Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: Syn - Heir To The Throne Final
Date: Nov 18, 2017

#R1#
Sackett throws a body kick that misses.
Tsoi avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Tsoi jabs Sackett to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Tsoi looks to score with a jab to the body but Sackett is just out of range.
Sackett only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Tsoi throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Tsoi lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Tsoi has been working on his boxing with his coaches at The Lil Wayne Gymnasium in the buildup to the fight.#TD#
Tsoi drives through with a takedown into Sackett's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Sackett is pulling down on Tsoi's head to control his posture.
Tsoi forces his way into half guard.
Sackett is looking for a sweep. Tsoi is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Sackett moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Sackett is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Tsoi slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Sackett wants to sweep here but Tsoi controlling him for the moment.
Tsoi pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Sackett is keeping the position for now.
Tsoi controls from within his opponent's guard.
Sackett trying to control the position here. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Sackett looking to hit a scissor sweep but Tsoi is one step ahead there.
Tsoi controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Sackett controlling Tsoi's posture. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Good work by Sackett as he checks the leg kick.
Sackett steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Viktor Tsoi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tsoi thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Sackett if he has to take too many more of those.
Tsoi falls off balance throwing a combination
and Sackett counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Sackett blocks the body kick.
Both fighters circling a little - Tsoi finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Tsoi lands a body shot. #T3#
Tsoi avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Tsoi blocks a jab.
A big left from Tsoi misses.
Tsoi defending well as Sackett loads up on a big left hand.
Sackett throws a low kick, looking for Tsoi's leg but Tsoi calmly moves out of range.
Sackett avoids a kick to the body.
Sackett steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Sackett chopping away at his opponent's legs.
A low kick from Tsoi misses
and Sackett counters with a low kick, right behind Tsoi 's knee.
Tsoi works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Tsoi throws a body shot but no joy.
Horrible takedown attempt by Tsoi or perhaps it was just good defense by Sackett, which made it look bad.
Some bone on bone action there as Sackett checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Tsoi blocks a leg kick.
Tsoi goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Tsoi moves out of range of the leg kick from Sackett.
Sackett misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tsoi.
Tsoi looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Sackett moves out of range as Tsoi strikes.#T4#
Sackett lands with a nice body kick.
Sackett throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Tsoi 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.
Sackett takes one to the chin there.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tsoi pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Tsoi moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Tsoi pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Sackett is looking to score with low kicks.
A slapping leg kick lands for Tsoi.
Tsoi misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Sackett.
An inside leg kick from Tsoi misses.
A slapping leg kick lands for Tsoi.
Tsoi connects with a crisp jab.
Tsoi works the jab nicely.
Sackett lands with an overhand left.
Tsoi throws a body punch but Sackett moves out of range.
Sackett fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tsoi manages to avoid it.
Nice uppercut there from Sackett.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Viktor Tsoi dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Tsoi fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Sackett manages to avoid it.
Sackett swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Tsoi thows a left - swing and a miss!
Tsoi misses with an attempted mid kick.
Tsoi takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Tsoi swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tsoi waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Sackett.
Tsoi moves out of range of the body kick from Sackett.
Sackett slips under a jab from Tsoi.
Tsoi throws a quick inside leg kick.
Tsoi throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Tsoi fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Sackett.
Sackett moves out of range of the leg kick from Tsoi.
Sackett looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Sackett blocks a jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sackett looks to score with a jab to the body but Tsoi is just out of range.
Viktor Tsoi is winning the standup battle so far.
Sackett misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tsoi.
Tsoi throws a right hand that misses
letting Sackett counter with a right hand.
That kick from Tsoi tenderised Sackett's leg. Sackett is trying to keep his angry face on.
Tsoi looks to throw a body kick
and Sackett counters with a body kick that stops Tsoi in his tracks momentarily.
Tsoi throws a hook to the side of Sackett's head but Sackett sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Sackett doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.#T1#
Tsoi throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Tsoi looks to land a body kick but Sackett moved away.
Tsoi takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Tsoi tries to clinch
and Sackett counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Sackett blocks the body kick.
Sackett takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Tsoi stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Tsoi digs a good hook to Sackett's body.
Tsoi lands a leg kick that knocks Sackett off balance momentarily.
Tsoi is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Sackett can do to turn this around?
Sackett misses the shot to the body.
An inside leg kick lands from Sackett.
Sackett scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Tsoi misses with a low kick.
Tsoi walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Tsoi lands a really nice looking cross but Sackett seems unphased.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Sackett moves out of range as Tsoi strikes.
Tsoi uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Sackett. #T2#
That kick from Sackett tenderised Tsoi's leg. Tsoi is trying to keep his angry face on.
Sackett misses the shot to the body.
Tsoi doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Sackett uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tsoi.
Tsoi throws a leg kick but Sackett sees it coming and moves out of range.
Tsoi wants to clinch up but Sackett keeps it at a distance.
Tsoi misses with a straight right.
A good leg kick by Tsoi.
Tsoi lands a nice looking kick to the body. Sackett takes a step back to recover.
Sackett finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Sackett looks to land a right hand but Tsoi moved out of range.
Tsoi throws a jab when Sackett was well out of range.
Tsoi moves out of range as Sackett throws a body kick.
A jab from Sackett misses.
Sackett uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tsoi.
Sackett gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Tsoi.
Sackett thows a left - swing and a miss!
Tsoi misses with a left hand
and Sackett counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T3#
Sackett pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Sackett jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Tsoi, right into the meat.
Tsoi throws a body shot but no joy.
A chopping leg kick lands by Tsoi.
A decent looking cross lands there for Tsoi.
Sackett lands with a shot to the body.
Sackett is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tsoi.
Sackett throws a jab but it's blocked by Tsoi.
Sackett misses with a looping left.
Tsoi throwing a counter right hand but Sackett manages to avoid it.
Sackett's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Sackett looks to score with a jab to the body but Tsoi is just out of range.
Sackett bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Tsoi's head backwards.
A slapping leg kick lands for Tsoi.
Sackett throws a low kick, looking for Tsoi's leg but Tsoi calmly moves out of range.
Sackett throws a head kick that misses.
Sackett displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tsoi throws out the jab.
Sackett connects with a right hand. Tsoi shakes it off.#T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tsoi changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Tsoi looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Sackett takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Tsoi throws a low kick but it's checked well by Sackett.
Sackett replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Tsoi blocks it well.
Tsoi lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Tsoi fails with an attempt to clinch.
Tsoi walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Sackett walks into a jab.
Tsoi takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Sackett misses with a low kick.
Sackett looks to land a combination but Tsoi avoids it well.
Sackett throws a hook but Tsoi avoids it easily.
Tsoi loads up on a big right hand but Sackett slips the punch.
A low kick from Tsoi is predictable there
and Sackett counters with a solid body kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Sackett lands with a nice body punch.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sackett. Tsoi does a little dance to reset his feet.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Sackett - that will leave a mark!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Mordecai Sackett will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R3#
Sackett misses with a jab to the body
and Tsoi counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Sackett has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Tsoi.
Tsoi cracks Sackett with a good jab.
Tsoi throws a solid leg kick but Sackett takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Tsoi.
Sackett scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
A nice inside leg kick there by Tsoi. That's going to slow Sackett down.
Tsoi misses with a wild body shot.
Tsoi connects with a body shot that sends Sackett's belly button to the back.
Tsoi throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Sackett staying out of range there.#CL#
Tsoi clinches up with Sackett and pushes him back against the cage.
A short uppercut from Tsoi.
Sackett misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Tsoi lands a shoulder strike.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sackett working aggressively here.
Tsoi fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Sackett lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. #BC2#
Sackett's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Tsoi changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Tsoi fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Sackett manages to avoid it.
Sackett looks like he wants to counter punch here.#T1#
Tsoi pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Sackett cracks Tsoi with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Sackett looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Sackett missing with a left hand there. Tsoi was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Sackett slips a jab from Tsoi.
Sackett blocks the body kick.
Tsoi blocks a head kick by Sackett.
Tsoi throws a predictable looking body shot
and Sackett makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Tsoi really felt that one!
Tsoi throws a jab but it's blocked by Sackett.
Tsoi tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Tsoi ducks under a wild hook from Sackett.
Sackett misses with an attempted mid kick.
Sackett scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Tsoi doesn't seem bothered though.
Tsoi looks to throw a body kick
and Sackett counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Sackett fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
A lazy left from Sackett finds it's target.
A nice inside leg kick there by Sackett. That's going to slow Tsoi down. #T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sackett swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Tsoi smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Sackett connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
A punch lands to the side of Tsoi 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Sackett throws a big shot that misses.
Sackett throws a head kick that misses.
Sackett misses with a low kick.
Tsoi throwing a counter right hand but Sackett manages to avoid it.
Sackett looks to score with a jab to the body but Tsoi is just out of range.
No joy there for Tsoi, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Sackett throws out a counter right but Tsoi avoids it with no problem.
A chopping leg kick lands by Sackett.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Tsoi checks a leg kick.
Tsoi misses with a shot to the body
and Sackett counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Sackett on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Sackett takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Tsoi throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Sackett only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Sackett is looking to chop away at Tsoi's legs. #T3#
Sackett uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Tsoi has time to react.
Tsoi misses with a lunging right hand
and Sackett makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Tsoi really felt that one!
Sackett blocks a leg kick.
Tsoi on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
A low kick from Sackett misses
and Tsoi counters with a nice leg kick.
Tsoi scores with a leg kick.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Sackett, right into the meat.
Tsoi throws a leg kick but Sackett sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Sackett ducks under a wild hook from Tsoi.
Tsoi defending well as Sackett loads up on a big left hand.
Sackett jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Tsoi keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Tsoi throws a lazy uppercut
and Tsoi takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Tsoi motions for Sackett to come forward. Tsoi throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Sackett misses with a wild body shot.
A solid leg kick lands there for Sackett.
Tsoi moves away from the strike by Sackett. #T4#
Tsoi lands with a right hand.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tsoi throws a push kick but Sackett slaps the foot to one side.
Tsoi is looking to clinch.
Tsoi throws a lazy right hand but Sackett sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Sackett throws a hook to the side of Tsoi's head but Tsoi sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Tsoi steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Sackett.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Tsoi, right into the meat.
Sackett staying out of range there.
Tsoi just misses with a punch to the body.
Sackett uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tsoi.
Tsoi throws a low kick but Sackett moves out of range easily.
A slow jab from Sackett misses its intended target.
Tsoi goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Tsoi.
Sackett tests Tsoi's chin there with a solid looking shot.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close third round but Mordecai Sackett just about did enough to take it.
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#
Sackett connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Tsoi misses the jab.
Sackett throws a poor cross that misses #TD#
and Tsoi counters with a takedown into side control.
Tsoi wants to lay and pray for a moment but Sackett keeps working.
Sackett prevents Tsoi from improving position.
Sackett is trying to get back to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Sackett is holding Tsoi down, trying to stall.
Tsoi trying to control the action but Sackett is working from the bottom.
You can see the frustration on Sackett's face as Tsoi controls the position.
Tsoi trying to control the action but Sackett is working from the bottom. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Sackett is trying to control Tsoi's posture but Tsoi avoids it.
Tsoi staying calm.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Sackett throws a hook but Tsoi blocks it.
Tsoi is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Tsoi blocks the body kick.
Tsoi tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Sackett manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Sackett throws out a counter right but Tsoi avoids it with no problem.
A slapping leg kick lands for Tsoi.
Sackett takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Sackett is looking to slow Tsoi down with leg kicks.
Tsoi looking to land some kicks to the body here.
A little jabbing left from Sackett on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Sackett takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section. #T3#
Tsoi 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.
Tsoi swings for the body but Sackett moves out of range.
Tsoi displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Sackett throws out the jab.
As Sackett backs away, Tsoi returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Sackett throws a low kick, looking for Tsoi's leg but Tsoi calmly moves out of range.
Tsoi misses with a looping left.
Sackett gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Tsoi tries to close the distance and clinch up but Sackett swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Sackett checks a leg kick nicely.
Tsoi lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Tsoi pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Tsoi steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Sackett.
Sackett ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tsoi moves away.
Tsoi pivots, looking for a leg kick but Sackett is out of range and Tsoi settles back down.
Tsoi throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Sackett waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tsoi.
Sackett keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #T4#
Sackett throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tsoi cracks a nice hook into Sackett's ribs.
Sackett checks a low kick from Tsoi.
Sackett fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Tsoi checks it well.
Tsoi misses with an uppercut. Sackett saw that one coming.
Sackett scores with a jab to the body.
Tsoi throws a hook but Sackett avoids it easily.
Tsoi throws a body shot but no joy.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Sackett lands a nice looking body shot.
Sackett throws a low kick, looking for Tsoi's leg but Tsoi calmly moves out of range.
Tsoi fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Tsoi swings for the body but Sackett moves out of range.
Sackett chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Sackett walks into a stiff left hand from Tsoi.
Tsoi tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Sackett was well out of range. Poor timing from Tsoi.
A nice leg kick lands there from Sackett.
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 Viktor Tsoi 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. This is the final round!
#R5#
Tsoi looks to land a left hand but Sackett moved out of range nicely.
Sackett thows a left - swing and a miss!
Nice defenses there by Tsoi.
Tsoi looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Sackett throws the left hand but Tsoi avoids the punch easily.
Sackett slips under a jab from Tsoi.
Sackett thows a left - swing and a miss!
Tsoi half committed to a counter leg kick.
Sackett tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Tsoi is able to avoid easily.
It looked like Tsoi was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Sackett.
Sackett lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Sloppy strikes from Sackett. Those never looked like landing.
Sackett misses with a body kick.
Tsoi throws a quick counter kick to the body but Sackett avoids it.
Sackett waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tsoi.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tsoi throws a hook but Sackett avoids it easily.
A swing and a miss from Sackett.
Sackett misses with a wild body shot.
Tsoi tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Sackett was well out of range. Poor timing from Tsoi.
Tsoi throws a jab but it's blocked by Sackett.
Sackett misses with a low kick.#T1#
A slow jab from Sackett misses its intended target.
A shot to the liver by Tsoi. Beautiful body shot.
The fighters circling - Tsoi throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A solid leg kick lands there for Tsoi.
Tsoi keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Sackett.
Tsoi throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Sackett 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 Tsoi has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Tsoi and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Tsoi takes a swing at Sackett's ribcage but misses.
Tsoi cracks Sackett with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Sackett tries to land a leg kick but Tsoi saw it coming and moves away.
Tsoi throws a shot from downtown. Sackett moves away and avoids it.
Sackett lands a nice leg kick that just misses Tsoi's sensitive parts.
Tsoi fails with a takedown attempt.
A nice combination there by Tsoi. #T2#
Tsoi steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Sackett.
A counter left hand to the body from Tsoi misses its target.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Tsoi, right into the meat.
Jab from Sackett.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sackett throws a low kick but Tsoi avoids it.
Sackett moves out of range as Tsoi strikes.
Sackett fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Tsoi has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Tsoi wants to land a leg kick but Sackett is out of range.
Sackett tries a quick counter leg kick but Tsoi is wise to it.
Tsoi throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Tsoi throws a body shot but no joy.
Sackett buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Sackett looking to land some kicks to the body here.
A big left from Sackett misses. #CL#
Tsoi rushes Sackett and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Sackett lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Tsoi backwards.
Tsoi misses with a shot to the kidneys.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tsoi. #T3#
Tsoi misses with a hook from the clinch.
Tsoi looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
A head punch on the inside from Tsoi fails to land.
Tsoi misses with a punch on the inside.
Tsoi prevents Sackett from breaking the clinch.
Tsoi misses with a punch on the inside.
Tsoi working aggressively here.
Sackett working aggressively here.
Sackett lands a left hand that snaps the head of Tsoi backwards.
Tsoi lands a nice uppercut.
Tsoi can't find room to land a body shot as Sackett controls the action.
Sackett presses Tsoi against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Tsoi misses with a punch on the inside.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Tsoi.
A hook to the body from Sackett.
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.
Tsoi misses with the head strike.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tsoi.
Sackett throws a punch but it's blocked by Tsoi.
Tsoi lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #T4#
Tsoi can't find room to land a body shot as Sackett controls the action.
Tsoi misses with a hook from the clinch.
Sackett cracks Tsoi with a nice body shot.
Sackett working aggressively here.
Sackett scores with a shoulder strike.
Viktor Tsoi has scored more points in the clinch so far.
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!
Sackett misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A shot in the inside from Sackett. #BC2#
Sackett escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Sackett looks to score with a jab to the body but Tsoi is just out of range.
Tsoi tries a low kick but Sackett avoids it.
Sackett missing with a left hand there. Tsoi was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Tsoi scores with a push kick.
Sackett misses with a low kick as Tsoi jumps back.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Tsoi - that will leave a mark!
Tsoi moves out of range of the leg kick from Sackett.
Tsoi feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Sackett's calf.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Sackett.
Tsoi cracks Sackett with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.

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 Viktor Tsoi.
Well Tsoi has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

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

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Viktor Tsoi!
Post fight, Viktor Tsoi stared into the camera and said 'My health isn't what it used to be. It's time that I hang em up.'.

Event: Syn - Heir To The Throne Rd 3
Date: Oct 27, 2017

#R1#
Yuudai is looking to chop away at Tsoi's legs.
A nice inside leg kick there by Yuudai. That's going to slow Tsoi down.
Tsoi looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Tsoi looks to score with a jab to the body but Yuudai is just out of range.
Tsoi gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Yuudai looks for the body kick but Tsoi saw that one coming.
Tsoi throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Yuudai throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Tsoi ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Tsoi appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Yuudai with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Tsoi is looking to slow Yuudai down with leg kicks.
Yuudai throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Tsoi takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Tsoi slips under a jab from Yuudai.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Tsoi - that will leave a mark!
Yuudai works Tsoi's body with a nice hook.
Wow, both these guys are really going for 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!
Tsoi misses with a looping right.
Yuudai throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
A chopping leg kick lands by Tsoi.
Yuudai takes a swing at Tsoi's ribcage but misses.
Yuudai cracks Tsoi with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Yuudai ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tsoi moves away.
Tsoi throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A shot to the liver by Yuudai. Beautiful body shot.#T1#
Tsoi thows a left - swing and a miss!
Tsoi avoids the body shot from Yuudai.
Yuudai tries to land a leg kick but Tsoi saw it coming and moves away.
Decent striking displayed by Tsoi there.
Tsoi bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Yuudai throws a leg kick that misses.
Tsoi tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Yuudai was well out of range. Poor timing from Tsoi.
Yuudai defending well as Tsoi loads up on a big left hand.
Yuudai swats away the attempt to clinch by Tsoi.
Tsoi misses with a low kick as Yuudai jumps back.
Tsoi tries to land a front kick but Yuudai steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Yuudai avoids the body shot from Tsoi.
Tsoi is looking to wear down Yuudai with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Tsoi doesn't manage to clinch there - Yuudai circles away.
A head kick misses from Yuudai.
An inside leg kick from Yuudai misses.
Yuudai on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Tsoi. Tsoi obviously looking to wear him down.
Tsoi will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away. #CL#
Tsoi gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Yuudai blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Yuudai lands with a light punch inside. #T2#
Yuudai lands a hook to the side of the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tsoi has a couple of punches blocked by Yuudai.
Yuudai working aggressively here.
Yuudai lands an elbow inside.
Good body shot from Yuudai.
Yuudai wants to break free but Tsoi has control.
Tsoi is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Tsoi lands with a light punch inside.
Still in the clinch, Tsoi scores with a nice short uppercut.
Nice body punch from Tsoi.
Come on Tsoi - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Tsoi scores with a shot to the side of Yuudai's head.
Tsoi cracks Yuudai with a nice body shot.
Tsoi misses with a punch on the inside.
A nice left hand lands by Tsoi.
Yuudai throws a head punch that misses.
Yuudai tries to break free but Tsoi pushes him back against the cage.
Tsoi blocks the elbow strike. #T3#
Tsoi misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Yuudai is leaning against Tsoi and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Yuudai tries a body shot but Tsoi blocks it.
Tsoi tries a body shot but Yuudai blocks it.
A head punch on the inside from Tsoi fails to land.
Tsoi lands a right hand.
Tsoi misses with a body punch.
Yuudai tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Yuudai misses with the head strike.
Yuudai blocks a body shot from Tsoi. #BC2#
Yuudai breaks from the clinch.
A slow jab from Yuudai misses its intended target.
Tsoi misses with a body shot.
Takeshi Yuudai seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Yuudai swings for the body but Tsoi moves out of range.
Tsoi tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Yuudai lands an overhand right.
Yuudai throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Tsoi stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Yuudai takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Tsoi takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Tsoi throws a jab when Yuudai was well out of range.
Tsoi is looking to score with low kicks.#T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Yuudai slips a jab from Tsoi.
Yuudai checks a low kick from Tsoi.
Yuudai tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Yuudai uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tsoi.
Yuudai tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Tsoi is looking to land body kicks.
Tsoi on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Tsoi moves out of range of the body kick from Yuudai.
Tsoi blocks a leg kick.
Tsoi throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Yuudai sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Tsoi dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Yuudai. That did some damage!
Good exchange - Yuudai coming out on top.
Tsoi throws a jab when Yuudai was well out of range.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Tsoi checks a leg kick.
Yuudai fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Tsoi.
Tsoi gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Yuudai.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tsoi scores with a hook to the body. Yuudai takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Yuudai connects with an inside leg kick.
A solid leg kick lands there for Yuudai.
Yuudai fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Tsoi has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Tsoi throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Takeshi Yuudai 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##TD#
Tsoi gets a takedown into half guard.
Yuudai keeping hold of Tsoi's head, controlling as best he can.
Tsoi is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Yuudai reverses the position - he's now on top in Tsoi's guard. #SUB#
Yuudai avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tsoi is trying to control the position from the bottom. #T1#
Yuudai trying to control but Tsoi is working from the bottom.
Yuudai is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Tsoi has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Yuudai trying to control but Tsoi is working from the bottom.
Tsoi seems keen to control Yuudai's posture.
Yuudai must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Yuudai wants to control from the top but Tsoi keeps moving.
Yuudai trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Tsoi keeping moving, preventing Yuudai from controlling successfully.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.#SUB#
Yuudai has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing Tsoi to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! Yuudai is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - Tsoi pulls down on the head and he's put Yuudai to sleep! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Viktor Tsoi!
In his post fight interview, Viktor Tsoi gave a big smile as he said 'Louie, don't mess with those sliders last second maaaan!'.

Event: Syn 548 - Institutionalized
Date: Oct 14, 2017

#R1#
Tsoi keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Jong Guk.
Jong Guk throws the left hand but Tsoi avoids the punch easily.
Jong Guk just misses with a punch to the body.
Tsoi slips a straight right by Jong Guk.
Jong Guk throws a lazy right hand but Tsoi sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Jong Guk avoids a kick to the body.
Jong Guk dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Tsoi. That did some damage!
A leg kick checked by Tsoi.
Jong Guk tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tsoi was well out of range. Poor timing from Jong Guk.
Jong Guk lands a right hook to the body.
Jong Guk misses with a kick to the body.
Tsoi throws a body kick that misses.
Tsoi throws a hook but Jong Guk avoids it easily.
Jong Guk tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Jong Guk looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Tsoi throws a low kick but it's checked well by Jong Guk.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tsoi slips a straight right by Jong Guk.
Tsoi misses with a kick to the body.
Good work by Jong Guk as he checks the leg kick.
Tsoi lands with a shot to the body.
Jong Guk throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Jong Guk throws a predictable looking body shot
and Tsoi cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Tsoi walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Jong Guk checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tsoi will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away. #T1#
Tsoi swings for the body but Jong Guk moves out of range.
Jong Guk seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Tsoi 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.
Jong Guk misses with a body shot.
Tsoi closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Jong Guk throws a body punch but Tsoi moves out of range.
Jong Guk is looking to wear down Tsoi with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Jong Guk with a nice cross.
Jong Guk lands with a right hand.
Tsoi throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Jong Guk is looking to counter the offense by Tsoi and move into the clinch.
Jong Guk looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Jong Guk throws a leg kick but Tsoi sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Tsoi is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Jong Guk displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tsoi throws out the jab.
Jong Guk throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tsoi was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Tsoi fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Tsoi checks a leg kick.
Jong Guk throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tsoi comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tsoi avoids the body shot from Jong Guk.
Tsoi throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Jong Guk on the side of the head.
Jong Guk misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tsoi.
A punch lands to the side of Tsoi 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Tsoi throws the left hand but Jong Guk avoids the punch easily.
Tsoi connects with a body shot.#T2#
Jong Guk lands with a thumping leg kick.
Jong Guk throws a low kick, looking for Tsoi's leg but Tsoi calmly moves out of range.
Tsoi just misses with a punch to the body.
Tsoi is looking to land body kicks.
Tsoi works Jong Guk's body with a nice hook.
Tsoi lands a jab to Jong Guk's midsection.
A telegraphed right hand from Tsoi misses the target. #CL2#
Tsoi drives through and clinches with Jong Guk against the cage.
Tsoi tries to work over Jong Guk's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Jong Guk tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Jong Guk tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tsoi's elbow. #TD2#
Tsoi pulls guard effortlessly.
Jong Guk is fighting to break Tsoi's control of his arms but Tsoi is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Jong Guk has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Tsoi is proving hard to escape from.
Jong Guk not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #T3#
Tsoi has his hands on Jong Guk's head, controlling the position.
Jong Guk wants to stand but Tsoi has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
Tsoi managing to control the position.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Tsoi's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Jong Guk swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tsoi throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Jong Guk checks a leg kick.
A leg kick checked by Tsoi.
Jong Guk uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tsoi.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Jong Guk 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 Tsoi has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Tsoi and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.#CL2#
Tsoi gets a clinch. #T4#
A head punch on the inside from Tsoi fails to land.
Jong Guk tries to throw a body punch but Tsoi avoids it by throwing Jong Guk back against the cage.
Tsoi lands with a right to the head. #BC2#
Tsoi's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Jong Guk with a nice cross.
Jong Guk waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tsoi.
Jong Guk uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tsoi.
Jong Guk takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Jong Guk wants to slow Tsoi down by chopping away at his legs.
Tsoi throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kim Jong Guk seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jab, jab by Tsoi - just one landing.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Jong Guk with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Tsoi blocks the body kick.
Jong Guk slips a straight right by Tsoi.
Tsoi tries to work over Jong Guk's front leg with a kick but Jong Guk checks it.
Jong Guk half committed to a counter leg kick.
Tsoi throws a half hearted mid kick.
Good work by Tsoi as he checks the leg kick.
Jong Guk scoring well with a low kick there.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Tsoi.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Jong Guk waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tsoi.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Viktor Tsoi dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
A low kick from Jong Guk is predictable there
and Tsoi counters with an outside leg kick.
Jong Guk misses with a body shot.
Jong Guk takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK. #TD2#
Tsoi closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Jong Guk's guard.
Tsoi prevents Jong Guk from getting back to his feet.
Tsoi slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Tsoi is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Jong Guk will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
More stalling from Tsoi.
Jong Guk is pushing Tsoi's head away, looking to escape. Tsoi manages to hold on to the position though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tsoi trying to control the action but Jong Guk is working from the bottom.
Tsoi tries to move to mount but Jong Guk blocks the move with his legs. #T1#
Tsoi is looking to take a break and control but Jong Guk is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Jong Guk seems a little lost for a moment, as Tsoi dominates the positioning.
Tsoi cracks Jong Guk with a big right hand but Jong Guk just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Jong Guk is trying to get back to his feet.
Jong Guk trying desperately to get back to his feet here but he's not having any joy at all. He's going to tire himself out if he's not careful.
Jong Guk trying to remain calm as Tsoi controls from the top position.
Jong Guk manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!#SU#
Jong Guk decides to return to a standing position.
Tsoi misses with an uppercut.
Tsoi swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Tsoi misses with a straight right.
Jong Guk scores with a leg kick.
Tsoi throws a body kick that misses.
Tsoi moves out of range of the strikes.#T2#
Tsoi stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Jong Guk.
A looping hook to the body misses from Jong Guk. Tsoi does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tsoi is looking to clinch but Jong Guk is avoiding it.
Jong Guk keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tsoi.
Jong Guk looks to score with a jab to the body but Tsoi is just out of range.
Jong Guk drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Jong Guk swings for the body but Tsoi moves out of range.
Tsoi wants to counter the offense by Jong Guk and move into the clinch position.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tsoi throws a leg kick which misses Jong Guk's front leg but catches the back leg as Jong Guk tries to avoid it.
Jong Guk uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tsoi.
Jong Guk tries to counter by clinching up but Tsoi breaks away and moves out of range.
Jong Guk motions for Tsoi to come forward. Jong Guk throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Jong Guk connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Tsoi momentarily.
Tsoi shoots in and drives through. Jong Guk sprawls well.
Jong Guk fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tsoi manages to avoid it.
Jong Guk throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tsoi sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Tsoi lands with a thumping leg kick.
Tsoi blocks a leg kick.
Jong Guk lands a body shot.
Jong Guk just misses with a punch to the body.
Tsoi uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Jong Guk.
Jong Guk walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Tsoi checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side. #T3#
Jong Guk tests Tsoi's chin there with a solid looking shot.
An inside leg kick lands from Jong Guk.
Tsoi pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Tsoi misses with a looping left.
Jong Guk throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Jong Guk blocks a leg kick.
Jong Guk is looking to counter with a body kick.
Tsoi is looking to score with low kicks.
Jong Guk throws a low kick but it's checked well by Tsoi.
Jong Guk lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Tsoi at a distance.
Jong Guk tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tsoi was well out of range. Poor timing from Jong Guk.
Jong Guk connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Tsoi misses with a looping left.
Tsoi's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Jong Guk 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.
Jong Guk moves out of range of the body kick.
Jong Guk throws a push kick but Tsoi slaps the foot to one side.
Tsoi misses with a looping right.
Tsoi throws a body shot but no joy.
Jong Guk throws a body shot but no joy.
Tsoi cracks a nice hook into Jong Guk's ribs.
Viktor Tsoi seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T4#
Jong Guk with a nice cross.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Some bone on bone action there as Jong Guk checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Jong Guk slips a straight right by Tsoi.
A nice inside leg kick there by Tsoi. That's going to slow Jong Guk down.
Tsoi tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Jong Guk manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
The crowd cheers as Jong Guk lands an impressive looking overhand right. Tsoi doesn't seem phased though.
Tsoi finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Tsoi walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Tsoi swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Tsoi keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tsoi tries to score with a low kick but Jong Guk moves his leg out of the way.
Tsoi throws a shot from downtown. Jong Guk moves away and avoids it.
Jong Guk is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Jong Guk just misses with a punch to the body.
Tsoi 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.
An inside leg kick lands from Jong Guk.
Jong Guk throws out a leg kick but Tsoi moves out of range and Jong Guk only half commits.
Tsoi checks a leg kick nicely.
Jong Guk ducks under a wild hook from Tsoi.
Tsoi tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jong Guk was well out of range. Poor timing from Tsoi.
Tsoi fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Kim Jong Guk will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R3#
Tsoi avoids the body shot from Jong Guk.
Tsoi misses with a body kick.
The step up in weight doesn't seem to be a problem for Tsoi. He's performing admirably here against the bigger man.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Tsoi 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 Jong Guk has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Jong Guk and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Jong Guk throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jong Guk uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tsoi.
It looked like Jong Guk wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Tsoi throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Tsoi blocks a leg kick.
Tsoi keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Jong Guk.
Tsoi throws a wild body kick that Jong Guk sees coming a mile off.
As Tsoi tries to get set, Jong Guk tries to push him back and clinch up but Tsoi manages to avoid the attempt.
Tsoi tries to land a front kick but Jong Guk steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Jong Guk swings for the body but Tsoi moves out of range.
Jong Guk throws a body kick that misses.
Jong Guk checks the leg kick nicely there.
Tsoi slips under a jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tsoi tries to score with a low kick but Jong Guk moves his leg out of the way.
Jong Guk doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Tsoi defending well as Jong Guk loads up on a big left hand.
Jong Guk moves out of range of the body kick.
Jong Guk looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Tsoi turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.#T1#
Tsoi throws a push kick but Jong Guk slaps the foot to one side.
Jong Guk throws a body shot but no joy.
Jong Guk is looking to chop away at Tsoi's legs.
Tsoi with the counter takedown but Jong Guk avoids it easily.
A looping hook to the body misses from Jong Guk. Tsoi does a little dance to reset his feet.
Jong Guk thumps Tsoi with a low kick.
Tsoi takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Tsoi waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Jong Guk.
Tsoi looks to score with a jab to the body but Jong Guk is just out of range.
A big left from Tsoi misses.
A big left from Jong Guk misses.
Jong Guk takes a body punch but keeps moving.
A good leg kick by Tsoi.
Tsoi throws out a loose jab but Jong Guk uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tsoi fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Jong Guk scores with a hook to the body. Tsoi takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Jong Guk on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Tsoi scores with a hook to the body. Jong Guk takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jong Guk gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Tsoi looks to land a left hand but Jong Guk moved out of range nicely.
Jong Guk wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.#T2#
Tsoi catches Jong Guk with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Tsoi keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Jong Guk missing with a left hand there. Tsoi was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Jong Guk moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Jong Guk misses with a jab to the body
and Tsoi counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Crunch! Tsoi slams his shin into Jong Guk's torso.
Jong Guk throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Tsoi moves out of range as Jong Guk throws a body kick.
Tsoi with a nice cross.
Jong Guk moves out of range as Tsoi strikes.
Tsoi on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Tsoi throws a leg kick but Jong Guk sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Tsoi pushes Jong Guk away with a front kick.
Jong Guk throws a leg kick but Tsoi sees it coming and checks it nicely.
A jab from Jong Guk misses.
A left lands for Jong Guk.
Jong Guk throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jong Guk connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Tsoi is looking to slow Jong Guk down with leg kicks. #T3#
Jong Guk throws a series of punches but Tsoi moves out of range.
Tsoi ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Tsoi attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Tsoi scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Tsoi checks the leg kick nicely there.
Jong Guk tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
A shot to the liver by Tsoi. Beautiful body shot.
Tsoi avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Tsoi ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Tsoi throws a hook but Jong Guk avoids it easily.
Jong Guk bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Tsoi's head.
That kick from Jong Guk tenderised Tsoi's leg. Tsoi is trying to keep his angry face on.
Tsoi scores with a crisp jab that stopped Jong Guk in his tracks.
Tsoi moves out of range as Jong Guk strikes.
Tsoi is looking for the big counter here.
Tsoi tries to clinch up.
Tsoi throws the kick towards the body but Jong Guk avoids it.
Jong Guk gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Tsoi.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Tsoi. Jong Guk shrugs it off though.
A bone on bone clash there as Tsoi blocks the leg kick. #T4#
Tsoi fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
A big right from Tsoi misses.
An inside leg kick from Tsoi misses.
Tsoi feints and then cracks Jong Guk's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Jong Guk down.
Jong Guk waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tsoi.
Jong Guk throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Jong Guk closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Jong Guk throws a chopping leg kick but Tsoi manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Tsoi throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Jong Guk moves out of range of the body kick.
A nice leg kick lands there from Tsoi.
Tsoi scores with a spinning back kick!
Jong Guk avoids a kick to the body.
Tsoi blocks a jab.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tsoi uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Jong Guk.
Tsoi looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Tsoi tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jong Guk was well out of range. Poor timing from Tsoi.
Tsoi wants to slow Jong Guk down by chopping away at his legs.
Jong Guk connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Viktor Tsoi really dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R4#
Tsoi throws the left hand but Jong Guk avoids the punch easily.
Jong Guk misses with a looping right.
Tsoi looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Tsoi jabs Jong Guk to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Jong Guk is looking to chop away at Tsoi's legs.
Jong Guk scores with a kick to the body.
Jong Guk throws a solid leg kick but Tsoi takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Jong Guk.
Jong Guk tries to score with a low kick but Tsoi moves his leg out of the way.
Tsoi will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Jong Guk throws a leg kick that misses.
Tsoi misses with a wild body shot.
Tsoi misses with a kick to the body.
Jong Guk just misses with a punch to the body.
Jab, jab by Tsoi - just one landing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tsoi swings for the body but Jong Guk moves out of range.
Jong Guk motions for Tsoi to come forward. Jong Guk throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Jab by Tsoi.
Jong Guk throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tsoi misses the jab.
A cross from Tsoi lands.#T1#
A lazy left from Tsoi finds it's target.
Jong Guk loads up on a big right hand but Tsoi slips the punch.
Tsoi scores with a body shot.
Good work by Tsoi as he checks the leg kick.
Jong Guk works Tsoi's body with a nice hook.
Jong Guk connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Tsoi takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
That kick from Jong Guk tenderised Tsoi's leg. Tsoi is trying to keep his angry face on.
Jong Guk swats away the attempt to clinch by Tsoi.
Tsoi misses with an uppercut.
It looked like Jong Guk wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Jong Guk will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Tsoi throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
A head kick misses from Tsoi.
Jong Guk connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Jong Guk's corner calls for a 1-2. Jong Guk obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Jong Guk throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tsoi with a hook.
Tsoi digs a good body shot into Jong Guk's ribs.
Tsoi goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. #T2#
Jong Guk throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Jong Guk takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Tsoi misses with a wild body shot.
Tsoi swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Jong Guk throws a jab when Tsoi was well out of range.
Jong Guk moves out of range of the body kick.
Jong Guk misses with a hook. Tsoi ducked under it nicely.
Jong Guk looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Tsoi moves out of range as Jong Guk throws a body kick.
Jong Guk looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Tsoi connects with a looping right hand.
Tsoi takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tsoi. Jong Guk does a little dance to reset his feet.
Jong Guk listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Tsoi is looking to chop away at Jong Guk's legs.
Jong Guk misses with a hook.
Tsoi lands a right hook to the body.
Jong Guk misses with a low kick.
Jong Guk with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Jong Guk throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range. #T3#
Tsoi swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Jong Guk walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Tsoi moves out of range of the strikes.
Tsoi connects with an inside leg kick.
Jong Guk uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tsoi.
Tsoi slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Tsoi throws a nice inside leg kick.
Tsoi throws a body punch but Jong Guk moves out of range.
Tsoi misses with a low kick.
Tsoi scores with a nice right hand.
Tsoi misses with a hook.
Jong Guk misses with a low kick.
Jong Guk throws a body shot but no joy.
Tsoi avoids the body shot from Jong Guk.
Tsoi is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Tsoi avoids the body shot from Jong Guk.
Jong Guk is looking to chop away at Tsoi's legs.
Tsoi throws a wild body kick that Jong Guk sees coming a mile off.
Jong Guk tried to counter with a leg kick but Tsoi avoided it.#T4#
Jong Guk jabs at Tsoi's body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jong Guk swings away with a body shot that misses
and Tsoi counters with a thumping low kick.
Jong Guk throws a low kick but Tsoi moves out of range easily.
Tsoi defending well as Jong Guk loads up on a big left hand.
Jong Guk tries to work over Tsoi's front leg with a kick but Tsoi checks it.
Jong Guk scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Tsoi displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Jong Guk throws out the jab.
Tsoi connects with a jab.
Jong Guk walks into a left hand.
A clash of legs there as Jong Guk blocks the low kick.
Jong Guk looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Jong Guk throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Tsoi paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Tsoi looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Tsoi connects with a looping right hand.
Jong Guk throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Tsoi on the side of the head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tsoi lands a front kick.
Jong Guk with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Tsoi ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Viktor Tsoi dominated that fourth 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. This is the final round!
#R5#
Tsoi throws the left hand but Jong Guk avoids the punch easily.
Jong Guk feints and then cracks Tsoi's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Tsoi down.
Tsoi throws a hook but Jong Guk blocks it.
Jong Guk throws a body punch but Tsoi moves out of range.
Tsoi moves away from the strike by Jong Guk.
Jong Guk misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tsoi.
Tsoi let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Tsoi lands a nice hook to Jong Guk's body. Jong Guk takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Jong Guk misses the shot to the body.
Tsoi moves forwards but Jong Guk connects with a nice, crisp jab.
A lazy left from Jong Guk finds it's target.
Jong Guk finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Tsoi misses with a hook. Jong Guk ducked under it nicely.
Jong Guk appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Tsoi takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tsoi lands a nice shot that snaps Jong Guk's head back.
Tsoi misses with a body kick.
Tsoi avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Tsoi misses with a body shot.
Jong Guk half committed to a counter leg kick.
Jong Guk throws a body shot but no joy.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Jong Guk 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 Tsoi has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Tsoi and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.#T1#
Jong Guk moves forwards but Tsoi connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Tsoi on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Jong Guk 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 Tsoi has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Tsoi and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Tsoi wants to slow Jong Guk down by chopping away at his legs.
Jong Guk motions for Tsoi to come forward. Jong Guk throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Tsoi lands with a thumping leg kick.
Jong Guk throws a solid leg kick but Tsoi takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Jong Guk.
Jong Guk uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tsoi.
Tsoi misses with an uppercut.
Jong Guk just misses with a punch to the body.
Good leg kick by Tsoi there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Tsoi will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Jong Guk checks a leg kick.
Jong Guk misses with a body kick.
Jong Guk scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Jong Guk thumps Tsoi with a low kick.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Tsoi checks a leg kick.
Jong Guk delivers a nice body kick.
Viktor Tsoi is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Jong Guk scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Jong Guk throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Tsoi tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Jong Guk stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Tsoi.
Kim Jong Guk has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Jong Guk takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Jong Guk fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tsoi manages to avoid it.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Tsoi! But no joy.
Tsoi tries to land a front kick but Jong Guk steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Tsoi lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Tsoi slips under a jab.
Tsoi misses with a straight right.
Tsoi looks to throw the jab but Jong Guk is out of range.
A slow jab from Tsoi misses its intended target.
Jong Guk loads up on a big right hand but Tsoi slips the punch.
Jong Guk uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Tsoi has time to react.
Tsoi throws a jab but it's blocked by Jong Guk.
Tsoi scores with a nice right hand.
Tsoi misses with a wild body shot.
A leg kick checked by Jong Guk.#T3#
Jong Guk connects with the punch.
Tsoi misses the shot to the body.
Jong Guk lands with a good body shot.
Tsoi throws a leg kick but Jong Guk moved away.
Jong Guk is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tsoi.
Jong Guk misses with a body shot
and Tsoi counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Jong Guk takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Tsoi throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tsoi connects with a good right hand that stumbles Jong Guk. Jong Guk circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Jong Guk misses the shot to the body.
Jong Guk takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Tsoi throws the kick towards the body but Jong Guk avoids it.
Jong Guk misses with a body shot.
Tsoi feints and then cracks Jong Guk's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Jong Guk down.
Jong Guk dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Jong Guk throws a leg kick but Tsoi sees it coming and moves out of range.
Jong Guk throws a leg kick but Tsoi checks it.
Tsoi takes one to the chin there.#T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A looping hook to the body misses from Tsoi. Jong Guk does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tsoi throws a big shot that misses.
Jong Guk attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Jong Guk misses the shot to the body.
Jong Guk misses with a hook.
Jong Guk is looking to slow Tsoi down with leg kicks.
Jong Guk misses the shot to the body.
Jab from Jong Guk.
Jong Guk takes a swing at Tsoi's ribcage but misses.
Jong Guk has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Tsoi.
Jong Guk misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tsoi.
A nice inside leg kick there by Jong Guk. That's going to slow Tsoi down.
Jong Guk just misses with a punch to the body.
Jong Guk gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Tsoi tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Both fighters circling a little - Tsoi finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Jong Guk stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Tsoi.
Tsoi avoids the body shot from Jong Guk.
Jong Guk throws a leg kick but Tsoi checks it.

