Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 26, 2018

#R1##TD#
Monteban shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Birchack is on top in guard. #REVB#
Birchack throwing strikes from guard but Monteban blocks nicely.
Monteban pulls Birchack in close to his closed guard and prevents Birchack from doing any damage or advancing position.
Birchack postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #SUB#
Monteban working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Birchack doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Monteban is tightening it up a little... Birchack has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Birchack reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Birchack taps out! Nice BJJ there by Monteban!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:45 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Ricardo Monteban!
A relieved looking Ricardo Monteban 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: MMMA 84 Kelly Vs Kocur
Date: Jul 08, 2018

#R1##CL2#
Monteban gets in close and instigates a clinch. #TD2#
Monteban ties up his opponent against the ropes and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Monteban no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Monteban seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #SUB2#
Altair got a little sloppy there for a moment and Monteban has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Altair has managed to get both his arms back between Monteban's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Altair got a little sloppy there for a moment and Monteban has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Altair has managed to get both his arms back between Monteban's legs - danger averted.
Altair has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Monteban is proving hard to escape from.
Altair really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SU#
Altair stands up from Monteban's guard - Altair perhaps looking for a knockout.
Altair uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Monteban.
Monteban displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Altair throws out the jab.
Monteban tries a quick counter leg kick but Altair is wise to it.#T1#
Monteban with a lazy takedown attempt
and Altair counters with a slapping leg kick.
Good exchange - Altair coming out on top.
Monteban tries a low kick but Altair avoids it.
Nice body punch from Monteban.
Anton Altair seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A solid leg kick lands there for Altair.
Altair pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Monteban throws out a counter right but Altair avoids it with no problem.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Monteban lands a hook that snaps the head of Altair backwards.
Monteban can't find room to land a body shot as Altair controls the action.
Monteban tries to score a body lock takedown but Altair shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Altair misses with a hook from the clinch.
Altair working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Monteban blocking some punches.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Monteban as Altair tries to tie him up. #TD2#
Monteban gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Altair regains guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Monteban stops Altair from standing up. #T2#
Monteban throws a strike but Altair rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Monteban is looking to sweep but instead, Altair has passed into half guard.
Altair tries to stand but can't do so whilst Monteban controls his leg.
Monteban is looking to control Altair's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Monteban avoid being mounted?
Monteban gets back to full guard. #T3##SUB2#
Monteban is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Altair wanted to stand there but Monteban had control of the position. #SUB2#
Monteban isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Altair stacks Monteban on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Altair!
Monteban can't do much from the bottom here.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Monteban manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Monteban is trying to control but can't. #SU#
Altair decides he's had enough of the ground and stands up.
Altair lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Monteban slips under a jab from Altair.
Altair throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Altair throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Monteban shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Altair as he jumps to the side.
Anton Altair has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ricardo Monteban.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Monteban jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Monteban jabbing away but nothing is landing.
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 Anton Altair will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
A combination from Altair does no damage.
Good exchange - Altair coming out on top.
Altair stuffs the takedown.
Altair throws a nice head kick!
Monteban misses with an uppercut.
Anton Altair is winning the standup battle so far.
Altair throws a head kick but Monteban moves out of range.
Altair is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Monteban can do to turn this around?
Altair pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Monteban takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Altair moves away from the strike by Monteban.
Altair throws a nice looking combination but Monteban bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Altair throws a hook to the side of Monteban's head but Monteban sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Altair cracks Monteban with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
A combination from Altair does no damage.
Monteban blocks a leg kick.
Altair ducks under a wild hook from Monteban.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#CL#
Altair clinches up with Monteban and pushes him back against the ropes.
Altair lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Monteban blocks a body shot from Altair. #T1#
Altair scores with a hook to the body.
Altair misses with a punch to the body.
Monteban lands with a right to the head.
Monteban drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Altair gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Monteban has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Altair avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Anton Altair has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ricardo Monteban.
Altair misses with a punch to the body.
Monteban has a couple of punches blocked by Altair.
Altair lands a body punch.
Altair lands an uppercut.
Monteban lands an uppercut.
Altair blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Altair working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Monteban looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
A short left from Altair.
Altair tries a body shot but Monteban blocks it.
Anton Altair has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Monteban blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #T2#
Altair prevents the takedown attempt.
Altair lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Monteban scores with an uppercut up the middle.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Monteban is looking to control Altair's arms but Altair gets an underhook and turns him. Now Monteban has his back to the ropes.
Altair scores with a shot to the side of Monteban's head.
Monteban trying to control the position but instead, Altair has worked for underhooks and has pushed Monteban into the ropes.
Monteban lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Altair goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Altair lands a right hand that snaps the head of Monteban backwards.
Monteban blocks an uppercut. #TD2#
Monteban manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back. #SUB2#
Monteban looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #SU#
Altair gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent. #T3#
Altair lands a head kick!
Monteban is really struggling to land any decent head shots against his taller opponent.
Monteban tries a low kick but Altair avoids it.
Altair throws a quick counter head kick but Monteban was just out of range.#CL2#
Monteban gets a clinch. #BC2#
Monteban escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
A telegraphed right hand from Monteban misses the target.
Altair throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Monteban.
Altair looks to score with a jab to the body but Monteban is just out of range.
Monteban throws a nice outside leg kick.
The fighters circling - Monteban throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Monteban 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.
Altair scores with a sloppy right hand. Monteban should have avoided that one.
Altair is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
The fight stays on the outside here - Altair looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Monteban throws a chopping leg kick but Altair manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
A slow jab from Monteban misses its intended target.
Altair works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.#T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Monteban looks to throw a body kick
and Altair counters with an outside leg kick.
Altair lands a high kick! #CL2#
Monteban fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Altair, pushing him back against the ropes.
Monteban lands a nice uppercut.
Altair tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Altair is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Altair swings away with an uppercut that misses. #TD2#
Monteban has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Altair is trying to keep an underhook but Monteban manages to get the takedown into half guard.#ES#
Altair makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!
Altair fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Monteban.
Altair loads up on a big right hand but Monteban slips the punch.
Monteban takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Altair looks to land a left hand but Monteban moved out of range nicely.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Altair is looking to chop away at Monteban's legs.
Monteban tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Altair was well out of range. Poor timing from Monteban.
Altair tried to counter with a leg kick but Monteban avoided it.
Altair throws a leg kick but Monteban checks it.
Monteban drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Altair defends it well.
Monteban shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Altair defends it nicely.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Anton Altair dominated that second round.
That's time! Altair's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Altair lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Monteban tries for a takedown but Altair circles away easily
and Altair counters with a nice leg kick.
Good shot there by Altair.
Altair throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Monteban.
Altair throws a nice looking combination but Monteban bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Monteban fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Altair connects with an inside leg kick.
Altair throws a head kick that misses.
Altair looks to land a left hand but Monteban moved out of range nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A slow jab from Monteban misses its intended target.
Altair appears to be looking for a big counter.
Monteban fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Altair connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Monteban momentarily.
Monteban misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Altair. #CL2#
Monteban moves into range and clinches up with Altair.#T1#
Monteban is trying to pull guard but Altair has him pressed against the ropes.
Monteban lands a right hand that snaps the head of Altair backwards.
Nice body punch from Altair.
Altair struggles to land a body shot inside as Monteban controls his hands.
Altair working aggressively here.
Altair lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Monteban backwards.
Monteban wants a takedown.
Anton Altair has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ricardo Monteban.
Monteban is looking to control Altair's arms but Altair gets an underhook and turns him. Now Monteban has his back to the ropes.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Altair.
Altair misses with a body punch.
Altair scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Monteban being controlled against the ropes.
Altair takes a shot to the head.
Altair can't find room to land a body shot as Monteban controls the action. #BC2#
Monteban escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #T2#
Altair throws a right hand that Monteban ducks under and follows up with a left that Monteban also avoids with ease.
Altair cracks the inside of Monteban's front leg.
Monteban stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Altair.
Monteban shoots in but Altair avoids the takedown attempt easily.#CL2#
Monteban rushes Altair and pushes him back against the ropes in a clinch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Altair lands an uppercut.
Monteban blocks a body shot from Altair.
Monteban tries a body shot but Altair blocks it.
Monteban goes for a takedown in the clinch but Altair prevents it.
Monteban's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Altair misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Monteban looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Ricardo Monteban has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Monteban blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Altair misses with a hook from the clinch.
Monteban throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land. #T3#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Altair.
Altair misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Altair misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A left hand lands to the body for Altair.
Monteban blocks a body shot from Altair.
Altair swings wildly with an uppercut but Monteban uses good head movement to avoid it.
Monteban jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Altair walks away with a smile on his face. Monteban gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Altair tests Monteban's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Monteban throws a left and a right that both miss
and Altair counters with a nice leg kick.
Monteban stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Altair.
Altair keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Anton Altair is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Altair avoids a kick to the body. #CL#
Altair clinches with his opponent. #TD2#
Monteban has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Altair uses from the top position. #SU#
Altair gets to his feet. Monteban looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
Nice takedown defense from Altair. No joy for Monteban on that attempt.
Anton Altair is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Monteban takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T4#
Sloppy strikes from Altair. Those never looked like landing.
Monteban avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Monteban takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A decent looking cross lands there for Altair.
Monteban throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Monteban attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
That kick from Altair tenderised Monteban's leg. Monteban is trying to keep his angry face on.#CL#
Altair gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Monteban manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Monteban can't find room to land a body shot as Altair controls the action.
Monteban taking a breather.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Altair.

And that's the end of the fight!
Anton Altair showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Altair 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 Tarja Halkonen scores the fight 30:27
Judge Matti Vanhoillinen scores the fight 30:27
Judge Marco Blurström scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: MMMA 79 Fortune Vs Qasi 3
Date: Jun 03, 2018

#R1#
Jab by Monteban.
Monteban scores with a shot to the body.
Tutov lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook. #CUT#
It looks like Ricardo Monteban has been cut.
Tutov misses with a body kick.
Tutov has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Tutov is pawing at Monteban, trying to feel the distance before throwing out a cross that crashes into Monteban's nose. Monteban is badly hurt! Tutov pounces, throwing wild strikes as both fighters end up on the ground! Monteban tries desperately to hold on but Tutov is relentless in his assault! As Monteban receives an ever increasing number of unanswered strikes the referee pulls Tutov away and this one is in the books!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:17 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Andrey Tutov!
After the fight, Andrey Tutov was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.

Event: MMMA 75 Boagrius vs Dragovic 2
Date: May 06, 2018

#R1#
Monteban lands a lovely overhand right.
Monteban throws a wild body kick that DeBramalo sees coming a mile off.
DeBramalo moves out of range as Monteban strikes.
Monteban tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
DeBramalo misses with a hook. Monteban ducked under it nicely.
Monteban bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Monteban looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Monteban throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
DeBramalo swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Monteban pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Monteban gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Monteban lands a nice shot that snaps DeBramalo's head back.
DeBramalo looks to throw the jab but Monteban is out of range.
Monteban throws a jab but it's blocked by DeBramalo.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
DeBramalo throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
DeBramalo throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Monteban lands with an overhand left.
Monteban closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
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!
Monteban wants to land a leg kick but DeBramalo is out of range.
A nice inside leg kick there by Monteban. That's going to slow DeBramalo down. #T1#
DeBramalo jabs Monteban right on the nose. Monteban blinks but takes it well.
Monteban with a body punch. A glancing blow. #CL#
Monteban moves into the clinch.
Monteban working some nice short punches in the clinch.
DeBramalo tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Monteban swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Monteban blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Monteban tries a body shot but DeBramalo blocks it.
Monteban taking a breather.
Monteban drops down looking for an ankle pick but DeBramalo pulls his leg out and moves away.
DeBramalo jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Monteban attempts a counter takedown but DeBramalo avoids it well and moves away.
DeBramalo scores with a jab to the body.
DeBramalo throws a sloppy head kick and Monteban moves out of range easily.
DeBramalo stuns Monteban with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.#T2#
Both fighters circling a little - DeBramalo finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
DeBramalo has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Monteban on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Monteban looks to land a left hand but DeBramalo moved out of range nicely.
DeBramalo looks like he wants to counter punch here.
DeBramalo tests Monteban's chin there with a solid looking shot.
DeBramalo throws a lazy uppercut
and Monteban counters with a lovely straight right hand!
DeBramalo sizes up Monteban with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
DeBramalo scores with a jab to the jaw.
Quentin DeBramalo is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
DeBramalo lands a jab to the head.
DeBramalo paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
DeBramalo misses with a hook.
Monteban needs to keep his hands up - DeBramalo had a free shot at his head there.
Monteban misses with a looping left.
Monteban changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
DeBramalo connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Monteban swings and misses with a hook to the body.
DeBramalo swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
DeBramalo lands with a straight right. Monteban didn't see that one coming.
Monteban tries to clinch up
and DeBramalo counters with a straight right hand.#T3#
A clash of legs there as DeBramalo blocks the low kick.
DeBramalo checks a leg kick.
Nice shot lands for DeBramalo.
A slow jab from DeBramalo misses its intended target.
DeBramalo is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Monteban.
DeBramalo tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Monteban misses with a straight right.
DeBramalo lands with a straight right. Monteban didn't see that one coming.
DeBramalo throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Monteban was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Monteban tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but DeBramalo swivels and escapes.
DeBramalo is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Monteban had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
DeBramalo uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Monteban.
DeBramalo thuds his right hand into Monteban's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
DeBramalo works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Monteban takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.#T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Monteban takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
DeBramalo 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.
Monteban connects with an inside leg kick.
DeBramalo looks to land a left hand but Monteban moved out of range nicely.
Monteban is looking to slow DeBramalo down with leg kicks.
DeBramalo uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Monteban.
DeBramalo connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Monteban keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Monteban stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from DeBramalo.
Monteban lands the left hand.
DeBramalo thuds his right hand into Monteban's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Monteban lands a jab to DeBramalo's midsection.
DeBramalo moves away from the strike by Monteban.
A jab from DeBramalo does it's job there.
DeBramalo is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
DeBramalo connects with a good right hand that stumbles Monteban. Monteban circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Monteban misses the jab.
It seemed like DeBramalo was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
DeBramalo throws a shot from downtown. Monteban moves away and avoids it.
DeBramalo misses the jab.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Quentin DeBramalo 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#
The crowd cheers as DeBramalo lands an impressive looking overhand right. Monteban doesn't seem phased though.
Monteban throws a leg kick but DeBramalo sees it coming and moves out of range.
DeBramalo looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
DeBramalo on the wrong end of a nice jab.
DeBramalo jabbing away but nothing is landing. #CL#
Monteban gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Monteban drops to a knee looking for a takedown but DeBramalo gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Monteban lands a nice shot to the body.
DeBramalo throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Montebans head.
Monteban looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
DeBramalo misses with a short punch on the inside.
Monteban fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Monteban lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Monteban misses with a body punch.
Monteban tries for a takedown. No joy.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ricardo Monteban. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Monteban tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A short right from DeBramalo on the inside.
DeBramalo working aggressively here.
DeBramalo fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
DeBramalo has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Monteban tries to throw a body punch but DeBramalo avoids it by throwing Monteban back against the cage.
Monteban working aggressively here.
Monteban is trying to force a seperation but DeBramalo has the dominant position.
DeBramalo throws a head punch that misses.
Monteban fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #BC#
Monteban pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Monteban closes the distance and clinches up with DeBramalo, looking for a takedown. Monteban pushes DeBramalo against the cage but DeBramalo circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Monteban swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Monteban backing away here, and DeBramalo unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
DeBramalo pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
DeBramalo misses the jab.#T2#
Monteban throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
A lazy body kick from Monteban
and DeBramalo counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
DeBramalo fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Monteban manages to avoid it.
Monteban lands a nice hook to DeBramalo's body. DeBramalo takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
DeBramalo slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
DeBramalo lands with a straight right. Monteban didn't see that one coming.
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!
DeBramalo uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Monteban.
DeBramalo has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Monteban.
A big left from Monteban misses.
Monteban tries to score with a low kick but DeBramalo moves his leg out of the way.
DeBramalo waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Monteban.
Monteban misses with a body kick.
Monteban tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. DeBramalo manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
DeBramalo lands with a right hand. #CL#
Monteban rushes DeBramalo and presses him up against the cage.
DeBramalo gets through Monteban's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#T3#
DeBramalo doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Monteban misses with a hook from the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Monteban.
DeBramalo misses with a hook to the ribs.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for DeBramalo.
DeBramalo lands an uppercut.
Monteban blocks an uppercut.
Monteban wants a takedown.
DeBramalo lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Monteban backwards.
Monteban slowing the pace effectively.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Monteban.
DeBramalo misses with the head strike. #BC2#
DeBramalo breaks from the clinch. #T4#
Monteban slips under a jab from DeBramalo.
DeBramalo listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
DeBramalo lands with an uppercut that bounces Monteban off the cage and back into range.
The fight stays on the outside here - Monteban looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
DeBramalo throws a lazy right hand but Monteban sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Monteban appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Monteban uses good head movement to avoid the hook from DeBramalo.
DeBramalo throws a head kick that Monteban semi-blocks.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Monteban pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Monteban misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from DeBramalo.
DeBramalo lands the left hand.
Monteban tries to clinch but DeBramalo moves out of range.
Monteban takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Monteban looks for the body kick but DeBramalo saw that one coming.
Quentin DeBramalo seems to be getting the better of the standup.
DeBramalo throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Monteban appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Monteban slips a straight right by DeBramalo.
DeBramalo lands a jab to the nose.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Quentin DeBramalo showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
DeBramalo throws a shot from downtown. Monteban moves away and avoids it.
DeBramalo swats away the attempt to clinch by Monteban.
Monteban shoots in but no luck this time.
DeBramalo moves out of range as Monteban strikes.
DeBramalo takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
DeBramalo misses with an uppercut.
Monteban takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Monteban looks to land a right hand but DeBramalo moved out of range.
A jab from Monteban misses.
DeBramalo misses with an uppercut. Monteban saw that one coming.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A leg kick checked by DeBramalo.
DeBramalo scores with a nice head shot.
DeBramalo lands with a shot to the body.
DeBramalo throws a jab but it's blocked by Monteban.
Monteban changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Monteban bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
DeBramalo dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#T1#
DeBramalo circles away from the clinch attempt.
Monteban misses with a low kick.
Monteban throws a low kick, looking for DeBramalo's leg but DeBramalo calmly moves out of range.
DeBramalo uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
DeBramalo takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Monteban waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract DeBramalo.
DeBramalo ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
DeBramalo just misses with a punch to the body.
Monteban gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
DeBramalo scores with a push kick.
Monteban misses the jab.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from DeBramalo! But no joy.
DeBramalo connects with a right hand. Monteban shakes it off.
Monteban throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around DeBramalo's waist but DeBramalo gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Monteban off to one side.
DeBramalo moves out of range as Monteban strikes.#T2#
DeBramalo throws a hook but Monteban avoids it easily.
A jab from Monteban misses.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Monteban's corner calls for a 1-2. Monteban obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Monteban dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
DeBramalo listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.#CL#
Monteban clinches. #BC2#
DeBramalo breaks from the clinch.
Monteban slips under a jab from DeBramalo.
DeBramalo swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Monteban.
DeBramalo takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
DeBramalo connects with the punch.
DeBramalo scores with a jab to the head. #ROC2#
Monteban is rocked!
Monteban lands with a nice body punch.
Ricardo Monteban has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Oh Monteban is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
A left lands for DeBramalo.
DeBramalo looks to land a left hand but Monteban moved out of range nicely.
A chopping leg kick lands by Monteban. #T3#
Monteban scores with a hook to the body. DeBramalo takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Monteban seems to have got his legs back now.
Monteban shoots in looking for a takedown. DeBramalo tries to sprawl out of it but Monteban keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. DeBramalo manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ricardo Monteban. That's going to take a lot out of him.
DeBramalo bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Monteban throws an overhand right that lands on DeBramalo's shoulder, as DeBramalo tries to avoid the shot.
DeBramalo throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Monteban on the side of the head.
DeBramalo ducks under a wild hook from Monteban.
Donk. DeBramalo catches Monteban right on the button with a cross.
Monteban takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
DeBramalo throws a right and a left that both miss.
Monteban throws a lazy right hand but DeBramalo sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Monteban takes one on the chin but keeps coming. #T4#
DeBramalo scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
DeBramalo throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Monteban misses the jab.
Quentin DeBramalo is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
DeBramalo ducks under a wild hook from Monteban.
Monteban connects with a looping right hand.
DeBramalo throws a good cross that connects.
Monteban takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
DeBramalo takes a swing at Monteban's ribcage but misses.
Monteban changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
DeBramalo displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Monteban throws out the jab.
DeBramalo works the jab nicely.
Monteban throws a chopping leg kick but DeBramalo manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Monteban misses with a body shot.
Monteban misses with a wild body shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Good work by DeBramalo as he checks the leg kick.
DeBramalo swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
DeBramalo lands a glancing blow to the side of Monteban's head.

And that's the end of the fight!
Quentin DeBramalo comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well DeBramalo 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 Robert Twigg scores the fight 27:30
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 27:30
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Quentin DeBramalo!
After the fight, Quentin DeBramalo was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.

Event: MMMA 72 Take vs Nomo
Date: Apr 15, 2018

#R1#
Hao takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Monteban throws a low kick, looking for Hao's leg but Hao calmly moves out of range.
Hao checks a low kick from Monteban.
Hao avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Hao loads up on a big right hand but Monteban slips the punch.#TD2#
Monteban feints and as Hao raises his hands in defense, Monteban changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Monteban throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Monteban working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.#SUB#
Hao has managed to work for a loose triangle. I think Monteban should be able to defend this one pretty easily though. Oh, Hao has tightened it up now! Monteban should have reacted faster there - he's in big trouble and yes, he's tapped out! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:40 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Lu Hao!
A victorious Lu Hao thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: MMMA Fright Night 2
Date: Mar 14, 2018

#R1#
Tallon tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Monteban was well out of range. Poor timing from Tallon.
Tallon moves out of range as Monteban strikes.
Ricardo Monteban seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tallon lands with a good body shot.
Tallon misses with a kick to the body.
We've been hearing reports that Monteban has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Monteban tries to clinch up but Tallon circles away and keeps his distance.
Tallon looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Monteban takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Monteban catches Tallon with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Monteban fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Monteban misses with a straight left.
Tallon uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Monteban.#TD#
Monteban shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Tallon manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Monteban landing some decent shots from guard.
Monteban wants to control from the top but Tallon keeps moving.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Tallon is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Monteban is controlling him.
Monteban postures up.
Monteban wants to control from the top but Tallon keeps moving.
Tallon controlling Monteban's posture.
Tallon trying to keep a closed guard but Monteban is proving a slippery customer.
Monteban postures up in Tallon's guard and throws a big left but Tallon blocks it.
Monteban prevents Tallon from getting back to his feet.
Monteban scoring with some ground and pound.
Monteban trying to control but Tallon is working from the bottom. #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.
Tallon seems keen to control Monteban's posture.
Monteban wants to control from the top but Tallon keeps moving.
Monteban postures up in Tallon's guard and throws a big left but Tallon blocks it.
Monteban lands a couple of digs.
Monteban scoring with punches to the head and body.
Tallon avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Monteban throws a big elbow that misses.
Tallon is looking to stand up but Monteban isn't so interested in that idea.
Tallon seems keen to control Monteban's posture.
Monteban lands a couple of digs.
Tallon wants to stand up but Monteban is controlling him.
Monteban slips nicely into half guard.#T3#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Monteban missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Tallon tries to get to full guard but Monteban has control of the leg.
Tallon wants to control but Monteban is keeping busy. #ES2#
Tallon has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Monteban is on him like a limpet, forcing Tallon back against the cage.
A short right from Tallon on the inside.
Tallon blocks an elbow strike.
Monteban is working for takedown but Tallon is calmly controlling the position for now.
Tallon fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tallon misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A head punch on the inside from Monteban fails to land.
Still in the clinch, Tallon scores with a nice short uppercut.
Tallon lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Tallon stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Tallon misses with some punches.
Monteban throws an elbow but it misses. #T4##TD#
Monteban manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Tallon wants to stand but Monteban has a closed guard, so he can't escape. #SU2#
Tallon gets to his feet. Monteban looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Monteban takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Tallon throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tallon fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Monteban manages to avoid it.
Tallon throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Monteban chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Tallon can pounce on him.
Monteban has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Tallon.
Tallon throws the kick towards the body but Monteban avoids it.
Tallon swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Monteban.
Tallon swings for the body but Monteban moves out of range.
Monteban wants to clinch up but Tallon keeps it at a distance.
Tallon flicks out a counter leg kick but Monteban steps away.#CL#
Monteban clinches with his opponent.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Sean Tallon will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Tallon comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Tallon throws a chopping leg kick but Monteban manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Monteban throws a shot from downtown. Tallon moves away and avoids it.
A big right from Monteban misses.
Tallon throws a body punch but Monteban moves out of range.
Monteban appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Tallon lands a leg kick that knocks Monteban off balance momentarily.
Monteban doesn't manage to clinch there - Tallon circles away.
Tallon is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Monteban with a body shot.
Monteban misses with a low kick.
Tallon throws a nice inside leg kick. #TD#
Monteban fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Tallon sprawls well initially but Monteban persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Tallon wants to get back to his feet.
Monteban thows a huge punch but Tallon dodges it nicely.
Tallon wants to get back to his feet.
Tallon wants to improve his position but Monteban is controlling well. #T1#
Tallon is trying to stand back up but Monteban is controlling him
Monteban thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #SUB#
Monteban is looking for a kimura here.
Monteban lands strikes from half guard.#ES2#
Tallon pushes Monteban off and gets back to his feet.
Monteban misses with a body kick.
Monteban throws a body kick that misses.
Monteban throws a lazy right hand but Tallon sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Monteban throws a hook but Tallon blocks it.
A countering left hand to the body from Tallon misses.
Monteban throws a jab when Tallon was well out of range.
Monteban swings widly with a right hand
and Tallon counters with a nice leg kick.
Monteban misses the shot to the body.
Tallon follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.#T2#
Monteban keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tallon.
Tallon throws a lazy right hand but Monteban sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Tallon jabs Monteban to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Tallon throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Monteban moves to clinch but Tallon breaks away
and Tallon counters with a stiff right hand.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tallon with a nice cross.
Tallon scores with a jab.
Tallon defending well as Monteban loads up on a big left hand. #TD#
Monteban bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Monteban is putting a hurting on Tallon here, landing some big shots from side control.
Tallon is trying to get back to his feet.
Ricardo Monteban overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Tallon is looking for a sweep.
Monteban wants to lay and pray for a moment but Tallon keeps working. #T3#
Monteban misses with the ground and pound.
Monteban in side control lands a decent elbow.
Monteban 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.#SUB#
Monteban tries for a kimura but Tallon is defending well.
Monteban is chipping away with strikes.
Tallon pushes Monteban away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Monteban gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.#ES2#
Tallon sneaks out the side door and pushes Monteban away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.
Tallon lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Tallon attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Monteban fails in his attempt to clinch.
Tallon throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Monteban is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tallon.
Tallon feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Monteban's calf.#T4#
Monteban keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Monteban cracks Tallon with an open hand slap.
Monteban throws a lazy right hand but Tallon sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Tallon steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Monteban.
Tallon does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Monteban takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Monteban is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tallon.
Monteban throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Tallon counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Tallon has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.
Monteban throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Monteban checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
A counter left hand to the body from Monteban misses its target.
Monteban loads up on a big right hand but Tallon slips the punch.
Tallon was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Tallon wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
A chopping leg kick lands by Tallon.
Sean Tallon seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Monteban shoots in but Tallon avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Monteban avoids a punch combination nicely.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sean Tallon showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R3#
Tallon takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
The step up in weight doesn't seem to be a problem for Tallon. He's performing admirably here against the bigger man.
A chopping leg kick lands by Tallon.
A leg kick checked by Monteban.
Tallon slaps away a takedown attempt from Monteban, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Tallon throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Tallon misses with a low kick.
Monteban throws the left hand but Tallon avoids the punch easily.#TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Monteban.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tallon manages to work his way to half guard, despite Monteban's best efforts.#ES2#
Tallon has one foot on Monteban's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tallon lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Monteban's jab looks to have found its range, popping Tallon under the eye.
Monteban is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.#T1#
Monteban tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Tallon is able to avoid easily.
Monteban closes this distance looking for a takedown but Tallon circles away.
Tallon cracks the inside of Monteban's front leg.
Tallon takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Tallon scores with a jab to the body.
Monteban misses with a hook to the body
and Tallon counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Monteban uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Sean Tallon is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Monteban looks to land a left hand but Tallon moved out of range nicely.
Tallon lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Tallon throws a body shot but no joy. #CL#
Monteban clinches up against the cage.
Nice body punch from Tallon.
Monteban tries for a takedown. No joy.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ricardo Monteban. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Monteban blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Monteban is trying to push Tallon away but Tallon has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.#T2#
Tallon misses with a hook from the clinch.
Tallon lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Monteban backwards.
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!
Monteban tries to throw a body punch but Tallon avoids it by throwing Monteban back against the cage.
A hook to the body from Tallon.
Tallon tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Monteban's elbow. #BC#
Monteban pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Tallon's jab looks to have found its range, popping Monteban under the eye.
Monteban avoids the body shot from Tallon.
Tallon misses with a body shot.
Monteban half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Tallon throws a solid leg kick but Monteban takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Tallon.
Tallon keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Monteban tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Tallon is able to avoid easily.
Tallon keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Monteban.
A solid leg kick lands there for Tallon.
Monteban looks to score with a jab to the body but Tallon is just out of range.#T3#
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Tallon, right into the meat.
Tallon cracks Monteban with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Tallon moves out of range as Monteban strikes.#TD#
Monteban looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Monteban lands a nice short elbow.
Monteban throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Tallon pushes Monteban off looking to stand but Monteban dives back in and keeps control.
Tallon is controlling Monteban's trapped leg to prevent Monteban from advancing to side control.
Monteban is trying to control. Tallon wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Tallon has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Tallon tries to kick Monteban off but Monteban keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. #ES2#
Tallon pushes Monteban off and gets back to his feet.
A decent looking cross lands there for Monteban.#T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Monteban, right into the meat.
Tallon throws a nice inside leg kick.
Monteban missing with a left hand there. Tallon was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Monteban looks to throw a body kick
and Monteban takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Monteban is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Tallon tries to work over Monteban's front leg with a kick but Monteban checks it. #TD#
Monteban gets a double leg takedown into Tallon's guard.#ES2#
Tallon pushes Monteban off and gets back to his feet.
Tallon wants to land a leg kick but Monteban is out of range.
Tallon slips under a jab.
Tallon is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Monteban rather than just go for the knockout.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tallon connects with a solid leg kick.
Tallon slips a straight right by Monteban.
Monteban moves out of range of the leg kick from Tallon.
Monteban appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Tallon digs a good hook to Monteban's body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sean Tallon really dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R4#
Monteban misses the jab.
Monteban takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Tallon digs a good hook to Monteban's body.
A cross from Monteban lands.
Monteban moves forwards but Tallon connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Nice sprawl there from Tallon as Monteban shoots in.
Tallon looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#CL2#
Tallon has managed to clinch.
Monteban blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tallon misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Tallon prevents Monteban from breaking the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tallon is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Monteban blocks an uppercut.
Tallon misses with a short punch on the inside.
Tallon lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Tallon lands with a left to the head. #T1#
Monteban has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Tallon is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ricardo Monteban. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Monteban utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Tallon tries a body shot but Monteban blocks it.
The referee is keeping an eye on Monteban - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Tallon lands a nice uppercut.
Tallon prevents a body shot from Monteban.
Tallon misses with a hook from the clinch.
Monteban prevents a body shot from Tallon.
Tallon working aggressively here.
A short body shot lands from Tallon as the two fighters clinch.
Nice body punch from Tallon.
Tallon misses with a short punch on the inside.
Monteban prevents a body shot from Tallon.
Tallon throws a head punch that misses.
Monteban tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Tallon smiles and moves away. #T2#
Tallon connects with a good right hand that stumbles Monteban. Monteban circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Tallon lands an overhand right.
The crowd cheers as Tallon lands an impressive looking overhand right. Monteban doesn't seem phased though.
Monteban goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Monteban pivots, looking for a leg kick but Tallon is out of range and Monteban settles back down.
Monteban swings widly with a right hand
and Tallon counters with a lovely straight right hand!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tallon throws a low kick but it's checked well by Monteban.
Tallon throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Monteban was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Tallon throws a leg kick but Monteban sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Monteban has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Tallon.
Monteban throws a lazy right hand but Tallon sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#T3#
Monteban looks for a takedown but Tallon sprawls well.
A good leg kick by Tallon.
Monteban connects with a solid leg kick.
Monteban missing with a left hand there. Tallon was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Tallon dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Tallon throws a jab when Monteban was well out of range.
Monteban doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Tallon counters with an inside leg kick.
Tallon scores with a shot to the body.
Tallon tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Monteban scores with a jab to the body.
Tallon with a nice cross.#T4#
Monteban on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Tallon takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
That kick from Tallon tenderised Monteban's leg. Monteban is trying to keep his angry face on.
Monteban shoots and misses
and Tallon counters with a nice leg kick.
It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over.
Tallon stuffs the takedown attempt from Monteban. Monteban gets slowly back to his feet.
Tallon displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Monteban throws out the jab.
Tallon chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Tallon ducks right into an uppercut from Monteban.
Monteban walks into a straight right hand from Tallon.
Monteban looks to land a body kick but Tallon moved away.
Tallon displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Monteban throws out the jab.
Tallon swings away with a leg kick that misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sean Tallon dominated that fourth round.
That's time! Monteban's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R5#
Monteban takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Monteban with a poor takedown
and Tallon counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Tallon looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Tallon scores with a hook to the body. Monteban takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Tallon lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Monteban scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.#TD#
Monteban dives in and scores a takedown into Tallon's guard.#ES2#
Tallon uses the cage to get back to his feet.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tallon misses with a body kick.
Monteban is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Tallon.
Monteban lunges at Tallon with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Tallon's hand. #TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Monteban.
Tallon tries to escape but Monteban is in control.
Tallon prevents Monteban from improving position.
Both of our modern day gladiators look out of it here - a gruelling 5 rounds of action taking it's toll on them, no doubt.#T1#
Tallon is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Monteban is controlling him well.
Tallon is trying to control Monteban's posture but Monteban avoids it.
Check out the look on Monteban's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Monteban trying to control the action but Tallon is working from the bottom.
Monteban misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
Tallon is trying to get back to his feet.#SUB#
Monteban tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Tallon wants to get back to his feet.
Sean Tallon is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#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.
Tallon on the wrong end of some ground and pound. #SUB#
Monteban is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Tallon has escaped the position, nice work there.
Tallon is pushing Monteban's head away, looking to escape. Monteban manages to hold on to the position though.
Monteban working the ground and pound.
Tallon wants to get back to his feet.
Tallon is looking for a sweep.
Ricardo Monteban has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
An elbow from Monteban crashes against the mat.
Monteban trying to control the position but Tallon is working away. #T3#
Monteban working the head with strikes.
Monteban misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
Monteban tries to score with some ground and pound. Tallon controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Tallon wants to get back to his feet.#SUB#
Monteban tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Monteban has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Monteban working the ground and pound from side control.
Tallon tries to escape but Monteban is in control. #ES2#
Tallon sneaks out the side door and pushes Monteban away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.
Tallon with a hook.
Tallon changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
A jab from Monteban finds it's way through Tallon's defenses. #T4#
Tallon looks to score with a jab to the body but Monteban is just out of range.
Tallon uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Monteban.
Monteban moves out of range as Tallon throws a body kick.
Monteban fails with the takedown
and Tallon counters with a straight right hand.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Tallon - that will leave a mark!
Nice uppercut there from Tallon.
A cross from Monteban lands.
Monteban throws an ugly left hook that misses
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Tallon with a jab.
A chopping leg kick lands by Tallon.
Tallon connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Monteban misses with a body shot.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 45:50
Judge Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 45:50
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 45:50

