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Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Oct 28, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Mspomfad tries to clinch up but Marston circles away and keeps his distance.
Marston is breathing heavily.
Marston circles away from the clinch attempt.
Marston swings for the body but Mspomfad moves out of range.
Marston slaps away a takedown attempt from Mspomfad, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Marston avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Marston is looking to counter punch.
Mspomfad fails to land with a series of punches.
Mspomfad tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Marston swivels and escapes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mspomfad rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Marston moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Marston went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
A jab from Mspomfad misses.
An attempted straight right counter from Marston misses the target.
Mspomfad tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Marston was well out of range. Poor timing from Mspomfad.
Mspomfad misses with a body shot. #T1#
Mspomfad is looking to clinch but Marston is avoiding it.
Mspomfad looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Mspomfad is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Some bone on bone action there as Marston checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Mspomfad throws a right and a left that Marston avoids nicely.
Marston went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Mspomfad fails with an attempt to clinch.
Mspomfad throws a combination that misses
and Marston counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Marston keeps the fight on the outside.
A little feinted left hand from Marston on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Mspomfad shoots in looking for a takedown. Marston tries to sprawl out of it but Mspomfad keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Marston manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Marston looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Lucas Marston has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Msujfnaud Mspomfad.#T2#
No joy there for Mspomfad, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Mspomfad ducks under a wild hook from Marston.
Marston avoids the clinch attempt nicely. #CL2#
Mspomfad gets a clinch.
Mspomfad can't get the takedown.
Mspomfad is trying to force a seperation but Marston has the dominant position.
Mspomfad tries to break free but Marston pushes him back against the cage.
Mspomfad wants to break the clinch but can't.
Marston has Mspomfad pressed against the cage, preventing Mspomfad from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Mspomfad looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Mspomfad blocking some punches.
Marston tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T3#
Mspomfad tries to circle away but Marston has him pinned against the cage.
Mspomfad wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Marston has him pressed against the cage.
Mspomfad tries to pull guard but Marston holds him up against the cage and eventually Mspomfad drops back down to his feet.
Marston is pressed up against the cage. Mspomfad has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Marston down to the mat. Marston avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #CL2#
Mspomfad darts in and clinches Marston up against the cage.
Marston fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Mspomfad can't break the clinch.
Marston has Mspomfad pressed against the cage, preventing Mspomfad from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Mspomfad wants to get back to striking at distance but Marston won't allow it.
Mspomfad drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Marston gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Mspomfad blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Marston misses with the head strike. #T4#
Mspomfad is trying to force a seperation but Marston has the dominant position.
Mspomfad is trying to break the clinch but Marston is controlling him.
Marston is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Mspomfad is keeping busy.
Mspomfad looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Marston has Mspomfad pressed against the cage, preventing Mspomfad from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Mspomfad working hard to break the clinch.#TD2#
Mspomfad gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Marston is refusing to be controlled, as Mspomfad sits in half guard.
Mspomfad is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Mspomfad lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Marston is not content to let Mspomfad control the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Msujfnaud Mspomfad will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Mspomfad throws a shot from downtown. Marston moves away and avoids it.
It looked like Marston wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Mspomfad throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Mspomfad misses with a jab to the body
and Marston counters with a straight right hand.#CL2#
Mspomfad moves into the clinch successfully.
Mspomfad working hard to break the clinch.
A short right from Marston on the inside.
Marston tries to throw a body punch but Mspomfad avoids it by throwing Marston back against the cage.
Mspomfad wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Mspomfad is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mspomfad trying to land knees to the body.
Marston prevents the takedown attempt.
Mspomfad is trying to break the clinch but Marston has him pressed against the cage.
Mspomfad wants to take the fight to the mat but Marston manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Lucas Marston has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Msujfnaud Mspomfad.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Mspomfad has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.#T1#
Mspomfad is trying to drag Marston to the mat but Marston just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Mspomfad wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Marston stops a takedown attempt from Mspomfad.
Mspomfad wants to break free but Marston has control.
Mspomfad drops down looking for an ankle pick but Marston pulls his leg out and moves away.
Mspomfad darts in looking for a takedown but Marston gets double underhooks and turns Mspomfad into the cage.
Mspomfad tries to clinch up.
Marston swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Mspomfad is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Marston is looking for a counter combo.
Mspomfad moves out of range as Marston strikes.
Msujfnaud Mspomfad is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Mspomfad swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Mspomfad shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Marston as he jumps to the side. #TD2#
Mspomfad looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Mspomfad takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.#SUB2#
Mspomfad seems to be working for a kimura but Marston defends the submission attempt.
Mspomfad lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. #T3#
Marston is staying active underneath Mspomfad, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Mspomfad working the head and body with strikes.
Mspomfad is looking to take a break and control but Marston is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Mspomfad might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Marston haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Mspomfad is controlling the pace. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Marston trying to hold on to Mspomfad's head to control him but Mspomfad postures up. #SUB2#
Mspomfad seems to be looking for submissions.
Mspomfad lands with a punch from half guard. #SUB2#
Mspomfad is looking for a kimura here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Mspomfad is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Marston has managed to free his arm - good work.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Msujfnaud Mspomfad 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! 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#
Mspomfad uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Marston.
Mspomfad misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Mspomfad pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Mspomfad is looking to land body kicks.
Marston is looking to counter punch.
Mspomfad fails with an attempt to clinch.
Mspomfad tries to clinch up but Marston circles away and keeps his distance.
A little feinted left hand from Marston on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Mspomfad throws a head kick that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Mspomfad moves into the clinch.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Mspomfad is trying to drag Marston to the mat but Marston just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Mspomfad. #T1#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Marston.
Mspomfad tries to circle away but Marston has him pinned against the cage.
Mspomfad is looking to take this one to the mat.
Mspomfad tries to break the clinch but Marston is controlling the position.
Mspomfad has had enough of the clinch but Marston keeps him there for the moment.
Mspomfad wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Marston has him pressed against the cage.
Mspomfad is trying to push Marston away but Marston has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Mspomfad is trying to push Marston away but Marston has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Mspomfad changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Marston fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Lucas Marston has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Msujfnaud Mspomfad.
Nice takedown defense from Marston. No joy for Mspomfad on that attempt.
Marston stuffs the takedown attempt from Mspomfad. Mspomfad gets slowly back to his feet.
Lucas Marston has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#CL2#
Mspomfad has closed the distance and engaged Marston in a clinch.
Mspomfad tries to break the clinch but Marston is controlling the position.
Mspomfad is trying to push Marston away but Marston has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Mspomfad is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Marston is defending well.
Mspomfad can't get the takedown.
Marston misses with a punch on the inside.
Marston lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Mspomfad tries for a takedown. No joy.
Marston is really struggling to find his range with his punches. Mspomfad's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.#BC2#
Mspomfad breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Mspomfad fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Marston manages to avoid it.
Mspomfad misses with a hook. Marston ducked under it nicely.
Marston tried to counter with a leg kick but Mspomfad avoided it.#T3#
Mspomfad shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Marston counters with a head kick. That will keep Mspomfad thinking before he tries any more sloppy attacks!
Mspomfad misses with a low kick as Marston jumps back.
Marston avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Marston moves out of range of the body kick.
Marston throwing a counter right hand but Mspomfad manages to avoid it.
No joy there for Mspomfad, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
An attempted straight right counter from Marston misses the target.
Mspomfad wants to clinch up but Marston keeps it at a distance.
Msujfnaud Mspomfad is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Marston avoids the head kick by Mspomfad.
Marston was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Mspomfad. #T4#
Marston avoids a punch combination nicely.
Marston was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Mspomfad is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Marston is looking to counter punch.
Mspomfad fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Mspomfad tries to close the distance and clinch but Marston swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Marston showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Mspomfad.

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 Lucas Marston.
I think Mspomfad 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 Aafke Stam scores the fight 29:29
Judge Saam Ante scores the fight 29:29
Judge Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 29:28

The fight is ruled a majority draw!

 

Event: BFC 25: Butcher Vs. Cain     
Date:   Oct 24, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#CL2#
Jackson rushes Marston and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Jackson.
Marston lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Marston gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Jackson.
Marston misses with a body punch.
Jackson has Marston pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Marston manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. #TD2#
Jackson gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Marston regains guard.
Marston wants to sweep but no luck.
Marston has Jackson pulled in close to control his posture.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Marston is on top in guard. #REVR##SUB2#
Jackson throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Marston preventing the sweep.
Marston wants to control from the top but Jackson keeps moving. #T1#
Marston is pushing down on Jackson's leg trying to pass to half guard. Jackson is fighting to maintain full guard but Marston has managed to sneak the leg through.
Jackson is trying to control but can't.
Jackson is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Marston's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Marston's back!
Marston looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Marston tries to escape but Jackson has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Marston is working hard here to advance position.
Well, with Jackson on his back, surely it's only a matter of time before Marston is tapping out... Can he escape the position?
Marston just trying to survive but Jackson is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Jackson is trying to stick to Marston's back but Marston is turning into Jackson. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Jackson's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Marston.
Marston wants to control from the top but Jackson keeps moving.
Marston being controlled here momentarily. #T2#
Jackson looking for a sweep. Not yet Jackson, not yet.
Marston trying to control the position from guard on top but Jackson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Marston stands and throws Jackson's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Jackson tries to bench press Marston off him but Marston keeps the position.
Jackson is not content to let Marston control the position.
Jackson sneaks back into half guard.
Marston is trying to control the action in half guard but Jackson is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB#
Marston 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#
Jackson trying to control but Marston postures up.
Jackson gets back to full guard.
Jackson wants to sweep here but Marston controlling him for the moment.
Marston pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Jackson is keeping the position for now.
Jackson keeping moving, preventing Marston from controlling successfully. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Jackson 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#
Marston is trying to get back to full guard.
Jackson looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Jackson is looking for a kimura. It's pretty deep but Marston still has the half guard so he's probably OK. Oh, Marston has exploded into a beautiful escape there and after a quick scramble, he's ended up in side control on top! Nice work!
Marston looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Marston tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Jackson is trying to work for a sweep but Marston has mounted him!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Tyrano Jackson will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Jackson moves in looking to clinch but Marston pushes him off.
Marston takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Jackson moves in looking to clinch but Marston pushes him off.
Jackson tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #CL2#
Jackson has Marston up against the cage in a clinch.
Marston has a couple of punches blocked by Jackson.
Jackson lands a left hand that snaps the head of Marston backwards.
Jackson blocks an uppercut.
Marston wants to stall.
Jackson scores with a shot to the side of Marston's head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marston misses with a body punch.
A short right from Marston on the inside.
Jackson goes for a takedown attempt but Marston pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Jackson closes the distance and clinches up with Marston, looking for a takedown. Jackson pushes Marston against the cage but Marston circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Marston lands a lovely overhand right.#T1#
A telegraphed right hand from Marston misses the target.
Horrible takedown attempt by Jackson or perhaps it was just good defense by Marston, which made it look bad.
Lucas Marston has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tyrano Jackson.
Jackson scores with a hook.
Jackson doesn't manage to clinch there - Marston circles away.
Jackson takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Marston takes a jab right on the kisser.
Jackson misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Marston counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Jackson smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Jackson misses with a looping right.
Jackson throws a right hand that misses
enabling Marston to counter with a crisp jab. #T2#
Jackson connects with a body shot.#TD2#
Jackson shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Marston is trying to get back to full guard.
Marston is trying to control but can't.
Marston tries to roll over but Jackson keeps him under control.
Jackson winds up and cracks Marston with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Marston has hold of Jackson's hands but Jackson slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Jackson winds up and cracks Marston with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Jackson lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Marston is trying is best to control the position here. #T3#
Jackson works his way into full mount!
Jackson dominating with strikes here.
Marston keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
BOOM! Jackson connects with a massive shot to the dome!
Jackson raining down shots from the mount!
Jackson raining down hammerfists from mount.
Jackson avoids the attempt from Marston to control.
BOOM! Jackson connects with a massive shot to the dome!
Jackson postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Marston looks a forlorn figure. #ROC2#Marston is rocked!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jackson lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Marston hang on?
Oh Marston is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!#T4#
Jackson softens up his opponent with a couple of shots there and then CRACK! One massive shot lands there and Marston is out cold! Jackson jumps to his feet and celebrates on the cage with the fans, who are, quite frankly, going absolutely mental!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:24 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Tyrano Jackson!
Tyrano Jackson spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant.

 

Event: BFC 21: Bitch Vs. Sparrow     
Date:   Sep 19, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Marston gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Crawford.
Decent striking displayed by Crawford there.
Marston throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Crawford misses with a series of wild punches.
Marston tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Crawford is able to avoid easily.
Crawford will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Crawford misses with a straight right.
Marston was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Crawford jabs Marston right on the nose. Marston blinks but takes it well.
Crawford takes a swing at Marston's ribcage but misses.
Crawford darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Crawford throws a jab but it's blocked by Marston.
A counter left hand to the body from Marston misses its target.
Marston misses the jab.
Marston throws a half hearted mid kick.
Crawford throws a right and a left that Marston avoids nicely.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Crawford works Marston's body with a nice hook.#T1#
Crawford throws a series of punches but Marston avoids them all with ease.
Marston throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Crawford scores with a sloppy right hand. Marston should have avoided that one.
Marston swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Marston.
Crawford throws a right hand that Marston ducks under and follows up with a left that Marston also avoids with ease.
Crawford throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Marston sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Marston went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Crawford throws the left hand but Marston avoids the punch easily.
Marston appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Marston slips a jab from Crawford.
Crawford just misses with a punch to the body.
Marston on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Marston lands with a kick to the temple. Crawford shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?" #CUT#It looks like Jay Crawford has been cut.
Marston takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Crawford swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Marston lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.#T2#
Crawford cracks a nice hook into Marston's ribs.
Crawford walks into a straight right hand from Marston.
Marston tries a head kick but it misses.
Crawford smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Crawford misses with a few strikes there.
Danga de danga de dang - Crawford scores with a four punch combination!
Marston looks for a takedown but Crawford sprawls well.
Crawford uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Marston.
Marston tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Crawford was well out of range. Poor timing from Marston.
Crawford swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Crawford has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Crawford throws a nice looking combination but Marston bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Marston throws a head kick that misses.
Crawford throws an off balance right hand
and Marston counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. #T3#
Crawford cracks Marston with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Crawford misses with a wild body shot.
Crawford is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Marston had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
Crawford throws a looping overhand right but Marston ducks down to avoid it.
Crawford misses with a hook. Marston ducked under it nicely.
Marston on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Marston defending well as Crawford loads up on a big left hand.
Marston is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Nice shot by Crawford.
Good shot there by Crawford.
Marston lands a high kick!
Crawford lands a two punch combo.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Crawford lands a nice shot to the body.
Crawford throws a jab when Marston was well out of range.
Crawford fails to land with a series of punches.
Marston appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Marston looks to score with a jab to the body but Crawford is just out of range.#T4#
Crawford swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Crawford connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Crawford throws a big shot that misses.
Marston throws a quick counter head kick but Crawford was just out of range.
Crawford scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Crawford throws a right and a left that Marston avoids nicely.
As Crawford backs away, Marston returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Crawford misses with a combination
and Marston counters with an outside leg kick.
Crawford lands the left hand.
Crawford misses with a wild combination.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Marston looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Crawford scores with a body shot.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jay Crawford dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Jay Crawford'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#
Jab, jab by Crawford - just one landing.
Crawford uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Marston.
A punch combination from Crawford misses.
Jay Crawford is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Marston scores with a sloppy right hand. Crawford should have avoided that one.
Crawford uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Marston has time to react.
Marston throws a head kick that misses.
Marston lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Crawford scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Crawford lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Crawford, as that shot connected.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Marston just misses with a punch to the body.
Jay Crawford seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Crawford throws out a powerful jab.
Crawford dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Marston misses with a low kick.
Crawford fails to land with a series of punches. #T1#
Crawford throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Marston lands with a straight right. Crawford didn't see that one coming.
Good exchange - Crawford coming out on top.
Crawford throws a looping overhand right but Marston ducks down to avoid it.
Marston throws a body shot but no joy.
Crawford scores with a nice right hand.
Marston is looking to wear down Crawford with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Crawford keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Crawford tries to bum rush Marston with a series of wild strikes but Marston uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
An attempted straight right counter from Marston misses the target.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Marston might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Crawford throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Marston appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Marston is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Crawford.
Crawford throws a right and a left that both miss.
Crawford rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Marston moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
A quick step to the side and Marston tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Marston fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Crawford manages to avoid it.#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Marston thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Crawford if he has to take too many more of those.
Crawford is breathing heavily.
Crawford throws a good cross that connects.
Marston looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Crawford throws a series of strikes that have Marston backpedaling.
Marston thuds his shin into the meat of Crawford's side.
Crawford throws a jab when Marston was well out of range.
Crawford throws out a loose jab but Marston uses good head movement to avoid it.
Marston throws a body punch but Crawford moves out of range.
Marston takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Crawford throws a right and a left that both miss.
Jay Crawford seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Crawford looks to land a combination but Marston avoids it well.
Crawford takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Jay Crawford is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Marston throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Crawford misses with an uppercut
and Marston counters with a good low kick that Crawford was not able to check.
Marston ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#T3#
Crawford lands a right hook to the body.
Crawford misses with a jab to the body
and Marston counters with a body kick that stops Crawford in his tracks momentarily.
Crawford takes one on the button.
Crawford misses with a jab to the body
and Marston counters with a head kick. That will keep Crawford thinking before he tries any more sloppy attacks!
Marston stuns Crawford with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Marston swings for the body but Crawford moves out of range.
Crawford misses with a straight right.
Marston on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Marston.
Marston lands a nice leg kick that just misses Crawford's sensitive parts.
Crawford takes a swing at Marston's ribcage but misses.
Crawford throws a hook to the side of Marston's head but Marston sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Marston throwing a counter right hand but Crawford manages to avoid it.#T4#
Crawford swings widly with a right hand
and Marston counters with a lovely shot to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Marston bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Crawford has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Crawford misses with a left hand
and Marston counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Marston throws a chopping leg kick but Crawford manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Marston looks to score with a jab to the body but Crawford is just out of range.
Crawford misses with a straight right.
Crawford misses the jab.
Crawford loads up on a big right hand but Marston slips the punch.
Marston digs a good hook to Crawford's body.
Marston displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Crawford throws out the jab.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Crawford on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Marston. Marston obviously looking to wear him down.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Crawford takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Marston looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jay Crawford showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Jay Crawford's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
A lazy left from Marston finds it's target.
Marston connects with a nice looking jab.
Marston misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Marston scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Marston dodges the punch combination from Crawford.
Crawford misses with an uppercut. Marston saw that one coming.
Crawford's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Crawford misses with a double jab.
Marston lands an overhand right.
Crawford blocks a low kick nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marston throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Crawford throws a right and a left that Marston avoids nicely.
Marston throws a good cross that connects.
Crawford takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Some wild striking there from Marston. #T1#
Marston takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
A big right from Marston misses.
Crawford fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Crawford swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Marston counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Marston lands with a kick to the ribs.
Crawford digs a good body shot into Marston's ribs.
Marston pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Crawford throws a series of punches but Marston avoids them all with ease.
Good shot there by Marston.
Crawford lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Marston circles away quickly and effectively.
Marston throws a head kick that misses.
Lucas Marston has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Crawford tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Marston was well out of range. Poor timing from Crawford.
A counter left hand to the body from Marston misses its target.
Marston misses with a wild body shot.
Marston is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Marston fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Crawford manages to avoid it.
Marston showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Crawford.
Crawford lands a slapping body shot.
Crawford throws a jab but it's blocked by Marston.
Marston looks for a takedown but Crawford sprawls well.
Crawford lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook. #T3#
Crawford scores with a sloppy right hand. Marston should have avoided that one.
Crawford scores with a jab.
Crawford slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Crawford lands a lovely overhand right.
Crawford throws a looping overhand right but Marston ducks down to avoid it.
Crawford fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Marston on the side of the head.
Crawford scores with a body shot.
Marston throws out a leg kick but Crawford moves out of range and Marston only half commits.
A jab from Crawford finds it's way through Marston's defenses.
Nice defenses there by Marston.
Marston takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Marston looks to score with a jab to the body but Crawford is just 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!
Marston is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Crawford.#T4#
Crawford just misses with a punch to the body.
Marston appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Crawford misses with a looping right.
Crawford stuns Marston with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Crawford throws a hook but Marston blocks it.
A quick step to the side and Marston tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Crawford fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Marston manages to avoid it.
Crawford misses with a body punch #KD#
and Marston counters with a nice right hand that sends Crawford toppling to the canvas! Crawford scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Marston finish him?!#ROC#Crawford is rocked!
Crawford lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Crawford is still on wobbly legs! Can Marston finish him?
Marston moves out of range as Crawford strikes.
Crawford seems to have recovered his senses.
Marston takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Crawford moves out of range of the leg kick from Marston.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Marston throws a body shot but no joy.
Crawford avoids the head kick by Marston.
Jay Crawford is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Marston ducks right into an uppercut from Crawford.

And that's the end of the fight!
Jay Crawford comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Crawford 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 Daniel Cesar scores the fight 27:30
Judge Edson Gomes scores the fight 27:30
Judge Luis Engracia scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jay Crawford!

Jay Crawford 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: BFC Bloodbath 3     
Date:   Aug 21, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Cole misses the shot to the body.
A punch lands to the side of Marston 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Cole feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Marstons jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Cole throws a shot to the body.
Cole tries to close the distance and clinch but Marston swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Marston throws a leg kick
and Cole connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Marston takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Cole 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.
Marston doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Marston looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Cole throws a leg kick but Marston moved away.
Cole lands a right hook to the body.
Marston takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Cole with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Marston looks to land a right hand but Cole moved out of range.
Marston pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.#T1#
A nice leg kick lands there from Cole.
Cole is looking to wear down Marston with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Cole throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Marston sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Cole waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Marston.
Cole fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Marston on the side of the head.
Cole throws a head kick but Marston moves out of range.
Marston lands with a kick to the temple. Cole shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Cole throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Marston pivots, looking for a leg kick but Cole is out of range and Marston settles back down.
A decent looking cross lands there for Cole.
Cole goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Cole rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Marston moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Marston lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Marston throws a jab but it's blocked by Cole.
Cole throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Marston sees it coming and avoids it easily.#T2#
Marston tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Cole takes a swing at Marston's ribcage but misses.
Rico Cole seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Cole scores with a jab.
Cole tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Cole misses with an uppercut. Marston saw that one coming.
Cole checks the leg kick.
Marston staying out of range there.
Marston with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Cole to score with a decent uppercut.
Cole is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Cole lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Cole misses with a leg kick
and Marston counters with a slapping leg kick.
Marston ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Cole lands with a nice combination. Marston backs away looking to recover.
Marston throws a leg kick but Cole sees it coming and moves out of range. #T3#
Marston finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Cole scores with a nice strike.
A bone on bone clash there as Cole blocks the leg kick.
Marston throws a lazy right hand but Cole sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Cole shoots in for a double leg but Marston sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Marston takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
A jab from Cole does it's job there.
Lucas Marston is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Marston ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Cole moves away.
Marston 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.
Cole tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Cole throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Marston appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Cole tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Marston counters with a head kick. That will keep Cole thinking before he tries any more sloppy attacks! #T4#
A chopping leg kick lands by Cole.
Cole turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Cole looks to land a right hand but Marston moved out of range.
Marston feints a counter leg kick.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Marston takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Cole scores with a hook.
Cole misses with a looping left.
Marston throws a body punch but Cole moves out of range.
Cole staying out of range there.
A little feinted left hand from Cole on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Cole throws a low kick but it's checked well by Marston.
A head kick misses from Marston.
Cole buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Rico Cole dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Cole throws a leg kick which misses Marston's front leg but catches the back leg as Marston tries to avoid it.
Marston takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Cole wants to clinch
and Marston counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Marston moves forwards but Cole connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Cole ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Marston moves away.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Marston! But no joy.
Good work by Cole as he checks the leg kick.
Marston uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Cole.
Marston appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Marston's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Cole thuds his right hand into Marston's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A big left from Cole misses.
Good leg kick by Cole.
Cole throws a wild body kick that Marston sees coming a mile off.
Cole misses with an uppercut.
Marston feints a counter leg kick.#T1#
Cole ducks under a wild hook from Marston.
Cole is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Marston can do to turn this around?
Cole connects with a body shot.
Marston misses with a leg kick
and Cole counters with a stiff right hand.
Marston takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Marston defending well as Cole loads up on a big left hand.
Marston takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Marston just misses with a punch to the body.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Marston checks a leg kick.
Marston ducks right into an uppercut from Cole.
Cole throws a push kick but Marston slaps the foot to one side.
Marston throws a half hearted mid kick.
Cole is looking to clinch.
A slapping leg kick lands for Cole. #T2##CL#
Cole gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Cole taking a break, stalling in the clinch. #BC#
Cole escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Cole throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Marston sees it coming and avoids it easily.#CL#
Cole gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Marston fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Marston misses with a short punch on the inside.
Cole tries to circle away but Marston has him pinned against the cage.#BC#
Cole breaks the clinch.
Cole is looking to clinch.
Marston looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
That kick from Cole tenderised Marston's leg. Marston is trying to keep his angry face on.
Marston throws a low kick but Cole avoids it.
As Marston backs away, Cole returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
A looping hook to the body misses from Marston. Cole does a little dance to reset his feet.#T3#
Marston throws a leg kick that is checked
and Cole counters with an outside leg kick. #CL#
Cole moves into the clinch.
Marston swings away with an uppercut that misses. #BC#
Cole pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Cole fails with an attempt to clinch.
Cole connects with a jab.
A low kick lands for Marston.
Cole connects with a body shot that sends Marston's belly button to the back.
Marston avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Cole connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Marston chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Cole can pounce on him.
Cole with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Cole misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick. #T4#
Marston scores with a hook to the body. Cole takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Marston misses with a hook. Cole ducked under it nicely.
Cole ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Marston moves away.
Rico Cole is winning the standup battle so far.
Cole connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Cole fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Marston.
Marston misses with an uppercut. Cole saw that one coming.
Cole with a body punch. A glancing blow.
A lazy left from Cole finds it's target.
Cole fails in his attempt to clinch.
Cole throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Cole scores with a leg kick.
Cole throws a lazy uppercut
and Marston counters with a good low kick that Cole was not able to check.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Rico Cole dominated that second round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
No joy there for Cole, who threw a few shots but didn't land. #CL#
Cole gets a clinch.
Marston misses with the head strike.
Cole tries to break free but Marston pushes him back against the cage.
Cole is trying to break the clinch but Marston is controlling him.
Marston has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Marston looking to slow down the pace here.
A nice right hand lands inside from Marston.
Cole is trying to force a seperation but Marston has the dominant position.
Marston lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marston misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC#
Cole breaks the clinch.
Good leg kick by Cole. #CL#
Cole has closed the distance and engaged Marston in a clinch.
Marston misses with a short punch on the inside. #T1#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Marston.
Marston lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Cole prevents a body shot from Marston. #BC#
Cole breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Marston throws a low kick but Cole avoids it.
Marston swings for the body but Cole moves out of range.
Cole scores with a sloppy right hand. Marston should have avoided that one.
Marston scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Cole looks to land a body kick but Marston moved away.
Cole fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Marston.
Cole with a nice calf kick.
Marston misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Cole. Marston does a little dance to reset his feet.
Lucas Marston has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Cole avoids the body shot from Marston.
Cole looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Marston tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Cole is able to avoid easily.
Marston swats away the attempt to clinch by Cole.
Rico Cole is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Marston takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Marston throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Cole, as that shot connected.
Marston misses with an uppercut.
Marston lands an overhand right.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Cole, as that shot connected.
Marston swings widly with a right hand
and Cole counters with a nice uppercut. #T3#
Cole throws a nice inside leg kick.
Cole lands a body shot.
Cole throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Cole connects with a single shot there.
Cole jabs Marston right on the nose. Marston blinks but takes it well.
Cole moves out of range of the strikes.
Cole keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Cole dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Marston. That did some damage!
Marston walks into a jab.
Marston drops his hands momentarily and Cole takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Cole connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. #TD#
Cole shoots in and gets a takedown into Marston's guard.#T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB2#
Marston is looking for a triangle here but Cole uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Marston is trying to control Cole's posture but Cole avoids it.
Marston is looking to reverse the position.
Cole moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
Cole wants to lay and pray for a moment but Marston keeps working.
Marston tries to get back to half guard but can't.

And that's the end of the fight!
Rico Cole showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Cole, 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 Matheus Silva scores the fight 30:27
Judge Edson Gomes scores the fight 30:27
Judge Daniel Cesar scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Rico Cole!