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 Kim Jong Guk.
Well Tsoi 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 Richard Clark scores the fight 47:48
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 47:48
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 47:48

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Viktor Tsoi!
Viktor Tsoi looked relieved post fight as he said the following; 'Im on my last contract before retiring. I've achieved what's out there to achieve.'.
The defeated Kim Jong Guk had this to say: 'Well, moving to 155 I guess unless I get my rematch........For now. Props to the New Champ, it was a tough fight for both of us.'.

Event: Syn 546 - Apex
Date: Sep 29, 2017

#R1#
Tsoi throws out a loose jab but Keenan uses good head movement to avoid it.
A good leg kick by Tsoi.
Keenan misses with a wild combination.
Tsoi throws a leg kick
and Keenan counters with a head kick.
Viktor Tsoi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tsoi fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Tsoi punishes Keenan's body with a nice straight punch.
Tsoi lands a head shot.
Tsoi has been working on his boxing with his coaches at The Lil Wayne Gymnasium in the buildup to the fight.
Tsoi throws a leg kick but Keenan checks it.
Keenan tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Tsoi looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Keenan blocks the body kick.
Keenan takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#TD#
Tsoi closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Keenan's guard.
Keenan keeping full guard, as Tsoi tries to pass. #T1#
Keenan is controlling Tsoi's posture.
Keenan being controlled here, momentarily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Keenan pulls Tsoi in close to prevent any damage. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Tsoi is stalling in the full guard. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Keenan takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Tsoi catches Keenan with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Tsoi blocks a low kick nicely.
Keenan chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Tsoi can pounce on him.
The fighters circle momentarily. Tsoi darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Keenan misses with a wild body shot.
Tsoi blocks the body kick.
Tsoi misses the shot to the body.
Keenan uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tsoi.
Tsoi lands with a hook. Keenan tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. #T3#
Tsoi throws a low kick but Keenan moves out of range easily.
Tsoi buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
An inside leg kick lands from Tsoi.
Tsoi with a jab.
Tsoi tries to land a front kick but Keenan steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Jab by Tsoi.
Tsoi feints and then cracks Keenan's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Keenan down.
Tsoi throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tsoi staying out of range there.
Tsoi scores with a nice right hand.
Keenan throws a body shot but no joy.
Tsoi thinks about countering with a body kick.
Tsoi tries to clinch but Keenan is having none of it.
Tsoi throws a hook but Keenan blocks it.
Keenan scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Tsoi misses with a leg kick
and Keenan counters with a stiff right hand.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Keenan misses with a wild body shot.
Tsoi thows a left - swing and a miss! #T4#
A big right from Tsoi misses.
Tsoi lands a jab to the head.
Tsoi looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Tsoi lands with an overhand left.
Keenan throws a jab when Tsoi was well out of range.
Keenan checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
And Keenan responds with a good body kick, but Tsoi manages to step out the way in time.
Keenan thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Tsoi if he has to take too many more of those.
Tsoi connects with a nice looking jab.
Keenan pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Tsoi is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
A solid leg kick lands there for Tsoi.
Keenan uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tsoi.
Keenan checks the leg kick nicely there.
Keenan throws out a leg kick but Tsoi moves out of range and Keenan only half commits.
Tsoi lands a leg kick that knocks Keenan off balance momentarily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Viktor Tsoi dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
That kick from Keenan tenderised Tsoi's leg. Tsoi is trying to keep his angry face on.
A nice inside leg kick there by Keenan. That's going to slow Tsoi down.
Tsoi misses with a body kick.
No luck for Tsoi with that takedown attempt.
Tsoi throws a solid leg kick but Keenan takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Tsoi.
Tsoi is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Keenan can do to turn this around?
Tsoi connects with a leg kick. Keenan looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Tsoi avoids the body shot from Keenan.
Tsoi throws a nice outside leg kick.
Keenan lands with a hook. Tsoi tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Tsoi is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Keenan.
Keenan misses with a body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Keenan misses with the body kick
letting Tsoi counter with a right hand.
Tsoi digs a good body shot into Keenan's ribs.#CL#
Tsoi forces Keenan back against the cage and clinches.
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 head punch blocked on the inside by Keenan.
Keenan lands with a short shot to the head.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Keenan blocks a punch to the side of the head. #T1#
Tsoi throws a punch but it's blocked by Keenan. #BC2#
Keenan breaks the clinch.
Tsoi lands a nice looking body kick.
Keenan's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Tsoi cracks Keenan with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Viktor Tsoi is winning the standup battle so far.
Keenan throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Tsoi is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Keenan.
Tsoi buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Keenan wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Keenan moves out of range of the body kick.
Keenan looks to throw a body kick
and Tsoi counters with a stiff right hand.
Keenan misses with a body kick. #CL#
Tsoi moves into the clinch successfully.
Tsoi lands a nice shot to the body.
A shot in the inside from Tsoi.
Tsoi lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Keenan lands a shoulder strike.
Keenan blocks a punch to the side of the head. #BC2#
Keenan's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Tsoi doesn't manage to clinch there - Keenan circles away. #T2#
Tsoi cracks Keenan with a good jab.
Tsoi finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Keenan flicks out a counter leg kick but Tsoi steps away.#TD#
Tsoi scores with a takedown into Keenan's guard.
Tsoi's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Keenan controlling Tsoi's posture.
Tsoi 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. #T3#
Tsoi advances position into side control!
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
The ground and pound from Tsoi seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Keenan struggling a bit here.
A lull in the action here as Tsoi stalls from top position.
Tsoi throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Tsoi wants to lay and pray for a moment but Keenan keeps working.
Keenan is letting Tsoi control him for a moment.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Keenan checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Keenan throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Tsoi throws a big shot that misses.#CL#
Tsoi moves into the clinch.
Keenan is trying to force a seperation but Tsoi has the dominant position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Viktor Tsoi dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R3#
Keenan throws a leg kick
and Tsoi counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Keenan keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tsoi thuds a left hand into Keenan's body.
Keenan throws a hook but Tsoi avoids it easily.
Tsoi takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders. #TD#
Tsoi fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Keenan sprawls well initially but Tsoi persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Tsoi throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Tsoi wants to control but Keenan is keeping him busy.
Tsoi stalling.
Tsoi wants to lay and pray for a moment but Keenan keeps working. #T1#
Tsoi is taking a breather. Keenan says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Keenan is trying is best to control the position here. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Tsoi fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Keenan takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Keenan attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
A chopping leg kick lands by Keenan.
Tsoi ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Keenan takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Tsoi wants to slow Keenan down by chopping away at his legs.
Tsoi lands a nice looking kick to the body. Keenan takes a step back to recover.
Keenan throws a sloppy head kick and Tsoi moves out of range easily. #T2#
Tsoi with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Tsoi throws a jab when Keenan was well out of range.
Keenan pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Tsoi takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Tsoi tests Keenan's chin there with a solid looking shot.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tsoi lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
A low kick from Tsoi is predictable there
and Tsoi takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Tsoi misses with a looping left.
Tsoi slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Keenan misses with a straight right.
Tsoi comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Tsoi throws a good cross that connects.
Tsoi tries to land a front kick but Keenan steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Keenan throws a body shot but no joy. #T3#
Tsoi lands a jab to the head.
Tsoi turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Tsoi misses with a straight right.
Keenan scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Tsoi wants to clinch
and Keenan counters with a nice uppercut.
Keenan slips under a jab.
Keenan now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Keenan throws a body shot but no joy.
Keenan slips under a jab.
Keenan on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Tsoi swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
An inside leg kick from Tsoi misses.
Tsoi is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Keenan.
Tsoi misses with a left hand
and Keenan makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
A bone on bone clash there as Keenan blocks the leg kick. #T4#
A swing and a miss from Tsoi.
Tsoi tries to clinch there but Keenan circles away.
Keenan has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Tsoi misses with a low kick.
Keenan tries a quick counter leg kick but Tsoi is wise to it.
Keenan has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Keenan is looking to chop away at Tsoi's legs.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Tsoi.
Keenan tries a quick counter leg kick but Tsoi is wise to it.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tsoi moves forwards but Keenan connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Tsoi moves out of range of the body kick from Keenan.
Keenan swings for the body but Tsoi moves out of range.
Keenan on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Tsoi cracks a nice hook into Keenan's ribs.
Keenan 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.
Tsoi is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Tsoi throws a low kick but it's checked well by Keenan.
Keenan looks to throw the jab but Tsoi is out of range.
Tsoi chopping away at his opponent's legs.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Viktor Tsoi clearly takes that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R4#
Tsoi throws a leg kick but Keenan checks it.
Keenan getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Tsoi shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Tsoi punishes Keenan's body with a nice straight punch.
Tsoi throws a leg kick which misses Keenan's front leg but catches the back leg as Keenan tries to avoid it.
Tsoi checks the leg kick.
Tsoi jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Tsoi throws a front kick that sends Keenan stumbling back into the cage.
Tsoi lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Keenan at a distance.
Keenan thuds a left hand into Tsoi's body.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Tsoi, right into the meat.
Tsoi misses with a straight right.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tsoi thows a body kick. Keenan tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Tsoi lands with a cross.
Tsoi tried to score with a low kick but Keenan checks it.
Keenan doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
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!
Tsoi with a jab.
Keenan scores with a kick to the body. #T1#
Keenan chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Keenan misses with a looping right.
Keenan looks to score with a jab to the body but Tsoi is just out of range.
Keenan moves out of range of the strikes.
Keenan ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Keenan looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Tsoi looks to throw the jab but Keenan is out of range.
Nice defenses there by Keenan.
Keenan thows a leg kick but Tsoi checks it
and Tsoi connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Tsoi uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Keenan.
Keenan looks to land a right hand but Tsoi moved out of range.
Nice jab there from Tsoi.
Keenan is looking to land body kicks.
Tsoi misses with a wild body shot.
A jab from Tsoi misses.
Tsoi lands with a thumping leg kick. #T2#
Keenan throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A good leg kick by Tsoi.
Tsoi thuds a left hand into Keenan's body.
Tsoi wants to land a leg kick but Keenan is out of range.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tsoi lands a really nice looking cross but Keenan seems unphased.
Both fighters circling a little - Keenan finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Keenan throws a lazy head kick #TD#
and Tsoi counters with a single leg into guard. Keenan didn't expect that.
Keenan looking for a sweep. Not yet Keenan, not yet.
Keenan is trying to control the position but Tsoi postures up.
Tsoi slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Tsoi takes a little break here. Keenan wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.#T3#
Keenan is looking to regain half guard here but Tsoi keeps moving and retains side control.
A lull in the action here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Keenan is not content to let Tsoi control the position.
Tsoi moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
You can see the frustration on Keenan's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Viktor Tsoi had his way with Gareth Keenan in that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R5#
Keenan lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Keenan avoids a kick to the body.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Tsoi, right into the meat.
Good leg kick by Tsoi there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Keenan lands with a straight right. Tsoi didn't see that one coming.
Keenan throws out a loose jab but Tsoi uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tsoi is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Keenan.
Tsoi thuds a left hand into Keenan's body.
Tsoi misses with a hook. Keenan ducked under it nicely.
Keenan let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Tsoi is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Keenan.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Keenan ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
The fighters circling - Keenan throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Keenan fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Tsoi throws a body kick that misses. #T1#
Tsoi fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Keenan.
Keenan takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Keenan connects with a leg kick. Tsoi looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Tsoi throws a shot to the body.
Tsoi misses with a low kick.
Tsoi tries to clinch up.
Keenan is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tsoi.
Tsoi with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Keenan takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Tsoi throws a half hearted mid kick.
Keenan avoids the body shot from Tsoi.
Keenan 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.
Tsoi throws a leg kick which misses Keenan's front leg but catches the back leg as Keenan tries to avoid it.
Keenan swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tsoi misses with a wild body shot.
Viktor Tsoi is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Keenan connects with a single shot there.
Keenan throws a hook to the side of Tsoi's head but Tsoi sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Keenan looks to land a body kick but Tsoi moved away.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nice shot lands for Keenan.
Tsoi with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Tsoi swings for the body but Keenan moves out of range.
Keenan throws a sloppy head kick and Tsoi moves out of range easily.
A quick step to the side and Tsoi tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Keenan has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Tsoi finds it's way round the side to connect with Keenan's head.
Tsoi scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Keenan doesn't seem bothered though.
Keenan on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Tsoi. Tsoi obviously looking to wear him down.
Tsoi looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Tsoi fails with an attempt to clinch.
Tsoi stuns Keenan with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Keenan connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Keenan throws a low kick, looking for Tsoi's leg but Tsoi calmly moves out of range. #T3#
Keenan takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Tsoi keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Keenan.
Keenan takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Keenan doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Tsoi thumps Keenan with a low kick.
Tsoi connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
A decent looking cross lands there for Tsoi.
The crowd cheers as Tsoi lands an impressive looking overhand right. Keenan doesn't seem phased though.
Keenan misses with a body shot.
Keenan moves out of range as Tsoi strikes.
Tsoi throws a front kick aimed at Keenan's knee but Keenan avoids it well.
Keenan let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Tsoi throws a leg kick but Keenan checks it.
Tsoi ducks under a wild hook from Keenan.
Keenan misses the shot to the body. #T4#
Keenan connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Tsoi gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Keenan counters with a straight right hand.
Gareth Keenan has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Keenan fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Tsoi chopping away at his opponent's legs.
A big right from Keenan misses.
Tsoi lands a slapping body shot.
Keenan misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tsoi.
Tsoi fires out a quick counter leg kick but Keenan just manages to avoid it.
Keenan loads up on a big right hand but Tsoi slips the punch.
Keenan misses with a body shot.
Tsoi checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Keenan misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tsoi.
Tsoi fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Keenan has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Tsoi fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Keenan is out of range.
Keenan walks into a straight right hand from Tsoi.
Tsoi's corner calls for a 1-2. Tsoi obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.

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

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

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Viktor Tsoi!
In his post fight interview, Viktor Tsoi gave a big smile as he said 'Im on my last contract before retiring. I've achieved what's out there to achieve.'.

Event: Syn 543 - Empower
Date: Sep 08, 2017

#R1#
A nice inside leg kick there by Tsoi. That's going to slow Donowitz down.
Donowitz moves out of range of the body kick.
Donowitz appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Donowitz on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Tsoi. Tsoi obviously looking to wear him down.
Donowitz tries to land a leg kick but Tsoi saw it coming and moves away.
Tsoi misses with a looping right.
Donowitz is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.
Donowitz looks to land a left hand but Tsoi moved out of range nicely.
Viktor Tsoi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tsoi throws out a loose jab but Donowitz uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tsoi takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
A slapping leg kick lands for Tsoi.
Donowitz sizes up Tsoi with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Donowitz goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Tsoi with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Donowitz to score with a decent uppercut.
Donowitz throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Tsoi misses with a straight right.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tsoi looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Tsoi throws a leg kick #TD2#
and Donowitz counters with a nice double leg into guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Donowitz throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Tsoi works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Donowitz trying to control the position from guard on top but Tsoi is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1##SUB#
Tsoi is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Donowitz defends well.
Donowitz throwing strikes from guard but Tsoi blocks nicely.
Tsoi keeping full guard, as Donowitz tries to pass.
Donowitz throwing strikes from guard but Tsoi blocks nicely.
Tsoi is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Donowitz showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #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.
Tsoi is pulling down on Donowitz's head to control his posture.
Donowitz looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Tsoi misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Donowitz connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Good leg kick by Donowitz there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Tsoi scores with a nice body kick.
Tsoi lands with a nice body punch.
Tsoi displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Donowitz throws out the jab.
Donowitz darts in looking for a takedown but Tsoi gets double underhooks and turns Donowitz into the cage.
Tsoi thuds his right hand into Donowitz's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Donowitz takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section. #T3#
Donowitz throws a front kick aimed at Tsoi's knee but Tsoi avoids it well.
Donowitz thuds his right hand into Tsoi's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Tsoi connects with a solid leg kick.
Tsoi feints and then cracks Donowitz's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Donowitz down.
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.
Donowitz tries a low kick but Tsoi avoids it.
Donowitz misses with a wild body shot.
Tsoi rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Donowitz counters with an outside leg kick.
Tsoi changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Tsoi thumps Donowitz with a low kick.
Donowitz connects with a looping right hand.
Donowitz takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Nice defenses there by Donowitz.
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!
Tsoi throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Donowitz on the side of the head.
Donowitz shoots in and drives through. Tsoi sprawls well.
Donowitz goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Tsoi lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.#T4#
Donowitz loads up on a big right hand but Tsoi slips the punch.
Tsoi throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Donowitz sees it coming and avoids it easily.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Donowitz! But no joy.
Tsoi moves out of range as Donowitz strikes.
Tsoi throws a nice inside leg kick.
Tsoi keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Donowitz ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Donowitz misses with an uppercut.
Tsoi throws a front kick that sends Donowitz stumbling back into the cage.
Tsoi ducks under a wild hook from Donowitz.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Donowitz checks a leg kick.
Donowitz throws out a counter right but Tsoi avoids it with no problem.
Donowitz's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Tsoi lands a slapping body shot.
Donowitz throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tsoi cracks Donowitz with a good jab.
Tsoi lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Donowitz throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Tsoi lands the left hand.
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 Viktor Tsoi will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Tsoi clobbers Donowitz with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Viktor Tsoi is winning the standup battle so far.
Donowitz swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Nice uppercut there from Donowitz.
A good leg kick by Tsoi.
Tsoi throws a front kick that sends Donowitz stumbling back into the cage.
Donowitz throws a right hand that misses
and Tsoi counters with a nice leg kick.
Donowitz slaps away a takedown attempt from Tsoi, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Tsoi buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Tsoi swings away with a body shot that misses
and Donowitz counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Tsoi fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Donowitz looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Nice cross by Donowitz.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Donowitz catches Tsoi with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Tsoi misses the jab.
Tsoi has been working on his balance at Boyz II Men, so perhaps that has help him stuff some of the takedown attempts by Donowitz.
Tsoi connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
A solid leg kick lands there for Tsoi. #T1#
Tsoi connects with a leg kick. Donowitz looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Donowitz slips a straight right by Tsoi.
Tsoi thuds a left hand into Donowitz's body.
Tsoi scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Donowitz throws a hook but Tsoi avoids it easily.
And Tsoi counters with a quick kick to the body but Donowitz blocks it.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Tsoi.
Donowitz waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tsoi.
Donowitz throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Nice shot lands for Tsoi.
Tsoi throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Donowitz uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tsoi.
Tsoi connects with a right hand. Donowitz shakes it off.
Tsoi connects with an inside leg kick.
Donowitz lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tsoi buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Donowitz moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.#T2#
Donowitz swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Donowitz rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Tsoi counters with a nice leg kick.
Donowitz uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tsoi.
Donowitz walks forward, straight into a front kick from Tsoi.
Tsoi uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Donowitz.
Donowitz has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Tsoi.
Tsoi uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Donowitz.
Donowitz throws the kick towards the body but Tsoi avoids it.
Tsoi fails with a takedown attempt.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Donowitz! But no joy.
Horrible takedown attempt by Donowitz or perhaps it was just good defense by Tsoi, which made it look bad.
Tsoi checks a low kick from Donowitz.
Donowitz has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Tsoi.
Donowitz waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tsoi.
Tsoi is looking to counter with a body kick.
Donowitz looks for the body kick but Tsoi saw that one coming.
Tsoi appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Donowitz misses with a hook.#T3#
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Donowitz checks a leg kick.
Donowitz tries to score with a low kick but Tsoi moves his leg out of the way.
A bone on bone clash there as Donowitz blocks the leg kick.
It seemed like Donowitz was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
A telegraphed right hand from Donowitz misses the target.
A jab from Tsoi misses.
A little jabbing left from Donowitz on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Donowitz with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Tsoi to score with a decent uppercut.
Tsoi moves into range and connects with a jab.
A good leg kick by Donowitz.
Tsoi misses the body punch
and Donowitz counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A slow jab from Tsoi misses its intended target.
Tsoi scores with a nice strike.
Tsoi tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Donowitz was well out of range. Poor timing from Tsoi.
It seemed like Donowitz was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Donowitz lands a front kick.
Tsoi misses with a looping right.
A swing and a miss from Tsoi.
Tsoi throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #T4#
Tsoi moves away from the strike by Donowitz.
Tsoi swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A swing and a miss from Donowitz.
Sloppy strikes from Donowitz. Those never looked like landing.
A looping hook to the body misses from Donowitz. Tsoi does a little dance to reset his feet.
Donowitz has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Tsoi.
Tsoi lands with a right hand.
Donowitz fails to land the takedown.
Donowitz misses the jab.
Tsoi takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Donowitz walks into a stiff left hand from Tsoi.
Donowitz throws a looping overhand right but Tsoi ducks down to avoid it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tsoi misses with a looping right.
Tsoi throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Donowitz throws a lazy right hand but Tsoi sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Donowitz lands a lovely overhand right.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Viktor Tsoi dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R3#
Tsoi checks a leg kick.
Tsoi throws a leg kick which misses Donowitz's front leg but catches the back leg as Donowitz tries to avoid it.
Tsoi lands a nice looking kick to the body. Donowitz takes a step back to recover.
Donowitz takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Tsoi darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Donowitz takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Tsoi wants to land a leg kick but Donowitz is out of range.
Tsoi misses the jab.
The crowd cheers as Tsoi lands an impressive looking overhand right. Donowitz doesn't seem phased though.#TD2#
Donowitz closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Tsoi did well to prevent Donowitz getting side control.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Donowitz takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Tsoi is looking to control Donowitz's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Tsoi avoid being mounted?
Tsoi is holding on to half guard well.#T1#
Donowitz is trying to control the action in half guard but Tsoi is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Tsoi trying to control here.
Tsoi is trying is best to control the position here.
Tsoi trying to control but Donowitz postures up.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Donowitz moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Tsoi checks a low kick from Donowitz.#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.
Tsoi takes one to the chin there.
Donowitz stuns Tsoi with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Tsoi has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Donowitz.
Donowitz scores with a nice right hand.
Donowitz misses with a low kick.
Tsoi scores with a leg kick.
Donowitz comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Tsoi throws a front kick that sends Donowitz stumbling back into the cage.
Tsoi throws a nice inside leg kick.
Donowitz goes for a double leg but Tsoi avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Tsoi continues to drive forward.
Donowitz lands a jab to Tsoi's midsection.
Tsoi takes a swing at Donowitz's ribcage but misses.
Tsoi tests Donowitz's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Tsoi lands a nice shot to the body.
Tsoi lands with a straight right. Donowitz didn't see that one coming.#T3#
Tsoi scores with a leg kick.
Tsoi defending well as Donowitz loads up on a big left hand.
Tsoi throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Donowitz sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Tsoi fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Donowitz.
Donowitz takes a swing at Tsoi's ribcage but misses.
Tsoi is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Donowitz throws a low kick but Tsoi moves out of range easily.
Donowitz has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Tsoi wants to clinch.
Tsoi misses with a looping left.
Donowitz swings away with a body shot that misses
and Tsoi cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#TD2#
Donowitz shoots in and bounces Tsoi off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Donowitz trying to control the position from guard on top but Tsoi is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T4#
Tsoi trying to control the position here.
Tsoi not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Donowitz must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Tsoi has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Donowitz doesn't defend quickly enough and Tsoi has managed to lock this one up! Can Donowitz escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Tsoi on a fantastic submission victory.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Viktor Tsoi!
Viktor Tsoi retains his featherweight title!
Viktor Tsoi looked relieved post fight as he said the following; 'Im on my last contract before retiring. I've achieved what's out there to achieve.'.
The defeated Abraham Donowitz had this to say: 'Wolf nerfed my stats before the Cilian Lynch fight.'.

Event: Syn 540 - Vociferous
Date: Aug 18, 2017

#R1#
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Donowitz.
Donowitz throws a jab but it's blocked by Tsoi.
A little jabbing left from Tsoi on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Donowitz waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tsoi.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Tsoi ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Donowitz moves away.
Donowitz has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Convicted Fight Club in the buildup to the fight.
A leg kick checked by Donowitz.
Tsoi lands a lovely overhand right.
Donowitz slips a straight right by Tsoi.
Donowitz swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Tsoi thuds a left hand into Donowitz's body.
Donowitz 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.
Donowitz 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.
Tsoi looks to land a right hand but Donowitz moved out of range.
Donowitz misses with a right hand
and Tsoi counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Donowitz thinking.
Donowitz scores with a nice right hand.
Tsoi misses with a wild body shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Donowitz misses the shot to the body.
Tsoi checks a low kick from Donowitz.#CL2#
Tsoi closes the distance and pushes Donowitz back into the cage.
Tsoi tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Tsoi lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Donowitz backwards.
Tsoi working aggressively here.
Tsoi misses with a punch on the inside.
Tsoi is trying to stall. #T1#
Donowitz has a couple of punches blocked by Tsoi.
Tsoi blocking some punches.
Tsoi tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Donowitz's elbow.
Donowitz takes a shot to the head.
Donowitz pushes Tsoi back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Tsoi swings wildly with an uppercut but Donowitz uses good head movement to avoid it.
Donowitz lands a left hand that snaps the head of Tsoi backwards.
Donowitz lands a hook to the side of the head.
Donowitz misses with the head strike.
Donowitz misses with some punches.
Tsoi digs a right hand underneath Donowitz's ribcage. Donowitz let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Tsoi tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A left hand lands to the body for Tsoi.
Donowitz is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Donowitz.
A short right from Donowitz on the inside.
Nice body punch from Tsoi - that landed with a thud.
Tsoi has Donowitz pushed against the cage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Donowitz lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Tsoi backwards. #T2#
Donowitz swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tsoi tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Donowitz is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Tsoi pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Donowitz blocks a body shot from Tsoi.
Tsoi tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Donowitz blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tsoi fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Donowitz doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Donowitz goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Donowitz lands an uppercut.
Tsoi is leaning against Donowitz and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Tsoi softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Tsoi fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A right hook to the body lands for Tsoi.
Donowitz lands a nice uppercut.
Tsoi lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A hook to the body from Donowitz.
Tsoi has a couple of punches blocked by Donowitz. #T3#
A head punch on the inside from Donowitz fails to land.
Tsoi is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Good body shot from Donowitz.
Tsoi is pushing Donowitz up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Donowitz struggles to land a body shot inside as Tsoi controls his hands.
Tsoi lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Tsoi working aggressively here.
Donowitz cracks Tsoi with a nice body shot.
A head punch on the inside from Tsoi fails to land.
Tsoi prevents a body shot from Donowitz.
A short left from Tsoi.
Tsoi blocking some punches.
Still in the clinch, Tsoi scores with a nice short uppercut.
Donowitz misses with a punch to the body.
Tsoi lands a left hand that snaps the head of Donowitz backwards.
A head punch on the inside from Donowitz fails to land.
Donowitz gets through Tsoi's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#T4#
Donowitz blocking some punches.
Tsoi goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Tsoi stops a takedown attempt from Donowitz.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Abraham Donowitz. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Donowitz tries to work over Tsoi's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Donowitz scores with an uppercut up the middle.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tsoi blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Donowitz misses with a body punch.
Tsoi gets through Donowitz's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Donowitz.
Donowitz blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Donowitz blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tsoi struggles to land a body shot inside as Donowitz controls his hands.
Donowitz tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Tsoi misses with the head strike.
Tsoi stalls.
Come on Tsoi - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Tsoi misses with a hook from the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Viktor Tsoi dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Tsoi checks a leg kick.
Tsoi listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Tsoi scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Tsoi misses with a wild body shot.
Donowitz shoots in but Tsoi avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Donowitz lands with a straight right. Tsoi didn't see that one coming.
Decent striking displayed by Donowitz there.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Tsoi.
Donowitz works Tsoi's body with a nice hook.
Tsoi throws a chopping leg kick but Donowitz manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Donowitz is looking to counter punch.
Viktor Tsoi seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Donowitz is looking to slow Tsoi down with leg kicks.
Donowitz swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tsoi is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Donowitz.
Donowitz scores with a nice body kick.
Tsoi steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Donowitz.
Tsoi takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Donowitz takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Donowitz ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tsoi moves away.#T1#
Tsoi throws the left hand but Donowitz avoids the punch easily.
Tsoi lands a jab.
Donowitz misses with a wild body shot.
Donowitz misses with a leg kick
and Tsoi counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Donowitz uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tsoi.
Donowitz connects with a jab.
A telegraphed right hand from Tsoi misses the target.
Donowitz throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Donowitz jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Donowitz blocks a jab.
Tsoi lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Tsoi gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Donowitz throws a body shot but no joy.
Tsoi takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Donowitz throws out a leg kick but Tsoi moves out of range and Donowitz only half commits.
Donowitz takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Donowitz moves out of range of the strikes.
Tsoi misses with a hook. Donowitz ducked under it nicely.
Tsoi looks to land a right hand but Donowitz moved out of range.
Donowitz stuns Tsoi with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.#T2#
Tsoi scores with a shot to the body.
Tsoi avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Tsoi pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Tsoi attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Tsoi doesn't manage to clinch there - Donowitz circles away.
Donowitz throws a shot from downtown. Tsoi moves away and avoids it.#TD#
Donowitz drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Donowitz is fighting to break Tsoi's control of his arms but Tsoi is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Tsoi looking to control.
Tsoi trying to control the position here.
Tsoi not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #T3#
Tsoi seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Donowitz trying to control the position from guard on top but Tsoi is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Tsoi managing to control the position. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Tsoi throws out a loose jab but Donowitz uses good head movement to avoid it.
Donowitz tries to score with a low kick but Tsoi moves his leg out of the way.
Tsoi swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Donowitz lands a slapping body shot.
Donowitz lands the left hand.
Tsoi looks for the body kick but Donowitz saw that one coming.
Tsoi tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Donowitz is able to avoid easily.
Donowitz uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tsoi.
Donowitz checks a low kick from Tsoi.
Tsoi misses with a shot to the body
and Tsoi takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T4#
Tsoi thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Donowitz if he has to take too many more of those.
Tsoi staying out of range there.
Donowitz missing with a left hand there. Tsoi was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Donowitz throws a shot from downtown. Tsoi moves away and avoids it.
Donowitz throws a lazy right hand but Tsoi sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Nice straight punches there by Donowitz. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Donowitz.
A clash of legs there as Tsoi blocks the low kick.
Tsoi connects with the punch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tsoi throws a nice inside leg kick.
Donowitz missing with a left hand there. Tsoi was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Tsoi swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Tsoi slips a jab from Donowitz.#TD2#
Tsoi fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Donowitz to the ground. Tsoi is now in Donowitz's guard.
Donowitz keeping full guard, as Tsoi tries to pass.
Tsoi 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.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tsoi wants to pass the guard but Donowitz is keeping the position.
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 Abraham Donowitz 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.
#R3#
Tsoi fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Tsoi 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.
Tsoi connects with a crisp jab.
Tsoi throws a low kick but Donowitz avoids it.
Tsoi lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Tsoi throws a leg kick but Donowitz checks it.
Donowitz scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Tsoi lunges at Donowitz with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Donowitz's hand.
Donowitz looks to throw a body kick
and Tsoi makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Tsoi tries to land a leg kick but Donowitz saw it coming and moves away.
Tsoi digs a good hook to Donowitz's body.
Donowitz thuds a left hand into Tsoi's body.
Donowitz takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Tsoi throws an overhand right that lands on Donowitz's shoulder, as Donowitz tries to avoid the shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tsoi tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Donowitz was well out of range. Poor timing from Tsoi.
Tsoi connects with a nice looking jab.
A big left from Donowitz misses.
Donowitz steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tsoi.#T1#
Tsoi throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Tsoi slips a jab from Donowitz.
Donowitz walks forward, straight into a front kick from Tsoi.
Tsoi shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Donowitz lands a lovely overhand right.
Donowitz throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Donowitz throws a hook to the side of Tsoi's head but Tsoi sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Tsoi throws a jab when Donowitz was well out of range.
Good exchange - Tsoi coming out on top.
Tsoi avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Tsoi on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Donowitz throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Tsoi bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Donowitz's head backwards.
Donowitz throws a quick inside leg kick.
Donowitz dips to his left and cracks Tsoi with an 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!
Tsoi throws out a leg kick but Donowitz moves out of range and Tsoi only half commits.
Tsoi moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Tsoi jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Tsoi moves away from the strike by Donowitz.
Donowitz sets himself, and Tsoi steps forward looking for the clinch! Donowitz avoids it this time.#T2#
Donowitz looks to score with a jab to the body but Tsoi is just out of range.
Tsoi tried to score with a low kick but Donowitz checks it.
Tsoi scores with a jab.
Tsoi slips a jab from Donowitz.
Donowitz wants to land a leg kick but Tsoi is out of range.
A jab from Tsoi does it's job there.
Tsoi throws a solid leg kick but Donowitz takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Tsoi.
Donowitz appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Tsoi has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Donowitz.
Tsoi lands a nice looking body shot.
Tsoi throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tsoi blocks a jab.
Tsoi misses with a right hand
and Donowitz connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Donowitz throws a low kick, looking for Tsoi's leg but Tsoi calmly moves out of range.
Tsoi throws a body kick that misses.
Tsoi tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Donowitz was well out of range. Poor timing from Tsoi.
Donowitz throws the left hand but Tsoi avoids the punch easily.
Tsoi moves out of range as Donowitz strikes.
A telegraphed right hand from Tsoi misses the target. #T3#
Tsoi throws a wild body kick that Donowitz sees coming a mile off.
Donowitz throwing a counter right hand but Tsoi manages to avoid it.
Donowitz takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Donowitz attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Tsoi lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Donowitz punishes Tsoi's body with a nice straight punch.
Tsoi checks a low kick from Donowitz.
Donowitz moves forwards but Tsoi connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Tsoi lands a jab.
Donowitz throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Tsoi misses with a body shot.
Donowitz scores with a push kick.
Tsoi throws a shot to the body.
Tsoi ducks under a wild hook from Donowitz.
Tsoi lands an overhand right.
A good leg kick by Tsoi.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tsoi ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Donowitz moves away.
Tsoi ducks under a wild hook from Donowitz.
Tsoi staying out of range there.#T4#
Tsoi tries to clinch but Donowitz is having none of it.
Donowitz was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Donowitz lands a head shot.
Donowitz swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Tsoi turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Tsoi misses with a body kick.
A chopping leg kick lands by Donowitz.
Donowitz takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Tsoi misses with a looping left.
Donowitz on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Tsoi wants to clinch up but Donowitz keeps it at a distance.
Tsoi slips under a jab.
Donowitz takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Tsoi throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A low kick from Tsoi is predictable there #TD#
and Donowitz counters with a takedown into side control.
Tsoi keeping his opponent close.
Tsoi is looking to reverse the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close third round but Viktor Tsoi just about did enough to take it.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R4#
Tsoi blocks the body kick.
Tsoi throws a hook to the side of Donowitz's head but Donowitz sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Donowitz rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Tsoi moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Tsoi throws a low kick but it's checked well by Donowitz.
Donowitz with a nice cross.
Tsoi shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Tsoi scores with a leg kick.
Donowitz throws a combination. Tsoi tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
A nice leg kick lands there from Tsoi.
Donowitz lands a leg kick that knocks Tsoi off balance momentarily.
Tsoi avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Tsoi tries to counter with a clinch but Donowitz shakes him off and moves away.
Donowitz throws a wild combination but nothing lands. #TD2#
Tsoi feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Donowitz looking for a sweep. Not yet Donowitz, not yet.
Tsoi being controlled here momentarily.
Donowitz tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T1#
Tsoi content to stall in guard here.
Donowitz has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Donowitz continues to stall.
Tsoi wants to control from the top but Donowitz keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Tsoi paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Tsoi 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.
Donowitz throws out a loose jab but Tsoi uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tsoi checks a low kick from Donowitz.
Donowitz uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tsoi.
Donowitz connects with a body shot that sends Tsoi's belly button to the back.
Tsoi uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Donowitz.
Donowitz misses with a takedown attempt - Tsoi sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Tsoi cracks Donowitz with a good jab.
Tsoi lands with a thumping leg kick.
Tsoi misses with a low kick as Donowitz jumps back.
Donowitz throwing a counter right hand but Tsoi manages to avoid it.
Tsoi motions for Donowitz to come forward. Tsoi throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Tsoi ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A nice side step and Tsoi releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.#T3#
Tsoi wants to clinch#TD#
and Donowitz counters with a single leg into guard. Tsoi didn't expect that.
Donowitz controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tsoi is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Tsoi is controlling Donowitz's posture.#T4#
Donowitz trying to control the position from guard on top but Tsoi is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Donowitz sitting in guard here, content to control.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Tsoi is trying to control the position from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Donowitz avoids a kick to the body.
Donowitz lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Tsoi is looking to clinch.
Tsoi throws a chopping leg kick but Donowitz manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Donowitz cracks the inside of Tsoi's front leg.
Tsoi keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A little jabbing left from Tsoi on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Donowitz attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Abraham Donowitz had his way with Viktor Tsoi in 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. This is the final round!
#R5#
A jab from Tsoi misses.
Donowitz waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tsoi.
Donowitz misses the jab.
Tsoi throws a jab but it's blocked by Donowitz.
Donowitz connects with an inside leg kick.
Tsoi wants to clinch up but Donowitz keeps it at a distance.
Tsoi with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Tsoi is looking to score with low kicks.
Tsoi keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Donowitz.
Tsoi's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Tsoi lands a glancing blow to the side of Donowitz's head.
Donowitz checks a leg kick nicely.
Donowitz scores with a leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Donowitz tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Tsoi defends well and Donowitz ends up having to push Tsoi into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Tsoi scores with a sloppy right hand. Donowitz should have avoided that one.
Tsoi scores with a push kick.
Tsoi fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Donowitz manages to avoid it.
Tsoi moves out of range as Donowitz strikes.
Tsoi ducks under a wild hook from Donowitz.#T1#
Tsoi scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Tsoi.
Donowitz slips a jab from Tsoi.
Donowitz connects with a looping right hand.
An inside leg kick from Donowitz misses.
Tsoi thuds his right hand into Donowitz's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Tsoi thows a left - swing and a miss!
Tsoi loads up on a big right hand but Donowitz slips the punch.
Tsoi swings for the body but Donowitz moves out of range.
Donowitz misses with a looping right.
Tsoi throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tsoi ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Some bone on bone action there as Tsoi checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Donowitz takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Tsoi bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Donowitz takes one on the button.
Donowitz looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Tsoi is looking to land body kicks.#T2#
A big left from Donowitz misses.
Tsoi tries a quick counter leg kick but Donowitz is wise to it.
Tsoi scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Tsoi tries to clinch but Donowitz moves out of range.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A looping hook to the body misses from Donowitz. Tsoi does a little dance to reset his feet.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Tsoi.
Donowitz throws a lazy right hand but Tsoi sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Tsoi leaves Donowitz with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Donowitz walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Donowitz throws a leg kick but Tsoi moved away.
Tsoi was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Tsoi lands a leg kick that knocks Donowitz off balance momentarily.#CL2#
Tsoi gets in close and instigates a clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Tsoi fails to land.
Donowitz lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Tsoi wants to break free but Donowitz has control.
Still in the clinch, Tsoi scores with a nice short uppercut.
Donowitz digs a right hand into Tsoi's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Tsoi's gas tank. #T3#
Tsoi lands a nice uppercut.
Donowitz lands with a right to the head.
Donowitz 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 Abraham Donowitz. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Tsoi gets underhooks to prevent Donowitz's takedown attempt.
Tsoi lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Donowitz has a couple of punches blocked by Tsoi.
Donowitz can't find room to land a body shot as Tsoi controls the action.
Tsoi can't find room to land a body shot as Donowitz controls the action.
Tsoi working aggressively here.
Viktor Tsoi seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Donowitz lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Tsoi lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Donowitz backwards.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Donowitz.
Donowitz goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Tsoi misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tsoi scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Tsoi misses with a punch to the body.
Tsoi blocks a punch to the side of the head. #T4#
Donowitz working aggressively here.
Donowitz blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tsoi misses with a hook from the clinch.
Donowitz lands an uppercut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tsoi softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Tsoi misses with a punch on the inside.
Tsoi struggles to land a body shot inside as Donowitz controls his hands.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Donowitz.
Donowitz misses with the head strike.
Tsoi dodges an elbow strike from Donowitz.
A short uppercut from Donowitz.
Tsoi tries to work over Donowitz's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC2#
Tsoi breaks from the clinch.
Tsoi connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Donowitz misses with a looping right.
A nice inside leg kick there by Tsoi. That's going to slow Donowitz down.
Nice defenses there by Donowitz.

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

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

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Viktor Tsoi!
Viktor Tsoi is the new featherweight champion!
Our winner, Viktor Tsoi, 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.
The defeated Abraham Donowitz had this to say: 'Wolf nerfed my stats before the Cilian Lynch fight.'.

