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Event: Trash Fights 19(185 structure)     
Date:   Feb 24, 2019
#R1#
Wallace fails to land with a series of punches.
Wallace is breathing heavily.
Nobonaga ducks down and throws a hook to the body.#CL2#
Nobonaga darts in and clinches Wallace up against the cage.
Wallace wants to get back to striking at distance but Nobonaga won't allow it.
Nobonaga lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Nobonaga lands a body shot in the clinch.
Nobonaga unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Nobonaga slowing the pace effectively.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Nobonaga takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Nobonaga obliges.
Nobonaga effectively controlling the action here.
A right handed body shot lands from Nobonaga.
Nobonaga lands with a short shot to the head.
Nobonaga digs a right hand into Wallace's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Wallace's gas tank.
A short left from Nobonaga.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nobonaga comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush. #T1#
Nobonaga has Wallace pressed against the cage.
Wallace being controlled against the cage.
Nobonaga tries to throw a body punch but Wallace avoids it by throwing Nobonaga back against the cage.
Nice elbow from Nobonaga.
Nobonaga keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Wallace's efforts to push away.
Nobonaga stalls.
Nobonaga lands a knee to the head.
Nobonaga is pushing Wallace up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Wallace letting Nobonaga take a breather here.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Sagoya Nobonaga.#CL2#
Nobonaga rushes Wallace and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Nobonaga lands an uppercut.
Nobonaga unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Nobonaga throws a knee to the head but misses. #T2#
Nobonaga scores with a hook to the body.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Nobonaga holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Nobonaga continues to stall. The referee tells him to work or he's going to break them up.
Nobonaga tries to work over Wallace's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Nobonaga comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Nobonaga leaning his opponent against the cage.
Nobonaga looking to throw knees to the head but Wallace is blocking nicely.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nice body punch from Nobonaga - that landed with a thud.
Nobonaga slowing the pace effectively.
Nobonaga using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Nobonaga lands a left hand that snaps the head of Wallace backwards.
Knees to the body from Nobonaga.
Nobonaga lands a hook to the side of the head.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Nobonaga obliges.
Nobonaga using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Still in the clinch, Nobonaga scores with a nice short uppercut.#T3#
Wallace takes a shot to the head.
Nobonaga working some nice short punches in the clinch.
A short left from Nobonaga. #ROC2#
Wallace is rocked!
Nobonaga pushes Wallace back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Oh Wallace is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Nobonaga taking a breather.
Nobonaga with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
A short right from Nobonaga.
The referee calls for Nobonaga to work.
Nobonaga manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Nobonaga displaying some good clinch control by pressing Wallace up against the cage.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Sagoya Nobonaga.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Wallace crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Nobonaga - the referee stops the clock and Wallace gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Nobonaga. Wallace manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.#T4#
Nobonaga bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.#KD2#
Nobonaga cracks Wallace with a big right hand and Wallace goes down!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nobonaga trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Nobonaga trying to control but Wallace is working from the bottom.
Nobonaga is looking to work some ground and pound but Wallace has wrist control.#SU2#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Nobonaga decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Wallace, up you get! #CL2#
Nobonaga closes the distance and clinches.
Nobonaga leaning against his opponent.
A nice left hand lands by Nobonaga.
Nobonaga using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Nobonaga manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Nobonaga effectively controlling the action here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sagoya Nobonaga dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2##CL2#
Nobonaga gets a clinch. #KD2#
Nobonaga lands a big knee from the Thai clinch and Wallace goes down hard! The ref takes a good look at him but he's still defending himself. Nobonaga in side control.
Nobonaga trying to control the action but Wallace is working from the bottom.
The referee asks Nobonaga politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Nobonaga prefers to stall for the moment though.
Nobonaga working the ground and pound but Wallace is defending the strikes.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
Nobonaga is continuing to stall.
Wallace struggling a bit here.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Nobonaga is staying tight to Wallace's torso, preventing him from escaping. #T1#
Nobonaga in side control, throwing shots but Wallace defends.
Wallace being controlled for a moment.
Nobonaga working the ground and pound.
Nobonaga just content to control the position.
Nobonaga tries to score with some ground and pound. Wallace controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Nobonaga trying to control the action but Wallace is working from the bottom.
Nobonaga has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SU2#
Nobonaga has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand. #CL2#
Nobonaga takes the fight into the clinch.
Wallace takes an elbow to the temple.
Nobonaga stalling against the cage.
Nobonaga creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Wallace's defenses.
Good body shot from Nobonaga.
Nobonaga lands a body shot.
Nobonaga landing knees to the body.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Nobonaga takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Stalling in the clinch from Nobonaga.
Nobonaga receives a warning from the referee for stalling.
Nobonaga lands a left hand.
Nobonaga stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.#T3#
Nobonaga lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Wallace or not.
Nobonaga pushes Wallace against the cage. Nobonaga is working some dirty boxing. Nobonaga pushes off with a quick right hook! Wallace goes down! Wallace tries to stand but stumbles back to his kness! Nobonaga moves in to finish and the ref steps in to prevent any more damage!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:12 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Sagoya Nobonaga!
Sagoya Nobonaga is the new middleweight champion!
Sagoya Nobonaga thanked the fans post fight for their support.

 

Event: Trash Fights 15(185 structure)     
Date:   Feb 14, 2019
#R1#
Nobonaga tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Sledgehammer manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#CL2#
Nobonaga closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Sledgehammer has a couple of punches blocked by Nobonaga.
Sledgehammer misses with the head strike.
Nobonaga stalling.
Nobonaga lands a nice uppercut.
Nobonaga blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Sledgehammer tries to break free but Nobonaga pushes him back against the cage.
Sledgehammer's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A right handed body shot lands from Nobonaga.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Nobonaga.
Stalling in the clinch from Nobonaga.
Still in the clinch, Nobonaga scores with a nice short uppercut.
Sledgehammer is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Nobonaga.
Good body shot from Nobonaga.
Nobonaga lands with a light punch inside.
Come on Nobonaga - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Sledgehammer struggles to land a body shot inside as Nobonaga controls his hands.
Sledgehammer scores with a shoulder strike.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A short right hand to the side of the head by Nobonaga.#T1#
A head punch on the inside from Sledgehammer fails to land.
Nobonaga lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Nobonaga blocks a punch to the side of the head. #BC#
Sledgehammer breaks the clinch.
Nobonaga goes for a high kick. It partially lands.#CL2#
Nobonaga fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Sledgehammer, pushing him back against the cage.
Nobonaga lands a damaging elbow.
A nice left hand lands by Nobonaga.
Sledgehammer can't find room to land a body shot as Nobonaga controls the action. #BC#
Sledgehammer breaks from the clinch.
Sledgehammer misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Sledgehammer throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Sledgehammer tries to land a front kick but Nobonaga steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Nobonaga tries to clinch but Sledgehammer is having none of it.
Nobonaga jabs at Sledgehammer's body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sledgehammer throws a big shot that misses.#CL2#
Nobonaga darts in and clinches Sledgehammer up against the cage.
A right hand to the body from Nobonaga.
Nobonaga lands a damaging elbow.
Sledgehammer letting Nobonaga take a breather here.
Nobonaga is stalling here. #T2#
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Sledgehammer just misses with a elbow thrown towards Nobonaga's brow.
The referee calls for Nobonaga to work.
Nobonaga pressing his opponent against the cage.
Nobonaga has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Sledgehammer seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Nobonaga can turn it around.
Nobonaga lands a shoulder strike.
Nobonaga throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Sledgehammers head.
Sledgehammer throws a head punch that misses.
Nobonaga lands a hook to the side of the head.
Nobonaga connects with a knee to the head.
Nobonaga using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Sledgehammer has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Nobonaga lands a right hand.
Come on Nobonaga - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Sledgehammer lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Nobonaga stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Nobonaga blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Sledgehammer stalling in the clinch but Nobonaga improves position. #T3#
Nobonaga misses with a body punch.
Sledgehammer swings wildly with an uppercut but Nobonaga uses good head movement to avoid it.
Nobonaga is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
A head punch on the inside from Sledgehammer fails to land.
Sledgehammer misses with a punch on the inside.
Nobonaga has Sledgehammer pressed against the cage.
Nobonaga lands a hook that snaps the head of Sledgehammer backwards.
Nobonaga blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Nobonaga landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Nobonaga.#ROC2#
Sledgehammer is rocked!
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Oh Sledgehammer is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Nobonaga creates some distance and fires off a vicious elbow that drops Sledgehammer! He pounces and finishes the fight with more strikes! Nice KO for Nobonaga.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Sagoya Nobonaga!
A relieved looking Sagoya Nobonaga 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: Trash Fights 11(185 structure)     
Date:   Feb 02, 2019
#R1#
Nobonaga pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Nobonaga keeps the fight on the outside.
Paulman shoots in and drives through. Nobonaga sprawls well.
Nobonaga displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Paulman.
Paulman fails with an attempt to clinch.
Paulman moves out of range as Nobonaga throws a body kick. #CL#
Nobonaga closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Paulman misses with a hook to the ribs.
Paulman fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Sagoya Nobonaga has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Russell Paulman.
Paulman tries to score a body lock takedown but Nobonaga shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Paulman tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Nobonaga lands a knee to the body.
Nice body punch from Nobonaga.
Paulman looks winded!
Paulman drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nobonaga lands a right hand that snaps the head of Paulman backwards.
Paulman can't get the takedown.
Nobonaga comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush. #CUT#
It looks like Russell Paulman has been cut.
Nobonaga landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nobonaga slowing the pace effectively.#T1#
Nobonaga holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Paulman takes an elbow to the forehead.
Nobonaga lands a nice shot to the body.
Nobonaga scores with a nice hook to the head.
Nobonaga stalling against the cage.
Nobonaga working Paulman over with knees to the body.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Nobonaga scores with a shoulder strike.
Nobonaga lands a left hand that snaps the head of Paulman backwards.
Paulman tries to pull guard but Nobonaga forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Nobonaga lands with a short punch from the clinch.
A knee to the head by Nobonaga.
Nobonaga taking a breather.
Paulman misses with a knee to the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nobonaga lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Nobonaga tries to stall but Paulman uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Paulman changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Nobonaga fights it off and pushes away nicely. #T2#
Nobonaga avoids the clinch attempt nicely. #CL#
Nobonaga takes the fight into the clinch.
Paulman can't find room to land a body shot as Nobonaga controls the action.
Nobonaga blocks an elbow strike.
Nobonaga is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Nobonaga leaning against his opponent.
Paulman is trying to pull guard but Nobonaga has him pressed against the cage.
Paulman misses with a knee to the head.
Nobonaga scores a nice knee to the body.
Paulman misses with a hook from the clinch.
Nobonaga lands a left hand that snaps the head of Paulman backwards.
Nobonaga with a knee to the head.
Paulman is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Nobonaga is defending well for now.
Nobonaga lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Nobonaga lands a nice uppercut.
Paulman fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Nobonaga lands a nice uppercut.
Nobonaga dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Nobonaga scores a nice knee to the body. #T3#
Nobonaga lands a shoulder strike.
Nobonaga presses Paulman against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Nobonaga working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Nobonaga softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Nobonaga will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Paulman up against the cage.
Paulman takes a shot to the head.
Paulman tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Nobonaga is struggling to control the position.
Nobonaga is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Paulman is trying to pull guard but Nobonaga turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Nobonaga leaning his opponent against the cage.
Nobonaga lands a glancing elbow in the clinch. #CUT#
That has opened up Russell Paulman's cut even more.
Nobonaga missing with knees to the body.
Nobonaga is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Nobonaga is stalling here. #T4#
Paulman wants to take the fight to the mat but Nobonaga manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Nobonaga lands a nice uppercut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Nobonaga.
Paulman takes a knee right on the jaw!
Nobonaga lands with a light punch inside.
Nice elbow from Nobonaga.
Knees to the body from Nobonaga.
Paulman's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Nobonaga works on Paulman's body with a couple of short punches.
Nobonaga lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Paulman.
Nobonaga taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Nobonaga controlling the action here for a moment.
Still in the clinch, Nobonaga scores with a nice short uppercut.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Paulman is trying to drag Nobonaga to the mat but Nobonaga just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Nobonaga lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Paulman backwards.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sagoya Nobonaga dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Russell Paulman's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2##CL#
Nobonaga takes the fight into the clinch.
A short right from Nobonaga on the inside.
Nobonaga lands with a light punch inside.
Nobonaga landing knees to the body.
Paulman tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Nobonaga smiles and moves away.
Paulman shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Nobonaga as he avoids it easily. #KD#
Nobonaga sets himself and throws a head kick that knocks Paulman to the ground! Nobonaga dives into full mount looking to finish!#ROC#
Paulman is rocked!
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!
Paulman taking shots to the head.
Paulman is still in real trouble! Can Nobonaga finish him?
Nobonaga postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Paulman looks a forlorn figure.
Paulman regains half guard.
Well, if Nobonaga is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Paulman seems to have recovered his senses.
Paulman has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Nobonaga is working away from the top position though.
Paulman is breathing heavily.
Paulman is positioning himself well to prevent Nobonaga advancing to mount. #T1#
Nobonaga stalling.
Paulman desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Paulman is not content to let Nobonaga control the position.
Paulman keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Nobonaga is trying to control. Paulman wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Nobonaga prevents Paulman from improving his position.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Paulman won't allow Nobonaga to pass to mount.
Nobonaga is looking to take a break and control but Paulman is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Paulman is trying to get back to full guard.
Paulman avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Nobonaga.
Paulman works his way to full guard. Good work.
Paulman looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Paulman keeping moving, preventing Nobonaga from controlling successfully.
Paulman has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Paulman looking to hit a scissor sweep but Nobonaga is one step ahead there. #T3#
Paulman keeping moving, preventing Nobonaga from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Russell Paulman is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Paulman takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Nobonaga with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Nobonaga connects with a solid leg kick.
Nobonaga tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Nobonaga throws a sloppy head kick and Paulman moves out of range easily.
Paulman sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
The fight stays on the outside here - Paulman looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#CL#
Nobonaga moves into the clinch successfully.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Paulman.
A short right from Nobonaga.
Nobonaga misses with a knee strike.
Paulman tries a knee to the head but Nobonaga blocks it.
Paulman drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Sagoya Nobonaga has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Russell Paulman.
Knees to the body from Nobonaga. #T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Paulman pushes off an throws an elbow but Nobonaga leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Nobonaga lands an uppercut.
Paulman tries to work over Nobonaga's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Nobonaga lands a damaging elbow. #CUT#
The cut above Russell Paulman's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
I was talking to Nobonaga's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Nobonaga lands a knee to the head.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Nobonaga.
Nobonaga taking a breather.
Sagoya Nobonaga has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Paulman utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Nice body punch from Nobonaga.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Nobonaga scores with a knee to the head. #CUT#
Russell Paulman's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.
Knees to the body from Nobonaga.
Nobonaga crunches a lovely knee into Paulman's ribcage.
Nobonaga working Paulman over with knees to the body.
Nobonaga manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sagoya Nobonaga dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Russell Paulman's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Nobonaga punishes Paulman's body with a nice straight punch.
A head kick from Nobonaga lands but Paulman takes it in his stride.
Nobonaga connects with a solid leg kick.
Paulman tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Nobonaga defends well and Paulman ends up having to push Nobonaga into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Nobonaga tries a head kick but it misses.
Nobonaga lands with a kick to the temple. Paulman shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Nice body punch from Nobonaga. #CL#
Nobonaga takes the fight into the clinch.
Paulman is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Paulman letting Nobonaga take a breather here.
Nobonaga lands a nice elbow.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:54 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Sagoya Nobonaga!
Sagoya Nobonaga decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

 

Event: Trash Fights 7 (185 structure)     
Date:   Jan 20, 2019
#R1#
Decent striking displayed by Nobonaga there.
Nobonaga stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Nobonaga wants it to stay on the feet.
A countering left hand to the body from Nobonaga misses.
A solid leg kick lands there for Nobonaga.
Dick shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Nobonaga as he avoids it easily.
Nobonaga connects with a leg kick. Dick looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Nobonaga throws a head kick but Dick moves out of range. #CL2#
Nobonaga rushes Dick and presses him up against the cage.
Nobonaga lands a shot to the body.
Nobonaga stalling the fight.
Knees in the clinch landing for Nobonaga.
Nobonaga works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Dick is breathing heavily.
Nobonaga utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Nobonaga scores a nice knee to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A right hook to the body lands for Nobonaga.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Nobonaga with a knee to the head. #T1#
Dick wants a takedown but no success here.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Nick Dick. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Dick drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Nobonaga slows down the pace here.
Dick is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Nobonaga gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
A knee to the head by Nobonaga.
Knees in the clinch landing for Nobonaga.
Nobonaga lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.#TD#
Dick lands a nice trip takedown into half guard. #SUB2#
Nobonaga looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Nobonaga is trying to maintain the position but Dick is very close to passing his half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
Nobonaga tries to roll over but Dick keeps him under control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dick is thwarting Nobonaga's attempts to control the position.
Dick is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Dick missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Dick winds up and cracks Nobonaga with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
The fighters are battling for position here. Nobonaga manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Dick stands and throws Nobonaga's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Nobonaga tries to get back to half guard but can't.#SUB#
Dick tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Dick has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #T3#
Nobonaga takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Nobonaga sneaks back into half guard.
Dick not landing any meaningful shots this time. #SUB#
Dick is trying to work for a kimura but Nobonaga is defending well. #SUB2#
Nobonaga is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Dick pulls his head out easily.
Dick lands strikes from half guard.
Nobonaga is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Dick lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Dick seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. #T4#
Nobonaga is trying to stand back up but Dick is controlling him
Dick working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that. #SUB#
Dick wants to work for an arm triangle but Nobonaga is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Dick passes to full mount!
Nobonaga tries to lock up and control but Dick gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Nobonaga's corner are shouting for him to stand up but that's bad cornering - how is he meant to stand up when he's mounted? He should be looking to improve his position on the ground before trying to stand back up.
Nobonaga told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.
Dick is landing with some decent strikes but Nobonaga is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Dick has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.#SUB#
Dick jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Nobonaga is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Nobonaga and Dick has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
Dick grinds an elbow into Nobonaga's temple.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Dick passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Nobonaga! #SUB#
Dick is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Nobonaga has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Nobonaga!
Nobonaga trying to control the position from guard on top but Dick is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Sagoya Nobonaga will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Dick looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#CL2#
Nobonaga pushes Dick up against the cage in a clinch.
Nobonaga lands an uppercut.
Nobonaga scores a nice knee to the body.
Nobonaga connects with a nasty looking knee right to Dick's face. #CUT2#
It looks like Nick Dick has been cut.
Nobonaga lands a body shot.
Nobonaga working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Dick takes a knee to the side of the body.
A right handed body shot lands from Nobonaga.
Come on Nobonaga - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Nobonaga just leaning against Dick, taking a breather.
Nobonaga lands a body shot.
Nobonaga lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nobonaga is stalling here. #T1#
A body shot lands from Nobonaga.
Nobonaga displaying some good clinch control by pressing Dick up against the cage.
Nobonaga lands a body shot in the clinch.
Nobonaga manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Nobonaga controlling the action here for a moment.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Sagoya Nobonaga.
Nobonaga scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Sagoya Nobonaga is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Nobonaga lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Dick shoots for a takedown but Nobonaga saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Nobonaga lands with a nice body kick. #T2#
The fighters circle, before Nobonaga throws a beautiful high kick that crashes into Dick's neck, sending him stumbling to the floor! Nobonaga lands more strikes and forces a referee stoppage! That one ended in an instant!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:08 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Kick & Punches). Sagoya Nobonaga!
A relieved looking Sagoya Nobonaga 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: Trash Fights 4     
Date:   Jan 09, 2019
#R1#
Nobonaga misses with a kick to the body.
Dada seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.#CL#
Dada gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Nobonaga landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Nobonaga crunches a lovely knee into Dada's ribcage.
Dada is breathing heavily.
Nobonaga lands a left hand that snaps the head of Dada backwards.
Nobonaga lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Nobonaga landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Nobonaga landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Nobonaga controlling the action here for a moment.
Dada letting Nobonaga take a breather here.
Nobonaga continues to stall. The referee tells him to work or he's going to break them up.
Nobonaga slows down the pace here.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
The crowd are getting on Nobonaga's back here. They're not happy about his lack of aggression in the clinch.
Nice body punch from Nobonaga.
Nobonaga manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Sagoya Nobonaga.
Nobonaga dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Dada. That did some damage!#T1#
Nobonaga fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Dada takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Some wild striking there from Dada.
Nobonaga changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Dada takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Nobonaga scoring well with a low kick there. #CL#
Dada has closed the distance and engaged Nobonaga in a clinch.
Nobonaga working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Nobonaga is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
A head punch on the inside from Dada fails to land.
Nobonaga scores with a shot to the side of Dada's head.
Dada looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Dada working aggressively here.
Dada misses with some punches.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Dada tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Nobonaga scores with a shoulder strike.
Nobonaga lands a knee to the body. #T2#
Nobonaga lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Dada.
Nobonaga lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Nobonaga lands a nice knee to the body.
Nobonaga stalling.
Dada misses with some punches.
Dada working aggressively here.
Nobonaga lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Dada or not.
Nobonaga lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Dada backwards.
Nobonaga lands a nice elbow.
Nobonaga cracks Dada with a nice body shot.
Nobonaga lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Nobonaga lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Nobonaga displaying some good clinch control by pressing Dada up against the cage.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Dada throws a head punch that misses.
Nobonaga lands an elbow inside. #T3#
Nobonaga is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Nobonaga blocking some punches.
Nobonaga lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Nobonaga works on Dada's body with a couple of short punches.
Nobonaga lands a nice elbow.
Nobonaga is working Dada over against the cage.#KD2#
Nobonaga lands a big knee from the Thai clinch and Dada goes down hard! The ref takes a good look at him but he's still defending himself. Nobonaga in side control. #ROC2#
Dada is rocked!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nobonaga advances nicely into full mount.
Oh Dada is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Nobonaga unloads with some vicious shots from mount and Dada wants out - he looks towards the referee who steps in to save him! Nobonaga celebrates on the cage and the crowd goes wild!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Sagoya Nobonaga!
An out of breath and clearly excited Sagoya Nobonaga thanked Sully's Bar & Grill for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Jul 31, 2018
#R1#
Cleary ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Cleary changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.#CL#
Nobonaga has managed to clinch.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Nobonaga obliges.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch. #TD2#
Cleary gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Nobonaga regains guard.
Nobonaga keeping full guard, as Cleary tries to pass.
Cleary stops Nobonaga from standing up.
Cleary wants to control from the top but Nobonaga keeps moving.
Nobonaga working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Cleary.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Cleary accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Cleary forces his way into half guard.
Cleary trying to control from half guard but Nobonaga is working away. #T1##SUB2#
Cleary is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB2#
Cleary is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Nobonaga has managed to free his arm - good work.
Cleary scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Cleary wants to pass to mount but Nobonaga is defending the position.
Cleary seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Cleary slows the pace down in half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Cleary seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Nobonaga does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #T2##SUB2#
Cleary seems like he's working for an arm triangle here. He's freed his trapped foot and he's rotating nicely. Nobonaga is in big trouble! He's tapping out! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Patrick Cleary!
A victorious Patrick Cleary thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

 

Event: ORC 14: Headstrong     
Date:   Jun 16, 2018
#R1#
West misses with a double jab.
Nobonaga throws a head kick but West moves out of range. #CL#
Nobonaga gets a clinch.
West blocking some punches.
Nobonaga crunches a lovely knee into West's ribcage.
West is looking to control Nobonaga's arms but Nobonaga gets an underhook and turns him. Now West has his back to the ropes.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Nobonaga.
Nobonaga has a couple of punches blocked by West.
Knees in the clinch landing for Nobonaga.
West has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Nobonaga pushes off an throws an elbow but West leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the ropes.
Nobonaga avoiding damage as West throws knees to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Still in the clinch, Nobonaga scores with a nice short uppercut.
Nobonaga tries a knee to the head but West blocks it.
Nobonaga tries to stall but West uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
West blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.#T1#
Nobonaga lands a hook to the side of the head.
Nobonaga is stalling here.
Nobonaga throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Nobonaga lands an elbow just above West 's eye. #CUT#
It looks like Wayde West has been cut.
Nobonaga can't find room to land a body shot as West controls the action.
Nobonaga misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Nobonaga tries to land a knee to the head but West blocks with his arms.
West takes a knee to the side of the body.
West is trying to push Nobonaga away but Nobonaga has him pressed against the ropes, so he's going nowhere.
West blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Nobonaga lands an elbow inside that West shrugs off.
Nobonaga just leaning against West, taking a breather.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
I was talking to Nobonaga's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Nobonaga tries to land a knee to the head but West blocks with his arms.
The referee is keeping an eye on Nobonaga - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Nobonaga lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of West backwards. #T2#
Nobonaga works on West's body with a couple of short punches.#BC2#
West breaks from the clinch.
Nobonaga throws out a leg kick but West moves out of range and Nobonaga only half commits.
West misses with an attempted mid kick.
Nobonaga avoids the head kick by West.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
West throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #CL#
Nobonaga moves into range and clinches up with West.
Nobonaga blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
A battle for position here, against the ropes.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Nobonaga pushes West back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sagoya Nobonaga dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Wayde West's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Nobonaga misses with a lunging right hand
and West counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#CL2#
West clinches up against the ropes.
Nobonaga misses with a hook to the ribs.
West tries to stall but Nobonaga uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Nobonaga content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Nobonaga stalling.
West is trying to break free.
Nice body punch from Nobonaga.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Knees to the body from Nobonaga.
West avoiding damage as Nobonaga throws knees to the body.
Nobonaga scores with a knee to the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nobonaga missing with knees to the body.
West tries to stall but Nobonaga uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
West is trying to break the clinch but Nobonaga has him pressed against the ropes.
A short body shot lands from Nobonaga as the two fighters clinch.
Nobonaga tries to land knees in the clinch but West avoids the damage to the body.
Nobonaga is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that West can do to turn this around?#T1#
Nobonaga misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from West.
Nobonaga goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Nobonaga has a couple of punches blocked by West.
Nobonaga tries to work over West's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Nobonaga pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the ropes.
West wants to stall.
Nobonaga taking a breather.
Nobonaga pushes West back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
With the two fighters working up against the ropes, Nobonaga just misses with a elbow thrown towards West's brow.
West is trying to push Nobonaga away but Nobonaga has him pressed against the ropes, so he's going nowhere.
Nobonaga missing with knees to the body.
Nobonaga trying to control the position but instead, West has worked for underhooks and has pushed Nobonaga into the ropes.
Nobonaga lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of West backwards. #T2#
Nobonaga misses with a short punch on the inside.
Nobonaga looking to stall.
Nobonaga misses with a short punch on the inside.
West managing to block the knees to the body from Nobonaga.
West missing with knees to the body.
Nobonaga misses with an elbow over the top.
Sagoya Nobonaga has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Nobonaga stalling in the clinch but West improves position.
Nobonaga tried to land a shot to the body but connects with West's elbow.
Nobonaga misses with a hook to the ribs.
West is trying to maintain a safe position but Nobonaga gets an underhook and turns West into the ropes.
Nobonaga keeps control of West as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
A nice right hand lands inside from Nobonaga.
Nobonaga misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from West.
West tries to circle away but Nobonaga has him pinned against the ropes.
Nobonaga lands an elbow inside.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sagoya Nobonaga dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Wayde West'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. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3##CL#
Nobonaga gets a clinch.
West wants to stall.
Nobonaga is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but West is keeping busy.
Nobonaga is working West over against the ropes.
Nobonaga is struggling to control the position.
Nobonaga is looking to control West's arms but West gets an underhook and turns him. Now Nobonaga has his back to the ropes.
Nobonaga tries to stall but West uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Nobonaga.
West has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A battle for position here, against the ropes.
Nobonaga connects with a nasty looking knee right to West's face.
West takes a shot to the head.
Nobonaga lands a hook to the side of the head.#T1#
A short left from Nobonaga. #ROC#
West is rocked!
West tries to circle away but Nobonaga has him pinned against the ropes.
Nobonaga with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Nobonaga comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
West is the more experienced fighter here and he's going to need to draw on some of that experience if he's going to pull this one out the bag.
Nobonaga tries a body shot but West blocks it. #BC2#
West breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Wayde West has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
West throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Nobonaga digs a good hook to West's body.
Sagoya Nobonaga is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#CL#
Nobonaga clinches up against the ropes.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
West tries a knee to the head but Nobonaga blocks it.
West doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Nobonaga dodges an elbow strike from West.
West lands with a short head shot on the inside. #T2#
West is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the ropes.
West throws an elbow that misses.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Nobonaga.
West lands a right hand that snaps the head of Nobonaga backwards.
Nobonaga keeps the fight in the clinch, despite West's efforts to push away.
Nobonaga prevents a body shot from West.
West tries to work over Nobonaga's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Nobonaga on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A right hook to the body lands for West.
Nobonaga avoids the elbow strike from West, against the ropes.
West has a couple of punches blocked by Nobonaga.
West throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Nobonaga blocks it with crossed arms.