A relieved looking Rico Cole thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

 

Event: SAFO 64 Frost v Marston     
Date:   Jul 04, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Frost looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Frost throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Marston is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Frost .
Marston throws a head kick but Frost moves out of range.
Frost looks to throw the jab but Marston is out of range.
Frost rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Marston counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Marston looks to throw the jab but Frost is out of range.
Frost is looking to counter punch.
Frost listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.#CL#
Frost gets a clinch.
Marston trying to control the position but instead, Frost has worked for underhooks and has pushed Marston into the cage.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Marston creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Marston misses with the head strike.
Marston lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. #BC2#
Marston's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#T1##CL#
Frost closes the distance and clinches.
Marston working aggressively here.
Frost lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Marston backwards.
Marston working aggressively here.
Frost blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #BC2#
Marston breaks the clinch.
Nice defenses there by Marston.
Marston misses with the combination.
Marston throws a sloppy head kick and Frost moves out of range easily.
Frost throws a right hand that Marston ducks under and follows up with a left that Marston also avoids with ease.
Marston swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Marston throws a poor cross that misses
and Frost connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CUT#It looks like Lucas Marston has been cut.
Marston thumps Frost with a low kick.
Frost misses with a head kick.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Marston! #T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Marston tries to work over Frost 's front leg with a kick but Frost checks it.
Marston misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Frost .
Marston moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Marston. Frost does a little dance to reset his feet.#CL#
Frost clinches up with Marston and pushes him back against the cage.
Marston working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Frost stalling the fight.
Frost is trying to maintain a safe position but Marston gets an underhook and turns Frost into the cage.
A right handed body shot lands from Marston.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Frost .
Marston takes a shot to the head.
Frost manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Frost scores with an uppercut up the middle.#T3#
Marston tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A head punch on the inside from Marston fails to land.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Marston.
Marston working aggressively here. #BC2#
Marston breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #KD#
Frost drops Marston with a beautiful combination! Marston stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Frost is looking for the KO!
Frost is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Marston.
Frost moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Marston scores with a jab. Frost acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Frost ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Frost throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Marston.
Marston looks to land a right hand but Frost moved out of range.
Frost misses with a head kick.
Frost scores with a nice head shot.#T4##CL#
Frost gets a clinch.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Marston.
Frost blocking some punches. #BC#
Frost breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
A solid leg kick lands there for Frost .
Frost looks to land a combination but Marston avoids it well.
Frost misses the jab.
Marston throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
No joy there for Frost , who threw a few shots but didn't land.
A nice side step and Marston releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Marston scores with a nice body kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#CL#
Frost forces Marston back against the cage and clinches.
Frost trying to stall but Marston improves his position. #BC#
Frost 's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Marston looks to score with a jab to the body but Frost is just out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Deacon Frost dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Lucas Marston's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Marston has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Frost finds it's way round the side to connect with Marston's head.
A lazy left from Frost finds it's target.
Marston steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Frost .
Marston let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Deacon Frost is winning the standup battle so far.
A slow jab from Frost misses its intended target.
Marston misses the jab.
Frost seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
A lazy left from Frost finds it's target.
Marston steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Frost .
Frost throws a jab but it's blocked by Marston.
Marston scoring well with a low kick there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Frost takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
We've been told by Frost 's head coaches at The Forge that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Frost misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Marston.
Frost misses with a double jab.
Frost takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Deacon Frost is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#T1#
Marston feints and then cracks Frost 's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Frost down.
Frost checks the leg kick.
Frost loads up on a big right hand but Marston slips the punch.
Frost is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Marston can do to turn this around?#KD#
Frost lands a big uppercut and Marston crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Marston looks OK. Frost waves Marston back to his feet!
Marston cracks Frost with an open hand slap.
Frost swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Marston counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A jab from Marston misses.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Frost misses with a double jab
and Marston connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Frost on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Marston. Marston obviously looking to wear him down. #CL#
Frost moves into the clinch.
Marston misses with the head strike.
Frost misses with the head strike.
Frost just leaning against Marston, taking a breather. #T2##BC#
Frost pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Frost throws a poor cross that misses
and Marston counters with a body kick that stops Frost in his tracks momentarily.
Marston looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Marston ducks under a wild hook from Frost .
Marston throws a sloppy head kick and Frost moves out of range easily.
Frost misses with a lunging right hand
and Marston counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Marston cracks a nice hook into Frost 's ribs.
Frost 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.
Frost falls off balance throwing a combination
and Marston counters with a body kick.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
A leg kick checked by Marston.
Marston blocks a head kick by Frost .
Marston clobbers Frost with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. #T3#
Frost defending well as Marston loads up on a big left hand.
Frost on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Marston throws a leg kick
and Marston takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Marston tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Frost was well out of range. Poor timing from Marston.
Frost throws a lazy head kick
and Marston counters with a nice body shot.
Marston tries to land a front kick but Frost steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Marston gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Frost counters with a stiff right hand.
Frost takes a swing at Marston's ribcage but misses.
Marston dodges the punch combination from Frost .
Marston misses with a looping right.#CL#
Frost fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Marston, pushing him back against the cage.#T4##BC#
Frost manages to break the clinch.
Frost takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Frost misses with a hook
and Marston counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Marston misses with a jab to the body
and Frost counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Marston misses with a looping right.
Marston misses the shot to the body.
Marston fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Frost manages to avoid it.
Marston fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Frost .
Marston scores with a hook to the body. Frost takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Marston throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Frost misses with a two punch combination.
Frost blocks a head kick by Marston.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Lucas Marston will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Lucas Marston's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
Frost 's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Marston connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Frost scrambles back to his feet.
Marston jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Frost misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Marston.
Marston throws a big counter head kick but Frost avoids it with no problem.
Marston lands a nice looking body shot.
Frost misses with a right hand
and Marston cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Frost chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Marston can pounce on him.
Marston throws a low kick, looking for Frost 's leg but Frost calmly moves out of range.
An attempted straight right counter from Frost misses the target.
Marston connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Frost 's hands.
A slow jab from Marston misses its intended target.
A quick step to the side and Frost tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Frost lunges at Marston with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Marston's hand.
Frost misses with a body shot.
Marston let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Marston doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Marston throws a half hearted mid kick.#T1#
Marston looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Marston looks to throw the jab but Frost is out of range.
Frost looks to score with a jab to the body but Marston is just out of range.
Marston misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Frost counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Marston misses with a hook. Frost ducked under it nicely.
Frost throws a sloppy head kick
and Marston counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Frost moves into range and connects with a jab.
Marston misses with an uppercut.
Marston misses the jab.
Frost checks the leg kick nicely there.
Frost lands a front kick.
Marston stuns Frost with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.#T2#
Marston throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Frost lands with a nice combination. Marston backs away looking to recover.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#CL#
Marston tries to keep at a distance but Frost has taken the fight into the clinch.
Marston is trying to break the clinch but Frost is controlling him.
Frost tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Frost wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Frost lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Marston tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
The referee calls for Marston to work.
Frost stalling the fight.
Marston misses with the head strike.
Frost has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.#T3#
Frost throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Marstons head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Frost .
Marston lands a shot to the body.
Marston is trying to stall.
Marston misses with some punches.
Marston scores with a shoulder strike.
Marston scores with a shoulder strike.
Frost tries a body shot but Marston blocks it.
Marston lands a body shot in the clinch.
Frost is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Marston has a couple of punches blocked by Frost .
Marston misses with a hook from the clinch.
Marston swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Marston as Frost tries to tie him up.
Marston working some nice short punches in the clinch.#T4#
Marston makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Frost tries to stall but Marston uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Marston lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
A nice right hand lands inside from Frost .
Marston has Frost pressed against the cage, preventing Frost from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Marston lands with a right to the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Marston slows down the pace here. #BC#
Frost 's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Marston scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
A slow jab from Frost misses its intended target.
Frost throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Marston throws a hook to the side of Frost 's head but Frost sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.

And that's the end of the fight!
Lucas Marston comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Marston 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 Franklyn Lucas scores the fight 28:29
Judge Russell Pearce scores the fight 28:29
Judge Alyssa Summers scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Lucas Marston!

Lucas Marston made sure to mention his sponsor, The Juice Haven in his post fight interview.

 

Event: SAFO 62 Marston v Frost     
Date:   May 23, 2020
#R1#
Frost is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.#CUT#
It looks like Lucas Marston has been cut.
Frost throws a big shot that misses.#CL#
Frost closes the distance and clinches.
Frost trying to control the position but instead, Marston has worked for underhooks and has pushed Frost into the cage.
Frost softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Frost lands a hook to the side of the head.
Frost taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Marston keeps control of Frost as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Frost is looking to break free of the clinch but Marston has double underhooks.
Frost makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Frost blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC#
Frost 's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL#
Frost moves into the clinch successfully.
Marston misses with a punch on the inside.
Frost stalling against the cage.
Frost prevents a body shot from Marston. #T1#
Frost controlling the action here for a moment.
Marston looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
A short left from Frost .
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Marston misses with a hook from the clinch.
Marston stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Frost is struggling to control the position.
A short left from Marston.
Marston misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC#
Frost breaks from the clinch.
Marston throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Marston just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromFrost .
A low kick lands for Frost .
Marston tries to score with a low kick but Frost moves his leg out of the way.
As Marston looks to move away, Frost throws a big counter combo but Marston just gets out of the way.#T2#
Danga de danga de dang - Marston scores with a four punch combination!
Marston slips a straight right by Frost .
Marston lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Frost swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Good leg kick by Marston.
Marston misses with a looping left.
Marston tries to land a leg kick but Frost saw it coming and moves away.
Frost rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Marston cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Frost getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Marston scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Marston blocks a jab.
Marston checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Marston looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Marston throws a shot to the body. #T3#
Frost throws a lazy head kick
and Marston counters with a nice uppercut.
Frost throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Marston counters with a slapping leg kick.
Frost waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Marston.
Marston tries a head kick but it misses.
Marston throws an overhand right that lands on Frost 's shoulder, as Frost tries to avoid the shot.
Marston throws a big shot that misses.
Marston misses with an uppercut
and Frost counters with a nice uppercut.
Marston misses with a low kick.
It looked like Frost was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
We've been told by Frost 's head coaches at The Forge that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Marston misses with a body shot.
No joy there for Marston, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Frost misses with a two punch combination.
A countering left hand to the body from Marston misses.
Frost uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Marston.#T4#
Frost misses with a hook to the body
and Marston counters with a straight right hand.
Marston is looking to score with low kicks.
Frost is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Frost avoids the head kick by Marston.
The fighters circle momentarily. Frost darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Marston tries to bum rush Frost with a series of wild strikes but Frost uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Marston scores with a punch to the head.#KD#
Oooooh!!! Frost has knocked Marston down with a huge combo! Frost steps away and waves a wobbly Marston back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#ROC#
Marston is rocked!
Marston misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Frost counters with a monster hook and another for good measure! Marston falls to the ground, out cold! Stick some heavy metal music over the top of that clip and it's one for the highlight makers!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Deacon Frost !
Deacon Frost retains his super heavyweight title!
In his post fight interview, Deacon Frost started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

 

Event: SAFO 53 Finnegan v Marston     
Date:   Apr 12, 2020
#R1#
Finnegan has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.#CUT#
It looks like Roy Finnegan has been cut.
Finnegan avoids the body shot from Marston.
Finnegan rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Marston counters with a stiff right hand.
Marston connects with a solid leg kick.
Finnegan looks to land a left hand but Marston moved out of range nicely.
As Finnegan backs away, Marston returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Finnegan tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Marston was well out of range. Poor timing from Finnegan.
Marston connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Roy Finnegan seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Finnegan jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Finnegan scores with a crisp jab that stopped Marston in his tracks.
Finnegan shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Marston turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Marston looks to land a left hand but Finnegan moved out of range nicely.
It seemed like Finnegan was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Marston swings for the body but Finnegan moves out of range.
Despite the aggression on Finnegan's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Finnegan throws a jab when Marston was well out of range.
Finnegan throws a looping overhand right but Marston ducks down to avoid it.
Finnegan throws a jab but it's blocked by Marston. #T1#
A slapping leg kick lands for Marston.
Finnegan lands a really nice looking cross but Marston seems unphased.
Finnegan cracks Marston with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
A combination from Finnegan does no damage.
Finnegan slips a straight right by Marston.
Marston scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Marston throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Marston lands a nice leg kick that just misses Finnegan's sensitive parts.
Finnegan misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
The fighters circling - Marston throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Finnegan blocks a low kick nicely.
Finnegan throws a lazy uppercut
and Marston counters with a solid body kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Marston tries to land a leg kick but Finnegan saw it coming and moves away.
Marston throws a nice head kick!
Marston pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #T2#
Finnegan cracks Marston with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Nice uppercut lands for Finnegan. That snapped Marston's head back.
Finnegan misses the shot to the body.
Finnegan takes a swing at Marston's ribcage but misses.
Finnegan swings widly with a right hand
letting Marston counter with a right hand.
Nice uppercut there from Marston.
Finnegan 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.
Finnegan staying out of range there.
Finnegan misses with a series of wild punches.
It looked like Marston wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Finnegan ducks under a wild hook from Marston.
Marston misses with a head kick.
Marston gets cracked there but stands up to it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Marston. Finnegan does a little dance to reset his feet.
Finnegan throws a series of punches but Marston avoids them all with ease. #T3#
No joy there for Marston, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Finnegan lands a glancing blow to the side of Marston's head.
Marston keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Finnegan takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Finnegan swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A left lands for Finnegan.
Marston pushes Finnegan away with a front kick.
Finnegan just misses with a punch to the body.
Marston attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Finnegan looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Marston. Finnegan does a little dance to reset his feet.
It seemed like Finnegan was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Marston fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Finnegan throws a lazy uppercut
and Marston cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Finnegan loads up on a big right hand but Marston slips the punch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Marston keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Finnegan.#T4#
Marston scores with a kick to the midsection.
Finnegan ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Finnegan now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Marston takes one to the chin there.
Marston scores with a head kick. Finnegan tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Marston lands with a straight right. Finnegan didn't see that one coming.
Marston takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Finnegan is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Marston uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Finnegan.
A big right from Finnegan misses.
Finnegan uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Marston.
Marston is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Marston uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Finnegan.
Finnegan misses with an uppercut. Marston saw that one coming.
Marston 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.

Lucas Marston dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Roy Finnegan's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Finnegan stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Marston.
Finnegan scores with a sloppy right hand. Marston should have avoided that one.
Marston takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Marston connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Finnegan looks to land a left hand but Marston moved out of range nicely.
Marston connects with a right hand. Finnegan shakes it off.
Lucas Marston is winning the standup battle so far.
Marston takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Marston lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Marston lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Finnegan looks to land a left hand but Marston moved out of range nicely.
A little feinted left hand from Marston on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Finnegan jabbing away but nothing is landing.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Marston slips a straight right by Finnegan.
Finnegan uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Marston.
Finnegan moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.#T1#
Marston misses with a wild body shot.
Finnegan swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Marston lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Finnegan backs up against the cage.
Nice defenses there by Marston.
Finnegan dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Marston definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Finnegan lands a body shot.
Finnegan loads up on a big right hand but Marston slips the punch.
Finnegan digs a good hook to Marston's body.
Marston uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Finnegan.
Finnegan ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Marston moves away.
Marston misses with a shot to the body
and Finnegan counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Finnegan misses with a combination
and Marston counters with a solid body kick.
Finnegan throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Marston counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
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!
Finnegan avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T2#
A thudding body kick lands there by Marston!
Finnegan slips under a jab.
Finnegan fails to land with a series of punches.
Marston throws a body shot but no joy.
Finnegan misses with a two punch combination.
Marston throws a body punch but Finnegan moves out of range.
Finnegan appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Marston uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Finnegan.
Marston slips a jab and a cross from Finnegan.
Marston cracks Finnegan with a right hand to the side of the head.
Finnegan dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Marston moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Finnegan swings and misses with a hook to the body.
As Finnegan backs away, Marston returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Marston takes one on the chin but keeps coming. #T3#
Marston scores with a hook to the body. Finnegan takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Marston misses with a few strikes there.
Finnegan throws a shot to the body.
Marston throws a nice inside leg kick.
Finnegan checks the leg kick.
Marston throws a looping overhand right but Finnegan ducks down to avoid it.
A telegraphed right hand from Finnegan misses the target.
Finnegan blocks a jab.
Finnegan ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Finnegan with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Finnegan takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Sloppy strikes from Finnegan. Those never looked like landing.
Finnegan has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Marston.
Finnegan misses with a right hand
and Marston counters with a two punch combo. #T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Finnegan checks a leg kick nicely.
Finnegan let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Finnegan throws a shot to the body.
Marston blocks a jab.
Finnegan lands with a nice body punch.
Finnegan just misses with a punch to the body.
Finnegan is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Marston.
Finnegan walks into a left hand.
Marston thuds his right hand into Finnegan's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Finnegan connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Finnegan misses with an uppercut
and Marston counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Marston misses with a looping left.
Marston scores with a jab to the jaw.
Marston lands a nice leg kick that just misses Finnegan's sensitive parts.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Roy Finnegan will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Roy Finnegan's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Marston keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Marston doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Finnegan scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Marston doesn't seem bothered though.
Marston throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Finnegan ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Marston moves away.
Marston avoids the body shot from Finnegan.
Finnegan fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Marston on the side of the head.
Finnegan throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Marston just misses with a punch to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Finnegan looks to land a left hand but Marston moved out of range nicely.
A shot to the liver by Finnegan. Beautiful body shot.
Finnegan scores with a decent looking hook.
Finnegan throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air. #T1#
Finnegan ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Marston takes one to the chin there.
Finnegan just misses with a punch to the body.
An attempted straight right counter from Marston misses the target.
Finnegan connects with a looping right hand.
Marston looks to score with a jab to the body but Finnegan is just out of range.
Finnegan scores with a crisp jab that stopped Marston in his tracks.
Marston lands with a straight right. Finnegan didn't see that one coming.
Nice uppercut lands for Finnegan. That snapped Marston's head back.
Finnegan blocks a jab.
Marston works Finnegan's body with a nice hook.
Finnegan lands a lovely overhand right.
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!
Marston avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Marston lands with a right hand. #T2#
Finnegan keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Finnegan fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Marston cracks Finnegan with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Finnegan throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Marston.
Marston thumps Finnegan with a low kick.
Marston avoids a punch combination nicely.
Marston is looking to counter punch.
Marston blocks a jab.
Marston half committed to a counter leg kick.
Finnegan's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Finnegan connects with a body shot that sends Marston's belly button to the back.
Finnegan has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Marston fakes the leg kick and cracks Finnegan in the body.
Finnegan takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Marston fails to land with a series of punches.
Finnegan looks to score with a jab to the body but Marston is just out of range.
Marston is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Marston's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Finnegan connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Marston scrambles back to his feet.#T3#
Marston misses with a body shot.
Marston lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Finnegan slips a straight right by Marston.
Marston throws a chopping leg kick but Finnegan manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Marston moves out of range of the strikes.
Finnegan throws a lazy uppercut
and Marston makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Marston lands an overhand right.
An inside leg kick from Marston misses.
Finnegan let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Finnegan throws an off balance right hand
and Marston counters with a stiff right hand.
Finnegan looks to land a left hand but Marston moved out of range nicely.
Marston appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Marston ducks under a wild hook from Finnegan.
Donk. Marston catches Finnegan right on the button with a cross.#T4#
Finnegan dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Marston throws a shot to the body.
Marston throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Marston takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Finnegan swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Marston fires out a quick counter leg kick but Finnegan just manages to avoid it.
Marston slips under a jab from Finnegan.
Marston misses with a series of wild punches.
Marston lands a nice leg kick that just misses Finnegan's sensitive parts.
Finnegan misses with a straight left.
Marston throws a right hand that misses
and Finnegan counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Marston swings away with a body shot that misses
and Finnegan connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Marston blocks a jab.

And that's the end of the fight!
Roy Finnegan comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Finnegan 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 Jorge Garcia scores the fight 29:28
Judge Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 29:28
Judge Joseph Jones scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Lucas Marston!

Lucas Marston took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, The Juice Haven for their support in the buildup to the fight.

 

Event: SAFO 47 IsMore v Emelianegro     
Date:   Mar 21, 2020
#R1#
Machado avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Marston misses with a looping left.
Marston stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Machado.
A big right from Marston misses.
Machado wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Machado bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Machado connects with a high kick.
Machado throws a combination that misses
and Marston cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Machado shoots for a double leg takedown but Marston sprawls well. He's pushed Machado's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Machado looks to land a combination. Marston sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Marston takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.#TD#
Machado scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Marston wants to get back to full guard.
Machado trying to control the pace.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Marston is looking for a sweep. Machado is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Marston has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at UnderGround Training Facility. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.#T1##SUB#
Machado is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Marston doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Machado. #SUB#
Machado is looking for a kimura but Marston is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Machado to get the leverage.
Marston wants to improve his position but Machado is controlling well.
Marston gets back to full guard.
Machado wants to control from the top but Marston keeps moving.
Marston controls Machado momentarily but Machado frees himself.
Machado preventing the sweep. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Machado is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #SUB2#
Marston has his foot on Machado's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Machado works his way back into a safe position though.
Machado trying to control but Marston is working from the bottom.
Marston is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Machado stays in close to Marston's body and controls the position.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Marston is on top in guard. #REVB#
Machado keeping moving, preventing Marston from controlling successfully.
Machado bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Marston's guard. #REVR#
Marston keeping moving, preventing Machado from controlling successfully.
Marston looking for a sweep. Not yet Marston, not yet. #T3#
Machado pushes down on Marston's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Marston desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Marston wants to improve his position but Machado is controlling well.
Machado is just content to waste time from the top position. Marston takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Machado controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Machado slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Marston is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #SUB#
Machado thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #T4##SUB#
Machado looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Marston takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Machado wants to control but Marston is keeping him busy.
Marston is trying to get back to half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
You can see the frustration on Marston's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Machado staying calm.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Xander Machado dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Marston misses the jab.
Xander Machado is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Machado.
Marston can't do much from the bottom here. #SUB#
Machado working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Machado wants to control but Marston is keeping him busy.
Marston is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Machado is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Marston has escaped the position, nice work there.
Marston tries to bench press Machado off him but Machado keeps the position. #T1#
Machado content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Marston gets back to half guard.#SUB#
Machado is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Machado controlling the action here. #SUB#
Machado is working for a submission of some sort.
Machado wants to pass the guard but Marston is defending well. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Marston tries to get to full guard but Machado has control of the leg.
Marston is trying to control but can't.
Marston wants to get back to full guard.
Machado is thwarting Marston's attempts to control the position.
Machado is figuring out what he wants to do next.#SUB#
Marston is defending against the submission attempts here by Machado. #SUB2#
Marston looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Machado seems to be working for a kimura but Marston defends the submission attempt.#T3##SUB#
Machado is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Marston is trying to get back to full guard.
Marston is not content to let Machado control the position.
Machado is taking a breather. Marston 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.
Machado uses his free foot to push down on Marston's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Marston.
Marston tries to get back to half guard but can't. #SUB#
Machado looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.#T4##SUB#
Machado is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Marston has managed to escape the submission attempt.
Machado trying to control but Marston is having none of it. #SUB#
Machado working for a guillotine from mount but Marston is in no mood to give up.
Marston tries to reverse the position but Machado maintains control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Machado is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Marston to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Marston shrugs it off. #SUB#
Machado jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Marston manages to avoid the submission attempt.
Machado trying to control the action but Marston is working from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Xander Machado dominated that second round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Marston!
Marston connects with a jab and follows up with a big overhand right! Oh that's hurt Machado! He's out on his feet! Marston rushes in and drops Machado with another big right hand, forcing the referee to stop the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:21 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Lucas Marston!
Lucas Marston very nearly forgot to thank The Juice Haven 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.
Xander Machado spoke after the fight, saying 'No Worries Homies, Gonna Train Hard And Win Next Fight'.

 

Event: SAFO 41 Marston vs Maximus     
Date:   Feb 27, 2020
#R1#
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Marston 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 Maximus has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Maximus and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
A lazy body kick from Maximus
and Marston counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Marston dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Maximus. That did some damage!#KD2#
Maximus lands a left and a right that send Marston crashing to the mat, dazed. Maximus thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!#CUT2#
It looks like Lucas Marston has been cut.
We've been informed that Maximus 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.
Maximus keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Maximus takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Maximus misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Marston counters with a good low kick that Maximus was not able to check.
Marston scoring well with a low kick there.
Marston throws a sloppy head kick and Maximus moves out of range easily.
Maximus takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Maximus throws a poor cross that misses
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Marston dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
We've been told by Marston's head coaches at UnderGround Training Facility that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Marston connects with a looping right hand. #T1#
Maximus takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
A decent looking cross lands there for Marston.
Marston checks a leg kick.
Marston with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Marston chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Marston tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Maximus is able to avoid easily.
Marston throws out a leg kick but Maximus moves out of range and Marston only half commits.
Maximus swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Maximus misses with a wild body shot.
Marston connects with an inside leg kick.
A jab lands there for Maximus.
Marston keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Maximus looks to land a body kick but Marston moved away.#T2#
Maximus throws a series of punches but Marston moves out of range.
Marston swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Maximus takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Marston tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Marston misses the body punch
and Maximus counters with a nice uppercut.
Maximus looks to throw a body kick
and Marston counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Maximus misses with a wild body shot.
Marston fires out a quick counter leg kick but Maximus just manages to avoid it.
Marston moves out of range of the strikes.
Maximus swings away with a body shot that misses
and Marston counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Marston throws a nice outside leg kick.
Marston avoids a punch combination nicely.
Marston throws a head kick that misses.
Maximus steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.#T3#
Marston waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Maximus.
Marston connects with a solid leg kick.
Marston tries to land a leg kick but Maximus saw it coming and moves away.
A jab from Maximus misses.
Marston throws a body punch but Maximus moves out of range.
Marston throws the left hand but Maximus avoids the punch easily.
Maximus misses with a leg kick
and Marston counters with a nice low kick that buckles Maximus's knee momentarily.
Maximus looks to throw the jab but Marston is out of range.
Marston lands a nice looking body shot.
Marston fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Maximus.
Marston throws a solid leg kick but Maximus takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Marston.
Maximus throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#T4#
Marston takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
That kick from Marston tenderised Maximus's leg. Maximus is trying to keep his angry face on.
Maximus bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Maximus fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
An attempted straight right counter from Marston misses the target.
Maximus's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Marston thows a leg kick but Maximus checks it
and Maximus counters with a one-two to the body.
Maximus scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
A slapping leg kick lands for Marston.
Marston scores with a nice right hand.
Maximus lands with a slapping head kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Marston swings for the body but Maximus moves out of range.
Maximus throws out a counter right but Marston avoids it with no problem.
Maximus throws a lazy uppercut
and Marston counters with a left to the body.
A big right from Maximus misses.
Marston was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
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 Lucas Marston will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Lucas Marston'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#
Marston buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Maximus moves away from the strike by Marston.
Maximus throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Maximus misses with the combination.
Maximus swinging wildly here.
Lucas Marston seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Maximus on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Marston. Marston obviously looking to wear him down.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marston with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Marston throws a nice inside leg kick.
Marston throws a leg kick that misses.
DJ Maximus is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Marston. #T1#
Maximus has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Marston.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with eachother but Maximus might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Marston has got the better of the exchanges.
Marston misses with a low kick.
Marston cracks the inside of Maximus's front leg.
Marston connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Maximus checks a low kick from Marston.
Marston lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Marston misses with an uppercut.
A countering left hand to the body from Maximus misses.
Marston walks forward, straight into a front kick from Maximus.
Marston is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Maximus can do to turn this around?
Maximus scores with a kick to the body.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Maximus connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Maximus swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Marston counters with a solid body kick. #T2#
Marston lands a jab to the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Maximus uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Marston.
Marston throws a leg kick but Maximus moved away.
Maximus is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Marston.
Marston takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Good work by Marston as he checks the leg kick.
Maximus misses with a few strikes there.
Marston pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Marston throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Maximus swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Marston connects with a body shot.
Maximus is looking to score with low kicks.
Marston is looking for a counter combo.#T3#
Maximus swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Marston counters with a nice low kick that buckles Maximus's knee momentarily.
Marston avoids the head kick by Maximus.
Marston lands a leg kick that knocks Maximus off balance momentarily.
Maximus ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Marston moves away.
Marston lands a nice leg kick that just misses Maximus's sensitive parts.
Maximus takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.#CUT#
It looks like DJ Maximus has been cut.
Maximus bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Maximus throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Marston is looking to counter punch.
Maximus throws a series of strikes that have Marston backpedaling.
Maximus misses with a right hand
and Marston connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A telegraphed right hand from Maximus misses the target.
Marston connects with a solid leg kick. #T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Maximus misses with a body kick.
Marston takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Maximus tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Marston is able to avoid easily.
A combination from Maximus does no damage.
Maximus throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Maximus takes a swing at Marston's ribcage but misses.
Maximus throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Marston.
Marston throws a head kick but Maximus moves out of range.
Marston fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Maximus.
Marston lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
A solid leg kick lands there for Marston.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Lucas Marston dominated that second round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's time! Marston's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Marston throws a leg kick which misses Maximus's front leg but catches the back leg as Maximus tries to avoid it.
Donk. Maximus catches Marston right on the button with a cross.
Marston throws out a leg kick but Maximus moves out of range and Marston only half commits.
Marston lands a nice hook to Maximus's body. Maximus takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Marston throws out a powerful jab.
Maximus tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Marston 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 Maximus has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Maximus and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
A swing and a miss from Maximus.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marston connects with an inside leg kick.
Marston throws a right hand that misses
and Maximus counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Marston, right into the meat.
Maximus throws a hook to the side of Marston's head but Marston sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#T1#
Marston scores with a jab to the head.
Marston lands a leg kick that knocks Maximus off balance momentarily.
Marston scores with a hook to the body. Maximus takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Marston.
Maximus takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Marston cracks the inside of Maximus's front leg.
Maximus misses with a body shot.
Maximus looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Maximus digs a good body shot into Marston's ribs.
Marston throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Maximus throws a combination that misses
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Marston dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
DJ Maximus has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Maximus tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Marston lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Maximus at a distance.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Marston lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Maximus takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Maximus blocks a head kick by Marston.
Marston throws a quick inside leg kick.
Marston throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Marston ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Maximus moves away.
Maximus doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Maximus misses with an uppercut
letting Marston counter with a right hand.
Maximus rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Marston counters with a leg kick.
Marston throws a head kick that looked like it stung. #ROC#
Maximus is rocked!#T3#
Marston lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Maximus is still on wobbly legs! Can Marston finish him?
Marston checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Lucas Marston is winning the standup battle so far.
Maximus throws a low kick but Marston avoids it.
Marston throws a monster overhand right that drops Maximus! Marston follows up with more strikes from mount and the fight is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:18 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Lucas Marston!
After the big win, Lucas Marston made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors The Juice Haven and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.