Event: Syn 537 - Anathema
Date: Jul 28, 2017

#R1#
Skrumbo throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Tsoi ducks under a wild hook from Skrumbo .
Skrumbo moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromTsoi.
Tsoi misses with an uppercut. Skrumbo saw that one coming.
Skrumbo throws a poor cross that misses
and Tsoi counters with a nice uppercut.
Skrumbo ducks under a wild hook from Tsoi.
Skrumbo really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Tsoi misses with a hook.
A quick step to the side and Skrumbo tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tsoi looks to land a right hand but Skrumbo moved out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Skrumbo . Tsoi does a little dance to reset his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tsoi jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Skrumbo scores with a jab to the head.
Tsoi with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row. #T1#
Skrumbo keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Tsoi 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.
Skrumbo throws a body punch but Tsoi moves out of range.
Tsoi is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.
Tsoi takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Skrumbo connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Tsoi walks into a left hand.
Skrumbo misses with a looping left.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Tsoi 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 Skrumbo has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Skrumbo and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Skrumbo tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Tsoi is able to avoid easily.
Donk. Tsoi catches Skrumbo right on the button with a cross.
Tsoi misses with a body shot.
Skrumbo feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Tsoi's calf.#T2#
Tsoi takes a jab right on the kisser.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tsoi misses with a looping right.
Skrumbo misses with a left hand
and Tsoi counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
A swing and a miss from Skrumbo .
Skrumbo connects with a body shot.
Skrumbo slips a jab from Tsoi.
Tsoi moves out of range as Skrumbo strikes.
Tsoi shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Skrumbo as he avoids it easily.
Jab from Skrumbo .
Skrumbo misses with an uppercut.
Tsoi uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Skrumbo has time to react.#T3#
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Skrumbo , right into the meat.
Skrumbo swings widly with a right hand
letting Tsoi counter with a right hand.
Skrumbo misses with a straight right.
Skrumbo ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tsoi moves away.
Skrumbo throws a looping overhand right but Tsoi ducks down to avoid it.
Skrumbo moves out of range of the body kick.
Tsoi lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering. #ROC2#
Skrumbo is rocked!
Tsoi throws a monster overhand right that drops Skrumbo ! Tsoi follows up with more strikes from mount and the fight is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Viktor Tsoi!
A victorious Viktor Tsoi thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
Da Skrumbo spoke after the fight, saying 'I'll be back!'.

Event: Syn 535 - Parhelion
Date: Jul 15, 2017

#R1#
Tsoi throws a front kick that sends Smith stumbling back into the cage.
Tsoi avoids the head kick by Smith.
Smith gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Smith takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Tsoi lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Tsoi dips to his left and cracks Smith with an uppercut!
Tsoi looks to land a right hand but Smith moved out of range.
Smith gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Nice uppercut there from Smith.
Smith thows a left - swing and a miss!
Smith avoids the head kick by Tsoi.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Smith takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Smith slips under a jab.
Viktor Tsoi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tsoi takes one to the chin there.#TD#
Tsoi closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Smith did well to prevent Tsoi getting side control.
Tsoi performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Smith is looking to escape.#T1##ES2#
Smith makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!
Tsoi stuns Smith with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Smith checks a leg kick.
Tsoi tries to land a front kick but Smith steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Tsoi scores with a push kick.
Smith checks a low kick from Tsoi.
Tsoi tries to land a front kick but Smith steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Smith avoids the head kick by Tsoi.
Tsoi misses with an uppercut. Smith saw that one coming.
Smith throws a half hearted mid kick.
Smith walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Tsoi checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
That kick from Smith tenderised Tsoi's leg. Tsoi is trying to keep his angry face on.
Tsoi scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.#T2#
Tsoi throws a head kick but Smith moves out of range.
A solid leg kick lands there for Tsoi.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Smith takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Tsoi scores with a decent looking hook.
Tsoi misses with a looping right.
Tsoi has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Boyz II Men in the buildup to the fight.
Tsoi smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Tsoi throws a chopping leg kick but Smith manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Smith thows a body kick. Tsoi tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Tsoi misses with a hook.#CL2#
Smith closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Tsoi scores with a shot to the side of Smith's head.
Smith lands a hook to the side of the head.
Smith tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Smith throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Tsoi blocks it with crossed arms.
A short right from Tsoi on the inside.
Smith looking to throw knees to the head but Tsoi is blocking nicely.
Tsoi lands a body punch in the clinch.
Smith creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Tsoi gets through Smith's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#T3#
Tsoi lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Smith or not.
Smith lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Smith tries to land knees in the clinch but Tsoi avoids the damage to the body.
Smith misses with a body punch.
Smith tries to land knees in the clinch but Tsoi avoids the damage to the body.
Tsoi blocks an uppercut.
Tsoi stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Tsoi lands with a left to the head.
Smith tries to work over Tsoi's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Tsoi pushes Smith back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Tsoi lands an uppercut.
Tsoi tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Smith creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Tsoi managing to block the knees to the body from Smith.
Smith swings wildly with an uppercut but Tsoi uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tsoi misses with a punch to the body.
Smith tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Tsoi avoids it.
Smith working aggressively here.
Tsoi gets through Smith's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Smith. #T4#
Tsoi misses with a body punch.
Smith throws a head punch that misses.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A right handed body shot lands from Tsoi.
Tsoi tries a body shot but Smith blocks it.
Smith lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A short body shot lands from Tsoi as the two fighters clinch.
Smith looks winded!
A short body shot lands from Tsoi as the two fighters clinch.
Tsoi scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Tsoi lands a nice shot to the body.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Tsoi.
Tsoi blocks the elbow strike.
Tsoi doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tsoi stalling in the clinch but Smith improves position.
Smith lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Tsoi misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Tsoi struggles to land a body shot inside as Smith controls his hands.
Smith lands a hook to the side of the head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tsoi lands with a short shot to the head.
Tsoi throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Smiths head.
Smith tries to throw a body punch but Tsoi avoids it by throwing Smith back against the cage.
Tsoi can't find room to land a body shot as Smith controls the action.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Tsoi.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Viktor Tsoi 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#
Tsoi misses with a kick to the body.
Tsoi loads up on a big right hand but Smith slips the punch.
Smith steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Tsoi.
Tsoi avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Smith misses with a straight right.
Smith walks into a stiff left hand from Tsoi.
Tsoi cracks Smith with a good jab.
A telegraphed right hand from Tsoi misses the target.
Tsoi fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Smith.
A bone on bone clash there as Smith blocks the leg kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Smith. Tsoi does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tsoi is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Smith can do to turn this around?
Tsoi lands the left hand.
A head kick misses from Smith.
A good leg kick by Tsoi.
Tsoi thuds a left hand into Smith's body.
Smith misses with a low kick.
Viktor Tsoi is winning the standup battle so far.
A telegraphed right hand from Tsoi misses the target.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Tsoi.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Smith has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Tsoi.
Tsoi swats away the attempt to clinch by Smith.#T1#
That kick from Tsoi tenderised Smith's leg. Smith is trying to keep his angry face on.
Tsoi loads up on a big right hand but Smith slips the punch.
Smith slips a jab from Tsoi.
Tsoi will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Tsoi misses with a wild body shot.
Tsoi misses with a looping right.
Smith tries to clinch there but Tsoi circles away.
Tsoi throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Smith stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
A chopping leg kick lands by Tsoi. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Tsoi lands with a short punch from the clinch.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Tsoi.
Tsoi tries to stall but Smith uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Tsoi misses with some punches.
Nice body punch from Tsoi - that landed with a thud. #T2#
Tsoi swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tsoi throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Smith is breathing heavily.
Smith has a couple of punches blocked by Tsoi.
Smith misses with a body punch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A hook to the body from Tsoi.
Tsoi blocks a punch to the side of the head. #BC#
Tsoi breaks from the clinch.
Tsoi fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Smith takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Tsoi misses with a left hand
and Smith counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Tsoi throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Smith moves out of range of the body kick from Tsoi.
Tsoi connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Smith has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Smith there as he acknowledges the shot.
A jab lands there for Tsoi.
Tsoi uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Smith.
Tsoi throws a quick counter kick to the body but Smith avoids it.
Tsoi lands a nice hook to Smith's body. Smith takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Tsoi scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Smith doesn't seem bothered though. #CL2#
Smith clinches up with Tsoi and pushes him back against the cage.#T3#
Tsoi tries to work over Smith's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Smith lands with a short shot to the head.
Tsoi working some nice short punches in the clinch.
A short uppercut from Tsoi.
Smith's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Tsoi pushes Smith back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Tsoi is working Smith over against the cage.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
A short body shot lands from Smith as the two fighters clinch.
Tsoi lands on the inside with an uppercut. #TD#
Tsoi manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back. #SUB#
Tsoi has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Smith doesn't defend quickly enough and Tsoi has managed to lock this one up! Can Smith escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Tsoi on a fantastic submission victory.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:50 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Viktor Tsoi!
Viktor Tsoi decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: Syn 532 - Euphoria
Date: Jun 30, 2017

#R1#
Ng misses with a series of wild punches.
Tsoi moves out of range of the strikes.
Tsoi is looking to counter punch.
Ng scores with a three punch combo!
Ng has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Tsoi is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Tsoi scores with a jab to the jaw.
Ng throws a series of punches but Tsoi moves out of range.
Tsoi scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Tsoi lands a head kick!
Tsoi misses with a kick to the body.
Tsoi misses with a low kick.
Ng misses with a left hand
and Tsoi counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tsoi fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Ng has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Tsoi throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
That kick from Tsoi tenderised Ng's leg. Ng is trying to keep his angry face on.
Ng fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Tsoi.#TD#
Tsoi feints and as Ng raises his hands in defense, Tsoi changes levels and 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.
Tsoi controlling from the top position.
Tsoi trying to control the position from guard on top but Ng is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1#
Ng is trying to keep Tsoi in close.
Tsoi wants to pass the guard but Ng is keeping the position.
Tsoi passes Ng's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Tsoi perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Tsoi is looking to stall here but Ng recovers full guard. #SUB2#
Ng working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Tsoi doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Tsoi manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Ng escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Tsoi gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.#SUB2#
Ng had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Tsoi defends it easily.#SUB2#
Ng looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Tsoi passes into side control.
Ng tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T3#
Tsoi trying to control the position but Ng is working away.
Ng is looking for a sweep.
Tsoi staying calm.
Tsoi wants to lay and pray for a moment but Ng keeps working. #SUB#
Tsoi looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Tsoi controlling the position. #T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Ng can't do much from the bottom here.
Tsoi trying to control the position but Ng is working away.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Tsoi slows the pace down.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Tsoi wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Ng, who protects the arm well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Viktor Tsoi dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Ng doesn't manage to clinch there - Tsoi circles away.
Tsoi throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Tsoi staying out of range there.
Tsoi lands a jab to Ng's midsection.
Tsoi blocks the body kick.
Ng takes one on the button.
A slow jab from Ng misses its intended target.
Tsoi is looking to counter with a body kick.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Ng tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Tsoi paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Tsoi lands a body shot.
Tsoi throws a lazy body kick
and Ng connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Tsoi slips a jab and a cross from Ng.
Tsoi keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ng tries to clinch but Tsoi moves out of range.
Ng takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Tsoi checks the leg kick.
Tsoi lands with a hook. Ng tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Tsoi connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
It looks like Tsoi has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Tsoi scores with a nice right hand.
Ng moves out of range of the strikes.#T1#
Ng throws a right hand that Tsoi ducks under and follows up with a left that Tsoi also avoids with ease.
Tsoi bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Ng swinging wildly here.
Viktor Tsoi is winning the standup battle so far.
Tsoi lands a jab to Ng's midsection.
Ng tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Tsoi was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Tsoi lands a nice leg kick that just misses Ng's sensitive parts.
Ng misses the body punch
and Tsoi counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Charles Ng seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tsoi throws a good cross that connects.
Tsoi uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Ng.
Tsoi throws a low kick but Ng moves out of range easily.
Tsoi connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Ng's hands.
Tsoi is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Tsoi slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Ng scores with a leg kick.
Tsoi throws a body shot but no joy.
Tsoi fakes the leg kick and cracks Ng in the body.
Ng is really struggling to land any decent head shots against his taller opponent.
No joy there for Ng, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Tsoi pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.#T2#
Tsoi with a jab.
Ng scores with a one two! Tsoi had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Ng moves away from the strike by Tsoi.
Ng walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Tsoi's corner calls for a 1-2. Tsoi obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Tsoi blocks a head kick by Ng.
Tsoi throws a low kick but Ng moves out of range easily.
Tsoi misses the jab.
Ng misses with a leg kick.
No luck for Tsoi with that takedown attempt.
Tsoi looks to score with a jab to the body but Ng is just out of range.
Tsoi is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Ng can do to turn this around?
Ng fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Tsoi has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Tsoi with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Ng lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Ng.
Tsoi moves away from the strike by Ng.
Ng misses with a head kick. #T3#
Good shot there by Ng.
A bone on bone clash there as Tsoi blocks the leg kick.
Charles Ng is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
A lazy left from Ng finds it's target.#ROC2#
Tsoi is rocked!
Tsoi avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
It looked like Tsoi wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Oh Tsoi is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
A bone on bone clash there as Tsoi blocks the leg kick.
Tsoi seems to have got his legs back now.
A jab from Ng does it's job there.
Ng looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Ng takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.#CL#
Tsoi gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#BC2#
Ng escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Ng takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Ng scoring well with a low kick there.
Nice body punch from Tsoi.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tsoi steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Ng.
Tsoi is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Tsoi scores with a decent looking hook.
Ng's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Tsoi connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Ng scrambles back to his feet.
Tsoi lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Tsoi moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.#T4#
Ng lands a nice leg kick that just misses Tsoi's sensitive parts.
Tsoi throws a chopping leg kick but Ng manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Tsoi uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Ng.
Ng connects with an inside leg kick.
Ng misses with a two punch combination. #CL2#
Ng has managed to clinch.
Ng utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Ng missing with knees to the body.
A nice right hand lands inside from Tsoi.
A nice right hand lands inside from Tsoi.
Ng blocks a body shot from Tsoi.
Tsoi misses with some punches.
Tsoi tries to throw a body punch but Ng avoids it by throwing Tsoi back against the cage.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Ng throws a punch but it's blocked by Tsoi.
Ng is trying to force a seperation but Tsoi has the dominant position.
Tsoi goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #BC2#
Ng breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Jab, jab by Tsoi - just one landing.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Viktor Tsoi dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Ng looks to score with a jab to the body but Tsoi is just out of range.
Ng misses with a looping right.
Ng takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Ng slips under a jab from Tsoi.
Tsoi displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Ng throws out the jab.
Ng throws a quick inside leg kick.
A nice inside leg kick there by Tsoi. That's going to slow Ng down.
Ng wants to clinch up but Tsoi keeps it at a distance.
Ng lands a body shot. #CL#
Tsoi closes the distance and clinches.
Tsoi scores with a nice hook to the head.
Tsoi fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Ng pushes Tsoi back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Tsoi blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tsoi fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A shot in the inside from Tsoi.
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!
Tsoi misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tsoi doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Ng blocking some punches.
Ng using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Tsoi has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Viktor Tsoi has scored more points in the clinch so far.#T1#
Tsoi avoiding damage as Ng throws knees to the body.
Ng is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Tsoi is defending well for now.
Ng misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Tsoi.
Tsoi blocking some punches.
Tsoi misses with a hook from the clinch.
Ng throws a knee to the head but misses.
Ng takes a shot to the head.
Tsoi lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Ng backwards.
Tsoi managing to block the knees to the body from Ng.
Tsoi managing to block the knees to the body from Ng.
Tsoi lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Tsoi on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Tsoi.
Ng tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Ng takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Tsoi working aggressively here.
Tsoi digs a right hand underneath Ng's ribcage. Ng let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Tsoi blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Ng has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Tsoi misses with a punch to the body. #BC#
Tsoi manages to break the clinch.
Tsoi ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Ng moves away.
Viktor Tsoi is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tsoi cracks Ng with a good jab.
Ng wants to clinch.
Tsoi drops down looking for a counter takedown but Ng sprawls and moves away.
Ng throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Tsoi counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Tsoi scores with a jab to the jaw.#CL2#
Ng fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Tsoi, pushing him back against the cage.
Ng missing with knees to the body. #BC2#
Ng breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Ng gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Ng looks to land a combination. Tsoi sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Tsoi fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Tsoi thumps Ng with a low kick.#CL2#
Ng darts in and clinches Tsoi up against the cage.
Ng throws a punch but it's blocked by Tsoi.
Tsoi prevents a body shot from Ng. #T3#
Ng trying to land knees to the body.
Ng tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Tsoi scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Ng tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Ng misses with a hook from the clinch.
Ng working aggressively here.
Charles Ng has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Ng is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Tsoi is defending well for now.
A head punch on the inside from Ng fails to land.
Ng tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Ng tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Ng has a couple of punches blocked by Tsoi.
Ng landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Tsoi takes a knee to the side of the body. #T4#
Ng throws a head punch that misses.
Ng trying to land knees to the body.
Tsoi prevents Ng from breaking the clinch.
Ng with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Ng is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Tsoi is defending well for now.
Tsoi blocks an uppercut. #TD#
Tsoi jumps guard.
Tsoi pulls Ng in close to prevent any damage.

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 Viktor Tsoi.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Tsoi, 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 Don Winkell scores the fight 30:28
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 29:28
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 30:28

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

Event: Syn 527 - Scorched
Date: May 26, 2017

#R1#
Tsoi lands a nice leg kick that just misses Hapitchou's sensitive parts.
Tsoi throws a solid leg kick but Hapitchou takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Tsoi.
It seemed like Hapitchou was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Hapitchou takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Tsoi fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Hapitchou manages to avoid it.
Tsoi looks to score with a jab to the body but Hapitchou is just out of range.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Hapitchou! But no joy.
Tsoi scores with a hook to the body. Hapitchou takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Tsoi misses with a body kick.
Tsoi throws an overhand right that lands on Hapitchou's shoulder, as Hapitchou tries to avoid the shot.
Hapitchou blocks a leg kick.
Hapitchou moves out of range of the body kick.
Tsoi misses with a jab to the body
and Hapitchou counters with a lovely straight right hand!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tsoi throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Hapitchou throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Hapitchou is looking to score with low kicks.
Tsoi half committed to a counter leg kick.
Tsoi takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.#T1#
Hapitchou checks a leg kick.
Tsoi connects with a looping right hand.
Hapitchou on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Tsoi looks for the body kick but Hapitchou saw that one coming.
A good leg kick by Tsoi.
Hapitchou loads up on a big right hand but Tsoi slips the punch.
Tsoi tries to move into range but Hapitchou moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Tsoi throws a leg kick
and Hapitchou counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Tsoi is looking to wear down Hapitchou with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Hapitchou sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Donk. Tsoi catches Hapitchou right on the button with a cross.
Hapitchou dodges the punch combination from Tsoi.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Hapitchou! But no joy.
Hapitchou is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tsoi. #T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tsoi throws a chopping leg kick but Hapitchou manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
It seemed like Hapitchou was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Hapitchou turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Tsoi misses with a body kick.
Tsoi with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Hapitchou with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Tsoi goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
It seemed like Hapitchou was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Tsoi is looking to clinch.
Tsoi looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Tsoi throws an off balance right hand
and Hapitchou counters with a stiff right hand.
Tsoi blocks a head kick by Hapitchou.
Tsoi is looking to counter punch.
Hapitchou tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Viktor Tsoi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hapitchou uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tsoi.
Tsoi tries to clinch there but Hapitchou circles away. #T3#
Tsoi throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Tsoi misses the shot to the body.
Nice uppercut lands for Tsoi. That snapped Hapitchou's head back.
Hapitchou connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Tsoi momentarily.
Tsoi lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Tsoi misses with an uppercut. Hapitchou saw that one coming.
Hapitchou on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Tsoi. Tsoi obviously looking to wear him down.
Tsoi shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Tsoi connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Hapitchou throws a right hand that misses
and Tsoi counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
A slow jab from Hapitchou misses its intended target.
Tsoi throwing a counter right hand but Hapitchou manages to avoid it.
Tsoi pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.#T4#
Hapitchou scores with a nice head shot.
Tsoi lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Hapitchou waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tsoi.
Tsoi connects with an inside leg kick.
Tsoi throws an off balance right hand
and Hapitchou counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Hapitchou checks a low kick from Tsoi.
Tsoi lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Tsoi.
Tsoi throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Hapitchou counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Tsoi lands a slapping body shot.
Hapitchou sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Tsoi throws a body kick that misses.
Tsoi avoids the head kick by Hapitchou.
A quick step to the side and Tsoi tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Viktor Tsoi dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Tsoi throws a front kick that sends Hapitchou stumbling back into the cage.
Hapitchou tried to score with a low kick but Tsoi checks it.
Hapitchou throws a wild body kick that Tsoi sees coming a mile off.
Tsoi scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Tsoi scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Tsoi checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Hapitchou misses with a hook. Tsoi ducked under it nicely.
Tsoi throws a hook to the side of Hapitchou's head but Hapitchou sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Tsoi throws a wild body kick that Hapitchou sees coming a mile off.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tsoi connects with a leg kick. Hapitchou looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Tsoi throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Hapitchou misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tsoi.
Tsoi chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with eachother but Hapitchou might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Tsoi has got the better of the exchanges.#T1#
Tsoi scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Tsoi is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Hapitchou can do to turn this around?
Tsoi looks to score with a jab to the body but Hapitchou is just out of range.
Hapitchou only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Hapitchou with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Tsoi to score with a decent uppercut.
Tsoi paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Hapitchou throws a head kick but Tsoi moves out of range.
Hapitchou moves out of range of the body kick from Tsoi.
Tsoi cracks Hapitchou with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Nice body kick from Tsoi.
Tsoi listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Tsoi looks for the body kick but Hapitchou saw that one coming.
Some bone on bone action there as Hapitchou checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Hapitchou throws a fast counter high kick but Tsoi manages to duck under it in time.
Hapitchou misses with a body kick.
Tsoi moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. #T2#
An inside leg kick lands from Tsoi.
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!
Tsoi ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Hapitchou moves away.
Tsoi scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Hapitchou looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Hapitchou drops his hands momentarily and Tsoi takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Donk. Tsoi catches Hapitchou right on the button with a cross.
Hapitchou pulls out of a head kick attempt. #TD#
Tsoi changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Hapitchou looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Hapitchou on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Tsoi slows the pace down. #T3#
Tsoi has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Hapitchou is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Tsoi is staying tight to Hapitchou's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Tsoi wants to control but Hapitchou is keeping him busy.
Hapitchou tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Tsoi trying to control the action but Hapitchou is working from the bottom.
Tsoi working away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Viktor Tsoi dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Tsoi turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Tsoi uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Hapitchou.
Hapitchou uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tsoi.
A little jabbing left from Hapitchou on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Hapitchou throws a hook to the side of Tsoi's head but Tsoi sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A chopping leg kick lands by Tsoi.
Good leg kick by Tsoi there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Hapitchou takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Hapitchou misses with a hook. Tsoi ducked under it nicely.
Hapitchou takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Hapitchou's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tsoi misses with a looping right.
Tsoi tries a low kick but Hapitchou avoids it.
A left lands for Tsoi.
Hapitchou misses with a hook. Tsoi ducked under it nicely. #T1#
Tsoi ducks right into an uppercut from Hapitchou.
Hapitchou works the jab nicely.
Tsoi digs a good body shot into Hapitchou's ribs.
Tsoi swings and misses with a hook to the body. #CL#
Tsoi forces Hapitchou back against the cage and clinches.
Tsoi goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Hapitchou lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Tsoi backwards.
Tsoi scores with a shoulder strike.
Tsoi makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Hapitchou tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Hapitchou can't find room to land a body shot as Tsoi controls the action.
Hapitchou goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Tsoi lands an uppercut.#BC#
Tsoi manages to break the clinch.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tsoi lands a nice leg kick that just misses Hapitchou's sensitive parts.
Tsoi scores with a push kick.
Viktor Tsoi is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Hapitchou misses with the body kick
and Tsoi counters with an inside leg kick.
A solid body kick from Tsoi.
Viktor Tsoi is winning the standup battle so far.
A chopping leg kick lands by Tsoi.
Good work by Hapitchou as he checks the leg kick.
Tsoi gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Hapitchou.
Tsoi lands a nice hook to Hapitchou's body. Hapitchou takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Hapitchou paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Tsoi lands with an overhand left.
Hapitchou throws a lazy right hand but Tsoi sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Tsoi dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Tsoi scores with a jab.
Hapitchou throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T3#
Tsoi lands a body shot.
A nice inside leg kick there by Tsoi. That's going to slow Hapitchou down.
Hapitchou looks to land a right hand but Tsoi moved out of range.
Hapitchou blocks the body kick.
Donk. Hapitchou catches Tsoi right on the button with a cross.
That kick from Tsoi tenderised Hapitchou's leg. Hapitchou is trying to keep his angry face on.
PePe Hapitchou has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Tsoi wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Hapitchou avoids a kick to the body.
Tsoi swings for the body but Hapitchou moves out of range.
It seemed like Hapitchou was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Hapitchou takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Hapitchou has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Tsoi.
Tsoi lands a jab to Hapitchou's midsection.
Tsoi moves out of range of the strikes.
Tsoi is looking to counter with a body kick.#T4#
Tsoi misses with a looping right.
Tsoi jabs Hapitchou right on the nose. Hapitchou blinks but takes it well.
Tsoi scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tsoi connects with a body shot.
Hapitchou shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Hapitchou takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Hapitchou has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Hapitchou slips a straight right by Tsoi.
Hapitchou on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Hapitchou feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Tsoi's calf.
Tsoi pushes Hapitchou away with a front kick.
Hapitchou moves out of range of the body kick.
Hapitchou throws a body kick that misses
and Tsoi counters with an inside leg kick.

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

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

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

Event: Syn 523 - Recovery
Date: May 05, 2017

#R1#
Donowitz misses with an uppercut
and Tsoi makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Nice takedown defense from Tsoi. No joy for Donowitz on that attempt.
Tsoi walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Donowitz checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Donowitz tried to counter with a leg kick but Tsoi avoided it.
Tsoi lands a slapping body shot. #TD#
Donowitz looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Tsoi is refusing to be controlled, as Donowitz sits in half guard.
Donowitz missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Donowitz is looking to take a break and control but Tsoi is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Donowitz is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Tsoi is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Donowitz scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Donowitz thows a huge punch but Tsoi dodges it nicely. #T1#
Donowitz slips a nice elbow through Tsoi's hands, connecting with Tsoi's forehead.
Donowitz seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Tsoi 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.
Tsoi taking some punishment here, with Donowitz in his half guard.
Donowitz is trying to control the action in half guard but Tsoi is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB2#
Tsoi looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Tsoi is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Donowitz pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Donowitz moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Tsoi.
Donowitz lands an elbow. #T2#
Donowitz wants to lay and pray for a moment but Tsoi keeps working.
Donowitz lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Donowitz creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Donowitz passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Tsoi!
Donowitz raining down hammerfists from mount.
Donowitz can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Tsoi is looking to escape. #T3#
Donowitz punishing his opponent with strikes.
Tsoi wants to control but Donowitz is having none of it.
Donowitz scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Tsoi?
Donowitz avoids the attempt from Tsoi to control.
Tsoi tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Donowitz scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Tsoi?
Tsoi tries to hold on but Donowitz postures up.
Tsoi is in a horrible position here. Donowitz smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position. #T4#
Donowitz is landing with some decent strikes but Tsoi is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Tsoi gets back to half guard.
Donowitz lands with a punch from half guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB2#
Tsoi looking for submissions off his back.
Tsoi avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Donowitz.
Tsoi blocking the ground and pound attempt from Donowitz. #SUB2#
Tsoi looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Abraham Donowitz dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
A big right from Tsoi misses.
Donowitz loads up on a big right hand but Tsoi slips the punch.
Tsoi throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Donowitz missing with a left hand there. Tsoi was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Tsoi replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Donowitz blocks it well.
Tsoi throws a push kick but Donowitz slaps the foot to one side.
Tsoi moves out of range of the strikes.
Donowitz takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Tsoi throws a front kick aimed at Donowitz's knee but Donowitz avoids it well.
Tsoi lands a front kick.
Donowitz will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Tsoi was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Donowitz connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Tsoi momentarily.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tsoi. Donowitz does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tsoi misses with a body kick.
Abraham Donowitz seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tsoi walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Donowitz checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Donowitz has a takedown stuffed.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
A solid leg kick lands there for Tsoi.
Donowitz pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Tsoi fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Donowitz looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tsoi throws a body kick that misses. #T1#
Tsoi uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Donowitz.
Donowitz throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Tsoi on the side of the head. #TD#
Tsoi gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Donowitz to score an easy takedown into full guard.#SUB2#
Tsoi is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB2#
Tsoi looking for a guillotine here but Donowitz defends easily.
Tsoi working a defensive guard here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
Donowitz is looking to work some ground and pound but Tsoi has wrist control.#SUB2#
Tsoi looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Donowitz content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Donowitz working some strikes from top position.
Donowitz chips away with some ground and pound.#SUB2#
Tsoi 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.
Donowitz throwing strikes from guard but Tsoi blocks nicely.
Donowitz with a flurry of punches that miss. #T3#
Donowitz works over Tsoi with some ground and pound from guard.
Donowitz is working Tsoi over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Tsoi is trying to control the position but Donowitz postures up.
Donowitz stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Tsoi swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Donowitz trying to control but Tsoi is working from the bottom.
Donowitz lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Donowitz in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #SUB2#
Donowitz avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #T4#
Donowitz postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Donowitz scoring with punches to the head and body.
Donowitz is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Donowitz wants to control from the top but Tsoi keeps moving.
Donowitz looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Abraham Donowitz dominated that second round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R3#
Tsoi uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Donowitz.
Donowitz misses with a hook
and Tsoi counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Donowitz misses with a straight left.
Donowitz keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
The fighters circle momentarily. Donowitz darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Tsoi slips under a jab.
A telegraphed right hand from Donowitz misses the target.
Donowitz checks a leg kick nicely.
Donowitz lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Tsoi takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Viktor Tsoi seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Donowitz takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.#TD#
Donowitz closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Tsoi did well to prevent Donowitz getting side control.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Donowitz seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Tsoi does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Tsoi trying to hold on to Donowitz's head to control him but Donowitz postures up.
Abraham Donowitz overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Donowitz wants to control but Tsoi is keeping him busy. #T1#
Donowitz lands with a punch from half guard.
Tsoi on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Donowitz is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Donowitz controlling the action here.
Tsoi is refusing to be controlled, as Donowitz sits in half guard.
Tsoi is trying to get back to full guard.#T2##SUB2#
Tsoi is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Donowitz pulls his head out easily.
Donowitz is nestled in close to Tsoi, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Donowitz looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Tsoi taking some punishment here, with Donowitz in his half guard. #SUB2#
Tsoi looking for submissions off his back.
Donowitz lands with a punch from half guard. #T3#
Donowitz thows a huge punch but Tsoi dodges it nicely.
Donowitz throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Donowitz is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. #SUB2#
Tsoi looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Donowitz lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. #SUB2#
Tsoi looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Donowitz lands strikes from half guard.
Tsoi is trying to control but can't. #T4#
Nice strikes from Donowitz there.
Donowitz winds up and cracks Tsoi with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Donowitz stalling.
Donowitz lands strikes from half guard.
Donowitz is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Tsoi can do to turn this around?
Donowitz working over Tsoi with some ground and pound. Tsoi looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Donowitz working over Tsoi with some ground and pound. Tsoi looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.#ROC#
Tsoi is rocked!
Donowitz is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Tsoi is still in real trouble! Can Donowitz finish him?#SUB2#
Tsoi actively working from the bottom here.
Nice strikes from Donowitz there.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Abraham Donowitz clearly takes that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R4#
Tsoi throws a body punch but Donowitz moves out of range.
Tsoi seems to have recovered his senses.
Tsoi misses with a wild body shot.
Donowitz misses with a hook.
Tsoi throws a chopping leg kick but Donowitz manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
A slapping body kick lands there for Tsoi.
Tsoi walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Donowitz checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Donowitz looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Tsoi steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Donowitz.
A countering left hand to the body from Tsoi misses.
Donowitz cracks Tsoi with an open hand slap.
A nice inside leg kick there by Donowitz. That's going to slow Tsoi down.
Donowitz misses with a body shot.
Donowitz throws a hook but Tsoi blocks it.
Tsoi moves away from the strike by Donowitz.
Tsoi loads up on a big right hand but Donowitz slips the punch.
A counter left hand to the body from Donowitz misses its target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tsoi throws a shot from downtown. Donowitz moves away and avoids it.
Tsoi is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Donowitz rather than just go for the knockout.
Donowitz fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Donowitz takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Donowitz lands a lovely overhand right.
Donowitz scores with a sloppy right hand. Tsoi should have avoided that one.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tsoi goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Tsoi tries to land a front kick but Donowitz steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.#T1#
Tsoi chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Tsoi changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Donowitz throws a big shot that misses.
Donowitz throws an overhand right that lands on Tsoi's shoulder, as Tsoi tries to avoid the shot.
Donowitz misses the jab.
Tsoi throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Jab from Tsoi.
Tsoi scores with a jab.
Donowitz lands a head shot.
Tsoi throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Tsoi, right into the meat.
Donowitz is looking to chop away at Tsoi's legs.
Donowitz comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Donowitz is defended easily by Tsoi.
Tsoi throws a front kick aimed at Donowitz's knee but Donowitz avoids it well.
Tsoi slips under a jab from Donowitz.#T2#
A chopping leg kick lands by Tsoi.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Donowitz scores with a jab to the body.
Tsoi tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Donowitz is able to avoid easily.
Donowitz throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tsoi sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Donowitz throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Tsoi walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Tsoi fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Tsoi throws a lazy right hand but Donowitz sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Tsoi.
Tsoi thuds a left hand into Donowitz's body.
Donowitz lands an overhand right.
Donowitz throws a leg kick
and Tsoi counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Tsoi attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Donowitz defending well as Tsoi loads up on a big left hand.
Donowitz staying out of range there.
Tsoi slips a jab from Donowitz.
Tsoi gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
A big left from Donowitz misses.
Tsoi is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Good work by Donowitz as he checks the leg kick.#T3#
Tsoi throws a hook but Donowitz avoids it easily.
Tsoi takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Tsoi shoots in but Donowitz avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Donowitz looks to land a left hand but Tsoi moved out of range nicely.
Donowitz tries to score a power double leg takedown but Tsoi sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Donowitz somewhat.
Tsoi connects with a solid leg kick.
Donowitz tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Tsoi defends well and Donowitz ends up having to push Tsoi into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
It seemed like Tsoi was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Abraham Donowitz. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Donowitz looks to land a left hand but Tsoi moved out of range nicely.
Tsoi explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Tsoi throws a hook but Donowitz avoids it easily.
Donowitz throws a nice looking combination but Tsoi bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Donowitz looks to land a right hand but Tsoi moved out of range.
Donowitz is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Donowitz throws an overhand right that lands on Tsoi's shoulder, as Tsoi tries to avoid the shot. #T4#
Nice defenses there by Donowitz.
An attempted straight right counter from Donowitz misses the target.
Donowitz blocks the body kick.
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.
Donowitz catches Tsoi with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Donowitz throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tsoi swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tsoi fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Donowitz looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Tsoi keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Donowitz.
Tsoi throws a hook but Donowitz blocks it.
Tsoi throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Donowitz sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Nice uppercut there from Tsoi.
Tsoi looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Tsoi throws a half hearted mid kick.
Donowitz throws out a powerful jab.
Tsoi throws a jab but it's blocked by Donowitz.
Donowitz jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Tsoi closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Donowitz digs a good body shot into Tsoi's ribs.
Tsoi uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Donowitz.
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 Abraham Donowitz will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!
#R5#
Tsoi throws a leg kick
and Donowitz counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Donowitz connects with a jab.
Donowitz lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
A swing and a miss from Donowitz.
Tsoi flicks out a counter leg kick but Donowitz steps away.
Donowitz looks to throw the jab but Tsoi is out of range.
Tsoi throws out a counter right but Donowitz avoids it with no problem.
Tsoi throws a leg kick but Donowitz sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Tsoi keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Donowitz.
Good shot there by Tsoi.
Donowitz takes one to the chin there.
A jab from Donowitz finds it's way through Tsoi's defenses.
Tsoi staying out of range there.
Tsoi takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Tsoi connects with a leg kick. Donowitz looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Tsoi scores with a body shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Donowitz avoids the body shot from Tsoi.
Donowitz keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Good leg kick by Tsoi there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Tsoi throws out a loose jab but Donowitz uses good head movement to avoid it.
Donowitz checks a leg kick.#T1#
Donowitz throws a hook to the side of Tsoi's head but Tsoi sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Tsoi throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Donowitz loads up on a big right hand but Tsoi slips the punch.
Tsoi misses with a looping right.
Donowitz throwing a counter right hand but Tsoi manages to avoid it.
Tsoi scores with a kick to the body.
Donowitz scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Donowitz slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Tsoi has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Donowitz takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Tsoi staying out of range there.
Donowitz tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Donowitz avoids the body shot from Tsoi.
Tsoi connects with a solid leg kick.
Tsoi slips a straight right by Donowitz.
Donowitz throws a body shot but no joy.
Tsoi only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Donowitz displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tsoi throws out the jab.
Tsoi keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Donowitz.
Tsoi looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Tsoi swings for the body but Donowitz moves out of range.
Donowitz missing with a left hand there. Tsoi was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Viktor Tsoi has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Donowitz takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Donowitz swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Donowitz shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Tsoi pinned against the cage. Tsoi gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Donowitz misses with a straight left.
Donowitz lands a nice looking body shot.
Tsoi looks to land a body kick but Donowitz moved away.
A looping hook to the body misses from Donowitz. Tsoi does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tsoi uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
A big left from Donowitz misses.
Donowitz slips under a jab from Tsoi.
Donowitz bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Tsoi misses with a body shot
enabling Donowitz to counter with a crisp jab.
Tsoi throws a push kick but Donowitz slaps the foot to one side.
Tsoi has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Tsoi there as he acknowledges the shot.
Tsoi misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Donowitz.
Donowitz lands a jab.#T3#
Donowitz fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Tsoi looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Tsoi misses with a leg kick.
Donowitz shoots in for a double leg but Tsoi sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Donowitz will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Tsoi misses with a low kick.
Donowitz lands a body shot.
Donowitz throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Donowitz darts in looking for a takedown but Tsoi gets double underhooks and turns Donowitz into the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Abraham Donowitz. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Tsoi connects with the punch.
A big left from Tsoi misses.
Donowitz misses with an uppercut.
Nice shot lands for Donowitz.
Donowitz shoots for a double leg takedown but Tsoi sprawls well. He's pushed Donowitz's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Donowitz takes a swing at Tsoi's ribcage but misses.
Donowitz drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.#CUT2#
It looks like Abraham Donowitz has been cut.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tsoi. Donowitz does a little dance to reset his feet.
Donowitz swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Tsoi throws out a loose jab but Donowitz uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tsoi throws a body shot but no joy. #T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Donowitz waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tsoi.
Tsoi throws a big shot that misses.
Donowitz scores with a hook.
Donowitz swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Donowitz misses with a hook.
Tsoi blocks a jab.
Tsoi misses with a wild body shot.
Donowitz chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Tsoi can pounce on him.
Donowitz ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tsoi moves away.
A telegraphed right hand from Tsoi misses the target.
Tsoi attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Tsoi avoids the body shot from Donowitz.
Donowitz changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Tsoi 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 Donowitz has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Donowitz and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Donowitz checks the leg kick nicely there.
Donowitz misses with a looping right.
Donowitz is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.