And that's the end of the fight!
Sagoya Nobonaga showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Nobonaga, 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 Saam Ante scores the fight for Sagoya Nobonaga!
Judge Nard Betker scores the fight for Sagoya Nobonaga!
Judge Albert Achterberg scores the fight for Sagoya Nobonaga!

Sagoya Nobonaga wins by unanimous decision!

Sagoya Nobonaga made sure to mention his sponsor, Sully's Bar & Grill in his post fight interview.

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   May 29, 2018
#R1#
Nobonaga scores with a decent looking hook.#CL#
Nobonaga closes the distance and clinches.
Walsh swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Nobonaga scores a nice knee to the body.
Walsh should think about turning a few of those tyres round his middle into muscle if he wants people to take him seriously as an athlete.
Nobonaga blocks an uppercut.
Nobonaga lands with a light punch inside.
Nobonaga putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Walsh in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Walsh tries to break free but Nobonaga pushes him back against the cage.
Nobonaga unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Walsh looks winded!
Nobonaga working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Stalling in the clinch from Nobonaga.
Walsh tries to pull guard but Nobonaga forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
A short uppercut from Nobonaga.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nobonaga lands an elbow inside. #ROC#
Walsh is rocked!#CUT#
It looks like Len Walsh has been cut.
Nobonaga is pushing Walsh up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Walsh is still on wobbly legs! Can Nobonaga finish him?
Walsh is pressed against the cage. Nobonaga pushes back and unleashes a big elbow that really hurts Walsh! Two more big strikes from Nobonaga and Walsh crumples to the mat and taps out furiously due to the strikes!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Sagoya Nobonaga!
Sagoya Nobonaga really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Sully's Bar & Grill logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.

 

Event: ORC 9: Allustrious     
Date:   May 19, 2018
#R1#
Cane lands with a nice body punch.
Jab by Cane.
Nobonaga tries to clinch up but Cane circles away and keeps his distance.
Nobonaga looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#CL#
Nobonaga moves into the clinch.
Nobonaga is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the ropes.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Maybe Nobonaga would be better served going for some more strikes rather than trying to control so much.
A nice left hand lands by Cane.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Cane as Nobonaga tries to tie him up.
Cane misses with some punches.
A frustrated look appears on Cane's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Nobonaga trying to land knees to the body.
Nobonaga tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Cane's elbow.
Nobonaga gets through Cane's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#BC2#
Cane breaks the clinch.
Cane fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Nobonaga moves in looking to clinch but Cane pushes him off.
Nobonaga throws out a loose jab but Cane uses good head movement to avoid it.
Nobonaga tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Cane counters with a straight right hand.
Nobonaga throws a head kick that Cane semi-blocks.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Cane thuds a left hand into Nobonaga's body.#T1#
Nobonaga tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Cane paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Cane bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Nobonaga's head.
Cane scores with a jab to the head.
Cane throws an overhand right that lands on Nobonaga's shoulder, as Nobonaga tries to avoid the shot.
Nobonaga walks into a straight right hand from Cane.
The fight stays on the outside here - Nobonaga looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Cane throws a jab when Nobonaga was well out of range.
Nobonaga throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Cane slips a jab from Nobonaga.#CL#
Nobonaga moves into the clinch.
Nobonaga working aggressively here.
Nobonaga lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Nobonaga landing knees to the body.
Cane has had enough of the clinch but Nobonaga keeps him there for the moment.
Cane lands with a short punch from the clinch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A hook to the body from Cane.
Cane on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Cane wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Cane scores with a shot to the side of Nobonaga's head.
Cane lands with a short punch from the clinch.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Nobonaga. #T2#
Cane blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Cane prevents a body shot from Nobonaga.
A short left from Nobonaga.
Cane blocks an uppercut.
Nobonaga missing with knees to the body.
Nice body punch from Cane - that landed with a thud.
Nobonaga using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Cane has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Nobonaga taking a breather.
Nobonaga trying to land knees to the body.
Nobonaga throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Cane blocks it with crossed arms.
Nice body punch from Cane.
Cane lands with a left to the head. #BC2#
Cane breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Nobonaga keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Cane.
Cane attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Nobonaga blocks a leg kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Cane defending well as Nobonaga loads up on a big left hand.
Nobonaga backing away here, and Cane unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Nobonaga tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Cane was well out of range. Poor timing from Nobonaga.
Cane looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Cane uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Nobonaga.
Nobonaga throws a shot from downtown. Cane moves away and avoids it.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Cane.
Nobonaga throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Sutter Cane 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.
#R2#
Nobonaga misses with a head kick.
Nobonaga doesn't manage to clinch there - Cane circles away.
Nobonaga throws a head kick that misses.
Cane moves out of range of the body kick from Nobonaga.
Nobonaga throws a solid leg kick but Cane takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Nobonaga.
Both fighters circling a little - Cane finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Nobonaga lands with a right hand.
Nobonaga tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Cane paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Nobonaga is looking to land body kicks.
Nobonaga scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Cane ducks under a wild hook from Nobonaga.
Cane cracks Nobonaga with a good jab.
Cane circles away from the clinch attempt.
Nobonaga looks to land a body kick but Cane moved away.
Cane misses with an uppercut.
Cane dips to his left and cracks Nobonaga with an uppercut!
Nobonaga has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Cane.
Cane misses with a straight right.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nobonaga ducks under a wild hook from Cane.
Nobonaga throws a body punch but Cane moves out of range.
Nobonaga is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Nice defenses there by Cane.#T1#
Cane lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Cane bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Nobonaga tries a head kick but it misses. #CL#
Nobonaga gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Cane lands an uppercut.
Nobonaga putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Cane in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Nobonaga tries a body shot but Cane blocks it.
Nobonaga misses with a knee strike.
Cane lands a right hand.
Nobonaga is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Cane tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Nobonaga tries a body shot but Cane blocks it.
Cane pushes Nobonaga back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
Nobonaga is trying to stall.
A short uppercut from Cane.
Nobonaga blocks a punch to the side of the head.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Cane creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Cane swings away with an uppercut that misses. #T2#
A short right from Cane on the inside. #BC2#
Cane manages to break the clinch.
Cane looks to score with a jab to the body but Nobonaga is just out of range.
Nobonaga fails in his attempt to clinch.
Cane moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Nobonaga throws a sloppy head kick and Cane moves out of range easily.
Nobonaga lands with a shot to the body.
Nobonaga tries to clinch up but Cane circles away and keeps his distance.
Nobonaga goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
A solid leg kick lands there for Nobonaga.
Nobonaga misses with a wild combination.
A leg kick checked by Nobonaga.
Cane with a nice cross.
Cane keeps the fight on the outside.
Nobonaga ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Cane moves away.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Nobonaga doesn't manage to clinch there - Cane circles away.
Nobonaga wants to clinch but Cane slips to the side
and Cane finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Cane connects with a leg kick. Nobonaga looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Cane listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Cane stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sutter Cane showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Nobonaga pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Sagoya Nobonaga has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Well,Nobonaga is on his way to losing a decision here. Can he use his experience to pull something off in the closing minutes?
Cane swats away the attempt to clinch by Nobonaga.
Cane circles away from the clinch attempt.
Nobonaga lands a lovely overhand right.
Nobonaga tries to close the distance and clinch but Cane swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Nobonaga keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Cane.
Nobonaga is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Nobonaga tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Nobonaga throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Nobonaga is looking to clinch.
Nobonaga throws the kick towards the body but Cane avoids it.
Nobonaga throws a leg kick but Cane sees it coming and moves out of range.
Cane throws a counter combo.
Nobonaga waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Cane.
Cane swats away the attempt to clinch by Nobonaga.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A chopping leg kick lands by Cane.
Nobonaga lands a front kick.
A slow jab from Nobonaga misses its intended target.
Nobonaga with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Cane circles away from the clinch attempt.
Cane cracks Nobonaga with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.#T1#
Cane fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Cane throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Cane.
Nobonaga looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Nobonaga stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Cane.
Nobonaga throws out a leg kick but Cane moves out of range and Nobonaga only half commits.
Cane flicks out a counter leg kick but Nobonaga steps away.
Cane takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Nobonaga looks to land a left hand but Cane moved out of range nicely.
Nobonaga lands a nice shot that snaps Cane's head back.
Cane looks to land a body kick but Nobonaga moved away.
Nobonaga checks a leg kick.
A chopping leg kick lands by Nobonaga.
Good exchange - Cane coming out on top.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Cane.
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!
Cane thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Nobonaga if he has to take too many more of those.
Nobonaga is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Nobonaga tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Cane jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Nobonaga swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Nobonaga chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Cane can pounce on him.
Cane throws a nice outside leg kick.
Nobonaga darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Cane with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row. #T2#
Nobonaga gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Cane.
Sutter Cane seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Cane swats away the attempt to clinch by Nobonaga.
Nobonaga pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Nobonaga backing away here, and Cane unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Nobonaga keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Cane.
Cane lands a jab to the nose.
Nobonaga throws a half hearted mid kick.
Cane circles away from the clinch attempt. #CL#
Nobonaga has managed to clinch.
Nobonaga throws a head punch that misses.
Cane misses with a body punch.
Sagoya Nobonaga has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Nobonaga blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Nobonaga misses with a hook to the ribs.
Nobonaga connects with a nasty looking knee right to Cane's face. #BC2#
Cane breaks from the clinch.
Cane fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Nobonaga.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
That kick from Nobonaga tenderised Cane's leg. Cane is trying to keep his angry face on.
Cane avoids a kick to the body.
Nobonaga looks to score with a jab to the body but Cane is just out of range.
Cane jabs Nobonaga right on the nose. Nobonaga blinks but takes it well.
Cane defending well as Nobonaga loads up on a big left hand.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.

Judge Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight for Sutter Cane!
Judge Patrick Alders scores the fight for Sutter Cane!
Judge Nard Betker scores the fight for Sutter Cane!

Sutter Cane wins by unanimous decision!

A victorious Sutter Cane thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

 

Event: ORC 5: Bloodsport     
Date:   Apr 28, 2018
#R1#
Muller tries a low kick but Nobonaga avoids it.
Muller swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Nobonaga throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Muller looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Nobonaga misses the shot to the body. #CL#
Nobonaga takes the fight into the clinch.
Knees in the clinch landing for Nobonaga.
Nobonaga unloads a knee to the mid-section. Muller lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
A battle for position here, against the ropes.
Muller misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Muller prevents a body shot from Nobonaga.
Nobonaga blocks a body shot from Muller.
Nobonaga blocking some punches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Muller fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Nobonaga lands with a short shot to the head.
Nobonaga avoiding damage.
Nobonaga is trying to maintain a safe position but Muller gets an underhook and turns Nobonaga into the ropes.
Nobonaga throws an elbow but it misses.
Muller tries to work over Nobonaga's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #T1#
Muller working aggressively here.
Nobonaga lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Muller.
Muller scores with a shot to the side of Nobonaga's head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Muller.
Muller misses with a hook from the clinch.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Muller as Nobonaga tries to tie him up.
Muller blocks an uppercut.
Muller lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Muller lands with a short shot to the head.
Muller throws a head punch that misses.
Muller misses with a body punch.
Muller tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Muller digs a right hand into Nobonaga's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Nobonaga's gas tank.
Nobonaga lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Muller has a couple of punches blocked by Nobonaga.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Muller blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Muller lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Nobonaga backwards. #T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A short right from Muller on the inside.
Muller lands with a left to the head.
A head punch on the inside from Nobonaga fails to land.
Nobonaga blocking some punches.
Nobonaga misses with an elbow over the top.
Nobonaga blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Nobonaga blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Nobonaga tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Muller avoids it.
Muller blocks an uppercut.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Muller misses with a hook from the clinch.
Muller throws a head punch that misses.
Muller swings wildly with an uppercut but Nobonaga uses good head movement to avoid it.
Muller swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Nobonaga misses with a body punch.
Nobonaga misses with a knee to the head.
Muller swings wildly with an uppercut but Nobonaga uses good head movement to avoid it.
Nobonaga missing with knees to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Bode Muller dominated that round.
That's time! Nobonaga's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Muller throws out a loose jab but Nobonaga uses good head movement to avoid it.
Muller takes a swing at Nobonaga's ribcage but misses.
Muller throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Nobonaga throws a sloppy head kick and Muller moves out of range easily.
Sagoya Nobonaga seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nobonaga ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Nobonaga misses with a kick to the body.
Muller misses the jab.
Nobonaga misses with a jab to the body
and Muller counters with a good low kick that Nobonaga was not able to check.
Nobonaga takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Muller doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.#CL#
Nobonaga drives through and clinches with Muller against the ropes.
Nobonaga blocking some punches.
Muller throws a head punch that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Muller working aggressively here.
Nobonaga lands a body shot.
Muller managing to block the knees to the body from Nobonaga.
Nobonaga scores a nice knee to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nobonaga lands a body punch in the clinch.
Nobonaga misses with a knee to the head.
Muller misses with a hook from the clinch. #T1#
Nobonaga tries to throw a body punch but Muller avoids it by throwing Nobonaga back against the ropes.
Nobonaga can't find room to land a body shot as Muller controls the action.
Nobonaga throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Muller blocks it with crossed arms.
Muller misses with a short punch on the inside.
Nobonaga connects with a knee to the head. #CUT#
It looks like Bode Muller has been cut.
Muller misses with a hook to the ribs.
Nobonaga misses with a body punch.
Sagoya Nobonaga has scored more points in the clinch so far.
A hook to the body from Muller.
Nobonaga tries to land knees in the clinch but Muller avoids the damage to the body.
Nobonaga misses with a knee strike.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Nobonaga.
Nobonaga misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Muller misses with a short punch on the inside.
Muller misses with some punches.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Nobonaga leaning his opponent against the ropes.
A short body shot lands from Muller as the two fighters clinch. #T2#
Nobonaga has a couple of punches blocked by Muller.
Nobonaga looking to slow down the pace here.
Muller misses with some punches.
Muller on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Muller throws a head punch that misses.
Muller pushes Nobonaga back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Muller as Nobonaga tries to tie him up.
Muller misses with a short punch on the inside.
Muller throws a punch but it's blocked by Nobonaga.
Nobonaga lands with a right to the head.
Nice body punch from Muller.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Muller softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Nobonaga misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Muller.
Nobonaga lands with a right to the head.
Muller lands with a right to the head.
Muller misses with a shot to the kidneys.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Bode Muller will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Bode Muller's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
A clash of legs there as Nobonaga blocks the low kick.
Muller lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Nobonaga at a distance.
Sagoya Nobonaga has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Nobonaga thows a left - swing and a miss!
Muller moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Muller tries to clinch up.
Nobonaga throws a big counter combination but Muller scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Nobonaga misses with a body shot.
Muller paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.#CL#
Nobonaga closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the ropes.
Nobonaga blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Muller swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Muller tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Muller throws a head punch that misses.
Nobonaga misses with the head strike.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nobonaga trying to land knees to the body.
Muller misses with a body punch.
Nobonaga misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Muller.
Muller tries a body shot but Nobonaga blocks it.
Nice elbow from Nobonaga.
Nobonaga working Muller over with knees to the body.#T1#
Muller swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Nobonaga blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Muller digs a right hand underneath Nobonaga's ribcage. Nobonaga let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Nobonaga pushes off an throws an elbow but Muller leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the ropes.
Nobonaga misses with a knee to the head.
Muller working aggressively here.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Muller as Nobonaga tries to tie him up.
Muller misses with a short punch on the inside.
Muller scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Nobonaga tries to land knees in the clinch but Muller avoids the damage to the body.
Muller's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Muller managing to block the knees to the body from Nobonaga.
Muller lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Nobonaga backwards.
Still in the clinch, Muller scores with a nice short uppercut.
A short uppercut from Nobonaga.
Muller blocks a body shot from Nobonaga.
Nobonaga is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the ropes.
Nobonaga throws an elbow that misses. #T2#
A head punch on the inside from Nobonaga fails to land.
A right handed body shot lands from Nobonaga.
Nobonaga blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
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!
Muller misses with the head strike.
Muller misses with a punch on the inside.
Nobonaga just leaning against Muller, taking a breather.
Nobonaga is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Muller is keeping busy.
Nobonaga is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Muller is defending well for now.
Muller throws a head punch that misses.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Muller.
Nobonaga is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Muller is keeping busy.
Muller throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Nobonagas head.
Nobonaga takes a shot to the head.
Muller avoids the elbow strike from Nobonaga, against the ropes.
Nobonaga with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Muller blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.

Judge Patrick Alders scores the fight for Bode Muller!
Judge Saam Ante scores the fight for Bode Muller!
Judge Radbod Blank scores the fight for Bode Muller!

Bode Muller wins by unanimous decision!

A victorious Bode Muller thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Apr 02, 2018
#R1#
Porter is looking to clinch.
Nobonaga lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
We've been informed that Porter has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Jab by Nobonaga.#CL#
Nobonaga moves into the clinch successfully.
With the fighters up against the cage, Porter throws an elbow but misses.
A short left from Nobonaga.
Nobonaga using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Knees to the body from Nobonaga.
A right hook to the body lands for Nobonaga.
Nobonaga lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Nobonaga utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Porter looks winded!
A knee to the head by Nobonaga.
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!
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Nobonaga obliges.
Nobonaga taking a breather.
Still in the clinch, Nobonaga scores with a nice short uppercut.
Porter takes an elbow to the forehead. #T1#
Nobonaga pushes Porter back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Porter using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Nobonaga has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Nobonaga lands a glancing elbow in the clinch. #ROC#
Porter is rocked!
Nobonaga throws a big uppercut that drops Porter! More strikes from Nobonaga and the referee jumps in to stop the fight! Porter lies dazed against the cage as Nobonaga celebrates with his cornermen!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Sagoya Nobonaga!
Sagoya Nobonaga really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Sully's Bar & Grill logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.

 

Event: Dynasty 27     
Date:   Dec 30, 2017
#R1##CL#
Nobonaga has managed to clinch.
Nobonaga lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Boxer.
Nobonaga creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Nobonaga misses with a knee strike.
Nobonaga avoids a wild elbow strike from Boxer.
Boxer lands a damaging elbow.
Nobonaga lands a right hand that snaps the head of Boxer backwards.
A short right from Nobonaga on the inside. #BC2#
Boxer escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Nobonaga throws out a powerful jab.#CL#
Nobonaga closes the distance and pushes Boxer back into the ropes.
Nobonaga taking a breather.
Boxer misses with an elbow strike.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Boxer as Nobonaga tries to tie him up.
Nobonaga takes an elbow to the temple.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#BC2#
Boxer pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Nobonaga has been working on his boxing with his coaches at LOD: Legion's PIT Fight Club in the buildup to the fight.
Boxer takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Nobonaga tries to clinch up but Boxer circles away and keeps his distance.
Nobonaga fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Boxer manages to avoid it.
Boxer lands the left hand.
Nice defenses there by Nobonaga.#T1##CL#
Nobonaga closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the ropes.
Boxer throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Boxer gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Nobonaga is trying to stall.
Nobonaga is looking to control Boxer's arms but Boxer gets an underhook and turns him. Now Nobonaga has his back to the ropes.
Boxer misses with an elbow over the top.
Nobonaga lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Boxer throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Boxer throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Nobonaga blocks an elbow strike from Boxer.
Nobonaga takes an elbow to the forehead.
Boxer goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A short uppercut from Nobonaga.
Nobonaga fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A bit of stalling here from Nobonaga.
Nobonaga scores with a shoulder strike.
Boxer pushes Nobonaga back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch. #BC2#
Boxer breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nobonaga is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#T2#
Nobonaga throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Boxer cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CL2#
Boxer forces Nobonaga back against the ropes and clinches.
Nobonaga tries to throw a body punch but Boxer avoids it by throwing Nobonaga back against the ropes.
Boxer misses with a punch on the inside.
Nobonaga lands a left hand.
Boxer looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Boxer misses with a punch on the inside.
Boxer pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the ropes.
Boxer lands a shoulder strike.
Nobonaga misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Boxer.
Boxer gets through Nobonaga's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Nobonaga scores with a shot to the side of Boxer's head.
Nobonaga makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Nobonaga utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Nobonaga blocks the elbow strike.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Nobonaga is looking to control Boxer's arms but Boxer gets an underhook and turns him. Now Nobonaga has his back to the ropes.
Nobonaga is looking to control Boxer's arms but Boxer gets an underhook and turns him. Now Nobonaga has his back to the ropes.
Still in the clinch, Boxer scores with a nice short uppercut.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Kick Boxer 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.
#R2#
Nobonaga tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Boxer manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Boxer tries to clinch but Nobonaga is having none of it.
Nobonaga is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Boxer.
Nobonaga swats away the attempt to clinch by Boxer.
Nobonaga is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Nobonaga jabs Boxer right on the nose. Boxer blinks but takes it well.
Nobonaga misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Boxer.
Nobonaga moves forwards but Boxer connects with a nice, crisp jab.#CL#
Nobonaga closes the distance and clinches.
Boxer digs a right hand into Nobonaga's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Nobonaga's gas tank.
Boxer lands a hook to the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boxer on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Boxer throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Boxer misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Boxer misses with an elbow strike.
Nobonaga is looking to control Boxer's arms but Boxer gets an underhook and turns him. Now Nobonaga has his back to the ropes.
With the two fighters working up against the ropes, Boxer just misses with a elbow thrown towards Nobonaga's brow.
Nobonaga is trying to stall. #T1#
A short right from Boxer.
Nobonaga blocks an elbow strike from Boxer.
Boxer tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Nobonaga's elbow. #BC2#
Boxer breaks the clinch. #CL#
Nobonaga closes the distance and clinches.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Boxer misses with a body punch.
Boxer lands an uppercut.
Nobonaga fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Boxer lands a glancing elbow in the clinch. #CUT2#
It looks like Sagoya Nobonaga has been cut.
Nobonaga misses with a hook from the clinch.
Boxer is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace. #BC2#
Boxer breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #CL#
Nobonaga has closed the distance and engaged Boxer in a clinch.
Boxer creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Boxer gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Nice body punch from Nobonaga - that landed with a thud.
Nobonaga's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
This has been an exciting period of action!
A short right from Boxer on the inside. #T2#
Boxer misses with a punch to the body.
Boxer lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Kick Boxer seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Boxer swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Nobonaga is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Boxer throws an elbow that misses.
Boxer swings wildly with an uppercut but Nobonaga uses good head movement to avoid it.
Boxer throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Boxer is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Boxer has a couple of punches blocked by Nobonaga.
A shot in the inside from Nobonaga.
Boxer throws an elbow that misses.
Boxer throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Nobonaga blocks the elbow strike.
Boxer managing to block the knees to the body from Nobonaga.
Boxer throws an elbow but it misses.
Boxer throws an elbow that misses.
Nobonaga prevents Boxer from breaking the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Kick Boxer showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Sagoya Nobonaga's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Nobonaga tries to clinch up.
Sagoya Nobonaga has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
A jab from Nobonaga does it's job there.
Boxer throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Nobonaga sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Nobonaga tries to score with a low kick but Boxer moves his leg out of the way.
Nobonaga fails in his attempt to clinch.
Nobonaga tries to close the distance and clinch up but Boxer swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Nobonaga throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Nobonaga fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Boxer manages to avoid it.
Boxer scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
A swing and a miss from Boxer.
Boxer swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Nobonaga cracks Boxer with a right hand to the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boxer throws a hook to the side of Nobonaga's head but Nobonaga sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Nobonaga pushes Boxer away with a front kick.
Nobonaga takes a body punch but keeps moving. #CL#
Nobonaga clinches up against the ropes.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A nice right hand lands inside from Nobonaga. #T1#
Boxer lands with a short punch from the clinch.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Boxer. #BC2#
Boxer breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Nobonaga pulls out of a head kick attempt.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Boxer! But no joy.
Nobonaga has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Boxer finds it's way round the side to connect with Nobonaga's head.
Nobonaga steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Boxer.
Nobonaga throws a head kick but Boxer moves out of range.
Nobonaga throws out a powerful jab.#CL2#
Boxer moves into range and clinches up with Nobonaga.
Kick Boxer is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Boxer lands a left hand.
Nobonaga misses with a body punch.
Nobonaga pushes Boxer back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Nobonaga slowing the pace effectively.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nobonaga avoids the elbow strike from Boxer, against the ropes.
Boxer throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Nobonagas head.
Boxer throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Boxer scores with a nice hook to the head.
Boxer throws an elbow that misses. #T2#
Boxer avoiding damage as Nobonaga throws knees to the body. #BC2#
Boxer breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Nice straight punches there by Boxer. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Boxer.
Nobonaga wants to clinch but Boxer slips to the side
and Boxer counters with a stiff right hand. #CL2#
Boxer moves into range and clinches up with Nobonaga.
Nobonaga misses with a hook to the ribs.
Boxer lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Nobonaga backwards.
Boxer pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the ropes.
Nobonaga prevents a body shot from Boxer.
Nobonaga tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Boxer's elbow.
Boxer pushes off an throws an elbow but Nobonaga leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the ropes.
Nobonaga scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Nobonaga looking to stall.
Nobonaga throws a punch but it's blocked by Boxer.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Nobonaga wants to stall.
Nobonaga looking to stall.
Nobonaga can't seem to implement his control oriented gameplan at the moment. That's no bad thing of course, for those of us who want to see a good fight.
Boxer misses with an elbow over the top.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 27:30
Judge Ren Mimura scores the fight 27:30
Judge Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 28:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kick Boxer!