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sean Tallon!
After winning the bout, Sean Tallon thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: MMMA 66 Heavy Hitters Rd 1
Date: Mar 04, 2018

#R1#
Monteban swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Mata misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Monteban.
Mata throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Mata looks to score with a jab to the body but Monteban is just out of range.
A telegraphed right hand from Monteban misses the target.
Mata darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Mata loads up on a big right hand but Monteban slips the punch.
Monteban tests Mata's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Monteban wants to clinch
and Mata counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Monteban digs a good hook to Mata's body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Monteban throws an overhand right that lands on Mata's shoulder, as Mata tries to avoid the shot.
It seemed like Mata was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Mata moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Mata throws a body shot but no joy. #TD#
Monteban throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Mata tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Monteban is in Mata's guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Monteban scores with a decent looking elbow strike.#T1#
Monteban throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Mata works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Monteban preventing the sweep.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Monteban accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #SUB2#
Mata had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Monteban defends it easily.
Mata not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #SUB2#
Monteban avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Monteban landing with the ground and pound.
Mata working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Monteban.
Mata lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB##T2#
Mata wants to control from the top but Monteban keeps moving.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Monteban is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Monteban 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.
Mata trying to control but Monteban is working from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Monteban keeping full guard, as Mata tries to pass. #T3##SUB#
Monteban escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Mata gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Monteban seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Mata sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Monteban's guard. #SUB2#
Mata 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. #SUB#
Monteban is working on a guillotine. He's managed to get to full guard and he's really squeezing tight! Mata is tapping! Great win for Monteban!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Ricardo Monteban!
After winning the bout, Ricardo Monteban thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: MMMA 63 Moors vs Alatalo 2
Date: Feb 14, 2018

#R1#
A slow jab from DeBramalo misses its intended target.
DeBramalo lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Monteban looks to land a right hand but DeBramalo moved out of range.
DeBramalo misses with a wild body shot.
Monteban fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
DeBramalo thumps Monteban with a low kick.
Monteban throws a body kick that misses.
DeBramalo lets loose with a powerful body kick. Monteban will feel that in the morning.
DeBramalo with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Monteban to score with a decent uppercut.
Monteban moves out of range of the body kick from DeBramalo.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
DeBramalo throws a big shot that misses.
DeBramalo scores with a hook.
Monteban lands a glancing blow to the side of DeBramalo's head.
DeBramalo tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Monteban was well out of range. Poor timing from DeBramalo.
DeBramalo connects with a right hand. Monteban shakes it off.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Monteban is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
DeBramalo drops down looking for a counter takedown but Monteban sprawls and moves away.#T1#
DeBramalo misses with a looping left.
A looping hook to the body misses from DeBramalo. Monteban does a little dance to reset his feet.
Monteban drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
DeBramalo tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
DeBramalo fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Monteban looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Monteban gets cracked there but stands up to it.
DeBramalo misses with an attempted mid kick. #TD2#
Monteban shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Monteban lands a nice short elbow.
DeBramalo keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
My spies in The Coffee Shop inform me that Monteban has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Monteban is trying to control. DeBramalo wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#T2#
DeBramalo is trying to maintain the position but Monteban is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB2#
Monteban wants to work for an arm triangle but DeBramalo is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Monteban moves into full mount! DeBramalo won't be happy about that!
DeBramalo is squirming around, avoiding Monteban's attempts to control the action.
DeBramalo is in a horrible position here, under a barrage of strikes, he's managing to avoid any damage.
Monteban dominating with strikes here.#SUB2#
DeBramalo defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Monteban.
DeBramalo gets back to half guard.#T3#
DeBramalo gets back to full guard.
DeBramalo utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Monteban trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now DeBramalo is on top in guard. #REVR#
DeBramalo chips away with some ground and pound.
Monteban wants to sweep here but DeBramalo controlling him for the moment. #SUB2#
Monteban working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. DeBramalo doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. DeBramalo manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Monteban is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #T4#
DeBramalo trying to control but Monteban is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Monteban is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. DeBramalo is aware though and is defending well.
DeBramalo loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #SUB2#
Monteban is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. DeBramalo is aware though and is defending well.#SUB2#
Monteban is working for submissions here. He's thrown up his legs looking for a triangle but DeBramalo frees his head nicely. Oh but Monteban has switched to an armbar! DeBramalo is tapping furiously! Lovely submission there!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Armbar). Ricardo Monteban!
Ricardo Monteban seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: MMMA 59 Bunting vs Powell
Date: Jan 14, 2018

#R1#
Monteban on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Tiili misses with a two punch combination.
Tiili blocks a jab.
Monteban shoots in looking for a takedown but Tiili manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Monteban's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Monteban tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tiili was well out of range. Poor timing from Monteban.
Tiili fails in his attempt to clinch.
Monteban misses with a jab to the body #TD#
so Tiili counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Tiili advances position into side control!
Monteban is looking for a sweep.
Monteban gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Tiili tries to pass to full mount but Monteban defends it.
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. Tiili connects with a nice short shot to Monteban's temple.
Monteban manages to get to full guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB2#
Monteban is looking to cinch up a triangle. Tiili throws the leg off to one side though and gets in tight to Monteban's body to avoid the submission. Monteban has instead reached around Tiili's neck and now has a guillotine! Oh, this is biiiig trouble! Monteban arches his back and squeezes and forces the tap from his hapless opponent.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Ricardo Monteban!
A very excited looking Ricardo Monteban 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: MMMA 51 Cortez vs Legstrong
Date: Nov 25, 2017

#R1#
Monteban throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Uru lands with a shot to the body.
Monteban with a lazy takedown attempt
and Uru counters with a stiff right hand.
Uru swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Ricardo Monteban seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Uru slaps away a takedown attempt from Monteban, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Uru looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Monteban throws a hook but Uru avoids it easily.
Uru tries to land a front kick but Monteban steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Monteban is looking to counter the offense by Uru and move into the clinch.
Uru moves out of range of the strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Monteban moves into the clinch.#BC2#
Uru escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Monteban misses with a leg kick
and Uru counters with a kick to the head that grazes his opponent. Monteban is lucky that one didn't land flush.
Uru checks a leg kick.
Uru blocks a low kick nicely.#T1#
Monteban scores with a hook to the body. Uru takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Monteban cracks Uru with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Uru throws a body kick despite being completely out of range#TD#
and Monteban counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Monteban won't allow Uru to get back to his feet.
Monteban throws a big elbow that misses.
Monteban won't allow Uru to get back to his feet.
Monteban working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #ES2#
Uru manages to escape and get back to his feet.
Monteban lands a nice leg kick that just misses Uru's sensitive parts.
A lazy body kick from Monteban
and Uru counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Monteban thinking.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Monteban lands with a right hand.
Uru takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Uru has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.#T2#
Uru keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
And Uru responds with a good body kick, but Monteban manages to step out the way in time.
Uru feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Monteban's calf.
Monteban tries to clinch but Uru moves out of range.
Monteban tries to clinch but Uru is having none of it.
Uru now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Monteban with a lazy takedown attempt
and Uru counters with a stiff right hand.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ricardo Monteban. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Uru tries a head kick but it misses.
Monteban getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Monteban tries to score a power double leg takedown but Uru sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Monteban somewhat.
Monteban swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Uru.#T3#
Monteban just misses with a punch to the body.
Uru tries to land a leg kick but Monteban saw it coming and moves away.
Monteban is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Uru tries a quick counter leg kick but Monteban is wise to it.
Monteban tries to clinch but Uru moves out of range.
Monteban bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Uru's head.
Monteban gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Uru counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Monteban thinking.
Uru jabs at Monteban's body.
Monteban misses with a right hand
and Uru counters with a stiff right hand.
Monteban throws a leg kick but Uru moved away.#T4#
A kick lands to the mid section there for Uru.
Monteban misses with a hook to the body
and Uru counters with a low kick, right behind Monteban 's knee.
Uru stuffs the takedown attempt from Monteban. Monteban gets slowly back to his feet.
Uru lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.#TD#
Monteban scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Uru prevents Monteban from improving position.
Monteban throwing shots but missing, from side control.
An elbow from Monteban crashes against the mat.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Monteban misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
Monteban trying to control the action but Uru is working from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Yas Uru will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Monteban blocks the body kick.
Monteban throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Uru counters with a nice uppercut.
Monteban scores with a shot to the body.
Monteban missing with a left hand there. Uru was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Uru looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Monteban avoids a kick to the body.
A swing and a miss from Uru.
Monteban scores with a push kick.
Monteban ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Monteban moves out of range as Uru throws a body kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Uru checks a leg kick.
Monteban throws a shot from downtown. Uru moves away and avoids it.
Uru now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Monteban scores with a jab to the body.
Uru fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Monteban manages to avoid it.#T1#
Uru misses with a body shot.
Monteban swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Monteban scores with a nice body kick.
Uru throws a body kick that misses
and Monteban makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Uru blocks a leg kick.#TD#
Monteban drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Monteban wants to control from the top but Uru keeps moving.
Monteban postures up in Uru's guard and throws a big left but Uru blocks it.
Monteban postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Monteban trying to control but Uru is working from the bottom. #T2#
Monteban is stalling in the full guard.
Monteban throws a big elbow that misses.
Monteban wants to control from the top but Uru keeps moving.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
Uru working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Monteban.
Uru keeping moving, preventing Monteban from controlling successfully.
Uru preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Uru avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #T3##ES2#
Uru wriggles free and stands up.
Monteban misses with an uppercut
letting Uru counter with a right hand.
An inside leg kick lands from Uru.
Uru avoids the body shot from Monteban.
Uru throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Uru takes a swing at Monteban's ribcage but misses.
Monteban misses with a right hand
and Uru cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Monteban chopping away at his opponent's legs.
A looping hook to the body misses from Uru. Monteban does a little dance to reset his feet.
Monteban is looking to counter the offense by Uru and move into the clinch.
Yas Uru seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Uru swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Uru lands with a hook. Monteban tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Monteban looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks. #T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Monteban shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Uru counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
A chopping leg kick lands by Monteban.
Monteban looks to score with a jab to the body but Uru is just out of range.
Uru with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Monteban to score with a decent uppercut.
Uru on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Monteban. Monteban obviously looking to wear him down.
Uru bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Uru let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Monteban takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
A thudding body kick lands there by Uru!
Monteban wants to clinch
and Uru counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Yas Uru is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Monteban throws a hook but Uru blocks it.
Uru throws a big counter head kick but Monteban avoids it with no problem.
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 Ricardo Monteban will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Uru avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Uru lands a body shot.
Monteban looks to throw the jab but Uru is out of range.
Monteban backing away here, and Uru unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Uru throws a lazy right hand but Monteban sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Uru throws a body shot but no joy.
A jab lands there for Monteban.
Monteban looks to throw the jab but Uru is out of range.
And Uru responds with a good body kick, but Monteban manages to step out the way in time.
Monteban looks to land a left hand but Uru moved out of range nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Monteban takes a swing at Uru's ribcage but misses.
Monteban throws a lazy right hand but Uru sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Uru is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Monteban with a body shot.
Uru keeps Monteban at a distance using the push kick.
A slapping leg kick lands for Monteban. #T1#
Nice uppercut lands for Uru. That snapped Monteban's head back.
Monteban misses with a wild body shot.
A big right from Uru misses.
Uru swats away the attempt to clinch by Monteban.
Uru misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Monteban connects with a good right hand that stumbles Uru. Uru circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Monteban uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Uru.
Uru throws a body punch but Monteban moves out of range.
A slapping leg kick lands for Monteban.
Monteban closes the distance looking to clinch
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.#T2#
Monteban shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Uru but Uru pushes him off and we're back to square one.#CL#
Monteban closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #BC2#
Uru escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Uru misses with a looping right.
Uru punishes Monteban's body with a nice straight punch.
Uru avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Monteban misses with a hook.#CL#
Monteban clinches up with Uru and pushes him back against the cage.#T3#
Monteban lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Monteban fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
I was talking to Monteban's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Monteban has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Uru is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Monteban throws a head punch that misses.
Uru tries to break the clinch but Monteban is controlling the position.
Monteban lands with a right to the head.
Monteban is stalling here. #BC2#
Uru escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #TD#
Monteban throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Uru was covering up waiting for the punch and Monteban finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Monteban is looking to work some ground and pound but Uru has wrist control.#T4#
Monteban working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Monteban 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.
Monteban postures up in Uru's guard and throws a big left but Uru blocks it.
Monteban makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.#ES2#
Uru pushes Monteban off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Uru misses with a straight left.
Uru just misses with a punch to the body.
Monteban throws a shot from downtown. Uru moves away and avoids it.
Monteban tries to clinch but Uru moves out of range.
Uru missing with a left hand there. Monteban was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Monteban chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Uru can pounce on him.
Monteban throws a looping overhand right but Uru ducks down to avoid it.
Uru throws out a counter right but Monteban avoids it with no problem.

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 Ricardo Monteban.
I think Monteban 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 Albert Achterberg scores the fight 29:28
Judge Aafke Stam scores the fight 29:28
Judge Daniel Blasius scores the fight 29:28

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

Event: MMMA 48 Alatalo vs Moors
Date: Nov 04, 2017

#R1#
Mata misses with a looping right.
Monteban fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Monteban scores with a jab to the body.
Mata throws a hook but Monteban blocks it.
Mata dodges the punch combination from Monteban.
Mata tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Monteban was well out of range. Poor timing from Mata.
Mata jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Mata throws a right hand that misses
and Monteban counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Mata takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Mata is looking to land body kicks.
Mata throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mata swings for the body but Monteban moves out of range.
Monteban misses with a body shot.
Mata misses with a body kick. #TD2#
Monteban darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Mata is staying active underneath Monteban, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T1#
Monteban is thwarting Mata's attempts to control the position.
Monteban trying to control from half guard but Mata is working away.
Monteban not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Mata is looking for a sweep. Monteban is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Monteban 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.
Monteban thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Mata's head.
Monteban landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. #SUB#
Monteban is looking to control the position but Mata frees his trapped leg and locks up an armbar from the bottom! It looks tight! Monteban grimaces and holds on for a second but is forced to tap or have his arm broken! Slick Jiu Jitsu from Mata there - Monteban really paying for some sloppy defensive work!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Dado Mata!
Dado Mata thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: HFC 118:Northrop vs Poffo
Date: Sep 30, 2017

#R1##CL2#
Pinea closes the distance and clinches.
Monteban fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Monteban throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Pinea misses with a knee to the head.
A head punch on the inside from Monteban fails to land.
Pinea misses with a hook to the ribs.
Pinea struggles to land a body shot inside as Monteban controls his hands.
Monteban managing to block the knees to the body from Pinea.
Pinea missing with knees to the body.
Monteban wants a takedown but no success here.
Monteban tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Pinea is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Monteban is defending well for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Monteban lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Pinea backwards.
Pinea lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
A short left from Pinea.
Pinea tries to land a knee to the head but Monteban blocks with his arms.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows. #T1#
Pinea using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Monteban has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Monteban managing to block the knees to the body from Pinea.
Pinea goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Monteban lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Pinea backwards.
Monteban is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ricardo Monteban. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Pinea lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Pinea told us before the fight that he's been working on his elbows. An under utilised technique these days - let's see if it can sway the outcome of the fight.
Monteban has a couple of punches blocked by Pinea.
Pinea misses with the head strike. #BC#
Monteban breaks from the clinch.
Pinea throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Monteban throws out a leg kick but Pinea moves out of range and Monteban only half commits.
Pinea throws a half hearted mid kick.
Pinea clobbers Monteban with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. #T2#
Pinea throws the kick towards the body but Monteban avoids it.
Pinea shoots in looking for a takedown but Monteban manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Pinea's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
A counter left hand to the body from Monteban misses its target.
Some bone on bone action there as Pinea checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Monteban swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Monteban lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
This has been an exciting period of action!#CL2#
Pinea forces Monteban back against the cage and clinches.
Monteban misses with a punch to the body.
Monteban looking for a takedown.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Pinea landing knees to the head.
Pinea tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Monteban's elbow.
Pinea trying to land knees to the body.
Monteban has a couple of punches blocked by Pinea.
Monteban blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Monteban is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Pinea to keep the fight standing.#T3#
Pinea misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Monteban throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Monteban tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Pinea smiles and moves away.
Monteban throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Pinea on the side of the head.
Pinea is looking to land body kicks.
Monteban shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down. #TD2#
Pinea manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Monteban on his heels. He'll look to pass Monteban's guard now, I'm sure.#SUB#
Monteban looking for subs off his back but Pinea has passed one foot through into half guard.
Pinea passes the guard and advances to mount! #T4#
Pinea tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Monteban tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Pinea sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Monteban keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Monteban is squirming around, avoiding Pinea's attempts to control the action.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Koko Pinea dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2##CL2#
Monteban gets tackled into the cage by Pinea. Pinea maintains the clinch.
Monteban is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Pinea gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Pinea has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#TD#
Monteban lands a takedown into guard.
Monteban stopping the sweep attempt from Pinea.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Monteban being controlled here momentarily.
Pinea not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Pinea keeping moving, preventing Monteban from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Monteban wants to pass the guard but Pinea is keeping the position.
Monteban throws a big elbow that misses. #T1#
Monteban throws a big right hand that misses.
Pinea trying to keep a closed guard but Monteban is proving a slippery customer.
Monteban stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Pinea swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Monteban throws a strike but Pinea rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB##SUB#
Monteban is looking for a triangle here but Pinea uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Pinea remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while. #T2#
Monteban is looking to regain half guard here but Pinea keeps moving and retains side control.
Pinea tries to move into full mount but can't pass Monteban's legs.
Monteban tries to bench press Pinea off him but Pinea keeps the position.
Monteban looking for a sweep but Pinea has passed into full mount! Oh no!
Pinea wants to control the pace but Monteban is squirming around nicely. #T3#
Monteban taking shots to the head.
Pinea unloading with bombs!
Pinea trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Monteban gets back to half guard.#SUB#
Monteban is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Pinea pulls his head out easily.
Pinea is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. #T4#
Pinea is keen to just control but Monteban is a slippery customer.
Monteban won't allow Pinea to pass to mount.
Monteban makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Monteban.
Monteban can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Pinea controls the pace.
Pinea trying to control but Monteban is working from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Monteban bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Pinea's guard. #REVR#
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Koko Pinea will probably get the nod - 10:9.
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#
Monteban misses with a low kick.
Monteban throws an ugly left hook that misses #CL2#
and Pinea counters by moving into the clinch.
Monteban misses with a punch to the body.
Pinea takes a shot to the head.
Monteban misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Pinea prevents the takedown attempt.
Monteban takes a knee right on the jaw! #CUT2#
It looks like Ricardo Monteban has been cut.
Monteban avoiding damage.
Monteban has a couple of punches blocked by Pinea.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pinea tries to land knees in the clinch but Monteban avoids the damage to the body.
Monteban is trying to drag Pinea to the mat but Pinea just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Pinea tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Monteban avoids it.#T1#
The referee is keeping an eye on Monteban - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Monteban throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Pinea tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Pinea tries a body shot but Monteban blocks it.
Monteban lands a left hand.
Monteban wants a takedown but no success here.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ricardo Monteban. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Pinea tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Pinea using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Pinea tries to land knees in the clinch but Monteban avoids the damage to the body.
Pinea struggles to land a body shot inside as Monteban controls his hands.
Pinea is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Monteban is defending well for now.
Monteban tries for a takedown. No joy.
Pinea lands on the inside with an uppercut. #T2##TD#
Monteban jumps into guard, dragging Pinea to the mat.
Monteban controls Pinea momentarily but Pinea frees himself. #SUB#
Monteban has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Pinea is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Monteban.
Monteban can't do much from the bottom here.
Monteban tries to buck Pinea off but Pinea is having none of it.
Pinea cracks Monteban with a big right hand but Monteban just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go. #T3#
Pinea sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Monteban is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Monteban is trying to escape the position but Pinea is controlling the position.
Pinea's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Pinea wants to lay and pray for a moment but Monteban keeps working.
Monteban wants to control but Pinea postures up.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Pinea takes a little break here. Monteban wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Pinea scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Monteban to see if he's OK.
Monteban sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Monteban gets back to full guard. #SUB#
Monteban has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Pinea can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Pinea trying to control but Monteban is working from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Koko Pinea really dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Ricardo Monteban's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R4#
Monteban misses with an uppercut. Pinea saw that one coming.
Nice body kick there by Pinea.
Pinea pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Pinea looking to land some kicks to the body here.
It looked like Monteban wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Pinea throws a half hearted mid kick.
The crowd cheers as Pinea lands an impressive looking overhand right. Monteban doesn't seem phased though.
Pinea displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Monteban throws out the jab.
Pinea tries to counter by closing the distance.
A nice inside leg kick there by Monteban. That's going to slow Pinea down.
Pinea misses with a kick to the body
and Pinea takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Pinea misses with a jab to the body
and Monteban cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pinea tries to clinch but Monteban is having none of it.
Monteban takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Monteban misses with a leg kick.
Pinea wants to counter with a clinch but Monteban pushes him away.
Monteban tries to land a leg kick but Pinea saw it coming and moves away.
Pinea tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Monteban paws at him with a jab and circles away.#T1#
Pinea keeps the fight on the outside.
Ricardo Monteban seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Pinea fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Monteban.
Pinea lands a nice looking body kick.
Monteban swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Pinea throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Pinea moves out of range as Monteban strikes.
Pinea steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Monteban.#CL2#
Pinea closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Monteban is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Monteban tries to pull guard but Pinea won't allow it.
Pinea missing with knees to the body. #TD#
Monteban has picked Pinea up - he's going for a ride! Monteban dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
Koko Pinea has got the better of the ground game so far.
Monteban thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Pinea's head. #T2#
Pinea trying to hold on to Monteban's head to control him but Monteban postures up.
Pinea regains full guard. Nicely done.
Pinea wants to sweep here but Monteban controlling him for the moment.
Monteban postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Pinea avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Monteban postures up and lands a big shot to Pinea's brow.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Pinea is trying to hold Monteban in close to prevent damage but Monteban has managed to pass into half guard.
Monteban sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Pinea defending well though.
Pinea blocking the ground and pound attempt from Monteban. #T3#
Pinea has hold of Monteban's hands but Monteban slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
We've been hearing that Monteban has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Monteban lands strikes from half guard.
Pinea wants to control but Monteban is keeping busy.
Pinea is looking for a sweep. Monteban is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Monteban trying to control the action but Pinea is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Pinea is defending against the submission attempts here by Monteban. #SUB#
Monteban is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #T4#
Pinea is trying to control but can't.
Pinea regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Monteban.
Monteban postures up.
Monteban wants to pass the guard but Pinea is keeping the position.
Pinea preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Monteban stays in close to Pinea's body and controls the position.
Pinea wants to sweep but no luck. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ricardo Monteban had his way with Koko Pinea in that round.
The cut man is working on Ricardo Monteban's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R5#
Pinea goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Monteban throws a leg kick that misses.
Pinea uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Monteban.
Pinea gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Monteban counters with a stiff right hand.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Pinea.
Pinea uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Monteban.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Pinea. Monteban shrugs it off though.
Monteban fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Pinea manages to avoid it.#CL#
Monteban closes the distance and clinches.
Pinea throws a knee to the head but misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Monteban fails to pull guard.
Monteban jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Pinea walks away with a smile on his face. Monteban gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Monteban keeps the fight on the outside.
As Pinea tries to get set, Monteban tries to push him back and clinch up but Pinea manages to avoid the attempt.
Crunch! Pinea slams his shin into Monteban's torso.#T1#
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Pinea.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Pinea.
Koko Pinea seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Monteban scores with a jab to the jaw.
Pinea goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Monteban thows a left - swing and a miss!
Monteban checks a low kick from Pinea.
Monteban moves into range and connects with a jab.
Monteban misses the shot to the body.
Pinea throws a series of punches but Monteban moves out of range.
Monteban walks into a straight right hand from Pinea.
Pinea bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Monteban lands the left hand.
Pinea tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Pinea looks to land a body kick but Monteban moved away.
Koko Pinea is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Monteban lands a nice hook to Pinea's body. Pinea takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Pinea lands a nice looking kick to the body. Monteban takes a step back to recover.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Monteban throws a body shot but no joy.
Pinea misses with a straight right.
Both fighters circling a little - Pinea finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Nice defenses there by Pinea.
Monteban wants to slow Pinea down by chopping away at his legs.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Pinea.
Pinea throws a shot to the body.
Monteban fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Pinea checks it well.
Ricardo Monteban has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Pinea checks a leg kick.
Monteban will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Pinea throws a shot from downtown. Monteban moves away and avoids it.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Monteban. #T3#
Monteban has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Pinea.
Horrible takedown attempt by Monteban or perhaps it was just good defense by Pinea, which made it look bad.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ricardo Monteban. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Monteban misses with a takedown attempt - Pinea sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Both of our modern day gladiators look out of it here - a gruelling 5 rounds of action taking it's toll on them, no doubt.
Pinea misses with an attempted mid kick.
Monteban tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Pinea is able to avoid easily.#CL#
Monteban closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #TD#
Monteban ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Monteban no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard. #SUB#
Monteban throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Pinea escapes and throws Monteban's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Pinea lands a decent elbow from side control. #T4#
Pinea is looking to take a break and control but Monteban is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Monteban is looking for a sweep.
Monteban stops Pinea from passing to mount.
Monteban misses with a strike from the bottom.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Marco Blurström scores the fight 46:49
Judge Tarja Halkonen scores the fight 46:49
Judge Johanna Lukiainen scores the fight 46:49

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Koko Pinea!
Koko Pinea is the new bantamweight champion!

