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Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Mar 20, 2019
#R1#
The fighters circle momentarily. Thong Song darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Thong Song cracks Souza with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Souza needs to keep his hands up - Thong Song had a free shot at his head there.
Souza tries to clinch but Thong Song is having none of it.
Souza tries to clinch up but Thong Song circles away and keeps his distance.
Souza misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
And Thong Song tries to counter it with a takedown but Souza pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Souza has a takedown stuffed.
Souza tries to move into range but Thong Song moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.#ROC2#
Souza is rocked!
Souza doesn't manage to clinch there - Thong Song circles away.
Thong Song is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Souza doesn't manage to clinch there - Thong Song circles away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Souza closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Oh Souza is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Thong Song closes the distance and lands a crisp combination that knocks Souza out cold! Souza corner are devastated, head in hands behind our commentary position. Poor guys.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Chang Thong Song!
Chang Thong Song decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.

 

Event: Syn 614 Slice vs Magufuli     
Date:   Jan 19, 2019
#R1#
Thong Song throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.#TD2#
Mancini shoots in and bounces Thong Song off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.#SUB#
Thong Song has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Mancini can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Thong Song holds on and takes a little breather.
Mancini chips away with some ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mancini is stalling in the full guard.
Mancini in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #T1#
Mancini tries to free his leg and advance position but Thong Song is retaining full guard.
Mancini trying to control but Thong Song is working from the bottom.
Thong Song being controlled here, momentarily.
Thong Song trying to control the position here.
Mancini is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Thong Song is trying to control the position but Mancini postures up. #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.
Mancini content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. #SUB#
Thong Song is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Thong Song not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Thong Song trying to control the position here.
Mancini slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Thong Song working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Mancini.
Thong Song keeping moving, preventing Mancini from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T3#
Mancini tries to score a power double leg takedown but Thong Song sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Mancini somewhat.
Mancini throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Thong Song misses with a body punch
and Thong Song takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Mancini misses with a low kick as Thong Song jumps back.
Mancini jabs Thong Song right on the nose. Thong Song blinks but takes it well.
Thong Song needs to keep his hands up - Mancini had a free shot at his head there.
Mancini blocks a head kick by Thong Song.
A solid leg kick lands there for Thong Song.
Thong Song connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.#TD2#
Mancini feints and as Thong Song raises his hands in defense, Mancini changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Mancini trying to control but Thong Song is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Thong Song throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #T4#
Thong Song keeping moving, preventing Mancini from controlling successfully.
Mancini is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Mancini tries to free his leg and advance position but Thong Song is retaining full guard.
Thong Song looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Mancini throws a big elbow that misses.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Mancini throwing strikes from guard but Thong Song blocks nicely.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ray Mancini dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Mancini misses with an uppercut.
Mancini misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Thong Song appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Mancini takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #CUT#
It looks like Ray Mancini has been cut.
Thong Song keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
The fighters circle momentarily. Mancini darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Mancini takes a jab right on the kisser. #ROC#
Mancini is rocked!#TD2#
Mancini shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Mancini is still in real trouble! Can Thong Song finish him?
Mancini forces his way into half guard.
Mancini seems to have recovered his senses.
Mancini trying to control from Thong Song's half guard. Thong Song has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Thong Song holds on and takes a little breather.
Mancini lands a couple of digs.
Ray Mancini has got the better of the ground game so far.#T1#
Mancini throws a big elbow that misses.
Mancini sitting in guard, not really doing much.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Mancini looking to pass the guard. #SUB#
Thong Song throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Thong Song keeping moving, preventing Mancini from controlling successfully. #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.
Mancini scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Mancini controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Mancini lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#SUB#
Thong Song working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Mancini doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Mancini manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Thong Song is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #SUB#
Mancini got a little sloppy there for a moment and Thong Song has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Mancini has managed to get both his arms back between Thong Song's legs - danger averted.
Mancini wants to control from the top but Thong Song keeps moving. #T3#
Thong Song is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB#
Thong Song is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Mancini defends well.
Mancini throwing strikes but missing.
Mancini cracks Thong Song with a solid left hand.
Thong Song avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Mancini loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Mancini being controlled here momentarily. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Chang Thong Song is winning the standup battle so far.
Mancini looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Thong Song is fending him off so far but Mancini persists. Nope, Thong Song circles away and we're back to standing.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Mancini is defended easily by Thong Song.
Chang Thong Song has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ray Mancini.
Nice cross by Mancini.
Mancini moves out of range of the leg kick from Thong Song.
Mancini on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Thong Song. Thong Song obviously looking to wear him down.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Thong Song checks a leg kick.
Mancini has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Mancini takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Thong Song misses with a looping left.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Ray Mancini will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Ray Mancini'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. 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#
Mancini fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Thong Song avoids it really well and circles away.
Thong Song half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Mancini goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Mancini.
Mancini takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Thong Song swinging wildly here.
Mancini lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Thong Song moves into range and clinches up with Mancini.#TD#
Thong Song manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Mancini working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Thong Song's head.#SUB#
Thong Song is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Mancini defends well.#T1#
Thong Song is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Mancini content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Mancini is working Thong Song over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Mancini with a flurry of punches that miss.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Thong Song working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Mancini doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Mancini manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Mancini wants to control from the top but Thong Song keeps moving.
Chang Thong Song has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Mancini is working Thong Song over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #SUB#
Thong Song throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Mancini trying to control the position from guard on top but Thong Song is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Thong Song looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Mancini looking to pass the guard. #T3#
Mancini engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Mancini must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Mancini missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Mancini wants to control from the top but Thong Song keeps moving.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Mancini loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Mancini chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Thong Song can pounce on him. #TD2#
Mancini looking to score a takedown here. Thong Song is defending well but Mancini drives through and ends up in Thong Song's guard.
Thong Song not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #T4#
Mancini trying to control the position from guard on top but Thong Song is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Mancini throws a big elbow that misses.
Thong Song utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Mancini trying to control the position from guard on top but Thong Song is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Thong Song keeping full guard, as Mancini tries to pass.
Ray Mancini is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Mancini trying to control the position from guard on top but Thong Song is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Mancini wants to pass the guard but Thong Song is keeping the position.#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 Ray Mancini.
I've got Mancini 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 James Ackerman scores the fight 29:28
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 27:30
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Ray Mancini!

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

 

Event: Syn 594     
Date:   Sep 09, 2018
#R1#
Thong Song ducks under a wild hook from Douglas.
Thong Song gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Douglas.
Thong Song takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Thong Song throws a body punch but Douglas moves out of range.
Thong Song slips under a jab.
Douglas lands with a good body shot.
Thong Song takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Jack Douglas seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Douglas lands a jab to Thong Song's midsection.
Thong Song looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Thong Song avoids the body shot from Douglas.
Thong Song lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Douglas circles away quickly and effectively.
Douglas throws a low kick but Thong Song avoids it.
Douglas throws a looping overhand right but Thong Song ducks down to avoid it.
Thong Song works the jab nicely.
Thong Song swinging wildly here.
Douglas throws a jab but it's blocked by Thong Song.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A shot to the liver by Douglas. Beautiful body shot.
Douglas lands with a shot to the body. #T1#
Douglas lands with an overhand left.
Thong Song fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Douglas looks to land a left hand but Thong Song moved out of range nicely.
Thong Song lands a jab to the head.
Douglas swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Douglas 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.
Douglas throws a big shot that misses.
Douglas throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A quick step to the side and Thong Song tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Thong Song keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Douglas.
Jack Douglas is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Douglas connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Thong Song.
Douglas is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Douglas scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Thong Song moves out of range of the leg kick from Douglas.
Douglas misses with a takedown
and Thong Song counters with a stiff right hand.
Nice defenses there by Douglas.#T2#
Douglas connects with the punch.
Thong Song is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A big right from Thong Song misses.
Douglas looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Douglas lands a head shot.
Thong Song on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
An inside leg kick lands from Douglas.
Douglas swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Thong Song takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Douglas throws a nice outside leg kick.
Nice defenses there by Douglas.
A telegraphed right hand from Thong Song misses the target.
A big right from Thong Song misses.
Douglas throws a hook but Thong Song blocks it.
Douglas throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
A punch lands to the side of Thong Song 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Thong Song takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Douglas fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.#T3#
Douglas finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Douglas throws a shot to the body.
Thong Song takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Douglas feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Thong Song's calf.#TD#
Thong Song looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Douglas regains full guard. Nicely done.
Douglas looking to hit a scissor sweep but Thong Song is one step ahead there.
Douglas working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Thong Song.
Thong Song wants to control from the top but Douglas keeps moving.
Thong Song sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Douglas's guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4##SUB#
Thong Song seems to be looking for submissions.
Thong Song working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Douglas is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Douglas tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land.
Douglas is pressing down on Thong Song's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Douglas 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#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Thong Song keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jack Douglas dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Nice body punch from Douglas.
Thong Song goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Thong Song scores with a push kick.
Douglas scoring well with a low kick there.
Douglas digs a good body shot into Thong Song's ribs.
Thong Song avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Thong Song feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Thong Song checks a low kick from Douglas.
Thong Song is looking to counter punch.
Douglas swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Thong Song half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Douglas scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Douglas bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Thong Song's head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice straight punches there by Douglas. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Douglas.
Douglas looks to land a left hand but Thong Song moved out of range nicely.
Douglas lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Thong Song blocks a leg kick.
Jack Douglas seems to be getting the better of the standup.
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!
Douglas takes a swing at Thong Song's ribcage but misses. #T1#
Douglas misses with a hook
and Thong Song counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Douglas looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Thong Song tries to counter with a takedown but Douglas is quick to defend against it.
Thong Song takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Douglas staying out of range there.
Douglas now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Thong Song is looking to slow Douglas down with leg kicks.
Douglas connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Thong Song's hands.
A big right from Douglas misses.
A looping hook to the body misses from Douglas. Thong Song does a little dance to reset his feet.
Douglas throws a lazy uppercut
and Thong Song counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Douglas lands a nice leg kick that just misses Thong Song's sensitive parts.
Douglas keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Thong Song has a takedown stuffed.
Nice defenses there by Thong Song.
Thong Song appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Thong Song throws a low kick but Douglas moves out of range easily.
Douglas lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering. #T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Douglas connects with a nice looking jab.
Thong Song misses with a left hand
and Douglas counters with a left and a right that stings Thong Song.
Thong Song just misses with a punch to the body.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Thong Song slips under a jab from Douglas.
Douglas scores with a hook.
Thong Song misses with an attempted mid kick.
Douglas throws out a loose jab but Thong Song uses good head movement to avoid it.
A little feinted left hand from Thong Song on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
A nice leg kick lands there from Douglas.
Douglas is looking to slow Thong Song down with leg kicks.
Thong Song steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Douglas.
Douglas jabs Thong Song right on the nose. Thong Song blinks but takes it well.
Douglas swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Douglas is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Thong Song.
The fighters circling - Douglas throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Thong Song jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Thong Song throws a chopping leg kick but Douglas manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Thong Song throws a series of punches but Douglas moves out of range. #T3#
Douglas misses with a hook.
Thong Song is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Thong Song moves away from the strike by Douglas.
Thong Song half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.#TD#
Douglas gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Thong Song to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Douglas looking to hit a scissor sweep but Thong Song is one step ahead there.
Douglas has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Douglas lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Douglas wants to control from the top but Thong Song keeps moving. #SUB#
Thong Song looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #T4#
Douglas lands a couple of digs.
Douglas trying to control but Thong Song is working from the bottom.
Chang Thong Song overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Thong Song 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.
Douglas postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Douglas is in close to Thong Song's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Thong Song has Douglas pulled in close to control his posture.
Douglas slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jack Douglas showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Douglas looks to throw the jab but Thong Song is out of range.
Thong Song throwing a counter right hand but Douglas manages to avoid it.
Thong Song getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Douglas buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Douglas uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Thong Song has time to react.
Douglas scores with a crisp jab that stopped Thong Song in his tracks.
Thong Song uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Thong Song on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Good leg kick by Douglas there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Douglas takes a swing at Thong Song's ribcage but misses.
A clash of legs there as Douglas blocks the low kick.
Thong Song misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Douglas uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Thong Song.
It seemed like Douglas was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Thong Song gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Thong Song throws a push kick but Douglas slaps the foot to one side.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Douglas misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Thong Song.
A decent looking cross lands there for Douglas.#T1#
Douglas throws out a leg kick but Thong Song moves out of range and Douglas only half commits.
A little feinted left hand from Thong Song on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Douglas pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A looping hook to the body misses from Thong Song. Douglas does a little dance to reset his feet.
Thong Song takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Thong Song jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Thong Song takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Thong Song looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Douglas tries to land a leg kick but Thong Song saw it coming and moves away.
Thong Song takes one to the side of the head.
Good standup being displayed there by Douglas as he connects with a hook.
Thong Song ducks under a wild hook from Douglas.
Douglas throws a nice looking combination but Thong Song bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Douglas misses with a wild body shot.
Thong Song feinted with a counter takedown.
Thong Song takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Douglas checks the leg kick nicely there.
Douglas let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Thong Song throws a lazy right hand but Douglas sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Douglas turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Chang Thong Song has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Douglas throws a hook but Thong Song blocks it.
Thong Song was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Good work by Thong Song as he checks the leg kick.
Nice defenses there by Douglas.
Thong Song closes this distance looking for a takedown but Douglas circles away.
Douglas scores with a jab.
Thong Song stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Douglas.
Thong Song swings widly with a right hand
and Thong Song takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Thong Song slips under a jab.
Thong Song appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Thong Song ducks under a wild hook from Douglas.
Douglas works Thong Song's body with a nice hook.
Douglas thows a left - swing and a miss!
Jab, jab by Douglas - just one landing.
Thong Song tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Thong Song uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Douglas.
Thong Song throws a jab when Douglas was well out of range.#T3#
Douglas missing with a left hand there. Thong Song was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Thong Song thows a left - swing and a miss!
Douglas ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
No joy there for Douglas, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Thong Song swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Douglas throws out a leg kick but Thong Song moves out of range and Douglas only half commits.
Thong Song looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
A chopping leg kick lands by Douglas.
Douglas's jab looks to have found its range, popping Thong Song under the eye.
Douglas scores with a jab. Thong Song acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
A good leg kick by Douglas.
A looping hook to the body misses from Douglas. Thong Song does a little dance to reset his feet.
Douglas fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Thong Song is out of range.
Douglas buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Douglas ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Thong Song defending well as Douglas loads up on a big left hand.
Thong Song is looking to counter punch.#T4#
Thong Song has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Douglas finds it's way round the side to connect with Thong Song's head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Thong Song throws a hook but Douglas avoids it easily.
Douglas scores with a jab. Thong Song acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Douglas attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Thong Song moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Thong Song shoots in but no luck this time.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Chang Thong Song. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Douglas comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Douglas thuds his right hand into Thong Song's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Douglas connects with a body shot that sends Thong Song's belly button to the back.
Douglas missing with a left hand there. Thong Song was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Douglas digs a good body shot into Thong Song's ribs.
A nice leg kick lands there from Douglas.
Thong Song takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Thong Song scores with a leg kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Douglas uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Thong Song.

And that's the end of the fight!
Jack Douglas comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Douglas 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 James Glass scores the fight 27:30
Judge William Gold scores the fight 27:30
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jack Douglas!

Post fight, Jack Douglas stared into the camera and said 'I am the greatest tactician. I am the greatest submission master. I am the greatest knock out artist. Behold, The War Master and all of my greatness.'.

 

Event: MMAHelsinki - 181     
Date:   Jun 09, 2018
#R1#
Chernokov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Thong Song.
Chernokov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Thong Song moves away.
Thong Song tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Chernokov was well out of range. Poor timing from Thong Song.
It looked like Chernokov wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Thong Song tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Chernokov swivels and escapes.#TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Chernokov.
Thong Song sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Thong Song has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Chernokov is working away from the top position though.
Thong Song makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Thong Song.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Chernokov avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Thong Song working a defensive guard here. #T1##SUB2#
Thong Song working for a triangle but Chernokov defends it easily.
Chernokov trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Chernokov being controlled here momentarily.
Thong Song is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Chernokov loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Chernokov distracts Thong Song with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Thong Song trying to keep a closed guard but Chernokov is proving a slippery customer.
Chernokov preventing the sweep. #SUB2#
Thong Song had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Chernokov defends it easily.
Chernokov throws a big elbow that misses.
Chernokov scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Thong Song looking to hit a scissor sweep but Chernokov is one step ahead there.
Thong Song lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB##T3#
Chernokov looking for a sweep. Not yet Chernokov, not yet. #SUB#
Chernokov looking for a guillotine here but Thong Song defends easily.
Thong Song controlling from the top position.
Chernokov working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Thong Song.
Thong Song stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Chernokov swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Thong Song is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Thong Song trying to control but Chernokov is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Thong Song thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Thong Song is stalling in the full guard.
Chernokov is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Chernokov keeping moving, preventing Thong Song from controlling successfully.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Alexei Chernokov dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Thong Song connects with a jab.
Chernokov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Thong Song misses with a jab to the body
and Chernokov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Thong Song throws a lazy right hand but Chernokov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Thong Song keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Thong Song thuds his right hand into Chernokov's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Chernokov misses with a looping left.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Thong Song misses with an uppercut.
An attempted straight right counter from Chernokov misses the target.
Thong Song scores with a jab. Chernokov acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Thong Song shoots in but Chernokov avoids the takedown attempt easily.#T1#
An inside leg kick lands from Thong Song.
Thong Song wants to slow Chernokov down by chopping away at his legs.
Chernokov attempts a counter takedown but Thong Song avoids it well and moves away.
Thong Song takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Chernokov looks to score with a jab to the body but Thong Song is just out of range.
Thong Song throws out a counter right but Chernokov avoids it with no problem.
A punch lands to the side of Thong Song 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Chernokov throws a lazy uppercut
and Thong Song connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Chernokov dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Chernokov swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Thong Song cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Chernokov moves out of range of the leg kick from Thong Song.
Chernokov swings for the body but Thong Song moves out of range.
Alexei Chernokov is winning the standup battle so far.#T2#
Thong Song misses with a hook.
Thong Song misses with a looping left.
It looked like Chernokov was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Thong Song.
A big right from Thong Song misses.
A little feinted left hand from Chernokov on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Chang Thong Song seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Thong Song tries to work over Chernokov's front leg with a kick but Chernokov checks it.
Thong Song walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Thong Song slips a straight right by Chernokov.
Thong Song throws a looping overhand right but Chernokov ducks down to avoid it.
Thong Song with a hook.
A big left from Thong Song misses.
Thong Song slips under a jab from Chernokov.
A slow jab from Chernokov misses its intended target. #T3#
Good work by Chernokov as he checks the leg kick.
It looked like Chernokov wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Chernokov blocks a jab.
It looked like Chernokov was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Thong Song.
Chernokov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Thong Song moves away.
Chernokov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Thong Song misses with an uppercut. Chernokov saw that one coming.
Thong Song feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Chernokov's calf.
Chernokov lands a nice looking body shot.
Thong Song throws a wild body kick that Chernokov sees coming a mile off.
Chernokov throws the left hand but Thong Song avoids the punch easily.
Thong Song appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Chernokov catches Thong Song with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
A jab from Thong Song misses. #T4#
Thong Song moves away from the strike by Chernokov.
Thong Song throws out a counter right but Chernokov avoids it with no problem.
Nice jab there from Chernokov.
Chernokov throws a jab when Thong Song was well out of range.
Thong Song uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Chernokov.
Thong Song steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Thong Song scores with a sloppy right hand. Chernokov should have avoided that one.
Chernokov throws a jab but it's blocked by Thong Song.
Thong Song looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Thong Song misses with a hook
and Chernokov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Chernokov looks to throw the jab but Thong Song is out of range.
Chernokov throws a hook but Thong Song avoids it easily.
Thong Song with the counter takedown but Chernokov avoids it easily.
Chernokov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Chernokov lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Alexei Chernokov dominated that second round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R3#
Thong Song takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Thong Song shoots in but no luck this time.
Chernokov lands a jab to the nose.
Chernokov ducks under a wild hook from Thong Song.
An attempted straight right counter from Chernokov misses the target.
Thong Song throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Chernokov throws a body shot but no joy.
Thong Song flicks out a counter leg kick but Chernokov steps away.
Chernokov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Thong Song.
Chernokov swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Thong Song bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Chernokov's head backwards.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Thong Song keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Thong Song lands with a good body shot.
Thong Song tries to work over Chernokov's front leg with a kick but Chernokov checks it. #T1#
Thong Song cracks the inside of Chernokov's front leg.
Chernokov just misses with a punch to the body.
Chernokov lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Thong Song circles away quickly and effectively.
Thong Song scores with a hook to the body. Chernokov takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Chernokov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Thong Song throws a fast counter high kick but Chernokov manages to duck under it in time.
Crunch! Thong Song slams his shin into Chernokov's torso.
Chernokov misses with a hook
and Thong Song counters with a straight right hand.
Thong Song misses with a takedown
and Chernokov counters with a straight right hand.
Chernokov slaps away a takedown attempt from Thong Song, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Alexei Chernokov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Chang Thong Song.#T2#
Chernokov throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Thong Song counters with a nice uppercut.
Thong Song chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Chernokov blocks a low kick nicely.
Chernokov throwing a counter right hand but Thong Song manages to avoid it.
Chernokov checks a low kick from Thong Song.
Thong Song scores with a jab to the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Chernokov ducks under a wild hook from Thong Song.
Chernokov is looking for a counter combo.
A jab from Thong Song finds it's way through Chernokov's defenses.
Thong Song thows a left - swing and a miss!
Chernokov defending well as Thong Song loads up on a big left hand.
Chernokov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Thong Song throws out a counter right but Chernokov avoids it with no problem.
Thong Song lands a slapping body shot. #T3#
Chernokov scores with the left hand. Thong Song knows he should have avoided that one.
Chernokov swings away with a body shot that misses
and Thong Song connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Thong Song takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Thong Song uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Chernokov.
Thong Song digs a good hook to Chernokov's body.
Thong Song clobbers Chernokov with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Thong Song throws a lazy uppercut
and Chernokov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Thong Song bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Thong Song cracks Chernokov with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
A left and a right from Chernokov both land. Nice combination. #T4#
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!
Thong Song throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Chernokov.
Good exchange - Thong Song coming out on top.
Thong Song just misses with a punch to the body.
A quick step to the side and Chernokov tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Thong Song misses with a hook to the body
and Chernokov counters with a nice body shot.
Chernokov needs to keep his hands up - Thong Song had a free shot at his head there.
Thong Song thumps Chernokov with a low kick.
Chernokov misses with a shot to the body
and Thong Song counters with a stiff right hand.
Thong Song is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Chernokov.
Chernokov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Thong Song.
Thong Song now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Thong Song misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Chernokov.
Chernokov swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
A telegraphed right hand from Chernokov misses the target.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Chang Thong Song really dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R4#
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Thong Song.
Chernokov takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Thong Song misses with a hook to the body
and Chernokov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Thong Song smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Chernokov swings for the body but Thong Song moves out of range.
Chernokov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Chernokov throws an overhand right that lands on Thong Song's shoulder, as Thong Song tries to avoid the shot.
A big right from Chernokov misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chernokov throws a lazy uppercut
and Thong Song counters with a nice uppercut.
Chernokov throws a shot from downtown. Thong Song moves away and avoids it.
Thong Song misses with a head kick. #T1#
A big right from Chernokov misses.
Thong Song feints and then cracks Chernokov's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Chernokov down.
The fighters circling - Thong Song throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Thong Song misses with a looping left.
A counter left hand to the body from Chernokov misses its target.
Chernokov scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Thong Song misses with the combination.
Thong Song swinging wildly here.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Thong Song - that will leave a mark! #T2#
Thong Song throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Chernokov.
Chernokov staying out of range there.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Thong Song.
Thong Song tries a low kick but Chernokov avoids it.
Thong Song lands a nice looking body shot.
Chernokov takes a swing at Thong Song's ribcage but misses.
Chernokov swings for the body but Thong Song moves out of range.
Chernokov darts in and out, connecting with a 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!
Thong Song blocks a jab.
Thong Song swings and misses with a hook to the body. #T3#
A big right from Chernokov misses.
Thong Song throws a half hearted mid kick.
Thong Song throws an overhand right that lands on Chernokov's shoulder, as Chernokov tries to avoid the shot.
Chernokov is looking to counter punch.
Chernokov throws a big shot that misses.
Thong Song scores with a kick to the midsection.#TD2#
Thong Song looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Chernokov tries to get to full guard but Thong Song has control of the leg.
Chernokov is working hard here to advance position.#T4#
Thong Song seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Chernokov does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Chang Thong Song has got the better of the ground game so far.
Chernokov trying to get back to full guard but Thong Song takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount!
Chernokov is looking to get to half guard.
Thong Song controlling from mount.
Thong Song with good strikes from the mount here!
The referee warns Chernokov that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Chernokov sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Chang Thong Song dominated that fourth 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. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R5#
The fighters circling - Chernokov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Thong Song takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Thong Song attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Chernokov misses with a telegraphed body shot #TD2#
and Thong Song decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Chernokov's guard.
Thong Song throws a big right hand that misses.
Chernokov keeping moving, preventing Thong Song from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chernokov 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#
Thong Song blocking the ground and pound attempt from Chernokov. #T1#
Chernokov landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Chernokov thows a huge punch but Thong Song dodges it nicely.
Thong Song is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Chernokov's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Chernokov's back!
Thong Song trying to control momentarily.
Thong Song struggling to land strikes to the head as Chernokov covers up.
Thong Song is trying to stick to Chernokov's back but Chernokov is turning into Thong Song. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Thong Song's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Chernokov.
Chernokov postures up in Thong Song's guard and throws a big left but Thong Song blocks it.
Chernokov landing some decent shots from guard.
Chernokov postures up in Thong Song's guard and throws a big left but Thong Song blocks it. #T2#
Thong Song looking for a sweep. Not yet Thong Song, not yet.
Chernokov postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Chernokov missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Thong Song is controlling Chernokov's posture.
Thong Song wants to control but Chernokov passes easily into half guard.
Chernokov seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Thong Song tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Chernokov has advanced to mount. Uh oh.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Thong Song is trying desperately to improve position.#T3#
Chernokov lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.
Chernokov putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!
Thong Song regains half guard.
Thong Song taking some punishment here, with Chernokov in his half guard.
Chernokov takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Chernokov lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Nice strikes from Chernokov there. #T4#
Thong Song has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Chernokov is working away from the top position though.
Chernokov is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Thong Song wants to improve his position but Chernokov is controlling well.
Thong Song is controlling Chernokov's position as best he can from this difficult position.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Ben Zyskovitsi scores the fight 48:47
Judge Johanna Lukiainen scores the fight 48:47
Judge Matti Vanhoillinen scores the fight 48:47

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Alexei Chernokov!