A victorious Kick Boxer thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

 

Event: Dynasty Fight Night 20     
Date:   Dec 13, 2017
#R1##CL2#
Nobonaga closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the ropes.
Nobonaga cracks Of Bath And Wells with a nice body shot.
Of Bath And Wells misses with a punch to the body.
Of Bath And Wells lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
We've been informed that Nobonaga has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Of Bath And Wells misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Nobonaga lands a left hand.
Of Bath And Wells doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Nobonaga struggles to land a body shot inside as Of Bath And Wells controls his hands.
Of Bath And Wells swings wildly with an uppercut but Nobonaga uses good head movement to avoid it.
Of Bath And Wells lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Nobonaga works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Nobonaga takes an elbow to the forehead.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Of Bath And Wells as Nobonaga tries to tie him up.
Of Bath And Wells lands with a right to the head.
Of Bath And Wells misses with a hook from the clinch.
Of Bath And Wells can't find room to land a body shot as Nobonaga controls the action.
Nobonaga lands a hook to the side of the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#BC#
Of Bath And Wells's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#T1#
Of Bath And Wells missing with a left hand there. Nobonaga was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Of Bath And Wells misses with a wild body shot.
Nobonaga tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Of Bath And Wells lands a jab to the head.
Of Bath And Wells throws a big shot that misses.
Nobonaga fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Of Bath And Wells manages to avoid it.
Of Bath And Wells throwing a counter right hand but Nobonaga manages to avoid it.
Nobonaga throws a low kick, looking for Of Bath And Wells's leg but Of Bath And Wells calmly moves out of range.
Good standup being displayed there by Of Bath And Wells as he connects with a hook.
Of Bath And Wells on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Of Bath And Wells keeps the fight on the outside.
A jab from Of Bath And Wells does it's job there.
Of Bath And Wells looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Nobonaga takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Nobonaga dodges the punch combination from Of Bath And Wells. #CL2#
Nobonaga instigates a clinch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A short left from Nobonaga.
Nobonaga lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Of Bath And Wells or not. #T2#
A body shot lands from Of Bath And Wells.
Nobonaga has Of Bath And Wells pushed against the ropes.
Nobonaga misses with a knee strike.
Nobonaga lands a left hand.
A nice right hand lands inside from Nobonaga.
Nobonaga working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Of Bath And Wells digs a right hand into Nobonaga's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Nobonaga's gas tank.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Nobonaga lands a hook that snaps the head of Of Bath And Wells backwards.
Of Bath And Wells misses with an elbow over the top.
Nobonaga scores with a knee to the head.
Of Bath And Wells scores with a hook to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Nobonaga dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the ropes.
Nobonaga looking to slow down the pace here.
Nobonaga throws a head punch that misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Sagoya Nobonaga will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Of Bath And Wells lands with a right hand.
Nobonaga keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Nobonaga throws a lazy body kick
and Of Bath And Wells counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Nobonaga throws a leg kick but Of Bath And Wells moved away.
Sagoya Nobonaga seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nobonaga gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Of Bath And Wells takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Nobonaga throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Nobonaga looks to land a left hand but Of Bath And Wells moved out of range nicely.
A decent looking cross lands there for Of Bath And Wells.
Nobonaga's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Nobonaga duly obliges.
Nobonaga throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A little feinted left hand from Of Bath And Wells on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Of Bath And Wells thuds a left hand into Nobonaga's body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nobonaga misses with a telegraphed body shot
enabling Of Bath And Wells to counter with a crisp jab.
Nobonaga tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Of Bath And Wells swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Of Bath And Wells sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Nobonaga throws a shot from downtown. Of Bath And Wells moves away and avoids it.
Nobonaga tries to close the distance and clinch but Of Bath And Wells swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #T1##CL2#
Nobonaga closes the distance and clinches.
Nobonaga tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Nobonaga stalling in the clinch but Of Bath And Wells improves position.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Nobonaga trying to land knees to the body.
Nobonaga lands a damaging elbow.
Of Bath And Wells blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Of Bath And Wells throws a head punch that misses.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Of Bath And Wells.
Of Bath And Wells creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Nobonaga's defenses.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Of Bath And Wells.
Sagoya Nobonaga seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Of Bath And Wells throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Nobonaga blocks a body shot from Of Bath And Wells.
Of Bath And Wells gets through Nobonaga's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Nobonaga is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Of Bath And Wells misses with a hook to the ribs.
Nobonaga takes an elbow to the temple. #T2#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Of Bath And Wells.
Of Bath And Wells works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Nobonaga misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Of Bath And Wells.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Of Bath And Wells lands a hook to the side of the head.
Nobonaga lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Nobonaga utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Nobonaga trying to stall but Of Bath And Wells improves his position.
Of Bath And Wells goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Of Bath And Wells tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Of Bath And Wells blocks an uppercut.
A short left from Nobonaga.
Nobonaga lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Of Bath And Wells blocking some punches.
Nobonaga creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Of Bath And Wells's defenses.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Of Bath And Wells lands a left hand.
Nobonaga trying to land knees to the body.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Nobonaga.
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 The Bishop Of Bath And Wells will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Nobonaga tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Of Bath And Wells paws at him with a jab and circles away.#CL2#
Nobonaga rushes Of Bath And Wells and pushes him back against the ropes in a clinch.
Nobonaga blocks the elbow strike.
Of Bath And Wells scores with a shot to the side of Nobonaga's head.
Nobonaga tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Of Bath And Wells avoids it.
Nobonaga landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Nobonaga throws a knee to the head but misses.
Of Bath And Wells digs a right hand underneath Nobonaga's ribcage. Nobonaga let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Nobonaga misses with a knee strike.
With the two fighters working up against the ropes, Of Bath And Wells just misses with a elbow thrown towards Nobonaga's brow.
Nobonaga is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Of Bath And Wells is defending well for now.
A short right from Nobonaga on the inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Of Bath And Wells struggles to land a body shot inside as Nobonaga controls his hands.
Nobonaga avoids a wild elbow strike from Of Bath And Wells.
Nobonaga misses with a punch to the body.
Nobonaga stalling in the clinch but Of Bath And Wells improves position.
Nobonaga missing with knees to the body.
Of Bath And Wells throws a punch but it's blocked by Nobonaga. #T1#
Nobonaga blocks an uppercut.
Nobonaga tries to land knees in the clinch but Of Bath And Wells avoids the damage to the body.
Of Bath And Wells makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Of Bath And Wells takes a shot to the head.
Of Bath And Wells lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Of Bath And Wells creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Nobonaga's defenses.
Of Bath And Wells misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Of Bath And Wells swings wildly with an uppercut but Nobonaga uses good head movement to avoid it.
Nobonaga tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Of Bath And Wells avoids it.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Nobonaga.
Nobonaga slowing the pace effectively.
Nobonaga tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Of Bath And Wells avoids it.
Of Bath And Wells lands a right hand that snaps the head of Nobonaga backwards.
Of Bath And Wells lands with a right to the head.
Of Bath And Wells takes a shot to the head.
Of Bath And Wells lands a shoulder strike.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Of Bath And Wells lands a right hand that snaps the head of Nobonaga backwards. #T2#
Of Bath And Wells has a couple of punches blocked by Nobonaga.
Nobonaga lands a shot to the body.
Of Bath And Wells misses with a body punch.
Nobonaga avoids the elbow strike from Of Bath And Wells, against the ropes.
Nobonaga misses with a short punch on the inside.
Nobonaga looking to slow down the pace here.
Of Bath And Wells tries to work over Nobonaga's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Of Bath And Wells throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Nobonaga working aggressively here.
Nobonaga stalls.
A nice left hand lands by Nobonaga.
Of Bath And Wells misses with a hook from the clinch.
Of Bath And Wells working aggressively here.
Of Bath And Wells misses with the head strike.
Of Bath And Wells blocks a couple of punches on the inside.

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 The Bishop Of Bath And Wells.
I think Of Bath And Wells has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 30:27
Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 30:28
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 29:29

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... The Bishop Of Bath And Wells!

A relieved looking The Bishop Of Bath And Wells 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: PKL Playoff Round 2     
Date:   Nov 10, 2017
#R1#
McKane throws the kick towards the body but Nobonaga avoids it.
Nobonaga is looking to clinch but McKane is avoiding it.
Nobonaga closes the distance looking to clinch
and McKane counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CL#
Nobonaga closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the ropes.
McKane lands with a light punch inside.
Nobonaga lands a right hand.
Nobonaga looking to slow down the pace here.
McKane lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Nobonaga backwards.
McKane is trying to force a seperation but Nobonaga has the dominant position.#BC2#
McKane pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nobonaga throws a sloppy head kick and McKane moves out of range easily.
Nobonaga defending well as McKane loads up on a big left hand.
Nobonaga misses with a wild body shot.
McKane fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
McKane misses the shot to the body. #T1#
Nobonaga lands with a kick to the temple. McKane shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?" #CUT#
It looks like Oberion McKane has been cut.
Nobonaga misses with a wild body shot.
Nobonaga tries a head kick but it misses.
McKane misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Nobonaga changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.#CL2#
McKane clinches with his opponent.
Nobonaga trying to land knees to the body.
Nobonaga lands a nice knee to the body.
McKane avoids a wild elbow strike from Nobonaga.
The referee calls for Nobonaga to work.
Nobonaga lands an elbow just above McKane 's eye.
Nobonaga can't find room to land a body shot as McKane controls the action.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
McKane tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Nobonaga's elbow.
Nobonaga lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
A short right from McKane on the inside.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
McKane swings away with an uppercut that misses. #T2#
McKane is trying to break the clinch but Nobonaga is controlling him.
Nobonaga taking a breather.
McKane lands with a short punch from the clinch.
McKane misses with a punch to the body.
A head punch blocked on the inside by McKane.
Nobonaga is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the ropes.
Nobonaga takes a shot to the head.
McKane misses with a hook to the ribs.
McKane has a couple of punches blocked by Nobonaga.
Nobonaga lands a nice knee to the body.
McKane goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
McKane tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Nobonaga's elbow.
McKane struggles to land a body shot inside as Nobonaga controls his hands.
Nobonaga throws a head punch that misses.
Nobonaga lands a right 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 Sagoya Nobonaga will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Oberion McKane's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Nobonaga is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Nobonaga darts in trying to clinch
and Nobonaga takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Nobonaga tries to clinch but McKane is having none of it.
McKane takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Nobonaga takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
McKane tries a head kick but it misses.
Decent striking displayed by Nobonaga there.#CL#
Nobonaga closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the ropes.
Nobonaga creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through McKane's defenses.
Nobonaga misses with a short punch on the inside.
McKane misses with a hook from the clinch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nobonaga landing knees to the body.
McKane lands a body shot in the clinch.
Nobonaga misses with a shot to the kidneys.
McKane makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#T1#
Nobonaga lands a nice knee to the body.
Nobonaga lands a hook that snaps the head of McKane backwards.
Nobonaga throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
McKane tries to throw a body punch but Nobonaga avoids it by throwing McKane back against the ropes.
McKane pushes Nobonaga back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
Nobonaga lands with a short head shot on the inside.
McKane tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
McKane lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Nobonaga backwards.
Nobonaga makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
McKane misses with a hook from the clinch.
McKane cracks Nobonaga with a nice body shot.
Nobonaga lands with a short shot to the head.
Nobonaga scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Sagoya Nobonaga has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Nobonaga blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for McKane.
McKane working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Nobonaga doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A short uppercut from McKane. #T2#
Nobonaga misses with a short punch on the inside.
McKane takes an elbow to the forehead.
McKane presses Nobonaga against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
McKane tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Nobonaga lands an uppercut.
McKane takes an elbow to the temple.
Nobonaga working McKane over with knees to the body.
Nobonaga is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. McKane is defending well for now.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Nobonaga.
Nobonaga takes a shot to the head.
Nobonaga misses with the head strike.
McKane blocks an uppercut.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Nobonaga lands with a short head shot on the inside.
McKane tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Nobonaga's elbow.
Nobonaga is trying to maintain a safe position but McKane gets an underhook and turns Nobonaga into the ropes.
McKane working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
McKane gets through Nobonaga's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sagoya Nobonaga dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Oberion McKane's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R3##CL#
Nobonaga has closed the distance and engaged McKane in a clinch.
McKane looking to stall.
Nobonaga blocks an uppercut.
Nobonaga tries a body shot but McKane blocks it.
McKane misses with a hook from the clinch.
McKane scores with a shot to the side of Nobonaga's head.
Nobonaga lands a knee to the body.
Nobonaga comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Nobonaga tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Nobonaga lands a nice shot to the body.
Still in the clinch, McKane scores with a nice short uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McKane struggles to land a body shot inside as Nobonaga controls his hands.
McKane lands a shot to the body.
McKane lands a right hand.
Nobonaga trying to control the position but instead, McKane has worked for underhooks and has pushed Nobonaga into the ropes.
Nobonaga is trying to maintain a safe position but McKane gets an underhook and turns Nobonaga into the ropes.#T1#
McKane lands a right hand.
Nobonaga prevents a body shot from McKane.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Nobonaga.
A short uppercut from Nobonaga.
McKane tries to stall but Nobonaga uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
McKane struggles to land a body shot inside as Nobonaga controls his hands.
McKane misses with a body punch.
Sagoya Nobonaga is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
McKane tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Nobonaga's elbow.
McKane misses with a hook from the clinch.
McKane goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
McKane lands a right hand that snaps the head of Nobonaga backwards.
McKane swings away with an uppercut that misses. #T2#
Nobonaga landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
McKane is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the ropes.
McKane lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
McKane tries to work over Nobonaga's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
McKane has a couple of punches blocked by Nobonaga.
McKane misses with a body punch.
McKane misses with a punch to the body.
McKane swings wildly with an uppercut but Nobonaga uses good head movement to avoid it.
McKane lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.

And that's the end of the fight!
Oberion McKane comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Nobonaga has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 29:28
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight 29:28
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 29:29

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Sagoya Nobonaga!

Sagoya Nobonaga gave a mention to Sully's Bar & Grill in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).

 

Event: Dynasty 17     
Date:   Oct 21, 2017
#R1#
A good leg kick by McDonnell.
Nobonaga pushes McDonnell away with a front kick.
Nobonaga looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Nobonaga throws a body kick that misses
and McDonnell counters with an outside leg kick.
McDonnell misses with an uppercut.
McDonnell looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks. #CL2#
Nobonaga gets a clinch.
McDonnell managing to block the knees to the body from Nobonaga.
A head punch on the inside from Nobonaga fails to land.
McDonnell takes a knee right on the jaw!
Nobonaga is trying to stall.
McDonnell taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Nobonaga misses with a knee to the head.
Nobonaga stalling the fight.
Nobonaga with a knee to the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nobonaga trying to control the position but instead, McDonnell has worked for underhooks and has pushed Nobonaga into the ropes.
Nobonaga tries to land a knee to the head but McDonnell blocks with his arms.
McDonnell lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Nobonaga backwards. #T1#
Nobonaga pushes McDonnell back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Nobonaga misses with a hook to the ribs.
A right handed body shot lands from Nobonaga.
Nobonaga missing with knees to the body.
Nobonaga trying to land knees to the body.
Nobonaga tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and McDonnell avoids it.
Nobonaga tries to land knees in the clinch but McDonnell avoids the damage to the body.
Nobonaga using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Nobonaga lands a body shot in the clinch.
Nobonaga digs a right hand into McDonnell's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on McDonnell's gas tank.
Nobonaga lands a nice elbow.
McDonnell has a couple of punches blocked by Nobonaga.
Nobonaga is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. McDonnell is defending well for now.
McDonnell lands a left hand.
McDonnell presses Nobonaga against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
McDonnell's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
McDonnell is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Nobonaga content to slow the pace in the clinch. #T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
McDonnell managing to block the knees to the body from Nobonaga.
McDonnell tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Nobonaga's elbow. #BC#
McDonnell breaks the clinch.
Nobonaga wants to clinch up but McDonnell keeps it at a distance.
McDonnell scores with a nice body kick. #CL2#
Nobonaga closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the ropes.
Nobonaga trying to control the position but instead, McDonnell has worked for underhooks and has pushed Nobonaga into the ropes.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for McDonnell.
A right hook to the body lands for McDonnell.
Nobonaga trying to land knees to the body.
Nobonaga is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but McDonnell is keeping busy.
McDonnell goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
McDonnell misses with a short punch on the inside.
A nice right hand lands inside from Nobonaga.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sagoya Nobonaga dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
McDonnell lands with an overhand left.#CL2#
Nobonaga fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with McDonnell, pushing him back against the ropes.
McDonnell tries to break the clinch but Nobonaga is controlling the position.
Nobonaga is trying to maintain a safe position but McDonnell gets an underhook and turns Nobonaga into the ropes.
A nice left hand lands by McDonnell.
Nobonaga is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Nobonaga swings wildly with an uppercut but McDonnell uses good head movement to avoid it.
A short body shot lands from Nobonaga as the two fighters clinch.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from McDonnell.
A head punch on the inside from McDonnell fails to land.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McDonnell scores with a nice hook to the head.
Nobonaga tried to land a shot to the body but connects with McDonnell's elbow.
McDonnell working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Nobonaga misses with the head strike.
A short right from Nobonaga.
McDonnell lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Nobonaga backwards. #T1#
McDonnell is looking to control Nobonaga's arms but Nobonaga gets an underhook and turns him. Now McDonnell has his back to the ropes.
Nobonaga tries to throw a body punch but McDonnell avoids it by throwing Nobonaga back against the ropes.
Nobonaga trying to control the position but instead, McDonnell has worked for underhooks and has pushed Nobonaga into the ropes.
McDonnell is looking to control Nobonaga's arms but Nobonaga gets an underhook and turns him. Now McDonnell has his back to the ropes.
McDonnell misses with a punch to the body.
Nobonaga struggles to land a body shot inside as McDonnell controls his hands.
Nobonaga manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Nobonaga lands with a light punch inside.
Nobonaga tries to stall but McDonnell uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Nobonaga leaning his opponent against the ropes.
McDonnell swings away with an uppercut that misses.
McDonnell avoiding damage as Nobonaga throws knees to the body.
Nobonaga throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but McDonnell blocks it with crossed arms. #T2#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Nobonaga.
Nobonaga displaying some good clinch control by pressing McDonnell up against the ropes.
McDonnell lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Nobonaga or not.
Nobonaga is looking to control McDonnell's arms but McDonnell gets an underhook and turns him. Now Nobonaga has his back to the ropes.
Nobonaga misses with a short punch on the inside.
Nobonaga trying to land knees to the body.
Nice body punch from McDonnell.
McDonnell can't find room to land a body shot as Nobonaga controls the action.
Nobonaga lands a nice knee to the body.
Nobonaga misses with a punch on the inside.
McDonnell throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
McDonnell avoids the elbow strike from Nobonaga, against the ropes.
Nobonaga letting McDonnell take a breather here.
Nobonaga blocks an uppercut.
Nobonaga scores with a hook to the body.
McDonnell blocks a body shot from Nobonaga.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Sagoya Nobonaga will probably get the nod - 10:9.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R3#
McDonnell thuds his right hand into Nobonaga's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
We've been told by McDonnell's head coaches at True North Fight Team that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
McDonnell avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
The fight stays on the outside here - Nobonaga looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
It looked like McDonnell was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Nobonaga.
McDonnell looks for the body kick but Nobonaga saw that one coming.
It seemed like Nobonaga was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
McDonnell is looking to land body kicks.
A looping hook to the body misses from McDonnell. Nobonaga does a little dance to reset his feet.
A big left from Nobonaga misses.
Nobonaga throws a head kick but McDonnell moves out of range. #CL#
McDonnell rushes Nobonaga and pushes him back against the ropes in a clinch.
McDonnell lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
McDonnell is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
A short right hand to the side of the head by McDonnell.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McDonnell lands a nice shot to the body.
Nobonaga is trying to stall.
A battle for position here, against the ropes.
Nice body punch from McDonnell - that landed with a thud.
Cory McDonnell has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T1#
McDonnell works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
McDonnell tries to work over Nobonaga's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
McDonnell takes a shot to the head.
McDonnell tries to work over Nobonaga's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
McDonnell can't find room to land a body shot as Nobonaga controls the action.
Nobonaga is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but McDonnell is keeping busy.
McDonnell swings wildly with an uppercut but Nobonaga uses good head movement to avoid it.
Sagoya Nobonaga is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
McDonnell pushes Nobonaga back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
Still in the clinch, Nobonaga scores with a nice short uppercut.
Nobonaga blocks a punch to the side of the head.
McDonnell tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Nobonaga's elbow.
McDonnell tries to stall but Nobonaga uses the opportunity to gain a better position. #T2#
McDonnell is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Nobonaga is keeping busy.
McDonnell misses with a hook from the clinch.
McDonnell misses with a punch on the inside.
McDonnell working aggressively here.
McDonnell struggles to land a body shot inside as Nobonaga controls his hands.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Nobonaga.
McDonnell lands a hook that snaps the head of Nobonaga backwards.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Nobonaga blocks a body shot from McDonnell.
McDonnell has a couple of punches blocked by Nobonaga.
McDonnell goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
McDonnell lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Nobonaga backwards.

And that's the end of the fight!
Cory McDonnell showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Nobonaga has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 28:29
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 29:29
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Sagoya Nobonaga!

Sagoya Nobonaga really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Sully's Bar & Grill logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.

 

Event: Dynasty Fight Night 10     
Date:   Oct 04, 2017
#R1#
Nobonaga scores with a jab to the body.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Norris Jr.
Norris Jr thows a left - swing and a miss!
As Norris Jr backs off Nobonaga throws a huge counter combo but Norris Jr manages to avoid it all.
Nobonaga looks to land a body kick but Norris Jr moved away.
Norris Jr jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Norris Jr jabs at Nobonaga's body.
Nobonaga avoids the body shot from Norris Jr.
Norris Jr throws a low kick but Nobonaga moves out of range easily. #CL2#
Nobonaga has taken the fight to the clinch. #BC2#
Nobonaga breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Norris Jr tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Nobonaga was well out of range. Poor timing from Norris Jr.
Norris Jr misses with a head kick.
As Norris Jr backs off Nobonaga throws a huge counter combo but Norris Jr manages to avoid it all.
Norris Jr throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Danga de danga de dang - Norris Jr scores with a four punch combination!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Norris Jr ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Nobonaga moves away.
Nobonaga lands with a kick to the temple. Norris Jr shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?" #CUT2#
It looks like Chuck Norris Jr has been cut.
Nobonaga keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #T1#
Norris Jr throws a body shot but no joy.
Nobonaga steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Norris Jr.
A looping hook to the body misses from Norris Jr. Nobonaga does a little dance to reset his feet.#CL2#
Nobonaga closes the distance and pushes Norris Jr back into the ropes.
Norris Jr tries to throw a body punch but Nobonaga avoids it by throwing Norris Jr back against the ropes.
Norris Jr tries to throw a body punch but Nobonaga avoids it by throwing Norris Jr back against the ropes.
Norris Jr avoids a wild elbow strike from Nobonaga.
Norris Jr softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Norris Jr unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Norris Jr digs a right hand into Nobonaga's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Nobonaga's gas tank.
Norris Jr misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Norris Jr taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Nobonaga blocks a body shot from Norris Jr.
Nobonaga blocks a body shot from Norris Jr.
Nobonaga blocks the elbow strike.
Norris Jr tries to work over Nobonaga's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #T2#
Nice elbow from Norris Jr. #CUT#
It looks like Sagoya Nobonaga has been cut.
Nobonaga wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Norris Jr lands an elbow inside that Nobonaga shrugs off.
Nobonaga wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Norris Jr has him pressed against the ropes.
Norris Jr stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Nobonaga is looking to break free of the clinch but Norris Jr has double underhooks. #BC2#
Nobonaga breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Norris Jr dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Nobonaga. That did some damage!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Norris Jr lands with a shot to the body.
Nobonaga checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Norris Jr avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Nobonaga takes one to the side of the head.
Nobonaga takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Norris Jr looks to throw the jab but Nobonaga is out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Chuck Norris Jr dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Nobonaga lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Norris Jr swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Norris Jr misses the shot to the body.
Nobonaga blocks the body kick. #CL2#
Nobonaga has taken the fight to the clinch.
Norris Jr can't find room to land a body shot as Nobonaga controls the action.
Nice elbow from Norris Jr.
Norris Jr lands a body shot.
I was talking to Norris Jr's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
The referee calls for Nobonaga to work.
Norris Jr misses with a body punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Norris Jr keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Nobonaga's efforts to push away.
Norris Jr trying to land knees to the body.
Norris Jr keeps control of Nobonaga as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Both fighters working to control the clinch. #T1#
Nobonaga prevents a body shot from Norris Jr.
Nobonaga is looking to control Norris Jr's arms but Norris Jr gets an underhook and turns him. Now Nobonaga has his back to the ropes.
Chuck Norris Jr has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Norris Jr tries a body shot but Nobonaga blocks it.
Nobonaga wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Norris Jr tries to work over Nobonaga's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Nobonaga tries to break free but Norris Jr pushes him back against the ropes.#BC2#
Nobonaga's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Norris Jr fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Nobonaga looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Nobonaga takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Nobonaga rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Norris Jr moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
A combination from Norris Jr does no damage.
Nobonaga is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Norris Jr is looking to wear down Nobonaga with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Norris Jr swings and misses with a hook to the body. #CL2#
Nobonaga closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the ropes. #T2#
Nobonaga is working Norris Jr over against the ropes.
Norris Jr misses with an elbow strike.
Norris Jr lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Norris Jr scores with a hook to the body.
Norris Jr tries to land knees in the clinch but Nobonaga avoids the damage to the body.
Nobonaga content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Norris Jr lands a nice uppercut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nobonaga being controlled against the ropes.#BC2#
Nobonaga breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Sagoya Nobonaga is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Norris Jr checks a low kick from Nobonaga.
Chuck Norris Jr is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Nobonaga slips a jab and a cross from Norris Jr.
Norris Jr misses the shot to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Chuck Norris Jr dominated that second round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business.
#R3#
Norris Jr just misses with a punch to the body.
Norris Jr tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Nobonaga was well out of range. Poor timing from Norris Jr.
Nobonaga wants to counter the offense by Norris Jr and move into the clinch position.
Chuck Norris Jr is winning the standup battle so far.
Norris Jr looks to land a right hand but Nobonaga moved out of range.#CL2#
Nobonaga moves into the clinch.
Nobonaga blocks an elbow strike.
A nice right hand lands inside from Norris Jr.
Norris Jr misses with a hook to the ribs.
Nobonaga prevents a body shot from Norris Jr.
Norris Jr scores with a hook to the body.
Norris Jr goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nobonaga is trying to break free.
Norris Jr tries to work over Nobonaga's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Norris Jr tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Nobonaga's elbow.
Norris Jr lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Nobonaga throws a punch but it's blocked by Norris Jr.
Norris Jr is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Nobonaga can do to turn this around?#T1#
Norris Jr is struggling to control the position.
Nobonaga working hard to break the clinch.#BC2#
Nobonaga manages to break the clinch.
Norris Jr dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Good leg kick by Norris Jr there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Nobonaga tries to clinch but Norris Jr moves away
and Norris Jr counters with a good low kick that Nobonaga was not able to check.
Norris Jr scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Nobonaga tries to clinch but Norris Jr moves out of range.
Norris Jr throws a low kick but Nobonaga avoids it.
Norris Jr throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Nobonaga appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Norris Jr jabs Nobonaga right on the nose. Nobonaga blinks but takes it well.
Good leg kick by Norris Jr there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Norris Jr thuds a left hand into Nobonaga's body.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Norris Jr checks a leg kick. #T2#
Norris Jr throws a body kick that misses
and Nobonaga counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A solid leg kick lands there for Norris Jr. #CL2#
Nobonaga forces Norris Jr back against the ropes and clinches.
Nobonaga is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the ropes.
Norris Jr tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Nobonaga avoids it.
Nobonaga is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
A frustrated look appears on Nobonaga's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Nobonaga is trying to break the clinch but Norris Jr has him pressed against the ropes.
Norris Jr tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Nobonaga's elbow.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Nobonaga tries to circle away but Norris Jr has him pinned against the ropes.
Nobonaga holding his opponent close, against the ropes.
Norris Jr prevents a body shot from Nobonaga.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Chuck Norris Jr clearly takes that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R4#
Norris Jr misses with a body shot.
Nobonaga checks a leg kick.
Chuck Norris Jr seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nobonaga avoids a kick to the body.
Norris Jr takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Norris Jr just misses with a punch to the body.
Despite the aggression on Nobonaga's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Nobonaga uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Norris Jr.
Norris Jr misses with a body punch
and Nobonaga counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Norris Jr tries to bum rush Nobonaga with a series of wild strikes but Nobonaga uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Nobonaga uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Norris Jr.
Norris Jr lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Norris Jr ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Nobonaga moves away.
Norris Jr sets himself, and Nobonaga steps forward looking for the clinch! Norris Jr avoids it this time.
Nobonaga doesn't manage to clinch there - Norris Jr circles away. #CL2#
Nobonaga has managed to clinch.
Nobonaga can't break the clinch.
Nobonaga prevents a body shot from Norris Jr. #T1#
Norris Jr tries a body shot but Nobonaga blocks it.
Norris Jr keeps control of Nobonaga as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Nobonaga trying to control the position but instead, Norris Jr has worked for underhooks and has pushed Nobonaga into the ropes.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Norris Jr.
Norris Jr misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Nobonaga.
Norris Jr pushes off an throws an elbow but Nobonaga leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the ropes.
Nobonaga trying to control the position but instead, Norris Jr has worked for underhooks and has pushed Nobonaga into the ropes.
Norris Jr struggles to land a body shot inside as Nobonaga controls his hands.
Norris Jr has Nobonaga pressed against the ropes, preventing Nobonaga from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Norris Jr tries to throw a body punch but Nobonaga avoids it by throwing Norris Jr back against the ropes. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Norris Jr doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Nobonaga leaning his opponent against the ropes.
Nobonaga blocks a body shot from Norris Jr.
Nobonaga's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Norris Jr lands a body punch.
Norris Jr misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Norris Jr can't find room to land a body shot as Nobonaga controls the action.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
A battle for position here, against the ropes.
Norris Jr working some nice short punches in the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Chuck Norris Jr had his way with Sagoya Nobonaga in that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's time! Norris Jr's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R5#
Nobonaga shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Norris Jr avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Norris Jr just misses with a punch to the body. #CL2#
Nobonaga darts in and clinches Norris Jr up against the ropes.
Norris Jr goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Nobonaga wants to break the clinch but can't.
Nobonaga tries to circle away but Norris Jr has him pinned against the ropes.
Norris Jr blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Chuck Norris Jr is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Norris Jr lands an elbow inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nobonaga looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Nobonaga stalling the fight.
Both fighters working to control the clinch. #T1#
Norris Jr tries to throw a body punch but Nobonaga avoids it by throwing Norris Jr back against the ropes.
Nobonaga wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Norris Jr has him pressed against the ropes.
Norris Jr can't find room to land a body shot as Nobonaga controls the action.
Nobonaga prevents a body shot from Norris Jr.
Nobonaga stalling in the clinch but Norris Jr improves position.
Sagoya Nobonaga has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Nobonaga trying to control the position but instead, Norris Jr has worked for underhooks and has pushed Nobonaga into the ropes.
Norris Jr lands a damaging elbow.
Nobonaga putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Norris Jr in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.#T2#
A short uppercut from Nobonaga.
Norris Jr lands a shoulder strike.
Nobonaga taking a break, stalling in the clinch. #BC2#
Nobonaga escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Norris Jr keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Nobonaga.
Norris Jr connects with a leg kick. Nobonaga looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Norris Jr connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Nobonaga throws a wild body kick that Norris Jr sees coming a mile off.
Norris Jr with a body punch. A glancing blow.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Nobonaga misses with a head kick.
Norris Jr looks to land a body kick but Nobonaga moved away.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nobonaga misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
A swing and a miss from Nobonaga.
Norris Jr fires out a quick counter leg kick but Nobonaga just manages to avoid 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 Chuck Norris Jr.
Well Norris Jr 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 Shirou Masuda scores the fight 50:45
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 50:45
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 49:46