 

Event: TWGC 28 (205lbs, D2): Tokyo Qualifier - Round 1     
Date:   Feb 05, 2020

Coming up we have a light heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Lucas Marston (ranked 903 p4p, 21 weight class) and Victor Mordino (ranked 3558 p4p, 0 weight class). Marston comes to the cage accompanied by Bring it on motherfucker. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!




187 cm
38 yrs
220 lbs



187 cm
32 yrs
180 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Lucas Marston! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 1 losses; Victor Mordino!
The judges for this bout are Yukihiro Yamamoto, Kenichi Hosakawa and Shigeki Fujiwara.


The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Mordino dives in for a single leg takedown but Marston sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
We've been told by Marston's head coaches at UnderGround Training Facility that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.

Marston bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Marston (4) vs (0) Mordino
Mordino trying to remain calm as Marston controls from the top position.

Marston is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Mordino has escaped the position, nice work there.

Marston working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Mordino prevents Marston from improving position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marston in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Mordino prevents Marston from improving position.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Marston advances to full mount.
Score +2 for reaching mount: Marston (6) vs (0) Mordino
Mordino is trying to escape the mount but Marston keeps good control and instead manages to take Mordino's back.
Score +3 for taking back: Marston (9) vs (0) Mordino

Mordino preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Marston.
Mordino tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Marston wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Mordino bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Marston (9) vs (2) Mordino

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Mordino wants to control from the top but Marston keeps moving.
Marston trying to keep a closed guard but Mordino is proving a slippery customer.
Mordino stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Marston swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Marston is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Mordino slips nicely into half guard.

Mordino is working for a submission of some sort.

Mordino is working for a submission of some sort.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Marston wants to improve his position but Mordino is controlling well.
Marston is working hard here to advance position.

Mordino seems to be looking for submissions.
Marston is pressing down on Mordino's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Marston working a defensive guard here.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Mordino working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Marston looking for a sweep. Not yet Marston, not yet.

Marston has his foot on Mordino's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Mordino works his way back into a safe position though.
Mordino looking to pass the guard.
Marston pulls Mordino in close to his closed guard and prevents Mordino from doing any damage or advancing position.
Mordino must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.

That's four minutes gone in the round.

Marston looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Marston keeping full guard, as Mordino tries to pass.
Mordino sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Marston's guard.
Marston tries to get to full guard but Mordino has control of the leg.
Mordino is looking to take a break and control but Marston is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.

Mordino is looking for a kimura but Marston is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Mordino to get the leverage.
Mordino trying to control from half guard but Marston is working away.
Marston wants to control but Mordino is keeping busy and won't allow it.

That's five minutes gone in the round.

Mordino is looking for a kimura but Marston is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Mordino to get the leverage.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Mordino prevents Marston from improving his position.
Mordino is keen to just control but Marston is a slippery customer.

Mordino is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Marston is just riding it out for now. Mordino eventually gives up the hold.
Marston gets back to full guard.
Mordino stopping the sweep attempt from Marston.

Marston looking for a guillotine here but Mordino defends easily.
Marston tries to land a sweep but no joy.

That's six minutes gone in the round.

Marston is looking for a triangle but Mordino pushes his legs off easily.
Mordino pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Marston is keeping the position for now.
Marston wants to sweep but no luck.

Marston is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Mordino defends well.
Mordino trying to control the position from guard on top but Marston is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Marston trying to control the position.
Mordino trying to control the position from guard on top but Marston is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.

That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Mordino pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Marston is keeping the position for now.
Marston looking for a sweep. Not yet Marston, not yet.

Marston is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Mordino trying to control the position from guard on top but Marston is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Mordino tries to free his leg and advance position but Marston is retaining full guard.
Marston not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Mordino trying to control but Marston is working from the bottom.
Mordino tries to free his leg and advance position but Marston is retaining full guard.

That's eight minutes gone in the round.

Marston has an active guard here but Mordino has managed to pass into half guard.
Marston is looking to improve his position.

Marston is trying to control Mordino's posture. Mordino takes advantage of the lull and advances to side control. He also appears to have an arm triangle here! Uh oh, big trouble for Marston! Mordino is rotating here... this could be the end... Marston is out! Mordino has ended this one emphatically! Great submission!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 8:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Victor Mordino!

 

Event: SAFO 35 Kong v Schlaub     
Date:   Jan 19, 2020
#R1#
Marston just misses with a punch to the body. #CL#
Frost has Marston up against the cage in a clinch.
Marston changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Frost fights it off and pushes away nicely.
A combination from Frost does no damage. #CL#
Frost closes the distance and clinches.#TD2#
Marston gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
Marston looking to pass the guard.
Marston passes into half guard. #SUB2#
Marston is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Marston stalling. #T1##SUB2#
Marston is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Frost sees it coming and defends easily.
Marston trying to control the pace. #SUB2#
Marston is working for a kimura but Frost is defending it quite comfortably.
Frost is looking to improve his position. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB2#
Marston is looking for a kimura but Frost is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Marston to get the leverage.
Marston is looking to take a break and control but Frost is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Marston works his foot free and advances to mount.
Frost wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back.
Frost wants to control his opponent's hands but Marston gets his hands free.
Frost knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Marston on the ground.#T3##SUB2#
Frost is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Marston gets his way! #SUB2#
Marston is working hard for the rear naked choke here. #SUB2#
Marston is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Frost defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
Frost is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near. #SUB2#
Marston working for a choke but Frost reverses nicely into Marston 's guard.
Marston working a defensive guard here. #T4#
Marston tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB2#
Marston throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Frost seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
We've been informed that Marston has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Frost wanted to stand there but Marston had control of the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Frost preventing the sweep.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Lucas Marston dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Frost misses with an uppercut. Marston saw that one coming.
Frost takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.#CL#
Frost gets a clinch.
Marston has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Frost after a bit of a struggle.
Marston is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Frost gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Frost effectively controlling the action here.#BC#
Frost breaks the clinch.
Frost is looking to chop away at Marston's legs.
Frost lands with a nice combination. Marston backs away looking to recover.#CUT#
It looks like Lucas Marston has been cut.
Frost swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#CL#
Frost clinches up against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marston lands a nice shot to the body.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Marston.
Marston blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #BC#
Frost pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Frost throws a looping overhand right but Marston ducks down to avoid it.
Marston has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Marston there as he acknowledges the shot.#T1#
Frost missing with a left hand there. Marston was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Marston tries to counter with a clinch but Frost shakes him off and moves away.#CL2#
Marston darts in and clinches Frost up against the cage.
Frost has had enough of the clinch but Marston keeps him there for the moment.
Marston is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Frost pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Deacon Frost has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Lucas Marston.
Marston wants a takedown.
Frost lands a hook that snaps the head of Marston backwards.
Marston working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Marston wants a takedown but no success here.
Marston has Frost pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Frost manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Frost misses with a body punch. #BC#
Frost 's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#TD#
Frost looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Frost perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Frost passes the guard and advances to mount!
Marston can't escape the position.
Lucas Marston has got the better of the ground game so far.#T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Frost sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Frost is trying to control here but Marston has managed to regain half guard.
Frost is trying to control the action in half guard but Marston is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Frost wants to stand up but Marston is controlling the position. #SUB2#
Marston looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Marston is controlling Frost 's trapped leg to prevent Frost from advancing to side control.
Frost is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Marston can do to turn this around?
Frost wants to lay and pray for a moment but Marston keeps working. #T3#
Marston trying to control but Frost postures up. #SUB2#
Marston looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Frost wants to lay and pray for a moment but Marston keeps working.
Frost tries to stand but can't do so whilst Marston controls his leg.
Marston is looking for a sweep. Frost is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Frost tries to stand but his arm is trapped.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Marston has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Frost is working away from the top position though.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Frost misses with a double jab #CL2#
and Marston counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Marston misses with a punch to the body.
Frost is pressed up against the cage. Marston has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Frost down to the mat. Frost avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Frost misses the shot to the body.
Marston steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Frost .
Frost fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Marston on the side of the head.
Marston is trying hard to land a takedown here. Frost sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Marston feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Frost 's calf.
Marston uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Frost .
Some wild striking there from Frost .
Marston fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
A slapping leg kick lands for Frost .
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Deacon Frost dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Lucas Marston's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Frost lands with a nice body kick. #CL#
Frost moves into the clinch.
Marston blocks a body shot from Frost .
Frost tries a body shot but Marston blocks it.
Marston is pushing Frost up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Marston swings wildly with an uppercut but Frost uses good head movement to avoid it.
Frost misses with some punches.
Marston misses with a punch on the inside.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Frost .
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marston wants a takedown but no success here.
Frost pushes Marston back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Marston goes for a takedown attempt but Frost pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance. #CL#
Marston gets tackled into the cage by Frost . Frost maintains the clinch. #T1#
Frost can't find room to land a body shot as Marston controls the action.
Frost has Marston pressed against the cage.
Marston throws a punch but it's blocked by Frost .
Marston has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Frost after a bit of a struggle.
Deacon Frost has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Lucas Marston.
Marston is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Frost is trying to stall.
Marston misses with a hook from the clinch.
Frost gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Marston. #BC2#
Marston's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Frost throws a head kick that misses.
Nice shot lands for Frost .
Deacon Frost seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Frost .#T2#
Marston stalling in the clinch but Frost improves position.
Frost lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Marston backwards. #BC#
Frost breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Marston fails with the takedown.
Frost swats away the attempt to clinch by Marston.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Deacon Frost has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Marston lands with a light punch inside.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Frost lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Marston backwards. #BC#
Frost manages to break the clinch.
Frost turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Frost avoids the body shot from Marston. #T3#
Frost lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Frost steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Marston.
A counter left hand to the body from Frost misses its target.
Marston is trying hard to land a takedown here. Frost sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Frost keeps the fight on the outside.
Frost keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Frost throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Marston lands a jab to the head.
Frost throws a right and a left that Marston avoids nicely.
Marston on the wrong end of a nice jab.#CL#
Frost instigates a clinch.
Frost takes a shot to the head.
Marston blocks an uppercut.
Marston is looking to take this one to the mat.
A shot in the inside from Frost .
Frost tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Frost is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son. #T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#KD#
Frost drops Marston onto one knee with a big uppercut from the clinch! Marston is propped up by the cage and works his way back to his feet!#ROC#
Marston is rocked!
Marston takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Frost misses with a hook from the clinch.
Frost slowing the pace effectively.
Frost is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Marston scores with an uppercut up the middle.#BC2#
Marston escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Marston tries to clinch but Frost moves out of range.
A jab from Frost misses.
Frost misses with a hook. Marston ducked under it nicely. #CL#
Frost moves into range and clinches up with Marston.
Frost stalling the fight.
A frustrated look appears on Frost 's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Frost is pushing Marston up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word. #BC#
Frost breaks from the clinch.

And that's the end of the fight!
Deacon Frost showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Frost 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 Wesley Smith scores the fight 29:28
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 29:28
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Deacon Frost !

A very excited looking Deacon Frost rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed.

 

Event: Island War     
Date:   Dec 07, 2019
#R1#
Gonza throws an off balance right hand
enabling Marston to counter with a crisp jab.
Marston connects with a good right hand that stumbles Gonza. Gonza circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Gonza tries to work over Marston's front leg with a kick but Marston checks it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Gonza. Marston does a little dance to reset his feet.
Gonza lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Marston pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
A counter left hand to the body from Gonza misses its target.
Gonza tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Marston counters with a slapping leg kick.
Marston uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Gonza.
Marston looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Gonza connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Marston momentarily.
Gonza uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Marston has time to react.
Gonza dips to his left and cracks Marston with an uppercut!
Gonza has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Razor Sharp Training Systems in the buildup to the fight.
Captain Gonza seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Gonza swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Marston avoids the body shot from Gonza.
Marston takes one on the chin but seems OK. #CL#
Gonza pushes Marston up against the cage in a clinch.
Gonza tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Gonza misses with the head strike.
Gonza scores with a shoulder strike.
Gonza lands a shot to the body.
Gonza blocks a punch to the side of the head. #T1#
Marston prevents a body shot from Gonza.
Marston throws a punch but it's blocked by Gonza.
Marston scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Gonza working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Gonza presses Marston against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Gonza has a couple of punches blocked by Marston. #BC2#
Marston breaks from the clinch.
Gonza thows a left - swing and a miss!
Gonza listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Gonza with a hook.
Marston misses with a leg kick.
Gonza lands a lovely overhand right.
Good leg kick by Gonza there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Gonza lands a nice hook to Marston's body. Marston takes it in his stride and looks to land his own 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!
Gonza connects with a solid leg kick.
Gonza scores with a decent looking hook.#KD#
Gonza drops Marston with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Marston looks back up at him and smiles so Gonza waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed. #ROC#
Marston is rocked!
Marston misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Gonza.
Marston is still on wobbly legs! Can Gonza finish him?
Marston is looking to score with low kicks.#T2#
Gonza fails with an attempt to clinch.
Marston seems to have recovered his senses.
Gonza is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Gonza throws a lazy uppercut
and Marston makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Gonza stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Gonza misses with an uppercut.
Marston swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Gonza throws a shot from downtown. Marston moves away and avoids it.
Marston ducks under a wild hook from Gonza.
Marston takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Gonza connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Marston's hands.
Gonza takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #KD#
Gonza cracks Marston with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Marston looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Gonza finish him?
Marston is looking to chop away at Gonza's legs.
Marston keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Marston follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Gonza works Marston's body with a nice hook.
Gonza comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Marston looks winded!#KD#
Gonza drops Marston with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Marston looks back up at him and smiles so Gonza waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed.
Gonza lands a jab to Marston's midsection.#T3#
Marston misses with a straight left.
Marston checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Gonza swings for the body but Marston moves out of range.
Marston looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Marston uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Gonza.#KD#
Gonza lands a big uppercut and Marston crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Marston looks OK. Gonza waves Marston back to his feet!
Gonza lands with a nice body punch.
Gonza throws out a leg kick but Marston moves out of range and Gonza only half commits.
Gonza uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Marston.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Marston checks a leg kick.
Marston swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Gonza fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Gonza jabs Marston to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Gonza swings and misses with a hook to the body. #CL#
Gonza clinches.
Marston lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Gonza backwards.
Gonza blocks an uppercut.
Marston misses with a body punch.
A right hand to the body from Marston.
Marston throws a head punch that misses. #T4#
Gonza lands a shoulder strike.
A short left from Gonza.
Gonza has a couple of punches blocked by Marston.
Gonza scores with a hook to the body.
Gonza throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Marstons head.
Gonza blocking some punches.
Gonza tries to throw a body punch but Marston avoids it by throwing Gonza back against the cage.
Gonza pushes Marston back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Gonza misses with a hook from the clinch.
Gonza misses with the head strike.
Gonza misses with a body punch.
Still in the clinch, Gonza scores with a nice short uppercut.
Gonza misses with a punch to the body.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Gonza.
Gonza lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Marston backwards.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Marston misses with a hook to the ribs.
A nice right hand lands inside from Gonza.
A short right from Gonza on the inside.
Gonza lands with a left to the head.
Marston lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Gonza backwards.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Captain Gonza dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Marston avoids the body shot from Gonza.
Marston ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Gonza checks a leg kick.
Marston throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Gonza misses with a hook.
Marston is trying to counter with his kicks.
Gonza misses with an uppercut. Marston saw that one coming.
Gonza takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Gonza moves into range and connects with a jab.
Captain Gonza is winning the standup battle so far.
Gonza throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Gonza tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Marston was well out of range. Poor timing from Gonza.
Marston appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Marston throws a head kick that misses.
Gonza throws a hook but Marston blocks it.
Marston throws out a counter right but Gonza avoids it with no problem.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gonza throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Marston dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Marston fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Marston on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#KD#
Gonza feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Marston sprawling to the canvas! Marston rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Gonza finish him?!
Marston slips under a jab.#T1#
Gonza drops Marston with a naaaaasty hook - Marston is in real trouble here! Gonza dives in to side control and pounds out his opponent for a TKO victory! The crowd goes nuts!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:08 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Captain Gonza!
Captain Gonza 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.

 

Event: S.A.F.O REGENERATION #2     
Date:   Nov 16, 2019
#R1#
ONeill misses the jab.
ONeill has been working on his boxing with his coaches at RWB GYM in the buildup to the fight.
ONeill misses with a straight left.
Ed ONeill seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Marston looks to throw the jab but ONeill is out of range.
ONeill has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Marston.
Marston with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
ONeill lands with a shot to the body.
Marston avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
ONeill throws a shot from downtown. Marston moves away and avoids it.
Marston tries a head kick but it misses.
ONeill shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Marston as he avoids it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marston feints and then cracks ONeill's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow ONeill down.
Marston looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Marston throws a leg kick but ONeill checks it.
ONeill throws a hook but Marston avoids it easily.
Marston keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from ONeill.#T1#
ONeill checks the leg kick nicely there.
ONeill connects with a single shot there.
Marston scores with a leg kick.
A chopping leg kick lands by Marston.
ONeill throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
ONeill waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Marston.
ONeill shoots in and drives through. Marston sprawls well.
Marston tries to land a body kick
letting ONeill counter with a right hand.
Marston throws a nice outside leg kick.
A good leg kick by Marston.
Marston staying out of range there.
Marston walks into a left hand.
Marston defends well against a solid takedown attempt from ONeill.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ed ONeill. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T2#
Marston connects with a leg kick. ONeill looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Marston throws a body punch but ONeill moves out of range.
Marston throws a predictable looking body shot
and ONeill cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
ONeill looks to throw the jab but Marston is out of range.
ONeill uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Marston has time to react.
The fighters circling - Marston throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Marston throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
ONeill throws the left hand but Marston avoids the punch easily.
Marston flicks out a counter leg kick but ONeill steps away.
ONeill lands a jab to the head.
Marston keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Marston steps to the side to avoid the strikes from ONeill.#T3#
Marston slips a straight right by ONeill.
ONeill is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
ONeill throws a big shot that misses.
Marston throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Marston wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Both fighters circling a little - Marston finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Marston misses with a leg kick
and ONeill counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Marston thinking.
Marston's hands are dropping dangerously low here and ONeill connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Marston scrambles back to his feet.
Marston ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
ONeill on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Marston. Marston obviously looking to wear him down.
ONeill connects with a right hand. Marston shakes it off.
Marston moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
ONeill uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Marston.
ONeill is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
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!
ONeill blocks a head kick by Marston. #T4#
ONeill throws out a powerful jab.
Marston misses with a kick to the body
and Marston takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Marston throws a front kick aimed at ONeill's knee but ONeill avoids it well.
ONeill shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Marston as he avoids it easily.
Marston throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
It looked like ONeill wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
ONeill changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Marston throws a head kick but ONeill moves out of range.
ONeill misses with an uppercut. Marston saw that one coming.
Marston throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Marston fakes high and swings low for a body shot but ONeill manages to avoid it.
Marston throws a looping overhand right but ONeill ducks down to avoid it.
Marston lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
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 Ed ONeill will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Marston will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
ONeill uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Marston.
Marston throws a jab when ONeill was well out of range.
ONeill cracks Marston with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Marston slips under a jab.
Marston flicks out a counter leg kick but ONeill steps away.
Marston takes one to the side of the head.
ONeill throws a lazy uppercut
and Marston counters with a leg kick.
Marston displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from ONeill.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marston looks to score with a jab to the body but ONeill is just out of range.
Marston misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
ONeill throws the left hand but Marston avoids the punch easily.
Ed ONeill is winning the standup battle so far.
A telegraphed right hand from ONeill misses the target. #T1#
ONeill throws a hook but Marston blocks it.
Marston throws a leg kick but ONeill sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Marston slaps away a takedown attempt from ONeill, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Jab by Marston.
Lucas Marston is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Marston connects with an inside leg kick.
ONeill moves out of range as Marston strikes.
ONeill was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Marston scores with a jab. ONeill acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
ONeill pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Marston slips a jab from ONeill.
Marston let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
ONeill thows a left - swing and a miss! #T2#
Marston fakes high and swings low for a body shot but ONeill manages to avoid it.
ONeill throws a hook to the side of Marston's head but Marston sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Marston misses with a looping right.
Nice shot lands for Marston.#CUT2#
It looks like Ed ONeill has been cut.
ONeill looks to throw the jab but Marston is out of range.
A big left from ONeill misses.
A little jabbing left from Marston on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Marston throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by ONeill.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Marston jabs at ONeill's body.
Marston throws a quick inside leg kick.
Marston throws a leg kick that misses.
ONeill throws an overhand right that lands on Marston's shoulder, as Marston tries to avoid the shot.
Marston is clearly trying to counter these attacks from ONeill with a body shot.
Marston is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by ONeill. #T3#
Marston throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
ONeill missing with a left hand there. Marston was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
A little jabbing left from Marston on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Marston wants to land a leg kick but ONeill is out of range.
Marston pushes ONeill away with a front kick.
ONeill tries to score a power double leg takedown but Marston sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten ONeill somewhat.
Marston looks like he wants to counter punch here.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ed ONeill. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Marston misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
ONeill misses with a lunging right hand
and Marston connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
ONeill with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Marston throws a leg kick
and ONeill counters with a straight right hand.
A low kick from Marston misses
and ONeill counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T4#
ONeill moves out of range of the strikes.
Marston swings for the body but ONeill moves out of range.
Marston scores with a leg kick.
Marston on the wrong end of a nice jab.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
ONeill misses with a hook
and Marston counters with a thumping low kick.
ONeill misses with a body shot.
ONeill throws a hook but Marston blocks it.
Marston keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from ONeill.
Marston ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
ONeill lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
ONeill throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A countering left hand to the body from Marston misses.
ONeill throws a poor cross that misses
and Marston makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Lucas Marston showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Ed ONeill's cut.
That's time! ONeill's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R3#
Marston fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and ONeill has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
ONeill looks to score with a jab to the body but Marston is just out of range.
ONeill fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Marston manages to avoid it.#TD#
ONeill decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.#SUB#
ONeill is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Marston trying to hold on to ONeill's head to control him but ONeill postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
ONeill is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Marston is just riding it out for now. ONeill eventually gives up the hold.
Marston gets back to full guard. #T1##SUB#
ONeill postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Marston is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of ONeill, into his guard. #REVB##SUB#
ONeill working for a triangle but Marston defends it easily.
Marston stays in close to ONeill's body and controls the position. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Marston trying to control the position from guard on top but ONeill is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
ONeill working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Marston doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Marston manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
ONeill throws his legs up looking for a submission but Marston uses it to pass to side control.
ONeill is looking for a sweep.
ONeill looks to move to half guard but instead Marston has passed into mount! Damn!
ONeill is trying desperately to improve position.#T3#
A nice elbow there by Marston.
Marston tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
ONeill tries to get back to half guard but can't.
ONeill is in a horrible position here, under a barrage of strikes, he's managing to avoid any damage. #T4#
Marston controlling from the full mount.
ONeill sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Marston controlling the action here. #SUB#
ONeill looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
ONeill looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
ONeill looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and Marston pushes past his half guard into mount!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Lucas Marston really dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Ed ONeill's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R4#
Nice defenses there by Marston.
Marston misses with an attempted mid kick.
ONeill takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Marston moves out of range as ONeill strikes.
ONeill throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Marston sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Marston throws an ugly left hook that misses
and ONeill counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
ONeill bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Marston's head.
ONeill 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marston throws out a loose jab but ONeill uses good head movement to avoid it.
Marston feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to ONeill's calf.
A big right from ONeill misses.
A combination from Marston does no damage. #T1#
Marston uses good head movement to avoid the hook from ONeill.
Marston avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Marston fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and ONeill has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
ONeill looks to land a left hand but Marston moved out of range nicely.
ONeill pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Marston throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and ONeill counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Marston gets off balance looking for a body kick
and ONeill cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
ONeill shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Marston but Marston pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Marston misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from ONeill.
ONeill defending well as Marston loads up on a big left hand.
ONeill throws a poor cross that misses
and Marston counters with a nice uppercut. #T2#
ONeill stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Marston.
A jab from ONeill misses.
ONeill jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Marston turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Good standup being displayed there by ONeill as he connects with a hook.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Marston pivots, looking for a leg kick but ONeill is out of range and Marston settles back down.
ONeill shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Marston is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
ONeill throws a big shot that misses.
ONeill throws a predictable looking body shot
and Marston counters with an outside leg kick.
ONeill throws a jab but it's blocked by Marston.
ONeill looks to land a left hand but Marston moved out of range nicely.#T3#
Marston slips under a jab.
A chopping leg kick lands by Marston.
ONeill moves into range and connects with a jab.
The fighters circling - ONeill throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A jab lands there for ONeill.
Marston lands with a thumping leg kick.
A nice leg kick lands there from Marston.
A good leg kick by Marston.
Marston ducks under a wild hook from ONeill.
Marston takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
ONeill's legs have taken a beating and he's really slowing down as a result.
ONeill takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
ONeill misses with a straight right. #T4#
Marston throws a hook to the side of ONeill's head but ONeill sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
ONeill misses with an uppercut. Marston saw that one coming.
Marston tries a quick counter leg kick but ONeill is wise to it.
ONeill throws a jab but it's blocked by Marston.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
ONeill has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Marston.
ONeill rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Marston counters with a slapping leg kick.
ONeill looks to score with a jab to the body but Marston is just out of range.
ONeill throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Marston closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
ONeill misses with a straight left.
Marston uses good head movement to avoid the hook from ONeill.
ONeill throws a hook but Marston blocks it.
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 Ed ONeill will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Ed ONeill'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. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R5#
Marston fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt ONeill.
ONeill ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Marston looks to land a right hand but ONeill moved out of range.
Marston slaps away a takedown attempt from ONeill, before circling back to the center of the mat.
ONeill has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from ONeill there as he acknowledges the shot.
ONeill dips to his left and cracks Marston with an uppercut!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
ONeill thuds a left hand into Marston's body.
Marston throws a push kick but ONeill slaps the foot to one side.
ONeill throws a shot from downtown. Marston moves away and avoids it.
Marston tries to land a leg kick but ONeill saw it coming and moves away. #T1#
A big right from Marston misses.
ONeill misses with a lunging right hand
and Marston counters with a stiff right hand.
A chopping leg kick lands by Marston.
Marston swings and misses with a shot to the body
and ONeill counters with a nice uppercut.
A swing and a miss from ONeill.
ONeill takes a swing at Marston's ribcage but misses.
ONeill throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
It seemed like Marston was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
A solid body kick from Marston.
Marston swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A jab from ONeill misses.
A head kick misses from Marston. #T2#
A big left from ONeill misses.
A head kick misses from Marston.
ONeill will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
ONeill throws a poor cross that misses
and Marston connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
ONeill misses with a jab to the body
and Marston counters with a lovely straight right hand!
ONeill chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Marston can pounce on him.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
ONeill fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
ONeill shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Marston as he jumps to the side.
Marston flicks out a counter leg kick but ONeill steps away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ed ONeill. That's going to take a lot out of him.
ONeill keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Marston.
A nice inside leg kick there by Marston. That's going to slow ONeill down.
ONeill misses with a straight right. #T3#
Marston takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Marston throws the kick towards the body but ONeill avoids it.
ONeill looks to throw the jab but Marston is out of range.
Marston fakes high and swings low for a body shot but ONeill manages to avoid it.
Marston pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Marston moves away from the strike by ONeill.
As ONeill backs off Marston throws a huge counter combo but ONeill manages to avoid it all.
Marston slips under a jab from ONeill.
ONeill throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Marston sees it coming and avoids it easily.
ONeill fails with a takedown attempt.
ONeill misses with a hook. Marston ducked under it nicely. #T4#
ONeill throws an ugly left hook that misses
enabling Marston to counter with a crisp jab.
ONeill shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Marston sprawls well. Marston wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. ONeill gets slowly back to his feet.
ONeill waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Marston.
Marston throws a big shot that misses.
ONeill misses with a hook. Marston ducked under it nicely.
Marston throws a body shot but no joy.
Marston tries a head kick but it misses.
ONeill misses the jab.
ONeill moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromMarston.
ONeill lands with an uppercut that bounces Marston off the cage and back into range.
ONeill connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.