Alexei Chernokov thanked the fans post fight for their support.

 

Event: MMAHelsinki - 177     
Date:   May 06, 2018
#R1#
Pain throws an overhand right that lands on Thong Song's shoulder, as Thong Song tries to avoid the shot.
Thong Song throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Pain's head.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Pain is defended easily by Thong Song.
Pain connects with a looping right hand.
Thong Song fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.#TD#
Pain closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Thong Song is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Thong Song is not content to let Pain control the position.
Thong Song has his hands clasped together around Pain's back. He's all about the action.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Pain connects with a nice short shot to Thong Song's temple.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Thong Song gets full guard.#T1#
Thong Song is adopting a defensive guard.
Thong Song is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB2#
Thong Song has his foot on Pain's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Pain works his way back into a safe position though.
Pain is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Pain trying to control but Thong Song is working from the bottom.
Pain postures up in Thong Song's guard and throws a big left but Thong Song blocks it.
Thong Song looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Pain scoring with punches to the head and body.
Thong Song wants to sweep but no luck.
Pain keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Thong Song's head.
Pain is in close to Thong Song's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Pain chips away with some ground and pound.
Pain throwing strikes from guard but Thong Song blocks nicely. #SUB#
Pain has gone for a leg lock! Thong Song slips out almost immediately though and dives into Pain's guard.#REVB##T2#
Thong Song won't allow Pain to sweep him here.
Thong Song postures up.
Pain wants to improve his position but instead Thong Song has moved into half guard.
Pain is not content to let Thong Song control the position.
Pain tries to get to full guard but Thong Song has control of the leg.
Thong Song is trying to control. Pain wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Pain is looking to improve his position.
Thong Song works his way into full mount! #T3#
Thong Song looking to finish Pain with some ground and pound. This is bad for Pain!
Pain really wants to buck Thong Song off and get back to his feet. #SUB2#
Pain tries to improve his position but Thong Song has taken his back! Thong Song has a choke - it's sunk in pretty tight... Will Pain tap? No... maybe... yes! He's tapped! Thong Song pushes Pain away and gets up to celebrate with his corner!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Chang Thong Song!
Chang Thong Song very nearly forgot to thank Red Light Coffeeshop amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.
In defeat, Royal Pain stepped up to the mic, saying 'Shit, there goes my chance to be like Mike.'.

 

Event: MMAHelsinki - 175     
Date:   Apr 21, 2018
#R1#
Wilkinson tries for a takedown but Thong Song circles away easily
and Thong Song counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Thong Song ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Wilkinson moves away.
Wilkinson darts in looking for a takedown but Thong Song gets double underhooks and turns Wilkinson into the cage.
Wilkinson 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#
Wilkinson clinches up against the cage.
Thong Song misses with the head strike.
Wilkinson jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Thong Song walks away with a smile on his face. Wilkinson gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Chang Thong Song has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Timothy Wilkinson.
Thong Song lands a jab to the nose.#CL2#
Wilkinson forces Thong Song back against the cage and clinches.
Wilkinson is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Thong Song gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Wilkinson tries to pull guard but Thong Song won't allow it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wilkinson is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Thong Song pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Wilkinson tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Thong Song smiles and moves away.
Wilkinson fails in his attempt to clinch.
Thong Song 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.
No luck for Wilkinson with that takedown attempt.
Thong Song was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#T1#
Thong Song throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
A punch lands to the side of Wilkinson 's head but he takes it in his stride.#CL2#
Wilkinson forces Thong Song back against the cage and clinches.
Thong Song misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Thong Song stops a takedown attempt from Wilkinson. #TD#
Thong Song gets control of Wilkinson's arms and successfully pulls guard. Thong Song will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Wilkinson sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Let's hope that Wilkinson 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.
Wilkinson pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Thong Song is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Thong Song is looking for a triangle but Wilkinson pushes his legs off easily. #T2#
Wilkinson wants to control from the top but Thong Song keeps moving.
Wilkinson controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Wilkinson trying to control but Thong Song is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Thong Song is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Wilkinson pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Thong Song is keeping the position for now.
Wilkinson advances to half guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Wilkinson wants to control but Thong Song is keeping him busy. #T3##SUB2#
Wilkinson is trying to work for a kimura but Thong Song is defending well.
Thong Song keeping hold of Wilkinson's head, controlling as best he can.
Thong Song wants to control but Wilkinson is keeping busy.
Wilkinson is controlling the pace.
Thong Song is trying to control but can't.
Thong Song gets full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Wilkinson advances to half guard.
Wilkinson trying to control the pace.
Thong Song wants to improve his position but Wilkinson is controlling well.
Wilkinson is taking a breather. Thong Song 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.
Thong Song makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Thong Song.
Wilkinson is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Wilkinson wants to control from the top but Thong Song keeps moving.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Chang Thong Song dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Wilkinson misses with a takedown attempt
and Thong Song connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Wilkinson takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Wilkinson fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
An inside leg kick lands from Thong Song.
Thong Song circles away from the clinch attempt. #CL2#
Wilkinson clinches up with Thong Song and pushes him back against the cage.
Thong Song tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Wilkinson blocking some punches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Wilkinson manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Thong Song trying to control but Wilkinson is working from the bottom.
Thong Song with a flurry of punches that miss. #T1#
Thong Song missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Thong Song wants to control from the top but Wilkinson keeps moving.
Thong Song looking to pass the guard.
Thong Song is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Thong Song postures up.
Wilkinson wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Thong Song is now in half guard.
Wilkinson has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Thong Song is working away from the top position though.
Thong Song landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SUB#
Thong Song seems to be working for a kimura but Wilkinson defends the submission attempt.
Thong Song prevents Wilkinson from improving his position.
Thong Song is trying to control the action in half guard but Wilkinson is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Thong Song not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Chang Thong Song overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Thong Song is looking to advance position but Wilkinson won't allow it.
Thong Song seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Thong Song missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #T3#
Thong Song thows a huge punch but Wilkinson dodges it nicely.
Wilkinson wants to control but Thong Song is keeping busy and won't allow it. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#CL2#
Wilkinson pushes Thong Song up against the cage in a clinch.
Wilkinson is working for takedown but Thong Song is calmly controlling the position for now.
Chang Thong Song has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Timothy Wilkinson.#TD2#
Wilkinson drags the fight down to the ground.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Wilkinson is on top in guard. #REVB#
Thong Song is trying to control the position but Wilkinson postures up.
Wilkinson trying to control the position from guard on top but Thong Song is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Thong Song looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Wilkinson preventing the sweep. #T4#
Wilkinson wants to pass the guard but Thong Song is keeping the position.
Thong Song keeping moving, preventing Wilkinson from controlling successfully.
Wilkinson stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Thong Song swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Thong Song not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Thong Song has his hands on Wilkinson's head, controlling the position.
Wilkinson content to stall in guard here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Wilkinson wants to pass the guard but Thong Song is keeping the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Chang Thong Song dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Wilkinson shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Thong Song pinned against the cage. Thong Song gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Thong Song throws a leg kick but Wilkinson checks it.
Wilkinson misses with a takedown
enabling Thong Song to counter with a crisp jab.
Wilkinson blocks a leg kick.
Wilkinson dives in and grabs Thong Song's left leg, looking for a takedown. Thong Song pushes down on Wilkinson's head and hops out.
Chang Thong Song has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Timothy Wilkinson.
Decent striking displayed by Thong Song there.
Chang Thong Song is winning the standup battle so far.
Thong Song lands a jab to Wilkinson's midsection.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Thong Song thows a left - swing and a miss!
Thong Song scores with a nice right hand.
Wilkinson stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Thong Song.
Thong Song misses the jab.
Wilkinson fails with an attempt to clinch.
Thong Song appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#T1#
Thong Song thows a left - swing and a miss!
Thong Song throws a shot from downtown. Wilkinson moves away and avoids it.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Thong Song 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 Wilkinson has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Wilkinson and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Wilkinson fails with the takedown.
Thong Song is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Wilkinson can do to turn this around?
Thong Song shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Wilkinson as he avoids it easily. #CL2#
Wilkinson fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Thong Song, pushing him back against the cage.
A nice left hand lands by Thong Song.
Wilkinson blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Thong Song tries a body shot but Wilkinson blocks it.
Wilkinson gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Thong Song.
Thong Song misses with a punch on the inside.
Timothy Wilkinson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Chang Thong Song is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Wilkinson lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Wilkinson is working for takedown but Thong Song is calmly controlling the position for now.
Wilkinson jumps guard but Thong Song turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. #TD2#
Wilkinson pulls guard.
Wilkinson controls Thong Song momentarily but Thong Song frees himself.
Thong Song trying to control but Wilkinson is working from the bottom.
Wilkinson wants to sweep here but Thong Song controlling him for the moment.
Thong Song controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#T3#
Wilkinson lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Wilkinson stays in close to Thong Song's body and controls the position.
Wilkinson won't allow Thong Song to sweep him here.
Wilkinson working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Wilkinson tries to free his leg and advance position but Thong Song is retaining full guard.
Thong Song is adopting a defensive guard.
Thong Song looking for a sweep. Not yet Thong Song, not yet. #T4##SUB#
Thong Song has his foot on Wilkinson's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Wilkinson works his way back into a safe position though.
Thong Song keeping moving, preventing Wilkinson from controlling successfully.
Thong Song pulls Wilkinson in to control the position.
Wilkinson stopping the sweep attempt from Thong Song.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Thong Song avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Wilkinson takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Wilkinson works Thong Song's body with a nice hook.
Wilkinson misses with a hook. Thong Song ducked under it nicely.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Wilkinson just misses with a punch to the body.
Wilkinson is looking to clinch but Thong Song is avoiding it.
Thong Song lands with a nice body punch.

And that's the end of the fight!
Chang Thong Song showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Thong Song, 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 Roosa Järviläinen scores the fight 30:27
Judge Tarja Halkonen scores the fight 30:27
Judge Matti Vanhoillinen scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Chang Thong Song!

After the big win, Chang Thong Song made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Red Light Coffeeshop and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.

 

Event: MMAHelsinki - 168     
Date:   Feb 24, 2018
#R1#
Good work by Thong Song as he checks the leg kick.
Thong Song appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Tiernan scores with a body shot.
A chopping leg kick lands by Thong Song.
Tiernan takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Tiernan misses with a hook
and Thong Song counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Thong Song checks a leg kick nicely.
Thong Song moves out of range of the body kick.
Tiernan throws a poor cross that misses
and Tiernan takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Tiernan tries to move into range but Thong Song moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Thong Song misses with a looping right.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Tiernan has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Thong Song throws a right hand that misses #CL2#
and Tiernan counters by moving into the clinch.
Thong Song blocking some punches.
Thong Song lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tiernan fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #T1#
Thong Song fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tiernan lands a left hand.
Tiernan misses with some punches.
Tiernan misses with a hook to the ribs.
Thong Song lands with a light punch inside.
Tiernan misses with some punches.
Tiernan misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Come on Tiernan - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Tiernan misses with a hook from the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Thong Song fails to land.
Tiernan lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Thong Song wants to break the clinch but can't. #TD#
Thong Song jumps into guard, dragging Tiernan to the mat.
Tiernan throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Thong Song holds on and takes a little breather.
Tiernan trying to control the position from guard on top but Thong Song is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
Thong Song looking for a sweep. Not yet Thong Song, not yet.
Tiernan's corner is telling him to maintain position.#SU2#
Tiernan decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Thong Song, up you get!
Tiernan bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Despite the aggression on Tiernan's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Thong Song scores with a body shot.
Thong Song bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
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!
Thong Song with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Thong Song fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.#T3#
Thong Song paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Chang Thong Song seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tiernan misses with a looping right.
Tiernan fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Thong Song scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Tiernan doesn't seem bothered though.
Tiernan moves away from the strike by Thong Song.
Thong Song scores with a nice strike.
Tiernan slips under a jab.
Conor Tiernan is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Thong Song moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Tiernan leaves Thong Song with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Tiernan scores with a hook.#T4#
Tiernan throws a lazy uppercut
and Thong Song counters with a good low kick that Tiernan was not able to check.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A punch combination from Thong Song misses.
Thong Song slips a straight right by Tiernan.
Thong Song uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tiernan.
Thong Song swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Thong Song checks a leg kick.
A swing and a miss from Tiernan.
Thong Song throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Tiernan's waist but Tiernan gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Thong Song off to one side.
A nice leg kick lands there from Tiernan.
Tiernan throws a looping overhand right but Thong Song ducks down to avoid it.
Tiernan lands a head shot.
Thong Song displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tiernan throws out the jab.
Tiernan connects with a leg kick. Thong Song looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
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 Chang Thong Song will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Tiernan blocks a jab.
Tiernan wants to counter the offense by Thong Song and move into the clinch position.
Thong Song missing with a left hand there. Tiernan was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
It seemed like Tiernan was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
A jab from Tiernan misses.
Thong Song tries a head kick but it misses.
Tiernan misses with a looping left.
A little feinted left hand from Thong Song on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Thong Song keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tiernan.
Tiernan misses with a looping right.
A telegraphed right hand from Thong Song misses the target.
It seemed like Tiernan was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Thong Song lands a nice shot that snaps Tiernan's head back.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tiernan fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
A big right from Tiernan misses.
Nice straight punches there by Tiernan. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Tiernan.
Thong Song shoots in but Tiernan avoids the takedown attempt easily.#T1#
Tiernan avoids the body shot from Thong Song.
A jab from Thong Song misses.
Thong Song uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tiernan.
Tiernan ducks under a wild hook from Thong Song.
Tiernan is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Tiernan jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Tiernan throws a low kick but it's checked well by Thong Song.
Thong Song throwing a counter right hand but Tiernan manages to avoid it.
Tiernan takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Tiernan throws a head kick that misses.
Tiernan is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Thong Song throws a jab but it's blocked by Tiernan.
A little jabbing left from Tiernan on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Thong Song drops his hands momentarily and Tiernan takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. #T2#
Tiernan throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A jab from Thong Song finds it's way through Tiernan's defenses.
Thong Song scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Tiernan tries to land a front kick but Thong Song steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Thong Song tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Tiernan swivels and escapes.
Tiernan wants to counter the offense by Thong Song and move into the clinch position.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tiernan misses with an uppercut.
A leg kick checked by Thong Song.
Thong Song shoots in but Tiernan avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Tiernan steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Thong Song.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Chang Thong Song. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Thong Song scores with a shot to the body.
Thong Song throws a nice outside leg kick. #T3#
Thong Song uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tiernan.
Thong Song throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Thong Song bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Nice defenses there by Thong Song.
Thong Song half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Thong Song takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Tiernan moves out of range of the strikes.
Thong Song looks to throw the jab but Tiernan is out of range.
Tiernan tries to counter by closing the distance.
Thong Song fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tiernan manages to avoid it.
Tiernan staying out of range there.
Thong Song scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Thong Song misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tiernan.
A big left from Thong Song misses. #T4#
Tiernan missing with a left hand there. Thong Song was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Tiernan lands a jab to the nose.
Chang Thong Song is winning the standup battle so far.
Tiernan lands a nice shot that snaps Thong Song's head back.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tiernan thows a leg kick but Thong Song checks it
and Thong Song counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Tiernan thinking.
A head kick from Thong Song lands but Tiernan takes it in his stride.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Thong Song.
Tiernan walks into a stiff left hand from Thong Song.
Thong Song connects with a single shot there.
Thong Song connects with a good right hand that stumbles Tiernan. Tiernan circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Tiernan throws a nice looking combination but Thong Song bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Tiernan lands a nice leg kick that just misses Thong Song's sensitive parts.
Tiernan swings away with a leg kick that misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Chang Thong Song will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Thong Song throws a lazy right hand but Tiernan sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Thong Song tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Thong Song throws a head kick but Tiernan moves out of range.
Tiernan walks into a straight right hand from Thong Song.
Tiernan looks to land a left hand but Thong Song moved out of range nicely.
Tiernan pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Thong Song lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Tiernan at a distance.
Thong Song moves away from the strike by Tiernan.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tiernan checks a leg kick.
Thong Song ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tiernan moves away.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Tiernan! But no joy.
Thong Song throws a shot from downtown. Tiernan moves away and avoids it.
Tiernan throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Thong Song quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.#T1#
Thong Song stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Thong Song is trying hard to land a takedown here. Tiernan sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Tiernan throws a shot from downtown. Thong Song moves away and avoids it.
Thong Song avoids the body shot from Tiernan.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tiernan. Thong Song does a little dance to reset his feet.
A head kick by Thong Song misses
and Tiernan counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Tiernan misses with a looping left.
Tiernan checks a low kick from Thong Song.
Thong Song throws a right hand that Tiernan ducks under and follows up with a left that Tiernan also avoids with ease.
Tiernan misses with a jab, cross combination.
Thong Song swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Tiernan counters with a low kick, right behind Thong Song 's knee.
Tiernan fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Chang Thong Song is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Tiernan scores with a nice right hand.
Jab from Tiernan.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A telegraphed right hand from Tiernan misses the target.
An attempted straight right counter from Thong Song misses the target.
Thong Song closes this distance looking for a takedown but Tiernan circles away.
Tiernan bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Thong Song attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Tiernan slips under a jab from Thong Song.
Tiernan throws a counter combo.
Thong Song swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tiernan buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Tiernan throws a low kick, looking for Thong Song's leg but Thong Song calmly moves out of range.
A telegraphed right hand from Tiernan misses the target. #T3#
Thong Song looks to score with a jab to the body but Tiernan is just out of range.
Tiernan swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Tiernan misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Thong Song.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tiernan. Thong Song does a little dance to reset his feet.
Conor Tiernan has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Nice sprawl there from Tiernan as Thong Song shoots in.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Chang Thong Song. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Tiernan avoids a punch combination nicely.
Thong Song connects with a nice looking jab.
Tiernan slips under a jab.
Tiernan misses with a hook.
Thong Song throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#T4#
Thong Song throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tiernan sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Thong Song scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Tiernan works Thong Song's body with a nice hook.
Tiernan on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
A decent looking cross lands there for Tiernan.
Thong Song dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Tiernan. That did some damage!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Thong Song takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Tiernan throws a body shot but no joy.
Thong Song lands a jab.
Thong Song throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tiernan thows a left - swing and a miss!

And that's the end of the fight!
Conor Tiernan comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Thong Song 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 Tarja Halkonen scores the fight 29:28
Judge Arvi Lind scores the fight 29:28
Judge Matti Vanhoillinen scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Chang Thong Song!

Chang Thong Song managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Red Light Coffeeshop, into his post fight interview.