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 Abraham Donowitz.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Donowitz, 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 Don Winkell scores the fight 49:47
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 48:47
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 50:46

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Abraham Donowitz!
Abraham Donowitz thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: Syn 520 - Nemesis
Date: Apr 14, 2017

#R1#
Tsoi with a jab.
Alvado takes a swing at Tsoi's ribcage but misses.
Alvado ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tsoi moves away.
Alvado throws a sloppy body shot
and Tsoi counters with a low kick, right behind Alvado 's knee.
Tsoi lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Tsoi attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Tsoi 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.
Tsoi misses with a body shot
and Alvado counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Alvado moves out of range of the leg kick from Tsoi.
Viktor Tsoi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Alvado's corner calls for a 1-2. Alvado obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
An inside leg kick lands from Tsoi.
Tsoi pivots, looking for a leg kick but Alvado is out of range and Tsoi settles back down.
A shot to the liver by Tsoi. Beautiful body shot.
Alvado lands with a thumping leg kick.
Alvado takes a swing at Tsoi's ribcage but misses.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Alvado steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tsoi.
Tsoi lands with a shot to the body.
Alvado on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.#T1#
Tsoi throws a leg kick but Alvado moved away.
A shot to the liver by Alvado. Beautiful body shot.
Alvado misses with a low kick.
Tsoi counters with a body kick.
Tsoi throws a leg kick that misses.
Tsoi connects with a body shot.
Tsoi is looking to slow Alvado down with leg kicks.
Tsoi throws a front kick aimed at Alvado's knee but Alvado avoids it well.
Alvado was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Tsoi avoids the body shot from Alvado.
Tsoi pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Tsoi scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Tsoi throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Tsoi fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Alvado looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Alvado lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Tsoi circles away quickly and effectively.
A bone on bone clash there as Alvado blocks the leg kick.
Tsoi fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Alvado checks it well. #T2#
Tsoi keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Alvado throws a right hand that Tsoi ducks under and follows up with a left that Tsoi also avoids with ease.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tsoi misses with an uppercut. Alvado saw that one coming.
Alvado throws a lazy body kick
and Alvado takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Tsoi misses with an attempted mid kick.
Alvado throws the kick towards the body but Tsoi avoids it.
Tsoi tries to counter by closing the distance.
A shot to the liver by Tsoi. Beautiful body shot.
Tsoi misses with an uppercut.
Alvado throws a half hearted mid kick.
Tsoi misses with a hook. Alvado ducked under it nicely.
Tsoi scores with a sloppy right hand. Alvado should have avoided that one.
Tsoi feints and then cracks Alvado's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Alvado down.
Tsoi steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Alvado. That one must have hurt.
Tsoi fails with the takedown.#T3#
Tsoi lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Tsoi misses with a low kick as Alvado jumps back.
Alvado is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight.
Tsoi throws a push kick but Alvado slaps the foot to one side.
Alvado shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Tsoi scores with a leg kick.
Tsoi drops his hands momentarily and Alvado takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Alvado is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Alvado misses with a wild body shot.
Tsoi lands with a nice body punch.
Tsoi shoots in looking for a takedown but Alvado manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Tsoi's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Alvado moves out of range of the leg kick from Tsoi.
Tsoi throws a body kick that misses.
Alvado misses with an uppercut.
Alvado with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Tsoi to score with a decent uppercut.
Alvado takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section. #T4#
Alvado takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Alvado slips a straight right by Tsoi.
Alvado staying out of range there.
Alvado swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Alvado takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Alvado throws a sloppy head kick and Tsoi moves out of range easily.
Tsoi avoids a kick to the body.
Alvado ducks under a wild hook from Tsoi.
Alvado looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Alvado throws a head kick that misses.
Tsoi now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Tsoi jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Alvado misses with a hook
and Tsoi counters with a straight right hand.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Alvado, as that shot connected.
Tsoi throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Alvado counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Tsoi jabs Alvado to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Tsoi misses with a looping right.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Viktor Tsoi dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Tsoi misses with a body kick.
The fighters circle momentarily. Tsoi darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Tsoi lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Tsoi looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Tsoi thows a left - swing and a miss!
Alvado throws a hook but Tsoi blocks it.
Alvado blocks a leg kick.
Nice defenses there by Tsoi.
Tsoi feints a counter leg kick.
A telegraphed right hand from Tsoi misses the target.
Tsoi jabs at Alvado's body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tsoi uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Alvado.
Alvado misses with an uppercut. Tsoi saw that one coming.
A cross from Tsoi lands.
A chopping leg kick lands by Tsoi.
Viktor Tsoi seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Alvado uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tsoi. #T1#
Tsoi fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Tsoi scores with a nice strike.
Tsoi is looking to clinch.
Alvado throwing a counter right hand but Tsoi manages to avoid it.
A jab from Alvado finds it's way through Tsoi's defenses.
Alvado throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Tsoi on the side of the head.
Alvado slips under a jab from Tsoi.
Nice defenses there by Alvado.
Tsoi misses with an uppercut.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Alvado might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Alvado checks a leg kick nicely.
Tsoi throws the kick towards the body but Alvado avoids it.
Tsoi throws a shot to the body.
Tsoi tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Alvado was well out of range. Poor timing from Tsoi.
Tsoi gets off balance looking for a body kick
letting Alvado counter with a right hand.
Alvado misses with a series of wild punches.
Tsoi looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#T2#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Alvado slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Tsoi fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Alvado drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Tsoi lands with a nice body punch.
Alvado moves forwards but Tsoi connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Tsoi fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Alvado has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
The step up in weight doesn't seem to be a problem for Tsoi. He's performing admirably here against the bigger man.
Tsoi looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Alvado walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Tsoi checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Tsoi cracks Alvado with a good jab.
Nice straight punches there by Tsoi. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Tsoi.
Tsoi ducks under a wild hook from Alvado.
Tsoi lands a nice looking kick to the body. Alvado takes a step back to recover.
Alvado walks into a jab.#T3#
Nice straight punches there by Tsoi. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Tsoi.
Alvado dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Alvado throws a low kick but Tsoi moves out of range easily.
Tsoi swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Tsoi lands with a thumping leg kick.
Alvado ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tsoi moves away.
Alvado takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Tsoi cracks the inside of Alvado's front leg.
Tsoi misses with a body shot.
Alvado swings for the body but Tsoi moves out of range.
Alvado throws a body shot but no joy.
Tsoi moves out of range as Alvado strikes.
An inside leg kick from Tsoi misses.
Alvado was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Alvado keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tsoi.#T4#
Tsoi fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Alvado manages to avoid it.
Alvado throwing a counter right hand but Tsoi manages to avoid it.
Alvado misses with a body kick.
Tsoi scores with a hook to the body. Alvado takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Alvado moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Alvado slips under a jab.
Alvado throwing a counter right hand but Tsoi manages to avoid it.
Tsoi connects with an inside leg kick.
Alvado's jab looks to have found its range, popping Tsoi under the eye.
Tsoi throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tsoi lands with an overhand left.
Tsoi has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Jab from Tsoi.
Tsoi lands with a right hand.
Alvado throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tsoi is looking to land body kicks.
Alvado avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Viktor Tsoi 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!
#R3#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Tsoi fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Alvado has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Alvado misses with a hook. Tsoi ducked under it nicely.
Alvado listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Alvado defending well as Tsoi loads up on a big left hand.
Alvado steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tsoi.
Good work by Alvado as he checks the leg kick.
Tsoi works Alvado's body with a nice hook.
Tsoi dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Alvado misses with a straight right.
Tsoi throws out a loose jab but Alvado uses good head movement to avoid it.
Alvado throwing a counter right hand but Tsoi manages to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tsoi thuds a left hand into Alvado's body.
Alvado moves out of range of the strikes.
Tsoi pushes Alvado away with a front kick.
Tsoi misses with a looping right.
Tsoi bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#T1#
Tsoi takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Alvado looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Tsoi throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Alvado slips under a jab from Tsoi.
Tsoi uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Alvado.
Tsoi lands a right hook to the body.
Alvado throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Tsoi.
Alvado throws an off balance right hand
and Tsoi counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Alvado throws a wild body kick that Tsoi sees coming a mile off.
Tsoi displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Alvado throws out the jab.
Tsoi doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Alvado misses with a left hand
and Tsoi counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Alvado listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Nice shot by Tsoi.
Tsoi uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Alvado.#T2#
Alvado takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tsoi looks to land a body kick but Alvado moved away.
Alvado jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Tsoi misses the shot to the body.
Tsoi swings away with a body shot that misses
and Alvado counters with a straight right hand.
Alvado throws a body shot but no joy.
The fighters circle momentarily. Tsoi darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Tsoi swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Tsoi throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Tsoi attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
As Tsoi backs away, Alvado returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Tsoi feints and then cracks Alvado's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Alvado down.
Tsoi delivers a nice body kick.
Alvado misses with a shot to the body
enabling Tsoi to counter with a crisp jab.
Tsoi wants to land a leg kick but Alvado is out of range.
Alvado avoids the body shot from Tsoi.
Alvado is looking to counter with a body kick.#T3#
Tsoi jabs Alvado to the body, keeping him at a distance.
A slapping leg kick lands for Tsoi.
Tsoi scores with a hook.
Tsoi scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Alvado doesn't seem bothered though.
Alvado keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A thudding body kick lands there by Tsoi!
Good leg kick by Tsoi there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Tsoi fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Alvado looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Tsoi throws a hook to the side of Alvado's head but Alvado sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tsoi. Alvado does a little dance to reset his feet.
A jab from Alvado does it's job there.
Tsoi takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Alvado moves out of range of the strikes.#T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tsoi throws a leg kick which misses Alvado's front leg but catches the back leg as Alvado tries to avoid it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Alvado. Tsoi does a little dance to reset his feet.
Alvado's jab looks to have found its range, popping Tsoi under the eye.
Tsoi throws a wild body kick that Alvado sees coming a mile off.
Tsoi throws an off balance right hand
and Alvado counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Tsoi throws a predictable looking body shot
and Alvado counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Tsoi moves out of range of the leg kick from Alvado.
Alvado will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Nice shot by Tsoi.
Tsoi will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Tsoi lands a nice hook to Alvado's body. Alvado takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Tsoi swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Tsoi blocks a jab.
Alvado throws a head kick that misses.
Tsoi appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Tsoi thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Alvado if he has to take too many more of those.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Viktor Tsoi really dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R4#
Alvado blocks a jab.
Alvado throwing a counter right hand but Tsoi manages to avoid it.
A solid body kick from Tsoi.
Tsoi misses with an uppercut.
Alvado fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Tsoi is out of range.
Alvado jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Alvado misses with a hook.
Tsoi looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Tsoi takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Tsoi goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Alvado moves out of range of the leg kick from Tsoi.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Alvado tries a low kick but Tsoi avoids it.
Tsoi scores with a kick to the body.
Tsoi scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
A good leg kick by Tsoi.
Tsoi lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.#T1#
Tsoi throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Alvado on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Alvado tries a head kick but it misses.
Tsoi is looking to clinch.
Tsoi scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Tsoi misses with a straight right.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Tsoi, right into the meat.
Tsoi wants to clinch.
Alvado appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Alvado lands a jab to Tsoi's midsection.#T2#
Tsoi misses with a straight left.
Alvado staying out of range there.
Tsoi attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Tsoi turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
A clash of legs there as Alvado blocks the low kick.
Alvado moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Tsoi throws a leg kick
and Alvado counters with a nice uppercut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Alvado checks a leg kick.
Tsoi uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Alvado.
Alvado punishes Tsoi's body with a nice straight punch.
Alvado misses with a head kick.
Alvado swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Alvado with a nice cross.#T3#
Tsoi scoring well with a low kick there.
Tsoi fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Alvado is out of range.
Tsoi looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Tsoi swings for the body but Alvado moves out of range.
Alvado walks into a straight right hand from Tsoi.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Tsoi.
Alvado drops his hands momentarily and Tsoi takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Tsoi has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Alvado.
Alvado tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tsoi was well out of range. Poor timing from Alvado.
Alvado tries a head kick but it misses.
Tsoi digs a good body shot into Alvado's ribs.
Tsoi scoring well with a low kick there.
Alvado misses with a hook to the body
and Tsoi counters with a straight right hand.#T4#
Tsoi paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
A nice inside leg kick there by Tsoi. That's going to slow Alvado down.
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!
That kick from Tsoi tenderised Alvado's leg. Alvado is trying to keep his angry face on.
Tsoi connects with a looping right hand.
Alvado just misses with a punch to the body.
A left lands for Tsoi.
Alvado cracks Tsoi with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Alvado tries to land a front kick but Tsoi steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Tsoi throws a hook to the side of Alvado's head but Alvado sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Tsoi misses with a lunging right hand
and Tsoi takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Alvado on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Tsoi. Tsoi obviously looking to wear him down.
Tsoi misses with a shot to the body
enabling Alvado to counter with a crisp jab.
Alvado takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Viktor Tsoi dominated that fourth round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R5#
Alvado on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Tsoi moves out of range as Alvado throws a body kick.
Tsoi cracks Alvado with a good jab.
Tsoi lands a nice shot that snaps Alvado's head back.
Tsoi pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Alvado appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Alvado takes one to the chin there.
Tsoi wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Alvado wants to clinch up but Tsoi keeps it at a distance.
Tsoi moves out of range of the strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Alvado takes one to the chin there.
Tsoi 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.
Alvado slips a jab from Tsoi.
Alvado throws a body shot but no joy.
Tsoi blocks a head kick by Alvado. #T1#
Alvado has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Tsoi.
Tsoi thuds his shin into the meat of Alvado's side.
Tsoi bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Tsoi.
Tsoi misses with a wild body shot.
Tsoi lands with a hook. Alvado tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Tsoi finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Tsoi lands a jab to Alvado's midsection.
Tsoi fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Alvado looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Alvado throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Alvado ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Tsoi is looking to slow Alvado down with leg kicks.
Alvado checks a low kick from Tsoi.
Pablo Alvado has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Viktor Tsoi is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Alvado moves out of range of the body kick from Tsoi.
Tsoi lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Tsoi. Alvado shrugs it off though.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Alvado ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tsoi moves away.
An inside leg kick lands from Tsoi.
The fighters circling - Alvado throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Tsoi fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Alvado looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Tsoi avoids the body shot from Alvado.
Tsoi swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Tsoi getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Alvado throws the kick towards the body but Tsoi avoids it.
Tsoi with a nice cross.
Tsoi scores with a nice head shot.#T3#
Tsoi dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Tsoi lands with a good body shot.
Alvado misses with a wild body shot.
Tsoi misses with a body shot.
Tsoi scores with a jab to the body.
Alvado looks to land a right hand but Tsoi moved out of range.
Alvado misses with a few strikes there.
A lazy left from Tsoi finds it's target.
Tsoi throws a low kick but Alvado avoids it.
Tsoi cracks a nice hook into Alvado's ribs.
Alvado throws a wild body kick that Tsoi sees coming a mile off.
Tsoi lands a nice shot that snaps Alvado's head back. #T4#
Tsoi lands with a thumping leg kick.
Tsoi throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Alvado avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Alvado takes a swing at Tsoi's ribcage but misses.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Alvado takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Tsoi stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Alvado misses the shot to the body.
Tsoi throws out a powerful jab.
A chopping leg kick lands by Tsoi.
Alvado misses with a hook
and Tsoi counters with a solid body kick.
Jab by Tsoi.
Tsoi lands with a good body shot.
Alvado throws a jab when Tsoi was well out of range.

And that's the end of the fight!
Viktor Tsoi comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Tsoi 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 Phil Schofield scores the fight 45:50
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 45:50
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 45:50

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

Event: EVO 308:
Date: Apr 05, 2017

#R1#
Bardanos displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tsoi throws out the jab.
Tsoi has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Bardanos is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Bardanos lands an overhand right.
Bardanos checks a leg kick.
Tsoi is looking to score with low kicks.
A big left from Tsoi misses.
No luck for Bardanos with that takedown attempt.
Tsoi showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Bardanos.
Tsoi throws a wild body kick that Bardanos sees coming a mile off.
Bardanos throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tsoi sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Bardanos backing away here, and Tsoi unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Tsoi thows a body kick. Bardanos tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Tsoi misses with a kick to the body #TD#
and Bardanos counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Tsoi is controlling Bardanos's posture.
Tsoi is trying to keep Bardanos in close.
Bardanos missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Bardanos scoring with punches to the head and body.
Tsoi has Bardanos pulled in close to control his posture.
Bardanos throws a big elbow that misses.
Tsoi has Bardanos pulled in close to control his posture.
Bardanos not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Tsoi looking to control. #SUB2#
Bardanos avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Bardanos wants to control from the top but Tsoi keeps moving. #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.
Tsoi pulls Bardanos in close to his closed guard and prevents Bardanos from doing any damage or advancing position.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Tsoi being controlled here, momentarily. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Bardanos.
Tsoi dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Bardanos jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A swing and a miss from Bardanos.
Bardanos looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Bardanos throws the left hand but Tsoi avoids the punch easily.
Tsoi throws a low kick but Bardanos avoids it.
Bardanos misses with a wild combination.
Tsoi loads up on a big right hand but Bardanos slips the punch.#TD#
Bardanos drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.#T3#
Bardanos being controlled here momentarily. #SUB2#
Bardanos got a little sloppy there for a moment and Tsoi has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Bardanos has managed to get both his arms back between Tsoi's legs - danger averted.
Tsoi has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Bardanos is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Tsoi is pulling down on Bardanos's head to control his posture.
Bardanos passes into half guard.
Bardanos takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.#T4#
Tsoi is concentrating on defense, preventing Bardanos from advancing position.
Bardanos wants to take a breather but Tsoi is having none of it.
Bardanos is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Tsoi is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Bardanos is thwarting Tsoi's attempts to control the position.#SUB2#
Tsoi looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Tsoi has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Bardanos is working away from the top position though.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bardanos scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Boreste Bardanos dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Bardanos.
Tsoi misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bardanos.
Tsoi throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Bardanos misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Tsoi looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Tsoi waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bardanos.
Bardanos shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Tsoi but Tsoi pushes him off and we're back to square one.
A big left from Tsoi misses.
Bardanos tries to score a power double leg takedown but Tsoi sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Bardanos somewhat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Boreste Bardanos. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bardanos shoots in and drives through. Tsoi sprawls well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bardanos scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Tsoi doesn't seem bothered though.
Viktor Tsoi seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Tsoi swings for the body but Bardanos moves out of range.
Bardanos is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Tsoi can do to turn this around?
Bardanos swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Viktor Tsoi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tsoi throws a lazy body kick
and Bardanos counters with a straight right hand.
Tsoi misses with a low kick.
Horrible takedown attempt by Bardanos or perhaps it was just good defense by Tsoi, which made it look bad. #T1#
Tsoi throws a body punch but Bardanos moves out of range.
Tsoi throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tsoi throws a leg kick but Bardanos sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Tsoi uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bardanos.
A telegraphed right hand from Tsoi misses the target.
Tsoi stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Tsoi wants it to stay on the feet.
A clash of legs there as Bardanos blocks the low kick.#TD#
Bardanos throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Tsoi tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Bardanos is in Tsoi's guard.
Bardanos postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Tsoi working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Bardanos.
Bardanos with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Tsoi controls Bardanos momentarily but Bardanos frees himself.
Bardanos wants to control from the top but Tsoi keeps moving. #T2#
Bardanos scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Tsoi is trying to control the position but Bardanos postures up.
Bardanos scoring with punches to the head and body.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Tsoi is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Bardanos defends well.
Bardanos trying to control the position from guard on top but Tsoi is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Bardanos is really struggling to control Tsoi but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Bardanos working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #T3##SUB2#
Bardanos got a little sloppy there for a moment and Tsoi has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Bardanos has managed to get both his arms back between Tsoi's legs - danger averted.
Bardanos looking to pass the guard.
Tsoi is trying to hold Bardanos in close to prevent damage but Bardanos has managed to pass into half guard.
Tsoi works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB2#
Tsoi looking for a guillotine here but Bardanos defends easily.
Bardanos 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.
Bardanos working some strikes from top position.#T4#
Bardanos loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Bardanos throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Tsoi works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Bardanos working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Tsoi's head.#SUB2#
Tsoi looking for a guillotine here but Bardanos defends easily.
Tsoi has control of Bardanos's left arm, preventing Bardanos from doing any damage.
Bardanos postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Tsoi holds on and takes a little breather.
Bardanos postures up and lands a big shot to Tsoi's brow.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Boreste Bardanos dominated that second round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R3#
A swing and a miss from Bardanos.
Tsoi swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Bardanos shoots in but no luck this time.
Bardanos fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Tsoi takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Tsoi fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bardanos manages to avoid it.
Tsoi motions for Bardanos to come forward. Tsoi throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Tsoi misses with a low kick.
Bardanos throws a right hand that Tsoi ducks under and follows up with a left that Tsoi also avoids with ease.
Tsoi throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Bardanos goes for a double leg but Tsoi avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Tsoi continues to drive forward.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Boreste Bardanos. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Tsoi connects with the punch.
Bardanos avoids a kick to the body.
A little feinted left hand from Bardanos on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Bardanos shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Bardanos was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tsoi is looking to reverse the position.
Bardanos working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards. #T1#
Bardanos takes a little break here. Tsoi wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Tsoi struggling a bit here.
Bardanos trying to control the position but Tsoi is working away.
Bardanos working away.
Tsoi manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Tsoi is not content to let Bardanos control the position.
Tsoi keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Tsoi trying to control but Bardanos postures up. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Tsoi is looking to improve his position.
Tsoi wants to control but Bardanos is keeping busy.
Bardanos not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Bardanos is taking a breather. Tsoi 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.#SUB2#
Tsoi looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Tsoi tries to get to full guard but Bardanos has control of the leg.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.#T3#
Tsoi is refusing to be controlled, as Bardanos sits in half guard. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Tsoi scores with a kick to the midsection.
Tsoi tried to score with a low kick but Bardanos checks it.
Nice takedown defense from Tsoi. No joy for Bardanos on that attempt.
Bardanos looks to land a right hand but Tsoi moved out of range.
A nice leg kick lands there from Tsoi.
Tsoi missing with a left hand there. Bardanos was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Bardanos closes this distance looking for a takedown but Tsoi circles away.
A swing and a miss from Tsoi.
Bardanos appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#T4#
Tsoi lands with an uppercut that bounces Bardanos off the cage and back into range.
Tsoi throws a front kick aimed at Bardanos's knee but Bardanos avoids it well.
Nice uppercut lands for Tsoi. That snapped Bardanos's head back.
Tsoi avoids the body shot from Bardanos.
Tsoi scores with a body shot.
Tsoi cracks Bardanos with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Bardanos cracks Tsoi with a right hand to the side of the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tsoi just misses with a punch to the body.
Bardanos lands with a good body shot.
Bardanos fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
A low kick from Tsoi misses
letting Bardanos counter with a right hand.
Bardanos uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tsoi.
Bardanos cracks Tsoi with a right hand to the side of the head.
Bardanos shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Tsoi pinned against the cage. Tsoi gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
A shot to the body from Bardanos misses
and Tsoi finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Bardanos looks to land a right hand but Tsoi moved out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close third round but Viktor Tsoi just about did enough to take it.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R4#
Nice defenses there by Bardanos.
Tsoi just misses with a punch to the body.
Tsoi fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Bardanos.
Tsoi swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Bardanos defending well as Tsoi loads up on a big left hand.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Bardanos.
Tsoi throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bardanos sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Tsoi lands a front kick.
Some bone on bone action there as Bardanos checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Bardanos wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Tsoi tries to clinch up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tsoi misses with an uppercut #TD#
so Bardanos counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Tsoi seems keen to control Bardanos's posture.
Bardanos scoring with punches to the head and body.
Bardanos throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Tsoi works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #T1#
Tsoi is trying to keep Bardanos in close. #SUB2#
Bardanos got a little sloppy there for a moment and Tsoi has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Bardanos has managed to get both his arms back between Tsoi's legs - danger averted.
Bardanos trying to control the position from guard on top but Tsoi is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Tsoi is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB2#
Tsoi looking for a guillotine here but Bardanos defends easily.
Tsoi keeping moving, preventing Bardanos from controlling successfully. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Tsoi controlling the position.
Tsoi controls Bardanos momentarily but Bardanos frees himself. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Tsoi throws a leg kick but Bardanos checks it.
Tsoi throws the left hand but Bardanos avoids the punch easily.
Bardanos slips under a jab from Tsoi.
Tsoi throws a chopping leg kick but Bardanos manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Bardanos drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Bardanos throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Tsoi's waist but Tsoi gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Bardanos off to one side.
Tsoi swings for the body but Bardanos moves out of range.
Bardanos went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
The crowd cheers as Bardanos lands an impressive looking overhand right. Tsoi doesn't seem phased though.
Tsoi tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Bardanos is able to avoid easily.
Tsoi lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Tsoi throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #T3#
Tsoi paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Bardanos with a nice cross.
Bardanos throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Tsoi's waist but Tsoi gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Bardanos off to one side.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Boreste Bardanos. That's going to take a lot out of him.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Bardanos crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Tsoi - the referee stops the clock and Bardanos gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Tsoi. Bardanos manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Tsoi misses with a jab to the body
letting Bardanos counter with a right hand.
Tsoi feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Bardanos's calf.
Bardanos throws a body shot but no joy.
Bardanos waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tsoi.
Tsoi throws out a counter right but Bardanos avoids it with no problem.
Bardanos throws a right and a left that Tsoi avoids nicely.
Tsoi looks to land a left hand but Bardanos moved out of range nicely.
Tsoi scores with a body shot.
Tsoi slips a jab and a cross from Bardanos.
Tsoi fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bardanos manages to avoid it.
Bardanos throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Bardanos's jab looks to have found its range, popping Tsoi under the eye.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tsoi stuffs the takedown attempt from Bardanos. Bardanos gets slowly back to his feet. #T4#
Tsoi connects with a body shot.#TD#
Bardanos feints and as Tsoi raises his hands in defense, Bardanos changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Tsoi has control of Bardanos's left arm, preventing Bardanos from doing any damage.
Bardanos wants to control from the top but Tsoi keeps moving.
Bardanos works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Tsoi is trying to maintain the position but Bardanos is very close to passing his half guard.
Bardanos lands strikes from half guard.
Bardanos missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close fourth round but I would say that Boreste Bardanos will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R5#
Tsoi tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bardanos was well out of range. Poor timing from Tsoi.
Bardanos throws a sloppy body shot
and Tsoi connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Tsoi scores with a nice body kick.
Bardanos goes for a double leg but Tsoi avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Tsoi continues to drive forward.
Bardanos checks a low kick from Tsoi.
Bardanos was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Bardanos goes for a double leg but Tsoi avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Tsoi continues to drive forward.
Bardanos lands with a good body shot.
Tsoi lands a body shot.
A big right from Tsoi misses.
Bardanos misses with a takedown attempt - Tsoi sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Boreste Bardanos. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Tsoi throws a nice inside leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tsoi lands with a shot to the body.
Bardanos misses with the combination.
Tsoi swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Nice takedown defense from Tsoi. No joy for Bardanos on that attempt. #T1#
Bardanos fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Tsoi throws a jab when Bardanos was well out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tsoi. Bardanos does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bardanos appears to be looking for a big counter.
Tsoi lands a jab to Bardanos's midsection.
Bardanos avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Tsoi misses with an uppercut. Bardanos saw that one coming.
Nice takedown defense from Tsoi. No joy for Bardanos on that attempt.
Tsoi fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Bardanos has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Bardanos 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.
Bardanos swinging wildly here.
Tsoi throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tsoi lands a slapping body shot.
Tsoi uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bardanos.
Bardanos tries to score a power double leg takedown but Tsoi sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Bardanos somewhat.
Viktor Tsoi has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Tsoi scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Tsoi misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bardanos.
A big left from Tsoi misses.
Tsoi swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A quick step to the side and Bardanos tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bardanos has a takedown stuffed.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tsoi throws a hook but Bardanos avoids it easily.
Bardanos blocks the body kick.
Tsoi throws a lazy right hand but Bardanos sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
An attempted straight right counter from Bardanos misses the target.
Tsoi wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Bardanos checks a leg kick.
Bardanos takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Tsoi looks to land a right hand but Bardanos moved out of range.
Horrible takedown attempt by Bardanos or perhaps it was just good defense by Tsoi, which made it look bad.
A nice side step and Tsoi releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.#T3#
Bardanos takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Bardanos throws a right hand that Tsoi ducks under and follows up with a left that Tsoi also avoids with ease.
Bardanos shoots in for a takedown but Tsoi shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Tsoi pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Tsoi throws a jab but it's blocked by Bardanos.
Bardanos changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Bardanos will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Tsoi swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Bardanos misses with a takedown attempt - Tsoi sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Tsoi throws a quick inside leg kick.
Tsoi throws an overhand right that lands on Bardanos's shoulder, as Bardanos tries to avoid the shot.
Bardanos avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#TD2#
Bardanos gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Tsoi to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Tsoi is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#T4#
Tsoi is continuing to stall.
Tsoi trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Tsoi tries to free his leg and advance position but Bardanos is retaining full guard.
Bardanos lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB2#
Bardanos got a little sloppy there for a moment and Tsoi has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Bardanos has managed to get both his arms back between Tsoi's legs - danger averted.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 48:47
Judge William Gold scores the fight 49:46
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 48:47

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

Event: EVO 303: Tsoi vs Saibot
Date: Mar 09, 2017

#R1#
Some wild striking there from Saibot.
Saibot slips under a jab from Tsoi.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Saibot! But no joy.
Tsoi throws a shot to the body.
Tsoi throws a leg kick #TD2#
and Saibot counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Saibot throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Tsoi works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Tsoi has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Saibot trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Saibot in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Tsoi pulls Saibot in to control the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Saibot sitting in guard here, content to control.
Saibot trying to control the position from guard on top but Tsoi is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Tsoi working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Saibot doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Saibot manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Saibot missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Saibot has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#T1#
Tsoi is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Saibot controls from within his opponent's guard.
Tsoi controlling the position.#SUB#
Tsoi had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Saibot defends it easily.
Tsoi is trying to control the position but Saibot postures up.
Saibot working some strikes from top position.
Saibot trying to control but Tsoi is working from the bottom. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Tsoi utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Saibot postures up in Tsoi's guard and throws a big left but Tsoi blocks it.
Saibot wants to control from the top but Tsoi keeps moving.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Saibot throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tsoi is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
A swing and a miss from Saibot.
Tsoi is looking to slow Saibot down with leg kicks.
Saibot thows a left - swing and a miss!
Tsoi tried to score with a low kick but Saibot checks it.
Saibot checks a leg kick nicely.
Tsoi misses with a body kick.
Saibot 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.
Tsoi throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tsoi tries to land a leg kick but Saibot saw it coming and moves away.
Saibot misses the shot to the body. #T3#
Saibot swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Saibot takes a swing at Tsoi's ribcage but misses.
Saibot misses with a body shot.
Tsoi works Saibot's body with a nice hook.
Saibot is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tsoi.
Saibot misses with a straight left.
Saibot keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tsoi uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Saibot.
Tsoi bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Tsoi misses with a leg kick.
Tsoi throws a leg kick but Saibot moved away.
Tsoi throws a body punch but Saibot moves out of range.
Tsoi moves into range and connects with a jab.
Tsoi misses with a lunging right hand
and Saibot counters with a nice uppercut.
Saibot throws a jab but it's blocked by Tsoi.
Tsoi bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Saibot tries for a takedown but Tsoi sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Tsoi lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Saibot getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Saibot misses with a straight left. #T4#
Tsoi takes a swing at Saibot's ribcage but misses.
Saibot throws a shot from downtown. Tsoi moves away and avoids it.
Tsoi on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Viktor Tsoi is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Saibot throws a right hand that misses
and Tsoi connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Tsoi misses with a low kick.
Tsoi keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tsoi throws a leg kick but Saibot moved away.
Saibot checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Saibot avoids a kick to the body.
Saibot slips under a jab.
Tsoi throws a leg kick
and Saibot counters with a stiff right hand.
Viktor Tsoi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tsoi fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Saibot has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Tsoi connects with an inside leg kick.
Saibot missing with a left hand there. Tsoi was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Saibot loads up on a big right hand but Tsoi slips the punch.
Tsoi walks into a straight right hand from Saibot.
Saibot bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Saibot blocks a jab.
Saibot scores with a nice right hand.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Noob Saibot will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Horrible takedown attempt by Saibot or perhaps it was just good defense by Tsoi, which made it look bad.
Viktor Tsoi is winning the standup battle so far.
Saibot on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Saibot throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Saibot ducks under a wild hook from Tsoi.
Tsoi misses with a looping left.
Saibot throws out a counter right but Tsoi avoids it with no problem.
Tsoi wants to land a leg kick but Saibot is out of range.
Saibot misses the shot to the body.
Saibot ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.#TD2#
Saibot feints and as Tsoi raises his hands in defense, Saibot changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Tsoi keeping moving, preventing Saibot from controlling successfully.
Tsoi is pulling down on Saibot's head to control his posture.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Saibot trying to control the position from guard on top but Tsoi is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Tsoi utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #T1#
Tsoi is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Saibot postures up in Tsoi's guard and throws a big left but Tsoi blocks it.
Saibot trying to control but Tsoi is working from the bottom.
Saibot missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Saibot trying to control but Tsoi is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Saibot throws a big shot that misses.
Saibot missing with a left hand there. Tsoi was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Saibot is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Saibot moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Tsoi tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Saibot is able to avoid easily.
Saibot has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Tsoi is looking to land body kicks.
Tsoi scores with the left hand. Saibot knows he should have avoided that one. #T2#
Saibot fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
A jab from Tsoi misses.
Tsoi connects with an inside leg kick.
Tsoi misses with a straight right.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Tsoi lets loose with a powerful body kick. Saibot will feel that in the morning.
Tsoi throws a lazy uppercut
enabling Saibot to counter with a crisp jab.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tsoi scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Saibot throws a shot to the body.
Saibot scores with a jab.
No joy there for Saibot, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Saibot slips a jab from Tsoi.
A thudding body kick lands there by Tsoi!
Saibot with a body punch. A glancing blow.
A shot to the liver by Tsoi. Beautiful body shot.
Saibot on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Tsoi misses with a hook.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tsoi. Saibot does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tsoi pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A slapping leg kick lands for Tsoi. #T3#
Saibot swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tsoi swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Saibot doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Tsoi lands a nice shot to the body.
Saibot ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Saibot misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
It looked like Tsoi wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Saibot lands a jab to the head.
Saibot lands a head shot.
Saibot fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Tsoi on the side of the head.
Tsoi throws a poor cross that misses
and Saibot counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Saibot looks to land a right hand but Tsoi moved out of range.
Tsoi steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Saibot.
Tsoi throws a lazy right hand but Saibot sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Tsoi throws the kick towards the body but Saibot avoids it.
Tsoi scores with a crisp jab that stopped Saibot in his tracks.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tsoi lunges at Saibot with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Saibot's hand.
Saibot ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A slow jab from Saibot misses its intended target. #T4#
Tsoi lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Saibot at a distance.
Tsoi checks a leg kick.
Saibot ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Tsoi ducks under a wild hook from Saibot.
Tsoi fires out a quick counter leg kick but Saibot just manages to avoid it.
Tsoi lands a lovely overhand right.#TD2#
Saibot looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Noob Saibot has got the better of the ground game so far.
Saibot is keen to just control but Tsoi is a slippery customer.
Tsoi trying to control here.
Saibot passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Tsoi!
Tsoi working to try and regain half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Noob Saibot will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R3#
Saibot tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tsoi was well out of range. Poor timing from Saibot.
Tsoi misses with a left hand
and Saibot counters with a nice body shot.
Tsoi throws a front kick that sends Saibot stumbling back into the cage.
Tsoi scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Saibot tests Tsoi's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Tsoi misses with a leg kick
and Tsoi takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Tsoi looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Saibot throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Saibot jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Nice straight punches there by Saibot. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Saibot.
Saibot scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Tsoi lands with a right hand.
Tsoi lands the left hand.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Saibot uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tsoi.
Saibot with the counter takedown but Tsoi avoids it easily.
Saibot stuns Tsoi with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Tsoi is looking to slow Saibot down with leg kicks.
Tsoi takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Tsoi throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tsoi pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.#T1#
Saibot misses with a hook.
Tsoi pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Saibot keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tsoi.
Tsoi takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Tsoi pivots, looking for a leg kick but Saibot is out of range and Tsoi settles back down.
Saibot avoids the body shot from Tsoi.
Saibot misses the jab.
Saibot swings away with a body shot that misses
and Tsoi counters with a nice uppercut.
Tsoi lands with an overhand left.
Nice takedown defense from Tsoi. No joy for Saibot on that attempt.
Tsoi throws a hook to the side of Saibot's head but Saibot sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Saibot throws a big shot that misses.
Tsoi swings for the body but Saibot moves out of range.
Tsoi misses with a wild body shot.
Tsoi scores with a shot to the body.
Saibot throws a hook but Tsoi avoids it easily.
Tsoi connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Saibot's hands.
Tsoi drops his hands momentarily and Saibot takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. #T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Saibot takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Tsoi lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Tsoi slips a straight right by Saibot.
Saibot looks to throw the jab but Tsoi is out of range.
Saibot's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Tsoi wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Saibot throws a jab but it's blocked by Tsoi.
A swing and a miss from Saibot.
Tsoi sizes up Saibot with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Tsoi slips under a jab.
Tsoi throws a chopping leg kick but Saibot manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Tsoi keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Saibot.
Saibot keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tsoi.
Saibot throws a right and a left that Tsoi avoids nicely.
Saibot is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tsoi.
Tsoi throws the left hand but Saibot avoids the punch easily.
Saibot throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A little feinted left hand from Tsoi on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Tsoi fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Saibot.
Saibot lands a two punch combo. #T3#
Tsoi lands a lovely overhand right.
A jab lands there for Tsoi.
An inside leg kick from Tsoi misses.
Tsoi throws a chopping leg kick but Saibot manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
A slow jab from Tsoi misses its intended target.
Saibot misses with a series of wild punches.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Tsoi.
Tsoi connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Tsoi smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Tsoi ducks under a wild hook from Saibot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Saibot. Tsoi does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tsoi staying out of range there.
Tsoi uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Saibot.
Tsoi throws a low kick but Saibot avoids it.
Tsoi looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.#T4#
Tsoi misses with a looping left.
Tsoi moves out of range of the strikes.
Saibot moves out of range of the body kick from Tsoi.
A looping hook to the body misses from Saibot. Tsoi does a little dance to reset his feet.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Saibot throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Tsoi on the side of the head. #TD2#
Saibot gets a takedown into half guard.
Saibot throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Tsoi trying to control here.
Tsoi is looking to improve his position.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but Viktor Tsoi did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R4##TD2#
Saibot closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Tsoi's guard.
Saibot trying to control but Tsoi is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Tsoi is looking for a triangle but Saibot pushes his legs off easily.
Tsoi has Saibot pulled in close to control his posture.
Tsoi not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Saibot wants to control from the top but Tsoi keeps moving. #SUB#
Tsoi throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Saibot escapes and throws Tsoi's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Tsoi manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!#T1#
Saibot is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Saibot has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Tsoi is working away from the top position though.#SUB2#
Saibot looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Saibot looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Saibot actively working from the bottom here.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Tsoi wants to control but Saibot is keeping him busy.
Tsoi wants to pass to mount but Saibot is defending the position.
Saibot wants to control but Tsoi is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Tsoi sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Saibot moves into full guard. #T3##SUB2#
Tsoi avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Tsoi sitting in guard, not really doing much.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
Tsoi trying to control the position from guard on top but Saibot 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.
Saibot throws a shot from downtown. Tsoi moves away and avoids it.
Tsoi connects with a nice looking jab.
A nice inside leg kick there by Tsoi. That's going to slow Saibot down. #T4#
Tsoi has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Saibot finds it's way round the side to connect with Tsoi's head.
Tsoi is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Saibot.
The crowd cheers as Saibot lands an impressive looking overhand right. Tsoi doesn't seem phased though.
A clash of legs there as Saibot blocks the low kick.
Tsoi keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Saibot misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tsoi.
Saibot misses with a wild body shot.
Saibot ducks under a wild hook from Tsoi.
A swing and a miss from Saibot.
Saibot throws a lazy right hand but Tsoi sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Tsoi feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Tsoi lands with a thumping leg kick.
Tsoi walks into a stiff left hand from Saibot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Saibot takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Saibot slips a jab from Tsoi.
Tsoi scores with a leg kick.
Nice body kick from Tsoi.
Saibot scores with a jab. Tsoi acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Saibot throws a lazy right hand but Tsoi sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Noob Saibot dominated that fourth 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. This is the final round!
#R5#
Tsoi scores with a nice head shot.
Tsoi looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Saibot connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Tsoi throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Saibot sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A clash of legs there as Saibot blocks the low kick.
A little jabbing left from Saibot on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Saibot throws a big shot that misses.
Tsoi shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Tsoi wants to slow Saibot down by chopping away at his legs.
Tsoi looks to throw the jab but Saibot is out of range.
Tsoi throws a leg kick but Saibot sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Saibot lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Tsoi works the jab nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tsoi throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tsoi scores with a shot to the body.
Tsoi takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Tsoi doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A big left from Tsoi misses.
Saibot just misses with a punch to the body. #T1#
Saibot 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.
A left lands for Saibot.
Tsoi cracks Saibot with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Tsoi tests Saibot's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Saibot jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Good leg kick by Tsoi there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Saibot uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tsoi.
Saibot throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tsoi takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Saibot missing with a left hand there. Tsoi was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Tsoi appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Saibot takes a swing at Tsoi's ribcage but misses.
Nice defenses there by Tsoi.
Tsoi connects with the punch.
Saibot drops his hands momentarily and Tsoi takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Tsoi throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Saibot scores with a punch to the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Saibot looks to land a combination but Tsoi avoids it well.
Viktor Tsoi has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Saibot throws a big shot that misses.
Saibot uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tsoi.
It seemed like Saibot was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Tsoi showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Saibot.
Saibot moves out of range of the leg kick from Tsoi.
Tsoi misses the jab.
Tsoi slips a jab from Saibot.
Tsoi throws a leg kick which misses Saibot's front leg but catches the back leg as Saibot tries to avoid it.
Tsoi catches Saibot with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Tsoi scores with a crisp jab that stopped Saibot in his tracks.
Saibot moves into range and connects with a jab.
Tsoi lands a jab to the nose.
Saibot uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tsoi.
Tsoi dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Saibot. That did some damage!
A looping hook to the body misses from Tsoi. Saibot does a little dance to reset his feet.
Saibot just misses with a punch to the body. #T3#
Saibot lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Saibot scores with a jab to the body.
Tsoi is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Tsoi tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Saibot is able to avoid easily.
Saibot throws a hook but Tsoi blocks it.
Tsoi throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Tsoi throws a right hand that misses
and Saibot counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Tsoi bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Saibot just misses with a punch to the body.
Tsoi throws a poor cross that misses
and Saibot counters with a straight right hand.
Saibot throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Saibot checks a leg kick.
Saibot works Tsoi's body with a nice hook.
Saibot bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Tsoi attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Saibot connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Saibot loads up on a big right hand but Tsoi slips the punch.#T4#
Tsoi jabs at Saibot's body.
Tsoi digs a good body shot into Saibot's ribs.
Tsoi avoids the body shot from Saibot.
Saibot ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tsoi moves away.
Saibot staying out of range there.
Tsoi ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Saibot moves away.
A countering left hand to the body from Saibot misses.
Saibot takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Saibot takes one to the side of the head.
Tsoi lands a nice shot to the body.
Saibot is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
Saibot ducks under a wild hook from Tsoi.
Saibot keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Saibot pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Tsoi tried to counter with a leg kick but Saibot avoided it.
Tsoi closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tsoi keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Saibot.
Tsoi moves out of range of the strikes.
Tsoi cracks Saibot with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Tsoi throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.