Event: HFC 116:Sang Seok vs Machado
Date: Sep 16, 2017

#R1#
Monteban throws a wild body kick that Santos sees coming a mile off.
Monteban throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Santos misses with a looping right.
Santos throws a big shot that misses.
Monteban looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Monteban looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#TD#
Monteban scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Monteban controlling the action here.#SUB#
Monteban is trying to work for a kimura but Santos is defending well.
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.#SUB#
Santos is defending against the submission attempts here by Monteban.
Monteban throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Monteban 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.#T1##SUB#
Santos is defending against the submission attempts here by Monteban.
Santos is trying to stand.
Santos avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Monteban.
Santos on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. #SUB#
Monteban is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Monteban missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #SUB#
Monteban is trying to work for a kimura but Santos is defending well. #T2#
Santos is not content to let Monteban control the position.
Santos is looking for a sweep. Monteban is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Santos is refusing to be controlled, as Monteban sits in half guard. #SUB#
Santos is defending against the submission attempts here by Monteban.
Santos manages to get to full guard.
Monteban is in close to Santos's body, working some short punches and elbows.#T3#
Santos working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Monteban.
Monteban postures up in Santos's guard and throws a big left but Santos blocks it.
Monteban looking to sit in guard and control but Santos gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Santos stopping the sweep attempt from Monteban.#SUB#
Monteban working for a triangle but Santos defends it easily.
Monteban looking to hit a scissor sweep but Santos is one step ahead there. #T4##SUB#
Monteban has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Santos is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Monteban.
Santos trying to control the position but Monteban is working away.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Monteban tries to buck Santos off but Santos is having none of it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ricardo Monteban dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Monteban connects with a nice looking jab. #CL#
Monteban has managed to clinch.
Santos tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Monteban jumps guard but Santos turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Monteban wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Monteban lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Santos backwards.
Santos is trying to stall.
Monteban throws a head punch that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Monteban changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Santos fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Santos uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Monteban.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Santos! But no joy.
Monteban tries to clinch up.
Santos wants to counter with a clinch but Monteban pushes him away.
Santos looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Monteban is fending him off so far but Santos persists. Nope, Monteban circles away and we're back to standing.
Ricardo Monteban seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Monteban lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Santos at a distance. #T1##CL2#
Santos instigates a clinch.
Monteban stalls.
A short right from Santos on the inside.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
A short right from Monteban on the inside.
Monteban lands a nice uppercut.
Monteban just leaning against Santos, taking a breather. #TD#
Monteban has hold of one of Santos's legs. Santos is fighting the takedown attempt but Monteban gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
Monteban stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Santos swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T2#
Monteban postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Monteban missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Ricardo Monteban overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB2#
Monteban avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Monteban in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Santos trying to keep a closed guard but Monteban is proving a slippery customer.
Santos utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Monteban scoring with punches to the head and body.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Monteban lands a couple of elbows.
Monteban trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #T3#
Santos is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Monteban preventing the sweep.
Monteban throws a big elbow that misses.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Monteban accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Santos is trying to control the position but Monteban postures up.
Santos has momentary wrist control but Monteban slips an elbow through the middle.
Monteban postures up in Santos's guard and throws a big left but Santos blocks it.
Monteban works over Santos with some ground and pound from guard.#SUB#
Monteban thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Santos looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Santos utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #T4#
Monteban throwing strikes from guard but Santos blocks nicely.
Monteban with a flurry of punches that miss.
Monteban throws a big right hand that misses. #SUB#
Monteban drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Santos manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Monteban has Santos in his guard.#REVB#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Santos pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Monteban is keeping the position for now.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ricardo Monteban dominated that second 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.
#R3#
Monteban connects with a right hand. Santos shakes it off.
Santos scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Santos shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Monteban as he avoids it easily.
Monteban throws a good cross that connects.
Monteban throws a quick inside leg kick.
Santos stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Santos wants it to stay on the feet.
Monteban loads up on a big right hand but Santos slips the punch.#TD#
Monteban scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Santos is working to avoid the ground and pound but Monteban connects with a decent elbow.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Santos is looking for a sweep.#T1#
Monteban landing a few strikes.
Monteban looking to control but instead Santos has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.
Santos moves into full guard.
Monteban pushes down on Santos's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Monteban working the head and body with strikes. #SUB#
Monteban is working for a submission of some sort.
Santos wants to get back to full guard.#T2#
Monteban missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Ground and pound from Monteban.
Santos is in trouble now - Monteban has advanced to mount! #SUB#
Monteban jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Santos is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Santos and Monteban has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
Monteban scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Santos to see if he's OK.
Monteban working the ground and pound from side control.
Santos is looking for a sweep.
Santos is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#T3#
Monteban grinds an elbow into Santos's temple.
Santos looks to move to half guard but instead Monteban has passed into mount! Damn!
Santos takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.
Santos takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Santos wants to hold on but Monteban pushes him away.#SUB#
Monteban looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
Monteban lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent. #ROC#
Santos is rocked!
Monteban with a couple of short strikes.
Santos is wriggling around trying to escape.
The referee warns Santos that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head. #T4#
Monteban tries to control but Santos wriggling away.
Monteban landing strikes from the mount and Santos is in trouble!
Santos is still in real trouble! Can Monteban finish him?
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Monteban in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas. #SUB#
Monteban goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Santos turns into him and now he's in Monteban's guard.
Monteban keeping full guard, as Santos tries to pass.
Santos trying to control the position from guard on top but Monteban is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ricardo Monteban clearly takes 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.
#R4#
Monteban throws a leg kick #TD2#
and Santos decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Monteban's guard.
Santos seems to have recovered his senses.
Santos engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #SUB#
Monteban working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Santos doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Santos manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Monteban trying to control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Monteban looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T1##SUB#
Monteban is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
Monteban escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Santos gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Santos pushing down on Monteban's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Santos seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Monteban does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB#
Monteban looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Monteban looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Santos takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Monteban works his way to full guard. Good work.
My spies in Combate Gym 🇧🇷 inform me that Santos has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#SUB#
Monteban has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Santos can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T3#
Monteban 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.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Santos passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Santos is looking to take a break and control but Monteban is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Monteban tries to buck Santos off but Santos is having none of it.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Santos wants to control but Monteban is keeping him busy. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Monteban scores with a jab to the jaw.#CL#
Monteban pushes Santos up against the cage in a clinch.
Monteban just leaning against Santos, taking a breather.
Monteban goes for a takedown attempt but Santos pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Santos blocks the body kick.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Santos takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Santos tries to clinch but Monteban is having none of it.
Monteban wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close fourth round but I would say that Ricardo Monteban will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R5#
Santos rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Monteban counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Monteban throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
A chopping leg kick lands by Monteban.
Monteban shoots in but no luck this time.
Santos tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Santos tries to clinch up
and Monteban counters with a nice uppercut.
Monteban throws an off balance right hand
and Santos counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Monteban thinking.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Monteban misses with an uppercut. Santos saw that one coming.
Santos is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Monteban throws a right hand that misses #CL2#
and Santos counters by clinching up. #T1##BC#
Monteban breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Monteban lands a glancing blow to the side of Santos's head.#CL#
Monteban pushes Santos up against the cage in a clinch.
Monteban taking a breather.
Monteban jumps guard but Santos stands there with Monteban around his waist. Monteban gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Monteban.
Monteban tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Santos's elbow.
Santos goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Santos is trying to stall.
Monteban jumps guard but Santos stands there with Monteban around his waist. Monteban gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ricardo Monteban. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T2#
Monteban misses with the head strike.
Santos is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Monteban blocks a body shot from Santos.
Santos lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Monteban backwards.
A bit of stalling here from Monteban.
Monteban is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Santos can do to turn this around?
Santos trying to control the position but instead, Monteban has worked for underhooks and has pushed Santos into the cage.
Santos is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.#T3#
Monteban tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Santos smiles and moves away.
Monteban scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Santos wants to clinch up but Monteban keeps it at a distance.
Santos just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromMonteban.
Ricardo Monteban is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Good exchange - Monteban coming out on top.
Monteban connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Monteban throws a hook to the side of Santos's head but Santos sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Monteban throws a push kick but Santos slaps the foot to one side. #CL2#
Santos closes the distance and clinches.
Monteban is trying to drag Santos to the mat but Santos just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.#T4##TD#
Monteban manages to pull guard.
Santos trying to control but Monteban is working from the bottom.
Monteban managing to control the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Santos wants to pass the guard but Monteban is keeping the position.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Fedor Mirinova scores the fight 50:45
Judge Vladimir Khabensky scores the fight 50:45
Judge Konstantin Menshow scores the fight 50:45

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ricardo Monteban!
Ricardo Monteban is the new bantamweight champion!
Our winner, Ricardo Monteban, 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: HFC 114: Curran vs Tsuruta
Date: Sep 02, 2017

#R1#
Monteban slips a jab from Landry.
Monteban misses with a low kick as Landry jumps back.
Landry dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Monteban. That did some damage!
Landry moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Landry throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Monteban sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Landry fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Monteban manages to avoid it.
Landry lands with an overhand left.
Cletus Landry seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Landry ducks under a wild hook from Monteban.
Landry looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Landry fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Monteban checks it well.
Monteban steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Landry.
Landry throws a big shot that misses.
Good work by Monteban as he checks the leg kick.
Landry throws a jab when Monteban was well out of range.#CL2#
Monteban closes the distance and pushes Landry back into the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Landry lands a nice knee to the body.
Landry tries to land knees in the clinch but Monteban avoids the damage to the body.
Landry stops a takedown attempt from Monteban. #BC#
Landry breaks from the clinch.
Monteban tries to move into range but Landry moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Landry misses with a jab, cross combination.
It seemed like Monteban was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T1#
Monteban connects with a single shot there.
Landry misses with a body shot.
Landry slips under a jab from Monteban.
Landry is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Monteban.
Cletus Landry is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Landry ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Monteban moves away.
Landry throws out a loose jab but Monteban uses good head movement to avoid it. #TD2#
Monteban shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Landry napping and manages to drive through into side control!#ES#
Landry explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there!
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!
Monteban tries to close the distance and clinch up but Landry swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Monteban checks a leg kick.
Monteban waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Landry.
Landry 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.
The fighters circling - Landry throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Monteban ducks under a wild hook from Landry.
Landry throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Landry pivots, looking for a leg kick but Monteban is out of range and Landry settles back down.
A good leg kick by Landry.
Landry lands with a nice combination. Monteban backs away looking to recover.#T2#
Monteban lands a nice hook to Landry's body. Landry takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Landry slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Monteban checks a low kick from Landry.
Landry rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Monteban moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Monteban shoots in and drives through. Landry sprawls well.
Monteban tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Landry swivels and escapes.
Landry looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Cletus Landry has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ricardo Monteban.
Landry looks to throw the jab but Monteban is out of range.
Landry ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Monteban throws a solid leg kick but Landry takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Monteban.
Landry misses with a jab, cross combination.
Landry misses with a few strikes there.
Landry lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Monteban backs up against the cage.
Landry throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Monteban changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Landry misses with a body shot.
Landry scores with a one two! Monteban had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Landry scores with a sloppy right hand. Monteban should have avoided that one.
Monteban throws a chopping leg kick but Landry manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Landry was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Monteban takes a swing at Landry's ribcage but misses. #T3#
Monteban thows a left - swing and a miss!
Monteban thuds his shin into the meat of Landry's side.
Landry scores with a nice strike.
Landry moves out of range of the strikes.#TD2#
Monteban throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Landry tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Monteban is in Landry's guard.
Landry controls Monteban momentarily but Monteban frees himself.
Monteban preventing the sweep.
Landry keeping moving, preventing Monteban from controlling successfully.
Landry looking for a sweep. Not yet Landry, not yet.
Landry is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Monteban being controlled here momentarily.
Landry trying to keep a closed guard but Monteban is proving a slippery customer. #T4#
Monteban with a nice head shot there.
Monteban working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Landry's head.
Monteban working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Monteban tries to free his leg and advance position but Landry is retaining full guard.
Monteban trying to control but Landry is working from the bottom.
Monteban postures up and lands a big shot to Landry's brow.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Monteban postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Landry has momentary wrist control but Monteban slips an elbow through the middle.
Landry pulls Monteban in close to his closed guard and prevents Monteban from doing any damage or advancing position.
Monteban throwing strikes but missing.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Cletus Landry dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Monteban loads up on a big right hand but Landry slips the punch.
Landry misses with a wild body shot.
Monteban throws a quick inside leg kick.
Jab by Landry.
Monteban throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Monteban throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Landry on the side of the head.
Landry is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Monteban can do to turn this around?
Monteban looks to score with a jab to the body but Landry is just out of range.
Landry misses with a body shot
and Landry takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Landry attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Landry takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Landry throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Landry takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Landry lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Monteban backs up against the cage.
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!
Monteban's corner calls for a 1-2. Monteban obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Monteban takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Monteban is looking to land body kicks.
Monteban checks the leg kick nicely there.
Monteban jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Good shot there by Monteban.#T1#
Monteban has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Landry finds it's way round the side to connect with Monteban's head.
Monteban tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Landry paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Landry lunges at Monteban with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Monteban's hand.
A telegraphed right hand from Monteban misses the target.
Landry scores with a nice strike.#CL2#
Monteban rushes Landry and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Monteban keeps control of Landry as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Monteban blocks the elbow strike.
Landry is trying to push Monteban away but Monteban has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.#BC#
Landry breaks the clinch.
Monteban looks to land a body kick but Landry moved away.
Landry goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Landry throws a hook to the side of Monteban's head but Monteban sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#CL2#
Monteban drives through and clinches with Landry against the cage.
Landry goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Landry tries to land knees in the clinch but Monteban avoids the damage to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Landry lands a right hand that snaps the head of Monteban backwards. #T2#
Monteban lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Landry fails to land.
Landry throws a knee to the head but misses. #BC#
Landry breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Landry goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.#TD2#
Monteban shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Landry napping and manages to drive through into side control!#ES#
Landry throws Monteban to one side and escapes!
A clash of legs there as Landry blocks the low kick.
Nice body punch from Monteban.
Monteban throws a body kick that misses.
A swing and a miss from Monteban.
Landry connects with a body shot.#CL2#
Monteban forces Landry back against the cage and clinches.
Landry wants to break the clinch but can't.
Monteban tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
With the fighters up against the cage, Landry throws an elbow but misses.
Landry wants to get back to striking at distance but Monteban won't allow it. #T3#
Landry is looking to break free of the clinch but Monteban has double underhooks.
Landry lands a hook to the side of the head.
Monteban keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Landry's efforts to push away.
Landry wants to get back to striking at distance but Monteban won't allow it.
Landry wants to get back to striking at distance but Monteban won't allow it.
Landry is trying to push Monteban away but Monteban has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.#TD2#
Monteban is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Landry can't fight it off and eventually Monteban manages to take the fight to the floor. Landry looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Monteban keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Landry's head.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Monteban working his ground and pound in the gym. So far it seems to be working well.
Landry wants to stand but Monteban is controlling the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Landry is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Monteban has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#T4#
Landry seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Monteban landing some decent shots from guard.
Ricardo Monteban has got the better of the ground game so far.
Landry keeping moving, preventing Monteban from controlling successfully.
Landry working a defensive guard here.
Monteban postures up in Landry's guard and throws a big left but Landry blocks it.
Monteban prevents Landry from getting back to his feet.
Monteban is looking to work some ground and pound but Landry has wrist control.
Landry not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Monteban is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Monteban throws a big elbow that misses.
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 Cletus Landry will probably get the nod.
That's time! Landry's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3#
Landry rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Monteban connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Monteban tries to work over Landry's front leg with a kick but Landry checks it. #CL2#
Monteban gets in close and instigates a clinch. #TD2#
Monteban decides to pull guard.
Landry wants to stand but Monteban has a closed guard, so he can't escape. #SUB2#
Monteban working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Landry doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Monteban is tightening it up a little... Landry has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Landry reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Landry taps out! Nice BJJ there by Monteban!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:37 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Ricardo Monteban!
After winning the bout, Ricardo Monteban thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: HFC 112:Curran vs Skrumbellos
Date: Aug 12, 2017

#R1##CL2#
Monteban gets a clinch.
Landry can't break the clinch. #TD2#
Monteban jumps guard. #SUB2#
Monteban looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #SUB2#
Monteban has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Landry can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
Landry got a little sloppy there for a moment and Monteban has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Landry has managed to get both his arms back between Monteban's legs - danger averted.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Landry tries to stand but Monteban is controlling from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SU#
Monteban is working an open guard so Landry takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Monteban moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Monteban fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Landry is out of range. #T1#
Landry misses with a hook.
Landry keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Landry looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Monteban keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #TD2#
Monteban shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Monteban was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Monteban misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
Landry is trying to get back to his feet.#SUB2#
Monteban tries for a kimura but Landry is defending well.
Monteban wants to lay and pray for a moment but Landry keeps working. #SUB2#
Monteban tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Monteban has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Landry struggling a bit here.#T2#
Landry is trying to work for a sweep but Monteban has mounted him!
Monteban is landing with some decent strikes but Landry is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Landry is working to get back to half guard.
Monteban is landing with some decent strikes but Landry is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Landry sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Landry wants to improve his position but Monteban is controlling well. #SUB2#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Monteban seems to be looking for submissions.
Landry moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
My spies in The Coffee Shop inform me that Monteban has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Landry looking to hit a scissor sweep but Monteban is one step ahead there. #T3#
Landry keeping moving, preventing Monteban from controlling successfully.
Monteban throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Landry works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Monteban pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Landry is keeping the position for now.
Monteban wants to control from the top but Landry keeps moving.
Landry working a defensive guard here.
Monteban postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Monteban wants to control from the top but Landry keeps moving.
Monteban stands up over Landry, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Monteban showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Monteban is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Monteban lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Monteban throws a strike but Landry rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR##SUB2#
Monteban working for a triangle but Landry defends it easily. #SU#
Landry stands up from guard. Let's bang!
Landry moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Monteban lands a lovely overhand right.
Landry misses with a low kick.
Monteban swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Monteban scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Monteban drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ricardo Monteban 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#
Nice body punch from Landry.
Landry connects with a crisp jab.
Monteban connects with a solid leg kick.
Landry connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Monteban momentarily.
Monteban has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Landry misses the shot to the body.
Monteban misses the shot to the body.
Landry scores with a crisp jab that stopped Monteban in his tracks.
Monteban slips under a jab from Landry.
Landry fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Monteban manages to avoid it.
Landry fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Landry misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Monteban.
Landry looks to throw the jab but Monteban is out of range.
Landry misses with the combination.
Landry has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Monteban finds it's way round the side to connect with Landry's head.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A looping hook to the body misses from Monteban. Landry does a little dance to reset his feet.
Monteban cracks Landry with a good jab.#T1#
Monteban is looking to clinch.
Landry swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Monteban connects with a leg kick. Landry looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Monteban takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Landry lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Monteban shoots in and drives through. Landry sprawls well.
Landry throws a hook to the side of Monteban's head but Monteban sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Landry missing with a left hand there. Monteban was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Landry scores with a hook.
Landry misses with a wild body shot.
Landry misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Monteban.
Monteban swings for the body but Landry moves out of range.
Landry throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Good shot there by Landry.
Landry looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Landry throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Monteban stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.#TD2#
Landry gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.#ES#
The fighters are working up against the cage. Landry manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Landry is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Monteban has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Landry is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Monteban tries for a takedown but Landry manages to get underhooks.
Cletus Landry has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ricardo Monteban.
Monteban misses with a shot to the kidneys. #BC#
Landry breaks from the clinch.
Cletus Landry is winning the standup battle so far.
Landry misses the jab.
Monteban explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Landry connects with a crisp jab.
Landry lands a right hook to the body.
Landry throws a predictable looking body shot
and Monteban counters with an outside leg kick.
A jab from Landry misses.
Landry looks to score with a jab to the body but Monteban is just out of range.
Monteban takes a swing at Landry's ribcage but misses.
Cletus Landry seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Landry with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Monteban to score with a decent uppercut.#T3#
Landry misses with an uppercut. Monteban saw that one coming.
And Monteban responds with a good body kick, but Landry manages to step out the way in time.
Monteban wants to clinch.
Landry tries to score with a low kick but Monteban moves his leg out of the way.
Monteban connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Monteban scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Monteban avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#CL2#
Landry gets tackled into the cage by Monteban. Monteban maintains the clinch.
Landry is trying to stall.
Monteban is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Landry is defending well.
Monteban tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Landry's elbow.
Monteban can't find room to land a body shot as Landry controls the action.
Monteban is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Monteban tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it. #T4#
Landry is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.#TD2#
Monteban gets control of Landry's arms and successfully pulls guard. Monteban will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Landry trying to stand up but can't free himself from Monteban's guard.#SUB2#
Monteban working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Landry has passed into half guard!
Landry seems to have lost interest with the ground game and is thinking about standing back up. #SU#
Landry stands up from half guard.
Landry uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Monteban.
Landry is looking for a counter combo.
Nice shot lands for Landry.
Landry scores with a three punch combo!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Cletus Landry dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Landry throws out a powerful jab.
Landry walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Landry misses the shot to the body.
Monteban tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Landry was well out of range. Poor timing from Monteban.
Monteban has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Landry finds it's way round the side to connect with Monteban's head.
Landry throws a hook but Monteban avoids it easily.
Landry takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Landry throws a hook to the side of Monteban's head but Monteban sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Monteban steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Landry.
Monteban tries to close the distance and clinch up but Landry swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Landry takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Landry rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Monteban counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Monteban throws a leg kick but Landry sees it coming and moves out of range.
Monteban throws an overhand right that lands on Landry's shoulder, as Landry tries to avoid the shot.
Landry misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Monteban throws out a loose jab but Landry uses good head movement to avoid it.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Monteban ducks under a wild hook from Landry.#T1#
Monteban throws a poor cross that misses
and Landry counters with a nice body kick.
Monteban wants to land a leg kick but Landry is out of range.
Monteban connects with a leg kick. Landry looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Monteban uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Landry.
Landry swings away with a body shot that misses #TD2#
so Monteban counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Landry is trying to control the position but Monteban postures up.
Landry pulls Monteban in to control the position.
Monteban throwing strikes but missing.
Monteban is looking to work some ground and pound but Landry has wrist control.
Monteban wants to pass the guard but Landry is keeping the position.
Landry looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Monteban throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Landry works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #T2#
Monteban is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Landry looking to hit a scissor sweep but Monteban is one step ahead there.
Monteban is in close to Landry's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Landry pulls Monteban in close to his closed guard and prevents Monteban from doing any damage or advancing position.
Monteban postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Monteban with a flurry of punches that miss.
Monteban trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Monteban trying to control the position from guard on top but Landry is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3#
Monteban working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Landry is trying to control the position but Monteban postures up.
Monteban is looking to work some ground and pound but Landry has wrist control.#SUB2#
Monteban drops back looking for a leg! Landry is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Landry manages to kick Monteban off! Monteban jumps back into Landry's guard.
Landry is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Monteban tries to land a leg kick but Landry saw it coming and moves away.
Cletus Landry is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Monteban throws a jab when Landry was well out of range.
Monteban checks a leg kick.
Landry misses with a wild body shot.
Decent striking displayed by Landry there.
Monteban shoots in for a takedown but Landry shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.#T4#
A jab from Monteban misses.
Landry scores with a hook.
Landry tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Monteban was well out of range. Poor timing from Landry.
Monteban scores with a kick to the midsection.
Landry thows a left - swing and a miss!
Monteban lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
The fighters circle momentarily. Landry darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Landry swings for the body but Monteban moves out of range.
Landry ducks under a wild hook from Monteban.
Landry lands a jab to Monteban's midsection.
Monteban ducks under a wild hook from Landry.
Nice body punch from Monteban.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Landry scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Landry uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Monteban.
Landry just misses with a punch to the body.
Landry takes a jab right on the kisser.
Landry connects with a good right hand that stumbles Monteban. Monteban circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Landry pushing out the jab but it's not landing.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Ricardo Monteban.
I think Monteban 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 Fedor Mirinova scores the fight 28:29
Judge Viktor Lagutenko scores the fight 29:28
Judge Dmitry Maklakov scores the fight 29:28

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

Event: Ascension 0715
Date: Jul 15, 2017

#R1##CL#
Monteban has closed the distance and engaged Laine in a clinch.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Laine 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.
Laine fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Monteban avoiding damage as Laine throws knees to the body.
Monteban is trying to force a seperation but Laine has the dominant position.
Monteban misses with a short punch on the inside.
Laine tries a knee to the head but Monteban blocks it. #TD#
Monteban has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Laine clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
Laine tries to escape the position. #SUB#
Monteban tightening his grip on Laine, looking for the choke. #SUB#
Monteban seems to be going for a rear naked choke. He has an arm under Laine's chin but Laine turns very nicely into Monteban's guard. Good BJJ skills being displayed there by Laine.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Laine pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Monteban is keeping the position for now. #T1#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Laine thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Laine preventing the sweep.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Monteban is on top in guard. #REVR#
Monteban connects with a couple of short punches.
Monteban is working Laine over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #T2#
Laine looking for a sweep. Not yet Laine, not yet.
Monteban wants to pass the guard but Laine is keeping the position.#SUB2#
Laine is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Laine looking to hit a scissor sweep but Monteban is one step ahead there. #SUB2#
Laine has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Monteban can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Laine lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB##SUB#
Monteban is looking for a triangle but Laine pushes his legs off easily. #T3##SUB#
Monteban is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Laine defends well.
Monteban wants to sweep here but Laine controlling him for the moment.
Laine forces his way into half guard.#SUB#
Monteban is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Laine pulls his head out easily. #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.
Laine prevents Monteban from improving his position.
Laine wants to free his trapped foot but Monteban is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Laine passes to side control.
Monteban is looking for a sweep.
Monteban is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at The Coffee Shop, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Monteban sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Monteban is trying to get back to full guard.
Laine trying to pass the guard but Monteban defending well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ricardo Monteban dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Laine throws a quick inside leg kick. #CL2#
Laine clinches.
Laine tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #TD#
Laine is fighting off a takedown attempt but Monteban is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Laine to the mat. Laine regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.
Laine lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Laine pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Monteban is keeping the position for now.
Laine is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Monteban has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Laine can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Monteban can't keep his opponent in guard - Laine advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #T1#
Monteban trying to control but Laine postures up.
Monteban is looking for a sweep. Laine is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Monteban looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Monteban wants to get back to full guard.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Laine wants to control but Monteban is keeping him busy.
Laine passes to side control.
Monteban regains half guard.#SUB#
Monteban actively working from the bottom here.
Monteban is looking to improve his position.
Laine is taking a breather. Monteban 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.#T3##SUB2#
Monteban is defending against the submission attempts here by Laine.
Laine wants to lay and pray for a moment but Monteban keeps working. #SUB2#
Laine is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Monteban is just riding it out for now. Laine eventually gives up the hold.
Laine has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. #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.
Laine wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Monteban tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Monteban wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back.#SUB2#
Laine is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Monteban has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Pako Laine showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3##TD#
Monteban changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Laine looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Laine is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Monteban off and has taken his back!#SUB2#
Laine looking for the rear naked choke. And he's got it! Monteban taps!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:34 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Pako Laine!
A very excited looking Pako Laine rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed.