 

Event: MMAHelsinki - 164     
Date:   Jan 24, 2018
#R1#
Zackrisson connects with a good right hand that stumbles Thong Song. Thong Song circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Thong Song throws a body punch but Zackrisson moves out of range.
Thong Song ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Zackrisson moves away.
Zackrisson swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Zackrisson moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Thong Song misses with a wild body shot.
Zackrisson checks a leg kick.
Thong Song gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Zackrisson counters with a flying knee. Nice.
Thong Song throws a body punch but Zackrisson moves out of range.
Zackrisson let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
A jab from Thong Song misses.
Zackrisson follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Zackrisson fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zackrisson throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Thong Song counters with a stiff right hand.
Zackrisson throws a half hearted mid kick.
Zackrisson looks for the body kick but Thong Song saw that one coming.
Zackrisson connects with a jab.#T1#
A looping hook to the body misses from Zackrisson. Thong Song does a little dance to reset his feet.
Thong Song fires out a quick counter leg kick but Zackrisson just manages to avoid it.
Good leg kick by Thong Song there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Zackrisson fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Thong Song connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Zackrisson throws a looping overhand right but Thong Song ducks down to avoid it.
Thong Song is looking to counter punch.
Zackrisson misses with a hook to the body
and Thong Song counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Gabriel Zackrisson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Thong Song 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.
Zackrisson throws a leg kick that is checked
and Thong Song counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Zackrisson throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Thong Song.
Thong Song throws an off balance right hand
and Zackrisson counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Thong Song avoids the body shot from Zackrisson.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Zackrisson is looking to land body kicks.
A cross from Zackrisson lands.#T2#
A slow jab from Thong Song misses its intended target.
Zackrisson moves out of range of the strikes.
Thong Song takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Zackrisson throws a body kick that misses.
A lazy body kick from Zackrisson
and Zackrisson takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Zackrisson goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Zackrisson fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Zackrisson misses with a looping right.
Thong Song throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Thong Song misses with a hook. Zackrisson ducked under it nicely.
An inside leg kick from Thong Song misses.
Zackrisson appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
A clash of legs there as Thong Song blocks the low kick.
Zackrisson tries to land a front kick but Thong Song steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Thong Song swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#T3#
A big right from Zackrisson misses.
Zackrisson attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
It appears Thong Song was looking to counter with a kick there.
Zackrisson uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Thong Song.
Thong Song with a poor takedown
and Zackrisson counters with a nice low kick that buckles Thong Song's knee momentarily.
Zackrisson uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Thong Song.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Zackrisson! But no joy.
Thong Song defending well as Zackrisson loads up on a big left hand.
Thong Song is looking to counter punch.
Zackrisson motions for Thong Song to come forward. Zackrisson throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
A jab from Zackrisson misses.
Zackrisson throws a body punch but Thong Song moves out of range.
Thong Song takes a swing at Zackrisson's ribcage but misses.
A chopping leg kick lands by Zackrisson.
A low kick from Zackrisson is predictable there
and Thong Song counters with a nice uppercut.
Zackrisson lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.#T4#
Zackrisson pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Thong Song connects with the punch.
Thong Song throws a body punch but Zackrisson moves out of range.
A chopping leg kick lands by Zackrisson.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Thong Song misses with a left hand
and Zackrisson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Zackrisson avoids the body shot from Thong Song.
Thong Song lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Zackrisson backs up against the cage.
Thong Song moves out of range of the body kick from Zackrisson.
Thong Song looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Thong Song misses with an uppercut. Zackrisson saw that one coming.
Zackrisson stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Zackrisson throws a body kick that misses
and Thong Song connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Thong Song will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Chang Thong Song. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Zackrisson looks to throw a body kick
and Thong Song counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Gabriel Zackrisson dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Zackrisson avoids the body shot from Thong Song.
A chopping leg kick lands by Zackrisson.
Zackrisson misses with an uppercut
and Thong Song counters with a slapping leg kick.
Good exchange - Thong Song coming out on top.
Zackrisson misses with a hook
and Thong Song counters with a left to the body.
Thong Song closes the distance and clinches up with Zackrisson, looking for a takedown. Thong Song pushes Zackrisson against the cage but Zackrisson circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Thong Song fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Zackrisson.
Zackrisson has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Zackrisson there as he acknowledges the shot.
Zackrisson misses with a low kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Thong Song bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#TD#
Thong Song shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Zackrisson manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Thong Song trying to control the position from guard on top but Zackrisson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1#
Zackrisson pulls Thong Song in close to his closed guard and prevents Thong Song from doing any damage or advancing position.
Thong Song engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #ES2#
Zackrisson pushes Thong Song off and gets back to his feet.
Zackrisson lands an overhand right.#T2#
Zackrisson gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Thong Song ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Zackrisson moves away.
Zackrisson throws a jab when Thong Song was well out of range.
Thong Song moves away from the strike by Zackrisson.
Zackrisson lands a slapping body shot.
Zackrisson misses with a body shot
and Thong Song counters with a nice kick to the body.
Thong Song swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Zackrisson.
Zackrisson looks to score with a jab to the body but Thong Song is just out of range.
Thong Song takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
An inside leg kick lands from Thong Song.
Gabriel Zackrisson seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Zackrisson keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Thong Song.
Thong Song misses with a wild body shot. #T3#
Thong Song uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Zackrisson.
Thong Song lands a front kick.
Zackrisson lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Zackrisson staying out of range there.
A little jabbing left from Zackrisson on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Zackrisson swings widly with a right hand
and Thong Song counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Zackrisson takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Zackrisson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Thong Song manages to avoid it.
Thong Song moves out of range of the body kick.
Zackrisson misses with a body shot.
Thong Song misses with an uppercut. Zackrisson saw that one coming.
Zackrisson was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Zackrisson is looking to chop away at Thong Song's legs.
Thong Song swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Zackrisson throws a jab when Thong Song was well out of range.
Thong Song keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Thong Song fires out a quick counter leg kick but Zackrisson just manages to avoid it.#T4#
Thong Song takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Zackrisson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A looping hook to the body misses from Thong Song. Zackrisson does a little dance to reset his feet.
A left lands for Thong Song.
Zackrisson throws a hook but Thong Song blocks it.
Zackrisson misses with a kick to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Zackrisson throws a jab when Thong Song was well out of range.
Zackrisson throws a hook but Thong Song blocks it.
Zackrisson walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Thong Song checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Thong Song fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Zackrisson has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Zackrisson checks a low kick from Thong Song.
Thong Song ducks under a wild hook from Zackrisson.
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 Chang Thong Song 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. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Zackrisson throws an off balance right hand
and Thong Song counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Zackrisson slips a straight right by Thong Song.
Zackrisson fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Thong Song has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Zackrisson tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Thong Song was well out of range. Poor timing from Zackrisson.
Thong Song fires out a quick counter leg kick but Zackrisson just manages to avoid it.
Thong Song throws a hook to the side of Zackrisson's head but Zackrisson sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Gabriel Zackrisson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Thong Song throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Thong Song thuds a left hand into Zackrisson's body.
Thong Song slips a jab from Zackrisson.
Zackrisson ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zackrisson throws an off balance right hand
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Thong Song connects with a looping right hand.
Thong Song steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Zackrisson.
A nice inside leg kick there by Zackrisson. That's going to slow Thong Song down. #T1#
Thong Song throws a shot from downtown. Zackrisson moves away and avoids it.
Zackrisson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Thong Song moves away.
Thong Song was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Zackrisson pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
A counter left hand to the body from Thong Song misses its target.
Zackrisson misses with a body punch
and Thong Song counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Thong Song fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Thong Song takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Nice straight punches there by Thong Song. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Thong Song.
Thong Song just misses with a punch to the body.
A slow jab from Zackrisson misses its intended target.
Thong Song checks the leg kick nicely there.
Zackrisson uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Thong Song.
Zackrisson staying out of range there.#T2#
Zackrisson lands with a nice body kick.
Thong Song looks to land a left hand but Zackrisson moved out of range nicely.
Zackrisson throws a leg kick but Thong Song sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Zackrisson misses with a wild body shot.
An attempted straight right counter from Thong Song misses the target.
Zackrisson connects with a solid leg kick.
Zackrisson throws a leg kick that misses.
Zackrisson throws a sloppy head kick and Thong Song moves out of range easily.
Thong Song was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Thong Song uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Zackrisson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Thong Song manages to avoid it.
Zackrisson throws a lazy body kick
and Thong Song counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Zackrisson pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Zackrisson explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.#T3#
A jab from Zackrisson misses.
Thong Song stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Zackrisson.
Thong Song scores with a hook to the body. Zackrisson takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Zackrisson throws a wild body kick that Thong Song sees coming a mile off.
Thong Song tried to counter with a leg kick but Zackrisson avoided it.
Zackrisson lands a nice leg kick that just misses Thong Song's sensitive parts.
Thong Song is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Zackrisson.
Thong Song lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
A nice inside leg kick there by Zackrisson. That's going to slow Thong Song down.
Zackrisson lets loose with a powerful body kick. Thong Song will feel that in the morning.
Thong Song moves out of range of the body kick.
Thong Song feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Zackrisson's calf.
Thong Song misses with a right hand
and Zackrisson counters with a straight right hand.#T4#
Zackrisson throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Zackrisson has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Zackrisson pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Zackrisson takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
A clash of legs there as Thong Song blocks the low kick.
Zackrisson lands a nice looking kick to the body. Thong Song takes a step back to recover.
Thong Song attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Zackrisson misses with a left hand
and Thong Song counters with a slapping leg kick.
Zackrisson steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Thong Song.
Zackrisson thows a left - swing and a miss!
Zackrisson throws a jab but it's blocked by Thong Song.
Zackrisson misses the shot to the body.
Thong Song connects with a looping right hand.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Gabriel Zackrisson.
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 Tarja Halkonen scores the fight 28:29
Judge Arvi Lind scores the fight 28:29
Judge Johanna Lukiainen scores the fight 28:29

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

 

Event: MMAHelsinki - 161     
Date:   Jan 06, 2018
#R1#
Thong Song misses the body punch
and Costel counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Costel 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.
Costel fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Thong Song manages to avoid it.
A big left from Thong Song misses.
A slow jab from Thong Song misses its intended target.
Costel doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Thong Song counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Thong Song throws a jab but it's blocked by Costel.
Costel bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Thong Song changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Costel lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Costel misses with a low kick.
Thong Song lands a high kick!
Thong Song throws a leg kick that misses.
Thong Song throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Costel on the side of the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Costel connects with a jab.
Costel uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Thong Song.
Costel fails with a takedown attempt from distance.#T1#
Thong Song connects with a crisp jab.
Costel throws a right hand that Thong Song ducks under and follows up with a left that Thong Song also avoids with ease.#TD#
Costel shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Costel thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Thong Song's head.
Costel throwing shots but Thong Song is blocking nicely.
Costel keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Thong Song is looking to improve his position.
Thong Song moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Costel is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Costel trying to control but Thong Song is working from the bottom. #T2##SUB2#
Thong Song has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Costel can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Costel trying to control the position from guard on top but Thong Song is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Costel trying to stand up but can't free himself from Thong Song's guard.
Thong Song keeping moving, preventing Costel from controlling successfully.
Thong Song has Costel pulled in close to control his posture. #T3#
Costel throws an elbow that misses. Thong Song uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Costel's guard. Nice move by Thong Song!#REVB##SUB#
Costel is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Costel trying to control the position here.
Costel might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#SUB#
Costel throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Thong Song escapes and throws Costel's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Costel looks to move to half guard but instead Thong Song has passed into mount! Damn!
Costel wants to hold on but Thong Song pushes him away.#T4#
Thong Song looking to control but Costel is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Costel is trying to escape the mount.
Costel bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Costel throws a big right hand that misses.
Thong Song looking to control. #SUB2#
Thong Song throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Costel stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Thong Song swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Thong Song keeping moving, preventing Costel from controlling successfully.
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 Neculai Costel will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Costel avoids a kick to the body.
The fighters circling - Thong Song throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Costel pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Thong Song throws an overhand right that lands on Costel's shoulder, as Costel tries to avoid the shot.
Costel throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Costel looks to land a right hand but Thong Song moved out of range.
Costel misses with a looping right.
Costel looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Thong Song swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Costel shoots and misses
letting Thong Song counter with a right hand.
Costel misses with a hook.
Costel fails to land the takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Thong Song misses with a looping left.
Thong Song lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Thong Song misses with an uppercut.
Thong Song checks a leg kick. #T1#
Costel looks for a takedown but Thong Song sprawls well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Neculai Costel. That's going to take a lot out of him.
No luck for Costel with that takedown attempt.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Thong Song! But no joy.
Costel uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Thong Song.
Costel will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Thong Song takes one to the chin there.
Costel dives in and grabs Thong Song's left leg, looking for a takedown. Thong Song pushes down on Costel's head and hops out.
Costel falls off balance throwing a combination
and Thong Song counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Costel walks into a stiff left hand from Thong Song.
Costel shoots in looking for a takedown but Thong Song manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Costel's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Costel throws an off balance right hand
enabling Thong Song to counter with a crisp jab.
Chang Thong Song is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Costel with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Thong Song to score with a decent uppercut.#T2#
Thong Song blocks a head kick by Costel.
Thong Song swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Thong Song scores with a jab to the jaw.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nice jab there from Thong Song.
Costel rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Thong Song counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Nice jab there from Thong Song.
Costel on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Thong Song has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Costel slips a straight right by Thong Song.
Costel tries a head kick but it misses.
Thong Song jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Thong Song fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Costel on the side of the head.
Costel falls off balance throwing a combination
and Thong Song cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Costel walks into a jab.#ROC2#
Costel is rocked!
Thong Song stuffs the takedown.
Good exchange - Costel coming out on top.
Thong Song has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Costel with a lazy takedown attempt
and Thong Song counters with a leg kick.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#T3#
Thong Song moves out of range of the strikes.
Neculai Costel seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Thong Song thuds his right hand into Costel's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Thong Song is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Thong Song scores with a hook.
Oh Costel is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Costel throws a jab when Thong Song was well out of range.
Costel seems to have got his legs back now.
Thong Song changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Costel tries for a takedown but Thong Song circles away easily
and Thong Song counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Thong Song swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Costel.
Thong Song cracks Costel with a right hand to the side of the head.
Thong Song lands with a hook. Costel tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
A nice leg kick lands there from Thong Song.
Chang Thong Song seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Costel misses with a body shot
and Thong Song counters with a nice uppercut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Thong Song uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Costel has time to react.
Thong Song drops a shoulder and throws an uppercut that cracks Costel right on the button. Costel goes down! Thong Song follows him to the mat and finishes the job with more strikes! Thong Song gets the win via TKO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Chang Thong Song!
Chang Thong Song very nearly forgot to thank Red Light Coffeeshop amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.
Neculai Costel spoke after the fight, saying 'You win some, you lose some. I have to give it to Hess, he was sneakyer tonight.'.

 

Event: MMAHelsinki - 158     
Date:   Dec 13, 2017
#R1#
Pake throws a sloppy head kick
and Thong Song counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Pake throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Nice sprawl there from Pake as Thong Song shoots in.
Pake swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Pake throws a poor cross that misses
enabling Thong Song to counter with a crisp jab.
Pake dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Pake throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Thong Song only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Pake takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Pake jabbing away but nothing is landing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pake throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Pake paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Thong Song pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Pake misses with a hook to the body
and Thong Song counters with a nice kick to the body. #T1#
Pake throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Thong Song swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Thong Song throws a chopping leg kick but Pake manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Pake throws a looping overhand right but Thong Song ducks down to avoid it.
Thong Song flicks out a counter leg kick but Pake steps away.
Pake lands with an uppercut that bounces Thong Song off the cage and back into range.
Pake displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Thong Song throws out the jab.
Derui Pake is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Thong Song digs a good hook to Pake's body.
Pake throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Thong Song fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Pake throws a big counter combination but Thong Song scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Pake tries to bum rush Thong Song with a series of wild strikes but Thong Song uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Pake scores with a nice right hand. #T2#
Thong Song shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Pake as he jumps to the side.
Derui Pake has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Chang Thong Song.
Pake throws a leg kick but Thong Song sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Thong Song missing with a left hand there. Pake was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Thong Song misses with a lunging right hand
and Pake connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Pake throws out a loose jab but Thong Song uses good head movement to avoid it.
Thong Song fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Pake manages to avoid it.
Pake lands a head kick!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Thong Song throws a leg kick that is checked
and Pake counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Pake throws a leg kick #CL2#
and Thong Song counters by moving into the clinch.
Pake softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#T3#
Pake tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
A head punch on the inside from Pake fails to land.
Thong Song misses with a hook to the ribs.
Thong Song scores with a shot to the side of Pake's head.
Pake misses with a punch on the inside.
Pake blocks a body shot from Thong Song.
Thong Song avoids the elbow strike from Pake, against the cage.
Pake stalling the fight.
Thong Song lands a nice shot to the body.
Pake stalling against the cage.
Pake tries to work over Thong Song's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Pake has a couple of punches blocked by Thong Song.
Pake throws a head punch that misses.
Thong Song lands a body shot in the clinch. #T4#
Thong Song prevents a body shot from Pake.
Pake tries to throw a body punch but Thong Song avoids it by throwing Pake back against the cage.
Pake fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Pake missing with knees to the body.
Thong Song blocks a body shot from Pake.
Pake is stalling here.
Thong Song has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Pake seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Thong Song can turn it around.
Pake swings away with an uppercut that misses.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Pake.
Pake has a couple of punches blocked by Thong Song.
Pake blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Pake working aggressively here.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Pake.
Thong Song blocking some punches.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Thong Song.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Derui Pake dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
A cross from Thong Song lands.
Thong Song moves into range and connects with a jab.
Pake tries a head kick but it misses.
Pake throws a body shot but no joy.
Thong Song with the counter takedown but Pake avoids it easily.
Thong Song uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Pake.
Pake throws a leg kick which misses Thong Song's front leg but catches the back leg as Thong Song tries to avoid it. #CL2#
Thong Song has closed the distance and engaged Pake in a clinch.
Pake misses with a punch on the inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pake misses with a hook to the ribs.
Pake lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Derui Pake has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Pake lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Pake lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Still in the clinch, Thong Song scores with a nice short uppercut.#T1#
Pake stalling against the cage.
Pake misses with a punch on the inside.
Pake scores with a hook to the body.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Thong Song.
Thong Song blocks an uppercut.
Pake lands a left hand that snaps the head of Thong Song backwards.
Thong Song digs a right hand underneath Pake's ribcage. Pake let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Thong Song avoiding damage as Pake throws knees to the body.
Pake looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Thong Song tries to score a body lock takedown but Pake shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Thong Song working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Thong Song misses with a punch on the inside.
Thong Song on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body. #T2#
Thong Song scores with a nice hook to the head.
Pake misses with the head strike.
Pake throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Pake throws a head punch that misses.
Pake lands a left hand that snaps the head of Thong Song backwards.
Pake has a couple of punches blocked by Thong Song.
Pake with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Pake is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Thong Song can do to turn this around?
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!
Pake misses with a hook from the clinch.
Pake tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Thong Song lands a shoulder strike.
Thong Song tries a body shot but Pake blocks it.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Thong Song.
Thong Song blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Pake lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Pake tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Thong Song's elbow. #T3#
Thong Song swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Pake throws a head punch that misses.
Thong Song lands a nice shot to the body.
A bit of stalling here from Pake.
Thong Song swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Pake misses with the head strike. #TD2#
Thong Song decides to pull guard. #SUB2#
Thong Song working for a triangle but Pake defends it easily. #SUB2#
Thong Song is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Pake is aware though and is defending well.#T4##SUB2#
Thong Song is looking for a triangle but Pake pushes his legs off easily.
Pake stands and throws Thong Song's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Thong Song sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Pake keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#SUB2#
Thong Song is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Pake pulls his head out easily.
Pake takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Thong Song trying to hold on to Pake's head to control him but Pake postures up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Derui Pake dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R3#
Thong Song scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Pake doesn't seem bothered though.
Thong Song slips a straight right by Pake.
Pake looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Pake throws a head kick that misses
letting Thong Song counter with a right hand.
Pake throws a right hand that Thong Song ducks under and follows up with a left that Thong Song also avoids with ease.
Thong Song steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Pake.
Pake 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.
Thong Song lands with a cross.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Thong Song avoids the head kick by Pake.
Pake connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Pake missing with a left hand there. Thong Song was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #T1#
Pake misses the shot to the body.
Pake just misses with a punch to the body.
An inside leg kick from Pake misses.
Thong Song appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Pake throws a right and a left that both miss.
Thong Song doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Thong Song slips a jab from Pake.
Pake dips to his left and cracks Thong Song with an uppercut!#TD2#
Thong Song dives in and scores a takedown into Pake's guard.
Pake is controlling Thong Song's posture.
Pake controls Thong Song momentarily but Thong Song frees himself.
Thong Song trying to control but Pake is working from the bottom.
Chang Thong Song has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2##SUB2#
Thong Song is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Thong Song being controlled here momentarily.
Pake keeping moving, preventing Thong Song from controlling successfully.
Thong Song passes Pake's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Derui Pake is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T3#
Pake wants to improve his position but Thong Song is controlling well.
Thong Song is thwarting Pake's attempts to control the position.
Pake trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Thong Song manages to pass to mount!
Thong Song prevents Pake from getting the reversal.
Thong Song sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Pake tries to lock up and control but Thong Song gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T4#
Pake is desperately trying to improve his position but Thong Song has a good base and remains in mount.
Pake is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Holding Cell, so we'll see if he gets out of it.#SUB2#
Thong Song swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Pake is now in Thong Song's guard. A big mistake from Thong Song there, giving up the dominant position! #SUB2#
Thong Song throws his legs up looking for a submission but Pake uses it to pass to side control. #SUB#
Pake is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Thong Song knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Thong Song wants to control but Pake postures up.

And that's the end of the fight!
Derui Pake showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Pake, 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 Roosa Järviläinen scores the fight 30:27
Judge Ben Zyskovitsi scores the fight 30:27
Judge Arvi Lind scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Derui Pake!

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

 

Event: MMAHelsinki - 154     
Date:   Nov 19, 2017
#R1#
I Can throws a lazy right hand but Thong Song sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
It seemed like Thong Song was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Thong Song walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
I Can throws a right hand that misses
and Thong Song counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Thong Song fakes high and swings low for a body shot but I Can manages to avoid it.
Thong Song with a hook.
I Can looks to score with a jab to the body but Thong Song is just out of range.
Thong Song pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
I Can throws a right hand that misses
and Thong Song cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Thong Song uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from I Can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
I Can missing with a left hand there. Thong Song was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Thong Song pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
I Can throws an overhand right that lands on Thong Song's shoulder, as Thong Song tries to avoid the shot. #TD2#
Thong Song shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. I Can is trying to defend but Thong Song finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.#T1##SUB2#
Thong Song is working for a kimura but I Can is defending it quite comfortably.
I Can has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Thong Song is working away from the top position though.
Thong Song is figuring out what he wants to do next.
I Can is trying to maintain the position but Thong Song is very close to passing his half guard.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Thong Song is looking to advance position but I Can won't allow it.
I Can trying to control here.
I Can makes his way to full guard. A much better position for I Can.
I Can 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#
Thong Song tries to roll over but I Can keeps him under control.
Thong Song is refusing to be controlled, as I Can sits in half guard. #T3#
I Can perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Thong Song wants to improve his position but I Can is controlling well. #SUB#
I Can seems to be working for a kimura but Thong Song defends the submission attempt.
I Can trying to pass the guard but Thong Song defending well. #SUB#
I Can is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB#
I Can is trying to work for a kimura but Thong Song is defending well.
I Can tries to pass to full mount but Thong Song defends it.
Thong Song is trying to control but can't.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
I Can is trying to control the action in half guard but Thong Song is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
I Can connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
A swing and a miss from I Can.
Thong Song slips under a jab.
Thong Song moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Chang Thong Song will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
I Can lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Thong Song ducks under a wild hook from I Can.
Thong Song slips under a jab.
I Can takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
I Can misses with a left hand
and Thong Song counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Thong Song throws the left hand but I Can avoids the punch easily.
I Can is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
I Can takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
I Can throws a lazy uppercut
letting Thong Song counter with a right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Thong Song connects with a crisp jab.
I Can slips a straight right by Thong Song.
Thong Song avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Thong Song works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.#T1#
A nice inside leg kick there by Thong Song. That's going to slow I Can down.
I Can ducks under a wild hook from Thong Song.
I Can tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Thong Song was well out of range. Poor timing from I Can.
Thong Song jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Thong Song's corner calls for a 1-2. Thong Song obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Thong Song lands a straight punch to the body, keeping I Can at a distance.
Thong Song throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck I Can on the side of the head.
Thong Song lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
I Can misses with a jab, cross combination.
A slow jab from I Can misses its intended target.
Thong Song has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
I Can throws a combination that misses
and Thong Song counters with a lovely shot to the body.
A swing and a miss from I Can.
Thong Song is trying to counter with his kicks.#T2#
Thong Song lands a jab to the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
I Can fails with a takedown attempt.
Thong Song is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
I Can connects with a body shot that sends Thong Song's belly button to the back.
I Can staying out of range there.
I Can misses with a telegraphed body shot
and I Can takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
A decent looking cross lands there for Thong Song.
I Can misses with a wild body shot.
Thong Song digs a good body shot into I Can's ribs.
I Can misses with a wild combination. #T3#
I Can throws a poor cross that misses
and Thong Song counters with a lovely straight right hand!
I Can misses with the combination.
I Can throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Thong Song.
I Can is really struggling to find his range with his punches. Thong Song's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.
I Can lands with a nice body punch.
I Can swinging wildly here.
I Can will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
I Can avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T4#
I Can misses with a takedown attempt
and Thong Song counters with a left to the body.
I Can misses with a hook. Thong Song ducked under it nicely.
Thong Song is looking to land body kicks.
Thong Song swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by I Can.
Thong Song moves away from the strike by I Can.
Chang Thong Song seems to be getting the better of the standup.
I Can tries to score a power double leg takedown but Thong Song sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten I Can somewhat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Because I Can. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Thong Song keeps I Can at a distance using the push kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Chang Thong Song showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Thong Song looks to land a left hand but I Can moved out of range nicely.
I Can connects with the punch.
Thong Song uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from I Can.
I Can throws the left hand but Thong Song avoids the punch easily.
Thong Song has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Thong Song wants to slow I Can down by chopping away at his legs.
Thong Song swings away with a body shot that misses
and I Can counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Thong Song is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
I Can throws a lazy uppercut
enabling Thong Song to counter with a crisp jab.
Thong Song lands with an overhand left.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
I Can throws an off balance right hand
and Thong Song connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Thong Song cracks I Can with a right hand to the side of the head.
Thong Song pulls out of a head kick attempt.
I Can swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Thong Song explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.#T1#
I Can throws a poor cross that misses
and I Can takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
I Can with a lazy takedown attempt
and I Can takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Thong Song uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from I Can.
I Can takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Thong Song goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
I Can throws a shot from downtown. Thong Song moves away and avoids it.
Thong Song fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
I Can pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Thong Song throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Thong Song scores with a head kick.
Thong Song pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Because I Can has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
I Can looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.#T2#
I Can throws a right hand that misses
and Thong Song counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Thong Song dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on I Can. That did some damage!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
I Can falls off balance throwing a combination
and Thong Song counters with a lovely straight right hand!
I Can swings and misses with a hook to the body.
I Can waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Thong Song.
Thong Song feints a counter leg kick.
I Can gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
I Can tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Thong Song swivels and escapes.
I Can throws a poor cross that misses
and Thong Song counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
I Can takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.#TD2#
Thong Song scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3##SUB2#
Thong Song tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
I Can might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#SUB2#
Thong Song working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
I Can is looking to regain half guard here but Thong Song keeps moving and retains side control. #T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
I Can looking for a sweep but Thong Song has passed into full mount! Oh no!
I Can is wriggling around trying to escape.
Thong Song can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as I Can is looking to escape.
Thong Song fails to move to back control. #SUB2#
Thong Song goes for an armbar but he's not got it… I Can turns into him and now he's in Thong Song's guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
Chang Thong Song comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Thong Song 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 Johanna Lukiainen scores the fight 28:29
Judge Marco Blurström scores the fight 27:30
Judge Ben Zyskovitsi scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Chang Thong Song!