And that's the end of the fight!
Lucas Marston comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Marston 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 Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 47:49
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 47:49
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 47:48

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Lucas Marston!

Lucas Marston managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, The Juice Haven, into his post fight interview.

 

Event: EFC Thompson vs Castillo     
Date:   Oct 05, 2019
#R1#
Laiho lands with a shot to the body.
Nice shot lands for Marston.
Marston fakes the leg kick and cracks Laiho in the body.
Laiho falls off balance throwing a combination
and Marston counters with a nice body shot. #CL#
Laiho gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Marston looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Laiho misses with a punch on the inside.
A shot in the inside from Laiho.
Laiho softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Laiho tries a body shot but Marston blocks it.
Marston lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Laiho misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Laiho.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Laiho struggles to land a body shot inside as Marston controls his hands.
Laiho tries a body shot but Marston blocks it.
Laiho just leaning against Marston, taking a breather.
Laiho tries to land knees in the clinch but Marston avoids the damage to the body.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
A nice right hand lands inside from Marston.
Marston misses with the head strike. #T1#
Laiho misses with a knee to the head.
Laiho misses with an elbow strike.
Marston has a couple of punches blocked by Laiho.
Laiho is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Marston pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Laiho looking to slow down the pace here.
Marston gets underhooks to prevent Laiho's takedown attempt. #BC2#
Marston manages to break the clinch.
Laiho throws a poor cross that misses
and Marston counters with a stiff right hand.
Laiho ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Marston slips a jab from Laiho.
Marston scores with a kick to the body.
Laiho on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there. #KD2#
Marston lands a left and a right that send Laiho crashing to the mat, dazed. Marston thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!#ROC2#
Laiho is rocked!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Marston darts in and lands a big hook, right on the button! Laiho's legs crumble underneath him as he falls to the canvas! The ref tackles Marston before he gets to land any more shots to his stricken foe.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Lucas Marston!
Lucas Marston really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that The Juice Haven logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.

 

Event: AEW 33     
Date:   Sep 14, 2019
#R1#
Halloo misses with a straight right.
Halloo looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Halloo 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.
Halloo works the jab nicely.
Marston on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Halloo lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Marston has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Kaptajnernes Trćningscenter in the buildup to the fight.
Halloo lands with a hook. Marston tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Halloo lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Halloo throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Halloo throws a right and a left that both miss.
It looked like Marston wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Some wild striking there from Marston.
A head kick by Halloo misses
and Marston counters with a stiff right hand. #T1#
Marston checks the leg kick.
A shot to the body from Halloo misses
and Marston counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Marston jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Marston drops his hands momentarily and Halloo takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Halloo throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Marston is looking to counter punch.
Marston moves out of range of the strikes.
Marston seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Marston is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Halloo.
Halloo misses with a wild body shot.
Halloo showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Marston.
Marston moves out of range of the body kick from Halloo. #T2#
Halloo throws a body shot but no joy.
Marston was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Halloo tried to score with a low kick but Marston checks it.
Halloo looks to land a body kick but Marston moved away.
Halloo scores with a leg kick.
Marston 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.
Marston's jab looks to have found its range, popping Halloo under the eye.
Marston swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Halloo! But no joy.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Halloo just misses with a punch to the body.
Halloo wants to clinch up but Marston keeps it at a distance.
Halloo lands a right hook to the body.
A punch combination from Marston misses. #T3#
Halloo misses with an attempted mid kick.
It looked like Marston wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
A punch lands to the side of Halloo 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Good exchange - Halloo coming out on top.
Halloo tries to close the distance and clinch but Marston swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Halloo lands with an overhand left.
Marston defending well as Halloo loads up on a big left hand.
Halloo looks to land a body kick but Marston moved away.
A chopping leg kick lands by Halloo.
Halloo misses with a body shot.
Halloo takes one on the button.
Halloo throws a half hearted mid kick.#T4#
Halloo misses with a body kick.
A low kick from Halloo is predictable there
and Marston counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Halloo tests Marston's chin there with a solid looking shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Halloo fails to land with a series of punches.
Marston is looking to counter punch.
Halloo thuds his right hand into Marston's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Halloo attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Halloo listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Halloo thows a leg kick but Marston checks it
and Marston counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Marston ducks under a wild hook from Halloo.
A low kick from Halloo misses
and Marston cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Marston displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Halloo throws out the jab.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Tupa Halloo dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Halloo moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Halloo throws a leg kick
enabling Marston to counter with a crisp jab.
Halloo uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Marston.
Marston smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Marston is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Marston scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Halloo has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Halloo punishes Marston's body with a nice straight punch.
An inside leg kick from Halloo misses.
Halloo misses with a leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A punch combination from Marston misses.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Halloo! But no joy.
Halloo lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Marston at a distance.
Marston slips a straight right by Halloo.
It looked like Marston was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.#T1#
Halloo throws a lazy body kick
enabling Marston to counter with a crisp jab.
Halloo throws an off balance right hand
and Marston counters with a right hand to the body.
Marston loads up on a big right hand but Halloo slips the punch.
A big right from Halloo misses.
Marston appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Halloo rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Marston counters with a nice uppercut.
Marston closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Halloo walks into a stiff left hand from Marston.
Halloo throws a jab when Marston was well out of range.
Halloo motions for Marston to come forward. Halloo throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Halloo darts in trying to clinch
and Marston counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Halloo thinking. #T2#
Halloo misses with a wild body shot.
Marston's corner calls for a 1-2. Marston obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
The fight stays on the outside here - Halloo looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Nice body punch from Halloo.
Halloo lands a slapping body shot. #CL2#
Halloo forces Marston back against the cage and clinches.
Marston is trying to force a seperation but Halloo has the dominant position.#T3#
Halloo stalling in the clinch but Marston improves position.
Halloo blocking some punches.
Halloo misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Halloo fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Halloo lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Marston.
Marston blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Halloo throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Halloo stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Halloo swings wildly with an uppercut but Marston uses good head movement to avoid it.
Marston blocks an uppercut.
Halloo cracks Marston with a nice body shot.
Halloo lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Still in the clinch, Marston scores with a nice short uppercut.
Marston is looking to break free of the clinch but Halloo has double underhooks.
Halloo tries to throw a body punch but Marston avoids it by throwing Halloo back against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Halloo.
Halloo throws a head punch that misses. #T4##BC#
Marston pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Halloo avoids the body shot from Marston.
Marston has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Marston there as he acknowledges the shot.
Marston takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Halloo scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Halloo misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Halloo chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Marston steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Halloo.
Halloo misses with an uppercut. Marston saw that one coming.
Halloo throws a jab but it's blocked by Marston.
Halloo throws a body kick that misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Tupa Halloo will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Marston blocks a leg kick.
Halloo ducks under a wild hook from Marston.
Marston throws a right and a left that Halloo avoids nicely.
Halloo now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Halloo is looking to score with low kicks.
An attempted straight right counter from Marston misses the target.
Halloo throws a low kick, looking for Marston's leg but Marston calmly moves out of range.
Halloo ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Marston moves away.
A quick step to the side and Marston tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Halloo just misses with a punch to the body.
Marston was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marston has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Halloo.
Halloo throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Halloo moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Marston misses with a jab, cross combination. #T1#
Marston swats away the attempt to clinch by Halloo.
It looked like Marston wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Marston on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Halloo. Halloo obviously looking to wear him down.
Marston ducks under a wild hook from Halloo.
A chopping leg kick lands by Halloo.
Halloo jabs Marston right on the nose. Marston blinks but takes it well.
Halloo throws a body kick that misses.
A quick step to the side and Marston tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Halloo darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Marston ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Marston is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.#T2#
Halloo fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Marston checks it well.
Marston misses the jab.
Marston lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Halloo scores with a jab to the jaw.
Halloo throws a sloppy head kick and Marston moves out of range easily.
Marston with a jab.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Marston checks a leg kick.
Halloo tries to score with a low kick but Marston moves his leg out of the way.
Marston was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Halloo thows a left - swing and a miss!
Halloo buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Lucas Marston has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Halloo lands with a right hand.
Halloo connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Marston momentarily.
Tupa Halloo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Marston rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Halloo connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Marston throws a big shot that misses.
Marston takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Marston takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Marston was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Marston throws a hook but Halloo avoids it easily.
Marston throws a jab when Halloo was well out of range.
Halloo rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Marston cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Marston takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section. #T4#
Marston looks to land a left hand but Halloo moved out of range nicely.
The fight stays on the outside here - Halloo looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Halloo lands a lovely overhand right.
Halloo takes a shot right to the bread basket.
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!
Halloo throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
It looked like Marston wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Marston swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A slapping leg kick lands for Halloo.
Tupa Halloo is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Halloo thumps Marston with a low kick.

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

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

Judge Nard Betker scores the fight for Tupa Halloo!
Judge Daniel Blasius scores the fight for Tupa Halloo!
Judge Albert Achterberg scores the fight for Tupa Halloo!

Tupa Halloo wins by unanimous decision!

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

 

Event: GAMMA#786 Curry v Pony     
Date:   Aug 24, 2019
#R1#
Dassler fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
We've been hearing reports that Dassler has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Marston connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Dassler shoots in looking for a takedown. Marston tries to sprawl out of it but Dassler keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Marston manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #CL#
Dassler closes the distance and clinches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dassler is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Marston pulls him back up using the underhooks.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rudi Dassler. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A nice right hand lands inside from Marston.
Dassler is trying to pull guard but Marston turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.#T1##TD#
Dassler tightens his grip and picks Marston up, before dumping him to the ground. Marston manages to land in guard.
Marston lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Marston slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. #SUB#
Dassler escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Marston gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Dassler wants to improve his position but instead Marston has moved into half guard. #SUB#
Dassler is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Marston pulls his head out easily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Dassler looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Dassler is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Marston pulls his head out easily.
Dassler keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. #T2#
Marston not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Marston has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Dassler wriggling around on the bottom manages to avoid the strikes thrown by Marston.
Dassler is trying to escape the mount.
Dassler is working hard here to advance position.
Dassler sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Marston perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Marston is looking to take a break and control but Dassler is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Dassler wants to improve his position but Marston is controlling well. #T3##SUB#
Dassler looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Dassler looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Dassler tries to get to full guard but Marston has control of the leg.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Marston thows a huge punch but Dassler dodges it nicely.
Marston content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Marston is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Marston thows a huge punch but Dassler dodges it nicely. #SUB#
Dassler looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Dassler is staying active underneath Marston, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB#
Dassler looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Dassler tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land. #SUB#
Dassler looking for a kimura from the bottom but Marston passes into side control!
Marston wants to lay and pray for a moment but Dassler keeps working.
Dassler is looking to regain half guard here but Marston keeps moving and retains side control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Marston trying to control the action but Dassler is working from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Lucas Marston dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Marston defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Dassler.
Marston now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
No luck for Dassler with that takedown attempt.
Marston keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Marston doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rudi Dassler. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Marston catches Dassler with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dassler tries for a takedown but Marston circles away easily
enabling Marston to counter with a crisp jab. #T1#
Dassler shoots in for a takedown but Marston shows good takedown defense.
A little jabbing left from Marston on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Marston scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Dassler tries to clinch but Marston moves away
enabling Marston to counter with a crisp jab. #CUT2#
It looks like Rudi Dassler has been cut.
Dassler gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Marston counters with a stiff right hand. #ROC2#
Dassler is rocked!
Marston dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Dassler fails with the takedown
and Marston counters with a straight right hand.
Oh Dassler is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#T2#
Marston looks to score with a jab to the body but Dassler is just out of range.
Dassler seems to have got his legs back now.
Dassler shoots in for a takedown but Marston shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Marston now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Dassler tries to score a power double leg takedown but Marston sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Dassler somewhat.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Dassler fails with the takedown
and Marston counters with a straight right hand.
Marston misses with a hook. Dassler ducked under it nicely.
Dassler uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Marston. #T3##TD#
Dassler drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Marston keeping full guard, as Dassler tries to pass.
Dassler lands a couple of elbows.
Marston looking to hit a scissor sweep but Dassler is one step ahead there.
Marston has control of Dassler's left arm, preventing Dassler from doing any damage.
Marston can't keep his opponent in guard - Dassler advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #SUB#
Dassler is working for a kimura but Marston is defending it quite comfortably.
Marston is concentrating on defense, preventing Dassler from advancing position. #T4#
Marston slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Dassler working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Marston working a defensive guard here.
Dassler wants to pass the guard but Marston is keeping the position.
Dassler pushes down on Marston's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Dassler thows a huge punch but Marston dodges it nicely.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Dassler is working for a kimura but Marston is defending it quite comfortably.
Marston is looking to improve his position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Lucas Marston showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Rudi Dassler's cut.
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#
Dassler shoots in for a takedown but Marston shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Dassler goes for a double leg but Marston avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Marston continues to drive forward.
Dassler slips a jab from Marston.
Marston misses with a few strikes there.
Marston defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Dassler.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rudi Dassler. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Dassler with a poor takedown
and Marston cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Lucas Marston seems to be getting the better of the standup.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dassler fails to land the takedown.
Marston lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.#T1#
Nice takedown defense from Marston. No joy for Dassler on that attempt.
It seemed like Marston was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Marston keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Dassler wants to clinch
and Marston connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A punch lands to the side of Marston 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Marston throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #T2#
Marston lunges at Dassler with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Dassler's hand.
Dassler shoots in but no luck this time. #CL#
Dassler rushes Marston and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#BC2#
Marston breaks from the clinch.
Marston has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Dassler shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Marston but Marston pushes him off and we're back to square one.
A nice side step and Marston releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Dassler uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Marston.
Lucas Marston is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Marston misses with an uppercut #TD#
and Dassler counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Marston! #ES2#
Marston explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there! #T3#
Dassler moves out of range of the strikes.
Dassler tries to clinch there but Marston circles away.
Marston looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Marston has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Dassler fails with the takedown.
Dassler takes one to the chin there.
Dassler tries for a takedown but Marston circles away easily
and Marston counters with a nice uppercut. #T4#
Marston fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Dassler slips under a jab.
Dassler staying out of range there.#TD#
Dassler feints and as Marston raises his hands in defense, Dassler changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Marston trying to keep a closed guard but Dassler is proving a slippery customer.
Marston pulls Dassler in close to prevent any damage.
Dassler in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Rudi Dassler has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Lucas Marston is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Dassler scoring with punches to the head and body.

And that's the end of the fight!
Lucas Marston comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Marston 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 Don Winkell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 27:30
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Lucas Marston!

Lucas Marston really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that The Juice Haven logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.

 

Event: GAMMA#783 Curry v Boagrius     
Date:   Aug 03, 2019
#R1#
Marston takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
A jab lands there for Marston.
Marston scores with a crisp jab that stopped Sidious in his tracks.
Marston dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Sidious. That did some damage!
Marston slips under a jab.
Marston rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Sidious counters with a solid body kick.
Marston has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Kaptajnernes Trćningscenter in the buildup to the fight.
Marston misses the jab.
Sidious follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Marston swings away with a body shot that misses
enabling Sidious to counter with a crisp jab.
Marston misses with a series of wild punches.
Sidious scores with a nice body kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Marston throws a body shot but no joy. #T1#
Sidious ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Marston moves away.
Sidious throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Sidious throws a body kick that misses
and Marston connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Nice shot by Marston.
Sidious misses with a hook. Marston ducked under it nicely.
Sidious works Marston's body with a nice hook.
Sidious throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Marston throws a hook but Sidious blocks it.
Sidious looks for the body kick but Marston saw that one coming.
Marston jabs at Sidious's body.#T2#
Marston just misses with a punch to the body.
Marston turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Marston takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Marston throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Sidious's head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Marston misses with a lunging right hand
and Sidious counters with a stiff right hand.
Marston lands the left hand.
Sidious just misses with a punch to the body.
Sidious just misses with a punch to the body. #CL2#
Marston gets tackled into the cage by Sidious. Sidious maintains the clinch.
Marston swings wildly with an uppercut but Sidious uses good head movement to avoid it.
Marston takes an elbow to the forehead. #CUT2#
It looks like Lucas Marston has been cut.#T3#
Good body shot from Sidious.
Sidious tries to throw a body punch but Marston avoids it by throwing Sidious back against the cage.
Sidious lands an elbow just above Marston 's eye.
Sidious doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Marston misses with a short punch on the inside. #BC#
Marston breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Sidious throws a lazy uppercut
and Marston cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Sidious scores with a nice strike.#CL2#
Sidious closes the distance and clinches.
Marston is trying to maintain a safe position but Sidious gets an underhook and turns Marston into the cage.
A nice left hand lands by Marston.
Sidious misses with a punch to the body.
Sidious is working Marston over against the cage.
Sidious lands a body punch.
Sidious goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Sidious.
A short uppercut from Sidious. #T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Sidious lands with a left to the head.
Marston tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Marston lands a left hand that snaps the head of Sidious backwards.
Sidious lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Marston is breathing heavily.
Sidious lands a body shot in the clinch.
Marston misses with the head strike.
Marston is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Sidious blocks an uppercut.
Sidious tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Marston's elbow.
A right hook to the body lands for Sidious. #BC2#
Sidious's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Sidious changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Sidious pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Marston went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Sidious throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Marston misses with a lunging right hand
and Sidious counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Marston gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Darth Sidious dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Lucas Marston's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Sidious.
Marston throws a right hand that misses #KD2#
and Sidious counters with a nice right hand that sends Marston toppling to the canvas! Marston scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Sidious finish him?!#KD2#
Sidious cracks Marston with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Sidious has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Marston to stand back up!#ROC2#
Marston is rocked!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Sidious throws a front kick that sends Marston stumbling back into the cage.
Oh Marston is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Sidious cracks Marston on the jaw with a powerful right hand and Marston falls backwards against the cage. Sidious follows up with more strikes that drop Marston to his knees. Sidious keeps the pressure on and the referee jumps in to save Marston! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:27 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Darth Sidious!
Darth Sidious managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Aspire Clothing, into his post fight interview.

 

Event: GAMMA#780 Nicu v Kahn     
Date:   Jul 13, 2019
#R1#
The fighters circling - Marston throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Slider let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Marston moves away from the strike by Slider.
A big right from Marston misses.
Slider tries to counter by closing the distance.#CL2#
Slider clinches up against the cage.
Slider lands a shoulder strike.
Marston has a couple of punches blocked by Slider.
Nice body punch from Slider - that landed with a thud.
Slider working Marston over with knees to the body.
Marston is breathing heavily.
Slider struggles to land a body shot inside as Marston controls his hands.
Slider lands a body punch.
Slider landing knees to the head.
Slider landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Slider'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.
Slider lands a shot to the body.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Slider.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Slider trying to land knees to the body. #T1#
Slider with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head. #CUT2#
It looks like Lucas Marston has been cut.
Slider tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Marston's elbow.
Slider lands a nice knee to the body.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Slider obliges.
Slider lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Slider scores with a nice hook to the head.
Slider looking to throw knees to the head but Marston is blocking nicely.
Slider unloads a knee to the mid-section. Marston lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Slider lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Slider with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Slider lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Slider connects with a knee to the head.
Slider gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Slider tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Slider gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Slider tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Slider missing with knees to the body.
Marston blocks an elbow strike.#T2#
Slider lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Slider scores with a shoulder strike.
Marston avoiding damage as Slider throws knees to the body.
Marston takes a knee right on the jaw!
Marston misses with a body punch.
Slider scores with a nice hook to the head.
Slider connects with a knee to the head.
Slider tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Slider lands with a left to the head.
Slider softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Slider misses with a knee to the head.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Slider just misses with a elbow thrown towards Marston's brow.
Slider unloads a knee to the mid-section. Marston lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Slider lands an elbow that stopped Marston in his tracks for a moment.
Slider lands an elbow just above Marston 's eye.
A short left from Marston. #BC#
Marston manages to break the clinch. #T3#
Slider uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Marston has time to react.#CL2#
Slider takes the fight into the clinch. #BC#
Marston breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Slider connects with an inside leg kick.
Marston misses with a two punch combination.
Marston doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Marston pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Slider feints and then cracks Marston's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Marston down.
Marston ducks right into an uppercut from Slider.
Slider lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.#CL2#
Slider closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #T4#
Marston tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Slider's elbow.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Slider lands a body shot in the clinch.
Marston tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
A short right from Slider on the inside.
Marston tries a body shot but Slider blocks it.
Slider tries to land knees in the clinch but Marston avoids the damage to the body.
Marston lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Slider is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Slider lands a nice uppercut.
Slider tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Marston avoids it.
Marston struggles to land a body shot inside as Slider controls his hands.
Marston avoiding damage as Slider throws knees to the body.
A short right from Slider on the inside.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Slider scores with a shot to the side of Marston's head.
Slider digs a right hand into Marston's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Marston's gas tank.
A left hand lands to the body for Slider.
Slider lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Lolipo Slider dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Lucas Marston's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Slider feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Marston's calf.
Marston defending well as Slider loads up on a big left hand.
Slider has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Marston is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Marston takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Slider connects with a single shot there.
Marston defending well as Slider loads up on a big left hand.
Slider turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Slider has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#KD2#
Slider cracks Marston with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Marston looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Slider finish him? #ROC2#
Marston is rocked!
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
That kick from Slider tenderised Marston's leg. Marston is trying to keep his angry face on.
Oh Marston is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
The fight stays on the outside here - Slider looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Marston seems to have got his legs back now.
Slider thows a left - swing and a miss! #T1#
Slider tests Marston's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Marston moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
No joy there for Slider, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Slider dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Marston. That did some damage!
Marston throws a body shot but no joy.
Slider catches Marston with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Slider misses with a hook. Marston ducked under it nicely.
A big right from Marston misses.
Lolipo Slider seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Slider ducks under a wild hook from Marston.
Slider tries to clinch but Marston moves out of range. #T2#
Slider takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Marston takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Slider throws a leg kick
and Marston counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Marston looks to throw the jab but Slider is out of range.
Slider swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Marston thuds a left hand into Slider's body.
Marston ducks right into an uppercut from Slider.
Slider misses with a wild body shot.
Slider lands a slapping body shot.
Marston steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Slider.
Marston throws a quick counter head kick but Slider was just out of range.
Slider bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T3#
Slider moves away from the strike by Marston.
Marston has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Slider.
Slider avoids the body shot from Marston.
Marston throws a body punch but Slider moves out of range.
Marston chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Slider can pounce on him.
Slider throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Marston was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Slider connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Marston momentarily.
Slider lands a nice looking body shot.
Lolipo Slider seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Slider takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Marston throws a leg kick but Slider checks it.
Slider avoids the body shot from Marston. #T4#
Slider misses with a lunging right hand
and Marston counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Slider connects with an inside leg kick.
Slider tries to score with a low kick but Marston moves his leg out of the way.
Slider throws a body shot but no joy.
Marston defending well as Slider loads up on a big left hand.
Marston steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Slider.
Marston throwing a counter right hand but Slider manages to avoid it.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
The crowd cheers as Marston lands an impressive looking overhand right. Slider doesn't seem phased though.
Sloppy strikes from Marston. Those never looked like landing.
Slider throws a body shot but no joy.
A swing and a miss from Marston.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Lolipo Slider showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Lucas Marston's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Slider throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Marston sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Slider lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Slider.
A swing and a miss from Slider.
Slider throws out a powerful jab.
Marston misses with the combination.
Slider looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Marston misses with a looping left.
Marston looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Slider throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Marston throws a sloppy head kick and Slider moves out of range easily.
Marston tests Slider's chin there with a solid looking shot.#T1#
Marston throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A little jabbing left from Slider on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
A slapping leg kick lands for Slider.
Slider throws a lazy right hand but Marston sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Slider uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Marston.
Slider throws out a powerful jab.
Slider sizes up Marston with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Marston checks a low kick from Slider.
Marston swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Slider tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Marston is able to avoid easily.
Marston chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Slider can pounce on him.
Marston on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Slider. Slider obviously looking to wear him down.
Slider misses with a wild body shot. #T2#
Slider lands with a shot to the body.
Slider ducks under a wild hook from Marston.
Slider waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Marston.
Slider just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromMarston.
Marston defending well as Slider loads up on a big left hand. #CL2#
Slider moves into the clinch.
Slider lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Slider digs a right hand into Marston's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Marston's gas tank.
Slider using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Marston has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Slider using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Marston has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Nice body punch from Slider - that landed with a thud.
Marston is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Slider misses with an elbow strike.
Marston softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Marston swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Marston wants to stall.
Lucas Marston has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Marston lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Slider blocking some punches.
Slider looking to throw knees to the head but Marston is blocking nicely.
Slider is working Marston over against the cage.
Still in the clinch, Marston scores with a nice short uppercut.
Slider lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Marston.
Marston tries to break the clinch but Slider is controlling the position.
Good body shot from Slider.
Slider tries a body shot but Marston blocks it.
Marston takes a knee to the side of the body.
Slider throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Marston blocks it with crossed arms.
Slider with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Nice body punch from Slider.
Marston dodges an elbow strike from Slider.
Slider misses with a hook to the ribs.
Marston misses with the head strike. #T4#
Slider scores with a shoulder strike.
Marston goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Slider comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Marston wants to break free but Slider has control.
Knees in the clinch landing for Slider.
Slider scores a nice knee to the body.
Slider lands a good knee to the midsection. Marston won't want to take too many of those.
Slider lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Slider blocks an uppercut.
Knees in the clinch landing for Slider.
Slider comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Slider lands a right hand.
A head punch on the inside from Marston fails to land.
Slider is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Slider tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Marston avoids it.
Slider using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body. #KD2#
Slider drops Marston with a big knee straight up the middle! Marston is covering up against the cage but manages to escape and gets back to his feet!
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Slider.

And that's the end of the fight!
Lolipo Slider comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Slider 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 Jack Bonds scores the fight 27:30
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 26:30
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Lolipo Slider!

In his post fight interview, Lolipo Slider started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

 

Event: GAMMA#777 Verbeek v Mumu     
Date:   Jun 22, 2019
#R1#
Marston moves into range and connects with a jab.
Andersson throws a leg kick that misses.
Marston slips a jab from Andersson.
Good work by Marston as he checks the leg kick.
Andersson pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Andersson fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Marston.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Andersson.
Marston looks to score with a jab to the body but Andersson is just out of range.
Andersson is looking for a counter combo.
Marston lands a jab to Andersson's midsection.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Andersson throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
A head kick misses from Andersson.
Andersson lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering. #KD2#
Marston drops Andersson with a beautiful combination! Andersson stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Marston is looking for the KO!#T1#
Marston throws a monster overhand right that drops Andersson! Marston follows up with more strikes from mount and the fight is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:11 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Lucas Marston!
Lucas Marston took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, The Juice Haven for their support in the buildup to the fight.

 

Event: GAMMA#773 Marston v Dassler     
Date:   May 25, 2019
#R1##TD2#
Dassler closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Marston to the mat! Marston manages to get full guard.
Dassler working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #SUB2#
Dassler postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Marston is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Dassler, into his guard. #REVR##SUB2#
Dassler is actively looking for submissions from his back. He's worked himself a little space on the bottom and seems to be going for a triangle. No, he's switched into an armbar! That was slick! Marston rolls with it to try and escape but Dassler cranks on the arm and Marston is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Rudi Dassler!
Rudi Dassler really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Urban Fighter logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.

