Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: Pride FC 66
Date: Dec 11, 2019

#R1#
Aziz slips a straight right by Monroe.#TD2#
Aziz scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Aziz wants to stand but Monroe is controlling his arm.#SUB2#
Aziz tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Monroe is looking for a sweep.
Monroe is working hard here to advance position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Monroe is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Aziz's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The referee calls for the fighters to work. #T1#
Monroe wants to get back to full guard.
Aziz controlling the action here.
Let's hope that Aziz has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Monroe wants to get back to full guard.
Aziz thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Aziz perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Aziz wants to take a breather but Monroe is having none of it.
Monroe wants to get back to full guard.
Aziz stalling.
Aziz seems to have lost interest with the ground game and is thinking about standing back up. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Aziz has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.
Aziz moves away from the strike by Monroe.
Ricky Monroe seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD2#
Aziz closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Still in half guard, Aziz seems content to control.
Monroe moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Aziz is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Monroe working a defensive guard here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Aziz stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Monroe swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Aziz pushing down on Monroe's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Aziz works his way into side control.
Aziz trying to control the position but Monroe is working away.
An elbow from Aziz crashes against the mat.
Monroe is not content to let Aziz control the position.
Monroe gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #T4#
Monroe is looking to control Aziz's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Monroe avoid being mounted?
Monroe makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Monroe.
Monroe keeping moving, preventing Aziz from controlling successfully.
Monroe trying to control the position.
Monroe tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Monroe can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Aziz controls the pace.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jalaluddin Aziz dominated that round.
That's time! Monroe's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Aziz swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Monroe swings widly with a right hand #CL2#
and Aziz holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Monroe gets underhooks to prevent Aziz's takedown attempt.
Monroe misses with the head strike. #TD2#
Aziz has Monroe pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Aziz pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Monroe tumbling to the mat - Aziz dives into Monroe's guard.
Monroe keeping full guard, as Aziz tries to pass.
Aziz is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Aziz has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Aziz content to stall in guard here.
Aziz is continuing to stall.#T1#
Monroe 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.#SUB#
Monroe is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Aziz is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Monroe wants to sweep here but Aziz controlling him for the moment.
Aziz loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Monroe is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Aziz stays in close to Monroe's body and controls the position. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Monroe throws a body shot but no joy. #CL2#
Aziz pushes Monroe up against the cage in a clinch.
Aziz blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Monroe misses with some punches.
Come on Aziz - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Monroe lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Aziz leaning against his opponent.
Monroe tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Monroe working aggressively here. #TD#
Monroe pulls guard successfully. #T3#
Aziz pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Monroe is keeping the position for now.
Aziz is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Aziz trying to control the position from guard on top but Monroe is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Aziz wants to pass the guard but Monroe is keeping the position.
Aziz lands a couple of digs.
Aziz stopping the sweep attempt from Monroe.
Aziz engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Aziz advances to half guard.
Monroe might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Monroe is looking for a sweep. Aziz is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Aziz is taking a breather. Monroe says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Aziz works his foot free and advances to mount.
Aziz looking to control but Monroe is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Monroe is trying to escape the mount.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Monroe wants to hold on but Aziz pushes him away.
Aziz sends his fist crashing into the mat - the crowd let out a collective ooooooh. Let's hope he's not broken it!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jalaluddin Aziz showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! 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##TD2#
Monroe gets caught flat footed, as Aziz shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Monroe looking for a sweep. Not yet Monroe, not yet.
Aziz's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Monroe wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB#
Monroe has his foot on Aziz's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Aziz works his way back into a safe position though.
Aziz slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. #SUB#
Monroe working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Aziz doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Aziz manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Monroe keeping moving, preventing Aziz from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Monroe is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Monroe keeping moving, preventing Aziz from controlling successfully. #T1#
Aziz controls from within his opponent's guard.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Monroe keeping moving, preventing Aziz from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Monroe throws the left hand but Aziz avoids the punch easily.
Aziz shoots in looking for a takedown. Monroe tries to sprawl out of it but Aziz keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Monroe manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Aziz takes a body punch but keeps moving. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Aziz fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Monroe misses with an uppercut. Aziz saw that one coming.
Aziz slips a jab and a cross from Monroe.
Aziz swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#TD2#
Aziz looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Monroe keeping moving, preventing Aziz from controlling successfully.
Aziz stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Monroe swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Aziz works a leg free and moves into half guard. #T3#
Monroe throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
Aziz wants to control but Monroe is keeping him busy.
Monroe is in trouble now - Aziz has advanced to mount!
Ricky Monroe has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Aziz takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Monroe can't escape the position.
Monroe gets back to half guard.
Aziz trying to control from half guard but Monroe is working away.
Aziz is stalling here. Monroe is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Aziz seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Monroe has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
Jalaluddin Aziz is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T4#
Monroe landing a few strikes.
Aziz struggling a bit here.
Monroe throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
Aziz can't do much from the bottom here.
Aziz might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Monroe haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Aziz tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Monroe wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.

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 Ricky Monroe.
I think Aziz 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 Frank Antenori scores the fight 27:30
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 27:30
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jalaluddin Aziz!
A relieved looking Jalaluddin Aziz 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: Pride FC 60
Date: Nov 20, 2019

#R1#
An inside leg kick from Orlov misses.
Monroe is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Monroe throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Orlov circles away from the clinch attempt.
Monroe takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Orlov fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Monroe has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Orlov tries a low kick but Monroe avoids it.
Nice body punch from Monroe.
A nice leg kick lands there from Orlov.
Monroe misses with a body shot
letting Orlov counter with a right hand.
Orlov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Orlov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Orlov scores with a leg kick.
Monroe throws a series of punches but Orlov avoids them all with ease.
Monroe throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Orlov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Orlov lands with a right hand.
Ricky Monroe seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Monroe checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Monroe lunges at Orlov with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Orlov's hand. #T1#
Orlov on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Orlov loads up on a big right hand but Monroe slips the punch.
Orlov moves out of range of the strikes.
A little feinted left hand from Orlov on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Monroe misses with a straight right.
Monroe connects with a nice looking jab.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Monroe.
Orlov throws out a loose jab but Monroe uses good head movement to avoid it.
A big right from Orlov misses.
Orlov throws a right hand that misses #TD2#
and Monroe counters with a shoot takedown. Orlov fights it but they end up in guard. #ES#
Orlov wriggles free and stands up.
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!
Monroe pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Monroe cracks a nice hook into Orlov's ribs.
Orlov moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Monroe just misses with a punch to the body.
Orlov slips under a jab.
Monroe shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Orlov pinned against the cage. Orlov gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #T2#
Orlov throws a sloppy body shot
letting Monroe counter with a right hand.
Monroe drops his hands momentarily and Orlov takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
A swing and a miss from Monroe.
Nice defenses there by Monroe.
Monroe throws the left hand but Orlov avoids the punch easily.
No joy there for Orlov, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Orlov takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Monroe with a lazy takedown attempt
and Orlov counters with a nice uppercut.
Monroe moves out of range of the strikes.
Monroe moves forwards but Orlov connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Monroe keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Orlov.
Nice cross by Monroe.
Boris Orlov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Orlov throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. #T3#
Orlov keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Boris Orlov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ricky Monroe.
Danga de danga de dang - Orlov scores with a four punch combination!
Monroe misses with a hook. Orlov ducked under it nicely.
Orlov throwing a counter right hand but Monroe manages to avoid it.#KD#
Orlov lands a left and a right that send Monroe crashing to the mat, dazed. Orlov thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!#ROC#
Monroe is rocked!#CUT#
It looks like Ricky Monroe has been cut.
Orlov connects with a leg kick. Monroe looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Monroe is still on wobbly legs! Can Orlov finish him?
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Orlov connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Monroe momentarily.
Orlov throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Monroe stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Monroe throws a lazy uppercut
and Orlov counters with a crisp right that sends Monroe to the canvas! Orlov follows up with punches from the mount and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Boris Orlov!
Boris Orlov thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: Pride FC 54
Date: Oct 23, 2019

#R1#
Monroe stuns Kingston with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
A swing and a miss from Monroe.
Kingston scoring well with a low kick there.
Kingston is looking to chop away at Monroe's legs.
Kingston slips under a jab from Monroe.
Kingston uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Monroe.
Kingston scores with a nice right hand. #TD2#
Monroe shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Kingston napping and manages to drive through into side control!#SUB2#
Monroe goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Kingston rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Monroe's guard! Nice work there by Kingston!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Monroe looking to hit a scissor sweep but Kingston is one step ahead there.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kingston engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T1#
Monroe trying to strike off his back.
Kingston would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
Monroe is trying to control the position but Kingston postures up.
Monroe tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB2#
Monroe is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Kingston defends well.
Kingston has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Monroe is proving hard to escape from. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Monroe tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Monroe wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Kingston manages to pass to side control.
Kingston prevents Monroe from improving his position.
Monroe has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Kingston is working away from the top position though.#T3#
Monroe is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kingston tries to pass to full mount but Monroe defends it. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Monroe tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kingston was well out of range. Poor timing from Monroe.
Monroe walks into a straight right hand from Kingston.
Kingston swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Monroe misses with a double jab.
Kingston throws a front kick that sends Monroe stumbling back into the cage.
Kingston slips under a jab.
Kingston slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Kingston looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Kingston swings wildly with a couple of big hooks #TD2#
and Monroe counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Kingston! #ES#
Kingston explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there! #T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Monroe scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Monroe throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Kingston counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Monroe takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Monroe misses with a looping left.
Kingston half committed to a counter leg kick.
Monroe lands with a good body shot.
Kingston stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Nice uppercut lands for Kingston. That snapped Monroe's head back.
Monroe stuns Kingston with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Monroe throws a left and a right that both miss
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
and Kingston counters with a straight right hand.
An inside leg kick lands from Kingston.
Kingston keeps Monroe at a distance using the push kick.
Monroe feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Kingstons jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Kingston looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Monroe will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Monroe is really struggling to land any decent head shots against his taller opponent.
Kingston throws a leg kick which misses Monroe's front leg but catches the back leg as Monroe tries to avoid it.
Monroe misses with a body shot.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Carl Kingston dominated that round.
That's time! Kingston's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Monroe lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Kingston at a distance.
Monroe throws out a loose jab but Kingston uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kingston throws a body punch but Monroe moves out of range.
Monroe let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Monroe misses with a hook
and Kingston counters with a straight right hand.
Monroe chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Kingston can pounce on him.
A low kick from Kingston misses
and Monroe cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Monroe gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Kingston uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Monroe.
Kingston cracks Monroe with an open hand slap.
Monroe throws a right and a left that Kingston avoids nicely.
Nice cross by Monroe.
Kingston looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Monroe connects with a jab.
Kingston blocks a jab.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Kingston, right into the meat.
Kingston cracks the inside of Monroe's front leg.
Monroe throws a lazy right hand but Kingston sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#T1#
Kingston cracks the inside of Monroe's front leg.
Monroe takes one on the button.
A left lands for Kingston.
A telegraphed right hand from Monroe misses the target.
Monroe 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.
Monroe moves out of range of the strikes.
Monroe on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Monroe looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Monroe misses with a hook.
Kingston tries a head kick but it misses.
Monroe darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Monroe takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Kingston jabs Monroe to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Monroe shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Kingston as he avoids it easily.
Kingston feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Carl Kingston is winning the standup battle so far.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Monroe on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Kingston throws a low kick but Monroe moves out of range easily.
Kingston lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Monroe ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kingston moves away.#T2#
Kingston slips under a jab.
Monroe throws a jab when Kingston was well out of range.
A jab from Kingston misses.
Kingston jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Monroe will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Monroe misses with a hook.
Kingston is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Monroe can do to turn this around?
Kingston shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Carl Kingston is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Monroe takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Monroe blocks a leg kick.
Kingston fakes the leg kick and cracks Monroe in the body.
Kingston tries to land a leg kick but Monroe saw it coming and moves away.
A slow jab from Monroe misses its intended target.
Monroe throws out a loose jab but Kingston uses good head movement to avoid it.
A big left from Monroe misses.
Monroe throws a looping overhand right but Kingston ducks down to avoid it.
Kingston half committed to a counter leg kick.#T3#
Monroe drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Monroe looks to land a combination but Kingston avoids it well.
Kingston is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Nice shot lands for Kingston.
Monroe throws a body punch but Kingston moves out of range.
Monroe's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Kingston fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Monroe throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A big left from Monroe misses.
Monroe misses with a body punch
and Monroe takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Both fighters circling a little - Kingston finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Kingston scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
No luck for Monroe with that takedown attempt.
Monroe moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Monroe just misses with a punch to the body.
Kingston stuns Monroe with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Monroe keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #T4#
Monroe takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Kingston swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Monroe looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Kingston uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Monroe doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Kingston slips under a jab from Monroe.
Kingston defending well as Monroe loads up on a big left hand.
A solid leg kick lands there for Kingston.
Kingston gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Kingston lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Kingston bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Monroe swings for the body but Kingston moves out of range.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kingston darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Kingston scores with a jab. Monroe acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
A nice inside leg kick there by Kingston. That's going to slow Monroe down.
Monroe tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Kingston swivels and escapes.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Carl Kingston 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. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Kingston tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Monroe is able to avoid easily.
Monroe with a hook.
Kingston connects with a crisp jab.
Kingston just misses with a punch to the body.
Monroe lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Monroe misses with a few strikes there.
Monroe throws a predictable looking body shot
and Kingston counters with a nice low kick that buckles Monroe's knee momentarily.
Kingston throws a body punch but Monroe moves out of range.
Monroe looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Kingston is looking to counter with a body kick.
A combination from Monroe does no damage.
Monroe has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Kingston.
Monroe throws out a powerful jab.
Kingston avoids the body shot from Monroe.
Kingston was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Monroe pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kingston defending well as Monroe loads up on a big left hand.
Monroe on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Monroe works over Kingston's head and body with a nice combination.#T1#
Monroe on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Monroe misses with a two punch combination.
Monroe tries to close the distance and clinch up but Kingston swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Kingston with a nice cross.
Monroe connects with a crisp jab.
Monroe checks the leg kick.
A countering left hand to the body from Monroe misses.
Kingston scores with a shot to the body.
Monroe misses with a double jab.
Monroe throws a shot to the body.
Kingston lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
A left lands for Kingston.
Kingston buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Monroe has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Kingston connects with a solid leg kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Monroe fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
A quick step to the side and Kingston tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kingston connects with a crisp jab. #T2#
Monroe shoots in for a takedown but Kingston shows good takedown defense.
Monroe closes the distance and clinches up with Kingston, looking for a takedown. Monroe pushes Kingston against the cage but Kingston circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Carl Kingston has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ricky Monroe.
Monroe takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Monroe changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Monroe has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Kingston.
Monroe throws a shot from downtown. Kingston moves away and avoids it.
Kingston ducks under a wild hook from Monroe.
Nice uppercut lands for Kingston. That snapped Monroe's head back.
Kingston throws a leg kick which misses Monroe's front leg but catches the back leg as Monroe tries to avoid it.
A good leg kick by Kingston.
Nice body kick from Kingston.
Kingston's jab looks to have found its range, popping Monroe under the eye.
Monroe walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Monroe's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Kingston connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Monroe scrambles back to his feet.
Kingston tries to land a leg kick but Monroe saw it coming and moves away.
Kingston feints and then cracks Monroe's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Monroe down.
A big left from Monroe misses. #T3#
Monroe takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Monroe closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Kingston lands a nice leg kick that just misses Monroe's sensitive parts.
Monroe shoots in but Kingston avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Kingston chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Ricky Monroe has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Monroe will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Kingston throws a nice head kick!
Kingston keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kingston comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Kingston.
A jab from Monroe misses.
Monroe misses the jab.
Carl Kingston is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T4#
Kingston punishes Monroe's body with a nice straight punch.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kingston scores with a leg kick.
Kingston throws a nice outside leg kick.
Kingston throws a head kick that misses.
Monroe throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kingston avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Monroe takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Kingston cracks the inside of Monroe's front leg.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Monroe crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Kingston - the referee stops the clock and Monroe gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Kingston. Monroe manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Kingston stuns Monroe with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Monroe throws a right hand that misses
and Kingston counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kingston moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Kingston connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Monroe throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jab by Kingston.

And that's the end of the fight!
Carl Kingston showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Kingston 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 Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 30:27
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 30:27
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: Pride FC 47
Date: Sep 25, 2019

#R1#
Monroe doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Zackrisson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Monroe takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Zackrisson throws a hook to the side of Monroe's head but Monroe sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Monroe lands a jab to Zackrisson's midsection.
Zackrisson fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Monroe looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Zackrisson gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Zackrisson uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Monroe just misses with a punch to the body.
Monroe keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Zackrisson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Monroe moves away.
Zackrisson throws a quick inside leg kick.
Zackrisson thows a leg kick but Monroe checks it
and Monroe counters with a nice body shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Monroe throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Zackrisson on the side of the head.
Monroe misses with an uppercut.
Monroe looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Zackrisson tries to move into range but Monroe moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.#T1#
Monroe misses with a body shot.
Gabriel Zackrisson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Zackrisson's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Monroe connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Zackrisson scrambles back to his feet.
Monroe with a nice cross.
Good work by Monroe as he checks the leg kick.
Monroe is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Monroe misses with a combination
and Zackrisson counters with a right hand to the body.
Zackrisson uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Monroe.
Zackrisson connects with a crisp jab.
Monroe slips a jab from Zackrisson.
An attempted straight right counter from Monroe misses the target.
Zackrisson uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Monroe.
The crowd cheers as Monroe lands an impressive looking overhand right. Zackrisson doesn't seem phased though.
A swing and a miss from Zackrisson.
A quick step to the side and Monroe tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Zackrisson pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.#T2#
Monroe slips a straight right by Zackrisson.
Monroe ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Zackrisson moves away.
Monroe misses with a takedown
and Zackrisson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Zackrisson looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Zackrisson throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Zackrisson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Monroe moves away.
Monroe on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Monroe cracks a nice hook into Zackrisson's ribs.
Zackrisson showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Monroe.
Monroe throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Monroe blocks a jab.
Monroe lands a jab.
Zackrisson is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Monroe.
Monroe drops down looking for a counter takedown but Zackrisson sprawls and moves away.#T3#
Zackrisson attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Zackrisson keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Monroe.
Monroe misses with a double jab.
Zackrisson swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Monroe throws the left hand but Zackrisson avoids the punch easily.
A big left from Monroe misses.
Zackrisson wants to land a leg kick but Monroe is out of range.
Monroe throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Zackrisson counters with a leg kick.
Monroe fails with a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ricky Monroe. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Zackrisson moves into range and connects with a jab.
Zackrisson wants to slow Monroe down by chopping away at his legs.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Zackrisson, as that shot connected. #T4#
Zackrisson with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Monroe fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Zackrisson looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Zackrisson misses with a leg kick.
Zackrisson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Monroe manages to avoid it.
Monroe drops down looking for a counter takedown but Zackrisson sprawls and moves away.
Zackrisson throws a body punch but Monroe moves out of range.
Zackrisson avoids the body shot from Monroe.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Zackrisson throws an overhand right that lands on Monroe's shoulder, as Monroe tries to avoid the shot.
It looked like Monroe wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Zackrisson throws the kick towards the body but Monroe avoids it.#TD#
Monroe shoots in and bounces Zackrisson off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Monroe trying to control but Zackrisson is working from the bottom.
Zackrisson wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Gabriel Zackrisson will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Zackrisson thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Monroe if he has to take too many more of those. #TD#
Monroe is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Zackrisson's half guard.
Zackrisson is pressing down on Monroe's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Zackrisson has Monroe pulled in close to control his posture.
Monroe throwing strikes from guard but Zackrisson blocks nicely.
Zackrisson trying to control the position here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#ES2#
Zackrisson manages to escape and get back to his feet. #T1#
Nice defenses there by Monroe.
Zackrisson finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Zackrisson defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Monroe.
Monroe shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Zackrisson pinned against the cage. Zackrisson gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Zackrisson misses with a low kick.
Zackrisson swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Monroe seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Zackrisson stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Zackrisson lands with a thumping leg kick.
Monroe ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Monroe avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
A big right from Zackrisson misses. #T2#
The fighters circling - Zackrisson throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
An attempted straight right counter from Monroe misses the target.
Zackrisson looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Monroe checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Zackrisson has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Zackrisson misses with a body kick.
Monroe looks to land a right hand but Zackrisson moved out of range.
Ricky Monroe seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Zackrisson stuffs the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ricky Monroe. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Decent striking displayed by Zackrisson there.
Monroe throws a hook but Zackrisson blocks it.
Monroe throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Monroe defending well as Zackrisson loads up on a big left hand.
Monroe rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Zackrisson counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Monroe throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Zackrisson on the side of the head.
Zackrisson looking to land some kicks to the body here.
A little feinted left hand from Monroe on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Zackrisson uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Monroe.
Zackrisson looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Zackrisson slips under a jab from Monroe.#T3#
Monroe throws an ugly left hook that misses
letting Zackrisson counter with a right hand.
Zackrisson fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Monroe checks it well.
Zackrisson ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Monroe uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Zackrisson.
Monroe misses with a body punch
and Zackrisson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
A looping hook to the body misses from Zackrisson. Monroe does a little dance to reset his feet.
Zackrisson scores with a leg kick.
Zackrisson uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Monroe.
Monroe misses with a wild combination.
A good leg kick by Zackrisson.
Monroe ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Zackrisson moves away.
Monroe throws a body punch but Zackrisson moves out of range. #T4#
Monroe misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Zackrisson counters with an outside leg kick.
Monroe misses with a double jab.
The crowd cheers as Zackrisson lands an impressive looking overhand right. Monroe doesn't seem phased though.
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!
Monroe uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Zackrisson.
Jab from Monroe.
Monroe misses with a two punch combination.
Zackrisson scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Zackrisson plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Zackrisson walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Zackrisson looks to throw the jab but Monroe is out of range.
Monroe shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Zackrisson counters with a straight right hand.
Monroe misses with a hook.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Zackrisson! But no joy.
A combination from Monroe does no damage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Gabriel Zackrisson showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Zackrisson looks to land a left hand but Monroe moved out of range nicely.
Monroe went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Zackrisson misses with a low kick.
Monroe tries to counter with a takedown but Zackrisson is quick to defend against it.
Monroe avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Zackrisson just misses with a punch to the body.
Zackrisson lands a nice looking body kick.
Zackrisson uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Monroe.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Zackrisson! But no joy.
Monroe on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Monroe avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Zackrisson loads up on a big right hand but Monroe slips the punch.
Monroe takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Monroe takes a swing at Zackrisson's ribcage but misses.
Monroe shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Zackrisson but Zackrisson pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Monroe throws a hook but Zackrisson blocks it.
Monroe backing away here, and Zackrisson unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Monroe goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.#T1#
Zackrisson feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Monroes jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Zackrisson on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Zackrisson throws a hook to the side of Monroe's head but Monroe sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Zackrisson waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Monroe.
Monroe changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Zackrisson needs to keep his hands up - Monroe had a free shot at his head there.
Monroe misses with a hook
and Zackrisson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Monroe tries to bum rush Zackrisson with a series of wild strikes but Zackrisson uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Monroe jabs Zackrisson right on the nose. Zackrisson blinks but takes it well.
Monroe tries to clinch up but Zackrisson circles away and keeps his distance.
Zackrisson was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Monroe slips under a jab from Zackrisson.
Monroe jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Monroe takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Zackrisson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Monroe. #T2#
Monroe fails with a takedown attempt.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Monroe blocks a jab.
Zackrisson takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Monroe shoots in but Zackrisson avoids the takedown attempt easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ricky Monroe. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Zackrisson displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Monroe throws out the jab.
Zackrisson steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Monroe.
Monroe misses the shot to the body. #TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Zackrisson enables Monroe to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Zackrisson manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Zackrisson manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Monroe manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB##SU2#
Zackrisson stands up from guard. Let's bang! #T3#
A head kick by Zackrisson misses #TD#
and Monroe counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Monroe. #ES2#
Zackrisson manages to escape and get back to his feet.
A looping hook to the body misses from Zackrisson. Monroe does a little dance to reset his feet.
Monroe misses with a hook.
Ricky Monroe has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Zackrisson connects with a crisp jab.
Monroe is trying hard to land a takedown here. Zackrisson sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Zackrisson connects with a leg kick. Monroe looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Zackrisson misses with a low kick.
Monroe uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Zackrisson.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Zackrisson misses with a straight right.
Zackrisson throws a leg kick that misses.
Monroe displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Gabriel Zackrisson is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T4#
Monroe throws a lazy right hand but Zackrisson sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Monroe needs to keep his hands up - Zackrisson had a free shot at his head there.
A telegraphed right hand from Zackrisson misses the target.
Monroe throws a right hand that misses
and Zackrisson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Monroe fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Zackrisson manages to avoid it.
Monroe misses with a right hand
and Zackrisson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
A slow jab from Monroe misses its intended target.
A little jabbing left from Zackrisson on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Zackrisson scoring well with a low kick there.
Zackrisson throws a head kick that half lands.
Zackrisson scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Monroe takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Monroe takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Zackrisson misses the shot to the body.

And that's the end of the fight!
Gabriel Zackrisson comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Zackrisson 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 Sam Margolis scores the fight 27:30
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 28:30
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Gabriel Zackrisson!

Event: Pride Wombley
Date: Sep 01, 2019

#R1#
Monroe slips a straight right by Vershinin .
Vershinin uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Monroe.
Monroe misses with a hook.
Vershinin misses with the combination.
Vershinin throws a sloppy head kick
and Vershinin takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Vershinin uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Monroe.
Monroe misses with a straight left.
Monroe misses the shot to the body.
Vershinin throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Monroe.
Monroe blocks a leg kick.
Vershinin displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Monroe throws out the jab.
Vershinin is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.
Monroe looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
A telegraphed right hand from Vershinin misses the target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Monroe lands a jab.
Vershinin swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Monroe throws a body shot but no joy.
Monroe takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Monroe throws a shot from downtown. Vershinin moves away and avoids it.
Vershinin goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. #T1#
Monroe blocks a head kick by Vershinin .
Monroe misses with a wild body shot.
Monroe dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Nice shot lands for Vershinin .
Makar Vershinin is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Vershinin blocks a jab.
Monroe keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Vershinin .
Vershinin lands with a slapping head kick. #CUT2#
It looks like Ricky Monroe has been cut.
Monroe misses with a hook. Vershinin ducked under it nicely.
Monroe feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Vershinin s jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!#TD#
Monroe gets the takedown into side control.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Monroe throws an elbow but Vershinin slips to the side and avoids it well.
Vershinin is not content to let Monroe control the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Monroe throwing shots but missing, from side control. #T2#
Monroe working the head with strikes.
Vershinin is working to avoid the ground and pound but Monroe connects with a decent elbow.
Vershinin avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Monroe.
Monroe trying to control the position but Vershinin is working away.
Monroe misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
Monroe tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
Monroe throwing ground and pound but whilst doing so, he forgets to control position and Vershinin works his way back to half guard. Good composure under pressure.
Vershinin gets full guard.#T3#
Monroe pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Vershinin is keeping the position for now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Vershinin utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Monroe throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Monroe accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Vershinin keeping full guard, as Monroe tries to pass.
Monroe loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Monroe trying to control but Vershinin is working from the bottom.
Monroe throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Monroe stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Vershinin swivels though and keeps the full guard. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Vershinin looks to throw the jab but Monroe is out of range.
Monroe tries to counter with a takedown but Vershinin is quick to defend against it.
Monroe scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Vershinin swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Monroe.
Monroe on the wrong end of a nice hook.
A low kick from Vershinin is predictable there #TD#
and Monroe counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Monroe in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Monroe throwing strikes but missing.
Monroe 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.
Monroe advances position into side control!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ricky Monroe dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Ricky Monroe'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#
Vershinin leaves Monroe with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Vershinin takes a swing at Monroe's ribcage but misses.
Vershinin swinging wildly here.
An attempted straight right counter from Monroe misses the target.
Vershinin misses with a left hand
and Monroe counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Monroe cracks Vershinin with an open hand slap.
Monroe takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Vershinin pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Vershinin will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Monroe is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Vershinin .
Makar Vershinin is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Vershinin throws a lazy right hand but Monroe sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vershinin staying out of range there.
Good shot there by Vershinin .
Vershinin throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #TD#
Monroe looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Vershinin !
This has been an exciting period of action!
Vershinin is looking for a sweep.#T1#
Monroe landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Monroe cracks Vershinin with a big right hand but Vershinin just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Vershinin wants to control but Monroe postures up.
Monroe trying to control the action but Vershinin is working from the bottom.
Vershinin managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Monroe.
Vershinin tries to bench press Monroe off him but Monroe keeps the position.
Monroe in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time. #T2#
Monroe lands some shots froms side control.
Sloppy strikes there by Monroe.
The strikes coming from Monroe are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Monroe throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
Vershinin regains half guard, as Monroe was trying to land strikes.
Vershinin avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Monroe.
Monroe not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Monroe drops an elbow to the side of Vershinin 's head. #T3#
Vershinin avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Monroe.
Vershinin avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Monroe.
Monroe lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. #SUB#
Monroe trying to work for an americana but Vershinin has managed to regain full guard.
Vershinin wants to sweep here but Monroe controlling him for the moment.
Vershinin keeping moving, preventing Monroe from controlling successfully.
Monroe is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Vershinin can do to turn this around?
Vershinin trying to control the position. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Monroe postures up in Vershinin 's guard and throws a big left but Vershinin blocks it.
Monroe trying to control but Vershinin is working from the bottom.
Monroe with a flurry of punches that miss.
Monroe passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Vershinin dodges the ground and pound from Monroe.
Monroe creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Monroe landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ricky Monroe dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Ricky Monroe'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!
#R3#
A looping hook to the body misses from Monroe. Vershinin does a little dance to reset his feet.
Monroe fails to land with a series of punches.
Monroe missing with a left hand there. Vershinin was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Vershinin throws a head kick but Monroe moves out of range.
A counter left hand to the body from Monroe misses its target.
Monroe dodges the punch combination from Vershinin .
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Vershinin 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 Monroe has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Monroe and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Vershinin moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
A big right from Vershinin misses.
Monroe avoids the body shot from Vershinin .
Vershinin sizes up Monroe with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Vershinin misses with a body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vershinin bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A jab from Vershinin misses.
Vershinin misses with a leg kick #TD#
and Monroe counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Monroe wants to control from the top but Vershinin keeps moving. #T1#
Monroe distracts Vershinin with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Monroe is looking to pass into half guard but Vershinin pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Vershinin is in guard.#REVB#
Vershinin trying to control but Monroe is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Monroe is looking for a triangle but Vershinin pushes his legs off easily.
Vershinin sitting in guard here, content to control. #SU2#
Vershinin stands up and waves to Monroe to follow him. #T2#
Vershinin scores with a one two! Monroe had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Vershinin lands a right hook to the body.
Monroe takes a swing at Vershinin 's ribcage but misses.
Monroe ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Vershinin moves away.
Nice uppercut lands for Vershinin . That snapped Monroe's head back.
Makar Vershinin seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Good standup being displayed there by Vershinin as he connects with a hook.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Vershinin looks to land a body kick but Monroe moved away.
Vershinin throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Monroe lands a slapping body shot.
Monroe jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Vershinin is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Monroe with a body shot.
Vershinin thows a leg kick but Monroe checks it #TD#
so Monroe counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Vershinin takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Vershinin utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #T3#
Monroe throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Vershinin utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Monroe trying to control the position from guard on top but Vershinin is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Monroe connects with a couple of short punches.
Monroe working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Monroe controlling from the top position.
Monroe landing with the ground and pound.
Ricky Monroe is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T4#
Monroe throwing strikes from guard but Vershinin blocks nicely.
Monroe wants to control from the top but Vershinin keeps moving.
Monroe controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Vershinin controlling the position.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Makar Vershinin has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Vershinin takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.

