Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: UGD 73:Sturm Vs Gower
Date: Sep 01, 2017

#R1#
Gallagher throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Shango is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Gallagher misses with a hook.
Shango wants to counter the offense by Gallagher and move into the clinch position.
Shango has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Gallagher is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Shango takes one on the button.
Shango on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Gallagher. Gallagher obviously looking to wear him down.
Shango checks the leg kick.
A nice inside leg kick there by Gallagher. That's going to slow Shango down.
Gallagher lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shango keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Shango drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Gallagher defends it well.
Gallagher's jab looks to have found its range, popping Shango under the eye.
That kick from Gallagher tenderised Shango's leg. Shango is trying to keep his angry face on.#T1#
Gallagher tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Shango was well out of range. Poor timing from Gallagher.
Shango tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Gallagher throws a lazy uppercut #TD2#
and Shango decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Gallagher's guard.#ES#
Gallagher has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Shango off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
Gallagher just misses with a punch to the body.
Gallagher misses with a looping left.
Shango is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Jab by Gallagher.
Good exchange - Gallagher coming out on top.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Gallagher throws a hook but Shango avoids it easily.
Shango is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Gallagher throws a hook but Shango avoids it easily.
Shango changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Gallagher rushes in with a sloppy looking punch #TD2#
and Shango counters with a single leg into guard. Gallagher didn't expect that. #T2#
Gallagher lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Shango keeping moving, preventing Gallagher from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Shango working for a triangle but Gallagher defends it easily.
Gallagher trying to control but Shango is working from the bottom.
Shango wants to sweep but no luck.
Shango is trying to keep Gallagher in close. #T3#
Shango has a closed guard, preventing Gallagher from standing up.
Gallagher won't allow Shango to sweep him here.
Shango trying to control the position here. #SUB2#
Shango looking for a guillotine here but Gallagher defends easily. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Gallagher not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Shango keeping full guard, as Gallagher tries to pass.
Gallagher stopping the sweep attempt from Shango.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Shango has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
We've been told by Gallagher's head coaches at LOD: Contenders (Max ID290) that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
A jab from Gallagher misses.
Shango tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Gallagher throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Shango stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Gallagher scores with a nice strike.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Philip Gallagher dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Gallagher swings for the body but Shango moves out of range.
Gallagher throws a front kick aimed at Shango's knee but Shango avoids it well.
Gallagher throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Gallagher pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Gallagher sets himself, and Shango steps forward looking for the clinch! Gallagher avoids it this time.
A looping hook to the body misses from Gallagher. Shango does a little dance to reset his feet.
Gallagher uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Shango doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shango blocks a head kick by Gallagher.
Shango moves out of range of the strikes.
Shango tries to counter with a clinch but Gallagher shakes him off and moves away.
Gallagher waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Shango.#T1#
Gallagher throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Shango steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Gallagher.
Philip Gallagher is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Gallagher throws a body punch but Shango moves out of range.
Gallagher scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Gallagher misses with a body shot.
Shango tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Gallagher throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Shango stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Gallagher scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Shango uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Gallagher.
Shango drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Gallagher defends it well.
Shango takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Gallagher misses with a straight right.
Shango steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Gallagher.#T2#
Shango displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Gallagher throws out the jab.
Gallagher throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Shango tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Gallagher is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Shango can do to turn this around?
Good leg kick by Gallagher there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Gallagher buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Gallagher fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Donk. Gallagher catches Shango right on the button with a cross.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Gallagher is looking to slow Shango down with leg kicks.
Gallagher thows a leg kick but Shango checks it #TD2#
and Shango counters with a takedown into side control. #ES#
Gallagher explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there! #T3#
Gallagher thows a leg kick but Shango checks it #TD2#
and Shango counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Shango.
Shango pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Gallagher is keeping the position for now.
Gallagher is trying to keep Shango in close.
Shango with a flurry of punches that miss.
Shango engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Shango postures up.
Shango wants to pass the guard but Gallagher is keeping the position.
Shango keeps trying to improve his position.#T4#
Gallagher not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Gallagher throws a leg kick which misses Shango's front leg but catches the back leg as Shango tries to avoid it.
Gallagher throws a hook but Shango avoids it easily.
Gallagher lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Gallagher scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Gallagher lands with an overhand left.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Philip Gallagher 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#
Shango takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Gallagher throws a leg kick but Shango sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Gallagher throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Shango steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Gallagher.
Philip Gallagher seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Shango keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Gallagher.
Shango with the counter takedown but Gallagher avoids it easily.
Gallagher throws a hook but Shango blocks it.
Gallagher goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Philip Gallagher is winning the standup battle so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shango checks the leg kick.
Shango tries to counter by closing the distance.
Gallagher misses with a wild body shot.
And Shango tries to counter it with a takedown but Gallagher pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Gallagher throws a shot to the body. #T1#
Gallagher throws a leg kick #TD2#
and Shango counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Gallagher!
Shango has control of an arm but Gallagher manages to advance to Shango's back!
Gallagher not allowing Shango to control his hands.
Gallagher controlling well, preventing Shango from escaping the position.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Gallagher's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
Shango tries to roll but Gallagher sticks to his back.
Gallagher gets his hands free as Shango looks to control.
Gallagher tries to get the hooks in deep but Shango pushed the leg off.
Shango is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Shango breaks Gallagher's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Papa Shango has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Gallagher can't keep his opponent in guard - Shango advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #SUB2#
Shango seems to be working for a kimura but Gallagher defends the submission attempt.
Shango working over Gallagher with some ground and pound. Gallagher looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Gallagher wants to control but Shango is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Shango not landing any meaningful shots this time. #SUB2#
Gallagher is defending against the submission attempts here by Shango.
Shango is controlling the pace. #T3#
Gallagher is holding on to half guard well.
Gallagher has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Shango is working away from the top position though.
Shango trying to control the action but Gallagher is working from the bottom.
Shango wants to free his trapped foot but Gallagher is holding on for dear life with his legs.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Gallagher looks like he's trying to stand up.
Gallagher trying to control but Shango postures up.
Papa Shango has got the better of the ground game so far.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Gallagher moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Gallagher working a defensive guard here.
Shango tries to free his leg and advance position but Gallagher is retaining full guard.
Shango pushes down on Gallagher's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Shango prevents Gallagher from standing back up. #SUB2#
Shango is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Gallagher doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Shango.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Gallagher is trying to get back to full guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Philip Gallagher.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Gallagher, 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 Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 30:27
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 30:27
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Philip Gallagher!
Philip Gallagher took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Humanoid Nutrition (160Q for 180$) for their support in the buildup to the fight.