Event: Ascension 0701
Date: Jul 01, 2017

#R1#
Xiang Pao misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Monteban counters with a leg kick.
Xiang Pao avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Xiang Pao scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Monteban doesn't seem bothered though.
Xiang Pao throws a looping overhand right but Monteban ducks down to avoid it.
Bo Xiang Pao seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Monteban scoring well with a low kick there.
Monteban misses with an uppercut. Xiang Pao saw that one coming.
Xiang Pao bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Monteban doesn't manage to clinch there - Xiang Pao circles away.
Xiang Pao lands with a straight right. Monteban didn't see that one coming.
Monteban just misses with a punch to the body.
Xiang Pao has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Monteban buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Xiang Pao moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
A big left from Xiang Pao misses.
Xiang Pao throws a nice outside leg kick.
Monteban does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Monteban has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Xiang Pao.
Xiang Pao loads up on a big right hand but Monteban slips the punch.
Monteban keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
It appears Monteban was looking to counter with a kick there.
Xiang Pao looks to land a left hand but Monteban moved out of range nicely.#T1#
Monteban scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Monteban with a jab.
Monteban tries to move into range but Xiang Pao moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
A slow jab from Xiang Pao misses its intended target.
A big left from Xiang Pao misses.
Good leg kick by Xiang Pao there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Xiang Pao throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Xiang Pao misses with a lunging right hand
and Monteban counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Monteban throws a hook but Xiang Pao avoids it easily.
Xiang Pao throws a big shot that misses.
A jab from Xiang Pao misses.
Xiang Pao looks to throw the jab but Monteban is out of range.
An inside leg kick from Xiang Pao misses.
A nice inside leg kick there by Monteban. That's going to slow Xiang Pao down.
Monteban keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Xiang Pao.
Monteban gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Xiang Pao.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Xiang Pao takes a swing at Monteban's ribcage but misses.
Bo Xiang Pao is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T2#
Monteban misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Xiang Pao looks to score with a jab to the body but Monteban is just out of range.
Monteban misses the shot to the body.
Xiang Pao steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Monteban.
Monteban goes for a double leg but Xiang Pao avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Xiang Pao continues to drive forward.
Monteban checks the leg kick nicely there.
Monteban fires out a quick counter leg kick but Xiang Pao just manages to avoid it.
A leg kick checked by Monteban.
Monteban takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Xiang Pao lands a jab to the head.
A telegraphed right hand from Xiang Pao misses the target.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Xiang Pao.
Xiang Pao throws a nice outside leg kick.
Monteban walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Xiang Pao checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Xiang Pao fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Monteban manages to avoid it.
Monteban is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Xiang Pao.
Xiang Pao looks to land a combination but Monteban avoids it well.
Monteban stuns Xiang Pao with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
A jab from Monteban misses. #T3#
Monteban checks the leg kick.
Xiang Pao throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Monteban throws out a powerful jab.
Monteban fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Xiang Pao checks it well.
Monteban takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Monteban scores with a jab to the jaw.
Monteban throws a leg kick but Xiang Pao moved away.
Monteban takes a jab right on the kisser.
Monteban blocks a jab.
Xiang Pao misses with a right hand
and Monteban counters with a straight right hand.
Xiang Pao throws a low kick, looking for Monteban's leg but Monteban calmly moves out of range.
Monteban takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
A solid leg kick lands there for Xiang Pao.
Xiang Pao swings for the body but Monteban moves out of range.
Xiang Pao listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Xiang Pao lands a nice leg kick that just misses Monteban's sensitive parts.
Xiang Pao throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T4#
Xiang Pao throws a low kick but Monteban moves out of range easily.
Xiang Pao misses with a body shot.
Monteban thows a left - swing and a miss!
Monteban throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Monteban tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Xiang Pao was well out of range. Poor timing from Monteban.
Xiang Pao feints and then cracks Monteban's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Monteban down.
Xiang Pao is looking to score with low kicks.
Monteban is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
A swing and a miss from Xiang Pao.
As Xiang Pao backs away, Monteban returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Monteban pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Monteban stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Jab, jab by Xiang Pao - just one landing. #TD#
Xiang Pao gets caught flat footed, as Monteban shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.#ES2#
Xiang Pao has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Monteban is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Xiang Pao gets through Monteban's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#BC#
Monteban breaks the clinch.
Xiang Pao avoids the body shot from Monteban.
Xiang Pao is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Monteban with a body shot.
Xiang Pao feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Monteban's calf.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Bo Xiang Pao dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Monteban moves out of range of the leg kick from Xiang Pao.
Xiang Pao waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Monteban.
Bo Xiang Pao seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Monteban fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
A telegraphed right hand from Monteban misses the target.
Xiang Pao feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Montebans jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Monteban takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Xiang Pao throws a low kick but it's checked well by Monteban.
Monteban fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Xiang Pao manages to avoid it.
A slapping leg kick lands for Monteban.
Xiang Pao throws a low kick but it's checked well by Monteban.
Xiang Pao scores with a punch to the head.
Xiang Pao displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Monteban.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Xiang Pao throws a shot from downtown. Monteban moves away and avoids it.
Monteban swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Monteban lands a slapping body shot.
Monteban throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Xiang Pao throws the left hand but Monteban avoids the punch easily.
Monteban dips to his left and cracks Xiang Pao with an uppercut!#T1#
Xiang Pao slips under a jab.
Xiang Pao has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Xiang Pao uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Monteban.
Xiang Pao works over Monteban's head and body with a nice combination.
Monteban throws a body punch but Xiang Pao moves out of range.
Monteban backing away here, and Xiang Pao unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Monteban checks a leg kick.
Xiang Pao misses with a low kick.
Xiang Pao lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Xiang Pao attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Monteban scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.#CL#
Monteban closes the distance and clinches.#BC2#
Xiang Pao breaks from the clinch.
Xiang Pao looks to land a left hand but Monteban moved out of range nicely.
Monteban throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Xiang Pao throws a body punch but Monteban moves out of range.
Xiang Pao gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Xiang Pao misses with a straight right. #T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Monteban throws a predictable looking body shot
and Xiang Pao counters with an inside leg kick.
A solid leg kick lands there for Xiang Pao.
Monteban shoots in looking for a takedown but Xiang Pao manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Monteban's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ricardo Monteban. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Xiang Pao misses with a body shot.
Xiang Pao keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Monteban.#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Xiang Pao enables Monteban to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Xiang Pao manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Monteban with a flurry of punches that miss.
Monteban makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Monteban in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Monteban works over Xiang Pao with some ground and pound from guard.
Monteban throws an elbow that misses. Xiang Pao uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Monteban's guard. Nice move by Xiang Pao!#REVB##SUB#
Monteban working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Xiang Pao has passed into half guard!
Xiang Pao controlling the pace. #T3#
Xiang Pao looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Bo Xiang Pao has got the better of the ground game so far.
Monteban regains full guard. Nicely done. #SU2#
Xiang Pao decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
Xiang Pao throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Monteban on the side of the head.
Xiang Pao looks to land a combination but Monteban avoids it well. #T4#
A big right from Xiang Pao misses.
Xiang Pao throws a quick inside leg kick.
Xiang Pao attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Xiang Pao throws out a powerful jab.
Monteban moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Xiang Pao fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Monteban manages to avoid it.
Xiang Pao tries to land a leg kick but Monteban saw it coming and moves away.
Monteban throwing a counter right hand but Xiang Pao manages to avoid it.#TD#
Monteban shoots in and bounces Xiang Pao off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.#ES2#
Xiang Pao kicks Monteban off and gets to his feet.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Monteban throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Xiang Pao bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
It seemed like Xiang Pao was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Xiang Pao throws a body shot but no joy.
Xiang Pao swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Monteban changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Bo Xiang Pao 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! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Monteban fails with a takedown attempt.
Xiang Pao misses with a body shot
and Monteban counters with an outside leg kick.
Monteban throws a jab when Xiang Pao was well out of range.
Monteban uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Xiang Pao.
Xiang Pao misses with a straight right.
Jab from Xiang Pao.
Xiang Pao throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Monteban sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A looping hook to the body misses from Monteban. Xiang Pao does a little dance to reset his feet.
Monteban lands a really nice looking cross but Xiang Pao seems unphased.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Xiang Pao throws a right hand that misses
and Monteban counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Monteban loads up on a big right hand but Xiang Pao slips the punch.
Monteban is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
A combination from Xiang Pao does no damage.
Xiang Pao keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #T1#
A jab from Monteban misses.
Xiang Pao fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Nice uppercut lands for Xiang Pao. That snapped Monteban's head back.
Xiang Pao throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Xiang Pao slips a straight right by Monteban.
Xiang Pao scores with a hook.
Xiang Pao displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Monteban.
Donk. Xiang Pao catches Monteban right on the button with a cross.
Xiang Pao throws a hook but Monteban avoids it easily.
Monteban is looking to counter with a body kick.
Monteban lands a jab to the head.
Monteban shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Xiang Pao lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Xiang Pao misses with a low kick.
Monteban tries to close the distance and clinch but Xiang Pao swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Xiang Pao fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Monteban checks it well.
Monteban throws a sloppy body shot
and Xiang Pao counters with a nice low kick that buckles Monteban's knee momentarily.
A swing and a miss from Xiang Pao.
Xiang Pao connects with a leg kick. Monteban looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Xiang Pao throws a big shot that misses.
Monteban throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Monteban throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Monteban tries to clinch but Xiang Pao moves out of range.
Xiang Pao connects with an inside leg kick.
Xiang Pao feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Montebans jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Xiang Pao ducks under a wild hook from Monteban.
Xiang Pao throws a big shot that misses.
Xiang Pao throws out a loose jab but Monteban uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ricardo Monteban has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Monteban throws a nice inside leg kick.
Xiang Pao scores with a jab to the head.
Xiang Pao swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#T3#
Xiang Pao blocks a jab.
Monteban defending well as Xiang Pao loads up on a big left hand.
Monteban looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Monteban throws a right hand that Xiang Pao ducks under and follows up with a left that Xiang Pao also avoids with ease.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Xiang Pao.
Monteban uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Xiang Pao.
Monteban checks the leg kick nicely there.
Xiang Pao shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
It looked like Monteban wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Monteban on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Monteban tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Xiang Pao defends well and Monteban ends up having to push Xiang Pao into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ricardo Monteban. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Monteban on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Monteban takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Monteban tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Xiang Pao manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Monteban 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.
Monteban tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Xiang Pao manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Xiang Pao is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Monteban with a body shot.
Monteban scores with a jab to the jaw.#CUT#
It looks like Bo Xiang Pao has been cut.
Xiang Pao throws a leg kick
and Monteban counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Monteban swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Xiang Pao jabs Monteban right on the nose. Monteban blinks but takes it well.
Monteban ducks right into an uppercut from Xiang Pao.
Monteban ducks right into an uppercut from Xiang Pao.
Xiang Pao lands a nice shot that snaps Monteban's head back.
Monteban takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Monteban gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Xiang Pao.
Xiang Pao fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Monteban has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Monteban takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Xiang Pao swings and misses with a hook to the body.
It looked like Monteban was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Xiang Pao.
Xiang Pao lands with a straight right. Monteban didn't see that one coming.
Xiang Pao tries to land a leg kick but Monteban saw it coming and moves away. #CL#
Monteban closes the distance and clinches.
A head punch on the inside from Xiang Pao fails to land.
Bo Xiang Pao is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Monteban lands with a short shot to the head.
Monteban misses with a shot to the kidneys.

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

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

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

Event: Ascension 0610
Date: Jun 10, 2017

#R1#
Dall with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Monteban misses with a body kick.
Dall throws a leg kick
and Monteban counters with a nice low kick that buckles Dall's knee momentarily.
Monteban pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Monteban keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Monteban throws a lazy uppercut
and Dall counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Dall defending well as Monteban loads up on a big left hand.
Monteban lands a lovely overhand right.
Dall ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Monteban moves away.
Dall throws a chopping leg kick but Monteban manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Monteban misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Dall.
Dall misses with a low kick.
Monteban looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dall throws a front kick that sends Monteban stumbling back into the cage.
Dall slips a straight right by Monteban.
Monteban tried to score with a low kick but Dall checks it.
Dall appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Monteban misses with a right hand
and Dall counters with a nice uppercut.
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!
Dall throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T1#
Dall misses with a wild body shot.
Monteban waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Dall.
Igydo Dall seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Monteban throws an overhand right that lands on Dall's shoulder, as Dall tries to avoid the shot.
A nice leg kick lands there from Dall.
Monteban misses the body punch
enabling Dall to counter with a crisp jab.
Dall is looking to score with low kicks.
Monteban swings for the body but Dall moves out of range.
Monteban throws a hook but Dall blocks it.
Dall on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Dall smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Monteban takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Dall walks into a left hand.
Dall looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Nice jab there from Dall.
Dall is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Monteban misses with a hook.
A little feinted left hand from Dall on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Decent striking displayed by Monteban there.
Monteban fails with a takedown attempt. #T2#
Dall scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Dall throws a body punch but Monteban moves out of range.
Monteban with the counter takedown but Dall avoids it easily.
Dall turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
A solid leg kick lands there for Dall.
Monteban misses with a leg kick
and Dall counters with a nice body kick.
Monteban tries to clinch there but Dall circles away.
Dall misses with a low kick.
Dall checks a low kick from Monteban.
It looked like Dall wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Monteban gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Dall.
Monteban blocks a leg kick.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Dall.
A big left from Monteban misses.
Monteban throws a half hearted mid kick.
Monteban throws a sloppy head kick
and Dall counters with a nice low kick that buckles Monteban's knee momentarily.#T3#
Dall throws a body kick despite being completely out of range#TD2#
and Monteban counters with a nice double leg into guard. #SUB#
Dall looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Monteban is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Monteban postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dall has momentary wrist control but Monteban slips an elbow through the middle.
Dall looking to hit a scissor sweep but Monteban is one step ahead there.
Dall lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR##SUB2#
Monteban is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
Dall passes Monteban's left leg - he's now in half guard. #SUB#
Dall is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Dall working the head and body with strikes.
Dall is pressing down on Monteban's thigh, looking to free his foot. Monteban is holding on for now.
Dall is looking to pass Monteban's guard but actually Monteban recovers to full guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Igydo Dall dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Monteban throws a hook but Dall blocks it.
Monteban wants to slow Dall down by chopping away at his legs.
Dall finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Monteban was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Dall slips a jab from Monteban.
Monteban throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Monteban is looking to clinch.
Monteban connects with the punch.
Monteban throws a body punch but Dall moves out of range.
Dall ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Monteban moves away.
Dall connects with a crisp jab.
Dall scores with a spinning back kick!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dall scores with a spinning back kick!#CL2#
Monteban has taken the fight to the clinch.
Dall blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Dall misses with a short punch on the inside.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Dall tries a body shot but Monteban blocks it. #T1##BC#
Dall manages to break the clinch.
Dall scores with a decent looking hook.
Dall fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Monteban has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Dall swings for the body but Monteban moves out of range.
Dall pivots, looking for a leg kick but Monteban is out of range and Dall settles back down.
Monteban lands a leg kick that knocks Dall off balance momentarily.#CL2#
Monteban forces Dall back against the cage and clinches.
Dall tries to work over Monteban's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Monteban prevents a body shot from Dall.
Monteban fails to pull guard.
Still in the clinch, Dall scores with a nice short uppercut.
Dall is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Dall misses with the head strike.
Monteban is trying to pull guard but Dall turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Dall is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Monteban can do to turn this around?
Monteban tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Dall smiles and moves away.
Igydo Dall has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ricardo Monteban.#T2#
Dall swats away the attempt to clinch by Monteban.
Dall displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Monteban.
A big left from Monteban misses.
Dall is looking to counter punch.#CL2#
Monteban clinches with his opponent.
Monteban struggles to land a body shot inside as Dall controls his hands. #TD2#
Monteban has picked Dall up - he's going for a ride! Monteban dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#SUB#
Dall actively working from the bottom here.
Dall tries to get to full guard but Monteban has control of the leg.
Monteban drops an elbow to the side of Dall's head. #T3#
Monteban is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Monteban scoring with strikes to the body and head. #SUB2#
Monteban is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Monteban scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Dall tries to roll over but Monteban keeps him under control.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Monteban lands a nice short elbow.#ROC2#
Dall is rocked!
Monteban slips a nice elbow through Dall's hands, connecting with Dall's forehead.
Oh Dall is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Monteban lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Monteban seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Dall does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #T4#
Monteban scores with a big shot! Dall's head bounced off the canvas with a huge thud! More strikes land and the referee has jumped in to save Dall! He was hurt real bad - good stoppage!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:20 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ricardo Monteban!
Our winner, Ricardo Monteban, 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: Ascension 0520
Date: May 20, 2017

#R1#
Brophy throws a right and a left that both miss.
A nice inside leg kick there by Monteban. That's going to slow Brophy down.
Brophy connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Monteban momentarily.
Donk. Monteban catches Brophy right on the button with a cross.
Ricardo Monteban seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Brophy throws a body shot but no joy. #KD2#
Brophy drops Monteban with a beautiful combination! Monteban stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Brophy is looking for the KO!#ROC2#
Monteban is rocked!#CUT2#
It looks like Ricardo Monteban has been cut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A telegraphed right hand from Monteban misses the target.
Monteban lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
A good leg kick by Brophy.
Brophy keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Brophy throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Brophy takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
A low kick from Monteban is predictable there
and Brophy counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
A head kick misses from Brophy.
Brophy misses with a kick to the body
and Monteban counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T1#
Brophy with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Monteban to score with a decent uppercut.
Monteban throws a body punch but Brophy moves out of range.
Monteban ducks under a wild hook from Brophy.
Monteban is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Brophy.#TD#
Monteban shoots in and bounces Brophy off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Monteban might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Monteban lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Monteban is looking to work some ground and pound but Brophy has wrist control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Monteban scoring with some ground and pound.
Brophy lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB##SUB#
Monteban looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #T2#
Brophy is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #SUB#
Monteban looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Brophy passes into side control.
Monteban is trying to get back to half guard.
Brophy in side control, just content to control the action for now.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Monteban is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Brophy off and has taken his back!#T3#
Brophy breaks Monteban's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Brophy must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Monteban looking for a guillotine here but Brophy defends easily.
Brophy works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Monteban regains full guard. Nicely done. #T4##SUB#
Monteban looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Brophy passes into side control.
Monteban wants to control but Brophy postures up.
Monteban is looking to reverse the position.
Monteban looking for a sweep but Brophy has passed into full mount! Oh no!
Brophy sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Monteban looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Davie Brophy dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Ricardo Monteban'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#
Brophy slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Monteban throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Monteban tries to clinch there but Brophy circles away.
Monteban takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Brophy is looking to slow Monteban down with leg kicks.
Brophy motions for Monteban to come forward. Brophy throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Monteban throws a body punch but Brophy moves out of range.
Monteban jabs Brophy right on the nose. Brophy blinks but takes it well.
Monteban punishes Brophy's body with a nice straight punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Monteban darts in and clinches Brophy up against the cage.
Monteban doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Brophy throws a punch but it's blocked by Monteban.
Brophy misses with the head strike.
Brophy fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #T1#
Brophy blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Monteban is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Brophy is working Monteban over against the cage.
Monteban blocking some punches.
Monteban lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Brophy backwards.
Nice body punch from Brophy.
Monteban makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Monteban fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Brophy fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Brophy is working Monteban over against the cage.
Monteban is working for takedown but Brophy is calmly controlling the position for now.
A left hand lands to the body for Brophy.
Monteban is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Brophy to keep the fight standing.
Monteban takes a shot to the head.
Still in the clinch, Brophy scores with a nice short uppercut.
Brophy tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Monteban's elbow.
Brophy tries to work over Monteban's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #T2#
Monteban blocks an uppercut.
Brophy misses with a punch on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Brophy.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Brophy misses with the head strike.
A head punch on the inside from Brophy fails to land.
Brophy fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Brophy digs a right hand into Monteban's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Monteban's gas tank.
Brophy lands a right hand that snaps the head of Monteban backwards.
Brophy lands a body punch.
Monteban is looking for a takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ricardo Monteban. That's going to take a lot out of him.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Brophy.
Brophy lands a left hand that snaps the head of Monteban backwards.
Brophy misses with a hook from the clinch.
Monteban tries a body shot but Brophy blocks it.
Brophy can't find room to land a body shot as Monteban controls the action.
Monteban lands a right hand that snaps the head of Brophy backwards.
Brophy working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Monteban stalling in the clinch but Brophy improves position. #T3#
A head punch on the inside from Brophy fails to land.
Brophy lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Brophy has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Brophy misses with some punches.
Brophy working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Brophy tries a body shot but Monteban blocks it.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Brophy.
A right handed body shot lands from Brophy.
Brophy tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Monteban's elbow.
Brophy doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Brophy is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Monteban blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Monteban blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Monteban blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Monteban is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Brophy scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Brophy gets underhooks to prevent Monteban's takedown attempt.
Monteban throws a punch but it's blocked by Brophy. #T4#
Monteban will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Brophy up against the cage.
Brophy swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Brophy blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #TD#
Monteban manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back. #SUB#
Monteban working for submissions but it's allowed Brophy to get to half 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!
Brophy looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #SUB#
Monteban looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Still in half guard, Brophy seems content to control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Davie Brophy showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Ricardo Monteban's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
A low kick from Monteban misses
and Brophy counters with a leg kick.
Monteban uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Brophy.
Brophy has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Monteban finds it's way round the side to connect with Brophy's head.
A nice leg kick lands there from Brophy.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Monteban, as that shot connected.
Monteban cracks Brophy with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Monteban takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Brophy lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Monteban throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Brophy counters with a stiff right hand.
Monteban throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Brophy thumps Monteban with a low kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Brophy misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Monteban scores with a jab to the head.
Brophy works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.#T1#
Monteban lands a really nice looking cross but Brophy seems unphased.
Monteban swings for the body but Brophy moves out of range.
Brophy throws a fast counter high kick but Monteban manages to duck under it in time.
Monteban lands with a cross.
Monteban takes a swing at Brophy's ribcage but misses.
Brophy flicks out a counter leg kick but Monteban steps away.
Brophy has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Monteban blocks a jab.
Brophy ducks under a wild hook from Monteban.#CL2#
Brophy gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Brophy tries to throw a body punch but Monteban avoids it by throwing Brophy back against the cage.
Brophy lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Monteban is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Brophy gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Brophy goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Brophy blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Monteban misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Brophy.
Davie Brophy seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Brophy misses with a punch to the body. #T2#
Brophy throws a head punch that misses.
Monteban is trying to stall.
Brophy lands with a right to the head.
Monteban drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Brophy throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Montebans head. #BC#
Monteban escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Brophy has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A bone on bone clash there as Brophy blocks the leg kick.
Monteban takes one on the button.
Oh Monteban is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Nice shot lands for Brophy.
Brophy throws a shot from downtown. Monteban moves away and avoids it.
Ricardo Monteban has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Monteban misses the shot to the body.
Monteban checks the leg kick.#T3#
Brophy lands a lovely overhand right.
Monteban shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Brophy lands a brutal head kick. Monteban looks out on his feet and Brophy throws more strikes until the ref is forced to stop the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:18 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Kick and Punches). Davie Brophy!
Davie Brophy spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant.

Event: Ascension 0429
Date: Apr 29, 2017

#R1#
Crane is looking to clinch.
Crane keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Monteban ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Crane moves away.
Monteban fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Crane manages to avoid it.
Crane seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Crane slips a jab from Monteban.
Crane jabs Monteban to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Crane throws a body punch but Monteban moves out of range.
Crane swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Monteban swings away with a leg kick that misses.#CL#
Crane clinches with his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Crane lands an uppercut.
Monteban lands a hook that snaps the head of Crane backwards.
Monteban blocks an uppercut.
Monteban stalling the fight.
Crane stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that. #BC#
Crane escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #T1#
Monteban avoids a punch combination nicely.
Monteban is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Crane swings for the body but Monteban moves out of range.
Crane misses with a body shot.
Crane ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Monteban moves away.
Monteban swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Ichabod Crane is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Crane throws a body punch but Monteban moves out of range.
Monteban scores with a hook to the body. Crane takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Crane uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Monteban has time to react.
Monteban throws a predictable looking body shot
and Crane makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Crane swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Monteban with the counter takedown but Crane avoids it easily.
Good standup being displayed there by Crane as he connects with a hook.
Crane connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Monteban keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Crane just misses with a punch to the body. #T2#
Monteban scores with a hook.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Crane lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Monteban at a distance.
Monteban fails with an attempt to clinch.
Crane punishes Monteban's body with a nice straight punch.#TD2#
Monteban shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
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. Monteban connects with a nice short shot to Crane's temple.
Crane tries to roll over but Monteban keeps him under control.
Monteban not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Monteban throwing shots but Crane is blocking nicely.
Monteban not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Monteban not landing any meaningful shots this time. #T3#
Monteban missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #SUB2#
Monteban is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Monteban seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Crane is defending against the submission attempts here by Monteban.
Monteban is looking to stall here but Crane recovers full guard.
Monteban working some strikes from top position.#T4#
Monteban won't allow Crane to sweep him here.
Crane wants to get back to his feet but Monteban is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Monteban trying to control but Crane is working from the bottom.
Monteban with a flurry of punches that miss.
Monteban throws a big right hand that misses.
Monteban throws a big elbow that misses.
Crane working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Monteban.
Monteban trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Monteban throws a strike but Crane rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ichabod Crane dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Monteban fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Crane.
Crane throws a body shot but no joy.
Monteban sizes up Crane with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Monteban walks into a stiff left hand from Crane.
Crane swings for the body but Monteban moves out of range.
Monteban keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Monteban throws out a counter right but Crane avoids it with no problem.
A solid body kick from Monteban.
Monteban misses with a straight left.
Monteban displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Crane throws out the jab.
Ichabod Crane is winning the standup battle so far.
Crane uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Monteban.
Crane tries to move into range but Monteban moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Crane tries to clinch up but Monteban circles away and keeps his distance.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Monteban.
Crane scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Monteban shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Crane as he avoids it easily.
Monteban avoids a punch combination nicely. #T1#
Monteban misses with an uppercut. Crane saw that one coming.
Crane misses the shot to the body.
Monteban is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Crane.
Crane tries to counter by clinching up but Monteban breaks away and moves out of range.
Crane is looking to wear down Monteban with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.#CL2#
Monteban rushes Crane and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Monteban goes for a takedown in the clinch but Crane prevents it.
Crane is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Monteban is defending well for now.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Crane.
Crane lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #BC#
Crane pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Crane works the jab nicely.
Monteban misses the shot to the body.
A quick step to the side and Crane tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Crane connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Monteban swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#T2#
Monteban looks to score with a jab to the body but Crane is just out of range.
Monteban rushes in with a sloppy looking punch #CL#
and Crane moves into the clinch.
Crane swings wildly with an uppercut but Monteban uses good head movement to avoid it.
Crane is working Monteban over against the cage.#BC#
Crane escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Crane throws a jab when Monteban was well out of range.
Monteban moves out of range as Crane strikes.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Monteban! But no joy.
Monteban misses with a hook
and Crane makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Crane slips a straight right by Monteban.
Monteban misses the jab.
Crane cracks Monteban with an open hand slap.
Crane looks to score with a jab to the body but Monteban is just out of range.
Monteban throws an off balance right hand
and Crane counters with a right hand to the body. #CL2#
Monteban clinches. #T3##BC#
Crane breaks from the clinch.
Crane misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Monteban.
Crane throws a body punch but Monteban moves out of range.
Crane misses with a wild body shot.
Monteban wants to slow Crane down by chopping away at his legs.
Monteban fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Crane.
Monteban avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Crane keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Crane misses with an uppercut. Monteban saw that one coming.
Crane drops his hands momentarily and Monteban takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Crane swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Crane swings for the body but Monteban moves out of range.
Monteban cracks Crane with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Monteban moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Crane looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. #T4#
Crane lands a body shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nice jab there from Monteban.
A big right from Monteban misses.
Crane throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Crane fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Monteban manages to avoid it.
Crane ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Crane throws a body shot but no joy.
Monteban fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Crane manages to avoid it.
Crane defending well as Monteban loads up on a big left hand.
Monteban misses with a body kick.
Monteban moves away from the strike by Crane.
Monteban only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Monteban slips under a jab from Crane.
Monteban tries to land a front kick but Crane steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Crane looks to land a left hand but Monteban moved out of range nicely.
Crane's jab looks to have found its range, popping Monteban under the eye.
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 Ichabod Crane will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R3#
Monteban wants to clinch up but Crane keeps it at a distance.
Crane slaps away a takedown attempt from Monteban, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Monteban steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Crane.
Monteban takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Monteban fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Crane manages to avoid it.
Monteban on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Crane tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Monteban was well out of range. Poor timing from Crane.
Monteban's jab looks to have found its range, popping Crane under the eye.
Crane keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A big left from Crane misses.
Crane's corner calls for a 1-2. Crane obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Crane swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A big right from Crane misses.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Monteban! But no joy.#CL#
Crane moves into the clinch.#T1#
Crane tries a knee to the head but Monteban blocks it.
Monteban has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Crane is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Monteban keeps control of Crane as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Crane misses with a body punch.
Crane lands a shoulder strike.
Crane tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Crane wants to break free but Monteban has control.
Crane stalling in the clinch but Monteban improves position.
Monteban pressing his opponent against the cage.
Crane stops a takedown attempt from Monteban.
Ichabod Crane has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ricardo Monteban.
Crane throws a punch but it's blocked by Monteban.
Crane with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Crane stalls.
Crane trying to stall but Monteban improves his position. #T2#
Crane missing with knees to the body.
Ichabod Crane has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Monteban is trying to pull guard but Crane has him pressed against the cage.
Monteban on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body. #BC#
Crane breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Monteban connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Monteban throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Crane takes one to the chin there.
Crane misses with a wild body shot.
Crane avoids a kick to the body.
Crane fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Crane misses with an uppercut
and Monteban counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Monteban is looking to score with low kicks.
Monteban connects with the punch.
Crane throws a good cross that connects. #T3#
Monteban looks for the body kick but Crane saw that one coming.
Monteban throws the left hand but Crane avoids the punch easily.
Monteban tests Crane's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Monteban uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Crane.
Monteban lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Crane thuds a left hand into Monteban's body.
Monteban misses with a right hand
and Crane counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Crane is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Crane takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Crane throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Monteban sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Monteban misses with a looping right.
Monteban throws a leg kick
and Crane counters with a straight right hand.
Monteban keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Crane looks to land a left hand but Monteban moved out of range nicely.#T4#
Monteban scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Crane doesn't seem bothered though.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Monteban throws out a loose jab but Crane uses good head movement to avoid it.
Crane throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Monteban throws a lazy uppercut
and Crane counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Crane on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Monteban takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Monteban dives in for a single leg takedown but Crane sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.#TD2#
Monteban closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Crane's guard.
Crane has momentary wrist control but Monteban slips an elbow through the middle.
Crane keeping moving, preventing Monteban from controlling successfully.
Monteban is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Monteban connects with a couple of short punches.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ichabod Crane clearly takes that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R4#
Monteban throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Crane thows a left - swing and a miss!
Monteban throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Crane on the side of the head.
Crane just misses with a punch to the body.
Good exchange - Crane coming out on top.
Crane tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Monteban was well out of range. Poor timing from Crane.
Crane looks to score with a jab to the body but Monteban is just out of range.
Monteban throws a hook to the side of Crane's head but Crane sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Monteban doesn't manage to clinch there - Crane circles away.
Crane throws a sloppy body shot
and Monteban counters with a nice uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Monteban takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
A telegraphed right hand from Monteban misses the target.
Monteban is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Monteban uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Crane.
Monteban is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Crane with a body shot.
Crane swings for the body but Monteban moves out of range. #T1#
Crane throws a body shot but no joy.
Crane misses with a hook. Monteban ducked under it nicely.
Monteban throws out a loose jab but Crane uses good head movement to avoid it.
Crane ducks under a wild hook from Monteban.
Crane shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
A big right from Crane misses.
Crane takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Monteban throws a jab but it's blocked by Crane.
Crane misses with a looping right.
Monteban throws a poor cross that misses
and Crane connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Nice uppercut lands for Crane. That snapped Monteban's head back.
Monteban moves out of range as Crane strikes.
Monteban cracks a nice hook into Crane's ribs.
Crane misses with a hook. Monteban ducked under it nicely. #T2#
Monteban takes a swing at Crane's ribcage but misses.
Monteban wants to slow Crane down by chopping away at his legs.
Crane throws an overhand right that lands on Monteban's shoulder, as Monteban tries to avoid the shot.
Monteban lands with a right hand.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Monteban tries to score a power double leg takedown but Crane sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Monteban somewhat.
Crane looks to score with a jab to the body but Monteban is just out of range.
Monteban connects with the punch.
Monteban takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing. #CL#
Crane moves into range and clinches up with Monteban.
Crane has a couple of punches blocked by Monteban.
Monteban has Crane pressed against the cage.
Crane pushes Monteban back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#T3##BC#
Crane's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Monteban misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Crane.
Monteban connects with a single shot there.
Crane misses the body punch
and Monteban counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Monteban throws a body punch but Crane moves out of range.
Monteban shoots in but no luck this time.
A little feinted left hand from Crane on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Monteban just misses with a punch to the body.
An attempted straight right counter from Crane misses the target.
Crane looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Monteban uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Crane.
Monteban ducks under a wild hook from Crane.
Monteban doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Nice uppercut lands for Crane. That snapped Monteban's head back. #TD2#
Monteban closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#SUB2#
Monteban is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Crane doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Monteban. #T4##ES#
Crane manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Monteban keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage. #BC#
Crane breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Crane throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#TD2#
Monteban feints and as Crane raises his hands in defense, Monteban changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Crane wants to get back to his feet but Monteban is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Monteban loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close fourth round but I would say that Ichabod Crane will probably get the nod.
That's time! Crane's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R5#
Monteban misses with a body shot.
Monteban pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Crane throws a sloppy body shot
and Monteban counters with a nice uppercut.
Monteban tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Crane was well out of range. Poor timing from Monteban.
Crane ducks under a wild hook from Monteban.
Crane throws a hook but Monteban avoids it easily.
Monteban feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Crane's calf.
Crane throws a right and a left that both miss.
Monteban throws out a leg kick but Crane moves out of range and Monteban only half commits.
Monteban swings for the body but Crane moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Crane changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Crane checks the leg kick.
Crane pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Monteban throws a leg kick
and Crane counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T1#
Crane moves out of range of the body kick.#CL#
Crane forces Monteban back against the cage and clinches.
Crane misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Monteban. #BC#
Crane breaks the clinch.
Monteban with a lazy takedown attempt
and Crane counters with a right hand to the body.
Monteban drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Good work by Crane as he checks the leg kick.
Crane doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Crane swats away the attempt to clinch by Monteban.
Crane circles away from the clinch attempt
and Crane counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Monteban keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #T2#
Monteban thuds his right hand into Crane's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Crane takes a swing at Monteban's ribcage but misses.
Monteban pivots, looking for a leg kick but Crane is out of range and Monteban settles back down.
Crane throws a shot to the body.
Crane avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Crane missing with a left hand there. Monteban was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Crane moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Monteban throws a body kick that misses.
Monteban lands with a hook. Crane tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Crane scores with the left hand. Monteban knows he should have avoided that one.
Ricardo Monteban has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Crane throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Monteban looks to throw the jab but Crane is out of range.
Crane misses with a straight right. #T3#
Monteban throws out a leg kick but Crane moves out of range and Monteban only half commits.
Crane uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Monteban has time to react.
Monteban connects with a body shot.
Monteban steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Crane.
Crane takes a swing at Monteban's ribcage but misses.
Monteban throws a hook but Crane blocks it.
Ichabod Crane is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Monteban throws a poor cross that misses
and Monteban takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Monteban lands the left hand.
Monteban tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Crane defends well and Monteban ends up having to push Crane into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Crane leaves Monteban with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
A counter left hand to the body from Crane misses its target.
Ichabod Crane has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ricardo Monteban.
Monteban is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
A right-left combo lands from Crane. #T4#
Monteban shoots in looking for a takedown. Crane tries to sprawl out of it but Monteban keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Crane manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Nice defenses there by Crane.
Monteban needs to keep his hands up - Crane had a free shot at his head there.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Crane's corner calls for a 1-2. Crane obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Crane swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Monteban.
Monteban takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Monteban throws a sloppy body shot
and Crane counters with a right hand to the body.
Crane misses with a wild body shot.
Nice jab there from Crane.
Crane avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Crane throws out a loose jab but Monteban uses good head movement to avoid it.
A little jabbing left from Monteban on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Crane throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 50:45
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 50:45
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 50:45

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ichabod Crane!
Ichabod Crane retains his featherweight title!
Ichabod Crane tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool.