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Chuck Norris Jr!

A victorious Chuck Norris Jr thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

 

Event: Dynasty Fight Night 7     
Date:   Sep 13, 2017
#R1#
Nobonaga walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
A nice leg kick lands there from Barry.
A solid leg kick lands there for Nobonaga.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Barry.
Nobonaga lands a jab.
Nobonaga keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Barry.
Nobonaga is looking to chop away at Barry's legs. #CL#
Nobonaga has closed the distance and engaged Barry in a clinch.
Nobonaga tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Nobonaga blocks a body shot from Barry.
Barry misses with an elbow over the top.
Barry is trying to break free.
Barry pushes off an throws an elbow but Nobonaga leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the ropes.
Nobonaga misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Barry.
With the fighters up against the ropes, Barry throws an elbow but misses.
Nobonaga blocks a body shot from Barry.
Barry avoiding damage as Nobonaga throws knees to the body.
Nobonaga landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Barry pushes off an throws an elbow but Nobonaga leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the ropes.
Barry pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the ropes.
Nobonaga blocks the elbow strike. #T1#
Nobonaga utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.#BC2#
Barry breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Nobonaga cracks Barry with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the ropes.
A nice leg kick lands there from Nobonaga.
Barry misses with a few strikes there.
Barry tries to land a front kick but Nobonaga steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Barry misses with a right hand
and Nobonaga counters with a low kick, right behind Barry 's knee. #CL#
Nobonaga clinches with his opponent.
Nobonaga blocks the elbow strike.
Barry blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Barry lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Nobonaga dodges an elbow strike from Barry.
Nobonaga misses with an elbow over the top.
Barry blocks an elbow strike.
Nobonaga putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Barry in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nobonaga lands a right hand.
Nobonaga avoids a wild elbow strike from Barry.
The fighters are pressed against the ropes, as the pace of the fight slows. #T2#
Barry throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Barry swings wildly with an uppercut but Nobonaga uses good head movement to avoid it.
Barry with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Barry wants to break free but Nobonaga has control.
Nobonaga throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Nobonaga tries to land knees in the clinch but Barry avoids the damage to the body.
Nobonaga landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Nobonaga crunches a lovely knee into Barry's ribcage.
Barry avoiding damage as Nobonaga throws knees to the body.
Barry lands an elbow inside.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Nobonaga obliges.
Nobonaga blocks an elbow strike from Barry.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A short body shot lands from Nobonaga as the two fighters clinch.
Nobonaga trying to land knees to the body.
Barry lands a right hand that snaps the head of Nobonaga backwards.
Nobonaga misses with an elbow strike.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sagoya Nobonaga dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Nobonaga bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Barry scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Barry thuds a left hand into Nobonaga's body.
An inside leg kick lands from Nobonaga.
Barry has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.
Nobonaga thumps Barry with a low kick.
Jab by Nobonaga.
Pat Barry is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Nobonaga slips a jab from Barry.
Pat Barry seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Barry looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Nobonaga slips a straight right by Barry.
Good leg kick by Nobonaga there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
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!
Barry lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.#CL#
Nobonaga has managed to clinch. #BC2#
Barry escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Sagoya Nobonaga seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nobonaga avoids the head kick by Barry.
Nobonaga dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Barry. That did some damage!
Barry scores with a sloppy right hand. Nobonaga should have avoided that one.
Nobonaga lands a head shot.
Nobonaga lands with a kick to the temple. Barry shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?" #T1#
Barry scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Barry misses with a wild body shot.
Nobonaga scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Barry with a nice cross.
Nice body punch from Barry.
Nobonaga's jab looks to have found its range, popping Barry under the eye.#CL#
Nobonaga fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Barry, pushing him back against the ropes.
Barry looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Barry misses with an elbow strike.
Knees to the body from Nobonaga.
Nobonaga lands an elbow inside.
Nobonaga blocks an uppercut.
Nobonaga's Muay Thai looks sharper than normal. He has obviously been working on it in the gym.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Barry misses with a body punch.
Still in the clinch, Barry scores with a nice short uppercut.
Nobonaga blocks the elbow strike. #BC2#
Barry breaks the clinch.
Barry moves out of range of the body kick.
Barry looks to land a body kick but Nobonaga moved away.#T2#
Barry takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Nobonaga scoring well with a low kick there.
Barry avoids a kick to the body. #CL#
Nobonaga has taken the fight to the clinch.
Nobonaga working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Nice elbow from Barry.
Barry misses with an elbow over the top.
Barry is trying to break the clinch but Nobonaga is controlling him.
Nobonaga dodges an elbow strike from Barry.
With the fighters up against the ropes, Barry throws an elbow but misses.
Nobonaga looks to throw an elbow but misses. #BC2#
Barry escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Nobonaga scores with a push kick.#CL#
Nobonaga has closed the distance and engaged Barry in a clinch.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Nobonaga pushes Barry back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Nobonaga prevents Barry from breaking the clinch.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Barry. #BC2#
Barry breaks the clinch.
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 Sagoya Nobonaga will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Barry throws a series of punches but Nobonaga avoids them all with ease.
Sagoya Nobonaga is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Nobonaga scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Barry wants to slow Nobonaga down by chopping away at his legs.
An inside leg kick from Barry misses.
Barry on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Barry misses with a straight right.
Nobonaga connects with a good right hand that stumbles Barry. Barry circles away out of range and recomposes himself.#CL#
Nobonaga takes the fight into the clinch.
Barry throws an elbow that misses.
Barry pushes off an throws an elbow but Nobonaga leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the ropes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nobonaga digs a right hand into Barry's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Barry's gas tank.
Nobonaga utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Nobonaga lands a shoulder strike.
Nobonaga avoids the elbow strike from Barry, against the ropes. #T1#
Nobonaga stalling.
With the two fighters working up against the ropes, Barry just misses with a elbow thrown towards Nobonaga's brow.
With the two fighters working up against the ropes, Barry just misses with a elbow thrown towards Nobonaga's brow.
Barry scores with a nice hook to the head.
Nobonaga throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Barry's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Nobonaga blocks an elbow strike.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Nobonaga obliges.
Nobonaga swings wildly with an uppercut but Barry uses good head movement to avoid it.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Barry.
Barry tries to throw a body punch but Nobonaga avoids it by throwing Barry back against the ropes.
Barry tries to work over Nobonaga's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Barry avoids a wild elbow strike from Nobonaga.
Barry avoids the elbow strike from Nobonaga, against the ropes. #T2#
Nobonaga blocks an elbow strike from Barry.
Nobonaga blocks an elbow strike from Barry.
Barry creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses. #BC2#
Barry escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Pat Barry has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Nobonaga uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Barry.
Nobonaga fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Barry on the side of the head.
Barry misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Barry misses with a straight left.
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 kick lands to the mid section there for Nobonaga.#CL#
Barry tries to keep at a distance but Nobonaga has taken the fight into the clinch.
Nobonaga can't find room to land a body shot as Barry controls the action.
Nobonaga goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Barry misses with a body punch.
Nobonaga blocks the elbow strike.

And that's the end of the fight!
Sagoya Nobonaga showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Nobonaga 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 Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 30:27
Judge Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 30:27
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sagoya Nobonaga!

A very excited looking Sagoya Nobonaga 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: Dynasty 9     
Date:   Aug 26, 2017
#R1#
Norris Jr is looking to chop away at Nobonaga's legs.
Nobonaga tries to work over Norris Jr's front leg with a kick but Norris Jr checks it.
Nice uppercut lands for Norris Jr. That snapped Nobonaga's head back.
Norris Jr lands with a nice body punch.
A big left from Nobonaga misses.
Nobonaga is pinned up against the ropes taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Nobonaga fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Norris Jr has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Nobonaga moves out of range of the body kick.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Nobonaga connects with a knee to the head.
Norris Jr lands a right hand.
Norris Jr looking to slow down the pace here.
Norris Jr blocks a body shot from Nobonaga.
Norris Jr comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nobonaga lands a right hand.
A knee to the head by Nobonaga. #T1#
Norris Jr lands an uppercut.
Norris Jr swings wildly with an uppercut but Nobonaga uses good head movement to avoid it.
Nobonaga can't find room to land a body shot as Norris Jr controls the action.
Norris Jr is trying to stall.
Norris Jr lands a body punch in the clinch.
Norris Jr scores with a shoulder strike.
Nobonaga throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Norris Jr blocks it with crossed arms.
Norris Jr lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.
A hook to the body from Norris Jr.
We've been informed that Nobonaga has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Nobonaga scores a nice knee to the body.
Nobonaga misses with a hook to the ribs.
Nobonaga taking a breather.
Nobonaga scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Norris Jr lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Nobonaga or not.
Nobonaga is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Norris Jr is defending well for now.
Nobonaga blocks a body shot from Norris Jr. #T2#
Nobonaga tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Norris Jr's elbow.
Norris Jr scores with a shoulder strike.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Nobonaga with an attempt at a knee that misses.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Norris Jr tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Norris Jr blocks an uppercut.
Nobonaga misses with a hook to the ribs.
Nobonaga using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
A left hand lands to the body for Norris Jr.
Norris Jr slows down the pace here.
Norris Jr is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Norris Jr blocks a body shot from Nobonaga.
Nobonaga throws a knee to the head but misses.
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 Chuck Norris Jr 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.
#R2#
Norris Jr throws a leg kick but Nobonaga sees it coming and checks it nicely. #CL2#
Nobonaga clinches with his opponent.
Norris Jr blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Norris Jr lands a nice shot to the body.
Nobonaga throws an elbow but it misses.
Nobonaga dodges an elbow strike from Norris Jr.
Norris Jr pushes off an throws an elbow but Nobonaga leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the ropes.
Nobonaga misses with an elbow strike.
Norris Jr gets through Nobonaga's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Nobonaga lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Nobonaga tries to stall but Norris Jr uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Norris Jr misses with an elbow over the top.
Norris Jr softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Norris Jr lands an elbow that stopped Nobonaga in his tracks for a moment.
Norris Jr blocks a body shot from Nobonaga.
Nobonaga throws a head punch that misses.
A left hand lands to the body for Norris Jr.
Nobonaga throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Nobonaga dodges an elbow strike from Norris Jr. #T1#
Norris Jr comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Nobonaga misses with a punch to the body.
Norris Jr is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the ropes.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Nobonaga.
Nice elbow from Norris Jr.
Norris Jr blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Nobonaga misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Nobonaga blocks an elbow strike from Norris Jr.
Nobonaga putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Norris Jr in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Nobonaga landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Chuck Norris Jr has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Norris Jr is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Nobonaga is keeping busy.
Nobonaga blocks a body shot from Norris Jr.
Nobonaga dodges an elbow strike from Norris Jr.
Norris Jr misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Nobonaga.
Nobonaga lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Norris Jr throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land. #T2#
Nobonaga pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the ropes.
Nobonaga lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Norris Jr gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nobonaga blocks the elbow strike.
Nobonaga can't find room to land a body shot as Norris Jr controls the action.
Norris Jr lands with a right to the head.
Norris Jr swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Norris Jr misses with an elbow over the top.
Norris Jr misses with a punch on the inside.
Nobonaga tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Norris Jr struggles to land a body shot inside as Nobonaga controls his hands.
Norris Jr is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Nobonaga lands with a right to the head.
Norris Jr lands a nice uppercut.
Nobonaga misses with a knee strike.
Norris Jr prevents a body shot from Nobonaga.
Norris Jr comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Chuck Norris Jr dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Norris Jr thumps Nobonaga with a low kick.
Nobonaga feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Norris Jr's calf.
Norris Jr throws a hook but Nobonaga blocks it.
Nobonaga misses with a looping right.
A bone on bone clash there as Nobonaga blocks the leg kick.
Norris Jr lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
A low kick from Norris Jr is predictable there #CL2#
and Nobonaga counters by moving into the clinch.
Norris Jr doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Norris Jr blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Chuck Norris Jr is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Nobonaga taking a breather.
Nobonaga avoids the elbow strike from Norris Jr, against the ropes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nobonaga connects with a nasty looking knee right to Norris Jr's face.
Norris Jr goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Nobonaga misses with a hook to the ribs.
Nobonaga tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Norris Jr managing to block the knees to the body from Nobonaga. #T1#
Nobonaga scores with a shot to the side of Norris Jr's head.
Norris Jr blocks an uppercut.
With the two fighters working up against the ropes, Norris Jr just misses with a elbow thrown towards Nobonaga's brow.
Norris Jr misses with an elbow strike.
Nobonaga throws a punch but it's blocked by Norris Jr.
Nobonaga lands a shoulder strike.
The referee calls for Nobonaga to work.
A short right from Nobonaga.
Nobonaga trying to land knees to the body.
Nobonaga scores with a nice hook to the head.
Nobonaga tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Norris Jr's elbow.
Norris Jr is trying to maintain a safe position but Nobonaga gets an underhook and turns Norris Jr into the ropes.#T2#
Nobonaga doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Norris Jr lands a body shot.
Norris Jr is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the ropes.
Nobonaga missing with knees to the body.
Nobonaga tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Norris Jr avoids it.
Norris Jr lands a hook to the side of the head.
Sagoya Nobonaga has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Norris Jr stalling the fight.
Nobonaga blocks the elbow strike.
Nobonaga is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Norris Jr is defending well for now.
Norris Jr cracks Nobonaga with a nice body shot.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Norris Jr avoids the elbow strike from Nobonaga, against the ropes.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Norris Jr.
Norris Jr misses with a hook from the clinch.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 29:28
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 29:28
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Chuck Norris Jr!

A relieved looking Chuck Norris Jr 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: Dynasty 5     
Date:   Jul 29, 2017
#R1#
Atunes throws a jab when Nobonaga was well out of range.#CL#
Nobonaga closes the distance and clinches.
Atunes misses with a body punch.
Nobonaga lands a knee to the head. #BC2#
Atunes breaks the clinch.
Atunes tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Nobonaga was well out of range. Poor timing from Atunes.
Nobonaga doesn't manage to clinch there - Atunes circles away.
Nobonaga misses with a body punch
and Atunes counters with a one-two to the body.
Nobonaga has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Atunes throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #CL#
Nobonaga pushes Atunes up against the ropes in a clinch.
Atunes tries to stall but Nobonaga uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Atunes.
Nobonaga lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Atunes misses with a short punch on the inside.
Nobonaga misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Atunes.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Still in the clinch, Nobonaga scores with a nice short uppercut.
Nobonaga lands a right hand.
A battle for position here, against the ropes.
Atunes prevents a body shot from Nobonaga. #T1#
Nobonaga connects with a nasty looking knee right to Atunes's face.
Nobonaga lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Atunes or not.
Atunes has a couple of punches blocked by Nobonaga.
Nobonaga tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Atunes's elbow.
Atunes tries a body shot but Nobonaga blocks it.
Nobonaga utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Nobonaga keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Atunes's efforts to push away.
Nobonaga misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Atunes.
Atunes digs a right hand underneath Nobonaga's ribcage. Nobonaga let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Nobonaga lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
A knee to the head by Nobonaga.
Nobonaga tries a body shot but Atunes blocks it.
Atunes tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Nobonaga misses with a hook to the ribs.
Atunes misses with a hook to the ribs.
Atunes prevents a body shot from Nobonaga.
Atunes misses with some punches.
Atunes on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body. #T2#
Atunes throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Nobonaga is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A hook to the body from Nobonaga.
Nobonaga goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Nobonaga blocks a body shot from Atunes.
Nobonaga takes a shot to the head.
Atunes takes a knee right on the jaw!
Atunes misses with a short punch on the inside.
Nobonaga stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Atunes doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Atunes misses with a hook to the ribs.
Nobonaga goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Atunes tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Nobonaga's elbow.
Atunes stalling in the clinch but Nobonaga improves position. #BC2#
Atunes breaks from the clinch.
Atunes tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Nobonaga was well out of range. Poor timing from Atunes.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Atunes working aggressively here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sagoya Nobonaga dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Atunes swings for the body but Nobonaga moves out of range.
Nobonaga takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Nobonaga uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Atunes has time to react.
Atunes has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Nobonaga tries to clinch but Atunes is having none of it.
Nobonaga is looking to clinch but Atunes is avoiding it. #CL#
Nobonaga clinches up against the ropes.
Nobonaga struggles to land a body shot inside as Atunes controls his hands.
A short uppercut from Nobonaga.
Good body shot from Nobonaga.
A short left from Nobonaga.
Nobonaga goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Atunes is trying to push Nobonaga away but Nobonaga has him pressed against the ropes, so he's going nowhere.
Nobonaga lands a body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nobonaga lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Atunes wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Nobonaga has him pressed against the ropes.
Atunes working aggressively here.
Nobonaga lands with a light punch inside.
Nobonaga lands a knee to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A short right hand to the side of the head by Nobonaga.
Nobonaga tries to land knees in the clinch but Atunes avoids the damage to the body. #T1#
Atunes is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Atunes misses with a hook from the clinch.
Atunes looking to stall.
Nobonaga tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Atunes's elbow.
A nice left hand lands by Nobonaga.
A short uppercut from Nobonaga.
Atunes is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Nobonaga tries to throw a body punch but Atunes avoids it by throwing Nobonaga back against the ropes.
Nobonaga scores with a shot to the side of Atunes's head.
Nobonaga lands a right hand that snaps the head of Atunes backwards.
Atunes taking a breather.
Nobonaga prevents a body shot from Atunes.
A right hook to the body lands for Nobonaga.
Nobonaga lands an elbow just above Atunes 's eye.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Good body shot from Atunes. #T2#
Atunes struggles to land a body shot inside as Nobonaga controls his hands.
Nobonaga is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Atunes can do to turn this around?
Atunes goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Nobonaga tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Atunes avoids it.
Atunes throws a punch but it's blocked by Nobonaga.
Nobonaga misses with the head strike.
Nobonaga keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Atunes's efforts to push away.
Nobonaga blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Atunes lands a nice shot to the body.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Atunes.
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!
Knees in the clinch landing for Nobonaga.
Atunes misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Nobonaga blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A right handed body shot lands from Nobonaga.
Atunes is breathing heavily.
Atunes tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Nobonaga blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Nobonaga.
Nobonaga using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Nobonaga is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Atunes is defending well for now.
Nice body punch from Atunes.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sagoya Nobonaga 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#
Atunes throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Nobonaga seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Sagoya Nobonaga is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Nobonaga is looking to clinch but Atunes is avoiding it.
Atunes finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Good shot there by Nobonaga.
A punch combination from Atunes misses.
Nobonaga tries to clinch up.
Atunes swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Atunes is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Nobonaga rather than just go for the knockout.
Nobonaga tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Atunes paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Nobonaga connects with a leg kick. Atunes looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Nobonaga's jab looks to have found its range, popping Atunes under the eye.#CL#
Nobonaga clinches up with Atunes and pushes him back against the ropes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Atunes avoids a wild elbow strike from Nobonaga.
Atunes throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
A hook to the body from Atunes.
Nobonaga is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Atunes is defending well for now.
Nobonaga tries to land knees in the clinch but Atunes avoids the damage to the body. #BC2#
Atunes breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #T1#
Atunes scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Nobonaga doesn't seem bothered though. #CL#
Nobonaga takes the fight into the clinch.
Nobonaga lands a right hand.
Atunes can't break the clinch.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Nobonaga.
Nobonaga stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Atunes lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Nobonaga tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Nobonaga tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Atunes struggles to land a body shot inside as Nobonaga controls his hands.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Nobonaga as Atunes tries to tie him up.
A nice left hand lands by Nobonaga.
Nobonaga tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Atunes's elbow.
Nobonaga lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Knees to the body from Nobonaga. #T2#
A right handed body shot lands from Atunes.
Nobonaga misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Nobonaga misses with a hook to the ribs.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nobonaga lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Atunes backwards.
Nobonaga throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Atuness head.
Nobonaga struggles to land a body shot inside as Atunes controls his hands.
Atunes tries to break free but Nobonaga pushes him back against the ropes.
Nobonaga blocks a body shot from Atunes.
Atunes misses with a short punch on the inside.
Atunes swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Nobonaga.
Nobonaga lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Atunes goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Nobonaga lands a right hand.
Nobonaga lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Sagoya Nobonaga has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Nobonaga tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Atunes's elbow.
Leonardo Atunes has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Nobonaga creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Atunes's defenses. #CUT#
It looks like Leonardo Atunes has been cut.
Nobonaga utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.

And that's the end of the fight!
Sagoya Nobonaga showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Nobonaga, 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 Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 30:27
Judge Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 30:27
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sagoya Nobonaga!