 

Event: GAMMA#770 Sissypants v Delsart     
Date:   May 04, 2019
#R1#
Marston keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Slider tests Marston's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Slider throws out a leg kick but Marston moves out of range and Slider only half commits.
Marston let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Marston tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Slider misses the jab.
Marston throws the left hand but Slider avoids the punch easily.
Slider throwing a counter right hand but Marston manages to avoid it.
Slider throws a jab when Marston was well out of range.
Marston digs a good body shot into Slider's ribs.
Marston ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Slider moves away.
Slider misses with a body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marston scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.#CL#
Marston gets tackled into the cage by Slider. Slider maintains the clinch.
Slider struggles to land a body shot inside as Marston controls his hands.
We've been informed that Marston 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.
Marston tries to break free but Slider pushes him back against the cage.
Our sources have told us that Slider has been working on his knees in the buildup to the fight.
Marston blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Slider tries to land knees in the clinch but Marston avoids the damage to the body. #T1#
Marston wants to get back to striking at distance but Slider won't allow it.
A knee to the head by Slider.
Slider is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Marston is defending well for now.
Marston misses with a punch to the body.
Marston managing to block the knees to the body from Slider.
Slider connects with a nasty looking knee right to Marston's face.
Marston softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Marston goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Marston.
Marston misses with some punches.
Marston blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Marston fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A short uppercut from Slider.
Slider lands a left hand that snaps the head of Marston backwards.
Marston wants to get back to striking at distance but Slider won't allow it.
Marston takes an elbow to the temple. #CUT#
It looks like Lucas Marston has been cut.
Slider looking to throw knees to the head but Marston is blocking nicely.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Slider missing with knees to the body.
Marston blocks the elbow strike. #T2#
Marston blocks an elbow strike.
A short uppercut from Marston.
Marston avoids the elbow strike from Slider, against the cage.
Slider gets through Marston's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Marston.
Marston avoids a wild elbow strike from Slider.
Marston dodges an elbow strike from Slider.
Slider comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Marston slows down the pace here.
Marston misses with the head strike.
Slider blocks a body shot from Marston.
Slider putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Marston in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Slider goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Slider throws a knee to the head but misses.
Slider throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Marston has had enough of the clinch but Slider keeps him there for the moment.
Marston taking a break, stalling in the clinch. #T3#
Slider connects with a nasty looking knee right to Marston's face.
Marston struggles to land a body shot inside as Slider controls his hands.
Slider lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Marston backwards.
Slider tries a body shot but Marston blocks it.
Marston lands a body shot.
A right hand to the body from Marston.
Marston scores with an uppercut up the middle.
A nice left hand lands by Slider.
Marston is looking to break free of the clinch but Slider has double underhooks.
Marston on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Marston blocks an elbow strike.
Marston misses with a short punch on the inside.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Slider as Marston tries to tie him up.
Marston struggles to land a body shot inside as Slider controls his hands. #BC2#
Marston escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Slider looks to score with a jab to the body but Marston is just out of range.
Slider throws a predictable looking body shot
and Marston counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T4#
Slider misses with a straight right.
Marston keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Marston looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Slider looks to score with a jab to the body but Marston is just out of range.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Slider misses with a straight left.
Marston looks to land a left hand but Slider moved out of range nicely.
Lolipo Slider seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Slider throws a sloppy body shot
letting Marston counter with a right hand.
Slider throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Marston sees it coming and avoids it easily.
That kick from Slider tenderised Marston's leg. Marston is trying to keep his angry face on.
Slider misses with a wild body shot.
Slider uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Marston.
Marston ducks under a wild hook from Slider.
Slider misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Marston counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Slider throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Lolipo Slider dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Lucas Marston's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Slider throws a leg kick but Marston sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Lolipo Slider is winning the standup battle so far.
Slider misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Marston counters with a right hand to the body.
Slider is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Marston can do to turn this around?
Slider throws a right hand that Marston ducks under and follows up with a left that Marston also avoids with ease.
Slider throws an off balance right hand
and Marston counters with a nice uppercut.
Slider throws a hook to the side of Marston's head but Marston sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A slow jab from Marston misses its intended target.
Slider is looking to counter the offense by Marston and move into the clinch.
Marston staying out of range there.
Slider misses with a left hand
and Marston counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Slider tried to score with a low kick but Marston checks it.
Slider ducks under a wild hook from Marston.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marston throws a good cross that connects.
Slider misses with an uppercut.
Slider scores with a punch to the head.
Slider ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.#T1#
Marston cracks Slider with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Nice cross by Slider.
Slider misses with a left hand
and Marston cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Slider is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Marston on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Slider. Slider obviously looking to wear him down.
Slider just misses with a punch to the body.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Slider.
Slider misses with a double jab
and Slider takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Slider tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Marston was well out of range. Poor timing from Slider.
Sloppy strikes from Slider. Those never looked like landing. #CL#
Slider fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Marston, pushing him back against the cage.
Slider tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Marston's elbow.
Lolipo Slider has scored more points in the clinch so far.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Marston lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Slider backwards. #T2#
Marston is trying to force a seperation but Slider has the dominant position.
Slider has a couple of punches blocked by Marston.
Marston is trying to push Slider away but Slider has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Marston avoiding damage as Slider throws knees to the body.
Marston lands with a short shot to the head.
Slider lands with a light punch inside.
Marston swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Marston is working Slider over against the cage.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Marston scores with a nice hook to the head.
Slider blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Marston lands a left hand.
Marston has a couple of punches blocked by Slider. #BC2#
Marston escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Slider dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Marston. That did some damage!
Marston uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Slider.
Marston scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Marston misses with a hook. Slider ducked under it nicely. #T3#
Slider drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Slider throws a body shot but no joy.
Slider misses with a jab to the body
enabling Marston to counter with a crisp jab.
Slider tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Marston keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Marston tries a quick counter leg kick but Slider is wise to it.
Marston throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Marston has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Slider finds it's way round the side to connect with Marston's head.
Slider swings widly with a right hand
and Marston counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Slider jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Marston throws a counter combo.
Slider tries a low kick but Marston avoids it.
Slider misses with a hook
and Marston connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Slider throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Slider attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Marston looks like he wants to counter punch here.#T4#
Slider misses with a body shot.
Slider looks to score with a jab to the body but Marston is just out of range.
Slider looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Marston misses with a hook to the body
and Slider counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A chopping leg kick lands by Slider.
Slider ducks under a wild hook from Marston.
Marston lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Slider scoring well with a low kick there.
Slider attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Marston checks a leg kick.
Slider misses the shot to the body.
Slider misses with a hook. Marston ducked under it nicely.
Marston avoids the body shot from Slider.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Lucas Marston will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Lucas Marston's cut.
That's time! Slider's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3##CL#
Marston gets tackled into the cage by Slider. Slider maintains the clinch.
Slider is leaning against Marston and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Marston on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Marston is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Slider throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Marston avoiding damage as Slider throws knees to the body.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Slider.
Slider throws a knee to the head but misses.
Slider creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses. #BC2#
Marston breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Slider throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
It seemed like Marston was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Marston misses with a head kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Slider throws a lazy uppercut
letting Marston counter with a right hand.
Slider throws out a powerful jab.#KD2#
Marston drops Slider with a beautiful combination! Slider stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Marston is looking for the KO!#ROC2#
Slider is rocked!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Slider misses with a wild body shot.
Oh Slider is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#T1#
Slider throws a body shot but no joy.
Slider seems to have got his legs back now.
Slider fails in his attempt to clinch.
Marston takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Slider scores with a leg kick.
Slider misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Marston.
Slider on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Slider takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Marston shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Marston staying out of range there.
A little jabbing left from Marston on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Marston moves out of range as Slider throws a body kick.
Marston unleashes a big counter combination but Slider bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Marston scores with a hook to the body. Slider takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Slider 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.
A little jabbing left from Marston on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
A looping hook to the body misses from Slider. Marston does a little dance to reset his feet.#T2#
Slider misses the body punch
and Marston counters with an outside leg kick.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Marston bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Slider slips under a jab from Marston.
Marston misses with an uppercut.
Slider takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Marston scores with a jab.
An inside leg kick lands from Marston.
Marston blocks a jab.#KD2#
Marston lands a big right hand that sends Slider crashing to the mat! Marston stays standing though and waves Slider back to his feet!
Marston waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Slider.
Marston misses with a straight left.
A jab from Slider finds it's way through Marston's defenses. #T3#
Slider misses the jab.
A nice side step and Marston releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Slider connects with the punch.
Marston scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Slider gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Slider fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Marston looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Slider misses with a body shot.
Slider throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A low kick from Slider is predictable there
and Slider takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Slider throws a lazy uppercut
and Marston counters with a nice uppercut.
Slider cracks a nice hook into Marston's ribs.
Slider takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Slider misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Marston counters with a huge left! Slider is in big trouble! He's backing up but Marston isn't giving him chance to recover. Under a barage of punches the ref has to step in to save Slider from any more damage. A dominating finish by Marston!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Lucas Marston!
After the big win, Lucas Marston made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors The Juice Haven and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.

 

Event: GAMMA#763 Slider v Deneville     
Date:   Mar 23, 2019
#R1##CL2#
Gloom moves into range and clinches up with Marston.#TD2#
Gloom turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!#ES#
Marston explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there!
Gloom's coach down at Jed's Gym was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Gloom's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Gloom slips under a jab.
Marston throws a jab when Gloom was well out of range.
Gloom shoots in but no luck this time. #CL2#
Gloom moves into range and clinches up with Marston.
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!
Marston fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #TD2#
Gloom gets control of Marston's arms and successfully pulls guard. Gloom will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Gloom seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Marston wants to control from the top but Gloom keeps moving. #SUB2#
Gloom has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Marston is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Gloom.
Marston working away.#T1#
Gloom is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Marston wants to lay and pray for a moment but Gloom keeps working.
Gloom is trying to improve his position.
Gloom is trying to control Marston's posture but Marston avoids it. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Gloom trying to remain calm as Marston controls from the top position.
Gloom is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Gloom struggling a bit here.
Marston happy to just control the position for now.
Gloom is looking for a sweep.
Gloom wants to control but Marston postures up.
Gloom is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Marston off and has taken his back!
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Gloom's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke. #T3##SUB2#
Marston is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Gloom gets his way!
Well, with Gloom on his back, surely it's only a matter of time before Marston is tapping out... Can he escape the position?#SUB2#
Marston defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
Gloom throwing wild punches that miss their target.
Marston tries to escape the position. #SUB2#
Gloom is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Marston defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
Marston staying busy and making it hard for Gloom to control. #T4#
Gloom is not going to allow Marston to sit and survive in this position.
Gloom struggling to land strikes to the head as Marston covers up.
Marston rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gloom thows a huge punch but Marston dodges it nicely.
Gloom performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Gloom wants to lay and pray for a moment but Marston keeps working.
Marston is looking to control Gloom's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Marston avoid being mounted?
Marston manages to get to full guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Guido Gloom will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Gloom tries a head kick but it misses. #CL2#
Gloom closes the distance and clinches.
Marston tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Gloom is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Gloom misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Marston prevents a body shot from Gloom.
Gloom pressing his opponent against the cage.
Marston misses with the head strike.
Gloom goes for a takedown attempt but Marston pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gloom misses with a series of wild punches.
It looked like Marston was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Gloom.
Gloom throws a sloppy body shot
and Marston makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Gloom walks into a straight right hand from Marston.#T1#
Gloom misses with a straight left.
Marston throws a sloppy head kick and Gloom moves out of range easily.
Gloom is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Gloom scores with a jab to the body.
Gloom throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Marston's corner calls for a 1-2. Marston obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Gloom tries to close the distance and clinch but Marston swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Gloom just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromMarston.
Gloom wants to clinch
and Marston counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T2#
A looping hook to the body misses from Gloom. Marston does a little dance to reset his feet.
We've been told by Marston's head coaches at Kaptajnernes Trćningscenter that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Gloom throws a hook but Marston blocks it.
Marston tries a head kick but it misses.
Gloom pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Gloom moves out of range as Marston strikes.
Gloom has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Gloom there as he acknowledges the shot.
Jab by Gloom.
A head kick misses from Marston.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Marston pulls out of a head kick attempt. #T3#
Marston avoids the head kick by Gloom.
A telegraphed right hand from Marston misses the target.
Marston blocks a leg kick.
Marston half committed to a counter leg kick.
Gloom looks to land a left hand but Marston moved out of range nicely.
Gloom throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Gloom throws a lazy head kick
and Marston counters with a straight right hand.
Gloom throws a poor cross that misses
and Marston counters with a good low kick that Gloom was not able to check.
Gloom throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Marston missing with a left hand there. Gloom was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Gloom throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Lucas Marston is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Marston throws a head kick that misses. #T4#
Marston misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
A punch lands to the side of Gloom 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Marston goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Marston looks to land a left hand but Gloom moved out of range nicely.
Gloom feints the counter takedown.
Marston connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Gloom momentarily.
Gloom tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Marston manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Marston misses with a wild combination.
Marston throws a one two combo.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Lucas Marston dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Gloom uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Marston.
Marston misses with a body shot.
Gloom drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Marston defends it well.
Marston throws a shot from downtown. Gloom moves away and avoids it.
Gloom is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Marston lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Marston misses with a straight right.
Gloom looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Gloom just misses with a punch to the body. #TD2#
Gloom shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Marston napping and manages to drive through into side control!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marston tries to buck Gloom off but Gloom is having none of it.
Gloom tries to move to full mount but Marston actually manages to regain half guard.
Marston is looking to control Gloom's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Marston avoid being mounted?
Marston is controlling Gloom's trapped leg to prevent Gloom from advancing to side control.#T1#
Gloom thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Marston's head.
Marston tries to roll over but Gloom keeps him under control.
Gloom throwing shots but Marston is blocking nicely.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Gloom wants to lay and pray for a moment but Marston keeps working.
Gloom is looking to stall here but Marston recovers full guard.
Gloom trying to control but Marston is working from the bottom.
Marston wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Gloom postures up.
Gloom wants to pass the guard but Marston is keeping the position.
Marston seems keen to control Gloom's posture.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.#SUB#
Gloom looking to improve position, pressing down on Marston's thigh with his hand. Marston seems to be working to lock up a guilotine though... is Gloom paying attention? Apparently not! He's locked it up tight! Gloom's face has turned purple! Will he tap? Will he! YES! He's tapped! Marston picked his opening and made it count! Great finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:45 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Lucas Marston!
Jumping up and down and very excited, Lucas Marston waved his t-shirt featuring The Juice Haven's logo in front of the cameras.

 

Event: GAMMA#759 Kruger v Sissypants     
Date:   Feb 23, 2019
#R1#
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Ericsson is defended easily by Marston.
Marston loads up on a big right hand but Ericsson slips the punch.
Ericsson takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Ericsson misses with a takedown
and Marston counters with a nice uppercut.
Ericsson goes for a double leg but Marston avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Marston continues to drive forward.
Lucas Marston has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ludvig Ericsson.
Ericsson shoots in but no luck this time.
It looked like Marston wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marston waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Ericsson.
A big right from Marston misses.
Marston throws a right hand that misses
and Ericsson counters with an outside leg kick.
Marston cracks Ericsson with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.#T1#
Ericsson fails with the takedown.
Lucas Marston is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A jab lands there for Marston.
Good work by Ericsson as he checks the leg kick.
Ericsson takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Marston throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Ericsson shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Marston as he jumps to the side.
Marston misses with the combination.
Ericsson walks into a stiff left hand from Marston.#T2#
Marston throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Ericsson was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Good standup being displayed there by Marston as he connects with a hook.
Ericsson shoots in and drives through. Marston sprawls well.
It looks like Marston has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Ericsson tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Marston just misses with a punch to the body.
Ericsson uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Marston.#TD2#
Ericsson changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Marston looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Marston tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Ericsson wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Marston is working hard here to advance position.
Marston is trying to control Ericsson's posture but Ericsson avoids it. #T3#
An elbow from Ericsson crashes against the mat.
Ericsson has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Marston manages to work his way to half guard, despite Ericsson's best efforts.
Ericsson is just content to waste time from the top position. Marston takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Marston utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Marston 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.
Marston keeping moving, preventing Ericsson from controlling successfully.
Ericsson scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Ericsson postures up in Marston's guard and throws a big left but Marston blocks it.
Ericsson in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #T4#
Ericsson wants to control from the top but Marston keeps moving.
Marston keeping full guard, as Ericsson tries to pass.
Marston seems keen to control Ericsson's posture.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ericsson is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Marston preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Marston misses with a hook
and Ericsson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Ericsson misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Lucas Marston dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2##TD2#
Ericsson closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Marston to the mat! Marston manages to get full guard.
Marston looking to hit a scissor sweep but Ericsson is one step ahead there.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ericsson connects with a couple of short punches.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Ericsson's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Marston is pulling down on Ericsson's head to control his posture.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marston utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Ericsson wants to control from the top but Marston keeps moving.
Ludvig Ericsson has got the better of the ground game so far.#T1#
Ericsson landing with the ground and pound.
Ericsson is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Marston is adopting a defensive guard.
Ericsson trying to control the position from guard on top but Marston is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Marston has Ericsson pulled in close to control his posture. #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.
Ericsson trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Ericsson is working Marston over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Ericsson is working Marston over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Marston looking to control.
Marston has momentary wrist control but Ericsson slips an elbow through the middle.
Ericsson working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Marston's head.
Ericsson trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Ericsson wants to control from the top but Marston keeps moving.
Ericsson advances to half guard.
Ericsson missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #T3#
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Ericsson lands a nice short elbow.
Ericsson thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Marston's head.
Ericsson is stalling here. Marston is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Ericsson seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Marston has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
Ericsson tries to bench press Marston off him but Marston keeps the position.
Marston trying to control the action but Ericsson is working from the bottom.
Ericsson tries to control but Marston manages to take his back.
Ericsson is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Marston avoiding Ericsson 's attempts to control his hands. #T4#
Marston controlling from the back.
Ericsson is really stuck here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Marston missing with strikes from the back.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ludvig Ericsson showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Ericsson shoots in but no luck this time.
Marston swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Ericsson tries to score a power double leg takedown but Marston sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Ericsson somewhat.
A counter left hand to the body from Marston misses its target.
Ericsson avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Marston stuffs the takedown attempt from Ericsson. Ericsson gets slowly back to his feet.
Lucas Marston has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ludvig Ericsson.
Ericsson dives in for a single leg takedown but Marston sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ericsson doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Ericsson shoots for a takedown but Marston saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Marston closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Marston throws out a loose jab but Ericsson uses good head movement to avoid it. #T1#
Ericsson blocks a jab.
Ericsson has a takedown stuffed.
Marston with a nice cross.
Ericsson fails with a takedown attempt.
Ericsson fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Jab by Marston.#T2#
Marston misses with a hook. Ericsson ducked under it nicely.
Ericsson closes this distance looking for a takedown but Marston circles away.
Nice takedown defense from Marston. No joy for Ericsson on that attempt.
Marston is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Ericsson can do to turn this around?#TD2#
Ericsson gets a takedown into half guard.
Marston trying to hold on to Ericsson's head to control him but Ericsson postures up.
Marston is controlling Ericsson's trapped leg to prevent Ericsson from advancing to side control.
Ericsson landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. #T3#
Marston wants to control but Ericsson is keeping busy.
Marston keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Ericsson lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Ericsson sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Marston defending well though.
Marston trying to hold on to Ericsson's head to control him but Ericsson postures up.
Ericsson is looking to advance position but Marston won't allow it.
Marston is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Ericsson not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Ericsson sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Marston defending well though.
Marston wants to improve his position but Ericsson is controlling well.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Ericsson lands a nice short elbow.
Marston tries to get to full guard but Ericsson has control of the leg.
Marston trying to hold on to Ericsson's head to control him but Ericsson postures up.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Marston preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.

And that's the end of the fight!
Lucas Marston showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Marston 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 Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 29:28
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 29:28
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Lucas Marston!

Lucas Marston gave a mention to The Juice Haven in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).

 

Event: GAMMA#756 SissyPants v Curry     
Date:   Feb 02, 2019
#R1#
Marston ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Nicu, as that shot connected.
Nicu tries to score with a low kick but Marston moves his leg out of the way.
An attempted straight right counter from Marston misses the target.
Marston swings for the body but Nicu moves out of range.
Nicu avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Nicu doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Marston moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
A slapping leg kick lands for Nicu.
Nicu keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Marston.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nicu swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Marston walks into a straight right hand from Nicu.
Nicu blocks a head kick by Marston.
A looping hook to the body misses from Marston. Nicu does a little dance to reset his feet.#T1#
Marston lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Nicu throws a predictable looking body shot
and Marston counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Nicu lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Nicu looks to score with a jab to the body but Marston is just out of range.
Marston throws a leg kick that is checked
enabling Nicu to counter with a crisp jab.
Nicu throws a solid leg kick but Marston takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Nicu.
Nicu swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Marston tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Nicu was well out of range. Poor timing from Marston.
Marston slips a jab from Nicu.
Marston scores with a nice right hand.
Marston throws a hook but Nicu avoids it easily.
Marston misses with a hook. Nicu ducked under it nicely. #T2#
Nicu misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Marston connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Marston scores with a nice right hand.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nicu ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Nicu 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.
Iosue Nicu seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nicu misses with a body shot
and Marston counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Marston misses the shot to the body.
Nicu comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Nicu walks into a left hand. #CUT#
It looks like Iosue Nicu has been cut.
It looks like Marston has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Nice straight punches there by Nicu. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Nicu.
Nicu will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Marston was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Nicu lets loose with a powerful body kick. Marston will feel that in the morning.#T3#
Marston connects with a body shot that sends Nicu's belly button to the back.
Nicu misses with a kick to the body.
Marston swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Nicu throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Marston was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Nicu looks to throw a body kick
and Marston cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Nicu tries to work over Marston's front leg with a kick but Marston checks it.
Marston is looking to counter punch.
Marston walks into a jab.
Marston bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Nicu's head.
Marston throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Marston takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Marston connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Nicu's hands.
A telegraphed right hand from Marston misses the target.
Marston throws a series of punches but Nicu avoids them all with ease. #T4#
Nicu throws a body shot but no joy.
Marston thinks about countering with a body kick.
Nicu's corner calls for a 1-2. Nicu obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back 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!
Marston misses with a head kick.
Nicu ducks under a wild hook from Marston.
Marston walks into a stiff left hand from Nicu.
Marston looks to land a combination. Nicu sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Nicu throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
It looked like Marston wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Marston fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Nicu only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Marston moves out of range of the body kick from Nicu.
Nicu lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Nicu misses with a looping left.
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 Lucas Marston will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Iosue Nicu's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Marston takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Marston connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Marston jabs at Nicu's body.
Marston checks a leg kick.
Marston was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
A clash of legs there as Marston blocks the low kick.
Nicu has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Nicu throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Marston counters with a stiff right hand.
Marston tries to bum rush Nicu with a series of wild strikes but Nicu uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Nicu keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marston works Nicu's body with a nice hook.
Marston keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Nicu lands with a right hand. #T1#
Marston lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Nicu at a distance.
Marston misses with a straight right.
Nicu uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Marston.
Marston throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Marston moves out of range of the body kick from Nicu.
It looked like Marston wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Marston's jab looks to have found its range, popping Nicu under the eye.
Marston takes a swing at Nicu's ribcage but misses.
The crowd cheers as Marston lands an impressive looking overhand right. Nicu doesn't seem phased though.
Nicu connects with an inside leg kick.
Nicu lands a nice shot to the body.
Marston's jab looks to have found its range, popping Nicu under the eye.#ROC#
Nicu is rocked!#CUT#
That has opened up Iosue Nicu's cut even more.#T2#
Nicu connects with a looping right hand.
Nicu delivers a nice body kick.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Marston takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Nicu with a hook.
Lucas Marston is winning the standup battle so far.
Nicu slips under a jab.
Marston takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Nicu pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Nicu displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Marston throws out the jab.
Nicu looks to throw the jab but Marston is out of range.
Nicu takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Nicu slips a jab and a cross from Marston. #T3#
Nicu looking to land some kicks to the body here.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Nicu.
Marston checks a leg kick.
Marston was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Nicu throws a half hearted mid kick.
Nicu throws a head kick that misses.
Marston was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
A jab from Nicu finds it's way through Marston's defenses.
Marston misses with a two punch combination.
Nicu throws out a counter right but Marston avoids it with no problem.
Marston dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Nice cross by Marston.
Marston blocks the body kick. #T4#
Marston is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Nicu.
Nicu throws a nice inside leg kick.
An inside leg kick from Nicu misses.
Nicu lands a slapping body shot.
Nicu lands a slapping body shot.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Marston uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Nicu.
Marston misses with a few strikes there.
Nicu lands with a straight right. Marston didn't see that one coming.
Nice body punch from Nicu.
Marston takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Nicu scores with a nice body kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Iosue Nicu showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Iosue Nicu's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Nicu throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Nicu lands with a kick to the temple. Marston shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Nicu just misses with a punch to the body.
A lazy body kick from Nicu
and Marston cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Nicu connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Nicu keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Marston.
Nicu cracks Marston with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marston rushes in with a sloppy looking punch #KD2#
and Nicu counters with a nice right hand that sends Marston toppling to the canvas! Marston scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Nicu finish him?!#ROC2#
Marston is rocked!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Marston scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Oh Marston is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Marston has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Nicu.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Marston crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Nicu - the referee stops the clock and Marston gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Nicu. Marston manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Marston seems to have got his legs back now.#T1#
Marston on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Marston throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Nicu steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Marston.#KD2#
Nicu lands a big head kick that sends Marston tumbling to the mat! Nicu takes a step backwards and waves Marston back to his feet - he wants the finish!
Nicu has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Nicu throws a push kick but Marston slaps the foot to one side.
Marston looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Marston drops his hands momentarily and Nicu takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Nicu drops Marston with a huge uppercut! Marston drops to the floor like a sack of potatoes. Nicu is raining down punches and the ref stops the fight! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:43 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Iosue Nicu!
Iosue Nicu thanked the fans post fight for their support.

 

Event: GAMMA#752 SissyPants v Kruger     
Date:   Jan 12, 2019
#R1#
A slapping body kick lands there for Andersson.
Crunch! Andersson slams his shin into Marston's torso.
Andersson dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Marston. That did some damage!
Marston looks to score with a jab to the body but Andersson is just out of range.
Marston takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Andersson scores with a leg kick.
Marston throws a lazy uppercut
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Andersson shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
A solid leg kick lands there for Andersson.
Marston takes a swing at Andersson's ribcage but misses.
A slow jab from Marston misses its intended target.
A chopping leg kick lands by Andersson.
Marston misses with a body shot
letting Andersson counter with a right hand. #T1#
Andersson lands a lovely overhand right.
Marston slips a straight right by Andersson.
Marston rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
letting Andersson counter with a right hand.
Andersson on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Andersson pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Andersson looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
A cross from Marston lands.
Andersson throws a half hearted mid kick.
Andersson misses the shot to the body.
Marston throws an overhand right that lands on Andersson's shoulder, as Andersson tries to avoid the shot. #T2#
Marston throws an off balance right hand
and Andersson counters with an inside leg kick.
Andersson's corner calls for a 1-2. Andersson obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Andersson misses with an attempted mid kick.
Andersson lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.#KD2#
Andersson lands a big right hand that sends Marston crashing to the mat! Andersson stays standing though and waves Marston back to his feet!#CUT2#
It looks like Lucas Marston has been cut.
A leg kick checked by Marston.
Andersson feints and then cracks Marston's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Marston down.
Andersson misses with a hook.
Marston throws a hook to the side of Andersson's head but Andersson sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Andersson misses with a wild combination. #T3#
Andersson takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Andersson misses with a kick to the body.
Marston rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Andersson moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Andersson throws out a counter right but Marston avoids it with no problem.
A head kick misses from Marston.
Andersson let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Marston lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Andersson lands a high kick!
A low kick from Andersson is predictable there
and Marston counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Marston lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Andersson blocks a head kick by Marston. #T4#
Andersson tries to score with a low kick but Marston moves his leg out of the way.
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!
Marston has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Andersson.
Andersson misses with a looping right.
Andersson throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Marston sees it coming and avoids it easily.#CL2#
Andersson pushes Marston up against the cage in a clinch.
Marston wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Andersson has him pressed against the cage.
Marston swings wildly with an uppercut but Andersson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Marston wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Marston tries a body shot but Andersson blocks it. #BC2#
Andersson's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Andersson throws a leg kick that is checked
and Marston counters with a straight right hand.
Andersson throws the kick towards the body but Marston avoids it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Benny Andersson dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Lucas Marston's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
A low kick from Andersson is predictable there
and Marston counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Andersson cracks the inside of Marston's front leg.
Marston misses with a hook. Andersson ducked under it nicely.
Marston is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Andersson scores with a shot to the body.
Marston looks to score with a jab to the body but Andersson is just out of range.
Andersson appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Andersson will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Andersson rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Marston counters with a stiff right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Andersson bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Marston's head backwards.
Marston works Andersson's body with a nice hook.
Andersson takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.#T1#
Andersson swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Marston lands a lovely overhand right.
Andersson swings widly with a right hand
and Marston counters with a nice uppercut.
Marston keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A good leg kick by Marston.
A slapping leg kick lands for Andersson.
Marston takes one to the side of the head.
Andersson misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Andersson throws a right hand that misses
letting Marston counter with a right hand.
Andersson throws a leg kick
and Marston counters with a straight right hand.
Benny Andersson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T2#
A low kick from Marston misses
and Andersson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Marston blocks a low kick nicely.
A little feinted left hand from Marston on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Andersson throws a sloppy body shot
and Marston makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Marston looks to land a left hand but Andersson moved out of range nicely.
Andersson throws a sloppy head kick
and Andersson takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Andersson scoring well with a low kick there.
Marston takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Andersson throws a solid leg kick but Marston takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Andersson.
Marston connects with a body shot that sends Andersson's belly button to the back.
Andersson uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Marston.#T3#
Andersson misses with a looping right.
Marston listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Marston throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Marston loads up on a big right hand but Andersson slips the punch.
Good standup being displayed there by Andersson as he connects with a hook.
Marston throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Marston jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Andersson stuns Marston with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Marston. Andersson does a little dance to reset his feet.
Andersson tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Marston is able to avoid easily.#T4#
Andersson sizes up Marston with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Marston throws a body shot but no joy.
A countering left hand to the body from Andersson misses.
Andersson feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Marston's calf.
Marston tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Marston lands a body shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Marston throws out a loose jab but Andersson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Andersson staying out of range there.
Marston swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Andersson lands a really nice looking cross but Marston seems unphased.
Marston's legs have taken a beating and he's really slowing down as a result.
Marston lands a jab.
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 Lucas Marston will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Lucas Marston's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Andersson throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Andersson cracks a nice hook into Marston's ribs.
Marston takes a shot right to the bread basket.
We've been told by Marston's head coaches at Kaptajnernes Trćningscenter that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
A big left from Marston misses.
Andersson tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Andersson scores with a nice strike.
Andersson fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Marston looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marston uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Andersson.
Andersson dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Andersson. #T1#
Good leg kick by Andersson there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Andersson ducks under a wild hook from Marston.
Marston swats away the attempt to clinch by Andersson.
Andersson throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Andersson lands with a hook. Marston tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Marston takes a swing at Andersson's ribcage but misses.
Marston throws a jab but it's blocked by Andersson.
Andersson digs a good hook to Marston's body.
Andersson lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.#T2#
Marston misses with a double jab
and Andersson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Andersson lands with a thumping leg kick.
Andersson scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Marston doesn't seem bothered though.
Andersson tried to score with a low kick but Marston checks it.
Andersson throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Andersson jabs at Marston's body.
A swing and a miss from Andersson.
A quick step to the side and Marston tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Andersson misses with a wild body shot. #CL2#
Andersson closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #T3#
A nice left hand lands by Andersson.
Andersson working aggressively here.
Andersson taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Marston blocking some punches. #BC2#
Andersson's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Marston uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Andersson.
Marston swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Marston throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Andersson counters with an outside leg kick.
Marston misses with a leg kick
and Andersson counters with a nice uppercut.
Marston ducks under a wild hook from Andersson.
Marston lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Marston misses with a looping right.
Marston throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #T4#
Marston gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Marston walks into a jab.
Marston rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Andersson moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Andersson throws a good cross that connects. #ROC2#
Marston is rocked!
Andersson tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Oh Marston is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Andersson lands with a thumping leg kick.
Marston seems to have got his legs back now.
A head kick misses from Marston.
Andersson displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Marston throws out the jab.