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 Viktor Tsoi.
I think Saibot has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 47:48
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 47:48
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 47:48

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

Event: EVO 299:Juggernaut vs Joestar
Date: Feb 17, 2017

#R1#
Tsoi attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Tsoi throws a leg kick but Bardanos checks it.
A shot to the liver by Bardanos. Beautiful body shot.
Bardanos slips under a jab.
Bardanos throws a lazy uppercut
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Bardanos misses with a looping right.
Bardanos lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Tsoi connects with a leg kick. Bardanos looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Tsoi's coach down at Keyboard Warriors was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Tsoi's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Tsoi moves out of range as Bardanos strikes.
Tsoi throws a body punch but Bardanos moves out of range.
Bardanos lands a nice hook to Tsoi's body. Tsoi takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Bardanos misses with a lunging right hand
and Tsoi cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Bardanos misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tsoi.
Tsoi uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Bardanos has time to react.
Tsoi slips under a jab.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A good leg kick by Tsoi.
Bardanos misses with a straight right.
Tsoi lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Bardanos at a distance.
Viktor Tsoi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tsoi slips a jab from Bardanos.
Tsoi moves out of range of the strikes.#T1#
Tsoi throws a lazy body kick
and Bardanos counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Tsoi misses the jab.
Tsoi pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Tsoi misses with a body shot
and Bardanos connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Tsoi uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bardanos.
Bardanos bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Tsoi's head.
Tsoi fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Bardanos on the side of the head.
Bardanos bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Bardanos misses with an uppercut. Tsoi saw that one coming.
Bardanos misses with a straight right.
Tsoi moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Viktor Tsoi is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Bardanos is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tsoi.
Tsoi swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Tsoi is looking to chop away at Bardanos's legs.
Tsoi throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Tsoi chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tsoi swings for the body but Bardanos moves out of range.
Bardanos is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Tsoi uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bardanos.
Tsoi throws out a counter right but Bardanos avoids it with no problem.
The fighters circling - Tsoi throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #T2#
Tsoi stuffs the takedown.
A slapping leg kick lands for Tsoi.
Tsoi connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Bardanos lands with an uppercut that bounces Tsoi off the cage and back into range.
Bardanos ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Bardanos fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tsoi manages to avoid it.
Bardanos slips a jab from Tsoi.
Tsoi cracks the inside of Bardanos's front leg.
Bardanos looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Tsoi looks to land a left hand but Bardanos moved out of range nicely.
Tsoi blocks a jab.
That kick from Tsoi tenderised Bardanos's leg. Bardanos is trying to keep his angry face on.#TD#
Bardanos closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Bardanos prevents Tsoi from improving his position.
Tsoi is trying to control but can't.
Tsoi is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T3#
Tsoi is trying to maintain the position but Bardanos is very close to passing his half guard.
Bardanos is taking a breather. Tsoi 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.
Tsoi wants to control but Bardanos is keeping busy.
Tsoi controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Bardanos not doing much here. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Tsoi lands with a thumping leg kick.
Bardanos pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Tsoi back to the cage. Bardanos follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Tsoi 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 Bardanos has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Bardanos and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Tsoi throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Nice jab there from Tsoi.
Bardanos looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Tsoi connects with a looping right hand.
Tsoi lands a jab.
Tsoi throws a leg kick
and Bardanos counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Tsoi swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Tsoi misses with a right hand
and Bardanos counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
A nice leg kick lands there from Tsoi.
Tsoi throws a body punch but Bardanos moves out of range.
Tsoi chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Tsoi throws a right hand that misses
and Tsoi takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Tsoi pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Nice shot lands for Tsoi.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Viktor Tsoi will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
A slapping leg kick lands for Tsoi.
Tsoi looks to land a left hand but Bardanos moved out of range nicely.
Bardanos takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Bardanos throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tsoi thinks about the counter body kick.
Tsoi waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bardanos.
Bardanos misses the shot to the body.
The fighters circling - Bardanos throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Bardanos rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Tsoi counters with a good low kick that Bardanos was not able to check.
Tsoi looks to score with a jab to the body but Bardanos is just out of range.
Tsoi is looking to slow Bardanos down with leg kicks.
Tsoi lands with a thumping leg kick.
Bardanos keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bardanos was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Tsoi misses with a left hand
and Tsoi takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bardanos misses with a takedown attempt - Tsoi sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Tsoi lands a lovely overhand right.
Tsoi throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bardanos was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Tsoi scores with a push kick.#T1#
Tsoi throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Tsoi throws a big shot that misses.
Decent striking displayed by Bardanos there.
Viktor Tsoi seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Tsoi lands with a cross.
Bardanos bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Tsoi's head.
Bardanos walks into a stiff left hand from Tsoi.
Bardanos uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tsoi.
Bardanos throws the left hand but Tsoi avoids the punch easily.
Bardanos misses with a takedown attempt - Tsoi sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Tsoi throws a body kick that misses.
Tsoi looks to throw the jab but Bardanos is out of range.
Bardanos lands with an overhand left.
Tsoi throws a jab but it's blocked by Bardanos.
Tsoi fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Bardanos has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Bardanos takes a swing at Tsoi's ribcage but misses.
Tsoi throws a nice inside leg kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bardanos swings and misses with a hook to the body. #T2#
Tsoi scores with a nice head shot.
Tsoi misses with a straight left.
Tsoi uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bardanos.
Tsoi misses with a right hand
and Bardanos counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Bardanos checks a leg kick.
A good leg kick by Tsoi.
Tsoi uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bardanos.
Nice defenses there by Tsoi.
Tsoi takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Bardanos looks to score with a jab to the body but Tsoi is just out of range.
Tsoi ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bardanos moves away.#TD#
Bardanos throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Tsoi was covering up waiting for the punch and Bardanos finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Tsoi preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #T3#
Bardanos is fighting to break Tsoi's control of his arms but Tsoi is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Tsoi trying to keep a closed guard but Bardanos is proving a slippery customer.
Bardanos wants to pass the guard but Tsoi is keeping the position.
Tsoi seems keen to control Bardanos's posture.
Tsoi is trying to keep Bardanos in close. #SUB2#
Tsoi has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Bardanos can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Tsoi pulls Bardanos in close to prevent any damage. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Bardanos sizes up Tsoi with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Bardanos staying out of range there.
Bardanos lands a jab to the head.
Bardanos throws a body punch but Tsoi moves out of range.
A swing and a miss from Tsoi.
Tsoi throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Tsoi throws a low kick but it's checked well by Bardanos.
Tsoi finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Bardanos scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
A thudding body kick lands there by Tsoi!
Tsoi misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bardanos.
Tsoi attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Viktor Tsoi will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Bardanos's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R3#
Tsoi slips a jab and a cross from Bardanos.
Tsoi misses with a lunging right hand
and Tsoi takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Bardanos ducks under a wild hook from Tsoi.
Bardanos throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Bardanos wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Tsoi scores with a push kick.
Bardanos takes one to the chin there.
Bardanos is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Tsoi is looking to slow Bardanos down with leg kicks.
Bardanos throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tsoi lands with a cross.
Tsoi lands a head shot.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tsoi throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Tsoi throws a hook but Bardanos blocks it.
Bardanos lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Tsoi circles away quickly and effectively.
A combination from Bardanos does no damage.
Good work by Bardanos as he checks the leg kick.
Tsoi looks to land a right hand but Bardanos moved out of range.
Nice sprawl there from Tsoi as Bardanos shoots in.#T1##TD#
Bardanos shoots in and gets a takedown into Tsoi's guard.
Tsoi looking to control.
Bardanos working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Tsoi controlling the position.
Bardanos throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Tsoi works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Tsoi has his hands on Bardanos's head, controlling the position.
Bardanos content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Tsoi is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Tsoi utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #T2#
Tsoi keeping moving, preventing Bardanos from controlling successfully.
Bardanos is fighting to break Tsoi's control of his arms but Tsoi is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Bardanos throws a body shot but no joy.
Tsoi misses with a hook. Bardanos ducked under it nicely.
Bardanos looks to score with a jab to the body but Tsoi is just out of range.
Bardanos looks to score with a jab to the body but Tsoi is just out of range.
Nice defenses there by Bardanos.
Tsoi stuffs the takedown attempt from Bardanos. Bardanos gets slowly back to his feet.
Bardanos throws a lazy right hand but Tsoi sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Tsoi scores with a kick to the midsection.
Tsoi throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bardanos defending well as Tsoi loads up on a big left hand. #T3#
Good work by Bardanos as he checks the leg kick.
Bardanos misses with a body shot.
Bardanos scores with a hook to the body. Tsoi takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Tsoi throws a hook to the side of Bardanos's head but Bardanos sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Bardanos scores with a hook.
Tsoi lands a nice looking body shot.
Tsoi moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. #TD#
Bardanos fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Tsoi to the ground. Bardanos is now in Tsoi's guard.
Tsoi looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Bardanos loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Tsoi is trying to control the position but Bardanos postures up.
Bardanos trying to control but Tsoi is working from the bottom. #T4#
Tsoi is trying to control the position but Bardanos postures up.
Bardanos wants to control from the top but Tsoi keeps moving.
Bardanos 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.
Tsoi pulls Bardanos in to control the position. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Tsoi works Bardanos's body with a nice hook.
Bardanos takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A big left from Bardanos misses.
Tsoi misses with a body kick.
Bardanos lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Bardanos blocks a jab.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but Boreste Bardanos did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R4#
Tsoi misses with a looping right.
Tsoi throws a looping overhand right but Bardanos ducks down to avoid it.
Tsoi looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks. #TD#
Bardanos drives through with a takedown into Tsoi's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Tsoi looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Bardanos is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Tsoi not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Boreste Bardanos overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tsoi keeping moving, preventing Bardanos from controlling successfully.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bardanos controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#T1#
Tsoi keeping moving, preventing Bardanos from controlling successfully.
Tsoi managing to control the position. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Bardanos wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Tsoi feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Bardanos's calf.
Tsoi throws a nice outside leg kick.
Tsoi throws a shot from downtown. Bardanos moves away and avoids it.
Tsoi misses with a hook. Bardanos ducked under it nicely.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Tsoi.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Bardanos is defended easily by Tsoi.#T2#
Tsoi works Bardanos's body with a nice hook.
Tsoi wants to slow Bardanos down by chopping away at his legs.
Tsoi misses with a lunging right hand
and Bardanos counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Bardanos throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tsoi throws a looping overhand right but Bardanos ducks down to avoid it.
Bardanos slips under a jab from Tsoi.
Bardanos uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tsoi.
Tsoi misses with a leg kick.
Tsoi has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
A clash of legs there as Bardanos blocks the low kick.
Tsoi takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A big right from Bardanos misses.
Bardanos throws a body punch but Tsoi moves out of range.
Tsoi takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.#T3#
Bardanos takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Bardanos cracks Tsoi with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
A decent looking cross lands there for Tsoi.
Bardanos digs a good hook to Tsoi's body.
A chopping leg kick lands by Tsoi.
Tsoi cracks Bardanos with a right hand to the side of the head.
Tsoi changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Tsoi throws out a leg kick but Bardanos moves out of range and Tsoi only half commits.
Tsoi avoids the body shot from Bardanos.
Tsoi misses with a hook.#TD#
Bardanos scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tsoi tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Bardanos wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Tsoi wants to control but Bardanos postures up.
Tsoi is looking to regain half guard here but Bardanos keeps moving and retains side control.
Bardanos wants to control but Tsoi is keeping him busy. #T4#
Both fighters take a look at the clock.#SUB#
Bardanos tries for a kimura but Tsoi is defending well.
Bardanos grinds an elbow into Tsoi's temple.
You can see the frustration on Tsoi's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
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 Boreste Bardanos will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R5#
Bardanos has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Tsoi.
Tsoi throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Bardanos misses with an uppercut.
Tsoi swings widly with a right hand
enabling Bardanos to counter with a crisp jab.
Tsoi takes a swing at Bardanos's ribcage but misses.
Tsoi has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Bardanos fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Tsoi misses with a kick to the body.
Tsoi slips a jab and a cross from Bardanos.
Bardanos moves into range and connects with a jab.
Bardanos ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tsoi moves away.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Tsoi! But no joy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tsoi lands with a cross.
Bardanos staying out of range there.
Bardanos checks a leg kick nicely.
Bardanos slips a jab and a cross from Tsoi.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tsoi fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Bardanos checks it well.
Bardanos was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.#T1#
Tsoi throws a body shot but no joy.
Tsoi ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Bardanos throws out a powerful jab.
Bardanos waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tsoi.
Tsoi walks into a straight right hand from Bardanos.
Tsoi takes one on the button.
Tsoi chopping away at his opponent's legs.
A combination from Bardanos does no damage.
Bardanos needs to keep his hands up - Tsoi had a free shot at his head there.
Bardanos scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Bardanos blocks a jab.
Bardanos moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bardanos misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tsoi.
Tsoi lands with a right hand.
Bardanos swings widly with a right hand
and Tsoi counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Tsoi throws a body punch but Bardanos moves out of range. #T2#
Bardanos throws a hook but Tsoi avoids it easily.
Bardanos steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tsoi.
Tsoi pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Sloppy strikes from Bardanos. Those never looked like landing.
Bardanos waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tsoi.
A big left from Bardanos misses.
Tsoi steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Bardanos.
Tsoi takes a swing at Bardanos's ribcage but misses.
Tsoi looks to land a left hand but Bardanos moved out of range nicely.
Good shot there by Bardanos.
Tsoi swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Tsoi misses with a low kick.
Tsoi tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bardanos was well out of range. Poor timing from Tsoi.
Bardanos swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Bardanos cracks Tsoi with a right hand to the side of the head.
A telegraphed right hand from Tsoi misses the target.
Tsoi moves into range and connects with a jab. #T3#
Tsoi slips under a jab from Bardanos.
Bardanos checks a leg kick nicely.
Bardanos throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tsoi sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Tsoi throws a hook but Bardanos blocks it.
Bardanos swings for the body but Tsoi moves out of range.
Bardanos looks to score with a jab to the body but Tsoi is just out of range.
Tsoi steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Bardanos.
Tsoi throws a predictable looking body shot
and Bardanos counters with a straight right hand.
Bardanos tries to bum rush Tsoi with a series of wild strikes but Tsoi uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Tsoi punishes Bardanos's body with a nice straight punch.
Bardanos throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tsoi waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bardanos.
Tsoi lets loose with a powerful body kick. Bardanos will feel that in the morning.
Tsoi cracks the inside of Bardanos's front leg.
Bardanos misses the shot to the body.
Tsoi doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Tsoi scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Bardanos doesn't seem bothered though. #T4#
Bardanos connects with a single shot there.
A slow jab from Bardanos misses its intended target.
Tsoi throws out a token jab with nothing on 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!
Tsoi dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Bardanos. That did some damage!
Bardanos throws an off balance right hand
and Tsoi counters with a straight right hand.
Tsoi needs to keep his hands up - Bardanos had a free shot at his head there.
Bardanos displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tsoi throws out the jab.
Bardanos slips under a jab.
Tsoi takes a swing at Bardanos's ribcage but misses.
Bardanos scores with a crisp jab that stopped Tsoi in his tracks.
Bardanos shoots in and drives through. Tsoi sprawls well.
Tsoi smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Bardanos keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tsoi.
A big left from Bardanos misses.
Tsoi motions for Bardanos to come forward. Tsoi throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Bardanos moves out of range as Tsoi throws a body kick.

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 Boreste Bardanos.
I think Bardanos has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

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

The fight is ruled a draw!
Boreste Bardanos retains his title. It's always disappointing when a championship fight ends as a draw but that's what happens when you leave the fight in the judges hands!

Event: EVO 294
Date: Jan 28, 2017

#R1#
Tsoi throws a body punch but Jokinen moves out of range.
Tsoi fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Jokinen.
Jokinen fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tsoi manages to avoid it.
Jokinen throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Tsoi stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Tsoi feints and then cracks Jokinen's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Jokinen down.
Jokinen misses with a looping right.
Tsoi keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Jokinen.
As Jokinen backs away, Tsoi returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Tsoi attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Tsoi blocks a jab.
Tsoi with a hook.
Jokinen slips a straight right by Tsoi.
Jokinen lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Tsoi is looking to slow Jokinen down with leg kicks.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jokinen takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Tsoi connects with an inside leg kick.
Jokinen dives in for a single leg takedown but Tsoi sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Jokinen takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Tsoi waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Jokinen.#T1#
Tsoi feints and then cracks Jokinen's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Jokinen down.
Tsoi cracks Jokinen with a right hand to the side of the head.
Tsoi tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Tsoi throws a body punch but Jokinen moves out of range.
Jokinen only half commits to the counter leg kick.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Jokinen 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.
Tsoi bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Jokinen's head.
Jokinen walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Tsoi checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Tsoi misses with a straight right.
Jokinen works the jab nicely.
Tsoi checks a leg kick.
A nice inside leg kick there by Jokinen. That's going to slow Tsoi down.
Tsoi throws a leg kick that misses.
Tsoi swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Jokinen.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tsoi. Jokinen does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tsoi slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jokinen shoots in but no luck this time.
Jokinen uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tsoi.
No joy there for Tsoi, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Jokinen only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Viktor Tsoi is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T2#
Jokinen moves away from the strike by Tsoi.
Jokinen slips a straight right by Tsoi.
Jokinen throws a fast counter high kick but Tsoi manages to duck under it in time.
A solid leg kick lands there for Jokinen.
Tsoi moves in looking to clinch but Jokinen pushes him off.
Tsoi keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Viktor Tsoi has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ode Jokinen.
Tsoi scores with the left hand. Jokinen knows he should have avoided that one.
Tsoi punishes Jokinen's body with a nice straight punch.
Jokinen fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Tsoi on the side of the head.
Tsoi connects with a single shot there.
Jokinen avoids the body shot from Tsoi.
Tsoi backing away here, and Jokinen unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Tsoi throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Jokinen walks into a straight right hand from Tsoi.
Tsoi fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Jokinen.
Jokinen swings away with a leg kick that misses.#T3#
Jokinen gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Nice uppercut lands for Tsoi. That snapped Jokinen's head back.
Jokinen wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Tsoi. Jokinen shrugs it off though.
Tsoi dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#TD#
Tsoi drives through with a takedown into Jokinen's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Tsoi stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Jokinen swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Tsoi controlling from the top position.
Tsoi has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Jokinen working a defensive guard here. #SUB2#
Jokinen looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Tsoi passes into half guard. #T4#
Tsoi works his foot free and advances to mount.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Jokinen can't escape the position.
Tsoi wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Tsoi cracks Jokinen with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
Jokinen holding onto his opponent's waist for dear life, as Tsoi tries to land some strikes to get him to release his grip.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Viktor Tsoi 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#
Jokinen listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Jokinen is looking to slow Tsoi down with leg kicks.
Tsoi looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Tsoi throws a leg kick
and Jokinen counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Tsoi throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A nice inside leg kick there by Tsoi. That's going to slow Jokinen down.
Jokinen bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Jokinen moves out of range as Tsoi strikes.
Jokinen keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tsoi.
Jokinen throws a head kick but Tsoi moves out of range.
Jokinen steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tsoi.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tsoi throws a hook but Jokinen blocks it.
Tsoi throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Jokinen counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Tsoi misses with an uppercut. Jokinen saw that one coming.
Viktor Tsoi is winning the standup battle so far.
Jokinen throws a right hand that Tsoi ducks under and follows up with a left that Tsoi also avoids with ease.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Jokinen throws a lazy right hand but Tsoi sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#T1#
Jokinen uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tsoi.
Jokinen looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
A chopping leg kick lands by Tsoi.
Jokinen connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Jokinen 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.
An attempted straight right counter from Tsoi misses the target.
Jokinen moves forwards but Tsoi connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Jokinen walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Jokinen fails to land the takedown.
Tsoi on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Tsoi works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Jokinen has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Tsoi.
Tsoi works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Jokinen tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Tsoi defends well and Jokinen ends up having to push Tsoi into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Tsoi is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Jokinen can do to turn this around?
Jokinen avoids a low kick by using good footwork.#T2#
Tsoi uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Jokinen.
Tsoi digs a good body shot into Jokinen's ribs.
Jokinen ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Tsoi misses with a straight right.
Tsoi misses with a wild body shot.
Tsoi lands a slapping body shot.
Jokinen misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tsoi.
A chopping leg kick lands by Jokinen.
Jokinen thumps Tsoi with a low kick.
Tsoi has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Tsoi there as he acknowledges the shot.
Jokinen checks a leg kick nicely.
Jokinen walks into a jab.
Tsoi jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Tsoi misses with a leg kick.
Tsoi throws a hook but Jokinen blocks it.
Jokinen was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Jokinen tries to land a body kick
and Tsoi counters with a nice body shot.
Jokinen's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.#T3#
Tsoi blocks a leg kick.
Tsoi buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Tsoi misses with a looping right.
Tsoi smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Tsoi ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Tsoi ducks right into an uppercut from Jokinen.
Tsoi throws a nice inside leg kick.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Jokinen.
Tsoi throws a leg kick that is checked#TD2#
and Jokinen counters with a takedown into side control.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tsoi manages to work his way to half guard, despite Jokinen's best efforts.
Jokinen is thwarting Tsoi's attempts to control the position.
Jokinen thows a huge punch but Tsoi dodges it nicely.
Tsoi tries to get to full guard but Jokinen has control of the leg. #T4#
Jokinen works his way into side control.
Jokinen just content to control the position.
Jokinen lands some shots froms side control.
Jokinen working the ground and pound.
Jokinen scoring with punches and elbows.
Tsoi is trying to improve his position.
Jokinen lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Tsoi down.
Tsoi avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Jokinen.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Ode Jokinen will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R3#
Jokinen misses with a body punch
and Tsoi counters with a good low kick that Jokinen was not able to check.
Jokinen listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Jokinen misses with a hook.
Jokinen throws a solid leg kick but Tsoi takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Jokinen.
Jokinen tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Tsoi lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Tsoi fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Jokinen on the side of the head.
Jokinen shoots in but Tsoi avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Jokinen shoots in looking for a takedown. Tsoi tries to sprawl out of it but Jokinen keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Tsoi manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jokinen fails with the takedown
and Jokinen takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Viktor Tsoi has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ode Jokinen.
Tsoi misses with a hook.
Tsoi fails in his attempt to clinch. #T1#
Tsoi throws a hook but Jokinen avoids it easily.
A lazy left from Tsoi finds it's target.
Jokinen throws a body shot but no joy.
Jokinen uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tsoi.
Jokinen checks a low kick from Tsoi.
Jokinen scores with a jab. Tsoi acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #TD2#
Jokinen gets the takedown into side control.
Tsoi tries to improve position but can't.
Jokinen wants to lay and pray for a moment but Tsoi keeps working.
Jokinen in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Tsoi is trying to control Jokinen's posture but Jokinen avoids it.
Tsoi is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Jokinen off and has taken his back!
Ode Jokinen has got the better of the ground game so far.#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tsoi trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
Jokinen tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Jokinen can't escape the position.
Jokinen avoids a series of strikes thrown by Tsoi.
Jokinen is trying to escape the mount.
Tsoi looking to control but Jokinen is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T3#
Jokinen is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Tsoi with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
Jokinen wants to hold on but Tsoi pushes him away.
Jokinen is desperately trying to improve his position but Tsoi has a good base and remains in mount.
Jokinen keeps trying to improve his position.
Jokinen gets back to half guard.#T4#
Jokinen is trying to get back to full guard.
Jokinen trying to control here.
Tsoi works his way into side control.
Jokinen tries to bench press Tsoi off him but Tsoi keeps the position.
Tsoi landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Tsoi has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Jokinen!
Jokinen is trying to escape the mount.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Viktor Tsoi clearly takes that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R4#
Tsoi throws a nice outside leg kick.
Jokinen misses with an uppercut
and Tsoi counters with a one-two to the body.
Good shot there by Tsoi.
Jokinen misses with a takedown attempt - Tsoi sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Tsoi lands a glancing blow to the side of Jokinen's head.
Jokinen fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Jokinen walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Jokinen tries to score with a low kick but Tsoi moves his leg out of the way.
Tsoi jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Jokinen swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Jokinen throws the kick towards the body but Tsoi avoids it.
Tsoi misses the jab.
Tsoi looks to throw the jab but Jokinen is out of range. #T1#
Jokinen on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Tsoi. Tsoi obviously looking to wear him down.
Tsoi connects with a single shot there.
Tsoi lands with a right hand.
Jokinen uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tsoi.
Tsoi misses with a looping right.
Jokinen throws a leg kick but Tsoi sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Tsoi blocks a low kick nicely.
Tsoi feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Tsoi misses with a jab to the body
and Jokinen counters with a right hand to the body.
Jokinen fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Tsoi has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Jokinen moves out of range of the strikes.
Jokinen delivers a nice body kick.
Tsoi fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Tsoi scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Jokinen blocks a jab.
Jokinen is trying to counter with his kicks.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Tsoi. #T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jokinen checks a leg kick nicely.
Tsoi throws a low kick but Jokinen moves out of range easily.
Tsoi scores with a hook.
Jokinen ducks under a wild hook from Tsoi.
Jokinen displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tsoi throws out the jab.
Jokinen flicks out a counter leg kick but Tsoi steps away.
Jokinen ducks under a wild hook from Tsoi.
Jokinen connects with a solid leg kick.
Tsoi with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Jokinen throws a push kick but Tsoi slaps the foot to one side.
Tsoi feints and then cracks Jokinen's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Jokinen down.
Jokinen moves out of range as Tsoi strikes.
Tsoi throws a leg kick but Jokinen sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Jokinen connects with a right hand. Tsoi shakes it off.
Tsoi slips under a jab from Jokinen.#T3#
Jokinen misses with a wild body shot.
Jokinen chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Tsoi can pounce on him.
Tsoi scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Jokinen fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Tsoi checks a low kick from Jokinen.
It looked like Tsoi wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Jokinen fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Tsoi looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Tsoi misses with an uppercut.
Jokinen thows a left - swing and a miss!
Tsoi throws an overhand right that lands on Jokinen's shoulder, as Jokinen tries to avoid the shot.
Tsoi waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Jokinen.
Jokinen throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tsoi sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Tsoi throwing a counter right hand but Jokinen manages to avoid it.
Tsoi dodges the punch combination from Jokinen.
Jokinen throws a leg kick
and Tsoi connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Tsoi misses with a hook. Jokinen ducked under it nicely. #T4#
Jokinen misses with a body shot
and Tsoi counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Jokinen lands a head shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Jokinen is defended easily by Tsoi.
Jokinen is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
Jokinen shoots in looking for a takedown but Tsoi manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Jokinen's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Tsoi throwing a counter right hand but Jokinen manages to avoid it.
Viktor Tsoi has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ode Jokinen.
Good leg kick by Tsoi there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Tsoi moves out of range of the strikes.
Tsoi fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Jokinen on the side of the head.
Jokinen looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Tsoi is fending him off so far but Jokinen persists. Nope, Tsoi circles away and we're back to standing.
Tsoi misses with a kick to the body. #TD2#
Tsoi tries to sprawl but Jokinen drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Jokinen takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Jokinen misses with a head shot. Tsoi uses the momentum to regain guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Viktor Tsoi had his way with Ode Jokinen in 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. This is the final round!
#R5#
Tsoi misses the shot to the body.
Tsoi throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Jokinen counters with a stiff right hand.
Jokinen misses with the combination.
Tsoi throws a jab but it's blocked by Jokinen.
Jokinen throws a head kick that misses
and Tsoi counters with a thumping low kick.
Tsoi 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.
Tsoi lands with a thumping leg kick.
Jokinen takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Jokinen keeps the fight on the outside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tsoi getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Jokinen works Tsoi's body with a nice hook.
Jokinen shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Tsoi as he avoids it easily.
A little feinted left hand from Tsoi on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Jokinen throws a poor cross that misses
and Tsoi counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Jokinen fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Tsoi has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.#T1#
Jokinen takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Tsoi swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Jokinen lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Jokinen throws a leg kick which misses Tsoi's front leg but catches the back leg as Tsoi tries to avoid it.
Jokinen throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Tsoi counters with a slapping leg kick.
Tsoi looks to land a left hand but Jokinen moved out of range nicely.
Jokinen is looking for the big counter here.
Tsoi misses with a wild body shot.
Jokinen looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Tsoi has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Jokinen.
Tsoi throws an overhand right that lands on Jokinen's shoulder, as Jokinen tries to avoid the shot.
Jokinen is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Tsoi with a body shot.
Tsoi lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Tsoi thumps Jokinen with a low kick.
Jokinen's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Tsoi connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Jokinen scrambles back to his feet.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Tsoi checks a leg kick.
Tsoi feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Tsoi scoring well with a low kick there.
Viktor Tsoi is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Tsoi throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A little jabbing left from Jokinen on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Tsoi throws a leg kick that is checked
and Jokinen counters with a lovely straight right hand!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tsoi lands with a hook. Jokinen tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Tsoi swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Jokinen ducks under a wild hook from Tsoi.
Jokinen misses with a hook. Tsoi ducked under it nicely.
Jokinen displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tsoi throws out the jab.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Tsoi.
Jokinen scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Tsoi looks to throw the jab but Jokinen is out of range.
Tsoi bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Jokinen's head backwards.
Tsoi avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Jokinen throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jokinen on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Tsoi. Tsoi obviously looking to wear him down.
Tsoi ducks under a wild hook from Jokinen.
Ode Jokinen has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Tsoi motions for Jokinen to come forward. Tsoi throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Tsoi uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Jokinen.
Jokinen throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Tsoi - that will leave a mark!
Tsoi fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Jokinen walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
A punch combination from Jokinen misses.
Tsoi keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Tsoi throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Jokinen on the side of the head.
A chopping leg kick lands by Tsoi.
Jokinen takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Jokinen misses with a low kick as Tsoi jumps back.
Jokinen shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Jokinen on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Tsoi. Tsoi obviously looking to wear him down. #T4#
Jokinen swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Tsoi.
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!
Tsoi fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Jokinen manages to avoid it.
Tsoi throws a leg kick which misses Jokinen's front leg but catches the back leg as Jokinen tries to avoid it.
Jokinen has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Tsoi finds it's way round the side to connect with Jokinen's head.
Jokinen cracks Tsoi with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Tsoi is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Tsoi stuffs the takedown.
Jokinen throws a low kick but it's checked well by Tsoi.
A nice inside leg kick there by Tsoi. That's going to slow Jokinen down.
Jokinen shoots for a takedown but Tsoi saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Viktor Tsoi has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ode Jokinen.
Jokinen is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
Jokinen misses with a leg kick.
Jokinen gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Tsoi lands a nice looking body shot.
Jokinen takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.

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

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

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Viktor Tsoi!
A relieved looking Viktor Tsoi 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: EVO 185 Olympics Finals
Date: Dec 29, 2016

#R1#
An inside leg kick lands from Tsoi.
A jab from Ramos finds it's way through Tsoi's defenses.
Tsoi bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Ramos 's head backwards.
Tsoi connects with a leg kick. Ramos looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Ramos displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tsoi throws out the jab.
Tsoi missing with a left hand there. Ramos was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Tsoi tries to clinch but Ramos moves out of range.
Ramos changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Tsoi is looking to clinch but Ramos is avoiding it.
And Ramos tries to counter it with a takedown but Tsoi pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Ramos displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tsoi throws out the jab.
Tsoi goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Tsoi throws a leg kick that is checked#TD2#
and Ramos counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Ramos thows a huge punch but Tsoi dodges it nicely.
Tsoi tries to roll over but Ramos keeps him under control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tsoi has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Ramos is working away from the top position though.#T1#
Tsoi wants to improve his position but Ramos is controlling well.
Ramos trying to mount his opponent but Tsoi defends it.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Ramos working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Tsoi gets back to full guard.
Ramos throws a big right hand that misses.
Ramos postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Tsoi not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Ramos pushing down on Tsoi's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #T2#
Tsoi gets full guard.
Ramos showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Ramos throws a big elbow that misses.
Ramos working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Tsoi holds on and takes a little breather. #SUB#
Tsoi is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Ramos defends well.
Ramos trying to control but Tsoi is working from the bottom. #SUB#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Tsoi is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T3#
Ramos stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Tsoi swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Tsoi being controlled here, momentarily.
Ramos pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Tsoi is keeping the position for now.
Ramos working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ramos landing with the ground and pound.
Tsoi controlling Ramos 's posture. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Tsoi is trying to control the position but Ramos postures up. #SUB#
Tsoi escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Ramos gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Ramos lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Ramos works over Tsoi with some ground and pound from guard.#SUB#
Tsoi working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Ramos doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Ramos manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Ramos is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Tsoi pulls Ramos in close to prevent any damage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Tony Ramos will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Nice shot by Tsoi.
Tsoi slips a straight right by Ramos .
Tsoi fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Tsoi connects with a jab.
The fighters circling - Ramos throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Tsoi tried to counter with a leg kick but Ramos avoided it.
Tsoi tried to score with a low kick but Ramos checks it.
Ramos tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ramos throws a big shot that misses.
A counter left hand to the body from Tsoi misses its target.
Ramos has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Tsoi finds it's way round the side to connect with Ramos 's head.
Ramos moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Tsoi throws a quick inside leg kick. #T1#
Tsoi bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Ramos 's head backwards.
Tsoi lands with a cross.
Ramos tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Tsoi lands a jab to the nose.#ROC#
Ramos is rocked!
Viktor Tsoi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A clash of legs there as Ramos blocks the low kick.
And Ramos tries to counter it with a takedown but Tsoi pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Tsoi looks to score with a jab to the body but Ramos is just out of range.
Ramos drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Tsoi defends it well.
A bone on bone clash there as Ramos blocks the leg kick.
And Ramos tries to counter it with a takedown but Tsoi pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Tsoi misses with a double jab
and Ramos cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Tsoi scores with a leg kick.
Ramos misses with an uppercut
and Tsoi cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Viktor Tsoi is winning the standup battle so far.
Tsoi with a nice cross.#T2#
Tsoi lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
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!
Ramos throws out a loose jab but Tsoi uses good head movement to avoid it.
A slapping leg kick lands for Tsoi.
Ramos on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Tsoi. Tsoi obviously looking to wear him down.
Tsoi wants to clinch.
And Ramos tries to counter it with a takedown but Tsoi pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Tsoi throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Tsoi connects with a body shot that sends Ramos 's belly button to the back.#T3#
Ramos slips a straight right by Tsoi.
Tsoi lands with a nice body kick.
Ramos misses with a body shot.
Tsoi misses with a few strikes there.
Ramos changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Tsoi slips a straight right by Ramos .
Tsoi fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Ramos checks a low kick from Tsoi.
Ramos checks a low kick from Tsoi.
Ramos moves out of range of the strikes.
Ramos with the counter takedown but Tsoi avoids it easily.
A shot to the liver by Tsoi. Beautiful body shot.
A thudding body kick lands there by Tsoi! #T4#
Ramos has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Ramos there as he acknowledges the shot.
A slow jab from Tsoi misses its intended target.
Ramos 's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Tsoi tries to clinch up.
An inside leg kick lands from Tsoi.
Tsoi lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tsoi darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Tsoi delivers a nice body kick.
Viktor Tsoi is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A chopping leg kick lands by Tsoi.
Tsoi misses with a kick to the body.
Ramos looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Ramos blocks a leg kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Viktor Tsoi dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R3#
Tsoi scores with a hook to the body. Ramos takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Tsoi lunges at Ramos with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Ramos 's hand.
Tsoi is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Ramos can do to turn this around?
Tsoi pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Tsoi moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Tsoi is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Ramos is still on wobbly legs! Can Tsoi finish him?
Tsoi clobbers Ramos with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Tsoi throws a leg kick that is checked#TD2#
and Ramos counters with a nice double leg into side control. Tsoi won't be happy with that.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Ramos scores with a couple of short elbows.
Ramos sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Tsoi is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Ramos seems to have recovered his senses.
Tsoi gets back to half guard.
Tsoi moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#T1#
Ramos working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #SUB#
Tsoi working for a triangle but Ramos defends it easily. #SUB#
Tsoi throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Ramos lands a couple of digs.
Ramos lands a couple of digs.#SUB#
Tsoi looking for a guillotine here but Ramos defends easily. #SUB#
Tsoi looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Ramos passes into half guard. #T2#
Ramos works his way into side control.
Ramos throws an elbow but Tsoi slips to the side and avoids it well.
Ramos landing a few strikes.
Tsoi is trying to control Ramos 's posture but Ramos avoids it.
Tsoi manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Ramos on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. #T3#
Ramos is not content to let Tsoi control the position.
Tsoi looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Tsoi seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Ramos does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Ramos tries to get to full guard but Tsoi has control of the leg.
Tsoi tries to pass to full mount but Ramos defends it. #SUB#
Ramos is defending against the submission attempts here by Tsoi.
Ramos trying to control from the bottom. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Tsoi wants to pass to mount but Ramos is defending the position.
Ramos is looking to improve his position. #SUB#
Tsoi is working for a kimura but Ramos is defending it quite comfortably.
Tsoi takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Viktor Tsoi clearly takes that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R4#
Tsoi lands a nice leg kick that just misses Ramos 's sensitive parts.
Ramos uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tsoi.
It seemed like Ramos was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Tsoi throws a right and a left that Ramos avoids nicely.
Ramos scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Tsoi doesn't seem bothered though.
That kick from Tsoi tenderised Ramos 's leg. Ramos is trying to keep his angry face on.
A solid leg kick lands there for Tsoi.
Ramos 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.
Tsoi lands with a hook. Ramos tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tsoi throws a poor cross that misses
and Ramos makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Tsoi with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Tsoi misses with a wild body shot. #T1#
Ramos goes for a double leg but Tsoi avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Tsoi continues to drive forward.
Tsoi scores with a nice strike.
Tsoi lands with a shot to the body.
Tsoi takes a swing at Ramos 's ribcage but misses.
Tsoi ducks under a wild hook from Ramos .
Tsoi throws a body punch but Ramos moves out of range.
Ramos thuds his right hand into Tsoi's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Tsoi thows a leg kick but Ramos checks it #TD2#
and Ramos counters with a single leg into guard. Tsoi didn't expect that.
Ramos chips away with some ground and pound.
Ramos landing with the ground and pound.
Tsoi is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #T2##SUB#
Tsoi looking for a guillotine here but Ramos defends easily.
Tsoi is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Ramos postures up and lands a big shot to Tsoi's brow.
Tsoi seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.#T3#
Ramos with a nice head shot there.
Ramos working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Tsoi's head.#ROC2#
Tsoi is rocked!
Ramos throws a big elbow that misses.
Oh Tsoi is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!#SUB#
Tsoi is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Ramos trying to control the position from guard on top but Tsoi is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Tsoi seems to have got his legs back now.
Ramos stands up over Tsoi, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Tsoi is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Ramos cracks Tsoi with a solid left hand.#SUB#
Tsoi isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Ramos stacks Tsoi 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 Ramos !
Ramos working away.
Ramos is looking to take a break and control but Tsoi is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Ramos lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Tsoi is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Ramos scores with punches from side control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close fourth round but Tony Ramos 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. This is the final round!
#R5#
Ramos ducks under a wild hook from Tsoi.
Tsoi looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Tsoi throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Ramos sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Ramos feints the counter takedown.
Ramos blocks a jab.
Ramos drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Tsoi defends it well.
Tsoi scores with a jab. Ramos acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Tsoi fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Tsoi throws a body kick that misses.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Tsoi - that will leave a mark!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ramos throws a hook but Tsoi avoids it easily.
Tsoi throws a hook but Ramos avoids it easily.
Ramos connects with a nice looking jab. #T1#
Tsoi looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Tsoi.
Tsoi cracks the inside of Ramos 's front leg.
Ramos ducks right into an uppercut from Tsoi.
Ramos fails miserably with a takedown attempt.#CL#
Tsoi clinches up against the cage.
Ramos blocks an uppercut.
Tsoi lands a left hand that snaps the head of Ramos backwards.
Ramos is working for takedown but Tsoi is calmly controlling the position for now.#T2#
Ramos prevents a body shot from Tsoi.
Ramos looking to stall.
Tsoi throws a head punch that misses.
A frustrated look appears on Ramos 's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Ramos blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tsoi pushes Ramos back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Ramos has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
A head punch on the inside from Tsoi fails to land.
Tsoi working aggressively here.
Ramos taking a breather.
Tsoi softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Ramos can't get the takedown.
Viktor Tsoi has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tony Ramos .
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tsoi is pressed up against the cage. Ramos has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Tsoi down to the mat. Tsoi avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Ramos is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
Tsoi connects with a body shot.
Tsoi misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ramos . #T3#
Tsoi connects with a solid leg kick.
Ramos takes one on the button.
Ramos drops his hands momentarily and Tsoi takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Tsoi scores with a jab to the jaw.
Ramos shoots in looking for a takedown. Tsoi tries to sprawl out of it but Ramos keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Tsoi manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Ramos needs to keep his hands up - Tsoi had a free shot at his head there.#T4#
Tsoi scoring well with a low kick there.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Tsoi.
Tsoi misses with a hook. Ramos ducked under it nicely.
Ramos drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Tsoi defends it well.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Tsoi.
Tsoi chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Ramos misses with a straight left.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tsoi misses with a low kick.
Ramos looks to score with a jab to the body but Tsoi is just out of range.
Tsoi swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Ramos throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Tsoi with a hook.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 48:46
Judge James Glass scores the fight 48:47
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 48:46