Event: Ascension 0401
Date: Apr 01, 2017

#R1#
Monteban looks to score with a jab to the body but Ballesteros is just out of range.
Monteban looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Ballesteros feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Ballesteros dips to his left and cracks Monteban with an uppercut!
Monteban looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Monteban displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Ballesteros throws out the jab.
Monteban shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Ballesteros as he avoids it easily.
Monteban slips under a jab.
A lazy left from Ballesteros finds it's target.
Monteban walks into a left hand.
Monteban cracks Ballesteros with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Monteban moves out of range as Ballesteros strikes.
Monteban misses with a kick to the body.
Ballesteros ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Monteban looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Monteban connects with the punch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#TD2#
Monteban drives through with a takedown into guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Monteban trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #T1#
Ballesteros wants to stand but Monteban is controlling the position.
Monteban wants to control from the top but Ballesteros keeps moving.
Ballesteros wants to stand up but Monteban is controlling him. #SUB2#
Monteban is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. #ES#
Ballesteros pushes Monteban off and scrambles back to his feet.
Monteban misses with a body kick.
Monteban darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
The fight stays on the outside here - Monteban looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Ballesteros defending well as Monteban loads up on a big left hand.
Ballesteros throwing a counter right hand but Monteban manages to avoid it.
Ballesteros scores with a head kick. Monteban tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.#T2#
Monteban throws a push kick but Ballesteros slaps the foot to one side.
A jab from Monteban finds it's way through Ballesteros's defenses.
Ballesteros uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Monteban.
Monteban takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Ballesteros defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Monteban.
Seve Ballesteros is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ballesteros digs a good hook to Monteban's body.
Monteban motions for Ballesteros to come forward. Monteban throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Ballesteros misses with a looping left.
A shot to the body from Ballesteros misses
and Monteban cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Ballesteros scores with a decent looking hook.
Monteban moves out of range of the leg kick from Ballesteros.
Seve Ballesteros seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Monteban swings widly with a right hand
and Ballesteros counters with a leg kick.
Monteban avoids a punch combination nicely.
Monteban misses with an uppercut
and Ballesteros counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Monteban thinking.
Monteban fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Ballesteros is out of range. #T3#
Ballesteros misses with a low kick.
Ballesteros tries to score with a low kick but Monteban moves his leg out of the way.
It looks like Ballesteros has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Ballesteros throws a right hand that Monteban ducks under and follows up with a left that Monteban also avoids with ease.
Ballesteros checks the leg kick nicely there.
Ballesteros misses with a hook.
A telegraphed right hand from Ballesteros misses the target.
Ballesteros misses the jab.
Ballesteros gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Ballesteros throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Ballesteros wants to land a leg kick but Monteban is out of range.
Monteban dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Monteban throws a right hand that misses
and Ballesteros counters with a straight right hand.
Ballesteros uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Monteban.
Ballesteros throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Monteban swings widly with a right hand
and Ballesteros counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Monteban connects with a solid leg kick. #T4#
Ballesteros tries a head kick but it misses.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Monteban looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Ballesteros is fending him off so far but Monteban persists. Nope, Ballesteros circles away and we're back to standing.
Seve Ballesteros has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ricardo Monteban.
Ballesteros lands with a thumping leg kick.
Ballesteros throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Ballesteros needs to keep his hands up - Monteban had a free shot at his head there.
Monteban throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Ballesteros is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Ballesteros feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Montebans jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Ballesteros scores with a head kick.
Ballesteros lands a leg kick that knocks Monteban off balance momentarily.
Ballesteros lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Ballesteros defending well as Monteban loads up on a big left hand.
Monteban throws a leg kick but Ballesteros checks it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Ballesteros throws a right and a left that both miss.
Ballesteros lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Monteban will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Monteban misses with a left hand
and Ballesteros makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Seve Ballesteros dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Ballesteros scoring well with a low kick there.
Monteban misses with a takedown
and Ballesteros counters with a straight right hand.
Ballesteros checks a low kick from Monteban.
A thudding body kick lands there by Monteban!
Ballesteros avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Ballesteros is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Monteban can do to turn this around?
Monteban connects with a jab.
The fighters circle momentarily. Ballesteros darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Ballesteros lands a nice leg kick that just misses Monteban's sensitive parts.
Monteban throws a lazy right hand but Ballesteros sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Monteban uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ballesteros.
Seve Ballesteros is winning the standup battle so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ballesteros keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Ballesteros is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Ballesteros throws a hook to the side of Monteban's head but Monteban sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Ballesteros comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
An inside leg kick lands from Ballesteros. #TD2#
Monteban bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.#T1#
Ballesteros is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Monteban is controlling him well.
Ballesteros is looking to get back to his feet here but Monteban is keeping cool and he's managed to take Ballesteros's back.
Ballesteros is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
Good control from Monteban.
Monteban punches Ballesteros on the ear. #ES#
Ballesteros manages to escape to his feet.
Monteban misses with a lunging right hand
and Monteban takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Ballesteros throws a nice looking combination but Monteban bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
It seemed like Monteban was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Monteban looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.#T2#
Monteban fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.#TD2#
Monteban dives in and scores a takedown into Ballesteros's guard.#ES#
Ballesteros is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Monteban is working for takedown but Ballesteros is calmly controlling the position for now.
Ballesteros throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Montebans head.
Monteban blocks a body shot from Ballesteros.
Monteban prevents a body shot from Ballesteros.
Monteban lands on the inside with an uppercut. #TD2#
Monteban pulls Ballesteros into guard.
Ballesteros wants to stand but Monteban is controlling his posture from full guard. #SUB2#
Monteban is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Ballesteros defends well.#T3##SUB2#
Monteban has his foot on Ballesteros's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Ballesteros works his way back into a safe position though.
Ballesteros wants to stand and escape but instead Monteban has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard. #REVB#
Monteban with a flurry of punches that miss.
Monteban looking to sit in guard and control but Ballesteros gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR##SUB2#
Ballesteros wants to stand up, so he's looking to wriggle free of Monteban's closed guard. He's half up but Monteban has locked on to an arm! Uh oh! Monteban pivots and extends the arm, Ballesteros falls face first to the mat and taps??... does he?? YES! He's tapping! Excellent counter grappling there by Monteban! Well done that man!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:53 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Ricardo Monteban!
A very excited looking Ricardo Monteban 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: Ascension 0304
Date: Mar 04, 2017

#R1#
Scissorhands ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Monteban moves away.#CL2#
Scissorhands has closed the distance and engaged Monteban in a clinch.
Monteban taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Scissorhands swings wildly with an uppercut but Monteban uses good head movement to avoid it.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Scissorhands lands with a left to the head.
Scissorhands misses with a short punch on the inside.
Monteban is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Scissorhands is keeping busy.
Scissorhands tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Monteban lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Scissorhands backwards.
Scissorhands working aggressively here.
Monteban lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Monteban lands a shoulder strike.
Scissorhands lands a hook to the side of the head.#TD#
Monteban has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Scissorhands clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Scissorhands tries to roll but Monteban sticks to his back. #T1#
Monteban missing with strikes from the back.
Scissorhands turns into Monteban and is now in his guard. #SUB#
Monteban is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Scissorhands is aware though and is defending well.
Scissorhands looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SUB#
Monteban has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Scissorhands can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Scissorhands looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Scissorhands must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#T2#
Monteban manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Scissorhands manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Monteban postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Monteban content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Monteban in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #SUB2#
Scissorhands is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Monteban defends well.
Scissorhands trying to control the position. #T3#
Monteban working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Monteban is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Monteban looking to sit in guard and control but Scissorhands gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Scissorhands looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SUB#
Scissorhands avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #SUB#
Scissorhands got a little sloppy there for a moment and Monteban has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Scissorhands has managed to get both his arms back between Monteban's legs - danger averted.
Monteban 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##SUB#
Monteban is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Scissorhands defends well.
Monteban looking for a sweep. Not yet Monteban, not yet. #SUB#
Monteban looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Scissorhands has picked Monteban up and slammed him! Monteban can't keep hold of the triangle and Scissorhands manages to pass to side control!
A lull in the action here.
Monteban is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Scissorhands off and has taken his back!
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 Ricardo Monteban will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Scissorhands scores with a one two! Monteban had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Monteban lands with a kick to the ribs.
Monteban throws a jab but it's blocked by Scissorhands.
Monteban fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
An inside leg kick from Scissorhands misses.
Scissorhands lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Scissorhands throws a shot from downtown. Monteban moves away and avoids it.
Scissorhands keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Monteban.
Scissorhands doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Monteban staying out of range there.
Scissorhands circles away from the clinch attempt.
Scissorhands throws a jab but it's blocked by Monteban.
Monteban fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Monteban throws a low kick but Scissorhands avoids it.
Scissorhands tries to clinch but Monteban is having none of it.
Monteban looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Scissorhands throws a low kick but Monteban avoids it.
Monteban looks to score with a jab to the body but Scissorhands is just out of range.#T1#
Scissorhands scores with a jab to the head. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Monteban tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Monteban is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Scissorhands gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Scissorhands creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Monteban swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Scissorhands misses with a punch to the body.
A short uppercut from Scissorhands.
A head punch on the inside from Scissorhands fails to land.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Scissorhands.
Edward Scissorhands seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Scissorhands lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Monteban backwards.
Monteban is trying to maintain a safe position but Scissorhands gets an underhook and turns Monteban into the cage.
A nice left hand lands by Scissorhands.
Scissorhands tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #TD#
Monteban pulls guard successfully.
Scissorhands 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. #T2#
Scissorhands postures up.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Scissorhands controls from within his opponent's guard. #SUB#
Monteban looking for a triangle here. Scissorhands is fighting it but it looks tight! Monteban pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Scissorhands is tapping out - this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Ricardo Monteban!
A victorious Ricardo Monteban thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: EPL 11 Finale
Date: Feb 15, 2017

#R1#
A clash of legs there as Monteban blocks the low kick.
Monteban checks a leg kick nicely.
Monteban lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Pamaus fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Pamaus takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Pamaus misses with a kick to the body
and Monteban counters with a stiff right hand. #TD2#
Monteban shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Pamaus's guard.#ES#
Pamaus pushes Monteban off and gets back to his feet.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Monteban moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Pamaus throws a leg kick but Monteban moved away.
Pamaus connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Monteban misses with a looping left.
Monteban waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Pamaus.
Monteban is looking to chop away at Pamaus's legs.
Pamaus gets off balance looking for a body kick#CL2#
and Monteban counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Monteban. #T1##BC2#
Monteban breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Aimo Pamaus is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Pamaus lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Monteban throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Pamaus on the side of the head.
Pamaus looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Aimo Pamaus seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Pamaus lands a leg kick that knocks Monteban off balance momentarily.
Pamaus throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Monteban feints a counter leg kick.
Pamaus pushes Monteban away with a front kick.
A swing and a miss from Monteban.
Pamaus's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Monteban connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Pamaus scrambles back to his feet.#CL2#
Monteban gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#TD2#
Monteban is trying to trip Pamaus. He has hold of a leg but Pamaus is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Monteban persists though and gets the takedown into guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Monteban working some strikes from top position.#SUB#
Pamaus is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! Monteban has his hands clasped together but Pamaus extends and breaks Monteban's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by Pamaus.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Aimo Pamaus!

Event: Ascension 0121
Date: Jan 21, 2017

#R1#
Monteban defending well as Clap loads up on a big left hand.
Clap throws a body kick that misses
and Monteban counters with a low kick, right behind Clap 's knee.
Monteban throws a leg kick but Clap moved away.
Monteban looks for the body kick but Clap saw that one coming.
Monteban tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Clap swivels and escapes.
Clap appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Clap scores with a nice body kick.
Monteban is looking to chop away at Clap's legs.
Monteban misses with a low kick.
Clap moves away from the strike by Monteban.
Clap is looking to clinch but Monteban is avoiding it.
Clap misses with an uppercut #TD2#
and Monteban counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Monteban. #SUB#
Clap is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Monteban defends well.
Monteban preventing the sweep.
Monteban trying to control the position from guard on top but Clap is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1#
Clap has momentary wrist control but Monteban slips an elbow through the middle.
Monteban is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Clap has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Clap is trying to keep Monteban in close.
Monteban postures up in Clap's guard and throws a big left but Clap blocks it.
Monteban trying to control the position from guard on top but Clap is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Clap trying to keep a closed guard but Monteban is proving a slippery customer.
Monteban throwing strikes but missing.
Monteban is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Monteban throws a big right hand that misses. #T2#
Monteban missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #SUB#
Clap had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Monteban defends it easily.
Monteban loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Monteban passes Clap's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Monteban trying to control from half guard but Clap is working away.
Monteban scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Monteban prevents Clap from improving his position.
Clap manages to get to full guard.
Monteban is looking to advance position but Clap has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!#REVR##T3#
Clap can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Monteban is looking to escape.
Monteban gets back to half guard.#SUB2#
Monteban looking for submissions off his back.
Clap thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Monteban's head.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Still in half guard, Clap seems content to control.
Clap seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Monteban does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Monteban tries to get to full guard but Clap has control of the leg.
Clap with the ground and pound but Monteban uses the opportunity to regain guard.
Clap trying to control but Monteban is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Monteban has his foot on Clap's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Clap works his way back into a safe position though.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Monteban is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Clap tries to free his leg and advance position but Monteban is retaining full guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ricardo Monteban dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Clap throws a body shot but no joy.
Monteban swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A solid leg kick lands there for Clap.
Monteban avoids a kick to the body.
Clap with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Monteban to score with a decent uppercut.
Monteban fails with a takedown attempt.
Monteban lands a nice looking body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Monteban connects with an inside leg kick.
Clap looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks. #TD2#
Clap gets caught flat footed, as Monteban shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Monteban won't allow Clap to sweep him here.
Monteban postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #T1##SUB#
Monteban got a little sloppy there for a moment and Clap has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Monteban has managed to get both his arms back between Clap's legs - danger averted.
Monteban loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Monteban trying to control but Clap is working from the bottom.
Monteban trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Monteban missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Monteban throws a big elbow that misses.
Monteban trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Clap working a defensive guard here.
Clap is controlling Monteban's posture.#SUB#
Clap working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Monteban has passed into half guard! #T2#
Clap trying to control but Monteban postures up.
Clap avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Monteban. #SUB2#
Monteban is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Clap has managed to free his arm - good work.
Monteban seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. #SUB#
Clap looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Monteban has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Monteban moves into full mount! Clap won't be happy about that! #T3#
Monteban controlling from the full mount.
The referee warns Clap that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Monteban cracks Clap with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena. #ROC2#
Clap is rocked!
Clap tries to hold on but Monteban pushes him away.
Monteban postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Clap looks a forlorn figure.
Oh Clap is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Monteban scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Clap?
Ricardo Monteban has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB2#
Monteban has isolated one of Clap's arms. Clap looking to fight him off but Monteban twists into an armbar. It's tight... Will he tap?? YES, he's tapped! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Ricardo Monteban!
Our winner, Ricardo Monteban, 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: Ascension 1210
Date: Dec 10, 2016

#R1#
Monteban looks to score with a jab to the body but Junior is just out of range.
Junior moves in looking to clinch but Monteban pushes him off.#TD#
Junior shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Monteban napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Monteban is trying to get back to half guard.
Junior scoring with punches and elbows.
Monteban is working to avoid the ground and pound but Junior connects with a decent elbow.
Junior wants to lay and pray for a moment but Monteban keeps working.
Junior working the ground and pound but Monteban is defending the strikes.
Monteban regains half guard.#SUB2#
Monteban looking for submissions off his back.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ground and pound from Junior.
We've been hearing that Junior has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Monteban is trying to control but Junior passes into side control!
Monteban manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. #T1#
Junior prevents Monteban from improving his position.
Monteban is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Junior scores with a couple of nice shots.
Junior not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Junior missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #SUB2#
Monteban looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Junior scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Junior missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Junior throwing shots but Monteban is blocking nicely.
Junior looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Monteban with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Junior working over Monteban with some ground and pound. Monteban looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Monteban moves into full guard.
Junior lands a couple of decent looking shots.#T2#
Junior content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Junior stopping the sweep attempt from Monteban.
Junior wants to control from the top but Monteban keeps moving.
Monteban preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #SUB2#
Junior avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Junior scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Junior throwing strikes from guard but Monteban blocks nicely.
Monteban working a defensive guard here. #SUB2#
Monteban throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Junior working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Junior throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Monteban works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Junior loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Junior is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Junior is looking to advance position but Monteban has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!#REVB#
Monteban punishing his opponent with strikes.
Junior tries to lock up and control but Monteban gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#SUB2#
Junior defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Monteban.
Junior manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Monteban lands strikes from half guard.
Nice strikes from Monteban there. #T4#
Junior keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Junior is pressing down on Monteban's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Monteban throwing strikes but missing. #SUB#
Junior had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Monteban defends it easily.#SUB2#
Monteban is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Monteban chips away with some ground and pound.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Junior keeping moving, preventing Monteban from controlling successfully.
Monteban distracts Junior with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Rich Junior dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Junior fails with the takedown.#CL#
Junior takes the fight into the clinch.
Junior blocks a body shot from Monteban.
Nice body punch from Junior - that landed with a thud.
Junior fails to pull guard.
Junior wants a takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rich Junior. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A head punch on the inside from Junior fails to land.
Junior misses with a hook from the clinch.
Junior jumps guard but Monteban turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. #TD2#
Monteban wants the takedown. Junior is fighting it off but Monteban persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Junior's guard against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Monteban working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Junior's head.
Junior wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #SUB#
Junior looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Junior has momentary wrist control but Monteban slips an elbow through the middle.#T1##SUB#
Junior looking for a guillotine here but Monteban defends easily.
Junior wants to get back to his feet but Monteban is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Monteban with a nice head shot there.#SUB#
Monteban avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #SUB#
Junior had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Monteban defends it easily.#SUB#
Junior looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Monteban distracts Junior with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.#SUB#
Junior has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Monteban is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Junior.
Junior is working to avoid the ground and pound but Monteban connects with a decent elbow.
Monteban lands a few punches from side control.
Junior on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Junior on the wrong end of some ground and pound. #ROC2#
Junior is rocked!
Monteban scoring with punches from side control.
Oh Junior is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Monteban in side control here. He's dropped a big elbow there and Junior looks hurt! Oh, he is hurt! Monteban turns on the heat and pounds him out for a TKO victory! Good killer instinct there!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ricardo Monteban!
During a confident post fight interview, Ricardo Monteban thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: Ascension 1102
Date: Nov 02, 2016

#R1#
Monteban shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Crane as he avoids it easily.
Crane misses the shot to the body.
Crane moves out of range of the body kick from Monteban.
Crane misses with a lunging right hand
and Monteban connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Monteban misses with an uppercut. Crane saw that one coming.
Crane ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Crane misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Monteban.
Monteban is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Monteban scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Monteban moves away from the strike by Crane.
Monteban scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Crane doesn't seem bothered though.
Crane swings and misses with a hook to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Monteban ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Crane moves away.
Crane cracks a nice hook into Monteban's ribs.
Crane pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Monteban walks into a straight right hand from Crane.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Crane uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Monteban.
An attempted straight right counter from Crane misses the target.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Monteban 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 Crane has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Crane and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.#T1#
Crane throws a body shot but no joy.
Monteban throws a big shot that misses.
Crane swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Crane swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Monteban keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Crane is looking to wear down Monteban with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Crane lands a nice shot to the body.
Monteban misses with a body shot
and Crane counters with a straight right hand.
Crane with a hook.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Monteban, as that shot connected.
Crane fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Monteban looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Crane misses the shot to the body.
Monteban pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Crane misses with a jab, cross combination.
A looping hook to the body misses from Monteban. Crane does a little dance to reset his feet.
Monteban misses with a wild body shot.
Crane swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.#T2#
Monteban buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Monteban misses with a body shot.
A big left from Crane misses.
The fighters circling - Monteban throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Monteban misses with an uppercut.
Crane throws a body punch but Monteban moves out of range.
Crane misses with a wild body shot.
Monteban slips under a jab from Crane.
Monteban takes a swing at Crane's ribcage but misses.
Crane is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Monteban.
Monteban gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Crane counters with a nice uppercut.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Crane, as that shot connected.
Crane fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Monteban manages to avoid it.
Crane misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Monteban connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Monteban throws a half hearted mid kick.#T3#
Crane fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Monteban manages to avoid it.
A slow jab from Crane misses its intended target.
Crane takes a swing at Monteban's ribcage but misses.
Monteban doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Crane throws a body shot but no joy.
Crane throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Monteban throws a low kick but Crane avoids it.
Crane throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Monteban follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Crane throws a body shot but no joy.
A low kick from Monteban is predictable there
and Crane counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Crane feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Montebans jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Monteban dives in and grabs Crane's left leg, looking for a takedown. Crane pushes down on Monteban's head and hops out.
Ichabod Crane has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ricardo Monteban.
Monteban blocks a jab.
Crane jabs at Monteban's body.
Crane pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Crane misses with an uppercut. #T4#
Crane throws an off balance right hand
and Monteban counters with a straight right hand.
Monteban displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Crane throws out the jab.
Monteban connects with a leg kick. Crane looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Ichabod Crane is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Crane missing with a left hand there. Monteban was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Monteban looks like he wants to counter punch here.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Crane misses with a hook
and Monteban counters with a stiff right hand.
A jab from Monteban misses.
Monteban misses with an uppercut.
Monteban tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Crane was well out of range. Poor timing from Monteban.
Crane throws a poor cross that misses #CL2#
and Monteban moves into the clinch.#TD2#
Monteban pulls guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Monteban looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Crane passes into half guard.
Monteban is looking to improve his position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ichabod Crane dominated that round.
That's time! Crane's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Crane keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Monteban.
Crane drops his hands momentarily and Monteban takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Crane just misses with a punch to the body.
Monteban misses with a looping left.
Monteban tries to clinch but Crane is having none of it.
Monteban fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Crane manages to avoid it.
Monteban ducks under a wild hook from Crane.
Crane bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Monteban's head backwards.
Crunch! Monteban slams his shin into Crane's torso.
Crane throws a lazy right hand but Monteban sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Monteban thuds a left hand into Crane's body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Crane misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Monteban.
Crane moves out of range as Monteban throws a body kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Crane. Monteban does a little dance to reset his feet.
Crane lands with a good body shot.
Crane looks to score with a jab to the body but Monteban is just out of range.#T1#
Crane jabs Monteban to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Monteban attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Monteban takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Monteban throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Crane throws a poor cross that misses
and Monteban counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Crane misses the shot to the body.
Monteban pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Monteban takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Crane lands a really nice looking cross but Monteban seems unphased.
Monteban takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
A big right from Monteban misses.
A big right from Monteban misses.
Monteban slips a straight right by Crane.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Crane lands a jab to the nose.
Monteban lands an overhand right.
Crane is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Monteban can do to turn this around?#T2#
Crane scores with a shot to the body.
Crane throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Crane connects with a body shot that sends Monteban's belly button to the back.
Nice body punch from Monteban.
Crane wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Crane slips under a jab.
Monteban scores with a crisp jab that stopped Crane in his tracks.
Crane avoids the body shot from Monteban.
Monteban lands a front kick.
A shot to the liver by Crane. Beautiful body shot.
Crane takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Monteban takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Crane throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Crane blocks a jab.
Ichabod Crane is winning the standup battle so far.
Crane misses with a shot to the body
and Monteban connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T3#
Monteban tried to score with a low kick but Crane checks it.
Monteban keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Monteban staying out of range there.
Crane lands a glancing blow to the side of Monteban's head.
Monteban throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Monteban keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Crane tries to move into range but Monteban moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Monteban shoots in but no luck this time.
Monteban tries a low kick but Crane avoids it.
A left lands for Crane.
Crane misses with a looping left.
Crane looks to throw the jab but Monteban is out of range.
Crane displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Monteban throws out the jab.
Monteban scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Crane doesn't seem bothered though. #T4#
Crane lands a slapping body shot.
Crane lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Monteban swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Monteban lands a nice hook to Crane's body. Crane takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Crane throws an overhand right that lands on Monteban's shoulder, as Monteban tries to avoid the shot.
Crane throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Monteban just misses with a punch to the body.
Crane looks to throw the jab but Monteban is out of range.
Monteban let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
A telegraphed right hand from Crane misses the target.
Monteban thows a left - swing and a miss!
Crane moves away from the strike by Monteban.
Monteban tries to land a front kick but Crane steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Crane lands a nice looking body shot.
Crane lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Crane jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Monteban let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
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 Ichabod Crane will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Crane connects with a body shot that sends Monteban's belly button to the back.
Nice defenses there by Crane.
Crane misses with a lunging right hand
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Crane blocks a jab.
Monteban closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Crane fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Monteban manages to avoid it.
Crane misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
A jab lands there for Monteban.
Crane checks a low kick from Monteban.
Crane swings and misses with a hook to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Monteban gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Crane looks to score with a jab to the body but Monteban is just out of range.
Crane misses with an uppercut
and Monteban counters with a good low kick that Crane was not able to check.
Monteban lands with a shot to the body. #TD2#
Monteban looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Crane!#ES#
Crane throws Monteban to one side and escapes!#T1#
Monteban throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Crane ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Monteban moves away.
Crane takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Crane takes a swing at Monteban's ribcage but misses.
Monteban throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Monteban slips under a jab from Crane.
It seemed like Monteban was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Monteban keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Monteban swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Monteban blocks a jab.
Monteban throws a shot from downtown. Crane moves away and avoids it.
Crane thows a left - swing and a miss!
Monteban misses with an uppercut
and Crane counters with a right hand to the body. #T2#
Monteban bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Crane connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Monteban waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Crane.
Monteban takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Crane throws a body shot but no joy.
Monteban swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A nice leg kick lands there from Monteban.
Crane blocks a leg kick.
Crane throws a body punch but Monteban moves out of range.
Monteban tries to counter with a clinch but Crane shakes him off and moves away.
Monteban blocks a jab.
Crane misses with a body shot.
Ricardo Monteban has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Crane throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Monteban dives in and grabs Crane's left leg, looking for a takedown. Crane pushes down on Monteban's head and hops out.
Crane throwing a counter right hand but Monteban manages to avoid it.
Crane misses with a wild body shot.
It seemed like Monteban was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T3#
Crane jabs Monteban to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Monteban tries a head kick but it misses.
Nice defenses there by Monteban.
Crane throws a big shot that misses.
Monteban uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Crane.
Crane checks the leg kick nicely there.
Ichabod Crane is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Monteban tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Crane is able to avoid easily.
Crane cracks Monteban with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Monteban defending well as Crane loads up on a big left hand.
Monteban throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Crane sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Crane throwing a counter right hand but Monteban manages to avoid it.
Crane wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Crane throws a body shot but no joy.
Crane avoids the body shot from Monteban.
A counter left hand to the body from Crane misses its target.
Some bone on bone action there as Crane checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one. #T4#
Crane lands a slapping body shot.
Crane lands with a hook. Monteban tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Crane's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Monteban connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Crane scrambles back to his feet.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Monteban uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Crane.
The fighters circling - Monteban throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Crane ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Monteban uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Crane.
Monteban throws a nice outside leg kick.
Monteban throws a leg kick
and Crane counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Crane lands an overhand right.
Crane steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Monteban.
Monteban cracks Crane with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Monteban misses with a left hand
and Crane counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Crane takes a swing at Monteban's ribcage but misses.

