tracz is working from the bottom.
Better working Tracz over with strikes.
Better wants to control but Tracz is keeping him busy. #T3##SUB#
Better 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.
Better stalling. #SUB#
Better is trying to work for a kimura but Tracz is defending well.
Better will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Better is trying to control. Tracz wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Better passes to side control.
Tracz can't do much from the bottom here. #SUB#
Better is working for what looks like an arm triangle here. Tracz is trying to escape and Better transitions quickly into an armbar! He's slapped it on tight and Tracz is forced to tap! Nice work there by Better! Very nice indeed!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Evan Better!
A relieved looking Evan Better 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: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Sep 10, 2018

#R1##CL2#
Watson takes the fight into the clinch.
Better connects with a nasty looking knee right to Watson's face. #CUT#
It looks like Thomas Watson has been cut.
Watson goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Better prevents a body shot from Watson.
Still in the clinch, Watson scores with a nice short uppercut.
Knees in the clinch landing for Better.
Watson stalling against the cage. #BC#
Better breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Watson misses with an uppercut
and Watson takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CL#
Better clinches up against the cage.
Watson tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Better goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Better lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Watson misses with the head strike.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Watson misses with the head strike.
A head punch on the inside from Watson fails to land. #TD#
Better has Watson pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Better pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Watson tumbling to the mat - Better dives into Watson's guard.
Better content to stall in guard here. #T1#
Better throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Better with a flurry of punches that miss.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Better is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Watson tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Better throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Watson works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Watson is looking to stand up but Better isn't so interested in that idea.
Better content to stall in guard here.
Better content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. #T2#
Better is stalling in the full guard.
Better working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Watson trying to keep a closed guard but Better is proving a slippery customer.
Better trying to control the position from guard on top but Watson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Better postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Watson wants to get back to his feet but Better is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Better has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.#T3#
Better is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Watson wants to sweep but no luck.
Watson keeping moving, preventing Better from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Watson fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Better defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Watson.
Watson tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Better moves out of range of the leg kick from Watson.
Watson throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Better counters with a nice body shot.
Better circles away from the clinch attempt#TD#
so Better counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility. #T4#
Watson is trying to keep Better in close.
Better chips away with some ground and pound.
Better engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Better looking to pass the guard.
Better engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Watson avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Evan Better dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Thomas Watson's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Watson has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Better.
Watson tries to clinch up.
Better tried to counter with a leg kick but Watson avoided it.#TD#
Better closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Watson is trying to control Better's posture but Better avoids it.
You can see the frustration on Watson's face as Better controls the position. #SUB#
Better tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Better landing a few strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Better is working Watson over with some ground and pound from side control.
Better is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Watson will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.#T1#
Watson tries to escape but Better is in control.
Better wants to control but Watson is keeping him busy.
Watson struggling a bit here.
Better in side control lands a decent elbow. #SUB#
Better is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Watson is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Better is working Watson over with some ground and pound from side control.
Watson is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Better is one step ahead and moves to full mount!
Better trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T2#
Better controlling his opponent.
Watson is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Better is in the full mount, landing strikes.
Watson tries to buck Better off but he can't manage it.
Better landing strikes from the mount and Watson is in trouble! #SUB#
Better with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Better connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
The referee warns Watson that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Better controlling from the full mount. #T3#
Watson is squirming around, avoiding Better's attempts to control the action.
Better controlling the pace for now. #SUB#
Better is working for a guillotine from mount but Watson frees his head quite easily.
Watson is bucking up trying to escape but Better cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
Evan Better overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Watson is bucking up trying to escape but Better cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
Watson gets back to half guard.#T4#
Better slips a nice elbow through Watson's hands, connecting with Watson's forehead.
Better is nestled in close to Watson, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Still in half guard, Better seems content to control.
Watson is trying to stand back up but Better is controlling him #SUB#
Better is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Watson defends it well.
Better works his way into full mount!
Better is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Watson can do to turn this around?#SUB#
Better goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Watson is on top in guard.
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!
Better avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Evan Better dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Thomas Watson's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Better lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.#CL2#
Watson gets a clinch.
Better lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Knees to the body from Better.
Better prevents a takedown attempt there.
Better working Watson over with knees to the body.
Better works on Watson's body with a couple of short punches.#TD#
Better jumps guard.
Better seems keen to control Watson's posture.
Watson takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Better has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T1#
Watson stopping the sweep attempt from Better.
Better is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Better. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
A telegraphed right hand from Watson misses the target.
Better appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Better. #SUB#
Better is trying to get an arm triangle but Watson is defending well.
Watson trying to remain calm as Better controls from the top position.
Better working the ground and pound from side control.
Better scoring with punches and elbows.
Better lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Watson wants to control but Better postures up.#T3#
Watson wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
Better grinds an elbow into Watson's temple.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Better staying calm.
Better looks up at the clock and then as Watson takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Better smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude! #SUB#
Better is trying to get an arm triangle but Watson is defending well.
Watson pushes Better away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Better gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.#T4#
Better working the ground and pound from side control.
Better cracks Watson with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Watson on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Evan Better is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Better 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 Watson's shoulder. That is not cool.
Better'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.
Better lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Watson is trying to buck Better off.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
You can see the frustration on Watson's face as Better controls the position.
Thomas Watson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Better works to advance to full mount. Watson defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs.
Better fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!

And that's the end of the fight!
Evan Better showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Better 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 Frank Antenori scores the fight 30:27
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 30:27
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Evan Better!
An out of breath Evan Better thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: Lupe 12
Date: Jul 14, 2018

#R1#
Dangerous Jr misses with a low kick.
Dangerous Jr definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Johnny Dangerous Jr seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
Dangerous Jr moves into range and clinches up with Better.
Dangerous Jr missing with knees to the body.
Dangerous Jr lands a left hand that snaps the head of Better backwards.
Dangerous Jr tries to throw a body punch but Better avoids it by throwing Dangerous Jr back against the cage.
Dangerous Jr avoiding damage as Better throws knees to the body.
Dangerous Jr lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Better.
Dangerous Jr goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Dangerous Jr tries to throw a body punch but Better avoids it by throwing Dangerous Jr back against the cage.
Dangerous Jr lands a right hand that snaps the head of Better backwards. #BC2#
Better escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Better throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Dangerous Jr's waist but Dangerous Jr gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Better off to one side.
A low kick from Dangerous Jr misses
and Better counters with a nice leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dangerous Jr tries to work over Better's front leg with a kick but Better checks it.
Nice body kick there by Dangerous Jr.
Dangerous Jr throws a jab but it's blocked by Better.
Better looks to land a right hand but Dangerous Jr moved out of range.
Dangerous Jr throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Better counters with a lovely shot to the body.#T1#
Dangerous Jr lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Better at a distance.
Dangerous Jr walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
A telegraphed right hand from Dangerous Jr misses the target.
Better blocks a leg kick.
Dangerous Jr misses with a body kick.
Dangerous Jr throws a shot from downtown. Better moves away and avoids it.
Dangerous Jr pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Dangerous Jr tries a low kick but Better avoids it.
Better moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Better takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Dangerous Jr tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Better looks to score with a jab to the body but Dangerous Jr is just out of range.
Better ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Dangerous Jr attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Dangerous Jr scores with a hook.#CUT#
It looks like Evan Better has been cut.#T2#
Better fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Dangerous Jr avoids it really well and circles away.
Dangerous Jr jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
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!
Better throws a low kick but Dangerous Jr avoids it.
Better checks a low kick from Dangerous Jr.
Better misses the shot to the body.
That kick from Better tenderised Dangerous Jr's leg. Dangerous Jr is trying to keep his angry face on.
Dangerous Jr loads up on a big right hand but Better slips the punch.
Dangerous Jr misses with a body shot
and Dangerous Jr takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Dangerous Jr throws a right and a left that both miss.
A little jabbing left from Better on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Dangerous Jr fails to land with a series of punches.
Better connects with an inside leg kick.
A good leg kick by Better.
Better lands a jab to Dangerous Jr's midsection.
Better looks to land a right hand but Dangerous Jr moved out of range.#T3#
Dangerous Jr throws a body kick that misses.
Dangerous Jr misses with a left hand
and Better counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Dangerous Jr connects with a left and a right that sees a clearly hurt Better covering up! Dangerous Jr comes in with a big uppercut and Better goes doooown! He's slumped up against the cage, eyes staring blankly into space.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:17 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Johnny Dangerous Jr!
Johnny Dangerous Jr is the new welterweight champion!
Johnny Dangerous Jr managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Velocity Fightwear, into his post fight interview.
In defeat, Evan Better stepped up to the mic, saying 'Lucky, lucky, lucky.'.

Event: DFN#31 Von Ketler vs Killer
Date: Mar 03, 2018

#R1#
That kick from Better tenderised Martin's leg. Martin is trying to keep his angry face on.
Martin scores with the left hand. Better knows he should have avoided that one. #CUT#
It looks like Evan Better has been cut.
Martin lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Better circles away quickly and effectively.
Better throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #TD2#
Better throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Martin tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Better is in Martin's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Martin keeping full guard, as Better tries to pass.
Martin working a defensive guard here.
Better postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Better throwing strikes but missing.
Martin preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Better throws a big right hand that misses. #T1#
Better wants to pass the guard but Martin is keeping the position.
Martin looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Better wants to control from the top but Martin keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Better goes for a double leg but Martin avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Martin continues to drive forward.
Better lands a nice hook to Martin's body. Martin takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Martin tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Better lands a nice leg kick that just misses Martin's sensitive parts.
Better connects with the punch.
Better shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Martin connects with a single shot there.
Martin falls off balance throwing a combination
and Better counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T2#
Martin misses with a combination
and Better cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Martin tries to move into range but Better moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Better fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Martin misses the shot to the body.
Martin lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Better circles away quickly and effectively.
Better turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Martin throws a body shot but no joy. #CL2#
Better closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Better lands with a left to the head.
Martin is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
A short uppercut from Better.
Better scores a nice knee to the body. #T3##BC2#
Better escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Martin scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut! #TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Martin enables Better to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Martin manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Better postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Better tries to free his leg and advance position but Martin is retaining full guard.
Better throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Martin keeping moving, preventing Better from controlling successfully.
Better trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Better trying to control the position from guard on top but Martin is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Better working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #T4#
Better working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Better pushes down on Martin's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Better not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Better has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Better thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Martin avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Better.
Better working over Martin with some ground and pound. Martin looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Martin is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at K.O. Koala's, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Better tries to pass the half guard into mount. Martin knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Martin wants to control but Better is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Better is pressing down on Martin's thigh, looking to free his foot. Martin is holding on for now.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Martin is trying to get back to full guard.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Evan Better dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Evan Better's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Martin throws a right and a left that both miss.
Better cracks Martin with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Better throws a nice inside leg kick.
Martin missing with a left hand there. Better was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Better, as that shot connected.
Martin misses with the combination.
Better dips to his left and cracks Martin with an uppercut!
Martin shoots in for a takedown but Better shows good takedown defense. #CL#
Martin darts in and clinches Better up against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Better pulls guard effortlessly.
Better is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Martin won't allow Better to sweep him here. #T1#
Martin is looking to work some ground and pound but Better has wrist control.
Martin wants to control from the top but Better keeps moving. #SUB2#
Better is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Better looking for a sweep. Not yet Better, not yet.
Martin with a flurry of punches that miss.
Martin is looking to work some ground and pound but Better has wrist control.
Better bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Martin's guard. #REVB#
Evan Better has got the better of the ground game so far.
Better stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Martin swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T2#
Martin controlling the position.
Martin utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Better wants to control from the top but Martin keeps moving.
Better throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Martin works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Better accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Better's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Better throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Martin not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Martin connects with a single shot there.
Martin misses with a leg kick
and Better counters with a nice low kick that buckles Martin's knee momentarily.#T3#
Better lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Martin fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Better.
Better jabs at Martin's body.
Martin throws a leg kick but Better sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Better has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.
Evan Better seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Better connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Better, right into the meat.
Better stuns Martin with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Better scoring well with a low kick there.
Martin on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Carter Martin is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Martin misses with a double jab
and Better counters with a nice uppercut.
Better misses with a wild body shot.
Martin throws a lazy uppercut
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Martin takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.#T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Better looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks. #TD2#
Better shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Martin's guard.
Martin is wriggling around but Better manages to pass to half guard. #REVR#
Better has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Better tries to pass to full mount but Martin defends it.
Martin is trying to maintain the position but Better is very close to passing his half guard.
Better performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Better scoring with strikes to the body and head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Evan Better showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Evan Better's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3##CL#
Martin closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Better tries a body shot but Martin blocks it.
Better has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Martin after a bit of a struggle.
Better lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.#BC2#
Better pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Martin takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Better.
Better throws a head kick that misses.
Martin throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Martin darts in trying to clinch#TD2#
and Better counters with a shoot takedown. Martin fights it but they end up in guard.
Better wants to control from the top but Martin keeps moving.
Better is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T1#
Better lands a couple of digs.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Better trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Better trying to control but Martin is working from the bottom.
Better postures up in Martin's guard and throws a big left but Martin blocks it.
Better wants to pass the guard but Martin is keeping the position.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Martin takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Martin is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Martin takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Martin loads up on a big right hand but Better slips the punch.
Martin takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Better avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Better turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Better doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Martin counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Martin takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Better buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Martin lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Better backs up against the cage.
Better throws a front kick aimed at Martin's knee but Martin avoids it well.
Carter Martin has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#CL2#
Better instigates a clinch.
Better tries a knee to the head but Martin blocks it.
Martin wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.#T3#
Martin manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Better missing with knees to the body.
Better tries to pull guard but Martin holds him up against the cage and eventually Better drops back down to his feet.
Carter Martin has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Evan Better.
Martin lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Martin avoiding damage as Better throws knees to the body.
Better tries to throw a body punch but Martin avoids it by throwing Better back against the cage.
Martin is trying to break the clinch but Better has him pressed against the cage.
Martin lands with a short head shot on the inside. #BC2#
Better manages to break the clinch.
Carter Martin seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Better digs a good body shot into Martin's ribs.
Martin wants to land a leg kick but Better is out of range.
A nice side step and Better releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Better misses with a takedown attempt
and Martin counters with a lovely shot to the body.#T4##CL2#
Better closes the distance and clinches.
Better looking to stall.
Better lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Martin.
Evan Better is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Better is trying to pull guard but Martin turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Better letting Martin take a breather here.
Evan Better seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Martin is trying to break the clinch but Better has him pressed against the cage.
Martin is looking to break free of the clinch but Better has double underhooks.
Martin throws a head punch that misses.
Martin lands with a short head shot on the inside.