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 Ricky Monroe.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Monroe, 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 Andrew Berry scores the fight 30:27
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 30:27
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 30:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ricky Monroe!
A very excited looking Ricky Monroe 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: Pride FC 40
Date: Aug 14, 2019

#R1#
Horrible takedown attempt by The Man or perhaps it was just good defense by Monroe, which made it look bad.
Monroe feints the counter takedown.
The Man misses the jab.#TD#
The Man shoots in and bounces Monroe off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
The Man throws a big elbow that misses.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Monroe avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
The Man is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
The Man throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Monroe works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The Man is in close to Monroe's body, working some short punches and elbows.#SUB2#
The Man avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
The Man wants to control from the top but Monroe keeps moving. #T1#
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as The Man accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #SUB2#
Monroe looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
The Man trying to control the position from guard on top but Monroe is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The Man passes Monroe's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
The Man looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
The Man not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Monroe on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Monroe wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
The Man is trying to work for a kimura but Monroe is defending well. #T2#
Monroe works his way to full guard. Good work.
The Man distracts Monroe with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
We've been hearing that The Man has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
The Man scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Monroe tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Monroe preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
The Man lands a couple of elbows.
Monroe is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
The Man wants to get back to full guard but Monroe has passed into side control.
The Man tries to buck Monroe off but Monroe is having none of it.#T3#
The strikes coming from Monroe are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
The Man is trying to control Monroe's posture but Monroe avoids it.
The Man takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
The Man is looking for a sweep.
The Man is working hard here to advance position.
Monroe scoring with punches from side control.
Monroe tries to advance to mount but can't.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Monroe trying to control the action but The Man is working from the bottom.
The Man tries to buck Monroe off but Monroe is having none of it.#T4#
Monroe working the ground and pound.
The Man is trying to get back to half guard.
The Man is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Monroe off and has taken his back!
The Man scores with some strikes to the side of the head there. Good, points scoring shots.
The Man doesn't have the hooks in and Monroe manages to turn into his guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
The Man has Monroe pulled in close to control his posture.
The Man tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Monroe with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Monroe in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
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 Bob The Man will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
The Man pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
The Man moves out of range as Monroe strikes.
The Man was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Monroe misses with a hook.
Monroe has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.
The Man connects with a solid leg kick.
The Man moves out of range of the strikes.
The Man lands with a nice body punch.
The Man misses with a body kick.
Monroe scores with a nice right hand.
Monroe takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Monroe slips a jab and a cross from The Man.
The Man misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Monroe.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The Man throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Monroe cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
A looping hook to the body misses from Monroe. The Man does a little dance to reset his feet.
The Man 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!
Monroe takes one on the button.
The Man looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
The Man is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#T1#
Nice shot by Monroe.
Bob The Man is winning the standup battle so far.
Monroe tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but The Man was well out of range. Poor timing from Monroe.
A slapping body kick lands there for The Man.
A big right from Monroe misses.
The Man misses with an attempted mid kick.
Monroe throws an ugly left hook that misses
enabling The Man to counter with a crisp jab. #TD#
The Man closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Monroe's guard.
The Man trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Monroe looking for a sweep. Not yet Monroe, not yet.
The Man trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
The Man throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
The Man working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
The Man postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #T2#
Monroe looking to control.
The Man trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
The Man stopping the sweep attempt from Monroe.
The Man 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.
The Man in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
The Man in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
The Man is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
The Man content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Monroe tries to strike from the bottom.
The Man trying to control the position from guard on top but Monroe is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The Man throwing strikes from guard but Monroe blocks nicely.
The Man wants to pass the guard but Monroe is keeping the position.#T3#
Monroe looking to control.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
The Man throws a big elbow that misses.
The Man postures up in Monroe's guard and throws a big left but Monroe blocks it.
The Man preventing the sweep. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
The Man fails in his attempt to clinch.
Monroe is clearly trying to counter these attacks from The Man with a body shot.
The Man misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Monroe.
Monroe is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by The Man.
The Man avoids the body shot from Monroe.
The Man tries to land a body kick#TD2#
and Monroe counters with a shoot takedown. The Man fights it but they end up in guard.
Monroe postures up.
Monroe pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. The Man is keeping the position for now.
Monroe with a flurry of punches that miss. #T4#
The Man is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Monroe throwing strikes but missing. #SUB#
The Man had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Monroe defends it easily.
Monroe cracks The Man with a solid left hand.
Monroe works over The Man with some ground and pound from guard.#SUB#
The Man has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Monroe can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
The Man looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Bob The Man 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. 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#
The Man walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
The Man throws a leg kick which misses Monroe's front leg but catches the back leg as Monroe tries to avoid it.
The Man misses with a low kick as Monroe jumps back.
Monroe lands a jab.
The Man gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Monroe counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Monroe throws a right hand that The Man ducks under and follows up with a left that The Man also avoids with ease.
The Man looks to land a right hand but Monroe moved out of range.
Monroe on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
The Man connects with a crisp jab.
The Man avoids the body shot from Monroe.
A shot to the liver by The Man. Beautiful body shot.
The Man looks to score with a jab to the body but Monroe is just out of range.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#TD2#
Monroe drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.#SUB#
The Man has an active guard here but Monroe has managed to pass into half guard.
Monroe prevents The Man from improving his position.#T1#
The Man manages to get to full guard.
Monroe must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Monroe missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Monroe trying to control the position from guard on top but The Man is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The Man not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #SUB#
The Man working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Monroe doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Monroe manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Monroe content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Monroe lands a couple of digs.
The Man not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
The Man lands some strikes from the bottom.
The Man wants to sweep here but Monroe controlling him for the moment.
Monroe throws a big right hand that misses. #SUB#
Monroe avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #SUB#
The Man working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Monroe has passed into half guard! #T3#
Monroe looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks The Man with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
The Man is trying to stand up here but Monroe is controlling him well.
Nice strikes from Monroe there.
Ricky Monroe has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Monroe is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Monroe landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
The Man is not content to let Monroe control the position.
Monroe working over The Man with some ground and pound. The Man looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Monroe working The Man over with strikes.
The Man is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T4#
The Man taking some punishment here, with Monroe in his half guard.
Monroe scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
The Man is looking to improve his position. #SUB#
The Man is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Monroe pulls his head out easily.
Monroe moves nicely into side control.
The Man takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.

And that's the end of the fight!
Ricky Monroe comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think The Man 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 Jack Bonds scores the fight 29:28
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 29:28
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bob The Man!

Event: Pride FC 35
Date: Jul 20, 2019

#R1#
Power keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Monroe.
Power only half commits to the counter leg kick.
A slow jab from Monroe misses its intended target.
Power throws a series of strikes that have Monroe backpedaling.
A big left from Monroe misses.
Monroe connects with a jab.
Monroe has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Gentlemans Offence and Defense System in the buildup to the fight.
Monroe throws a body shot but no joy.
Monroe throws a hook but Power avoids it easily.
Power steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Monroe.
Power dips to his left and cracks Monroe with an uppercut!
A solid leg kick lands there for Power.
Power slaps away a takedown attempt from Monroe, before circling back to the center of the mat.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Power.
Power swings for the body but Monroe moves out of range.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Power jabs Monroe to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Power is looking to slow Monroe down with leg kicks.
Power just misses with a punch to the body.
Monroe has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Power.#T1#
Monroe needs to keep his hands up - Power had a free shot at his head there.
A shot to the body from Power misses #CL#
and Monroe counters by moving into the clinch.
Power throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Monroes head.
Power struggles to land a body shot inside as Monroe controls his hands.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Monroe.
Monroe lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Knees in the clinch landing for Power.
Power wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Power misses with a punch to the body.
Monroe misses with a body punch.
Power blocks an uppercut.
Power tries to land a knee to the head but Monroe blocks with his arms.
Power digs a right hand underneath Monroe's ribcage. Monroe let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Power tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
A body shot lands from Monroe.
Monroe misses with a shot to the kidneys. #BC2#
Power manages to break the clinch.
Monroe throws a hook but Power avoids it easily.
A jab from Power misses. #T2#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Monroe misses with a takedown
and Power counters with a one-two to the body.
Power looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Power pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Monroe looks for a takedown but Power sprawls well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ricky Monroe. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Monroe takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Monroe loads up on a big right hand but Power slips the punch.
Monroe fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Power manages to avoid it.
Monroe has a takedown stuffed.
Monroe takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Monroe throws an off balance right hand
and Power counters with a good low kick that Monroe was not able to check.
Power has worked on his takedown defense in the runup to this fight and it is paying off so far.
Power connects with a body shot.
An inside leg kick lands from Power. #T3#
Power misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Monroe.
Monroe with a poor takedown
and Power counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Power keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Monroe.
Monroe misses with an uppercut.
Power swings for the body but Monroe moves out of range.
Power slaps away a takedown attempt from Monroe, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Power appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Monroe misses with a hook
and Power counters with a lovely straight right hand!#TD#
Monroe gets the takedown into side control.
Monroe throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Monroe working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Power is trying to get back to his feet.
Power is looking to regain half guard here but Monroe keeps moving and retains side control.
Monroe throwing strikes but missing, from side control. #T4#
Monroe tries to score with some ground and pound. Power controls his posture well this time though and the shots don'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!
Power is not content to let Monroe control the position.
Monroe throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Power is looking to regain half guard here but Monroe keeps moving and retains side control.
Monroe wants to lay and pray for a moment but Power keeps working.
An elbow from Monroe crashes against the mat.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Thomas Power dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Monroe swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Power counters with a nice uppercut.
Power scores with a hook.
Power lands with a good body shot.
Monroe avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A lazy left from Power finds it's target.
Power looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Power staying out of range there.
Power avoids the body shot from Monroe.
Sloppy strikes from Monroe. Those never looked like landing.
Monroe throws a body punch but Power moves out of range.
Power bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Monroe's head.
Power ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Monroe moves away.
A decent looking cross lands there for Power.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Monroe is trying hard to land a takedown here. Power sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Monroe misses with an uppercut
and Power counters with a good low kick that Monroe was not able to check.
Monroe 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.
Power blocks a jab.#T1#
Power throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Power misses the jab.
Thomas Power seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Monroe has a takedown stuffed.
Monroe tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Monroe swings for the body but Power moves out of range.
Monroe blocks the body kick.
Power has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Sloppy strikes from Power. Those never looked like landing.
Power slips a jab from Monroe.
Monroe steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Power.
Monroe pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Power.
Monroe shoots in for a takedown but Power shows good takedown defense.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ricky Monroe. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Power catches Monroe with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Power uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Monroe.
Monroe bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Power's head backwards.
Thomas Power is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T2#
Power lands a leg kick that knocks Monroe off balance momentarily.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Monroe jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A punch combination from Monroe misses.
Power slips under a jab.
Monroe backing away here, and Power unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Power lands a jab.
Monroe looks to score with a jab to the body but Power is just out of range.
Power digs a good body shot into Monroe's ribs.
Monroe misses with an uppercut.
Power lands a nice looking body shot.
Power connects with a body shot that sends Monroe's belly button to the back.
Donk. Monroe catches Power right on the button with a cross.
Monroe swings widly with a right hand
letting Power counter with a right hand.
Monroe throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Power counters with a nice body kick.
Nice defenses there by Power.
Power swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Monroe throws a hook but Power blocks it.
A jab from Power misses.
Monroe feinted with a counter takedown.#T3#
Monroe shoots in looking for a takedown but Power manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Monroe's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Power was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Power feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Monroe's calf.
Monroe fails to land with a series of punches.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Power.
Power cracks the inside of Monroe's front leg.
Monroe misses with a left hand
and Power counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Power slips under a jab.
Monroe misses with a lunging right hand
and Power counters with a left to the body.
Monroe takes one on the chin but seems OK.
A slapping leg kick lands for Power.
Monroe on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Monroe fails in his attempt to clinch.
Monroe is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Power scores with a decent looking hook.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Power fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Monroe looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Power lands a nice looking body shot.
Monroe misses with a jab to the body
and Power counters with a nice uppercut. #T4#
Monroe with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Power to score with a decent uppercut.
Monroe pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Power connects with an inside leg kick.
Monroe misses with the combination.
Monroe on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Power. Power obviously looking to wear him down.
Monroe throws a big shot that misses.
Monroe backing away here, and Power unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
A lazy left from Power finds it's target.
Monroe throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Monroe is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Monroe throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Power is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Monroe with a body shot.
A jab from Monroe misses.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Power moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Monroe goes for a double leg but Power avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Power continues to drive forward.
Power feints and then cracks Monroe's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Monroe down.
Monroe fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Power manages to avoid it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Thomas Power showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Monroe avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Power connects with a leg kick. Monroe looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
The fighters circling - Power throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Monroe swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Power counters with a good, hard body kick but Monroe shrugs it off.
Power lands with a nice body kick.
Monroe misses with a body shot.
Power staying out of range there.
It seemed like Power was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Monroe swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Power counters with a straight right hand.
Power missing with a left hand there. Monroe was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Power slips under a jab.
Monroe waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Power.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Power buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Power keeps Monroe at a distance using the push kick.
Power scores with a push kick.
Power thuds his shin into the meat of Monroe's side.
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!
Power misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Power connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. #T1#
Power throws a nice inside leg kick.
Nice uppercut there from Power.
Monroe looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Power takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Power misses with a looping right.
Power fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Monroe misses with a right hand
and Power makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Monroe gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Power counters with a nice low kick that buckles Monroe's knee momentarily.
Monroe jabbing away but nothing is landing.
It seemed like Power was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Power looks to land a combination. Monroe sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Monroe avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Monroe changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Monroe tries for a takedown but Power circles away easily
and Power counters with a left to the body.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Power fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Monroe has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Monroe swinging wildly here. #T2#
Power dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Monroe. That did some damage!
Power keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Monroe.
Monroe will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Power jabs Monroe to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Power scores with a leg kick.
Monroe misses with an uppercut
and Power counters with a stiff right hand.
Power ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Monroe throws a left and a right that both miss
and Power counters with a stiff right hand.
Power lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Power throws a leg kick which misses Monroe's front leg but catches the back leg as Monroe tries to avoid it.
Power throws a nice outside leg kick.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Power. Monroe shrugs it off though.
Power turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Monroe jabs Power to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Power ducks under a wild hook from Monroe.#T3#
Monroe throws out a loose jab but Power uses good head movement to avoid it.
Power replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Monroe blocks it well.
Monroe connects with a body shot that sends Power's belly button to the back.
Power thumps Monroe with a low kick.
Monroe throws a looping overhand right but Power ducks down to avoid it.
Power swings for the body but Monroe moves out of range.
Power thuds a left hand into Monroe's body.
Ricky Monroe has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Monroe is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Power.
A lazy left from Monroe finds it's target.
Power misses with a double jab.
Monroe throws a jab when Power was well out of range.
A little jabbing left from Power on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Power, as that shot connected.
Monroe misses with a hook to the body
enabling Power to counter with a crisp jab.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Power connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. #TD#
Monroe gets the takedown into side control.
Power bucks up and tries to throw Monroe off but instead Monroe has got his back!
Thomas Power is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T4#
Monroe trying to control momentarily.
Monroe punishes Power with strikes from the back mount.
Monroe is landing with strikes from the back. #ES2#
Power is trying to shake Monroe off. He's managed it and has hopped back to his feet! Monroe won't be happy about giving up the dominant position.
Power throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Monroe stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Power lands a nice shot that snaps Monroe's head back.
Monroe throws a predictable looking body shot
and Power counters with a nice body shot.
Power avoids a lazy jab quite easily.

And that's the end of the fight!
Thomas Power comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Power 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 Saam Ante scores the fight 27:30
Judge Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 27:30
Judge Albert Achterberg scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Thomas Power!
Thomas Power bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

Event: Pride FC 29
Date: Jun 29, 2019

#R1#
Monroe throws a jab when Sheedy was well out of range.
Monroe misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Sheedy.
Sheedy just misses with a punch to the body.
Monroe slips a jab from Sheedy.
Monroe changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Monroe throws a shot from downtown. Sheedy moves away and avoids it.
Monroe avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Monroe throws a counter combo.#TD2#
Monroe closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Sheedy quickly recovers to half guard.
Monroe is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Monroe sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Sheedy defending well though.
Sheedy tries to get to full guard but Monroe has control of the leg.
Monroe sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Sheedy defending well though.
Sheedy trying to hold on to Monroe's head to control him but Monroe postures up.
Nice strikes from Monroe there.
Monroe scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Monroe not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Sheedy tries to get to full guard but Monroe has control of the leg.
Monroe not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Sheedy wants to control but Monroe is keeping busy.
Monroe has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Monroe takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Sheedy trying to get back to full guard but Monroe takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount!
Sheedy is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Monroe unloading with bombs!
Monroe pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.#T2#
Sheedy can't escape the position.
Monroe raining down hammerfists from mount.
Monroe is in the full mount, landing strikes.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Monroe avoids the attempt from Sheedy to control.
Monroe lands a big elbow. #ROC2#
Sheedy is rocked!
Monroe postures up and lands a whopping elbow - oh that's hurt Sheedy bigstyle! Two more strikes land for Monroe and the fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ricky Monroe!
Ricky Monroe decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: Pride FC 23
Date: Jun 01, 2019

#R1#
Monroe scores with a one two! Saibot had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Monroe throws a shot to the body.
Monroe fails to land with a series of punches.
A countering left hand to the body from Saibot misses.
Monroe throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Saibot! But no joy.
Ricky Monroe seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Monroe lands a body shot.
Monroe tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Saibot was well out of range. Poor timing from Monroe.
Saibot changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Monroe comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Saibot throws the left hand but Monroe avoids the punch easily.
Monroe fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Saibot looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
A punch combination from Monroe misses.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Monroe tries to clinch up but Saibot circles away and keeps his distance.
Saibot fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Monroe scores with a nice head shot.
Monroe 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. #T1#
Monroe just misses with a punch to the body.
A little jabbing left from Saibot on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Monroe throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Saibot on the side of the head.
Monroe throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Saibot sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Despite the aggression on Saibot's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Monroe with a nice cross.
Saibot on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Monroe defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Saibot.
Saibot avoids the body shot from Monroe.
Monroe 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.
Monroe connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Saibot's hands.#CL2#
Saibot has managed to clinch.
Monroe cracks Saibot with a nice body shot.
Monroe prevents a body shot from Saibot.
Monroe lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Saibot backwards.
Saibot tries to work over Monroe's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Monroe blocks a punch to the side of the head. #T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Saibot blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Monroe working aggressively here.
Monroe can't find room to land a body shot as Saibot controls the action.
Saibot misses with a hook from the clinch.
Saibot misses with an elbow over the top.
Saibot prevents a body shot from Monroe.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Monroe.
Saibot swings wildly with an uppercut but Monroe uses good head movement to avoid it.
Saibot swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Saibot throws an elbow but it misses.
Saibot lands an uppercut.
Saibot scores with a shot to the side of Monroe's head.
Monroe lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Still in the clinch, Monroe scores with a nice short uppercut.
Monroe struggles to land a body shot inside as Saibot controls his hands.
Monroe pushes Saibot back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Monroe creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Monroe lands with a left to the head. #T3#
Saibot tries a body shot but Monroe blocks it.
Saibot can't find room to land a body shot as Monroe controls the action.
Saibot swings wildly with an uppercut but Monroe uses good head movement to avoid it.
Saibot misses with a hook from the clinch.
Saibot misses with the head strike. #TD#
Monroe has hold of one of Saibot's legs. Saibot is fighting the takedown attempt but Monroe gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
Saibot looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB2#
Saibot looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Monroe passes into side control.
Monroe works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
Saibot tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Monroe working the ground and pound.
Monroe working the head and body with strikes.
Saibot sneaks back into half guard.#T4#
Saibot wants to get back to full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Saibot looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and Monroe pushes past his half guard into mount!
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 crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Monroe cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
Saibot is looking to improve his position but Monroe isn't that keen on the idea.
The referee warns Saibot that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Monroe lands with some strikes.
Monroe scoring with strikes but Saibot is staying in there.
Monroe prevents Saibot from getting the reversal.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Saibot is still trying to improve position.
Monroe looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
Saibot taking shots to the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ricky Monroe dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Saibot throws an overhand right that lands on Monroe's shoulder, as Monroe tries to avoid the shot.
Saibot misses with a hook. Monroe ducked under it nicely.
Monroe lands with an overhand left.
Monroe throws a poor cross that misses
and Saibot connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Monroe connects with a nice looking jab.
Monroe scores with a nice right hand.
Monroe works Saibot's body with a nice hook.
Monroe lands with an overhand left.
Monroe moves into range and connects with a jab. #ROC#
Saibot is rocked!
Saibot throws an off balance right hand
and Monroe counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Saibot is still on wobbly legs! Can Monroe finish him?
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!
Saibot walks into a straight right, dropping him to the canvas! Monroe swarms him and finishes the fight with a hail of punches! What a brutal finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Ricky Monroe!
After winning the bout, Ricky Monroe thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: Pride FC 20
Date: May 18, 2019

#R1#
Monroe shoots in looking for a takedown but Manuel manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Monroe's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Manuel feinted with a counter takedown.
Manuel bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Manuel appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Peter Manuel seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Manuel ducks under a wild hook from Monroe.
Monroe moves out of range of the strikes.
Manuel misses with a looping left.
Monroe is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Manuel with a body shot.
Manuel with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Monroe takes a jab right on the kisser.
Monroe uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Manuel.
Monroe uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Manuel.
Monroe staying out of range there.
Monroe's corner calls for a 1-2. Monroe obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
We've been told by Manuel's head coaches at Big Bear Fight Factory that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Manuel misses with a jab to the body
and Monroe counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Manuel chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Manuel ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Monroe throws out a loose jab but Manuel uses good head movement to avoid it.
Manuel throws out a powerful jab.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Monroe tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Manuel was well out of range. Poor timing from Monroe.
Monroe stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Manuel.
Monroe uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Manuel.
Manuel thows a left - swing and a miss! #T1#
Monroe tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Monroe checks a leg kick.
Manuel fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Manuel misses with a hook. Monroe ducked under it nicely.
Monroe throws a right hand that Manuel ducks under and follows up with a left that Manuel also avoids with ease.
Manuel throws a lazy right hand but Monroe sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Nice shot by Manuel.
Manuel loads up on a big right hand but Monroe slips the punch.
Manuel lands a nice leg kick that just misses Monroe's sensitive parts.
Manuel keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Monroe.
Monroe changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Manuel tries to avoid it but Monroe manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Manuel to the ground. Manuel escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Monroe throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Monroe misses with a hook. Manuel ducked under it nicely.
Monroe misses with a wild body shot.
Manuel half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Manuel rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Monroe counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Manuel keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Monroe misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Manuel.
Monroe throws a body shot but no joy.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Manuel throws a good cross that connects.
A chopping leg kick lands by Manuel. #T2#
Monroe misses with a jab, cross combination.
Monroe uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Manuel.
Manuel loads up on a big right hand but Monroe slips the punch.
And Monroe tries to counter it with a takedown but Manuel pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Manuel misses with a looping right.
Manuel bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Monroe with a jab.
Monroe keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Manuel.
Manuel throws a lazy right hand but Monroe sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Monroe steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Manuel.
Monroe walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Monroe checks a leg kick.
Monroe takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Monroe has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Manuel.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Monroe.
Peter Manuel has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ricky Monroe.
A big right from Manuel misses.
Manuel lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Manuel.
Peter Manuel is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T3#
Manuel throws a hook but Monroe blocks it.
Monroe throws a good cross that connects.
Manuel avoids the body shot from Monroe.
Monroe doesn't manage to clinch there - Manuel circles away.
Manuel slips a straight right by Monroe.
Monroe uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Manuel.
Monroe defending well as Manuel loads up on a big left hand.
Manuel throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Manuel goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Monroe shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Monroe looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Manuel is fending him off so far but Monroe persists. Nope, Manuel circles away and we're back to standing.
Manuel throws a looping overhand right but Monroe ducks down to avoid it.
Monroe throws a body shot but no joy.
Manuel slips under a jab from Monroe.
Manuel uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
A jab from Manuel misses.
Monroe looks to land a combination but Manuel avoids it well.
Monroe throws a lazy right hand but Manuel sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Manuel throws an off balance right hand
and Monroe counters with a nice uppercut. #T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Manuel gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Manuel takes one to the chin there.
Monroe misses with a wild body shot.
Manuel connects with a crisp jab.
Monroe missing with a left hand there. Manuel was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Manuel chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Monroe looks to throw the jab but Manuel is out of range.
Manuel fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Monroe on the side of the head.
Manuel throws out a loose jab but Monroe uses good head movement to avoid it.
Manuel waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Monroe.#TD2#
Monroe gets a double leg takedown into Manuel's guard.
Monroe stands up over Manuel, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Manuel is looking for a triangle but Monroe pushes his legs off easily.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Monroe postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #SUB#
Manuel is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Peter Manuel dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Monroe takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Manuel misses with a jab, cross combination.
The fighters circling - Monroe throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Manuel jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Manuel throws the left hand but Monroe avoids the punch easily.
Peter Manuel is winning the standup battle so far.
Monroe misses the shot to the body.
Monroe throws a shot to the body.
Manuel fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Monroe misses with an uppercut. Manuel saw that one coming.
Manuel throws a hook but Monroe avoids it easily.
Monroe 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice cross by Manuel.
Manuel scores with a leg kick.
Monroe cracks Manuel with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Manuel jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Monroe drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Monroe takes one to the side of the head. #T1#
Monroe throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Manuel jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Monroe throws a hook to the side of Manuel's head but Manuel sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Manuel attempts a counter takedown but Monroe avoids it well and moves away.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Monroe connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Manuel throws a hook to the side of Monroe's head but Monroe sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Manuel, right into the meat.
A telegraphed right hand from Manuel misses the target.
Monroe uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Manuel.
Some wild striking there from Monroe.
Manuel misses with a straight left.
Monroe swings for the body but Manuel moves out of range.
Monroe's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Manuel throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Monroe stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Manuel fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Monroe.
Good exchange - Manuel coming out on top.
Manuel missing with a left hand there. Monroe was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
A punch combination from Monroe misses. #TD2#
Monroe shoots in for a takedown and gets it.#T2#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Manuel is trying to stand.
Manuel wants to control but Monroe is keeping busy. #SUB2#
Monroe is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Manuel defends it well.
Manuel is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Monroe can do to turn this around?
Manuel wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Manuel looking for submissions off his back.#T3##SUB#
Manuel looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Monroe working the head and body with strikes.
Monroe is looking to advance position but Manuel won't allow it.
Monroe takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Monroe is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Monroe is trying to control the action in half guard but Manuel is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Manuel works his way to full guard. Good work.#T4#
Manuel is trying to keep Monroe in close.
Monroe trying to control but Manuel is working from the bottom.
Manuel wants to sweep but no luck.
Monroe scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Monroe content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. #SUB#
Manuel is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Monroe is aware though and is defending well.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Monroe's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #ROC2#
Manuel is rocked!
Manuel pulls Monroe in close to prevent any damage. #SUB#
Manuel looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Monroe passes into side control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Ricky Monroe will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Monroe lands a nice hook to Manuel's body. Manuel takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Monroe takes a swing at Manuel's ribcage but misses.
Monroe swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Manuel moves away from the strike by Monroe.
Monroe throws out a loose jab but Manuel uses good head movement to avoid it.
Monroe looks to land a combination but Manuel avoids it well.
Manuel waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Monroe.
A telegraphed right hand from Monroe misses the target.
Manuel leaves Monroe with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Manuel dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Monroe. That did some damage!
Monroe takes a swing at Manuel's ribcage but misses.
Manuel feinted with a counter takedown.
Monroe throws an overhand right that lands on Manuel's shoulder, as Manuel tries to avoid the shot.
Monroe gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Manuel misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Monroe.
And Monroe tries to counter it with a takedown but Manuel pushes his down on his head and steps out.#T1#
Manuel lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Monroe avoids the head kick by Manuel.
Monroe slips under a jab.
Monroe throws the left hand but Manuel avoids the punch easily.
Monroe looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Monroe slips under a jab from Manuel.
Monroe misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Manuel counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Manuel misses with a looping right.
Manuel tried to score with a low kick but Monroe checks it.
Manuel throws a low kick, looking for Monroe's leg but Monroe calmly moves out of range.
Monroe ducks under a wild hook from Manuel.
Manuel lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Monroe uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Manuel.
Monroe just misses with a punch to the body.
Manuel smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Monroe shoots in looking for a takedown. Manuel tries to sprawl out of it but Monroe keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Manuel manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #T2#
A swing and a miss from Manuel.
Manuel keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Monroe throws a hook to the side of Manuel's head but Manuel sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Manuel misses with a straight left.
Monroe throws a nice looking combination but Manuel bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Monroe looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Monroe ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Manuel moves away.
Monroe fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Manuel throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Manuel lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Monroe circles away quickly and effectively.
It seemed like Monroe was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Manuel swings for the body but Monroe moves out of range.
Manuel lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Manuel misses with a straight left.
A big left from Manuel misses.
Monroe looks to score with a jab to the body but Manuel is just out of range.
Manuel with a nice cross.
Monroe swinging wildly here. #T3#
Monroe moves out of range as Manuel strikes.
Manuel misses with a looping left.
Monroe drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Monroe tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Manuel paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Manuel looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Manuel connects with a looping right hand.
A telegraphed right hand from Manuel misses the target.
Good shot there by Monroe.
Manuel lands a lovely overhand right.
Some wild striking there from Monroe.
Good exchange - Manuel coming out on top.
Manuel displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Monroe throws out the jab.
Manuel misses with a hook.
Monroe with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Manuel to score with a decent uppercut.#T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Manuel throws a body shot but no joy.
Monroe has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Manuel looks to throw the jab but Monroe is out of range.
Monroe throws a jab when Manuel was well out of range.
Manuel looks to land a right hand but Monroe moved out of range.
And Monroe tries to counter it with a takedown but Manuel pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Nice defenses there by Monroe.
Monroe thows a left - swing and a miss!
Manuel misses with a straight right.
Monroe feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Manuels jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Monroe on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Monroe misses with a straight left.
Manuel looks to land a right hand but Monroe moved out of range.
Monroe throws a big shot that misses.#CL2#
Monroe moves into range and clinches up with Manuel.#TD#
Manuel gets control of Monroe's arms and successfully pulls guard. Manuel will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Monroe cracks Manuel with a solid left hand.#SUB#
Manuel has managed to work for a loose triangle. I think Monroe should be able to defend this one pretty easily though. Oh, Manuel has tightened it up now! Monroe should have reacted faster there - he's in big trouble and yes, he's tapped out! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Peter Manuel!
A relieved looking Peter Manuel 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: Pride FC 16
Date: May 04, 2019