Jumping up and down and very excited, Chang Thong Song waved his t-shirt featuring Red Light Coffeeshop's logo in front of the cameras.
Because I Can was interviewed post fight and said 'I'm so handsome i'm not surprised this guy was all over me the way he was!'.

 

Event: MMAHelsinki - 151     
Date:   Nov 03, 2017
#R1#
Jetson stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Jetson wants it to stay on the feet.
Jetson lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Jetson throws a low kick but it's checked well by Thong Song.
Some bone on bone action there as Jetson checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Jetson is looking to land body kicks.
Thong Song throws a shot from downtown. Jetson moves away and avoids it.
Jetson misses with a wild body shot.
A little feinted left hand from Thong Song on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Thong Song dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
We've been informed that Jetson 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.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Jetson.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jetson scores with a head kick. Thong Song tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Thong Song thumps Jetson with a low kick.
Jetson throws a leg kick that is checked
and Thong Song counters with a nice uppercut.
Jetson throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Thong Song stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.#T1#
Thong Song stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Jetson.
Thong Song scores with the left hand. Jetson knows he should have avoided that one. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Jetson working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Thong Song.
Jetson works on Thong Song's body with a couple of short punches.
Thong Song goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Thong Song.
Thong Song is trying to break the clinch but Jetson has him pressed against the cage.
Jetson tries to work over Thong Song's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Thong Song wants to break the clinch but can't. #T2#
Jetson tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Thong Song's elbow.
Thong Song blocks an uppercut.
Thong Song prevents a body shot from Jetson.
Thong Song lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Jetson tries a body shot but Thong Song blocks it.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Jetson creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Thong Song blocks an uppercut.
Thong Song lands with a short punch from the clinch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#BC#
Thong Song breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Thong Song steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Jetson.
Thong Song moves out of range of the body kick from Jetson.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Jetson.
Jetson looks to land a body kick but Thong Song moved away.#T3#
Thong Song misses with a looping left.#CL2#
Jetson instigates a clinch.
Jetson misses with a hook from the clinch.
Thong Song goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Thong Song swings wildly with an uppercut but Jetson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Thong Song misses with some punches.
Jetson blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Jetson tries a body shot but Thong Song blocks it.
Thong Song blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Jetson is leaning against Thong Song and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Thong Song lands a nice uppercut.#T4#
Jetson throws a punch but it's blocked by Thong Song.
A head punch on the inside from Jetson fails to land.
Thong Song throws a punch but it's blocked by Jetson.
Thong Song lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Jetson backwards.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Thong Song.
Jetson lands a nice shot to the body.
A head punch on the inside from Jetson fails to land.
Jetson swings wildly with an uppercut but Thong Song uses good head movement to avoid it.
A head punch on the inside from Jetson fails to land.
Thong Song blocks an uppercut.
Thong Song misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Thong Song misses with the head strike.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Riff Jetson dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Jetson, as that shot connected.
Thong Song moves out of range of the body kick from Jetson.
Jetson misses with a wild combination.
It looked like Thong Song wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Good work by Thong Song as he checks the leg kick.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Jetson.
Thong Song throws an overhand right that lands on Jetson's shoulder, as Jetson tries to avoid the shot.
Jetson throws a head kick that misses. #CL2#
Thong Song gets tackled into the cage by Jetson. Jetson maintains the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Thong Song blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Jetson misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Jetson has a couple of punches blocked by Thong Song. #BC#
Thong Song breaks the clinch. #T1#
Thong Song looks to score with a jab to the body but Jetson is just out of range.
Jetson fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Thong Song is out of range.
Thong Song misses with a wild body shot.
Jetson attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Thong Song moves out of range as Jetson strikes.
Jetson defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Thong Song.
Jetson is looking to clinch.
Thong Song takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Thong Song throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Jetson misses with a kick to the body.
Jetson moves out of range of the body kick from Thong Song.
Thong Song connects with an inside leg kick.#T2#
Thong Song catches Jetson with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
A telegraphed right hand from Thong Song misses the target.
Thong Song takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Thong Song swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Jetson.
Jetson thuds his right hand into Thong Song's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Riff Jetson seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Jetson fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Thong Song is out of range.
Thong Song tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Thong Song misses the jab.
Jetson throws a big shot that misses.
Jetson throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Jetson throws a leg kick but Thong Song sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Thong Song is looking to counter punch.
Good leg kick by Jetson there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud. #T3#
Jetson throws an off balance right hand
and Thong Song counters with a nice body shot.
Thong Song chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Jetson can pounce on him.
Thong Song checks a low kick from Jetson.
A nice inside leg kick there by Jetson. That's going to slow Thong Song down.
Thong Song lands a really nice looking cross but Jetson seems unphased.
Jetson connects with a leg kick. Thong Song looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
An inside leg kick from Thong Song misses.
Jetson motions for Thong Song to come forward. Jetson throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Jetson lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Thong Song shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Jetson ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.#T4#
Thong Song thows a left - swing and a miss!
The fighters circle momentarily. Jetson darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Thong Song throws a leg kick but Jetson moved away.
Jetson is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Thong Song.
Thong Song lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Jetson at a distance.
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!
Thong Song shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Jetson defends it nicely.
Jetson is trying to counter with his kicks.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Chang Thong Song. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Thong Song scoring well with a low kick there.
A bone on bone clash there as Thong Song blocks the leg kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Riff Jetson showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R3#
Thong Song takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Thong Song slips a jab from Jetson.
Jetson throws the kick towards the body but Thong Song avoids it.
Thong Song is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Thong Song jabs Jetson to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Thong Song throws a wild body kick that Jetson sees coming a mile off.
A solid leg kick lands there for Jetson.
A big left from Jetson misses.
Thong Song fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Jetson manages to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jetson tries to close the distance and clinch but Thong Song swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Thong Song is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Jetson misses with an uppercut. Thong Song saw that one coming.
Jetson misses with a combination #TD#
and Thong Song counters with a nice double leg into half guard. #T1#
Thong Song wants to lay and pray for a moment but Jetson keeps working.
Thong Song prevents Jetson from improving his position.
Thong Song tries to pass to full mount but Jetson defends it.
Jetson trying to control here.
Thong Song works his foot free and advances to mount. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Jetson really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Thong Song seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Jetson is holding on tight.
Thong Song tries to control but Jetson wriggling away. #SUB#
Thong Song goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Jetson is on top in guard. #T3#
Jetson wants to control from the top but Thong Song keeps moving. #SUB#
Thong Song working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Jetson has passed into half guard!
Chang Thong Song has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Jetson seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Thong Song does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Jetson looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Thong Song wants to improve his position but Jetson is controlling well. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SUB2#
Jetson is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Thong Song has managed to free his arm - good work.
Jetson is trying to control the action in half guard but Thong Song is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Jetson is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Thong Song has managed to free his arm - good work.

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 Chang Thong Song.
I think Jetson 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 Roosa Järviläinen scores the fight 28:29
Judge Johanna Lukiainen scores the fight 28:29
Judge Arvi Lind scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Riff Jetson!

 

Event: MMAHelsinki - 148     
Date:   Oct 11, 2017
#R1#
Thong Song misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Costel.
Thong Song swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A punch combination from Costel misses. #TD2#
Costel closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Costel lands in his opponent's guard.
Thong Song will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Costel looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SUB#
Thong Song looking for a guillotine here but Costel defends easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Thong Song keeping full guard, as Costel tries to pass. #T1#
Costel trying to control but Thong Song is working from the bottom.
Costel throws a big right hand that misses.
Thong Song has his hands on Costel's head, controlling the position.
Costel is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Costel postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Thong Song is looking for a triangle here but Costel uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Thong Song wants to control but Costel postures up.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB2#
Costel goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Thong Song rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Costel's guard! Nice work there by Thong Song!
Costel trying to keep a closed guard but Thong Song is proving a slippery customer. #SUB2#
Costel had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Thong Song defends it easily.
Costel wants to sweep here but Thong Song controlling him for the moment. #SU#
Thong Song decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
Costel takes a body punch but keeps moving. #T3#
A big left from Thong Song misses.
Thong Song scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Costel doesn't seem bothered though.
Thong Song connects with a solid leg kick.
Costel blocks a head kick by Thong Song.
Costel tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Thong Song defends well and Costel ends up having to push Thong Song into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Chang Thong Song is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Thong Song ducks under a wild hook from Costel.
A low kick from Thong Song misses
and Costel counters with a nice uppercut.
Costel motions for Thong Song to come forward. Costel throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. #TD2#
Costel looking to score a takedown here. Thong Song is defending well but Costel drives through and ends up in Thong Song's guard.
Costel pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Thong Song is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Thong Song is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Costel throws an elbow that misses. Thong Song uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Costel's guard. Nice move by Thong Song!#REVR##T4##SUB2#
Costel throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Thong Song escapes and throws Costel's legs to the side, diving into side control!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB#
Thong Song thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Costel is trying to get back to half guard.
Thong Song has control of an arm but Costel manages to advance to Thong Song's back!
Costel struggling to keep hold of the position.
Costel has the hooks in. Thong Song is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Neculai Costel will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
Costel tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Thong Song counters with an outside leg kick.
Thong Song is looking to slow Costel down with leg kicks.
Costel takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Thong Song lands a lovely overhand right.
Costel swings for the body but Thong Song moves out of range.
Thong Song takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Thong Song takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Costel keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Thong Song.
Thong Song fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Costel on the side of the head.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Costel.
Costel closes the distance and clinches up with Thong Song, looking for a takedown. Costel pushes Thong Song against the cage but Thong Song circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Thong Song appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Costel throws a series of punches but Thong Song 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!
Thong Song connects with a right hand. Costel shakes it off.#T1#
Costel tries for a takedown but Thong Song circles away easily
and Thong Song counters with a nice uppercut.
Chang Thong Song has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Neculai Costel.
Thong Song misses with a straight left.
Costel throws out a counter right but Thong Song avoids it with no problem.
Costel throws a hook but Thong Song blocks it.
Thong Song moves into range and connects with a jab.
Thong Song lands a jab to the head.
Neculai Costel seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Thong Song throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Costel misses with a few strikes there.
Thong Song throws a body shot but no joy.
Nice body punch from Thong Song.
Thong Song swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Thong Song stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Thong Song wants it to stay on the feet.
A telegraphed right hand from Thong Song misses the target.
Costel pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Costel catches Thong Song with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Thong Song moves out of range as Costel throws a body kick. #T2#
Thong Song connects with a jab.
Thong Song with a hook.
Costel shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. #TD2#
Costel closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Costel lands in his opponent's guard.
Costel throws a big elbow that misses.
Costel content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Thong Song is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Thong Song is controlling Costel's posture.
Thong Song working a defensive guard here. #T3#
Costel lands a couple of elbows.
Thong Song keeping moving, preventing Costel from controlling successfully.
Thong Song avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Costel trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Thong Song keeping moving, preventing Costel from controlling successfully.
Costel missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Costel with a flurry of punches that miss. #SUB#
Thong Song looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Thong Song seems keen to control Costel's posture.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Costel working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Costel in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Thong Song keeping moving, preventing Costel from controlling successfully.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Costel content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Costel chips away with some ground and pound.
Thong Song controlling Costel's posture.
Costel trying to control the position from guard on top but Thong Song is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Costel works a leg free and moves into half guard.
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 Chang Thong Song will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Costel scores with a jab to the head. #TD2#
Thong Song gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Thong Song controls Costel momentarily but Costel frees himself.
Thong Song utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Thong Song working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Costel.
Costel passes Thong Song's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Thong Song keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Thong Song is not content to let Costel control the position.
Costel passes to full mount! #T1#
Costel controlling the pace for now.
Costel working Thong Song over with strikes here. #SUB2#
Costel is giving the impression that he's looking to ground and pound but he switches suddenly into a beautiful far side armbar! Thong Song is forced to tap! Great finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:40 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Neculai Costel!
Our winner, Neculai Costel, 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: MMAHelsinki - 144     
Date:   Sep 23, 2017
#R1#
Cassidy lands a nice hook to Thong Song's body. Thong Song takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Thong Song works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Thong Song fails with the takedown.
Thong Song connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Cassidy momentarily.
Thong Song throws a left and a right that both miss
enabling Cassidy to counter with a crisp jab.
Thong Song moves into range and connects with a jab.
Good leg kick by Thong Song there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Thong Song misses with a jab, cross combination.
Cassidy gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Thong Song.
Donk. Thong Song catches Cassidy right on the button with a cross.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Thong Song throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Cassidy.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Thong Song, right into the meat.
Thong Song is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.#T1#
Cassidy misses the jab.
Cassidy lands with a hook. Thong Song tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Cassidy takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Thong Song.
Cassidy bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Thong Song fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Cassidy is out of range.
Cassidy throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Cassidy looks to score with a jab to the body but Thong Song is just out of range.
Cassidy misses with a body punch
and Thong Song counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Cassidy swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Thong Song counters with a body kick.
Nice defenses there by Cassidy.
Thong Song chopping away at his opponent's legs. #T2#
Thong Song digs a good hook to Cassidy's body.
Cassidy avoids the head kick by Thong Song.
It looked like Cassidy wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Thong Song throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Cassidy sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Thong Song misses with a hook
and Cassidy counters with a nice uppercut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Thong Song tries a head kick but it misses.
Cassidy throws a hook but Thong Song blocks it.
Lachlan Cassidy is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Thong Song throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Cassidy throws a body punch but Thong Song moves out of range.
The fight stays on the outside here - Cassidy looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Cassidy fails with an attempt to clinch. #T3#
Thong Song tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Cassidy swivels and escapes.
Lachlan Cassidy has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Chang Thong Song.
Thong Song tries to work over Cassidy's front leg with a kick but Cassidy checks it.
Thong Song displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Cassidy throws out the jab.
Thong Song takes a swing at Cassidy's ribcage but misses.
Thong Song throws out a loose jab but Cassidy uses good head movement to avoid it.
Thong Song has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Cassidy tries to clinch up but Thong Song circles away and keeps his distance.
Cassidy takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Thong Song jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Thong Song fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Cassidy throws a hook but Thong Song avoids it easily.#TD2#
Thong Song manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Cassidy on his heels. He'll look to pass Cassidy's guard now, I'm sure.
Thong Song stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Cassidy swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T4#
Thong Song is still trying to improve position.
Thong Song trying to control but Cassidy is working from the bottom.
Thong Song looking to pass the guard.
Thong Song wants to control from the top but Cassidy keeps moving.
Cassidy pulls Thong Song in close to his closed guard and prevents Thong Song from doing any damage or advancing position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Chang Thong Song dominated that round.
That's time! Cassidy's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
The fighters circle momentarily. Thong Song darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Thong Song avoids the body shot from Cassidy.
Thong Song fails with a takedown attempt.
Thong Song swings for the body but Cassidy moves out of range.
Thong Song moves out of range of the strikes.
Thong Song has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Good exchange - Thong Song coming out on top.#CL#
Cassidy gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Cassidy tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Thong Song tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T1#
Cassidy misses with a punch on the inside.
Thong Song has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Cassidy is working Thong Song over against the cage.
A nice left hand lands by Cassidy. #BC#
Cassidy's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Thong Song swings away with a body shot that misses
and Cassidy counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Cassidy fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Thong Song manages to avoid it.
Cassidy walks into a left hand.
Cassidy misses with a body punch
and Thong Song counters with a nice uppercut.
Nice jab there from Thong Song.
Cassidy moves away from the strike by Thong Song.
Thong Song swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Cassidy counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. #T2#
Thong Song thows a left - swing and a miss!
Cassidy swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Thong Song lands with a straight right. Cassidy didn't see that one coming.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Thong Song throws a looping overhand right but Cassidy ducks down to avoid it.
Thong Song misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Cassidy.
Thong Song thumps Cassidy with a low kick.
Thong Song throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A swing and a miss from Thong Song.
Thong Song lands a head kick. Cassidy smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Good work by Cassidy as he checks the leg kick.
Nice jab there from Cassidy.
Thong Song misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick. #T3#
Thong Song connects with a body shot that sends Cassidy's belly button to the back.
Thong Song connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Cassidy takes a shot right to the bread basket.
A nice combination there by Cassidy.
Cassidy cracks Thong Song with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
A shot to the body from Cassidy misses
and Thong Song counters with an inside leg kick.
Thong Song takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Thong Song lands a right hook to the body.
Thong Song fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Cassidy is out of range. #CL#
Cassidy closes the distance and clinches.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Cassidy is trying to break the clinch but Thong Song has him pressed against the cage.
Thong Song tries to score a body lock takedown but Cassidy shows good agility there to stay on his feet.#T4#
Cassidy has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Thong Song is trying to pull guard but Cassidy turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Lachlan Cassidy has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Chang Thong Song.
Thong Song being controlled against the cage.
Cassidy tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Thong Song's elbow.
Thong Song blocks a body shot from Cassidy.
Thong Song blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Cassidy struggles to land a body shot inside as Thong Song controls his hands.
Cassidy lands with a short punch from the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Chang Thong Song 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#
A looping hook to the body misses from Thong Song. Cassidy does a little dance to reset his feet.
It looked like Cassidy was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Thong Song.
Cassidy takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Cassidy slips a jab from Thong Song.
The crowd cheers as Thong Song lands an impressive looking overhand right. Cassidy doesn't seem phased though.#CL#
Cassidy moves into the clinch.
Cassidy misses with a punch to the body.
Thong Song misses with the head strike.
Good body shot from Cassidy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cassidy misses with a punch to the body.
Cassidy tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Thong Song's elbow.
Cassidy misses with a punch to the body. #T1#
Thong Song keeps control of Cassidy as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Cassidy misses with a punch to the body.
Cassidy takes a shot to the head. #BC#
Cassidy breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Thong Song tries to move into range but Cassidy moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Cassidy is looking to wear down Thong Song with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Cassidy walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Chang Thong Song seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Cassidy avoids a kick to the body.
Thong Song uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Cassidy.
Thong Song tries a head kick but it misses.
Cassidy throwing a counter right hand but Thong Song manages to avoid it.
Cassidy checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Cassidy blocks a jab.
Lachlan Cassidy has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Chang Thong Song is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Thong Song stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Thong Song throws a hook but Cassidy avoids it easily.
Thong Song shoots in looking for a takedown but Cassidy manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Thong Song's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Cassidy tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Thong Song paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Cassidy tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Thong Song was well out of range. Poor timing from Cassidy.
Cassidy throws a series of punches but Thong Song moves out of range.
Cassidy throws a body punch but Thong Song moves out of range.
Cassidy tries to clinch but Thong Song moves out of range.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Thong Song shoots in for a takedown but Cassidy shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Thong Song throws a head kick that misses
letting Cassidy counter with a right hand.
Cassidy takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Thong Song fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Cassidy manages to avoid it.#T3#
Cassidy misses with a hook. Thong Song ducked under it nicely.
Cassidy looks to land a left hand but Thong Song moved out of range nicely.
Thong Song looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Thong Song moves away from the strike by Cassidy.
Jab by Thong Song.
Thong Song circles away from the clinch attempt.
Nice jab there from Thong Song.
Thong Song cracks Cassidy with an open hand slap.
Thong Song fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Cassidy.
Cassidy tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Thong Song was well out of range. Poor timing from Cassidy.
Thong Song uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Cassidy.
Cassidy lands a jab to the head. #T4#
Cassidy tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Chang Thong Song seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Cassidy keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Thong Song misses with a hook.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Thong Song throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Cassidy counters with a huge left! Thong Song is in big trouble! He's backing up but Cassidy isn't giving him chance to recover. Under a barage of punches the ref has to step in to save Thong Song from any more damage. A dominating finish by Cassidy!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:23 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Lachlan Cassidy!
Lachlan Cassidy really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Red Light Coffeeshop logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.