Event: UGD 68:Man Vs Napoleon
Date: Jul 29, 2017

#R1##CL#
Pappalardo has managed to clinch.
Shango jumps guard but Pappalardo turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. #TD2#
Shango decides to pull guard.
Pappalardo trying to control the position from guard on top but Shango is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Pappalardo trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Shango is adopting a defensive guard.
Pappalardo stopping the sweep attempt from Shango.
Shango keeps trying to improve his position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Shango had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Pappalardo defends it easily.#SUB2#
Shango is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T1#
Shango wants to sweep but no luck.
Pappalardo would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
Shango is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Pappalardo 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.
Pappalardo trying to control but Shango is working from the bottom.
Shango lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Shango is pushing down on Pappalardo's leg trying to pass to half guard. Pappalardo is fighting to maintain full guard but Shango has managed to sneak the leg through.#SUB2#
Pappalardo is looking to regain full guard. He's left an arm up in the air though and Shango has latched onto it... Big trouble! Shango pivots for an armbar - it's in tight and it Pappalardo is tapping in no time flat! Great counter grappling there from Shango!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Papa Shango!
In his post fight interview, Papa Shango started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

Event: UGD 65:Pulkkinen Vs Cotto
Date: Jul 08, 2017

#R1#
Moshington lands with a shot to the body.
Shango on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Moshington throws a predictable looking body shot #TD2#
and Shango counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Moshington!
Moshington wants to control but Shango postures up.
Shango controls the position from side control.
Shango trying to control the position but Moshington is working away. #SUB2#
Shango working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Shango trying to control the action but Moshington is working from the bottom.
Sloppy strikes there by Shango.#T1#
Shango trying to control the action but Moshington is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Shango is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Moshington knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Moshington is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Moshington's coaches at LOD: Contenders (Max ID290) have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.
Shango missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Shango wants to pass to mount but Moshington is defending the position.
Shango passes the guard and advances to mount!
Moshington holds of for dear life.#T2#
Moshington is trying to escape the mount.
Shango avoids the attempt from Moshington to control.
Shango can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Moshington is looking to escape.
Moshington is trying desperately to improve position.#T3#
Shango wants to control the pace but Moshington is squirming around nicely.
Moshington wriggling around on the bottom manages to avoid the strikes thrown by Shango. #SUB2#
Shango jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Moshington manages to avoid the submission attempt. #SUB2#
Shango is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Moshington knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB2#
Shango goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Moshington has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Shango but great work by Moshington.#T4#
Moshington throws a strike aimed at the side of Shango's head but Shango avoids it well.
Moshington working the ground and pound but Shango is defending the strikes.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Shango is trying to improve his position.
Moshington gets to mount! Shango was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly.
Shango tries to reverse the position but Moshington maintains control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Shango is squirming around, avoiding Moshington's attempts to control the action.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Papa Shango will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Moshington scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Moshington fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Shango looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Moshington looks to score with a jab to the body but Shango is just out of range.
Shango feints the counter takedown.
Moshington connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Moshington tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Shango was well out of range. Poor timing from Moshington.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shango walks into a jab.
Moshington misses with a hook #TD2#
and Shango counters with a takedown into side control.
Shango wants to lay and pray for a moment but Moshington keeps working. #T1#
Moshington struggling a bit here.
Papa Shango has got the better of the ground game so far.
Moshington manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Shango slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Shango keeping moving, preventing Moshington from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Shango had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Moshington defends it easily.
Shango wants to hit a switch here but Moshington passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Shango there! #T2#
Shango gets back to half guard.
Moshington is looking to advance position but Shango won't allow it.
Shango is trying to get back to full guard.
Shango is looking to control Moshington's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Shango avoid being mounted?
Moshington wants to control but Shango is keeping him busy.
Moshington scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Moshington not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #T3#
Shango keeping hold of Moshington's head, controlling as best he can.
Shango wants to control but Moshington passes into side.
Moshington trying to control the action but Shango is working from the bottom.
Shango is trying to get back to half guard.
You can see the frustration on Shango's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Shango tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Moshington wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Moshington working the strikes but Shango uses the opportunity to regain half guard.
Moshington seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Shango is looking for a sweep. Moshington is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Shango trying to hold on to Moshington's head to control him but Moshington postures up.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Shango is in trouble now - Moshington has advanced to mount!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