And that's the end of the fight!
Benny Andersson comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Andersson 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 Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 28:29
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 28:29
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Benny Andersson!

 

Event: GAMMA#747 Imbula v Shin     
Date:   Dec 15, 2018
#R1#
Marston misses the shot to the body.
Gloom appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
A nice inside leg kick there by Marston. That's going to slow Gloom down.
A decent looking cross lands there for Gloom.
Marston just misses with a punch to the body.
Marston looks to land a combination but Gloom avoids it well.
An inside leg kick lands from Gloom.
Marston throws a sloppy head kick and Gloom moves out of range easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gloom throws out a loose jab but Marston uses good head movement to avoid it.
Marston throws out a counter right but Gloom avoids it with no problem.
Gloom shoots in but Marston avoids the takedown attempt easily.#T1#
Marston throws out a loose jab but Gloom uses good head movement to avoid it.
Gloom attempts a counter takedown but Marston avoids it well and moves away.
Gloom lands a nice leg kick that just misses Marston's sensitive parts.
Marston swings for the body but Gloom moves out of range.
Marston connects with a jab.
Marston on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Marston scores with a jab to the body.
Gloom cracks the inside of Marston's front leg.
Gloom walks into a left hand. #T2#
Marston feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Glooms jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Gloom misses with a jab to the body
and Marston cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Gloom closes the distance and clinches up with Marston, looking for a takedown. Gloom pushes Marston against the cage but Marston circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Marston tests Gloom's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Gloom looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Marston misses with a head kick.
Decent striking displayed by Marston there.#ROC2#
Gloom is rocked!
Gloom shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Oh Gloom is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#CL#
Gloom closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Gloom seems to have got his legs back now.
Marston is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Marston working aggressively here. #T3##BC2#
Marston's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Gloom takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Gloom on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Marston throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Gloom moves out of range as Marston strikes.
Gloom feinted with a counter takedown.
Marston chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Marston stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Gloom fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Marston lands with a right hand. #T4#
Marston throws a body shot but no joy.
Gloom drops down looking for a counter takedown but Marston sprawls and moves away.
Marston misses with a double jab #TD#
and Gloom counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Marston trying to keep a closed guard but Gloom is proving a slippery customer.
Gloom trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Gloom controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Marston not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Gloom trying to control the position from guard on top but Marston is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Gloom cracks Marston with a solid left hand.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Lucas Marston dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Gloom takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Marston throws a hook to the side of Gloom's head but Gloom sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Gloom tries to counter with a takedown but Marston is quick to defend against it.
Marston throws out a powerful jab.
Marston checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Marston has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Gloom tries to clinch but Marston moves out of range.
Marston throws a head kick but Gloom moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gloom lands the left hand.
Gloom looks to score with a jab to the body but Marston is just out of range.
Marston throws a body punch but Gloom moves out of range. #T1#
A slow jab from Marston misses its intended target.
Lucas Marston is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Marston slips under a jab.
Marston misses with an uppercut.
Gloom is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Marston.
Marston loads up on a big right hand but Gloom slips the punch.
Gloom throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Marston counters with a nice uppercut.
Gloom uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Marston.
Gloom appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Marston throws a body shot but no joy.
Gloom attempts a counter takedown but Marston avoids it well and moves away.#T2#
Marston connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Gloom's hands.
Marston checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
A looping hook to the body misses from Marston. Gloom does a little dance to reset his feet.
Marston misses with an uppercut #TD#
and Gloom counters with a single leg into guard. Marston didn't expect that.
Gloom throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Marston bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Gloom's guard. #REVB#
This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB#
Gloom had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Marston defends it easily.#SUB#
Gloom is looking for a triangle but Marston pushes his legs off easily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gloom tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T3#
Marston stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Gloom swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Marston avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Marston content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Gloom wants to improve his position but instead Marston has moved into half guard.
Marston is looking to take a break and control but Gloom is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Gloom wants to control but Marston is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB#
Gloom looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#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.
Marston is controlling the pace.
Gloom tries to get to full guard but Marston has control of the leg.
Gloom is working hard here to advance position.
Gloom slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Marston throwing strikes from guard but Gloom blocks nicely.
Marston looking to pass the guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Lucas Marston showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Gloom moves out of range of the strikes.
A slapping leg kick lands for Gloom.
Gloom looks to land a left hand but Marston moved out of range nicely.
Marston misses with a looping right.
Gloom attempts a counter takedown but Marston avoids it well and moves away.
Marston's coach down at Double XX was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Marston's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Marston misses with a right hand #TD#
and Gloom counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. #ES2#
Marston wriggles free and stands up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Gloom.
Marston throws a shot to the body. #T1#
Gloom uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Marston.
Gloom steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Marston.
Gloom lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Gloom.
Gloom blocks a head kick by Marston.
Lucas Marston seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Gloom moves forwards but Marston connects with a nice, crisp jab.
The fight stays on the outside here - Gloom looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Marston swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T2#
Marston throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Nice defenses there by Gloom.
Gloom wants to land a leg kick but Marston is out of range.
Marston thows a left - swing and a miss!
Gloom with a poor takedown
and Marston counters with a straight right hand.
Marston jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Marston cracks Gloom with a right hand to the side of the head.
Gloom dives in for a single leg takedown but Marston sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Guido Gloom. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T3#
Marston tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Gloom was well out of range. Poor timing from Marston.
Marston changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
A jab from Marston misses.
Gloom attempts a counter takedown but Marston avoids it well and moves away.
Gloom waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Marston.
Gloom moves away from the strike by Marston.
Gloom closes the distance but Marston moves to the side
and Marston counters with a left to the body.
A slow jab from Marston misses its intended target.
Guido Gloom has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
Gloom defending well as Marston loads up on a big left hand.
Gloom with a jab.
Marston swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A looping hook to the body misses from Marston. Gloom does a little dance to reset his feet.
Gloom throws a lazy head kick
and Marston counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Gloom looks for the body kick but Marston saw that one coming.
Marston throws a right hand that misses #TD#
and Gloom counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Gloom throws a strike but Marston avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
Lucas Marston is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Gloom throws a big elbow that misses.

And that's the end of the fight!
Lucas Marston comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Marston 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 Frank Antenori scores the fight 27:30
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Lucas Marston!

An out of breath and clearly excited Lucas Marston thanked The Juice Haven for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).

 

Event: GAMMA#742 Heimendahl v Vee     
Date:   Nov 10, 2018
#R1#
Dassler gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Marston counters with a low kick, right behind Dassler 's knee.
Marston rushes in with a sloppy looking punch #TD#
and Dassler counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Marston working a defensive guard here.
Dassler looking to pass the guard.
Dassler is working hard here to advance position.
Marston seems keen to control Dassler's posture.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marston avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Marston is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Dassler working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #T1##SUB#
Dassler drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Marston dives on top into guard.#REVB#
Marston pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Dassler is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Dassler working for a triangle but Marston defends it easily. #SUB#
Dassler looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #SUB#
Dassler is looking for a triangle but Marston pushes his legs off easily. #SUB#
Dassler is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Marston defends well.#SUB#
Dassler is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Dassler throws some sloppy strikes off his back. #T2##SUB#
Dassler looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Marston passes into side control.
Marston is looking to take a break and control but Dassler is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Dassler is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Marston off and has taken his back!
Marston breaks Dassler's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Marston sitting in guard here, content to control. #SUB#
Dassler is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB#
Marston avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #T3##SUB#
Dassler has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Marston can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Dassler seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Dassler trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage.
Dassler has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.#SUB#
Dassler is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB#
Dassler looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Marston passes into half guard. #SUB#
Dassler is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Marston pulls his head out easily.
Marston not doing much here. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB#
Marston moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Dassler.
Dassler tries to bench press Marston off him but Marston keeps the position.
Dassler is not content to let Marston control the position.
Dassler tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Marston wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Dassler throws an elbow to the body but it doesn't land.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dassler is looking to reverse the position.
Dassler gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Marston seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Dassler is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Marston's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Marston's back!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Rudi Dassler will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Donk. Marston catches Dassler right on the button with a cross.
Marston misses the jab.
Marston tries to bum rush Dassler with a series of wild strikes but Dassler uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Dassler appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Marston throws a lazy right hand but Dassler sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Marston misses with a double jab #TD#
and Dassler counters with a nice double leg into side control. Marston won't be happy with that. #SUB#
Dassler is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Marston knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Dassler tries for a kimura but Marston is defending well.
Dassler in side control, throwing shots but Marston defends. #T1#
Marston tries to control but Dassler manages to take his back.
Dassler somehow managing to miss with a strike from the back.
You can see the frustration on Marston's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later. #SUB#
Dassler is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts. #SUB#
Dassler looking for the RNC. #SUB#
Marston fending off the submission attempt from Dassler.
Dassler is not going to allow Marston to sit and survive in this position.
I really don't envy Marston right now. #T2##SUB#
Dassler is working hard for the rear naked choke here. #SUB#
Dassler is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Marston is defending well though. Dassler let's go of the attempt for now.
Marston is trying to break free. #SUB#
Dassler working for a choke but Marston reverses nicely into Dassler 's guard. #SUB#
Dassler looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Dassler 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#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Marston moves into full guard. #T3#
Marston has control of Dassler's left arm, preventing Dassler from doing any damage. #SUB#
Dassler drops back, looking for a kneebar! Marston looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Marston looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Marston! #REVB#
Dassler manages to work his way to half guard, despite Marston's best efforts.
Dassler tries to get to full guard but Marston has control of the leg. #SUB#
Dassler actively working from the bottom here.
Dassler missing with punches from the bottom.
Marston not landing any meaningful shots this time. #T4#
Dassler is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Marston frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Marston controlling from the full mount.
Dassler gets back to half guard.
Marston not doing much here.
Dassler is striking from the bottom but he's now found himself mounted! Oh dear - not enough focus on defense there.
Marston lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
Dassler is desperately trying to get back to 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 Rudi Dassler will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Marston misses with a straight left.
Dassler shoots in for a takedown but Marston shows good takedown defense.
Marston throws a counter combo.
Marston throws a shot to the body.
A telegraphed right hand from Marston misses the target.
Dassler feinted with a counter takedown.
Marston is looking to land body kicks.
Dassler shoots in but no luck this time.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marston works the jab nicely.
Marston dips to his left and cracks Dassler with an uppercut!#CUT2#
It looks like Rudi Dassler has been cut.
Dassler shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Dassler takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #ROC2#
Dassler is rocked!
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rudi Dassler. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Marston falls off balance throwing a combination #TD#
and Dassler counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Marston blocking the ground and pound attempt from Dassler.
Dassler looks to land a strike but Marston avoids it nicely and regains full guard.
Marston has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Marston lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Marston must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Dassler looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Marston passes into half guard.
Dassler manages to get to full guard. #T2#
Marston seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Dassler will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Marston throws a big elbow that misses. #SUB#
Dassler isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Marston stacks Dassler on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Marston!
Dassler is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Marston is one step ahead and moves to full mount!
Dassler keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Marston controlling the position easily from mount.
Lucas Marston has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Dassler is in all sorts of trouble here.
Marston can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Dassler is looking to escape.
Dassler keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Marston throwing sloppy strikes here. Perhaps if he tightened up his striking from such a dominant position, he'd be able to finish easier.
Dassler throwing hammer fists to the chest of Marston. What's that going to do exactly?
Dassler regains half guard.
Marston is trying to control. Dassler wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB#
Dassler looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and Marston pushes past his half guard into mount! #T4#
Dassler can't escape the position.
Dassler is squirming around, avoiding Marston's attempts to control the action.
Dassler slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Marston slows the pace down in half guard. #SUB#
Dassler actively working from the bottom here.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#SUB2#
Marston is looking for a kimura but Dassler is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Marston to get the leverage.
Marston seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Dassler does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dassler wants to get back to full guard.
Marston takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Marston throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Rudi Dassler is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#SUB2#
Dassler is defending against the submission attempts here by Marston.

And that's the end of the fight!
Lucas Marston comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Dassler 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 Frank Antenori scores the fight 29:28
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 29:28
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Rudi Dassler!

Jumping up and down and very excited, Rudi Dassler waved his t-shirt featuring Urban Fighter's logo in front of the cameras.

 

Event: GAMMA#738 Simmons v Heimendahl     
Date:   Oct 20, 2018
#R1##TD#
Man dives in and scores a takedown into Marston's guard.
Man throwing strikes but missing.
Man working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Man throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Marston is on top in guard. #REVB##SUB#
Marston got a little sloppy there for a moment and Man has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Marston has managed to get both his arms back between Man's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Man throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Man 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.
Man doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marston controls from within his opponent's guard. #SUB#
Man is looking for a triangle but Marston pushes his legs off easily. #T1##SUB#
Man escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Marston gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Man is looking for a triangle but Marston pushes his legs off easily.
Marston wants to control from the top but Man keeps moving.
Marston throwing strikes from guard but Man blocks nicely.
Marston must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Marston's corner is telling him to maintain position.#SUB#
Man is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB#
Man is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Marston trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.#SUB#
Marston got a little sloppy there for a moment and Man has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Marston has managed to get both his arms back between Man's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Man looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Marston accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #SUB#
Man looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Marston trying to control but Man is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Man looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Marston passes into side control.
Man tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Marston wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T3#
Marston trying to control the action but Man is working from the bottom.
Man tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Marston presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount!
Man regains half guard.
Marston is trying to control the action in half guard but Man is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Marston takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#SUB#
Man is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Marston pulls his head out easily.
Man tries to get to full guard but Marston has control of the leg.
Marston controlling the action here.
Man wants to improve his position but Marston is controlling well. #T4#
Man wants to control but Marston is keeping busy.
Man is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Marston is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Man manages to get to full guard.
Marston controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Man throws his legs up looking for a submission but Marston uses it to pass to side control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Skeng Man dominated that round.
That's time! Man's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Marston connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Marston will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air. #CL#
Man gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Marston scores with an uppercut up the middle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC2#
Marston breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Horrible takedown attempt by Man or perhaps it was just good defense by Marston, which made it look bad.
Man slips under a jab from Marston.
Man changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.#T1#
Marston lands a nice shot to the body.
Marston ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Man moves away.
Man avoids a kick to the body.
Marston misses with a right hand
and Man counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CL#
Man moves into range and clinches up with Marston.#BC2#
Marston's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Man takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Marston lands a nice hook to Man's body. Man takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Marston lands a jab to the head.
Man shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Marston sprawls well. Marston wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Man gets slowly back to his feet.#T2##CL#
Man gets a clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Marston. #BC2#
Marston breaks the clinch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Man takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Man fails in his attempt to clinch.
Marston throws a lazy right hand but Man sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#T3##TD#
Man closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Marston's guard.
Marston working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Man.
Marston keeping full guard, as Man tries to pass.
Man will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Marston working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Man.
Marston avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Man throwing strikes from guard but Marston blocks nicely.
Marston is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Marston keeping full guard, as Man tries to pass.
Marston controlling the position.
Man working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Marston's head.
Man throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Marston works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #T4#
Man stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Marston swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Marston is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Man throws a strike but Marston rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB##SUB#
Man is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Marston defends well.#SUB#
Man throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Marston escapes and throws Man's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Marston wants to lay and pray for a moment but Man keeps working.
Skeng Man overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Man is looking to reverse the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Lucas Marston showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Marston throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Man throws a looping overhand right but Marston ducks down to avoid it.
A countering left hand to the body from Marston misses.
Man has his takedown stuffed
letting Marston counter with a right hand.
Man tries to clinch but Marston is having none of it.
Man jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Man fails with the takedown
and Marston counters with a one-two to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Man misses with a takedown attempt
and Marston counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Skeng Man. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Man closes the distance but Marston moves to the side
and Marston counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T1#
Man ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Marston moves away.
Man shoots and misses
and Marston counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Marston swinging wildly here.
Marston misses with a double jab.
Marston is looking to slow Man down with leg kicks.
Marston is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Man.
Man will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Marston swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Lucas Marston is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#T2#
Man shoots in for a takedown but Marston shows good takedown defense.
Marston let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Marston rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Man moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Man is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Marston.
Marston scores with a leg kick.
Marston changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Marston loads up on a big right hand but Man slips the punch.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Marston, as that shot connected.
Man fails with the takedown
and Marston counters with a lovely straight right hand!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Marston misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Lucas Marston is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T3#
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Man is defended easily by Marston.
Marston misses the jab.
Man shoots in for a takedown but Marston shows good takedown defense.
Marston scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Marston feints a jab promting Man to slip. Marston then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Man slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.#ROC2#
Man is rocked!
Marston thows a left - swing and a miss!
Marston scores with a hook.
Oh Man is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#T4#
Man shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Man fails to land the takedown.
Marston circles and sees the opportunity to plant his feet and throw a really nice straight left hand that drops Man to the canvas! Man doesn't know where he is but he's trying to survive - Marston keeps piling on the pressure and forces the referee to step in! This one is aaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:24 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Lucas Marston!
After the big win, Lucas Marston made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors The Juice Haven and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.

 

Event: GC 242     
Date:   Sep 15, 2018
#R1#
Ragnarsson misses with a few strikes there.
Ragnarsson on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Marston. Marston obviously looking to wear him down.
Ragnarsson misses with an uppercut.
Ragnarsson misses with a body shot.
Marston ducks under a wild hook from Ragnarsson.
A head kick misses from Ragnarsson.
Marston misses with a double jab.
Ragnarsson throws a sloppy body shot
and Marston makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Ragnarsson throws a leg kick but Marston moved away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marston will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Ragnarsson looks to throw the jab but Marston is out of range.
Ragnarsson misses with a kick to the body. #T1#
Ragnarsson throws a hook to the side of Marston's head but Marston sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Marston buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Ragnarsson throws a leg kick
and Marston counters with a nice uppercut.
Marston scores with a hook to the body. Ragnarsson takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Ragnarsson misses with a hook
and Marston counters with a nice body shot.
Marston has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Ragnarsson is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Ragnarsson takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Ragnarsson throws a body kick that misses
and Marston counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CUT2#
It looks like Bjorn Ragnarsson has been cut.
Marston misses with a head kick.
Marston uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Ragnarsson.
Marston throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
A low kick from Ragnarsson misses
and Marston counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Ragnarsson looks to land a combination but Marston avoids it well. #T2#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Ragnarsson misses with a double jab
and Marston counters with a stiff right hand.
Good exchange - Ragnarsson coming out on top.#CUT#
It looks like Lucas Marston has been cut.
Marston lands with a nice body kick.
Marston lands with a good body shot.
Nice defenses there by Marston.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Ragnarsson.
Marston scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Ragnarsson swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Marston counters with a head kick. That will keep Ragnarsson thinking before he tries any more sloppy attacks!
Ragnarsson thows a leg kick but Marston checks it
and Marston counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Marston throws a series of punches but Ragnarsson avoids them all with ease.
A nice inside leg kick there by Marston. That's going to slow Ragnarsson down. #T3#
Ragnarsson fails to land with a series of punches.
Marston lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Ragnarsson backs up against the cage.
Ragnarsson tries a low kick but Marston avoids it.
Ragnarsson takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
A chopping leg kick lands by Marston.
Marston dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Ragnarsson. That did some damage!
Marston misses with an uppercut. Ragnarsson saw that one coming.
Ragnarsson misses with a right hand
and Marston counters with a slapping leg kick.
Ragnarsson throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Marston misses with an uppercut
and Ragnarsson makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Marston works Ragnarsson's body with a nice hook.#T4#
Ragnarsson misses with a hook. Marston ducked under it nicely.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Left hook, right uppercut from Marston.
Marston digs a good body shot into Ragnarsson's ribs.
Ragnarsson throws a right and a left that Marston avoids nicely.
Ragnarsson avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Marston lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Ragnarsson scores with a decent looking hook.
Marston lands a nice shot to the body.
Marston lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Marston scores with a jab to the body.
Ragnarsson swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Marston blocks the body kick.
Marston flicks out a counter leg kick but Ragnarsson steps away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Lucas Marston dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Marston's corner calls for a 1-2. Marston obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Marston misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ragnarsson.
It looked like Ragnarsson was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Marston uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Ragnarsson.
Marston scores with a head kick. #CUT2#
Bjorn Ragnarsson's cut is getting worse.
Ragnarsson misses with a right hand
and Marston counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Marston ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Marston lands a nice leg kick that just misses Ragnarsson's sensitive parts.
Ragnarsson throws the kick towards the body but Marston avoids it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marston thumps Ragnarsson with a low kick.
Marston checks a low kick from Ragnarsson.
Ragnarsson throws a chopping leg kick but Marston manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Marston lands a nice looking body shot. #T1#
A big left from Marston misses.
Marston checks a leg kick.
Marston lands a nice hook to Ragnarsson's body. Ragnarsson takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Marston throws a combination that misses
enabling Ragnarsson to counter with a crisp jab.
Marston throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Lucas Marston seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Ragnarsson finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Marston throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Marston fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Ragnarsson gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Ragnarsson looks to land a right hand but Marston moved out of range.
Ragnarsson misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Marston lands a right hook to the body. #T2#
A solid leg kick lands there for Marston.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Marston jabs at Ragnarsson's body.
Marston misses with a head kick.
Ragnarsson turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Marston looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Ragnarsson misses with a leg kick
and Marston counters with a nice low kick that buckles Ragnarsson's knee momentarily.
Ragnarsson has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Marston.
Marston scores with a leg kick.
That kick from Marston tenderised Ragnarsson's leg. Ragnarsson is trying to keep his angry face on.
Marston is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Ragnarsson rather than just go for the knockout.
Marston lands with a good body shot.
The fighters circle momentarily. Marston darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.#T3#
A shot to the liver by Marston. Beautiful body shot.
Ragnarsson thows a leg kick but Marston checks it
and Marston counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#CUT2#
Bjorn Ragnarsson's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
A low kick from Ragnarsson is predictable there
and Marston counters with a stiff right hand.
Ragnarsson swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Ragnarsson misses with a body punch
and Marston counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Marston throws a quick inside leg kick.
Ragnarsson misses with a leg kick
and Marston counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #KD2#
Marston drops Ragnarsson with a beautiful combination! Ragnarsson stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Marston is looking for the KO!
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!
Marston connects with a jab, followed by a picture perfect straight right that sends Ragnarsson to the canvas, out cold! What a finish by Marston!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:51 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Lucas Marston!
Lucas Marston is the new super heavyweight champion!
Lucas Marston took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, MayheM sportswear for their support in the buildup to the fight.

 

Event: GC 235     
Date:   Aug 22, 2018
#R1#
A shot to the liver by Marston. Beautiful body shot.
Spike lands with an uppercut that bounces Marston off the cage and back into range.
Nice shot lands for Marston.
Spike throws a leg kick
and Marston counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Spike displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Marston throws out the jab.
Spike throws a leg kick but Marston sees it coming and moves out of range.
Spike moves into range and connects with a jab.
A looping hook to the body misses from Spike. Marston does a little dance to reset his feet.
Spike looks for the body kick but Marston saw that one coming.
Marston throws out a counter right but Spike avoids it with no problem.
Spike throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Marston attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
A left and a right from Marston both land. Nice combination.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Marston lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Spike throws a sloppy body shot
and Marston counters with a thumping low kick. #T1#
Spike walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Spike ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Marston moves away.
Marston lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Marston fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
A slow jab from Marston misses its intended target.
Marston throws a sloppy head kick and Spike moves out of range easily.
Spike goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Marston throws a combination that misses
and Spike connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Spike lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Spike tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Marston doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.#CL#
Marston tries to keep at a distance but Spike has taken the fight into the clinch.#T2##BC2#
Marston breaks the clinch.
Spike scores with a hook to the body. Marston takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Spike throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Marston has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.
Marston lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Spike misses with a looping left.
Spike moves forwards but Marston connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Marston loads up on a big right hand but Spike slips the punch.
Spike is looking for a counter combo.
Spike throws a body punch but Marston moves out of range.
Marston with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Marston connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Marston looks to land a left hand but Spike moved out of range nicely.#T3#
Spike uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Marston.
Spike throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Marston counters with an outside leg kick. #CL#
Spike moves into the clinch.#BC#
Spike's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Spike falls off balance throwing a combination
and Marston cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Marston defending well as Spike loads up on a big left hand.
Marston slips a jab from Spike.
Marston looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Spike slips a jab from Marston.
Spike swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Spike takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Spike takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Marston checks the leg kick.
Marston swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T4#
Marston misses with a low kick.
Marston on the wrong end of a nice hook.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Spike tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Marston manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Marston swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
A big left from Spike misses.
Marston slips under a jab.
Marston looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Spike's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Marston connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Spike scrambles back to his feet.
Marston thumps Spike with a low kick.
A jab from Marston misses.
Spike swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Marston takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Spike pulls out of a head kick attempt.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Lucas Marston dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Marston will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Spike misses with a body shot.
Spike swings widly with a right hand
and Marston counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Marston misses with a two punch combination.
Marston misses with an uppercut. Spike saw that one coming.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Marston, as that shot connected.
Spike misses with a low kick as Marston jumps back.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marston keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Spike.
Spike moves away from the strike by Marston.
Spike was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Spike ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
We've been told by Spike's head coaches at Heavy Metal that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Marston bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Spike's head backwards.#T1#
Marston pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Spike wants to clinch up but Marston keeps it at a distance.
Marston scores with the left hand. Spike knows he should have avoided that one.
Spike throws a lazy right hand but Marston sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Spike lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Marston fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Spike misses with a lunging right hand
and Marston counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Marston misses with a hook
enabling Spike to counter with a crisp jab.
Spike ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Spike throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Marston lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Spike circles away quickly and effectively.#T2#
Spike lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Spike cracks a nice hook into Marston's ribs.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#CL#
Spike closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Spike misses with a hook to the ribs.
Marston misses with a punch on the inside.
Spike lands a hook to the side of the head.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Spike lands a left hand that snaps the head of Marston backwards.
Marston is looking to break free of the clinch but Spike has double underhooks.
Spike tries a body shot but Marston blocks it.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Spike.
Marston lands with a light punch inside.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Spike creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Spike goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Spike misses with a punch to the body. #T3#
Spike misses with a short punch on the inside.
Marston lands a body punch in the clinch. #BC2#
Marston breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Spike throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
The fighters circling - Marston throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Marston moves out of range of the body kick from Spike.
Spike takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Spike misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Marston counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Spike swings widly with a right hand
and Marston counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Spike takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Spike throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
It seemed like Marston was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
The fighters circling - Marston throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Marston scoring well with a low kick there.
Spike listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Spike with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Marston blocks a low kick nicely.
Spike dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Marston. That did some damage!
Spike tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Spike takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Marston swats away the attempt to clinch by Spike.
Spike throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Marston.
Marston throws a hook but Spike avoids it easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Lucas Marston will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Spike throws a shot from downtown. Marston moves away and avoids it.
Marston defending well as Spike loads up on a big left hand.
Spike will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Marston throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Spike misses with a telegraphed body shot
enabling Marston to counter with a crisp jab.
Marston fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Spike is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marston shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Spike eats them both and turns towards Marston to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Marston ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Spike moves away.
Spike went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Spike throws a head kick that misses
and Marston connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Marston turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.#T1#
Spike drops his hands momentarily and Marston takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Spike moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Spike moves out of range of the leg kick from Marston.
Spike looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Marston throws a leg kick which misses Spike's front leg but catches the back leg as Spike tries to avoid it.
Spike scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Marston misses the jab.
Marston lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Spike throws a half hearted mid kick.
Marston flicks out a counter leg kick but Spike steps away.
Marston has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
A jab from Marston misses.
Spike appears to be looking for a big counter.
A big left from Marston misses.
Sunray Spike has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Marston uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Spike.
Marston was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
A leg kick checked by Spike.#CL#
Marston gets tackled into the cage by Spike. Spike maintains the clinch. #BC2#
Marston escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
A solid leg kick lands there for Marston.
Marston throws a head kick but Spike moves out of range.
It looked like Spike wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Marston throws a jab when Spike was well out of range.
Marston throws a lazy uppercut
and Spike counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Marston tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Spike fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Marston manages to avoid it.
Spike lands a front kick.
Lucas Marston seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Marston takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T3##CL#
Spike gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Spike prevents a body shot from Marston.
Marston looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
A head punch on the inside from Spike fails to land.
Marston has had enough of the clinch but Spike keeps him there for the moment.
Spike is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Marston blocks a body shot from Spike.
Spike blocking some punches.
Marston prevents a body shot from Spike.
Spike throws a punch but it's blocked by Marston.
Spike swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Sunray Spike has scored more points in the clinch so far.
A right hook to the body lands for Spike.
Spike has Marston pressed against the cage, preventing Marston from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Spike digs a right hand underneath Marston's ribcage. Marston let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Marston's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Marston working hard to break the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Spike fails to land. #BC2#
Marston breaks from the clinch. #T4#
Spike throws a predictable looking body shot
letting Marston counter with a right hand.
Marston throws a looping overhand right but Spike ducks down to avoid it.
Spike swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Spike tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Marston manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
It seemed like Marston was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Spike lands with a nice body punch.
Spike tries to clinch
and Marston counters with a leg kick.
Marston throws a head kick but Spike moves out of range.
Marston misses with a straight right.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Spike is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Spike blocks a jab.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Lucas Marston.
I've got Marston 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 Gwen Towbar scores the fight 27:30
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 28:29
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Lucas Marston!