 

Event: MMAHelsinki - 139     
Date:   Aug 19, 2017
#R1#
Pake throws a head kick that misses
and Thong Song connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Thong Song misses with a hook to the body
and Pake counters with a head kick.
Thong Song looks to land a left hand but Pake moved out of range nicely.
Thong Song feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Pake's calf.
Thong Song 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.
Pake has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Pake there as he acknowledges the shot.
Thong Song misses with a jab to the body
and Pake connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Thong Song swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Pake throws a right hand that Thong Song ducks under and follows up with a left that Thong Song also avoids with ease.
Pake throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Thong Song's head.
Thong Song throws a big shot that misses.
Thong Song 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!
Pake's corner calls for a 1-2. Pake obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. #T1##TD#
Thong Song shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.#SUB#
Thong Song is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #ES2#
Pake kicks Thong Song off and gets back to his feet.
Thong Song looks to land a left hand but Pake moved out of range nicely.
Pake slaps away a takedown attempt from Thong Song, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Pake appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Pake rushes Thong Song and starts throwing punches like they are going out of style! Thong Song is up against the cage and has nowhere to go. Pake piles on the pressure and Thong Song crumples to the floor! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Derui Pake!
Derui Pake is the new featherweight champion!
A victorious Derui Pake thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

 

Event: MMAHelsinki - 134     
Date:   Jul 22, 2017
#R1##CL2#
Jetson fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Thong Song, pushing him back against the cage.
Thong Song blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Thong Song goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A short uppercut from Thong Song.
Thong Song 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.
Thong Song tries to pull guard but Jetson holds him up against the cage and eventually Thong Song drops back down to his feet.
Jetson throws a head punch that misses.
Jetson misses with some punches.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Jetson.
Thong Song tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Jetson smiles and moves away. #CL2#
Jetson closes the distance and pushes Thong Song back into the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jetson struggles to land a body shot inside as Thong Song controls his hands.
Jetson misses with a punch on the inside. #T1##BC#
Thong Song breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
A slapping body kick lands there for Jetson.
Jetson tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Thong Song paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Thong Song throws a body punch but Jetson moves out of range.
Jetson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Thong Song misses with a lunging right hand
and Jetson counters with a nice uppercut.
Thong Song throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Jetson.
Thong Song lands a nice looking kick to the body. Jetson takes a step back to recover.
Jetson throws a combination that misses
and Jetson takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
A slapping body kick lands there for Thong Song.
Jetson throws a sloppy body shot
and Thong Song counters with a straight right hand.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Thong Song misses with a lunging right hand
and Jetson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A shot to the body from Thong Song misses
and Jetson counters with a nice uppercut.
Thong Song misses with a looping left.#T2#
Thong Song misses with a body shot.
Jetson fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Thong Song has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Riff Jetson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A big right from Jetson misses.
Jetson moves out of range as Thong Song strikes.
Jetson swings away with a leg kick that misses.
An attempted straight right counter from Thong Song misses the target.
Jetson uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Thong Song.
It seemed like Jetson was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Thong Song moves away from the strike by Jetson.
Jetson lands with an overhand left.
Jetson slips under a jab.
Jetson throws a shot from downtown. Thong Song moves away and avoids it.
Thong Song connects with a right hand. Jetson shakes it off.
Jetson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Thong Song moves away.
Thong Song lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash. #T3#
Jetson looks to land a body kick but Thong Song moved away.
A big right from Jetson misses.
An attempted straight right counter from Thong Song misses the target.
Thong Song turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Jetson pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Thong Song swings for the body but Jetson moves out of range.
Jetson swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Thong Song.
Jetson stuffs the takedown attempt from Thong Song. Thong Song gets slowly back to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Chang Thong Song. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Jetson throws a lazy uppercut
and Thong Song counters with a stiff right hand.
Jetson misses the jab.
Thong Song throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Thong Song is looking to score with low kicks.
Thong Song lands with a thumping leg kick. #T4#
Thong Song thows a left - swing and a miss!
Jetson moves into range and connects with a jab.
Jetson moves into range and connects with a jab.
Jetson lets loose with a powerful body kick. Thong Song will feel that in the morning.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Thong Song takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Thong Song lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Jetson catches Thong Song with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Jetson takes one to the side of the head.
Jetson looks to clinch
letting Thong Song counter with a right hand.
Thong Song takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Thong Song walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Jetson checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Thong Song shoots in for a takedown but Jetson shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Jetson throws a nice looking combination but Thong Song bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Riff Jetson will probably get the nod.
That's time! Thong Song's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Jetson throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Thong Song swings for the body but Jetson moves out of range.
Thong Song lands with a thumping leg kick.
Jetson defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Thong Song.
Jetson lands with a straight right. Thong Song didn't see that one coming.
Jetson fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Thong Song looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Thong Song lands a leg kick that knocks Jetson off balance momentarily.
Riff Jetson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Thong Song swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Jetson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Thong Song manages to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Thong Song is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Thong Song throws a jab when Jetson was well out of range.
Thong Song takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.#CL2#
Jetson clinches up against the cage.
Thong Song is trying to push Jetson away but Jetson has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.#T1#
Thong Song lands a body shot in the clinch.
Jetson can't find room to land a body shot as Thong Song controls the action.
Thong Song tries to work over Jetson's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Jetson makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Thong Song misses with a short punch on the inside.
Jetson lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Jetson misses with the head strike.
Jetson misses with a punch on the inside.
Thong Song is looking to break free of the clinch but Jetson has double underhooks.
Thong Song swings wildly with an uppercut but Jetson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jetson misses with a shot to the kidneys. #T2#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Jetson.
Jetson is leaning against Thong Song and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Jetson tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Thong Song's elbow.
A head punch on the inside from Thong Song fails to land.
Thong Song gets through Jetson's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Thong Song lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Thong Song blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Jetson misses with a body punch.
Thong Song misses with a punch on the inside. #BC2#
Jetson breaks from the clinch.
Thong Song dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Jetson swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Jetson misses with a series of wild punches. #T3#
Jetson is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Jetson is looking to slow Thong Song down with leg kicks.
Jetson connects with a crisp jab.
Jetson scores with a jab to the head.
Jetson avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Jetson motions for Thong Song to come forward. Jetson throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Thong Song throws a leg kick that is checked
enabling Jetson to counter with a crisp jab.
Thong Song moves out of range as Jetson strikes.
Jetson misses with a right hand
and Thong Song counters with a stiff right hand.
Thong Song lands with a right hand. #T4#
Thong Song lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Jetson lands with a shot to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jetson goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Thong Song sizes up Jetson with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Thong Song scores with the left hand. Jetson knows he should have avoided that one.
Thong Song throws a leg kick but Jetson checks it.
Jetson follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Jetson swings widly with a right hand
and Thong Song counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Thong Song jabs Jetson to the body, keeping him at a distance.
A low kick from Jetson misses
and Thong Song counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Thong Song walks into a straight right hand from Jetson.
Thong Song just misses with a punch to the body.
Thong Song takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Jetson takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
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 Chang Thong Song will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R3#
Jetson turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Jetson finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Jetson lets loose with a powerful body kick. Thong Song will feel that in the morning.
Thong Song throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Jetson misses with a right hand
and Thong Song counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Jetson defending well as Thong Song loads up on a big left hand.
Thong Song throws a hook but Jetson blocks it.
Jetson dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Thong Song. That did some damage!
Thong Song misses with a leg kick
and Jetson counters with a nice body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jetson digs a good hook to Thong Song's body.
Thong Song looks to land a left hand but Jetson moved out of range nicely.
Thong Song scores with a jab to the head.
Jetson throws a lazy uppercut #TD#
so Thong Song counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility. #T1#
Thong Song is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Thong Song tries to free his leg and advance position but Jetson is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Jetson working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Thong Song has passed into half guard!
Thong Song with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #SUB#
Thong Song is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Jetson sees it coming and defends easily.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Thong Song looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Jetson is looking for a sweep. Thong Song is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Thong Song is trying to work for a kimura but Jetson is defending well.
Jetson keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount. #SUB2#
Jetson looking for submissions off his back.#T3##SUB#
Thong Song seems to be looking for submissions.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Jetson is trying to get back to full guard.
Jetson is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Thong Song jumps into side control!
Thong Song advances to mount. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Jetson wants to control but Thong Song is having none of it.
Jetson tries to control Thong Song's body but Thong Song pushes him off. Jetson squirms to his side and now Thong Song has his back!
Thong Song not allowing Jetson to control his hands.
A lull in the action here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Jetson is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Chang Thong Song clearly takes 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.
#R4#
Jetson thuds his right hand into Thong Song's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Horrible takedown attempt by Thong Song or perhaps it was just good defense by Jetson, which made it look bad.
Jetson throws a hook to the side of Thong Song's head but Thong Song sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Thong Song was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
A good leg kick by Jetson.
Thong Song misses with an uppercut. Jetson saw that one coming.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jetson loads up on a big right hand but Thong Song slips the punch.
Jetson takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Jetson throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Thong Song sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Thong Song seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Thong Song fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Jetson on the side of the head.#T1#
Nice jab there from Jetson.
Jetson lands with a thumping leg kick.
Jetson throws a lazy uppercut
and Thong Song makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Thong Song avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Thong Song misses with a body kick.
Jetson looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.#TD#
Thong Song closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Jetson's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Thong Song trying to control the position from guard on top but Jetson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Jetson looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #SUB#
Thong Song drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Jetson manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Thong Song has Jetson in his guard.#REVB##T2##SUB2#
Jetson drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Thong Song dives on top into guard.#REVR#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Thong Song postures up.
Jetson looking to hit a scissor sweep but Thong Song is one step ahead there.
Thong Song wants to control from the top but Jetson keeps moving. #T3#
Jetson working a defensive guard here.
Thong Song trying to control the position from guard on top but Jetson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Jetson keeping full guard, as Thong Song tries to pass. #SUB2#
Jetson has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Thong Song can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Our spies down at at GWad's Playpen inform us that Jetson has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Thong Song pushing down on Jetson's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Thong Song is trying to control the action in half guard but Jetson is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Jetson trying to control from the bottom.
Thong Song is keen to just control but Jetson is a slippery customer.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Jetson is trying to maintain the position but Thong Song is very close to passing his half guard.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Thong Song blocks a head kick by Jetson.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close fourth round but I would say that Chang Thong Song will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R5#
Jetson throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Thong Song misses with a leg kick.
Thong Song is trying hard to land a takedown here. Jetson sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Thong Song looks to land a right hand but Jetson moved out of range.
Thong Song rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Jetson counters with a stiff right hand.
Jetson throws a body kick, spinning off balance
enabling Thong Song to counter with a crisp jab.
Jetson ducks under a wild hook from Thong Song.
A thudding body kick lands there by Jetson!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jetson moves out of range of the leg kick from Thong Song.
Jetson rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Thong Song moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
A shot to the liver by Jetson. Beautiful body shot.
Jetson looking to land some kicks to the body here. #T1#
Jetson keeps Thong Song at a distance using the push kick.
Jetson misses with a hook.
Jetson dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Jetson blocks a jab.
Jetson scores with a punch to the head.
Jetson is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Thong Song.
Jetson moves out of range of the strikes.
A nice side step and Jetson releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Jetson takes a jab right on the kisser.
The fighters circling - Jetson throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Jetson fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Thong Song looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Jetson is fending him off so far but Thong Song persists. Nope, Jetson circles away and we're back to standing.
Jetson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Thong Song.
Thong Song was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Riff Jetson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Thong Song scores with a hook.
Jetson lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Jetson thumps Thong Song with a low kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#CL2#
Jetson rushes Thong Song and presses him up against the cage.
Thong Song is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Thong Song.
Jetson softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Jetson misses with a punch on the inside.
Jetson misses with the head strike.
Jetson throws a head punch that misses.
Jetson lands with a short punch from the clinch.
A short right from Thong Song.
A short uppercut from Jetson. #T3#
A short body shot lands from Thong Song as the two fighters clinch.
Jetson misses with the head strike.
Thong Song blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Thong Song tries to work over Jetson's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A left hand lands to the body for Jetson.
Thong Song swings wildly with an uppercut but Jetson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jetson misses with a hook from the clinch.
A short left from Jetson.
Thong Song tries a body shot but Jetson blocks it.
Thong Song is looking to take this one to the mat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Chang Thong Song. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Jetson throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Thong Songs head.
Riff Jetson seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.#T4#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Jetson.
Thong Song blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Thong Song blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Jetson scores with a hook to the body.
Jetson throws a punch but it's blocked by Thong Song.
Thong Song blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Jetson works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Jetson struggles to land a body shot inside as Thong Song controls his hands.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Jetson.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Jetson.
Jetson misses with a punch on the inside.
Thong Song misses with some punches.
Jetson lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Johanna Lukiainen scores the fight 48:47
Judge Tarja Halkonen scores the fight 48:47
Judge Anni Minnemäki scores the fight 48:47

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Chang Thong Song!

Chang Thong Song retains his featherweight title!
In his post fight interview, Chang Thong Song started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

 

Event: MMAHelsinki - 129     
Date:   Jun 26, 2017
#R1#
Costel with a poor takedown
and Thong Song cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
A big right from Costel misses.
Thong Song looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#TD#
Costel shoots in and bounces Thong Song off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Thong Song controls Costel momentarily but Costel frees himself.
Thong Song is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Costel has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Thong Song is proving hard to escape from.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Costel throws a strike but Thong Song rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Costel is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #ES#
Costel has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Thong Song is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.#T1##BC#
Costel escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Costel is trying hard to land a takedown here. Thong Song sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Thong Song looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#TD#
Costel shoots in and gets a takedown into Thong Song's guard.
Thong Song is trying to control the position but Costel postures up.
Costel working some strikes from top position.
Costel keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Thong Song's head.
Costel preventing the sweep.
Costel might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Thong Song is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Costel wanted to stand there but Thong Song had control of the position. #T2#
Thong Song is adopting a defensive guard.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Costel postures up in Thong Song's guard and throws a big left but Thong Song blocks it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SU#
Thong Song is working an open guard so Costel takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Costel throws a nice looking combination but Thong Song bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
A countering left hand to the body from Thong Song misses.
Thong Song slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Costel ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Thong Song moves away.#T3#
Costel tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Thong Song displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Costel.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Neculai Costel. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Costel takes a swing at Thong Song's ribcage but misses.
Chang Thong Song is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Thong Song takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Thong Song takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Costel lands with a hook. Thong Song tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Thong Song slaps away a takedown attempt from Costel, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Costel on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Thong Song. Thong Song obviously looking to wear him down.
A jab from Thong Song does it's job there.
Costel uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Thong Song.
Costel lands a nice shot to the body.
A low kick from Costel is predictable there
and Thong Song counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Costel lands a jab-cross combination.
Costel throws a body shot but no joy.
Thong Song avoids the body shot from Costel. #TD#
Costel shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Costel was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!#SU#
Costel stands up.
A jab from Thong Song misses.
Costel scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Neculai Costel seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Costel jabs at Thong Song's body.
Costel scores with a nice strike.
Costel scores with a jab. Thong Song acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Costel throws the left hand but Thong Song avoids the punch easily.
Costel checks the leg kick nicely there.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Neculai Costel dominated that round.
That's time! Costel's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
The fighters circle momentarily. Costel darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Costel is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Thong Song can do to turn this around?
Costel shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Thong Song as he avoids it easily.
Costel shoots in looking for a takedown but Thong Song manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Costel's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Costel shoots in looking for a takedown. Thong Song tries to sprawl out of it but Costel keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Thong Song manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Neculai Costel. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Costel moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Neculai Costel is winning the standup battle so far.
A punch combination from Costel misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Costel on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Costel misses with a lunging right hand
and Thong Song counters with a nice leg kick.
Costel lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Costel tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Thong Song paws at him with a jab and circles away.
A little jabbing left from Thong Song on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
A punch combination from Costel misses. #T1#
Costel looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Thong Song throws a big counter head kick but Costel avoids it with no problem.
Costel misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Thong Song waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Costel.
Thong Song connects with a good right hand that stumbles Costel. Costel circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Thong Song takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Thong Song throws a big shot that misses.
Costel half committed to a counter leg kick.
Costel swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Costel throws a body punch but Thong Song moves out of range.
Costel throws a right and a left that Thong Song avoids nicely.
Costel lands a jab to the nose.
Costel takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Costel throws a jab but it's blocked by Thong Song.
Thong Song doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.#TD#
Costel scores with a takedown into Thong Song's guard.#T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Thong Song is trying to control the position but Costel postures up.
Thong Song is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #SU#
Thong Song is working an open guard so Costel takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Costel scores with a punch to the head.
Thong Song defending well as Costel loads up on a big left hand.
Thong Song throws a fast counter high kick but Costel manages to duck under it in time.
Nice cross by Thong Song.
Thong Song keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Costel.
Costel needs to keep his hands up - Thong Song had a free shot at his head there.#ROC2#
Costel is rocked!
Thong Song scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Oh Costel is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Thong Song walks into a jab.
Thong Song jabs Costel right on the nose. Costel blinks but takes it well.#T3#
Costel scores with a nice head shot.
Thong Song misses the jab.
Costel misses with a head kick.
Costel falls off balance throwing a combination
and Thong Song makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Thong Song lands with a straight right. Costel didn't see that one coming.
Costel misses with an uppercut. Thong Song saw that one coming.
Thong Song ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Thong Song keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Costel throws a hook to the side of Thong Song's head but Thong Song sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Costel throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Thong Song flicks out a counter leg kick but Costel steps away.
BOOM! Thong Song lands a beautiful left hook that drops Costel. Costel tries to recover but Thong Song is having none of it, landing more punishing shots from mount. One final crushing shot and Costel lies motionless on the canvas. The fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:34 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Chang Thong Song! Chang Thong Song retains his featherweight title!
In his post fight interview, Chang Thong Song started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
The defeated Neculai Costel had this to say: 'You win some, you lose some. I have to give it to Hess, he was sneakyer tonight.'.

 

Event: MMAHelsinki - 122     
Date:   May 24, 2017
#R1#
Stark looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Thong Song swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Thong Song 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.
Thong Song feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Stark's calf.
Thong Song takes a jab right on the kisser. #CUT#
It looks like Chang Thong Song has been cut.
Stark throws a head kick but Thong Song moves out of range.
Stark throws a sloppy head kick and Thong Song moves out of range easily.
Khal Stark seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jab by Thong Song.
Thong Song keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Stark on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Stark swings away with a body shot that misses
and Thong Song counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Stark throws a jab when Thong Song was well out of range.
Stark tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Thong Song was well out of range. Poor timing from Stark.
Stark misses with a leg kick
and Thong Song counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#CL#
Stark gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Stark pressing his opponent against the cage. #BC#
Stark's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#T1#
Stark rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Thong Song cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Stark misses with a hook
and Thong Song counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Jab, jab by Thong Song - just one landing.
Stark misses with a hook
and Thong Song counters with a nice uppercut.
Stark throws a leg kick that is checked
and Thong Song counters with a nice body shot.
A punch lands to the side of Stark 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Thong Song keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Stark.
Thong Song looks like he wants to counter punch here.
A low kick from Stark is predictable there
and Thong Song counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Nice body punch from Thong Song.
Stark showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Thong Song.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Stark misses with a low kick.
Stark pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Thong Song drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Stark defends it well.
Stark misses with a hook.
Stark takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Stark misses with a lunging right hand
and Thong Song counters with a nice uppercut. #T2#
Thong Song misses the shot to the body.
Stark tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Stark throws a right hand that Thong Song ducks under and follows up with a left that Thong Song also avoids with ease.
Stark lands with a thumping leg kick.
Thong Song is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Stark had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
Stark tried to score with a low kick but Thong Song checks it.
Stark throws a left and a right that both miss
letting Thong Song counter with a right hand.
Stark throws a leg kick
and Thong Song counters with a stiff right hand.
Thong Song lands a really nice looking cross but Stark seems unphased.
Stark is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Thong Song is looking to chop away at Stark's legs.
Stark throws a hook but Thong Song avoids it easily.
Khal Stark is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Stark misses with a low kick.
Stark throws a leg kick
and Thong Song counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Thong Song uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Stark has time to react.
Stark misses with a leg kick
and Stark takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Stark misses with a head kick.
Stark throws a sloppy head kick and Thong Song moves out of range easily.
Thong Song feints a counter leg kick.#T3#
Stark throws a hook to the side of Thong Song's head but Thong Song sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Thong Song misses with a looping left.
Stark jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Stark throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
A jab from Thong Song does it's job there.
Stark tries to score with a low kick but Thong Song moves his leg out of the way.
Stark lands with a thumping leg kick.
Stark takes a body punch but keeps moving.
A combination from Stark does no damage.
Thong Song scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Thong Song scores with a jab. Stark acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Stark fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Stark on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
A head kick by Stark misses
and Thong Song counters with a stiff right hand.
Stark misses with a leg kick.
Stark misses with a head kick.
Stark throws a lazy right hand but Thong Song sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Thong Song now looks to counter with a shot at the body.#T4#
Stark misses with a right hand
letting Thong Song counter with a right hand. #TD2#
Thong Song shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Stark manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.#ES#
Stark has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Thong Song has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.
Thong Song drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Stark gets the underhooks and prevents it.
A short right from Thong Song.
Thong Song lands with a light punch inside.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#BC#
Stark pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Thong Song lands a nice shot to the body.
Thong Song moves out of range of the strikes.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Thong Song! But no joy.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Chang Thong Song dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Chang Thong Song'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#
Thong Song lands a jab to the nose.
Thong Song misses the jab.
Stark is looking to counter the offense by Thong Song and move into the clinch.
Thong Song misses with a wild body shot.
Stark misses with a body shot.
Thong Song's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Stark connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Thong Song scrambles back to his feet.
Stark misses the jab.
Thong Song digs a good body shot into Stark's ribs.
Stark wants to slow Thong Song down by chopping away at his legs.
Stark lands a right hook to the body.
Thong Song has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Stark misses with a double jab
and Thong Song counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Stark takes a swing at Thong Song's ribcage but misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Stark swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Thong Song counters with a stiff right hand.
Stark has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Stark there as he acknowledges the shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Stark is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Thong Song.
Stark throws a sloppy head kick and Thong Song moves out of range easily.
Nice uppercut there from Thong Song.#T1#
Stark takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Thong Song thuds a left hand into Stark's body.
Stark throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
letting Thong Song counter with a right hand.
Stark throws a leg kick that is checked
and Stark takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Stark looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Stark slips a jab and a cross from Thong Song.
A quick step to the side and Stark tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Thong Song avoids the body shot from Stark.
Stark looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Stark lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Thong Song circles away quickly and effectively.
Thong Song is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Stark throws a low kick but it's checked well by Thong Song.
Stark misses with a double jab
and Thong Song counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Thong Song bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Stark's head.
Thong Song paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Thong Song misses with a shot to the body
and Stark counters with a left and a right that stings Thong Song.
Stark thows a leg kick but Thong Song checks it
and Stark takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Thong Song works Stark's body with a nice hook.#T2#
Stark throws a lazy head kick
and Thong Song counters with a straight right hand.
Thong Song misses with a hook. Stark ducked under it nicely.
Stark throws a hook but Thong Song avoids it easily.
Stark cracks Thong Song with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Stark fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Thong Song has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Thong Song stuns Stark with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Thong Song takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Stark throws a head kick but Thong Song moves out of range.
Thong Song lands the left hand.
Thong Song lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Stark throws a leg kick that is checked
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
and Thong Song counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Thong Song, as that shot connected.
Stark misses with the combination.
Stark lands a nice looking body shot. #T3#
Thong Song looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Stark is fending him off so far but Thong Song persists. Nope, Stark circles away and we're back to standing.
Stark throws a sloppy head kick and Thong Song moves out of range easily.
Stark misses with an uppercut
and Thong Song counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Stark misses with a body shot
and Thong Song counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Thong Song swings for the body but Stark moves out of range.
Thong Song gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.#TD2#
Thong Song drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.#ES#
Stark has his feet on Thong Song's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Thong Song jabs Stark to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Stark throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Chang Thong Song seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Stark throws a body shot but no joy.
Thong Song connects with a right hand. Stark shakes it off.
Thong Song lands with a right hand. #T4#
A low kick from Stark misses
letting Thong Song counter with a right hand.
Thong Song looks to score with a jab to the body but Stark is just out of range.
Stark looks to score with a jab to the body but Thong Song is just out of range.
Stark walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Stark throws a front kick aimed at Thong Song's knee but Thong Song avoids it well.
Stark throws a head kick that misses.
Stark throws a leg kick
and Thong Song counters with a lovely shot to the body.
A head kick by Stark misses
and Thong Song counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Thong Song ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
A slow jab from Thong Song misses its intended target.
Stark is looking to score with low kicks.
Stark takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Thong Song moves out of range of the body kick.
Thong Song appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Thong Song scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.#TD2#
Thong Song fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Stark to the ground. Thong Song is now in Stark's guard.
Stark keeping moving, preventing Thong Song from controlling successfully.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Chang Thong Song showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Chang Thong Song's cut.
That's time! Stark's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R3#
Stark throws a leg kick but Thong Song checks it.
Stark scores with a jab.
A jab from Thong Song finds it's way through Stark's defenses.
Thong Song wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Thong Song blocks a head kick by Stark.
Stark scores with a hook to the body. Thong Song takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Stark tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Stark takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Stark will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Stark misses with a combination
and Thong Song counters with a nice body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Thong Song keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Stark.
Stark throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Thong Song.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Stark pivots, looking for a leg kick but Thong Song is out of range and Stark settles back down.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A head kick by Stark misses
and Thong Song counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Stark misses with a kick to the body
and Thong Song counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T1#
Thong Song is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Thong Song lands a lovely overhand right.
Jab by Thong Song.
Thong Song connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Stark momentarily.
Stark's corner calls for a 1-2. Stark obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Stark throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Thong Song doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Stark throws a low kick, looking for Thong Song's leg but Thong Song calmly moves out of range.
Thong Song throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Stark throws a head kick that misses.
Stark misses with a right hand
and Thong Song counters with a stiff right hand.
Nice shot by Thong Song.
Thong Song misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
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 solid leg kick lands there for Stark.
Thong Song lands with a right hand.
Some bone on bone action there as Thong Song checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Thong Song checks a low kick from Stark.#T2#
Stark misses with a left hand
and Thong Song counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Stark takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Thong Song listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Stark steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Thong Song.
Thong Song scores with the left hand. Stark knows he should have avoided that one.
Thong Song getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Thong Song slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Stark doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Thong Song lands a really nice looking cross but Stark seems unphased.
Stark just misses with a punch to the body.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Thong Song! But no joy.
Thong Song catches Stark with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Stark tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Thong Song pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Stark will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Thong Song throws out a counter right but Stark avoids it with no problem.#T3#
Thong Song defending well as Stark loads up on a big left hand.
Thong Song keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Thong Song throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Stark stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Stark throws a combination that misses
and Thong Song counters with a nice body shot.
Thong Song thuds a left hand into Stark's body.#TD2#
Thong Song scores with a takedown into Stark's guard.
Stark is looking to stand up but Thong Song isn't so interested in that idea.
Thong Song is stalling in the full guard. #T4#
Thong Song pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Stark is keeping the position for now.
Thong Song slips nicely into half guard.
Thong Song controlling the action here.
Chang Thong Song has got the better of the ground game so far.
Thong Song seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Stark does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Chang Thong Song really dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Chang Thong Song'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.
#R4#
Stark takes a swing at Thong Song's ribcage but misses.
Stark throws a lazy body kick #TD2#
and Thong Song counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Thong Song.
Thong Song sitting in guard here, content to control.
Thong Song wants to pass the guard but Stark is keeping the position.
Thong Song controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Stark keeping moving, preventing Thong Song from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Stark pulls Thong Song in close to prevent any damage. #T1#
Thong Song is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Thong Song trying to control but Stark is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
A low kick from Stark misses
and Thong Song counters with a straight right hand.
Stark misses with a body kick.
Stark lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Stark misses with a leg kick.
Thong Song scores with a nice head shot.
Stark misses with a head kick.
Stark will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air. #T2#
Thong Song thuds his right hand into Stark's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Stark misses with the body kick
and Thong Song connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Thong Song takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Thong Song ducks under a wild hook from Stark.
Stark ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Stark tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Stark throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A countering left hand to the body from Thong Song misses.
Thong Song fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Stark throws a leg kick
and Thong Song counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Stark swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Stark throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
That kick from Thong Song tenderised Stark's leg. Stark is trying to keep his angry face on.
Thong Song bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Stark's head backwards.#T3#
A kick lands to the mid section there for Stark.
Thong Song takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Stark lands a slapping body shot.
Stark misses with a straight right.
Thong Song blocks a low kick nicely.
Stark ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Thong Song moves away.
Stark throws a leg kick
and Stark takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Thong Song throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Stark on the side of the head.
Thong Song scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Thong Song lands a nice shot to the body. #TD2#
Thong Song drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Stark looking to control.
Stark trying to control the position here. #T4#
Thong Song controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Thong Song won't allow Stark to get back to his feet.
Thong Song sitting in guard here, content to control. #SUB#
Thong Song got a little sloppy there for a moment and Stark has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Thong Song has managed to get both his arms back between Stark's legs - danger averted.
Stark working a defensive guard here. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Chang Thong Song dominated that fourth round.
The cut man is working on Chang Thong Song's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R5#
Stark gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Stark misses with a wild body shot.
A low kick from Stark is predictable there
and Thong Song counters with a nice uppercut.
Stark throws a sloppy head kick and Thong Song moves out of range easily.
Thong Song is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Stark tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
A low kick from Stark misses
and Thong Song counters with a nice body shot.
Stark lands with a hook. Thong Song tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Stark needs to keep his hands up - Thong Song had a free shot at his head there.
Stark throws a right hand that misses
and Thong Song counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Stark on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Stark fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Thong Song is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Thong Song uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Stark.
Stark misses with a wild combination.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Thong Song! But no joy.
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.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Stark tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #T1#
A shot to the body from Stark misses
and Thong Song counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Stark tests Thong Song's chin there with a solid looking shot.
The fighters circle momentarily. Thong Song darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Donk. Thong Song catches Stark right on the button with a cross.
Stark blocks a leg kick.#TD2#
Thong Song closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Stark did well to prevent Thong Song getting side control.
Stark trying to hold on to Thong Song's head to control him but Thong Song postures up.
Thong Song looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Stark is looking to control Thong Song's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Stark avoid being mounted?
Khal Stark has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Thong Song has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Thong Song is trying to take his opponent's back.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Stark tries to hold on but Thong Song postures up.
Thong Song controlling the pace for now. #T3#
Stark is controlling an arm, preventing Thong Song from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Thong Song controlling from the full mount.
Chang Thong Song is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Stark regains half guard.
Thong Song frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Thong Song content just to control the position here. #T4#
Stark tries to hold on but Thong Song postures up.
Stark stops Thong Song from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Stark really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Thong Song wants to control the action but instead Stark gets a body lock and reverses into Thong Song's guard! Nice work!