George Moshington dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Shango takes one to the side of the head.
Moshington with a jab.
Moshington throws an ugly left hook that misses #CL2#
and Shango counters by clinching up. #BC#
Moshington breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Moshington swings widly with a right hand #TD2#
and Shango counters with a takedown into side control.
Moshington wants to control but Shango postures up.
Shango laying and praying for a moment but Moshington takes advantage and regains half guard.
Shango looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #T1#
Moshington is trying to control but can't. #SUB2#
Shango is working for a kimura but Moshington is defending it quite comfortably.
Moshington gets back to full guard.
Moshington wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Shango is now in half guard.
Moshington wants to improve his position but Shango is controlling well.
Moshington is trying to control but can't. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Moshington preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Moshington trying to control from the bottom.
Shango trying to pass the guard but Moshington defending well. #SUB2#
Shango is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Moshington is just riding it out for now. Shango eventually gives up the hold. #T3#
Moshington trying to hold on to Shango's head to control him but Shango postures up.
Moshington is trying is best to control the position here. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Moshington throws a series of punches but Shango moves out of range.
Shango changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
A right-left combo lands from Moshington.
Moshington uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Moshington scores with a hook to the body. Shango takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
George Moshington seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T4#
Shango takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Moshington just misses with a punch to the body.
Moshington swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Moshington ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Moshington tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Shango was well out of range. Poor timing from Moshington.
Moshington pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Moshington connects with a nice looking jab.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Moshington throws a jab but it's blocked by Shango.

And that's the end of the fight!
George Moshington showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Moshington 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 Andrew Berry scores the fight 29:28
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 29:28
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... George Moshington!
George Moshington very nearly forgot to thank Aspire Clothing amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.

Event: UGD 62:Wayne Vs Hart
Date: Jun 17, 2017

#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Tonon looks to throw the jab but Shango is out of range.
Shango feinted with a counter takedown.
Tonon thows a left - swing and a miss!
Shango is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Tonon.
Shango gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Tonon.
Tonon jabs Shango to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Tonon throws a series of punches but Shango avoids them all with ease.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tonon throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Shango drops down looking for a counter takedown but Tonon sprawls and moves away.
Tonon missing with a left hand there. Shango was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Shango drops down looking for a counter takedown but Tonon sprawls and moves away.#T1#
Shango keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tonon connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Shango momentarily.
Tonon ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Shango moves away.
Shango attempts a counter takedown but Tonon avoids it well and moves away.
Tonon takes a swing at Shango's ribcage but misses.
Shango half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Tonon lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Tonon wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Shango looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#T2#
Tonon throws a jab but it's blocked by Shango.
Shango feinted with a counter takedown.
Tonon lands with a straight right. Shango didn't see that one coming.
Tonon pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Tonon loads up on a big right hand but Shango slips the punch.
Tonon lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Tonon jabbing away but nothing is landing. #T3#
Tonon just misses with a punch to the body.
Shango is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Tonon.
Tonon throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Shango stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Tonon misses with a straight left.
As Tonon tries to get set, Shango tries to push him back and clinch up but Tonon manages to avoid the attempt.
A jab from Tonon misses.
Tonon throws an overhand right that lands on Shango's shoulder, as Shango tries to avoid the shot.
Shango changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Shango slips a jab from Tonon.
Shango wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.#T4#
Shango blocks a jab.
Shango changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Nice straight punches there by Tonon. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Tonon.
Shango avoids the body shot from Tonon.
Shango appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Tonon pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Tonon swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tonon lands a nice hook to Shango's body. Shango takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Gary Tonon 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#
Tonon lands a nice hook to Shango's body. Shango takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Tonon works Shango's body with a nice hook.
Gary Tonon seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tonon throws a sloppy body shot #TD#
and Shango counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Tonon!
Tonon is looking for a sweep.
Tonon sneaks back into half guard.
Tonon holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shango is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Tonon wants to control the action here but instead Shango manages to pass to full mount!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Shango is in the full mount, landing strikes.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Shango pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.#T1#
Tonon can't escape the position.
Shango can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Tonon is looking to escape.
Shango controlling from mount.
Tonon sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Shango is trying to control. Tonon wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Shango is thwarting Tonon's attempts to control the position.
Tonon has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Shango wants to control but Tonon is keeping him busy.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Shango prevents Tonon from improving his position.
Tonon wants to control but Shango is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T2#
Tonon is doing well to control the position and prevent Shango from advancing to side control.
Shango is looking to take a break and control but Tonon is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Tonon tries to get to full guard but Shango has control of the leg.
Tonon is in trouble now - Shango has advanced to mount!
Tonon tries to hold on but Shango postures up.
Shango controlling from the full mount.
Tonon tries to lock up and control but Shango gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Tonon is trying to escape the mount.
Shango tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T3#
Shango wants to control the pace but Tonon is squirming around nicely.
Tonon is desperately trying to improve his position but Shango has a good base and remains in mount.
Tonon wants to control but Shango is having none of it.
Tonon is squirming around, avoiding Shango's attempts to control the action. #SUB#
Tonon tries to improve his position but Shango has taken his back! Shango has a choke - it's sunk in pretty tight... Will Tonon tap? No... maybe... yes! He's tapped! Shango pushes Tonon away and gets up to celebrate with his corner!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:49 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Papa Shango!
Papa Shango was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.

Event: UGD 55:Tanaka Vs Shevchenko II
Date: Apr 29, 2017

#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.#CL#
Hart clinches up with Shango and pushes him back against the cage.
Hart misses with the head strike. #TD2#
Shango has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Hart uses from the top position.
Shango is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Hart tries to free his leg and advance position but Shango is retaining full guard.
Shango not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Hart stopping the sweep attempt from Shango.
Shango keeps trying to improve his position.
Shango is trying to control the position but Hart postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hart is stalling in the full guard.
Hart knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Shango on the ground.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.#T1##REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#KD#
Hart lands a left and a right that send Shango crashing to the mat, dazed. Hart thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!#ROC#
Shango is rocked!#CUT#
It looks like Papa Shango has been cut.
Shango checks a low kick from Hart.
Jab from Hart.
Shango is still on wobbly legs! Can Hart finish him?#T2#
Shango leaves his chin hanging out and Hart seizes the opportunity with an uppercut! Shango crumbles to the floor in a heap! The referee steps in and tends to the downed fighter! What a knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:06 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Kevin Hart!
Kevin Hart tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool.