A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Lucas Marston made sure he mentioned MayheM sportswear, along with how happy he was to win his fight.

 

Event: GC 227     
Date:   Jul 28, 2018
#R1#
A good leg kick by Reem.
Marston throws a right hand that misses
and Reem counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Umberto Reem seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Reem takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Reem connects with a crisp jab.
Reem throws a jab when Marston was well out of range.
Marston fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Reem wants to clinch
and Marston connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Marston pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Reem ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Marston moves away.
Reem misses with a low kick.
Marston scores with a push kick.
Marston buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Marston misses with a looping right.
A little feinted left hand from Reem on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#CL#
Reem darts in and clinches Marston up against the cage.#T1#
Marston scores with a shoulder strike.
Reem is stalling here.
A body shot lands from Reem.
Reem has Marston pushed against the cage.
Good body shot from Marston.
Reem looking to stall.
Marston scores with a shoulder strike.
A hook to the body from Reem.
Reem blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Marston throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Reems head.
Reem lands with a short head shot on the inside. #BC2#
Marston manages to break the clinch.
Marston thows a left - swing and a miss!
A cross from Reem lands.
Reem cracks Marston with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.#T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Reem has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Marston.
Reem is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Despite the aggression on Marston's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Reem fails in his attempt to clinch.
Reem slips a straight right by Marston.
Reem tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Marston paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Marston avoids the body shot from Reem.
Reem thows a leg kick but Marston checks it
letting Marston counter with a right hand.
Reem misses the shot to the body.
Marston flicks out a counter leg kick but Reem steps away.
Reem takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Reem tries a low kick but Marston avoids it.
Reem keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Reem throws an off balance right hand
and Reem takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T3#
A punch combination from Reem misses.
Marston flicks out a counter leg kick but Reem steps away.
Reem avoids the body shot from Marston.
Reem slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Marston jabs Reem to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Marston misses with an uppercut
and Reem counters with a nice uppercut.
Marston misses with a straight left.
Marston throws a poor cross that misses
and Marston takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Reem throws a low kick but Marston moves out of range easily.
Reem swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Marston counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Reem misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Marston.
Reem throws out a loose jab but Marston uses good head movement to avoid it.
Reem scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Marston doesn't seem bothered though. #T4#
Marston jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Reem throws a leg kick
and Marston connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Reem wants to clinch but Marston slips to the side
and Reem takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Reem ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Reem avoids a kick to the body.
Reem misses with an uppercut
and Marston counters with a straight right hand.
Marston is looking to chop away at Reem's legs.
Reem lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Reem fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Marston manages to avoid it.
Some wild striking there from Marston.
It looked like Reem wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Reem is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
It seemed like Marston was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Lucas Marston will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Marston takes one on the button.
Marston moves out of range as Reem strikes.
Reem misses with an uppercut
and Marston counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Marston connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Reem is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
An inside leg kick from Reem misses.
Reem takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Marston checks the leg kick.
Marston throws a sloppy head kick and Reem moves out of range easily.
We've been told by Reem's head coaches at BAD BOY MMA that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Reem throws a nice outside leg kick.
Reem takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Reem rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
letting Marston counter with a right hand.
Reem fails in his attempt to clinch.
Marston looks like he wants to counter punch here.#T1#
Reem throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Marston throws out a counter right but Reem avoids it with no problem.
A punch lands to the side of Marston 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Reem swings for the body but Marston moves out of range.
Marston appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Marston scores with the left hand. Reem knows he should have avoided that one.
Reem showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Marston.
Reem throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Marston sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Left hook, right uppercut from Marston.
Reem tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Marston paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Reem throws an overhand right that lands on Marston's shoulder, as Marston tries to avoid the shot.
Reem avoids the body shot from Marston.
Reem slips under a jab.
Marston 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.#T2#
A cross from Reem lands.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Reem moves to clinch but Marston breaks away
and Marston counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Reem takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Reem throws a right hand that misses
and Marston counters with a straight right hand.
Marston waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Reem.
Marston throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A decent looking cross lands there for Reem.
Reem tries to move into range but Marston moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Reem throws a poor cross that misses
and Marston counters with a straight right hand.
Reem avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Marston swings for the body but Reem moves out of range. #T3#
A nice leg kick lands there from Reem.
Marston scores with a head kick. Reem tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Reem throws a leg kick which misses Marston's front leg but catches the back leg as Marston tries to avoid it.
Marston takes a swing at Reem's ribcage but misses.
Reem is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Marston keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Marston throws a body punch but Reem moves out of range.
Reem uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Marston.
Reem cracks Marston with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Reem shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Marston tries to bum rush Reem with a series of wild strikes but Reem uses good footwork to avoid the assault.#T4#
Marston throws a looping overhand right but Reem ducks down to avoid it.
Reem lands with a nice combination. Marston backs away looking to recover.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Some bone on bone action there as Marston checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Marston misses with a kick to the body.
Marston loads up on a big right hand but Reem slips the punch.
Reem with a jab.
Marston takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Reem drops Marston with a naaaaasty hook - Marston is in real trouble here! Reem dives in to side control and pounds out his opponent for a TKO victory! The crowd goes nuts!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:40 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Umberto Reem!
Umberto Reem really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that IniTech Nutrition logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.

 

Event: GC 221     
Date:   Jul 04, 2018
#R1#
A shot to the liver by Castillo. Beautiful body shot.
Marston thuds a left hand into Castillo's body.
Castillo takes a swing at Marston's ribcage but misses.
Castillo misses the body punch
and Marston counters with a one-two to the body.
Marston lands with a good body shot.
Marston looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Marston clobbers Castillo with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
A jab from Marston does it's job there.
Marston lands with a big right hook that stumbles Castillo - he's out on his feet here! Marston follows up with another monster hook that separates Castillo from consciousness! Castillo falls, almost in slow motion to the canvas! Marston stands and admires his work as the crowd go wild.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:32 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Lucas Marston!
Lucas Marston gave a mention to MayheM sportswear in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).

 

Event: GC 212     
Date:   May 23, 2018
#R1#
Rutten misses with a hook. Marston ducked under it nicely.
Rutten digs a good hook to Marston's body.
Marston avoids a kick to the body.
Rutten 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.
Rutten jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Marston misses the jab.
Marston misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Rutten.
Rutten tries to clinch
and Marston counters with a nice uppercut.
Rutten throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Rutten with a jab.#CL2#
Rutten closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Marston.
Marston is looking to control Rutten's arms but Rutten gets an underhook and turns him. Now Marston has his back to the cage. #BC#
Marston breaks the clinch.
Marston has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Double XX in the buildup to the fight.
Marston lands with a hook. Rutten tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Rutten blocks a head kick by Marston.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Rutten throws a looping overhand right but Marston ducks down to avoid it. #T1#
Marston ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Rutten moves away.#CL2#
Rutten rushes Marston and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Rutten goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Marston lands with a short shot to the head.
Come on Marston - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Rutten misses with a body punch.
Marston is leaning against Rutten and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.#BC#
Marston breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Marston misses with a series of wild punches.
Rutten lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Nice body punch from Rutten.
Marston throws a hook to the side of Rutten's head but Rutten sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Marston misses with the body kick
and Rutten counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T2#
Rutten uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Marston.
Marston thuds a left hand into Rutten's body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nice body punch from Rutten.
Rutten scores with a jab. Marston acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Marston swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Marston throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Rutten counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Marston thinking.
Marston takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Rutten with a jab.
Rutten misses with a looping left.
Marston scores with the left hand. Rutten knows he should have avoided that one.
Marston throws a jab but it's blocked by Rutten.
Rutten lands a lovely overhand right.
Rutten catches Marston with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Rutten fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.#T3#
Marston walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Rutten lands a right hook to the body.
Rutten misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Marston.
Marston is looking to counter punch.
Rutten throws a predictable looking body shot
and Marston counters with a stiff right hand.
Marston lands a jab.
Rutten tries to bum rush Marston with a series of wild strikes but Marston uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Rutten throws a leg kick but Marston moved away.
Rutten avoids the body shot from Marston.
Rutten thows a left - swing and a miss!
Marston misses with an uppercut.
Rutten fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Marston manages to avoid it.
Marston feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Rutten is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Marston had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
Marston throws an off balance right hand
and Rutten counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Marston misses with a looping right.#T4#
Nice jab there from Rutten.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Marston throws a hook to the side of Rutten's head but Rutten sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Marston throws a lazy right hand but Rutten sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Marston throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Rutten uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Marston.
Marston swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Rutten.
Marston cracks a nice hook into Rutten's ribs.
Marston takes a swing at Rutten's ribcage but misses.
Marston ducks under a wild hook from Rutten.
Rutten throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
The fighters circle momentarily. Rutten darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Rutten slips a jab from Marston.
Rutten looks to land a right hand but Marston moved out of range.
Rutten misses with a jab to the body
and Rutten takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Handsome Rutten 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#
Marston misses with an uppercut
and Rutten counters with a leg kick. #CUT#
It looks like Handsome Rutten has been cut.
Marston's jab looks to have found its range, popping Rutten under the eye.
Rutten smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Rutten throws out a loose jab but Marston uses good head movement to avoid it.
Rutten has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Marston.
Marston defending well as Rutten loads up on a big left hand.
Rutten steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Marston.
Marston throws a jab when Rutten was well out of range.
Rutten takes a swing at Marston's ribcage but misses.
A looping hook to the body misses from Rutten. Marston does a little dance to reset his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rutten misses with an uppercut
and Marston counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Rutten is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Marston.
A lazy left from Rutten finds it's target.
Handsome Rutten seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Rutten lands with a thumping leg kick. #T1#
Rutten misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Rutten throws a shot from downtown. Marston moves away and avoids it.
Handsome Rutten seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Marston slips a jab and a cross from Rutten.
Rutten misses with a low kick as Marston jumps back.
Rutten with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Rutten throws a body shot but no joy.
Rutten ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Marston moves away.
Rutten throws a combination. Marston tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Rutten wants to slow Marston down by chopping away at his legs.
Marston walks into a straight right hand from Rutten.
Marston throws a jab but it's blocked by Rutten.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Marston. Rutten shrugs it off though.
Rutten scores with a jab to the head. #T2#
Marston lands a right hook to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Marston connects with a looping right hand.
Rutten throws a big shot that misses.
Rutten has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Rutten checks a low kick from Marston.
Rutten throws a right hand that misses
and Marston counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Rutten avoids the body shot from Marston.
Rutten lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Marston ducks under a wild hook from Rutten.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Rutten.
Rutten jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Rutten feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Marstons jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Marston looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
The fighters circle momentarily. Marston darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Rutten misses with an uppercut
and Marston counters with a nice body shot.
Marston throws a half hearted mid kick.#T3#
Rutten buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Marston has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Rutten scores with the left hand. Marston knows he should have avoided that one.
Marston misses with a body punch
and Rutten counters with a left to the body.
Rutten throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Rutten lands with an uppercut that bounces Marston off the cage and back into range.
Rutten scores with a punch to the head.
Marston is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Rutten throws a good cross that connects.
Rutten avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Marston throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Marston scores with a nice head shot.
A big left from Marston misses.
Rutten tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.#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!
Rutten misses with an uppercut.
Marston slips under a jab from Rutten.
Marston throwing a counter right hand but Rutten manages to avoid it.
Rutten with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Rutten swinging wildly here.
Rutten misses with an uppercut.
Marston scores with a three punch combo!
A looping hook to the body misses from Rutten. Marston does a little dance to reset his feet.
Marston lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Marston throws a hook but Rutten blocks it.
Marston misses with a hook. Rutten ducked under it nicely.
Rutten scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Rutten lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Handsome Rutten showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Handsome Rutten'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. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Rutten swings and misses with a shot to the body
enabling Marston to counter with a crisp jab.
Marston tries to bum rush Rutten with a series of wild strikes but Rutten uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Rutten scores with a decent looking hook.
Rutten fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Rutten misses with a straight left.
Rutten lands a nice looking body kick.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Rutten. Marston shrugs it off though.
A telegraphed right hand from Rutten misses the target.
Rutten moves away from the strike by Marston.
A little jabbing left from Rutten on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rutten moves out of range of the body kick from Marston.
Marston throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Rutten.
Rutten tries to clinch but Marston moves out of range.
Rutten needs to keep his hands up - Marston had a free shot at his head there.#T1#
Marston lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.#CUT#
That has opened up Handsome Rutten's cut even more.
Rutten dodges the punch combination from Marston.
Rutten misses with a low kick.
Rutten misses with a hook. Marston ducked under it nicely.
Marston looks to score with a jab to the body but Rutten is just out of range.
A slow jab from Rutten misses its intended target.
Rutten misses with a wild body shot.
Rutten rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Marston counters with a straight right hand.
Marston throws out a loose jab but Rutten uses good head movement to avoid it.
Marston lands a body shot.
Marston scores with a sloppy right hand. Rutten should have avoided that one.
Rutten fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Marston manages to avoid it.#T2#
Rutten swings for the body but Marston moves out of range.
Marston takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Rutten connects with a good right hand that stumbles Marston. Marston circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Rutten tries to score with a low kick but Marston moves his leg out of the way.
Rutten swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Marston misses with the body kick
and Rutten counters with a two punch combo.
Marston throws a looping overhand right but Rutten ducks down to avoid it.
Rutten walks into a straight right hand from Marston.
Rutten throws a body punch but Marston moves out of range.
Marston throws a jab but it's blocked by Rutten.
Marston throws a hook but Rutten blocks it.
Rutten flicks out a counter leg kick but Marston steps away.
Marston misses with a hook. Rutten ducked under it nicely.
Lucas Marston has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Rutten works the jab nicely.
Marston tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Rutten was well out of range. Poor timing from Marston.
Marston throws a leg kick that is checked
and Rutten counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
A lazy left from Rutten finds it's target.
Rutten looks to land a right hand but Marston moved out of range.
Rutten scores with a jab.
Rutten scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Marston doesn't seem bothered though.
Marston misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Rutten.
A jab from Rutten does it's job there.
Rutten fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Marston.
Rutten staying out of range there.
Rutten misses the shot to the body.
Donk. Rutten catches Marston right on the button with a cross.#T4#
Rutten swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Marston connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
This has been an exciting period of action!#KD#
Marston lands a big uppercut and Rutten crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Rutten looks OK. Marston waves Rutten back to his feet!#ROC#
Rutten is rocked!
Marston thumps Rutten with a low kick.
Rutten is still on wobbly legs! Can Marston finish him?
Rutten throws a left and a right that both miss
and Marston counters with a right hand to the body.
Rutten takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Look low, kick high! Marston uses the oldest trick in the book to send Rutten tumbling to the canvas, in a truly brutal knockout! Marston is absolutely delighted - when Rutten wakes up, I doubt he'll be quite so happy!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:23 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Lucas Marston!
Lucas Marston made sure to mention his sponsor, MayheM sportswear in his post fight interview.

 

Event: UGD 109:Curtain Call     
Date:   Apr 20, 2018
#R1#
Dog loads up on a big right hand but Marston slips the punch.
Marston misses with a looping left.
Marston 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.#CL2#
Dog has managed to clinch.
Marston lands with a short shot to the head.
A body shot lands from Dog.
Marston tries to break free but Dog pushes him back against the cage.#BC#
Marston breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Marston shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. #CL2#
Dog clinches.
Marston misses with a punch to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dog works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Marston pushes Dog back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Marston lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Dog can't find room to land a body shot as Marston controls the action.
Dog lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Dog throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.#T1#
Dog lands a left hand.
Marston working hard to break the clinch.
Dog lands a right hand that snaps the head of Marston backwards.
Dog lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Marston working aggressively here.
Marston prevents a body shot from Dog.
A nice right hand lands inside from Marston.
Dog misses with a body punch. #TD2#
Dog jumps into guard, dragging Marston to the mat. #SUB2#
Dog looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Marston sitting in guard here, content to control. #SUB2#
Dog had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Marston defends it easily.
Marston trying to control but Dog is working from the bottom. #T2##SUB2#
Dog is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Marston is aware though and is defending well.
Marston stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Dog swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Marston controls from within his opponent's guard.
Dog keeping full guard, as Marston tries to pass. #SUB2#
Dog has his foot on Marston's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Marston works his way back into a safe position though.#T3#
Dog is controlling Marston's posture.
Dog is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Marston seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Marston postures up. #SUB2#
Dog is looking for a triangle but Marston pushes his legs off easily.
Marston might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Dog is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB2#
Dog is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #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.#SUB2#
Dog is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Marston is aware though and is defending well.
Dog keeping moving, preventing Marston from controlling successfully.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Dog is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Marston is aware though and is defending well.
Marston has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Dog 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.
Dog looking to control. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Dog.
Dog misses with a body shot
and Marston counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Dog misses with the body kick
letting Marston counter with a right hand.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Three Dog 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#
Dog throws a sloppy head kick
and Marston counters with a low kick, right behind Dog 's knee.
Dog throws a leg kick but Marston sees it coming and moves out of range.
Marston takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Dog has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Marston swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Dog avoids the head kick by Marston.
Dog lands a nice looking kick to the body. Marston takes a step back to recover.
Dog cracks Marston with an open hand slap.
Dog takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marston dips to his left and cracks Dog with an uppercut!
Marston stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Dog.
Marston swings for the body but Dog moves out of range.
Dog blocks a jab.#T1#
Dog pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Marston lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Three Dog seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Marston takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
A looping hook to the body misses from Marston. Dog does a little dance to reset his feet.
Three Dog seems to be getting the better of the standup.
A jab from Dog misses.
An attempted straight right counter from Marston misses the target.
Marston checks the leg kick nicely there.
Marston misses with a head kick.
A nice leg kick lands there from Dog.
Marston lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Dog backs up against the cage.
Marston bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Dog's head.
Marston misses with a head kick.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Dog, right into the meat.
Marston feints and then cracks Dog's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Dog down. #T2#
Marston slips under 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!
Dog pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Nice defenses there by Dog.
Dog smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Dog throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Dog lands with a thumping leg kick.
Dog misses with a lunging right hand
and Marston counters with a three punch combo that has Dog backing up. Dog nods at Marston to acknowledge the strikes.
Nice cross by Marston.
Dog throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Marston counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Marston ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Dog defending well as Marston loads up on a big left hand.
Dog was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Dog.
Marston jabbing away but nothing is landing. #T3#
Marston misses with a straight right.
Dog avoids a punch combination nicely.
Dog throws a nice inside leg kick.
That kick from Dog tenderised Marston's leg. Marston is trying to keep his angry face on.
Dog connects with an inside leg kick.
Marston looks to land a left hand but Dog moved out of range nicely.
Dog takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Marston cracks Dog with a good jab.
Marston misses the jab.
A little jabbing left from Dog on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Dog thumps Marston with a low kick.#T4#
Marston throws a looping overhand right but Dog ducks down to avoid it.
Marston cracks the inside of Dog's front leg.
Dog throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Marston blocks a jab.
Dog throws a sloppy head kick and Marston moves out of range easily.
Dog attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Marston sizes up Dog with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Marston swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Dog misses with an uppercut. Marston saw that one coming.
Dog throws a poor cross that misses #KD#
and Marston counters with a head kick that drops Dog to the mat! Dog scrambles across the canvas and gets back to his feet, still wobbly!
Dog connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
A head kick misses from Dog.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Lucas Marston dominated that second round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Dog throws a half hearted mid kick.
Dog defending well as Marston loads up on a big left hand.
Dog looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Marston tries to move into range but Dog moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Marston takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Marston misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Dog throws a low kick but Marston avoids it.
A little feinted left hand from Marston on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Dog cracks a nice hook into Marston's ribs.
Marston takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
An attempted straight right counter from Marston misses the target.
Dog looks to score with a jab to the body but Marston is just out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The crowd cheers as Dog lands an impressive looking overhand right. Marston doesn't seem phased though.
Marston drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Dog has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
A looping hook to the body misses from Dog. Marston does a little dance to reset his feet.
Dog scores with a head kick. Marston tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.#T1#
Dog throws a leg kick
and Marston counters with a nice uppercut.
Dog misses the shot to the body.
Marston fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Marston lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Dog backs up against the cage.
Dog cracks Marston with an open hand slap.
Dog feints and then cracks Marston's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Marston down.
Dog has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Dog is looking to chop away at Marston's legs.
Marston moves out of range as Dog throws a body kick.
Marston is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Dog misses with a left hand
and Marston counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Marston throws a lazy right hand but Dog sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Marston takes a jab right on the kisser. #T2#
Marston slips a jab from Dog.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Marston takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Dog throws a head kick that half lands.
Marston connects with a crisp jab.
Dog throws out a loose jab but Marston uses good head movement to avoid it.
A good leg kick by Dog.
A looping hook to the body misses from Dog. Marston does a little dance to reset his feet.
Dog tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Marston connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Marston takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Marston blocks a low kick nicely.
A quick step to the side and Marston tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Dog closes the distance looking to clinch
and Marston counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T3#
Marston lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Dog circles away quickly and effectively.
Dog misses with a low kick.
Marston feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Dog's calf.
Marston stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Dog.
Marston misses the shot to the body.
Some wild striking there from Marston.
Dog scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Marston doesn't seem bothered though.
Marston misses with a left hand
and Dog counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Marston checks a low kick from Dog.#T4#
Marston throws a body shot but no joy.
Dog lands a jab.
Marston connects with an inside leg kick.
Marston swats away the attempt to clinch by Dog.
Marston throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Dog takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Dog swings for the body but Marston moves out of range.
Dog looks to throw a body kick
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
A head kick misses from Dog.
Marston misses with a hook.

And that's the end of the fight!
Three Dog comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Dog 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 Steven Brown scores the fight 28:29
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 28:29
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Three Dog!

Three Dog decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

 

Event: UGD 105:Bailey Vs Kruger     
Date:   Mar 23, 2018
#R1#
DeNeville takes a swing at Marston's ribcage but misses.
DeNeville connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
DeNeville has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Xtreme MMA in the buildup to the fight.
DeNeville pivots, looking for a leg kick but Marston is out of range and DeNeville settles back down.
DeNeville moves out of range of the strikes.
Marston fakes a jab and throws a low kick but DeNeville checks it well.
DeNeville throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
DeNeville lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Marston with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling DeNeville to score with a decent uppercut.
DeNeville slips a jab and a cross from Marston.
Marston just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromDeNeville.
Marston on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marston throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
DeNeville keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Marston works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Marston crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from DeNeville - the referee stops the clock and Marston gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says DeNeville. Marston manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Marston swings and misses with a hook to the body. #T1#
DeNeville misses with a body punch
and Marston counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
DeNeville thows a left - swing and a miss!
DeNeville takes one on the chin but seems OK.
DeNeville misses with a left hand
enabling Marston to counter with a crisp jab.
DeNeville tries to land a body kick
and Marston counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
We've been informed that Marston 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.
DeNeville moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
DeNeville slips a straight right by Marston.
Marston lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
DeNeville lands a really nice looking cross but Marston seems unphased.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
DeNeville cracks Marston with an open hand slap.
DeNeville throws a leg kick
and Marston connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Marston jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
A low kick from DeNeville misses
enabling Marston to counter with a crisp jab. #T2#
DeNeville throws an off balance right hand
and DeNeville takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Lucas Marston is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
DeNeville will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
A countering left hand to the body from Marston misses.
DeNeville tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #TD#
DeNeville closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Marston's guard.
DeNeville throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
DeNeville trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
DeNeville is looking to work some ground and pound but Marston has wrist control.
DeNeville postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Marston is on top in guard. #REVB#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Marston trying to control but DeNeville is working from the bottom.
Marston trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but DeNeville manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVR##T3#
DeNeville postures up and lands a big shot to Marston's brow.
Marston trying to control the position.
DeNeville has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
DeNeville in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Marston has DeNeville pulled in close to control his posture.
DeNeville works over Marston with some ground and pound from guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as DeNeville accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
DeNeville makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.#SUB2#
Marston is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. DeNeville is aware though and is defending well.
Marston is trying to control the position but DeNeville postures up.
DeNeville throws a big elbow that misses. #T4#
DeNeville connects with a couple of short punches.
DeNeville with a flurry of punches that miss.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
DeNeville stands up over Marston, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Marston wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB2#
DeNeville got a little sloppy there for a moment and Marston has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, DeNeville has managed to get both his arms back between Marston's legs - danger averted.
Marston keeping moving, preventing DeNeville from controlling successfully.
DeNeville stands up over Marston, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
DeNeville lands a couple of elbows.
DeNeville postures up in Marston's guard and throws a big left but Marston blocks it.
Marston is adopting a defensive guard.
DeNeville is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Donsone DeNeville 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#
A lazy body kick from Marston
and DeNeville counters with a slapping leg kick.
DeNeville dives in for a single leg takedown but Marston sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Marston avoids the head kick by DeNeville.
Marston let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
DeNeville misses with a few strikes there.
Marston shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Marston fakes high and swings low for a body shot but DeNeville manages to avoid it.
Marston looks to throw the jab but DeNeville is out of range.
DeNeville scoring well with a low kick there.
A shot to the liver by DeNeville. Beautiful body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marston misses with a two punch combination.
Donsone DeNeville seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD#
DeNeville bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
The ground and pound from DeNeville seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
DeNeville working the ground and pound but Marston is defending the strikes.
Marston tries to buck DeNeville off but DeNeville is having none of it.#T1#
DeNeville working the ground and pound but Marston is defending the strikes.
Marston manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
DeNeville is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Marston moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Marston is adopting a defensive guard.
DeNeville lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Marston keeping moving, preventing DeNeville from controlling successfully.
Marston managing to control the position. #T2#
DeNeville lands a couple of decent looking shots.
DeNeville throws a big elbow that misses.
DeNeville makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Marston lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Marston must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Marston throwing strikes but missing.
DeNeville 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.
Marston stands and throws DeNeville's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Marston working the ground and pound but DeNeville is defending the strikes. #T3#
DeNeville tries to buck Marston off but Marston is having none of it.
DeNeville is working hard here to advance position.
Marston is looking to take a break and control but DeNeville is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
DeNeville is looking for a sweep.
Marston is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt DeNeville will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
DeNeville is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Marston controls the position.
Marston trying to control the position but DeNeville is working away.
Marston staying calm.
DeNeville tries to improve position but can't.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Donsone DeNeville dominated that second round.
That's time! DeNeville's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. And we move into the final round!
#R3#
DeNeville looks for the body kick but Marston saw that one coming.
A jab from Marston misses.
DeNeville throws a head kick that misses
and Marston counters with a stiff right hand.
Marston just misses with a punch to the body.
DeNeville scores with a head kick.
DeNeville misses with a leg kick.
DeNeville uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Marston.
DeNeville misses with a straight left.
Despite the aggression on Marston's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Marston looks for the body kick but DeNeville saw that one coming.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marston on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
DeNeville lands with a nice body punch.
DeNeville darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
DeNeville fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Marston on the side of the head.#T1#
DeNeville blocks a head kick by Marston.
Nice cross by DeNeville.
Marston slips under a jab from DeNeville.
Marston turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
DeNeville throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Marston looks like he wants to counter punch here.
DeNeville avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
DeNeville throws a leg kick
letting Marston counter with a right hand.
Marston takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Marston throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
DeNeville feinted there with a counter leg kick.
DeNeville jabs at Marston's body.
Marston just misses with a punch to the body.
A bone on bone clash there as DeNeville blocks the leg kick. #T2#
Marston swings for the body but DeNeville moves out of range.
DeNeville appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Marston tried to score with a low kick but DeNeville checks it.
DeNeville connects with a nice looking jab.
A head kick misses from DeNeville.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Marston throws an uppercut from half a mile away. DeNeville sees it coming and avoids it easily.
DeNeville appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
DeNeville looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Marston misses with the combination.
Marston ducks down and throws a hook to the body but DeNeville moves away.
A slow jab from Marston misses its intended target.
DeNeville changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Marston misses with a hook. DeNeville ducked under it nicely.
DeNeville throws a body punch but Marston moves out of range.
Lucas Marston has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Marston throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Donsone DeNeville is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Marston steps to the side to avoid the strikes from DeNeville.
Marston throws a hook to the side of DeNeville's head but DeNeville sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Marston misses with a hook.
DeNeville throws a hook to the side of Marston's head but Marston sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
DeNeville throws a right hand that Marston ducks under and follows up with a left that Marston also avoids with ease.
Marston throws out a counter right but DeNeville avoids it with no problem.
DeNeville throws the left hand but Marston avoids the punch easily.
Marston throws a looping overhand right but DeNeville ducks down to avoid it.
DeNeville feinted with a counter takedown.
DeNeville throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Marston throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Marston throws a combination but it was largely blocked by DeNeville.
DeNeville scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
DeNeville stuns Marston with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.#T4#
DeNeville tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Nice straight punches there by DeNeville. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of DeNeville.
The fighters circling - Marston throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
DeNeville connects with a leg kick. Marston looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
DeNeville is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Marston can do to turn this around?
Marston's hands are dropping dangerously low here and DeNeville connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Marston scrambles back to his feet.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A low kick from DeNeville is predictable there
and Marston counters with a nice uppercut.
Marston has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
DeNeville connects with a good right hand that stumbles Marston. Marston circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Marston slips a jab from DeNeville.
DeNeville throws a hook but Marston avoids it easily.
Marston swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
DeNeville moves out of range of the body kick from Marston.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 30:27
Judge William Gold scores the fight 30:27
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Donsone DeNeville!