And that's the end of the fight!
Evan Better comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Better 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 Alyssa Summers scores the fight 27:30
Judge Dean Styles scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Evan Better!
A relieved looking Evan Better 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: DFN#30 Denis vs Grossweiner
Date: Feb 03, 2018

#R1#
Better bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Momochi misses the jab.
Better scores with a decent looking hook.
Better misses the shot to the body.
Better dives in and grabs Momochi 's left leg, looking for a takedown. Momochi pushes down on Better's head and hops out.
Momochi changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Better tries to avoid it but Momochi manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Better to the ground. Better escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Momochi misses with a jab, cross combination.
Momochi blocks the body kick.
Momochi fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Better throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Momochi moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Momochi misses with a straight left.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Better 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.
Better ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Better throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Momochi sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Better ducks under a wild hook from Momochi .#T1#
Better misses with a body shot.
Sandayu Momochi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD#
Momochi shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Better's guard.
Better wants to hit a switch here but Momochi passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Better there!
Better keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Better wants to hold on but Momochi pushes him away.
Momochi landing strikes, looking to finish! #SUB#
Momochi has control of Better's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Better regains control of the situation pretty easily. #SUB#
Momochi is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Better has managed to escape the submission attempt. #T2#
Better wants to hold on but Momochi pushes him away.
Momochi trying to control but Better is having none of it.
Better sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Momochi working over Better with some ground and pound. Better looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SUB#
Momochi is looking for a kimura here. #T3#
Better has his hands clasped together around Momochi 's back. He's all about the action.
Better trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Momochi punishing his opponent with strikes.
Better is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Momochi working the ground and pound effectively. #T4#
Better is in a horrible position here, under a barrage of strikes, he's managing to avoid any damage.
Better regains half guard.
Momochi has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Better is trying to control but can't.
Momochi stalling.
Momochi '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.
Better is refusing to be controlled, as Momochi sits in half guard.
Better preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sandayu Momochi 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#
Better tries to land a leg kick but Momochi saw it coming and moves away.
Momochi keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Momochi shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Better as he avoids it easily.
Better is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Momochi keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Momochi takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Better looks for a takedown but Momochi sprawls well.
Better misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Momochi throws an overhand right that lands on Better's shoulder, as Better tries to avoid the shot.
Better looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#TD#
Momochi looking to score a takedown here. Better is defending well but Momochi drives through and ends up in Better's guard.
Better keeping moving, preventing Momochi from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Better pulls Momochi in close to prevent any damage.
Better keeping moving, preventing Momochi from controlling successfully. #T1#
Momochi working some strikes from top position.
Momochi won't allow Better to sweep him here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Momochi content to stall in guard here.
Better looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Momochi scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Momochi wants to pass the guard but Better is keeping the position.
Better pulls Momochi in close to prevent any damage.
Better wants to control but Momochi passes easily into half guard.
Momochi is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Better can do to turn this around?#T2#
Better trying to control from the bottom.
Momochi wants to control but Better is keeping him busy.
Momochi content to control rather than advance.
Momochi is looking to advance position but Better won't allow it.
Momochi is nestled in close to Better, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Well, if Momochi is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Momochi wants to lay and pray for a moment but Better keeps working. #T3#
Momochi is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Better is looking to control Momochi 's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Better avoid being mounted?
Better tries to get to full guard but Momochi has control of the leg. #SUB#
Momochi is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Better is just riding it out for now. Momochi eventually gives up the hold.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Better gets full guard.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Better keeping moving, preventing Momochi from controlling successfully.
Better seems keen to control Momochi 's posture.
Momochi looking to pass the guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Momochi accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Better is trying to control the position but Momochi postures up. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Better throws a body shot but no joy.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sandayu Momochi dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Better lands a nice leg kick that just misses Momochi 's sensitive parts.
Better digs a good body shot into Momochi 's ribs.
Momochi misses with a straight right.
A decent looking cross lands there for Better.
Momochi uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Better.
Momochi looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Better is fending him off so far but Momochi persists. Nope, Better circles away and we're back to standing.
Better stuffs the takedown.
Better throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Better is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Momochi rather than just go for the knockout.#TD#
Better gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Momochi to score an easy takedown into full guard.#SUB2#
Better looking for a guillotine here but Momochi defends easily.
Momochi throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Better works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #T1#
Momochi advances to half guard.
Momochi looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Momochi is trying to control. Better wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Better wants to improve his position but Momochi is controlling well.
Better moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Better trying to keep a closed guard but Momochi is proving a slippery customer.
Better has his hands on Momochi 's head, controlling the position. #T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.#SUB2#
Better is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Momochi defends well.
Momochi pushes down on Better's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Better is refusing to be controlled, as Momochi sits in half guard. #SUB#
Momochi seems like he's working for an arm triangle here. He's freed his trapped foot and he's rotating nicely. Better is in big trouble! He's tapping out! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Sandayu Momochi !
A victorious Sandayu Momochi thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
Evan Better was interviewed post fight and said 'Lucky, lucky, lucky.'.

Event: DUEL#122 Muller vs Trew
Date: Jan 13, 2018

#R1#
Better throws a low kick but it's checked well by Martin.
Good leg kick by Better there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Martin getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Martin walks into a straight right hand from Better.
Martin throws a leg kick that is checked
and Better counters with a good low kick that Martin was not able to check.
Better's corner calls for a 1-2. Better obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Better with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Martin scores with a nice head shot.#CUT#
It looks like Evan Better has been cut.#TD2#
Better closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Better lands in his opponent's guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Better missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Better controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Better throws an elbow that misses. Martin uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Better's guard. Nice move by Martin!#REVR##T1#
Better has his hands on Martin's head, controlling the position.
Better has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Better looking for a sweep. Not yet Better, not yet.
Better keeping moving, preventing Martin from controlling successfully.
Martin scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Martin stands up over Better, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Better is looking to sweep but instead, Martin has passed into half guard. #SUB2#
Better actively working from the bottom here.
Martin misses with a head shot. Better uses the momentum to regain guard. #T2#
Better avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #SUB2#
Martin avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Martin in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Better pulls Martin in close to prevent any damage.
Martin postures up. #SUB2#
Better working for a triangle but Martin defends it easily. #T3#
Martin lands a couple of digs.
Martin wants to stand but Better is controlling his posture from full guard. #SUB2#
Better working for a triangle but Martin defends it easily.
Martin throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Martin loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Better holds on and takes a little breather.
Better trying to control the position.
Martin missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #SUB2#
Better looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Better looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Martin throws an elbow that misses. Better uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Martin's guard. Nice move by Better!#REVB#
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Better missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Evan Better dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Evan Better'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.
#R2#
Better throws a combination that misses
and Martin counters with a one-two to the body.
Better connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
A slow jab from Martin misses its intended target.
Martin throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Martin takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Better steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Martin.
Better with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Nice body punch from Better.
Better throws a head kick that half lands.
Better throws a quick inside leg kick.
Evan Better seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Martin throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Better counters with a straight right 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!#TD2#
Martin tries to sprawl but Better drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Better scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Better in particular looking to stall.#T1#
Better thows a huge punch but Martin dodges it nicely.
Better sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Martin defending well though.
Better is pressing down on Martin's thigh, looking to free his foot. Martin is holding on for now.
Better missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Martin is looking to control Better's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Martin avoid being mounted?
Better is looking to stall here but Martin recovers full guard.
Better tries to free his leg and advance position but Martin is retaining full guard.
Evan Better has got the better of the ground game so far.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Better trying to control the position from guard on top but Martin is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Martin looking for a sweep. Not yet Martin, not yet.
Better sitting in guard here, content to control. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Martin misses with a leg kick.
Better has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Martin throws a poor cross that misses
and Better counters with a thumping low kick.
Better cracks the inside of Martin's front leg.
Martin takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Better tries to clinch up but Martin circles away and keeps his distance.
Martin misses with a wild combination. #T3#
Nice shot by Better.
Better throws a leg kick but Martin checks it.
Better lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
A good leg kick by Better.
Martin keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Better moves out of range of the leg kick from Martin.
Better staying out of range there.
Better only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Better lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Better uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Martin.
Martin misses with a combination
letting Better counter with a right hand.
Better has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Martin throws an off balance right hand
and Better connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Better uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Martin.#T4#
Better fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Martin rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Better counters with a low kick, right behind Martin 's knee.
Martin keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Better.
Martin rushes in with a sloppy looking punch #TD2#
and Better counters with a nice double leg into side control. Martin won't be happy with that. #ES#
Martin sneaks out the side door and pushes Better away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.
Carter Martin 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.
Martin tries to bum rush Better with a series of wild strikes but Better uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Better keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Martin throws a series of punches but Better avoids them all with ease.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Martin takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Better throws a nice outside leg kick.
Better doesn't manage to clinch there - Martin circles away.
Better scores with a jab.
Martin is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Better misses with the combination.
That kick from Better tenderised Martin's leg. Martin is trying to keep his angry face on.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Evan Better showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Evan Better'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#
Martin throws an overhand right that lands on Better's shoulder, as Better tries to avoid the shot.
Martin throws a right and a left that Better avoids nicely.
Martin swings widly with a right hand
and Better counters with a leg kick.
Martin closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Martin rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Better counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Martin buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick. #CL2#
Better clinches with his opponent.
A knee to the head by Better. #BC2#
Better breaks the clinch.
Martin looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Better feints and then cracks Martin's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Martin down.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Better throws a nice outside leg kick.
Better scores with a decent looking hook.
A head kick misses from Better.
Martin seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Better bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Martin's head.#T1#
Better moves away from the strike by Martin.
Better uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Martin.
Better ducks under a wild hook from Martin.
Better replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Martin blocks it well.
Better fails with a takedown attempt.
Better shoots in looking for a takedown. Martin tries to sprawl out of it but Better keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Martin manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Martin looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Better stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Better fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Better fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Martin manages to avoid it.
Martin checks a leg kick.#T2#
Martin throws a leg kick but Better moved away.
Martin throws a body shot but no joy.
Martin takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Better fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Martin checks it well.
Martin looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Martin attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Better moves out of range as Martin strikes.
A leg kick checked by Martin.
Martin tries to bum rush Better with a series of wild strikes but Better uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Some wild striking there from Martin.
Better scores with a shot to the body.
Carter Martin has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Martin shoots in looking for a takedown. Better tries to sprawl out of it but Martin keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Better manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T3#
Martin falls off balance throwing a combination
and Better counters with a slapping leg kick.
Better throws a leg kick which misses Martin's front leg but catches the back leg as Martin tries to avoid it.
Better scoring well with a low kick there.
Better cracks Martin with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Better pushes Martin away with a front kick.
Better will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Carter Martin has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Evan Better.
Martin throws an off balance right hand
and Better counters with a thumping low kick.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Better, right into the meat.
Martin throws a body punch but Better moves out of range.
Better moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. #CL2#
Better closes the distance and clinches.
Martin's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#BC2#
Better pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#T4#
A jab from Martin misses.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Better connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Better looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Evan Better is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Better lands a nice leg kick that just misses Martin's sensitive parts.
Nice defenses there by Better.
Better takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Martin tries to bum rush Better with a series of wild strikes but Better uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Better misses with the combination.
Martin misses with a looping left.
Better lands a jab to Martin's midsection.#TD2#
Better closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Martin seems a little lost for a moment, as Better dominates the positioning.

And that's the end of the fight!
Evan Better comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Better 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 Steve Montenegro scores the fight 27:30
Judge Anthony Taglia scores the fight 27:30
Judge Reed Andrews scores the fight 27:30

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

Event: DUEL#115 Arjuna vs Jihad
Date: Dec 16, 2017

#R1#
Handle swings widly with a right hand
and Better counters with a good low kick that Handle was not able to check.
An inside leg kick lands from Better.
Handle misses with a two punch combination. #CL#
Better takes the fight into the clinch.
Handle avoiding damage as Better throws knees to the body.
Better drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Better trying to control the position but instead, Handle has worked for underhooks and has pushed Better into the cage.
Handle can't break the clinch.
Handle lands an elbow inside. #CUT2#
It looks like Evan Better has been cut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Better turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!
Better wants to lay and pray for a moment but Handle keeps working. #SUB#
Better is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Handle has escaped the position, nice work there. #T1##SUB#
Better is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Handle is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Check out the look on Better's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Handle takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Better tries to move to mount but Handle blocks the move with his legs.
The strikes coming from Better are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Handle tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Better wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T2#
Handle takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Handle prevents Better from improving position.
Better fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Better landing strikes.
Better lands a decent elbow from side control.
Handle struggling a bit here.
Better misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
Handle avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Better.
Better is chipping away with strikes. #T3#
Better landing strikes.
Handle struggling a bit here.
Handle is looking to regain half guard here but Better keeps moving and retains side control.
Better wants to control but Handle is keeping him busy.
Better creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Better cracks Handle with an elbow. That is naaassty.#T4##SUB#
Better is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Handle knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Handle manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Better is staying active underneath Handle, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Better is trying to maintain the position but Handle is very close to passing his half guard.
Better is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Handle not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Better is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Lovelair Muay Thai/MMA, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Handle frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Handle raining down shots from the mount!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Evan Better dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Evan Better's cut.
That's time! Better's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Better lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Better slips a jab and a cross from Handle.
Better walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Handle checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Better throws a wild body kick that Handle sees coming a mile off.
Handle misses with a hook.
Handle looks to land a combination but Better avoids it well.
Handle misses with a jab, cross combination.
Better is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Handle can do to turn this around?
Better fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Handle jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Handle throws a right and a left that both miss.
Better fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Handle manages to avoid it.
Max Handle is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Handle throws a lazy uppercut
and Better connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Handle stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Better.
Better showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Handle.
Handle misses with a jab, cross combination. #T1#
Better avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A swing and a miss from Handle.
Handle misses the jab.
Better works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.#TD#
Better gets a double leg takedown into Handle's guard.
Handle pulls Better in close to his closed guard and prevents Better from doing any damage or advancing position.
Better with a flurry of punches that miss.
Better is looking to pass into half guard but Handle pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Handle is in guard.#REVB#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Better has a closed guard, preventing Handle from standing up.
Better avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #T2#
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Handle's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #CUT2#
Evan Better's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Better has his hands on Handle's head, controlling the position.
Handle working some strikes from top position.#CUT2#
Jeez, Evan Better's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:40 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Max Handle!
After winning the bout, Max Handle thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
In defeat, Evan Better stepped up to the mic, saying 'Lucky, lucky, lucky.'.