And that's the end of the fight!
Ichabod Crane showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Crane, 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 Frank Antenori scores the fight 30:27
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 30:27
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: Ascension 1012
Date: Oct 12, 2016

#R1#
Scissorhands looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Monteban fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Scissorhands lands a lovely overhand right.
Scissorhands moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Monteban looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Scissorhands stuffs the takedown.
Scissorhands doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Monteban lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Good work by Scissorhands as he checks the leg kick.
Monteban ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Scissorhands moves away.
Scissorhands plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Scissorhands looks for the body kick but Monteban saw that one coming.
Monteban motions for Scissorhands to come forward. Monteban throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. #CL#
Monteban clinches.
Scissorhands lands a body punch in the clinch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Scissorhands lands a hook that snaps the head of Monteban backwards. #BC#
Monteban's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Good work by Scissorhands as he checks the leg kick.
Monteban closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Scissorhands has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Scissorhands thumps Monteban with a low kick.
Scissorhands scores with a sloppy right hand. Monteban should have avoided that one. #T1#
Scissorhands stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Scissorhands throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Monteban just misses with a punch to the body.
Monteban connects with a nice looking jab.
Monteban shoots in and drives through. Scissorhands sprawls well.
Monteban takes a swing at Scissorhands's ribcage but misses.
Monteban throws a low kick but it's checked well by Scissorhands.
Scissorhands is looking to slow Monteban down with leg kicks.
Monteban moves away from the strike by Scissorhands.
Monteban is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Monteban ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Monteban needs to keep his hands up - Scissorhands had a free shot at his head there.
Scissorhands throws a jab when Monteban was well out of range.
Scissorhands misses with a low kick. #CL#
Monteban closes the distance and clinches.
Scissorhands throws an elbow that misses. #BC2#
Scissorhands breaks the clinch. #T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Scissorhands takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Edward Scissorhands is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Monteban takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Monteban thuds his shin into the meat of Scissorhands's side.
Scissorhands takes a swing at Monteban's ribcage but misses.
Monteban throws a body shot but no joy.
Monteban dodges the punch combination from Scissorhands.
Scissorhands defending well as Monteban loads up on a big left hand.
Monteban takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Scissorhands takes a swing at Monteban's ribcage but misses.
Monteban darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Monteban swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Scissorhands jabs Monteban to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Monteban blocks a head kick by Scissorhands.
Monteban misses the jab.#CL#
Monteban clinches. #T3#
Scissorhands working hard to break the clinch.
Monteban misses with a body punch.
Monteban trying to control the position but instead, Scissorhands has worked for underhooks and has pushed Monteban into the cage.
Scissorhands scores with a hook to the body.
Scissorhands has had enough of the clinch but Monteban keeps him there for the moment.#BC#
Monteban breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Scissorhands digs a good body shot into Monteban's ribs.
Monteban tries to work over Scissorhands's front leg with a kick but Scissorhands checks it.
Scissorhands throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Monteban takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Scissorhands misses with a low kick.
Scissorhands misses with an uppercut. Monteban saw that one coming.
Scissorhands walks into a stiff left hand from Monteban.
Monteban throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Scissorhands sees it coming and avoids it easily.#T4#
Scissorhands tries to clinch but Monteban moves out of range.
Scissorhands bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Monteban's head.
Scissorhands lands with a nice body punch.
Monteban scoring well with a low kick there.
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!
Scissorhands staying out of range there.
Scissorhands jabs at Monteban's body.
Monteban takes one to the side of the head.
Scissorhands swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Scissorhands.
Scissorhands lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Monteban at a distance.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Scissorhands.
An attempted straight right counter from Monteban misses the target.
Scissorhands misses with a body kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Monteban misses with a wild body shot.
A combination from Scissorhands does no damage.
Jab from Scissorhands.
Monteban waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Scissorhands.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Edward Scissorhands dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Monteban tries to land a leg kick but Scissorhands saw it coming and moves away.
Scissorhands throws a nice inside leg kick.
Nice takedown defense from Scissorhands. No joy for Monteban on that attempt.
Monteban backing away here, and Scissorhands unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Monteban takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Monteban shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Edward Scissorhands seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Monteban drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
A shot to the liver by Monteban. Beautiful body shot.
Scissorhands throws a jab when Monteban was well out of range.
Scissorhands avoids the body shot from Monteban.
Monteban takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Monteban throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Monteban throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Scissorhands throws out a counter right but Monteban avoids it with no problem.
Scissorhands throws a body kick that misses.
Monteban lunges at Scissorhands with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Scissorhands's hand.
Scissorhands has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Scissorhands avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Scissorhands raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Scissorhands throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #T1#
Scissorhands takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Monteban thuds his shin into the meat of Scissorhands's side.
Scissorhands rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Monteban moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Monteban fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Scissorhands manages to avoid it.
Monteban cracks Scissorhands with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Scissorhands misses with a few strikes there.
Scissorhands slips a straight right by Monteban.
Scissorhands now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Scissorhands throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Monteban sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Scissorhands throws a series of punches but Monteban moves out of range.
Monteban closes this distance looking for a takedown but Scissorhands circles away.
Monteban dodges the punch combination from Scissorhands.
Scissorhands misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Monteban.
Scissorhands is looking to slow Monteban down with leg kicks.
Scissorhands misses with a body shot.
Monteban is looking to counter punch.
A looping hook to the body misses from Scissorhands. Monteban does a little dance to reset his feet.#T2#
Monteban moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Scissorhands throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Monteban takes a swing at Scissorhands's ribcage but misses.
Monteban lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Monteban wants to slow Scissorhands down by chopping away at his legs.
Edward Scissorhands seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Scissorhands connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Monteban momentarily.
Monteban thows a leg kick but Scissorhands checks it
and Scissorhands connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Scissorhands is looking to clinch but Monteban is avoiding it.
Monteban swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Scissorhands throws a push kick but Monteban slaps the foot to one side.
Monteban swings for the body but Scissorhands moves out of range.
Monteban throws a hook but Scissorhands blocks it.
Scissorhands ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Monteban connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Monteban scores with a hook to the body. Scissorhands takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Scissorhands throws an overhand right that lands on Monteban's shoulder, as Monteban tries to avoid the shot.
It appears Monteban was looking to counter with a kick there.#T3#
A lazy left from Scissorhands finds it's target.
Nice uppercut there from Scissorhands.
Scissorhands moves out of range as Monteban strikes.
Scissorhands uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Monteban.
Monteban looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Monteban throws a body punch but Scissorhands moves out of range.
A telegraphed right hand from Scissorhands misses the target.
Monteban avoids the head kick by Scissorhands. #TD#
Monteban shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Scissorhands trying to control but Monteban postures up.
Monteban looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Scissorhands with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Monteban 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. #T4##SUB#
Monteban is trying to work for a kimura but Scissorhands is defending well.
Monteban not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Monteban 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.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Scissorhands moves into full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Scissorhands can't keep his opponent in guard - Monteban advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Scissorhands trying to hold on to Monteban's head to control him but Monteban postures up.
Scissorhands moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Scissorhands wants to sweep but no luck.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Edward Scissorhands will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
A swing and a miss from Scissorhands.
Scissorhands swings for the body but Monteban moves out of range.
Scissorhands uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Monteban.
Scissorhands tries a head kick but it misses.
Monteban throws a jab but it's blocked by Scissorhands.
Monteban throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Monteban throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Scissorhands.
Scissorhands lands a nice hook to Monteban's body. Monteban takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Monteban dodges the punch combination from Scissorhands.
Monteban takes a body punch but keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Monteban showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Scissorhands.
A jab from Scissorhands finds it's way through Monteban's defenses. #T1#
Scissorhands jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Scissorhands defending well as Monteban loads up on a big left hand.
Scissorhands fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
A chopping leg kick lands by Monteban. #CL#
Monteban gets a clinch.
Scissorhands works on Monteban's body with a couple of short punches.
A short right from Monteban on the inside.
Scissorhands wants to stall.
Monteban throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Scissorhandss head.
Scissorhands misses with a punch on the inside. #BC2#
Scissorhands breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Scissorhands avoids the body shot from Monteban.
Scissorhands tries to counter by closing the distance.
A big left from Monteban misses.
Monteban misses with a telegraphed body shot
enabling Scissorhands to counter with a crisp jab. #T2#
Scissorhands tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Monteban swings for the body but Scissorhands moves out of range.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Scissorhands waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Monteban.
Monteban is looking to wear down Scissorhands with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Scissorhands throws a leg kick but Monteban sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Scissorhands throws a right hand that misses
and Monteban counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Scissorhands thinking.
Scissorhands leaves Monteban with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Monteban shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Scissorhands defends it nicely.
Scissorhands is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Ricardo Monteban has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Scissorhands looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Scissorhands misses with a kick to the body.
Scissorhands drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.#T3#
Monteban has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Scissorhands.
Monteban misses with a kick to the body
and Scissorhands counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Scissorhands throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A shot to the liver by Scissorhands. Beautiful body shot.
Scissorhands paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Scissorhands looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Monteban is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Scissorhands is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Scissorhands dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Monteban. That did some damage!
Scissorhands with a nice cross.
Scissorhands misses with a two punch combination.
Scissorhands lands a nice shot that snaps Monteban's head back.
Scissorhands throws a leg kick but Monteban checks it.
Monteban drops down looking for a counter takedown but Scissorhands sprawls and moves away.
Monteban looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
A clash of legs there as Scissorhands blocks the low kick.
A countering left hand to the body from Scissorhands misses.#T4#
Scissorhands lands with an overhand left.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Monteban throws a leg kick but Scissorhands checks it.
Monteban shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Scissorhands throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Monteban misses the jab.
Nice body punch from Scissorhands.
Scissorhands changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Scissorhands dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#CL2#
Scissorhands forces Monteban back against the cage and clinches.
Scissorhands makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Monteban throws a head punch that misses.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Scissorhands.
Monteban trying to stall but Scissorhands improves his position.
Scissorhands lands a left hand. #BC2#
Scissorhands's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 28:29
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 27:30
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 28:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Edward Scissorhands!
Edward Scissorhands decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little.

Event: Ascension 921
Date: Sep 21, 2016

#R1#
Decent striking displayed by Monteban there.
Monteban lands with a cross.
Iron Tyson circles away from the clinch attempt
and Iron Tyson counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Iron Tyson throws a right hand that Monteban ducks under and follows up with a left that Monteban also avoids with ease.
Monteban scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Monteban misses with a takedown attempt - Iron Tyson sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
We've been told by Iron Tyson's head coaches at 3Band MMA ($500/week) that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Monteban dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Iron Tyson. That did some damage!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Monteban misses with a leg kick.
Monteban throws an off balance right hand
enabling Iron Tyson to counter with a crisp jab.
Monteban's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Monteban duly obliges.
Ricardo Monteban seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
The fighters circling - Monteban throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A shot to the body from Monteban misses
and Iron Tyson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T1#
Monteban thuds his right hand into Iron Tyson's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Shogun Iron Tyson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Monteban gets cracked there but stands up to it. #CL#
Iron Tyson drives through and clinches with Monteban against the cage.
Monteban misses with a punch to the body.
Iron Tyson makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Iron Tyson tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Monteban's elbow.
Iron Tyson lands a body shot in the clinch.
Monteban is trying to drag Iron Tyson to the mat but Iron Tyson just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Monteban is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Iron Tyson blocks a body shot from Monteban.
Monteban is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Iron Tyson can't find room to land a body shot as Monteban controls the action.
Iron Tyson can't find room to land a body shot as Monteban controls the action. #T2#
Iron Tyson stalling in the clinch.
Iron Tyson misses with a shot to the kidneys.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Monteban takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Iron Tyson gets through Monteban's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Iron Tyson lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
A body shot lands from Iron Tyson.
Monteban drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Iron Tyson gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Shogun Iron Tyson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ricardo Monteban.
Iron Tyson fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A head punch blocked on the inside by Iron Tyson.
Iron Tyson lands a right hand.
Iron Tyson misses with a body punch.
Monteban throws a head punch that misses.
Iron Tyson throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Montebans head. #BC2#
Monteban escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Iron Tyson misses with a hook.
Monteban throws a body kick despite being completely out of range#KD#
and Iron Tyson counters with a beautiful punch that sends Monteban to the canvas! #ROC#
Monteban is rocked!#CUT#
It looks like Ricardo Monteban has been cut.#T3##SUB2#
Monteban is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Monteban is still in real trouble! Can Iron Tyson finish him?#SUB2#
Monteban has his foot on Iron Tyson's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Iron Tyson works his way back into a safe position though.
Monteban keeping full guard, as Iron Tyson tries to pass.
Monteban seems to have recovered his senses.
Monteban pulls Iron Tyson in close to his closed guard and prevents Iron Tyson from doing any damage or advancing position.
Iron Tyson looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB2#
Monteban escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Iron Tyson gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Iron Tyson looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Iron Tyson has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Shogun Iron Tyson dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Ricardo Monteban's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
A looping hook to the body misses from Monteban. Iron Tyson does a little dance to reset his feet.
Iron Tyson tries to clinch but Monteban is having none of it.
Iron Tyson tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Monteban was well out of range. Poor timing from Iron Tyson.
Monteban closes the distance but Iron Tyson moves to the side
and Iron Tyson counters with a nice uppercut.
Monteban jabbing away but nothing is landing. #CL#
Iron Tyson closes the distance and clinches.
Iron Tyson misses with a punch to the body.
Iron Tyson doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Iron Tyson doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Monteban is pushing Iron Tyson up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Iron Tyson throws a head punch that misses.
Monteban tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Iron Tyson's elbow.
Iron Tyson lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Iron Tyson misses with a punch to the body. #T1#
Iron Tyson misses with a short punch on the inside.
Iron Tyson tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Both guys are working to get underhooks. #BC2#
Monteban pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Monteban tries to clinch there but Iron Tyson circles away.
It looked like Iron Tyson wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Iron Tyson takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Monteban misses with a straight left.
Monteban throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A jab from Monteban misses.
A big right from Iron Tyson misses.
Monteban looks for the body kick but Iron Tyson saw that one coming. #CL2#
Monteban drives through and clinches with Iron Tyson against the cage.
Monteban stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Iron Tyson slows down the pace here.
Both guys are working to get underhooks. #T2#
Monteban changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Iron Tyson fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Monteban tries to clinch there but Iron Tyson circles away.
Iron Tyson throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Monteban sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Monteban tests Iron Tyson's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Iron Tyson ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Iron Tyson tries to counter by clinching up but Monteban breaks away and moves out of range.
Iron Tyson is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Monteban lands a nice shot that snaps Iron Tyson's head back.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Iron Tyson swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Monteban.
Nice shot lands for Monteban.
Monteban keeps the fight on the outside.
Monteban throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Monteban misses with an uppercut. Iron Tyson saw that one coming.#T3#
Iron Tyson digs a good body shot into Monteban's ribs.
A leg kick checked by Iron Tyson.#CL#
Iron Tyson gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Iron Tyson tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #TD2#
Monteban gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Iron Tyson regains guard.
Iron Tyson keeping moving, preventing Monteban from controlling successfully.
Iron Tyson seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #SUB2#
Monteban drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Monteban jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Monteban controls from within his opponent's guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Monteban with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#T4##SUB2#
Monteban is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Monteban chips away with some ground and pound.
Monteban being controlled here momentarily.
Monteban wants to control from the top but Iron Tyson keeps moving.
Iron Tyson controlling the position.
Monteban is looking to work some ground and pound but Iron Tyson has wrist control.#ES#
Iron Tyson scrambles and gets back to his feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Ricardo Monteban will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Ricardo Monteban's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R3##TD2#
Monteban scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.#ES#
Iron Tyson throws Monteban to one side and escapes!
Monteban throws a shot from downtown. Iron Tyson moves away and avoids it.
Iron Tyson appears to be looking for a big counter.
Monteban misses with a jab to the body #KD#
and Iron Tyson counters with a series of strikes that sends Monteban to the canvas! Iron Tyson follows down into guard, looking to finish the fight!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SUB2#
Monteban throws his legs up looking for a submission but Iron Tyson uses it to pass to side control.
Monteban trying to control but Iron Tyson flips him over like a cheap hooker and has his back!
You can see the frustration on Monteban's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Iron Tyson slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
Iron Tyson continues to stall.#T1#
Monteban tries to break free.
Iron Tyson controlling from the back.
Monteban wants to escape the position.
Monteban is still trying to improve position.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight. #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.
Iron Tyson has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Monteban wants to control his opponent's hands but Iron Tyson gets his hands free.
Monteban rolls, trying to escape but Iron Tyson keeps control of the position.
Iron Tyson trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Monteban doesn't escape.
Monteban rolls, trying to escape but Iron Tyson keeps control of the position. #T3#
Iron Tyson is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Monteban can't escape the position.
Good control from Iron Tyson.
Iron Tyson tries to get the hooks in deep but Monteban pushed the leg off.
Iron Tyson is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Monteban can do to turn this around?#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Monteban manages to reverse the position and now he's in Iron Tyson's guard. Nice work there by Monteban.
Iron Tyson utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Iron Tyson preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Monteban wants to pass the guard but Iron Tyson is keeping the position.
Monteban postures up and lands a big shot to Iron Tyson's brow. #ES#
Iron Tyson has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Monteban has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.
Iron Tyson can't find room to land a body shot as Monteban controls the action.
Nice body punch from Iron Tyson - that landed with a thud.
Iron Tyson pushes Monteban back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Iron Tyson lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Monteban backwards.
Iron Tyson lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Monteban backwards.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Shogun Iron Tyson clearly takes that round.
The cut man is working on Ricardo Monteban's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R4#
A jab from Iron Tyson does it's job there.
Monteban bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Iron Tyson's head backwards.
Monteban slips under a jab from Iron Tyson.#KD#
Iron Tyson catches Monteban napping and connects with a big right hand that sends Monteban to the canvas! #SUB2#
Monteban throws his legs up looking for a submission but Iron Tyson uses it to pass to side control.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Iron Tyson works to advance to full mount. Monteban defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs.
Monteban is looking to improve his position but Iron Tyson isn't that keen on the idea.#SU#
Iron Tyson gets to his feet and calls his opponent to stand. Here come the fireworks!
Monteban thows a left - swing and a miss!
Iron Tyson cracks Monteban with a good jab.#T1#
Iron Tyson swats away the attempt to clinch by Monteban.
Monteban looks for the body kick but Iron Tyson saw that one coming. #KD#
Iron Tyson lands a big shot that drops Monteban! Can he finish him?
Iron Tyson stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Monteban swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Monteban looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Iron Tyson passes into side control. #SU#
Iron Tyson decides to stand back up.
Iron Tyson uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Monteban.
Monteban looks to land a right hand but Iron Tyson moved out of range.#T2#
Monteban takes one on the chin but seems OK.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Some bone on bone action there as Iron Tyson checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Shogun Iron Tyson is winning the standup battle so far.
Iron Tyson ducks under a wild hook from Monteban.
Iron Tyson takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Iron Tyson lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Iron Tyson is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Monteban throws the left hand but Iron Tyson avoids the punch easily.
Monteban lands a slapping body shot.
Monteban looks to land a right hand but Iron Tyson moved out of range.
Monteban moves away from the strike by Iron Tyson.
Iron Tyson is looking to clinch.
Monteban thinks about the counter body kick.
Monteban looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Monteban looks to throw the jab but Iron Tyson is out of range.
Iron Tyson swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.#T3##CL#
Iron Tyson has managed to clinch.
A bit of stalling here from Iron Tyson.
A nice left hand lands by Iron Tyson.
Iron Tyson lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Iron Tyson tries a body shot but Monteban blocks it.
Iron Tyson throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
A short right from Iron Tyson.
Monteban goes for a takedown in the clinch but Iron Tyson prevents it. #TD2#
Monteban manages to pull guard.
Iron Tyson controls from within his opponent's guard. #T4#
Iron Tyson wants to get up but he can't break Monteban's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Iron Tyson controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Iron Tyson trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2#
Monteban escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Iron Tyson gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Iron Tyson 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.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Shogun Iron Tyson had his way with Ricardo Monteban in that round.
The cut man is working on Ricardo Monteban's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! And we move into the final round!
#R5#
Iron Tyson ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Iron Tyson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Iron Tyson avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Iron Tyson throws a hook but Monteban avoids it easily.
An inside leg kick from Monteban misses.
Iron Tyson takes one on the button.#CL#
Iron Tyson takes the fight into the clinch.
Iron Tyson lands with a right to the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Iron Tyson scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Iron Tyson doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Iron Tyson can't find room to land a body shot as Monteban controls the action.
Iron Tyson throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Montebans head.
Monteban is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Iron Tyson lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #T1#
Monteban is looking to take this one to the mat.
Iron Tyson throws a big uppercut that drops Monteban! More strikes from Iron Tyson and the referee jumps in to stop the fight! Monteban lies dazed against the cage as Iron Tyson celebrates with his cornermen!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:16 of round 5, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Shogun Iron Tyson!
Shogun Iron Tyson retains his featherweight title!
As Shogun Iron Tyson got his breath back, he grabbed the microphone and managed to blurt out the following: You just got your ass beat boy.'.

Event: Ascension - 2
Date: Aug 26, 2016

#R1#
Lopez misses with a two punch combination.
Lopez lands a head shot.
Lopez misses with a straight right.
Lopez lands a nice looking body shot.
Pedro Lopez seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lopez throws a lazy right hand but Monteban sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Monteban tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Lopez checks the leg kick.
Lopez looks to land a left hand but Monteban moved out of range nicely.
Lopez misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Monteban wants to land a leg kick but Lopez is out of range.
Lopez moves out of range as Monteban strikes.
Nice defenses there by Monteban.
Monteban getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Monteban digs a good hook to Lopez's body.
Monteban slips under a jab.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Monteban 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.
Monteban walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lopez moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Lopez throws a left and a right that both miss
and Monteban counters with an inside leg kick.
A punch lands to the side of Lopez 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Lopez misses with a straight right. #T1#
Lopez swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Lopez throws a body punch but Monteban moves out of range.
A punch combination from Lopez misses.
Monteban has a takedown stuffed.
Monteban throws a leg kick but Lopez sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Monteban has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Lopez.
Lopez throws a hook but Monteban blocks it.
Lopez misses with a hook. Monteban ducked under it nicely.
Monteban looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Lopez throws a leg kick
and Monteban counters with a stiff right hand.
Lopez throws a hook but Monteban blocks it.
Lopez steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Monteban. That one must have hurt.
Lopez on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Monteban lands a right hook to the body.
The crowd cheers as Monteban lands an impressive looking overhand right. Lopez doesn't seem phased though.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A slapping leg kick lands for Lopez.
A swing and a miss from Lopez.#T2#
Lopez lands a lovely overhand right.
Lopez just misses with a punch to the body.
Lopez moves forwards but Monteban connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Lopez misses with a hook
and Monteban counters with a left to the body.
Lopez misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Monteban.
Lopez misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Monteban.
Monteban throws a low kick but Lopez moves out of range easily.
Monteban keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Lopez.
Lopez finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Monteban lands with a cross.
Lopez throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Lopez throws a looping overhand right but Monteban ducks down to avoid it.
Monteban slips a jab from Lopez.
Lopez gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Monteban's corner calls for a 1-2. Monteban obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Lopez throws a leg kick but Monteban sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Monteban swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Lopez throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Monteban sees it coming and avoids it easily.#T3#
Nice shot lands for Monteban.
Lopez throws a lazy uppercut
and Monteban counters with a stiff right hand.
Lopez throws a leg kick but Monteban sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Monteban keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Lopez.
Monteban keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
A lazy left from Lopez finds it's target.
Monteban throws an off balance right hand
letting Lopez counter with a right hand. #CL2#
Monteban gets a clinch.
Lopez blocks an uppercut.
Lopez working aggressively here.
Monteban lands a right hand that snaps the head of Lopez backwards. #BC2#
Monteban breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Monteban throws an overhand right that lands on Lopez's shoulder, as Lopez tries to avoid the shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lopez misses the jab.
Monteban moves out of range of the strikes.
Monteban looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Monteban is looking to score with low kicks.
Lopez throws a low kick, looking for Monteban's leg but Monteban calmly moves out of range. #T4#
Monteban stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Monteban misses with a body kick.
Good leg kick by Monteban there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Lopez throws a shot from downtown. Monteban moves away and avoids it.
Nice defenses there by Monteban.
Lopez takes a swing at Monteban's ribcage but misses.
Lopez wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Lopez swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
enabling Monteban to counter with a crisp jab.
Monteban scores with a punch to the head.
Monteban avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Monteban changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Lopez throws a body punch but Monteban moves out of range.
Lopez ducks under a wild hook from Monteban.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lopez avoids the body shot from Monteban.
Monteban fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Lopez.
Lopez misses with a wild body shot.
Monteban appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Monteban tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Lopez swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Ricardo Monteban will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Lopez is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Monteban.
A little jabbing left from Monteban on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Lopez misses with a lunging right hand
and Monteban counters with a nice uppercut.
Monteban ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Lopez swings for the body but Monteban moves out of range.
Monteban let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Lopez jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
A left lands for Lopez.
Lopez takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Monteban fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lopez manages to avoid it.
Lopez ducks under a wild hook from Monteban.
Lopez connects with a right hand. Monteban shakes it off.
Monteban works over Lopez's head and body with a nice combination.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lopez throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
A jab from Monteban misses.
Monteban tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lopez was well out of range. Poor timing from Monteban.
Monteban lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Lopez misses with the combination.
Monteban slips a jab and a cross from Lopez. #T1#
Lopez throws a right hand that misses
enabling Monteban to counter with a crisp jab.
Monteban feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Lopezs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Monteban lands a nice shot to the body.
Monteban lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
A big right from Lopez misses.
Lopez's jab looks to have found its range, popping Monteban under the eye.
Monteban chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Lopez thows a left - swing and a miss!
Lopez moves out of range of the leg kick from Monteban.
Lopez is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Monteban.
Monteban dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Monteban staying out of range there.
Monteban swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lopez moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lopez connects with a good right hand that stumbles Monteban. Monteban circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
A big right from Lopez misses.
Monteban looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Pedro Lopez is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T2#
Monteban displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Lopez throws out the jab.
Monteban throws the left hand but Lopez avoids the punch easily.
Lopez throws a jab but it's blocked by Monteban.
Monteban throws a lazy right hand but Lopez sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Lopez throws a big shot that misses.
Lopez's jab looks to have found its range, popping Monteban under the eye.
Ricardo Monteban seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Lopez takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
A big right from Monteban misses.
Lopez throws a poor cross that misses
enabling Monteban to counter with a crisp jab.
Lopez attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Monteban jabs Lopez right on the nose. Lopez blinks but takes it well.
A big right from Lopez misses.
Lopez ducks under a wild hook from Monteban.#CL2#
Monteban fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Lopez, pushing him back against the cage.
Monteban is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
A short right from Monteban on the inside. #T3#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Monteban.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Monteban.
Monteban taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Lopez scores with a shot to the side of Monteban's head.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Monteban is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Monteban doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Lopez wants to break free but Monteban has control.
Monteban scores with a shot to the side of Lopez's head.
Monteban is trying to stall.
Monteban tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Lopez lands a shoulder strike.
Monteban struggles to land a body shot inside as Lopez controls his hands.
A nice left hand lands by Lopez.
Lopez scores with a hook to the body.
Lopez misses with the head strike. #T4#
Monteban makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Monteban tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Lopez avoids it.
Lopez makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Monteban digs a right hand underneath Lopez's ribcage. Lopez let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Monteban is leaning against Lopez and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lopez takes a shot to the head.
Monteban is struggling to control the position.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Monteban continues to stall. The referee tells him to work or he's going to break them up.#BC2#
Monteban manages to break the clinch.
A left lands for Monteban.
Lopez just misses with a punch to the body.
Monteban throws out a counter right but Lopez avoids it with no problem.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Monteban throws a body punch but Lopez moves out of range.
Monteban has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Monteban there as he acknowledges the shot.
Monteban slips under a jab.
A big right from Monteban misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Ricardo Monteban will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! And we move into the final round!
#R3#
The fighters circling - Lopez throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Lopez looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Lopez looks to land a left hand but Monteban moved out of range nicely.
Monteban scores with a body shot.
Monteban's jab looks to have found its range, popping Lopez under the eye.
Nice defenses there by Monteban.
A swing and a miss from Lopez.
Lopez takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Monteban's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Monteban duly obliges.
A big left from Lopez misses.
Monteban throws out a loose jab but Lopez uses good head movement to avoid it.
A little feinted left hand from Lopez on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Lopez takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Monteban uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Lopez.
Monteban uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Lopez.
Lopez throws a lazy right hand but Monteban sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nice cross by Monteban.
Monteban misses with a body shot.
Lopez misses the jab.#T1#
Monteban fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Lopez looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Lopez throws a big shot that misses.
Monteban slips a jab from Lopez.
Monteban dodges the punch combination from Lopez.
Monteban dips to his left and cracks Lopez with an uppercut!
Lopez throws a lazy right hand but Monteban sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A nice side step and Monteban releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
A punch combination from Lopez misses.
Lopez lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Lopez.
Monteban looks to throw the jab but Lopez is out of range.
Monteban takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Lopez misses the jab.
Monteban changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Monteban misses with a takedown attempt - Lopez sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Lopez on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Pedro Lopez has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A slow jab from Lopez misses its intended target.
Lopez takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Monteban throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Lopez scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Monteban tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Lopez manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Lopez takes a swing at Monteban's ribcage but misses.
Lopez throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Lopez rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Monteban counters with an outside leg kick.
Lopez lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Monteban at a distance.
Lopez throws a right and a left that Monteban avoids nicely.
A swing and a miss from Lopez.
Monteban throws a front kick that sends Lopez stumbling back into the cage.
Lopez throws a poor cross that misses
and Monteban counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CL2#
Monteban clinches up against the cage.
Ricardo Monteban seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Monteban gets through Lopez's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#T3#
Monteban is pushing Lopez up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Monteban can't find room to land a body shot as Lopez controls the action.
Monteban is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Lopez is keeping busy.
Monteban blocking some punches.
Monteban lands an uppercut.
Lopez has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Ricardo Monteban is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Lopez lands a body punch.
Lopez is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.#BC2#
Monteban breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Lopez throws a big shot that misses.
Monteban lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
A shot to the liver by Lopez. Beautiful body shot.
Monteban connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.#T4#
Monteban is trying hard to land a takedown here. Lopez sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Monteban scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Monteban walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Monteban scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Lopez throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lopez loads up on a big right hand but Monteban slips the punch.
Lopez throws out a leg kick but Monteban moves out of range and Lopez only half commits.
Lopez bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Monteban's head.
Monteban throws a nice inside leg kick.
Monteban wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Lopez throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Monteban connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A punch combination from Lopez misses.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Lopez misses with a right hand
and Monteban connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A jab from Monteban does it's job there.
Lopez misses with a straight right.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Ricardo Monteban.
Well Monteban 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 Phil Schofield scores the fight 27:30
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 27:30
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 30:28

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Ricardo Monteban!
An out of breath Ricardo Monteban thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
Pedro Lopez spoke after the fight, saying 'No vittu!'.