A victorious Sagoya Nobonaga thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

 

Event: FC 155:The Tribute     
Date:   Jul 01, 2017
#R1#
Nobonaga misses with a body kick.
As Nobonaga looks to move away, McGuiness throws a big counter combo but Nobonaga just gets out of the way.
McGuiness has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Gorilla Warfare Academy in the buildup to the fight.
Nobonaga uses good head movement to avoid the hook from McGuiness.#CL2#
Nobonaga closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the ropes.
Nobonaga using the Thai plumb to throw knees but McGuiness has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
McGuiness avoiding damage as Nobonaga throws knees to the body.
Nobonaga is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. McGuiness is defending well for now.
Nobonaga misses with a punch to the body.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Nobonaga.
Nobonaga throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but McGuiness blocks it with crossed arms.
McGuiness stalling.
A head punch on the inside from Nobonaga fails to land.
McGuiness tries to work over Nobonaga's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC#
McGuiness escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Nobonaga tries to clinch but McGuiness is having none of it.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Nobonaga - that will leave a mark!
Nobonaga moves in looking to clinch but McGuiness pushes him off.#T1#
Nobonaga misses with a head kick.
McGuiness swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#CL2#
Nobonaga gets in close and instigates a clinch.
We've been informed that Nobonaga has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Nobonaga lands an elbow inside that McGuiness shrugs off. #CUT2#
It looks like Liam McGuiness has been cut.
Nobonaga comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Nobonaga.
A head punch on the inside from Nobonaga fails to land.
Nobonaga tries to land knees in the clinch but McGuiness avoids the damage to the body.
McGuiness blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
McGuiness prevents a body shot from Nobonaga.
Nobonaga looking to throw knees to the head but McGuiness is blocking nicely. #BC#
McGuiness's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL2#
Nobonaga has taken the fight to the clinch.
Nobonaga lands with a left to the head.
Nobonaga utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.#BC#
McGuiness breaks the clinch. #CL2#
Nobonaga fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with McGuiness, pushing him back against the ropes.#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nobonaga misses with a hook to the ribs.
Nobonaga throws an elbow that misses.
McGuiness tries to work over Nobonaga's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Nobonaga works on McGuiness's body with a couple of short punches.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as McGuiness takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Nobonaga.
McGuiness throws a punch but it's blocked by Nobonaga.
Nobonaga unloads a knee to the mid-section.
McGuiness is breathing heavily.
A short body shot lands from Nobonaga as the two fighters clinch.
Nobonaga crunches a lovely knee into McGuiness's ribcage.
Nobonaga is trying to maintain a safe position but McGuiness gets an underhook and turns Nobonaga into the ropes.
McGuiness swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Nobonaga lands a knee to the body.
Nobonaga using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Nobonaga lands a hook that snaps the head of McGuiness backwards.
Nobonaga lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Nobonaga misses with a body punch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sagoya Nobonaga dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Liam McGuiness's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
A head kick from Nobonaga lands but McGuiness takes it in his stride.
Nobonaga tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Nobonaga uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from McGuiness.
Nobonaga tries to counter by closing the distance.
Nobonaga pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Nobonaga throws a sloppy head kick and McGuiness moves out of range easily. #CL2#
Nobonaga has managed to clinch.
Nobonaga can't find room to land a body shot as McGuiness controls the action.
Nobonaga misses with a knee to the head.
McGuiness is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the ropes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nobonaga is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. McGuiness is defending well for now.
McGuiness tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Nobonaga lands a nice elbow.
McGuiness is trying to stall.
Nobonaga tries to stall but McGuiness uses the opportunity to gain a better position. #T1#
McGuiness misses with a shot to the kidneys.
McGuiness wants to break free but Nobonaga has control. #BC#
McGuiness breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
McGuiness swats away the attempt to clinch by Nobonaga.
McGuiness swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Nobonaga wants to clinch.
Nobonaga tries to clinch up but McGuiness circles away and keeps his distance.
Sagoya Nobonaga seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nobonaga throws a nice inside leg kick.
Left hook, right uppercut from Nobonaga. #CL2#
Nobonaga has closed the distance and engaged McGuiness in a clinch. #T2#
McGuiness managing to block the knees to the body from Nobonaga.
Nobonaga misses with a punch to the body.
McGuiness scores with a shot to the side of Nobonaga's head.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Nobonaga takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
McGuiness on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
McGuiness wants to break free but Nobonaga has control.
Nobonaga has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
McGuiness misses with a hook to the ribs.
Nobonaga is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. McGuiness is defending well for now.#BC#
McGuiness manages to break the clinch.
The step up in weight doesn't seem to be a problem for Nobonaga. He's performing admirably here against the bigger man.#CL2#
Nobonaga drives through and clinches with McGuiness against the ropes.
Nobonaga misses with a short punch on the inside.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A short uppercut from Nobonaga.
Nobonaga misses with the head strike.
Nobonaga pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the ropes.
McGuiness prevents a body shot from Nobonaga. #BC#
McGuiness escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
McGuiness waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Nobonaga.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sagoya Nobonaga showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Liam McGuiness's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R3#
Nobonaga connects with a high kick.
Nobonaga fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Nobonaga tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. McGuiness manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by McGuiness.#CL2#
Nobonaga clinches.
Come on McGuiness - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Nobonaga looking to throw knees to the head but McGuiness is blocking nicely.
McGuiness tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nobonaga misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from McGuiness.
Nobonaga can't find room to land a body shot as McGuiness controls the action.
McGuiness tries to break free but Nobonaga pushes him back against the ropes.#BC#
McGuiness manages to break the clinch.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! McGuiness crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Nobonaga - the referee stops the clock and McGuiness gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Nobonaga. McGuiness manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Nobonaga wants to clinch up but McGuiness keeps it at a distance.
An attempted straight right counter from McGuiness misses the target.#T1##CL2#
Nobonaga closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the ropes. #BC#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
McGuiness breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Nobonaga tries to close the distance and clinch but McGuiness swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
McGuiness throws a hook but Nobonaga avoids it easily.#CL2#
Nobonaga darts in and clinches McGuiness up against the ropes.#BC#
McGuiness's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Nobonaga fails with an attempt to clinch. #CL2#
Nobonaga rushes McGuiness and pushes him back against the ropes in a clinch.
A nice left hand lands by Nobonaga.
Nobonaga lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
McGuiness scores with a hook to the body.
Nobonaga tried to land a shot to the body but connects with McGuiness's elbow.
Nobonaga tries to throw a body punch but McGuiness avoids it by throwing Nobonaga back against the ropes. #T2#
Nobonaga lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
McGuiness tries a body shot but Nobonaga blocks it.
Nobonaga leaning against his opponent.
Nobonaga throws a head punch that misses.
McGuiness misses with a shot to the kidneys.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#BC#
McGuiness's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
McGuiness circles away from the clinch attempt
enabling McGuiness to counter with a crisp jab. #CL2#
McGuiness tries to keep at a distance but Nobonaga has taken the fight into the clinch.
Nobonaga fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Nobonaga.
McGuiness tries to throw a body punch but Nobonaga avoids it by throwing McGuiness back against the ropes.
McGuiness has Nobonaga pressed against the ropes.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sagoya Nobonaga really dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Liam McGuiness's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R4#
Nobonaga smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Nobonaga bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#CL2#
Nobonaga gets in close and instigates a clinch. #BC#
McGuiness breaks the clinch.
McGuiness takes one to the side of the head.
McGuiness pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Nobonaga slips a straight right by McGuiness.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nobonaga tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
McGuiness swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Nobonaga tries to close the distance and clinch but McGuiness swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Nobonaga lands with a thumping leg kick.
Nobonaga tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. McGuiness manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#T1#
Nobonaga fails with an attempt to clinch.
Nobonaga is looking to clinch.
McGuiness swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
McGuiness swats away the attempt to clinch by Nobonaga.
Nobonaga tries to clinch but McGuiness is having none of it.
Nobonaga wants to clinch but McGuiness slips to the side
and McGuiness counters with a straight right hand.#CL2#
Nobonaga clinches.
McGuiness lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Nobonaga doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Nobonaga tries to work over McGuiness's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Nobonaga is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the ropes.
Nobonaga is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but McGuiness is keeping busy.#T2#
A short left from McGuiness.
McGuiness has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
McGuiness is working Nobonaga over against the ropes.#BC#
McGuiness pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Nobonaga wants to clinch up but McGuiness keeps it at a distance.
McGuiness throwing a counter right hand but Nobonaga manages to avoid it.
Nobonaga throws a head kick but McGuiness moves out of range.
Nobonaga tries to close the distance and clinch up but McGuiness swats him away and circles back towards the center.
McGuiness jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Nobonaga moves to clinch but McGuiness breaks away
and McGuiness counters with a stiff right hand.
Nobonaga tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but McGuiness was well out of range. Poor timing from Nobonaga.
Nobonaga moves to clinch but McGuiness breaks away
and McGuiness counters with a lovely straight right hand!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Liam McGuiness had his way with Sagoya Nobonaga in that round.
The cut man is working on Liam McGuiness's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!
#R5#
Nobonaga swings widly with a right hand
and Nobonaga takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Sagoya Nobonaga is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from McGuiness.
A clash of legs there as Nobonaga blocks the low kick.
Liam McGuiness has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Nobonaga wants to clinch up but McGuiness keeps it at a distance.
Nobonaga is looking to clinch.
McGuiness is looking to counter punch.#CL2#
Nobonaga has taken the fight to the clinch.
Nobonaga gets through McGuiness's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Nobonaga letting McGuiness take a breather here.
McGuiness lands a body punch in the clinch. #T1#
McGuiness doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
McGuiness throws a head punch that misses.
Nobonaga keeps the fight in the clinch, despite McGuiness's efforts to push away.
McGuiness takes a knee right on the jaw!
McGuiness misses with a punch on the inside.
McGuiness is trying to break free.
A nice left hand lands by McGuiness.
McGuiness lands a left hand that snaps the head of Nobonaga backwards.
McGuiness wants to stall.
McGuiness tries to work over Nobonaga's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #T2#
McGuiness trying to stall but Nobonaga improves his position.
Nobonaga misses with a short punch on the inside.
McGuiness swings away with an uppercut that misses. #BC#
McGuiness escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Nobonaga tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but McGuiness paws at him with a jab and circles away.#CL2#
Nobonaga rushes McGuiness and pushes him back against the ropes in a clinch.
Nobonaga tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and McGuiness avoids it.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
McGuiness looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
McGuiness lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.
McGuiness stalling in the clinch.
McGuiness digs a right hand into Nobonaga's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Nobonaga's gas tank.

And that's the end of the fight!
Liam McGuiness showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Nobonaga 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 Roger Salmon scores the fight 47:48
Judge Ryoma Takatsuka scores the fight 47:48
Judge Chris Saunders scores the fight 47:48

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sagoya Nobonaga!

After winning the bout, Sagoya Nobonaga thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

 

Event: FC: Fight Night 2     
Date:   Jun 14, 2017
#R1#
Buddington misses with a straight right.
Buddington has been working on his boxing with his coaches at *****POLAR***** in the buildup to the fight.
Johnny Danielson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Danielson feints and then cracks Buddington's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Buddington down.
Danielson lands with a good body shot.
A good leg kick by Danielson .
Buddington takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.#CL2#
Danielson gets a clinch.
Danielson is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Buddington is defending well for now.
Danielson lands an uppercut.
Danielson is leaning against Buddington and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Buddington pushes Danielson back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.#BC2#
Danielson pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Some wild striking there from Danielson .
Danielson thows a left - swing and a miss!
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!
Buddington throws a solid leg kick but Danielson takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Buddington.
Buddington swinging wildly here. #CL2#
Danielson pushes Buddington up against the ropes in a clinch.
Danielson prevents a body shot from Buddington. #T1#
Danielson lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Buddington lands an elbow inside.
Buddington keeps control of Danielson as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Buddington using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Danielson has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Danielson on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Buddington misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Danielson .
Danielson throws a punch but it's blocked by Buddington.
Danielson lands with a left to the head.
Danielson working hard to break the clinch.
Danielson has a couple of punches blocked by Buddington.
Buddington is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Danielson is defending well for now.
Danielson lands a body punch in the clinch.
Danielson has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Buddington seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Danielson can turn it around.
Danielson is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Buddington is defending well for now.
Danielson tries a body shot but Buddington blocks it.
Buddington tries to land knees in the clinch but Danielson avoids the damage to the body.
Danielson lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Buddington throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Danielson s head.
Danielson tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A head punch on the inside from Buddington fails to land.
Danielson misses with a short punch on the inside. #T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Buddington misses with a hook to the ribs.
Danielson misses with a hook from the clinch.
Buddington misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Danielson misses with the head strike.
Danielson lands with a right to the head.
Danielson makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Danielson blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Buddington trying to land knees to the body. #BC2#
Danielson pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL2#
Danielson darts in and clinches Buddington up against the ropes.
Danielson can't find room to land a body shot as Buddington controls the action.
Danielson lands with a left to the head.
Buddington tries to work over Danielson 's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Danielson tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Buddington avoids it.
Good body shot from Buddington.
A head punch on the inside from Danielson fails to land.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Buddington missing with knees to the body.
Buddington blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Buddington doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A short uppercut from Buddington.
Danielson is trying to break the clinch but Buddington is controlling him.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Johnny Danielson 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#
Buddington misses with an uppercut. Danielson saw that one coming.
A leg kick checked by Buddington.
Buddington throws a sloppy head kick and Danielson moves out of range easily. #CL2#
Danielson closes the distance and clinches.
Johnny Danielson seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Buddington is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Danielson is defending well for now.
Buddington lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Danielson or not.
Buddington blocks an uppercut.
Buddington blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A short right from Danielson .
Buddington lands a nice uppercut.#BC2#
Danielson 's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Nice jab there from Danielson . #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Danielson fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Danielson lands a hook that snaps the head of Buddington backwards.
A nice right hand lands inside from Danielson .
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Buddington creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Danielson 's defenses.
Buddington keeps control of Danielson as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Danielson has a couple of punches blocked by Buddington. #T1#
Danielson blocks a body shot from Buddington.
Buddington managing to block the knees to the body from Danielson .
Buddington struggles to land a body shot inside as Danielson controls his hands.
Buddington working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Buddington blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Buddington throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Danielson struggles to land a body shot inside as Buddington controls his hands.
A short left from Buddington.
Buddington misses with a knee to the head.
Danielson has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Danielson throws a head punch that misses.
Buddington tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Buddington doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Buddington lands with a left to the head.
Good body shot from Buddington.
Danielson misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Buddington working Danielson over with knees to the body.
Buddington lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Danielson backwards.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Buddington.
Buddington tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Buddington scores with a shoulder strike. #T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Buddington lands an elbow inside that Danielson shrugs off. #BC2#
Danielson manages to break the clinch.
Danielson tries to land a leg kick but Buddington saw it coming and moves away. #CL2#
Danielson rushes Buddington and presses him up against the ropes.
Buddington digs a right hand underneath Danielson 's ribcage. Danielson let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Buddington lands a left hand that snaps the head of Danielson backwards.
Buddington lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Buddington misses with a body punch.
Danielson misses with a body punch.
Danielson has a couple of punches blocked by Buddington.
Buddington lands a left hand that snaps the head of Danielson backwards.
Buddington scores with a nice hook to the head.
Buddington landing knees to the body.
Danielson is breathing heavily.
Buddington blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Buddington slows down the pace here.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A short right from Danielson .
Buddington misses with a punch to the body.
Danielson swings away with an uppercut that misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Oliver Buddington dominated that second round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Danielson misses with a leg kick
and Buddington counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Danielson takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.#CL2#
Danielson clinches up with Buddington and pushes him back against the ropes.
Knees in the clinch landing for Buddington.
Buddington lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Buddington missing with knees to the body.
Danielson prevents a body shot from Buddington.
Buddington blocking some punches.
Buddington blocks an uppercut.
Buddington avoiding damage.
Danielson misses with the head strike.
Buddington lands a hook that snaps the head of Danielson backwards.
Danielson misses with a short punch on the inside.
Buddington scores with a knee to the head. #ROC#
Danielson is rocked!#CUT#
It looks like Johnny Danielson has been cut.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Buddington.
Danielson is still on wobbly legs! Can Buddington finish him?
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Buddington scores with a nice hook to the head.
Buddington creates a bit of space and fires a knee right up the middle, almost lifting Danielson off his feet and sending him crashing to the canvas! Danielson is trying to get back to his feet but his equilibrium is completely gone! The referee has called it off! This fight is over! Buddington is jumping up and down like a mad man, celebrating with his cornermen.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:59 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Knee). Oliver Buddington!
During a confident post fight interview, Oliver Buddington thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

 

Event: FC 150:New Breed     
Date:   May 27, 2017
#R1#
Mayweather throws a hook to the side of Buddington's head but Buddington sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A swing and a miss from Buddington.
Mayweather throws a lazy body kick
and Buddington counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Mayweather misses with a body kick.
Buddington takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Buddington on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Buddington throws a right and a left that Mayweather avoids nicely.
Buddington wants to land a leg kick but Mayweather is out of range.
Mayweather moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Buddington takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Mayweather.
Mayweather takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
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!
Buddington throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Mayweather works the jab nicely.
Mayweather misses with a right hand #CL2#
and Buddington counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Buddington.
A short right from Mayweather.
We've been informed that Buddington has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.#T1##BC#
Mayweather pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Mayweather throws an off balance right hand
and Buddington cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Mayweather throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Buddington counters with a good low kick that Mayweather was not able to check.
Mayweather throws the kick towards the body but Buddington avoids it.
Buddington steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Mayweather.
Mayweather finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Buddington steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Mayweather connects with the punch.
Mayweather misses with a wild body shot. #CL2#
Buddington clinches up against the ropes.
Buddington tries to land a knee to the head but Mayweather blocks with his arms.
Mayweather is trying to push Buddington away but Buddington has him pressed against the ropes, so he's going nowhere.#BC#
Mayweather manages to break the clinch.
Mayweather keeps Buddington at a distance using the push kick.
Danga de danga de dang - Mayweather scores with a four punch combination!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Mayweather lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Mayweather avoids the head kick by Buddington. #T2#
Mayweather throws an overhand right that lands on Buddington's shoulder, as Buddington tries to avoid the shot.
Mayweather keeps Buddington at a distance using the push kick.
Mayweather throws an off balance right hand
and Buddington counters with a leg kick.
Mayweather throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Buddington swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Buddington moves out of range of the body kick.
Mayweather rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Buddington counters with a slapping leg kick.
Buddington wants to clinch up but Mayweather keeps it at a distance.
Mayweather lands a nice leg kick that just misses Buddington's sensitive parts.
Buddington misses with an attempted mid kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Buddington looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Mayweather fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Buddington manages to avoid it.
Buddington keeps Mayweather at a distance using the push kick.
Buddington walks into a jab.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Kevin Mayweather dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Buddington thows a left - swing and a miss!
Mayweather throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Mayweather throws a low kick, looking for Buddington's leg but Buddington calmly moves out of range.
A nice side step and Buddington releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Mayweather throws a leg kick that is checked#CL2#
and Buddington counters by clinching up.
Mayweather doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Mayweather is trying to force a seperation but Buddington has the dominant position.
Buddington lands an uppercut.
Mayweather swings wildly with an uppercut but Buddington uses good head movement to avoid it.
Buddington gets through Mayweather's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Mayweather is looking to break free of the clinch but Buddington has double underhooks.
A short left from Buddington.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mayweather misses with a short punch on the inside.
Buddington fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Buddington tries to throw a body punch but Mayweather avoids it by throwing Buddington back against the ropes.
Buddington looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Mayweather misses with the head strike.
Mayweather wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Buddington doesn't land with the attempted body shot. #T1#
Buddington blocks an uppercut.
Buddington is trying to stall.
A nice right hand lands inside from Mayweather.
Buddington lands with a left to the head.
Mayweather taking a breather.
Mayweather tries a body shot but Buddington blocks it.
Buddington tries to land a knee to the head but Mayweather blocks with his arms.
Mayweather on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Buddington blocks the elbow strike.
Mayweather throws a punch but it's blocked by Buddington.
Mayweather goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Mayweather is leaning against Buddington and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Buddington throws a knee to the head but misses.
Buddington tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Buddington misses with the head strike.
Mayweather working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Buddington lands a right hand.
Mayweather misses with a short punch on the inside. #T2#
Mayweather tries to work over Buddington's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Buddington misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Buddington with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Buddington missing with knees to the body.
Buddington with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Mayweather scores with a nice hook to the head.
Mayweather can't break the clinch. #BC#
Mayweather escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Buddington takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Buddington blocks a jab.
Mayweather throws a hook but Buddington blocks it.
Buddington lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Mayweather lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Buddington is breathing heavily.
Mayweather throws out a loose jab but Buddington uses good head movement to avoid it. #KD#
Mayweather throws out a head kick that Buddington doesn't see coming - it connects and sends Buddington crashing to the mat face first! He's bounced up to his knees and is scrambling to get back to his feet and beat the count. He's up on 5 but still looks a bit groggy; will the referee allow it to continue??? He's taking a good look into Buddington's eyes and has decided to let it go on!#CUT#
It looks like Oliver Buddington has been cut.
Mayweather pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Kevin Mayweather seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Mayweather tests Buddington's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Buddington has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Mayweather.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Mayweather throws a left and a right that both miss
and Buddington counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Kevin Mayweather will take that round after scoring the only knockdown of the round.
The cut man is working on Oliver Buddington's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R3#
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Mayweather checks a leg kick.
A chopping leg kick lands by Mayweather.
Mayweather throws an ugly left hook that misses #CL2#
and Buddington counters by clinching up.
Mayweather throws a head punch that misses.
Buddington presses Mayweather against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Buddington misses with a short punch on the inside.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Mayweather creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Mayweather is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Buddington can do to turn this around?
Buddington trying to land knees to the body.
Buddington blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Mayweather lands with a light punch inside. #BC#
Mayweather breaks from the clinch.
Buddington scores with a head kick.
Mayweather throws a half hearted mid kick.
Mayweather throws a body shot but no joy.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Mayweather pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Buddington wants to counter the offense by Mayweather and move into the clinch position.
Mayweather misses with an uppercut. Buddington saw that one coming.#T1#
Mayweather scores with a nice strike.
Buddington defending well as Mayweather loads up on a big left hand.
Mayweather moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Mayweather throws a lazy right hand but Buddington sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Mayweather 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.
Buddington lands a jab-cross combination.
Buddington paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Mayweather tries to work over Buddington's front leg with a kick but Buddington checks it.
A swing and a miss from Mayweather.
Mayweather misses the jab.
Mayweather misses with a body kick.
Mayweather scores with a push kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Buddington takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Buddington throws a wild body kick that Mayweather sees coming a mile off.#T2#
A jab from Mayweather misses.
Buddington looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Mayweather throws a body kick despite being completely out of range#CL2#
and Buddington holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Buddington tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Mayweather avoids it.
Mayweather struggles to land a body shot inside as Buddington controls his hands.
Buddington putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Mayweather in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Mayweather blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Mayweather makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Nice body punch from Buddington - that landed with a thud.
Buddington is leaning against Mayweather and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Mayweather misses with a short punch on the inside.
Buddington misses with the head strike.
Buddington creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Mayweather's defenses.
A short uppercut from Mayweather.
A right hook to the body lands for Mayweather.
Mayweather wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Buddington has him pressed against the ropes.
Mayweather working hard to break the clinch.
Nice body punch from Buddington - that landed with a thud.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but Kevin Mayweather did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
The cut man is working on Oliver Buddington's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business.
#R4#
Mayweather bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Mayweather. Buddington does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kevin Mayweather is winning the standup battle so far.
Buddington moves out of range as Mayweather throws a body kick.
A head kick by Mayweather misses
and Buddington counters with a left to the body.
Mayweather tries to land a front kick but Buddington steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
A little jabbing left from Buddington on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
A punch combination from Mayweather misses.
Mayweather is looking to chop away at Buddington's legs.
Mayweather misses with a lunging right hand
and Buddington counters with a body kick that stops Mayweather in his tracks momentarily.
Mayweather looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mayweather is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Buddington.
Buddington misses with a wild combination.
Mayweather is looking to counter punch.
Mayweather tries a head kick but it misses.
Buddington is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Buddington misses with an uppercut. #T1#
Mayweather misses with an uppercut.
Mayweather throws a leg kick that is checked
letting Buddington counter with a right hand.
Buddington connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Mayweather misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Buddington uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Mayweather.
Buddington throws a body shot but no joy.
Mayweather misses with an uppercut. Buddington saw that one coming.
Buddington feints a counter leg kick.
Mayweather throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Buddington now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Buddington fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Mayweather on the side of the head.
Buddington throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Mayweather swings widly with a right hand
and Buddington counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Mayweather lands a nice looking kick to the body. Buddington takes a step back to recover. #T2#
Buddington throws a body shot but no joy.
Buddington lands with an overhand left.
Mayweather misses the jab.
Buddington jabbing away but nothing is landing.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Mayweather misses with a straight left.
Mayweather throws a lazy body kick
and Buddington counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Mayweather looks to land a body kick but Buddington moved away.
Buddington wants to counter with a clinch but Mayweather pushes him away.
Mayweather throws a half hearted mid kick.
Mayweather attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
A leg kick checked by Mayweather.
Mayweather swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Buddington moves out of range of the strikes.
A head kick by Mayweather misses #CL2#
and Buddington holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Buddington comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Oliver Buddington dominated that fourth round.
The cut man is working on Oliver Buddington's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R5#
Nice body kick from Buddington.
Mayweather looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Mayweather misses with a leg kick #CL2#
and Buddington counters by moving into the clinch.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Buddington.
Mayweather misses with a knee strike.
Mayweather scores with an uppercut up the middle.#BC2#
Buddington breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Buddington lands a nice shot that snaps Mayweather's head back.
Mayweather throws a leg kick but Buddington sees it coming and moves out of range.
Mayweather misses with a left hand
and Buddington counters with a nice body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mayweather connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Buddington momentarily.
Mayweather swats away the attempt to clinch by Buddington.
Buddington is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Mayweather.#T1#
Mayweather motions for Buddington to come forward. Mayweather throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Buddington, as that shot connected.
Mayweather fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Buddington.#CL2#
Buddington has Mayweather up against the ropes in a clinch.
Mayweather scores with a nice hook to the head.
Mayweather is trying to maintain a safe position but Buddington gets an underhook and turns Mayweather into the ropes.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Mayweather. #BC#
Mayweather pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
A good leg kick by Mayweather.
Buddington scores with a leg kick.
Mayweather attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Buddington misses with a kick to the body.
Mayweather takes a shot right to the bread basket.#T2#
Mayweather tries to land a front kick but Buddington steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Buddington is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Buddington staying out of range there.
Buddington appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Mayweather on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Buddington will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Mayweather lands a nice shot to the body.
Oliver Buddington has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Mayweather misses with a head kick.
Mayweather pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Buddington let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Buddington throws a sloppy head kick and Mayweather moves out of range easily.
Buddington lands with a shot to the body.
Both fighters circling a little - Mayweather finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.

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 Kevin Mayweather.
I think Mayweather 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 Chris Saunders scores the fight 49:45
Judge Josh West scores the fight 49:46
Judge Colin Fray scores the fight 49:45

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kevin Mayweather!

Kevin Mayweather thanked the fans post fight for their support.