Event: DFN#28 Scarface vs Allen
Date: Nov 25, 2017

#R1#
Bradford throws a head kick that misses.
Better moves out of range as Bradford throws a body kick. #TD2#
Bradford tries to sprawl but Better drives through with a takedown into half guard.#ES#
Bradford has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Better is on him like a limpet, forcing Bradford back against the cage.
Better prevents Bradford from breaking the clinch.
Better dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Bradford is working for takedown but Better is calmly controlling the position for now.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Better 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.
A short right from Better.
Bradford avoiding damage as Better throws knees to the body.
Better changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Bradford fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Better wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.#T1#
A slapping leg kick lands for Better.
Better throws a front kick aimed at Bradford's knee but Bradford avoids it well.
Bradford keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #TD2#
Better shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Bradford napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Sloppy strikes there by Better.
Better working the ground and pound but Bradford is defending the strikes.
Bradford defending against the ground and pound.
Better cracks Bradford with a big right hand but Bradford just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Better lands a nice forearm strike.
Bradford is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.#T2#
Bradford trying to control but Better postures up. #SUB2#
Better 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.
Better thows a huge punch but Bradford dodges it nicely.
Better works his way into full mount! #T3##SUB2#
Better jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Bradford manages to avoid the submission attempt. #SUB2#
Better wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Bradford, who protects the arm well.
Bradford is not content to let Better control the position. #SUB2#
Better is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Bradford has escaped the position, nice work there. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Bradford tries to bench press Better off him but Better keeps the position.
Bradford can't do much from the bottom here.
Better cracks Bradford with a big right hand but Bradford just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bradford is trying to control Better's posture but Better avoids it.
Better lands a decent elbow from side control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Evan Better dominated that round.
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#
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Better, as that shot connected.
Bradford takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Better throws a nice outside leg kick.
Bradford gets off balance looking for a body kick#TD2#
and Better counters with a nice double leg into side control. Bradford won't be happy with that. #ES#
Bradford sneaks out the side door and pushes Better away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Better fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Bradford has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Better thumps Bradford with a low kick.
Better cracks Bradford with a right hand to the side of the head.#CL2#
Better moves into the clinch.#BC#
Bradford pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Better throws out a loose jab but Bradford uses good head movement to avoid it. #T1#
A low kick from Bradford misses
and Better counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Better misses with a leg kick
and Bradford counters with a two punch combo.
Bradford fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Better is out of range.
Better throws a lazy uppercut
and Bradford counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Better fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Bradford.
Bradford misses with a hook.
Bradford tries a head kick but it misses.
Better has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Better lands a slapping body shot.
Better stuns Bradford with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Better throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Bradford on the side of the head. #T2#
Better moves out of range of the body kick.
Better with the counter takedown but Bradford avoids it easily.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Better pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Bradford lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Better throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Bradford fires out a quick counter leg kick but Better just manages to avoid it.
Bradford keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Better listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Bradford avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Better.
A head kick misses from Bradford.
Bradford moves forwards but Better connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Bradford takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing. #T3#
Good standup being displayed there by Better as he connects with a hook.
Better fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Better clobbers Bradford with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Bradford drops his hands momentarily and Better takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Bradford takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Better throws the left hand but Bradford avoids the punch easily.
Better has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Bradford finds it's way round the side to connect with Better's head.
Bradford pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Bradford thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Better if he has to take too many more of those.
Better will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Bradford thinks about countering with a body kick.#T4#
Better throws out a leg kick but Bradford moves out of range and Better only half commits.
Bradford takes one to the chin there.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bradford throws a half hearted mid kick.
A clash of legs there as Bradford blocks the low kick.
Bradford misses with a kick to the body #TD2#
and Better counters with a shoot takedown. Bradford fights it but they end up in guard.
Better stands and throws Bradford's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Better wants to control but Bradford is keeping him busy.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Evan Better showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3##TD2#
Better shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Better showed some decent athleticism there.
Better working over Bradford with some ground and pound. Bradford looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Bradford keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Better throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Bradford is trying to maintain the position but Better is very close to passing his half guard.
Bradford won't allow Better to pass to mount. #T1##SUB2#
Better is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Better seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. #SUB2#
Bradford is defending against the submission attempts here by Better.
Better is pressing down on Bradford's thigh, looking to free his foot. Bradford is holding on for now. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Bradford keeping hold of Better's head, controlling as best he can.
Better missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #SUB2#
Better is looking for a kimura but Bradford is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Better to get the leverage.
Better thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #T3#
Bradford is staying active underneath Better, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD2#
Better shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Bradford manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Bradford knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Better on the ground.
Better postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Better stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Bradford swivels though and keeps the full guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Better accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Sonny Bradford has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Bradford keeping moving, preventing Better from controlling successfully.
Evan Better has got the better of the ground game so far.
Better with a flurry of punches that miss. #T4#
Better trying to control but Bradford is working from the bottom.
Better passes Bradford's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Evan Better is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Better is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Better's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.

And that's the end of the fight!
Evan Better comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Better 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 Anthony Taglia scores the fight 27:30
Judge Columbo Gatti scores the fight 27:30
Judge Russell Pearce scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Evan Better!
An out of breath Evan Better thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: DUEL#106 Feltre vs Pearson
Date: Nov 11, 2017

#R1#
A swing and a miss from Hoshigaki.
Better appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
A head kick by Hoshigaki misses
and Better counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Better is looking to chop away at Hoshigaki's legs.
Better rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Hoshigaki counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Hoshigaki is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Better.
Better misses the shot to the body.
A left and a right from Better both land. Nice combination.
Good leg kick by Better there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Hoshigaki tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Hoshigaki throws a nice looking combination but Better bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Better finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt. #TD2#
Better shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Hoshigaki manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.#T1#
Hoshigaki is wriggling around but Better manages to pass to half guard.
Better wants to pass the guard but Hoshigaki is defending well.
Hoshigaki trying to control from the bottom.
Hoshigaki trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Better manages to pass to mount!
Better prevents Hoshigaki from getting the reversal.#T2#
Hoshigaki wants to hold on but Better pushes him away.
Better landing strikes, looking to finish!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Better wants to control the pace but Hoshigaki is squirming around nicely.
Hoshigaki wants to control but Better is having none of it.
Better thowing strikes but they're hitting the gloves, not doing any damage.
Hoshigaki is trying to get to the cage to help him get back to his feet.
Hoshigaki is working to get back to half guard.
Hoshigaki gets back to half guard.#T3#
Hoshigaki wants to get back to his feet.
Hoshigaki is holding on to half guard well.
Hoshigaki wants to control but Better is keeping busy.
Better wants to take a breather but Hoshigaki is having none of it.
Better prevents Hoshigaki from improving his position.
Hoshigaki makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Hoshigaki.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Better wants to pass the guard but Hoshigaki is keeping the position.
Hoshigaki is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Hoshigaki looks to throw the jab but Better is out of range. #TD2#
Better closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Hoshigaki quickly recovers to half guard.
Better stalling away here and it's allowed Hoshigaki to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Hoshigaki looking to control.
Better is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Evan Better 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#
Better misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Hoshigaki dodges the punch combination from Better.
Hoshigaki tests Better's chin there with a solid looking shot.
A big right from Better misses.
Evan Better seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Better shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Better scores with a hook to the body. Hoshigaki takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Better misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Better has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.
Better has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Better throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Hoshigaki's waist but Hoshigaki gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Better off to one side. #TD2#
Better drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.#SUB2#
Better working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #T1#
Better misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
Hoshigaki is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
Hoshigaki wants to control but Better postures up.
Evan Better has got the better of the ground game so far.
Hoshigaki is looking to reverse the position.
Better working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SUB2#
Better swings around for an armbar but Hoshigaki sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Better's guard.
Hoshigaki controls from within his opponent's guard.
Hoshigaki has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Hoshigaki wants to control from the top but Better keeps moving.
Hoshigaki trying to stand up but can't free himself from Better's guard.#T3#
Hoshigaki is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #SUB2#
Better pushes a forearm under Hoshigaki's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Hoshigaki is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:42 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Evan Better!
Our winner, Evan Better, 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: DUEL#103 Stenberg vs The Sigit
Date: Oct 21, 2017

#R1##CL2#
Better forces Hamidovich Saitiev back against the cage and clinches.
Hamidovich Saitiev has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Better avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Better lands a body shot in the clinch. #TD2#
Better tightens his grip and picks Hamidovich Saitiev up, before dumping him to the ground. Hamidovich Saitiev manages to land in guard.
Better is standing up over Hamidovich Saitiev. Hamidovich Saitiev looks to escape but Better dives into side control. #REVR#
Better throws a strike aimed at the side of Hamidovich Saitiev's head but Hamidovich Saitiev avoids it well.
Better scores with a couple of short elbows.
Better prevents Hamidovich Saitiev from escaping the position.
Hamidovich Saitiev tries to improve position but can't.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Better working his ground and pound in the gym.
Hamidovich Saitiev knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Better on the ground.
Hamidovich Saitiev takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Hamidovich Saitiev is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #SUB2#
Better thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #T1#
Hamidovich Saitiev tries to improve position but can't.
Better scoring with punches from side control. #SUB2#
Better working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Better trying to control the action but Hamidovich Saitiev is working from the bottom.
Hamidovich Saitiev is looking to regain half guard here but Better keeps moving and retains side control.
Better has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Better sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Hamidovich Saitiev is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB2#
Better working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Hamidovich Saitiev avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Better.
Better lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face. #SUB2#
Better tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Better has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Better in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Better cracks Hamidovich Saitiev with a big right hand but Hamidovich Saitiev just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go. #T3##SUB2#
Better tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Better has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Hamidovich Saitiev is looking to reverse the position.#SUB2#
Better working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Better tries to land with some ground and pound but misses. #SUB2#
Better thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Better throws an elbow but Hamidovich Saitiev slips to the side and avoids it well.
Better lands a decent elbow from side control. #T4#
Hamidovich Saitiev manages to work his way to half guard, despite Better's best efforts.#SUB2#
Hamidovich Saitiev is looking to regain full guard. He's left an arm up in the air though and Better has latched onto it... Big trouble! Better pivots for an armbar - it's in tight and it Hamidovich Saitiev is tapping in no time flat! Great counter grappling there from Better!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Evan Better!
Evan Better seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: DFN#23 Pearson vs Von Ketler
Date: Sep 30, 2017

#R1#
Better misses with the body kick
and Stenbeck makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Better throws a low kick but it's checked well by Stenbeck.
A big left from Stenbeck misses.
Better appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Better moves out of range of the strikes.
Stenbeck is looking to chop away at Better's legs.
Better drops down looking for a counter takedown but Stenbeck sprawls and moves away.
Stenbeck fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Better manages to avoid it.
Better lands with a shot to the body.
Stenbeck throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. #TD#
Better closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Stenbeck looks like he's trying to stand up.
Stenbeck is trying to get back to full guard.
We've been hearing that Better has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.#T1#
Stenbeck pushes Better off looking to stand but Better dives back in and keeps control.
Better wants to take a breather but Stenbeck is having none of it.
Better wants to advance to full mount but Stenbeck doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead.
Stenbeck looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Stenbeck is adopting a defensive guard.
Stenbeck working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Better. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Better passes Stenbeck's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Better takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Stenbeck wants to improve his position but Better is controlling well.
Stenbeck is staying active underneath Better, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Better thows a huge punch but Stenbeck dodges it nicely.
Better is trying to control. Stenbeck wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Better is pressing down on Stenbeck's thigh, looking to free his foot. Stenbeck is holding on for now.
Stenbeck moves into full guard.
Better has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Stenbeck bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Better's guard. #REVB##T3#
Better is pulling down on Stenbeck's head. It's preventing any offense from Stenbeck, at least for the moment.
Stenbeck is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Stenbeck is continuing to stall.#SUB#
Better working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Stenbeck doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Stenbeck manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Stenbeck sitting in guard here, content to control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Stenbeck's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Better looking for a sweep. Not yet Better, not yet. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Better rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Stenbeck moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
And Stenbeck responds with a good body kick, but Better manages to step out the way in time.
Stenbeck ducks under a wild hook from Better.
Stenbeck tries to work over Better's front leg with a kick but Better checks it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Stenbeck attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Better is looking to score with low kicks.#CL#
Better darts in and clinches Stenbeck up against the cage.
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 Evan Better will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
A head kick misses from Better. #TD#
Better looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Stenbeck!
Stenbeck is looking to reverse the position.#SUB#
Better goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Stenbeck has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Better but great work by Stenbeck.
Better manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Stenbeck works his way to full guard. Good work.
Stenbeck controlling the position.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#ES2#
Stenbeck pushes Better off and scrambles back to his feet.
Better lands a jab to the nose.
Stenbeck pivots, looking for a leg kick but Better is out of range and Stenbeck settles back down.
Better feinted there with a counter leg kick.#T1#
Better takes a swing at Stenbeck's ribcage but misses.
Stenbeck flicks out a counter leg kick but Better steps away.
Stenbeck throws a poor cross that misses
and Better cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Better throws the kick towards the body but Stenbeck avoids it.
Stenbeck looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Stenbeck connects with a looping right hand.
Better gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Stenbeck.
Better misses with a leg kick.
Gustaf Stenbeck seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Better lands with a hook. Stenbeck tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Stenbeck scores with a decent looking hook.
A big right from Better misses.
Stenbeck throws a leg kick but Better checks it.
Stenbeck throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Better sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Better looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Stenbeck swings and misses with a hook to the body. #T2##CL2#
Stenbeck rushes Better and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Stalling in the clinch from Better.
Stenbeck avoiding damage as Better throws knees to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Stenbeck lands a body punch. #BC#
Better breaks from the clinch.
Better checks the leg kick.
Better misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
A nice side step and Stenbeck releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Stenbeck misses with a left hand
and Better counters with a thumping low kick.
Better checks a leg kick nicely.
Stenbeck misses with a leg kick.
Better throws a big counter combination but Stenbeck scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Better feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Stenbeck's calf.
Stenbeck throws out a loose jab but Better uses good head movement to avoid it.
Stenbeck 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. #T3#
Better ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Better scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Stenbeck misses with a low kick as Better jumps back.
Stenbeck misses with a looping left.
Better slips under a jab.
Gustaf Stenbeck is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Better tries for a takedown but Stenbeck circles away easily
and Stenbeck makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Better scores with a hook to the body. Stenbeck takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Better has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Better there as he acknowledges the shot.
Better has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Stenbeck.
Better misses with a low kick.
Stenbeck 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.
Better throws a leg kick
and Stenbeck counters with a thumping low kick. #T4#
Stenbeck wants to land a leg kick but Better is out of range.
Stenbeck tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Better fails in his attempt to clinch.
Stenbeck lands a jab to the nose.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Better checks the leg kick.
Better thows a left - swing and a miss!
Better fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Stenbeck.
Better lands a leg kick that knocks Stenbeck off balance momentarily.
Stenbeck throws a jab when Better was well out of range.
Stenbeck keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Better swings for the body but Stenbeck moves out of range.
Stenbeck misses with a body kick.
Better appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Gustaf Stenbeck showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, 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#
Better misses with an uppercut.
Better misses with a low kick.
Stenbeck throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Better appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Better swats away the attempt to clinch by Stenbeck.
Better tries for a takedown but Stenbeck sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Better throws a body punch but Stenbeck moves out of range.
A left and a right from Stenbeck both land. Nice combination. #CUT2#
It looks like Evan Better has been cut.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Better 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 Stenbeck has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Stenbeck and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Decent striking displayed by Better there.
Better throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Better takes one to the chin there.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Stenbeck, right into the meat. #T1#
Stenbeck throws a body punch but Better moves out of range.
Stenbeck misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Better. #TD#
Better closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Stenbeck's guard.
Stenbeck looking to control.
Stenbeck pulls Better in close to prevent any damage.
Gustaf Stenbeck has got the better of the ground game so far.
Better trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Stenbeck wants to sweep but no luck.
Better stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Stenbeck swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Better is working hard here to advance position.#T2##ES2#
The fighters are working up against the cage. Stenbeck manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.
Better tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Stenbeck's elbow. #BC#
Better breaks the clinch.
Better fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Stenbeck manages to avoid it.
Better throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Stenbeck misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick. #CL#
Better moves into the clinch successfully.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Better pushes Stenbeck back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Better scores a nice knee to the body.
Stenbeck blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Stenbeck tries to work over Better's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A short right from Better on the inside.
Better throws a punch but it's blocked by Stenbeck. #T3#
Stenbeck digs a right hand underneath Better's ribcage. Better let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Stenbeck digs a right hand underneath Better's ribcage. Better let out a lung full of air as it connected.
A left hand lands to the body for Better.
Better content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Better prevents a body shot from Stenbeck.
Stenbeck working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Stenbeck scores with an uppercut up the middle.#BC#
Better breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Stenbeck throws a half hearted mid kick.
Stenbeck misses with a body kick.
Better feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Better fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Better finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Stenbeck jabbing away but nothing is landing. #T4#
Better takes one to the chin there.
Stenbeck takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Stenbeck stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Stenbeck wants it to stay on the feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Evan Better. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Better throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Better throws a leg kick but Stenbeck sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Stenbeck fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Better throws a hook but Stenbeck avoids it easily.
Better on the wrong end of a nice jab.#TD#
Better looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Stenbeck trying to control the position.
Stenbeck tries to land a sweep but no joy.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Gustaf Stenbeck.
I think Stenbeck 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 John Roberts scores the fight 28:30
Judge Anthony Taglia scores the fight 28:29
Judge Dean Styles scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Gustaf Stenbeck!
In defeat, Evan Better stepped up to the mic, saying 'Lucky, lucky, lucky.'.