Event: UGD 52:Shevchenko Vs Tanaka
Date: Apr 08, 2017

#R1#
Shango slips under a jab.
Sakamoto feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Shango's calf.
Sakamoto connects with a good right hand that stumbles Shango. Shango circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Sakamoto lands a jab.
Shango stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Sakamoto.
Shango gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Sakamoto throws a leg kick which misses Shango's front leg but catches the back leg as Shango tries to avoid it.
Sakamoto throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Shango wants to counter the offense by Sakamoto and move into the clinch position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice jab there from Sakamoto.
Shango takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Sakamoto throws a leg kick #TD2#
and Shango counters with a shoot takedown. Sakamoto fights it but they end up in guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Shango trying to control but Sakamoto is working from the bottom. #T1#
Sakamoto has Shango pulled in close to control his posture.
Sakamoto looking for a sweep. Not yet Sakamoto, not yet.
Sakamoto controlling Shango's posture.
Shango trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Shango is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Sakamoto seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Shango looking to pass the guard. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Shango trying to control the position from guard on top but Sakamoto is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Shango has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Sakamoto.
Sakamoto lands with a nice body kick.
Sakamoto throws a jab when Shango was well out of range.
Sakamoto with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Sakamoto throws a body punch but Shango moves out of range.
Shango changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Sakamoto is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight.
A big left from Sakamoto misses.
Shango changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Sakamoto swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
And Shango tries to counter it with a takedown but Sakamoto pushes his down on his head and steps out.#T3#
Sakamoto connects with a good right hand that stumbles Shango. Shango circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Shango takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Sakamoto changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Sakamoto cracks the inside of Shango's front leg.
Sakamoto attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
And Shango tries to counter it with a takedown but Sakamoto pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Sakamoto waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Shango.
Shango tries to counter by closing the distance.
Sakamoto misses with a wild body shot.
And Shango tries to counter it with a takedown but Sakamoto pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Sakamoto scores with the left hand. Shango knows he should have avoided that one.
Sakamoto feints and then cracks Shango's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Shango down.
Sakamoto thows a leg kick but Shango checks it #TD2#
and Shango counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Sakamoto!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Sakamoto is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Shango's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.#SUB2#
Shango is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Sakamoto sees it coming and defends easily.#T4#
Shango wants to pass the guard but Sakamoto is defending well.
The fighters are battling for position here. Sakamoto manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Shango wants to control from the top but Sakamoto keeps moving.
Shango is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Shango looking to pass the guard.
Shango trying to control the position from guard on top but Sakamoto is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sakamoto is trying to control the position from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Hiroshimo Sakamoto dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Sakamoto throws a low kick but it's checked well by Shango.
Shango feints the counter takedown.
Shango takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Shango on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Sakamoto feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Shango's calf.
Sakamoto throws a body kick that misses.
Sakamoto lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Sakamoto turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Sakamoto throws a leg kick but Shango sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Shango wants to counter with a clinch but Sakamoto pushes him away.
Sakamoto tests Shango's chin there with a solid looking shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sakamoto misses with a hook. Shango ducked under it nicely.
Sakamoto sets himself, and Shango steps forward looking for the clinch! Sakamoto avoids it this time.
Shango uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Sakamoto.
Sakamoto tried to score with a low kick but Shango checks it.
Sakamoto throws a quick inside leg kick. #T1#
Shango has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Sakamoto finds it's way round the side to connect with Shango's head.
Shango blocks a leg kick.
Sakamoto throws an ugly left hook that misses #TD2#
so Shango counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Sakamoto looking for a sweep. Not yet Sakamoto, not yet.
Shango wants to control from the top but Sakamoto keeps moving.
Shango tries to free his leg and advance position but Sakamoto is retaining full guard.
Shango wants to control from the top but Sakamoto keeps moving.
Shango stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Sakamoto swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T2#
Shango is stalling in the full guard.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Sakamoto holds on and takes a little breather.
Papa Shango has got the better of the ground game so far.
Shango tries to free his leg and advance position but Sakamoto is retaining full guard. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Sakamoto tries to land a body kick#TD2#
and Shango counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Shango is trying to control. Sakamoto wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Sakamoto has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Shango is working away from the top position though.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#SUB2#
Shango is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Sakamoto has managed to free his arm - good work.
Shango tries to pass to full mount but Sakamoto defends it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Sakamoto is controlling Shango's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Shango is looking to pass Sakamoto's guard but actually Sakamoto recovers to full guard.
Shango trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Shango trying to control the position from guard on top but Sakamoto is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Shango is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Shango wants to control from the top but Sakamoto keeps moving. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Sakamoto wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Sakamoto has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Sakamoto thows a leg kick but Shango checks it #TD2#
and Shango decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Sakamoto's guard.
Shango pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Sakamoto is keeping the position for now.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Shango is still trying to improve position.
Shango works a leg free and moves into half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Papa Shango will probably get the nod - 10:9.
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. 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#
Shango takes a jab right on the kisser.
Sakamoto feints and then cracks Shango's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Shango down.
Sakamoto scoring well with a low kick there.
Hiroshimo Sakamoto seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sakamoto is looking to slow Shango down with leg kicks.
Sakamoto lands a nice looking body shot.
Sakamoto throws a solid leg kick but Shango takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Sakamoto.
Sakamoto lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Sakamoto scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sakamoto slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Shango's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
A low kick from Sakamoto misses #TD2#
and Shango counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Sakamoto keeping moving, preventing Shango from controlling successfully.
Sakamoto is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Shango can do to turn this around?
Shango is looking to pass into half guard but Sakamoto pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Sakamoto is in guard.#REVR##T1#
Shango has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #SUB2#
Shango escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Sakamoto gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Sakamoto is stalling in the full guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Sakamoto accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Sakamoto stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Shango swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Shango looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Shango holds on and takes a little breather.
Sakamoto slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. #SUB2#
Shango is looking for a triangle here but Sakamoto uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Sakamoto tries to move into full mount but can't pass Shango's legs.
Shango sneaks back into half guard.#T3#
Shango wants to get back to full guard.
Sakamoto content to control rather than advance.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Shango is pressing down on Sakamoto's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Shango working a defensive guard here.
Shango looking for a sweep. Not yet Shango, not yet.
Sakamoto controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Sakamoto trying to control but Shango is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Sakamoto lands with a nice body punch. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Sakamoto thows a left - swing and a miss!
Sakamoto throws a good cross that connects.
Papa Shango is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Sakamoto fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Shango checks it well.
Sakamoto pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
And Shango tries to counter it with a takedown but Sakamoto pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Sakamoto throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Shango tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Sakamoto thumps Shango with a low kick.
Shango with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Sakamoto to score with a decent uppercut.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Sakamoto misses with an uppercut. Shango saw that one coming.
Sakamoto throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Shango stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Sakamoto misses with the combination.