#R1#
OByrne avoids the body shot from Monroe.
Some wild striking there from Monroe.
OByrne jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
OByrne moves out of range of the strikes.
OByrne throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
OByrne throws a good cross that connects.
A looping hook to the body misses from Monroe. OByrne does a little dance to reset his feet.
We've been told by OByrne's head coaches at Tosen's Home for Lost Boys that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
OByrne shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
OByrne throws a chopping leg kick but Monroe manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Monroe swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Joseph OByrne seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
OByrne wants to land a leg kick but Monroe is out of range.
OByrne looks to score with a jab to the body but Monroe is just out of range.
Monroe avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Monroe just misses with a punch to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Monroe with a body punch. A glancing blow.
OByrne throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
An inside leg kick from OByrne misses.
OByrne lands a leg kick that knocks Monroe off balance momentarily.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
OByrne throws a hook but Monroe avoids it easily.
Monroe getting the better of the striking in that exchange.#T1#
OByrne with a nice cross.
OByrne lands with a cross.
Monroe ducks right into an uppercut from OByrne.
OByrne with a body punch. A glancing blow.
OByrne attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
OByrne lands with a thumping leg kick.
Monroe moves out of range of the body kick.
Monroe misses with a hook.
OByrne appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Monroe misses with a body shot.
Monroe tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but OByrne was well out of range. Poor timing from Monroe.
Monroe checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
OByrne connects with an inside leg kick.
A nice inside leg kick there by OByrne. That's going to slow Monroe down.
A good leg kick by OByrne.
OByrne fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Monroe has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
OByrne connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Monroe's hands.
Monroe misses with a hook. OByrne ducked under it nicely.
OByrne throws a jab when Monroe was well out of range.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from OByrne. #T2#
Monroe throws an overhand right that lands on OByrne's shoulder, as OByrne tries to avoid the shot.
OByrne throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Joseph OByrne is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Monroe tries to move into range but OByrne moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Monroe throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
OByrne throws a wild body kick that Monroe sees coming a mile off.
OByrne is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Monroe on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
OByrne looks to throw the jab but Monroe is out of range.
Monroe thows a left - swing and a miss!
OByrne looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
The fighters circling - Monroe throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Monroe bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps OByrne's head backwards.
Monroe is looking to clinch.
Monroe throws a lazy right hand but OByrne sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Monroe checks a leg kick.
OByrne connects with a leg kick. Monroe looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
OByrne avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
OByrne lands a nice shot that snaps Monroe's head back.
OByrne's jab looks to have found its range, popping Monroe under the eye.
Monroe misses with the combination.
OByrne seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.#T3#
Monroe misses with an uppercut. OByrne saw that one coming.
OByrne misses with a low kick as Monroe jumps back.
OByrne wants to slow Monroe down by chopping away at his legs.
Monroe checks a leg kick nicely.
Monroe looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Monroe scores with a jab to the jaw.
Monroe misses with a wild combination.
Some wild striking there from Monroe.
A head kick misses from OByrne.
Monroe looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Monroe uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by OByrne.
OByrne throws an overhand right that lands on Monroe's shoulder, as Monroe tries to avoid the shot.
OByrne swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Monroe feints the counter takedown.
OByrne ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Monroe moves away.
A looping hook to the body misses from Monroe. OByrne does a little dance to reset his feet.
Monroe misses with a straight left.
Danga de danga de dang - OByrne scores with a four punch combination!#T4##TD2#
Monroe drives through with a takedown into guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
OByrne utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Monroe throwing strikes but missing.
Monroe tries to free his leg and advance position but OByrne is retaining full guard.
Monroe lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Monroe trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Monroe with a flurry of punches that miss.
Monroe chips away with some ground and pound.
OByrne is controlling Monroe's posture.
Monroe won't allow OByrne to sweep him here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Joseph OByrne 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#
Monroe moves out of range of the strikes.
A little jabbing left from Monroe on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Monroe misses with a straight left.
OByrne keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Monroe.
OByrne is looking to score with low kicks.
Monroe scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Monroe lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Monroe misses with a looping left.
The fighters circle momentarily. OByrne darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Monroe throws a shot from downtown. OByrne moves away and avoids it.
OByrne feinted there with a counter leg kick.
OByrne fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Monroe.
OByrne walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Monroe cracks OByrne with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
OByrne throws a looping overhand right but Monroe ducks down to avoid it.
Monroe connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Monroe crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from OByrne - the referee stops the clock and Monroe gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says OByrne. Monroe manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
OByrne throws a quick inside leg kick.
A big left from Monroe misses.
OByrne feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Monroe's hands are dropping dangerously low here and OByrne connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Monroe scrambles back to his feet.#T1#
Monroe on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
OByrne ducks under a wild hook from Monroe.
OByrne looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
OByrne lands with a good body shot.
Monroe throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Monroe throws a nice looking combination but OByrne bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
OByrne shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
OByrne smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
OByrne throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
OByrne swings widly with a right hand
letting Monroe counter with a right hand.
Monroe throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
OByrne thinks about countering with a body kick.
OByrne throws a leg kick which misses Monroe's front leg but catches the back leg as Monroe tries to avoid it.
OByrne uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A shot to the liver by Monroe. Beautiful body shot.
OByrne throws a leg kick but Monroe sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Monroe throws a body shot but no joy.
Monroe's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
OByrne throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
OByrne lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Joseph OByrne is winning the standup battle so far.#T2#
OByrne buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
OByrne missing with a left hand there. Monroe was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
OByrne misses with a few strikes there.
Monroe connects with a right hand. OByrne shakes it off.
OByrne feints and then cracks Monroe's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Monroe down.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by OByrne.
Monroe throws an uppercut from half a mile away. OByrne sees it coming and avoids it easily.
OByrne misses with a looping left.
Monroe avoids a kick to the body.
Monroe avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A looping hook to the body misses from Monroe. OByrne does a little dance to reset his feet.
Monroe jabs OByrne right on the nose. OByrne blinks but takes it well.
OByrne tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Monroe wants to counter with a clinch but OByrne pushes him away.
Monroe throws a hook but OByrne blocks it.
OByrne loads up on a big right hand but Monroe slips the punch.
OByrne blocks a jab.
OByrne takes a swing at Monroe's ribcage but misses. #T3#
Monroe moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
OByrne misses with the body kick
and Monroe counters with a straight right hand.
OByrne throws a series of punches but Monroe avoids them all with ease.
Good leg kick by OByrne there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
OByrne slips a jab from Monroe.
OByrne tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Monroe was well out of range. Poor timing from OByrne.
Monroe swings for the body but OByrne moves out of range.
As Monroe backs away, OByrne returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Monroe misses with a straight right.
OByrne looks to land a right hand but Monroe moved out of range.
Monroe let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Monroe misses with a straight left.
Monroe takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Monroe takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Monroe shoots in and drives through. OByrne sprawls well.
OByrne clobbers Monroe with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
OByrne is looking to chop away at Monroe's legs.
Monroe is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by OByrne.
Monroe steps to the side to avoid the strikes from OByrne.#T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
OByrne scores with a kick to the midsection.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from OByrne. Monroe shrugs it off though.
Monroe connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between OByrne's hands.
Monroe has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from OByrne.
OByrne throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Monroe throws a body punch but OByrne moves out of range.
OByrne finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
OByrne misses with a leg kick.
A nice side step and Monroe releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Monroe waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract OByrne.
Nice jab there from OByrne.
OByrne thows a left - swing and a miss!
OByrne fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Monroe.
OByrne fakes the leg kick and cracks Monroe in the body.
Monroe throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
OByrne fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Monroe on the wrong end of a nice jab.
OByrne is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Monroe can do to turn this around?
Monroe closes this distance looking for a takedown but OByrne circles away.#TD2#
Monroe drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
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 Joseph OByrne will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
OByrne lands with a kick to the ribs.
Monroe throws a series of punches but OByrne moves out of range.
Monroe stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from OByrne.
OByrne missing with a left hand there. Monroe was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Monroe misses with a wild combination.
OByrne takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Monroe throws a right hand that misses
and OByrne counters with a nice leg kick.
OByrne chopping away at his opponent's legs.
OByrne tries to clinch there but Monroe circles away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Monroe punishes OByrne's body with a nice straight punch.
OByrne is looking to clinch but Monroe is avoiding it.
A low kick from OByrne is predictable there #TD2#
and Monroe counters with a takedown into side control.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sloppy strikes there by Monroe.#T1#
Monroe throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
Monroe misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
Monroe wants to control but OByrne is keeping him busy.
Monroe connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused OByrne some visible discomfort.
OByrne manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Ricky Monroe has got the better of the ground game so far.
Monroe is pressing down on OByrne's thigh, looking to free his foot. OByrne is holding on for now.
OByrne is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Monroe prevents OByrne from improving his position.#T2#
Monroe thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed OByrne's head.
Monroe trying to mount his opponent but OByrne defends it.
Monroe thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
OByrne is pressing down on Monroe's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
OByrne utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Monroe throws a big right hand that misses.
Monroe throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as OByrne works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.#T3#
Monroe postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Monroe working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Monroe's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Monroe postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Ricky Monroe has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
OByrne keeping full guard, as Monroe tries to pass. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
OByrne takes a jab right on the kisser.
OByrne tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Monroe is able to avoid easily.
Monroe listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Monroe takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
OByrne moves in looking to clinch but Monroe pushes him off.
OByrne moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.#ROC2#
OByrne is rocked!#T4#
OByrne wants to land a leg kick but Monroe is out of range.
Oh OByrne is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
OByrne scores with a sloppy right hand. Monroe should have avoided that one.
Monroe bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps OByrne's head backwards.
OByrne throws a jab when Monroe was well out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Monroe. OByrne does a little dance to reset his feet.
Nice defenses there by Monroe.
Monroe looks to score with a jab to the body but OByrne is just out of range.
OByrne throws a nice inside leg kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#CL2#
Monroe has managed to clinch.
OByrne seems to have got his legs back now.
A head punch blocked on the inside by OByrne.
OByrne cracks Monroe with a nice body shot.
Monroe struggles to land a body shot inside as OByrne controls his hands.
A head punch blocked on the inside by OByrne.
Still in the clinch, OByrne scores with a nice short uppercut.
Joseph OByrne is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
A short uppercut from OByrne.
OByrne blocks an uppercut.

And that's the end of the fight!
Ricky Monroe comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think OByrne 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 Vladimir Khabensky scores the fight 29:28
Judge Aleksandr Martynov scores the fight 29:28
Judge Fedor Mirinova scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Joseph OByrne!
Our winner, Joseph OByrne, 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: Pride FC 11
Date: Apr 13, 2019

#R1#
Monroe walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
We've been told by Murhaa's head coaches at Gymi that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Monroe.
Murhaa finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Monroe throws out a counter right but Murhaa avoids it with no problem.
Murhaa fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Monroe.
Murhaa cracks the inside of Monroe's front leg.
Monroe takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Murhaa cracks the inside of Monroe's front leg.
Murhaa on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Monroe connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
A slow jab from Monroe misses its intended target.
Murhaa cracks Monroe with a right hand to the side of the head.
Monroe looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Monroe takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Murhaa misses with a head kick.
Murhaa slips under a jab.
Murhaa works the jab nicely.
Murhaa looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Murhaa swats away the attempt to clinch by Monroe.#T1#
Murhaa connects with a leg kick. Monroe looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Monroe checks a leg kick nicely.
Paul Murhaa seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Murhaa cracks Monroe with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.#TD2#
Monroe shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Monroe showed some decent athleticism there.
Monroe missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Murhaa is trying to stand.
Murhaa is trying to control but can't. #ES#
Murhaa kicks off Monroe and gets to his feet.
Murhaa fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Monroe checks a leg kick.
Murhaa misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Monroe.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Murhaa lands a nice leg kick that just misses Monroe's sensitive parts.
Monroe throws a shot from downtown. Murhaa moves away and avoids it.
Monroe misses with a two punch combination.
Monroe swings widly with a right hand
and Murhaa counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena. #T2#
Murhaa pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Monroe 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.
Murhaa with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Murhaa keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Monroe.
Murhaa uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Monroe.
Monroe misses with a double jab
and Murhaa counters with a slapping leg kick.
Murhaa throws a body kick that misses.
Monroe tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Monroe throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Monroe tries to clinch there but Murhaa circles away.
Murhaa slips a jab from Monroe.
Murhaa throws a big counter combination but Monroe scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Murhaa avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Paul Murhaa is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Monroe throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Murhaa on the side of the head. #TD2#
Murhaa tries to sprawl but Monroe drives through with a takedown into half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Murhaa wants to get back to his feet.
Murhaa is looking to get back to is feet but Monroe passes into side control.
Monroe in the domination position with Murhaa hanging on.
Monroe lands a decent elbow from side control. #T3#
Murhaa is trying to get back to his feet.#SUB2#
Monroe tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Murhaa is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
Monroe lands a few punches from side control.
Monroe throws an elbow but Murhaa slips to the side and avoids it well.
Murhaa defending against the ground and pound.
The ground and pound from Monroe seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Monroe sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Murhaa is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position. #T4#
Murhaa taking a bit of punishment here - Monroe scoring with strikes.
Monroe is looking to take a break and control but Murhaa is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Murhaa is looking to reverse the position.
Murhaa is trying to get back to his feet.
Murhaa isn't going anywhere.
Monroe misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Monroe misses with the ground and pound.
An elbow from Monroe crashes against the mat.
Murhaa regains half guard.
Murhaa wants to get back to his feet.
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 Paul Murhaa will probably get the nod.
That's time! Murhaa's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Monroe chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Murhaa can pounce on him.
Murhaa delivers a nice body kick.
Murhaa on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Monroe misses with the combination.
Paul Murhaa is winning the standup battle so far.
Monroe throws a shot from downtown. Murhaa moves away and avoids it.
Murhaa works Monroe's body with a nice hook.
Monroe moves out of range as Murhaa throws a body kick.
Monroe misses with a straight left.
Monroe 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.
Monroe 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.
Murhaa staying out of range there.
Murhaa wants to slow Monroe down by chopping away at his legs.
Murhaa will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Murhaa scores with a nice strike.
Monroe's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Monroe tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Murhaa swivels and escapes.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Murhaa feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Monroe's calf.
Murhaa throws a half hearted mid kick.
It seemed like Monroe was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T1#
Monroe scores with a body shot.
Monroe's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Murhaa connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Monroe scrambles back to his feet.
Murhaa throws a sloppy head kick and Monroe moves out of range easily.
Murhaa throws a leg kick that is checked
and Monroe connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A jab from Murhaa finds it's way through Monroe's defenses.
Murhaa staying out of range there.
Murhaa looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Murhaa takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Murhaa attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Murhaa lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
A solid body kick from Murhaa.
Murhaa ducks under a wild hook from Monroe.
Monroe avoids a kick to the body.
Monroe drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Murhaa defends it well.
A solid body kick from Murhaa.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Murhaa throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Monroe smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Murhaa takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Murhaa throws a leg kick that is checked
and Monroe counters with a stiff right hand. #T2#
Murhaa comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Murhaa chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Monroe checks a leg kick nicely.
Monroe ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Murhaa moves away.
Monroe jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Monroe!
Murhaa misses with a body shot.
Monroe chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Murhaa can pounce on him.
Monroe tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Murhaa was well out of range. Poor timing from Monroe.
Murhaa slips a jab from Monroe.
Monroe works Murhaa's body with a nice hook.
A slow jab from Monroe misses its intended target.
Murhaa swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Murhaa lands with a shot to the body.
A slapping body kick lands there for Murhaa.
Monroe throws a body shot but no joy.
Murhaa thows a left - swing and a miss!
Monroe avoids the head kick by Murhaa. #T3#
Monroe misses with a right hand
and Murhaa counters with an outside leg kick.
Monroe changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Monroe lands a two punch combo.
Monroe waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Murhaa.
Murhaa dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Monroe. That did some damage!
A solid leg kick lands there for Murhaa.
Murhaa misses with a straight left.
Monroe tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Monroe blocks a head kick by Murhaa.
Murhaa avoids the body shot from Monroe.
Murhaa throws a quick counter kick to the body but Monroe avoids it.
Monroe tries to bum rush Murhaa with a series of wild strikes but Murhaa uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Murhaa quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Murhaa throws a leg kick that misses.
Murhaa looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
An inside leg kick lands from Murhaa.
Murhaa throws a nice head kick!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Murhaa ducks under a wild hook from Monroe.
Monroe throws a wild combination but nothing lands. #T4#
Monroe drops his hands momentarily and Murhaa takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Monroe misses with a few strikes there.
Monroe 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.
Monroe misses with a looping left.
Murhaa throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Monroe throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Murhaa stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Murhaa scores with a punch to the head.
Murhaa 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.
Murhaa displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Monroe throws out the jab.
A slow jab from Monroe misses its intended target.
Murhaa thuds a left hand into Monroe's body.
Nice defenses there by Murhaa.
Jab from Murhaa.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Murhaa scoring well with a low kick there.
Nice defenses there by Murhaa.
Murhaa wants to land a leg kick but Monroe is out of range.
Murhaa shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
A little jabbing left from Monroe on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Paul Murhaa dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Monroe slips under a jab from Murhaa.
Murhaa tries a head kick but it misses.
And Monroe tries to counter it with a takedown but Murhaa pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Murhaa cracks Monroe with a right hand to the side of the head.
Monroe throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Monroe misses the shot to the body.
Murhaa scores with a kick to the body.
Some bone on bone action there as Monroe checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Monroe looks to throw the jab but Murhaa is out of range.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Monroe checks a leg kick.
Monroe doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Monroe with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Murhaa to score with a decent uppercut.
Murhaa moves out of range as Monroe strikes.
Murhaa lands with a nice body kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Monroe uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Murhaa.
Murhaa lands a head shot.
Monroe blocks a leg kick.
Murhaa throws out a leg kick but Monroe moves out of range and Murhaa only half commits.
Monroe tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Murhaa was well out of range. Poor timing from Monroe.#T1#
Murhaa scores with a crisp jab that stopped Monroe in his tracks.
Murhaa throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Monroe throws a right hand that Murhaa ducks under and follows up with a left that Murhaa also avoids with ease.
Murhaa throws a quick counter head kick but Monroe was just out of range.
Monroe lands a right hook to the body.
Murhaa ducks under a wild hook from Monroe.
Murhaa scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Monroe doesn't seem bothered though.
Monroe avoids the head kick by Murhaa.
Murhaa takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Monroe misses with a straight left.
Murhaa wants to slow Monroe down by chopping away at his legs.
Monroe chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Murhaa can pounce on him.
Monroe throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Murhaa throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Monroe misses with a wild body shot.
Murhaa connects with the punch.
Monroe connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.#T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Murhaa wants to slow Monroe down by chopping away at his legs.
Monroe has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Murhaa.
Murhaa scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Murhaa throws the kick towards the body but Monroe avoids it.
And Monroe tries to counter it with a takedown but Murhaa pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Monroe misses with a series of wild punches.
Monroe checks a leg kick.
Monroe changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Monroe keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Monroe swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Monroe misses with a series of wild punches.
Monroe misses the shot to the body.
Murhaa pivots, looking for a leg kick but Monroe is out of range and Murhaa settles back down.
Murhaa lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Murhaa feints and then cracks Monroe's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Monroe down.
Monroe avoids a kick to the body.
Monroe appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Murhaa ducks under a wild hook from Monroe.
Monroe scores with a hook.#T3#
Monroe tries to bum rush Murhaa with a series of wild strikes but Murhaa uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Murhaa lands a jab to the head.
Monroe moves out of range as Murhaa throws a body kick.
Monroe with the counter takedown but Murhaa avoids it easily.
Nice uppercut there from Monroe.
Monroe throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Monroe shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Murhaa as he jumps to the side.
Ricky Monroe has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Murhaa connects with an inside leg kick.
Murhaa misses with a body shot
and Monroe counters with a nice uppercut.
Monroe displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Monroe throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Murhaa is looking to counter with head kicks.
A leg kick checked by Monroe.
And Monroe tries to counter it with a takedown but Murhaa pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Murhaa thows a body kick. Monroe tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Murhaa lands a high 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!
A clash of legs there as Monroe blocks the low kick.#T4#
Murhaa uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Monroe.
Murhaa is looking to counter punch.
Monroe takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Murhaa misses with a low kick.
Murhaa misses with a leg kick.
Monroe checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
A head kick misses from Murhaa.
Monroe looks to land a left hand but Murhaa moved out of range nicely.
Murhaa throws a body kick that misses.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Murhaa, right into the meat.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Murhaa, right into the meat.
Murhaa misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Monroe.
Monroe let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Monroe misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Murhaa appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Murhaa slips under a jab.
Nice defenses there by Murhaa.
Monroe scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Monroe missing with a left hand there. Murhaa was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.

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 Paul Murhaa.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Murhaa, 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 Wagner Zegers scores the fight 28:29
Judge Paul Aken scores the fight 30:27
Judge Aafke Stam scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: Pride FC 6
Date: Mar 30, 2019

#R1#
A jab from Monroe does it's job there.
A shot to the body from Monroe misses
and Experiment Il counters with a low kick, right behind Monroe 's knee.
Experiment Il throws a head kick that misses.
Monroe misses with a hook. Experiment Il ducked under it nicely.
Monroe connects with the punch.
Experiment Il scores with a one two! Monroe had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Monroe scores with a jab to the jaw.
Good leg kick by Experiment Il there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Nice jab there from Monroe.
Monroe has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Gentlemans Offence and Defense System in the buildup to the fight.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Monroe lands a nice shot that snaps Experiment Il's head back.
A punch combination from Experiment Il misses. #TD#
Monroe drives through with a takedown into Experiment Il's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Monroe tries to free his leg and advance position but Experiment Il is retaining full guard.
Monroe throws a strike but Experiment Il rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB##SUB#
Monroe has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Experiment Il can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T1#
Experiment Il controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Experiment Il tries to free his leg and advance position but Monroe is retaining full guard.
Monroe 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.
Monroe tries to land a sweep but no joy.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Experiment Il is stalling in the full guard. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Monroe wants to sweep but no luck.
Experiment Il sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Monroe's guard.
Well, if Experiment Il 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.
Experiment Il prevents Monroe from improving his position.#T3#
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Experiment Il content to control rather than advance. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Experiment Il throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Good standup being displayed there by Monroe as he connects with a hook.
A clash of legs there as Monroe blocks the low kick.
Experiment Il slips a jab from Monroe.
Experiment Il is looking to clinch but Monroe is avoiding it.
Monroe shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Good work by Monroe as he checks the leg kick.
Monroe swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#T4#
Monroe blocks a leg kick.
Experiment Il tries to work over Monroe's front leg with a kick but Monroe checks it.
Monroe was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Experiment Il fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Monroe looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Monroe's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Monroe duly obliges.
Monroe throws a lazy right hand but Experiment Il sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Nice jab there from Monroe.
Monroe fails in his attempt to clinch. #CL2#
Experiment Il moves into the clinch.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Monroe managing to block the knees to the body from Experiment Il. #TD#
Monroe has hold of one of Experiment Il's legs. Experiment Il is fighting the takedown attempt but Monroe gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
Monroe throws an elbow that misses. Experiment Il uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Monroe's guard. Nice move by Experiment Il!#REVB#
Monroe lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
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 Ricky Monroe will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2##CL2#
Experiment Il gets a clinch.
Experiment Il is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Monroe is defending well for now.
Experiment Il throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Monroes head.
Monroe throws a punch but it's blocked by Experiment Il.
Monroe tries to throw a body punch but Experiment Il avoids it by throwing Monroe back against the cage.
Monroe goes for a takedown in the clinch but Experiment Il prevents it.
Monroe lands a right hand.
Monroe throws a punch but it's blocked by Experiment Il.
Monroe is trying to pull guard but Experiment Il turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Experiment Il crunches a lovely knee into Monroe's ribcage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Experiment Il scores with a knee to the head. #CUT2#
It looks like Ricky Monroe has been cut.
A nice right hand lands inside from Experiment Il.
Experiment Il blocking some punches.
Monroe tries to throw a body punch but Experiment Il avoids it by throwing Monroe back against the cage.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Experiment Il takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Experiment Il is stalling here. #T1##KD2#
Experiment Il drops Monroe with a big knee straight up the middle! Monroe is covering up against the cage but manages to escape and gets back to his feet! #ROC2#
Monroe is rocked!
Nice uppercut lands for Monroe. That snapped Experiment Il's head back.
Experiment Il blocks a jab.
Experiment Il attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Experiment Il slips under a jab from Monroe.
Monroe misses with a body shot.
Monroe scores with a jab. Experiment Il acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Finnish Experiment Il is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Monroe looks to score with a jab to the body but Experiment Il is just out of range.
A decent looking cross lands there for Monroe.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Monroe has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Experiment Il.
Experiment Il throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Monroe was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Experiment Il uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Monroe.
Monroe pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #T2#
Experiment Il looks to score with a jab to the body but Monroe is just out of range.
Experiment Il swings for the body but Monroe moves out of range.
Monroe throws a shot from downtown. Experiment Il moves away and avoids it.
Experiment Il takes a swing at Monroe's ribcage but misses.
Experiment Il scores with a nice head shot.
Experiment Il scores with a nice body kick.
Monroe throws a jab but it's blocked by Experiment Il.
Experiment Il misses with a body shot
and Monroe counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Monroe misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Experiment Il.
Monroe looks to land a left hand but Experiment Il moved out of range nicely.
Monroe takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Monroe misses with an uppercut. Experiment Il saw that one coming.
A slow jab from Monroe misses its intended target.
Ricky Monroe is winning the standup battle so far.#T3#
A solid leg kick lands there for Experiment Il. #CL2#
Experiment Il darts in and clinches Monroe up against the cage.#BC2#
Experiment Il breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL2#
Experiment Il darts in and clinches Monroe up against the cage.
Monroe working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Monroe lands with a light punch inside.
Monroe digs a right hand underneath Experiment Il's ribcage. Experiment Il let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Monroe lands a body punch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Experiment Il.
Monroe lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Monroe tries a body shot but Experiment Il blocks it.
Monroe misses with the head strike.
Experiment Il blocks an uppercut.
Monroe lands a nice uppercut.
Monroe managing to block the knees to the body from Experiment Il.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Monroe fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #T4#
Monroe on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Experiment Il misses with a punch on the inside.
Experiment Il leaning his opponent against the cage.#TD#
Monroe has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Experiment Il clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
Experiment Il has his hands over his head blocking the strikes from Monroe.
Experiment Il trying to control the hands but Monroe breaks the grip.
Experiment Il might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Monroe haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Experiment Il covering up well under a barage of strikes.
Monroe controlling well, preventing Experiment Il from escaping the position.
Monroe is throwing punches to the body, looking to soften Experiment Il up.
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 Ricky Monroe will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Ricky Monroe's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - 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#
Monroe lands with a shot to the body.
Experiment Il looks to score with a jab to the body but Monroe is just out of range.
Nice defenses there by Experiment Il.
Monroe throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Ricky Monroe seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Monroe throws a hook to the side of Experiment Il's head but Experiment Il sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Monroe blocks a low kick nicely.
Experiment Il takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Monroe throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Experiment Il counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Experiment Il ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A countering left hand to the body from Experiment Il misses.
Experiment Il avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Experiment Il displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Monroe throws out the jab.
Experiment Il tries to clinch but Monroe is having none of it.
Nice straight punches there by Monroe. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Monroe.
Experiment Il dodges the punch combination from Monroe. #T1#
Monroe darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Experiment Il scores with a kick to the midsection.
Experiment Il fakes the leg kick and cracks Monroe in the body.
Monroe throws a big shot that misses.
Monroe connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.#TD#
Monroe throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Experiment Il was covering up waiting for the punch and Monroe finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Experiment Il seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Experiment Il wants to sweep here but Monroe controlling him for the moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
Monroe in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Monroe trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Monroe with a flurry of punches that miss.
Experiment Il has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Monroe wants to pass the guard but Experiment Il is keeping the position.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Experiment Il doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.#T3#
Monroe misses with a two punch combination.
Monroe throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Experiment Il sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Nice body punch from Monroe.
Monroe misses with a body shot.
Monroe takes a swing at Experiment Il's ribcage but misses.
Experiment Il doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Experiment Il slips a straight right by Monroe.
Monroe misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Experiment Il.
Experiment Il steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Monroe.
Experiment Il tries to clinch up but Monroe circles away and keeps his distance.#CL2#
Experiment Il closes the distance and clinches.
Monroe swings wildly with an uppercut but Experiment Il uses good head movement to avoid it.
Experiment Il tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Monroe avoids it.
Monroe takes a knee to the side of the body.
Ricky Monroe is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T4#
Experiment Il working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Experiment Il is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Experiment Il leaning against his opponent.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Finnish Experiment Il has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Experiment Il misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Monroe.
Experiment Il misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Monroe.
Experiment Il stops a takedown attempt from Monroe.
Monroe can't find room to land a body shot as Experiment Il controls the action.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Experiment Il is stalling here.
Monroe misses with the head strike.
Experiment Il is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Experiment Il putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Monroe in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Nice body punch from Experiment Il - that landed with a thud.
Good body shot from Experiment Il.
Experiment Il utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee 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 Ricky Monroe.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Monroe, 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 Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 30:27
Judge Joseph Jones scores the fight 30:27
Judge Franklyn Lucas scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: Ajax Worldwide #7
Date: Mar 02, 2019

#R1#
Garcia cracks a nice hook into Monroe's ribs.
Monroe lands a right hook to the body.
Monroe takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Garcia throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Garcia uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Monroe.
Monroe throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A punch lands to the side of Monroe 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Monroe 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.
Garcia keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Monroe ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Garcia moves away.
A leg kick checked by Monroe.
Garcia throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Monroe just misses with a punch to the body.
Garcia blocks a jab.
A counter left hand to the body from Garcia misses its target.
Monroe tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Monroe misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Garcia.
Garcia connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Monroe momentarily.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Garcia tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Monroe is able to avoid easily.
No joy there for Monroe, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Garcia works Monroe's body with a nice hook.#T1#
Monroe throws a hook but Garcia avoids it easily.
Haislan Garcia is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Monroe looks to land a combination but Garcia avoids it well.
Garcia throws a jab but it's blocked by Monroe.
A slow jab from Monroe misses its intended target.
Monroe fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Monroe checks a leg kick.
Garcia motions for Monroe to come forward. Garcia throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Monroe checks the leg kick nicely there.
Garcia lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Monroe misses the jab.
Garcia scoring well with a low kick there.
Monroe moves away from the strike by Garcia.
Garcia misses with an uppercut.
Monroe misses with a series of wild punches.
A little feinted left hand from Garcia on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Garcia scores with a jab. Monroe acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Monroe looks to score with a jab to the body but Garcia is just out of range.#T2#
A jab from Garcia misses.
Garcia throws a jab when Monroe was well out of range.
Monroe is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Garcia rather than just go for the knockout.#TD2#
Monroe looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Garcia tries to get to full guard but Monroe has control of the leg.
Monroe is thwarting Garcia's attempts to control the position.
Monroe throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Monroe landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Garcia wants to control but Monroe is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Garcia is trying is best to control the position here.
Monroe tries to pass to full mount but Garcia defends it. #T3#
Monroe prevents Garcia from improving his position.
Garcia makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Garcia.
Garcia has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Garcia looking for a sweep. Not yet Garcia, not yet.
Garcia utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Monroe has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Monroe scoring with punches to the head and body.
Monroe pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Garcia is keeping the position for now. #T4#
Garcia is trying to control the position but Monroe postures up.
Monroe stands and throws Garcia's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Monroe in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Monroe throws an elbow but Garcia slips to the side and avoids it well.
You can see the frustration on Garcia's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Garcia takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Garcia can't do much from the bottom here.
Garcia sneaks back into half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Ricky Monroe will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Garcia steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Monroe.
Garcia fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Monroe has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Garcia throws a hook to the side of Monroe's head but Monroe sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Garcia staying out of range there.
Garcia swings for the body but Monroe moves out of range.
Monroe throws a nice looking combination but Garcia bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Garcia is looking to counter punch.
Monroe is really struggling to land any decent head shots against his taller opponent.
Monroe throws an off balance right hand
enabling Garcia to counter with a crisp jab.
Monroe displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Garcia throws out the jab.
Monroe feints the counter takedown.
Monroe ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Garcia moves away.
Monroe thuds his right hand into Garcia's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Garcia connects with a nice looking jab.
Jab, jab by Garcia - just one landing.
Garcia dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Monroe misses with a straight left.
Haislan Garcia is winning the standup battle so far.
Monroe connects with a crisp jab.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Monroe misses with an uppercut. Garcia saw that one coming.
Garcia stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.#T1#
Garcia misses with a straight left.
Garcia throws the left hand but Monroe avoids the punch easily.
Garcia ducks under a wild hook from Monroe.
It looked like Garcia was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Monroe.
Garcia swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Monroe lands a head shot.
Garcia throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Garcia connects with the punch.
Monroe throws an overhand right that lands on Garcia's shoulder, as Garcia tries to avoid the shot.
Garcia pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Monroe drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Garcia defends it well.
Garcia lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Monroe throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Garcia sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Garcia connects with the punch.
Garcia uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Monroe.
Monroe looks to land a left hand but Garcia moved out of range nicely.
It looked like Garcia was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Monroe.
A nice inside leg kick there by Garcia. That's going to slow Monroe down.
Garcia throws a jab when Monroe was well out of range.
Monroe bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Garcia's head backwards.#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Monroe shoots in for a takedown but Garcia shows good takedown defense.
Garcia swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Monroe takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
That kick from Garcia tenderised Monroe's leg. Monroe is trying to keep his angry face on.#TD2#
Monroe shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Garcia's guard.#ES#
Garcia manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.
Garcia tries a knee to the head but Monroe blocks it.
Monroe lands a right hand.
A head punch on the inside from Garcia fails to land.
Monroe working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Still in the clinch, Monroe scores with a nice short uppercut.
Garcia lands a body shot in the clinch.
Garcia lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Garcia lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Garcia is working Monroe over against the cage.
Garcia lands a body shot.
Garcia tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T3#
Monroe lands a left hand that snaps the head of Garcia backwards.
Monroe swings wildly with an uppercut but Garcia uses good head movement to avoid it.
Monroe digs a right hand into Garcia's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Garcia's gas tank.
Monroe fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Garcia throws a head punch that misses. #BC#
Garcia breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Monroe chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Garcia can pounce on him.
Garcia fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Monroe misses with a body shot.
Monroe punishes Garcia's body with a nice straight punch.
Monroe fails to land with a series of punches.
Garcia uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Monroe.
Monroe swings for the body but Garcia moves out of range.
Garcia throws a right and a left that both miss.
Monroe missing with a left hand there. Garcia was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #T4#
Monroe takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Monroe fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Garcia manages to avoid it.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Monroe lands with a straight right. Garcia didn't see that one coming.
Garcia throws out a powerful jab.
Monroe throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Monroe throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Garcia sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Garcia just misses with a punch to the body.
Garcia misses with a low kick.
Monroe moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Monroe waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Garcia.
Garcia went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Garcia fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Monroe manages to avoid it.
Garcia slips under a jab.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Monroe misses the shot to the body.
Garcia half committed to a counter leg kick.
Garcia throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Garcia swings widly with a right hand
and Monroe counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Garcia connects with the punch.
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 Haislan Garcia will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Monroe swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Monroe avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Monroe misses the body punch
and Garcia counters with a slapping leg kick.
Garcia blocks a jab.
Garcia drops his hands momentarily and Monroe takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Monroe checks a low kick from Garcia.
Monroe connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Garcia momentarily.
A swing and a miss from Monroe.
Monroe throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Garcia on the side of the head.
Garcia misses with a low kick.
Monroe misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Garcia.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A looping hook to the body misses from Garcia. Monroe does a little dance to reset his feet.
Garcia staying out of range there.
Monroe misses with a hook.
Garcia uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Monroe.
Monroe's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Garcia throws a low kick but Monroe moves out of range easily.
Monroe lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Monroe has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Monroe there as he acknowledges the shot.#T1#
Monroe misses with a wild body shot.
Garcia bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Garcia misses with a wild body shot.
Monroe misses with a straight right.
Monroe throws a body shot but no joy.
Garcia was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Monroe fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Garcia on the side of the head.
Monroe throws a series of punches but Garcia moves out of range.
Monroe misses with a hook.
Monroe throws a hook but Garcia avoids it easily.
It looked like Garcia wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Monroe slips a straight right by Garcia.
Garcia tries to score with a low kick but Monroe moves his leg out of the way.
Garcia misses with a lunging right hand
and Monroe connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A telegraphed right hand from Garcia misses the target.
Monroe throws a shot from downtown. Garcia moves away and avoids it.
An attempted straight right counter from Garcia misses the target.
Monroe fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Garcia avoids it really well and circles away.
Garcia is looking to counter punch.#T2#
A big left from Garcia misses.
The fighters circling - Garcia throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Monroe walks into a straight right hand from Garcia.
Garcia throws a leg kick that is checked#CL2#
and Monroe holds on and brings the fighters into 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!
Monroe misses with a hook from the clinch.
Garcia struggles to land a body shot inside as Monroe controls his hands.
Garcia wants to get back to striking at distance but Monroe won't allow it.
Garcia lands a right hand that snaps the head of Monroe backwards.
Monroe blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Monroe blocks a body shot from Garcia.
Monroe misses with a body punch.
Garcia lands with a light punch inside.
Nice body punch from Monroe.
Garcia throws a head punch that misses. #BC2#
Monroe breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #T3#
A chopping leg kick lands by Garcia.
Monroe walks into a jab.
Garcia just misses with a punch to the body.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Monroe.
Monroe misses with a looping right.
Monroe has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Garcia finds it's way round the side to connect with Monroe's head.
Monroe moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Garcia throws a leg kick that is checked#TD2#
and Monroe counters with a shoot takedown. Garcia fights it but they end up in guard.
Garcia pulls Monroe in close to prevent any damage.
Monroe wants to control from the top but Garcia keeps moving.
Monroe loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #T4#
Garcia preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Garcia is trying to control the position but Monroe postures up.
Monroe postures up and lands a big shot to Garcia's brow.
Monroe is working Garcia over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Monroe advances position into side control!
Monroe throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Garcia manages to get back to half guard.
Monroe working the head and body with strikes.
Monroe working Garcia over with strikes.
Garcia works his way to full guard. Good work.