Event: DFN#20 Adelhard vs Eluard
Date: Sep 02, 2017

#R1#
Nowak swings widly with a right hand
and Better counters with a straight right hand.
Better scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Nowak misses with a hook
and Better counters with a slapping leg kick.
Better slips a jab from Nowak.
Better wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Better bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Nowak misses the body punch
and Better counters with a good low kick that Nowak was not able to check.
Better lands a head shot.
Better scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Nowak throws a shot from downtown. Better moves away and avoids it.
Better moves into range and connects with a jab.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nowak is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Better.
Nowak throws a right hand that misses
letting Better counter with a right hand.
Better changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Nowak misses with a looping right.
Better bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Nowak missing with a left hand there. Better was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #T1#
Nowak on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Good leg kick by Better there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Nowak is really struggling to find his range with his punches. Better's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.
Nowak takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Nowak throws a right hand that misses
and Better counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Jakub Nowak is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Better throws a head kick that Nowak semi-blocks.
Nowak misses with an uppercut
and Better counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Better dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Nowak. That did some damage!
Jakub Nowak seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nowak misses with a body shot
and Better counters with a nice low kick that buckles Nowak's knee momentarily.
Nowak 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.
Better shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Nowak eats them both and turns towards Better to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#CL2#
Better moves into the clinch.
Nowak wants to break free but Better has control.
Better has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Nowak working aggressively here.
Better lands an uppercut.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Nowak takes a knee to the side of the body. #T2#
Nowak takes an elbow to the temple.
Better lands a body punch in the clinch. #TD2#
Better lands a takedown into guard.
Nowak is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Better dives into side control. #REVR#
Better lands a few punches from side control.
Better cracks Nowak with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Better misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
Better in side control, throwing shots but Nowak defends.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
Nowak taking punishment in the form of punches.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Better working his ground and pound in the gym.
Better has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#T3#
Better working the body and head with strikes. #SUB2#
Better goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Nowak rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Better's guard! Nice work there by Nowak!
Better trying to control the position here.
Nowak might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Better is continuing to stall.
Better's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Nowak has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#T4##SUB2#
Better working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Nowak doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Better is tightening it up a little... Nowak has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Nowak reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Nowak taps out! Nice BJJ there by Better!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:43 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Evan Better!
Evan Better decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: DFN#15 Peukalo vs Mitchell
Date: Aug 05, 2017

#R1#
Staal uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.#CUT2#
It looks like Evan Better has been cut.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Staal, right into the meat.
Staal takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Staal doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Staal lands a nice hook to Better's body. Better takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Better throws a chopping leg kick but Staal manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Staal has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Better.
Better tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Staal was well out of range. Poor timing from Better.
Better lands a leg kick that knocks Staal off balance momentarily.
Better lands a jab to the head.
Staal jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Better half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Better throws a lazy uppercut
and Staal counters with a right hand to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Better misses with a leg kick. #T1#
Staal fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Better is out of range.
Better throws a leg kick but Staal moved away.
Staal follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Better misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Staal.
Better throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Staal throws out a counter right but Better avoids it with no problem.
Better throws a body shot but no joy.
Staal looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Better shoots in for a takedown but Staal shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Staal replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Better blocks it well.
Better throws an off balance right hand
and Staal counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Better moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Staal misses with a straight left.
Better ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Better throws a leg kick but Staal moved away.#T2#
Better misses with a body shot. #TD#
Better throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Staal tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Better is in Staal's guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Better stopping the sweep attempt from Staal.
Staal pulls Better in close to prevent any damage.
Staal has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Hunter MMA. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Staal looking to hit a scissor sweep but Better is one step ahead there.
Staal bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Better's guard. #REVB#
Staal throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Better works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Better looking to hit a scissor sweep but Staal is one step ahead there.
Staal content to stall in guard here. #T3#
Staal postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Staal throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Better works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Better looking for a sweep. Not yet Better, not yet.
Staal is stalling in the full guard.
Staal wants to control from the top but Better keeps moving. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Better looking for a sweep. Not yet Better, not yet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Staal wants to control from the top but Better keeps moving. #SUB#
Better is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Staal is aware though and is defending well.
Staal with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Staal is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Better keeping moving, preventing Staal from controlling successfully.
Better looking for a sweep. Not yet Better, not yet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Eric Staal will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Evan Better'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#
Staal misses with a wild body shot.
Staal takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Better scoring well with a low kick there.
Better throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Better misses with a body punch
letting Staal counter with a right hand.
Better misses the shot to the body.
Better shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Staal eats them both and turns towards Better to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Staal throws a jab but it's blocked by Better.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Staal checks a leg kick.
Staal avoids a kick to the body.
Better fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Better doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.#T1#
Better scores with a hook.
Better looks to land a combination but Staal avoids it well.
Better lands the left hand.
Better lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
A chopping leg kick lands by Better.
Evan Better is winning the standup battle so far.
Better misses the shot to the body.
Jab from Staal.
Staal is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Better.
Better throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Staal takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Better is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Staal can do to turn this around?
Better lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Staal at a distance. #T2#
Better lands a body shot.
Better is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A slapping leg kick lands for Staal.
Staal scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Better tries to close the distance and clinch but Staal swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Staal swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Better misses with a head kick.
Better blocks a jab.
Better throws a one two combo.
Evan Better seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Staal fails with the takedown.
Better with a poor takedown
and Staal counters with a thumping low kick.
Better is looking to wear down Staal with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Better misses with a telegraphed body shot #KD2#
and Staal counters with a head kick that drops Better to the mat! Better scrambles across the canvas and gets back to his feet, still wobbly!#ROC2#
Better is rocked!
Crack! Staal connects with the perfect overhand right and Better falls face first to the canvas. Timbeeeeeeeer! Beautiful knockout for Staal!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:05 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Eric Staal!
Evan Better was interviewed post fight and said 'Lucky, lucky, lucky.'.

Event: DUEL#83 Ibaka vs Paquette
Date: Jul 15, 2017

#R1#
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Hoffman , as that shot connected. #TD2#
Better shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Better trying to control but Hoffman is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Hoffman escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Better gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Hoffman working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Better doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Better manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Hoffman throws his legs up looking for a submission but Better uses it to pass to side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hoffman tries to strike from the bottom but misses.
Better lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face. #SUB2#
Better is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Hoffman has escaped the position, nice work there.
Hoffman is trying to get back to half guard.#T1#
Better in side control lands a decent elbow.
Hoffman is looking to regain half guard here but Better keeps moving and retains side control.
Better trying to control the action but Hoffman is working from the bottom.
Hoffman tries to improve position but can't.
Hoffman is trying to control Better's posture but Better avoids it.
Hoffman regains half guard.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Hoffman tries to roll over but Better keeps him under control.
Better wants to control but Hoffman is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Hoffman looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Hoffman tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Better seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Better is looking to take a break and control but Hoffman is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
Hoffman is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Better pulls his head out easily.
Better is keen to just control but Hoffman is a slippery customer.
Better 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. #T3#
Hoffman gets back to full guard.
Better stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hoffman swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Hoffman looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Hoffman might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#SUB#
Hoffman throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SUB#
Hoffman throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Hoffman bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Better's guard. #REVR#
Hoffman is in close to Better's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Better avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #T4#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Better is on top in guard. #REVB#
Better postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Better distracts Hoffman with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.#SUB#
Hoffman working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Better has passed into half guard!
Better slips a nice elbow through Hoffman 's hands, connecting with Hoffman 's forehead.
Better scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Better looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Hoffman gets back to full guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hoffman working a defensive guard here. #SUB#
Hoffman has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Better can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Evan Better dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Better throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Better swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Hoffman needs to keep his hands up - Better had a free shot at his head there.
Hoffman fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Better appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Hoffman looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Better misses the shot to the body.
Better misses with a hook #TD#
and Hoffman counters with a nice double leg into side control. Better won't be happy with that.
Better is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Hoffman off and has taken his back!
Hoffman is trying to break free.
Hoffman is working hard here to advance position.
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!
Better tries to get the hooks in deep but Hoffman pushed the leg off.
Hoffman tries to escape but Better has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Better lands a couple of good shots to his opponent's body and a final shot to the head. Good little attack there by Better. #SUB2#
Better looking for the choke but no joy. #T1#
Hoffman manages to reverse the position and now he's in Better's guard. Nice work there by Hoffman .
Hoffman keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Better's head.#SUB2#
Better escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Hoffman gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Better is pulling down on Hoffman 's head. It's preventing any offense from Hoffman , at least for the moment.
Hoffman is working Better over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #T2#
Hoffman lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#SUB#
Hoffman has gone for a leg lock! Better slips out almost immediately though and dives into Hoffman 's guard.#REVB##SUB#
Better has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing Hoffman to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! Better is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - Hoffman pulls down on the head and he's put Better to sleep! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:29 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Albert Hoffman !
Albert Hoffman gave a mention to Urban Fighter in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).
The defeated Evan Better had this to say: 'Lucky, lucky, lucky.'.