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Ben Zyskovitsi scores the fight 45:50
Judge Roosa Järviläinen scores the fight 45:50
Judge Tarja Halkonen scores the fight 45:50

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Chang Thong Song!

Chang Thong Song is the new featherweight champion!
Chang Thong Song decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little.
In defeat, Khal Stark stepped up to the mic, saying 'Thanks to everyone!'.

 

Event: GKNY 125 - Boom vs Wills     
Date:   Apr 15, 2017
#R1#
Pratchett moves out of range as Thong Song strikes.
A nice side step and Pratchett releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Pratchett ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Pratchett swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Thong Song shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Thong Song has been working on his boxing with his coaches at LOD: Top Team in the buildup to the fight.
Thong Song tries to clinch there but Pratchett circles away.
Pratchett is looking to score with low kicks.
A nice leg kick lands there from Pratchett.
We've been informed that Pratchett 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.
Pratchett misses with a hook
and Thong Song counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Thong Song misses with an uppercut
and Pratchett counters with a two punch combo. #CL#
Thong Song gets a clinch.
Pratchett misses with a punch to the body.
Pratchett keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Thong Song's efforts to push away.
Thong Song tries to stall but Pratchett uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Thong Song scores with a shoulder strike. #BC#
Thong Song's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Pratchett lunges at Thong Song with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Thong Song's hand. #T1#
Pratchett misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Thong Song.
An attempted straight right counter from Thong Song misses the target.
Pratchett shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Thong Song sprawls well. Thong Song wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Pratchett gets slowly back to his feet.
Thong Song tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Pratchett lands a jab.
Thong Song staying out of range there.
Thong Song throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Thong Song listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Pratchett throws a low kick but Thong Song moves out of range easily.
Thong Song moves out of range of the body kick from Pratchett.
Thong Song fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Pratchett looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Pratchett cracks Thong Song with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.#T2#
Thong Song misses with a right hand
and Pratchett counters with a stiff right hand.
Pratchett looks to throw the jab but Thong Song is out of range.
Pratchett lands with a nice body punch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Thong Song misses with a body shot
and Pratchett cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Thong Song looks to land a left hand but Pratchett moved out of range nicely.
Thong Song misses with a straight left.
Good leg kick by Pratchett there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Pratchett throws a jab when Thong Song was well out of range.
Pratchett looks to land a right hand but Thong Song moved out of range.
Thong Song moves in looking to clinch but Pratchett pushes him off.
Pratchett looks to throw the jab but Thong Song is out of range.
Thong Song fires out a quick counter leg kick but Pratchett just manages to avoid it.
Pratchett thuds his right hand into Thong Song's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Thong Song throws the left hand but Pratchett avoids the punch easily.
Thong Song displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Pratchett. #T3#
Thong Song throws out a loose jab but Pratchett uses good head movement to avoid it.
Pratchett tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Thong Song is able to avoid easily.
Pratchett loads up on a big right hand but Thong Song slips the punch.
It looked like Thong Song wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Pratchett is trying hard to land a takedown here. Thong Song sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Chang Thong Song has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Luke Pratchett.
Thong Song lunges at Pratchett with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Pratchett's hand.
Thong Song fails with an attempt to clinch.
Pratchett misses with a right hand
enabling Thong Song to counter with a crisp jab.
Thong Song scores with a body shot.
Thong Song cracks Pratchett with a right hand to the side of the head.
Donk. Pratchett catches Thong Song right on the button with a cross.
Thong Song throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Thong Song, as that shot connected. #CL#
Thong Song moves into the clinch successfully.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Thong Song throws a punch but it's blocked by Pratchett.
A right hook to the body lands for Pratchett. #T4#
Thong Song wants to stall.
Pratchett working aggressively here.
Thong Song throws a punch but it's blocked by Pratchett.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Thong Song.
Pratchett misses with a punch on the inside.
Thong Song misses with a body punch.
Pratchett slows down the pace here. #TD2#
Pratchett gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
Pratchett stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Thong Song swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Thong Song had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Pratchett defends it easily.
Pratchett 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.

A close round but Luke Pratchett will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2##CL#
Thong Song rushes Pratchett and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#BC#
Thong Song breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Thong Song keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Thong Song swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Thong Song scores with a jab to the head.
Nice defenses there by Thong Song.
Thong Song is looking to clinch but Pratchett is avoiding it.
Thong Song is looking to clinch.
Thong Song moves out of range of the strikes.
Thong Song throws a body punch but Pratchett moves out of range.
Chang Thong Song seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Thong Song darts in and clinches Pratchett up against the cage.#BC#
Thong Song's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#TD2#
Pratchett throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Thong Song was covering up waiting for the punch and Pratchett finishes the takedown easily into guard. #SUB#
Thong Song throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #T1#
Thong Song keeping moving, preventing Pratchett from controlling successfully.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Thong Song is trying to keep Pratchett in close.
Thong Song keeping full guard, as Pratchett tries to pass.
Pratchett postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Thong Song keeping moving, preventing Pratchett from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Pratchett avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #SUB#
Thong Song is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Thong Song will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Pratchett trying to control the position from guard on top but Thong Song is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Thong Song is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Pratchett controlling from the top position.
Pratchett trying to control the position from guard on top but Thong Song is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Pratchett trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Thong Song is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Pratchett is aware though and is defending well.#T3##SUB#
Thong Song working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Pratchett doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Pratchett manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Pratchett is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Thong Song wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Thong Song not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Pratchett lands a jab to the nose.
Pratchett comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
A big left from Pratchett misses.
Chang Thong Song is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Pratchett looks to land a left hand but Thong Song moved out of range nicely.
It looked like Thong Song wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#T4#
Thong Song lands an overhand right.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Pratchett. Thong Song shrugs it off though.
Thong Song fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Pratchett checks it well.
Thong Song lands a nice looking body shot.
Thong Song pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Pratchett swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Sloppy strikes from Thong Song. Those never looked like landing.
Thong Song tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Pratchett manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
A big right from Pratchett misses.
It looked like Thong Song was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Pratchett.
Pratchett ducks under a wild hook from Thong Song.
Luke Pratchett seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Pratchett connects with a nice looking jab.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Pratchett throws out a loose jab but Thong Song uses good head movement to avoid it.
An attempted straight right counter from Thong Song misses the target.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Pratchett avoids the body shot from Thong Song.
A slow jab from Pratchett misses its intended target.
Thong Song is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Luke Pratchett will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Thong Song throws a leg kick
enabling Pratchett to counter with a crisp jab.
Pratchett takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Thong Song takes one on the button.
Thong Song needs to keep his hands up - Pratchett had a free shot at his head there.
Thong Song slips under a jab from Pratchett.
Thong Song tries to clinch but Pratchett moves out of range.
Pratchett scores with a sloppy right hand. Thong Song should have avoided that one. #CL#
Thong Song closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #BC#
Thong Song breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Pratchett misses with an uppercut
and Pratchett takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Pratchett lands with an uppercut that bounces Thong Song off the cage and back into range.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Thong Song takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Thong Song takes a jab right on the kisser.
Pratchett fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Thong Song.
Thong Song wants to clinch up but Pratchett keeps it at a distance.#T1#
Thong Song throws out a powerful jab.
Pratchett throws a body punch but Thong Song moves out of range.
Pratchett jabs Thong Song right on the nose. Thong Song blinks but takes it well.
Thong Song moves to clinch but Pratchett breaks away
letting Pratchett counter with a right hand.
Thong Song takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Thong Song catches Pratchett with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Pratchett misses the shot to the body.
A little feinted left hand from Thong Song on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Thong Song misses with a body shot
and Pratchett counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Thong Song blocks a jab.
Thong Song misses with a hook. Pratchett ducked under it nicely.
Thong Song throws the left hand but Pratchett avoids the punch easily.
Pratchett misses with a right hand
and Thong Song counters with a stiff right hand.
Pratchett misses with a jab, cross combination. #T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Pratchett loads up on a big right hand but Thong Song slips the punch.
Thong Song slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.#TD2#
Thong Song gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Pratchett makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.#SUB#
Thong Song throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SUB#
Thong Song is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Pratchett is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Thong Song is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Pratchett wants to control from the top but Thong Song keeps moving.
Pratchett controls from within his opponent's guard. #T3#
Thong Song trying to control the position. #SUB#
Thong Song is looking for a triangle but Pratchett pushes his legs off easily.
Chang Thong Song has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Pratchett lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Pratchett has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Thong Song is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Pratchett trying to control but Thong Song is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Thong Song working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Pratchett doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Pratchett manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Luke Pratchett is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Thong Song keeping moving, preventing Pratchett from controlling successfully.
Pratchett keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Thong Song's head.
Pratchett postures up.
Thong Song can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Pratchett controls the pace.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Pratchett connects with a body shot that sends Thong Song's belly button to the back.
Pratchett lands a nice looking body shot.

And that's the end of the fight!
Luke Pratchett comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Pratchett 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 Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 27:30
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 27:30
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Luke Pratchett!

After the fight, Luke Pratchett was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.

 

Event: GKNY 123 - Wills vs Song     
Date:   Apr 01, 2017
#R1#
Wills blocks a jab.
Wills's jab looks to have found its range, popping Thong Song under the eye.
Thong Song misses with a body shot.
Wills throws out a counter right but Thong Song avoids it with no problem.
Wills misses with a hook
enabling Thong Song to counter with a crisp jab.
Thong Song dives in for a single leg takedown but Wills sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Wills fails to land with a series of punches.
Thong Song connects with a good right hand that stumbles Wills. Wills circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Thong Song thows a left - swing and a miss!
Thong Song pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Thong Song paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
A combination from Wills does no damage.
Thong Song throws a looping overhand right but Wills ducks down to avoid it. #TD#
Thong Song looking to score a takedown here. Wills is defending well but Thong Song drives through and ends up in Wills's guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Thong Song trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Wills keeping moving, preventing Thong Song from controlling successfully. #T1##SUB2#
Wills is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Thong Song content to stall in guard here. #SUB2#
Wills is looking for a triangle but Thong Song pushes his legs off easily.
Thong Song wants to control from the top but Wills keeps moving. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Thong Song looking to sit in guard and control but Wills gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Thong Song is trying to control the position but Wills postures up. #SUB#
Thong Song working for submissions but it's allowed Wills to get to half guard.
Thong Song is looking to control Wills's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Thong Song avoid being mounted?
Wills trying to control from half guard but Thong Song is working away.
Wills is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Thong Song has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Wills is working away from the top position though.#T3#
The fighters are battling for position here. Thong Song manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB#
Thong Song escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Wills gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Wills has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing Thong Song to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! Wills is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - Thong Song pulls down on the head and he's put Wills to sleep! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Chang Thong Song!
An out of breath Chang Thong Song thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

 

Event: GKNY 119 - Vershinin vs Wills     
Date:   Mar 04, 2017
#R1#
A jab from Thong Song does it's job there.
Thong Song throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Khakhold.
Khakhold fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Thong Song checks it well.
A jab lands there for Khakhold.
Thong Song moves in looking to clinch but Khakhold pushes him off.
Thong Song scores with a hook to the body. Khakhold takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Thong Song listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Khakhold throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Sloppy strikes from Khakhold. Those never looked like landing.
Thong Song throws a nice looking combination but Khakhold bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Khakhold throws a hook to the side of Thong Song's head but Thong Song sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Thong Song lands a body shot.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Thong Song fails in his attempt to clinch.
Thong Song throws a nice outside leg kick.
Khakhold takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Thong Song takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.#T1#
Thong Song misses with a combination
and Khakhold counters with a thumping low kick.
Khakhold ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Thong Song throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Thong Song slips under a jab.
Thong Song drops down looking for a counter takedown but Khakhold sprawls and moves away.
Thong Song closes the distance looking to clinch
and Khakhold counters with a left and a right that stings Thong Song.
Thong Song waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Khakhold.
A little jabbing left from Khakhold on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Thong Song tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Khakhold misses with a looping left.
Thong Song uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Thong Song looks to score with a jab to the body but Khakhold is just out of range.
Chang Thong Song seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Thong Song's jab looks to have found its range, popping Khakhold under the eye.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Khakhold has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.#T2#
Thong Song connects with a single shot there.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Khakhold scores with a kick to the midsection.
Thong Song looks to throw the jab but Khakhold is out of range.
A nice side step and Khakhold releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Thong Song fails in his attempt to clinch.
A little jabbing left from Khakhold on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Khakhold slips under a jab.
Khakhold with the counter takedown but Thong Song avoids it easily.
Khakhold throws a sloppy head kick and Thong Song moves out of range easily.
Khakhold throws a head kick but Thong Song moves out of range.
Thong Song throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Khakhold takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Thong Song throws a body punch but Khakhold moves out of range. #TD2#
Khakhold scores with a takedown into Thong Song's 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.#SUB#
Thong Song has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Khakhold can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T3#
Khakhold wants to control from the top but Thong Song keeps moving.
Thong Song is trying to control the position but Khakhold postures up.
Khakhold works over Thong Song with some ground and pound from guard.
Thong Song has momentary wrist control but Khakhold slips an elbow through the middle.#SUB#
Khakhold got a little sloppy there for a moment and Thong Song has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Khakhold has managed to get both his arms back between Thong Song's legs - danger averted.
Khakhold works over Thong Song with some ground and pound from guard.#SUB#
Thong Song is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Khakhold is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Thong Song has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Khakhold can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Thong Song 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#
Thong Song working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Khakhold doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Khakhold manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T4#
Khakhold trying to control but Thong Song is working from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Khakhold pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Thong Song is keeping the position for now.
Khakhold trying to control the position from guard on top but Thong Song is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Khakhold sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Thong Song's guard.
Khakhold passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Thong Song!
Khakhold is in the full mount, landing strikes.
Thong Song wants to hold on but Khakhold pushes him away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Dixie Pablo Khakhold will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Thong Song blocks a low kick nicely.
Khakhold throws a leg kick but Thong Song sees it coming and moves out of range.
Thong Song is looking to clinch.
Khakhold takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Khakhold misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick. #CL#
Thong Song fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Khakhold, pushing him back against the cage.#TD2#
Khakhold has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Thong Song uses from the top position.
Thong Song content to stall in guard here. #SUB2#
Khakhold is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Khakhold had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Thong Song defends it easily.#T1#
Thong Song wants to control from the top but Khakhold keeps moving.
Khakhold is pulling down on Thong Song's head. It's preventing any offense from Thong Song, at least for the moment.
Thong Song wants to control from the top but Khakhold keeps moving. #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.
Thong Song wants to pass the guard but Khakhold is keeping the position.
Thong Song stands and throws Khakhold's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Khakhold is trying to control Thong Song's posture but Thong Song avoids it. #SUB#
Thong Song thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Khakhold stops Thong Song from passing to mount. #T3#
Thong Song is working hard here to advance position.
Thong Song controls the position from side control.
Thong Song laying and praying for a moment but Khakhold takes advantage and regains half guard.
Thong Song is stalling here. Khakhold is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Thong Song seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Khakhold has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
Thong Song is trying to control Khakhold's posture but Khakhold avoids it.
Khakhold wants to lay and pray for a moment but Thong Song keeps working. #T4#
Thong Song is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Thong Song takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Thong Song takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Thong Song is trying to control Khakhold's posture but Khakhold avoids it.
Khakhold in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Thong Song is trying to control Khakhold's posture but Khakhold avoids it.
Khakhold works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Dixie Pablo Khakhold showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
A chopping leg kick lands by Thong Song.
Khakhold pivots, looking for a leg kick but Thong Song is out of range and Khakhold settles back down.
Khakhold staying out of range there.
Khakhold just misses with a punch to the body.
Thong Song tries to close the distance and clinch but Khakhold swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Nice body punch from Thong Song.
Thong Song throws a body punch but Khakhold moves out of range.
Khakhold feints a counter leg kick.
Khakhold misses with an uppercut.
Thong Song is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Thong Song takes a swing at Khakhold's ribcage but misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Khakhold avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Khakhold uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Thong Song.
Thong Song throws a hook to the side of Khakhold's head but Khakhold sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Chang Thong Song is winning the standup battle so far.
Khakhold misses with a head kick.
Thong Song throws a poor cross that misses
and Khakhold counters with a kick to the head that grazes his opponent. Thong Song is lucky that one didn't land flush. #T1#
Khakhold misses with a head kick.
Khakhold defending well as Thong Song loads up on a big left hand.
Khakhold keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Thong Song doesn't manage to clinch there - Khakhold circles away.
Khakhold is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Khakhold has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Thong Song finds it's way round the side to connect with Khakhold's head.
Thong Song throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Khakhold blocks a jab.
Khakhold counters with a body kick.
Khakhold throws a head kick but Thong Song moves out of range.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Thong Song, right into the meat.
Thong Song jabs Khakhold right on the nose. Khakhold blinks but takes it well.
Thong Song blocks the body kick.
Khakhold thows a leg kick but Thong Song checks it #TD#
so Thong Song counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility. #T2#
Thong Song trying to control the position from guard on top but Khakhold is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Khakhold wants to sweep but no luck.
Thong Song pushes down on Khakhold's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Khakhold is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Thong Song's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Thong Song's back!
Khakhold lands with a hammerfist to the side of Thong Song's head.
Khakhold lands with a nice looking elbow that stuns Thong Song.
Khakhold wants to control but Thong Song is keeping busy.
Thong Song manages to reverse the position and now he's in Khakhold's guard. Nice work there by Thong Song.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Thong Song slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.#T3#
Khakhold tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Thong Song is looking to take a break and control but Khakhold is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Khakhold gets back to half guard.
Chang Thong Song has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Dixie Pablo Khakhold is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Thong Song is trying to control. Khakhold wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB#
Thong Song is looking for a kimura but Khakhold is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Thong Song to get the leverage. #SUB#
Thong Song is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Khakhold is just riding it out for now. Thong Song eventually gives up the hold.
Khakhold is positioning himself well to prevent Thong Song advancing to mount. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Thong Song looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #SUB#
Thong Song is trying to work for a kimura but Khakhold is defending well.
Khakhold works his way to full guard. Good work.

And that's the end of the fight!
Chang Thong Song showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Khakhold 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 Franklyn Lucas scores the fight 28:29
Judge John Roberts scores the fight 28:29
Judge Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Dixie Pablo Khakhold!

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

 

Event: GKNY 111 - Defoe vs Marfaker     
Date:   Jan 07, 2017
#R1#
Thong Song tries to clinch but Griffin moves out of range.
Thong Song throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Thong Song scores with a hook to the body. Griffin takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Thong Song moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Griffin tries for a takedown but Thong Song sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Thong Song looks to land a right hand but Griffin moved out of range.
Griffin half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Griffin throws a head kick but Thong Song moves out of range.
Thong Song feints the counter takedown.
Thong Song swings widly with a right hand #TD#
and Griffin counters with a single leg into guard. Thong Song didn't expect that.
Griffin has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Griffin with a nice head shot there.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Thong Song is on top in guard. #REVB#
Griffin lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Thong Song looking to hit a scissor sweep but Griffin is one step ahead there. #SUB2#
Griffin content to sit in guard, stalling... Great. Oh but he could get punished here because Thong Song has locked up a guillotine! Thong Song's face is contorted as he sqeezes tight on the submission attempt - will he finish? Griffin is holding on here and Thong Song must be using up a lot of energy. Griffin has gone limp! He's out! He's out cold! Thong Song gets to his feet, tossing aside his stricken foe. Arms raised, he milks the applause from the crowd. Great submission!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Chang Thong Song!
Chang Thong Song thanked the fans post fight for their support.