Event: Ascension EPL FINAL
Date: Jul 28, 2016

#R1#
Donowitz lands with a nice body kick.
Monteban gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Donowitz.
Donowitz throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Monteban works Donowitz's body with a nice hook.
Donowitz looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Donowitz misses with a lunging right hand
and Monteban counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Donowitz misses with a looping right.
Monteban lands with a shot to the body.
Monteban fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Monteban takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.#CUT#
It looks like Ricardo Monteban has been cut.
Abraham Donowitz seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Monteban throws a front kick aimed at Donowitz's knee but Donowitz avoids it well.
Donowitz swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Monteban ducks under a wild hook from Donowitz.
Donowitz pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Monteban scores with a decent looking hook.#CUT2#
It looks like Abraham Donowitz has been cut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Donowitz sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Monteban throws a leg kick but Donowitz checks it.
Monteban swings for the body but Donowitz moves out of range.
Monteban throws a body shot but no joy.
Monteban defending well as Donowitz loads up on a big left hand. #TD2#
Donowitz gets caught flat footed, as Monteban shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.#T1#
Monteban stopping the sweep attempt from Donowitz.
Monteban is looking to work some ground and pound but Donowitz has wrist control.
Donowitz is controlling Monteban's posture.
Monteban throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Donowitz works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Monteban accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Donowitz utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Monteban working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Monteban trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Donowitz not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #SUB2#
Monteban drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Donowitz manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Monteban has Donowitz in his guard.#REVR##T2#
Donowitz looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Monteban is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB2#
Monteban is looking for a triangle but Donowitz pushes his legs off easily. #T3##SUB2#
Monteban working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Donowitz doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Donowitz manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Donowitz showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Our spies down at at The Coffee Shop inform us that Monteban has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Donowitz trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Monteban manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVB#
Donowitz trying to keep a closed guard but Monteban is proving a slippery customer.
Monteban scores with a decent looking elbow strike.#T4#
Monteban stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Donowitz swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Donowitz is pulling down on Monteban's head. It's preventing any offense from Monteban, at least for the moment.
Monteban pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Donowitz is keeping the position for now.
Donowitz controlling Monteban's posture.
Monteban wants to control from the top but Donowitz keeps moving.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Monteban cracks Donowitz with a solid left hand.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ricardo Monteban dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Donowitz slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Monteban takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Monteban.
Donowitz avoids the body shot from Monteban.
Donowitz staying out of range there.
Monteban moves out of range as Donowitz throws a body kick.
Nice shot lands for Donowitz.
Monteban has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Donowitz scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Donowitz checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Donowitz throws an off balance right hand
letting Monteban counter with a right hand.
A telegraphed right hand from Donowitz misses the target.
Monteban sizes up Donowitz with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Monteban misses with a wild body shot.
Donowitz looking to land some kicks to the body here.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Monteban.
Monteban avoids the head kick by Donowitz.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Monteban scores with a slapping inside leg kick.#T1#
Donowitz throws out a loose jab but Monteban uses good head movement to avoid it.
Donowitz scores with a push kick.
Donowitz looks to score with a jab to the body but Monteban is just out of range.
Donowitz tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Monteban avoids a kick to the body.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Donowitz.
Donowitz chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Monteban can pounce on him.
Monteban moves out of range of the body kick.
Monteban swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Donowitz swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Donowitz fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Monteban on the side of the head.
Donowitz takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Donowitz.
Monteban defending well as Donowitz loads up on a big left hand.
Donowitz jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Monteban takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Donowitz jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent. #T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A thudding body kick lands there by Donowitz!
The fighters circling - Donowitz throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Nice jab there from Donowitz.
Monteban uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Donowitz.
Monteban takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Donowitz throws a push kick but Monteban slaps the foot to one side.
Donowitz uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Monteban.
Donowitz looks to land a right hand but Monteban moved out of range.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Donowitz.
A looping hook to the body misses from Donowitz. Monteban does a little dance to reset his feet.
Monteban moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Monteban is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Donowitz throws a half hearted mid kick.
Monteban feints a counter leg kick.
Monteban keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Monteban is looking to land body kicks.
Donowitz uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Monteban.#T3#
Donowitz walks into a left hand.
Monteban dives in for a single leg takedown but Donowitz sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Donowitz misses with a lunging right hand
and Monteban counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Donowitz misses with a body shot. #KD#
Donowitz lands a left and a right that send Monteban crashing to the mat, dazed. Donowitz thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!#ROC#
Monteban is rocked!
Monteban swings for the body but Donowitz moves out of range.
Monteban is still on wobbly legs! Can Donowitz finish him?
Donowitz throws a hook to the side of Monteban's head but Monteban sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Donowitz cracks Monteban with a big right hand that sees him stumbling back against the cage! Monteban falls to his knees and Donowitz doesn't need a second invitatation - he rushes in and fires off several unanswered shots that force the referee to stop the fight! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:29 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Abraham Donowitz!
A victorious Abraham Donowitz thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: EPL Semi Final
Date: Jul 20, 2016

#R1#
Monteban misses with a body shot
enabling Steroidi Jr to counter with a crisp jab.
We've been hearing reports that Monteban has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Monteban takes a swing at Steroidi Jr's ribcage but misses. #CL2#
Steroidi Jr moves into the clinch.
Steroidi Jr tries to work over Monteban's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC2#
Steroidi Jr breaks from the clinch.
A bone on bone clash there as Steroidi Jr blocks the leg kick.
Monteban lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Steroidi Jr looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Monteban fails to land the takedown.
Monteban takes one on the chin but seems OK.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Decent striking displayed by Steroidi Jr there.
That kick from Steroidi Jr tenderised Monteban's leg. Monteban is trying to keep his angry face on.
Steroidi Jr throws a right hand that misses
and Monteban makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Steroidi Jr defending well as Monteban loads up on a big left hand.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Monteban throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Steroidi Jr misses with a body kick. #T1#
Monteban misses with a body shot.
Monteban takes a swing at Steroidi Jr's ribcage but misses.
Steroidi Jr looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Monteban throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Steroidi Jr throws a leg kick
and Monteban counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Monteban fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Steroidi Jr manages to avoid it.
Steroidi Jr walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Monteban checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
An attempted straight right counter from Monteban misses the target.
Monteban is looking to wear down Steroidi Jr with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Steroidi Jr buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Steroidi Jr cracks a nice hook into Monteban's ribs.
Steroidi Jr goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Steroidi Jr swings widly with a right hand
and Monteban connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Steroidi Jr misses with a lunging right hand
and Monteban counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Steroidi Jr throws a lazy right hand but Monteban sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Monteban takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Monteban missing with a left hand there. Steroidi Jr was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Steroidi Jr loads up on a big right hand but Monteban slips the punch.#T2#
Steroidi Jr lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Steroidi Jr with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Steroidi Jr misses with a hook.
It looked like Monteban was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Steroidi Jr.
Steroidi Jr feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Monteban's calf.
Monteban tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Monteban looks to land a left hand but Steroidi Jr moved out of range nicely.
Steroidi Jr appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Steroidi Jr checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
A looping hook to the body misses from Monteban. Steroidi Jr does a little dance to reset his feet.
It seemed like Steroidi Jr was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Steroidi Jr swings for the body but Monteban moves out of range.
Monteban lands a jab to Steroidi Jr's midsection.
Steroidi Jr takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Monteban jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Steroidi Jr misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Monteban walks into a left hand. #T3#
Monteban fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Steroidi Jr.
Monteban lands a slapping body shot.
Monteban throws a chopping leg kick but Steroidi Jr manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Steroidi Jr wants to slow Monteban down by chopping away at his legs.
Monteban feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Good shot there by Steroidi Jr.
A jab from Steroidi Jr finds it's way through Monteban's defenses.
Monteban ducks under a wild hook from Steroidi Jr.
Steroidi Jr avoids a kick to the body.
Monteban bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Steroidi Jr's head backwards.
Steroidi Jr tries to score with a low kick but Monteban moves his leg out of the way.
Steroidi Jr throws a lazy right hand but Monteban sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A little feinted left hand from Monteban on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Monteban lands a nice hook to Steroidi Jr's body. Steroidi Jr takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Steroidi Jr scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Steroidi Jr misses with a looping left.
Monteban throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Steroidi Jr wants to counter with a clinch but Monteban pushes him away.
Steroidi Jr is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nice defenses there by Monteban.
Monteban throws an overhand right that lands on Steroidi Jr's shoulder, as Steroidi Jr tries to avoid the shot.
Steroidi Jr flicks out a counter leg kick but Monteban steps away.#T4#
Monteban ducks under a wild hook from Steroidi Jr.
Steroidi Jr tried to score with a low kick but Monteban checks it.
Monteban tests Steroidi Jr's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Steroidi Jr moves out of range of the strikes.
Steroidi Jr slips under a jab.
Steroidi Jr's jab looks to have found its range, popping Monteban under the eye.
Steroidi Jr misses with a hook #TD#
and Monteban counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Steroidi Jr!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Monteban has control of an arm but Steroidi Jr manages to advance to Monteban's back!
Monteban tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Steroidi Jr with the ground and pound from mount.
Steroidi Jr lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Monteban hang on?
Steroidi Jr is stalling here but it's allowed Monteban to get half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Steroidi Jr sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Monteban defending well though. #T5#
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. Steroidi Jr connects with a nice short shot to Monteban's temple.
Monteban might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Steroidi Jr thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Monteban gets full guard.#SUB#
Steroidi Jr avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #SUB#
Monteban working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Steroidi Jr doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Steroidi Jr manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Steroidi Jr scoring with punches to the head and body. #SUB#
Monteban is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! Steroidi Jr has his hands clasped together but Monteban extends and breaks Steroidi Jr's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by Monteban.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 6:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Ricardo Monteban!
After winning the bout, Ricardo Monteban thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: EPL Quarter Final
Date: Jul 13, 2016

#R1#
Zsasz on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Zsasz throws a leg kick #TD#
and Monteban counters with a takedown into side control.
Zsasz regains half guard, as Monteban was trying to land strikes.
Monteban working Zsasz over with strikes.
Monteban missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #ES2#
Zsasz manages to escape and get back to his feet!
Zsasz lands a really nice looking cross but Monteban seems unphased.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Monteban's corner calls for a 1-2. Monteban obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Victor Zsasz seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Zsasz misses with a hook.
Monteban throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Monteban dives in for a single leg takedown but Zsasz sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Zsasz.
A punch lands to the side of Monteban 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Zsasz takes a swing at Monteban's ribcage but misses.
Monteban keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Zsasz.#T1#
Monteban darts in looking for a takedown but Zsasz gets double underhooks and turns Monteban into the cage.
Zsasz lands with a kick to the temple. Monteban shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Jab by Monteban.
Monteban misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Zsasz.
Zsasz checks the leg kick.
Zsasz tried to score with a low kick but Monteban checks it.
Monteban lands with a right hand.
A solid body kick from Zsasz.
Victor Zsasz is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Zsasz jabs at Monteban's body.
Monteban moves away from the strike by Zsasz.
Zsasz fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Monteban checks it well.
Zsasz tries a low kick but Monteban avoids it.
Zsasz misses with a wild body shot.
Zsasz throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Zsasz changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
A shot to the liver by Monteban. Beautiful body shot.#T2#
Monteban bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Zsasz moves forwards but Monteban connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Monteban digs a good hook to Zsasz's body.
Zsasz uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Monteban.
Zsasz slips under a jab.
Monteban misses with a low kick.
A nice side step and Zsasz releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Zsasz uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Monteban.
Zsasz thuds a left hand into Monteban's body.
Monteban throws a leg kick but Zsasz sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Nice straight punches there by Zsasz. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Zsasz.#TD#
Monteban closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Monteban lands in his opponent's guard.
Monteban in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Monteban stops Zsasz from standing up. #T3#
Monteban wants to control from the top but Zsasz keeps moving.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Zsasz utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Zsasz pulls Monteban in close to his closed guard and prevents Monteban from doing any damage or advancing position.
Monteban lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Monteban postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Monteban loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Zsasz avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Zsasz wants to stand and escape but Monteban is having none of it.
Monteban postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Monteban stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Zsasz swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Monteban's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Monteban with a flurry of punches that miss.
Monteban working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Zsasz's head.
Zsasz managing to control the position.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Monteban postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Zsasz utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Monteban working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Monteban passes Zsasz's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Monteban thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Zsasz's head. #T5#
Zsasz is looking to control Monteban's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Zsasz avoid being mounted?
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Monteban lands a nice short elbow.
Zsasz is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Monteban throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Monteban is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Zsasz controlling the position for now.
Monteban is looking to take a break and control but Zsasz is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
Monteban is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Zsasz defends it well. #T6#
Monteban throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Monteban missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Zsasz keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Monteban prevents Zsasz from improving his position.#SUB#
Monteban is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Zsasz is trying to stand back up but Monteban is controlling him
Monteban passes the guard and advances to mount!
Zsasz tries to lock up and control but Monteban gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T7#
Zsasz is in a horrible position here, under a barrage of strikes, he's managing to avoid any damage.
Monteban sends his fist crashing into the mat - the crowd let out a collective ooooooh. Let's hope he's not broken it!
Monteban thowing strikes but they're hitting the gloves, not doing any damage.
Zsasz is in a horrible position here, under a barrage of strikes, he's managing to avoid any damage. #SUB#
Monteban moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Zsasz has worked his arm free - good work by Zsasz!
Zsasz is trying to improve his position.
Sloppy strikes there by Monteban.
Zsasz regains half guard there - taking advantage of Monteban's attempt to lay and pray for a moment. #T8#
Monteban is looking to advance position but Zsasz won't allow it.
Zsasz is pressing down on Monteban's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Zsasz working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Monteban.
Monteban throws a big right hand that misses.
Zsasz looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Monteban trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Monteban might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Zsasz 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##T9#
Zsasz is trying to control. Monteban wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Zsasz prevents Monteban from improving his position.
Zsasz takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Let's hope that Zsasz has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Zsasz wants to lay and pray for a moment but Monteban keeps working.

And that's the end of the fight!
Ricardo Monteban showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Monteban 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 1 round of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Ren Mimura scores the fight 10:9
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight 10:9
Judge Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 10:9

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ricardo Monteban!
After winning the bout, Ricardo Monteban thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
The defeated Victor Zsasz had this to say: 'Revenge is like the sweetest joy next to getting pussy so mothafucka!! i fucking demand a rematch or else get me some pussy to fuck hard.'.

Event: EPL 10 - Week 10
Date: Jul 06, 2016

#R1#
Monteban misses with an uppercut
and Dillashaw Junior counters with a straight right hand.
Monteban connects with a looping right hand.
Dillashaw Junior tries to land a body kick#TD2#
and Monteban counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Dillashaw Junior tries to get to full guard but Monteban has control of the leg.
Monteban throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Monteban throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Monteban is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Monteban missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Dillashaw Junior blocking the ground and pound attempt from Monteban. #SUB2#
Monteban is trying to work for a kimura but Dillashaw Junior is defending well.
Monteban missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #T1#
Dillashaw Junior blocking the ground and pound attempt from Monteban.
Monteban not landing any meaningful shots this time.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Monteban lands a nice short elbow.
Dillashaw Junior is staying active underneath Monteban, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Monteban drops an elbow to the side of Dillashaw Junior's head.
Monteban sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Dillashaw Junior defending well though.
Monteban is nestled in close to Dillashaw Junior, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Dillashaw Junior keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Monteban thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Dillashaw Junior's head.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Monteban throwing shots but Dillashaw Junior is blocking nicely. #SUB2#
Monteban is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #T2#
Dillashaw Junior regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Monteban.
Monteban throws a big elbow that misses.
Monteban with a flurry of punches that miss.
Monteban 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.
Monteban trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Monteban is looking to work some ground and pound but Dillashaw Junior has wrist control.
Monteban with a flurry of punches that miss.
Monteban lands a couple of elbows.#T3#
Monteban wants to control from the top but Dillashaw Junior keeps moving.
Monteban is looking to work some ground and pound but Dillashaw Junior has wrist control.
Monteban throwing strikes from guard but Dillashaw Junior blocks nicely.
Monteban works over Dillashaw Junior with some ground and pound from guard.
Monteban stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Dillashaw Junior swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Monteban trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Monteban postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Monteban has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Dillashaw Junior avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Dillashaw Junior keeping full guard, as Monteban tries to pass. #T4#
Monteban working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Dillashaw Junior's head.
Monteban throwing strikes but missing.
Dillashaw Junior being controlled here, momentarily.
Monteban postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Dillashaw Junior 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.
Dillashaw Junior keeping full guard, as Monteban tries to pass.
Monteban postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.#T5#
Monteban tries to free his leg and advance position but Dillashaw Junior is retaining full guard.
Monteban throws a strike but Dillashaw Junior rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR##SUB2#
Monteban looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB2#
Monteban working for submissions but it's allowed Dillashaw Junior to get to half guard.
Still in half guard, Dillashaw Junior seems content to control.#SUB2#
Monteban looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Monteban felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.#T6##SUB2#
Monteban looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and Dillashaw Junior pushes past his half guard into mount!
Dillashaw Junior controlling the position easily from mount.
Dillashaw Junior prevents Monteban from getting the reversal.
Monteban tries to hold on but Dillashaw Junior postures up.#T7#
Monteban is trying desperately to improve position.
Dillashaw Junior looking to control but Monteban is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Monteban working to try and regain half guard.
Dillashaw Junior wants to control the pace but Monteban is squirming around nicely. #T8#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Dillashaw Junior tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Dillashaw Junior wants to control the pace but Monteban is squirming around nicely.
Monteban tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Monteban wants to hold on but Dillashaw Junior pushes him away.
Dillashaw Junior controlling the pace for now. #T9#
Monteban is trying to escape the mount.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Dillashaw Junior takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Dillashaw Junior'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.

And that's the end of the fight!
Ricardo Monteban comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Monteban 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 1 round of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 9:10
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 9:10
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 9:10

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

Event: EPL 10 - Week 9
Date: Jun 29, 2016

#R1#
Monteban moves away from the strike by Malvo.
Monteban tried to score with a low kick but Malvo checks it.
Malvo scores with a hook.
Malvo blocks a leg kick.#CL#
Monteban instigates a clinch.
Malvo misses with the head strike.
A nice left hand lands by Malvo.
Malvo manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Malvo has a couple of punches blocked by Monteban.
Nice body punch from Malvo.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Malvo softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Malvo prevents the takedown attempt.
Monteban tries a body shot but Malvo blocks it.
Monteban is looking for a takedown.
Malvo tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T1#
A nice right hand lands inside from Malvo.
Malvo has a couple of punches blocked by Monteban.
Malvo lands a nice uppercut.
Malvo has a couple of punches blocked by Monteban.
Malvo scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Malvo lands a hook that snaps the head of Monteban backwards.
Malvo throws a punch but it's blocked by Monteban.
Malvo softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Malvo scores with a shoulder strike.
Malvo lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Monteban blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Malvo doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Malvo has a couple of punches blocked by Monteban.
Malvo lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A short right from Malvo on the inside.
A short uppercut from Malvo. #T2#
Malvo has a couple of punches blocked by Monteban.
Malvo swings wildly with an uppercut but Monteban uses good head movement to avoid it.
Monteban slowing the pace effectively.#BC#
Monteban escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Malvo.
A leg kick checked by Malvo.
Malvo throws a shot from downtown. Monteban moves away and avoids it.
Monteban shoots in for a takedown but Malvo shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ricardo Monteban. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Malvo misses with a wild body shot.
A jab from Malvo does it's job there.
Monteban throws a leg kick but Malvo sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Lorne Malvo is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Malvo takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Malvo throws out a powerful jab.#ROC2#
Monteban is rocked!
Malvo scores with a jab to the head.
Oh Monteban is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
A head kick misses from Malvo. #T3#
Monteban loads up on a big right hand but Malvo slips the punch.
Monteban seems to have got his legs back now.
A shot to the body from Monteban misses
and Malvo connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Malvo scores with a punch to the head.
Monteban blocks a head kick by Malvo. #CL2#
Malvo closes the distance and clinches.
Malvo throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Montebans head.
Monteban trying to stall but Malvo improves his position.
Malvo working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Monteban slows down the pace here.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Monteban is struggling to control the position.
Malvo misses with some punches.
Malvo has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Monteban scores with a nice hook to the head.#T4#
Malvo throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Monteban blocks it with crossed arms. #TD#
Monteban pulls guard successfully.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Monteban manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Malvo manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Monteban throwing strikes but missing.
Malvo utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #SUB#
Monteban is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Malvo is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Malvo has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB#
Malvo has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Monteban is proving hard to escape from. #T5##SUB#
Monteban has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Malvo can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Malvo is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#SUB#
Monteban is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Malvo trying to control but Monteban is working from the bottom. #T6#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB#
Malvo got a little sloppy there for a moment and Monteban has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Malvo has managed to get both his arms back between Monteban's legs - danger averted.
Malvo wants to stand but Monteban is controlling his posture from full guard.
Malvo won't allow Monteban to sweep him here. #SUB#
Monteban looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Malvo is looking to stand up but Monteban won't let him. #T7##SUB#
Monteban escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Malvo gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Monteban has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Malvo can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SU2#
Malvo stands up from Monteban's guard - Malvo perhaps looking for a knockout.
Monteban shoots in but no luck this time.
Monteban throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A telegraphed right hand from Malvo misses the target.
Monteban buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick. #T8#
Jab by Malvo.
Malvo swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Monteban swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
A big left from Malvo misses.
Malvo scoring well with a low kick there.
Malvo blocks a low kick nicely.
Malvo is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Monteban had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
Monteban lands a nice looking body shot.
Malvo lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Malvo.
Monteban's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Malvo connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Monteban scrambles back to his feet.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Malvo wants to slow Monteban down by chopping away at his legs.
Malvo lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Monteban on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Malvo throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Malvo moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Monteban misses with a hook.
Malvo looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Malvo throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Malvo keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Monteban.#T9#
Malvo staying out of range there.
A bone on bone clash there as Malvo blocks the leg kick.
Monteban misses with a body shot.
No luck for Monteban with that takedown attempt.
A looping hook to the body misses from Monteban. Malvo does a little dance to reset his feet.
Monteban swings for the body but Malvo moves out of range.
Malvo throws a looping overhand right but Monteban ducks down to avoid it.
Malvo lands a jab.
Monteban is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Malvo.
Malvo lands with a hook. Monteban tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Nice straight punches there by Malvo. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Malvo.
Malvo takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Malvo misses with a straight left.
It appears Monteban was looking to counter with a kick there.

And that's the end of the fight!
Lorne Malvo comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Malvo 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 1 round of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 9:10
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 9:10
Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 9:10

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

Event: EPL 10 - Week 8
Date: Jun 22, 2016

#R1#
Donowitz lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash. #TD2#
Donowitz gets caught flat footed, as Monteban shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Monteban lands a couple of digs.
Monteban trying to control but Donowitz is working from the bottom.
Donowitz seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.#SUB#
Donowitz is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Donowitz is pulling down on Monteban's head. It's preventing any offense from Monteban, at least for the moment.
Monteban trying to control the position from guard on top but Donowitz is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
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.
Monteban throws a strike but Donowitz rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR##SUB2#
Monteban has his foot on Donowitz's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Donowitz works his way back into a safe position though.
Monteban keeping moving, preventing Donowitz from controlling successfully. #T1#
Monteban 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.
Donowitz sitting in guard, not really doing much. #SUB2#
Donowitz avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Donowitz has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2#
Monteban looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB2#
Monteban is actively looking for submissions from his back. He's worked himself a little space on the bottom and seems to be going for a triangle. No, he's switched into an armbar! That was slick! Donowitz rolls with it to try and escape but Monteban cranks on the arm and Donowitz is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Ricardo Monteban!
Ricardo Monteban thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: EPL 10 - Week 7
Date: Jun 15, 2016

#R1##CL2#
Dekkers gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Dekkers is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Dekkers misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Monteban.
Monteban managing to block the knees to the body from Dekkers.
Monteban holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Monteban wants to take the fight to the mat but Dekkers manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
We've been informed that Dekkers 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.
Monteban lands a nice uppercut.
Dekkers gets underhooks to prevent Monteban's takedown attempt.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Monteban blocks an elbow strike.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Monteban jumps guard and drags Dekkers to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Dekkers preventing the sweep. #T1##SUB#
Monteban working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Dekkers doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Dekkers manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Dekkers postures up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Monteban is looking for a triangle here but Dekkers uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Monteban is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Dekkers's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Monteban is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Mega Gym - Capacity 35, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Dekkers looks winded!
Monteban manages to get to full guard. #T2##SUB#
Monteban working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Dekkers doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Dekkers manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Dekkers got a little sloppy there for a moment and Monteban has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Dekkers has managed to get both his arms back between Monteban's legs - danger averted.
Monteban wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB#
Monteban is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Dekkers is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Monteban is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #T3#
Monteban trying to control the position. #SUB#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Monteban looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Dekkers passes into side control.
Monteban is looking for a sweep.
A control attempt from Monteban but he's now mounted!
Monteban wants to control but Dekkers is having none of it.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Monteban manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Monteban wants to improve his position but Dekkers is controlling well.
Monteban is working hard here to advance position.#SUB#
Monteban looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Monteban looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T5##SUB#
Monteban is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Dekkers pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Monteban looking for a kimura from the bottom but Dekkers passes into side control!
Monteban is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.#T6#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Monteban wants to control the action here but instead Dekkers manages to pass to full mount!
Monteban is trying to reverse the position but instead Dekkers has taken his back - oops!
You can see the frustration on Monteban's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Monteban staying busy and making it hard for Dekkers to control.
Monteban trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Dekkers doesn't have the hooks in and Monteban manages to turn into his guard.
Monteban sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Dekkers trying to keep a closed guard but Monteban is proving a slippery customer.
Dekkers utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #T7#
Monteban advances to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dekkers is trying to maintain the position but Monteban is very close to passing his half guard.
Monteban is nestled in close to Dekkers, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Dekkers on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Monteban scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Monteban throwing shots but Dekkers is blocking nicely.
Ground and pound from Monteban.
Monteban takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Dekkers is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Monteban scores with a couple of nice shots.
Monteban lands with a punch from half guard. #T8#
Monteban seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Monteban seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Dekkers is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Monteban scores with a couple of nice shots.
Monteban working over Dekkers with some ground and pound. Dekkers looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Ground and pound from Monteban.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Dekkers is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Monteban scores with a couple of nice shots.
Dekkers has hold of Monteban's hands but Monteban slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Dekkers is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Monteban scores with a couple of nice shots.#ROC#
Dekkers is rocked!
Monteban drops an elbow to the side of Dekkers's head.
Dekkers is still in real trouble! Can Monteban finish him?
Monteban lands a big elbow from half guard. That looks like it's hurt Dekkers quite badly. Dekkers pulls Monteban in close trying to recover. Monteban postures up and lands two really hard shots that put Dekkers on queer street! The ref takes a look and decides to call an end to the fight! Possibly an early stoppage but Dekkers doesn't seem to be complaining too much.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 9:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ricardo Monteban!
Ricardo Monteban seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: EPL 10 - Week 6
Date: Jun 08, 2016

#R1#
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Jamison. Monteban shrugs it off though.
Jamison scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Jamison looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Jamison on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Jamison throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.#TD#
Jamison is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Monteban's half guard.
Jamison working over Monteban with some ground and pound. Monteban looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Monteban regains full guard. Nicely done.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Monteban is looking for a triangle but Jamison pushes his legs off easily.
Jamison working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Jamison stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Monteban swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Jamison scoring with some ground and pound.
Monteban 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.
Jamison works over Monteban with some ground and pound from guard.#T1#
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Jamison accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Jamison connects with a couple of short punches.
Jamison throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Monteban looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Jamison landing with the ground and pound.
Jamison pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Monteban is keeping the position for now.
Jamison with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Jamison trying to control the position from guard on top but Monteban is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Monteban keeping full guard, as Jamison tries to pass.
Jamison lands a couple of digs.#T2#
Jamison sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Monteban's guard.
Jamison scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Monteban is doing well to control the position and prevent Jamison from advancing to side control.
Monteban tries to roll over but Jamison keeps him under control.
Monteban 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.
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. Jamison connects with a nice short shot to Monteban's temple.
Jamison working the head and body with strikes.
Jamison working Monteban over with strikes. #SUB#
Monteban is defending against the submission attempts here by Jamison.
Jamison lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. #T3#
Jamison throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. #SUB2#
Monteban looking for submissions off his back.
Jamison is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. #SUB2#
Monteban is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Jamison pulls his head out easily.
Monteban tries to roll over but Jamison keeps him under control.
Jamison slips a nice elbow through Monteban's hands, connecting with Monteban's forehead.
Jamison is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Monteban!
Jamison putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!#T4#
Monteban working to try and regain half guard.
Jamison can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Monteban is looking to escape.
Jamison lands a couple of good shots and Monteban has given up his back, trying to escape the position!
Monteban tries to escape but Jamison has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Jamison is landing with strikes from the back.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Monteban tries to escape the position.
Monteban takes a big shot to the side of the head.
Jamison lands a shot to the body.
Jamison is landing with strikes. Monteban can't take much more of this.#SUB#
Jamison is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Monteban knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Monteban for a finish. #T5#
Jamison gets his hooks in and is throwing strikes.
Jamison softening up his opponent with strikes here.
Jamison punches Monteban on the ear.
Can Monteban hold on?! Jamison is landing more strikes to his hapless foe. #SUB#
Monteban defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Jamison's arms.
Jamison scores with a nice shot to the head of his opponent. Monteban is looking for a way out.
Can Monteban hold on?! Jamison is landing more strikes to his hapless foe.
Jamison punishes Monteban with strikes from the back mount.
Jamison is landing with strikes from the back. #T6#
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!
Monteban covers up after that shot from Jamison.
Monteban is taking damage to the body and head.
Jamison lands with a nice looking elbow that stuns Monteban.
Monteban tries to break free.
Jamison scores with punches from the back.
Jamison lands a couple of good shots to his opponent's body and a final shot to the head. Good little attack there by Jamison.
Monteban is trying to remain composed but Jamison is hammering down strikes to the side of his head.
Jamison is throwing strikes from the back here. Oh that last one was to the back of the head. Jamison gets a warning from the referee. He throws another strike to the back of the head straight away though and the referee has seen enough. He breaks up the two fighters and stands them back up. Jamison gets a real talking to here and is lucky not to get a point deducted. Jamison apologises and we restart here on the feet.
Jamison throws a body punch but Monteban moves out of range.
A jab from Jamison finds it's way through Monteban's defenses. #CL#
Jamison clinches up against the cage.
Monteban wants to take the fight to the mat but Jamison manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.#T7#
Monteban is looking to control Jamison's arms but Jamison gets an underhook and turns him. Now Monteban has his back to the cage.
Monteban wants to break the clinch but can't.
Jamison scores with a shot to the side of Monteban's head.
Jamison lands with a short shot to the head. #BC2#
Monteban pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Jamison shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Monteban pinned against the cage. Monteban gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Jamison rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Monteban counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Jamison thinking.
Monteban takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Jamison throws a hook but Monteban blocks it.
Monteban swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Jamison looks to land a body kick but Monteban moved away.
Jamison tries to land a front kick but Monteban steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
A thudding body kick lands there by Jamison!
Monteban feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Jamisons jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!#T8#
Jamison connects with a looping right hand. #TD#
Jamison throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Monteban was covering up waiting for the punch and Jamison finishes the takedown easily into guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jamison works over Monteban with some ground and pound from guard.
Jamison trying to control the position from guard on top but Monteban is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Monteban looking for a guillotine here but Jamison defends easily.
Jamison cracks Monteban with a solid left hand.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Jamison's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #T9#
Jamison is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Jamison lands a couple of digs.
Jamison with a nice head shot there.#SUB2#
Monteban working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Jamison doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Jamison manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Jamison lands a couple of elbows.
Jamison distracts Monteban with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Jamison landing with the ground and pound.
Jamison works over Monteban with some ground and pound from guard.
Jamison working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Monteban's head.
Jamison working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Jamison lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
John Jamison showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Jamison 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 1 round of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 10:9
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 10:9
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 10:9

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... John Jamison!
John Jamison decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.