Event: DFN#6 Army vs Bangsit
Date: Jun 21, 2017

#R1#
A low kick from Stenbeck misses #TD#
and Better counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Stenbeck!
Stenbeck is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Better working the body and head with strikes.
Stenbeck holds on to Better's head and controls the position momentarily. #SUB#
Better tries for a kimura but Stenbeck is defending well.
Stenbeck avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Better.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Better cracks Stenbeck with a big elbow. #T1#
Stenbeck is looking to reverse the position.
Better prevents Stenbeck from escaping the position.
You can see the frustration on Stenbeck's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Better scoring with punches from side control.
Better working the head with strikes.
Stenbeck is trying to buck Better off.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Better cracks Stenbeck with a big right hand but Stenbeck just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go. #T2#
Better landing strikes.
Stenbeck wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
Better wants to take a breather but Stenbeck manages to regain guard - a lesson learnt for Better.
Stenbeck trying to control the position.
Better throws a big elbow that misses.
Stenbeck keeping moving, preventing Better from controlling successfully. #T3#
Better preventing the sweep.
Stenbeck is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Stenbeck can't keep his opponent in guard - Better advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Stenbeck wants to get back to full guard.
Better trying to control from half guard but Stenbeck is working away.
Better is figuring out what he wants to do next.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Better scoring with strikes to the body and head. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Stenbeck tries to kick Better off but Better keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Better has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Stenbeck trying to control but Better postures up.
Stenbeck keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Stenbeck trying to control from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Better with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Better checks a low kick from Stenbeck.
Better moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Stenbeck takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Better swings for the body but Stenbeck moves out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Evan Better dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Stenbeck closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. #TD#
Better closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Stenbeck to the mat! Stenbeck manages to get full guard.
Better trying to control the position from guard on top but Stenbeck is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Better trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Better controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Better won't allow Stenbeck to sweep him here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Better trying to control the position from guard on top but Stenbeck is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Better postures up and lands a big shot to Stenbeck's brow. #T1#
Stenbeck wants to stand and escape but Better is having none of it.
Better chips away with some ground and pound.
Better passes Stenbeck's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Better is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Better missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Better seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Stenbeck does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Stenbeck tries to roll over but Better keeps him under control.#T2##SUB#
Better is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Stenbeck has managed to free his arm - good work.
Better is trying to control. Stenbeck wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Stenbeck trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Better manages to pass to mount!
Better raining down shots from the mount!
Better fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there! #T3#
Stenbeck is squirming around, avoiding Better's attempts to control the action.
Better working away from the top, dropping strikes.
Stenbeck can't escape the position.
Stenbeck slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Stenbeck has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Better wants to free his trapped foot but Stenbeck is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Better stops Stenbeck from getting back to his feet.
Stenbeck tries to roll over but Better keeps him under control.#T4#
Stenbeck is holding on to half guard well.
Stenbeck is pressing down on Better's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Stenbeck looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Better trying to control the position from guard on top but Stenbeck is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Better makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Stenbeck is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Better trying to control but Stenbeck is working from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Evan Better dominated that second 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.
#R3#
Better moves out of range of the strikes.
Better shoots in and drives through. Stenbeck sprawls well.
Stenbeck avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Stenbeck replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Better blocks it well.
Stenbeck throws out a loose jab but Better uses good head movement to avoid it.
Stenbeck throws an off balance right hand
enabling Better to counter with a crisp jab.
Stenbeck blocks a low kick nicely.
Better fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Better is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Stenbeck can do to turn this around?
Stenbeck connects with a solid leg kick.
Stenbeck takes a shot right to the bread basket.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Stenbeck chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Better can pounce on him.
Stenbeck has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Better.
A shot to the body from Better misses
and Stenbeck counters with a nice uppercut. #CUT2#
It looks like Evan Better has been cut.
Stenbeck moves out of range of the body kick from Better. #T1#
Better turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
A slow jab from Better misses its intended target.
Better misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Stenbeck counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Better thinking.
Gustaf Stenbeck is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Better looks to score with a jab to the body but Stenbeck is just out of range.
Better is looking to wear down Stenbeck with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Stenbeck misses with a jab, cross combination.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Better crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Stenbeck - the referee stops the clock and Better gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Stenbeck. Better manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Stenbeck throws a body kick that misses.
Stenbeck connects with a body shot that sends Better's belly button to the back.
Stenbeck tries to clinch up.
Nice sprawl there from Stenbeck as Better shoots in.
Stenbeck throws a low kick but Better avoids it.#T2#
Stenbeck throws a half hearted mid kick.
Better tries for a takedown but Stenbeck sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Evan Better. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Better is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Stenbeck.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Better tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Stenbeck was well out of range. Poor timing from Better.
Stenbeck misses with an attempted mid kick.
Gustaf Stenbeck seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Stenbeck with a jab.
Good shot there by Better.
Better scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Better steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Stenbeck.
Better with a body punch. A glancing blow.
An inside leg kick lands from Better.
Stenbeck throws out a loose jab but Better uses good head movement to avoid it. #T3#
Stenbeck connects with the punch.
Stenbeck moves away from the strike by Better.
Stenbeck throws out a counter right but Better avoids it with no problem.
A clash of legs there as Stenbeck blocks the low kick.
Stenbeck keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Better stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Stenbeck.
Stenbeck feints and then cracks Better's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Better down.
Stenbeck throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Better throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Stenbeck scores with a nice body kick.
Better throws a shot from downtown. Stenbeck moves away and avoids it.
Stenbeck walks into a stiff left hand from Better.#T4#
Stenbeck uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Better.
Better misses with a body shot.
Better wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Better takes a swing at Stenbeck's ribcage but misses.
Stenbeck dodges the punch combination from Better.
Stenbeck throws out a counter right but Better avoids it with no problem.
Better misses with a jab to the body
and Stenbeck counters with a nice body shot.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Better throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range. #TD#
Better shoots in for a takedown and gets it.#ES2#
Stenbeck has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Better is on him like a limpet, forcing Stenbeck back against the cage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close third round but Gustaf Stenbeck just about did enough to take it.
The cut man is working on Evan Better's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R4#
Better lands a nice leg kick that just misses Stenbeck's sensitive parts.
Better is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Better takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Good shot there by Stenbeck.
Better shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
A telegraphed right hand from Stenbeck misses the target.
Better throws a body punch but Stenbeck moves out of range.
Stenbeck looks to score with a jab to the body but Better is just out of range.
Better thinks about countering with a head kick.
Better lands with a nice body punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Better swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Better 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.
Better gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Stenbeck looks to land a right hand but Better moved out of range.
It looks like Better has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.#T1#
Better moves out of range of the strikes.
Better uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Stenbeck.
Better throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Stenbeck takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Better.
Stenbeck uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Better.
Stenbeck lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Stenbeck fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Better manages to avoid it.
Better staying out of range there.
Nice body kick there by Better.
Better fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.#T2#
Better throws a body shot but no joy.
A looping hook to the body misses from Better. Stenbeck does a little dance to reset his feet.
A little jabbing left from Stenbeck on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Better throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Stenbeck appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Better connects with a crisp jab.
Better connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Stenbeck momentarily.
A looping hook to the body misses from Better. Stenbeck does a little dance to reset his feet.
Evan Better seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Stenbeck has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Better.
Stenbeck takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Stenbeck throws a wild body kick that Better sees coming a mile off.
Stenbeck lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.#CUT2#
Evan Better's cut is getting worse.
Better throws the left hand but Stenbeck avoids the punch easily.
A slow jab from Stenbeck misses its intended target. #T3#
Better slips under a jab from Stenbeck.
Better throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Stenbeck stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Better looks to land a combination but Stenbeck avoids it well.
A telegraphed right hand from Stenbeck misses the target.
Better closes this distance looking for a takedown but Stenbeck circles away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Evan Better. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Better checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Better uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Stenbeck.
Good leg kick by Better there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
A slow jab from Stenbeck misses its intended target.
Stenbeck bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Better's head.
Better tries to clinch but Stenbeck is having none of it. #T4#
Stenbeck throws an overhand right that lands on Better's shoulder, as Better tries to avoid the shot.
Better looks to score with a jab to the body but Stenbeck is just out of range.
Stenbeck uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Better.
Stenbeck with a nice cross.
Stenbeck scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Better lands a body shot.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A low kick from Better misses
and Stenbeck counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Better thinking.
Better fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Stenbeck slips a jab from Better.
Stenbeck tries a head kick but it misses.
Better throwing a counter right hand but Stenbeck manages to avoid it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close fourth round but Gustaf Stenbeck will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Evan Better'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#
Stenbeck on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Better misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Stenbeck on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Better. Better obviously looking to wear him down.
Better shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Stenbeck as he avoids it easily.
The fighters circling - Stenbeck throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Better fires out a quick counter leg kick but Stenbeck just manages to avoid it.
Better takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Stenbeck takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Stenbeck misses with the combination.
Better feinted with a counter takedown.
Better gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Stenbeck.#T1#
Better missing with a left hand there. Stenbeck was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Nice defenses there by Better.
Better lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Stenbeck checks a low kick from Better.
Better scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Stenbeck doesn't seem bothered though.
Stenbeck avoids the head kick by Better.
It seemed like Stenbeck was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Better throws a quick inside leg kick.
Stenbeck throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Better stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Stenbeck chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Stenbeck keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Stenbeck counters with a body kick.#T2#
Better lands with a good body shot.
Stenbeck uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Better.
Better cracks the inside of Stenbeck's front leg.
Good work by Better as he checks the leg kick.
Better closes this distance looking for a takedown but Stenbeck circles away.
Stenbeck throws out a counter right but Better avoids it with no problem.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Evan Better. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Stenbeck missing with a left hand there. Better was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Stenbeck takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.#CL#
Better closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Stenbeck lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Stenbeck lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #BC2#
Stenbeck escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #T3#
Better throws a body punch but Stenbeck moves out of range.
Stenbeck throws the kick towards the body but Better avoids it.
Better tries to counter with a takedown but Stenbeck is quick to defend against it.
A big right from Better misses.
A swing and a miss from Stenbeck.
Better half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Better takes one to the side of the head.
Stenbeck throws a lazy head kick
letting Better counter with a right hand.
Stenbeck tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Better paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Better jabs at Stenbeck's body.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Stenbeck checks a leg kick.
Stenbeck feints a counter leg kick.
A slapping leg kick lands for Stenbeck.
Stenbeck misses with a hook.#T4#
Better lands a leg kick that knocks Stenbeck off balance momentarily.
Stenbeck misses with an attempted mid kick.
Better half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Stenbeck looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Better fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Stenbeck.
Better bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Better uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Stenbeck.
Stenbeck rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Better moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Stenbeck avoids the body shot from Better.
Better slips a straight right by Stenbeck.
Nice sprawl there from Stenbeck as Better shoots in.
Better moves out of range as Stenbeck strikes.

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 Evan Better.
I think Better 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 Columbo Gatti scores the fight 47:48
Judge Steve Montenegro scores the fight 48:47
Judge Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 48:47

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

Event: DUEL#74 Bomb vs Crimson
Date: Jun 10, 2017

#R1#
Lynn takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Better keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
We've been hearing reports that Better has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Better throws a head kick that misses.
Lynn doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Lynn throws a poor cross that misses
and Better counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Better takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Better tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lynn was well out of range. Poor timing from Better.
Lynn throws a body punch but Better moves out of range.
Lynn misses the shot to the body.
Better moves out of range as Lynn strikes.
Better swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
A looping hook to the body misses from Better. Lynn does a little dance to reset his feet.#TD#
Better closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Lynn did well to prevent Better getting side control.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lynn is looking for a sweep. Better is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Lynn trying to hold on to Better's head to control him but Better postures up.
Better content to control rather than advance.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Better scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Better not landing any meaningful shots this time.
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. Better connects with a nice short shot to Lynn's temple.
Better has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Better slips a nice elbow through Lynn's hands, connecting with Lynn's forehead.#SUB#
Better is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Lynn defends it well.
Lynn is staying active underneath Better, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T2#
Better missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Better throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Better is controlling the pace.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Better lands a nice short elbow.#SUB#
Better is looking for a kimura here.
Lynn told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.#T3#
Better lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Lynn tries to roll over but Better keeps him under control.
Better throwing shots but Lynn is blocking nicely.
Better sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Lynn defending well though.
Lynn is trying to control but can't. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Better trying to pass the guard but Lynn defending well.
Lynn is trying to maintain the position but Better is very close to passing his half guard.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Nice defenses there by Better.
Better scores with a hook to the body. Lynn takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Better connects with a leg kick. Lynn looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Lynn tried to score with a low kick but Better checks it.
Better feinted with a counter takedown.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Lynn swings and misses with a hook to the body.
It looked like Better wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Lynn throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Better lands a lovely overhand right.
Lynn has a takedown stuffed.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Evan Better dominated that round.
That's time! Better's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2##TD#
Better shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Lynn won't allow Better to pass to mount.
Lynn wants to get back to full guard.
Better stops Lynn from getting back to his feet. #SUB#
Better is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Lynn doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Better.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Better seems to be looking for submissions. #T1#
Lynn tries to roll over but Better keeps him under control.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Better in particular looking to stall.#SUB#
Better is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Better thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Lynn taking some punishment here, with Better in his half guard.
Lynn is looking to control Better's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Lynn avoid being mounted?
Better thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Lynn's head.
Evan Better overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Better looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Still in half guard, Better seems content to control.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Better is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Lynn can do to turn this around?#T3#
Lynn is trying to get back to full guard.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Lynn thows a leg kick but Better checks it
and Better counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Better chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Lynn throws a jab but it's blocked by Better.
Better staying out of range there.
Evan Better is winning the standup battle so far.
Better lands a slapping body shot.
Lynn ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Lynn swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A good leg kick by Better.
Lynn moves forwards but Better connects with a nice, crisp jab.#TD#
Better drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Better trying to control the position from guard on top but Lynn is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #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!
Lynn is trying to control the position but Better postures up.
Better trying to control the position from guard on top but Lynn is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Better is looking to work some ground and pound but Lynn has wrist control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Better scoring with punches to the head and body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Evan Better dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Lynn misses with an uppercut. Better saw that one coming.
Better throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Better.
Better looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Lynn swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Lynn circles away from the clinch attempt.
Better lands with a good body shot.
Lynn throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Lynn misses with a head kick.
Better is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Better slips under a jab from Lynn.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice defenses there by Better.
Lynn gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Better.
Better throws a series of strikes that have Lynn backpedaling.
Lynn ducks right into an uppercut from Better.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#TD#
Better 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.#T1#
Better trying to control but Lynn is working from the bottom.
Better scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Lynn looking to hit a scissor sweep but Better is one step ahead there.
Better postures up.
Better trying to control the position from guard on top but Lynn is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Better working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Lynn's head.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Better throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Lynn works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Better working some strikes from top position.
Better postures up in Lynn's guard and throws a big left but Lynn blocks it.
Lynn keeping moving, preventing Better from controlling successfully.
Better is pushing down on Lynn's leg trying to pass to half guard. Lynn is fighting to maintain full guard but Better has managed to sneak the leg through.
Better is trying to control. Lynn wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Better missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #T3#
Better wants to free his trapped foot but Lynn is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Better is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Better scores with a hook to the body. Lynn takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Russell Lynn has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Better uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lynn.
Better lands a jab.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Better with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time. #T4#
Lynn misses with some punches.
Lynn misses with a body punch.
Better misses with a hook to the ribs.
Better dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Evan Better is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#BC#
Better breaks the clinch.
Better takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Better blocks a jab.
Lynn avoids the head kick by Better.
Lynn on the wrong end of a kick to the body. #TD#
Better closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Better lands in his opponent's guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Better content to stall in guard here.

And that's the end of the fight!
Evan Better showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Better 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 Jonathan Paton scores the fight 30:27
Judge John Kavanagh scores the fight 30:27
Judge Alyssa Summers scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: EVO 308:
Date: Apr 05, 2017

#R1#
A solid leg kick lands there for Better.
Jab by Better.
Maanpohja drops his hands momentarily and Better takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. #TD#
Maanpohja closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Better's guard.#SUB2#
Better is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Maanpohja defends well.
Maanpohja is in close to Better's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Maanpohja scoring with punches to the head and body. #SUB#
Maanpohja has gone for a leg lock! Better slips out almost immediately though and dives into Maanpohja's guard.#REVB#
Better 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. #SUB#
Maanpohja looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Better trying to control but Maanpohja is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Maanpohja is looking to cinch up a triangle. Better throws the leg off to one side though and gets in tight to Maanpohja's body to avoid the submission. Maanpohja has instead reached around Better's neck and now has a guillotine! Oh, this is biiiig trouble! Maanpohja arches his back and squeezes and forces the tap from his hapless opponent.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Johannes Maanpohja!
Johannes Maanpohja very nearly forgot to thank Fury Nutrition amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.
In defeat, Evan Better stepped up to the mic, saying 'Lucky, lucky, lucky.'.