And that's the end of the fight!
Hiroshimo Sakamoto showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Sakamoto 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 Paul Tew scores the fight 29:28
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 29:28
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Hiroshimo Sakamoto!
Hiroshimo Sakamoto looked relieved post fight as he said the following; 'Still worried about my eyes tough guy?'.

Event: UGD 50:Palmer Vs Buster
Date: Mar 25, 2017

#R1#
Shango dodges the punch combination from La Bor.
Shango is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from La Bor.
La Bor misses the shot to the body.
Shango half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
La Bor misses with a kick to the body #TD#
and Shango counters with a nice double leg into guard.
La Bor controls Shango momentarily but Shango frees himself.
Shango sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed La Bor's guard.
La Bor wants to improve his position but Shango is controlling well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
La Bor is still trying to improve position.
Shango seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #T1#
Shango prevents La Bor from improving his position.
La Bor trying to hold on to Shango's head to control him but Shango postures up.
Shango perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
La Bor is looking to control Shango's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can La Bor avoid being mounted?#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
La Bor is looking for a sweep. Shango is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
La Bor trying to control but Shango postures up.
Shango tries to pass to full mount but La Bor defends it.
La Bor wants to get back to full guard.
La Bor is refusing to be controlled, as Shango sits in half guard. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
La Bor misses with a looping left.
La Bor looks to score with a jab to the body but Shango is just out of range.
Shango appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Shango blocks a jab.
Shango seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Jab from La Bor.
Manuel La Bor seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T3#
Shango bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
La Bor ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
La Bor throws a leg kick #CL#
and Shango counters by clinching up. #TD#
Shango ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Shango no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
La Bor won't allow Shango to sweep him here.
Shango is working hard here to advance position.
La Bor trying to control the position from guard on top but Shango is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Shango is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Shango keeping full guard, as La Bor tries to pass. #T4##SUB#
Shango had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. La Bor defends it easily.
Shango is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Shango trying to control the position here.
La Bor wants to pass the guard but Shango is keeping the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Shango keeping moving, preventing La Bor from controlling successfully.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Shango has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but La Bor can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Papa Shango dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
La Bor misses with a two punch combination.
Shango changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
La Bor lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Shango at a distance.
La Bor looks to land a body kick but Shango moved away.
La Bor tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Shango was well out of range. Poor timing from La Bor.
La Bor tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Shango was well out of range. Poor timing from La Bor.
Shango half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Shango ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Shango tries to counter with a takedown but La Bor is quick to defend against it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
La Bor is looking to slow Shango down with leg kicks.
La Bor is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Shango rather than just go for the knockout.
La Bor throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
La Bor fakes the leg kick and cracks Shango in the body. #T1#
Shango blocks a jab.
Shango seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
La Bor swings and misses with a hook to the body.
La Bor scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
La Bor throws a leg kick that is checked#TD#
and Shango counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Shango.
Shango passes into half guard. #SUB#
Shango is trying to work for a kimura but La Bor is defending well.
La Bor is refusing to be controlled, as Shango sits in half guard. #T2#
La Bor is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Shango's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Shango's back!
La Bor is hanging on to Shango's back as he tries to escape.
La Bor is trying to stick to Shango's back but Shango is turning into La Bor. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in La Bor's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Shango.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Shango postures up.
Shango trying to control but La Bor is working from the bottom.
Shango trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Shango is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! La Bor is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! La Bor has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB#
Shango keeping moving, preventing La Bor from controlling successfully.
La Bor pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Shango is keeping the position for now. #T3#
La Bor trying to control but Shango is working from the bottom.
Shango not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
La Bor looking to sit in guard and control but Shango gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Shango won't allow La Bor to sweep him here.
La Bor keeping full guard, as Shango tries to pass.
La Bor tries to land a sweep but no joy.
La Bor keeping moving, preventing Shango from controlling successfully.
Shango looking to pass the guard. #T4#
La Bor looking to hit a scissor sweep but Shango is one step ahead there.
La Bor is pulling down on Shango's head. It's preventing any offense from Shango, at least for the moment.
La Bor looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
La Bor keeps trying to improve his position.#SUB#
Shango drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Shango jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Shango wants to control from the top but La Bor keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Manuel La Bor 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#
La Bor digs a good body shot into Shango's ribs.
La Bor dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
La Bor throws a leg kick #TD#
and Shango counters with a nice double leg into guard.
La Bor looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Shango wants to control from the top but La Bor keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shango is pushing down on La Bor's leg trying to pass to half guard. La Bor is fighting to maintain full guard but Shango has managed to sneak the leg through.
Shango sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. La Bor defending well though.
Shango is keen to just control but La Bor is a slippery customer.#T1#
La Bor wants to control but Shango is keeping busy.
Shango lands with a punch from half guard.
La Bor wants to control but Shango is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Shango looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
La Bor is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB#
Shango is working for a kimura but La Bor is defending it quite comfortably. #SUB#
Shango is working for a submission of some sort. #SUB#
Shango looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
La Bor is looking to control Shango's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can La Bor avoid being mounted?#T3##SUB#
Shango is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
La Bor is holding on to half guard well.#SUB#
Shango looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Shango prevents La Bor from improving his position.#T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Shango wants to lay and pray for a moment but La Bor keeps working.
La Bor felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Papa Shango overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
Shango is sneakily working for an arm triangle but La Bor sees it coming and defends easily.
La Bor slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Shango tries to free his leg and advance position but La Bor is retaining full guard.
Shango stops La Bor from standing up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
La Bor keeping moving, preventing Shango from controlling successfully.
La Bor tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Shango wants to pass the guard but La Bor is keeping the position.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.