And that's the end of the fight!
Ricky Monroe comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Monroe 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 Frank Antenori scores the fight 28:29
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 28:29
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 29:28

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

Event: Ajax Worldwide #5
Date: Feb 09, 2019

#R1##TD2#
Monroe gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Tonon controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Monroe keeping full guard, as Tonon tries to pass.
Monroe tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Monroe not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Tonon stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Monroe swivels though and keeps the full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tonon is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Monroe has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.#T1#
Tonon working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Tonon scoring with some ground and pound. #SUB#
Monroe working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Tonon doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Tonon manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Tonon engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Tonon trying to control but Monroe is working from the bottom. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Monroe is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#TD2#
Tonon fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Monroe sprawls well initially but Tonon persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Monroe moves into full guard.
Tonon trying to control but Monroe is working from the bottom.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Monroe wants to sweep here but Tonon controlling him for the moment.
Monroe trying to control the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tonon trying to control the position from guard on top but Monroe is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3#
Tonon advances position into side control!
Tonon lands a decent elbow from side control. #SUB2#
Tonon goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Monroe rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Tonon's guard! Nice work there by Monroe!
Monroe wants to control from the top but Tonon keeps moving.
Monroe postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #T4#
Tonon preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Monroe trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Tonon manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVB#
Tonon forces his way into half guard.
Tonon is trying to control the action in half guard but Monroe is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Monroe has hold of Tonon's hands but Tonon slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Tonon is taking a breather. Monroe says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Monroe is trying to get back to full guard.
Tonon throws a strike but Monroe avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
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##CL2#
Tonon drives through and clinches with Monroe against the cage.
Tonon jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Monroe walks away with a smile on his face. Tonon gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Monroe scores with a nice strike.
Monroe throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #CL2#
Tonon clinches with his opponent.
Tonon jumps guard but Monroe stands there with Tonon around his waist. Tonon gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Monroe misses with a short punch on the inside.
Monroe lands a body shot in the clinch.
Monroe has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Tonon is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
A right hand to the body from Monroe.
Tonon changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Monroe fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Ricky Monroe has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Gary Tonon.
Tonon fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Tonon has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Monroe scores with a shot to the body.
Monroe misses with a two punch combination.
Monroe tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tonon was well out of range. Poor timing from Monroe.
Tonon is looking to clinch but Monroe is avoiding it.
Monroe scores with a nice head shot.
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!
Tonon wants to clinch but Monroe slips to the side#TD#
and Monroe counters with a nice double leg into half guard. #T1#
Tonon is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Monroe scores with a couple of nice shots.
Gary Tonon has got the better of the ground game so far.
Tonon is pressing down on Monroe's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Monroe postures up.
Monroe lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Tonon wants to sweep here but Monroe controlling him for the moment.
Monroe pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Tonon is keeping the position for now.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tonon working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Monroe.
Monroe throwing strikes from guard but Tonon blocks nicely. #T2#
Tonon working a defensive guard here.
Tonon tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Monroe postures up and lands a big shot to Tonon's brow. #SUB2#
Tonon escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Monroe gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Monroe working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Monroe lands a couple of digs.
Monroe throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #T3#
Tonon looking to hit a scissor sweep but Monroe is one step ahead there.
Monroe lands a couple of elbows.
Monroe stays in close to Tonon's body and controls the position.
Monroe tries to free his leg and advance position but Tonon is retaining full guard.
Monroe trying to control but Tonon is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Tonon tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Tonon looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. #TD2#
Tonon darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.#T4#
Monroe moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Tonon content to stall in guard here.
Monroe is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB#
Monroe is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Tonon is aware though and is defending well.
Monroe throws some sloppy strikes off his back.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ricky Monroe dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
A jab from Monroe misses.
Monroe throws a body shot but no joy. #CL2#
Tonon moves into the clinch.#TD#
Monroe has clasped his hands together around Tonon's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done. #ES2#
Tonon bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet!
Tonon shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Monroe sprawls well. Monroe wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Tonon gets slowly back to his feet.
A shot to the liver by Monroe. Beautiful body shot.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tonon gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily #TD#
and Monroe counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Monroe trying to control but Tonon is working from the bottom.
Monroe wants to pass the guard but Tonon is keeping the position.#T1#
Monroe scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Monroe postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Monroe passes Tonon's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Monroe looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Monroe prevents Tonon from improving his position.
Tonon is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Monroe scores with a couple of nice shots.
Tonon has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Tonon gets back to full guard. #T2#
Monroe passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Monroe has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Tonon!
Tonon looks out of his depth in this position - he's holding on tight.
Tonon is trying desperately to improve position.
Monroe looking to finish Tonon with some ground and pound. This is bad for Tonon!
Monroe lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent. #T3#
Monroe lands a couple of good shots and Tonon has given up his back, trying to escape the position!
Monroe is throwing strikes from the back here. Oh that last one was to the back of the head. Monroe gets a warning from the referee. He throws another strike to the back of the head straight away though and the referee has seen enough. He breaks up the two fighters and stands them back up. Monroe gets a real talking to here and is lucky not to get a point deducted. Monroe apologises and we restart here on the feet.
Monroe avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Tonon uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Monroe.
Monroe jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Tonon doesn't manage to clinch there - Monroe circles away.
Tonon shoots in for a double leg but Monroe sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Ricky Monroe has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Gary Tonon.#TD2#
Tonon shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Tonon takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Monroe manages to get to full guard.
Tonon stopping the sweep attempt from Monroe.#T4##SUB#
Tonon got a little sloppy there for a moment and Monroe has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Tonon has managed to get both his arms back between Monroe's legs - danger averted.
Tonon controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SU2#
Tonon decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Monroe, up you get!
Monroe connects with a body shot that sends Tonon's belly button to the back.
Tonon misses with a double jab #TD#
and Monroe counters with a takedown into side control.
Monroe scores with punches from side control.
Monroe tries to advance to mount but Tonon denies him.
Monroe scores with a couple of short elbows.

And that's the end of the fight!
Ricky Monroe showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Monroe 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 Matheus Silva scores the fight 29:28
Judge Leandro Rodrigues scores the fight 29:28
Judge Paulo Santos scores the fight 29:28

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

Event: DUEL 205
Date: Jan 12, 2019

#R1#
A combination from Monroe does no damage.
The crowd cheers as Monroe lands an impressive looking overhand right. Hoshino doesn't seem phased though.
Monroe lands a two punch combo.
Hoshino throws out a powerful jab.
The fighters circling - Hoshino throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Hoshino swings away with a body shot that misses
enabling Monroe to counter with a crisp jab.
Monroe uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Hoshino has time to react.
Hoshino keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Monroe swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Hoshino throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Monroe counters with a right hand 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!
Hoshino drops his hands momentarily and Monroe takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Hoshino throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A slow jab from Hoshino misses its intended target.
The fighters circle momentarily. Hoshino darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Hoshino keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Hoshino looks to land a right hand but Monroe moved out of range.
Monroe attempts a counter takedown but Hoshino avoids it well and moves away.
Hoshino throws a right and a left that Monroe avoids nicely.
Monroe 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.
Monroe will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.#T1#
Hoshino misses with an uppercut
and Monroe counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Hoshino fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Monroe tries to move into range but Hoshino moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Monroe just misses with a punch to the body.
Monroe's corner calls for a 1-2. Monroe obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. #TD#
Monroe shoots in and bounces Hoshino off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Monroe throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Monroe postures up in Hoshino's guard and throws a big left but Hoshino blocks it.
Hoshino preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Monroe trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T2#
Hoshino avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Monroe's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Hoshino is on top in guard. #REVB#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Monroe looking to hit a scissor sweep but Hoshino is one step ahead there.
Hoshino wants to stand but Monroe is controlling his posture from full guard.
Monroe trying to strike from the bottom but really, it's not the best position to be doing that from! #T3##SUB#
Monroe isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Hoshino stacks Monroe on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Hoshino!
Monroe tries to improve position but can't.
Monroe is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hoshino prevents Monroe from improving his position.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SU2#
Hoshino decides he's had enough of the ground and stands up.
Hoshino misses with a hook
and Monroe counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
The fighters circling - Hoshino throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Monroe throws a big shot that misses.
Monroe tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Hoshino was well out of range. Poor timing from Monroe.
The fighters circling - Hoshino throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Hoshino throws a series of punches but Monroe avoids them all with ease.
An attempted straight right counter from Monroe misses the target.
Monroe misses with a hook.
Hoshino looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Some wild striking there from Hoshino.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ricky Monroe 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#
Monroe bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Monroe swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Hoshino works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Hoshino throws a looping overhand right but Monroe ducks down to avoid it.
Nice uppercut there from Monroe.
Hoshino doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Monroe avoids the body shot from Hoshino.
Hoshino slips a straight right by Monroe.
Hoshino looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Hoshino fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Hoshino stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Hoshino wants it to stay on the feet.
Hoshino shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Monroe eats them both and turns towards Hoshino to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Monroe scores with a three punch combo!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Monroe misses with a hook.
Hoshino misses with a body shot.
Hoshino staying out of range there.
Monroe misses the shot to the body.
Hoshino lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Hoshino.#T1#
Hoshino tries to bum rush Monroe with a series of wild strikes but Monroe uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Kantaro Hoshino is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Monroe darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Hoshino takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Hoshino connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Monroe lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Hoshino misses with a wild combination.
Hoshino swings for the body but Monroe moves out of range.
Monroe appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Some wild striking there from Hoshino.
The fighters circle momentarily. Monroe darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Hoshino fails to land with a series of punches.
Hoshino misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Monroe.
Monroe tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Hoshino was well out of range. Poor timing from Monroe.#T2#
Hoshino takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Monroe looks to land a left hand but Hoshino moved out of range nicely.
Hoshino swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Hoshino misses with a straight right.
Monroe throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Hoshino uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.#CL#
Monroe instigates a clinch.
Hoshino swings wildly with an uppercut but Monroe uses good head movement to avoid it.
Hoshino misses with a hook to the ribs.
Monroe goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A head punch on the inside from Hoshino fails to land.
A short left from Monroe.
Monroe lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Monroe lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Monroe tries to throw a body punch but Hoshino avoids it by throwing Monroe back against the cage.
Monroe lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Monroe misses with a body punch.
Monroe working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Hoshino misses with some punches. #T3#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Hoshino.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Hoshino creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Monroe blocks a punch to the side of the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Hoshino.
Monroe cracks Hoshino with a nice body shot.
Hoshino lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Monroe backwards.
Monroe is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Hoshino gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Monroe swings wildly with an uppercut but Hoshino uses good head movement to avoid it.
Hoshino lands a body shot in the clinch.
Monroe misses with a hook from the clinch.
Monroe blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Hoshino misses with a punch on the inside.
Ricky Monroe has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Hoshino blocks a punch to the side of the head. #TD#
Monroe lands a takedown into guard.
Hoshino is wriggling around but Monroe manages to pass to half guard. #REVB#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Monroe thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Hoshino's head. #T4#
Monroe thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Hoshino's head.
Monroe trying to control the pace.
Monroe is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Hoshino wants to get back to his feet.
Hoshino wants to improve his position but Monroe is controlling well.
Monroe is nestled in close to Hoshino, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
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 Ricky Monroe will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Monroe throws a shot from downtown. Hoshino moves away and avoids it.
Hoshino throws a series of strikes that have Monroe backpedaling.
Hoshino lands a nice shot to the body.
Hoshino with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Monroe to score with a decent uppercut.
Monroe lands a jab to the head.
Monroe scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Hoshino misses with an uppercut.
Hoshino tries to move into range but Monroe moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
The fighters circle momentarily. Monroe darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Hoshino drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Monroe dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Hoshino throws a right hand that Monroe ducks under and follows up with a left that Monroe also avoids with ease.
Monroe is looking to counter punch.
Monroe throws a big shot that misses.
Hoshino throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Monroe counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Monroe throws a one two combo.
Hoshino swinging wildly here.
Monroe is looking to counter punch.#T1#
Monroe with a lazy takedown attempt
letting Hoshino counter with a right hand.
Monroe pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Hoshino lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Monroe fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Hoshino manages to avoid it.
Monroe staying out of range there.
Hoshino moves out of range of the strikes.
Monroe misses with an uppercut. Hoshino saw that one coming.
Hoshino misses with a wild body shot.
Monroe jabs at Hoshino's body.
Hoshino lands a two punch combo.
Hoshino has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Monroe paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Some wild striking there from Monroe.
Monroe looks to land a left hand but Hoshino moved out of range nicely.
Hoshino moves away from the strike by Monroe. #T2#
Monroe lands a jab to Hoshino's midsection.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Hoshino fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Hoshino misses with an uppercut #TD#
and Monroe counters with a nice double leg into half guard. #ES2#
Hoshino kicks Monroe off and gets back to his feet.
Hoshino takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Hoshino misses with an uppercut. Monroe saw that one coming.
Nice uppercut lands for Monroe. That snapped Hoshino's head back.
Monroe scores with the left hand. Hoshino knows he should have avoided that one.
Hoshino lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Monroe backs up against the cage.
Hoshino shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Hoshino takes a swing at Monroe's ribcage but misses.
Hoshino throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Monroe.
Hoshino takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Monroe fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Hoshino manages to avoid it.
Hoshino looks to throw the jab but Monroe is out of range.
Monroe is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Hoshino.#T3#
Hoshino fails to land with a series of punches.
Monroe doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Monroe lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Monroe staying out of range there.#TD#
Monroe gets the takedown into side control.
Kantaro Hoshino has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Hoshino takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Monroe in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Hoshino taking a bit of punishment here - Monroe scoring with strikes.
Monroe trying to control the action but Hoshino is working from the bottom.
Monroe postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Ricky Monroe is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Monroe working the ground and pound but Hoshino is defending the strikes.
Monroe wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hoshino keeps working.
The strikes coming from Monroe are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Hoshino dodges the ground and pound from Monroe.
Hoshino tries to control but end up mounted... ooooh, that's bad.
Monroe cracks Hoshino with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Monroe looking to finish Hoshino with some ground and pound. This is bad for Hoshino!#ROC#
Hoshino is rocked!
Oooh a big shot lands for Monroe! Hoshino is out! The ref dives in to save him from more punishment!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Ricky Monroe!
An out of breath Ricky Monroe thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: DUEL 202
Date: Dec 22, 2018

#R1#
Matsuoka cracks Monroe with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Monroe takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Matsuoka throws a head kick but Monroe moves out of range.
Hiroki Matsuoka seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Monroe uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Matsuoka.
Monroe staying out of range there.
Monroe needs to keep his hands up - Matsuoka had a free shot at his head there.
Matsuoka takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
A looping hook to the body misses from Monroe. Matsuoka does a little dance to reset his feet.
Matsuoka fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Monroe swings widly with a right hand
and Matsuoka counters with a straight right hand.
Monroe changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.#TD#
Monroe drives through with a takedown into Matsuoka's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.#ES2#
Matsuoka manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Matsuoka tries to work over Monroe's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Monroe lands a nice uppercut.
Monroe tries to throw a body punch but Matsuoka avoids it by throwing Monroe back against the cage.
Matsuoka lands with a short punch from the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Matsuoka.
Monroe swings wildly with an uppercut but Matsuoka uses good head movement to avoid it. #T1#
A short left from Monroe.
Matsuoka misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Matsuoka trying to stall but Monroe improves his position.
Monroe swings away with an uppercut that misses. #BC2#
Matsuoka breaks from the clinch.
An inside leg kick lands from Matsuoka.
Monroe slips under a jab from Matsuoka.
Monroe ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Matsuoka's jab looks to have found its range, popping Monroe under the eye.
Monroe connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Monroe checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Hiroki Matsuoka is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Matsuoka throws a sloppy head kick and Monroe moves out of range easily.
A big right from Monroe misses.
Monroe slips under a jab from Matsuoka.
A lazy left from Matsuoka finds it's target.
Monroe moves in looking to clinch but Matsuoka pushes him off.
A big right from Matsuoka misses. #T2#
Monroe takes one on the chin but seems OK.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Monroe blocks a leg kick.
Monroe tests Matsuoka's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Matsuoka lands with a slapping head kick.
Matsuoka scores with a head kick. Monroe tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Matsuoka moves out of range as Monroe strikes.
Matsuoka tried to score with a low kick but Monroe checks it.
Monroe has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Gentlemans Offence and Defense System in the buildup to the fight.
Monroe staying out of range there.
Monroe is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Monroe drops his hands momentarily and Matsuoka takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Matsuoka throws a low kick, looking for Monroe's leg but Monroe calmly moves out of range.
Monroe shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Matsuoka defends it nicely.
Matsuoka throws the left hand but Monroe avoids the punch easily.
Monroe takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Monroe blocks a low kick nicely.
Monroe connects with a single shot there.#T3#
A looping hook to the body misses from Monroe. Matsuoka does a little dance to reset his feet.
Matsuoka shapes to counter with a head kick.
Matsuoka keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Monroe misses with a straight left.
Matsuoka wants to clinch up but Monroe keeps it at a distance.
Matsuoka is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Monroe had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
Matsuoka looks for the body kick but Monroe saw that one coming.
Monroe misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Matsuoka.
Monroe misses with a few strikes there.
Matsuoka avoids a punch combination nicely.
Monroe digs a good body shot into Matsuoka's ribs.
Monroe steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Matsuoka.
Monroe throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Monroe moves out of range as Matsuoka strikes.
The fighters circling - Matsuoka throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
It looked like Monroe wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Nice uppercut there from Monroe.
Matsuoka throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.#T4#
Monroe throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Matsuoka displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Monroe throws out the jab.
Matsuoka throws a lazy right hand but Monroe sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Monroe avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Matsuoka moves out of range as Monroe strikes.
Monroe ducks right into an uppercut from Matsuoka.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A head kick misses from Matsuoka.
Matsuoka looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Monroe tries to clinch there but Matsuoka circles away.
Matsuoka pulls out of a head kick attempt.
A telegraphed right hand from Matsuoka misses the target.
Monroe misses the jab.
Matsuoka changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Monroe is trying hard to land a takedown here. Matsuoka sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Monroe loads up on a big right hand but Matsuoka slips the punch.
Monroe throws the left hand but Matsuoka avoids the punch easily.
Monroe lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
A looping hook to the body misses from Monroe. Matsuoka does a little dance to reset his feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Hiroki Matsuoka 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#
Matsuoka lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Matsuoka lands a nice looking kick to the body. Monroe takes a step back to recover.
Monroe misses with the combination.
Matsuoka scores with the left hand. Monroe knows he should have avoided that one.
Monroe blocks a jab.
Monroe swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Matsuoka misses with a wild body shot.
Monroe pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Monroe throws the left hand but Matsuoka avoids the punch easily.
Monroe misses with a looping left.
Matsuoka misses with a head kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The fighters circling - Matsuoka throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Monroe attempts a counter takedown but Matsuoka avoids it well and moves away.
Monroe blocks a head kick by Matsuoka.
Matsuoka has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
A looping hook to the body misses from Monroe. Matsuoka does a little dance to reset his feet.
Monroe just misses with a punch to the body.
A little jabbing left from Matsuoka on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Nice straight punches there by Monroe. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Monroe.
Monroe is looking to clinch but Matsuoka is avoiding it. #T1#
Monroe throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Matsuoka misses with a hook
and Monroe counters with a straight right hand.
Matsuoka waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Monroe.
Monroe swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Monroe throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Matsuoka connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Matsuoka lands with a right hand.
Matsuoka fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Monroe checks it well.
Matsuoka connects with a right hand. Monroe shakes it off.
Monroe moves out of range of the strikes.
Matsuoka throws an overhand right that lands on Monroe's shoulder, as Monroe tries to avoid the shot.
Matsuoka throws a hook but Monroe blocks it.
Monroe feinted with a counter takedown.
A jab from Monroe misses.
Monroe works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Matsuoka connects with a crisp 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!
Matsuoka jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Matsuoka throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #T2#
Matsuoka bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Matsuoka plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Monroe drops his hands momentarily and Matsuoka takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Monroe fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Matsuoka takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Monroe swings for the body but Matsuoka moves out of range.
Matsuoka feints a counter leg kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Monroe. Matsuoka does a little dance to reset his feet.
Matsuoka keeps the fight on the outside.
Monroe misses with an uppercut.
Matsuoka moves out of range as Monroe strikes.
Monroe takes a kick to the side of the head.
Monroe throws a jab when Matsuoka was well out of range.
Matsuoka throws a right and a left that both miss.
Monroe has his takedown stuffed
and Matsuoka counters with a kick to the head that grazes his opponent. Monroe is lucky that one didn't land flush.
Matsuoka throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Monroe throws a big counter combination but Matsuoka scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.#T3#
Matsuoka misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Monroe drops down looking for a counter takedown but Matsuoka sprawls and moves away.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Monroe checks a leg kick.
Matsuoka throws a right hand that misses
and Monroe counters with a nice uppercut.
Matsuoka tries to work over Monroe's front leg with a kick but Monroe checks it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Monroe. Matsuoka does a little dance to reset his feet.
Monroe looks to land a left hand but Matsuoka moved out of range nicely.
Some bone on bone action there as Monroe checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Monroe looks to land a right hand but Matsuoka moved out of range.
Monroe blocks a head kick by Matsuoka.
Matsuoka feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Monroes jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Monroe ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Matsuoka moves away.
Matsuoka throws out a counter right but Monroe avoids it with no problem.
Monroe misses with a series of wild punches.
Monroe misses with a straight left.
Matsuoka turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
A thudding body kick lands there by Matsuoka!
Matsuoka defending well as Monroe loads up on a big left hand. #T4#
Matsuoka connects with a leg kick. Monroe looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Hiroki Matsuoka seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Matsuoka 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 Monroe has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Monroe and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Matsuoka uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Monroe.
Matsuoka lands with a hook. Monroe tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Monroe lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Matsuoka circles away quickly and effectively.
Matsuoka goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Matsuoka misses with a two punch combination.
Matsuoka looks to land a combination but Monroe avoids it well.
Monroe half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Monroe fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Matsuoka manages to avoid it.
Monroe fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Matsuoka steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Monroe.
Monroe ducks under a wild hook from Matsuoka.
Monroe lands a right hook to the body.
Monroe tries to close the distance and clinch but Matsuoka swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Matsuoka throws a leg kick but Monroe checks it.
A lazy left from Matsuoka finds it's target.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Hiroki Matsuoka showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Monroe's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. And we move into the final round!
#R3#
The fight stays on the outside here - Monroe looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
A slow jab from Monroe misses its intended target.
Matsuoka misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Monroe.
Matsuoka cracks the inside of Monroe's front leg.
Matsuoka uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Monroe.
Matsuoka connects with a body shot.
Monroe moves out of range of the body kick from Matsuoka.
Matsuoka misses with a looping left.#TD#
Monroe fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Matsuoka to the ground. Monroe is now in Matsuoka's guard.#ES2#
Matsuoka scrambles and gets back to his feet.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Monroe on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Matsuoka cracks Monroe with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Matsuoka looks to throw a body kick#TD#
and Monroe decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Matsuoka's guard.#ES2#
Matsuoka has his feet on Monroe's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work. #T1#
Monroe swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Monroe circles away from the clinch attempt.
Matsuoka lands a right hook to the body.
Monroe misses with a straight left.
Monroe has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Matsuoka.
Matsuoka misses with a straight left.
Monroe moves away from the strike by Matsuoka.
Nice straight punches there by Monroe. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Monroe.
Matsuoka misses with a head kick.
Monroe shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Nice defenses there by Matsuoka.
Monroe misses the shot to the body.
Monroe throws a hook but Matsuoka avoids it easily.
Matsuoka avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Monroe slips a jab from Matsuoka.
Matsuoka throws a hook but Monroe blocks it.#T2#
Monroe throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Matsuoka stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Monroe misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Matsuoka.
Monroe throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Matsuoka misses with an uppercut
and Monroe counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Matsuoka tries to score with a low kick but Monroe moves his leg out of the way.
Monroe needs to keep his hands up - Matsuoka had a free shot at his head there.
Monroe misses with a few strikes there.
Matsuoka throws a hook to the side of Monroe's head but Monroe sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Matsuoka lands with a thumping leg kick.
Monroe will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Matsuoka uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Monroe.
Matsuoka lands with a thumping leg kick.
Monroe blocks a head kick by Matsuoka.
Monroe waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Matsuoka.#T3#
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Matsuoka, right into the meat.
Matsuoka misses with a low kick.
A big left from Matsuoka misses.
Matsuoka misses with a straight right.
Monroe was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Matsuoka misses with a straight left.
Monroe half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Hiroki Matsuoka is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Matsuoka throws a looping overhand right but Monroe ducks down to avoid it.
A counter left hand to the body from Monroe misses its target.
Ricky Monroe has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Monroe lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Matsuoka at a distance.
Monroe misses with a lunging right hand
and Matsuoka counters with an inside leg kick.
Monroe connects with a body shot.
Matsuoka walks into a stiff left hand from Monroe.
Monroe throws a poor cross that misses
and Matsuoka counters with a stiff right hand.
Monroe misses with a hook. Matsuoka ducked under it nicely.
Monroe on the wrong end of a nice jab.
The fighters circling - Matsuoka throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Monroe walks into a straight right hand from Matsuoka.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Monroe pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #T4#
The fight stays on the outside here - Monroe looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
The crowd cheers as Monroe lands an impressive looking overhand right. Matsuoka doesn't seem phased though.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Monroe.
Matsuoka misses with a straight left.
Monroe slips a jab from Matsuoka.
Matsuoka throws a sloppy head kick and Monroe moves out of range easily.
Matsuoka tries a low kick but Monroe avoids it.
Matsuoka lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Monroe throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Monroe blocks a head kick by Matsuoka.
Matsuoka scores with the left hand. Monroe knows he should have avoided that one.
Monroe looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Matsuoka lands a lovely overhand right.

And that's the end of the fight!
Hiroki Matsuoka comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Matsuoka 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 Lou da Vinci scores the fight 27:30
Judge Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 27:30
Judge Joseph Jones scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Hiroki Matsuoka!
Hiroki Matsuoka 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: DUEL196
Date: Dec 01, 2018

#R1#
Dewey scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Monroe cracks Dewey with a right hand to the side of the head.
Dewey stuns Monroe with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Monroe looks to land a combination but Dewey avoids it well.
Monroe misses with a hook.
Dewey lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Monroe misses with a jab, cross combination.
Dewey uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Monroe.
Ricky Monroe seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Monroe fails with a takedown attempt.
Dewey is looking for the big counter here.
Nice defenses there by Dewey.
Dewey on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Monroe ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Dewey moves away.
A nice side step and Dewey releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Dewey takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Monroe misses with a combination #CL2#
and Dewey counters by moving into the clinch.
Monroe misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Dewey. #T1#
Monroe struggles to land a body shot inside as Dewey controls his hands.
Monroe pushes Dewey back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Monroe misses with a punch to the body.
Monroe throws a punch but it's blocked by Dewey.
I was talking to Monroe's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Dewey blocks an uppercut.
Monroe lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Dewey blocks an uppercut.
Monroe can't find room to land a body shot as Dewey controls the action.
Monroe misses with some punches.
Dewey lands with a light punch inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Monroe.
Monroe misses with a punch on the inside.
The referee calls for Monroe to work. #T2#
A short right from Monroe on the inside.
A shot in the inside from Monroe.
Monroe lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Monroe can't find room to land a body shot as Dewey controls the action.
Monroe struggles to land a body shot inside as Dewey controls his hands.
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!
Monroe lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Monroe blocks a body shot from Dewey.
Dewey tries to land a knee to the head but Monroe blocks with his arms.
Still in the clinch, Monroe scores with a nice short uppercut.
Dewey doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Dewey scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Monroe presses Dewey against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Monroe swings wildly with an uppercut but Dewey uses good head movement to avoid it. #T3#
Monroe misses with a hook from the clinch.
Monroe lands a body punch in the clinch.
Dewey blocking some punches.
Monroe fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Dewey tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Monroe blocks the elbow strike.
Dewey cracks Monroe with a nice body shot.
Monroe fails to pull the fight into his guard.
A head punch on the inside from Monroe fails to land.
Dewey tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Monroe fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Monroe misses with the head strike. #T4#
Dewey prevents a body shot from Monroe.
Monroe swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Dewey tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Dewey's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Monroe fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Monroe misses with a hook to the ribs.
A left hand lands to the body for Dewey.
Dewey blocks an uppercut.
Still in the clinch, Monroe scores with a nice short uppercut.
Monroe tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Dewey's elbow.
Monroe lands a right hand that snaps the head of Dewey backwards.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Dewey swings wildly with an uppercut but Monroe uses good head movement to avoid it.
Monroe misses with a shot to the kidneys.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ricky Monroe 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#
Monroe fails with a takedown attempt. #TD#
Monroe scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Monroe working over Dewey with some ground and pound. Dewey looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Monroe thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Ground and pound from Monroe.
Monroe thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Dewey's head.
Dewey is trying to stand up here but Monroe is controlling him well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Monroe wants to pass to mount but Dewey is defending the position.
Monroe is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Dewey can do to turn this around?
Dewey pushes Monroe off looking to stand but Monroe dives back in and keeps control.
Monroe working Dewey over with strikes. #T1#
Dewey is trying to stand back up but Monroe is controlling him
Monroe is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Monroe takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Dewey keeping hold of Monroe's head, controlling as best he can.
Dewey regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Monroe. #ES2#
Dewey kicks Monroe off and gets to his feet.
Dewey dodges the punch combination from Monroe.
Monroe throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Dewey is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.#T2#
Dewey tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Monroe was well out of range. Poor timing from Dewey.
Monroe throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Monroe misses with an uppercut. Dewey saw that one coming.
Monroe with a nice cross.
Monroe on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Monroe swings and misses with a hook to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Monroe just misses with a punch to the body.
Monroe moves out of range of the leg kick from Dewey.
Ricky Monroe is winning the standup battle so far.
Dewey ducks under a wild hook from Monroe.
Monroe backing away here, and Dewey unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Some wild striking there from Dewey.
Nice defenses there by Dewey.
Dewey swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Dewey tries to move into range but Monroe moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Monroe pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #T3#
Monroe throws a right hand that Dewey ducks under and follows up with a left that Dewey also avoids with ease.
Monroe avoids the head kick by Dewey.
Monroe misses with a few strikes there.
Monroe looks to throw the jab but Dewey is out of range.
Monroe sizes up Dewey with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Monroe fails to land with a series of punches.
Dewey walks into a straight right hand from Monroe.
Monroe displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Monroe checks a leg kick.
A left lands for Monroe.
Dewey avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Dewey only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Dewey looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Jab from Monroe.
Dewey takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.#T4#
Monroe uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Dewey.
The fighters circling - Monroe throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Monroe defending well as Dewey loads up on a big left hand.
Dewey misses with a jab, cross combination.
Monroe fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Dewey on the side of the head.
Monroe shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Dewey as he jumps to the side.
Dewey looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
A little feinted left hand from Monroe on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Dewey keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Monroe misses with a hook
and Dewey counters with a nice low kick that buckles Monroe's knee momentarily.
A head kick misses from Dewey.
Monroe checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
A quick step to the side and Monroe tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Monroe throws out a loose jab but Dewey uses good head movement to avoid it.
Dewey keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ricky Monroe dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Dewey gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Monroe throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Monroe is looking to clinch.
Nice shot lands for Monroe.
Monroe misses with a wild body shot.
Dewey swings for the body but Monroe moves out of range.
Dewey scores with a hook to the body. Monroe takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Monroe takes one to the chin there.
Dewey keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Monroe.
Dewey blocks a jab.
Monroe sets himself, and Dewey steps forward looking for the clinch! Monroe avoids it this time.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Monroe swings away with a body shot that misses
and Dewey counters with an inside leg kick.
Monroe swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Monroe misses with an uppercut. Dewey saw that one coming.
Nice body punch from Dewey.
Monroe throws a jab but it's blocked by Dewey.
Dewey is trying to counter with his kicks.#T1#
Monroe tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Dewey is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Monroe rather than just go for the knockout.
Monroe tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dewey was well out of range. Poor timing from Monroe.
Dewey scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Dewey connects with a body shot that sends Monroe's belly button to the back.
Monroe swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Dewey takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Monroe looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Monroe looks to score with a jab to the body but Dewey is just out of range.
Dewey throws an overhand right that lands on Monroe's shoulder, as Monroe tries to avoid the shot.
Monroe throws a lazy right hand but Dewey sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Monroe throws a jab when Dewey was well out of range.
Dewey appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Dewey throws a big shot that misses.#T2#
Monroe walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
A swing and a miss from Dewey.
William Dewey has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Jab, jab by Monroe - just one landing.
Monroe scores with a jab. Dewey acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Monroe moves out of range as Dewey throws a body kick.
Nice defenses there by Dewey.
Dewey has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Monroe throws the left hand but Dewey avoids the punch easily.
Monroe throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Dewey throws a front kick that sends Monroe stumbling back into the cage.
Dewey ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Dewey tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Monroe lands a jab to Dewey's midsection.
Dewey ducks under a wild hook from Monroe.#T3#
Monroe connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Monroe swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Dewey counters with a thumping low kick.
The fighters circling - Monroe throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Monroe connects with a right hand. Dewey shakes it off.
Monroe pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Dewey's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Monroe connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Dewey scrambles back to his feet.
Monroe scores with a jab to the head.
Dewey ducks under a wild hook from Monroe.
Dewey appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Monroe throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Dewey throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Dewey throws a head kick that misses.
Dewey throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Monroe was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Monroe looks to score with a jab to the body but Dewey is just out of range.
Ricky Monroe is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T4#
Monroe uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Dewey.
Dewey fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Monroe is out of range.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Dewey 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 Monroe has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Monroe and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A slow jab from Monroe misses its intended target.
Monroe scores with a sloppy right hand. Dewey should have avoided that one.
Monroe on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
William Dewey is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Good standup being displayed there by Dewey as he connects with a hook.#CL#
Dewey gets tackled into the cage by Monroe. Monroe maintains the clinch.
Dewey has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
A head punch on the inside from Monroe fails to land.
Monroe is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Dewey to keep the fight standing.
Monroe lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Dewey.
A short right from Dewey.
Monroe can't find room to land a body shot as Dewey controls the action.