Event: CFC 409
Date: Nov 18, 2016

#R1#
Better throws a sloppy head kick and Jone moves out of range easily.
Better tries to clinch but Jone is having none of it.
Better throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Jone counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
A lazy left from Jone finds it's target.
Better swats away the attempt to clinch by Jone.
We've been informed that Jone 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.
Better takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Jone throws a lazy right hand but Better sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Jone swings widly with a right hand
and Jone takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Jone throws out a powerful jab.
Better bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#TD#
Better dives in and scores a takedown into Jone's guard.#ES2#
Jone is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Better can't find room to land a body shot as Jone controls the action.
Better throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Jone blocks it with crossed arms. #T1#
Better landing knees to the body.
Jone lands a nice shot to the body.
Jone scores with a shoulder strike.
Jone blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Better tries to land a knee to the head but Jone blocks with his arms.
Jone lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Jone lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Better blocks an uppercut. #BC#
Better manages to break the clinch.
Better misses with an uppercut.
Jone throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Better tries to work over Jone's front leg with a kick but Jone checks it.
Jone looks like he wants to counter punch here.#CL#
Better closes the distance and clinches.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Jone blocking some punches.
Jone lands a nice uppercut.#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Jone tries to land knees in the clinch but Better avoids the damage to the body.
Better tries to land a knee to the head but Jone blocks with his arms. #BC#
Better's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Jone misses the jab.#CL2#
Jone darts in and clinches Better up against the cage.
A nice left hand lands by Better.
Better stalls.
Jone lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Better backwards. #CUT2#
It looks like Evan Better has been cut.
Jone digs a right hand underneath Better's ribcage. Better let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Jone misses with a short punch on the inside.
Better throws a punch but it's blocked by Jone.
Better on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Jone tries to throw a body punch but Better avoids it by throwing Jone back against the cage.
Jone lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Jone scores with a shot to the side of Better's head.
Better lands a body shot in the clinch. #T3#
Better'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.
Jone has a couple of punches blocked by Better.
Jone throws a head punch that misses.
Better tries to pull guard but Jone forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Jone scores with a shoulder strike.
Jone takes a knee right on the jaw!
Jone tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Jone on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Better.
A nice left hand lands by Jone.
Jone throws a head punch that misses.
Better managing to block the knees to the body from Jone.
Jone misses with a hook to the ribs.
Better tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Better with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Jone prevents a body shot from Better. #T4#
Jone misses with a hook from the clinch.
Better with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Better blocking some punches.
Jone throws a head punch that misses.
Jone throws a head punch that misses.
Jone lands a left hand.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jone on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Better blocking some punches.
Jone prevents Better from breaking the clinch.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Jone landing knees to the body.
Jone misses with a punch on the inside.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Better obliges.
Better scores with a shoulder strike.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jack Jone dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Evan Better's cut.
That's time! Better's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2##TD#
Better looking to score a takedown here. Jone is defending well but Better drives through and ends up in Jone's guard.
Better trying to control but Jone is working from the bottom.
Better stays in close to Jone's body and controls the position.
Better with a nice head shot there.
Better has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Better wants to control from the top but Jone keeps moving.
Better is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Jone is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#ES2#
Jone manages to escape and get back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jone wants to slow Better down by chopping away at his legs.
Better throws a lazy body kick
and Jone counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Jone swings for the body but Better moves out of range.
Better throws a lazy head kick
and Jone counters with a stiff right hand.
Better takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing. #ROC2#
Better is rocked!#T1##KD2#
Jone feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Better sprawling to the canvas! Better rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Jone finish him?!
Oh Better is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Jone swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Jone throws an overhand right that drops Better like a sack of potatoes! Jone dives in to finish the fight with more strikes and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:14 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jack Jone!
A relieved looking Jack Jone thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
Evan Better spoke after the fight, saying 'Lucky, lucky, lucky.'.

Event: Destiny 168: Killer vs. Puno 2
Date: Sep 03, 2016

#R1#
Better scores with a nice right hand.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Hemmo crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Better - the referee stops the clock and Hemmo gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Better. Hemmo manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Better shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Hemmo but Hemmo pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Hemmo misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Better.
Better ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Hemmo moves away.
Hemmo is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Better with a body shot.
Hemmo swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Hemmo throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Better.
Better lands with an uppercut that bounces Hemmo off the cage and back into range.
Better darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Hemmo throws a good cross that connects.
Hemmo pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Hemmo misses with a looping right.
Hemmo misses with a hook
and Better counters with an outside leg kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Hemmo keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Both fighters circling a little - Better finishes the exchange with a kick to the body. #T1#
Better avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Better scores with a jab. Hemmo acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Hemmo throws out a leg kick but Better moves out of range and Hemmo only half commits.
Hemmo circles away from the clinch attempt. #TD#
Better looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Hemmo!
Hemmo tries to bench press Better off him but Better keeps the position.
Better scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Hemmo to see if he's OK.
Hemmo parries the strikes from Better easily there. Better is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Hemmo to escape.
Hemmo tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Better wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Better tries to advance to mount but can't. #T2#
Hemmo is trying to escape the position but Better is controlling the position.
Hemmo is trying to get back to half guard.
Hemmo can't do much from the bottom here.
Better has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Hemmo manages to get back to half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hemmo trying to control from the bottom. #SUB#
Better wants to work for an arm triangle but Hemmo is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Better wants to pass the guard but Hemmo is defending well. #T3#
Hemmo is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hemmo wants to control but Better is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Hemmo keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Hemmo is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Hemmo keeps trying to improve his position.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Better scores with a decent looking hook.
Hemmo closes the distance and lands a one-two.#CUT2#
It looks like Evan Better has been cut.
Hemmo moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Hemmo lands a slapping body shot. #T4#
Hemmo misses with a looping right.
Hemmo avoids a kick to the body.
Better looks to land a combination. Hemmo sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Better lands with a good body shot.
Better fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Hemmo keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Hemmo changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Better misses with a body kick.
Better scores with the left hand. Hemmo knows he should have avoided that one.
Hemmo takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Better throws a sloppy body shot
and Hemmo counters with an inside leg kick.
Better misses with a straight left.
Hemmo misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Better throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Evan Better dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Evan Better'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#
Hemmo throws a leg kick but Better checks it.
Hemmo misses with a straight right.
Better feinted with a counter takedown.
Hemmo missing with a left hand there. Better was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Better slips a straight right by Hemmo.
Hemmo misses with a hook.
A punch combination from Better misses.
Hemmo tries to clinch up but Better circles away and keeps his distance.
It appears Better was looking to counter with a kick there.
Evan Better is winning the standup battle so far.
Better misses with a takedown
and Hemmo counters with a three punch combo that has Better backing up. Better nods at Hemmo to acknowledge the strikes.
Better tries to clinch up but Hemmo circles away and keeps his distance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Better misses with a head kick.
Better avoids the head kick by Hemmo.
Better moves out of range of the strikes.
Better keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Hemmo.
Evan Better seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
Hemmo tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Better manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Better is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Some wild striking there from Hemmo.
Hemmo takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Better is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Hemmo ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Better scores with a jab. Hemmo acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Better.
Hemmo waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Better.
Good shot there by Hemmo.
Better lands with a nice body kick.
Better swings widly with a right hand
and Better takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Better lands a leg kick that knocks Hemmo off balance momentarily.
Hemmo checks a leg kick.#T2#
Better connects with an inside leg kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Better tries to score with a low kick but Hemmo moves his leg out of the way.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Better.
A looping hook to the body misses from Better. Hemmo does a little dance to reset his feet.
Hemmo avoids the head kick by Better.
Better lands a jab to Hemmo's midsection.
Better keeps Hemmo at a distance using the push kick.
Hemmo pulls out of a head kick attempt.
A slapping leg kick lands for Better.
Hemmo fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Hemmo avoids the head kick by Better.
A nice inside leg kick there by Better. That's going to slow Hemmo down.
Better comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Hemmo takes one on the chin but keeps coming. #T3#
Hemmo ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Better moves away.
Hemmo takes a jab right on the kisser.
Better darts in trying to clinch
and Hemmo counters with an inside leg kick.
Better on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Better slips a straight right by Hemmo.
Hemmo pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Decent striking displayed by Better there.
A good leg kick by Hemmo.
Hemmo moves out of range as Better throws a body kick.
Hemmo takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Hemmo! But no joy.
Hemmo throws a body punch but Better moves out of range.
Paha Hemmo is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T4##TD#
Better is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Hemmo's half guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Hemmo is staying active underneath Better, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Hemmo has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Better is working away from the top position though.
Hemmo is trying is best to control the position here. #SUB#
Better is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Hemmo is just riding it out for now. Better eventually gives up the hold.
Hemmo works his way to full guard. Good work.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Evan Better dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Evan Better'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. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Better lands a nice shot to the body.
Better throws a body punch but Hemmo moves out of range.
Better uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Hemmo.
Hemmo loads up on a big right hand but Better slips the punch.
Hemmo has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Better.
Better scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Hemmo doesn't seem bothered though.
Hemmo misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Better counters with a nice body kick.
Hemmo takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Better throws a chopping leg kick but Hemmo manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Better throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Better lands with a thumping leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hemmo loads up on a big right hand but Better slips the punch.
Hemmo throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Better sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Better thuds a left hand into Hemmo's body.
Better misses with a head kick. #T1#
Jab by Hemmo.
Hemmo scores with a decent looking hook.
Hemmo throws out a loose jab but Better uses good head movement to avoid it.
Better is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Hemmo can do to turn this around?
Hemmo throws a body punch but Better moves out of range.
Hemmo misses with a lunging right hand
and Better finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Better bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Better avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Better appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Better connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Hemmo swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Better bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Better's corner calls for a 1-2. Better obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Hemmo swings widly with a right hand
and Better counters with a leg kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Hemmo uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Better.#T2#
Hemmo takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Better blocks a jab.
Better moves away from the strike by Hemmo.
Better misses with a body punch
and Hemmo counters with a stiff right hand.
Hemmo walks into a straight right hand from Better.
Better ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Better moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Hemmo's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Better takes a swing at Hemmo's ribcage but misses.
Hemmo looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Better lands a leg kick that knocks Hemmo off balance momentarily.
Nice cross by Better.
Hemmo walks into a straight right hand from Better.
Hemmo throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Better counters with a straight right hand.
Better takes a swing at Hemmo's ribcage but misses.
Hemmo tries to bum rush Better with a series of wild strikes but Better uses good footwork to avoid the assault.#T3#
Hemmo takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Hemmo throws a hook but Better blocks it.
Hemmo blocks the body kick.
Hemmo slips a straight right by Better.
Better is looking to slow Hemmo down with leg kicks.
Better lands the left hand.#CL2#
Hemmo rushes Better and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Better can't break the clinch.
Better is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Hemmo is keeping busy.
Hemmo lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Better backwards.
Hemmo lands an uppercut.
Better gets through Hemmo's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#BC#
Better breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #T4#
Better throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Hemmo's head.
Hemmo misses with a body shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Hemmo throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Better sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Evan Better is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
A low kick from Better misses #CL2#
and Hemmo holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch. #TD#
Better has hold of one of Hemmo's legs. Hemmo is fighting the takedown attempt but Better gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
Hemmo has Better pulled in close to control his posture. #SUB2#
Hemmo has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Better can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Hemmo looking for a sweep. Not yet Hemmo, not yet.
Paha Hemmo has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Hemmo has momentary wrist control but Better slips an elbow through the middle.

And that's the end of the fight!
Evan Better showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Better, 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 Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 30:27
Judge Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 30:27
Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: Destiny Tuesday 54
Date: Aug 09, 2016

#R1#
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Andrews checks a leg kick.
Better fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Better takes a swing at Andrews's ribcage but misses.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Andrews.
Better fails to land with a series of punches.
Better changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Better throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Andrews lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Better circles away quickly and effectively.
Better fires out a quick counter leg kick but Andrews just manages to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Andrews on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Andrews avoids the head kick by Better.
Andrews changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Andrews connects with a right hand. Better shakes it off.#CUT2#
It looks like Evan Better has been cut.#CL2#
Andrews has Better up against the cage in a clinch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Better takes a shot to the head. #T1#
Better misses with some punches.
Better misses with a short punch on the inside.
Better goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Andrews lands a shot to the body.#TD#
Better pulls Andrews into guard.
Better looking for a sweep. Not yet Better, not yet.
Better is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Better is looking to advance position but Andrews won't allow it.
Better with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Andrews wants to improve his position but Better is controlling well. #T2#
Better with the ground and pound but Andrews uses the opportunity to regain guard.
Andrews keeping moving, preventing Better from controlling successfully.
Better working some strikes from top position.
Andrews keeping moving, preventing Better from controlling successfully.
Better has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Better slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Better loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #T3#
Better wants to control from the top but Andrews keeps moving.
Andrews is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Better is trying to get back to full guard.
Andrews thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Better's head.
Andrews lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. #T4##SUB2#
Andrews seems to be working for a kimura but Better defends the submission attempt.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Better moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Better avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Andrews postures up.
Better preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Andrews postures up in Better's guard and throws a big left but Better blocks it.
Andrews preventing the sweep.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Better keeping moving, preventing Andrews from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Better has his foot on Andrews's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Andrews works his way back into a safe position though.
Better wants to sweep here but Andrews controlling him for the moment.
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 Evan Better will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Evan Better's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Better throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Andrews on the side of the head.
Andrews throws a front kick aimed at Better's knee but Better avoids it well.
Better chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Evan Better seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Andrews misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Andrews blocks a head kick by Better.
A countering left hand to the body from Andrews misses.
Andrews will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Andrews chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Better can pounce on him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Better is looking to land body kicks.
Andrews swats away the attempt to clinch by Better.
Better misses with a kick to the body
and Andrews counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T1#
Andrews misses with the combination.
Andrews closes the distance but Better moves to the side #TD#
and Better counters with a takedown into side control.
Andrews prevents Better from improving position.
Better controls the position.
Better taking a break here but Andrews is having none of it and regains half guard.
Andrews gets back to full guard.
Evan Better overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T2#
Andrews keeping moving, preventing Better from controlling successfully.
Better is really struggling to control Andrews but he's trying to hold on to the position.#SUB2#
Andrews escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Better gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Better accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #T3##SUB2#
Andrews is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Better trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Better trying to control but Andrews is working from the bottom.
Better looking to sit in guard and control but Andrews gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Better not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Andrews trying to control but Better is working from the bottom.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.#T4#
Better looking to hit a scissor sweep but Andrews is one step ahead there.
Better preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Andrews accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Better manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Andrews manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Better showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Better stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Andrews swivels though and keeps the full guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Evan Better dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Evan Better's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Better ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Andrews moves away.
Better lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Andrews at a distance.
Andrews fails to land with a series of punches.
Andrews checks a low kick from Better.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Better - that will leave a mark!
An inside leg kick from Andrews misses.
Andrews throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Andrews gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Better throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Better throws a sloppy head kick and Andrews moves out of range easily.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Better.
Andrews on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Better throws a right and a left that both miss.
Andrews drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Better defends it well.#T1#
Better swings for the body but Andrews moves out of range.
Andrews unleashes a big counter combination but Better bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.#TD#
Better darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Andrews wants to get back to full guard.
Andrews tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land.
Better wants to pass the guard but Andrews is defending well.
Better sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Better is looking to take a break and control but Andrews is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T2#
Better lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Andrews is looking for a sweep. Better is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Better is keen to just control but Andrews is a slippery customer.
Andrews landing small, sideways elbows.
Better looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Andrews with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. #SUB2#
Andrews actively working from the bottom here.#T3#
Better lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Marvin Andrews has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Better seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Andrews does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Better tries to pass to full mount but Andrews defends it. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Better is looking to wear down Andrews with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Better swings for the body but Andrews moves out of range.
Better with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Better scores with a one two! Andrews had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Marvin Andrews is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Andrews lunges at Better with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Better's hand.
Andrews lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Better looks to throw the jab but Andrews is out of range. #T4#
Better throws a low kick, looking for Andrews's leg but Andrews calmly moves out of range.
Evan Better is winning the standup battle so far.
Andrews walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Better connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Evan Better is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Andrews uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Better.
Better misses with a jab, cross combination.
Andrews slips under a jab from Better.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Andrews shoots in for a takedown but Better shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Better lands with a hook. Andrews tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Better loads up on a big right hand but Andrews slips the punch.
Andrews throws a combination. Better tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Better lands a nice shot to the body.
Better throws a body shot but no joy.