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

Event: EVO 283: Traylor vs Minasian
Date: Dec 07, 2016

#R1#
Jokinen uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tsoi.
Jokinen looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Tsoi looks to land a body kick but Jokinen moved away.
Tsoi moves out of range as Jokinen strikes.
Tsoi tries to land a front kick but Jokinen steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Jokinen flicks out a counter leg kick but Tsoi steps away.
Jokinen lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Jokinen.
Jokinen scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Jokinen throws a jab when Tsoi was well out of range.
Tsoi swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Jokinen gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Jokinen punishes Tsoi's body with a nice straight punch.
Jokinen avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Good shot there by Tsoi.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#TD2#
Jokinen shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Tsoi is holding on to half guard well.
Tsoi blocking the ground and pound attempt from Jokinen. #T1#
Tsoi is trying to get back to full guard.
Jokinen is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. #SUB#
Tsoi actively working from the bottom here.
Jokinen scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Tsoi is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Tsoi looking for submissions off his back.
Jokinen looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Jokinen working the head and body with strikes. #T2#
Jokinen working Tsoi over with strikes.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tsoi wants to get back to full guard.
Tsoi blocking the ground and pound attempt from Jokinen.
Tsoi is looking for a sweep. Jokinen is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Jokinen is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Tsoi is trying to maintain the position but Jokinen is very close to passing his half guard.
Jokinen controlling the action here.
Tsoi is staying active underneath Jokinen, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Tsoi has hold of Jokinen's hands but Jokinen slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.#T3#
Tsoi gets back to full guard. #SUB#
Jokinen avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Jokinen postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Jokinen lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Jokinen postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.#SUB#
Tsoi looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Jokinen passes into half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tsoi slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Jokinen lands a couple of decent looking shots.#T4#
Jokinen scoring with some ground and pound.
Jokinen in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Tsoi pulls Jokinen in close to prevent any damage. #SUB#
Tsoi looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Jokinen passes into side control.
Jokinen lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Jokinen trying to control the position but Tsoi is working away.
Jokinen looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Tsoi is avoiding damage well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ode Jokinen dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Jokinen lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Tsoi at a distance.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Jokinen.
Jokinen connects with a crisp jab.
Jokinen walks into a jab.
Jokinen shoots in but no luck this time.
Tsoi ducks under a wild hook from Jokinen.
Tsoi was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Ode Jokinen seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Tsoi moves out of range of the body kick.
Jokinen throws out a loose jab but Tsoi uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jokinen throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Tsoi counters with a flying knee. Nice.
Jokinen avoids the body shot from Tsoi.
Tsoi scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Jokinen fails to land the takedown.
Tsoi staying out of range there.
Jokinen slips under a jab.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tsoi lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Jokinen misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tsoi. #T1#
Jokinen throws a nice looking combination but Tsoi bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Tsoi dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Tsoi moves away from the strike by Jokinen.
Jokinen slips under a jab from Tsoi.
Jokinen takes one to the side of the head.
Tsoi looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Tsoi ducks right into an uppercut from Jokinen.
Jokinen walks into a left hand.
Tsoi buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Jokinen connects with a single shot there.
Tsoi misses with an uppercut. Jokinen saw that one coming.
Jokinen now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Jokinen lands a slapping body shot.
A nice leg kick lands there from Tsoi.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jokinen checks the leg kick nicely there.
Jokinen takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Tsoi defending well as Jokinen loads up on a big left hand.
Tsoi misses with a hook.#T2#
Jokinen looks for the body kick but Tsoi saw that one coming.
Viktor Tsoi is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Jokinen lands a jab to Tsoi's midsection.
A jab from Tsoi finds it's way through Jokinen's defenses.
Jokinen misses with an uppercut. Tsoi saw that one coming.
Jokinen takes a swing at Tsoi's ribcage but misses.
Jokinen throws a leg kick but Tsoi checks it.
Tsoi wants to slow Jokinen down by chopping away at his legs.
Tsoi loads up on a big right hand but Jokinen slips the punch.
Tsoi doesn't manage to clinch there - Jokinen circles away.
Jokinen tries a quick counter leg kick but Tsoi is wise to it.
Jokinen ducks right into an uppercut from Tsoi.
Jokinen bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Tsoi tries to land a front kick but Jokinen steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.#CL#
Tsoi clinches up with Jokinen and pushes him back against the cage.
Nice body punch from Jokinen.
Tsoi struggles to land a body shot inside as Jokinen controls his hands.
Tsoi throws a head punch that misses. #T3##TD2#
Jokinen gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
Tsoi trying to keep a closed guard but Jokinen is proving a slippery customer.
Jokinen is working Tsoi over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Jokinen is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Jokinen is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Jokinen throwing strikes but missing.
Tsoi has momentary wrist control but Jokinen slips an elbow through the middle.
Tsoi trying to keep a closed guard but Jokinen is proving a slippery customer.
Jokinen wants to control from the top but Tsoi keeps moving. #T4#
Jokinen content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Jokinen trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Jokinen postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #SUB#
Tsoi working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Jokinen has passed into half guard!
Tsoi has hold of Jokinen's hands but Jokinen slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Ground and pound from Jokinen.
Tsoi is not content to let Jokinen control the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Ode Jokinen 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#
Tsoi swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Jokinen throws a body shot but no joy.
Jokinen keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tsoi.
Tsoi misses with a hook.
Jokinen takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Jokinen with a hook.#TD2#
Jokinen feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Jokinen trying to control but Tsoi is working from the bottom.
Jokinen distracts Tsoi with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jokinen trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Tsoi is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Jokinen works over Tsoi with some ground and pound from guard.#T1#
Jokinen wants to control from the top but Tsoi keeps moving.
Tsoi has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Jokinen postures up.
Jokinen works over Tsoi with some ground and pound from guard.
Jokinen trying to control but Tsoi is working from the bottom.
Jokinen throwing strikes but missing.
Jokinen scores with a decent looking elbow strike.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Jokinen keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Tsoi's head.
Jokinen trying to control the position from guard on top but Tsoi is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Jokinen postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Jokinen trying to control the position from guard on top but Tsoi is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Tsoi not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Jokinen missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Jokinen trying to control the position from guard on top but Tsoi is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Jokinen lands with a shot to the body. #T3#
Jokinen lands with an uppercut that bounces Tsoi off the cage and back into range.
Nice shot lands for Jokinen.
Tsoi fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Jokinen manages to avoid it.
Tsoi scores with a leg kick.
Jokinen fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Jokinen tries to score with a low kick but Tsoi moves his leg out of the way.
Jokinen tries a low kick but Tsoi avoids it.
Jokinen misses with a wild combination.
It looked like Tsoi was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Jokinen.
Jokinen fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Tsoi is out of range.
Jokinen checks a low kick from Tsoi.
Tsoi throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Jokinen goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Jokinen throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jokinen walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
The crowd cheers as Tsoi lands an impressive looking overhand right. Jokinen doesn't seem phased though.#T4#
Tsoi throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Jokinen sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Tsoi tries to clinch but Jokinen is having none of 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!
Tsoi smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Jokinen shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Tsoi as he avoids it easily.
Tsoi staying out of range there.
Tsoi misses with a low kick.
A good leg kick by Tsoi.
Jokinen throws a lazy right hand but Tsoi sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A swing and a miss from Jokinen.
Tsoi jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Jokinen misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tsoi.
Tsoi's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Jokinen connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Tsoi scrambles back to his feet.
A head kick misses from Jokinen.
Jokinen takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Jokinen throws a hook but Tsoi avoids it easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ode Jokinen really dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R4#
Tsoi needs to keep his hands up - Jokinen had a free shot at his head there.
Jokinen staying out of range there.
Tsoi buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Tsoi throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Jokinen drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Tsoi defends it well.
Jokinen fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Tsoi is out of range.
Jokinen fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Tsoi avoids it really well and circles away.
Tsoi connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Some bone on bone action there as Jokinen checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Tsoi scoring well with a low kick there.
Tsoi displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Jokinen.
Jokinen misses with a shot to the body
and Tsoi counters with a stiff right hand. #T1#
Tsoi checks a leg kick.
Tsoi was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
A good leg kick by Tsoi.
Tsoi misses with a body shot.
Tsoi misses with a body kick.
Jokinen has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Tsoi digs a good hook to Jokinen's body.
Tsoi connects with a crisp jab.
Tsoi buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Jokinen throws a body punch but Tsoi moves out of range.
Jokinen avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Jokinen 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 Tsoi has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Tsoi and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Tsoi throws a body punch but Jokinen moves out of range.
Tsoi throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Jokinen feints a counter leg kick.
Tsoi moves out of range of the strikes.
Jokinen misses with a head kick.
Jokinen uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tsoi.#T2#
Jokinen smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Tsoi throws a hook but Jokinen avoids it easily.
Jokinen uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tsoi.
Tsoi bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Jokinen turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Jokinen swings widly with a right hand
and Tsoi counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Jokinen looks to land a left hand but Tsoi moved out of range nicely.
Jokinen has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Jokinen there as he acknowledges the shot.
Jokinen misses with a wild body shot.
Jokinen misses with an uppercut
and Tsoi counters with a nice uppercut.
Jokinen buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Jokinen scores with a kick to the midsection.
Tsoi buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Jokinen misses with a few strikes there.
Jokinen will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Viktor Tsoi has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ode Jokinen.#T3#
Tsoi avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Tsoi swings for the body but Jokinen moves out of range.
Tsoi takes a body punch but keeps moving.
A chopping leg kick lands by Tsoi.
Tsoi misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Jokinen.
Jokinen throws a lazy right hand but Tsoi sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Jokinen thows a left - swing and a miss!
Nice straight punches there by Tsoi. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Tsoi.
Tsoi connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Jokinen momentarily.
Jokinen throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Tsoi makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Jokinen throws a hook but Tsoi avoids it easily.
An attempted straight right counter from Tsoi misses the target.
Jokinen lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Jokinen chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Tsoi lands a nice leg kick that just misses Jokinen's sensitive parts. #T4#
Tsoi lands with a cross.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tsoi misses with a body punch
and Jokinen counters with a nice leg kick.
Tsoi misses with a hook
enabling Jokinen to counter with a crisp jab.
Tsoi throws a low kick but Jokinen moves out of range easily.
Tsoi misses with a low kick.
Good work by Jokinen as he checks the leg kick.
Jokinen throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tsoi sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Tsoi is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Jokinen.
Tsoi misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Jokinen.
Jokinen fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Tsoi on the side of the head.
Tsoi checks a low kick from Jokinen.
Tsoi 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.
Tsoi walks into a jab.
Tsoi explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Jokinen swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Viktor Tsoi had his way with Ode Jokinen in that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R5#
Tsoi throws a push kick but Jokinen slaps the foot to one side.
Tsoi slips under a jab.
Tsoi fires out a quick counter leg kick but Jokinen just manages to avoid it.
Tsoi takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Jokinen's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Tsoi connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Jokinen scrambles back to his feet.
Tsoi walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Jokinen checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side. #TD2#
Jokinen closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. #SUB#
Tsoi is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Jokinen pulls his head out easily.
Jokinen lands with a punch from half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Jokinen lands a nice short elbow.
Jokinen slips a nice elbow through Tsoi's hands, connecting with Tsoi's forehead.
Tsoi wants to improve his position but Jokinen is controlling well.
Jokinen wants to pass to mount but Tsoi is defending the position. #T1#
Tsoi wants to get back to full guard.
Jokinen looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Tsoi with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Jokinen working Tsoi over with strikes.
Jokinen landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Jokinen is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Jokinen not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Viktor Tsoi has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2##SUB#
Tsoi looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Tsoi looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
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.
Jokinen working over Tsoi with some ground and pound. Tsoi looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Jokinen trying to control from half guard but Tsoi is working away.
Jokinen lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Jokinen is keen to just control but Tsoi is a slippery customer.
Tsoi has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Jokinen is working away from the top position though.#T3#
Jokinen is nestled in close to Tsoi, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Jokinen thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Jokinen looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Tsoi with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Jokinen wants to control but Tsoi is keeping him busy.
Tsoi trying to control from the bottom.
Ode Jokinen is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Jokinen takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Jokinen lands a nice short elbow.
Jokinen is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Jokinen with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #T4#
Jokinen landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Jokinen trying to control the action but Tsoi is working from the bottom.
Tsoi is pressing down on Jokinen's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Tsoi is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #SUB#
Tsoi has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Jokinen can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Jokinen looking to control the position here, rather than advance.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 46:49
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 46:49
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 46:49

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ode Jokinen!
Ode Jokinen is the new bantamweight champion!
Ode Jokinen decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
The defeated Viktor Tsoi had this to say: 'fuck you, I am unbeaten since March 2015.'.

Event: EVO 279: Traylor vs Perkele
Date: Nov 19, 2016

#R1#
Mazcsakhs avoids the body shot from Tsoi.
Good leg kick by Mazcsakhs there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Tsoi throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A left lands for Mazcsakhs.
Tsoi fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Mazcsakhs is out of range.
Tsoi misses with an uppercut.
Jab, jab by Mazcsakhs - just one landing.
Tsoi misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Mazcsakhs.
Mazcsakhs appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Mazcsakhs checks a leg kick.
Mazcsakhs takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Mazcsakhs misses with a leg kick.
Mazcsakhs scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Mazcsakhs throws a body shot but no joy.
Mazcsakhs tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Mazcsakhs jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Mazcsakhs swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Mazcsakhs throws a sloppy body shot
and Tsoi counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tsoi wants to slow Mazcsakhs down by chopping away at his legs. #T1#
Tsoi rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Mazcsakhs moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Mazcsakhs shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Tsoi has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Beast Cartel in the buildup to the fight.
Mazcsakhs pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Mazcsakhs moves out of range as Tsoi strikes.
Tsoi backing away here, and Mazcsakhs unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Mazcsakhs throws a body punch but Tsoi moves out of range.
Tsoi connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Mazcsakhs throws a predictable looking body shot
and Tsoi counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Mazcsakhs thinking.
Tsoi with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Tsoi uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Mazcsakhs.
Tsoi misses with a low kick.
Tsoi throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Tsoi throws a hook but Mazcsakhs blocks it.
Tsoi throws a hook but Mazcsakhs avoids it easily.
Mazcsakhs looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Tsoi looks to score with a jab to the body but Mazcsakhs is just out of range.
Tsoi throws a body kick that misses.
Mazcsakhs tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tsoi scores with the left hand. Mazcsakhs knows he should have avoided that one. #T2#
Mazcsakhs throws a good cross that connects.
Tsoi tries to land a leg kick but Mazcsakhs saw it coming and moves away.
Mazcsakhs throws a leg kick but Tsoi sees it coming and moves out of range.
Mazcsakhs moves out of range of the strikes.
Tsoi throws a leg kick but Mazcsakhs moved away.
Mazcsakhs throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Tsoi counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Tsoi pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Tsoi stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Mazcsakhs.
Mazcsakhs lands with a straight right. Tsoi didn't see that one coming.
Tsoi misses the shot to the body.
Mazcsakhs misses with a body kick.
Mazcsakhs ducks under a wild hook from Tsoi.
Mazcsakhs scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Tsoi scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Mazcsakhs doesn't seem bothered though.
Tsoi swings for the body but Mazcsakhs moves out of range.
Tsoi lands a leg kick that knocks Mazcsakhs off balance momentarily.
Mazcsakhs lands an overhand right.#T3#
Mazcsakhs ducks under a wild hook from Tsoi.
Mazcsakhs swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A leg kick checked by Mazcsakhs.
Tsoi lands a front kick.
Mazcsakhs lands a lovely overhand right.
Tsoi lands a nice looking body shot.
Mazcsakhs is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Tsoi had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
Tsoi fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Mazcsakhs feints a counter leg kick.
Tsoi throws a shot to the body.
Mazcsakhs keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Mazcsakhs wants to land a leg kick but Tsoi is out of range.
Tsoi wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Tsoi works Mazcsakhs's body with a nice hook.
Mazcsakhs takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
A low kick from Tsoi misses
letting Mazcsakhs counter with a right hand.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tsoi misses with a low kick.
Mazcsakhs misses with a low kick as Tsoi jumps back.#T4#
Tsoi swings for the body but Mazcsakhs moves out of range.
Mazcsakhs dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Tsoi moves out of range of the leg kick from Mazcsakhs.
A swing and a miss from Mazcsakhs.
Tsoi lands with a kick to the ribs.
Tsoi misses the shot to the body.
Mazcsakhs appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Tsoi ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Tsoi throws a body punch but Mazcsakhs moves out of range.
A slow jab from Tsoi misses its intended target.
Tsoi uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Mazcsakhs.
Tsoi misses the shot to the body.
Mazcsakhs throws a nice outside leg kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tsoi turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Tsoi jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Mazcsakhs connects with a crisp jab.
Tsoi thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Mazcsakhs if he has to take too many more of those.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Viktor Tsoi dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
A decent looking body kick lands there for Tsoi.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Mazcsakhs.
Mazcsakhs jabs Tsoi to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Mazcsakhs tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Tsoi is able to avoid easily.
As Mazcsakhs backs away, Tsoi returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Mazcsakhs fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Tsoi looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Tsoi dips to his left and cracks Mazcsakhs with an uppercut!
Tsoi darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Tsoi throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Mazcsakhs sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Mazcsakhs keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Tsoi will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Mazcsakhs lands with a good body shot.
Tsoi is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Mazcsakhs can do to turn this around?
Tsoi slips a jab from Mazcsakhs.
Mazcsakhs checks a low kick from Tsoi.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Mazcsakhs! But no joy.
Mazcsakhs lands with a hook. Tsoi tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Tsoi bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tsoi misses with a straight left.
Tsoi throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. #T1#
Mazcsakhs misses with a low kick.
Tsoi is trying hard to land a takedown here. Mazcsakhs sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Tsoi looks to score with a jab to the body but Mazcsakhs is just out of range.
Mazcsakhs scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Mazcsakhs misses the shot to the body.
Tsoi is looking to land body kicks.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Tsoi.
Mazcsakhs lands with an overhand left.
Tsoi slips a straight right by Mazcsakhs.
Mazcsakhs thumps Tsoi with a low kick.
Tsoi scoring well with a low kick there.
Tsoi looks to score with a jab to the body but Mazcsakhs is just out of range.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with eachother but Mazcsakhs might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Tsoi has got the better of the exchanges.
Tsoi wants to land a leg kick but Mazcsakhs is out of range.
Mazcsakhs turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Tsoi throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Mazcsakhs throws a jab when Tsoi was well out of range.
It looked like Tsoi wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#T2#
Tsoi fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Mazcsakhs manages to avoid it.
Tsoi avoids the body shot from Mazcsakhs.
Tsoi cracks a nice hook into Mazcsakhs's ribs.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
The fighters circling - Mazcsakhs throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Mazcsakhs slips a jab from Tsoi.
Tsoi looks to score with a jab to the body but Mazcsakhs is just out of range.
Mazcsakhs throws an overhand right that lands on Tsoi's shoulder, as Tsoi tries to avoid the shot.
Tsoi swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Some bone on bone action there as Tsoi checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Tsoi scores with a punch to the head.
Mazcsakhs lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Mazcsakhs jabs Tsoi to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Tsoi sizes up Mazcsakhs with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Tsoi blocks a low kick nicely.
Mazcsakhs wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.#T3#
Tsoi throws a series of punches but Mazcsakhs avoids them all with ease.
The crowd cheers as Mazcsakhs lands an impressive looking overhand right. Tsoi doesn't seem phased though.
Mazcsakhs misses with a hook. Tsoi ducked under it nicely.
Mazcsakhs avoids a kick to the body.
Tsoi is looking to wear down Mazcsakhs with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Mazcsakhs doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Mazcsakhs blocks a low kick nicely.
Mazcsakhs misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Tsoi feints and then cracks Mazcsakhs's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Mazcsakhs down.
A jab from Tsoi does it's job there.
Mazcsakhs misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tsoi.
Mazcsakhs misses with a jab to the body
and Tsoi counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Tsoi takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tsoi looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Tsoi staying out of range there.
Mazcsakhs scores with a push kick.
Mazcsakhs bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#T4#
Mazcsakhs looks to score with a jab to the body but Tsoi is just out of range.
Tsoi fires out a quick counter leg kick but Mazcsakhs just manages to avoid it.
Mazcsakhs misses with a hook to the body
and Tsoi counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Mazcsakhs tries to score with a low kick but Tsoi moves his leg out of the way.
Tsoi throws a wild body kick that Mazcsakhs sees coming a mile off.
Mazcsakhs looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Mazcsakhs doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Mazcsakhs uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tsoi.
Tsoi throws a quick inside leg kick.
Mazcsakhs throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Viktor Tsoi is winning the standup battle so far.
Mazcsakhs just misses with a punch to the body.
Tsoi changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Mazcsakhs blocks a low kick nicely.
Mazcsakhs staying out of range there.
Mazcsakhs throws a hook to the side of Tsoi's head but Tsoi sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Mazcsakhs throws a body shot but no joy.
Tsoi is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Mazcsakhs throws a leg kick but Tsoi sees it coming and moves out of range.
Mazcsakhs's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Tsoi stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Mazcsakhs.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Kzszcziski Mazcsakhs will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Tsoi's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R3#
Tsoi throws the left hand but Mazcsakhs avoids the punch easily.
Tsoi misses with a wild body shot.
Mazcsakhs scores with a jab to the body.
Mazcsakhs motions for Tsoi to come forward. Mazcsakhs throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Mazcsakhs on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Tsoi. Tsoi obviously looking to wear him down.
Tsoi connects with an inside leg kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Mazcsakhs. Tsoi does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tsoi throws a body kick that misses.
Mazcsakhs lands a nice looking body shot.
Mazcsakhs misses the jab.
Mazcsakhs wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tsoi throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Mazcsakhs will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Tsoi half committed to a counter leg kick.
Nice body punch from Mazcsakhs.
Mazcsakhs moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Tsoi throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #T1#
A big left from Mazcsakhs misses.
Mazcsakhs throws an overhand right that lands on Tsoi's shoulder, as Tsoi tries to avoid the shot.
Tsoi throws a quick inside leg kick.
Tsoi throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Tsoi throws a leg kick but Mazcsakhs checks it.
Mazcsakhs slips a jab from Tsoi.
Mazcsakhs looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Mazcsakhs throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tsoi misses the shot to the body.
Tsoi wants to land a leg kick but Mazcsakhs is out of range.
A shot to the liver by Tsoi. Beautiful body shot.
Mazcsakhs connects with a nice looking jab.
Mazcsakhs blocks a leg kick.
Tsoi throws a body shot but no joy.
Tsoi connects with an inside leg kick.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Mazcsakhs. #T2#
Mazcsakhs throws a jab but it's blocked by Tsoi.
Tsoi misses with a wild body shot.
Mazcsakhs looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Tsoi misses with a low kick.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Mazcsakhs! But no joy.
Mazcsakhs misses with a leg kick.
A big left from Tsoi misses.
Mazcsakhs let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Mazcsakhs gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Tsoi.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A low kick from Tsoi is predictable there
and Mazcsakhs counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Mazcsakhs clobbers Tsoi with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Mazcsakhs uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tsoi.
Tsoi connects with a body shot that sends Mazcsakhs's belly button to the back.
Mazcsakhs fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Tsoi checks it well.
Mazcsakhs pivots, looking for a leg kick but Tsoi is out of range and Mazcsakhs settles back down.
Tsoi throws a leg kick but Mazcsakhs sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Mazcsakhs checks the leg kick nicely there.
Mazcsakhs looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.#T3#
Mazcsakhs looks to land a right hand but Tsoi moved out of range.
Tsoi swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
A jab from Tsoi finds it's way through Mazcsakhs's defenses.
A slapping leg kick lands for Mazcsakhs.
Tsoi has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Mazcsakhs.
Tsoi catches Mazcsakhs with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Mazcsakhs defending well as Tsoi loads up on a big left hand.
Tsoi dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Mazcsakhs. That did some damage!
Tsoi fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Mazcsakhs 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.
Mazcsakhs on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Tsoi punishes Mazcsakhs's body with a nice straight punch.
Mazcsakhs takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Mazcsakhs chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Tsoi can pounce on him.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Mazcsakhs keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tsoi.
Tsoi uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Mazcsakhs.#T4#
Mazcsakhs displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tsoi throws out the jab.
Tsoi throws a leg kick
and Mazcsakhs counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Tsoi throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Mazcsakhs looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Tsoi fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Tsoi scores with a leg kick.
Good leg kick by Mazcsakhs there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Mazcsakhs has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Tsoi.
Tsoi scores with a leg kick.
Tsoi throws the left hand but Mazcsakhs avoids the punch easily.
A nice inside leg kick there by Mazcsakhs. That's going to slow Tsoi down.
Tsoi feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Mazcsakhs's calf.
Tsoi misses with a hook.#CL#
Tsoi clinches with his opponent.
Tsoi misses with a body punch.
Tsoi effectively controlling the action here.
Mazcsakhs misses with a punch on the inside.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Viktor Tsoi clearly takes that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R4#
Tsoi throws a leg kick but Mazcsakhs moved away.
Mazcsakhs only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Mazcsakhs misses with an attempted mid kick.
Mazcsakhs blocks the body kick.
Mazcsakhs tries to land a front kick but Tsoi steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Mazcsakhs looks for the body kick but Tsoi saw that one coming.
Mazcsakhs misses with a hook.
Mazcsakhs throws a series of punches but Tsoi moves out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Mazcsakhs. Tsoi does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tsoi throws a front kick aimed at Mazcsakhs's knee but Mazcsakhs avoids it well.
Mazcsakhs feints a counter leg kick.
Mazcsakhs misses with a hook.
It looked like Tsoi wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Tsoi thuds a left hand into Mazcsakhs's body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice shot lands for Tsoi.
Tsoi throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Mazcsakhs moves away from the strike by Tsoi.
Mazcsakhs's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Mazcsakhs duly obliges.
A low kick from Mazcsakhs is predictable there
and Tsoi counters with a right hand to the body.
Mazcsakhs is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.#T1#
Tsoi slips under a jab.
Mazcsakhs keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Mazcsakhs tries a quick counter leg kick but Tsoi is wise to it.
Mazcsakhs missing with a left hand there. Tsoi was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Tsoi lands a really nice looking cross but Mazcsakhs seems unphased.
Tsoi throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tsoi misses with a body shot.
Tsoi lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Mazcsakhs backs up against the cage.
Mazcsakhs tries to work over Tsoi's front leg with a kick but Tsoi checks it.
Tsoi is looking to counter with a body kick.
Tsoi throws a chopping leg kick but Mazcsakhs manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Tsoi takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Mazcsakhs tries to land a leg kick but Tsoi saw it coming and moves away.
Mazcsakhs chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Tsoi throws a nice inside leg kick.
Mazcsakhs avoids a low kick by using good footwork.#T2#
Mazcsakhs misses with a body kick.
Tsoi tried to counter with a leg kick but Mazcsakhs avoided it.
Mazcsakhs 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.
Mazcsakhs looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Tsoi takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tsoi scores with a leg kick.
Tsoi throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tsoi lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Tsoi connects with an inside leg kick.
A jab lands there for Tsoi.
Tsoi on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Mazcsakhs. Mazcsakhs obviously looking to wear him down.
Tsoi wants to slow Mazcsakhs down by chopping away at his legs.
Mazcsakhs swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
A big left from Tsoi misses.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Tsoi.
Mazcsakhs has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
A big right from Tsoi misses.
Tsoi is looking to slow Mazcsakhs down with leg kicks. #T3#
Tsoi throws a sloppy head kick and Mazcsakhs moves out of range easily.
Mazcsakhs follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
A good leg kick by Mazcsakhs.
Mazcsakhs is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Tsoi keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Mazcsakhs tries to score with a low kick but Tsoi moves his leg out of the way.
Tsoi throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Mazcsakhs counters with a nice uppercut.
A solid leg kick lands there for Mazcsakhs.
A shot to the liver by Tsoi. Beautiful body shot.
Tsoi keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tsoi thumps Mazcsakhs with a low kick.
Mazcsakhs moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Tsoi scoring well with a low kick there.
Mazcsakhs throws the kick towards the body but Tsoi avoids it.
Mazcsakhs takes one on the chin but keeps coming. #T4#
Tsoi keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tsoi fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Mazcsakhs.
Tsoi tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Mazcsakhs was well out of range. Poor timing from Tsoi.
A low kick from Tsoi misses
and Mazcsakhs makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Tsoi fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Mazcsakhs is out of range.
Tsoi scores with a sloppy right hand. Mazcsakhs should have avoided that one.
Tsoi throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Mazcsakhs only half commits to the counter leg kick.
A lazy left from Tsoi finds it's target.
Tsoi throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Mazcsakhs throws a low kick but Tsoi avoids it.
Jab from Mazcsakhs.
Tsoi uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Mazcsakhs.
Mazcsakhs feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Tsoi's calf.
Tsoi misses with a hook.
Mazcsakhs connects with a body shot that sends Tsoi's belly button to the back.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Viktor Tsoi had his way with Kzszcziski Mazcsakhs in that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R5#
Mazcsakhs connects with a right hand. Tsoi shakes it off.
Tsoi stuns Mazcsakhs with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Tsoi steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Mazcsakhs.
Mazcsakhs missing with a left hand there. Tsoi was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Mazcsakhs scores with a hook.
Mazcsakhs drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Mazcsakhs throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Mazcsakhs looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Mazcsakhs takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Tsoi wants to slow Mazcsakhs down by chopping away at his legs.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tsoi will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Tsoi thumps Mazcsakhs with a low kick.
Mazcsakhs jabs Tsoi to the body, keeping him at a distance.#TD#
Mazcsakhs gets caught napping as Tsoi dives in and scores a takedown. Mazcsakhs manages to retain guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tsoi tries to free his leg and advance position but Mazcsakhs is retaining full guard. #T1#
Mazcsakhs wants to sweep here but Tsoi controlling him for the moment.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tsoi wants to control from the top but Mazcsakhs keeps moving.
Tsoi won't allow Mazcsakhs to get back to his feet.
Tsoi trying to control but Mazcsakhs is working from the bottom.
Tsoi tries to free his leg and advance position but Mazcsakhs is retaining full guard.
Tsoi slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Kzszcziski Mazcsakhs has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Viktor Tsoi is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Mazcsakhs throws a lazy uppercut
and Tsoi counters with an outside leg kick.
Tsoi thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Mazcsakhs if he has to take too many more of those.
Mazcsakhs takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Mazcsakhs throws a quick inside leg kick.
Mazcsakhs buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
The fighters circling - Tsoi throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Tsoi backing away here, and Mazcsakhs unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Tsoi just misses with a punch to the body.
Mazcsakhs stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Tsoi shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Mazcsakhs but Mazcsakhs pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Mazcsakhs is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Tsoi with a body shot.
Mazcsakhs throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Mazcsakhs thows a left - swing and a miss!
A leg kick checked by Mazcsakhs.
Tsoi tries to clinch but Mazcsakhs is having none of it. #T3#
Tsoi throws a wild body kick that Mazcsakhs sees coming a mile off.
Mazcsakhs misses with a body kick.
Nice uppercut lands for Tsoi. That snapped Mazcsakhs's head back.
Mazcsakhs is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tsoi.
Tsoi misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Mazcsakhs.
Mazcsakhs misses with an uppercut. Tsoi saw that one coming.
Mazcsakhs is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tsoi.
Nice uppercut lands for Mazcsakhs. That snapped Tsoi's head back.
Mazcsakhs throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Tsoi swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
A low kick from Tsoi is predictable there
and Mazcsakhs counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Mazcsakhs lands a leg kick that knocks Tsoi off balance momentarily.
Mazcsakhs throws a front kick aimed at Tsoi's knee but Tsoi avoids it well.
Mazcsakhs throws a front kick aimed at Tsoi's knee but Tsoi avoids it well.
No joy there for Mazcsakhs, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Mazcsakhs is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?#T4#
Tsoi defending well as Mazcsakhs loads up on a big left hand.
Mazcsakhs walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Mazcsakhs throws a head kick but Tsoi moves out of range.
Tsoi cracks Mazcsakhs with a right hand to the side of the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Mazcsakhs throws a shot from downtown. Tsoi moves away and avoids it.
A low kick from Mazcsakhs misses
and Tsoi cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Good standup being displayed there by Tsoi as he connects with a hook.
Mazcsakhs connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Mazcsakhs throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Tsoi thumps Mazcsakhs with a low kick.
Mazcsakhs swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tsoi fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Mazcsakhs on the side of the head.
Tsoi fails with an attempt to clinch.
Tsoi cracks Mazcsakhs with a good jab.
Tsoi lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.

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 Viktor Tsoi.
Well Tsoi 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 Steven Brown scores the fight 48:47
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 50:47
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 50:45

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

Event: EVO 277: Tallon vs Mazcsakhs
Date: Nov 09, 2016

#R1#
Paquette loads up on a big right hand but Tsoi slips the punch.#TD#
Tsoi closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
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.
Paquette struggling a bit here.
Paquette is looking for a sweep.
Paquette is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tsoi passes to full mount!
Paquette is desperately trying to improve his position but Tsoi has a good base and remains in mount.
Tsoi sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tsoi throws some wild stikes that Paquette manages to avoid easily.
Paquette is squirming around, avoiding Tsoi's attempts to control the action.
Tsoi sends his fist crashing into the mat - the crowd let out a collective ooooooh. Let's hope he's not broken it!
Tsoi can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Paquette is looking to escape. #T1#
Tsoi fails to move to back control.
Tsoi avoids the attempt from Paquette to control.#SUB#
Tsoi is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Paquette has managed to escape the submission attempt. #SUB#
Tsoi is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Paquette is surviving well by controlling Tsoi's body position as best he can.
Tsoi 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.
Paquette tries to lock up and control but Tsoi gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Paquette is looking to improve his position but Tsoi isn't that keen on the idea.#SUB#
Tsoi is working for a guillotine from mount but Paquette frees his head quite easily. #T2#
Paquette tries to lock up and control but Tsoi gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#SUB#
Paquette tries to control Tsoi's head but Tsoi pushes him back down and moves quickly to lock up an arm here - he's swung around for an armbar! Will he get it??? Yes! Paquette is tapping out! Lovely Jiu Jitsu there!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:40 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (armbar). Viktor Tsoi!
Viktor Tsoi retains his bantamweight title!
A victorious Viktor Tsoi thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: EVO 272: Cortes vs Tsoi 2
Date: Oct 15, 2016

#R1#
Cortes tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tsoi was well out of range. Poor timing from Cortes.
Cortes has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Tsoi is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Cortes takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Tsoi looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Cortes walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.#CL2#
Cortes moves into the clinch successfully.
Tsoi goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Cortes doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Cortes struggles to land a body shot inside as Tsoi controls his hands.
Cortes lands a body shot.
Cortes misses with a hook from the clinch.
Cortes misses with a hook from the clinch.
Cortes lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Cortes lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Cortes throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Tsois head. #BC#
Tsoi breaks the clinch.
Tsoi thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Cortes if he has to take too many more of those.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Cortes throws a body shot but no joy.
Cortes fails with an attempt to clinch.
Tsoi with a nice cross.
Tsoi stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Cortes.#T1#
Tsoi moves away from the strike by Cortes.
Tsoi looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Tsoi scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Tsoi pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Cortes throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Tsoi.
Tsoi is looking to slow Cortes down with leg kicks.
Tsoi throws a low kick but Cortes moves out of range easily.
Tsoi swings widly with a right hand
enabling Cortes to counter with a crisp jab.
Cortes looks to throw a body kick
and Tsoi counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Tsoi lands with a nice body punch.
Cortes misses with a low kick.
Cortes tries to clinch up but Tsoi circles away and keeps his distance.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Cortes fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tsoi manages to avoid it.
Cortes is looking to score with low kicks.
Tsoi throwing a counter right hand but Cortes manages to avoid it.
Cortes attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.#T2#
Cortes throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Tsoi motions for Cortes to come forward. Tsoi throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Cortes throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Cortes keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Cortes tries to clinch but Tsoi is having none of it.
Cortes is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Tsoi rather than just go for the knockout.
Tsoi has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Cortes.
Tsoi throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A lazy body kick from Cortes
and Tsoi counters with an outside leg kick.
Cortes jabs Tsoi right on the nose. Tsoi blinks but takes it well.
Cortes throws a nice inside leg kick.
Cortes throws an overhand right that lands on Tsoi's shoulder, as Tsoi tries to avoid the shot.
Cortes works Tsoi's body with a nice hook.
Tsoi throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Cortes ducks under a wild hook from Tsoi.
Cortes looks like he wants to counter punch here.#CL#
Tsoi drives through and clinches with Cortes against the cage. #T3#
Tsoi misses with some punches.
Cortes misses with a body punch.
Tsoi swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tsoi tries to work over Cortes's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Cortes lands a shoulder strike.
Cortes doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tsoi tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Cortes's elbow.
Cortes lands a right hand that snaps the head of Tsoi backwards.
Cortes tries to work over Tsoi's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Cortes stalling in the clinch.
Cortes fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tsoi working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Tsoi doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Cortes lands a body shot.
Cortes goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Cortes misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Cortes tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Cortes tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Cortes misses with a short punch on the inside.
Cortes fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.#T4#
Tsoi doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Cortes lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Tsoi or not.
Tsoi fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #BC2#
Cortes manages to break the clinch.
Tsoi keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tsoi walks into a straight right hand from Cortes.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Cortes swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tsoi tries to score with a low kick but Cortes moves his leg out of the way.
Cortes steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Tsoi.
Tsoi scores with a kick to the midsection.
Cortes lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Tsoi takes one to the chin there.
Tsoi is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Cortes.
Tsoi throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Cortes counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Donk. Cortes catches Tsoi right on the button with a cross.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Cortes misses with a low kick.
Tsoi fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Cortes on the side of the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Ferdinand Cortes will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Cortes throws a jab but it's blocked by Tsoi.
Tsoi is looking to counter with a body kick.
Tsoi throws a lazy right hand but Cortes sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Tsoi backing away here, and Cortes unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Cortes looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Donk. Cortes catches Tsoi right on the button with a cross.
Cortes throws a leg kick but Tsoi moved away.
Cortes swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Tsoi.#ROC2#
Tsoi is rocked!
Tsoi lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Oh Tsoi is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Viktor Tsoi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tsoi throws a nice inside leg kick.
Tsoi seems to have got his legs back now.
Tsoi with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Viktor Tsoi is winning the standup battle so far.
Tsoi throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Cortes looks to land a right hand but Tsoi moved out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cortes misses with a leg kick.
Cortes on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Both fighters circling a little - Cortes finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tsoi gets cracked there but stands up to it.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Tsoi. #T1#
Cortes slips under a jab.
Tsoi slips a straight right by Cortes.
Tsoi misses with a right hand
and Cortes counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Cortes throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tsoi sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Tsoi defending well as Cortes loads up on a big left hand.
Cortes turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Cortes scores with a jab.
A big left from Cortes misses.
Tsoi misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Cortes.
Good leg kick by Tsoi there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Tsoi throws a sloppy body shot
and Cortes counters with a stiff right hand.
Cortes steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tsoi.
Cortes thows a leg kick but Tsoi checks it #TD#
and Tsoi counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Cortes!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tsoi is looking to take a break and control but Cortes is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T2#
Tsoi wants to take a breather but Cortes manages to regain guard - a lesson learnt for Tsoi. #ES2#
Cortes manages to escape and get back to his feet.
Cortes keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A nice leg kick lands there from Tsoi.
Tsoi blocks a jab.
Tsoi swings away with a body shot that misses
and Cortes counters with a body kick.
Tsoi lands a jab to the nose.#T3#
Cortes misses with a body shot
letting Tsoi counter with a right hand.
Tsoi throws a push kick but Cortes slaps the foot to one side.
Tsoi ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Cortes moves away.
Tsoi checks a leg kick.
Cortes misses with a straight left.
Tsoi with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Cortes to score with a decent uppercut.
Tsoi just misses with a punch to the body.
Cortes pivots, looking for a leg kick but Tsoi is out of range and Cortes settles back down.
Cortes checks the leg kick.
A nice leg kick lands there from Cortes.
Tsoi misses with a shot to the body
and Cortes finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Tsoi with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Cortes to score with a decent uppercut.
Tsoi misses with a straight left.
Tsoi takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Tsoi moves out of range as Cortes throws a body kick. #T4#
Cortes takes a shot right to the bread basket.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Tsoi.
Cortes throws a leg kick that is checked
and Tsoi counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Cortes looks to throw the jab but Tsoi is out of range.
Cortes tries to score with a low kick but Tsoi moves his leg out of the way.
Cortes lands with a straight right. Tsoi didn't see that one coming.
Tsoi avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Cortes wants to land a leg kick but Tsoi is out of range.
A nice inside leg kick there by Tsoi. That's going to slow Cortes down.
Jab by Cortes.
Tsoi walks into a straight right hand from Cortes.
Cortes blocks the body kick.
Tsoi jabs Cortes to the body, keeping him at a distance.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Cortes takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Tsoi will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ferdinand Cortes showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R3#
Cortes misses with a body kick.
Cortes has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Tsoi misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Cortes.
Tsoi tries to clinch up.
Cortes pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A swing and a miss from Tsoi.
Cortes feints and then cracks Tsoi's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Tsoi down.
Tsoi pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Cortes wants to counter the offense by Tsoi and move into the clinch position.
Cortes pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Tsoi needs to keep his hands up - Cortes had a free shot at his head there.
Cortes throws a jab but it's blocked by Tsoi.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tsoi doesn't manage to clinch there - Cortes circles away.
Tsoi throws a leg kick which misses Cortes's front leg but catches the back leg as Cortes tries to avoid it.
Cortes staying out of range there.
Cortes throws out a powerful jab.#CL2#
Cortes darts in and clinches Tsoi up against the cage.#T1#
Cortes lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Tsoi or not.
A short uppercut from Tsoi.
Tsoi misses with a punch to the body.
Tsoi lands an uppercut.
Cortes misses with a punch to the body.
Cortes lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Cortes has a couple of punches blocked by Tsoi.
Ferdinand Cortes seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Cortes is working Tsoi over against the cage.
Cortes tries to work over Tsoi's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Tsoi blocking some punches.
Cortes's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Cortes lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Cortes.
Cortes throws a head punch that misses.
Tsoi has a couple of punches blocked by Cortes.
Cortes tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Tsoi working aggressively here.
Tsoi tries a body shot but Cortes blocks it.
Tsoi is pushing Cortes up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Cortes lands a body punch. #T2#
Cortes softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
A right hand to the body from Cortes.
Tsoi tries to throw a body punch but Cortes avoids it by throwing Tsoi back against the cage.
Tsoi misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Cortes lands a body punch.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Cortes lands a body punch in the clinch.
Cortes lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Tsoi.
Cortes swings wildly with an uppercut but Tsoi uses good head movement to avoid it.
Good body shot from Cortes.
Still in the clinch, Cortes scores with a nice short uppercut.
Tsoi tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Cortes's elbow.
Cortes misses with a punch to the body.
Cortes controlling the action here for a moment.
Cortes pushes Tsoi back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. #T3#
Cortes misses with a body punch.
A head punch on the inside from Tsoi fails to land.
Cortes tries to throw a body punch but Tsoi avoids it by throwing Cortes back against the cage.
Cortes misses with the head strike.
Tsoi fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Nice body punch from Cortes.
Tsoi blocks a body shot from Cortes.
Cortes has a couple of punches blocked by Tsoi.
Cortes misses with a punch on the inside.
Tsoi looking to slow down the pace here.
Cortes doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tsoi misses with the head strike.
Cortes lands a shoulder strike.
Tsoi can't find room to land a body shot as Cortes controls the action.
Cortes blocks a body shot from Tsoi. #BC2#
Cortes breaks the clinch.
Cortes is looking to score with low kicks.#T4#
Cortes thows a body kick. Tsoi tries to catch it but that hurt him. #KD2#
Oooooh!!! Cortes has knocked Tsoi down with a huge combo! Cortes steps away and waves a wobbly Tsoi back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tsoi looks to score with a jab to the body but Cortes is just out of range.
Cortes ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Tsoi throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Cortes counters with a nice body shot.
Cortes tries to move into range but Tsoi moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Cortes fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Tsoi is out of range.
Tsoi is looking to counter with a body kick.
Tsoi looks to land a body kick but Cortes moved away.
Cortes misses with a wild body shot.
Tsoi checks a leg kick nicely.
Tsoi just misses with a punch to the body.
Tsoi fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Tsoi throws a jab but it's blocked by Cortes.
Cortes throws a body punch but Tsoi moves out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ferdinand Cortes really dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R4#
Cortes swings for the body but Tsoi moves out of range.
Tsoi throwing a counter right hand but Cortes manages to avoid it.
Cortes on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Tsoi. Tsoi obviously looking to wear him down.
Tsoi swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Cortes connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Tsoi attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
It seemed like Cortes was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Tsoi stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Cortes.
Tsoi swings for the body but Cortes moves out of range.
Cortes lands a nice leg kick that just misses Tsoi's sensitive parts.
Cortes takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
A punch lands to the side of Tsoi 's head but he takes it in his stride.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tsoi throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Cortes let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Cortes chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Tsoi misses with an uppercut. Cortes saw that one coming.
Cortes keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tsoi.
Cortes wants to counter with a clinch but Tsoi pushes him away.
Tsoi cracks a nice hook into Cortes's ribs.#T1#
Tsoi blocks a head kick by Cortes.
Tsoi thows a body kick. Cortes tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Tsoi is looking to slow Cortes down with leg kicks.
Tsoi lands a head shot.
Cortes tries to score with a low kick but Tsoi moves his leg out of the way.
Cortes 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.
Cortes lands a nice leg kick that just misses Tsoi's sensitive parts.
Tsoi throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Cortes sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Nice shot by Cortes.
Tsoi walks into a straight right hand from Cortes.
Cortes looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Cortes throws a chopping leg kick but Tsoi manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Tsoi feinted there with a counter leg kick.
A low kick from Cortes misses
and Tsoi makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tsoi throws a front kick that sends Cortes stumbling back into the cage.#T2#
Cortes tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Tsoi has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Cortes.
Tsoi lands a right hook to the body.
Tsoi throws a body punch but Cortes moves out of range.
Tsoi slips a straight right by Cortes.
Cortes uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tsoi.
Cortes with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Tsoi to score with a decent uppercut.
Cortes misses with a wild body shot.
Tsoi throws out a powerful jab.
Cortes is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Tsoi slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Cortes digs a good body shot into Tsoi's ribs.
Tsoi looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Cortes misses with the body kick
and Tsoi counters with a nice leg kick. #T3#
Cortes attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Cortes takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Tsoi misses with a low kick.
Tsoi looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Tsoi swings widly with a right hand
and Cortes counters with a slapping leg kick.
Cortes displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tsoi throws out the jab.
Tsoi waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Cortes.
Cortes with a hook.
Cortes looks to land a right hand but Tsoi moved out of range.
Tsoi takes one on the button.
A chopping leg kick lands by Cortes.
Tsoi lands a front kick.
Tsoi fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Cortes jabbing away but nothing is landing. #T4#
Tsoi fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Cortes throws an off balance right hand
and Tsoi counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tsoi misses with a wild body shot.
Cortes fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tsoi manages to avoid it.
Tsoi keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Cortes.
Cortes misses with a jab to the body
and Tsoi counters with a straight right hand.
Tsoi misses with a body kick.
Cortes throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Tsoi lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Cortes swings for the body but Tsoi moves out of range.
Cortes takes one to the chin there.
Tsoi lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Cortes throws out a loose jab but Tsoi uses good head movement to avoid it.
Cortes wants to land a leg kick but Tsoi is out of range.
Tsoi quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
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 Viktor Tsoi will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!
#R5#
A punch lands to the side of Cortes 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Cortes on the wrong end of a kick to the body. #CL2#
Cortes has closed the distance and engaged Tsoi in a clinch.
A shot in the inside from Cortes.
Tsoi lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Tsoi lands a hook that snaps the head of Cortes backwards.
Tsoi scores with a shoulder strike.
Tsoi working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Cortes has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Tsoi.#BC#
Tsoi breaks from the clinch.
Tsoi lands a front kick.
Tsoi walks forward, straight into a front kick from Cortes.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Cortes takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Cortes goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Cortes moves out of range of the body kick from Tsoi.
Cortes looks like he wants to counter punch here.
A decent looking cross lands there for Cortes.
Tsoi throws a leg kick but Cortes checks it. #T1#
Tsoi swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tsoi throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tsoi scores with a jab. Cortes acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Tsoi scores with a nice body kick.
Tsoi works the jab nicely.
Tsoi throws a jab but it's blocked by Cortes.
Cortes now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Tsoi takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Tsoi throws a hook but Cortes avoids it easily.
It seemed like Cortes was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Tsoi throws a body punch but Cortes moves out of range.
Cortes misses with a body shot.
Cortes wants to slow Tsoi down by chopping away at his legs.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tsoi. Cortes does a little dance to reset his feet.
Cortes uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tsoi.
Viktor Tsoi has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Tsoi throws a body shot but no joy.
Tsoi slips a straight right by Cortes.
Cortes checks a leg kick nicely.
Cortes takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Cortes throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A big right from Tsoi misses.
Cortes throws a leg kick which misses Tsoi's front leg but catches the back leg as Tsoi tries to avoid it.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Cortes getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Cortes misses with a body kick.
Tsoi attempts a counter takedown but Cortes avoids it well and moves away.
Cortes avoids the body shot from Tsoi.
Cortes is trying to counter with his kicks.
Cortes scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
An inside leg kick lands from Tsoi.
Tsoi scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Cortes doesn't seem bothered though.
Tsoi moves out of range of the strikes.
Tsoi half committed to a counter leg kick.#T3#
Tsoi connects with a leg kick. Cortes looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Tsoi lands a nice looking body shot.
Cortes is looking to score with low kicks.#CL2#
Cortes closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Tsoi fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Cortes gets through Tsoi's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Tsoi tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Cortes's elbow.
A nice left hand lands by Tsoi.
Cortes takes a shot to the head.
A left hand lands to the body for Tsoi.
Cortes gets through Tsoi's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Tsoi throws a head punch that misses.
A short right from Cortes on the inside.
Cortes lands a nice shot to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Cortes lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Cortes misses with a hook to the ribs.
Cortes tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #T4#
Cortes scores with a nice hook to the head.
Tsoi scores with a shoulder strike.
A head punch on the inside from Tsoi fails to land.
Tsoi tries to work over Cortes's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Tsoi scores with a nice hook to the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tsoi.
Cortes tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Cortes tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Cortes misses with a punch on the inside.
Cortes tries a body shot but Tsoi blocks it.
Cortes blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tsoi has a couple of punches blocked by Cortes.
Tsoi misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Tsoi lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Cortes backwards.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tsoi.
Tsoi is trying to break free.
A head punch on the inside from Tsoi fails to land.
Cortes tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.