 

Event: FC 147:     
Date:   May 06, 2017
#R1#
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Hastings.
Buddington throws out a loose jab but Hastings uses good head movement to avoid it.
Hastings throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Buddington's head.
Buddington tries to clinch but Hastings is having none of it.
Hastings has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Buddington fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Hastings is out of range.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Hastings.
A head kick misses from Hastings.
Buddington has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Nice body kick there by Hastings.
Hastings bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Buddington misses with a straight right.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Buddington looks to throw the jab but Hastings is out of range.
Buddington lands a nice leg kick that just misses Hastings's sensitive parts.
Hastings misses with a leg kick.
Hastings pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Hastings throws a hook to the side of Buddington's head but Buddington sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Buddington wants to counter with a clinch but Hastings pushes him away.#T1#
Buddington tries to clinch there but Hastings circles away.
Hastings throws a wild body kick that Buddington sees coming a mile off.
Hastings displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Buddington throws out the jab.
Buddington doesn't manage to clinch there - Hastings circles away.
Hastings misses with a wild body shot.
Buddington misses with a head kick.
Buddington looks to score with a jab to the body but Hastings is just out of range.
Hastings is looking to counter punch.
Hastings misses with a body kick.
Buddington bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Hastings misses with an uppercut.
Buddington is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Buddington takes a swing at Hastings's ribcage but misses.
A slow jab from Hastings misses its intended target.
As Hastings backs off Buddington throws a huge counter combo but Hastings manages to avoid it all.
Buddington misses with a combination
and Hastings counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T2#
Hastings tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Buddington was well out of range. Poor timing from Hastings.
Buddington closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Hastings lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Buddington ducks under a wild hook from Hastings.
Hastings backing away here, and Buddington unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Hastings is looking to score with low kicks.
Buddington takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Buddington throws a hook but Hastings avoids it easily.
Buddington throws a sloppy head kick and Hastings moves out of range easily.
Hastings throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Hastings throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Buddington wants to counter the offense by Hastings and move into the clinch position.
Hastings looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Buddington swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Hastings half committed to a counter leg kick.
Buddington takes a swing at Hastings's ribcage but misses.
Hastings throws the left hand but Buddington avoids the punch easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Basil Hastings 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#
Hastings moves out of range of the body kick from Buddington.
Basil Hastings is winning the standup battle so far.
Hastings misses with a kick to the body.
Hastings tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Hastings bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Buddington throws a shot from downtown. Hastings moves away and avoids it.
Buddington ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Hastings tries a head kick but it misses.
Hastings looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Hastings is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Buddington can do to turn this around?
Buddington blocks a head kick by Hastings.
Buddington throws a nice looking combination but Hastings bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
It appears Hastings was looking to counter with a kick there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hastings throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Buddington cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Buddington throws a sloppy head kick
and Hastings finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Buddington tries to clinch up.
Buddington lands with a kick to the temple. Hastings shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Basil Hastings seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
Hastings looks to land a right hand but Buddington moved out of range.
Buddington looks to score with a jab to the body but Hastings is just out of range.
Buddington catches Hastings with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Hastings thumps Buddington with a low kick.
Nice defenses there by Hastings.
Buddington misses with a looping right.
Hastings is really struggling to find his range with his punches. Buddington's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.
Buddington lands a nice looking body shot. #CL2#
Buddington gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Buddington doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Buddington goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Buddington doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Hastings swings wildly with an uppercut but Buddington uses good head movement to avoid it.
Buddington creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Hastings's defenses.
Buddington stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Buddington makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Buddington lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Hastings backwards. #T2#
Hastings lands a damaging elbow.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hastings goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Hastings struggles to land a body shot inside as Buddington controls his hands.
Hastings misses with a short punch on the inside.
Buddington blocks the elbow strike.
A shot in the inside from Buddington.
Buddington lands a left hand.
Buddington creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Buddington lands an elbow just above Hastings 's eye.
Buddington throws a knee to the head but misses.
Buddington works on Hastings's body with a couple of short punches.
Hastings lands with a right to the head.
Buddington controlling the action here for a moment.
Buddington misses with a short punch on the inside.
Buddington tries to land knees in the clinch but Hastings avoids the damage to the body.
Hastings tries to throw a body punch but Buddington avoids it by throwing Hastings back against the ropes.
Hastings lands an uppercut.
Hastings can't find room to land a body shot as Buddington controls the action.
Hastings lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Oliver Buddington showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Buddington jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Hastings throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Hastings misses with a kick to the body.
Buddington scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Buddington tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Buddington avoids a kick to the body.
Buddington throws out a counter right but Hastings avoids it with no problem.
Hastings misses with an attempted mid kick.
Hastings is pinned up against the ropes taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Hastings throws a half hearted mid kick.
Buddington wants to counter the offense by Hastings and move into the clinch position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hastings misses with a kick to the body.
Buddington is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Buddington tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Hastings connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Hastings throws a lazy right hand but Buddington sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#T1#
Buddington dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Hastings thows a body kick. Buddington tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Buddington misses the shot to the body.
Hastings avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Hastings scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Nice body kick from Hastings.
The fighters circling - Hastings throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Hastings works the jab nicely.
Buddington takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Buddington has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Hastings.
Buddington connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Hastings misses with a hook. Buddington ducked under it nicely.
Buddington connects with a body shot.
Some wild striking there from Hastings. #T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Hastings throws a solid leg kick but Buddington takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Hastings.
Buddington tries to counter with a clinch but Hastings shakes him off and moves away.
Buddington has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Hastings.
Buddington fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Hastings looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Buddington misses with a wild body shot.
Hastings misses with a looping left.
Buddington dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Buddington avoids the body shot from Hastings.
Buddington tries to counter with a clinch but Hastings shakes him off and moves away.
Buddington's jab looks to have found its range, popping Hastings under the eye.
Hastings throws a body kick that misses.
Buddington takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Buddington avoids a kick to the body.
A left and a right from Buddington both land. Nice combination.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Ryoma Takatsuka scores the fight 29:28
Judge Chris Saunders scores the fight 28:29
Judge Micheangelo Fripello scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Oliver Buddington!

During a confident post fight interview, Oliver Buddington thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

 

Event: FC 145:Revenge!     
Date:   Apr 15, 2017
#R1#
A big right from Danielson misses.
Danielson fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Buddington is out of range.
Buddington wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Danielson throws a jab when Buddington was well out of range.
Buddington displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Danielson throws out the jab.
Buddington tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Danielson manages to circle out of the way.#CL#
Buddington moves into range and clinches up with Danielson .#BC2#
Danielson breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Buddington scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.#CL2#
Danielson forces Buddington back against the ropes and clinches.
Buddington wants to stall.
Buddington working aggressively here.
Buddington misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Buddington prevents a body shot from Danielson .
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Buddington scores with a knee to the head.
Buddington wants to stall.
Danielson throws a punch but it's blocked by Buddington.
Danielson has had enough of the clinch but Buddington keeps him there for the moment.
Knees to the body from Buddington.
Buddington tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Danielson avoids it.#T1#
Danielson swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Danielson misses with a hook to the ribs.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Buddington.
Buddington landing knees to the head.
Buddington lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Buddington works on Danielson 's body with a couple of short punches.
Buddington scores a nice knee to the body.
Buddington using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Danielson has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Buddington looking to stall.
Buddington tries a body shot but Danielson blocks it.
Danielson misses with a hook to the ribs.
A head punch on the inside from Danielson fails to land. #BC2#
Danielson breaks from the clinch. #CL2#
Danielson moves into the clinch successfully.
Buddington lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Danielson .
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Buddington crunches a lovely knee into Danielson 's ribcage.
Buddington blocks an uppercut.
Danielson lands a nice shot to the body. #T2#
Buddington blocks an uppercut.
Danielson misses with a short punch on the inside.
Danielson blocks a body shot from Buddington.
Danielson misses with a short punch on the inside.
Buddington lands a hook to the side of the head.
Buddington misses with a punch to the body.
Buddington works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Danielson wants to break the clinch but can't.
Danielson lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Buddington throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Danielson blocks it with crossed arms.
A head punch on the inside from Danielson fails to land.
Buddington is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.#BC2#
Danielson 's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Buddington looks to throw a body kick
and Danielson counters with a straight right hand.
Danielson will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Danielson throws a head kick that half lands.
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 Oliver Buddington 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#
Danielson misses with a low kick as Buddington jumps back.
Buddington is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Danielson .
Johnny Danielson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Danielson has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Buddington finds it's way round the side to connect with Danielson 's head.
Danielson is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Buddington.
Buddington is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Danielson .
Danielson misses with an uppercut. #CL2#
Danielson rushes Buddington and presses him up against the ropes.#BC2#
Danielson manages to break the clinch. #CL2#
Danielson moves into the clinch.
Buddington cracks Danielson with a nice body shot.
Buddington lands a knee to the body.
Buddington trying to land knees to the body.
Oliver Buddington has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Danielson on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
A nice right hand lands inside from Buddington.
Danielson lands a hook that snaps the head of Buddington backwards.
Buddington lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Danielson has a couple of punches blocked by Buddington.
Danielson misses with a hook to the ribs.
Danielson misses with a hook from the clinch.
Danielson scores with a hook to the body.
A short right from Buddington. #T1#
Danielson makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Buddington lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Danielson backwards.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Danielson blocks a body shot from Buddington.
Danielson tries to work over Buddington's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Buddington lands with a left to the head.
Buddington lands with a left to the head.
Danielson takes an elbow to the temple.
Danielson avoiding damage as Buddington throws knees to the body.
Buddington misses with some punches.
Buddington tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Danielson blocks the elbow strike.
Danielson misses with a punch on the inside.
Buddington lands with a short shot to the head.
Danielson is trying to break the clinch but Buddington is controlling him.
Danielson lands an uppercut.
Danielson blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Danielson tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Danielson gets through Buddington's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Buddington blocks an uppercut. #T2##BC2#
Danielson breaks the clinch.
Danielson looks for the body kick but Buddington saw that one coming. #CL#
Buddington closes the distance and pushes Danielson back into the ropes.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Buddington.
Danielson throws a head punch that misses.
Buddington throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Danielson s head.
Buddington blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Buddington blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Buddington tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Buddington controlling the action here for a moment. #BC2#
Danielson breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL2#
Danielson moves into the clinch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A short right from Buddington on the inside.
Danielson misses with the head strike.
Buddington softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Buddington utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Danielson is breathing heavily.
Buddington lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Oliver Buddington dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Buddington throws a nice head kick!
Johnny Danielson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#CL2#
Danielson takes the fight into the clinch.
Buddington is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Danielson is keeping busy.
Danielson swings wildly with an uppercut but Buddington uses good head movement to avoid it.
Buddington trying to control the position but instead, Danielson has worked for underhooks and has pushed Buddington into the ropes.
Danielson tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Danielson is trying to break the clinch but Buddington has him pressed against the ropes.
Danielson misses with a punch to the body.
Danielson throws a punch but it's blocked by Buddington.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A short left from Danielson .
Danielson is trying to break the clinch but Buddington is controlling him.
Buddington misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Danielson .
Buddington blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Buddington working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
A left hand lands to the body for Danielson .
Oliver Buddington is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T1#
Danielson lands with a short shot to the head.
Buddington manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Buddington misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Danielson .
Danielson misses with some punches.
Danielson wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Danielson misses with some punches.
Buddington avoiding damage as Danielson throws knees to the body.
Buddington blocks an uppercut.
Danielson is trying to break the clinch but Buddington has him pressed against the ropes.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Buddington.
Danielson misses with a hook from the clinch.
Danielson tries a body shot but Buddington blocks it. #T2#
Buddington lands with a left to the head.
Buddington working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Danielson lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Buddington backwards.
Buddington lands a right hand that snaps the head of Danielson backwards.
Buddington on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Danielson lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Buddington managing to block the knees to the body from Danielson .
This has been an exciting period of action!
Buddington lands with a right to the head.
Buddington blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A short left from Danielson .
Knees in the clinch landing for Danielson .
Buddington lands a body shot in the clinch.
Danielson misses with a punch on the inside.
Buddington trying to land knees to the body.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Ryoma Takatsuka scores the fight 29:28
Judge Jeff Smith scores the fight 29:28
Judge Paul Gruel scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Oliver Buddington!

Oliver Buddington thanked the fans post fight for their support.

 

Event: FC Wednesday Night Fights 5     
Date:   Mar 22, 2017
#R1#
Diego jabs Buddington to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Diego misses with a hook. Buddington ducked under it nicely.
Buddington throws a sloppy head kick and Diego moves out of range easily.
Diego is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Buddington.
Diego misses the shot to the body.
Diego sets himself, and Buddington steps forward looking for the clinch! Diego avoids it this time.
Dwan Diego seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Buddington with a jab.
Diego lands a head shot.
A solid body kick from Diego.
A swing and a miss from Buddington.
Diego's corner calls for a 1-2. Diego obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Buddington keeps the fight on the outside.
Buddington feints and then cracks Diego's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Diego down.
A slow jab from Diego misses its intended target.
Diego tries a head kick but it misses.
Buddington jabs Diego right on the nose. Diego blinks but takes it well.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Buddington throws a chopping leg kick but Diego manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Buddington throws out a loose jab but Diego uses good head movement to avoid it.
Buddington scores with a leg kick.
Buddington moves into range and connects with a jab.
Buddington swats away the attempt to clinch by Diego.#T1#
Diego swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Buddington takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Buddington 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.
Diego finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Diego moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromBuddington.
Buddington takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Diego misses the shot to the body. #CL#
Diego darts in and clinches Buddington up against the ropes.
Diego lands with a right to the head.
Diego throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Buddingtons head.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Buddington.
A short body shot lands from Buddington as the two fighters clinch.
Buddington misses with a hook to the ribs.
Diego lands a body shot.
A right handed body shot lands from Diego.
Buddington tries to throw a body punch but Diego avoids it by throwing Buddington back against the ropes.
Diego pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the ropes.
A short left from Diego.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Diego lands a body punch.
Buddington pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the ropes.
Buddington lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Buddington stalling in the clinch but Diego improves position. #T2#
Buddington looking to slow down the pace here.
Diego struggles to land a body shot inside as Buddington controls his hands.
Diego struggles to land a body shot inside as Buddington controls his hands.
Buddington lands an uppercut.
Buddington throws a punch but it's blocked by Diego.
Buddington manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Diego lands a body punch in the clinch.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Diego.
Diego tries a body shot but Buddington blocks it.
A shot in the inside from Buddington.
Buddington tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Diego's elbow.
Buddington tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
A short right from Diego.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Diego misses with some punches.
Buddington goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A nice right hand lands inside from Buddington.
Buddington tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Diego's elbow.
Diego lands a nice shot to the body.
Buddington misses with the head strike.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Dwan Diego dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Buddington just misses with a punch to the body. #CL#
Diego closes the distance and clinches.
Diego misses with the head strike.
Diego swings wildly with an uppercut but Buddington uses good head movement to avoid it.
Buddington prevents a body shot from Diego.
Diego lands a nice shot to the body.
Buddington fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Diego struggles to land a body shot inside as Buddington controls his hands.
Buddington misses with a hook to the ribs.
Diego pushes Buddington back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Diego lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Buddington stalling in the clinch but Diego improves position.
Diego lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Buddington backwards.
Buddington digs a right hand underneath Diego's ribcage. Diego let out a lung full of air as it connected.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Diego avoiding damage.
Diego misses with a hook to the ribs.
A head punch on the inside from Diego fails to land.
A short right from Buddington.
Diego has Buddington pressed against the ropes, preventing Buddington from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
I was talking to Diego's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Buddington misses with a shot to the kidneys. #T1#
Diego misses with a punch to the body.
Diego lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A short right from Buddington.
Diego lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Buddington backwards.
Buddington fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Buddington tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Diego lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.
Buddington presses Diego against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Diego tries to throw a body punch but Buddington avoids it by throwing Diego back against the ropes.
Buddington prevents a body shot from Diego.
Buddington tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Buddington tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Buddington lands a body shot.
Buddington misses with some punches.
Diego misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Dwan Diego has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Diego goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Buddington fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Buddington lands with a short shot to the head.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Buddington crunches a lovely knee into Diego's ribcage.
Buddington leaning his opponent against the ropes.#T2#
Diego misses with a body punch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
With the fighters up against the ropes, Diego throws an elbow but misses.
Buddington struggles to land a body shot inside as Diego controls his hands.
Buddington gets through Diego's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Diego gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Diego misses with a short punch on the inside.
Diego working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Buddington has a couple of punches blocked by Diego.
Buddington leaning against his opponent.
Diego misses with a hook to the ribs.
Buddington is leaning against Diego and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Buddington lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Buddington looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Buddington swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Diego prevents a body shot from Buddington.
Diego misses with an elbow strike.
Diego taking a breather.
Diego swings wildly with an uppercut but Buddington uses good head movement to avoid it.
Buddington lands a shoulder strike.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Oliver Buddington will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R3#
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Buddington, as that shot connected.
Buddington feints and then cracks Diego's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Diego down.
Nice defenses there by Buddington.
Buddington goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Buddington tries a head kick but it misses.
Buddington misses with a straight right.
Diego blocks a head kick by Buddington.
Diego jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Diego connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Diego scores with a punch to the head.
Diego tries to land a front kick but Buddington steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Diego tries to clinch but Buddington moves out of range.
Buddington with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Diego throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Buddington wants to land a leg kick but Diego is out of range.
Buddington uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Diego.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Buddington buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Buddington lands a really nice looking cross but Diego seems unphased. #T1#
Buddington dips to his left and cracks Diego with an uppercut!
Diego wants to clinch up but Buddington keeps it at a distance.
Buddington just misses with a punch to the body.
Diego is looking to counter the offense by Buddington and move into the clinch.
Buddington uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Diego.
Buddington scores with a shot to the body.
Diego scores with a shot to the body.
Buddington takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Buddington turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Buddington tests Diego's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Diego slips under a jab from Buddington.
As Buddington tries to get set, Diego tries to push him back and clinch up but Buddington manages to avoid the attempt.
Diego takes a kick to the side of the head.
Diego looks to land a combination but Buddington avoids it well.
Buddington throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
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!
Good work by Diego as he checks the leg kick.
Diego throws a hook to the side of Buddington's head but Buddington sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Buddington dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Diego. That did some damage!
Diego wants to clinch.#T2#
Diego goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Diego lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Buddington looks to land a left hand but Diego moved out of range nicely.
Buddington lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Diego throws a shot from downtown. Buddington moves away and avoids it.
Diego connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Buddington momentarily.
Buddington fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Diego on the side of the head.
Diego checks a leg kick.
Diego is looking to counter the offense by Buddington and move into the clinch.
Buddington dips to his left and cracks Diego with an uppercut!
Diego ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Buddington moves away.
Buddington throws a body punch but Diego moves out of range.
Diego tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Buddington manages to circle out of the way.
Oliver Buddington seems to be getting the better of the standup.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Diego misses with a wild body shot.
Diego lands a slapping body shot.
Diego tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Buddington manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Buddington only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Diego throws a sloppy head kick and Buddington moves out of range easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Oliver Buddington really dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R4#
Diego darts in trying to clinch
and Buddington counters with an outside leg kick.
A bone on bone clash there as Diego blocks the leg kick.
Diego tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Buddington was well out of range. Poor timing from Diego.
Buddington moves forwards but Diego connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Diego tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Buddington was well out of range. Poor timing from Diego.
Buddington slips a straight right by Diego.
Diego defending well as Buddington loads up on a big left hand.
Buddington pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Buddington throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Diego tries to land a leg kick but Buddington saw it coming and moves away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Diego moves into range and clinches up with Buddington.
Buddington blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Diego works on Buddington's body with a couple of short punches.
Diego lands a left hand that snaps the head of Buddington backwards.
Buddington misses with a punch on the inside.
Diego lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #T1#
A nice right hand lands inside from Buddington.
Diego blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Diego lands with a right to the head.
Diego throws a head punch that misses.
Buddington is pushing Diego up against the ropes, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Diego tries to throw a body punch but Buddington avoids it by throwing Diego back against the ropes.
A short right from Diego on the inside.
Buddington comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush. #CUT2#
It looks like Dwan Diego has been cut.
Diego comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Diego.
A right hook to the body lands for Buddington.
Diego prevents a body shot from Buddington.
Diego swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Knees in the clinch landing for Buddington.
Diego trying to control the position but instead, Buddington has worked for underhooks and has pushed Diego into the ropes.
Both fighters working to control the clinch. #T2#
A short right from Diego on the inside.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A short right from Buddington on the inside.
Diego lands a nice uppercut.
Buddington working aggressively here.
Diego stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Buddington is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
A nice right hand lands inside from Diego.
Diego lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
A right hook to the body lands for Diego.
Diego lands with a light punch inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Buddington.
Diego cracks Buddington with a nice body shot.
Diego lands an elbow inside.
Buddington is trying to maintain a safe position but Diego gets an underhook and turns Buddington into the ropes.
Diego comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Diego lands an elbow that stopped Buddington in his tracks for a moment.
Diego working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A nice right hand lands inside from Diego.
Diego lands an elbow inside that Buddington shrugs off.
Diego lands a shoulder strike. #ROC#
Buddington is rocked!
Diego creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Buddington's defenses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Dwan Diego had his way with Oliver Buddington in that round.
The cut man is working on Dwan Diego's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!
#R5#
Buddington drops his guard momentarily, allowing Diego to crack him with a picture perfect lead left hook! Boom! Down goes Buddington! Oh, he's in big trouble - I don't like his chances here as the referee's count reaches 5. 6,7,8,9...10! He's out! Diego takes it!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:05 of round 5, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Dwan Diego!
Oliver Buddington spoke after the fight, saying 'Whatever, im done!'.

 

Event: FC 140:The Challenger     
Date:   Feb 18, 2017
#R1#
Buddington works Mayweather's body with a nice hook.
Buddington on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Mayweather throws a leg kick but Buddington sees it coming and moves out of range.
Buddington 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.
An inside leg kick from Buddington misses.
Mayweather misses with a straight right.
Mayweather looks to land a right hand but Buddington moved out of range.
Buddington throws a sloppy head kick and Mayweather moves out of range easily.
Mayweather scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Mayweather walks forward, straight into a front kick from Buddington.
Mayweather throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Buddington on the side of the head.
Mayweather scores with a sloppy right hand. Buddington should have avoided that one.
Buddington misses with a jab to the body
and Mayweather counters with a straight right hand.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Mayweather throws a body kick that misses.
Buddington misses with a combination
and Mayweather counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Mayweather misses with a two punch combination.
Buddington lands with a kick to the temple. Mayweather shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?" #CUT2#
It looks like Kevin Mayweather has been cut.
Buddington staying out of range there.
Buddington throws a fast counter high kick but Mayweather manages to duck under it in time.
Mayweather has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Buddington.#T1#
Buddington avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Buddington will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Buddington has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Mayweather.
Mayweather misses with a lunging right hand
letting Buddington counter with a right hand.
Buddington misses with an uppercut
and Buddington takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Mayweather tries to land a leg kick but Buddington saw it coming and moves away.
Buddington throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Buddington keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Mayweather.
Buddington wants to counter the offense by Mayweather and move into the clinch position.
Mayweather throws a lazy head kick
and Mayweather takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Buddington thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Mayweather if he has to take too many more of those.
A head kick by Mayweather misses
and Buddington counters with a stiff right hand.
Mayweather gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Buddington counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Buddington is looking to slow Mayweather down with leg kicks.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A telegraphed right hand from Mayweather misses the target.
Kevin Mayweather seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Mayweather wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Mayweather takes one to the side of the head. #T2#
Mayweather lands a jab to the head.
Buddington is looking to score with low kicks.
Buddington throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Buddington throws a predictable looking body shot
and Buddington takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Mayweather looks to score with a jab to the body but Buddington is just out of range.
The fight stays on the outside here - Buddington looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Buddington avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Mayweather looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Buddington doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Buddington is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Mayweather rather than just go for the knockout.
Buddington ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Buddington throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Mayweather misses with a looping left.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Mayweather takes a jab right on the kisser.
Buddington fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Mayweather manages to avoid it.
A low kick from Mayweather misses
and Buddington counters with a straight right hand.
Buddington misses with a body punch
and Mayweather counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Kevin Mayweather will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Kevin Mayweather's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Buddington displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Mayweather throws out the jab.
Buddington scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Mayweather misses with a looping left.
Buddington throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Buddington tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Buddington ducks under a wild hook from Mayweather.
Mayweather throws a body shot but no joy.
Kevin Mayweather is winning the standup battle so far.
Mayweather throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Mayweather throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Buddington throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A counter left hand to the body from Mayweather misses its target.
Mayweather looks to land a body kick but Buddington moved away.
It seemed like Buddington was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Mayweather misses with a series of wild punches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Buddington looks for the body kick but Mayweather saw that one coming.
Mayweather chopping away at his opponent's legs.
A lazy left from Mayweather finds it's target.
Mayweather throws a body kick that misses
and Buddington counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T1#
Buddington tries a head kick but it misses.
Mayweather misses with an uppercut.
Mayweather sets himself, and Buddington steps forward looking for the clinch! Mayweather avoids it this time.
Mayweather looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Mayweather lands with a hook. Buddington tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Buddington takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Buddington stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Mayweather.
Mayweather keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Buddington buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Mayweather takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Mayweather avoids the head kick by Buddington.
Buddington pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Buddington misses with a low kick as Mayweather jumps back.
Buddington misses with a wild body shot.
Mayweather has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Buddington.
Buddington looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Mayweather catches Buddington with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!#T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Buddington ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A jab from Mayweather misses.
Buddington wants to land a leg kick but Mayweather is out of range.
Buddington tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Mayweather looks to land a body kick but Buddington moved away.
Mayweather goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
A head kick misses from Mayweather.
Mayweather connects with a single shot there.
Buddington misses with a wild body shot.
Mayweather looks to throw a body kick
and Buddington counters with a slapping leg kick.
Buddington misses with an uppercut. #KD#
Mayweather looks low and kicks high, catching Buddington right on the side of the head, sending him crashing to the canvas! Will he be able to beat the count? 3,4,5 - he's already back to his feet and ready to go! Let's see if he's still with it!
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Mayweather throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Buddington sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Buddington jabs Mayweather to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Mayweather looks to land a body kick but Buddington moved away.
Mayweather throws a leg kick that misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Kevin Mayweather will take that round after scoring the only knockdown of the round.
The cut man is working on Kevin Mayweather's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R3#
Mayweather pushes Buddington away with a front kick.
Buddington throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Mayweather is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Buddington can do to turn this around?
A shot to the liver by Buddington. Beautiful body shot.
The fighters circling - Mayweather throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Mayweather lands with a kick to the ribs.
A nice combination there by Buddington.
A swing and a miss from Buddington.
It looked like Mayweather wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Mayweather keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Mayweather is looking to land body kicks.
Mayweather rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Buddington counters with a slapping leg kick.
Buddington uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Mayweather.
Buddington dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Mayweather lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Mayweather swings widly with a right hand
and Buddington counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Mayweather uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Buddington.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Mayweather. #T1#
Mayweather thuds a left hand into Buddington's body.
Buddington moves out of range as Mayweather throws a body kick.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Mayweather.
Mayweather throws the kick towards the body but Buddington avoids it.
Buddington fakes the leg kick and cracks Mayweather in the body.
Mayweather throws a jab when Buddington was well out of range.
Buddington throws a leg kick but Mayweather moved away.
Buddington bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Mayweather's head.
Mayweather throws a sloppy body shot
and Mayweather takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Buddington tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
A chopping leg kick lands by Buddington.
Buddington lands the left hand.
Buddington just misses with a punch to the body.
Mayweather keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Mayweather throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Mayweather 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 Buddington has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Buddington and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.#T2#
Mayweather scores with a spinning back 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!
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Buddington checks a leg kick.
Mayweather misses with a head kick.
Mayweather connects with an inside leg kick.
Buddington misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Mayweather misses with a body shot.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Buddington keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Some bone on bone action there as Buddington checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Mayweather - that will leave a mark!
A looping hook to the body misses from Buddington. Mayweather does a little dance to reset his feet.
Mayweather looks to land a body kick but Buddington moved away.
Mayweather connects with a body shot that sends Buddington's belly button to the back.
Buddington motions for Mayweather to come forward. Buddington throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Buddington throws a body kick that misses
and Mayweather counters with a nice kick to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Mayweather scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but Kevin Mayweather did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
The cut man is working on Kevin Mayweather's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R4#
A head kick misses from Buddington.
Buddington digs a good body shot into Mayweather's ribs.
Mayweather misses with a right hand
and Buddington counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Buddington swings for the body but Mayweather moves out of range.
Buddington blocks the body kick.
Buddington throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
It looked like Mayweather was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Buddington ducks under a wild hook from Mayweather.
Mayweather misses with a body punch #CL2#
and Buddington counters by moving into the clinch.
Buddington blocks a body shot from Mayweather.
Mayweather struggles to land a body shot inside as Buddington controls his hands.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Buddington creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mayweather is trying to stall.
Buddington lands a right hand.
Mayweather working aggressively here.
Mayweather misses with a punch on the inside.
Mayweather tries to throw a body punch but Buddington avoids it by throwing Mayweather back against the ropes. #T1#
Buddington prevents a body shot from Mayweather.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Mayweather.
Buddington landing some nice looking knees to the body.
It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over.
Buddington lands a nice knee to the body.
Buddington gets through Mayweather's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
A short left from Buddington.
Mayweather is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Buddington utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Still in the clinch, Buddington scores with a nice short uppercut.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Buddington.
A head punch on the inside from Mayweather fails to land.
Buddington works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Buddington scores with a knee to the head.
Buddington misses with a knee to the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Buddington digs a right hand underneath Mayweather's ribcage. Mayweather let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Buddington tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Buddington scores with a shot to the side of Mayweather's head.
Mayweather struggles to land a body shot inside as Buddington controls his hands. #T2#
Buddington throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Buddington working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Mayweather goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Buddington scores a nice knee to the body.
A nice left hand lands by Buddington.
Buddington lands a right hand that snaps the head of Mayweather backwards.
Buddington comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Mayweather misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Mayweather is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the ropes.
Buddington is leaning against Mayweather and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Mayweather misses with the head strike.
Mayweather swings wildly with an uppercut but Buddington uses good head movement to avoid it.
Buddington makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Mayweather misses with a short punch on the inside.
Buddington misses with some punches.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Oliver Buddington dominated that fourth round.
The cut man is working on Kevin Mayweather's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R5#
Buddington misses the jab.
Jab by Buddington.
Buddington dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Mayweather. That did some damage!
Buddington jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Mayweather is looking to counter with head kicks.
A swing and a miss from Mayweather.
Buddington sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Buddington slips a straight right by Mayweather.
Buddington comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Mayweather listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Buddington misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Mayweather.
Mayweather smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Mayweather throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Buddington counters with a right hand to the body.
A slow jab from Mayweather misses its intended target.
Mayweather throws a poor cross that misses
and Buddington counters with an inside leg kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Mayweather throws a jab but it's blocked by Buddington.
Good leg kick by Mayweather there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud. #T1#
Buddington moves into range and connects with a jab.
Buddington moves out of range of the body kick.
Mayweather pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Buddington scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Mayweather looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Buddington connects with an inside leg kick.
Buddington looks to land a right hand but Mayweather moved out of range.
Good standup being displayed there by Mayweather as he connects with a hook.
Mayweather is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Buddington.
Buddington has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Mayweather.
Mayweather takes one to the chin there.
Mayweather jabs Buddington right on the nose. Buddington blinks but takes it well.
Buddington misses with the combination.
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!
Mayweather looks for the body kick but Buddington saw that one coming.
A nice side step and Buddington releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Oliver Buddington has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Mayweather slips under a jab from Buddington.#T2#
Buddington displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Mayweather throws out the jab.
Mayweather connects with an inside leg kick.
Buddington blocks the body kick.
Mayweather looks to land a body kick but Buddington moved away.
Buddington doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Buddington tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Mayweather manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Mayweather with a hook.
Buddington takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Buddington jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Buddington throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Mayweather.
Buddington keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Buddington lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Mayweather throws a head kick but Buddington moves out of range.
Mayweather slips a straight right by Buddington.
Buddington fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Mayweather.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Buddington looking to land some kicks to the body here.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Oliver Buddington.
I think Mayweather 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 Jeff Smith scores the fight 48:47
Judge Paul Gruel scores the fight 48:47
Judge Micheangelo Fripello scores the fight 48:46