 

Event: GKNY 105 - Defoe vs Man     
Date:   Dec 03, 2016
#R1#
Thong Song lands a head shot.
Kruger throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Thong Song stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Thong Song defending well as Kruger loads up on a big left hand.
Thong Song throws a body punch but Kruger moves out of range.
Kruger throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Yaseen Kruger seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Thong Song takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Kruger misses with a jab, cross combination.
Kruger throws a shot from downtown. Thong Song moves away and avoids it.
Thong Song with a poor takedown
and Kruger counters with a straight right hand.
Thong Song shoots in for a takedown but Kruger shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Kruger throws a series of punches but Thong Song moves out of range.
Thong Song with the counter takedown but Kruger avoids it easily.
Thong Song lands with a good body shot.
Kruger needs to keep his hands up - Thong Song had a free shot at his head there.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Kruger avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#CL2#
Thong Song gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Thong Song tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Thong Song swings wildly with an uppercut but Kruger uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kruger pushes Thong Song back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Thong Song lands a shot to the body.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kruger. #T1#
A short left from Thong Song.
Thong Song lands a body punch in the clinch. #BC#
Kruger breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Kruger connects with a right hand. Thong Song shakes it off.
Kruger dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Nice shot lands for Kruger.
Thong Song moves away from the strike by Kruger.
Thong Song uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kruger.
Thong Song steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kruger.#CL2#
Thong Song forces Kruger back against the cage and clinches.
Thong Song lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #TD2#
Thong Song drags the fight down to the ground. #SUB2#
Kruger got a little sloppy there for a moment and Thong Song has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Kruger has managed to get both his arms back between Thong Song's legs - danger averted.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Thong Song 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.#SUB2#
Thong Song throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #T2##SUB2#
Thong Song looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Kruger tries to free his leg and advance position but Thong Song is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Thong Song looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Thong Song is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Kruger pushing down on Thong Song's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Kruger not landing any meaningful shots this time.
We've been hearing good reports from Kruger'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.#SU#
Kruger stands up from half guard.
Kruger swings for the body but Thong Song moves out of range.
Thong Song ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#T3#
Thong Song misses with a straight left.
Kruger lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Thong Song circles away quickly and effectively.
Kruger swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Thong Song gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Kruger.#TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Thong Song.
Thong Song passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Kruger!
Kruger is desperately trying to get back to half guard. #SUB2#
Thong Song has hold of Kruger's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Kruger manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Thong Song fails to move to back control.
Thong Song tries to control but Kruger wriggling away. #T4#
Thong Song controlling from mount.
Thong Song tries to control but Kruger wriggling away.
Thong Song prevents Kruger from getting the reversal.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB2#
Thong Song moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Kruger has worked his arm free - good work by Kruger! #SUB2#
Thong Song swings around for an armbar but Kruger sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Thong Song's guard.#SUB#
Kruger has gone for a leg lock! Thong Song slips out almost immediately though and dives into Kruger's guard.#REVB#
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Chang Thong Song will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Thong Song staying out of range there.
Thong Song tries to clinch up.
Thong Song throws a right and a left that both miss.
Kruger dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Thong Song misses with a straight right.
Thong Song throws out a loose jab but Kruger uses good head movement to avoid it.
Thong Song fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Kruger is out of range.
Kruger checks the leg kick nicely there.
Thong Song steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kruger.
Thong Song shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Kruger sprawls well. Kruger wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Thong Song gets slowly back to his feet.
Kruger takes one on the chin but seems OK.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kruger avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Thong Song comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Kruger misses with the combination. #T1#
Thong Song misses with a body shot.
Thong Song looks to throw the jab but Kruger is out of range.
No joy there for Kruger, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Yaseen Kruger is winning the standup battle so far.
Thong Song is looking to score with low kicks.
Thong Song catches Kruger with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Thong Song missing with a left hand there. Kruger was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
A jab from Kruger misses.
Yaseen Kruger is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#CL2#
Thong Song clinches with his opponent.
Kruger lands a right hand.
Thong Song tries to work over Kruger's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Thong Song misses with a hook from the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Thong Song fails to land.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Thong Song.
Kruger lands a body shot.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Thong Song.
Kruger wants to break the clinch but can't.
Thong Song is stalling here. #T2#
Thong Song lands a right hand that snaps the head of Kruger backwards.
Kruger is trying to maintain a safe position but Thong Song gets an underhook and turns Kruger into the cage.
Thong Song lands a shoulder strike.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Thong Song misses with the head strike.
Chang Thong Song seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Thong Song working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Thong Song tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Kruger just stands there and leans against the cage.
Come on Kruger - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
A short right from Thong Song on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Thong Song fails to land.
Thong Song tries to pull guard but Kruger won't allow it.
Yaseen Kruger has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Chang Thong Song.
Thong Song throws a punch but it's blocked by Kruger.
Thong Song presses Kruger against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Thong Song fails to pull guard.
A left hand lands to the body for Thong Song.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Kruger tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Thong Song's elbow. #T3#
Kruger blocking some punches.
Thong Song on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Thong Song scores with a nice hook to the head.
Stalling in the clinch from Kruger.
Thong Song is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Kruger to keep the fight standing.
Kruger's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Thong Song can't find room to land a body shot as Kruger controls the action.
Kruger wants to stall.
A right hand to the body from Kruger.
Thong Song stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kruger.
Kruger throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Thong Songs head.
Thong Song prevents a body shot from Kruger.
Kruger misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kruger scores with a hook to the body.#T4#
Thong Song takes a shot to the head.
Kruger fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Nice body punch from Thong Song - that landed with a thud.
Thong Song struggles to land a body shot inside as Kruger controls his hands.
Thong Song displaying some good clinch control by pressing Kruger up against the cage.
Thong Song scores with a shot to the side of Kruger's head.
Kruger blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Thong Song misses with a punch to the body.
Kruger misses with a body punch.
Thong Song misses with a hook from the clinch.
Thong Song is trying to stall.
Kruger misses with some punches.
Thong Song lands with a short shot to the head.
Thong Song has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Kruger seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Thong Song can turn it around.
Thong Song lands a nice shot to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Chang Thong Song 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. 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#
Thong Song swings for the body but Kruger moves out of range.
Kruger misses the shot to the body.
Kruger misses with a body shot.
Thong Song with the counter takedown but Kruger avoids it easily.
Thong Song throws a series of strikes that have Kruger backpedaling. #ROC2#
Kruger is rocked!#CUT2#
It looks like Yaseen Kruger has been cut.
Thong Song works Kruger's body with a nice hook.
Oh Kruger is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Thong Song connects with a superb combination that knocks Kruger out cold! The referee charges across the mat and tackles Thong Song before he can land any more shots to the unconscious Kruger!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:20 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Chang Thong Song!
After winning the bout, Chang Thong Song thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

 

Event: GKNY 100 - Mencken vs Brewer     
Date:   Nov 12, 2016
#R1#
Thong Song connects with a nice looking jab.
Thong Song with a hook.
Brynjar takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Thong Song throws a series of punches but Brynjar moves out of range. #CL#
Thong Song forces Brynjar back against the cage and clinches.
I was talking to Thong Song's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.#BC2#
Brynjar escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Thong Song blocks a leg kick.
Thong Song stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Brynjar.
Thong Song fails with an attempt to clinch.
Brynjar throws a leg kick #TD#
so Thong Song counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SUB#
Thong Song has gone for a leg lock! Brynjar slips out almost immediately though and dives into Thong Song's guard.#REVB#
Brynjar not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
I've been told that Brynjar has been drilling his wrestling of late, which has already helped him take this fight to the mat. Let's see how much of an impact it has on the outcome of the ground game.#T1##SUB#
Brynjar avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #SUB#
Thong Song looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Brynjar has picked Thong Song up and slammed him! Thong Song can't keep hold of the triangle and Brynjar manages to pass to side control!
Thong Song is trying to get back to half guard.
Brynjar controls the position.
Thong Song is trying to control Brynjar's posture but Brynjar avoids it. #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.
Brynjar is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Let's hope that Brynjar 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.
Brynjar working away.
Thong Song is looking to reverse the position.
Thong Song sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Brynjar not doing much here.
Thong Song is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Brynjar's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Brynjar's back!#T3#
Brynjar tries to escape the position. #SUB#
Thong Song is persistently looking for the submission but Brynjar is defending it well. #SUB#
Thong Song tightening his grip on Brynjar, looking for the choke. #SUB#
Thong Song patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB#
Thong Song is persistently looking for the submission but Brynjar is defending it well. #SUB#
Thong Song looking to break Brynjar's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Brynjar remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Thong Song will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
Brynjar tries to roll but Thong Song sticks to his back. #SUB#
Thong Song looking for the choke from the back.
Will Thong Song go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Brynjar wants to get back to his feet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Brynjar turns into Thong Song and is now in his guard. #SUB#
Thong Song had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Brynjar defends it easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Chang Thong Song dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Brynjar misses with a looping left.
Brynjar misses with a double jab.
Brynjar lands with a thumping leg kick.
Thong Song is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Brynjar can do to turn this around?
Thong Song cracks Brynjar with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Brynjar misses with a looping right.
Brynjar connects with a single shot there.
Brynjar avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Thong Song throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Thong Song lands with a right hand.
Thong Song looks to throw the jab but Brynjar is out of range.
Nice uppercut lands for Brynjar. That snapped Thong Song's head back.
Brynjar lands a head kick. Thong Song smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Brynjar slips a jab from Thong Song.
A jab from Thong Song finds it's way through Brynjar's defenses.
Brynjar swings widly with a right hand #TD#
and Thong Song counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Brynjar is not content to let Thong Song control the position.
Chang Thong Song overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Brynjar tries to get to full guard but Thong Song has control of the leg. #T1#
Thong Song is thwarting Brynjar's attempts to control the position.
Brynjar is in trouble now - Thong Song has advanced to mount!
Thong Song takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Brynjar stops Thong Song from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Brynjar tries to hold on but Thong Song pushes him away. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Thong Song is trying to take his opponent's back. #SUB#
Thong Song goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Brynjar is on top in guard.
Brynjar content to stall in guard here.
Thong Song working a defensive guard here. #SUB#
Thong Song escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Brynjar gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T3##SUB#
Thong Song looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Brynjar looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SUB#
Thong Song looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Brynjar is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB#
Thong Song looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Brynjar has picked Thong Song up and slammed him! Thong Song can't keep hold of the triangle and Brynjar manages to pass to side control!
Thong Song tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Brynjar presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount!
Brynjar controlling his opponent.
Thong Song wants to control but Brynjar is having none of it.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Thong Song working to try and regain half guard.
Thong Song tries to hold on but Brynjar pushes him away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Nebojša Brynjar will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R3#
The fighters circling - Thong Song throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Thong Song takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
A slapping body kick lands there for Brynjar.
A punch lands to the side of Brynjar 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Brynjar uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Thong Song.
Thong Song misses with a straight right.
Brynjar scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Thong Song keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Jab, jab by Thong Song - just one landing.
Brynjar darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Thong Song walks into a straight right hand from Brynjar.
Brynjar thows a left - swing and a miss!
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Brynjar swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Thong Song fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Brynjar manages to avoid it.
Brynjar lands with a nice body punch.
Chang Thong Song is winning the standup battle so far.
Brynjar slips a jab and a cross from Thong Song.
A right-left combo lands from Brynjar. #T1#
Thong Song lands a lovely overhand right.
Brynjar takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Brynjar misses with a looping right.
Thong Song is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Thong Song misses with a wild combination.
Thong Song throws an overhand right that lands on Brynjar's shoulder, as Brynjar tries to avoid the shot.
Thong Song scores with a shot to the body.
Brynjar misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Thong Song.
Thong Song looks to land a left hand but Brynjar moved out of range nicely.
Brynjar swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Brynjar keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Thong Song.
Thong Song misses with a hook. Brynjar ducked under it nicely.
Chang Thong Song seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Brynjar misses with a jab, cross combination.
Brynjar swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Thong Song appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#CL2#
Brynjar drives through and clinches with Thong Song against the cage.
Brynjar tries a body shot but Thong Song blocks it.
Brynjar misses with the head strike. #T2#
Brynjar is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Thong Song wants to take the fight to the mat but Brynjar manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Thong Song tries to work over Brynjar's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
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!
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Brynjar creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Brynjar cracks Thong Song with a nice body shot.
Thong Song doesn't land with the attempted body shot. #TD#
Thong Song successfully pulls guard. #SUB#
Thong Song is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Brynjar defends well.#SUB#
Thong Song has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Brynjar can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Thong Song tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T3##SUB#
Thong Song throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Thong Song looking to hit a scissor sweep but Brynjar is one step ahead there.
Brynjar wants to get up but he can't break Thong Song's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Thong Song looking to control but Brynjar passes into half guard.
Thong Song wants to control but Brynjar is keeping busy. #SUB#
Thong Song looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#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.
Brynjar slows the pace down in half guard. #SUB#
Thong Song looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Thong Song is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Brynjar pulls his head out easily.
Thong Song trying to hold on to Brynjar's head to control him but Brynjar postures up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close third round but Nebojša Brynjar just about did enough to take it.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R4#
Brynjar misses the shot to the body.
Thong Song showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Brynjar.
Brynjar scores with a body shot.
Thong Song scores with a nice strike.
Brynjar dips to his left and cracks Thong Song with an uppercut!#CL2#
Brynjar moves into the clinch.
Brynjar goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Thong Song tries a body shot but Brynjar blocks it.
Thong Song blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Thong Song blocks an uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Thong Song is looking for a takedown.
Thong Song is looking for a takedown.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Brynjar takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Brynjar. #T1#
A short right from Brynjar.
Thong Song misses with a hook from the clinch.
Brynjar gets through Thong Song's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Brynjar throws a punch but it's blocked by Thong Song.
Brynjar prevents a takedown attempt there.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Chang Thong Song. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Thong Song has clasped his hands together around Brynjar's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done. #ES2#
Brynjar sneaks out the side door and pushes Thong Song away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Thong Song slips under a jab from Brynjar.
Thong Song uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Brynjar.
Brynjar misses with a series of wild punches.
Brynjar avoids a punch combination nicely.
Brynjar takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Thong Song misses with a right hand
and Brynjar counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.#T2#
Thong Song misses with an uppercut. #CL2#
Brynjar rushes Thong Song and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Thong Song lands a left hand that snaps the head of Brynjar backwards.
Thong Song lands a nice uppercut.
Brynjar lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Thong Song or not.
Brynjar blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Thong Song fails to land.
Brynjar's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Brynjar lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Thong Song throws a head punch that misses.
Thong Song blocks a body shot from Brynjar.
Thong Song is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Brynjar pulls him back up using the underhooks.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Brynjar.
Brynjar scores with a nice hook to the head.#T3#
Thong Song leaning his opponent against the cage.
Thong Song fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Brynjar scores with a shot to the side of Thong Song's head.
Thong Song pushes Brynjar back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Brynjar prevents a takedown attempt there.
Thong Song misses with a short punch on the inside. #BC2#
Brynjar breaks the clinch.
Brynjar misses with a wild body shot.
Thong Song throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
A nice side step and Brynjar releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Thong Song throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Thong Song takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Thong Song connects with a looping right hand.
Thong Song avoids the body shot from Brynjar.
Brynjar fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Thong Song.#T4#
Thong Song throws a lazy right hand but Brynjar sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Thong Song has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Brynjar.
Brynjar scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A big right from Thong Song misses.
Thong Song misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Brynjar.
Thong Song misses with a wild body shot.
Brynjar walks into a jab.
Thong Song tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Brynjar stalks Thong Song and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Thong Song's face. Thong Song staggers backwards, shaken.
The fight stays on the outside here - Thong Song looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
A decent looking cross lands there for Brynjar.
Thong Song throws a looping overhand right but Brynjar ducks down to avoid it.
Thong Song gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Thong Song on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Nebojša Brynjar dominated that fourth round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R5#
Brynjar dips to his left and cracks Thong Song with an uppercut!#ROC2#
Thong Song is still looking wobbly from the end of the last round!
The fighters circle, before Brynjar throws a beautiful high kick that crashes into Thong Song's neck, sending him stumbling to the floor! Brynjar lands more strikes and forces a referee stoppage! That one ended in an instant!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:09 of round 5, we have a winner by way of TKO (Kick & Punches). Nebojša Brynjar!
Nebojša Brynjar is the new featherweight champion!
Nebojša Brynjar decided to call for a title shot in his post fight interview, which was very strange given the fact this fight was for a title and he's already the champion. I guess that's what getting punched in the head does for you.

 

Event: GKNY 90 - Fist v Defoe 2     
Date:   Sep 17, 2016
#R1#
Thong Song avoids the body shot from Jones.
Jones swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Thong Song will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Thong Song is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Jones throws a nice looking combination but Thong Song bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Thong Song slips a jab from Jones.
Thong Song steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Jones.
And Thong Song tries to counter it with a takedown but Jones pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Jones loads up on a big right hand but Thong Song slips the punch.
Jones takes one to the chin there.
Thong Song ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Jones moves away.
Jones throws a hook to the side of Thong Song's head but Thong Song sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Some wild striking there from Jones.
Jones takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
The fighters circle momentarily. Thong Song darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Thong Song fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Jones manages to avoid it.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jones dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#CL2#
Thong Song has closed the distance and engaged Jones in a clinch.
Jones tries to break the clinch but Thong Song is controlling the position.
A frustrated look appears on Jones's face as he tries to break the clinch. #T1#
Thong Song drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Jones gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Thong Song lands a right hand that snaps the head of Jones backwards.
Thong Song tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Jones blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Thong Song.
Thong Song pushes Jones back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Jones is trying to break the clinch but Thong Song is controlling him.
Jones looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
A shot in the inside from Thong Song.
Jones being controlled against the cage.
Stalling in the clinch from Thong Song.
Jones is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Cain Jones has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Chang Thong Song.
Thong Song cracks Jones with a nice body shot.
Thong Song presses Jones against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.#T2#
Thong Song lands a shoulder strike.
Thong Song lands a shoulder strike.
Jones is trying to push Thong Song away but Thong Song has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Thong Song scores with a shoulder strike.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Jones is looking to break free of the clinch but Thong Song has double underhooks.
Thong Song misses with the head strike.
We've been informed that Thong Song 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.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Thong Song.
Jones is pressed up against the cage. Thong Song has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Jones down to the mat. Jones avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Thong Song lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Jones looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Jones swats away the attempt to clinch by Thong Song.
We've been told by Jones's head coaches at Midnight MMA that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Thong Song.
Jones misses with a lunging right hand
and Thong Song counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Nice body punch from Jones.
Cain Jones seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jones works the jab nicely.
Thong Song scores with a jab. Jones acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Jones throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #T3#
Jones throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Nice takedown defense from Jones. No joy for Thong Song on that attempt. #CL2#
Thong Song moves into range and clinches up with Jones.
A nice right hand lands inside from Thong Song.
Thong Song tries to throw a body punch but Jones avoids it by throwing Thong Song back against the cage.
Thong Song tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Jones is trying to break the clinch but Thong Song is controlling him.
Jones is trying to break free.
Thong Song lands a nice shot to the body.
Thong Song keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Jones's efforts to push away.
Thong Song lands a left hand.
Thong Song is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Jones gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Nice body punch from Thong Song - that landed with a thud.
Thong Song doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Thong Song struggles to land a body shot inside as Jones controls his hands.
Thong Song tries a body shot but Jones blocks it. #T4#
Jones is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Thong Song scores with a shoulder strike.
Jones is trying to break free.
Jones is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Jones wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Thong Song working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Jones is trying to push Thong Song away but Thong Song has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Jones is pressed up against the cage. Thong Song has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Jones down to the mat. Jones avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Left hook, right uppercut from Jones.
Cain Jones is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jones swings away with a body shot that misses
and Thong Song cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CL2#
Thong Song forces Jones back against the cage and clinches.
Thong Song drops down looking for an ankle pick but Jones pulls his leg out and moves away. #TD2#
Thong Song dives in and scores a takedown into Jones's guard.
Jones is looking to stand up but Thong Song isn't so interested in that idea.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Chang Thong Song dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Jones lands with a good body shot.
Jones misses with a series of wild punches.
Thong Song lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Thong Song throws a right and a left that Jones avoids nicely.
Cain Jones is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
A slow jab from Thong Song misses its intended target.
Thong Song looks to land a combination but Jones avoids it well.
Jones throwing a counter right hand but Thong Song manages to avoid it.
Thong Song avoids a punch combination nicely.
Jones is really struggling to find his range with his punches. Thong Song's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.
Thong Song misses with a wild body shot.
A combination from Thong Song does no damage.
Jones is looking to wear down Thong Song with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
A jab from Thong Song does it's job there.
Jones misses with a double jab.
Thong Song 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.
Thong Song closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Thong Song throws a head punch that misses.
Jones is trying to break the clinch but Thong Song has him pressed against the cage. #T1#
Thong Song tries to throw a body punch but Jones avoids it by throwing Thong Song back against the cage.
Thong Song lands with a left to the head.
Thong Song will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Jones up against the cage.
Thong Song misses with some punches.
Thong Song misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Thong Song lands with a right to the head. #CUT2#
It looks like Cain Jones has been cut.
Thong Song lands a right hand.
Thong Song pressing his opponent against the cage.
Jones tries to circle away but Thong Song has him pinned against the cage.
Thong Song misses with a shot to the kidneys.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Thong Song.
Jones is trying to break the clinch but Thong Song is controlling him.
Thong Song lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Thong Song has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
A bit of stalling here from Thong Song. #T2#
Thong Song lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Thong Song tries a body shot but Jones blocks it.
Thong Song makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Thong Song stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Jones is trying to push Thong Song away but Thong Song has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Thong Song working some nice short punches in the clinch.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Thong Song creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #ROC2#
Jones is rocked!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Thong Song working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Oh Jones is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Thong Song lands a right hand.
Thong Song lands an uppercut in the clinch that drops Jones to his knees! Thong Song keeps firing more shots against his stricken opponent and the referee jumps in to save him!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:39 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Chang Thong Song!
Chang Thong Song decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

 

Event: GKNY 81 - Fist v McKenzie     
Date:   Jul 23, 2016
#R1#
Ahokas slips a straight right by Thong Song.#CL2#
Thong Song instigates a clinch.
We've been informed that Thong Song 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.
Ahokas fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Thong Song goes for a takedown in the clinch but Ahokas prevents it.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Thong Song.
A short right from Ahokas on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Ahokas.
Ahokas wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Ahokas tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Ahokas lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Ahokas is defending well against a takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Thong Song misses with a body punch. #TD2#
Thong Song gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Ahokas has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Thong Song is working away from the top position though.#SUB2#
Thong Song wants to work for an arm triangle but Ahokas is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #T1#
Ahokas wants to improve his position but Thong Song is controlling well.
Thong Song is trying to control. Ahokas wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Thong Song might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Ahokas haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#SUB2#
Thong Song is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Ahokas moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Ahokas keeping moving, preventing Thong Song from controlling successfully. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Ahokas lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Thong Song wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB2#
Ahokas avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #SUB2#
Ahokas got a little sloppy there for a moment and Thong Song has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Ahokas has managed to get both his arms back between Thong Song's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Thong Song throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Ahokas trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T3##SUB2#
Thong Song is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Ahokas is aware though and is defending well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Thong Song trying to keep a closed guard but Ahokas is proving a slippery customer.
Ahokas has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Ahokas wants to pass the guard but Thong Song is keeping the position.#SUB2#
Ahokas looking to improve position, pressing down on Thong Song's thigh with his hand. Thong Song seems to be working to lock up a guilotine though... is Ahokas paying attention? Apparently not! He's locked it up tight! Ahokas's face has turned purple! Will he tap? Will he! YES! He's tapped! Thong Song picked his opening and made it count! Great finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:48 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Chang Thong Song!
Chang Thong Song is the new featherweight champion!
A victorious Chang Thong Song thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