And that's the end of the fight!
Viktor Tsoi showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Cortes 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 Andrew Berry scores the fight 47:48
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 47:48
Judge William Gold scores the fight 47:49

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

Event: EVO 270: Traylor vs Alexander
Date: Oct 01, 2016

#R1#
Tsoi checks the leg kick nicely there.
Tsoi connects with a nice looking jab.
Camatta walks forward, straight into a front kick from Tsoi.
Camatta misses with a hook. Tsoi ducked under it nicely.
Camatta takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Camatta blocks a jab.
Camatta misses with a right hand
and Tsoi cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Tsoi throws an off balance right hand
and Camatta cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Tsoi keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Camatta.
Camatta throws a hook but Tsoi avoids it easily.
Tsoi displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Camatta throws out the jab.
Tsoi misses with a body punch
and Camatta counters with a thumping low kick.
Tsoi tries to land a front kick but Camatta steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Viktor Tsoi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tsoi takes a swing at Camatta's ribcage but misses.
Camatta doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Tsoi chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Camatta scores with a hook.
Camatta misses with a straight right. #T1#
Camatta takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Camatta misses with an uppercut.
Camatta cracks the inside of Tsoi's front leg.
Tsoi doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Tsoi moves away from the strike by Camatta.
Tsoi swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Camatta throws a hook but Tsoi blocks it.
A chopping leg kick lands by Tsoi.
Camatta throws a leg kick that misses.
Tsoi half committed to a counter leg kick.
Tsoi misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Camatta.
Tsoi misses with a looping right.
Camatta avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Camatta, right into the meat.
Tsoi throws a hook but Camatta blocks it.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Camatta! But no joy.
Camatta with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Tsoi to score with a decent uppercut.
A slapping leg kick lands for Camatta.
Tsoi misses with a lunging right hand
and Camatta counters with a stiff right hand.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Camatta 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 seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tsoi is looking to chop away at Camatta's legs. #T2#
Tsoi slips a straight right by Camatta.
Tsoi throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Camatta blocks a jab.
Camatta looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Tsoi misses with a hook to the body
and Camatta counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Camatta lands with a hook. Tsoi tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Tsoi blocks a jab.
Camatta takes a swing at Tsoi's ribcage but misses.
Camatta scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Tsoi doesn't seem bothered though.
Tsoi misses with a telegraphed body shot
enabling Camatta to counter with a crisp jab.
Tsoi swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Camatta ducks under a wild hook from Tsoi.
Tsoi tries to clinch up but Camatta circles away and keeps his distance.
Tsoi misses with a looping left.
Tsoi throws a poor cross that misses
and Camatta counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Camatta is looking to land body kicks.
Tsoi is looking to counter punch.
Tsoi looking to land some kicks to the body here.
And Camatta responds with a good body kick, but Tsoi manages to step out the way in time.#T3#
Camatta ducks under a wild hook from Tsoi.
Viktor Tsoi is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Tsoi goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Camatta misses the shot to the body.
Camatta throws a jab when Tsoi was well out of range.
Tsoi is looking to counter punch.
Camatta uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tsoi.
Tsoi looks to score with a jab to the body but Camatta is just out of range.
Camatta misses with a wild body shot.
Tsoi throws out a leg kick but Camatta moves out of range and Tsoi only half commits.
Tsoi throws a leg kick #TD2#
and Camatta counters with a single leg into guard. Tsoi didn't expect that.
Camatta engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Camatta's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#T4#
Camatta stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Tsoi swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Tsoi has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Camatta can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Tsoi 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.
Camatta controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
More stalling from Camatta.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Antonio Camatta dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Camatta cracks Tsoi with a good jab.
Tsoi throws a hook but Camatta blocks it.
Tsoi throws a looping overhand right but Camatta ducks down to avoid it.
Camatta keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Camatta moves out of range as Tsoi throws a body kick.
Camatta is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Tsoi stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Tsoi fakes the leg kick and cracks Camatta in the body.
Tsoi throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Camatta throws a poor cross that misses
and Tsoi counters with a good, hard body kick but Camatta shrugs it off.
Tsoi swings for the body but Camatta moves out of range.
Camatta misses with an uppercut. Tsoi saw that one coming.
Tsoi feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Viktor Tsoi is winning the standup battle so far.
Tsoi pushes Camatta away with a front kick.
A low kick from Tsoi is predictable there #TD2#
so Camatta counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Camatta wants to control from the top but Tsoi keeps moving. #T1#
Camatta throwing strikes but missing.
Tsoi keeping full guard, as Camatta tries to pass. #SUB#
Tsoi is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Camatta is aware though and is defending well.
Camatta preventing the sweep.
Camatta slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Camatta trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Tsoi looking for a sweep. Not yet Tsoi, not yet. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Camatta trying to control the position from guard on top but Tsoi is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Camatta looking to pass the guard. #SUB#
Tsoi working for a triangle but Camatta defends it easily.
Camatta won't allow Tsoi to sweep him here.
Camatta trying to control but Tsoi is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Tsoi takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.#T3##TD2#
Camatta closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Camatta lands in his opponent's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Camatta's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Camatta wants to control from the top but Tsoi keeps moving.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Camatta tries to free his leg and advance position but Tsoi is retaining full guard.
Camatta scoring with punches to the head and body.
Tsoi looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Tsoi is on top in guard. #REVR##T4#
Tsoi wants to control from the top but Camatta keeps moving.
Tsoi engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Tsoi passes Camatta's left leg - he's now in half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Camatta moves into full guard.
Camatta working a defensive guard here.
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 Viktor Tsoi 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.
#R3#
A looping hook to the body misses from Camatta. Tsoi does a little dance to reset his feet.
An attempted straight right counter from Tsoi misses the target.
Tsoi swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Camatta throws a front kick aimed at Tsoi's knee but Tsoi avoids it well.
Camatta connects with a crisp jab.
Camatta looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Tsoi feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Tsoi misses with an uppercut. Camatta saw that one coming.
Camatta throws a shot from downtown. Tsoi moves away and avoids it.
Tsoi throws a low kick but Camatta avoids it.
Camatta wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Tsoi just misses with a punch to the body.
Camatta misses with a looping left.
Tsoi was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tsoi lets loose with a powerful body kick. Camatta will feel that in the morning.
Camatta takes a swing at Tsoi's ribcage but misses.
Camatta throws a hook to the side of Tsoi's head but Tsoi sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Tsoi feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Tsoi looks to land a left hand but Camatta moved out of range nicely.
Camatta scores with a hook to the body. Tsoi takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. #T1#
Tsoi waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Camatta.
Tsoi misses the shot to the body.
Camatta takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Tsoi slips a straight right by Camatta.
Camatta misses with a straight left.
Camatta throws a solid leg kick but Tsoi takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Camatta.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Tsoi.
Camatta checks a low kick from Tsoi.
Camatta swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Camatta loads up on a big right hand but Tsoi slips the punch.
Tsoi uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Camatta.
Tsoi scores with a nice head shot.
Tsoi pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Camatta goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Tsoi misses with a looping right.#T2#
A nice inside leg kick there by Tsoi. That's going to slow Camatta down.
Camatta misses with a leg kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tsoi fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Camatta throws an off balance right hand
and Tsoi counters with a nice leg kick.
Tsoi lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Tsoi fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Camatta manages to avoid it.
Camatta scores with a nice strike.
Camatta looks for a takedown but Tsoi sprawls well.
Tsoi scores with a shot to the body.
Camatta throws out a loose jab but Tsoi uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tsoi tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Camatta is able to avoid easily.
Camatta misses with a lunging right hand
and Tsoi counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Camatta will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away. #T3#
A swing and a miss from Camatta.
Tsoi jabs Camatta to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Tsoi wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Tsoi fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Camatta is out of range.
Camatta throws a wild body kick that Tsoi sees coming a mile off.
The fighters circling - Camatta throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Tsoi looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Camatta takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Tsoi 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.
Camatta takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.#TD2#
Tsoi tries to sprawl but Camatta drives through with a takedown into 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!
Tsoi wants to get back to full guard.
Tsoi on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Tsoi is looking for a sweep. Camatta is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T4#
Tsoi trying to control from the bottom.
Tsoi manages to get to full guard.
Camatta looking to pass the guard.
Tsoi 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#
Tsoi looking for a guillotine here but Camatta defends easily.
Camatta is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but Viktor Tsoi did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
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#
Tsoi throws a hook but Camatta avoids it easily.
Tsoi connects with a leg kick. Camatta looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Tsoi throws a jab when Camatta was well out of range.
Camatta was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Camatta's corner calls for a 1-2. Camatta obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Tsoi misses with a hook.
Camatta appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
An inside leg kick from Tsoi misses.
It seemed like Camatta was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Camatta lands a head kick!
Tsoi throws a hook but Camatta avoids it easily.
A little jabbing left from Camatta on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Camatta swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Camatta connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Camatta needs to keep his hands up - Tsoi had a free shot at his head there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Camatta walks forward, straight into a front kick from Tsoi.
Camatta throws a jab when Tsoi was well out of range.
Camatta takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tsoi looks to score with a jab to the body but Camatta is just out of range.
Camatta loads up on a big right hand but Tsoi slips the punch.
Tsoi fires out a quick counter leg kick but Camatta just manages to avoid it.#T1#
Camatta walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Camatta throws a looping overhand right but Tsoi ducks down to avoid it.
Tsoi throws a big shot that misses.
Tsoi takes a swing at Camatta's ribcage but misses.
A chopping leg kick lands by Tsoi.
Camatta swings widly with a right hand
and Tsoi counters with a slapping leg kick.
A slapping leg kick lands for Tsoi.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Tsoi.
Tsoi loads up on a big right hand but Camatta slips the punch.
Camatta throws a right and a left that both miss.
Camatta slips under a jab.
Tsoi ducks under a wild hook from Camatta.
Tsoi takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Tsoi fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Camatta looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Camatta has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Tsoi.#T2#
Tsoi takes a swing at Camatta's ribcage but misses.
Tsoi moves into range and connects with a jab.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tsoi swings and misses with a hook to the body.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Tsoi here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.
Camatta throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Tsoi blocks a head kick by Camatta.
Camatta lands with an uppercut that bounces Tsoi off the cage and back into range.
Tsoi misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Camatta.
Camatta works over Tsoi's head and body with a nice combination.
Tsoi tries to land a leg kick but Camatta saw it coming and moves away.
Tsoi looks to score with a jab to the body but Camatta is just out of range.
Camatta drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Tsoi defends it well.
A decent looking cross lands there for Tsoi.
Tsoi avoids the body shot from Camatta.
Tsoi throws a lazy uppercut
and Camatta makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Tsoi throws a front kick aimed at Camatta's knee but Camatta avoids it well. #T3#
Donk. Camatta catches Tsoi right on the button with a cross.
Tsoi throws the left hand but Camatta avoids the punch easily.
A shot to the liver by Camatta. Beautiful body shot.
Camatta lands with a straight right. Tsoi didn't see that one coming.
Tsoi fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Camatta misses with a straight right.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Tsoi 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 Camatta has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Camatta and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Tsoi slips a jab from Camatta.
Tsoi tried to counter with a leg kick but Camatta avoided it.
Camatta 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.
Tsoi throws a leg kick but Camatta checks it.
Camatta swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Camatta's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Tsoi throws a leg kick that misses.
Camatta throws a lazy uppercut
and Tsoi counters with a nice low kick that buckles Camatta's knee momentarily.
Camatta avoids a kick to the body.
Tsoi throws a poor cross that misses
and Camatta counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T4#
A slapping body kick lands there for Tsoi.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Camatta ducks under a wild hook from Tsoi.
Tsoi scores with a spinning back kick!
Tsoi misses with a body kick.
Camatta looks to land a left hand but Tsoi moved out of range nicely.
Tsoi quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Camatta uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tsoi.
Camatta throws a solid leg kick but Tsoi takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Camatta.
Tsoi blocks a low kick nicely.
Camatta throws a lazy right hand but Tsoi sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Camatta attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Tsoi wants to slow Camatta down by chopping away at his legs.
Camatta lands a really nice looking cross but Tsoi seems unphased.
Nice takedown defense from Tsoi. No joy for Camatta on that attempt.
A head kick misses from Camatta.
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 Viktor Tsoi 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. This is the final round!
#R5#
Tsoi misses with a jab to the body
letting Camatta counter with a right hand.
Camatta lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
A jab from Camatta misses.
Tsoi is looking to clinch.
Camatta on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there. #TD2#
Camatta throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Tsoi was covering up waiting for the punch and Camatta finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Tsoi pulls Camatta in to control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Tsoi is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Tsoi trying to control the position here. #T1#
Camatta trying to control but Tsoi is working from the bottom.
Camatta stands and throws Tsoi's legs to the side, diving into side control.
You can see the frustration on Tsoi's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Viktor Tsoi is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#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.
Camatta working the ground and pound but Tsoi is defending the strikes.
Tsoi is not content to let Camatta control the position.
Camatta tries to score with some ground and pound. Tsoi controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Tsoi is trying to control Camatta's posture but Camatta avoids it.
Camatta landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Tsoi is being controlled here.
Camatta is looking to take a break and control but Tsoi is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T3#
Tsoi wants to control but Camatta postures up.
Camatta working the head and body with strikes.
Tsoi is looking for a sweep.
Tsoi struggling a bit here.
This fight is sponsored by Chainsaw 7. More blood and guts and stuff like that, in cinemas everywhere now!#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD2#
Camatta gets the takedown into side control.
Camatta cracks Tsoi with a big elbow.
Antonio Camatta has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
Tsoi is trying to control Camatta's posture but Camatta avoids it.
Camatta works to advance to full mount. Tsoi defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs.
Tsoi tries to lock up and control but Camatta gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Camatta with a couple of short strikes.
Camatta misses with a series of strikes from mount. He'll no doubt be working on his ground and pound when he gets back to the gym.
Tsoi is trying to escape the mount.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Camatta lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 48:47
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 48:47
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 47:49

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

Event: EVO 266: Tsoi vs Cortes 2
Date: Sep 08, 2016

#R1#
Cortes throws a shot from downtown. Tsoi moves away and avoids it.
Donk. Cortes catches Tsoi right on the button with a cross.
Tsoi misses with a straight right.
Cortes appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Tsoi ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Cortes throws a nice outside leg kick.
Tsoi checks a low kick from Cortes.
A little feinted left hand from Tsoi on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Cortes throws a jab but it's blocked by Tsoi.
Cortes just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromTsoi.
Cortes works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cortes pivots, looking for a leg kick but Tsoi is out of range and Cortes settles back down.
Tsoi 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.
Tsoi chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Cortes can pounce on him.
Cortes swings away with a body shot that misses
and Tsoi counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T1#
Cortes throws a low kick but it's checked well by Tsoi.
Cortes connects with a leg kick. Tsoi looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Cortes fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Tsoi slips under a jab from Cortes.
Tsoi takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Good work by Tsoi as he checks the leg kick.
Cortes with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Cortes wants to slow Tsoi down by chopping away at his legs.
Nice uppercut lands for Cortes. That snapped Tsoi's head back.
Tsoi keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Cortes misses with a hook. Tsoi ducked under it nicely.
Cortes throws out a loose jab but Tsoi uses good head movement to avoid it. #T2#
Cortes looks to score with a jab to the body but Tsoi is just out of range.
Cortes lands with a nice body kick.
The fighters circling - Cortes throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Cortes displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tsoi throws out the jab.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tsoi throws a big shot that misses.
Cortes throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Tsoi tries to bum rush Cortes with a series of wild strikes but Cortes uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Cortes throws a sloppy body shot
and Tsoi counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Cortes swings away with a body shot that misses
and Tsoi counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Cortes misses with a wild body shot.
Tsoi misses with a body shot
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.#T3#
Cortes throws a leg kick that is checked
and Tsoi counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Cortes misses with a wild body shot.
A good leg kick by Cortes.
Cortes misses with a hook. Tsoi ducked under it nicely.
An attempted straight right counter from Tsoi misses the target.
Cortes throws an off balance right hand
and Tsoi cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Cortes misses with a looping left.
Tsoi blocks a jab.
A quick step to the side and Tsoi tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Nice body kick from Cortes.
Cortes delivers a nice body kick.
Cortes connects with a body shot.
Cortes throws a hook but Tsoi blocks it.#T4#
Tsoi throws a right hand that misses
letting Cortes counter with a right hand.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tsoi looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Cortes throws a leg kick but Tsoi sees it coming and moves out of range.
Tsoi throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tsoi tries to land a body kick
and Cortes connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Cortes walks into a straight right hand from Tsoi.
Tsoi looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Cortes looks to score with a jab to the body but Tsoi is just out of range.
Tsoi throws a leg kick
and Cortes connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A nice inside leg kick there by Tsoi. That's going to slow Cortes down.
A big left from Cortes misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ferdinand Cortes dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Tsoi scores with a crisp jab that stopped Cortes in his tracks.
Tsoi loads up on a big right hand but Cortes slips the punch.
Tsoi moves out of range of the strikes.
Cortes is looking to chop away at Tsoi's legs.
Tsoi lands with a hook. Cortes tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Cortes misses with an uppercut
and Tsoi counters with a nice low kick that buckles Cortes's knee momentarily.
Cortes scores with a nice strike.
Jab, jab by Cortes - just one landing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tsoi checks a leg kick.
A head kick by Cortes misses
enabling Tsoi to counter with a crisp jab.
An inside leg kick from Cortes misses. #T1#
Nice uppercut lands for Cortes. That snapped Tsoi's head back.
Cortes throws a head kick but Tsoi moves out of range.
Tsoi lands with a nice body punch.
Cortes throws a leg kick that misses.
Tsoi was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Cortes throws a half hearted mid kick.
Tsoi walks into a jab.
Tsoi misses with a looping right.
Tsoi stuns Cortes with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Tsoi listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Tsoi fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Cortes manages to avoid it.
Cortes lands a nice looking body shot. #T2#
Cortes lunges at Tsoi with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Tsoi's hand.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Cortes misses with a leg kick
and Tsoi counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Tsoi throws an overhand right that lands on Cortes's shoulder, as Cortes tries to avoid the shot.
Cortes works the jab nicely.
Cortes throws out a loose jab but Tsoi uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ferdinand Cortes seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nice body punch from Cortes.
Ferdinand Cortes seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Tsoi throws a low kick, looking for Cortes's leg but Cortes calmly moves out of range.
Tsoi misses with a looping right.
Cortes doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Tsoi moves out of range of the body kick from Cortes.
Tsoi is looking to counter with a body kick.
Cortes throws a right hand that misses
and Tsoi connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Cortes throws out a loose jab but Tsoi uses good head movement to avoid it. #T3#
Donk. Cortes catches Tsoi right on the button with a cross.
Cortes with a hook.
Cortes ducks under a wild hook from Tsoi.
Cortes avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Tsoi digs a good body shot into Cortes's ribs.
Cortes throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tsoi on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Cortes throws a body kick that misses.
Cortes looks to throw a body kick
and Tsoi finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Cortes connects with a right hand. Tsoi shakes it off.#T4#
Tsoi throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A little jabbing left from Cortes on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
A swing and a miss from Tsoi.
A right-left combo lands from Tsoi.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Cortes throws a lazy right hand but Tsoi sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Cortes has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Tsoi lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Tsoi takes one to the side of the head.
Cortes looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Tsoi checks a leg kick nicely.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Cortes.
Tsoi keeps Cortes at a distance using the push kick.
Cortes misses with a body shot.
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 Viktor Tsoi will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R3#
Cortes misses with a shot to the body
and Tsoi counters with a nice body kick.
A big right from Tsoi misses.
Cortes throws a lazy uppercut
and Tsoi counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Tsoi takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Cortes dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Tsoi. That did some damage!
Tsoi throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Tsoi throws a right hand that misses
and Cortes counters with a nice leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cortes jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Cortes scores with a jab. Tsoi acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Cortes ducks under a wild hook from Tsoi.
Tsoi jabbing away but nothing is landing. #T1#
Tsoi takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Cortes missing with a left hand there. Tsoi was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Tsoi bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Tsoi might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Tsoi lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Tsoi throws a body punch but Cortes moves out of range.
Tsoi lands a really nice looking cross but Cortes seems unphased.
Cortes misses with a shot to the body
and Tsoi counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Cortes chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Tsoi is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Cortes defending well as Tsoi loads up on a big left hand.
Tsoi misses with an uppercut. Cortes saw that one coming.#T2#
Cortes throws an overhand right that lands on Tsoi's shoulder, as Tsoi tries to avoid the shot.
Tsoi takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Tsoi lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Tsoi looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Cortes lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Tsoi slips a jab from Cortes.
Cortes tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Tsoi is able to avoid easily.
Tsoi fires out a quick counter leg kick but Cortes just manages to avoid it.
Tsoi avoids the body shot from Cortes.
Tsoi uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Cortes.
Cortes jabs at Tsoi's body.
A big right from Tsoi misses. #T3#
Tsoi throws a nice head kick!
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Cortes.
Cortes misses the shot to the body.
Tsoi appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Cortes feints and then cracks Tsoi's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Tsoi down.
Cortes throws a head kick that misses.
Cortes tries to score with a low kick but Tsoi moves his leg out of the way.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Cortes.
Cortes connects with a leg kick. Tsoi looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Tsoi takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Cortes throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Tsoi throws a body kick, spinning off balance
enabling Cortes to counter with a crisp jab. #T4#
Cortes lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Tsoi will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Cortes lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Cortes tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Cortes jabs Tsoi to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Cortes takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Cortes tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tsoi was well out of range. Poor timing from Cortes.
Cortes throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Cortes swings away with a body shot that misses
and Tsoi connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Tsoi lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Tsoi blocks a jab.
Tsoi 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.

Ferdinand Cortes really dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R4#
Cortes lands a nice looking kick to the body. Tsoi takes a step back to recover.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Cortes scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
A slow jab from Tsoi misses its intended target.
Cortes cracks a nice hook into Tsoi's ribs.
Tsoi throws a poor cross that misses
and Cortes counters with a left to the body.
Tsoi throws the left hand but Cortes avoids the punch easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cortes throws a front kick aimed at Tsoi's knee but Tsoi avoids it well.
Tsoi was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Cortes misses with a jab to the body
and Tsoi counters with a nice uppercut.
Cortes feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Tsoi's calf.
Tsoi fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Cortes manages to avoid it.#T1#
Cortes connects with the punch.
Cortes tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Tsoi is able to avoid easily.
It looked like Tsoi wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Tsoi scores with a shot to the body.
Cortes motions for Tsoi to come forward. Cortes throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Cortes throws a nice outside leg kick.
Tsoi takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Cortes lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Cortes takes a swing at Tsoi's ribcage but misses.
Tsoi lands with an uppercut that bounces Cortes off the cage and back into range.#T2#
Tsoi slips under a jab.
Cortes fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Tsoi looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Tsoi misses with a looping left.
Cortes keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Tsoi throws a hook to the side of Cortes's head but Cortes sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Cortes connects with a looping right hand.
Cortes scores with a leg kick.
Tsoi takes one to the chin there.
Tsoi misses with a left hand
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Cortes misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tsoi.
As Cortes looks to move away, Tsoi throws a big counter combo but Cortes just gets out of the way.#T3#
A cross from Tsoi lands.
Cortes walks into a stiff left hand from Tsoi.
Cortes misses with a straight right.
Cortes looks to land a right hand but Tsoi moved out of range.
Cortes scores with a jab.
Tsoi lands with a nice body kick.
A jab from Tsoi does it's job there.
Cortes throws a body punch but Tsoi moves out of range.
Tsoi swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Tsoi tries a head kick but it misses.
A nice leg kick lands there from Cortes. #T4#
Cortes takes a swing at Tsoi's ribcage but misses.
Tsoi misses with an uppercut.
Cortes scores with a nice strike.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Cortes fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tsoi manages to avoid it.
Tsoi throws a jab but it's blocked by Cortes.
A nice side step and Cortes releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Cortes swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Cortes throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Tsoi misses with a body shot.
Cortes avoids a kick to the body.
Cortes takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ferdinand Cortes dominated that fourth round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R5#
Cortes stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Cortes throws a body shot but no joy.
Cortes connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.#ROC2#
Tsoi is rocked!
Good work by Tsoi as he checks the leg kick.
Oh Tsoi is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Jab by Cortes.
Cortes scoring well with a low kick there.
Cortes ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tsoi moves away.
Cortes thows a leg kick but Tsoi checks it
and Tsoi counters with a slapping leg kick.
Cortes throws a body shot but no joy.
Tsoi keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tsoi throwing a counter right hand but Cortes manages to avoid it.
Tsoi seems to have got his legs back now.#T1#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tsoi takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Cortes throws a nice outside leg kick.
Cortes lands with a nice body punch.
Cortes throws a lazy uppercut
and Tsoi counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A big right from Cortes misses.
Cortes works Tsoi's body with a nice hook.
Cortes misses with a left hand
letting Tsoi counter with a right hand.
Tsoi fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Cortes is out of range.
Cortes scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Viktor Tsoi has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Cortes misses with an uppercut. Tsoi saw that one coming.
Tsoi chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Cortes can pounce on him.
Tsoi moves out of range of the leg kick from Cortes.
Cortes avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Cortes slips under a jab.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Cortes lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Cortes shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
A lazy left from Cortes finds it's target.
Cortes rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Tsoi cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Cortes cracks Tsoi with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.#T3#
A cross from Cortes lands.
Tsoi ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Cortes throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Tsoi stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Cortes misses with a low kick.
A counter left hand to the body from Tsoi misses its target.
Cortes looks to land a right hand but Tsoi moved out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Cortes. Tsoi does a little dance to reset his feet.
Cortes swings for the body but Tsoi moves out of range.
Tsoi swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Tsoi scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Cortes throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T4#
Cortes connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Tsoi's hands.
Good shot there by Cortes.
A jab from Cortes does it's job there.
Cortes with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Cortes throws a leg kick but Tsoi moved away.
And Tsoi counters with a quick kick to the body but Cortes blocks it.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tsoi tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Cortes manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Cortes tries a low kick but Tsoi avoids it.
Cortes misses with a low kick.
A good leg kick by Cortes.
Tsoi scores with a nice body kick.

And that's the end of the fight!
Ferdinand Cortes comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Cortes 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 Paul Tew scores the fight 46:50
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 46:49
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 45:50

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

Event: EVO 264: Cortes vs Lesnoe
Date: Aug 25, 2016

#R1#
Banner connects with a good right hand that stumbles Tsoi. Tsoi circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Tsoi paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Tsoi tries to land a leg kick but Banner saw it coming and moves away.
Banner drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Tsoi defends it well.
Banner cracks Tsoi with a good jab.
Banner takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Nice defenses there by Tsoi.
Banner throws a lazy right hand but Tsoi sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Tsoi was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Banner with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Tsoi to score with a decent uppercut.
Banner scores with a sloppy right hand. Tsoi should have avoided that one.
Banner blocks a leg kick.
Tsoi tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Banner was well out of range. Poor timing from Tsoi.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tsoi misses with a body shot.
Banner moves out of range of the body kick from Tsoi.
Banner looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Tsoi definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Banner looks to land a combination but Tsoi avoids it well.
Banner throws a combination that misses
and Tsoi counters with an outside leg kick.
Tsoi ducks down and throws a hook to the body.#KD2#
Banner lands a big head kick that sends Tsoi tumbling to the mat! Banner takes a step backwards and waves Tsoi back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC2#
Tsoi is rocked!
Nice defenses there by Tsoi.
Oh Tsoi is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Nice body punch from Tsoi.
Tsoi keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Banner.#T1#
Banner takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Banner throws a sloppy head kick
and Tsoi counters with a left to the body.
Tsoi seems to have got his legs back now.
Banner has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Banner there as he acknowledges the shot.
Tsoi on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Tsoi with a hook.#ROC#
Banner is rocked!
Tsoi fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Tsoi takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Nice shot lands for Tsoi.
Banner is still on wobbly legs! Can Tsoi finish him?
Banner throws a jab but it's blocked by Tsoi.
Banner lands a jab to the head.
Banner seems to have recovered his senses.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tsoi lunges at Banner with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Banner's hand.
Tsoi throws a wild body kick that Banner sees coming a mile off.
Banner is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Tsoi darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Tsoi cracks Banner with a big right hand that sees him stumbling back against the cage! Banner falls to his knees and Tsoi 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 1:54 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Viktor Tsoi!
Viktor Tsoi retains his bantamweight title!
A victorious Viktor Tsoi thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: GAMMA#574 Jordan v Gunnar 2
Date: Aug 06, 2016

#R1#
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Tsoi.
Tsoi scores with a leg kick.
Hoi slips under a jab.
Hoi misses with a series of wild punches.
Hoi takes one on the button.
The fight stays on the outside here - Tsoi looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Hoi feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Tsoi throws a leg kick but Hoi sees it coming and moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A chopping leg kick lands by Tsoi.
Tsoi looks to throw the jab but Hoi is out of range.
Tsoi buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Hoi misses with a two punch combination.
A low kick from Hoi misses
and Tsoi counters with a nice body kick. #T1#
Tsoi throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Hoi takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
A nice inside leg kick there by Tsoi. That's going to slow Hoi down.
Tsoi lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Tsoi thows a body kick. Hoi tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Hoi checks the leg kick nicely there.
Hoi slips under a jab.
Hoi looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Tsoi scoring well with a low kick there.
Tsoi has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Hoi is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Tsoi paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Tsoi swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Tsoi thows a left - swing and a miss!
A slow jab from Tsoi misses its intended target. #T2#
Nice jab there from Tsoi.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tsoi misses with a hook. Hoi ducked under it nicely.
Tsoi connects with a leg kick. Hoi looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Hoi takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Tsoi dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Hoi. That did some damage!
Hoi throws a leg kick but Tsoi checks it.
The fighters circling - Tsoi throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Hoi gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Hoi thows a left - swing and a miss!
The fighters circle momentarily. Tsoi darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Tsoi misses with a leg kick
and Hoi connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Tsoi is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Hoi had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
Hoi on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Hoi moves forwards but Tsoi connects with a nice, crisp jab.#T3#
Tsoi is looking to slow Hoi down with leg kicks.
Tsoi slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Tsoi throws a leg kick that is checked
enabling Hoi to counter with a crisp jab.
Tsoi lands a jab to the head.
Tsoi uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Hoi has time to react.
Hoi slips a straight right by Tsoi.
A punch lands to the side of Tsoi 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Hoi ducks under a wild hook from Tsoi.
Hoi misses with an uppercut
and Tsoi cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#ROC2#
Hoi is rocked!
Viktor Tsoi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tsoi fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Hoi manages to avoid it.
Oh Hoi is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Tsoi misses with a body shot.
Hoi seems to have got his legs back now.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tsoi throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.#T4#
Hoi takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Tsoi misses with a hook.
Hoi moves out of range of the body kick.
Tsoi misses with a straight right.
Hoi takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Tsoi misses with a kick to the body.
Tsoi scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Tsoi lands a nice shot to the body.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Tsoi.
Tsoi throws a shot from downtown. Hoi moves away and avoids it.
A little feinted left hand from Hoi on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Tsoi throws a half hearted mid kick.
Hoi swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Hoi takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Viktor Tsoi dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Tsoi uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Tsoi scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Tsoi fails in his attempt to clinch.
Hoi was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Tsoi drops Hoi with a straight left! Oh this is bad for Hoi! Tsoi dives in and starts dropping bombs - the referee has no choice but to step in and save him!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:21 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Viktor Tsoi!
A very excited looking Viktor Tsoi 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.
The defeated Fabian Hoi had this to say: 'I will only fight for huge cash anymore after this disappointing loss. I am a mercenary top gun from now on.'.