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kevin Mayweather!

A relieved looking Kevin Mayweather thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
The defeated Oliver Buddington had this to say: 'Whatever, im done!'.

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Jan 15, 2017
#R1#
Buddington ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Weatherspoon looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Buddington misses with a body shot.
We've been told by Buddington's head coaches at Team Migraine that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Buddington misses with a head kick.
Weatherspoon with the counter takedown but Buddington avoids it easily.
Buddington stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Buddington wants it to stay on the feet.
Weatherspoon will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Buddington.
Buddington swings for the body but Weatherspoon moves out of range.
Weatherspoon fails with the takedown.
Oliver Buddington has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Marquan Weatherspoon.
Weatherspoon takes a shot to the body in his stride.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Weatherspoon takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Weatherspoon on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Buddington connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Buddington lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.#T1#
Buddington lands a really nice looking cross but Weatherspoon seems unphased.
Weatherspoon moves forwards but Buddington connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Buddington slaps away a takedown attempt from Weatherspoon, before circling back to the center of the mat.
A decent looking cross lands there for Buddington.#ROC#
Weatherspoon is rocked!
Buddington darts in and lands a big hook, right on the button! Weatherspoon's legs crumble underneath him as he falls to the canvas! The ref tackles Buddington before he gets to land any more shots to his stricken foe.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Oliver Buddington!
A less than humble Oliver Buddington misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.
Marquan Weatherspoon was interviewed post fight and said 'A little setback is the setup for a major comeback!!'.

 

Event: Helsinki Fighting League: 46     
Date:   Jan 01, 2017
#R1#
Rusted uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Buddington.
Buddington throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
We've been hearing reports that Rusted has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Rusted connects with a right hand. Buddington shakes it off.
Buddington scores with a spinning back kick!
Rusted swats away the attempt to clinch by Buddington.
Rusted ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Buddington moves away.
Buddington throws a series of punches but Rusted avoids them all with ease.
Buddington slips a jab and a cross from Rusted.
Buddington misses with a leg kick.
Crunch! Buddington slams his shin into Rusted's torso.
Rusted 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.
Buddington throws a leg kick which misses Rusted's front leg but catches the back leg as Rusted tries to avoid it.
Crunch! Buddington slams his shin into Rusted's torso.
Rusted tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Rusted is looking to chop away at Buddington's legs.
Rusted digs a good body shot into Buddington's ribs.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Rusted fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Buddington.#T1#
Buddington connects with a crisp jab.
Good leg kick by Rusted there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Rusted shoots for a double leg takedown but Buddington sprawls well. He's pushed Rusted's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
A bone on bone clash there as Buddington blocks the leg kick.
Rusted fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Rusted with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Rusted drops his hands momentarily and Buddington takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
A bone on bone clash there as Buddington blocks the leg kick.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Rusted!
Rusted wants to slow Buddington down by chopping away at his legs.
Rusted misses with an attempted mid kick.
Rusted sets himself, and Buddington steps forward looking for the clinch! Rusted avoids it this time.
Buddington moves out of range of the body kick from Rusted.
A nice leg kick lands there from Rusted.
Buddington throws a hook but Rusted avoids it easily.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Buddington connects with a leg kick. Rusted looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Buddington has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Rusted finds it's way round the side to connect with Buddington's head. #T2#
Rusted tries a low kick but Buddington avoids it.
Buddington uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Rusted.
Rusted looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Buddington appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Buddington slaps away a takedown attempt from Rusted, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Buddington takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Rusted misses with a body shot.
A nice side step and Buddington releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Rusted moves out of range as Buddington strikes.
Nice shot lands for Rusted.
Buddington scores with a punch to the head.
Rusted swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Rusted walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Buddington checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
It seemed like Buddington was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Buddington chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Rusted can pounce on him.
Rusted lands a front kick.
Buddington scores with a jab.
Rusted misses with the combination. #T3#
Buddington connects with a solid leg kick.
A head kick by Buddington misses
and Rusted counters with a solid body kick.
Rusted throws a big shot that misses.
Buddington lands with a thumping leg kick.
Rusted throws a body punch but Buddington moves out of range.
Oliver Buddington is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
That kick from Rusted tenderised Buddington's leg. Buddington is trying to keep his angry face on.
Rusted drops his hands momentarily and Buddington takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Rusted keeps Buddington at a distance using the push kick.
Rusted catches Buddington with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Good shot there by Rusted.
Buddington is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Rusted is looking to slow Buddington down with leg kicks.
Rusted works over Buddington's head and body with a nice combination.#T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Buddington slips under a jab from Rusted.
Buddington was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Rusted throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Buddington tries to clinch but Rusted is having none of it.
Rusted looks to score with a jab to the body but Buddington is just out of range.
Rusted throws a head kick that misses.
The fight stays on the outside here - Buddington looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Buddington's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Buddington avoids a punch combination nicely.
Rusted throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Rusted throws a leg kick
and Buddington counters with a left and a right that stings Rusted.
Rusted works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Buddington lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Buddington jabs Rusted right on the nose. Rusted blinks but takes it well.
Buddington throws a push kick but Rusted slaps the foot to one side.
Rusted throwing a counter right hand but Buddington manages to avoid it.
Rusted misses the jab.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jethro Rusted dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Buddington missing with a left hand there. Rusted was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Rusted lands a glancing blow to the side of Buddington's head.
Buddington lands with a right hand.
Buddington checks a low kick from Rusted.
Buddington throws a low kick but it's checked well by Rusted.#TD#
Rusted throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Buddington tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Rusted is in Buddington's guard.
Buddington really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Rusted. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Buddington looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Rusted content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Buddington pulls Rusted in close to prevent any damage.
Buddington keeping moving, preventing Rusted from controlling successfully.
Rusted 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Buddington looking to control. #T1#
Rusted controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Buddington is trying to keep Rusted in close.
Rusted 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 referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Buddington trying to keep a closed guard but Rusted is proving a slippery customer. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Buddington fails with an attempt to clinch.
Buddington tries to close the distance and clinch up but Rusted swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Rusted is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Buddington can do to turn this around?
Buddington lands a head shot.
Rusted feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Buddington's calf.
Rusted walks into a straight right hand from Buddington.
Buddington lands a nice shot to the body.
Buddington dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Rusted. That did some damage!#T2#
Buddington throws a quick inside leg kick.
A head kick from Buddington lands but Rusted takes it in his stride.
Rusted tries to land a front kick but Buddington steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Buddington misses with an attempted mid kick.
Rusted half committed to a counter leg kick.
Rusted takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Rusted buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#TD#
Rusted shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Buddington is trying to defend but Rusted finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Rusted looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Buddington taking some punishment here, with Rusted in his half guard.
Buddington gets back to full guard.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Buddington can do anything to dispel that myth.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Rusted's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #T3#
Rusted postures up.
Buddington is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Rusted trying to control but Buddington is working from the bottom.
Rusted stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Buddington swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Buddington is adopting a defensive guard.
Rusted is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Rusted won't allow Buddington to sweep him here. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Buddington controls Rusted momentarily but Rusted frees himself.
Rusted postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Rusted pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Buddington is keeping the position for now.
Rusted working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Rusted wants to control from the top but Buddington keeps moving.
Buddington looking to control. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Buddington takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Rusted thuds his right hand into Buddington's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
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 Jethro Rusted 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!
#R3#
Rusted looks to score with a jab to the body but Buddington is just out of range.
Rusted swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A slapping body kick lands there for Buddington.
Rusted swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Rusted 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.
Rusted tries to work over Buddington's front leg with a kick but Buddington checks it. #CL2#
Buddington rushes Rusted and presses him up against the cage.
Rusted blocks a body shot from Buddington.
A shot in the inside from Buddington.
Buddington using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Rusted has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Buddington swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Buddington lands with a short shot to the head.
Buddington is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Rusted is defending well for now.
Buddington swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Buddington tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Rusted avoids it.#T1#
Buddington looking to throw knees to the head but Rusted is blocking nicely.
Rusted is trying to maintain a safe position but Buddington gets an underhook and turns Rusted into the cage.
Rusted has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Buddington after a bit of a struggle.
Rusted letting Buddington take a breather here.
Rusted using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Buddington has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Buddington trying to stall but Rusted improves his position.
Buddington tries to land a knee to the head but Rusted blocks with his arms.
A short uppercut from Buddington.
Buddington lands a right hand.
Buddington has a couple of punches blocked by Rusted.
Buddington throws a head punch that misses.
Rusted managing to block the knees to the body from Buddington. #T2#
Buddington tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Buddington with a knee to the head.
Buddington stalling in the clinch.
Buddington working aggressively here.
Rusted leaning his opponent against the cage.
Buddington tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Rusted's elbow.
Rusted tries to pull guard but Buddington holds him up against the cage and eventually Rusted drops back down to his feet.
Rusted avoiding damage as Buddington throws knees to the body. #BC#
Rusted manages to break the clinch.
Jethro Rusted is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T3#
Rusted misses with a leg kick #CL2#
and Buddington counters by clinching up.
Buddington tries a body shot but Rusted blocks it.
A bit of stalling here from Buddington.
Buddington lands a left hand that snaps the head of Rusted backwards.
Buddington blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Buddington working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Buddington lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Oliver Buddington seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Buddington tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Rusted's elbow.
A right hook to the body lands for Rusted.
Buddington tries a knee to the head but Rusted blocks it.
Oliver Buddington has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Rusted lands a left hand.
Buddington pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Rusted working hard to break the clinch.#T4##BC#
Rusted breaks from the clinch. #TD#
Rusted closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Buddington to the mat! Buddington manages to get full 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!
Rusted lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Rusted 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.
Buddington managing to control the position.
Rusted postures up.
Buddington wants to sweep but no luck.
Buddington is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB2#
Buddington looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Ben Zyskovitsi scores the fight 29:28
Judge Anni Minnemäki scores the fight 29:28
Judge Marco Blurström scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jethro Rusted!

An out of breath Jethro Rusted thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

 

Event: Helsinki Fighting League: 42     
Date:   Nov 26, 2016
#R1#
Buddington throws a good cross that connects.
Buddington misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Rusted.
Rusted tries to land a front kick but Buddington steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Buddington misses with an uppercut. Rusted saw that one coming.
Rusted checks a leg kick.
Buddington throws a head kick that misses.
Buddington uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Rusted.
Buddington shapes to counter with a head kick.
Buddington tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Rusted manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Rusted attempts a counter takedown but Buddington avoids it well and moves away.
Buddington rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Rusted moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Rusted tries to counter with a takedown but Buddington is quick to defend against it.
Buddington blocks a low kick nicely.
A swing and a miss from Rusted.
Rusted throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Buddington throws a head kick that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Buddington throws a low kick, looking for Rusted's leg but Rusted calmly moves out of range.
Buddington lands with a slapping head kick.
Buddington throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Rusted lands with a hook. Buddington tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Buddington showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Rusted.
Buddington wants to counter with a clinch but Rusted pushes him away.#T1#
Rusted takes a swing at Buddington's ribcage but misses.
Rusted misses with a body kick.
Rusted misses with a kick to the body
and Buddington finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Buddington avoids a kick to the body.
Buddington ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Buddington fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Buddington ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Buddington looks for the body kick but Rusted saw that one coming.
Rusted throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Buddington sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Rusted swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Buddington's corner calls for a 1-2. Buddington obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Rusted displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Buddington throws out the jab.
Buddington misses the shot to the body.
A slapping leg kick lands for Buddington.
Rusted lands a jab to Buddington's midsection.
Rusted fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Buddington is out of range.
A good leg kick by Rusted. #T2#
Rusted looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Buddington checks the leg kick.
Rusted is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight.
Rusted fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Oliver Buddington is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Rusted throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Rusted blocks a jab.
Rusted scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Rusted motions for Buddington to come forward. Rusted throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Buddington jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Good shot there by Rusted.
Buddington lands with a shot to the body.
Buddington ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Nice body kick there by Rusted.
Rusted misses with a leg kick #CL2#
and Buddington counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Buddington.
Buddington lands a body shot.
Rusted on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Rusted avoiding damage. #T3#
Buddington tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Rusted avoids it.
Buddington works on Rusted's body with a couple of short punches.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Buddington tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Buddington.
Rusted misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Buddington.
A short left from Rusted.
Buddington throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Rusted blocks it with crossed arms.
Buddington tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Rusted tries a body shot but Buddington blocks it.
A head punch on the inside from Buddington fails to land.
Buddington throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Rusted blocks it with crossed arms. #T4#
Rusted swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Buddington lands a body shot in the clinch.
Buddington tries to work over Rusted's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Rusted avoiding damage as Buddington throws knees to the body.
Rusted blocks a body shot from Buddington.
Buddington connects with a nasty looking knee right to Rusted's face. #TD#
Rusted jumps guard and drags Buddington to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Buddington trying to control but Rusted is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Rusted is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
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!
Rusted looking to control.
Buddington wanted to stand there but Rusted had control of the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Oliver Buddington will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Buddington looks for the body kick but Rusted saw that one coming.
Buddington throws an off balance right hand #TD#
so Rusted counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Rusted stands up over Buddington, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Rusted landing some decent shots from guard.
Buddington not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Buddington looking to hit a scissor sweep but Rusted is one step ahead there.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Buddington is adopting a defensive guard.
Buddington is trying to control the position but Rusted postures up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Rusted scoring with punches to the head and body. #T1#
Rusted lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Rusted looking to pass the guard.
Rusted keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Buddington's head.
Rusted working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Buddington's head.
Rusted controls from within his opponent's guard.
Buddington looking for a sweep. Not yet Buddington, not yet.
Rusted content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Buddington looking for a sweep. Not yet Buddington, not yet.
Buddington wants to get back to his feet but Rusted is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Rusted landing with the ground and pound. #T2#
Rusted stands and throws Buddington's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Rusted working away.
Rusted lands a nice forearm strike.
Rusted taking a breather here.
Buddington is not content to let Rusted control the position.
Rusted cracks Buddington with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Rusted 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.
Rusted controlling from side mount.
Buddington on the wrong end of some ground and pound. #T3#
Buddington on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Rusted lands some shots froms side control.
Rusted staying calm.
Buddington is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Rusted asserts his dominance and retains side control.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Buddington can do anything to dispel that myth.#SUB#
Rusted tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Rusted controls the position. #T4#
Buddington tries to control but Rusted manages to take his back.
Buddington trying to control the position but Rusted manages to sink in the hooks.
Rusted softening up his opponent with strikes here. #SUB#
Buddington preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Rusted.
Rusted is punishing Buddington with some ground and pound. #SUB#
Buddington is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Rusted gets his way!
Buddington really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Rusted. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB#
Rusted is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
Rusted trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Buddington doesn't escape.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jethro Rusted dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R3#
Jab from Buddington.
Buddington throws a sloppy head kick
letting Rusted counter with a right hand.
Buddington tries to clinch but Rusted moves out of range.
Jethro Rusted is winning the standup battle so far.
Rusted throws a right and a left that Buddington avoids nicely.
Rusted moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Rusted misses with a low kick as Buddington jumps back.
Rusted blocks a head kick by Buddington.
Buddington misses with a head kick.
Buddington throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Rusted avoids the head kick by Buddington.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rusted misses with a straight right.
Rusted sets himself, and Buddington steps forward looking for the clinch! Rusted avoids it this time.
Rusted misses with a kick to the body.
Rusted misses with an attempted mid kick.
Rusted lands with an overhand left.
A jab from Buddington misses. #T1#
Rusted swats away the attempt to clinch by Buddington.
Rusted half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Buddington goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
A little feinted left hand from Rusted on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Buddington lands a body shot.
Buddington on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
A nice inside leg kick there by Rusted. That's going to slow Buddington down.
Rusted takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Rusted fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Buddington checks it well.
Rusted connects with a solid leg kick.
Buddington tries to clinch but Rusted is having none of it.
Rusted moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Rusted ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Buddington walks into a straight right hand from Rusted.
Buddington keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Rusted is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Buddington can do to turn this around?
A lazy left from Buddington finds it's target.
This has been an exciting period of action!
An inside leg kick lands from Buddington. #T2#
Buddington goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Rusted connects with a crisp jab.
Rusted is looking to slow Buddington down with leg kicks.
Rusted scores with a jab to the head.
Buddington tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Rusted manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Rusted throws a wild body kick that Buddington sees coming a mile off.
Rusted fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Rusted misses with a looping right.
Buddington looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Rusted throws a leg kick but Buddington sees it coming and moves out of range.
No joy there for Rusted, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
It seemed like Buddington was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Rusted throws a leg kick
and Buddington counters with a stiff right hand.
Rusted takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Rusted takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Buddington lands a nice looking kick to the body. Rusted takes a step back to recover. #T3#
Rusted tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Rusted slips a jab from Buddington.
Rusted drops down looking for a counter takedown but Buddington sprawls and moves away.
Buddington misses with a low kick.
A slapping leg kick lands for Buddington.
Buddington has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Rusted.
A nice leg kick lands there from Buddington.
Rusted throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Buddington tries to work over Rusted's front leg with a kick but Rusted checks it.
Buddington lands a head shot.
Buddington throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Rusted attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Buddington's corner calls for a 1-2. Buddington obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Rusted tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Buddington was well out of range. Poor timing from Rusted.
Rusted misses with a right hand
and Buddington makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Rusted throws a right hand that misses
and Buddington counters with a big head kick but Rusted shrugs it off. #T4#
Buddington cracks Rusted with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Rusted fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Buddington's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Buddington moves out of range as Rusted throws a body kick.
Buddington throws a push kick but Rusted slaps the foot to one side.
Rusted tries to score with a low kick but Buddington moves his leg out of the way.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Buddington! But no joy.
That kick from Rusted tenderised Buddington's leg. Buddington is trying to keep his angry face on.
Rusted fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Buddington has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Buddington throws a leg kick which misses Rusted's front leg but catches the back leg as Rusted tries to avoid it.
Rusted throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Rusted lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Buddington cracks Rusted with an open hand slap.
Rusted walks forward, straight into a front kick from Buddington.
Buddington staying out of range there.
Buddington tries to land a front kick but Rusted steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Rusted takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Tarja Halkonen scores the fight 30:28
Judge Roosa Järviläinen scores the fight 28:28
Judge Matti Vanhoillinen scores the fight 28:28

The fight is ruled a majority draw!

 

Event: Helsinki Fighting League: 40     
Date:   Nov 05, 2016
#R1#
Buddington misses with a body kick.
Barnard fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Buddington on the side of the head.
Barnard has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Barnard takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Buddington shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Barnard swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Barnard closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Buddington scores with a nice head shot.
Barnard throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Oliver Buddington seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2#
Buddington gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Barnard prevents a body shot from Buddington.
Barnard lands a left hand that snaps the head of Buddington backwards. #BC2#
Buddington breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Barnard slips under a jab.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A shot to the liver by Buddington. Beautiful body shot.
Barnard misses with a series of wild punches.
Barnard avoids a kick to the body.
Barnard jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Barnard sets himself, and Buddington steps forward looking for the clinch! Barnard avoids it this time.#T1#
Buddington avoids a punch combination nicely.
Barnard throws an overhand right that lands on Buddington's shoulder, as Buddington tries to avoid the shot.
Buddington misses with a wild body shot.
Buddington takes one to the side of the head.
Barnard throws a right and a left that Buddington avoids nicely.
Barnard throws a combination. Buddington tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Buddington scores with a shot to the body.
Buddington throws a hook to the side of Barnard's head but Barnard sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Barnard looks to score with a jab to the body but Buddington is just out of range.
Buddington lands a high kick!
Barnard avoids the head kick by Buddington.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Buddington plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!#CUT2#
It looks like Kobus Barnard has been cut.
Good standup being displayed there by Barnard as he connects with a hook.
Buddington bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T2##TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Barnard. #ES2#
Buddington throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!
Buddington swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Buddington works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Barnard stalks Buddington and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Buddington's face. Buddington staggers backwards, shaken.
Buddington waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Barnard.
Barnard throws a quick inside leg kick.
Buddington misses with an attempted mid kick.
Nice defenses there by Barnard.
Barnard throws a one two combo.
Buddington works over Barnard's head and body with a nice combination.
Barnard misses with a series of wild punches. #CL2#
Buddington has closed the distance and engaged Barnard in a clinch. #T3#
Barnard pushes Buddington back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Buddington throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Buddington is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Barnard tries a body shot but Buddington blocks it.
Buddington lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Buddington tries a knee to the head but Barnard blocks it. #BC2#
Buddington breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #TD#
Barnard is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Buddington's half guard.
Barnard with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Buddington trying to control here. #T4#
Barnard perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Buddington is looking to control Barnard's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Buddington avoid being mounted?
Barnard is controlling the pace.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Barnard is trying to work for a kimura but Buddington is defending well.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Buddington has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Barnard is working away from the top position though.
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 Kobus Barnard will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Kobus Barnard's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Buddington listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Barnard cracks Buddington with a right hand to the side of the head.
Barnard uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Buddington.
Barnard tries to bum rush Buddington with a series of wild strikes but Buddington uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Buddington tries to counter by closing the distance.
Barnard takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Buddington lands a nice shot that snaps Barnard's head back.
Buddington scores with a body shot.
Buddington dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Barnard looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Buddington is fending him off so far but Barnard persists. Nope, Buddington circles away and we're back to standing.
Buddington motions for Barnard to come forward. Buddington throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Buddington throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Buddington tries to clinch up.
Barnard scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Barnard misses with a jab, cross combination.
Barnard with a jab.#T1#
Buddington looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Oliver Buddington is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Buddington throws a good cross that connects.
Kobus Barnard is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Buddington needs to keep his hands up - Barnard had a free shot at his head there.
Buddington misses with a looping left.
Barnard moves away from the strike by Buddington.
Barnard shoots in but Buddington avoids the takedown attempt easily.
A jab from Barnard misses.
A combination from Buddington does no damage.
Barnard connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Buddington momentarily.
Barnard throws a right hand that Buddington ducks under and follows up with a left that Buddington also avoids with ease.
Barnard stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Buddington is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Barnard.
Barnard throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T2#
Barnard is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Barnard is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Barnard scores with a punch to the head.
Barnard cracks Buddington with a right hand to the side of the head.
Buddington connects with a leg kick. Barnard looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Barnard throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Buddington throws out a counter right but Barnard avoids it with no problem.
Buddington throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Barnard is looking for a counter combo.
Buddington throws a body punch but Barnard moves out of range.
Buddington avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Buddington with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Barnard ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Barnard dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Barnard connects with a good right hand that stumbles Buddington. Buddington circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Buddington misses with a body kick.
Barnard appears to be looking for a big counter.
Buddington throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Barnard on the side of the head.
Barnard takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.#T3#
A cross from Buddington lands.
Buddington throws a head kick but Barnard moves out of range.
Barnard moves out of range as Buddington strikes.
Buddington uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Barnard.
Buddington lands a body shot.
A swing and a miss from Buddington.
Barnard ducks right into an uppercut from Buddington.
Buddington lands with an uppercut that bounces Barnard off the cage and back into range.#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Buddington enables Barnard to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Buddington manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Barnard postures up.
Barnard controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T4#
Barnard advances to half guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Barnard stalling.
Buddington wants to control but Barnard is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Buddington has his hands clasped together around Barnard's back. He's all about the action.#SUB#
Barnard is looking for a kimura here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Oliver Buddington will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Kobus Barnard's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Barnard misses with a looping right.
Buddington thows a left - swing and a miss!
Barnard throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Buddington moves in looking to clinch but Barnard pushes him off.
Buddington throws a good cross that connects.
Buddington throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Barnard scores with a nice right hand.
Buddington connects with a crisp jab.
No joy there for Barnard, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Barnard cracks Buddington with a good jab.
Barnard misses with an uppercut. Buddington saw that one coming.
Barnard checks the leg kick nicely there.
Oliver Buddington seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Barnard throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Buddington.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Barnard misses with a body shot.
Barnard misses with a takedown attempt - Buddington sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.#T1#
A solid leg kick lands there for Buddington.
Barnard jabs Buddington to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Buddington swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Barnard tries to counter with a takedown but Buddington is quick to defend against it.
Barnard staying out of range there.
Barnard pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Buddington lands a nice hook to Barnard's body. Barnard takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Barnard throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Buddington goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Buddington is looking to score with low kicks.
Barnard swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Barnard takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Barnard swinging wildly here. #T2#
Barnard loads up on a big right hand but Buddington slips the punch.
Buddington tries a head kick but it misses.
Buddington uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Barnard.
Buddington lands a head kick. Barnard smiles back at him and beckons him forward. #ROC2#
Barnard is rocked!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Buddington fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Oh Barnard is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Barnard walks straight into a right hand from Buddington - that's dropped him! Buddington jumps into mount and starts pounding away - can he finish?! More strikes go undefended and the referee has to dive in to save Barnard from any more punishment! Barnard complains about the stoppage but falls over as he tries to stand back up, so it was clearly a good stoppage.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:31 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Oliver Buddington!
A relieved looking Oliver Buddington 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: Helsinki Fighting League: 38     
Date:   Oct 22, 2016
#R1#
Buddington fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Aguilar manages to avoid it.
We've been told by Buddington's head coaches at Team Migraine that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Aguilar throws a lazy right hand but Buddington sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Good shot there by Aguilar.
Aguilar lands an overhand right.
Buddington lands a jab.
Buddington lands a head kick. Aguilar smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
A nice leg kick lands there from Buddington.
A big left from Aguilar misses.
An attempted straight right counter from Buddington misses the target.
Buddington on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there. #TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Buddington enables Aguilar to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Buddington manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
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!
Aguilar wants to pass the guard but Buddington is keeping the position.
Buddington keeping moving, preventing Aguilar from controlling successfully.
Buddington is trying to control the position from the bottom. #T1#
Aguilar stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Buddington swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Aguilar trying to control the position from guard on top but Buddington is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Buddington looking to control.
Buddington on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Buddington tries to get out of the position.
Aguilar passes Buddington's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Aguilar tries to pass the half guard into mount. Buddington knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Aguilar works his way into side control. #SUB2#
Aguilar in side control, working for a kimura. He's got hold of an arm and he's torquing it... Buddington is tapping! That's the end of the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:54 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Sergio Aguilar!
In his post fight interview, Sergio Aguilar started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