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 Ricky Monroe.
Well Monroe 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 Dean Styles scores the fight 30:27
Judge Lou da Vinci scores the fight 30:27
Judge Steve Montenegro scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: DUEL#186 Vee Vs Laiho
Date: Oct 13, 2018

#R1#
Leikola throws a quick inside leg kick.
Monroe swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Leikola tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Monroe manages to circle out of the way.
Monroe swats away the attempt to clinch by Leikola.
Monroe throws the left hand but Leikola avoids the punch easily.
Monroe throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A counter left hand to the body from Leikola misses its target.
A nice leg kick lands there from Leikola.
Leikola connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Leikola has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Monroe finds it's way round the side to connect with Leikola's head.
Monroe lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Leikola at a distance.
Ismo Leikola seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Leikola ducks right into an uppercut from Monroe.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Leikola!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Monroe swings for the body but Leikola moves out of range.
Monroe dodges the punch combination from Leikola.
Monroe is looking to clinch. #CL#
Leikola clinches with his opponent.
Leikola throws a punch but it's blocked by Monroe.
Monroe throws a punch but it's blocked by Leikola.
Leikola fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #T1#
Monroe misses with a hook to the ribs.
Monroe misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Monroe swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Monroe throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Monroe misses with a body punch.
Leikola lands a right hand that snaps the head of Monroe backwards.
Leikola throws a punch but it's blocked by Monroe.
Leikola gets through Monroe's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Monroe misses with a hook from the clinch.
Monroe struggles to land a body shot inside as Leikola controls his hands.
Leikola struggles to land a body shot inside as Monroe controls his hands.
Monroe lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Monroe misses with some punches.
A head punch on the inside from Leikola fails to land.
Leikola tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Leikola makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Monroe tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Leikola misses with a short punch on the inside.
Leikola misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Leikola. #T2#
Leikola lands on the inside with an uppercut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Monroe blocks an uppercut.
Leikola working aggressively here.
Leikola lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Leikola throws a head punch that misses.
Monroe misses with a hook to the ribs.
Leikola misses with the head strike.
Monroe misses with a hook from the clinch.
Monroe misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Monroe lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Leikola lands a shot to the body.
Monroe fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Leikola tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Leikola.
Leikola working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Monroe lands a hook to the side of the head.
Monroe misses with a body punch.
Leikola stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Monroe blocking some punches.
Leikola working some nice short punches in the clinch.#T3#
Leikola working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Monroe lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Leikola backwards.
Monroe tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Leikola misses with a punch on the inside.
Monroe works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Leikola lands with a short shot to the head.
Leikola takes a shot to the head.
Monroe tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Leikola tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Monroe's elbow.
Leikola blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Monroe lands a left hand that snaps the head of Leikola backwards.
Monroe tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Monroe lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Monroe can't find room to land a body shot as Leikola controls the action.
Leikola misses with a body punch.
Monroe goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Monroe working aggressively here.
A head punch on the inside from Leikola fails to land.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Monroe misses with a punch on the inside.
Leikola scores with a shoulder strike. #T4#
Monroe has a couple of punches blocked by Leikola.
Leikola blocks a body shot from Monroe.
Monroe lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Leikola blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Monroe.
A hook to the body from Monroe.
Monroe is working Leikola over against the cage.
Monroe swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Leikola lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A hook to the body from Leikola.
Monroe is leaning against Leikola and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Leikola tries a body shot but Monroe blocks it.
A head punch on the inside from Monroe fails to land.
Leikola swings away with an uppercut that misses.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Leikola lands a nice shot to the body.
Good body shot from Leikola.
Leikola working aggressively here.
Leikola lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Monroe backwards.
Leikola pushes Monroe back against the cage 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.

That was a close round but I would say that Ismo Leikola will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
That kick from Leikola tenderised Monroe's leg. Monroe is trying to keep his angry face on.
Monroe has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Leikola keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Monroe.
Monroe swings for the body but Leikola moves out of range. #CL2#
Monroe moves into the clinch successfully.
Leikola lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Monroe doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Leikola doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Leikola softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Leikola lands a right hand that snaps the head of Monroe backwards.
Leikola lands with a left to the head.
Monroe misses with a punch on the inside.
Leikola tries to work over Monroe's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A shot in the inside from Monroe.
Monroe blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Monroe lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Leikola backwards.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Monroe blocks an uppercut.
Monroe misses with the head strike.
Leikola pushes Monroe back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Leikola misses with the head strike. #T1#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Leikola.
A right hand to the body from Monroe.
Leikola scores with a shot to the side of Monroe's head.
Leikola lands with a short head shot on the inside.
A short uppercut from Leikola.
Monroe has a couple of punches blocked by Leikola.
Leikola misses with the head strike.
Leikola misses with a punch to the body.
Leikola misses with a punch on the inside.
Leikola misses with the head strike.
Leikola lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Monroe lands with a short shot to the head.
Monroe swings wildly with an uppercut but Leikola uses good head movement to avoid it.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Leikola.
A nice right hand lands inside from Leikola.
Leikola scores with a hook 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!
Monroe lands a hook that snaps the head of Leikola backwards.
Monroe working some nice short punches in the clinch.#T2#
Leikola lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Monroe backwards.
Monroe blocking some punches.
Leikola prevents a body shot from Monroe.
Monroe blocks a body shot from Leikola.
Monroe doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Leikola lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Monroe blocks an uppercut.
Leikola is working Monroe over against the cage.
Monroe can't find room to land a body shot as Leikola controls the action.
Leikola blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Leikola swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Leikola tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Monroe working aggressively here.
Leikola tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Monroe blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Leikola misses with a punch on the inside.
Leikola working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Monroe lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Leikola digs a right hand into Monroe's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Monroe's gas tank. #T3#
Leikola lands with a short head shot on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Leikola.
Leikola working aggressively here.
Monroe struggles to land a body shot inside as Leikola controls his hands.
Leikola blocks a body shot from Monroe.
Leikola misses with a short punch on the inside.
A hook to the body from Leikola.
Leikola blocking some punches.
Monroe throws a punch but it's blocked by Leikola.
Monroe misses with a hook to the ribs.
Monroe lands a right hand that snaps the head of Leikola backwards.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Monroe.
Monroe scores with a shot to the side of Leikola's head.
Monroe blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Monroe blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Monroe creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Monroe misses with a hook from the clinch.
Monroe misses with the head strike.
Leikola tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T4#
Leikola tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Monroe's elbow.
Leikola misses with the head strike.
Leikola tries a body shot but Monroe blocks it.
Monroe throws a head punch that misses.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Leikola lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Monroe blocks an uppercut.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Monroe.
Monroe blocks an uppercut.
A nice left hand lands by Monroe.
Leikola lands a right hand that snaps the head of Monroe backwards.
Still in the clinch, Monroe scores with a nice short uppercut.
Monroe tries to throw a body punch but Leikola avoids it by throwing Monroe back against the cage.
Leikola misses with a body punch.
Monroe fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Leikola scores with a shoulder strike.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Monroe throws a head punch that misses.
Monroe throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Leikolas head.
Leikola is working Monroe over against the cage.
Monroe tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ismo Leikola dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Leikola lands with an overhand left.
A looping hook to the body misses from Monroe. Leikola does a little dance to reset his feet.
A swing and a miss from Leikola.
Monroe misses with an uppercut. Leikola saw that one coming.
Leikola throws a hook but Monroe avoids it easily.
Leikola moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
A jab from Monroe finds it's way through Leikola's defenses.
Leikola throws a solid leg kick but Monroe takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Leikola.
Monroe avoids the head kick by Leikola.
Good shot there by Monroe.
Monroe staying out of range there.#CL#
Leikola has Monroe up against the cage in a clinch.
Monroe tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Monroe prevents a body shot from Leikola.
Leikola lands a nice uppercut.
Leikola 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!
A head punch blocked on the inside by Monroe. #T1#
Monroe tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Leikola misses with a hook to the ribs.
Monroe tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Monroe.
Leikola is leaning against Monroe and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Monroe blocking some punches.
Monroe throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Leikolas head.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Monroe.
Monroe misses with some punches.
A head punch on the inside from Leikola fails to land.
Leikola pushes Monroe back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Monroe throws a punch but it's blocked by Leikola.
Leikola has a couple of punches blocked by Monroe.
Leikola tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Monroe.
Leikola misses with some punches.
Monroe digs a right hand underneath Leikola's ribcage. Leikola let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Nice body punch from Monroe - that landed with a thud. #T2#
Leikola is working Monroe over against the cage.
A shot in the inside from Leikola.
Monroe throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Leikola blocks a body shot from Monroe.
Leikola throws a head punch that misses.
Leikola blocking some punches.
Leikola working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Leikola misses with some punches.
Monroe misses with a punch on the inside.
Monroe can't find room to land a body shot as Leikola controls the action.
A head punch on the inside from Leikola fails to land.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Leikola.
Monroe misses with a punch to the body.
Monroe lands a left hand.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Leikola.
A nice left hand lands by Leikola.
Leikola throws a punch but it's blocked by Monroe. #BC2#
Monroe breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #T3#
Leikola throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Leikola throws a nice inside leg kick.
Leikola ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Monroe misses with a straight left.
Monroe pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Monroe takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Leikola takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Ricky Monroe has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Monroe misses with a takedown attempt - Leikola sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Monroe avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Leikola staying out of range there.#CL#
Leikola clinches up with Monroe and pushes him back against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Monroe.
Leikola blocks an uppercut.
A nice right hand lands inside from Leikola.
Leikola misses with a shot to the kidneys. #T4#
Monroe tries a body shot but Leikola blocks it.
Monroe lands a body shot in the clinch.
Leikola pushes Monroe back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Leikola throws a head punch that misses.
Ismo Leikola has scored more points in the clinch so far.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Leikola misses with a short punch on the inside.
Leikola blocks an uppercut.
Leikola throws a head punch that misses.
Monroe throws a punch but it's blocked by Leikola.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Monroe creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
A short uppercut from Leikola.
Leikola makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Monroe.
Leikola misses with a shot to the kidneys.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Monroe.
Monroe tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Monroe.
Leikola throws a punch but it's blocked by Monroe.
Monroe misses with a punch on the inside.

And that's the end of the fight!
Ismo Leikola showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Leikola, 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 Daniel Bishop scores the fight 30:27
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 30:27
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ismo Leikola!
Ismo Leikola 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: DFN#53 Noye vs Laiho
Date: Sep 08, 2018

#R1#
Monroe scores with a jab to the head.
A head kick by Huchkov misses
and Monroe counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Huchkov misses the jab.
Huchkov shoots in for a takedown but Monroe shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Monroe getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Huchkov ducks right into an uppercut from Monroe.
Monroe lands with a good body shot.#CL#
Huchkov has Monroe up against the cage in a clinch.
Huchkov swings wildly with an uppercut but Monroe uses good head movement to avoid it.
Monroe lands with a short shot to the head.
Monroe lands a right hand.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Monroe misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC#
Huchkov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Huchkov gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Huchkov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Nice defenses there by Monroe.
Huchkov throws a leg kick but Monroe moved away.
Monroe with the counter takedown but Huchkov avoids it easily.
Huchkov throws a body kick despite being completely out of range#TD2#
and Monroe counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Huchkov wants to sweep here but Monroe controlling him for the moment.
Huchkov is working hard here to advance position.#T1#
Monroe with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Monroe with a nice head shot there.
Monroe is in close to Huchkov's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Monroe stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Huchkov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Monroe lands a couple of digs.
Monroe won't allow Huchkov to get back to his feet.
Huchkov manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Monroe manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Monroe looking for a sweep. Not yet Monroe, not yet. #T2##SU#
Huchkov gets to his feet - Monroe follows without any prompting.
Nice defenses there by Huchkov.
Monroe changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Monroe uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Huchkov.#CL#
Huchkov darts in and clinches Monroe up against the cage.
Huchkov lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Nice body punch from Huchkov.
Monroe lands a nice uppercut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Huchkov misses with the head strike.
Huchkov misses with some punches.
Monroe working aggressively here.
Huchkov jumps guard but Monroe stands there with Huchkov around his waist. Huchkov gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Huchkov tries to pull guard but Monroe holds him up against the cage and eventually Huchkov drops back down to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Matel Huchkov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A short uppercut from Huchkov. #BC#
Huchkov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
The fight stays on the outside here - Huchkov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#T3##CL#
Huchkov closes the distance and clinches.
Monroe lands a left hand that snaps the head of Huchkov backwards.
Monroe lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Huchkov backwards.
Monroe swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Monroe tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Huchkov's elbow.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
A shot in the inside from Huchkov. #BC#
Huchkov breaks the clinch.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Huchkov 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 Monroe has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Monroe and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Huchkov looks to land a left hand but Monroe moved out of range nicely.
Huchkov misses with a hook
and Monroe counters with a stiff right hand.
Monroe waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Huchkov.
Huchkov wants to land a leg kick but Monroe is out of range.
Monroe scores with a jab.
Huchkov tried to score with a low kick but Monroe checks it.
Monroe is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Monroe uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Huchkov.#CL#
Huchkov clinches.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A head punch blocked on the inside by Huchkov.
Huchkov lands a right hand that snaps the head of Monroe backwards. #T4#
A head punch on the inside from Huchkov fails to land.
Huchkov lands a nice uppercut.
A short left from Monroe.
Monroe throws a punch but it's blocked by Huchkov. #BC#
Huchkov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Monroe connects with a body shot that sends Huchkov's belly button to the back.
The fight stays on the outside here - Huchkov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#CL#
Huchkov moves into the clinch.
Huchkov pushes Monroe back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Huchkov working aggressively here.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Monroe.
Monroe scores with a nice hook to the head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Monroe.
Monroe goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Huchkov blocking some punches.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Monroe creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Still in the clinch, Huchkov scores with a nice short uppercut.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ricky Monroe dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
A decent looking cross lands there for Huchkov.
A swing and a miss from Monroe.
Monroe misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Huchkov.
Huchkov tried to counter with a leg kick but Monroe avoided it.
Monroe misses with a body shot.
Huchkov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Monroe manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
A combination from Monroe does no damage.
Huchkov ducks right into an uppercut from Monroe.
Monroe just misses with a punch to the body.
Monroe moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Matel Huchkov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
Huchkov has taken the fight to the clinch.
Monroe misses with a body punch.
Huchkov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #TD#
Huchkov pulls Monroe into guard.
Huchkov is trying to control the position but Monroe postures up.
Huchkov managing to control the position.
Monroe postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.#T1#
Monroe trying to control but Huchkov is working from the bottom.
Monroe passes into half guard.
Monroe looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Huchkov with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Huchkov tries to get to full guard but Monroe has control of the leg.
Monroe is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Huchkov is looking to improve his position.
Huchkov is pressing down on Monroe's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#T2#
Monroe postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Monroe preventing the sweep.
Monroe scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Huchkov 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.
Monroe postures up in Huchkov's guard and throws a big left but Huchkov blocks it.
Monroe keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Huchkov's head.
Monroe advances to half guard.
Huchkov is trying to stand.
Nice strikes from Monroe there.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Monroe scores with a couple of good hammerfists.#T3#
Monroe is pressing down on Huchkov's thigh, looking to free his foot. Huchkov is holding on for now.
Monroe is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Huchkov is looking to control Monroe's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Huchkov avoid being mounted?
Huchkov wants to get back to full guard.
Huchkov is looking to control Monroe's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Huchkov avoid being mounted?
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Huchkov has hold of Monroe's hands but Monroe slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.#T4#
Monroe is keen to just control but Huchkov is a slippery customer.
Huchkov trying to control from the bottom.
Nice strikes from Monroe there.
Huchkov trying to control but Monroe postures up.
Monroe has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Monroe is looking to take a break and control but Huchkov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Monroe lands with a punch from half guard.
Huchkov is trying to control but can't.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Monroe lands strikes from half guard.
Monroe is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ricky Monroe showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Monroe throws a series of punches but Huchkov avoids them all with ease.
The fighters circle momentarily. Monroe darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Monroe swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Huchkov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Monroe.
Huchkov throws a right and a left that Monroe avoids nicely.
Huchkov misses with the combination.
Monroe scores with a nice right hand.
Huchkov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
A decent looking cross lands there for Monroe.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Huchkov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Huchkov throws a jab but it's blocked by Monroe.
Monroe connects with a nice looking jab.
Ricky Monroe seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Monroe uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Huchkov.
Monroe tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Huchkov looks to clinch
and Monroe counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T1#
Monroe fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Huchkov wants to clinch up but Monroe keeps it at a distance.
It seemed like Monroe was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Huchkov throws a looping overhand right but Monroe ducks down to avoid it.
Monroe shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
A solid leg kick lands there for Huchkov.
Ricky Monroe is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Huchkov connects with a high kick.
Monroe fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Monroe keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Huchkov.
Monroe ducks under a wild hook from Huchkov.
Monroe avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Huchkov tries to clinch but Monroe is having none of it.
Monroe looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Huchkov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Monroe.
Monroe has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Huchkov walks into a stiff left hand from Monroe.
Monroe walks into a jab.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Huchkov throws a head kick but Monroe moves out of range.
Monroe connects with a body shot.
Huchkov shoots in looking for a takedown. Monroe tries to sprawl out of it but Huchkov keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Monroe manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #T2#
Monroe connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Monroe moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Huchkov tries to move into range but Monroe moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.#CL#
Huchkov clinches.
Matel Huchkov has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Monroe is working Huchkov over against the cage.
Monroe blocks an uppercut.
Huchkov is trying to force a seperation but Monroe has the dominant position.
Monroe lands a shot to the body.
Monroe has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Monroe lands a nice shot to the body.
Monroe swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Monroe has a couple of punches blocked by Huchkov.
Monroe wants to stall.
Monroe blocks a body shot from Huchkov. #T3#
Huchkov softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Huchkov misses with a short punch on the inside.
Huchkov is trying to force a seperation but Monroe has the dominant position.
Monroe misses with a short punch on the inside.
Monroe lands a right hand that snaps the head of Huchkov backwards. #BC#
Huchkov breaks the clinch.
Monroe lands with a hook. Huchkov tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. #CL#
Huchkov rushes Monroe and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Huchkov misses with a punch on the inside.
Huchkov misses with a body punch.
Huchkov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Monroe scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Huchkov is looking to break free of the clinch but Monroe has double underhooks.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Huchkov.
Monroe blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Huchkov has a couple of punches blocked by Monroe.
Huchkov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Monroe's elbow.
Matel Huchkov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Monroe blocks an uppercut.
Huchkov working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Ricky Monroe is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Monroe misses with a hook to the ribs.
Monroe lands an uppercut.
Monroe misses with a punch to the body.
Huchkov blocking some punches.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Huchkov.
Monroe lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Huchkov lands a shoulder strike.
Monroe tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Huchkov's elbow.
Monroe lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Huchkov.
Monroe misses with a hook from the clinch.
Huchkov tries to break free but Monroe pushes him back against the cage.
Monroe throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Huchkovs head.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Huchkov creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Huchkov swings wildly with an uppercut but Monroe uses good head movement to avoid it.
Huchkov misses with the head strike.
Monroe throws a punch but it's blocked by Huchkov.
Huchkov working aggressively here.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Ricky Monroe.
I've got Monroe 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 Lou da Vinci scores the fight 27:30
Judge Jorge Garcia scores the fight 27:30
Judge Jonathan Paton scores the fight 27:30

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

Event: DUEL#173 Kenway vs Lester
Date: Aug 11, 2018

#R1#
Monroe with a jab.
Monroe throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Tipton stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Monroe throws a body punch but Tipton moves out of range.
Monroe connects with the punch.
Monroe paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Tipton staying out of range there.
It seemed like Tipton was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Tipton on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Monroe misses with a left hand
enabling Tipton to counter with a crisp jab.
A jab lands there for Monroe.
Monroe fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tipton manages to avoid it.
Monroe swings widly with a right hand
and Tipton counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Monroe feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Tiptons jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!#T1##CL#
Monroe closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Tipton doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tipton working hard to break the clinch.
Monroe keeps control of Tipton as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Tipton is looking to break free of the clinch but Monroe has double underhooks.
Monroe works on Tipton's body with a couple of short punches.
Tipton is trying to break the clinch but Monroe is controlling him.
Tipton throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
I was talking to Monroe's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.#BC2#
Tipton breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Monroe connects with a jab.
Monroe misses with a wild combination.
It seemed like Tipton was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Monroe misses with an uppercut
and Tipton counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Monroe lands a slapping body shot. #T2#
Tipton with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Monroe to score with a decent uppercut.
Monroe will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Tipton looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Monroe throws an off balance right hand
and Tipton cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Monroe connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Tipton's hands.
A shot to the liver by Monroe. Beautiful body shot.
Monroe tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tipton was well out of range. Poor timing from Monroe.
Monroe's jab looks to have found its range, popping Tipton under the eye.
Monroe lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Monroe just misses with a punch to the body.
A nice side step and Tipton releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.#T3##CL#
Tipton gets tackled into the cage by Monroe. Monroe maintains the clinch.
Nice body punch from Tipton - that landed with a thud.
Tipton lands a nice uppercut.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Monroe creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Tipton blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Monroe takes a shot to the head.
Tipton lands an elbow inside. #BC2#
Tipton manages to break the clinch.
Monroe fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
The fighters circle momentarily. Monroe darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Monroe connects with a crisp jab.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tipton slips under a jab.
It seemed like Tipton was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Monroe throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #T4#
Monroe tries to bum rush Tipton with a series of wild strikes but Tipton uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Tipton keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Monroe.
Tipton looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Monroe misses with an uppercut
and Tipton counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Monroe misses with a right hand
and Tipton counters with a nice uppercut. #CUT2#
It looks like Ricky Monroe has been cut.
Monroe throws a nice looking combination but Tipton bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
A little jabbing left from Tipton on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
A telegraphed right hand from Monroe misses the target.
Tipton throws a fast counter high kick but Monroe manages to duck under it in time.
Monroe throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Tipton! But no joy.
Tipton drops his hands momentarily and Monroe takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
A swing and a miss from Monroe.
Monroe connects with a body shot.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ricky Monroe dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Ricky Monroe's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Monroe lands a slapping body shot.
Monroe scores with a nice head shot.
Tipton takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Tipton moves forwards but Monroe connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Monroe misses with a wild body shot.
Monroe throws a poor cross that misses
and Tipton counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Monroe looks to land a right hand but Tipton moved out of range.
Monroe backing away here, and Tipton unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Monroe misses with an uppercut
and Tipton counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Monroe 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.
Monroe takes a swing at Tipton's ribcage but misses.
A little jabbing left from Tipton on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#T1#
Monroe lunges at Tipton with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Tipton's hand.
Monroe is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Tipton can do to turn this around?
Monroe misses with a wild body shot.
A little jabbing left from Tipton on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Tipton moves out of range as Monroe strikes.
It seemed like Tipton was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Monroe tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tipton was well out of range. Poor timing from Monroe.
It seemed like Tipton was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Monroe throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Monroe lands with a shot to the body.
Monroe fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Tipton on the side of the head.
Monroe goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Monroe scores with the left hand. Tipton knows he should have avoided that one.
Monroe throws a looping overhand right but Tipton ducks down to avoid it.
Tipton swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T2#
Monroe scores with a jab. Tipton acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Monroe scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Monroe misses with a combination
and Tipton counters with a kick to the head that grazes his opponent. Monroe is lucky that one didn't land flush.
Monroe misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tipton.
Monroe scores with a crisp jab that stopped Tipton in his tracks.
Monroe throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Monroe, as that shot connected.
Monroe stalks Tipton and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Tipton's face. Tipton staggers backwards, shaken.#ROC#
Tipton is rocked!
Good exchange - Monroe coming out on top.
Tipton is still on wobbly legs! Can Monroe finish him?#T3#
Monroe fails to land with a series of punches.
Monroe is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tipton.
Monroe lunges at Tipton with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Tipton's hand.
Monroe lands a glancing blow to the side of Tipton's head.
It's a brutal combination of punches from Monroe! Tipton is backing up but he can't get away as Monroe lands with one final shot to the jaw that drops Tipton and ends the fight. Great knockout.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:28 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Ricky Monroe!
A victorious Ricky Monroe thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
Byron Tipton was interviewed post fight and said 'I know I am only 24, but I am retiring. Obviously I dont have what it takes to become a champion, there is no reason to put my body at harm for something that I suck at.'.

Event: DFN#47 Frost vs Justice
Date: Jul 21, 2018

#R1#
Monroe pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Monroe blocks a head kick by Jones.
Monroe 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.#CL2#
Monroe moves into the clinch.
Monroe tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Jones smiles and moves away. #TD#
Jones closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Jones prevents Monroe from improving his position.#SUB#
Jones 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jones stalling. #T1#
Jones tries to pass the half guard into mount. Monroe knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Monroe trying to control but Jones postures up. #SUB#
Jones is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Monroe gets back to full guard. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Monroe looking to control.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Monroe is on top in guard. #REVB##SUB#
Jones working for a triangle but Monroe defends it easily.
Monroe stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Jones swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T3##SUB#
Jones looking for a triangle here. Monroe is fighting it but it looks tight! Jones pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Monroe is tapping out - this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:30 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Brian Jones!
After winning the bout, Brian Jones thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: DUEL#166 Andersson vs Bang
Date: Jun 30, 2018

#R1#
Tipton avoids the head kick by Monroe.
Monroe moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.#CUT2#
It looks like Byron Tipton has been cut.
A head kick by Monroe misses
and Tipton cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Monroe.
Monroe throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Tipton swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Monroe throws a series of punches but Tipton moves out of range.
Tipton is looking to counter punch.#TD2#
Monroe fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Tipton sprawls well initially but Monroe persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tipton tries to get to full guard but Monroe has control of the leg. #SUB#
Tipton looking for submissions off his back.#T1##SUB#
Tipton looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Monroe scores with a couple of good hammerfists.#SUB#
Tipton is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Monroe pulls his head out easily.
Monroe working over Tipton with some ground and pound. Tipton looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Tipton is not content to let Monroe control the position.
Tipton is looking to improve his position.
Monroe is taking a breather. Tipton says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.#T2#
Monroe uses his free foot to push down on Tipton's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Tipton.
Monroe tries to control but Tipton wriggling away.
Tipton taking shots to the head.
Monroe controlling from mount.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tipton working to try and regain half guard.
Monroe wants to stand but Tipton is holding on to him, trying to stop him posturing up.
Tipton is looking to get to half guard.
Tipton gets back to half guard.#T3##SUB#
Tipton actively working from the bottom here.
Monroe drops an elbow to the side of Tipton's head.
Tipton is refusing to be controlled, as Monroe sits in half guard. #SUB#
Tipton looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Tipton is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Monroe pulls his head out easily. #SU2#
Monroe decides to stand up. #TD2#
Monroe dives in and scores a takedown into Tipton's guard.#SUB#
Tipton isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Monroe stacks Tipton on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Monroe!
Monroe moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now. #T4#
Tipton is looking for a sweep.
Tipton is working hard here to advance position.
Tipton is letting Monroe control him for a moment.
Tipton sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Monroe drops an elbow to the side of Tipton's head.
Tipton works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB#
Tipton working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Monroe doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Monroe manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Monroe trying to control the position from guard on top but Tipton is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ricky Monroe dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Byron Tipton's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
Monroe gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Tipton counters with a right hand to the body. #TD2#
Monroe closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Monroe lands in his opponent's guard.
Ricky Monroe has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB#
Tipton is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Monroe defends well.#SUB#
Tipton looking for subs off his back but Monroe has passed one foot through into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Monroe takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.#SUB#
Tipton looking for submissions off his back.#T1#
Monroe trying to control from half guard but Tipton is working away.
Tipton tries to roll over but Monroe keeps him under control.
Monroe wants to free his trapped foot but Tipton is holding on for dear life with his legs. #SUB#
Tipton is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Monroe pulls his head out easily.
Monroe has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Tipton is staying active underneath Monroe, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB#
Tipton is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Monroe pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Tipton is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Monroe pulls his head out easily.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Monroe scores with a couple of good hammerfists.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Monroe is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Monroe winds up and cracks Tipton with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Monroe slows the pace down in half guard.
Monroe tries to stand but his arm is trapped.
Monroe passes to side control.
Monroe lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Tipton wings away with a couple of strikes but they don't land.#T3#
Monroe wants to control but Tipton is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
Monroe tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Monroe has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Tipton gets back to half guard.
Tipton is looking for a sweep. Monroe is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Still in half guard, Monroe seems content to control.
Monroe is nestled in close to Tipton, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Tipton tries to roll over but Monroe keeps him under control.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Monroe lands a nice short elbow.#SUB#
Tipton looking for submissions off his back.#T4#
Monroe seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #SUB#
Tipton looking for submissions off his back.
Monroe slips a nice elbow through Tipton's hands, connecting with Tipton's forehead.
Monroe tries to stand but his hand is stuck under Tipton.
Monroe controlling the action here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Tipton is looking to improve his position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ricky Monroe showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Byron Tipton'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!
#R3##CL2#
Monroe rushes Tipton and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Tipton misses with some punches. #BC#
Tipton breaks the clinch. #CL2#
Monroe has closed the distance and engaged Tipton in a clinch.
Tipton misses with a shot to the kidneys. #TD2#
Monroe ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Monroe no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Monroe looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tipton trying to control but Monroe is working from the bottom.
Monroe has Tipton pulled in close to control his posture. #ES2#
The fighters are working up against the cage. Monroe manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.#T1##TD2#
Monroe ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Monroe no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Monroe is controlling Tipton's posture.
Tipton landing with the ground and pound.
Tipton slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Monroe preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Monroe looking to hit a scissor sweep but Tipton is one step ahead there.
Monroe pulls Tipton in close to prevent any damage. #SUB#
Tipton drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Monroe manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Tipton has Monroe in his guard.#REVB##T2#
Monroe is stalling in the full guard.
Tipton keeping moving, preventing Monroe from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Tipton is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Monroe is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Tipton working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Monroe doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Monroe manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#SUB#
Tipton is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #T3#
Monroe passes Tipton's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #SUB#
Tipton looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Monroe is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Tipton is just riding it out for now. Monroe eventually gives up the hold.
Monroe working Tipton over with strikes.
Tipton makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Tipton.#SUB#
Tipton looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Monroe passes into side control.
Byron Tipton has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Monroe landing a few strikes. #T4#
Monroe working the ground and pound from side control.
Monroe trying to control the action but Tipton is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Monroe is trying to get an arm triangle but Tipton is defending well.
Monroe lands an elbow.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Tipton tries to strike from the bottom but misses.
Monroe slips into full mount, dodging the strikes by Tipton.
Tipton is in all sorts of trouble here.