And that's the end of the fight!
Evan Better showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Better, 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 Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 30:27
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 30:27
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Evan Better!
A relieved looking Evan Better 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: Destiny 161: Tucker vs Machado
Date: Jul 16, 2016

#R1#
Better misses with a two punch combination.
Better keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Better throws the left hand but Hemmo avoids the punch easily.
Hemmo attempts a counter takedown but Better avoids it well and moves away.
Paha Hemmo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Better tries to bum rush Hemmo with a series of wild strikes but Hemmo uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Hemmo takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Hemmo takes a swing at Better's ribcage but misses.
Better let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.#CL#
Hemmo gets a clinch.
Hemmo lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Hemmo lands with a short head shot on the inside.
A short right from Hemmo.
Better utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Better tries to work over Hemmo's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Hemmo throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Betters head.
Hemmo leaning against his opponent.
Hemmo effectively controlling the action here.
Better tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Hemmo just stands there and leans against the cage.#T1#
Better letting Hemmo take a breather here.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Hemmo fails to land.
Better fails to pull guard.
Better lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Hemmo's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Good body shot from Hemmo.
Hemmo gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Better.
Paha Hemmo has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Evan Better.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Hemmo. #TD2#
Better has Hemmo pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Better pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Hemmo tumbling to the mat - Better dives into Hemmo's guard.#SUB#
Hemmo looking for a triangle here. Better is fighting it but it looks tight! Hemmo pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Better is tapping out - this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Paha Hemmo!
Evan Better spoke after the fight, saying 'Lucky, lucky, lucky.'.

Event: Destiny Tuesday 51
Date: Jun 28, 2016

#R1#
A looping hook to the body misses from Better. Laine does a little dance to reset his feet.#TD#
Better bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Better is looking to take a break and control but Laine is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Laine is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Better working over Laine with some ground and pound. Laine looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Laine tries to roll over but Better keeps him under control.#SUB#
Laine is defending against the submission attempts here by Better.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Laine moves into full guard. #T1#
Laine wants to sweep here but Better controlling him for the moment. #SUB2#
Laine is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Better is aware though and is defending well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Better throws a big elbow that misses. #SUB2#
Laine is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Better's corner is telling him to maintain position.#SUB2#
Laine is looking for a triangle but Better pushes his legs off easily.
Better engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Laine manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Better manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Laine wants to control from the top but Better keeps moving.
Better working a defensive guard here.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Better is on top in guard. #REVR##T3##SUB2#
Laine had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Better defends it easily.
Better pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Laine is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Laine working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Better doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Better manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Laine looking for a guillotine here but Better defends easily.
Better trying to control but Laine is working from the bottom. #T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Better controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Better throws a big elbow that misses.
Laine tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Better wants to control from the top but Laine keeps moving.
Laine wants to hit a switch here but Better passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Laine there!
Laine is wriggling around trying to escape.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Evan Better dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Better throws a body kick that misses.
A looping hook to the body misses from Laine. Better does a little dance to reset his feet.
Better throws a leg kick but Laine checks it.
Better scores with a punch to the head.
Laine finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Better blocks a jab.
Laine takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Better lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Better throws a chopping leg kick but Laine manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Better finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Laine tries to land a front kick but Better steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Better attempts a counter takedown but Laine avoids it well and moves away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Laine loads up on a big right hand but Better slips the punch.
Better half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Better will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Laine was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
No joy there for Better, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Laine feints the counter takedown.
A slapping leg kick lands for Laine. #T1#
Laine punishes Better's body with a nice straight punch.
Better throws a body shot but no joy.
Laine looks for the body kick but Better saw that one coming.
Better is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Laine can do to turn this around?
Better scores with a shot to the body.
Laine slips a jab from Better.
Better takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Laine.
Laine throws a front kick aimed at Better's knee but Better avoids it well.
Better avoids the body shot from Laine.
Laine thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Better if he has to take too many more of those.
Laine looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Laine scores with a jab to the jaw.
Laine throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Better is looking to clinch but Laine is avoiding it.
Better lands with a nice body punch. #T2#
Laine swinging wildly here.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nice cross by Laine.
Laine thows a left - swing and a miss!
Better moves out of range of the body kick.
Laine throws a body kick, spinning off balance#TD#
and Better counters with a takedown into side control.
Laine takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Better wants to control but Laine is keeping him busy.
Laine tries to bench press Better off him but Better keeps the position.
The strikes coming from Better are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Better in side control lands a decent elbow. #T3#
Laine is trying to get back to half guard.
Laine is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Better moves into full mount!
Better lands a couple of good shots and Laine has given up his back, trying to escape the position!
The referee is taking a good look at Laine as he is on the wrong end of some big shots from Better! #T4#
Laine trying to control the hands but Better breaks the grip.
Laine tries to escape the position.
Better is working the ground and pound here and the referee is taking a close look at Laine. He must escape soon or this one will be stopped.
Better lands with a hammerfist to the side of Laine's head.
Laine tries to roll but Better sticks to his back.
Better has his opponent trapped and is landing shots. Not a good position for Laine.
Will Better go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Better is punishing Laine with some ground and pound.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Laine trying to control the hands but Better won't let him.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Evan Better dominated that second round.
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. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Laine pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Better closes this distance looking for a takedown but Laine circles away.
Better defending well as Laine loads up on a big left hand.
Laine misses with a leg kick
letting Better counter with a right hand.
Better darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Better shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Better moves away from the strike by Laine.
Laine throws an off balance right hand
and Better counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Better scores with a push kick.
Better moves out of range of the leg kick from Laine.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A big left from Laine misses.
Better connects with a body shot that sends Laine's belly button to the back.
Laine on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Better connects with an inside leg kick.
Laine tries to score with a low kick but Better moves his leg out of the way.#T1#
Better throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Laine takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Better changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Laine moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Laine throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Better scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.#CL#
Better closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Laine swings away with an uppercut that misses. #TD#
Better has Laine pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Better pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Laine tumbling to the mat - Better dives into Laine's guard.
Better wants to control from the top but Laine keeps moving. #SUB2#
Laine is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Better defends well.#T2#
Better trying to control the position from guard on top but Laine is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Better throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Musta Laine has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Better wants to control from the top but Laine keeps moving. #SUB2#
Laine throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Better escapes and throws Laine's legs to the side, diving into side control!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Better working the ground and pound. #T3#
Laine is looking for a sweep.
Better cracks Laine with a big right hand but Laine just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Laine is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Better's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Evan Better overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
Better is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Laine sees it coming and defends easily.
Better is stalling here. Laine is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Better seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Laine has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
Better tries to improve position but can't.
Better is not content to let Laine control the position.
Better tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Laine wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Evan Better is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Better has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.#T4#
Laine controls the position.
Better is looking to regain half guard here but Laine keeps moving and retains side control.
Better regains half guard.
Laine missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Better desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Laine 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.

And that's the end of the fight!
Evan Better showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Better 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 Shirou Masuda scores the fight 30:27
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 30:27
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Evan Better!
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Evan Better made sure he mentioned Revolution Clothing, along with how happy he was to win his fight.

Event: Destiny Tuesday 50
Date: Jun 14, 2016

#R1#
Better connects with a right hand. Lemieux shakes it off.
Lemieux takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Better slips under a jab.
Lemieux's coach down at Hugs & Kisses was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Lemieux's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Lemieux takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Better throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lemieux sees it coming and avoids it easily.#CL#
Better closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Better looking to throw knees to the head but Lemieux is blocking nicely. #BC2#
Lemieux breaks from the clinch.
Better swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Lemieux counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Better throws a body shot but no joy.
Lemieux ducks right into an uppercut from Better.
A solid leg kick lands there for Better.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Better jabs at Lemieux's body.
Better fails in his attempt to clinch.
Better misses the shot to the body.
Better uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Lemieux.#T1#
Better is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Better fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Lemieux has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Better slips a jab from Lemieux.
Lemieux throws a shot from downtown. Better moves away and avoids it.
Better connects with a right hand. Lemieux shakes it off.
Lemieux just misses with a punch to the body.
Lemieux moves out of range of the body kick.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Lemieux! But no joy.
Lemieux needs to keep his hands up - Better had a free shot at his head there.
Better throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Lemieux looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Better throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Nice straight punches there by Better. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Better.
Better moves out of range of the strikes.
Better buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick. #T2#
Lemieux on the wrong end of a nice jab.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lemieux throws a shot from downtown. Better moves away and avoids it.
David Lemieux is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Better tests Lemieux's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Better connects with a body shot that sends Lemieux's belly button to the back.
Better scoring well with a low kick there.
Better throws a head kick but Lemieux moves out of range.
Better is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Better misses with a double jab.
Better lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Nice defenses there by Lemieux.
Lemieux misses with an uppercut.
Lemieux throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Better on the side of the head. #CUT2#
It looks like Evan Better has been cut.
Lemieux might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Better throws a nice looking combination but Lemieux bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.#T3#
Better looks to land a combination but Lemieux avoids it well.
A punch lands to the side of Better 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Better dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Better connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Better uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Better keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Lemieux.
Lemieux is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Better.
Better wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Better tries a head kick but it misses.
Better lands with a thumping leg kick.
Better with a lazy takedown attempt
and Lemieux counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Lemieux cracks Better with a right hand to the side of the head.#TD#
Better shoots in and gets a takedown into Lemieux's guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Better wants to control from the top but Lemieux keeps moving. #T4#
Lemieux wants to stand but Better is controlling the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Better throws a big elbow that misses.
Better pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Lemieux is keeping the position for now.
Lemieux is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Better tries to free his leg and advance position but Lemieux is retaining full guard.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Evan Better dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Evan Better's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Lemieux takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Lemieux takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Better is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Lemieux can do to turn this around?
Better lands a nice looking kick to the body. Lemieux takes a step back to recover.
Lemieux avoids the body shot from Better.
Lemieux throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Better uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Better works Lemieux's body with a nice hook.
Better drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Better moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Lemieux throws a hook but Better avoids it easily.
Better throws a wild body kick that Lemieux sees coming a mile off.
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!
Better looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Lemieux throws a looping overhand right but Better ducks down to avoid it. #T1#
Better misses with a straight left.
Better 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.
Lemieux on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Better's jab looks to have found its range, popping Lemieux under the eye.
Better keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Lemieux.
Lemieux misses with an uppercut. Better saw that one coming.
Evan Better is winning the standup battle so far.
Better moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Better looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Nice sprawl there from Lemieux as Better shoots in.
A nice side step and Lemieux releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Better moves away from the strike by Lemieux.
Lemieux paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Better tries to clinch there but Lemieux circles away.
Better with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Evan Better seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T2#
Better waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Lemieux.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Better throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Lemieux's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Better scores with a head kick. Lemieux tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Lemieux showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Better.
Lemieux takes one to the side of the head.
A big right from Lemieux misses.
Better looks for the body kick but Lemieux saw that one coming.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Lemieux! But no joy.
Lemieux takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Nice jab there from Lemieux. #CL#
Better clinches up with Lemieux and pushes him back against the cage.
Lemieux stalling in the clinch. #T3#
Better blocks a punch to the side of the head. #BC#
Better breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Better lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Lemieux throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Better sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Better attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Better scores with a jab. Lemieux acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Lemieux blocks a low kick nicely.
Lemieux on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Better. Better obviously looking to wear him down.
Better lands with a nice body kick.
Better moves out of range of the strikes.
Lemieux waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Better.
A bone on bone clash there as Lemieux blocks the leg kick.
Lemieux looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Nice defenses there by Better.#T4#
A jab from Better misses.
Lemieux throws out a counter right but Better avoids it with no problem.
Lemieux walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Lemieux throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Better steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Lemieux.
Lemieux has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Lemieux there as he acknowledges the shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lemieux misses with an uppercut
and Better makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Lemieux really felt that one!
Better fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Lemieux has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Lemieux has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Lemieux there as he acknowledges the shot.
Better scores with a kick to the body.
Lemieux throws a hook to the side of Better's head but Better sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A jab from Better does it's job there.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Better.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Evan Better dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Evan Better's cut.
That's time! Better's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3#
Better just misses with a punch to the body.
Better is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Better tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Lemieux paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Lemieux let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Better wants to clinch up but Lemieux keeps it at a distance.
Lemieux on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Better. Better obviously looking to wear him down.
Better tried to score with a low kick but Lemieux checks it.
Better thuds his right hand into Lemieux's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Nice body punch from Better.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A good leg kick by Better.
Lemieux has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Better throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Lemieux takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Better bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Lemieux's head backwards.#T1#
Better shoots in but Lemieux avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Better connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Lemieux's hands.
A slapping leg kick lands for Better.
Better misses with the combination.
Better wants to slow Lemieux down by chopping away at his legs.
Better swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Better pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Better misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lemieux.
Better swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
It seemed like Lemieux was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Better throws a lazy right hand but Lemieux sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#T2##CL#
Better gets a clinch.
Better using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Lemieux has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Better lands a nice knee to the body.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Lemieux.
Better wants to take the fight to the mat but Lemieux manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Better is working for takedown but Lemieux is calmly controlling the position for now.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Evan Better. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A bit of stalling here from Lemieux.
A right hand to the body from Lemieux.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Better lands a good knee to the midsection. Lemieux won't want to take too many of those.
Lemieux is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.#BC#
Better breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Better moves out of range of the strikes.
Better swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Lemieux! But no joy.
Lemieux swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lemieux avoids the body shot from Better.
Lemieux swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T3#
Lemieux moves out of range of the body kick.
Lemieux has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Better.
Better fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Lemieux.
That kick from Better tenderised Lemieux's leg. Lemieux is trying to keep his angry face on.
Better bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Lemieux scores with a jab to the jaw.
Better looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Lemieux pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Better shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Better lands a leg kick that knocks Lemieux off balance momentarily.
Lemieux misses with a lunging right hand
and Better counters with a stiff right hand.
Better connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Lemieux momentarily. #T4#
Better is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lemieux keeps the fight on the outside.
Lemieux swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Better uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Lemieux.
Evan Better is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Better cracks Lemieux with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Lemieux walks into a jab.
Better swings widly with a right hand
and Lemieux counters with a stiff right hand.
Lemieux digs a good body shot into Better's ribs.
Lemieux checks a leg kick.
Better swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Lemieux cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Lemieux defending well as Better loads up on a big left hand.
Better uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Lemieux.
David Lemieux has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Better lands with a straight right. Lemieux didn't see that one coming.