 

Event: Helsinki Fighting League: 33     
Date:   Sep 17, 2016
#R1#
Jalkalukko misses with a low kick.
Jalkalukko throws a body kick that misses.
Jalkalukko connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
A jab lands there for Buddington.
Buddington tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Jalkalukko lands a leg kick that knocks Buddington off balance momentarily.
Buddington stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Jalkalukko.#CL#
Buddington takes the fight into the clinch.
Buddington lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Buddington has Jalkalukko pressed against the cage, preventing Jalkalukko from circling away and getting back to striking at range.#BC#
Buddington's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Jalkalukko throws a chopping leg kick but Buddington manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Jalkalukko walks into a stiff left hand from Buddington.
Buddington ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
We've been told by Buddington's head coaches at Team Migraine that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Buddington misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Jalkalukko throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air. #T1#
Jalkalukko throws a sloppy head kick and Buddington moves out of range easily.
A slapping leg kick lands for Jalkalukko.
A head kick misses from Jalkalukko.
Jalkalukko uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Buddington.
A nice leg kick lands there from Buddington.
Oliver Buddington is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#CL#
Buddington gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Buddington connects with a knee to the head. #ROC#
Jalkalukko is rocked!
A short right from Buddington on the inside.
Jalkalukko is still on wobbly legs! Can Buddington finish him?
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Buddington obliges.
Buddington has the Thai clinch. He lands a big knee to the head that stumbles Jalkalukko - he's in trouble! Another big knee to the head from Buddington, and another! Jalkalukko is out on his feet - the ref jumps in to save him and ends the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Knees). Oliver Buddington!
Our winner, Oliver Buddington, 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: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Aug 10, 2016
#R1##CL#
Escargesa clinches up against the cage.
Escargesa goes for a takedown in the clinch but Buddington prevents it.
Buddington doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Buddington misses with some punches.
Escargesa drops down looking for an ankle pick but Buddington pulls his leg out and moves away. #CL#
Escargesa closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Buddington lands a shoulder strike.
Buddington with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Buddington lands a hook to the side of the head.
Escargesa is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Buddington pulls him back up using the underhooks.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Vincent Escargesa. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Buddington is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Escargesa is defending well for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Buddington with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Buddington misses with a body punch.
Buddington scores with a knee to the head.
Knees to the body from Buddington.
Buddington prevents a takedown attempt there.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Buddington takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life. #T1#
Buddington with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Buddington creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Escargesa's defenses.
Escargesa is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Escargesa has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Buddington avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Buddington lands an elbow that stopped Escargesa in his tracks for a moment.
Buddington lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Escargesa wants to take the fight to the mat but Buddington manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Escargesa has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Buddington after a bit of a struggle.
Buddington lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Escargesa backwards.
Buddington doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Escargesa is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Buddington throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Escargesas head.
Escargesa is looking to take this one to the mat.
Buddington gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Escargesa.
Escargesa tries to score a body lock takedown but Buddington shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Escargesa is breathing heavily.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Buddington. #T2#
Escargesa wants a takedown.
Buddington misses with a knee strike.
A right hand to the body from Buddington.
Escargesa drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Buddington gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Still in the clinch, Buddington scores with a nice short uppercut.
Escargesa has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Buddington after a bit of a struggle.
Buddington misses with the head strike.
Escargesa is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Buddington gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
A short left from Buddington.
Buddington throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Buddington lands a good knee to the midsection. Escargesa won't want to take too many of those.
Escargesa takes a shot to the head.
Escargesa takes a knee to the side of the body.
Buddington tries to throw a body punch but Escargesa avoids it by throwing Buddington back against the cage.
Escargesa takes a knee right on the jaw!
Buddington lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Escargesa.
A nice left hand lands by Buddington. #T3#
Escargesa is working for takedown but Buddington is calmly controlling the position for now.
Buddington lands an elbow that stopped Escargesa in his tracks for a moment.
A knee to the head by Buddington. #ROC2#
Escargesa is rocked!
Buddington has Escargesa pressed up against the cage in a tight Thai clinch. Escargesa is arching his back, trying to avoid the knees but a big one sneaks through from Buddington - that's hurt Escargesa badly! Oh, another knee lands and Escargesa is covering up! The referee steps in to save him - possibly a bit early but Escargesa doesn't seem to be complaining.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Knees). Oliver Buddington!
A very excited looking Oliver Buddington 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: EFFA 168     
Date:   Jul 02, 2016
#R1#
Diego tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Buddington is able to avoid easily.
Diego wants to clinch.
Diego misses with an uppercut. Buddington saw that one coming.
Buddington misses with a body shot.
Diego tries a low kick but Buddington avoids it.
Diego stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Buddington.
Oliver Buddington seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Diego tries to clinch up.
Buddington wants to counter the offense by Diego and move into the clinch position.
Diego lands with an overhand left.
Buddington steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Diego.
Diego throws a poor cross that misses
and Buddington connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Buddington slips a jab from Diego.
It seemed like Buddington was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Buddington misses with a body shot.
Diego finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Diego doesn't manage to clinch there - Buddington circles away.
A nice leg kick lands there from Buddington. #T1#
Buddington misses with a double jab
and Diego counters with a good low kick that Buddington was not able to check.
Buddington uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Diego.
We've been informed that Buddington has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.#CL2#
Buddington forces Diego back against the ropes and clinches.
Diego misses with a body punch.
Our sources have told us that Diego has been working on his elbows in the gym.
Nice body punch from Diego.
Diego misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Buddington throws a knee to the head but misses. #BC2#
Buddington breaks the clinch.
Diego is looking to clinch but Buddington is avoiding it.
Diego keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Buddington.
Diego appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.#CL2#
Buddington moves into range and clinches up with Diego.#BC#
Diego escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Diego lands a head shot.
Buddington misses with a right hand
and Diego counters with an outside leg kick.
Buddington slips under a jab.
Buddington throws a nice outside leg kick.
Buddington throws a head kick that misses
and Diego makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Buddington really felt that one!#T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Diego dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Buddington takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Diego misses with a straight left.
Buddington appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Diego doesn't manage to clinch there - Buddington circles away.
A swing and a miss from Buddington.
Diego will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Buddington appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Buddington takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Diego turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Diego lands a right hook to the body.
Buddington scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Diego doesn't seem bothered though.
Buddington dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Buddington steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Diego.
Buddington takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.#CL2#
Buddington rushes Diego and presses him up against the ropes.
Diego misses with a body punch.
A short left from Diego. #T3#
A short left from Diego. #BC2#
Buddington breaks from the clinch.
Diego avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Diego looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Buddington tries to bum rush Diego with a series of wild strikes but Diego uses good footwork to avoid the assault.#CL#
Diego closes the distance and clinches.
A short right from Buddington.
Buddington misses with the head strike.
Diego tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Diego blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Buddington lands a hook that snaps the head of Diego backwards.
Diego blocking some punches.
Buddington lands a left hand.
Diego cracks Buddington with a nice body shot.
A short body shot lands from Buddington as the two fighters clinch.
Diego on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Diego swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A right hook to the body lands for Buddington. #T4#
Diego is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the ropes.
Diego fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Diego misses with a punch to the body.
Buddington lands with a light punch inside.
Diego goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Diego misses with a body punch.
Buddington scores with a shot to the side of Diego's head.
Diego lands a hook that snaps the head of Buddington backwards.
Diego can't break the clinch.
Diego on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body. #BC2#
Buddington breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Diego misses with a body kick.
Diego fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.#CL2#
Buddington gets in close and instigates a clinch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#BC2#
Buddington pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Diego misses with a kick to the body.
Buddington rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Diego moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Buddington comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
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 Dwan Diego will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Diego shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Buddington uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Diego.
Buddington misses with a looping right.
Diego fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Diego pivots, looking for a leg kick but Buddington is out of range and Diego settles back down.
Buddington jabs Diego to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Buddington changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
A head kick misses from Buddington.
Buddington is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Diego rather than just go for the knockout.
Diego throws a body kick that misses.
Buddington misses with a hook. Diego ducked under it nicely.
Diego throws a wild body kick that Buddington sees coming a mile off.
Buddington looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Diego has managed to clinch.
Buddington working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Buddington is stalling here.
Diego misses with a body punch.
Diego can't find room to land a body shot as Buddington controls the action. #T1#
Diego doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Buddington throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Diegos head.
Buddington missing with knees to the body.
Buddington misses with a punch to the body. #BC#
Diego breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Buddington lands a two punch combo.
Dwan Diego is winning the standup battle so far.
Buddington throws a hook but Diego blocks it.
Buddington lands a slapping body shot.
Buddington drops his hands momentarily and Diego takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. #CL2#
Buddington closes the distance and pushes Diego back into the ropes.
Buddington working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Diego swings wildly with an uppercut but Buddington uses good head movement to avoid it.
Buddington tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Diego avoids it.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Diego lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Buddington backwards.
Diego lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Diego misses with a body punch. #T2#
Diego pushes Buddington back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
Diego lands a hook to the side of the head.
Diego working aggressively here.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Diego as Buddington tries to tie him up.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Diego creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Diego swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Buddington throws a knee to the head but misses.
Buddington unloads a knee to the mid-section.
A nice left hand lands by Diego.
Diego misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Diego throws a punch but it's blocked by Buddington.
Diego struggles to land a body shot inside as Buddington controls his hands.
Diego trying to stall but Buddington improves his position.
A left hand lands to the body for Diego.
Diego misses with a punch to the body.
Buddington throws a head punch that misses.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Diego. #BC2#
Buddington escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #T3#
Diego moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Diego jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Diego scores with a nice head shot.
Diego steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Buddington. That one must have hurt.
Diego tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Buddington was well out of range. Poor timing from Diego.
A combination from Diego does no damage.
Buddington darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Buddington throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Diego slips under a jab.
Buddington turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Buddington thuds his right hand into Diego's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
A looping hook to the body misses from Diego. Buddington does a little dance to reset his feet.
Diego throws a leg kick but Buddington sees it coming and moves out of range.
Buddington tries to counter with a clinch but Diego shakes him off and moves away.
Diego throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Diego throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.#T4#
Buddington connects with a high kick.
Diego lets loose with a powerful body kick. Buddington will feel that in the morning.
Diego digs a good hook to Buddington's body.
Buddington is looking to chop away at Diego's legs.
A slow jab from Buddington misses its intended target.
A decent looking cross lands there for Buddington.
Buddington slips under a jab from Diego.
A jab from Buddington finds it's way through Diego's defenses.
Diego tries to close the distance and clinch up but Buddington swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Buddington looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Diego lands a jab to the head.
Diego scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#CL2#
Buddington closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the ropes.
Diego goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Buddington softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.#BC2#
Buddington escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Oliver Buddington will probably get the nod - 10:9.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R3#
Diego scores with a nice head shot.
Diego swings widly with a right hand
and Buddington counters with a straight right hand.
Diego throws a front kick aimed at Buddington's knee but Buddington avoids it well.
Diego slips a straight right by Buddington.
Diego fails in his attempt to clinch.
Diego misses with a left hand
and Buddington counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Buddington has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Diego.
Diego walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Diego misses with a body punch
and Buddington counters with a nice body kick.
Diego looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Diego throws a nice inside leg kick.
Diego gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Buddington throws a low kick but it's checked well by Diego.
Diego fails with an attempt to clinch. #CL2#
Buddington has managed to clinch. #T1#
Diego tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Diego lands with a short punch from the clinch. #BC2#
Buddington breaks the clinch.
Buddington scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Oliver Buddington is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Diego is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Diego misses with a low kick as Buddington jumps back.#CL2#
Buddington closes the distance and clinches.#BC2#
Buddington breaks from the clinch. #CL2#
Buddington closes the distance and clinches.
Buddington with a knee to the head. #CUT2#
It looks like Dwan Diego has been cut.
Oliver Buddington seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.#BC2#
Buddington breaks from the clinch.
Some bone on bone action there as Buddington checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Buddington misses with a lunging right hand
and Diego cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Jab by Buddington.#T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Diego throws a right hand that Buddington ducks under and follows up with a left that Buddington also avoids with ease.
Buddington looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Nice cross by Diego.
Diego ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Buddington clobbers Diego with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
The crowd cheers as Diego lands an impressive looking overhand right. Buddington doesn't seem phased though.
A nice leg kick lands there from Diego.
Buddington cracks Diego with an open hand slap.
Diego misses with a leg kick
and Buddington connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Diego rushes in with a sloppy looking punch #CL2#
and Buddington holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Buddington fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Diego tries a body shot but Buddington blocks it.
Buddington makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#BC2#
Buddington escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Diego moves forwards but Buddington connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Diego keeps the fight on the outside.#T3##CL2#
Buddington pushes Diego up against the ropes in a clinch.
Buddington has had enough of the clinch but Diego keeps him there for the moment.
Diego tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Buddington's elbow. #BC2#
Buddington breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Diego throws a shot from downtown. Buddington moves away and avoids it.#CL2#
Buddington moves into range and clinches up with Diego.
Diego pushes Buddington back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Good body shot from Diego.
Buddington lands a body shot in the clinch.
A shot in the inside from Diego.
Buddington misses with a short punch on the inside.
Buddington misses with the head strike.
Buddington misses with an elbow strike.
Diego misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A left hand lands to the body for Diego.
Buddington takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#BC2#
Buddington breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Diego keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #T4#
Diego avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#CL2#
Buddington rushes Diego and pushes him back against the ropes in a clinch.
Diego avoiding damage as Buddington throws knees 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 short right from Diego.
A short left from Buddington.
Buddington misses with a hook to the ribs.
Buddington is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Diego is defending well for now.
Still in the clinch, Diego scores with a nice short uppercut.
Diego is trying to stall.
Diego tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Diego works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Diego misses with a short punch on the inside.
Diego tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Buddington's elbow.
Buddington lands a nice knee to the body.
A head punch on the inside from Buddington fails to land.
Diego tries a body shot but Buddington blocks it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Buddington swings wildly with an uppercut but Diego uses good head movement to avoid it.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Nard Betker scores the fight 27:30
Judge Paul Aken scores the fight 29:29
Judge Wagner Zegers scores the fight 28:30

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Oliver Buddington!

Oliver Buddington seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

 

Event: EFFA 166     
Date:   Jun 18, 2016
#R1#
Buddington looks to score with a jab to the body but Garret is just out of range.
Garret ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Garret is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Buddington throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Garret.
Garret tries to land a leg kick but Buddington saw it coming and moves away.
Buddington misses with a wild body shot.
Garret lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Garret with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Nice jab there from Garret.
Garret steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Buddington.
Garret takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Garret throws a front kick aimed at Buddington's knee but Buddington avoids it well.
Garret misses with a body shot.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Buddington 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 Garret has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Garret and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Garret avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Buddington buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Garret throws a lazy uppercut
letting Buddington counter with a right hand. #T1#
Buddington misses with a wild body shot.
Buddington misses with a hook. Garret ducked under it nicely.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Garret! But no joy.
Buddington misses with a looping left.
Garret swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
A telegraphed right hand from Garret misses the target.
A big right from Garret misses.
Garret lands a front kick.
Buddington avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Garret scoring well with a low kick there.
Garret steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Buddington.#CL#
Buddington rushes Garret and pushes him back against the ropes in a clinch.
Garret lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Buddington backwards.
Garret tries a body shot but Buddington blocks it.
Buddington blocking some punches. #BC2#
Garret breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Buddington misses with a straight right.
Garret fakes the leg kick and cracks Buddington in the body.
Garret chopping away at his opponent's legs. #T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Garret misses the shot to the body.
Garret with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Garret.
A chopping leg kick lands by Buddington.
Buddington cracks Garret with a good jab.
Garret connects with a solid leg kick.
Garret keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Garret pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Buddington looks to land a right hand but Garret moved out of range.
Garret avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Garret dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Garret looks to score with a jab to the body but Buddington is just out of range.
Garret fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Buddington tries a head kick but it misses.
Buddington throws a body shot but no joy. #T3#
Buddington ducks under a wild hook from Garret.
Garret changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Buddington drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Buddington walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Garret swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Garret pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Garret avoids the body shot from Buddington.
Garret cracks Buddington with an open hand slap.
Buddington pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Buddington uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Garret.
Buddington uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Garret.
Garret misses with a hook to the body
and Buddington counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Garret has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.
Garret keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Garret looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Buddington throws out a powerful jab.#T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Buddington pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Buddington walks into a stiff left hand from Garret.
Buddington misses the jab.#CL#
Buddington moves into the clinch.
Buddington tries to throw a body punch but Garret avoids it by throwing Buddington back against the ropes.
Buddington looking to throw knees to the head but Garret is blocking nicely. #BC#
Buddington breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Buddington scores with a hook to the body. Garret takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Garret checks the leg kick nicely there. #CL#
Buddington drives through and clinches with Garret against the ropes.
Garret lands an elbow just above Buddington 's eye.
Garret is trying to stall.
Garret lands a shoulder strike.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Garret misses with a hook to the ribs. #BC#
Buddington's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Buddington 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.

Pat Garret dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Buddington checks a leg kick.
Buddington throws an overhand right that lands on Garret's shoulder, as Garret tries to avoid the shot.
Buddington throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Pat Garret seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Buddington blocks a head kick by Garret.
A little feinted left hand from Buddington on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Buddington connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Garret's hands.
Garret misses with an uppercut.
Buddington jabs Garret to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Garret misses with a hook
and Garret takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Garret scores with the left hand. Buddington knows he should have avoided that one.
Garret throws a hook to the side of Buddington's head but Buddington sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Buddington gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Garret ducks under a wild hook from Buddington.
Garret lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Buddington at a distance.
Garret scores with a head kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Garret fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Buddington.
A chopping leg kick lands by Garret. #T1#
Garret throws a body shot but no joy.
Buddington throws a leg kick
and Garret counters with a straight right hand.
Nice body kick from Garret.
Garret throws a looping overhand right but Buddington ducks down to avoid it.
Garret misses with an uppercut
and Buddington cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Garret throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Buddington is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Garret takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Garret scores with a leg kick.
Nice shot lands for Garret.
That kick from Garret tenderised Buddington's leg. Buddington is trying to keep his angry face on.#CL#
Buddington has closed the distance and engaged Garret in a clinch.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Garret swings wildly with an uppercut but Buddington uses good head movement to avoid it.
Buddington misses with a hook from the clinch.
Garret lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #T2#
Garret blocks an elbow strike from Buddington.
Garret blocking some punches.
Garret content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Garret lands a hook to the side of the head.
Our sources have told us that Buddington has been working on his elbows in the gym.#BC#
Buddington escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Buddington slips under a jab.
Buddington thows a left - swing and a miss!
Garret misses with a looping left.
Buddington on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Buddington throws a lazy right hand but Garret sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Buddington is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Garret.
Garret moves out of range as Buddington strikes.
Garret has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Garret throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Buddington throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Garret is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Garret swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Buddington takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.#T3#
Buddington on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Garret looks to score with a jab to the body but Buddington is just out of range.
Buddington misses with a lunging right hand
and Garret counters with a body kick that stops Buddington in his tracks momentarily.
Buddington avoids a kick to the body.
Buddington swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Garret throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Garret digs a good hook to Buddington's body.
Buddington walks into a jab.
Garret works Buddington's body with a nice hook.
Garret throws a wild body kick that Buddington sees coming a mile off.
Garret throws a low kick but Buddington avoids it.
A shot to the body from Buddington misses
and Garret counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Garret takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Garret scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Buddington connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.#T4#
Buddington tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Buddington checks a leg kick.
Buddington is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Buddington takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Garret takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Jab, jab by Garret - just one landing.
Garret works Buddington's body with a nice hook.
Jab, jab by Garret - just one landing.
Garret dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Garret misses with a looping right.
Garret moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Garret thuds his right hand into Buddington's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Buddington has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Buddington there as he acknowledges the shot.#ROC2#
Buddington is rocked!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Pat Garret showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R3#
Garret cracks Buddington with a perfect right hand that drops him to the mat! Buddington is sitting up but I can't see if he's OK from my position. The referee's count has reached 5,6,7 and Buddington is still not up. Can he make it? 8,9,10! He's out! Buddington could not beat the count!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:05 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Pat Garret!
A victorious Pat Garret thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

 

Event: EFFA 162     
Date:   May 21, 2016
#R1##CL2#
Sackrider gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Buddington misses with a knee strike.
Buddington has a couple of punches blocked by Sackrider.
Sackrider blocks a body shot from Buddington.
Buddington tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Sackrider's elbow.
Buddington stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Our sources have told us that Buddington has been working on his knees in the buildup to the fight.
Sackrider missing with knees to the body.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Buddington.
Buddington lands a right hand that snaps the head of Sackrider backwards.
Buddington scores with a nice hook to the head.
Buddington lands a nice uppercut.
Buddington struggles to land a body shot inside as Sackrider controls his hands.
Sackrider misses with the head strike.
Sackrider tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Buddington avoids it.
Sackrider on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Nice body punch from Buddington.
Buddington is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Sackrider is defending well for now.
Buddington working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
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!
Buddington lands on the inside with an uppercut.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Sackrider.
Buddington on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body. #T1#
Buddington is working Sackrider over against the ropes.
Sackrider told us before the fight that he's been working on his elbows. An under utilised technique these days - let's see if it can sway the outcome of the fight.
Buddington tries to work over Sackrider's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Buddington looking to throw knees to the head but Sackrider is blocking nicely.
Buddington lands a knee to the body.
Sackrider looks winded!
Sackrider takes a knee to the side of the body.
Sackrider avoiding damage as Buddington throws knees to the body.
A short right from Buddington.
Buddington working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Buddington trying to land knees to the body.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Buddington creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
A left hand lands to the body for Buddington.
Sackrider avoiding damage as Buddington throws knees to the body.
Buddington misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Buddington slowing the pace effectively.
Buddington takes a shot to the head.
Buddington lands a knee to the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Sackrider throws a punch but it's blocked by Buddington.
Buddington with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Buddington misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Sackrider. #T2#
Sackrider misses with a hook from the clinch.
Buddington blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Buddington content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Buddington can't find room to land a body shot as Sackrider controls the action.
Sackrider blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Sackrider tries to land knees in the clinch but Buddington avoids the damage to the body.
Buddington lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Buddington tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Buddington prevents Sackrider from breaking the clinch.
Buddington lands a body punch.
Buddington doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Buddington landing some nice looking knees to the body.
A frustrated look appears on Sackrider's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Sackrider has a couple of punches blocked by Buddington.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Buddington.
Buddington lands with a short shot to the head.
Buddington on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Sackrider's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#T3#
Sackrider is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the ropes.
Buddington scores with a nice hook to the head.
Sackrider prevents a body shot from Buddington.
Buddington misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Sackrider.
Buddington is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Sackrider is defending well for now.
Sackrider is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Buddington is defending well for now.
Buddington lands a nice shot to the body.
Sackrider is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Buddington is defending well for now.
Buddington blocking some punches.
Sackrider misses with the head strike.
Buddington scores with a shoulder strike.
Sackrider makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
A nice right hand lands inside from Buddington. #ROC#
Sackrider is rocked!
Buddington throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Sackriders head.
Sackrider is still on wobbly legs! Can Buddington finish him?
Buddington lands a right hand that snaps the head of Sackrider backwards.
Buddington is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Buddington breaks the clinch momentarily and cracks Sackrider with a big right hook that drops him to the canvas! Sackrider looks like he might be in big trouble here! The referee has started the count straight away and we're up to 5 already. Sackrider get to one knee - can he make it back to his feet? No, he's flopped back to the mat - he's out - this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Oliver Buddington!
Oliver Buddington thanked the fans post fight for their support.
In defeat, Kyle Sackrider stepped up to the mic, saying 'Back to the drawing board I'll be back!!!!'.

 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 

 
 
 
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