And that's the end of the fight!
Ricky Monroe comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Monroe 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 John Roberts scores the fight 27:30
Judge Jorge Garcia scores the fight 27:30
Judge David Schapiro scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ricky Monroe!
Ricky Monroe thanked the fans post fight for their support.
Byron Tipton was interviewed post fight and said 'I know I am only 24, but I am retiring. Obviously I dont have what it takes to become a champion, there is no reason to put my body at harm for something that I suck at.'.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jun 11, 2018

#R1#
Hetherington tries to clinch up
letting Monroe counter with a right hand.
Hetherington gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Monroe counters with a one-two to the body. #TD#
Monroe scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Monroe controls the position from side control.
Hetherington tries to bench press Monroe off him but Monroe keeps the position.
Monroe wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hetherington keeps working.
Hetherington is looking for a sweep.
Monroe tries to advance to mount but can't.
Monroe is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Hetherington will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Monroe working the ground and pound from side control.#T1#
Hetherington stops Monroe from passing to mount.
Hetherington is being controlled here.
Monroe wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hetherington keeps working.
Hetherington manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Monroe landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. #SUB#
Hetherington is looking to regain full guard. He's left an arm up in the air though and Monroe has latched onto it... Big trouble! Monroe pivots for an armbar - it's in tight and it Hetherington is tapping in no time flat! Great counter grappling there from Monroe!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:50 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Ricky Monroe!
Our winner, Ricky Monroe, 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: May 31, 2018

#R1#
Monroe needs to keep his hands up - Friman had a free shot at his head there.
Friman displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Monroe.
Monroe fails with an attempt to clinch.
Monroe fails with a takedown attempt. #TD2#
Friman gets caught napping as Monroe dives in and scores a takedown. Friman manages to retain guard.
Friman looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Friman is trying to control the position from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Monroe controlling from the top position.
Monroe trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T1#
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Monroe working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Friman wants to improve his position but instead Monroe has moved into half guard.
Friman wants to get back to full guard.
Monroe wants to free his trapped foot but Friman is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Friman tries to get to full guard but Monroe has control of the leg.
Friman is working hard here to advance position.#SUB2#
Monroe is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Friman is just riding it out for now. Monroe eventually gives up the hold. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Friman is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Friman trying to control but Monroe postures up.
Monroe is keen to just control but Friman is 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.
Monroe dives in and grabs Friman's left leg, looking for a takedown. Friman pushes down on Monroe's head and hops out.
Oskar Friman has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ricky Monroe.
Monroe takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Monroe misses with a body kick.#T3#
Monroe tries for a takedown but Friman sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Friman scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Ricky Monroe seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jab, jab by Friman - just one landing.
Friman comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.#TD2#
Monroe manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Friman on his heels. He'll look to pass Friman's guard now, I'm sure.
Monroe won't allow Friman to sweep him here.
Friman bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Monroe's guard. #REVR#
Monroe managing to control the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Friman trying to control the position from guard on top but Monroe is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've been hearing that Friman has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Friman stopping the sweep attempt from Monroe.#T4#
Friman trying to control the position from guard on top but Monroe is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Friman controls from within his opponent's guard.
Friman stops Monroe from standing up.
Monroe is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Friman lands a couple of digs.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Monroe preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Monroe is on top in guard. #REVB#
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 Oskar Friman will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Monroe shoots in looking for a takedown. Friman tries to sprawl out of it but Monroe keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Friman manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Friman tries to counter with a takedown but Monroe is quick to defend against it.
Monroe takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Friman missing with a left hand there. Monroe was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Friman lands a nice hook to Monroe's body. Monroe takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Monroe throws a leg kick which misses Friman's front leg but catches the back leg as Friman tries to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Friman swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Friman throws a body shot but no joy.
Friman is looking to wear down Monroe with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Monroe throws a head kick that misses #TD#
and Friman counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Monroe slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#T1#
Friman sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Friman lands a couple of elbows.
Monroe utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Monroe throws some sloppy strikes off his back.
Monroe is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Monroe keeping moving, preventing Friman from controlling successfully.
Friman loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Friman wants to pass the guard but Monroe is keeping the position.
Friman trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Monroe manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVB#
Friman working a defensive guard here.
Monroe stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Friman swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T3#
Monroe postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Monroe won't allow Friman to sweep him here.
Monroe trying to control but Friman is working from the bottom.
Monroe stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Friman swivels though and keeps the full guard.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Friman has Monroe pulled in close to control his posture. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Friman throws a shot to the body.
Friman misses with a body shot
and Monroe counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.#T4#
Monroe tries to close the distance and clinch up but Friman swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Friman fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Monroe manages to avoid it.
Friman sets himself, and Monroe steps forward looking for the clinch! Friman avoids it this time.
Monroe is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Monroe uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Friman.
Friman has a takedown stuffed.
The fight stays on the outside here - Monroe looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#CL#
Friman forces Monroe back against the cage and clinches.#BC2#
Monroe pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Oskar Friman dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Friman misses with a body shot.
Monroe with the counter takedown but Friman avoids it easily.
Friman lands a jab to Monroe's midsection.
Monroe wants to clinch.
Friman attempts a counter takedown but Monroe avoids it well and moves away.
Friman swings for the body but Monroe moves out of range.
Oskar Friman is winning the standup battle so far.#TD2#
Monroe shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Friman is trying to defend but Monroe finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Friman tries to roll over but Monroe keeps him under control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Monroe is pressing down on Friman's thigh, looking to free his foot. Friman is holding on for now. #T1#
Monroe thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Friman's head.
Friman wants to get back to full guard.
Monroe tries to pass the half guard into mount. Friman knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Friman is trying to control but can't. #SUB2#
Monroe is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Friman is refusing to be controlled, as Monroe sits in half guard. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD2#
Monroe drives through with a takedown into Friman's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Friman pulls Monroe in to control the position.
Friman manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Monroe manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Monroe has Friman pulled in close to control his posture.
Monroe is looking to stand up but Friman isn't so interested in that idea.
Friman lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#T3##SUB2#
Monroe is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Friman is aware though and is defending well.
Friman stops Monroe from standing up.
Friman with a nice head shot there.
Friman distracts Monroe with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Friman lands a couple of elbows.
Monroe wants to stand up but Friman is controlling him.
Friman working some strikes from top position.
Monroe controlling Friman's posture.
Monroe keeping moving, preventing Friman from controlling successfully. #T4#
Friman is looking to pass into half guard but Monroe pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Monroe is in guard.#REVB#
Monroe won't allow Friman to sweep him here.
Monroe postures up.
Monroe is looking to stand up but Friman won't let him.
Ricky Monroe has got the better of the ground game so far.
Friman trying to control the position.
Friman is pulling down on Monroe's head. It's preventing any offense from Monroe, at least for the moment.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Friman 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.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Ricky Monroe.
I think Friman 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 Roosa Järviläinen scores the fight 29:28
Judge Marco Blurström scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Oskar Friman!
A relieved looking Oskar Friman 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: UGD 84:Curran Vs Dykstra
Date: Nov 10, 2017

#R1##TD#
Tyraanicao gets caught flat footed, as Monroe shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Monroe throws a big right hand that misses.
Tyraanicao has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Crassus. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.#SUB2#
Tyraanicao is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
Monroe avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tyraanicao preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #SUB2#
Monroe stands up over his opponent, looking to dive in with a big punch. Here he comes, superman style! Oh, the punch misses and Tyraanicao has got him in a triangle choke for good measure! Oh no! Monroe manages to get his head free but now Tyraanicao has transitioned to an armbar! Monroe grimaces and is forced to tap! Beautiful Jiu Jitsu from Tyraanicao! I'd be surprised if that didn't end up as submission of the night!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Bostar Tyraanicao!
Bostar Tyraanicao took some time post fight to say the following; 'welcome to the big leagues Marky boy'.

Event: UGD 77:Sturm Vs Ajax
Date: Sep 22, 2017

#R1#
Monroe doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Popper counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Monroe fails with the takedown.#TD#
Monroe manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Popper on his heels. He'll look to pass Popper's guard now, I'm sure.
Monroe trying to control the position from guard on top but Popper is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Monroe with a nice head shot there.
Popper wants to sweep but no luck.
Monroe throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Monroe missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Monroe missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Monroe throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Popper works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Popper managing to control the position.
We've been hearing that Monroe has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.#T1#
Monroe throwing strikes but missing.
Monroe is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Monroe makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Monroe landing with the ground and pound.
Monroe postures up in Popper's guard and throws a big left but Popper blocks it.
Monroe distracts Popper with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Monroe throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #T2#
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Monroe accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Monroe 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.
Monroe distracts Popper with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Popper is trying to control the position but Monroe postures up.
Monroe stops Popper from standing up.
Popper avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Monroe throwing strikes from guard but Popper blocks nicely.
Popper wants to sweep here but Monroe controlling him for the moment.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Monroe landing with the ground and pound.
Popper is trying to control the position but Monroe postures up. #T3#
Popper is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Monroe throws a big elbow that misses.
Monroe chips away with some ground and pound.
Monroe throws a big elbow that misses.
Popper wants to stand up but Monroe is controlling him.
Popper utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Popper preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Popper darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Popper has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Monroe is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Donk. Monroe catches Popper right on the button with a cross.#T4#
No luck for Monroe with that takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ricky Monroe. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Monroe throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Popper lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Popper.
Popper displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Monroe.
Popper changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Monroe misses with a takedown attempt - Popper sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Sloppy strikes from Popper. Those never looked like landing.
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!
Popper displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Monroe.
Popper doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Monroe tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Popper defends well and Monroe ends up having to push Popper into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
It seemed like Popper was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Monroe fails with a takedown attempt.
Monroe is breathing heavily.
Popper tests Monroe's chin there with a solid looking shot.
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 Ricky Monroe will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Popper stuns Monroe with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Popper missing with a left hand there. Monroe was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Monroe walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.#TD#
Monroe looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Popper!
Monroe prevents Popper from escaping the position.
Monroe scores with punches from side control.
Popper is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Monroe is controlling him well.
You can see the frustration on Popper's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Monroe lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Monroe tries to land with some ground and pound but misses. #T1#
Popper is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Monroe is controlling him well.
Sloppy strikes there by Monroe.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Popper looking for a sweep but Monroe has passed into full mount! Oh no!
Popper squirming around on the bottom, looking to escape.
Popper suckers Monroe into throwing a sloppy strike and uses the momentum to reverse the position beautifully! Popper is now in Monroe's guard! #SUB#
Popper avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Monroe manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Popper manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Monroe scoring with punches to the head and body. #T2#
Monroe loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Monroe throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Popper works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Monroe throwing strikes from guard but Popper blocks nicely.
Monroe stopping the sweep attempt from Popper.
Monroe trying to control but Popper is working from the bottom.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Monroe accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Monroe is in close to Popper's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Monroe stops Popper from standing up. #T3##SUB2#
Popper had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Monroe defends it easily.
Popper utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Monroe throws a big elbow that misses.
Popper wants to stand but Monroe is controlling the position.
Popper utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Popper is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Monroe drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Popper keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#T4#
Monroe doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Popper counters with a straight right hand.
Monroe shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Popper but Popper pushes him off and we're back to square one.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ricky Monroe. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Popper misses with the combination.
Bung Popper is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#TD#
Monroe decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.#ES2#
Popper has one foot on Monroe's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Monroe fails with a takedown attempt.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Popper scores with a jab to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Bung Popper 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##TD#
Monroe gets a double leg takedown into Popper's guard.
Monroe is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Monroe trying to control the position from guard on top but Popper is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Popper is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
Ricky Monroe overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Popper is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Popper moves nicely into side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Popper controlling the position.
Monroe prevents Popper from improving position. #T1#
Monroe is looking for a sweep.
Monroe manages to get back to half guard.
Popper content to control rather than advance.
Monroe is looking to get back to is feet but Popper passes into side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Monroe tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Popper wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Popper advances to full mount.
Popper controlling from mount. #T2#
Monroe throwing punches from his back but nothing is landing.
Monroe tries to reverse the position but Popper maintains control.
Monroe tries to improve his position but instead Popper has taken his back!
Monroe wants to get back to his feet.
Popper has the hooks in. Monroe is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Popper tries to keep control of the position but Monroe is staying busy.
Popper controlling from the back.
Monroe trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Popper really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Monroe.
Monroe trying to control the hands but Popper won't let him. #T3#
Monroe is keeping busy.
Monroe trying to control the action but Popper just sinks the hooks in.
Monroe is really stuck here.
Monroe looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Monroe wants to escape the position. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SUB2#
Popper looking for the choke but no joy.
Monroe wants to control his opponent's hands but Popper gets his hands free.
Monroe tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Monroe is looking to improve his position but Popper isn't that keen on the idea.
Popper controlling from mount.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!

And that's the end of the fight!
Bung Popper comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Popper 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 Don Winkell scores the fight 28:29
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 28:30
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bung Popper!
Bung Popper bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

Event: EPL 12 Finale
Date: Jul 21, 2017

#R1#
Monroe shoots in and drives through. Blake sprawls well.
Blake lands the left hand.
A solid leg kick lands there for Blake.
Jab by Blake.
Blake scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Monroe takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie. #TD2#
Monroe closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Blake is trying to improve his position.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Monroe has control of an arm but Blake manages to advance to Monroe's back!
Monroe is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Blake off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.
Blake scores with strikes from the back. #SUB#
Blake looking for the RNC.
Monroe is really stuck here. #SUB#
Blake has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Monroe has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least! #T1#
Monroe trying to control the position but Blake manages to sink in the hooks.
Blake lands shots from the back.
Monroe staying busy and making it hard for Blake to control.
Monroe tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Blake lands with some strikes.
Blake breaks from Monroe's wrist control and lands an elbow.
Blake has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Monroe's face.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
A nice elbow there by Blake.#ROC#
Monroe is rocked!
Monroe gets back to half guard.
Monroe is still in real trouble! Can Blake finish him?
Blake wants to take a breather but Monroe is having none of it.
Blake controlling the action here.
Monroe seems to have recovered his senses.#T2#
Blake seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. #SUB#
Blake is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Monroe defends it well.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#SUB2#
Monroe looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Monroe actively working from the bottom here.
Blake is trying to control. Monroe wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB#
Blake is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Blake prevents Monroe from standing back up. #T3##SUB#
Blake is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Monroe is just riding it out for now. Blake eventually gives up the hold. #SUB2#
Monroe looking for submissions off his back.
Blake scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Blake wants to free his trapped foot but Monroe is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Blake looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Monroe with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SUB2#
Monroe looking for submissions off his back.
Blake lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. #SUB#
Blake seems to be looking for submissions. #SUB2#
Monroe with the active half guard here but Blake passes nicely into side control.
Monroe is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Monroe keeps trying to improve his position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

William Blake dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Monroe changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Blake tries to avoid it but Monroe manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Blake to the ground. Blake escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Blake looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
A solid leg kick lands there for Blake. #TD2#
Monroe is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Blake's half guard.
William Blake overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Blake avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Monroe. #SUB#
Blake is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Monroe pulls his head out easily.
Blake is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Monroe's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Monroe's back!#SUB#
Blake sinks in the hooks and is looking for the choke. He's got it! Monroe taps out!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:54 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). William Blake!
An out of breath William Blake thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: KAMIKAZE 35: Gold Chain
Date: Jul 02, 2017

#R1#
Monroe fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Wai Ping avoids it really well and circles away.
Monroe fails to land with a series of punches. #TD2#
Monroe shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Wai Ping's guard.
Monroe with a nice head shot there.
Wai Ping avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Monroe working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Monroe trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Wai Ping keeping moving, preventing Monroe from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Monroe postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Monroe stops Wai Ping from standing up.
Monroe trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #T1#
Monroe won't allow Wai Ping to get back to his feet.
Monroe trying to control but Wai Ping is working from the bottom.
Monroe must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Monroe is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Monroe won't allow Wai Ping to get back to his feet.
Monroe missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #ES#
Wai Ping uses the cage to get back to his feet.
Monroe is trying hard to land a takedown here. Wai Ping sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Wai Ping tries to clinch but Monroe moves out of range.
Wai Ping tests Monroe's chin there with a solid looking shot.#TD2#
Monroe drives through with a takedown into guard.
Monroe throws a strike but Wai Ping rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR##SUB2#
Monroe has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Wai Ping is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Monroe.#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Monroe trying his best to control but Wai Ping has mounted him.
Monroe keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Monroe is still trying to improve position.
Monroe regains half guard.#SUB#
Monroe is defending against the submission attempts here by Wai Ping.
Monroe wants to improve his position but Wai Ping is controlling well. #T3#
Wai Ping is trying to control the action in half guard but Monroe is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Wai Ping is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Monroe is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#SUB2#
Monroe looking for a kimura from the bottom but Wai Ping passes into side control!#SU#
Wai Ping decides to take the fight back to the feet.
Nice sprawl there from Wai Ping as Monroe shoots in.
Lu Wai Ping has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ricky Monroe.#CL#
Wai Ping closes the distance and clinches.
Wai Ping misses with a punch on the inside.
Wai Ping tries a knee to the head but Monroe blocks it.
Monroe tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Wai Ping lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Monroe tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it. #T4##BC#
Wai Ping pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#TD2#
Monroe manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Wai Ping on his heels. He'll look to pass Wai Ping's guard now, I'm sure.
Monroe throwing strikes from guard but Wai Ping blocks nicely.
Monroe won't allow Wai Ping to get back to his feet.
Monroe stands up over Wai Ping, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Monroe lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Wai Ping working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Monroe.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Monroe accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Monroe trying to control the position from guard on top but Wai Ping is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Monroe postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
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 Lu Wai Ping will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Wai Ping lands a jab-cross combination.
Ricky Monroe is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Monroe takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Wai Ping tries to clinch there but Monroe circles away.
Monroe misses with a shot to the body
and Wai Ping counters with a two punch combo. #CL#
Wai Ping pushes Monroe up against the cage in a clinch.
Monroe jumps guard but Wai Ping stands there with Monroe around his waist. Monroe gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Wai Ping scores with an uppercut up the middle.#TD2#
Monroe jumps guard.
Wai Ping controlling from the top position. #SUB2#
Monroe had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Wai Ping defends it easily.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Wai Ping trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T1##SUB2#
Monroe looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Monroe keeping moving, preventing Wai Ping from controlling successfully.
Wai Ping looking to sit in guard and control but Monroe gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Monroe makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Monroe distracts Wai Ping with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Wai Ping is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Monroe is controlling him.
Monroe missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #T2#
Monroe working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Monroe is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Monroe is working Wai Ping over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #ROC2#
Wai Ping is rocked!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Monroe postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Oh Wai Ping is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Monroe throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #ES#
Wai Ping uses the cage to get back to his feet. #TD2#
Monroe shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Monroe showed some decent athleticism there.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Monroe is trying to control. Wai Ping wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Monroe thows a huge punch but Wai Ping dodges it nicely. #T3#
Monroe seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Monroe throwing shots but Wai Ping is blocking nicely.
Monroe lands a massive shot from half guard that has rocked Wai Ping! More strikes land and this one is all over! Monroe jumps to his feet and is applauded loudly by the crowd!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:28 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ricky Monroe!
Ricky Monroe is the new featherweight champion!
A victorious Ricky Monroe thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: KAMIKAZE 26: Fast End
Date: Jun 09, 2017

#R1#
Wai Ping lands a head kick. Monroe smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Monroe misses the jab.
Sloppy strikes from Monroe. Those never looked like landing.
Wai Ping on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Monroe fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Wai Ping 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.
Wai Ping comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.#TD#
Monroe scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Wai Ping pushes Monroe away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Monroe gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Wai Ping is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Monroe looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Wai Ping is avoiding damage well.
Wai Ping tries to escape but Monroe is in control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Monroe working the ground and pound but Wai Ping is defending the strikes.
Monroe landing strikes. #T1#
Wai Ping takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Wai Ping is pushing Monroe's head away, looking to escape. Monroe manages to hold on to the position though.#SUB#
Monroe is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Wai Ping knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Monroe misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
Wai Ping is trying to buck Monroe off.
Monroe misses with the ground and pound.
Monroe trying to control the position but Wai Ping is working away. #SUB#
Monroe is trying to get an arm triangle but Wai Ping is defending well. #T2#
Monroe is working Wai Ping over with some ground and pound from side control.
Wai Ping is trying to get back to his feet.
Monroe cracks Wai Ping with a big right hand but Wai Ping just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Monroe working the head and body with strikes. #ROC#
Wai Ping is rocked!
Monroe working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Wai Ping is still in real trouble! Can Monroe finish him?
Monroe prevents Wai Ping from escaping the position.
An elbow from Monroe crashes against the mat.
Wai Ping seems to have recovered his senses.
Wai Ping pushes Monroe away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Monroe gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.#T3##ES2#
Wai Ping sneaks out the side door and pushes Monroe away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.
Monroe fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Wai Ping avoids it really well and circles away.
Ricky Monroe seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Monroe closes this distance looking for a takedown but Wai Ping circles away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ricky Monroe. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL2#
Wai Ping clinches up against the cage.
Monroe has Wai Ping pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Wai Ping manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Wai Ping lands a knee to the head. #CUT2#
It looks like Ricky Monroe has been cut.#BC#
Monroe manages to break the clinch. #TD#
Wai Ping gets caught napping as Monroe dives in and scores a takedown. Wai Ping manages to retain guard.
Monroe missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Wai Ping wants to stand and escape but Monroe is having none of it.
Monroe throwing strikes from guard but Wai Ping blocks nicely. #T4#
Wai Ping is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Monroe is controlling him.
Monroe scoring with punches to the head and body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Monroe throws a big right hand that misses. #ES2#
Wai Ping wriggles free and stands up. #CL#
Monroe forces Wai Ping back against the cage and clinches.
Wai Ping lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Monroe backwards.
Wai Ping with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Monroe is trying to pull guard but Wai Ping turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Monroe fails to land.
Monroe tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Wai Ping just stands there and leans against the cage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Ricky Monroe will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Ricky Monroe's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Wai Ping displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Monroe.
Monroe shoots in for a takedown but Wai Ping shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Wai Ping looks to land a combination. Monroe sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Monroe shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Wai Ping but Wai Ping pushes him off and we're back to square one.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ricky Monroe. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Wai Ping tries to clinch there but Monroe circles away.
Wai Ping throws out a powerful jab.
Monroe fails with a takedown attempt.
Monroe is trying hard to land a takedown here. Wai Ping sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice takedown defense from Wai Ping. No joy for Monroe on that attempt.
Wai Ping looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Sloppy strikes from Monroe. Those never looked like landing.
Monroe throws a head kick but Wai Ping moves out of range.
Monroe closes the distance and clinches up with Wai Ping, looking for a takedown. Monroe pushes Wai Ping against the cage but Wai Ping circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Wai Ping tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Monroe manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Lu Wai Ping seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Monroe shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Wai Ping as he jumps to the side.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#T1##CL2#
Wai Ping gets a clinch. #TD#
Monroe manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Wai Ping stays in close to Monroe's body and controls the position. #SUB#
Monroe looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Wai Ping stays in close to Monroe's body and controls the position.
Wai Ping advances to half guard.
Wai Ping is keen to just control but Monroe is a slippery customer.
Monroe won't allow Wai Ping to pass to mount. #SUB#
Monroe is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Wai Ping pulls his head out easily.
Monroe is refusing to be controlled, as Wai Ping sits in half guard. #T2##SUB2#
Monroe is defending against the submission attempts here by Wai Ping.
Wai Ping wants to control but Monroe is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Monroe looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Monroe looking for a kimura from the bottom but Wai Ping passes into side control!
Monroe tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Wai Ping wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T3#
Wai Ping taking a breather here.
Monroe is trying to get back to his feet.
Wai Ping tries to advance to mount but can't.
Monroe regains half guard.
Monroe is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Wai Ping's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Wai Ping's back!
Monroe thows a huge left but connects with the canvas and not his opponent.
Monroe misses with punches from the back.
Wai Ping covering up well under a series of strikes from Monroe.
Monroe missing with strikes. #T4#
Wai Ping is trying to get back to his feet but Monroe has full control of the position and if anything, Wai Ping has just worked his way into a worse spot.
Wai Ping is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.
Monroe lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Monroe has his opponent trapped and is landing shots. Not a good position for Wai Ping. #CUT#
It looks like Lu Wai Ping has been cut.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Monroe throwing lazy shots from the back mount that aren't doing any damage.
Wai Ping is trying to stand back up.
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 Ricky Monroe will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's time! Monroe's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R3#
The fighters circling - Monroe throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Wai Ping let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.#CL2#
Wai Ping moves into range and clinches up with Monroe.#BC#
Monroe breaks the clinch. #TD#
Monroe closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Wai Ping did well to prevent Monroe getting side control.
Monroe missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Wai Ping wants to get back to his feet.
Monroe lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Wai Ping tries to kick Monroe off but Monroe keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Monroe lands with a punch from half guard.
Monroe sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Wai Ping defending well though.
Monroe lands strikes from half guard.
Monroe is trying to control. Wai Ping wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T1#
Monroe thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Wai Ping's head. #ES2#
Wai Ping has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Monroe is on him like a limpet, forcing Wai Ping back against the cage.
Wai Ping gets through Monroe's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Wai Ping is working for takedown but Monroe is calmly controlling the position for now.
Wai Ping throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Monroe blocks it with crossed arms. #TD#
Monroe jumps guard. #SUB#
Monroe has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Wai Ping can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Wai Ping's corner is telling him to maintain position.#SUB#
Monroe throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SU2#
Wai Ping gets to his feet. Monroe looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son! #T2#
No luck for Monroe with that takedown attempt.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#CL2#
Wai Ping takes the fight into the clinch.
Monroe tries to pull guard but Wai Ping holds him up against the cage and eventually Monroe drops back down to his feet.
Monroe tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Wai Ping smiles and moves away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ricky Monroe. That's going to take a lot out of him.
The fighters circle momentarily. Wai Ping darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Monroe misses with a takedown attempt #CL2#
and Wai Ping counters by moving into the clinch.
Monroe fails to pull guard.
Wai Ping scores with a knee to the head. #T3#
Wai Ping lands a right hand.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Wai Ping creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #TD2#
Wai Ping has clasped his hands together around Monroe's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
Monroe is letting Wai Ping control him for a moment.
Monroe tries to bench press Wai Ping off him but Wai Ping keeps the position.
Monroe is working hard here to advance position.
Wai Ping working away.#SU2#
Wai Ping decides to stand back up. #TD#
Monroe drives through with a takedown into Wai Ping's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.#ES2#
Wai Ping manages to escape and get back to his feet.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Monroe uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Wai Ping.
Nice takedown defense from Wai Ping. No joy for Monroe on that attempt.
Wai Ping is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Monroe with a body shot.#T4#
Monroe tries to score a power double leg takedown but Wai Ping sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Monroe somewhat.
Wai Ping cracks Monroe with a right hand to the side of the head.
Monroe takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Wai Ping lands a nice hook to Monroe's body. Monroe takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Ricky Monroe is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Wai Ping stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Wai Ping wants it to stay on the feet.#CL2#
Wai Ping forces Monroe back against the cage and clinches.
Wai Ping swings wildly with an uppercut but Monroe uses good head movement to avoid it.
Wai Ping is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Monroe is defending well for now.
Still in the clinch, Wai Ping scores with a nice short uppercut.
Monroe is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Wai Ping to keep the fight standing.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Lu Wai Ping really dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R4#
Wai Ping tries to close the distance and clinch up but Monroe swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Wai Ping is looking to clinch but Monroe is avoiding it.
Wai Ping fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Monroe manages to avoid it.#CL2#
Wai Ping moves into the clinch successfully.
Wai Ping misses with the head strike.
Monroe is trying to pull guard but Wai Ping turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.#TD#
Monroe pulls guard. #SUB#
Monroe had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Wai Ping defends it easily.
Monroe controls Wai Ping momentarily but Wai Ping frees himself.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Monroe has his foot on Wai Ping's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Wai Ping works his way back into a safe position though.#SU2#
Wai Ping decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Monroe, up you get!
Wai Ping is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Monroe rather than just go for the knockout.
Monroe shoots in for a double leg but Wai Ping sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.#T1#
Monroe takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over.
Monroe will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ricky Monroe. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Monroe tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Wai Ping defends well and Monroe ends up having to push Wai Ping into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.#CL2#
Wai Ping fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Monroe, pushing him back against the cage.
Wai Ping lands a hook to the side of the head.
Monroe tries to pull guard but Wai Ping won't allow it.
Wai Ping tries to land a knee to the head but Monroe blocks with his arms.
Wai Ping landing knees to the head.
Wai Ping landing knees to the head.
Wai Ping using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Monroe has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Monroe has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Wai Ping is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Monroe wants to break free but Wai Ping has control.
Monroe tries to pull guard but Wai Ping forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
A short left from Wai Ping.
Wai Ping throws a punch but it's blocked by Monroe. #T2#
A short uppercut from Wai Ping.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Wai Ping lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Wai Ping fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Wai Ping utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Lu Wai Ping seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Wai Ping.
A short right from Wai Ping.
Wai Ping throws a knee to the head but misses.
Wai Ping scores a nice knee to the body.
Wai Ping has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Wai Ping misses with a knee strike.
Monroe blocking some punches.
Monroe managing to block the knees to the body from Wai Ping.
Monroe jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Wai Ping walks away with a smile on his face. Monroe gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Horrible takedown attempt by Monroe or perhaps it was just good defense by Wai Ping, which made it look bad. #T3#
Monroe shoots in for a double leg but Wai Ping sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Monroe will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Wai Ping leaves Monroe with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.#CL2#
Wai Ping rushes Monroe and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Monroe fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Monroe has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Wai Ping after a bit of a struggle.
Wai Ping lands with a right to the head.
Monroe tries to pull guard but Wai Ping holds him up against the cage and eventually Monroe drops back down to his feet.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Wai Ping.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Wai Ping creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Wai Ping lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Wai Ping tries to land a knee to the head but Monroe blocks with his arms.
Monroe takes a shot to the head. #T4#
Wai Ping tries to throw a body punch but Monroe avoids it by throwing Wai Ping back against the cage. #TD#
Monroe decides to pull 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!
Wai Ping trying to control the position from guard on top but Monroe is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Monroe wants to control the position but Wai Ping says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard. #SUB#
Monroe looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Wai Ping is thwarting Monroe's attempts to control the position.
It looks like Wai Ping is going to stand back up. #SUB#
Monroe looking for submissions off his back.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Lu Wai Ping dominated that fourth round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R5##CL2#
Wai Ping gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Wai Ping with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Wai Ping connects with a knee to the head.
Wai Ping has a couple of punches blocked by Monroe.
Monroe prevents a body shot from Wai Ping.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Wai Ping obliges.
Monroe is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Wai Ping gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Monroe is trying to pull guard but Wai Ping has him pressed against the cage.
Monroe wants to take the fight to the mat but Wai Ping manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ricky Monroe. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Monroe pulls guard successfully. #SU2#
Wai Ping stands and steps away. Monroe gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Wai Ping just misses with a punch to the body.
Wai Ping tries to close the distance and clinch but Monroe swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Wai Ping thuds a left hand into Monroe's body.#T1#
Wai Ping lands a really nice looking cross but Monroe seems unphased.
Wai Ping tries to clinch up.
Monroe dives in and grabs Wai Ping's left leg, looking for a takedown. Wai Ping pushes down on Monroe's head and hops out.#CL2#
Monroe tries to keep at a distance but Wai Ping has taken the fight into the clinch.
Wai Ping lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Monroe fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Wai Ping lands with a short shot to the head.
Wai Ping tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Monroe is trying to pull guard but Wai Ping turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Wai Ping stalling in the clinch but Monroe improves position.
Monroe is working for takedown but Wai Ping is calmly controlling the position for now.
Monroe tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Both of our modern day gladiators look out of it here - a gruelling 5 rounds of action taking it's toll on them, no doubt.
A knee to the head by Wai Ping.
Monroe fails to pull the fight into his guard. #T2#
Monroe is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Wai Ping gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Monroe is trying to pull guard but Wai Ping turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Monroe jumps guard but Wai Ping turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. #TD#
Monroe pulls guard successfully.
Wai Ping is stalling in the full guard. #SU2#
Wai Ping gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Monroe fails with a takedown attempt from distance.#CL2#
Wai Ping closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Monroe avoiding damage as Wai Ping throws knees to the body.
Wai Ping lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Wai Ping looking to throw knees to the head but Monroe is blocking nicely.
Monroe is trying to pull guard but Wai Ping has him pressed against the cage.#T3#
Monroe tries to score a body lock takedown but Wai Ping shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Wai Ping trying to land knees to the body.
Wai Ping lands a knee to the body.
Wai Ping with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Wai Ping throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Monroe blocks it with crossed arms.
Wai Ping prevents the takedown attempt.
Wai Ping misses with a knee strike.
Wai Ping connects with a nasty looking knee right to Monroe's face.
Monroe jumps guard but Wai Ping stands there with Monroe around his waist. Monroe gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Monroe fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Wai Ping with a knee to the head.
Monroe jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Wai Ping walks away with a smile on his face. Monroe gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Monroe is defended easily by Wai Ping.#T4#
Wai Ping bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Monroe's head.
Monroe shoots in but no luck this time.
Wai Ping fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Monroe on the side of the head.#CL2#
Wai Ping rushes Monroe and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Wai Ping working Monroe over with knees to the body.
Wai Ping looking to throw knees to the head but Monroe is blocking nicely.
Monroe is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Wai Ping to keep the fight standing.
Wai Ping with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Monroe tries to pull guard but Wai Ping won't allow it.
Monroe is trying to pull guard but Wai Ping turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Monroe tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Wai Ping smiles and moves away. #CL2#
Wai Ping instigates a clinch.