And that's the end of the fight!
Evan Better showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Better 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 Shigeki Sano scores the fight 30:27
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 30:27
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Evan Better!
Evan Better really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Revolution Clothing logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.

Event: Destiny Tuesday 48
Date: May 17, 2016

#R1#
Better has a takedown stuffed.
Marshall missing with a left hand there. Better was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Marshall misses with a straight right.
Better tries to counter by clinching up but Marshall breaks away and moves out of range.
Marshall throws a hook but Better blocks it.
Better misses the shot to the body.
Marshall stuffs the takedown attempt from Better. Better gets slowly back to his feet.
Better misses with a head kick.
Better throws a leg kick that misses.
Better throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Better walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Marshall checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Marshall swings and misses with a hook to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Better misses with a low kick.
Marshall is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Better feints a jab promting Marshall to slip. Better then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Marshall slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Marshall swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Marshall throws a body shot but no joy.
A slow jab from Marshall misses its intended target.
Better slips under a jab.#T1#
Better uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Marshall.
Better feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Marshall uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Better.
Better fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Better misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Marshall with the counter takedown but Better avoids it easily.
Marshall digs a good hook to Better's body.
Marshall swats away the attempt to clinch by Better.
Better misses with a looping left.
Better digs a good body shot into Marshall's ribs.
Better looks to score with a jab to the body but Marshall is just out of range.
Marshall ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Better moves away.
We've been informed that Marshall 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.
A slow jab from Marshall misses its intended target.
Marshall is really struggling to land any decent head shots against his taller opponent.
Marshall scores with a jab.
Better scores with the left hand. Marshall knows he should have avoided that one.
Better lands with a good body shot.
Marshall rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Better moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Marshall throws a jab when Better was well out of range.
Better throws a big shot that misses.#T2#
Better throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Marshall.
Better moves out of range of the strikes.
Better misses with an uppercut #TD2#
and Marshall counters with a single leg into guard. Better didn't expect that.
Marshall throws a big elbow that misses.
Marshall working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Marshall in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Marshall postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Marshall won't allow Better to sweep him here. #SUB2#
Marshall has gone for a leg lock! Better slips out almost immediately though and dives into Marshall's guard.#REVR#
Marshall utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #T3#
Marshall is adopting a defensive guard.
Better landing with the ground and pound.
Better is working Marshall over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Better trying to control the position from guard on top but Marshall is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Better is pushing down on Marshall's leg trying to pass to half guard. Marshall is fighting to maintain full guard but Better has managed to sneak the leg through.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Marshall is trying to control but can't.
Marshall controlling the position for now.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Better is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Better looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Marshall trying to hold on to Better's head to control him but Better postures up.
Better trying to control from Marshall's half guard. Marshall has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Better won't allow Marshall to sweep him here.
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 Evan Better will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Marshall misses with a straight right.
Better wants to slow Marshall down by chopping away at his legs.
Marshall's jab looks to have found its range, popping Better under the eye.
Marshall connects with a jab.
Marshall waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Better.
Better slips a jab from Marshall.
Marshall swings for the body but Better moves out of range.
Marshall bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Marshall uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Better.
Better uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Marshall.
Marshall's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Better connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Marshall scrambles back to his feet.
Better pulls out of a head kick attempt.
And Marshall tries to counter it with a takedown but Better pushes his down on his head and steps out.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marshall scores with a body shot.
Mason Marshall seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Better misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Marshall.
Better lunges at Marshall with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Marshall's hand.
Better looks for the body kick but Marshall saw that one coming.
Evan Better seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Better lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Better slips a straight right by Marshall.#T1#
Better lands with an uppercut that bounces Marshall off the cage and back into range.
Marshall throws a hook but Better avoids it easily.
Marshall slips a straight right by Better.
Marshall misses the shot to the body.
Marshall ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Better moves away.
Marshall stuns Better with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Better looks for a takedown but Marshall sprawls well.
Better with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Better misses the shot to the body.
Better fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Marshall feints the counter takedown.
Marshall connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Marshall takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Better defending well as Marshall loads up on a big left hand.
Better throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Marshall throws a body shot but no joy. #T2#
Better just misses with a punch to the body.
Better fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Better slips a jab from Marshall.
Marshall throws a jab but it's blocked by Better.
Better is looking to counter the offense by Marshall and move into the clinch.
Marshall checks the leg kick nicely there.
Marshall tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Better was well out of range. Poor timing from Marshall.
Marshall lands a jab to Better's midsection.
Marshall takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Marshall staying out of range there.
Marshall takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Better keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Better throws a solid leg kick but Marshall takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Better.
Marshall with a hook.
Marshall loads up on a big right hand but Better slips the punch.
A jab from Marshall misses.
Better wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Marshall slips a straight right by Better.
Marshall throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #T3#
Jab by Marshall.
A swing and a miss from Marshall.
Better moves out of range of the strikes.
Better drops down looking for a counter takedown but Marshall sprawls and moves away.
A telegraphed right hand from Marshall misses the target.
Marshall blocks a head kick by Better.
Better will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Better lands a really nice looking cross but Marshall seems unphased.
Better catches Marshall with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
The fighters circling - Marshall throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Better throws a low kick but Marshall moves out of range easily.
Marshall avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Marshall lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Marshall moves forwards but Better connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Marshall throws a jab but it's blocked by Better.
Marshall throws a hook but Better avoids it easily.#T4#
Better pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
That kick from Better tenderised Marshall's leg. Marshall is trying to keep his angry face on.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Better misses the shot to the body.
An inside leg kick lands from Better.
Marshall catches Better with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Better throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Better lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
A good leg kick by Better.
A jab from Better finds it's way through Marshall's defenses.
Better feints and then cracks Marshall's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Marshall down.
Better ducks under a wild hook from Marshall.
Marshall throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Better is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Marshall swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Marshall bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Better's head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Better lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Marshall circles away quickly and effectively.
Marshall throws a jab when Better was well out of range.
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 Evan Better will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Better closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Marshall tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Better was well out of range. Poor timing from Marshall.
Marshall takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Marshall uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Better.
Better changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Marshall paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Marshall throws a big shot that misses.#TD2#
Marshall closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Better is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Bi-Polar Asylum LV's #1 Public Training Center , so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Mason Marshall has got the better of the ground game so far.
Marshall missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Marshall is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Better wants to control but Marshall is keeping busy.
Marshall missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Marshall misses with a head shot. Better uses the momentum to regain guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Marshall throws an elbow that misses. Better uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Marshall's guard. Nice move by Better!#REVR##T1#
Better pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Marshall is keeping the position for now.
Better distracts Marshall with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Better trying to control but Marshall is working from the bottom.
Better throws a big right hand that misses.
Better throwing strikes from guard but Marshall blocks nicely.
Better will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Marshall looking for a sweep. Not yet Marshall, not yet. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Better loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Better missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Better trying to control but Marshall is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T3#
Marshall takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Mason Marshall has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Marshall is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Marshall misses with a body shot.
Better pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Better misses with the combination.
Marshall checks a leg kick.
Marshall scores with a body shot.
Marshall takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Marshall misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Better.
A looping hook to the body misses from Better. Marshall does a little dance to reset his feet.
Marshall drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Better defends it well.
Marshall fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
The fighters circling - Better throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Marshall tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Better was well out of range. Poor timing from Marshall.#T4#
Better connects with a nice looking jab.
Marshall throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Better sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Marshall moves forwards but Better connects with a nice, crisp jab.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Marshall works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Evan Better is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Better bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Marshall misses with a straight right.
Marshall waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Better.
Better clobbers Marshall with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Marshall tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Better was well out of range. Poor timing from Marshall.
Better thumps Marshall with a low kick.
The crowd cheers as Better lands an impressive looking overhand right. Marshall doesn't seem phased though.
Marshall stuns Better with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Marshall throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Better throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Marshall rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Better moves out of range and avoids them all easily.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Mason Marshall.
I think Better 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 Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 30:28
Judge Ren Mimura scores the fight 30:28
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Evan Better!
A relieved looking Evan Better 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: Destiny 148: Hermano vs. Suri
Date: Apr 16, 2016

#R1#
Better looks to score with a jab to the body but Hoffman is just out of range.
Hoffman tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Better looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Better takes a swing at Hoffman 's ribcage but misses.
Hoffman has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Better is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Hoffman changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Better tries to avoid it but Hoffman manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Better to the ground. Better escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Better throws a low kick but Hoffman moves out of range easily.
Evan Better seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Better throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Hoffman changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Hoffman keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Better scores with a spinning back kick!
Better tries to close the distance and clinch up but Hoffman swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Hoffman counters with a body kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Better misses with a body shot.
Better misses the jab.
Hoffman changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Hoffman walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Hoffman fails with the takedown.#T1#
Better works Hoffman 's body with a nice hook.
Better swings for the body but Hoffman moves out of range.
Better lands with a kick to the ribs.
Hoffman ducks under a wild hook from Better.
Good work by Hoffman as he checks the leg kick.
Better misses with a jab, cross combination.
Hoffman drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Better defends it well.
A punch lands to the side of Hoffman 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Better throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Hoffman with the counter takedown but Better avoids it easily.
Hoffman takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Hoffman looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Evan Better has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Albert Hoffman .
Hoffman shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Better counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T2#
Hoffman moves out of range of the strikes.
Hoffman throws a low kick, looking for Better's leg but Better calmly moves out of range.
Better fires out a quick counter leg kick but Hoffman just manages to avoid it.
Better throws out a loose jab but Hoffman uses good head movement to avoid it.
Hoffman throws a jab when Better was well out of range.
An attempted straight right counter from Better misses the target.
Better misses with a body shot #TD2#
and Hoffman counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
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!#SUB#
Better is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Hoffman throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #SUB#
Better throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hoffman with a flurry of punches that miss. #SUB#
Better is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Hoffman has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Hoffman distracts Better with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.#T3##SUB#
Better had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Hoffman defends it easily.#SUB2#
Hoffman drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Hoffman jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Hoffman forces his way into half guard.#SUB2#
Hoffman is working for a submission of some sort. #SUB2#
Hoffman is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Hoffman prevents Better from improving his position.#SUB2#
Hoffman is working for a kimura but Better is defending it quite comfortably. #T4#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Better is looking to control Hoffman 's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Better avoid being mounted?
Better is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Bi-Polar Asylum LV's #1 Public Training Center , so we'll see if he gets out of it.#SUB2#
Hoffman is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Better moves into full guard. #SUB2#
Hoffman thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Hoffman throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #SUB#
Better escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Hoffman gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Better throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Hoffman accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Evan Better dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Hoffman misses with a takedown attempt
and Better connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Better scores with a jab to the body.
A slapping leg kick lands for Better.
Hoffman avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
A good leg kick by Better.
Evan Better is winning the standup battle so far.
Good standup being displayed there by Better as he connects with a hook.
Hoffman blocks a low kick nicely.
Better lands with a nice body punch.
Hoffman blocks a leg kick.
Better is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Hoffman can do to turn this around?
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Better lands a nice leg kick that just misses Hoffman 's sensitive parts.
Hoffman avoids a punch combination nicely.
Better misses with a low kick.
Better is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Better takes a swing at Hoffman 's ribcage but misses. #T1#
Better will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Better misses with a body kick.
A clash of legs there as Hoffman blocks the low kick.
Better buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Better misses with a straight left.
Hoffman tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Hoffman tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Better defends well and Hoffman ends up having to push Better into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
A solid leg kick lands there for Better.
Better throws a push kick but Hoffman slaps the foot to one side.
Hoffman feints the counter takedown.
Hoffman takes a shot right to the bread basket.
A solid body kick from Better.
Better tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Hoffman was well out of range. Poor timing from Better.
Better moves in looking to clinch but Hoffman pushes him off.
Hoffman is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Hoffman avoids the body shot from Better. #T2##TD2#
Hoffman scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
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!#SUB2#
Hoffman thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Albert Hoffman has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB2#
Hoffman has hold of Better's arm. He's looking for a kimura. Better seems comfortable defending it but Hoffman has shifted his position slighty and is cranking on the arm! Better is real pain and he's forced to tap out! Better is disgusted with himself for not defending it better but Hoffman couldn't care less - he's delighted!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:18 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Albert Hoffman !
Albert Hoffman managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Urban Fighter, into his post fight interview.
Evan Better was interviewed post fight and said 'Lucky, lucky, lucky.'.

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