And that's the end of the fight!
Papa Shango showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Shango 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 Daniel Bishop scores the fight 29:28
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 29:28
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Papa Shango!
A less than humble Papa Shango misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.
Manuel La Bor spoke after the fight, saying 'I am off to the gym,..we will see each other again.'.

Event: UGD 43:Moore Vs Fist
Date: Feb 04, 2017

#R1#
Trash cracks the inside of Shango's front leg.
Trash is looking to score with low kicks.
Shango attempts a counter takedown but Trash avoids it well and moves away.
Trash connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Trash throws a nice outside leg kick.
Shango stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Trash.
Trash uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Trash.
Trash pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Shango attempts a counter takedown but Trash avoids it well and moves away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Trash throws a leg kick #TD#
and Shango counters with a nice double leg into half guard. #SUB#
Shango is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Trash is just riding it out for now. Shango eventually gives up the hold.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#SUB#
Shango is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Trash is just riding it out for now. Shango eventually gives up the hold. #T1#
Trash is looking to improve his position.
Shango looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #SUB#
Shango is trying for a kimura here. Trash looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Shango wins by kimura!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Papa Shango!
Papa Shango decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.

Event: Highland Games 208
Date: Sep 22, 2016

#R1#
Van Gaal misses with a hook. Shango ducked under it nicely.
Van Gaal jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Van Gaal scores with a shot to the body.
Shango takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Van Gaal looks to land a right hand but Shango moved out of range.
Van Gaal ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Van Gaal fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Van Gaal throws a leg kick that is checked#TD#
and Shango counters with a shoot takedown into half guard. #ES2#
Van Gaal kicks off Shango and gets to his feet.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Shango drops his hands momentarily and Van Gaal takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Shango staying out of range there.#T1##KD2#
Van Gaal lands a big uppercut and Shango crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Shango looks OK. Van Gaal waves Shango back to his feet!#ROC2#
Shango is rocked!
Van Gaal lands with a massive overhand right! Stick a fork in Shango - he's out cold! Ermm... I think I just mixed my metaphors but yeah... That was a nice KO! Big win for Van Gaal!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:17 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Cholo Van Gaal! Cholo Van Gaal retains his lightweight title!
After winning the bout, Cholo Van Gaal thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: Highland Games 202
Date: Sep 01, 2016

#R1#
Jolevi misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Shango.
Jolevi misses with a left hand #CL2#
and Shango counters by moving into the clinch. #TD2#
Shango decides to pull guard.
Shango keeping moving, preventing Jolevi from controlling successfully.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Shango not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Shango keeping moving, preventing Jolevi from controlling successfully.
Jolevi postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Shango is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Jolevi slips nicely into half guard.#T1#
Shango works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB2#
Shango working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Jolevi doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Jolevi manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Shango seems keen to control Jolevi's posture.
Jolevi engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Jolevi wants to pass the guard but Shango is keeping the position.
Jolevi advances position into side control!#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Shango is not content to let Jolevi control the position.
Shango tries to bench press Jolevi off him but Jolevi keeps the position.
Jolevi trying to control the action but Shango is working from the bottom.
Shango holds on to Jolevi's head and controls the position momentarily.
Shango is looking to regain half guard here but Jolevi keeps moving and retains side control. #T3#
Jolevi is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Shango will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Shango is trying to get back to half guard.
Shango can't do much from the bottom here.
Jolevi wants to lay and pray for a moment but Shango keeps working.
This fight is sponsored by Chainsaw 7. More blood and guts and stuff like that, in cinemas everywhere now!#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Shango takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Jolevi misses with a left hand #TD2#
and Shango counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Shango throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Shango is pushing down on Jolevi's leg trying to pass to half guard. Jolevi is fighting to maintain full guard but Shango has managed to sneak the leg through.
Shango wants to control but Jolevi is keeping him busy.
Shango tries to pass to full mount but Jolevi defends it.
Shango lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
We've been hearing good reports from Jolevi's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Shango is figuring out what he wants to do next.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Papa Shango dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Jolevi connects with a crisp jab.
Jolevi misses with a double jab.
Shango tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Jolevi ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Shango moves away.
Jolevi darts in trying to clinch#TD2#
and Shango counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shango trying to control but Jolevi is working from the bottom.
Jolevi is controlling Shango's posture.
Shango passes into half guard. #T1#
Jolevi is trying to get back to full guard.
Jolevi is concentrating on defense, preventing Shango from advancing position. #SUB2#
Shango is working for a kimura but Jolevi is defending it quite comfortably.
Jolevi keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Shango is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Jolevi! #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Shango wants to control the pace but Jolevi is squirming around nicely.
Shango might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Jolevi haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#SUB2#
Shango is working for a guillotine from mount but Jolevi frees his head quite easily.
Shango punishing his opponent with strikes. #T3#
Jolevi tries to hold on but Shango postures up.#SUB2#
Shango moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Jolevi has worked his arm free - good work by Jolevi! #SUB2#
Shango working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Shango is looking to take a break and control but Jolevi is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Jolevi tries to improve position but can't.
Shango content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Shango working away.
Jolevi tries to improve position but can't.
Shango trying to control the position but Jolevi is working away.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Jolevi trying to control but Shango flips him over like a cheap hooker and has his back!
Shango misses with a punch to the head. #SUB2#
Shango is working for the choke. It looks like he might have got it... has he...? Yes! Jolevi is tapping out! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Papa Shango!
Papa Shango decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.