And that's the end of the fight!
Lu Wai Ping comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Wai Ping 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 Taro Takaoka scores the fight 47:48
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 47:48
Judge Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 46:49

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Lu Wai Ping!
Lu Wai Ping is the new featherweight champion!
A very excited looking Lu Wai Ping 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: KAMIKAZE 23: Evolve
Date: May 28, 2017

#R1#
Palmer thows a left - swing and a miss!
Palmer misses with an uppercut.
Monroe closes this distance looking for a takedown but Palmer circles away.
Monroe uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Palmer.
Monroe throws a head kick that misses. #TD#
Monroe decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.#ES2#
Palmer has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Monroe is on him like a limpet, forcing Palmer back against the cage.
Palmer misses with the head strike.
Palmer misses with some punches.
Monroe jumps guard but Palmer turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Monroe jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Palmer walks away with a smile on his face. Monroe gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ricky Monroe. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Monroe shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Palmer as he jumps to the side.
Palmer throws a hook to the side of Monroe's head but Monroe sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Monroe fails with a takedown attempt.
Monroe throws a leg kick but Palmer sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Monroe slips under a jab.
Monroe is looking to counter the offense by Palmer and move into the clinch.
Monroe looks for a takedown but Palmer sprawls well.
Palmer is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.#T1##TD#
Monroe closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Palmer did well to prevent Monroe getting side control.
Palmer is trying to stand.
Monroe working Palmer over with strikes.
Monroe lands with a punch from half guard.
Palmer wants to get back to his feet.
Monroe looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Palmer with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. #ES2#
Palmer makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!
Monroe keeps the fight on the outside.
Monroe lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Palmer stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Palmer wants it to stay on the feet.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#CL2#
Palmer clinches up with Monroe and pushes him back against the cage.
Monroe is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Palmer to keep the fight standing.
Palmer throws a head punch that misses.
Monroe drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it. #T2#
Palmer throws an elbow but it misses.
Palmer lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Monroe is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Palmer to keep the fight standing.
Palmer misses with some punches.
Monroe tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Monroe fails to pull guard.
Monroe blocking some punches.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Monroe. #BC#
Monroe's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Palmer with a jab.
Palmer takes a swing at Monroe's ribcage but misses.
Monroe avoids the body shot from Palmer. #TD#
Monroe shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Palmer manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Monroe postures up in Palmer's guard and throws a big left but Palmer blocks it.
Monroe connects with a couple of short punches.#T3#
Palmer wants to stand up but Monroe is controlling him.
Monroe postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Monroe in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Palmer really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Monroe. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Palmer avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Monroe with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Monroe working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Monroe throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Palmer works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Palmer avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Monroe lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Palmer is looking to stand up but Monroe isn't so interested in that idea.
Monroe working some strikes from top position.#T4#
Monroe with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Monroe is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Monroe lands a couple of elbows.
Monroe landing some decent shots from guard. #ROC#
Palmer is rocked!#SUB#
Monroe has gone for a leg lock! Palmer slips out almost immediately though and dives into Monroe's guard.#REVB#
Palmer is still in real trouble! Can Monroe finish him?
Monroe is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Palmer seems to have recovered his senses.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Palmer is trying to stand up here but Monroe is controlling him well.
Monroe missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Arnold Palmer will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2##TD#
Monroe closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Palmer quickly recovers to half guard.
Palmer pushes Monroe off looking to stand but Monroe dives back in and keeps control.
Monroe sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Palmer defending well though.
Monroe thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Palmer tries to kick Monroe off but Monroe keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Monroe 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.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
Monroe thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Palmer's head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Monroe looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Palmer with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Monroe winds up and cracks Palmer with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Monroe trying to control the action but Palmer is working from the bottom.
Monroe prevents Palmer from standing back up. #T1#
Monroe trying to control the action but Palmer is working from the bottom.
Monroe sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Palmer defending well though.
Ricky Monroe overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Monroe passes to full mount!
Monroe is landing with some decent strikes but Palmer is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Monroe connects with a bit shot that sees Palmer covering up! More strikes from Monroe and the referee jumps in to stop the fight! Monroe is our winner by TKO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ricky Monroe!
Ricky Monroe retains his featherweight title!
Ricky Monroe seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: KAMIKAZE 20: Big Bombs!
Date: May 21, 2017

#R1#
Wagdy takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Wagdy looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#TD#
Wagdy gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Monroe to score an easy takedown into full guard.#SUB2#
Wagdy is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Monroe defends well.
Monroe trying to control the position from guard on top but Wagdy is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Monroe stopping the sweep attempt from Wagdy.
Monroe postures up and lands a big shot to Wagdy's brow.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Wagdy can do anything to dispel that myth.
Monroe postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Wagdy is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Monroe 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.
Monroe postures up and lands a big shot to Wagdy's brow.
Monroe lands a couple of digs.#T1#
Monroe won't allow Wagdy to sweep him here. #SUB2#
Wagdy is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Monroe is in close to Wagdy's body, working some short punches and elbows.#SUB2#
Wagdy working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Monroe doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Monroe manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Monroe lands a couple of digs.
Monroe working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #ROC#
Wagdy is rocked!
Monroe arches his back and unloads with a massive left and a right! Wagdy's eyes roll back into his head, he's out cold! The ref dives in to stop the fight - wow, they were hard shots!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Ricky Monroe!
Ricky Monroe is the new featherweight champion!
An out of breath Ricky Monroe thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: KAMIKAZE 17: Bloody Night
Date: May 12, 2017

#R1#
Monroe shoots in for a takedown but Alexander shows good takedown defense.
Monroe throws an off balance right hand
and Alexander counters with a stiff right hand.
Monroe throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Alexander counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Monroe shoots in for a double leg but Alexander sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.#CL#
Alexander has Monroe up against the cage in a clinch.
Monroe being controlled against the cage.#TD2#
Monroe successfully pulls guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Alexander chips away with some ground and pound.
Alexander 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. #SUB2#
Monroe has his foot on Alexander's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Alexander works his way back into a safe position though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Alexander would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
Alexander 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.#SUB2#
Alexander avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Alexander trying to control the position from guard on top but Monroe is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Alexander is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Monroe being controlled here, momentarily.
Alexander is looking to stand up but Monroe won't let him. #SUB2#
Monroe looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #SUB2#
Monroe is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Alexander has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Alexander postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.#SUB2#
Monroe is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Alexander is aware though and is defending well.#SUB2#
Monroe working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Alexander doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Alexander manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T2#
Alexander scoring with some ground and pound.
Alexander wanted to stand there but Monroe had control of the position.
Monroe is trying to control the position but Alexander postures up.
Monroe keeping moving, preventing Alexander from controlling successfully.
Alexander postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.#SUB2#
Monroe is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB2#
Monroe has managed to work for a loose triangle. I think Alexander should be able to defend this one pretty easily though. Oh, Monroe has tightened it up now! Alexander should have reacted faster there - he's in big trouble and yes, he's tapped out! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Ricky Monroe!
After winning the bout, Ricky Monroe thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: USFC 153
Date: Apr 29, 2017

#R1#
Pinaglabanan shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. #TD#
Pinaglabanan drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Pinaglabanan taking a breather here.
Monroe is looking to regain half guard here but Pinaglabanan keeps moving and retains side control.
Monroe on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
We've been hearing good reports from Pinaglabanan'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.
Pinaglabanan scores with a couple of short elbows.
Pinaglabanan working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Pinaglabanan scores with punches from side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Monroe tries to buck Pinaglabanan off but Pinaglabanan is having none of it.
Pinaglabanan scoring with punches and elbows.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Pinaglabanan trying to control the action but Monroe is working from the bottom.
Monroe tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Pinaglabanan wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T1#
Pinaglabanan taking a breather here.
Monroe on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Monroe throwing some weak shots from the bottom that do no damage.
Pinaglabanan connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Monroe some visible discomfort.
Monroe regains half guard there - taking advantage of Pinaglabanan's attempt to lay and pray for a moment.
Monroe wants to get back to his feet.
Monroe makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Monroe.#T2#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Monroe utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Pinaglabanan got a little sloppy there for a moment and Monroe has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Pinaglabanan has managed to get both his arms back between Monroe's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Monroe is looking for a triangle but Pinaglabanan pushes his legs off easily.
Pinaglabanan cracks Monroe with a solid left hand.
Pinaglabanan is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Monroe is on top in guard. #REVB#
Pinaglabanan trying to keep a closed guard but Monroe is proving a slippery customer.
Monroe lands a couple of elbows.#T3#
Pinaglabanan looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Pinaglabanan is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Monroe content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Pinaglabanan utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Monroe being controlled here momentarily.
Monroe is looking to work some ground and pound but Pinaglabanan has wrist control.
Pinaglabanan is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Pinaglabanan trying to keep a closed guard but Monroe is proving a slippery customer. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Pinaglabanan pulls Monroe in close to his closed guard and prevents Monroe from doing any damage or advancing position.
Pinaglabanan looking to hit a scissor sweep but Monroe is one step ahead there.
Monroe postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Monroe cracks Pinaglabanan with a solid left hand.
Pinaglabanan is trying to keep Monroe in close.
Monroe throwing strikes but missing.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Monroe throws a big right hand that misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

John Pinaglabanan dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2##TD2#
Monroe scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Pinaglabanan is trying to control Monroe's posture but Monroe avoids it.
Monroe landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Pinaglabanan is trying to control Monroe's posture but Monroe avoids it.
Pinaglabanan is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Monroe creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Pinaglabanan sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Pinaglabanan is trying to get back to half guard.
Monroe working the ground and pound but Pinaglabanan is defending the strikes.
Pinaglabanan can't do much from the bottom here. #T1#
Monroe throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Monroe working the ground and pound from side control.
Pinaglabanan tries to buck Monroe off but Monroe is having none of it.
Monroe tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
Pinaglabanan avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Monroe.
Pinaglabanan manages to work his way to half guard, despite Monroe's best efforts.
Pinaglabanan wants to control but Monroe is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Monroe sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Pinaglabanan defending well though.
Monroe throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Monroe is looking to take a break and control but Pinaglabanan is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Ricky Monroe has got the better of the ground game so far.
Pinaglabanan is positioning himself well to prevent Monroe advancing to mount. #T2#
Monroe landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Pinaglabanan keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Pinaglabanan is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Monroe throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Monroe scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Monroe throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Pinaglabanan keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Pinaglabanan makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Pinaglabanan.
Pinaglabanan utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Monroe loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #T3#
Monroe missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Pinaglabanan is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Monroe throwing strikes from guard but Pinaglabanan blocks nicely.
Pinaglabanan is pulling down on Monroe's head. It's preventing any offense from Monroe, at least for the moment.
Monroe cracks Pinaglabanan with a solid left hand.
Monroe preventing the sweep.
Pinaglabanan controlling the position.
Monroe throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Pinaglabanan pulls Monroe in close to prevent any damage.
Pinaglabanan trying to control the position. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Pinaglabanan is really struggling to control Monroe but he's trying to hold on to the position.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#TD2#
Monroe closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Monroe lands in his opponent's guard.
Monroe being controlled here momentarily.
Monroe keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Pinaglabanan's head.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Monroe throws a big right hand that misses.
Pinaglabanan pulls Monroe in close to prevent any damage.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Monroe accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ricky Monroe showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Pinaglabanan ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Monroe shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Pinaglabanan pinned against the cage. Pinaglabanan gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Pinaglabanan half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Monroe takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Pinaglabanan looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Monroe is fending him off so far but Pinaglabanan persists. Nope, Monroe circles away and we're back to standing.#TD#
Pinaglabanan shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Monroe has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Pinaglabanan looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Monroe with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pinaglabanan passes the guard and advances to mount!
Monroe manages to regain half guard. Good work. #T1##SUB2#
Monroe looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Monroe looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Monroe manages to get to full guard.
Pinaglabanan chips away with some ground and pound.
Pinaglabanan stands up over Monroe, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. #SUB2#
Monroe is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! Pinaglabanan has his hands clasped together but Monroe extends and breaks Pinaglabanan's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by Monroe.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Ricky Monroe!
A relieved looking Ricky Monroe 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: USFC 146
Date: Mar 31, 2017

#R1#
Monroe takes one on the button.
Monroe throws a looping overhand right but Longworth ducks down to avoid it.
Monroe defending well as Longworth loads up on a big left hand.
Longworth takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Monroe fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Longworth on the side of the head.
Monroe throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Longworth stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Monroe throws a hook to the side of Longworth's head but Longworth sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Longworth fails with the takedown.
Jab, jab by Longworth - just one landing.
Longworth throws a body shot but no joy.
Monroe lands a lovely overhand right.
Monroe throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Monroe sets himself, and Longworth steps forward looking for the clinch! Monroe avoids it this time.#TD2#
Longworth fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Monroe sprawls well initially but Longworth persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Monroe is looking to improve his position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Longworth lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Monroe works his way to full guard. Good work.
Longworth wants to pass the guard but Monroe is keeping the position.#T1#
Monroe tries to strike from the bottom.
Monroe wants to sweep but no luck.
Monroe is working hard here to advance position.
Monroe wants to improve his position but instead Longworth has moved into half guard. #SUB2#
Longworth is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Monroe is trying to maintain the position but Longworth is very close to passing his half guard.
Monroe slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Monroe tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Monroe not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Monroe wants to improve his position but instead Longworth has moved into half guard.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Longworth lands a nice short elbow.
Longworth seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Monroe does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Monroe moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Longworth postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Longworth looking to sit in guard and control but Monroe gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Monroe wants to pass the guard but Longworth is keeping the position.
Longworth looking for a sweep. Not yet Longworth, not yet. #T3##SUB2#
Longworth is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Monroe is aware though and is defending well.
Monroe landing some decent shots from guard.
Monroe postures up and lands a big shot to Longworth's brow.
Longworth trying to control the position.
Monroe lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Monroe working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Longworth's head.
Monroe with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Monroe is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Longworth keeping moving, preventing Monroe from controlling successfully.
Longworth is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Monroe lands a couple of elbows.#T4#
Monroe lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Monroe scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Monroe stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Longworth swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Longworth working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Monroe.
Longworth looking to hit a scissor sweep but Monroe is one step ahead there.
Monroe scoring with some ground and pound.
Monroe slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Monroe scores with punches from side control.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Longworth manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Monroe tries to get to full guard but Longworth has control of the leg.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ricky Monroe 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#
Nice defenses there by Monroe.
Monroe uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Longworth.
Longworth throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Monroe sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Longworth uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Monroe.
Monroe scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Monroe lands a slapping body shot.
Longworth throws out a leg kick but Monroe moves out of range and Longworth only half commits.
Longworth misses with a low kick.
Vinnie Longworth seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A cross from Monroe lands.
Longworth on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Longworth misses with a two punch combination.
Monroe misses with a looping left.
Monroe fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Longworth has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Monroe tries to close the distance and clinch up but Longworth swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Ricky Monroe is winning the standup battle so far.
Monroe misses with an uppercut. Longworth saw that one coming.
Longworth jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Monroe is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Longworth can do to turn this around?
Longworth will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Longworth lands with a nice body punch. #T1#
Longworth avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Longworth attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Longworth attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Sloppy strikes from Longworth. Those never looked like landing.
Monroe tries to counter by clinching up but Longworth breaks away and moves out of range.
Longworth cracks Monroe with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Longworth throws a sloppy head kick
and Monroe counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Monroe defending well as Longworth loads up on a big left hand.
Longworth defending well as Monroe loads up on a big left hand.
Monroe lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Longworth at a distance.
Longworth cracks Monroe with an open hand slap.
Longworth takes one to the side of the head.
Longworth ducks under a wild hook from Monroe.
Longworth connects with a nice looking jab.
Longworth keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Monroe just misses with a punch 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!
Monroe scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Longworth doesn't seem bothered though.
Monroe misses with an uppercut.
It seemed like Longworth was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T2#
Longworth connects with a good right hand that stumbles Monroe. Monroe circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Monroe thows a left - swing and a miss!
Monroe walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Longworth checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Longworth throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Monroe was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Monroe slips under a jab.
Monroe lands a right hook to the body.
Longworth bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Monroe throws a hook but Longworth blocks it.
A head kick by Longworth misses
and Monroe counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Longworth moves forwards but Monroe connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Longworth uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Both fighters circling a little - Longworth finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Longworth throws a leg kick that is checked
and Monroe cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Monroe tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Longworth was well out of range. Poor timing from Monroe.
Monroe moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromLongworth.
Monroe avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Longworth takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Longworth goes for a double leg but Monroe avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Monroe continues to drive forward.
Monroe swinging wildly here. #T3#
Longworth moves away from the strike by Monroe. #TD2#
Monroe gets caught flat footed, as Longworth shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Monroe seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Longworth postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Monroe looking for a sweep. Not yet Monroe, not yet.
Longworth advances to half guard.
Monroe is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2#
Longworth is working for a kimura but Monroe is defending it quite comfortably.
Longworth missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #T4#
Longworth is just content to waste time from the top position. Monroe takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Longworth trying to control the position from guard on top but Monroe is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Monroe doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.
Monroe tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Longworth landing with the ground and pound.
Longworth working some strikes from top position.
Longworth postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Monroe looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Monroe lands an upkick as Longworth stands over him.
Longworth slips nicely into half guard, despite the strikes coming from Monroe.
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 Ricky Monroe will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Longworth steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Monroe.
Longworth scores with a jab to the head.
Monroe scores with a nice strike.
Longworth throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Monroe counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Monroe fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Longworth fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Monroe looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Monroe with a jab.
Longworth on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.#TD2#
Longworth gets a takedown into half guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Monroe makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Monroe.
Longworth wants to control from the top but Monroe keeps moving.
Longworth with a flurry of punches that miss. #T1#
Longworth is working Monroe over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Longworth stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Monroe swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Monroe thows some rabbit punches from the bottom but they don't do any damage.
Monroe wants to control but Longworth passes easily into half guard.
Monroe is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Vinnie Longworth has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Longworth has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#T2#
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Longworth in particular looking to stall.
Longworth prevents Monroe from improving his position.#SUB2#
Longworth 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. #T3#
Monroe blocking the ground and pound attempt from Longworth.
Monroe gets full guard.
Monroe wants to improve his position but instead Longworth has moved into half guard.
Monroe is trying to get back to full guard.
Longworth scoring with strikes to the body and head. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB2#
Longworth is working for a kimura here but Monroe manages to reverse the position and he's now in Longworth's guard.
Longworth looking for a sweep. Not yet Longworth, not yet. #SUB2#
Longworth is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! Monroe has his hands clasped together but Longworth extends and breaks Monroe's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by Longworth.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:34 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Vinnie Longworth!
A very excited looking Vinnie Longworth 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: USFC 140
Date: Feb 26, 2017

#R1#
Monroe smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Tipton throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Monroe misses with a wild combination.
Tipton tries a low kick but Monroe avoids it.
Tipton tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Monroe was well out of range. Poor timing from Tipton.
Monroe misses with a hook. Tipton ducked under it nicely.
Donk. Tipton catches Monroe right on the button with a cross.
Monroe lands a lovely overhand right.
Monroe stuffs the takedown attempt from Tipton. Tipton gets slowly back to his feet.
Tipton takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Ricky Monroe seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tipton goes for a double leg but Monroe avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Monroe continues to drive forward.
Tipton takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Nice shot lands for Monroe.#CUT#
It looks like Byron Tipton has been cut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tipton moves out of range as Monroe strikes.#T1#
Monroe missing with a left hand there. Tipton was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Tipton takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure. #ROC#
Tipton is rocked!
Monroe comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Tipton throws a body punch but Monroe moves out of range.
Monroe lands a head shot.
Tipton is still on wobbly legs! Can Monroe finish him?#TD2#
Tipton shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Tipton seems to have recovered his senses.
Tipton is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Tipton is looking to advance position but Monroe won't allow it.
Tipton has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Monroe trying to get back to full guard but Tipton takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount!
Tipton trying to control but Monroe is having none of it. #T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Monroe bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!#SUB2#
Monroe got a little sloppy there for a moment and Tipton has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Monroe has managed to get both his arms back between Tipton's legs - danger averted.
Tipton is trying to control the position but Monroe postures up.
Monroe scoring with punches to the head and body.
Monroe lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Monroe has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Tipton wants to hit a switch here but Monroe passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Tipton there!
Monroe scores with a couple of good head shots there. #T3#
Tipton is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Monroe landing shots from mount.
Monroe postures up and throws a couple of big shots that have Tipton in real trouble here! The ref calls for Tipton to improve his position which he doesn't do, so the referee has no choice but to end the fight due to the strikes!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:29 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ricky Monroe!
A relieved looking Ricky Monroe 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: USFC 133
Date: Jan 21, 2017

#R1#
Monroe swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Ricky Monroe seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD2#
Monroe shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Freire avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Monroe.
Monroe looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Freire has hold of Monroe's hands but Monroe slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Monroe is nestled in close to Freire, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Freire taking some punishment here, with Monroe in his half guard.
Monroe landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Monroe is nestled in close to Freire, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Monroe looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Freire is looking to improve his position.
Freire's coaches at Rain's 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.
Monroe is nestled in close to Freire, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Freire tries to get to full guard but Monroe has control of the leg. #T1#
Monroe working the head and body with strikes.
Monroe seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. #SUB#
Freire is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Monroe pulls his head out easily.
Monroe looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Freire has hold of Monroe's hands but Monroe slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Freire manages to get to full guard.
Monroe trying to control but Freire is working from the bottom.
Monroe working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Freire's head.
Monroe trying to control but Freire is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Freire looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #T2#
Monroe trying to control but Freire is working from the bottom.
Monroe keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Freire's head.
Freire controls Monroe momentarily but Monroe frees himself.
Monroe connects with a couple of short punches.
Monroe lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Monroe scoring with punches to the head and body.
Freire is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Monroe has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Monroe landing with the ground and pound.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Monroe lands a couple of digs.#T3#
Monroe keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Freire's head.
Monroe with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Monroe is in close to Freire's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Monroe scoring with some ground and pound.
Monroe distracts Freire with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Freire working a defensive guard here. #SUB#
Freire throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Monroe stopping the sweep attempt from Freire.
Freire lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Freire looking to pass the guard.
Monroe utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #T4#
Monroe 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.
Monroe is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Freire pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Monroe is keeping the position for now.
Freire forces his way into half guard.#SUB#
Freire is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Monroe doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Freire.
Monroe gets full guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ricky Monroe 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#
Monroe misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Freire.
Freire is looking to counter punch.
Freire moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Monroe jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Freire takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Monroe throws a hook but Freire avoids it easily.
Monroe tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Freire was well out of range. Poor timing from Monroe.
Freire feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Freire fails with an attempt to clinch.
Freire throws a big shot that misses.
Monroe is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Monroe scores with a hook to the body. Freire takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Monroe throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Freire tries to clinch but Monroe moves away
and Monroe counters with a left to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Monroe scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut! #CUT2#
It looks like Patricio Freire has been cut.
Freire moves out of range of the strikes.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Monroe scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Freire shoots in but no luck this time.
Monroe swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Freire misses with a left hand
and Monroe counters with a nice low kick that buckles Freire's knee momentarily.#T1#
Freire walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
A swing and a miss from Monroe.
Nice defenses there by Monroe.
Monroe dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Freire misses the shot to the body.
Freire uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Monroe.
Freire seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
A shot to the body from Monroe misses
and Monroe takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Freire scores with a body shot.
Freire avoids the body shot from Monroe.
Ricky Monroe seems to be getting the better of the standup.
A big left from Monroe misses.
Monroe lands a nice hook to Freire's body. Freire takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Monroe punishes Freire's body with a nice straight punch.
Monroe's corner calls for a 1-2. Monroe obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Freire shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Monroe defends it nicely.#T2#
Monroe throws a body punch but Freire moves out of range.
Freire is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Monroe has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Freire.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Patricio Freire. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Monroe throws a right and a left that Freire avoids nicely.
Monroe lands a nice looking body shot.
Monroe misses with a body shot.
Monroe lands a lovely overhand right.
Freire throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Monroe's waist but Monroe gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Freire off to one side.
Freire jabs at Monroe's body.
Monroe stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Monroe throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Freire is looking to counter punch.#CL#
Freire moves into the clinch successfully.
Freire tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Monroe smiles and moves away. #T3#
Monroe swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Freire moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Freire ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Monroe moves away.
Freire takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Monroe misses with a hook.
Freire misses with an uppercut. Monroe saw that one coming.
Freire shoots in for a double leg but Monroe sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Monroe slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Monroe jabs at Freire's body.
Monroe dips to his left and cracks Freire with an uppercut!
Monroe uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Freire.
A jab from Monroe misses.
Freire feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Monroe lands with a nice body punch.
Monroe lands with a good body shot.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Monroe cracks Freire with a good jab.#T4#
Monroe ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Freire moves away.
A looping hook to the body misses from Monroe. Freire does a little dance to reset his feet.
Freire swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Freire looks for a takedown but Monroe sprawls well.
Monroe loads up on a big right hand but Freire slips the punch.
Freire takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Monroe cracks Freire with an open hand slap.
Monroe tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Freire was well out of range. Poor timing from Monroe.
Monroe throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Monroe lands a jab to the nose.#TD2#
Monroe scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Monroe lands strikes from half guard.
Freire moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Monroe lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ricky Monroe showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Patricio Freire'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#
Freire throws a body punch but Monroe moves out of range.
Freire throws a big shot that misses.
Monroe looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Monroe thows a left - swing and a miss!
Freire cracks Monroe with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Monroe throws a hook but Freire blocks it.
Monroe connects with the punch.
Monroe misses with a hook. Freire ducked under it nicely.
Freire swings for the body but Monroe moves out of range.
A lazy left from Monroe finds it's target.
Monroe misses with a two punch combination.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Freire tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Monroe swivels and escapes.
Freire throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Monroe counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Monroe lands with a good body shot.
Freire throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Freire tries to move into range but Monroe moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.#T1#
Freire misses with a left hand
and Monroe counters with a nice uppercut.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Freire, as that shot connected. #TD2#
Monroe feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.#SUB#
Freire looking for a guillotine here but Monroe defends easily.
Freire keeping moving, preventing Monroe from controlling successfully.
Freire wants to sweep here but Monroe controlling him for the moment.
Freire is working hard here to advance position.
Freire keeping moving, preventing Monroe from controlling successfully.
Monroe landing with the ground and pound. #T2#
Monroe working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Freire's head.
Monroe stands up over Freire, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Freire is on top in guard. #REVR#
Freire stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Monroe swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Monroe escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Freire gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Monroe tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Freire trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T3#
Monroe lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB##SUB#
Monroe got a little sloppy there for a moment and Freire has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Monroe has managed to get both his arms back between Freire's legs - danger averted.
Monroe wants to control from the top but Freire keeps moving.
Monroe postures up and lands a big shot to Freire's brow.
Monroe won't allow Freire to sweep him here. #SUB#
Freire has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Monroe can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Monroe lands a couple of elbows.#SUB#
Freire escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Monroe gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T4#
Monroe trying to control but Freire is working from the bottom.
Monroe connects with a couple of short punches.
Freire manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Monroe manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Monroe trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage.
Freire looking to pass the guard.
Patricio Freire has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Freire accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Monroe throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
Ricky Monroe has got the better of the ground game so far.
Monroe seems keen to control Freire's posture.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Monroe wants to sweep here but Freire controlling him for the moment.

And that's the end of the fight!
Ricky Monroe comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Monroe 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 Anthony Taglia scores the fight 27:30
Judge John Roberts scores the fight 27:30
Judge Columbo Gatti scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ricky Monroe!
A very excited looking Ricky Monroe 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.
Patricio Freire was interviewed post fight and said 'This is the last time you will see me. I feel like I'm getting too old for the sport and most people have better skills than me, I've lost all desire to compete, best of luck to Ricky and his managera and everyone in tycoon world!'.

Event: CFC 405
Date: Nov 04, 2016

#R1#
Grunwaldzki misses with a straight left.
Grunwaldzki throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Monroe stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.#CL2#
Grunwaldzki closes the distance and clinches.
Monroe tries to work over Grunwaldzki's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Monroe pushes Grunwaldzki back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Monroe jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Grunwaldzki walks away with a smile on his face. Monroe gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Grunwaldzki throws an overhand right that lands on Monroe's shoulder, as Monroe tries to avoid the shot.
Monroe keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Grunwaldzki.
Monroe jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Monroe misses with a shot to the body
and Grunwaldzki counters with a straight right hand.
Monroe misses with a double jab.
Grunwaldzki cracks Monroe with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Grunwaldzki displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Monroe throws out the jab.
Grunwaldzki keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Grunwaldzki lands with a cross. #T1#
Monroe fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Grunwaldzki looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Monroe throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Monroe misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Grunwaldzki.
As Monroe backs off Grunwaldzki throws a huge counter combo but Monroe manages to avoid it all.
Monroe takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Monroe swings widly with a right hand
enabling Grunwaldzki to counter with a crisp jab.
A looping hook to the body misses from Monroe. Grunwaldzki does a little dance to reset his feet.
Monroe ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Grunwaldzki moves away.
Ricky Monroe seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Grunwaldzki avoids the body shot from Monroe.
Grunwaldzki is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Grunwaldzki moves out of range as Monroe strikes.
Artur Grunwaldzki is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Grunwaldzki defending well as Monroe loads up on a big left hand.
Grunwaldzki looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Grunwaldzki gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Monroe.
Grunwaldzki tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Monroe swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Grunwaldzki.#T2#
Monroe displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Grunwaldzki slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Grunwaldzki lands a jab to the head.
Monroe misses with a body punch
and Monroe takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Grunwaldzki uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Monroe.
Monroe misses the shot to the body.
Grunwaldzki might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Monroe scores with a body shot.
Monroe throws an overhand right that lands on Grunwaldzki's shoulder, as Grunwaldzki tries to avoid the shot.
Monroe misses with a lunging right hand
enabling Grunwaldzki to counter with a crisp jab.
Monroe throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Grunwaldzki slips under a jab from Monroe.
Monroe fails miserably with a takedown attempt.#T3#
Grunwaldzki lands with a cross.
Monroe throws a hook to the side of Grunwaldzki's head but Grunwaldzki sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Monroe misses with a jab, cross combination. #TD#
Monroe throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Grunwaldzki tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Monroe is in Grunwaldzki's guard.
Monroe trying to control but Grunwaldzki is working from the bottom.
Grunwaldzki 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.
Grunwaldzki controlling the position.
Monroe with a flurry of punches that miss.
Monroe with a flurry of punches that miss.
Grunwaldzki tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Grunwaldzki controlling Monroe's posture. #T4#
Monroe with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Grunwaldzki is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Monroe cracks Grunwaldzki with a solid left hand.
Monroe throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Monroe distracts Grunwaldzki with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Monroe throwing strikes from guard but Grunwaldzki blocks nicely.
Grunwaldzki is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Monroe stopping the sweep attempt from Grunwaldzki.
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 Ricky Monroe will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2##CL2#
Grunwaldzki closes the distance and clinches.#TD#
Monroe pulls Grunwaldzki into guard.
Monroe is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Monroe is working hard here to advance position.#SU2#
Grunwaldzki stands and steps away. Monroe gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Grunwaldzki lands a nice looking body shot.
Monroe misses with a wild body shot.
Monroe throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A looping hook to the body misses from Monroe. Grunwaldzki does a little dance to reset his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Grunwaldzki uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Monroe.
No joy there for Monroe, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Monroe tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Grunwaldzki was well out of range. Poor timing from Monroe.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Grunwaldzki misses with a looping left.
An attempted straight right counter from Monroe misses the target.#T1#
Monroe missing with a left hand there. Grunwaldzki was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Jab by Grunwaldzki.
Grunwaldzki ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Monroe tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Grunwaldzki defends well and Monroe ends up having to push Grunwaldzki into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
It seemed like Grunwaldzki was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
A telegraphed right hand from Monroe misses the target.
Monroe lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Monroe throws a right hand that misses
and Grunwaldzki counters with a nice uppercut.
Grunwaldzki connects with a looping right hand.
Monroe scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Monroe throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Monroe fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Grunwaldzki manages to avoid it.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Grunwaldzki! But no joy.
Monroe shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Monroe takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T2#
Grunwaldzki avoids a punch combination nicely.
Grunwaldzki scores with the left hand. Monroe knows he should have avoided that one.
Monroe moves out of range as Grunwaldzki throws a body kick.
Monroe misses with a body shot
and Grunwaldzki counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Grunwaldzki ducks under a wild hook from Monroe.
Grunwaldzki throws the left hand but Monroe avoids the punch easily.
Monroe misses with a body shot.
Monroe takes one to the chin there.
Monroe uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Grunwaldzki.
Grunwaldzki throws a hook but Monroe blocks it.
Monroe throws a body punch but Grunwaldzki moves out of range. #T3#
Grunwaldzki misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Monroe misses with a combination
and Grunwaldzki counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Monroe digs a good body shot into Grunwaldzki's ribs.
Grunwaldzki looks to throw the jab but Monroe is out of range.
Grunwaldzki stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Grunwaldzki wants it to stay on the feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ricky Monroe. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Monroe tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Grunwaldzki was well out of range. Poor timing from Monroe.
Grunwaldzki looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Artur Grunwaldzki seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Grunwaldzki throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Monroe throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Monroe swings away with a body shot that misses
and Grunwaldzki counters with a nice uppercut.
Monroe misses with a body shot.
Grunwaldzki lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook. #T4#
Monroe takes a jab right on the kisser.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Monroe fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Grunwaldzki is looking for the big counter here.
Grunwaldzki throws a jab when Monroe was well out of range.
Grunwaldzki gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Good exchange - Grunwaldzki coming out on top.
Grunwaldzki scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.#ROC2#
Monroe is rocked!
Monroe throws a body punch but Grunwaldzki moves out of range.
Oh Monroe is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Monroe misses the body punch
and Grunwaldzki counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Grunwaldzki jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Grunwaldzki connects with the punch.
Monroe looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Monroe with a hook.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Artur Grunwaldzki showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Grunwaldzki moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Monroe seems to have got his legs back now.
Monroe swings for the body but Grunwaldzki moves out of range.
Grunwaldzki looks to land a combination but Monroe avoids it well.
Monroe has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Monroe there as he acknowledges the shot.
Monroe throws an off balance right hand
and Grunwaldzki cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Monroe lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Grunwaldzki at a distance.
Grunwaldzki avoids the body shot from Monroe.
Monroe tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Grunwaldzki was well out of range. Poor timing from Monroe.
Monroe throws a sloppy body shot
and Grunwaldzki counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Monroe misses with a body shot
and Grunwaldzki connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Grunwaldzki is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Monroe bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Monroe scores with the left hand. Grunwaldzki knows he should have avoided that one. #T1#
Monroe has a takedown stuffed.
Monroe misses with a body shot
and Grunwaldzki counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Grunwaldzki slips a jab from Monroe.
Grunwaldzki lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Monroe misses with a looping left.
Monroe fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Monroe is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Monroe tries to clinch up.
It seemed like Grunwaldzki was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
The crowd cheers as Monroe lands an impressive looking overhand right. Grunwaldzki doesn't seem phased though.#T2#
Monroe connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Grunwaldzki's hands.
Monroe misses with a wild body shot.
Monroe moves away from the strike by Grunwaldzki.
Monroe takes a swing at Grunwaldzki's ribcage but misses.
Grunwaldzki uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Monroe.
Grunwaldzki swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Monroe.
Horrible takedown attempt by Monroe or perhaps it was just good defense by Grunwaldzki, which made it look bad.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ricky Monroe. That's going to take a lot out of him.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Monroe shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Grunwaldzki defends it nicely.
Grunwaldzki missing with a left hand there. Monroe was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Monroe is looking to counter punch.#T3#
Grunwaldzki moves away from the strike by Monroe.
Grunwaldzki throws out a loose jab but Monroe uses good head movement to avoid it.
Monroe is looking to wear down Grunwaldzki with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Grunwaldzki is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Monroe throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Grunwaldzki's waist but Grunwaldzki gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Monroe off to one side.
Monroe throws a lazy right hand but Grunwaldzki sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Monroe misses with a hook.
Grunwaldzki looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Grunwaldzki scores with a nice strike.
Grunwaldzki goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Monroe swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Grunwaldzki counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Monroe throws a shot from downtown. Grunwaldzki moves away and avoids it.
Grunwaldzki bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Grunwaldzki fails to land with a series of punches.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Monroe misses the jab.#T4#
Grunwaldzki takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Grunwaldzki staying out of range there.
Grunwaldzki looks to land a combination but Monroe avoids it well.
Monroe takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Monroe fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Grunwaldzki manages to avoid it.
Monroe throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Monroe takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Grunwaldzki steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Monroe.
Monroe throws a right hand that misses
enabling Grunwaldzki to counter with a crisp jab.
Monroe throws a sloppy body shot
and Grunwaldzki counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Monroe sizes up Grunwaldzki with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.