 

Event: GKNY 78 - Sodergren vs. Fist     
Date:   Jul 02, 2016
#R1#
Thong Song throws a body shot but no joy.
Thong Song connects with the punch.
Spencer throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Spencer wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
The fighters circling - Thong Song throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Thong Song drops his hands momentarily and Spencer takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Thong Song looks to score with a jab to the body but Spencer is just out of range.
Spencer defending well as Thong Song loads up on a big left hand.
Spencer takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Spencer changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Thong Song just misses with a punch to the body.
Spencer avoids the body shot from Thong Song.
Spencer swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Thong Song misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Spencer.
Spencer throws a jab but it's blocked by Thong Song.
Spencer misses the shot to the body.
Spencer lands a jab-cross combination.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#CL#
Spencer moves into the clinch.
Spencer tries a body shot but Thong Song blocks it.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Thong Song has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.#T1#
Spencer has a couple of punches blocked by Thong Song.
Spencer tries to stall but Thong Song uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Spencer just misses with a elbow thrown towards Thong Song's brow.
Spencer misses with a hook to the ribs.
Nice elbow from Spencer.
Spencer lands a right hand that snaps the head of Thong Song backwards.
Spencer misses with a knee strike. #TD2#
Thong Song gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
Thong Song is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Thong Song trying to control the position from guard on top but Spencer is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Spencer really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Thong Song works a leg free and moves into half guard. #SUB2#
Thong Song is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #T2##SUB2#
Thong Song is trying to work for a kimura but Spencer is defending well.
Thong Song wants to pass to mount but Spencer is defending the position.
Spencer wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Thong Song is looking for a kimura here.
This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB2#
Thong Song 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#
Spencer has a hand on Thong Song's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Thong Song takes advantage of the position though and mounts him!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Spencer is squirming around, avoiding Thong Song's attempts to control the action. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB2#
Thong Song looking to secure an arm triangle but Spencer defends it well. #SUB2#
Thong Song jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Spencer is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Spencer and Thong Song has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
Spencer can't do much from the bottom here. #SUB2#
Thong Song is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Spencer is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB2#
Thong Song working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Chang Thong Song will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Thong Song bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Spencer's head backwards.
Spencer goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Spencer with a nice cross.
Spencer takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Thong Song misses with a wild body shot.
Spencer lands with a shot to the body.
Thong Song digs a good body shot into Spencer's ribs.
A big left from Thong Song misses.
Spencer misses with a straight left.
Thong Song throws an off balance right hand
and Spencer makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#CL#
Spencer gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Thong Song lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Spencer blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Thong Song is looking for a takedown.
Spencer wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.#T1#
Spencer tries to land knees in the clinch but Thong Song avoids the damage to the body.
Spencer throws an elbow that misses.
Thong Song can't get the takedown.
Thong Song drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Mark Spencer has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Chang Thong Song.
Thong Song tries to throw a body punch but Spencer avoids it by throwing Thong Song back against the cage. #BC#
Spencer breaks the clinch.
Thong Song throws an off balance right hand
and Spencer counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Spencer takes a swing at Thong Song's ribcage but misses.
Mark Spencer is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL#
Thong Song tries to keep at a distance but Spencer has taken the fight into the clinch.
Thong Song lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Thong Song lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Spencer or not.
A body shot lands from Thong Song.
Thong Song takes an elbow to the forehead.
Good body shot from Thong Song.
Spencer fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #TD2#
Spencer is fighting off a takedown attempt but Thong Song is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Spencer to the mat. Spencer regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.
Thong Song is standing up over Spencer. Spencer looks to escape but Thong Song dives into side control. #T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#REVR##SUB2#
Thong Song tries for a kimura but Spencer is defending well. #SUB2#
Thong Song is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Spencer knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Thong Song is looking to take a break and control but Spencer is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
Thong Song goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Spencer has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Thong Song but great work by Spencer.#T3#
Thong Song manages to get back to half guard.
Thong Song is concentrating on defense, preventing Spencer from advancing position. #SUB2#
Thong Song is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Spencer pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Thong Song looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Thong Song is looking for a sweep. Spencer is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Spencer is keen to just control but Thong Song is a slippery customer.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Spencer trying to pass the guard but Thong Song defending well.
Thong Song is trying to control but can't.
Thong Song keeping hold of Spencer's head, controlling as best he can.
Spencer seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Thong Song does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Spencer is stalling here. Thong Song is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Spencer seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Thong Song has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
Thong Song works to advance to full mount. Spencer defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs.
Thong Song wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Chang Thong Song will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Thong Song tries to close the distance and clinch up but Spencer swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Spencer blocks a jab.
We've been told by Spencer's head coaches at Elite Strikers that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Spencer misses with a wild combination.
Thong Song jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Spencer scores with a shot to the body.
Thong Song throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Thong Song misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Spencer.
Spencer takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Spencer fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Thong Song misses with a straight left.
Thong Song throws the left hand but Spencer avoids the punch easily.
Spencer connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Spencer avoids the body shot from Thong Song.
Thong Song lands with a straight right. Spencer didn't see that one coming.#T1#
Spencer ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Thong Song moves away.
Thong Song tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Spencer was well out of range. Poor timing from Thong Song.
Spencer misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Thong Song.
It seemed like Thong Song was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Thong Song fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Spencer throws a chopping leg kick but Thong Song manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Spencer takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Spencer throws a nice looking combination but Thong Song bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Thong Song feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Spencers jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!#CL#
Spencer has taken the fight to the clinch.
Spencer trying to stall but Thong Song improves his position.
Thong Song blocks a punch to the side of the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Spencer.
Spencer wants to break free but Thong Song has control.
Spencer misses with some punches.
Thong Song has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Spencer is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Thong Song scores with a hook to the body.#TD2#
Thong Song gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB2#
Thong Song seems to be working for a kimura but Spencer defends the submission attempt.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T2##SUB2#
Thong Song is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB2#
Thong Song is trying to work for a kimura but Spencer is defending well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Thong Song is trying to work for a kimura but Spencer is defending well. #T3#
Spencer is trying to control but can't. #SUB2#
Thong Song is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Spencer sees it coming and defends easily.
Thong Song not doing much here.
Spencer knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Thong Song on the ground.
Spencer is not content to let Thong Song control the position.#SUB2#
Thong Song is looking for a kimura but Spencer is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Thong Song to get the leverage. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB2#
Thong Song is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Spencer defends it well.
Thong Song is trying to control. Spencer wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Chang Thong Song is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Thong Song with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Thong Song's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#SUB2#
Thong Song seems to be looking for submissions.

And that's the end of the fight!
Chang Thong Song comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Thong Song 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 Jonathan Paton scores the fight 27:30
Judge Anthony Taglia scores the fight 27:30
Judge Joseph Jones scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Chang Thong Song!

A very excited looking Chang Thong Song 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: GKNY 73 - Huseyin v Sodergren     
Date:   May 28, 2016
#R1#
Thong Song throws a good cross that connects.
Lamoureux swings for the body but Thong Song moves out of range.
Thong Song lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Lamoureux at a distance.
Lamoureux looks to score with a jab to the body but Thong Song is just out of range.#CL2#
Thong Song closes the distance and pushes Lamoureux back into the cage.
Thong Song wants a takedown. #TD2#
Lamoureux is fighting off a takedown attempt but Thong Song is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Lamoureux to the mat. Lamoureux regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.#ES#
Lamoureux pushes Thong Song off and scrambles back to his feet.
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!
Thong Song darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Thong Song has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Thong Song dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Thong Song misses with a body shot.
Thong Song just misses with a punch to the body. #TD2#
Thong Song shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Lamoureux is trying to defend but Thong Song finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Lamoureux trying to control from the bottom. #SUB2#
Thong Song is working for a kimura but Lamoureux is defending it quite comfortably. #T1#
Thong Song prevents Lamoureux from improving his position.#SUB2#
Thong Song is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Lamoureux is trying to control but can't.
Lamoureux wants to get back to full guard.
Thong Song looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Lamoureux is holding on to half guard well.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Thong Song is taking a breather. Lamoureux says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.#SUB2#
Thong Song is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #SUB2#
Thong Song is trying to work for a kimura but Lamoureux is defending well.
Thong Song wants to pass to mount but Lamoureux is defending the position. #T3##SUB2#
Thong Song is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Lamoureux defends it well. #SUB2#
Thong Song seems to be looking for submissions.
Lamoureux is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Thong Song is trying to work for a kimura but Lamoureux is defending well.
Lamoureux wants to improve his position but Thong Song is controlling well. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB2#
Thong Song is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Lamoureux tries to get to full guard but Thong Song has control of the leg. #SUB#
Lamoureux looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Thong Song misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Thong Song tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lamoureux was well out of range. Poor timing from Thong Song.
Spencer Lamoureux is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Thong Song doesn't manage to clinch there - Lamoureux circles away.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Lamoureux misses with a double jab.
Lamoureux looks to land a right hand but Thong Song moved out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Chang Thong Song 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#
Thong Song looks to score with a jab to the body but Lamoureux is just out of range.
A little feinted left hand from Lamoureux on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Lamoureux rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Thong Song moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Thong Song looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Thong Song is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Lamoureux rather than just go for the knockout.
Lamoureux thuds his right hand into Thong Song's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Thong Song bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Thong Song tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Lamoureux misses the shot to the body.
Thong Song punishes Lamoureux's body with a nice straight punch.
A telegraphed right hand from Lamoureux misses the target.
Lamoureux throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #TD2#
Thong Song shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Lamoureux's guard.
Thong Song 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.
Thong Song wants to control from the top but Lamoureux keeps moving.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Thong Song is pushing down on Lamoureux's leg trying to pass to half guard. Lamoureux is fighting to maintain full guard but Thong Song has managed to sneak the leg through.#T1#
The fighters are battling for position here. Lamoureux manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Lamoureux might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Thong Song pushes down on Lamoureux's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Lamoureux has a hand on Thong Song's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Thong Song takes advantage of the position though and mounts him!
Lamoureux tries to hold on but Thong Song pushes him away. #SUB2#
Thong Song goes for an armbar but Lamoureux turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Lamoureux.
Thong Song controls Lamoureux momentarily but Lamoureux frees himself. #T2#
Lamoureux wants to control from the top but Thong Song keeps moving.
Thong Song working a defensive guard here. #SUB2#
Thong Song is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Thong Song keeping moving, preventing Lamoureux from controlling successfully.
Lamoureux won't allow Thong Song to sweep him here.
Thong Song is trying to keep Lamoureux in close. #T3#
Lamoureux works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Lamoureux perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Thong Song works his way to full guard. Good work.
Thong Song being controlled here, momentarily.
Lamoureux stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Thong Song swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Lamoureux has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Thong Song has a closed guard, preventing Lamoureux from standing up.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Thong Song is trying to control the position from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#CL2#
Thong Song has Lamoureux up against the cage in a clinch.
Lamoureux blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Thong Song lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. #TD2#
Thong Song has clasped his hands together around Lamoureux's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done. #SUB2#
Thong Song is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Lamoureux knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB2#
Thong Song tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Chang Thong Song will probably get the nod - 10:9.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Thong Song misses the jab.
Lamoureux seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Lamoureux stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Thong Song.
Thong Song throws a hook but Lamoureux avoids it easily.
Thong Song displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Lamoureux throws out the jab.
Lamoureux keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Thong Song uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lamoureux.
Thong Song looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Thong Song tests Lamoureux's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Lamoureux takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lamoureux connects with a single shot there.
Lamoureux connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Thong Song momentarily.
Lamoureux walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Lamoureux throws a right hand that Thong Song ducks under and follows up with a left that Thong Song also avoids with ease.
Lamoureux pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Thong Song throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. #T1#
Lamoureux comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Thong Song has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Thong Song takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Spencer Lamoureux is winning the standup battle so far.
Nice takedown defense from Lamoureux. No joy for Thong Song on that attempt.
Thong Song doesn't manage to clinch there - Lamoureux circles away.
Lamoureux connects with a body shot that sends Thong Song's belly button to the back.
Thong Song throws a body shot but no joy.
Lamoureux moves away from the strike by Thong Song.
Lamoureux looks to land a left hand but Thong Song moved out of range nicely.
Lamoureux swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Thong Song let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Lamoureux misses with a hook.
Thong Song swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Lamoureux.
Lamoureux takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Thong Song keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Lamoureux.
Lamoureux misses the jab.
Lamoureux throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Thong Song counters with a nice uppercut.
Lamoureux takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lamoureux throws the left hand but Thong Song avoids the punch easily.#T2#
Lamoureux throws a right hand that Thong Song ducks under and follows up with a left that Thong Song also avoids with ease.
Lamoureux scores with a hook to the body. Thong Song takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Thong Song ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lamoureux moves away.
Lamoureux steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Thong Song.
Lamoureux uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Thong Song.
A shot to the liver by Lamoureux. Beautiful body shot.
Lamoureux tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Thong Song was well out of range. Poor timing from Lamoureux.
Lamoureux thows a left - swing and a miss!
Nice defenses there by Lamoureux.
Lamoureux is looking for a counter combo.
Thong Song throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lamoureux sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Lamoureux takes one to the side of the head.
Lamoureux throws a right and a left that Thong Song avoids nicely.
Lamoureux looks to land a right hand but Thong Song moved out of range.
Thong Song wants to clinch up but Lamoureux keeps it at a distance.
Lamoureux misses with a body punch
and Thong Song counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Lamoureux takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Lamoureux misses with an uppercut. Thong Song saw that one coming.#T3#
Thong Song moves into range and connects with a jab.
Thong Song keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Thong Song feints the counter takedown.
Lamoureux throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Thong Song ducks under a wild hook from Lamoureux.#TD2#
Thong Song decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.#SUB2#
Thong Song is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #SUB2#
Thong Song is working for a submission of some sort.
Spencer Lamoureux has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Lamoureux looks like he's trying to stand up. #T4#
Lamoureux wants to control but Thong Song is keeping busy. #SUB2#
Thong Song is working for a kimura but Lamoureux is defending it quite comfortably.
Chang Thong Song is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Lamoureux is not content to let Thong Song control the position.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Chang Thong Song.
Well Thong Song 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 Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 27:30
Judge Franklyn Lucas scores the fight 27:30
Judge Reed Andrews scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Chang Thong Song!

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

 

Event: GKNy 68 - Halleck V Chambers     
Date:   Apr 30, 2016
#R1##TD2#
Thong Song gets a takedown into half guard.#ES#
Offensive has one foot on Thong Song's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
Offensive looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Offensive takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
A slow jab from Offensive misses its intended target.
Thong Song lands a lovely overhand right.
Thong Song is looking to clinch but Offensive is avoiding it.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Thong Song has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Offensive walks into a jab.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Thong Song scores with a jab to the jaw.
Offensive throws a body punch but Thong Song moves out of range.
Nice defenses there by Thong Song.
Thong Song shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Offensive throwing a counter right hand but Thong Song manages to avoid it.
A telegraphed right hand from Thong Song misses the target.
Offensive throws a jab when Thong Song was well out of range.
Thong Song is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Offensive loads up on a big right hand but Thong Song slips the punch.#T1#
Offensive misses with a straight right.
Thong Song keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Offensive.
And Thong Song tries to counter it with a takedown but Offensive pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Thong Song swings widly with a right hand
and Offensive counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Offensive is really struggling to find his range with his punches. Thong Song's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.
Offensive throws a hook but Thong Song blocks it.
Offensive jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Offensive on the wrong end of a nice jab.#CL2#
Thong Song rushes Offensive and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
A right handed body shot lands from Thong Song.
Offensive has a couple of punches blocked by Thong Song.
A short left from Offensive.
Offensive is working Thong Song over against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Thong Song fails to land.
Thong Song tries to throw a body punch but Offensive avoids it by throwing Thong Song back against the cage.
Offensive lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Offensive throws a head punch that misses.
Thong Song misses with the head strike.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Thong Song changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Offensive fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Chang Thong Song seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T2#
Offensive avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
An attempted straight right counter from Offensive misses the target.
Offensive misses with a left hand
and Thong Song cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Offensive throws a big shot that misses.
Thong Song looks to land a combination but Offensive avoids it well.
Thong Song is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Offensive. #TD2#
Thong Song throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Offensive was covering up waiting for the punch and Thong Song finishes the takedown easily into guard.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Offensive holds on and takes a little breather.
Thong Song stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Offensive swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Offensive keeping moving, preventing Thong Song from controlling successfully. #T3#
Thong Song looking to pass the guard.
Thong Song passes Offensive's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #SUB2#
Thong Song is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Offensive has managed to free his arm - good work. #ES#
Offensive has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Thong Song is on him like a limpet, forcing Offensive back against the cage.
The referee calls for Offensive to work.
Thong Song is looking to take this one to the mat.
Global Offensive has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Chang Thong Song.
Offensive throws a head punch that misses.
Thong Song lands a shoulder strike.
Thong Song tries for a takedown. No joy.
Offensive tries to stall but Thong Song uses the opportunity to gain a better position. #T4#
Thong Song tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Thong Song is looking for a takedown.
Thong Song tries to work over Offensive's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Thong Song has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Thong Song tries to work over Offensive's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Offensive is struggling to control the position.
Thong Song is working for takedown but Offensive is calmly controlling the position for now.
Offensive taking a breather.
Offensive leaning against his opponent.
Offensive gets a warning from the ref for wasting time.
Thong Song blocks an uppercut.
Offensive fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Thong Song is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Offensive is defending well.
A short right from Thong Song on the inside.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Offensive misses with the head strike.
Thong Song is looking for a takedown.
Offensive blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Thong Song throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Offensives head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Chang Thong Song will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Offensive throws a poor cross that misses
and Thong Song counters with a nice uppercut.
Thong Song throws a poor cross that misses
and Offensive counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Thong Song looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Thong Song takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Thong Song keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Thong Song with a jab.
Thong Song uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Offensive.
Offensive is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Offensive ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Thong Song misses with a two punch combination.
Thong Song swings and misses with a hook to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Thong Song scores with a decent looking hook.
Thong Song with a poor takedown
letting Offensive counter with a right hand.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Offensive just misses with a punch to the body.
It seemed like Thong Song was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Offensive takes a swing at Thong Song's ribcage but misses.
Offensive throws a shot from downtown. Thong Song moves away and avoids it.
Thong Song looks like he wants to counter punch here.#T1#
Offensive avoids the body shot from Thong Song.
Thong Song cracks Offensive with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Thong Song misses with an uppercut. Offensive saw that one coming.
Offensive throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Thong Song! But no joy.
Thong Song tries to clinch but Offensive is having none of it.
Offensive lands with a right hand.
Offensive uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Thong Song.
Thong Song tries to clinch up but Offensive circles away and keeps his distance.
Offensive throws a lazy right hand but Thong Song sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Offensive misses with a looping left.
Despite the aggression on Thong Song's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Thong Song shoots and misses
and Offensive counters with a stiff right hand.
Thong Song lands the left hand.
A big left from Thong Song misses.
Offensive misses with a wild body shot. #T2#
Thong Song throws out a powerful jab.
Offensive loads up on a big right hand but Thong Song slips the punch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Thong Song fails in his attempt to clinch.
Offensive misses with a hook. Thong Song ducked under it nicely.
Thong Song's jab looks to have found its range, popping Offensive under the eye.
Thong Song cracks a nice hook into Offensive's ribs.
Thong Song ducks under a wild hook from Offensive.
The fighters circling - Offensive throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Thong Song lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Thong Song moves out of range of the strikes.
Thong Song gets cracked there but stands up to it. #CL2#
Thong Song clinches up with Offensive and pushes him back against the cage.
Offensive has a couple of punches blocked by Thong Song.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch. #T3#
A short right hand to the side of the head by Thong Song.
Offensive softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Thong Song drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Offensive gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Global Offensive has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Chang Thong Song.
Offensive blocking some punches.
Offensive misses with a punch on the inside.
Offensive blocks an uppercut.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Offensive can't find room to land a body shot as Thong Song controls the action.
Thong Song changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Offensive fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Thong Song throws a lazy right hand but Offensive sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Offensive slips a jab and a cross from Thong Song.
A jab from Offensive misses.
Thong Song feints the counter takedown.
Offensive just misses with a punch to the body.
Thong Song throws out a powerful jab.#T4#
Offensive misses with a left hand
and Thong Song cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Thong Song scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Thong Song bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Thong Song throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Thong Song looks for a takedown but Offensive sprawls well.
Thong Song fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Offensive manages to avoid it.
Offensive is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Thong Song gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Offensive counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Offensive slips a jab from Thong Song.
It looked like Offensive wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Sloppy strikes from Thong Song. Those never looked like landing.
Thong Song throws a right hand that misses
letting Offensive counter with a right hand.
Thong Song displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Offensive throws out the jab.
A nice side step and Thong Song releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Chang Thong Song will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, 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##CL2#
Thong Song closes the distance and clinches.
Offensive lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Thong Song is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Offensive lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Global Offensive has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Thong Song is trying to drag Offensive to the mat but Offensive just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Thong Song misses with a short punch on the inside.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Offensive creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Offensive creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Offensive lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Thong Song goes for a takedown attempt but Offensive pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Global Offensive has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Chang Thong Song.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Thong Song swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Some wild striking there from Thong Song.
Thong Song bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Offensive's head backwards.#T1#
Offensive changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Thong Song misses with an uppercut.
Thong Song tries to clinch but Offensive moves out of range.
Thong Song tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Offensive counters with a stiff right hand. #ROC#
Thong Song is rocked!
Thong Song misses with a lunging right hand
and Offensive counters with a huge left! Thong Song is in big trouble! He's backing up but Offensive isn't giving him chance to recover. Under a barage of punches the ref has to step in to save Thong Song from any more damage. A dominating finish by Offensive!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:33 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Global Offensive!

 

Event: GKNY 62 - Clavette V Halleck     
Date:   Apr 02, 2016
#R1#
Thong Song bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Corleone's head backwards.
Thong Song misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Corleone.
Thong Song just misses with a punch to the body.
Corleone feints the counter takedown.
Thong Song wants to land a leg kick but Corleone is out of range.
Nice jab there from Thong Song.
Corleone misses with a straight right.
Thong Song attempts a counter takedown but Corleone avoids it well and moves away.
Thong Song ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Frankie Corleone seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Corleone lands a leg kick that knocks Thong Song off balance momentarily.
Thong Song throws a head kick but Corleone moves out of range.
Thong Song throws a body kick that misses.
Thong Song misses with the combination.
Corleone has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Thong Song.
Thong Song fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Corleone looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Thong Song scores with a jab.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Corleone misses with a takedown attempt - Thong Song sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.#T1#
Thong Song throws a jab but it's blocked by Corleone. #TD2#
Corleone shoots in and gets a takedown into Thong Song's guard.
Corleone with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Corleone is in close to Thong Song's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Corleone must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Thong Song looking to control.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Corleone working his ground and pound in the gym. So far it seems to be working well.#SUB#
Thong Song is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Corleone stands up over Thong Song, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Corleone trying to control but Thong Song is working from the bottom.
Corleone trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Thong Song is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Corleone missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #T2#
Thong Song looking to hit a scissor sweep but Corleone is one step ahead there.
Corleone pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Thong Song is keeping the position for now.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Thong Song throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SUB#
Corleone is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Thong Song has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Corleone is looking to defend but Thong Song has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Corleone! Thong Song pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Corleone taps out and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Chang Thong Song!
Our winner, Chang Thong Song, 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.

 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 

 
 
 
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