Event: EPL 10 - Week 5
Date: Jun 01, 2016

#R1#
DeBramalo connects with a leg kick. Monteban looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
DeBramalo connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
DeBramalo thows a left - swing and a miss!
DeBramalo lands a jab to the head.
DeBramalo tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Monteban takes a swing at DeBramalo's ribcage but misses.
DeBramalo tries to score with a low kick but Monteban moves his leg out of the way.
Good work by Monteban as he checks the leg kick.
Monteban throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
DeBramalo misses with a hook.
Monteban feints a counter leg kick.#TD2#
Monteban feints and as DeBramalo raises his hands in defense, Monteban changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
DeBramalo lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SUB2#
Monteban isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. DeBramalo stacks Monteban on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by DeBramalo!
Monteban is trying to improve his position.#T1#
DeBramalo looks up at the clock and then as Monteban takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, DeBramalo smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Monteban is looking for a sweep.
Monteban is working to avoid the ground and pound but DeBramalo connects with a decent elbow.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Monteban prevents DeBramalo from improving position.
DeBramalo just content to control the position.
Monteban struggling a bit here.
Monteban is looking for a sweep.
DeBramalo will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#T2#
DeBramalo is looking to take a break and control but Monteban is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Monteban is looking for a sweep.
DeBramalo 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 Monteban's shoulder. That is not cool.
Monteban looking for a sweep but DeBramalo has passed into full mount! Oh no!
DeBramalo definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
DeBramalo trying to control but Monteban is having none of it.
Monteban gets back to half guard.#T3#
Monteban tries to roll over but DeBramalo keeps him under control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
DeBramalo wants to lay and pray for a moment but Monteban keeps working.
DeBramalo 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.
Monteban is looking for a sweep. DeBramalo is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB2#
Monteban actively working from the bottom here.
Monteban is trying to control but can't.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB2#
Monteban is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but DeBramalo pulls his head out easily.
DeBramalo trying to control from Monteban's half guard. Monteban has other ideas though and has regained full guard. #SUB2#
Monteban is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
DeBramalo is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Monteban keeping full guard, as DeBramalo tries to pass. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
DeBramalo tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #T5#
Monteban stuns DeBramalo with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Nice shot by Monteban.
DeBramalo throws a head kick that half lands.
DeBramalo throws out a powerful jab.
Monteban misses with a looping right.
Monteban misses with a body kick.
DeBramalo throws a lazy right hand but Monteban sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Monteban slips under a jab from DeBramalo.
Quentin DeBramalo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Monteban cracks a nice hook into DeBramalo's ribs.
Monteban fails with a takedown attempt.
Nice defenses there by DeBramalo.
DeBramalo swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Monteban counters with a lovely straight right hand!
DeBramalo lands with a good body shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Monteban ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Monteban thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on DeBramalo if he has to take too many more of those.
DeBramalo shoots in looking for a takedown. Monteban tries to sprawl out of it but DeBramalo keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Monteban manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #T6#
DeBramalo ducks under a wild hook from Monteban.
Monteban lands a nice shot that snaps DeBramalo's head back.
Sloppy strikes from Monteban. Those never looked like landing.
DeBramalo takes one on the button.
Some bone on bone action there as Monteban checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
DeBramalo wants to land a leg kick but Monteban is out of range.
Nice uppercut lands for DeBramalo. That snapped Monteban's head back.
DeBramalo is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Monteban.
DeBramalo throws a leg kick which misses Monteban's front leg but catches the back leg as Monteban tries to avoid it.
Monteban shoots in for a double leg but DeBramalo sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
DeBramalo checks the leg kick.
DeBramalo's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Monteban connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! DeBramalo scrambles back to his feet.#TD2#
Monteban drives through with a takedown into guard.
DeBramalo keeping moving, preventing Monteban from controlling successfully. #T7##SUB#
DeBramalo had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Monteban defends it easily.
DeBramalo wants to sweep here but Monteban controlling him for the moment.
DeBramalo 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#
DeBramalo working over Monteban with some ground and pound. Monteban looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Monteban wants to improve his position but DeBramalo is controlling well.
Monteban works his way to full guard. Good work.#T8#
DeBramalo wants to control from the top but Monteban keeps moving.
Monteban keeping full guard, as DeBramalo tries to pass.
DeBramalo seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
DeBramalo won't allow Monteban to sweep him here.
DeBramalo looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T9##SUB2#
Monteban is looking for a triangle here but DeBramalo uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Monteban tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but DeBramalo wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Monteban is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked DeBramalo off and has taken his back!
DeBramalo covers up after taking a massive shot to the side of the head. #SUB2#
DeBramalo is in a bad position with Monteban working for a choke. DeBramalo manages to spin nicely into guard and the danger is over for the moment.
DeBramalo tries to free his leg and advance position but Monteban is retaining full guard.

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 Quentin DeBramalo.
I think DeBramalo 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 1 round of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 9:10
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 9:10
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 10:9

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

Event: EPL 10 - Week 4
Date: May 25, 2016

#R1#
De Santo Cristo slips a jab from Monteban.
De Santo Cristo scores with a jab.
De Santo Cristo scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.#TD#
De Santo Cristo scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. #SUB2#
Monteban looking for submissions off his back.
Monteban on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. #SUB#
De Santo Cristo is trying for a kimura here. Monteban looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! De Santo Cristo wins by kimura!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:50 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Joao De Santo Cristo!
An out of breath Joao De Santo Cristo thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: EPL 10 - Week 3
Date: May 18, 2016

#R1#
Monteban misses with a body shot.
Hopkins looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Hopkins lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Monteban on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Monteban lands a head shot.
Hopkins takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Monteban misses with a body shot.
Nice takedown defense from Hopkins. No joy for Monteban on that attempt.
Monteban looks to score with a jab to the body but Hopkins is just out of range.
We've been hearing reports that Monteban has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Hopkins tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Monteban throws a shot from downtown. Hopkins moves away and avoids it.
Hopkins looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#TD#
Hopkins gets caught flat footed, as Monteban shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Monteban wants to control from the top but Hopkins keeps moving.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hopkins wants to get back to his feet but Monteban is in a dominant position and won't allow it. #T1##SUB2#
Hopkins escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Monteban gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Hopkins has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Monteban scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Hopkins is adopting a defensive guard.
Hopkins is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Monteban throws a big right hand that misses. #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.
Hopkins is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Monteban distracts Hopkins with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Monteban postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Hopkins is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Hopkins has momentary wrist control but Monteban slips an elbow through the middle.
Hopkins wants to stand up but Monteban is controlling him.
Monteban landing some decent shots from guard.
Monteban throwing strikes but missing.
Monteban might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Monteban makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Monteban trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Hopkins holds on and takes a little breather.
Hopkins not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #T3#
Monteban trying to control the position from guard on top but Hopkins is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Monteban is really struggling to control Hopkins but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Monteban makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Hopkins controls Monteban momentarily but Monteban frees himself. #SUB2#
Hopkins working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Monteban doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Monteban manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Monteban working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Monteban scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Monteban seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Hopkins is trying to control the position from the bottom. #T4#
Monteban throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Hopkins works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Monteban throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Hopkins works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Hopkins seems keen to control Monteban's posture.
Hopkins trying to control the position.
Hopkins wants to get back to his feet but Monteban is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Monteban 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.
Monteban working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Hopkins's head.
Monteban makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Monteban in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Hopkins working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Monteban. #T5#
Monteban distracts Hopkins with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Monteban works over Hopkins with some ground and pound from guard.
Monteban is in close to Hopkins's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Monteban loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Hopkins controlling Monteban's posture.
Hopkins keeping full guard, as Monteban tries to pass.
Hopkins working a defensive guard here.
Hopkins wants to stand up but Monteban is controlling him.
Monteban postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Hopkins managing to control the position. #T6#
Hopkins trying to control the position.
Monteban landing some decent shots from guard.
Hopkins utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Hopkins controlling Monteban's posture.
Monteban lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Hopkins is pulling down on Monteban's head to control his posture.
Monteban throws a big elbow that misses.
Hopkins not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Monteban throwing strikes from guard but Hopkins blocks nicely. #SUB2#
Monteban avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #T7#
Hopkins looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Monteban connects with a couple of short punches.
Hopkins is trying to control the position from the bottom. #SUB2#
Monteban is posturing up here but Hopkins has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Monteban tries to roll out but it's too tight and Monteban has to tap! Slick submission there by Hopkins!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 7:50 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Vinny Hopkins!
Post fight, an emotional Vinny Hopkins said 'Step down kid. Welcome to my show..'.

Event: EPL 10 - Week 2
Date: May 11, 2016

#R1#
Monteban connects with a crisp jab.
Keosayan throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Keosayan tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Monteban was well out of range. Poor timing from Keosayan.
A swing and a miss from Keosayan.
Keosayan lands a leg kick that knocks Monteban off balance momentarily.
Keosayan lands a body shot.
Keosayan tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Monteban connects with a nice looking jab. #TD2#
Keosayan shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Monteban napping and manages to drive through into side control!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Monteban can't do much from the bottom here.
Monteban is trying to improve his position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
You can see the frustration on Monteban's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T1#
Monteban tries to buck Keosayan off but Keosayan is having none of it.
Monteban prevents Keosayan from moving into mount.
Monteban is looking for a sweep.
You can see the frustration on Monteban's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Keosayan is looking to take a break and control but Monteban is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Monteban wants to control but Keosayan postures up.
Keosayan controls the position from side control.
Keosayan is working Monteban over with some ground and pound from side control. #T2#
Monteban is not content to let Keosayan control the position.
Monteban is trying to get back to half guard.
Keosayan tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Keosayan has knee on belly and moves into mount.
Monteban regains half guard.
Monteban is controlling Keosayan's trapped leg to prevent Keosayan from advancing to side control.#T3#
Monteban is pressing down on Keosayan's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB#
Monteban throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Keosayan trying to control but Monteban is working from the bottom.
Keosayan looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Keosayan pushes down on Monteban's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Monteban is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Keosayan scores with a couple of nice shots.#T4#
Keosayan lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Monteban has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Keosayan is working away from the top position though.
Keosayan trying to mount his opponent but Monteban defends it. #SUB#
Monteban looking for submissions off his back.
Monteban trying to control but Keosayan postures up.
Keosayan passes the guard and advances to mount!
Keosayan tries to control but Monteban wriggling away. #T5#
Monteban slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Monteban wants to control but Keosayan is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Keosayan wants to free his trapped foot but Monteban is holding on for dear life with his legs. #SUB2#
Keosayan 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.
Monteban trying to control here.
Keosayan slows the pace down in half guard. #T6#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Keosayan scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Keosayan working Monteban over with strikes.
Keosayan seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Monteban is trying to maintain the position but Keosayan is very close to passing his half guard.
Keosayan missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Monteban is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The fighters are battling for position here. Monteban manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB#
Monteban has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Keosayan can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T7#
Monteban managing to control the position.
Keosayan stays in close to Monteban's body and controls the position.
Monteban working a defensive guard but Keosayan passes into half guard.
Keosayan uses his free foot to push down on Monteban's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Monteban.
Monteban is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Monteban looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back!#SUB2#
Keosayan is persistently looking for the submission but Monteban is defending it well.
You can see the frustration on Monteban's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later. #T8#
Keosayan avoiding Monteban 's attempts to control his hands.
Monteban tries to break free.
Monteban rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done. #SUB#
Monteban looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Keosayan works his foot free and advances to mount.
Monteban wants to control but Keosayan is having none of it.
Keosayan in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas. #T9#
Keosayan trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Keosayan fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
Keosayan with the ground and pound from mount.
Keosayan sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
BOOM! Keosayan connects with a massive shot to the dome! #ROC2#
Monteban is rocked!
Keosayan landing strikes from the mount.
Keosayan lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
Oh Monteban is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Keosayan looking to control and managing it successfully.
Monteban is bucking up trying to escape but Keosayan cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
Keosayan cracks Monteban with a big head shot that has him covering up instantly! He's rolled onto his side and the referee has seen enough - this one is aaaaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 9:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Sergey Keosayan!
Sergey Keosayan seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: EPL 10 - Week 1
Date: May 04, 2016

#R1#
Lynch tries to score with a low kick but Monteban moves his leg out of the way.
Lynch throws a hook but Monteban blocks it.
Monteban attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Monteban sets himself, and Lynch steps forward looking for the clinch! Monteban avoids it this time.
A jab from Monteban finds it's way through Lynch's defenses.
Lynch misses with a hook
and Monteban counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Lynch thinking.
Lynch looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Lynch throws a jab but it's blocked by Monteban.
Monteban appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
We've been hearing reports that Monteban has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Lynch misses with a low kick.
Lynch tries to clinch up#TD#
and Monteban counters with a shoot takedown. Lynch fights it but they end up in guard.
Monteban pushes down on Lynch's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Lynch blocking the ground and pound attempt from Monteban. #SUB#
Monteban is working for a kimura but Lynch is defending it quite comfortably.
Monteban trying to mount his opponent but Lynch defends it. #T1#
Lynch trying to control but Monteban postures up.
Monteban throws a strike but Lynch avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
Monteban looking to sit in guard and control but Lynch gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Monteban trying to control the position. #SUB#
Monteban working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Lynch doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Lynch manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Monteban is trying to control the position from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
Monteban manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Lynch manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Monteban 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.
Monteban trying to control but Lynch is working from the bottom.
Monteban scoring with punches to the head and body.
Monteban throwing strikes from guard but Lynch blocks nicely.
Lynch is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Lynch not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Lynch holds on and takes a little breather.
Monteban throwing strikes from guard but Lynch blocks nicely.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Lynch seems keen to control Monteban's posture.
Lynch tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Lynch pulls Monteban in to control the position.
Monteban throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Lynch works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Monteban trying to control the position from guard on top but Lynch is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Nice defenses there by Monteban.
Monteban tried to counter with a leg kick but Lynch avoided it.
Monteban scores with a jab.
Lynch tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #T4#
Lynch lets loose with a powerful body kick. Monteban will feel that in the morning.
A swing and a miss from Lynch.
Lynch throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Monteban counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Lynch checks a leg kick.
Lynch misses with a wild body shot.
Lynch fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Monteban.
Lynch wants to clinch.
Monteban tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lynch was well out of range. Poor timing from Monteban.
Lynch throws a body punch but Monteban moves out of range. #CL#
Monteban closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Lynch stops a takedown attempt from Monteban.
Lynch misses with the head strike.
Monteban blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #T5#
Monteban is trying to pull guard but Lynch has him pressed against the cage.
Monteban wants a takedown but no success here.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ricardo Monteban. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Lynch tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Lynch has a couple of punches blocked by Monteban.
Monteban swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Monteban looking to slow down the pace here.
Lynch keeps control of Monteban as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Lynch lands a nice shot to the body.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Monteban is trying to push Lynch away but Lynch has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Monteban is looking to break free of the clinch but Lynch has double underhooks.
Lynch throws a head punch that misses.
Lynch lands with a left to the head.
Lynch misses with a short punch on the inside. #T6#
Monteban tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Monteban jumps guard but Lynch stands there with Monteban around his waist. Monteban gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Lynch.
Lynch gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Monteban. #BC2#
Lynch breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Monteban missing with a left hand there. Lynch was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Monteban ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Monteban throws a leg kick
and Lynch counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Lynch smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Monteban looks to throw the jab but Lynch is out of range.
Lynch moves into range and connects with a jab.
Cilian Lynch is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A big right from Lynch misses.
Monteban tries to land a body kick#CL2#
and Lynch counters into the clinch. Nicely done. #T7#
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Lynch creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Monteban tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Lynch lands a nice uppercut.
Lynch prevents a body shot from Monteban.
Lynch lands with a left to the head. #ROC2#
Monteban is rocked!
Monteban blocking some punches.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Lynch.
Lynch softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Oh Monteban is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Lynch tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Monteban seems to have got his legs back now.
Lynch throws a punch but it's blocked by Monteban.
Lynch lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Monteban tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Lynch smiles and moves away.
A clash of legs there as Monteban blocks the low kick.
Monteban throws a body kick that misses.
Lynch looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#KD2#
Lynch cracks Monteban with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Monteban looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Lynch finish him? #T8#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Monteban moves away from the strike by Lynch.
Monteban throwing a counter right hand but Lynch manages to avoid it.
Lynch uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Monteban.
Lynch lands a nice shot to the body.
Monteban takes a swing at Lynch's ribcage but misses.
Monteban throws a hook but Lynch avoids it easily.
Lynch throws a body shot but no joy.
Lynch pushes Monteban away with a front kick.#TD#
Monteban drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Lynch pulls Monteban in close to prevent any damage.
Monteban stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Lynch swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Lynch controls Monteban momentarily but Monteban frees himself. #T9#
Monteban lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Monteban throws a big elbow that misses.
Monteban trying to control but Lynch is working from the bottom.
Lynch is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Monteban trying to control but Lynch is working from the bottom.
Monteban looking to pass the guard.
Monteban working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.

And that's the end of the fight!
Cilian Lynch comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Lynch 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 1 round of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 9:10
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 9:10
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 9:10

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

Event: UPG 27
Date: Apr 09, 2016

#R1#
Monteban throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Paquette moves out of range of the strikes.
Monteban dives in and grabs Paquette's left leg, looking for a takedown. Paquette pushes down on Monteban's head and hops out.
Paquette waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Monteban.
Paquette throws a shot from downtown. Monteban moves away and avoids it.
Paquette ducks under a wild hook from Monteban.
Monteban takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Paquette throws a jab but it's blocked by Monteban.
Monteban throws out a loose jab but Paquette uses good head movement to avoid it.
A cross from Paquette lands.
Monteban scores with a spinning back kick!
Monteban misses with a wild body shot.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Monteban 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Monteban throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Paquette takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Paquette cracks Monteban with an open hand slap.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Monteban takes one to the side of the head.
Paquette throws a body shot but no joy.
Paquette has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.#T1#
Paquette throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Monteban sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Paquette throws a shot from downtown. Monteban moves away and avoids it.
Paquette moves out of range as Monteban throws a body kick.
Paquette waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Monteban.
Paquette throws a poor cross that misses
and Monteban counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Paquette throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Nice takedown defense from Paquette. No joy for Monteban on that attempt.
Monteban misses with a body kick.
Paquette waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Monteban.
Paquette looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Monteban ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Paquette moves away.
A chopping leg kick lands by Paquette.
Monteban displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Paquette throws out the jab.
Paquette thows a left - swing and a miss!
Paquette takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Monteban slips a straight right by Paquette.#T2#
Monteban ducks under a wild hook from Paquette.
A little jabbing left from Monteban on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Paquette takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Monteban is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Paquette.#CUT#
It looks like Ricardo Monteban has been cut.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Paquette staying out of range there.
Paquette takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Monteban throws a low kick but Paquette moves out of range easily.
Paquette throws a poor cross that misses
and Monteban counters with a straight right hand.
Paquette misses with a looping left.
Monteban throws a shot to the body.
Monteban throws a front kick aimed at Paquette's knee but Paquette avoids it well.
Odell Paquette seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Paquette misses with a few strikes there.
A cross from Monteban lands.
Paquette throws a looping overhand right but Monteban ducks down to avoid it.
Monteban uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Paquette.
Paquette jabs Monteban to the body, keeping him at a distance.#T3#
Paquette just misses with a punch to the body.
Paquette rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Monteban counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Paquette swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
It seemed like Monteban was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Monteban misses with a hook. Paquette ducked under it nicely.
Paquette is looking to counter punch.
Monteban slips a jab from Paquette.
Paquette throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Monteban.
Paquette backing away here, and Monteban unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Paquette misses with a left hand #TD2#
and Monteban counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Paquette wants to improve his position but Monteban is controlling well.
Paquette controlling the position for now.
Paquette continues to stall.
Paquette is looking to control Monteban's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Paquette avoid being mounted?#T4#
Monteban wants to lay and pray for a moment but Paquette keeps working.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Paquette is looking to control Monteban's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Paquette avoid being mounted?
Monteban seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Monteban controlling the action here.
Paquette keeping hold of Monteban's head, controlling as best he can.
Monteban passes into side control, despite Paquette's attempt to control the position.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Monteban lands an elbow.
Monteban passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Paquette!
Paquette is looking to improve his position but Monteban isn't that keen on the idea.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Ricardo Monteban will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Ricardo Monteban'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#
Sloppy strikes from Paquette. Those never looked like landing.
A thudding body kick lands there by Monteban!
Monteban takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Monteban works the jab nicely.
Odell Paquette is winning the standup battle so far.
Monteban fails with the takedown
and Paquette counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
The fight stays on the outside here - Monteban looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Monteban chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Monteban goes for a double leg but Paquette avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Paquette continues to drive forward.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Paquette misses with a looping right.
Paquette blocks a low kick nicely.
Paquette scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Monteban misses the jab.
A looping hook to the body misses from Monteban. Paquette does a little dance to reset his feet.#T1#
A big right from Paquette misses.
Monteban moves forwards but Paquette connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Odell Paquette is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Paquette pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Monteban with the counter takedown but Paquette avoids it easily.
Monteban has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Paquette.
Paquette misses the shot to the body.
Monteban misses with a straight right.
Paquette is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
A nice inside leg kick there by Paquette. That's going to slow Monteban down.
Paquette throws a shot from downtown. Monteban moves away and avoids it.
Monteban misses with a straight right.
Paquette is looking to counter punch.
Paquette lands a glancing blow to the side of Monteban's head.
Paquette looks to throw the jab but Monteban is out of range.
Monteban throws a body shot but no joy.
Paquette is looking to counter punch.
Monteban throws a half hearted mid kick.
Monteban just misses with a punch to the body.
An attempted straight right counter from Paquette misses the target.#T2#
Monteban scoring well with a low kick there.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Paquette.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Monteban throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
It looked like Paquette wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Monteban throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Monteban tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Nice jab there from Paquette.
Paquette is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Paquette misses the shot to the body.
A little jabbing left from Monteban on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Nice body kick there by Paquette.
The fighters circling - Paquette throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Monteban is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Paquette with a body shot.
Monteban throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Monteban tries to close the distance and clinch but Paquette swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Paquette connects with the punch.
Monteban wants to slow Paquette down by chopping away at his legs.
Monteban fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Monteban throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #T3#
Monteban throws a body kick that misses.
Monteban is looking to score with low kicks.
Some wild striking there from Paquette.
Paquette slips a jab from Monteban.
Monteban slips a straight right by Paquette.
Monteban appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Monteban ducks under a wild hook from Paquette.
Paquette blocks the body kick.
Monteban feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Paquette's calf.
Monteban scores with a hook to the body. Paquette takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Paquette throws a right hand that Monteban ducks under and follows up with a left that Monteban also avoids with ease.
Paquette throws a hook but Monteban avoids it easily.
Monteban showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Paquette.
Odell Paquette is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Monteban takes one to the chin there.#T4#
A swing and a miss from Monteban.
Paquette will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Paquette connects with a nice looking jab.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Paquette!
Monteban takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.#ROC#
Monteban is rocked!
Monteban wants to land a leg kick but Paquette is out of range.
It looked like Paquette was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Monteban is still on wobbly legs! Can Paquette finish him?
Monteban misses with a low kick.
Paquette appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Monteban seems to have recovered his senses.
A cross from Paquette lands.
Monteban ducks under a wild hook from Paquette.
Monteban was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Paquette keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Monteban.
An attempted straight right counter from Paquette misses the target.
Monteban lands with a kick to the temple. Paquette shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Odell Paquette dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Ricardo Monteban'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#
Paquette throws a big shot that misses.
Paquette throws a jab when Monteban was well out of range.
Paquette throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Paquette misses with a wild body shot.
Paquette lands a jab to the nose.
Paquette avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Paquette looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Paquette takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Monteban swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Monteban lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Paquette steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Monteban.
Monteban thumps Paquette with a low kick.
Paquette looks to land a right hand but Monteban moved out of range.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Monteban! But no joy.
Paquette's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Monteban connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Paquette scrambles back to his feet.
Monteban defending well as Paquette loads up on a big left hand. #T1#
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Paquette.
Paquette throws a jab when Monteban was well out of range.
Monteban changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Paquette throws the left hand but Monteban avoids the punch easily.
Paquette missing with a left hand there. Monteban was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Paquette gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Monteban.
A chopping leg kick lands by Paquette.
Paquette throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Monteban tries a low kick but Paquette avoids it.
Monteban tries to close the distance and clinch up but Paquette swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Paquette misses with a looping left.
A little jabbing left from Monteban on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Nice defenses there by Monteban.
Paquette rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Monteban counters with a left to the body.
Monteban checks a leg kick.
Paquette backing away here, and Monteban unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Paquette throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Monteban counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Paquette displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Monteban. #T2#
Monteban steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Paquette.
Paquette misses with a hook. Monteban ducked under it nicely.
Paquette is looking to slow Monteban down with leg kicks.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Paquette throws a series of punches but Monteban moves out of range.
Monteban connects with a body shot.
Paquette throws a lazy right hand but Monteban sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Monteban fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Paquette manages to avoid it.
It looked like Paquette was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Monteban.
Paquette keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Monteban.
Paquette connects with a good right hand that stumbles Monteban. Monteban circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Paquette bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
A jab from Paquette misses.
A combination from Paquette does no damage.
A nice combination there by Paquette. #T3#
Monteban throws a low kick but it's checked well by Paquette.
Monteban stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
That kick from Monteban tenderised Paquette's leg. Paquette is trying to keep his angry face on.
Monteban slips a jab and a cross from Paquette.
Paquette throws a shot to the body.
Paquette pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Monteban back to the cage. Paquette follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Monteban ducks under a wild hook from Paquette.
Monteban let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Paquette takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Paquette uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Monteban.
Monteban takes a jab right on the kisser.
Monteban jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Monteban pushes Paquette away with a front kick.
A nice combination there by Paquette.
Monteban tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Paquette manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Monteban cracks the inside of Paquette's front leg. #T4#
Monteban tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Paquette paws at him with a jab and circles away.
It looked like Paquette wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Monteban tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Paquette was well out of range. Poor timing from Monteban.
Monteban is looking to chop away at Paquette's legs.
Paquette misses with a hook.
Monteban counters with a body kick.
Monteban connects with a solid leg kick.
Paquette connects with a leg kick. Monteban looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it. #TD2#
Monteban drives through with a takedown into Paquette's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Monteban trying to control the position from guard on top but Paquette is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Paquette holds on and takes a little breather.
Monteban wants to pass the guard but Paquette is keeping the position.

And that's the end of the fight!
Odell Paquette showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Paquette 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 Wagner Zegers scores the fight 29:28
Judge Aafke Stam scores the fight 30:27
Judge Daniel Blasius scores the fight 30:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Odell Paquette!

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