And that's the end of the fight!
Artur Grunwaldzki comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Grunwaldzki 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 Gregory Folan scores the fight 28:29
Judge Elvis Blanc scores the fight 28:29
Judge Yves DeLean scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Artur Grunwaldzki!
A very excited looking Artur Grunwaldzki 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: CFC 399
Date: Oct 14, 2016

#R1#
Monroe loads up on a big right hand but Koski slips the punch.
Koski swings for the body but Monroe moves out of range.
Otso Koski seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Koski rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Monroe moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Koski thuds his right hand into Monroe's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Koski cracks Monroe with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Koski misses with a hook. Monroe ducked under it nicely.
Monroe scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Koski doesn't seem bothered though.
Koski fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Monroe on the side of the head.
Koski staying out of range there.
Koski avoids the body shot from Monroe.
Monroe swings away with a body shot that misses
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Monroe ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Koski moves away.
Koski connects with a body shot that sends Monroe's belly button to the back.
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!
Koski stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Koski scores with a body shot.
Koski uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Monroe.
That kick from Koski tenderised Monroe's leg. Monroe is trying to keep his angry face on.
Koski connects with a leg kick. Monroe looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Monroe 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.#T1#
Monroe looks to land a right hand but Koski moved out of range.
Nice body punch from Monroe.
A slow jab from Monroe misses its intended target.
Monroe ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
A telegraphed right hand from Monroe misses the target.
Koski is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Monroe.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Koski.
Monroe clobbers Koski with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Koski 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 Monroe has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Monroe and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Koski lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Koski uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Monroe.
Monroe wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
A jab lands there for Monroe.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Monroe throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Monroe with a hook.
Monroe keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #T2#
Nice uppercut there from Koski.
Koski throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Monroe sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Koski throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Monroe sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Koski avoids the body shot from Monroe.
Koski with a jab.
Monroe moves away from the strike by Koski.
Koski misses with a low kick as Monroe jumps back.
Monroe ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Koski moves away.
Monroe misses with an uppercut. Koski saw that one coming.
Koski uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Monroe.
Koski attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Monroe is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Koski rather than just go for the knockout.
A jab from Koski misses.
Good work by Monroe as he checks the leg kick.
Koski thows a left - swing and a miss!
Monroe tries to bum rush Koski with a series of wild strikes but Koski uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Koski slips under a jab.
Koski swings and misses with a hook to the body. #T3#
Nice defenses there by Monroe.
Monroe moves out of range of the strikes.
Koski misses with a looping left.
Koski misses with an uppercut.
Monroe checks the leg kick.
Monroe misses the shot to the body.
Koski connects with a leg kick. Monroe looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Monroe ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Monroe 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.
Koski lands with a thumping leg kick.
Koski takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Monroe misses with a few strikes there.
Koski throws a hook to the side of Monroe's head but Monroe sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Koski bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Monroe's head.
Koski throws a jab when Monroe was well out of range.
Koski ducks under a wild hook from Monroe.
Koski is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Monroe. #T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Koski throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Koski throws a poor cross that misses
and Monroe counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Koski punishes Monroe's body with a nice straight punch.
Monroe takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Koski throws an ugly left hook that misses #TD2#
and Monroe decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Koski's guard.
Monroe trying to control the position from guard on top but Koski is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Koski controls Monroe momentarily but Monroe frees himself.
Monroe throwing strikes but missing.
Koski is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Monroe is controlling him.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Koski looking to hit a scissor sweep but Monroe is one step ahead there.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Otso Koski 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#
Monroe slips a jab from Koski.
Koski tests Monroe's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Monroe looks to score with a jab to the body but Koski is just out of range.
Koski slips a jab from Monroe.
Koski is looking to counter punch.
Monroe avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Koski throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Monroe throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
A looping hook to the body misses from Monroe. Koski does a little dance to reset his feet.
Koski is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Koski uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Monroe.
Koski slips a straight right by Monroe.
Monroe swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Koski slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Monroe on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Koski tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Monroe was well out of range. Poor timing from Koski.
Monroe is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Koski with a body shot.
Koski lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Monroe at a distance.
Monroe throws the left hand but Koski avoids the punch easily.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Koski connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. #T1#
Monroe swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Monroe dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Koski avoids the body shot from Monroe.
Koski slips under a jab from Monroe.
Koski feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Monroe avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Koski feints and then cracks Monroe's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Monroe down.
Monroe throws a hook but Koski avoids it easily.
Koski punishes Monroe's body with a nice straight punch.
Koski throws a poor cross that misses
and Monroe counters with a right hand to the body.
Monroe misses with a jab to the body
and Koski counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Monroe throws out a loose jab but Koski uses good head movement to avoid it.
Koski swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Monroe.
Monroe swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Monroe throws a predictable looking body shot
and Koski counters with a head kick. That will keep Monroe thinking before he tries any more sloppy attacks!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Koski throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Monroe fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Koski manages to avoid it.#T2#
Koski uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Monroe.
Koski is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Monroe can do to turn this around?
Monroe lands with a shot to the body.
Monroe on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Koski. Koski obviously looking to wear him down.
Koski throws a lazy right hand but Monroe sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Monroe misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Koski.
Monroe throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Monroe keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Koski throws a body shot but no joy.
Koski takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Koski misses with a looping left.
Monroe uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Koski.
Koski throws a low kick but Monroe moves out of range easily.
Koski throws a looping overhand right but Monroe ducks down to avoid it.
Koski keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Monroe throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Koski ducks under a wild hook from Monroe.#T3#
Koski throws out a loose jab but Monroe uses good head movement to avoid it.
Monroe checks the leg kick nicely there.
Monroe misses with a body shot.
Monroe misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Koski.
Monroe avoids the head kick by Koski.
Monroe lands the left hand.
Koski throws a jab but it's blocked by Monroe.
Monroe pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Koski back to the cage. Monroe follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Nice cross by Koski.
Monroe takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Monroe scores with a hook.
Koski throws a jab when Monroe was well out of range.
Monroe is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
The fighters circling - Monroe throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Monroe throws a hook but Koski avoids it easily.
Monroe takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
A slapping leg kick lands for Koski. #T4#
Koski takes a swing at Monroe's ribcage but misses.
Monroe swings for the body but Koski moves out of range.
Koski thumps Monroe with a low kick.
Monroe scores with a body shot.
Koski looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Monroe throws a hook to the side of Koski's head but Koski sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Koski uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Monroe.
Koski uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Monroe.
Koski misses the jab.
Koski finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Monroe just misses with a punch to the body.
An attempted straight right counter from Koski misses the target.
Koski fails to land with a series of punches.
Monroe staying out of range there.
Monroe throws a body punch but Koski moves out of range.
Koski lands a jab to the nose.
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 Otso Koski will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. 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#
Koski misses with a straight left.
Monroe misses with an uppercut.
Monroe throws a lazy uppercut
and Monroe takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Monroe connects with a right hand. Koski shakes it off.
Koski misses with a hook.
Koski throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Koski throws a hook but Monroe avoids it easily.
Otso Koski is winning the standup battle so far.
Koski takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Koski throws a shot from downtown. Monroe moves away and avoids it.
Monroe looks to score with a jab to the body but Koski is just out of range.
Monroe just misses with a punch to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Koski misses with a looping left.
The fighters circling - Monroe throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Koski misses with a jab, cross combination.
Koski bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Monroe avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T1#
Koski looks to score with a jab to the body but Monroe is just out of range.
Koski throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Koski misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Monroe.
Monroe fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Koski misses with a wild body shot.
Monroe looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Monroe is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Koski.
Monroe checks a leg kick.
Koski waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Monroe.
Koski uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Monroe has time to react.
Koski fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Monroe is out of range.
Monroe's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Koski avoids the body shot from Monroe.
Koski buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Koski connects with a solid leg kick.
Monroe slips a jab from Koski.
Koski keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Koski swings for the body but Monroe moves out of range. #T2#
Koski misses with an uppercut.
Monroe lands with a good body shot.
Monroe thuds a left hand into Koski's body.
Koski on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Monroe misses with a body shot.
Monroe jabs Koski to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Koski missing with a left hand there. Monroe was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Koski takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
A shot to the liver by Monroe. Beautiful body shot.
Monroe misses with a wild body shot.
Monroe fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Koski misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Monroe.
Koski ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Monroe moves away.
Koski misses with a low kick as Monroe jumps back.
Monroe looks to throw the jab but Koski is out of range. #T3#
Koski with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Koski misses with an uppercut.
Monroe is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Koski cracks the inside of Monroe's front leg.
Koski scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Koski looks to score with a jab to the body but Monroe is just out of range.
Monroe fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Monroe throws a hook to the side of Koski's head but Koski sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Monroe throws a poor cross that misses
and Koski makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Koski throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Monroe staying out of range there.
Koski misses with a hook.
Monroe scores with a one two! Koski had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Koski thumps Monroe with a low kick.
Koski throws the left hand but Monroe avoids the punch easily.
Monroe moves away from the strike by Koski. #T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Koski throws a hook but Monroe blocks it.
Koski misses with a leg kick
letting Monroe counter with a right hand.
Monroe misses with a body shot.
Koski digs a good hook to Monroe's body.
Koski's Muay Thai looks sharper than normal. He has obviously been working on it in the gym.
Monroe throws a looping overhand right but Koski ducks down to avoid it.
Monroe misses with a hook.
Koski scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Monroe misses with a looping right.
A jab from Koski misses.
Otso Koski is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Monroe swings for the body but Koski moves out of range.
Monroe throws a looping overhand right but Koski ducks down to avoid it.
Koski feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Monroes jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
A lazy left from Koski finds it's target.
The fighters circling - Koski throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A shot to the liver by Monroe. Beautiful body shot.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Otso Koski.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Koski, 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 Dillan Fox scores the fight 30:27
Judge Alec Ball scores the fight 30:27
Judge William Peck scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: CFC 393
Date: Sep 17, 2016

#R1#
Futter dives in for a single leg takedown but Monroe sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Monroe jabs at Futter's body.
Monroe lands a nice hook to Futter's body. Futter takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Futter doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Monroe enables Futter to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Monroe manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Monroe tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Monroe is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Futter not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Futter won't allow Monroe to sweep him here.
Futter 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.
Monroe keeping moving, preventing Futter from controlling successfully.
Futter landing with the ground and pound.
Monroe looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T1#
Futter trying to control but Monroe is working from the bottom.
Monroe throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land.
Futter preventing the sweep.
Monroe keeping full guard, as Futter tries to pass.
Futter throwing strikes from guard but Monroe blocks nicely.
Monroe can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Futter controls the pace.
Monroe wants to sweep but no luck.
Monroe keeps trying to improve his position.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Nice defenses there by Futter.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Futter walks into a jab.
Monroe ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Futter moves away.
Monroe misses with a series of wild punches.
Futter tries to counter with a takedown but Monroe is quick to defend against it.
Monroe stuffs the takedown attempt from Futter. Futter gets slowly back to his feet.
Monroe throws a shot from downtown. Futter moves away and avoids it.
Monroe misses with a straight left.
Futter tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Monroe manages to circle out of the way.
Futter avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Futter moves away from the strike by Monroe.
Futter misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Buck Futter. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Futter scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Futter lands strikes from half guard.
Futter landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. #T3##SUB#
Futter is trying to work for a kimura but Monroe is defending well.
Monroe tries to get to full guard but Futter has control of the leg. #SUB#
Futter is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Futter working the head and body with strikes.
Futter is trying to control the action in half guard but Monroe is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Monroe has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Futter 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.
Futter not landing any meaningful shots this time. #T4#
Monroe is staying active underneath Futter, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB#
Futter maintaining the dominant position here and is working for a kimura. He's locked it up! Monroe could be in real trouble here! He's trying to wriggle out but Futter has cracked it and Monroe is screaming in pain - he's tapped out! Great finish by Futter!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:30 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Buck Futter!
Buck Futter gave a mention to Arcticus University: London in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).

Event: LEGACY! 79
Date: Aug 06, 2016

#R1#
Menethil misses with a two punch combination.
Monroe misses with a looping right.
Monroe moves away from the strike by Menethil.
Menethil misses the shot to the body.
Monroe blocks a low kick nicely.
Menethil uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Monroe.
Ricky Monroe seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A nice combination there by Monroe.
Monroe throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Monroe ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Menethil moves away.
Menethil swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Monroe throws an overhand right that lands on Menethil's shoulder, as Menethil tries to avoid the shot.
Menethil moves out of range as Monroe strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Monroe closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Menethil to the mat! Menethil manages to get full guard.
Monroe looking to pass the guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#SUB#
Menethil is looking for a triangle but Monroe pushes his legs off easily.
Monroe with a flurry of punches that miss. #T1#
Menethil is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Menethil with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Monroe wants to get back to full guard.
Monroe is concentrating on defense, preventing Menethil from advancing position.
Menethil wants to lay and pray for a moment but Monroe keeps working.
Monroe tries to get to full guard but Menethil has control of the leg. #T2#
Menethil is trying to control the action in half guard but Monroe is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Menethil with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #SUB#
Menethil is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Monroe is trying to get back to full guard.
Monroe trying to control but Menethil postures up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Monroe is looking to improve his position. #T3#
Monroe is staying active underneath Menethil, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB2#
Monroe looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Menethil is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Monroe defends it well.
Monroe trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Menethil manages to pass to mount!
Monroe bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!#SUB#
Monroe avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #T4#
Monroe cracks Menethil with a solid left hand.
Menethil seems keen to control Monroe's posture.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Monroe accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Menethil is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Menethil tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Monroe passes into half guard.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Monroe lands a nice short elbow.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Monroe is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Menethil works his way to full guard. Good work.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ricky Monroe dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Monroe throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Monroe misses with a jab, cross combination.
Menethil avoids the body shot from Monroe.
Menethil tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Monroe was well out of range. Poor timing from Menethil.
Menethil throws a wild body kick that Monroe sees coming a mile off.
Monroe is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Menethil with a body shot.
Some wild striking there from Monroe.
Menethil connects with a body shot.
Menethil stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Monroe bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Menethil's head backwards.
Monroe throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Menethil throws a body kick that misses.
Menethil takes one to the side of the head.
Menethil scores with a spinning back kick!#T1#
Menethil throws a wild body kick that Monroe sees coming a mile off.
Menethil misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Monroe.
Monroe throws a body shot but no joy.
Menethil throws a half hearted mid kick.
Menethil takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Menethil waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Monroe.
Ricky Monroe seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Monroe connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Monroe swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Menethil fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Monroe manages to avoid it.
Arthas Menethil is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Monroe steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Menethil.
Monroe misses with a jab to the body
and Menethil makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Menethil throws a nice looking combination but Monroe bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Menethil fails to land with a series of punches.
Monroe looks to land a left hand but Menethil moved out of range nicely.
Menethil jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Monroe connects with a single shot there.#T2#
A left lands for Monroe.
This has been an exciting period of action!#TD2#
Monroe shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Monroe was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Monroe scores with punches from side control.
Menethil takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Monroe creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Menethil taking punishment in the form of punches.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Menethil sneaks back into half guard.
Monroe looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Menethil is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Monroe's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Monroe's back!
Menethil doesn't have the hooks in and Monroe manages to turn into his guard. #T3#
Monroe lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Monroe wants to control from the top but Menethil keeps moving.
Menethil has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #SUB#
Menethil looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB#
Monroe avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Monroe landing with the ground and pound.
Menethil trying to keep a closed guard but Monroe is proving a slippery customer. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Monroe with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Monroe looking to pass the guard.
Menethil is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Menethil seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.#SUB#
Menethil is looking for a triangle but Monroe pushes his legs off easily.
Monroe with a flurry of punches that miss. #SUB#
Menethil working for a triangle but Monroe defends it easily.
Monroe lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ricky Monroe 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. This is the final round!
#R3#
Monroe bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Menethil's head.
Menethil misses with a wild body shot.
Monroe blocks a head kick by Menethil.
Monroe looks to score with a jab to the body but Menethil is just out of range.
A little feinted left hand from Menethil on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
A clash of legs there as Monroe blocks the low kick.
Monroe has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Menethil takes a swing at Monroe's ribcage but misses.
Menethil lands the left hand.
Decent striking displayed by Monroe there.
Menethil slips a jab from Monroe.
Monroe avoids the head kick by Menethil.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Monroe throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Menethil is looking to wear down Monroe with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Monroe misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Menethil.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Monroe crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Menethil - the referee stops the clock and Monroe gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Menethil. Monroe manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Monroe throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Menethil checks a leg kick nicely.#T1#
Monroe misses the body punch
and Menethil counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Menethil throws a quick inside leg kick.
Menethil throws a body punch but Monroe moves out of range.
Monroe looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Menethil tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Monroe was well out of range. Poor timing from Menethil.
It seemed like Monroe was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Menethil ducks under a wild hook from Monroe.
Monroe lands with a straight right. Menethil didn't see that one coming.
A slow jab from Monroe misses its intended target.
Menethil is looking to counter with a body kick.
A swing and a miss from Monroe.
A punch combination from Monroe misses.
Monroe checks a leg kick.
Menethil throws a body kick that misses.
Monroe throws a leg kick but Menethil sees it coming and moves out of range.
Menethil fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Menethil uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Monroe. #T2#
Menethil takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Some wild striking there from Monroe.
Nice defenses there by Menethil.
Menethil throws a leg kick but Monroe sees it coming and moves out of range.
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!
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Monroe 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 Menethil has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Menethil and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Monroe uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Menethil walks into a stiff left hand from Monroe.
Menethil just misses with a punch to the body.
Monroe misses the shot to the body.
Monroe scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Menethil throws a head kick but Monroe moves out of range.
Menethil scores with a body shot. #T3#
Menethil delivers a nice body kick.
Menethil tries to score with a low kick but Monroe moves his leg out of the way.
A bone on bone clash there as Monroe blocks the leg kick.
Menethil lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Menethil throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Monroe throws the left hand but Menethil avoids the punch easily.
Menethil lands with a kick to the temple. Monroe shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Menethil takes a swing at Monroe's ribcage but misses.
Menethil misses with a lunging right hand
and Monroe cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Monroe scores with a jab.
Monroe swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Monroe scores with a shot to the body.
Monroe connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Menethil throws a head kick but Monroe moves out of range.
Monroe has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.#T4#
Monroe checks a leg kick.
It seemed like Monroe was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Monroe with a hook.
Monroe throws a jab when Menethil was well out of range.
Menethil misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Monroe.
Monroe looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Monroe bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Menethil's head.
Menethil blocks a jab.
Monroe misses with a hook
and Menethil counters with a one-two to the body.
Menethil throws a body punch but Monroe moves out of range.
Menethil looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Menethil takes one on the chin but keeps coming. #TD2#
Monroe scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Monroe scoring with punches from side control.
Arthas Menethil has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Menethil can't do much from the bottom here.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Ricky Monroe.
Well Monroe 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 Ian Loll scores the fight 27:30
Judge Robert Douchet scores the fight 27:30
Judge Trevor Gratis scores the fight 27:30

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

Event: LEGACY! 74
Date: Jul 09, 2016

#R1#
Monroe scores with a hook.
Monroe misses with a looping left.
Jr darts in looking for a takedown but Monroe gets double underhooks and turns Jr into the cage.
A looping hook to the body misses from Monroe. Jr does a little dance to reset his feet.
Jr appears to be looking for a big counter.#TD#
Jr dives in and scores a takedown into Monroe's guard.
Jr throws an elbow that misses. Monroe uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Jr's guard. Nice move by Monroe!#REVB#
Jr is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Jr lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ground and pound from Jr.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SUB2#
Monroe actively working from the bottom here.
Jr takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Jr is looking to take a break and control but Monroe is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Jr wants to pass to mount but Monroe is defending the position.
Jr throwing shots but Monroe is blocking nicely. #T1##SUB2#
Monroe has hold of a guillotine but he's not going to be able to crank on it really with only half guard, so it's no trouble for Jr. Oh but Monroe has got full guard now! Oh boy! This one could be over very soon! Jr goes limp - he's gone! Monroe jumps up and celebrates with the crowd - fantastic submission finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Ricky Monroe!
A victorious Ricky Monroe thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: Highland Games 171
Date: May 05, 2016

#R1#
Monroe uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Squirrelly.
Monroe misses with a body shot.
Squirrelly throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Squirrelly throws a hook to the side of Monroe's head but Monroe sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Squirrelly looks to score with a jab to the body but Monroe is just out of range.
Squirrelly misses with a looping right.
Monroe connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Monroe tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Squirrelly was well out of range. Poor timing from Monroe.
It looked like Squirrelly wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Squirrelly scoring well with a low kick there.
A head kick misses from Monroe.
Squirrelly scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Squirrelly has been working on his boxing with his coaches at LOD: Black Label in the buildup to the fight.
Squirrelly lands a slapping body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Squirrelly tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Monroe was well out of range. Poor timing from Squirrelly.
Squirrelly keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Monroe.
Squirrelly uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Monroe.
Squirrelly throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Monroe throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Squirrelly sees it coming and avoids it easily.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Monroe walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.#T1#
Squirrelly lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Monroe tries for a takedown but Squirrelly sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Squiggy Squirrelly is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Squirrelly works Monroe's body with a nice hook.
Squirrelly uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Monroe.
Monroe just misses with a punch to the body.
Monroe scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Monroe throws a shot from downtown. Squirrelly moves away and avoids it.
Monroe thuds his right hand into Squirrelly's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Monroe takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Squirrelly is looking to wear down Monroe with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Squirrelly misses with a body shot.
Squirrelly just misses with a punch to the body.
Monroe thows a left - swing and a miss!
A good leg kick by Squirrelly.
Squirrelly throws the left hand but Monroe avoids the punch easily.
We've been informed that Monroe 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.
Squirrelly misses the shot to the body.
Squirrelly uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Monroe. #T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Monroe tries a head kick but it misses.
Squirrelly misses with a wild body shot.
Monroe tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Squirrelly was well out of range. Poor timing from Monroe.
Squirrelly throws a nice outside leg kick.
Squirrelly throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Squirrelly tries a head kick but it misses.
Monroe jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Squirrelly is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Monroe.
Monroe uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Squirrelly.
Nice defenses there by Squirrelly.
Squirrelly tried to counter with a leg kick but Monroe avoided it.
Monroe gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Monroe thows a left - swing and a miss!
Monroe pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Squirrelly moves away from the strike by Monroe.
Monroe misses with an uppercut
and Squirrelly cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Squirrelly misses with a wild body shot.
Monroe throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Squirrelly was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.#T3#
Nice cross by Squirrelly.
Monroe fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Monroe moves out of range as Squirrelly strikes.
Squirrelly swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Squirrelly takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Squirrelly takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Squirrelly scores with a jab.
Squirrelly's corner calls for a 1-2. Squirrelly obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Monroe misses with an uppercut
and Squirrelly counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Monroe is really struggling to land any decent head shots against his taller opponent.
A telegraphed right hand from Squirrelly misses the target.
Squirrelly lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Monroe at a distance.
Monroe misses with a series of wild punches.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nice uppercut there from Squirrelly.
A low kick from Squirrelly misses
and Monroe counters with a three punch combo that has Squirrelly backing up. Squirrelly nods at Monroe to acknowledge the strikes.#T4#
A nice leg kick lands there from Squirrelly.
Monroe fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Squiggy Squirrelly seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Squirrelly fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Monroe is out of range.
Squirrelly tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Monroe doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Squirrelly misses with a wild body shot.
Monroe scores with a jab to the body.
Monroe avoids the body shot from Squirrelly.
A little jabbing left from Monroe on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Monroe avoids the body shot from Squirrelly.
Squirrelly lands with a good body shot.
Monroe tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Squirrelly was well out of range. Poor timing from Monroe.
Monroe avoids the body shot from Squirrelly.
The fighters circle momentarily. Squirrelly darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Monroe has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Monroe there as he acknowledges the shot.
Squirrelly dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Monroe. That did some damage!
Monroe fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Squirrelly manages to avoid it.
A jab from Squirrelly misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Squiggy Squirrelly 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#
Squirrelly fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Monroe.
Monroe takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Squirrelly looks to score with a jab to the body but Monroe is just out of range.
Monroe misses the shot to the body. #CL2#
Monroe closes the distance and pushes Squirrelly back into the cage.#TD2#
Monroe manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back. #SU#
Squirrelly stands up from guard. Let's bang!
Monroe misses with a body shot.
Squirrelly throws a body shot but no joy.
Monroe moves out of range of the leg kick from Squirrelly.
Monroe misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Squirrelly.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Monroe takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Squirrelly misses the shot to the body.
Squirrelly uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Monroe.
Squirrelly swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Monroe counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Monroe misses with a looping right.
Monroe takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK. #T1#
Monroe keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Monroe tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Monroe thows a left - swing and a miss!
Monroe tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Monroe misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Monroe getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Squirrelly tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Monroe was well out of range. Poor timing from Squirrelly.
Squirrelly blocks a head kick by Monroe.
Squirrelly throws a head kick that misses.
Squirrelly misses with a low kick.
Squirrelly swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Monroe misses with a body shot.
Squirrelly looks to land a left hand but Monroe moved out of range nicely.
Monroe misses with a jab to the body
and Squirrelly counters with a straight right hand.
Squirrelly uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Monroe.
Squirrelly is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Monroe can do to turn this around?
Squirrelly lands a nice hook to Monroe's body. Monroe takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. #T2#
Squirrelly digs a good body shot into Monroe's ribs.
Monroe misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Squirrelly.
Squirrelly ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Squirrelly throws a good cross that connects.
Squirrelly throws the left hand but Monroe avoids the punch easily.
Monroe throws an overhand right that lands on Squirrelly's shoulder, as Squirrelly tries to avoid the shot.
Squirrelly throws a shot from downtown. Monroe moves away and avoids it.
Monroe bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Squirrelly's head.
Squirrelly lands a nice shot to the body.
Squirrelly staying out of range there.
Monroe swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Squirrelly misses with a wild body shot.
Squiggy Squirrelly is winning the standup battle so far.
Squirrelly cracks Monroe with a good jab.
Nice uppercut lands for Squirrelly. That snapped Monroe's head back.
Squirrelly throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Monroe uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Squirrelly.
Monroe swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T3#
Squirrelly jabs at Monroe's body.
Squirrelly misses with a head kick.
Squirrelly misses with a low kick.
Monroe shoots in for a takedown but Squirrelly shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Squirrelly dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Monroe tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Squirrelly tried to counter with a leg kick but Monroe avoided it.
Monroe changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Squirrelly tries to avoid it but Monroe manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Squirrelly to the ground. Squirrelly escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Monroe swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Squirrelly fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Monroe.
Monroe ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Squirrelly moves away.
Monroe fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Squirrelly manages to avoid it.
A good leg kick by Squirrelly.
Squirrelly jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Squirrelly is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Monroe fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Squirrelly looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Monroe throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Squirrelly is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.#T4#
Squirrelly lands with a cross.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Squirrelly throws a lazy uppercut
and Monroe cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Squirrelly ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Monroe moves away.
Squirrelly throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Squirrelly uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Monroe.
Monroe misses with an uppercut. Squirrelly saw that one coming.
Squirrelly throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Monroe's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Squirrelly lands a slapping body shot.
Squirrelly fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Monroe manages to avoid it.
It seemed like Monroe was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Monroe swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Monroe is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Monroe takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
A shot to the liver by Squirrelly. Beautiful body shot.
Squirrelly avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Squirrelly thows a left - swing and a miss!
Squirrelly displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Monroe throws out the jab.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Squiggy Squirrelly dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Monroe throws a body shot but no joy.
Monroe shoots in for a takedown but Squirrelly shows good takedown defense.
Squirrelly lands with a nice body punch.
Squirrelly uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Monroe.
As Monroe backs away, Squirrelly returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Squirrelly moves out of range of the strikes.
Monroe connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Monroe missing with a left hand there. Squirrelly was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Squirrelly scores with a nice strike.
Squirrelly throws a good cross that connects.
Squirrelly misses the shot to the body.
The crowd cheers as Squirrelly lands an impressive looking overhand right. Monroe doesn't seem phased though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A slow jab from Monroe misses its intended target.
Squirrelly uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Monroe.
Monroe defending well as Squirrelly loads up on a big left hand.
That kick from Squirrelly tenderised Monroe's leg. Monroe is trying to keep his angry face on.
Squirrelly on the wrong end of a nice jab.#T1#
Squirrelly scoring well with a low kick there.
Squirrelly swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Monroe changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Monroe misses with a looping left.
Squirrelly slips a jab and a cross from Monroe.
Monroe walks into a left hand.
Some bone on bone action there as Monroe checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Squirrelly keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Monroe.
Squirrelly throws a leg kick but Monroe sees it coming and moves out of range.
Monroe scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Squirrelly misses with a wild body shot.
Squirrelly fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Monroe manages to avoid it.
Squirrelly jabs Monroe to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Monroe misses with a wild body shot.
Monroe takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Squirrelly swings and misses with a hook to the body. #T2#
Squirrelly throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Monroe looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Squirrelly misses with a wild body shot.
Monroe throws a fast counter high kick but Squirrelly manages to duck under it in time.
Monroe has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Squirrelly finds it's way round the side to connect with Monroe's head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Monroe uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Squirrelly.
Squirrelly throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Monroe sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Monroe misses with a hook.
Squirrelly swings for the body but Monroe moves out of range.
Monroe throws a shot from downtown. Squirrelly moves away and avoids it.
Monroe keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Squirrelly.
Squirrelly bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Monroe's head backwards.
Squirrelly throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Squirrelly throws a sloppy head kick and Monroe moves out of range easily.
Monroe tries to close the distance and clinch but Squirrelly swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Squirrelly throws a shot to the body.
Monroe fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss. #T3#
Squirrelly ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Monroe moves away.
Monroe throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Monroe scores with a jab to the body.
Monroe tries a head kick but it misses.
An attempted straight right counter from Squirrelly misses the target.
Squirrelly misses with a body shot.
Monroe just misses with a punch to the body.
Monroe looks to throw the jab but Squirrelly is out of range.
Monroe just misses with a punch to the body.
Squiggy Squirrelly is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Monroe misses with a looping left.
Squirrelly lands a nice hook to Monroe's body. Monroe takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
A decent looking cross lands there for Squirrelly.
Squirrelly throws a head kick that misses.
It seemed like Monroe was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Monroe misses with a hook. Squirrelly ducked under it nicely.
Squirrelly works the jab nicely.
Ricky Monroe has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Squirrelly throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Monroe let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.#T4#
A jab from Monroe misses.
Squirrelly uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Monroe.
Squirrelly uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Monroe.
Monroe tries for a takedown but Squirrelly sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Squirrelly throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Squirrelly misses with a straight right.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Squirrelly lands with a right hand.
Squirrelly keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Squirrelly lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Squirrelly uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Monroe has time to react.#CL2#
Monroe closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Monroe prevents a body shot from Squirrelly.
Squirrelly is trying to break free.
Monroe drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Squirrelly gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Squiggy Squirrelly has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ricky Monroe.
Squirrelly lands a right hand that snaps the head of Monroe backwards.

And that's the end of the fight!
Squiggy Squirrelly showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Squirrelly, 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 Daniel Bishop scores the fight 30:27
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 30:27
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Squiggy Squirrelly!

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