Event: Highland Games 196
Date: Jul 31, 2016

#R1#
Parker misses with a wild body shot.
Shango is looking to counter the offense by Parker and move into the clinch.
Shango avoids the body shot from Parker.
Shango is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Parker.
Shango defending well as Parker loads up on a big left hand.
Parker fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Shango manages to avoid it.
Shango changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Parker scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jab from Parker.
Parker misses with a lunging right hand #CL#
and Shango counters by moving into the clinch. #T1#
Shango fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Parker misses with a hook from the clinch. #TD#
Shango has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Parker is trying to keep an underhook but Shango manages to get the takedown into half guard.#SUB#
Shango is working for a kimura but Parker is defending it quite comfortably.
Shango is keen to just control but Parker is a slippery customer.#SUB#
Shango is looking for a kimura but Parker is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Shango to get the leverage.
Shango is thwarting Parker's attempts to control the position.
Parker preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head. #T2#
Parker is looking to improve his position.
Shango seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Parker does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Shango is really struggling to control Parker but he's trying to hold on to the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Shango wants to pass to mount but Parker is defending the position.
Parker is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Shango is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Parker doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Shango.
Shango prevents Parker from improving his position.#T3#
Parker controlling the position for now.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Parker is trying to control but can't. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Shango uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Parker.
Shango changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Warren Parker seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Parker turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
A low kick from Parker is predictable there #TD#
and Shango counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Shango.
Shango pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Parker is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Parker is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Shango pushes down on Parker's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Shango is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Parker is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Shango's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Shango's back!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Papa Shango 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#
Nice jab there from Parker.
Parker misses with a jab to the body #TD#
so Shango counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Shango controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Shango's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Parker working a defensive guard here. #T1#
Parker seems keen to control Shango's posture.
Parker keeping full guard, as Shango tries to pass.
Parker is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Shango postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Shango is pushing down on Parker's leg trying to pass to half guard. Parker is fighting to maintain full guard but Shango has managed to sneak the leg through.
Shango wants to lay and pray for a moment but Parker keeps working.
Shango is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Parker can do to turn this around?#SUB#
Shango is looking for a kimura here.
Shango moves into full mount! Parker won't be happy about that! #T2#
Parker gets back to half guard.
Parker makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Parker.
Parker working a defensive guard here.
Parker can't keep his opponent in guard - Shango advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Shango looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Shango works his foot free and advances to mount. #T3#
Shango content just to control the position here.
Parker tries to lock up and control but Shango gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Shango trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Shango looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
Shango tries to control but Parker wriggling away.
Parker is looking to improve his position but Shango isn't that keen on the idea.#T4#
Shango trying to control but Parker is having none of it.
Parker is looking to get to half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Shango is landing with some decent strikes but Parker is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Shango lands a heavy elbow.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Papa Shango dominated that second round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Parker fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Shango manages to avoid it.
Shango keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Parker ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Shango moves away.
Shango tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Parker manages to circle out of the way.
Parker misses with a telegraphed body shot #TD#
and Shango decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Parker's guard.
Shango looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Parker is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Shango defends well.
Papa Shango overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T1#
Shango pushing down on Parker's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Parker regains full guard. Nicely done.
Shango advances position into side control!
Shango content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Shango working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter. #SUB#
Shango is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Parker is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Shango trying to control the position but Parker is working away.
Warren Parker has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Shango tries to move into full mount but can't pass Parker's legs.
Shango wants to control but Parker is keeping him busy.
Parker takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain. #SUB#
Shango is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Parker knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB#
Shango looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #T3#
Shango is looking to take a break and control but Parker is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Shango tries to advance to mount but can't. #SUB#
Shango is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Parker is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Shango tries to advance position but instead Parker slips a leg back in to half guard. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Parker is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Shango's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Shango's back!
You can see the frustration on Shango's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Shango is working hard here to advance position.#SUB2#
Shango showing good submission defense here. #SUB2#
Parker looking to break Shango's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Shango remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Parker will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!