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

#R1#
Nice defenses there by Tsoi.
Tsoi appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Tallon jabs Tsoi right on the nose. Tsoi blinks but takes it well.
Tallon misses with a leg kick.
Tsoi flicks out a counter leg kick but Tallon steps away.
Tsoi closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Tallon just misses with a punch to the body.
Tallon pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Tsoi now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Tallon ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tsoi moves away.
Tsoi feints a counter leg kick.#CL#
Tallon clinches.
Tallon working aggressively here.
Tsoi misses with a body punch.
Tallon blocks a body shot from Tsoi.
Tsoi is working Tallon over against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A head punch on the inside from Tsoi fails to land.
Tallon tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tsoi's elbow.
Tallon lands a nice uppercut.
Tsoi blocks an uppercut.
Tsoi swings wildly with an uppercut but Tallon uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tsoi tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Tallon just stands there and leans against the cage.#T1#
Tsoi wants to break free but Tallon has control.
Tsoi stalling.
Tsoi wants to stall.
Tsoi throws a punch but it's blocked by Tallon.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tsoi.
Tallon misses with a body punch.
Tallon tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Tallon tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tsoi's elbow.
Tsoi blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tallon is struggling to control the position.
Tallon lands a body punch.
Tallon is leaning against Tsoi and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Tsoi stalling the fight.
Tallon lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Tsoi blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tsoi has a couple of punches blocked by Tallon.
Tsoi struggles to land a body shot inside as Tallon controls his hands.
Tsoi lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Tallon backwards. #T2#
Tallon can't find room to land a body shot as Tsoi controls the action.
Tallon gets through Tsoi's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Tallon scores with a shot to the side of Tsoi's head.
Tallon tries a body shot but Tsoi blocks it.
Tallon misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tsoi blocks an uppercut.
Tallon fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tsoi missing with knees to the body.
Tsoi has had enough of the clinch but Tallon keeps him there for the moment.
Tsoi lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Tallon blocking some punches.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Tsoi.
Tallon lands with a short punch from the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tsoi.
Tsoi can't find room to land a body shot as Tallon controls the action.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Tsoi.
Tsoi has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Tallon seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Tsoi can turn it around.#TD2#
Tsoi ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Tsoi no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Tallon would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. #SU#
Tallon gets to his feet. Tsoi looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son! #T3#
Tsoi uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tallon.
Tallon throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #CL#
Tallon rushes Tsoi and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Tallon misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tallon blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tallon tries to work over Tsoi's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Tallon lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tsoi.
Tsoi lands an uppercut.
Tsoi lands an uppercut.
Tallon swings wildly with an uppercut but Tsoi uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tallon blocks an uppercut.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tallon.
Tsoi lands with a light punch inside.
Tsoi goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Tsoi misses with a short punch on the inside.
Tallon blocking some punches. #T4#
Tallon tries to throw a body punch but Tsoi avoids it by throwing Tallon back against the cage.
Tsoi throws a punch but it's blocked by Tallon.
Tsoi tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Tallon fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tallon struggles to land a body shot inside as Tsoi controls his hands.
Tsoi takes a shot to the head.
Tsoi misses with some punches.
Tallon blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tsoi just leaning against Tallon, taking a breather.
Tallon working aggressively here.
Tsoi struggles to land a body shot inside as Tallon controls his hands.
Tallon blocks an uppercut.
Tsoi digs a right hand into Tallon's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Tallon's gas tank.
Tallon stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Tallon fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tallon tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Tsoi lands with a left to the head.
A shot in the inside from Tallon.
Tallon misses with a punch to the body.
Tsoi lands a body shot in the clinch.
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 Sean Tallon will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Tallon misses with a body punch
and Tsoi counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Sean Tallon seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tallon tries a head kick but it misses.
Tallon seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Tallon lands a nice shot that snaps Tsoi's head back.
Tallon connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Tsoi's hands.
Tallon misses with a hook to the body
and Tsoi connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Tsoi wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Tallon throws a body kick that misses.
Tallon throws the kick towards the body but Tsoi avoids it.
Tsoi bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Tallon looks to land a body kick but Tsoi moved away.
Tsoi takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Tallon throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Tsoi looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Tsoi connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tsoi wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Tsoi moves forwards but Tallon connects with a nice, crisp jab.#T1#
Jab by Tallon.
Tallon throws a poor cross that misses #TD2#
and Tsoi counters with a single leg into guard. Tallon didn't expect that.
Tsoi pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Tallon is keeping the position for now.
Tsoi throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Tallon wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Tsoi manages to pass to side control. #ES#
Tallon makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!
Tsoi pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #CL#
Tallon fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Tsoi, pushing him back against the cage.
Tsoi blocking some punches.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tsoi lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Tallon backwards.
Tallon lands with a left to the head. #T2#
Tsoi blocking some punches.
Tsoi goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Tsoi throws a punch but it's blocked by Tallon.
Tsoi lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Tallon backwards.
Tallon tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tsoi's elbow.
Tallon tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Tallon fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tallon swings wildly with an uppercut but Tsoi uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tallon can't find room to land a body shot as Tsoi controls the action.
Tallon's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A short left from Tallon.
Tallon takes a shot to the head.
Tsoi stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Tallon blocking some punches.
A shot in the inside from Tallon.
Tsoi displaying some good clinch control by pressing Tallon up against the cage.
Sean Tallon has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Tallon lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #T3#
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Tallon as Tsoi tries to tie him up.
Tallon misses with a hook from the clinch.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Tallon.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Tallon lands a hook that snaps the head of Tsoi backwards.
Tallon misses with the head strike.
Tallon tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Tallon tries to work over Tsoi's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC2#
Tsoi breaks from the clinch.
Tsoi takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Tsoi jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Tsoi avoids the body shot from Tallon.
Tallon walks into a left hand.
Tallon ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Tallon defending well as Tsoi loads up on a big left hand. #T4#
Tallon takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Tallon fails with an attempt to clinch.
Tsoi avoids the head kick by Tallon.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tallon lands a nice leg kick that just misses Tsoi's sensitive parts.
Good standup being displayed there by Tallon as he connects with a hook.
Tsoi doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Tallon lands with an overhand left.
Tallon misses with a kick to the body
and Tsoi connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Sean Tallon is winning the standup battle so far.
Tsoi connects with a nice looking jab.
Tallon tries to clinch but Tsoi is having none of it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tallon doesn't manage to clinch there - Tsoi circles away.
Tallon's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Tsoi connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Tallon scrambles back to his feet.
Tsoi misses with a body kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Sean Tallon will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R3#
Tallon is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Nice body kick from Tallon.
Tsoi moves out of range as Tallon throws a body kick.
Tsoi thinks about the counter body kick.
Tallon cracks a nice hook into Tsoi's ribs.
Tallon lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Tallon uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Tsoi has time to react.
A solid leg kick lands there for Tallon.
Tallon lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Tsoi at a distance.
Tsoi moves out of range of the body kick.
Tsoi throws the kick towards the body but Tallon avoids it.
A head kick misses from Tallon.
A swing and a miss from Tsoi.#CL#
Tallon closes the distance and clinches.
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!
Tallon scores with a hook to the body.#T1#
Tallon blocking some punches.
Tsoi misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Tsoi working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Tallon doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tallon swings wildly with an uppercut but Tsoi uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tsoi struggles to land a body shot inside as Tallon controls his hands.
Tallon goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Tsoi throws a head punch that misses.
Tallon tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tsoi's elbow.
Tallon prevents a body shot from Tsoi.
Tallon tries a body shot but Tsoi blocks it.
Tallon misses with a body punch.
Tallon tries a body shot but Tsoi blocks it.
A nice left hand lands by Tsoi.
Tsoi misses with a punch on the inside.
Tsoi tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Tsoi tries a body shot but Tallon blocks it.
Tsoi misses with a punch to the body. #T2#
Tallon goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Tsoi prevents a body shot from Tallon.
Tsoi misses with a short punch on the inside.
Tsoi jumps guard but Tallon turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Tallon tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Tallon lands a right hand.
Tsoi working aggressively here. #BC2#
Tsoi pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Tsoi on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
A low kick from Tallon is predictable there
and Tsoi counters with a stiff right hand.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tallon works Tsoi's body with a nice hook.
Tallon is looking to land body kicks.
A swing and a miss from Tallon.
Tallon moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Tallon misses with a hook to the body
and Tsoi counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T3#
Tsoi misses with a hook.
Tallon misses with a wild body shot.
Tsoi looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Tallon cracks Tsoi with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Tsoi is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Tsoi clobbers Tallon with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Tallon throws a jab when Tsoi was well out of range.
Tallon scores with a jab to the body.
Tallon bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Tallon is looking to clinch but Tsoi is avoiding it.
A little jabbing left from Tsoi on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Tallon scores with a decent looking hook.
Tallon jabs Tsoi to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Tallon throws a body punch but Tsoi moves out of range.
Tallon connects with an inside leg kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tallon fails with an attempt to clinch.
It seemed like Tsoi was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T4#
Tsoi chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Tallon can pounce on him.
Tallon moves away from the strike by Tsoi.
Tallon throws a leg kick
and Tsoi counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
A shot to the body from Tallon misses
and Tsoi cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Good standup being displayed there by Tallon as he connects with a hook.
Tsoi tests Tallon's chin there with a solid looking shot.#ROC2#
Tallon is rocked!
Tallon tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Tsoi counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Oh Tallon is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Tallon looks to clinch
and Tsoi counters with a crisp right that sends Tallon to the canvas! Tsoi follows up with punches from the mount and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:46 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Viktor Tsoi!
Viktor Tsoi is the new bantamweight champion!
A victorious Viktor Tsoi thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: EVO 253: SummerSlam
Date: Jul 02, 2016

#R1#
A nice inside leg kick there by Tallon. That's going to slow Tsoi down.
Tsoi throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Tallon swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tallon throws a half hearted mid kick.
Tallon throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Tallon seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Tallon lands with a shot to the body.
Tsoi uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tallon.
Tsoi looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Tsoi avoids a kick to the body.
Tallon moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Tallon lands with a right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tsoi takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Tsoi looks winded!
Tallon connects with a nice looking jab.
Tallon is looking to slow Tsoi down with leg kicks.
Good standup being displayed there by Tsoi as he connects with a hook.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tallon pushes Tsoi away with a front kick.#T1#
Tsoi avoids a kick to the body.
Tallon delivers a nice body kick.
Tsoi tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Tallon misses with a head kick.
Tsoi throws out a counter right but Tallon avoids it with no problem.
A lazy left from Tallon finds it's target.
Tsoi 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.
Tallon scores with the left hand. Tsoi knows he should have avoided that one.
Tsoi throws a half hearted mid kick.
Tallon thinks about countering with a body kick.#CL#
Tallon has closed the distance and engaged Tsoi in a clinch.
Tallon tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A shot in the inside from Tallon.
Tallon prevents a body shot from Tsoi.
Tsoi lands a shoulder strike.
Tallon lands with a short head shot on the inside.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tsoi tries to throw a body punch but Tallon avoids it by throwing Tsoi back against the cage. #T2#
Tallon cracks Tsoi with a nice body shot.
Tallon works on Tsoi's body with a couple of short punches.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Tallon. #ROC#
Tsoi is rocked!
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tallon.
Tsoi is still on wobbly legs! Can Tallon finish him?
A quick uppercut on the inside from Tallon.
Tallon goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A short uppercut from Tallon.
Tsoi fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tallon throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Tsois head.
A body shot lands from Tallon.
Tallon misses with a punch on the inside.
Tallon throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Tsois head.
A short body shot lands from Tallon as the two fighters clinch.
Tallon misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A right hand to the body from Tallon.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Tallon.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tsoi. #T3#
Tallon goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Tallon misses with a body punch.
Tallon tries a body shot but Tsoi blocks it.
Tsoi blocks a body shot from Tallon.
Tallon fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tallon misses with the head strike.
Tallon tries to throw a body punch but Tsoi avoids it by throwing Tallon back against the cage.
Tsoi misses with the head strike.
A body shot lands from Tallon.
Tallon lands with a light punch inside.
Tallon lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Tallon throws a big uppercut that drops Tsoi! More strikes from Tallon and the referee jumps in to stop the fight! Tsoi lies dazed against the cage as Tallon celebrates with his cornermen!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:50 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Sean Tallon!
Sean Tallon is the new bantamweight champion!
Sean Tallon 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.
Viktor Tsoi was interviewed post fight and said 'That's it, my time is up.'.

Event: EVO 251: Tsoi vs Tallon 2
Date: Jun 25, 2016

#R1#
Tsoi throws a leg kick but Tallon sees it coming and moves out of range.
Tallon avoids the body shot from Tsoi.
Tallon displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tsoi throws out the jab.
Tallon is looking to counter punch.
Tsoi lands a nice hook to Tallon's body. Tallon takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Nice shot by Tallon.
Tallon lands a jab to Tsoi's midsection.
Tallon lands a nice looking body shot.
Tallon swings away with a body shot that misses
and Tsoi cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Tsoi moves out of range of the body kick from Tallon.
Tallon throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Tsoi throws out a counter right but Tallon avoids it with no problem.
Tsoi takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Tsoi tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tallon was well out of range. Poor timing from Tsoi.
Tallon scores with a decent looking hook.
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!
Tallon misses with a lunging right hand
and Tsoi counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Tsoi looks for the body kick but Tallon saw that one coming. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Tsoi tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T1#
Tallon blocks a body shot from Tsoi.
Tallon misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tsoi is trying to break the clinch but Tallon has him pressed against the cage.
Tsoi misses with a hook from the clinch.
Tsoi tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Tallon just stands there and leans against the cage.
Tallon tries to throw a body punch but Tsoi avoids it by throwing Tallon back against the cage.
Tallon lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Tsoi.
Tsoi prevents a body shot from Tallon.
Tsoi lands an uppercut.
Tsoi lands with a light punch inside.
Tsoi misses with a body punch.
Tsoi wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Tallon has him pressed against the cage.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Tsoi.
Tsoi lands an uppercut.
Tallon misses with a hook from the clinch.
Tallon is leaning against Tsoi and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Tallon lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Tallon can't find room to land a body shot as Tsoi controls the action.
Tallon misses with a body punch. #T2#
Tallon scores with a shoulder strike.
Tsoi can't find room to land a body shot as Tallon controls the action.
Tallon lands a body shot in the clinch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tallon blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tsoi digs a right hand into Tallon's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Tallon's gas tank.
Tallon fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tsoi lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Tsoi has a couple of punches blocked by Tallon.
Tsoi throws a punch but it's blocked by Tallon.
Tallon tries to throw a body punch but Tsoi avoids it by throwing Tallon back against the cage.
Tsoi goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A right hand to the body from Tallon.
Tsoi struggles to land a body shot inside as Tallon controls his hands.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tallon.
Tsoi misses with a punch to the body.
Tallon misses with a hook from the clinch.
Tallon misses with a short punch on the inside.
Tallon blocks an uppercut.
Tallon tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Tsoi has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Tallon seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Tsoi can turn it around.
Tallon goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #T3#
A right hand to the body from Tsoi.
Tsoi doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tallon lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Still in the clinch, Tallon scores with a nice short uppercut.
Tsoi blocks an uppercut.
Tallon has a couple of punches blocked by Tsoi.
Tsoi tries to work over Tallon's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Tallon misses with a hook from the clinch.
Tsoi wants to break the clinch but can't.
A short left from Tsoi.
Tsoi lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Tallon tries to work over Tsoi's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Tallon prevents a body shot from Tsoi.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tsoi.
Tsoi softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Tsoi misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Tallon misses with a body punch.
Tsoi misses with a body punch.
Tsoi pressing his opponent against the cage. #T4#
Tsoi lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Tallon swings wildly with an uppercut but Tsoi 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!
Tallon doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tallon misses with some punches.
Tsoi lands with a left to the head.
Still in the clinch, Tsoi scores with a nice short uppercut.
Tsoi goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Tallon misses with a punch to the body.
Tallon works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Tallon misses with a hook from the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tallon.
Tallon misses with a punch on the inside.
Tsoi is stalling here.
Tsoi swings wildly with an uppercut but Tallon uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tallon swings wildly with an uppercut but Tsoi uses good head movement to avoid it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Viktor Tsoi will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Tallon lands with an uppercut that bounces Tsoi off the cage and back into range.
Tsoi takes one on the button.
Tallon jabs Tsoi right on the nose. Tsoi blinks but takes it well.#CL#
Tallon moves into range and clinches up with Tsoi.
Tsoi can't find room to land a body shot as Tallon controls the action.
A short right from Tallon on the inside.
A short uppercut from Tsoi.
Tallon tries a body shot but Tsoi blocks it.
Tsoi tries a knee to the head but Tallon blocks it.
Tsoi misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Tsoi throws a punch but it's blocked by Tallon.
Tsoi blocking some punches.
Tsoi swings wildly with an uppercut but Tallon uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tallon lands with a short shot to the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tsoi tries to work over Tallon's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A short uppercut from Tallon.
Tallon goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #T1#
Tsoi throws a punch but it's blocked by Tallon.
Tallon swings wildly with an uppercut but Tsoi uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tallon blocks an uppercut.
Tallon lands a body shot in the clinch.
Tsoi stalling in the clinch but Tallon improves position.
Tsoi lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Tallon blocks a body shot from Tsoi.
Tallon prevents a body shot from Tsoi.
Tsoi blocking some punches. #TD2#
Tsoi pulls guard successfully.
Tallon wanted to stand there but Tsoi had control of the position. #SU#
Tallon decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
Tsoi 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.
Tsoi misses with a kick to the body.
Tsoi uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Tallon has time to react.
Tallon fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.#T2#
A jab from Tallon misses.
Tsoi tries to move into range but Tallon moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Tsoi attempts a low kick but it misses it's target. #CL#
Tsoi tries to keep at a distance but Tallon has taken the fight into the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tallon.
A body shot lands from Tallon.
Tallon prevents a body shot from Tsoi.
A short right from Tsoi.
Tsoi tries to work over Tallon's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A body shot lands from Tsoi.
Viktor Tsoi seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Tallon takes a shot to the head.
Tallon working aggressively here.
Tallon misses with the head strike.
Tsoi gets through Tallon's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Tsoi has a couple of punches blocked by Tallon.
Tsoi prevents a body shot from Tallon. #T3#
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Tsoi creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Tallon lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Tsoi backwards.
Tallon tries to throw a body punch but Tsoi avoids it by throwing Tallon back against the cage.
Tallon blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tallon digs a right hand underneath Tsoi's ribcage. Tsoi let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Tallon lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Tsoi wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tsoi.
Tallon throws a head punch that misses.
A short right from Tsoi.
Tsoi softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Tsoi misses with a body punch.
Tsoi misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tallon throws a punch but it's blocked by Tsoi.
Tallon pushes Tsoi back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Tallon lands a shoulder strike.
Tallon misses with a punch on the inside.
Tallon misses with the head strike.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tsoi misses with a hook to the ribs. #T4#
Tsoi tries to work over Tallon's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Tsoi tries to work over Tallon's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tallon.
Tallon misses with a body punch.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Tsoi creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Tallon swings wildly with an uppercut but Tsoi uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tallon lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Tsoi backwards.
Tsoi goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Nice body punch from Tsoi - that landed with a thud.
Tsoi struggles to land a body shot inside as Tallon controls his hands.
Tsoi has a couple of punches blocked by Tallon.
Tallon scores with a nice hook to the head.
Tallon lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Tallon lands a left hand.
Tsoi lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Tallon backwards.
The referee is keeping an eye on Tsoi - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Tallon struggles to land a body shot inside as Tsoi controls his hands.
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 Sean Tallon will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R3#
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Tallon.
Tsoi is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Tallon misses with a body shot.
Tsoi feints a counter leg kick.
Nice shot lands for Tallon.
Tallon takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Tallon takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Tallon on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Tsoi. Tsoi obviously looking to wear him down.
Tallon tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Sean Tallon is winning the standup battle so far.
Tsoi avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Tsoi attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Tsoi moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Tsoi ducks under a wild hook from Tallon.
Tallon cracks Tsoi with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Tallon turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tsoi throws a body kick that misses.
Tsoi circles away from the clinch attempt.
Tallon lands with a good body shot.#T1#
Tsoi throws a nice outside leg kick.
Tallon throws a jab when Tsoi was well out of range.
Tallon throws a body shot but no joy.
Tsoi is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Tallon with a body shot.
Tallon seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Tsoi dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Tallon thumps Tsoi with a low kick.
Tallon throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Tallon misses with a body punch
and Tsoi counters with a low kick, right behind Tallon 's knee.
Tallon misses with a head kick.
Tallon is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tsoi.
Tsoi swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Tallon looks to score with a jab to the body but Tsoi is just out of range.
Tsoi walks forward, straight into a front kick from Tallon.
Tsoi lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Tallon on the wrong end of a kick to the body. #TD2#
Tsoi shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Tsoi was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tsoi wants to lay and pray for a moment but Tallon keeps working. #T2#
Tallon is looking to reverse the position.
Tsoi is looking to take a break and control but Tallon is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Tallon is trying to control Tsoi's posture but Tsoi avoids it.
Tallon tries to escape but Tsoi is in control.
Tallon seems a little lost for a moment, as Tsoi dominates the positioning.#T3#
Tallon wants to get back to his feet.
Tsoi trying to control the action but Tallon is working from the bottom.
Tallon is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Tsoi throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tallon checks a leg kick.
Tsoi misses with a body shot
letting Tallon counter with a right hand.
Tallon has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Tsoi.
Tallon tries a head kick but it misses.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Tsoi 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 Tallon has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Tallon and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Tallon fails in his attempt to clinch.
Tsoi looks like he wants to counter punch here.#T4#
Tsoi lands a leg kick that knocks Tallon off balance momentarily.
Tallon takes a swing at Tsoi's ribcage but misses.
Tsoi takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
An inside leg kick from Tallon misses.
Tsoi is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tallon.
Tallon moves out of range of the body kick.
Tsoi misses with an uppercut
letting Tallon counter with a right hand.
Tallon on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Tsoi. Tsoi obviously looking to wear him down.
Tsoi shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Tallon but Tallon pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tallon 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.
Tallon comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Tallon chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Tsoi can pounce on him.
Tallon throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Tsoi stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close third round but Viktor Tsoi just about did enough to take it.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R4#
Tsoi connects with an inside leg kick.
Tsoi throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A little feinted left hand from Tallon on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
A low kick from Tsoi is predictable there
and Tallon counters with a nice uppercut.
Tallon is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Tallon has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Tallon there as he acknowledges the shot.
Tsoi moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Tallon throws a front kick that sends Tsoi stumbling back into the cage.
Tsoi throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tallon tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
A big right from Tallon misses.
Tallon throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tallon takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Tsoi, right into the meat.
A slow jab from Tallon misses its intended target.
Tallon walks into a stiff left hand from Tsoi.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tsoi lands a glancing blow to the side of Tallon's head.#T1#
Tsoi throws a body kick that misses.
Tallon ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tsoi moves away.
Tsoi lands a nice looking body kick.
Tallon throws a big shot that misses.
Tsoi doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Tallon cracks the inside of Tsoi's front leg.
Tsoi throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
A slapping leg kick lands for Tsoi.
Tallon throws a lazy uppercut
and Tsoi counters with a nice low kick that buckles Tallon's knee momentarily.
Tsoi waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tallon.
Tallon sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Tallon swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tsoi connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Tsoi will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
A slapping leg kick lands for Tsoi. #T2#
Tsoi uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tallon.
Tsoi's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Tallon connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Tsoi scrambles back to his feet.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tallon throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Tsoi lands a leg kick that knocks Tallon off balance momentarily.
Tsoi lands with a thumping leg kick.
Tsoi takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Tallon wants to clinch.
Tallon takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Tsoi lands a body shot.
A nice leg kick lands there from Tallon. #T3#
Tallon misses the shot to the body.
Tsoi misses with a lunging right hand
and Tallon counters with a nice uppercut.
Tallon shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Tsoi looks to score with a jab to the body but Tallon is just out of range.
Tallon throws a body shot but no joy.
A nice side step and Tsoi releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Tsoi scores with a push kick.
Tsoi thows a left - swing and a miss!
Tsoi blocks a head kick by Tallon.
Tallon will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Tallon throws a body shot but no joy.
Tallon connects with a leg kick. Tsoi looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Some bone on bone action there as Tsoi checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Tsoi 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 Tallon has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Tallon and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Tsoi takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Tsoi throws a shot to the body.
Tallon throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.#T4#
Tallon takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tsoi misses the shot to the body.
Tsoi uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tallon.
Tallon wants to clinch.
Tallon moves out of range of the strikes.
Tsoi throws a leg kick but Tallon moved away.
Tallon moves in looking to clinch but Tsoi pushes him off.
A nice side step and Tsoi releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Tallon on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Tsoi jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Tsoi loads up on a big right hand but Tallon slips the punch.
Tsoi avoids the head kick by Tallon.
Tsoi misses with a body kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Viktor Tsoi dominated that fourth round.
That's time! Tallon's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R5#
Tsoi lands a right hook to the body.
Tsoi connects with an inside leg kick.
Nice shot by Tsoi.
Tsoi throws a half hearted mid kick.
Tallon throws a hook to the side of Tsoi's head but Tsoi sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Tallon throws a hook to the side of Tsoi's head but Tsoi sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Tsoi thuds his right hand into Tallon's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Tallon misses with a looping left.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Tsoi! But no joy.
Tsoi gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Tsoi feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Tallon's calf.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tallon throws an off balance right hand
and Tsoi counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Tallon bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Tsoi's head.
Tsoi with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A slapping body kick lands there for Tsoi.
Tsoi throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #T1#
A shot to the liver by Tsoi. Beautiful body shot.
Tsoi thows a left - swing and a miss!
Tallon wants to clinch
and Tsoi counters with a good, hard body kick but Tallon shrugs it off.
A head kick misses from Tallon.
Tsoi misses the shot to the body.
Tsoi throws a low kick, looking for Tallon's leg but Tallon calmly moves out of range.
Tallon looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Tallon keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Tallon keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tsoi.
Tallon jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Nice body punch from Tallon - that landed with a thud.
Tsoi working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Tsoi fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tsoi misses with a punch on the inside.
Viktor Tsoi is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Tsoi blocking some punches.
Tallon doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Sean Tallon has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Tsoi goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Tallon goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tsoi.
Tallon lands a right hand that snaps the head of Tsoi backwards.
Tallon misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tsoi blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tsoi prevents a body shot from Tallon.
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!
Tallon blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tallon can't find room to land a body shot as Tsoi controls the action. #T3#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tsoi.
A head punch on the inside from Tallon fails to land.
Tsoi blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tallon misses with a short punch on the inside.
Tallon can't find room to land a body shot as Tsoi controls the action.
Tallon tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Tallon can't find room to land a body shot as Tsoi controls the action.
Nice body punch from Tallon.
Tallon misses with some punches.
Tallon fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tallon misses with a punch on the inside.
Tallon working some nice short punches in the clinch.#T4#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tallon.
Tallon misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Tallon tries to throw a body punch but Tsoi avoids it by throwing Tallon back against the cage.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Tallon.
A right hook to the body lands for Tallon.
Tallon swings wildly with an uppercut but Tsoi uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tallon misses with a body punch.
Tallon misses with a short punch on the inside.
Tallon tries a body shot but Tsoi blocks it.
Tsoi doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tallon misses with the head strike.

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 Sean Tallon.
I think Tsoi has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge William Gold scores the fight 49:46
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 48:48
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 47:48

The fight is ruled a draw!

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

#R1#
Tsoi swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Tsoi lands with a nice body kick.
Tsoi throws a push kick but Guzman slaps the foot to one side.
A clash of legs there as Tsoi blocks the low kick.
A thudding body kick lands there by Tsoi!
Tsoi stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Guzman.
Jab, jab by Tsoi - just one landing.
Tsoi uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Guzman.
Tsoi shoots in looking for a takedown but Guzman manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Tsoi's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Tsoi blocks a low kick nicely.
Guzman misses with a low kick as Tsoi jumps back.
Guzman checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Guzman's corner calls for a 1-2. Guzman obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. #CL#
Tsoi drives through and clinches with Guzman against the cage.
Tsoi tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Guzman prevents a body shot from Tsoi.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tsoi tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Nice body punch from Guzman. #T1#
Tsoi blocking some punches.
Nice body punch from Tsoi - that landed with a thud.
A head punch on the inside from Guzman fails to land.
Tsoi tries a body shot but Guzman blocks it.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tsoi.
Guzman tries to circle away but Tsoi has him pinned against the cage.
Guzman blocks a body shot from Tsoi.
Guzman misses with a punch on the inside.
Guzman looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Guzman misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tsoi lands a shot to the body.#BC2#
Guzman manages to break the clinch.
Guzman swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Tsoi lands with a good body shot.
Tsoi cracks Guzman with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Tsoi lands with a thumping leg kick.
A bone on bone clash there as Tsoi blocks the leg kick.
Tsoi fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Guzman has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Tsoi misses the shot to the body.
Tsoi jabs Guzman right on the nose. Guzman blinks but takes it well.#T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Guzman throws a head kick but Tsoi moves out of range.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Tsoi, right into the meat.
Guzman tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tsoi was well out of range. Poor timing from Guzman.
Tsoi looks to land a body kick but Guzman moved away.
It seemed like Guzman was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Tsoi misses the shot to the body.
Guzman moves out of range of the leg kick from Tsoi.
Guzman doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Tsoi scores with the left hand. Guzman knows he should have avoided that one.
Tsoi works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Tsoi lands with a nice body punch.
Guzman tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Tsoi is able to avoid easily.
Guzman has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Guzman there as he acknowledges the shot.
Tsoi misses the shot to the body.
Guzman only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Guzman misses the jab.
Guzman stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Tsoi.
A solid leg kick lands there for Tsoi. #T3#
Tsoi on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Tsoi throws a quick inside leg kick.
Guzman sizes up Tsoi with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Nice uppercut lands for Tsoi. That snapped Guzman's head back.
Tsoi scoring well with a low kick there.
Guzman scores with a push kick.
Guzman throws an overhand right that lands on Tsoi's shoulder, as Tsoi tries to avoid the shot.
Tsoi lands with an overhand left.
Guzman throws a chopping leg kick but Tsoi manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Tsoi blocks a jab.
Guzman throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tsoi tried to counter with a leg kick but Guzman avoided it.
Guzman's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Tsoi connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Guzman scrambles back to his feet.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Guzman throws the kick towards the body but Tsoi avoids it.
Tsoi misses with a looping right.
Guzman throws a body punch but Tsoi moves out of range.
Guzman looks to score with a jab to the body but Tsoi is just out of range.#T4#
Tsoi works the jab nicely.
Tsoi misses with a hook. Guzman ducked under it nicely.
Guzman drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Tsoi defending well as Guzman loads up on a big left hand.
Tsoi scores with a spinning back kick!
Guzman takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Tsoi scores with a crisp jab that stopped Guzman in his tracks.
Tsoi is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Guzman throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Guzman throws a low kick, looking for Tsoi's leg but Tsoi calmly moves out of range.
Tsoi appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Guzman throws a jab but it's blocked by Tsoi.
Tsoi chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Tsoi showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Guzman.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tsoi fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Guzman checks a leg kick.
Guzman wants to land a leg kick but Tsoi is out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Viktor Tsoi dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Tsoi ducks under a wild hook from Guzman.
Guzman throws a quick inside leg kick.
Viktor Tsoi is winning the standup battle so far.
Guzman throws a jab when Tsoi was well out of range.
Guzman is looking to score with low kicks.
Guzman throws a looping overhand right but Tsoi ducks down to avoid it.
Guzman blocks a low kick nicely.
Tsoi keeps Guzman at a distance using the push kick.
A good leg kick by Tsoi.
Guzman connects with a crisp jab.
Tsoi just misses with a punch to the body.
Guzman tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tsoi was well out of range. Poor timing from Guzman.
Tsoi lands a nice leg kick that just misses Guzman's sensitive parts.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Guzman misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tsoi.
Tsoi lunges at Guzman with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Guzman's hand.
Tsoi with a nice cross.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Guzman keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Guzman swings for the body but Tsoi moves out of range. #T1#
Tsoi connects with an inside leg kick.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Guzman.
Tsoi feints and then cracks Guzman's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Guzman down.
Guzman throws out a loose jab but Tsoi uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tsoi is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Guzman can do to turn this around?
Tsoi throws a body punch but Guzman moves out of range.
Tsoi checks a low kick from Guzman.
Guzman steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Tsoi. That one must have hurt.
Tsoi goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Guzman takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Tsoi explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Guzman walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Tsoi checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Guzman tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tsoi was well out of range. Poor timing from Guzman.
Tsoi connects with a single shot there.
Tsoi moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Guzman throws a hook to the side of Tsoi's head but Tsoi sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A little feinted left hand from Tsoi on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Tsoi takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.#T2#
Tsoi staying out of range there.
Guzman throws a sloppy body shot
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Guzman ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tsoi moves away.
Guzman ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Tsoi slips a straight right by Guzman.
Guzman misses with a hook.
Tsoi scores with a nice body kick.
Tsoi throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Guzman has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Tsoi.
Guzman has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Tsoi finds it's way round the side to connect with Guzman's head.
Good work by Tsoi as he checks the leg kick.
A chopping leg kick lands by Guzman.
Tsoi moves out of range of the strikes.
Tsoi ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Guzman's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Guzman attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
A nice leg kick lands there from Tsoi.
Tsoi moves out of range as Guzman throws a body kick. #T3#
Guzman scoring well with a low kick there.
Tsoi ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Guzman tries to bum rush Tsoi with a series of wild strikes but Tsoi uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Tsoi lands a nice leg kick that just misses Guzman's sensitive parts.
Tsoi digs a good body shot into Guzman's ribs.
Guzman throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Tsoi throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tsoi throws a push kick but Guzman slaps the foot to one side.
A big right from Guzman misses.
Guzman with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Guzman dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Tsoi. That did some damage!
Guzman misses with a low kick.
Guzman tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Guzman has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Tsoi.
Guzman gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Tsoi.
Guzman uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tsoi. #T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A leg kick checked by Guzman.
Guzman throws a big counter head kick but Tsoi avoids it with no problem.
Guzman throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Good standup being displayed there by Tsoi as he connects with a hook.
Guzman stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Tsoi.
Tsoi throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Guzman sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Guzman swinging wildly here.
Tsoi pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Guzman feints and then cracks Tsoi's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Tsoi down.
Tsoi lands a nice hook to Guzman's body. Guzman takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Guzman thows a left - swing and a miss!
Guzman on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tsoi keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Guzman.
Guzman takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Tsoi throws a leg kick but Guzman sees it coming and moves out of range.
Guzman steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Tsoi connects with a solid leg kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Viktor Tsoi dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R3#
Guzman takes a swing at Tsoi's ribcage but misses.
Tsoi connects with a single shot there.
A slapping leg kick lands for Tsoi.
Guzman throws a leg kick
and Tsoi counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Tsoi ducks under a wild hook from Guzman.
Tsoi takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Tsoi checks a leg kick.
Guzman lands a leg kick that knocks Tsoi off balance momentarily.
Tsoi takes a jab right on the kisser.
Guzman tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Tsoi with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Tsoi is looking to slow Guzman down with leg kicks.
Nice uppercut there from Tsoi.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Guzman throws a leg kick but Tsoi checks it.
Tsoi misses with a body shot.
Guzman tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.#T1#
Tsoi uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Guzman.
Tsoi checks a leg kick.
Guzman walks into a straight right hand from Tsoi.
Tsoi scores with a jab. Guzman acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Tsoi slips a straight right by Guzman.
Guzman throws a hook to the side of Tsoi's head but Tsoi sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Tsoi swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A jab lands there for Tsoi.#KD#
Tsoi lands a big head kick that sends Guzman tumbling to the mat! Tsoi takes a step backwards and waves Guzman back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC#
Guzman is rocked!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tsoi takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Guzman is still on wobbly legs! Can Tsoi finish him?
Tsoi thuds a left hand into Guzman's body.
Guzman takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Guzman misses the shot to the body.
Tsoi keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Guzman fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Tsoi checks it well.
Guzman looks to land a left hand but Tsoi moved out of range nicely.
Good exchange - Guzman coming out on top.
Tsoi keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tsoi lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.#T2#
Guzman takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Guzman throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Tsoi swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Tsoi scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Tsoi scores with a shot to the body.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Tsoi.
Guzman bobbing and weaving nicely... He's ducked under a jab and ducks again but ooooooh! Tsoi comes at him with an uppercut from hell! Guzman falls to the canvas, unconscious! This one is all over! Oh man, looking at the replay that was right on the button! Guzman was out before he hit the floor!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:23 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Viktor Tsoi!
Viktor Tsoi retains his bantamweight title!
Viktor Tsoi seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: EVO 242: Tallon vs Tsoi
Date: May 05, 2016

#R1#
Tallon misses with a hook to the body
and Tsoi cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CUT2#
It looks like Sean Tallon has been cut.
Tsoi keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tsoi keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Sean Tallon seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tallon takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Tallon is looking to clinch.
Tsoi fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Tallon swings for the body but Tsoi moves out of range.
Tallon's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Tsoi connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Tallon scrambles back to his feet.
Tallon darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Tsoi lands a front kick.
The fighters circling - Tallon throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Tsoi throws a looping overhand right but Tallon ducks down to avoid it.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tsoi keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #T1#
Tallon checks the leg kick.
Tallon throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Tsoi's head.
Tallon seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Tallon ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tsoi moves away.
Tsoi feints a counter leg kick.
Tsoi blocks the body kick.
Tsoi swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Tallon is looking to wear down Tsoi with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Tallon swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Tallon looks to throw a body kick
and Tsoi counters with a nice body kick.
Tsoi steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Tallon. That one must have hurt.
An inside leg kick lands from Tsoi.
Tallon looks to score with a jab to the body but Tsoi is just out of range.
Tallon catches Tsoi with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Tallon throws a lazy body kick #TD2#
and Tsoi counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. #ES#
Tallon scrambles and gets back to his feet. #T2#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Tallon slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Nice jab there from Tsoi.
Tallon tries to land a front kick but Tsoi steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Tallon fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tsoi manages to avoid it.
Nice defenses there by Tallon.
Tallon is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Tsoi.
Tallon takes a swing at Tsoi's ribcage but misses.
Tsoi looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Tsoi swings for the body but Tallon moves out of range.
Tsoi throws the left hand but Tallon avoids the punch easily.
Tallon is looking to counter punch.
Tsoi walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Tallon checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Tsoi moves out of range as Tallon throws a body kick. #T3#
Tallon throws a chopping leg kick but Tsoi manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Tallon moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Tsoi misses with an uppercut
enabling Tallon to counter with a crisp jab.
Tsoi throws a low kick, looking for Tallon's leg but Tallon calmly moves out of range.
Tallon lands a jab to the head.
Tsoi takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
An inside leg kick lands from Tallon.
Tallon misses with an attempted mid kick.
Tallon swings and misses with a hook to the body.
As Tallon backs off Tsoi throws a huge counter combo but Tallon manages to avoid it all.
That kick from Tallon tenderised Tsoi's leg. Tsoi is trying to keep his angry face on.
Tsoi catches Tallon with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!#T4#
Tallon walks into a left hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tsoi lands with a shot to the body.
Tallon throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Tsoi gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Tallon.
Tsoi checks a low kick from Tallon.
Tallon tries to score with a low kick but Tsoi moves his leg out of the way.
Tallon throws a head kick that Tsoi semi-blocks.
Tallon looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Tsoi! But no joy.
Tallon takes a swing at Tsoi's ribcage but misses.
Tallon throws a body kick that misses
and Tsoi counters with a nice uppercut.
Tsoi avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Tallon thumps Tsoi with a low kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sean Tallon dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Sean Tallon'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#
Tallon jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Tallon tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Tsoi looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Tallon misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Tsoi counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Tallon throws a body shot but no joy.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Tsoi! But no joy.
Tallon looks to score with a jab to the body but Tsoi is just out of range.
Tallon misses with a wild body shot.
Tsoi looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Tallon throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Tallon throws a shot from downtown. Tsoi moves away and avoids it.
Tsoi swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tallon scores with a leg kick.
Tallon cracks the inside of Tsoi's front leg.
Tallon misses the shot to the body.
Tsoi changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Tallon throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. #T1#
Tsoi keeps the fight on the outside.
Tsoi smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Tallon on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Tallon walks into a straight right hand from Tsoi.#ROC2#
Tallon is rocked!
Tsoi moves out of range as Tallon throws a body kick.
Oh Tallon is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Tallon lands a jab to Tsoi's midsection.
Tallon throws a body kick that misses
and Tsoi counters with a body kick.
Tsoi moves out of range as Tallon throws a body kick.
Tallon seems to have got his legs back now.
Tallon avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Tallon feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Tsoi's calf.
Tallon is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tsoi.
Tsoi misses with a lunging right hand
and Tallon counters with a nice kick to the body.
Tallon looks to score with a jab to the body but Tsoi is just out of range.#T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tallon clobbers Tsoi with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Tsoi misses with a looping right.
Tallon tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tsoi was well out of range. Poor timing from Tallon.
Tsoi takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Tsoi avoids a kick to the body.
Tallon takes one on the button.
Tallon throws a sloppy body shot
and Tsoi counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Tallon misses with a wild body shot.
Tallon just misses with a punch to the body.
Tsoi fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Tallon scoring well with a low kick there. #T3#
Tsoi throws an overhand right that lands on Tallon's shoulder, as Tallon tries to avoid the shot.
Tallon throws a hook but Tsoi blocks it.
Tsoi lands with a nice body kick.
Tallon lands with a shot to the body.
Tsoi misses with a looping left.
Tallon looks to score with a jab to the body but Tsoi is just out of range.
Tallon looks to score with a jab to the body but Tsoi is just out of range.
Tsoi looks like he wants to counter punch here.
A shot to the liver by Tallon. Beautiful body shot.
Tsoi takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Tallon throws a low kick but it's checked well by Tsoi.
Tsoi thinks about the counter body kick.
Tsoi scores with the left hand. Tallon knows he should have avoided that one. #T4#
Tallon moves out of range as Tsoi strikes.
Tallon connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Tallon comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tallon scores with a spinning back kick!
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Tallon, right into the meat.
A low kick from Tallon misses
enabling Tsoi to counter with a crisp jab.
Tallon throws a lazy body kick
and Tsoi cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Tsoi moves out of range as Tallon throws a body kick.
Tallon swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tallon misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Tsoi counters with a crisp right that sends Tallon to the canvas! Tsoi follows up with punches from the mount and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Viktor Tsoi! Viktor Tsoi retains his bantamweight title!
Our winner, Viktor Tsoi, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

Event: EVO 237: Hunt vs Todd
Date: Apr 06, 2016

#R1#
Silva with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Tsoi takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Rafa Silva seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Silva is looking to clinch.
Tsoi definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Both fighters circling a little - Silva finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Silva misses with a low kick.
Silva feints and then cracks Tsoi's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Tsoi down.
Silva moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Tsoi slips a straight right by Silva.
Silva lands with a thumping leg kick.
Tsoi moves out of range of the body kick.
Silva throws a nice outside leg kick.
Silva goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Silva throws a low kick but Tsoi moves out of range easily.
Tsoi appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Tsoi checks a leg kick. #T1#
Silva misses with an uppercut.
Tsoi doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Silva throws a front kick aimed at Tsoi's knee but Tsoi avoids it well.
Silva throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Tsoi thumps Silva with a low kick.
Silva takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Silva throws a leg kick
and Tsoi counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Silva lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Tsoi throws a nice inside leg kick.
Sloppy strikes from Silva. Those never looked like landing. #KD2#
Silva lands a big head kick that sends Tsoi tumbling to the mat! Silva takes a step backwards and waves Tsoi back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC2#
Tsoi is rocked!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Silva's jab looks to have found its range, popping Tsoi under the eye.
Oh Tsoi is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#T2#
Silva delivers a nice body kick.
Tsoi swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tsoi tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Silva jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Tsoi seems to have got his legs back now.
Some bone on bone action there as Tsoi checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Tsoi moves out of range as Silva throws a body kick.
Good work by Silva as he checks the leg kick.
Nice body kick from Silva.
Silva misses with a leg kick
and Tsoi counters with a stiff right hand.
Silva thuds a left hand into Tsoi's body.
Tsoi throws a lazy uppercut
and Silva counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
An inside leg kick lands from Tsoi.
Tsoi has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Silva.#T3#
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Silva.
Silva throws a leg kick that is checked
and Tsoi connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Silva looks to throw the jab but Tsoi is out of range.
Tsoi appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Tsoi on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Tsoi checks the leg kick nicely there.
Silva throws a nice inside leg kick.
A bone on bone clash there as Tsoi blocks the leg kick.
Tsoi pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Silva looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Silva throws a leg kick but Tsoi checks it.
Tsoi fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Silva manages to avoid it.
Tsoi jabs Silva right on the nose. Silva blinks but takes it well.
Silva throws a nice head kick! #T4#
Tsoi avoids a kick to the body.
Tsoi is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Silva clobbers Tsoi with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Silva misses with a low kick.
Silva misses with a low kick.
Silva has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.
Silva tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Tsoi was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Tsoi moves out of range of the strikes.
Tsoi just misses with a punch to the body.
Silva throws a hook but Tsoi avoids it easily.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Silva throws a leg kick but Tsoi sees it coming and checks it nicely.
An attempted straight right counter from Tsoi misses the target.#KD#
Tsoi cracks Silva with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Tsoi has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Silva to stand back up!#ROC#
Silva is rocked!
Silva throws a hook to the side of Tsoi's head but Tsoi sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
It looked like Tsoi was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Silva.
Silva is still on wobbly legs! Can Tsoi finish him?
Tsoi ducks under a wild hook from Silva.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Rafa Silva dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Tsoi misses with a body kick.
Silva seems to have recovered his senses.
Silva has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Silva moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Tsoi takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Silva avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Tsoi takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Tsoi fakes a right and follows up with a big left that drops Silva to one knee - oooooh, he's wobbly! Silva looks to clinch but Tsoi throws him off and pummels him into the canvas! Silva taps out under the strikes! The fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:32 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Viktor Tsoi!
Viktor Tsoi retains his bantamweight title!
An out of breath Viktor Tsoi thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

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