And that's the end of the fight!
Papa Shango showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Shango, 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 Phil Schofield scores the fight 30:27
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 30:27
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: Highland Games 189
Date: Jul 07, 2016

#R1#
Shango avoids the body shot from Moshington.
Shango wants to counter with a clinch but Moshington pushes him away.
Moshington works over Shango's head and body with a nice combination.
Moshington throws out a loose jab but Shango uses good head movement to avoid it.
Moshington misses with a combination #TD2#
and Shango counters with a single leg into guard. Moshington didn't expect that.
Shango postures up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Shango trying to control but Moshington is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Moshington throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Shango trying to control the position from guard on top but Moshington is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shango works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Moshington 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.
Shango wants to take a breather but Moshington is having none of it. #T1#
Moshington controlling the position well.
Moshington is not content to let Shango control the position.
Moshington wants to control but Shango is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB2#
Shango is looking for a kimura here.
Moshington is looking to control Shango's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Moshington avoid being mounted?
Shango trying to mount his opponent but Moshington defends it. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Shango misses with a head shot. Moshington uses the momentum to regain guard.
Moshington keeping moving, preventing Shango from controlling successfully.
Moshington has Shango pulled in close to control his posture.
Shango trying to control the position from guard on top but Moshington is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Moshington trying to keep a closed guard but Shango is proving a slippery customer. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Moshington connects with a crisp jab. #T3#
Shango bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Shango changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Moshington lands with a nice body punch.
Moshington rushes in with a sloppy looking punch #TD2#
and Shango counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Moshington looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Shango throwing strikes but missing.
Shango tries to free his leg and advance position but Moshington is retaining full guard.
Moshington working a defensive guard but Shango passes into half guard.
Moshington is trying to control but can't.
Shango is stalling here. Moshington is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Shango seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Moshington has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
Shango is looking for a sweep.
Moshington lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Shango down. #T4#
Shango wants to control but Moshington postures up.
Moshington tries to advance to mount but can't.
Moshington wants to lay and pray for a moment but Shango keeps working.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
You can see the frustration on Shango's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Moshington just content to control the position.
Shango sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Shango is looking for a sweep. Moshington is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Shango is pressing down on Moshington's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Moshington wants to control from the top but Shango keeps moving.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Papa Shango 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#
Shango has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Shango there as he acknowledges the shot.
Moshington throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Shango tries to counter with a clinch but Moshington shakes him off and moves away.
Moshington lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Good standup being displayed there by Moshington as he connects with a hook.
Shango takes one to the side of the head.
Decent striking displayed by Moshington there.#ROC#
Shango is rocked!
Moshington works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Shango is still on wobbly legs! Can Moshington finish him?
George Moshington is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Shango takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Moshington looks to land a combination but Shango avoids it well.
And Shango tries to counter it with a takedown but Moshington pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Shango avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
And Shango tries to counter it with a takedown but Moshington pushes his down on his head and steps out.
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!
Moshington scores with a crisp jab that stopped Shango in his tracks.
Moshington will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Shango with the counter takedown but Moshington avoids it easily.#T1#
Moshington throws a left and a right that both miss #CL2#
and Shango counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Shango.
Shango jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Moshington walks away with a smile on his face. Shango gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Moshington lands a slapping body shot.
Moshington scores with a decent looking hook.
Moshington is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.#KD#
Moshington cracks Shango with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Moshington has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Shango to stand back up!
Shango moves out of range of the strikes.
Shango feints the counter takedown.
A slow jab from Moshington misses its intended target.
Moshington loads up on a big right hand but Shango slips the punch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Moshington fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Shango manages to avoid it.
Moshington works Shango's body with a nice hook.
Moshington throws a poor cross that misses #TD2#
and Shango counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Moshington wants to get back to full guard.
Moshington is refusing to be controlled, as Shango sits in half guard. #SUB#
Moshington looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Shango seems to have recovered his senses.
Shango seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Moshington does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Papa Shango has got the better of the ground game so far.#T2##SUB2#
Shango looking for a submission but Moshington manages to get full guard, putting an end to that submission attempt. #SUB#
Moshington has his foot on Shango's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Shango works his way back into a safe position though.
Shango is looking to advance position but Moshington has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!#REVR#
Moshington avoids the attempt from Shango to control.
Shango is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Moshington is staying active.
Moshington is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Shango can do to turn this around?
Moshington tries to control but Shango wriggling away. #T3#
Moshington content just to control the position here.
Moshington lands with some strikes.
Shango tries to lock up and control but Moshington gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Moshington controlling his opponent.
Shango tries to hold on but Moshington postures up.
Poor strikes thrown by Moshington there. More accuracy and less frantic strikes would help!
Moshington looking to finish with strikes here!
Moshington thuds his fist into the canvas! Oooouch! #T4#
Shango slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Shango wants to get back to full guard.
Shango felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Shango avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Moshington.
Moshington wants to pass the guard but Shango is defending well. #SUB#
Moshington seems to be looking for submissions.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

George Moshington dominated that second round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Shango steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Moshington.
Moshington throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Shango feints the counter takedown.
Moshington lands with a nice body punch.
Shango takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Shango walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Moshington with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Moshington ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Shango moves away.
Shango with the counter takedown but Moshington avoids it easily.
A big left from Moshington misses.
Moshington sets himself, and Shango steps forward looking for the clinch! Moshington avoids it this time.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Moshington scores with a hook to the body. Shango takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Shango gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Moshington misses with a body shot.
Shango changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Moshington lands a two punch combo.
George Moshington is winning the standup battle so far.#T1#
Moshington cracks Shango on the jaw with a powerful right hand and Shango falls backwards against the cage. Moshington follows up with more strikes that drop Shango to his knees. Moshington keeps the pressure on and the referee jumps in to save Shango! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:06 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). George Moshington!
After the big win, George Moshington made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Invictus and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.

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