A relieved looking Donsone DeNeville thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

 

Event: UGD 100:Justice Vs Cotto     
Date:   Feb 16, 2018
#R1##TD#
Bixby bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Bixby throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Bixby wants to lay and pray for a moment but Marston keeps working. #SUB#
Bixby working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Marston is looking to reverse the position.
Bixby has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Bixby tries to move to mount but Marston blocks the move with his legs.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bixby throwing ground and pound but whilst doing so, he forgets to control position and Marston works his way back to half guard. Good composure under pressure.
Bixby throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #T1#
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Bixby lands a nice short elbow.
Marston is staying active underneath Bixby, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Bixby working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that. #SUB#
Bixby is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Marston is looking to control Bixby's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Marston avoid being mounted?
Marston keeping hold of Bixby's head, controlling as best he can.
Marston is trying to maintain the position but Bixby is very close to passing his half guard.#T2#
Marston is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Bixby is staying active.
Bixby is looking to take a break and control but Marston is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Marston keeping hold of Bixby's head, controlling as best he can.
Bixby lands strikes from half guard.
Marston taking some punishment here, with Bixby in his half guard.
Bixby is looking to take a break and control but Marston is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Marston has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.#T3##SUB2#
Marston actively working from the bottom here.
Bixby not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Bixby wants to free his trapped foot but Marston is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Marston trying to control from the bottom.
Marston might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Bixby haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Bixby is nestled in close to Marston, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Marston wants to control but Bixby is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Bixby scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Bixby stalling.
Marston has a hand on Bixby's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Bixby takes advantage of the position though and mounts him!
Marston tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Bixby working away from the top, dropping strikes.
Bixby fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bixby cracks Marston with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
Bixby dominating with strikes here.
Bixby lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.#ROC#
Marston is rocked!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Buzz Bixby dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Marston loads up on a big right hand but Bixby slips the punch.
Marston tries a low kick but Bixby avoids it.
Marston throws a body punch but Bixby moves out of range.
Bixby feinted with a counter takedown.
Bixby scores with the left hand. Marston knows he should have avoided that one.
Marston ducks under a wild hook from Bixby.
Marston pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Bixby lands a really nice looking cross but Marston seems unphased.
The fighters circling - Bixby throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marston scores with a shot to the body.
Bixby scores with a hook to the body. Marston takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Bixby throws a body shot but no joy.
Marston misses the jab.#T1#
Marston ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Decent striking displayed by Marston there.
Bixby bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Marston throws a body punch but Bixby moves out of range.
Bixby looks to throw the jab but Marston is out of range.
A big left from Marston misses.
Bixby changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Marston throws a lazy right hand but Bixby sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Bixby looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Lucas Marston is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Good work by Bixby as he checks the leg kick.
Nice uppercut there from Bixby.
Bixby bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Marston looks to land a right hand but Bixby moved out of range.
Bixby changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.#T2#
Marston scores with a jab to the body.
Buzz Bixby is winning the standup battle so far.#TD#
Bixby shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Marston napping and manages to drive through into side control!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Marston is not content to let Bixby control the position.
Bixby lands a few punches from side control.
Bixby creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Buzz Bixby overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Bixby throws a strike aimed at the side of Marston's head but Marston avoids it well.
Bixby is looking to take a break and control but Marston is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Bixby tries to advance to mount but can't. #T3#
Marston tries to bench press Bixby off him but Bixby keeps the position.
Bixby working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Marston prevents Bixby from moving into mount.
Marston takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Marston struggling a bit here.
Marston is not content to let Bixby control the position.
Marston taking a bit of punishment here - Bixby scoring with strikes. #T4#
Bixby cracks Marston with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Bixby grinds an elbow into Marston's temple.
Bixby cracks Marston with a big elbow.
Marston controls the position for a moment.
Bixby wants to control but Marston is keeping him busy.
The ground and pound from Bixby seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Bixby creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Marston sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Bixby working the ground and pound.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Buzz Bixby dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Marston moves out of range as Bixby strikes.
Bixby misses with an uppercut
letting Marston counter with a right hand.
Marston misses with a series of wild punches.
Bixby drops down looking for a counter takedown but Marston sprawls and moves away.
A jab from Bixby does it's job there.
Bixby misses with an uppercut. Marston saw that one coming.
Marston moves away from the strike by Bixby.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bixby connects with a single shot there.
Bixby misses with a wild body shot.
A nice combination there by Marston.
Marston looks to land a combination but Bixby avoids it well. #T1#
Marston dodges the punch combination from Bixby.
Bixby throws a jab but it's blocked by Marston.
Bixby cracks a nice hook into Marston's ribs.
Bixby just misses with a punch to the body.
Bixby moves forwards but Marston connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Marston keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bixby connects with a crisp jab.
A jab from Bixby finds it's way through Marston's defenses.
An inside leg kick lands from Marston.
Buzz Bixby is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Bixby throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Marston bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Marston misses with an uppercut.
No joy there for Marston, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Bixby throws a nice looking combination but Marston bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Marston looks to land a left hand but Bixby moved out of range nicely.
Bixby drops down looking for a counter takedown but Marston sprawls and moves away.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bixby scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Bixby throws a right and a left that Marston avoids nicely.
Bixby defending well as Marston loads up on a big left hand.
Marston displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bixby throws out the jab.
Marston throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Bixby.
Lucas Marston has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Marston lands a head shot.
Marston throws a body punch but Bixby moves out of range.
Marston just misses with a punch to the body.
Bixby missing with a left hand there. Marston was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Marston throws out a counter right but Bixby avoids it with no problem.
Marston rushes in with a sloppy looking punch #TD#
and Bixby counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Bixby is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Marston can do to turn this around?
Marston trying to control here.
Bixby slows the pace down in half guard.
Bixby's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
Marston moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Marston wants to sweep here but Bixby controlling him for the moment.
Bixby seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Marston controlling Bixby's posture.
Bixby is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 30:26
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 30:26
Judge James Glass scores the fight 30:26

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Buzz Bixby!

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

 

Event: UGD 92:Munson Vs Seagram     
Date:   Dec 22, 2017
#R1#
Dolla swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Marston.
Dolla buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Marston throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Marston bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Marston is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Dolla fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Marston on the side of the head.
Marston sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Marston takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Marston throws a body shot but no joy.
Marston moves out of range of the body kick from Dolla.
Dolla swings away with a body shot that misses
and Marston counters with a stiff right hand. #CUT2#
It looks like Crenflow Dolla has been cut.
Dolla throws an ugly left hook that misses
letting Marston counter with a right hand.
Dolla uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Marston.
Dolla scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Dolla misses with a straight right.
Crenflow Dolla seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Marston throws out a loose jab but Dolla uses good head movement to avoid it.
Marston misses with a straight right. #T1#
Dolla throws a hook but Marston avoids it easily.
Marston swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Marston throws a shot from downtown. Dolla moves away and avoids it.
Dolla fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Marston has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Dolla lands a jab to the nose.
Dolla throws a body shot but no joy.
Marston throws a jab when Dolla was well out of range.
Marston avoids the body shot from Dolla.
Dolla is looking to land body kicks.
Dolla tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Marston avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Marston misses with a kick to the body.
Dolla lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Dolla throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Marston thinks about the counter body kick.
Dolla 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.#T2#
Dolla throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Marston misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Dolla lands a leg kick that knocks Marston off balance momentarily.
Dolla takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Donk. Dolla catches Marston right on the button with a cross.
Marston uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Dolla.
Marston fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Dolla manages to avoid it.
Dolla throws a big shot that misses.
Marston lands with a thumping leg kick.
Marston on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Dolla misses with a wild combination.
Marston now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Dolla misses with a looping right.#T3#
Dolla rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Marston counters with a body kick.
Dolla 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.
Dolla throws a right hand that misses
letting Marston counter with a right hand.
Dolla throws a lazy head kick
and Marston counters with a nice uppercut.
Dolla uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Marston.
A jab from Marston misses.
Dolla misses with a low kick as Marston jumps back.
Dolla getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Marston swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Dolla swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Marston.
Dolla 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.
Marston checks the leg kick nicely there.
Marston moves forwards but Dolla connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Marston throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.#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!
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Marston crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Dolla - the referee stops the clock and Marston gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Dolla. Marston manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Marston misses with a straight right.
Marston swings widly with a right hand
enabling Dolla to counter with a crisp jab.
Dolla takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Dolla dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Marston. That did some damage!
Dolla misses with a hook. Marston ducked under it nicely.
Dolla throws a wild body kick that Marston sees coming a mile off.
Dolla throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Dolla feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Marston's calf.
Marston drops his hands momentarily and Dolla takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Dolla tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
A low kick from Dolla is predictable there
and Marston counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Marston swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Crenflow Dolla dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Crenflow Dolla's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Dolla connects with a leg kick. Marston looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Dolla tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Dolla moves out of range of the strikes.
Dolla misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Crenflow Dolla is winning the standup battle so far.
Dolla throws a body shot but no joy.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with eachother but Marston might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Dolla has got the better of the exchanges.
Dolla throws a lazy body kick
and Marston cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Dolla thows a left - swing and a miss!
Dolla misses with a body kick.
Marston swings for the body but Dolla moves out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Dolla. Marston does a little dance to reset his feet.
Marston looks like he wants to counter punch here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dolla throws a low kick but Marston avoids it.
Dolla throws a low kick but Marston moves out of range easily.
Marston looks to score with a jab to the body but Dolla is just out of range.
Dolla throws a looping overhand right but Marston ducks down to avoid it.
Marston appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.#T1#
Dolla tries to land a body kick
and Marston counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Dolla throws a leg kick which misses Marston's front leg but catches the back leg as Marston tries to avoid it.
Dolla uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Marston.
Marston takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Dolla throws a leg kick but Marston sees it coming and moves out of range.
Marston swings for the body but Dolla moves out of range.
Dolla looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Dolla scores with a nice strike.
Marston tries a head kick but it misses.
Dolla throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Marston sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Dolla scores with the left hand. Marston knows he should have avoided that one.
Marston slips a straight right by Dolla.
Dolla backing away here, and Marston unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Dolla works Marston's body with a nice hook.
Dolla is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Marston can do to turn this around?
Marston blocks a head kick by Dolla. #T2#
Dolla lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Nice shot lands for Dolla.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
The fighters circling - Marston throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Dolla is looking to land body kicks.
Dolla throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
It seemed like Marston was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Marston misses with a two punch combination.
Dolla tried to counter with a leg kick but Marston avoided it.
Marston throws a shot from downtown. Dolla moves away and avoids it.
Dolla thumps Marston with a low kick.
Marston's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Dolla tried to score with a low kick but Marston checks it.
Marston misses with a body kick.
A swing and a miss from Marston.
Good leg kick by Dolla there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Marston throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Marston lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.#T3#
Dolla motions for Marston to come forward. Dolla throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
It seemed like Marston was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Marston dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Dolla misses the jab.
Marston misses the jab.
Dolla feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Marston on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Dolla swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Marston cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CUT2#
Crenflow Dolla's cut is getting worse.
Dolla misses with a wild combination.
A countering left hand to the body from Marston misses.
Dolla is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Marston.
Marston flicks out a counter leg kick but Dolla steps away.
Dolla misses with a straight left.
Marston missing with a left hand there. Dolla was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Dolla misses with a kick to the body
and Marston cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
A solid leg kick lands there for Marston. #T4#
Dolla takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Marston throws a body punch but Dolla moves out of range.
Dolla connects with a single shot there.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Marston.
Dolla connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Marston blocks the body kick.
Marston moves out of range of the leg kick from Dolla.
Dolla throws a wild body kick that Marston sees coming a mile off.
Dolla stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Marston.
Marston throws a series of punches but Dolla moves out of range.
Marston throws a head kick that misses.
Marston takes one to the chin there.
Dolla lands a jab to Marston's midsection.
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 Crenflow Dolla will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Crenflow Dolla'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. This is the final round!
#R3#
Jab from Dolla.
Marston misses with a wild body shot.
Dolla throws a body shot but no joy.
Marston gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Dolla fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Marston manages to avoid it.
Marston lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Dolla thows a leg kick but Marston checks it
and Marston counters with a nice low kick that buckles Dolla's knee momentarily.
Dolla misses with an uppercut
and Dolla takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Marston takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Dolla lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dolla swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Marston lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Dolla feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Marston's calf.
Dolla ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#T1#
Dolla throws a body shot but no joy.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Marston! But no joy.
Dolla lands with a kick to the temple. Marston shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Dolla throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
A little jabbing left from Marston on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Marston thows a leg kick but Dolla checks it
and Dolla counters with a good low kick that Marston was not able to check.
Dolla looks to throw a body kick
and Marston counters with a straight right hand.#ROC2#
Dolla is rocked!
Marston wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Oh Dolla is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Dolla has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Marston.
Marston moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Dolla gets hit by the mother of all head kicks and drops to the canvas in a crumpled heap! Woooow, the Internet is going to be talking about this one for weeks!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:33 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Lucas Marston!
Lucas Marston managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, MayheM sportswear, into his post fight interview.
In defeat, Crenflow Dolla stepped up to the mic, saying 'You can't handle the power of the holy spirit. I just didn't get enough sleep last night. Next time you die from the power of JE$U$.'.

 

Event: UGD 89:Man Vs Saric     
Date:   Dec 08, 2017
#R1#
Braz has his takedown stuffed
and Braz takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Marston cracks a nice hook into Braz's ribs.
Braz doesn't succeed with the takedown
letting Marston counter with a right hand.
Braz shoots and misses
and Marston counters with a nice uppercut.
Lucas Marston has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Shoei Braz.
Braz with a poor takedown
enabling Marston to counter with a crisp jab.
Marston looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Shoei Braz seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Marston scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Braz doesn't seem bothered though.
Marston lands a jab.
Danga de danga de dang - Marston scores with a four punch combination!#CUT#
It looks like Shoei Braz has been cut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Braz misses with a takedown
and Marston counters with a straight right hand.
Marston is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Braz shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Marston counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Braz looks winded!
Braz tries for a takedown but Marston circles away easily
and Marston counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.#T1#
Marston fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Braz looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Braz takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Braz with a lazy takedown attempt
and Marston counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Braz leaves his chin hanging out and Marston seizes the opportunity with an uppercut! Braz crumbles to the floor in a heap, and the referee steps in and tends to the downed fighter! What a knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:17 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Lucas Marston!
Jumping up and down and very excited, Lucas Marston waved his t-shirt featuring MayheM sportswear's logo in front of the cameras.
Shoei Braz was interviewed post fight and said 'I`ll be back'.

 

Event: UGD 86:Man Vs Boudain     
Date:   Nov 17, 2017
#R1#
Venger scores with a jab to the head.
Venger looks to score with a jab to the body but Marston is just out of range.
Venger moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Marston misses with a looping left.
It seemed like Venger was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Marston lands with a good body shot.
Marston misses with a wild body shot.
Venger swinging wildly here.
We've been informed that Venger 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.
Marston looks to land a right hand but Venger moved out of range.
Venger looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Venger misses with a body shot.
Marston appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Venger slips a straight right by Marston.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Venger throws a hook but Marston avoids it easily.
Marston misses with a hook.
Marston feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Vengers jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Marston chopping away at his opponent's legs. #T1#
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Venger 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 Marston has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Marston and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Marston fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Venger on the side of the head.
Marston rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Venger counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Marston tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Venger was well out of range. Poor timing from Marston.
Venger ducks under a wild hook from Marston.
Venger lands a nice leg kick that just misses Marston's sensitive parts.
Marston defending well as Venger loads up on a big left hand.
Venger throws a sloppy head kick
and Marston counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Nice uppercut there from Marston.
Marston showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Venger.
Marston takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Vladimir Venger seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T2#
Venger throws a body punch but Marston moves out of range.
Venger walks into a left hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Venger looks to land a left hand but Marston moved out of range nicely.
Marston throws a hook but Venger avoids it easily.
Marston moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Venger misses with a left hand
and Marston counters with a left and a right that stings Venger.
Marston throws a body punch but Venger moves out of range.
Marston moves out of range as Venger strikes.
An attempted straight right counter from Marston misses the target.
Venger fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Marston checks it well.
Venger walks into a left hand.
Marston moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Venger misses with an uppercut. Marston saw that one coming.
Venger thumps Marston with a low kick.#T3#
Venger throws a half hearted mid kick.
Venger feints and then cracks Marston's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Marston down.
Venger takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Marston scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Venger doesn't seem bothered though.
Venger uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Venger throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Marston throws a jab when Venger was well out of range.
Venger throws a shot from downtown. Marston moves away and avoids it.
Marston is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Venger smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Marston moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Marston scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Venger throws out a loose jab but Marston uses good head movement to avoid it.
Marston was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Venger misses the shot to the body. #T4#
Venger takes a swing at Marston's ribcage but misses.
Venger works Marston's body with a nice hook.
Marston scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Marston ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Venger takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Marston misses with a wild body shot.
The fighters circling - Venger throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Venger swings widly with a right hand
and Marston cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Marston swings for the body but Venger moves out of range.
Venger looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. #ROC#
Venger is rocked!
The crowd cheers as Marston lands an impressive looking overhand right. Venger doesn't seem phased though.
Venger is still on wobbly legs! Can Marston finish him?
Marston chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Marston is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Marston throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Venger.
Marston is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Marston closes the distance and lands a brutal uppercut that knocks Venger out! We're looking at the replay now - he was out before he hit the floor!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Lucas Marston!
Jumping up and down and very excited, Lucas Marston waved his t-shirt featuring MayheM sportswear's logo in front of the cameras.
Vladimir Venger was interviewed post fight and said 'Oh crapper. I'm gonna get released losing to a sack of potatoes like that. '.

 

Event: HFC 117:Curran vs Spike     
Date:   Sep 23, 2017
#R1#
Baratheon throws a nice looking combination but Marston bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Marston turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Baratheon misses with a wild body shot.
Marston throwing a counter right hand but Baratheon manages to avoid it.
Marston connects with a body shot.
Baratheon throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Marston.
Baratheon throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Marston was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Baratheon rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Marston moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
A quick step to the side and Marston tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Baratheon throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Marston loads up on a big right hand but Baratheon slips the punch.
Nice uppercut there from Marston.
Baratheon throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Marston.
Marston fires out a quick counter leg kick but Baratheon just manages to avoid it.
Baratheon throws a series of punches but Marston avoids them all with ease.
Marston swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Baratheon misses with a shot to the body
and Marston counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Marston throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A countering left hand to the body from Baratheon misses.
Marston is looking to wear down Baratheon with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Baratheon swinging wildly here. #T1#
Sloppy strikes from Baratheon. Those never looked like landing.
Marston throwing a counter right hand but Baratheon manages to avoid it.
Baratheon uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Marston.
A decent looking cross lands there for Marston.
Baratheon throws a body punch but Marston moves out of range.
Marston defending well as Baratheon loads up on a big left hand.
Baratheon will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Marston was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Baratheon throws a series of punches but Marston avoids them all with ease.
Marston throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Marston missing with a left hand there. Baratheon was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Baratheon throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Marston throws a jab but it's blocked by Baratheon.
Marston swings for the body but Baratheon moves out of range.
A little jabbing left from Baratheon on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Baratheon looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Baratheon lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range. #T2#
A shot to the body from Baratheon misses
and Marston counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Baratheon misses with a jab, cross combination.
Baratheon throws a right hand that Marston ducks under and follows up with a left that Marston also avoids with ease.
Marston takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Baratheon throws a body shot but no joy.
Marston swings for the body but Baratheon moves out of range.
Baratheon now looks to counter with a shot at the body.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Baratheon tries to pull guard but Marston holds him up against the cage and eventually Baratheon drops back down to his feet. #BC#
Marston breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Baratheon looks to land a combination but Marston avoids it well.
Marston just misses with a punch to the body.
Marston wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Marston scores with a jab. Baratheon acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
A swing and a miss from Baratheon.#T3#
A telegraphed right hand from Marston misses the target.
Baratheon shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Marston eats them both and turns towards Baratheon to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
A punch combination from Baratheon misses.
Baratheon fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Marston lands with a nice body punch.
Baratheon misses with a left hand
and Baratheon takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Marston misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Baratheon.
Marston moves forwards but Baratheon connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Baratheon uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Marston.
Marston misses with a wild body shot.
Baratheon swings away with a body shot that misses
and Baratheon takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Baratheon slips under a jab from Marston.
Marston connects with a leg kick. Baratheon looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Marston throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Baratheon sees it coming and avoids it easily.#T4#
No joy there for Baratheon, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Baratheon moves out of range as Marston strikes.
Baratheon scores with a shot to the body.
Baratheon looks to score with a jab to the body but Marston is just out of range.
Baratheon will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Marston was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Baratheon falls off balance throwing a combination
and Marston counters with a straight right hand.
Baratheon throws a series of punches but Marston avoids them all with ease.
Baratheon throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
A little feinted left hand from Marston on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Marston misses with a body shot.
Despite the aggression on Baratheon's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Baratheon lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Marston misses with a wild body shot.
Marston throws a body shot but no joy.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Stannis Baratheon will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Marston lands a really nice looking cross but Baratheon seems unphased.
Baratheon misses with the combination.
Baratheon lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Sloppy strikes from Baratheon. Those never looked like landing.
Marston cracks Baratheon with an open hand slap.
Marston misses with a looping right.
Baratheon is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Marston tries a low kick but Baratheon avoids it.
Baratheon misses with a hook. Marston ducked under it nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sloppy strikes from Baratheon. Those never looked like landing.
Baratheon takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Baratheon misses the shot to the body.
Marston throws out a loose jab but Baratheon uses good head movement to avoid it.
Baratheon lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Marston circles away quickly and effectively.#T1#
Baratheon throws a body punch but Marston moves out of range.
Baratheon just misses with a punch to the body.
Baratheon lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Baratheon misses with a straight left.
Baratheon catches Marston with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Stannis Baratheon seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Baratheon misses with a series of wild punches.
An attempted straight right counter from Marston misses the target.
Baratheon misses with the combination.
Marston is looking to counter punch.
Baratheon throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
An attempted straight right counter from Marston misses the target.
Marston misses with a low kick.
Stannis Baratheon is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Baratheon ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Marston moves away.
Marston moves out of range as Baratheon strikes.
Marston swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Marston misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Baratheon. #T2#
Marston throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Marston tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Baratheon was well out of range. Poor timing from Marston.
Baratheon misses with a combination
and Marston counters with a nice uppercut.
Some wild striking there from Baratheon.
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!
Baratheon feints a jab promting Marston to slip. Baratheon then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Marston slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Baratheon stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Marston.
Marston scores with a jab. Baratheon acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Baratheon steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Marston.
Marston avoids the body shot from Baratheon.
Marston fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Baratheon manages to avoid it.#T3#
Baratheon will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Baratheon closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Baratheon just misses with a punch to the body.
It looked like Marston wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Marston slips a jab and a cross from Baratheon.
Baratheon moves out of range of the strikes.
Marston lands a nice shot to the body.
Baratheon is breathing heavily.
Marston lands with an uppercut that bounces Baratheon off the cage and back into range.
Nice defenses there by Baratheon.
Baratheon looks to score with a jab to the body but Marston is just out of range.
Baratheon looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Baratheon throws a combination. Marston tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Baratheon misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Marston counters with a straight right hand.#T4#
Marston feints and then cracks Baratheon's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Baratheon down.
Baratheon throws a combination that misses
and Marston counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Marston throws a big shot that misses.
A jab from Marston finds it's way through Baratheon's defenses.
Baratheon throws a poor cross that misses #KD#
and Marston counters with a crisp one two that drops Baratheon! Marston thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Baratheon to his feet! Baratheon is in big trouble!#ROC#
Baratheon is rocked!
A chopping leg kick lands by Marston.
Baratheon is still on wobbly legs! Can Marston finish him?
Today's fight clock is brought to you by... OOOH that's a huge shot by Marston! Baratheon is in big trouble here - the ref steps in to save him and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:31 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Lucas Marston!
Jumping up and down and very excited, Lucas Marston waved his t-shirt featuring MayheM sportswear's logo in front of the cameras.

 

Event: HFC Fight Night 4     
Date:   Aug 23, 2017
#R1#
Ford wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Ford swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Ford misses with a hook to the body
and Marston connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CL#
Ford has closed the distance and engaged Marston in a clinch.
Ford creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Marston's defenses.
Ford tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Marston scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Marston misses with a hook to the ribs.
Ford misses with a short punch on the inside.
Ford comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Ford misses with a hook to the ribs.
Marston takes an elbow to the temple.
Ford misses with some punches.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ford lands an elbow that stopped Marston in his tracks for a moment.
Marston takes an elbow to the temple.
Ford misses with an elbow strike.
Marston tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Marston swings wildly with an uppercut but Ford uses good head movement to avoid it.
Marston takes a knee right on the jaw!
Marston is leaning against Ford and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Marston is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Ford blocking some punches. #T1#
Marston stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Ford creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Marston's defenses.
We've been informed that Marston 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.
Ford presses Marston against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Marston working aggressively here.
Ford throws an elbow but it misses.
Ford lands a left hand.
Nice body punch from Marston.
Marston lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Ford backwards.
Marston lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Marston tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Ford's elbow.
Ford blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #BC2#
Marston pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Ford misses with a wild body shot. #CL#
Ford closes the distance and pushes Marston back into the cage.
Ford lands a right hand.
Marston lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ford throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Marston lands with a short punch from the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Marston. #T2#
Marston scores with a shot to the side of Ford's head.
Marston presses Ford against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Marston misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Marston stalling against the cage.
Ford has a couple of punches blocked by Marston.
Marston digs a right hand underneath Ford's ribcage. Ford let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Ford comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush. #BC2#
Marston's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Ford misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick. #CL#
Ford gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Ford misses with a short punch on the inside.
Marston takes an elbow to the forehead.
Marston lands a body punch.
Ford is breathing heavily.
A body shot lands from Marston.
Good body shot from Marston. #BC2#
Marston manages to break the clinch.
Ford misses with a double jab
and Marston counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Marston comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.#T3#
Nice body punch from Marston.
Marston misses with a looping right.#CL#
Ford moves into range and clinches up with Marston.
Marston pushes Ford back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Marston lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Marston throws a head punch that misses. #BC2#
Marston breaks the clinch. #CL#
Ford forces Marston back against the cage and clinches.
Marston scores with a shot to the side of Ford's head.
Marston lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Marston pushes Ford back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#ROC2#
Ford is rocked!
Marston manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ford tries a knee to the head but Marston blocks it. #BC2#
Marston's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Ford misses with a telegraphed body shot #KD2#
and Marston counters with a crisp right hand that drops Ford! Marston lets Ford back up to his feet, looking for a finish!
Oh Ford is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Marston moves in close and cracks Ford with a massive right hand! Ford, frozen momentarily in time, tumbles to the canvas, already out cold! A brutal knockout by Marston!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Lucas Marston!
Lucas Marston took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, MayheM sportswear for their support in the buildup to the fight.

 

Event: HFC Fight Night 2     
Date:   Jul 26, 2017
#R1#
Golem scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Golem moves into range and connects with a jab.
Golem scores with a hook to the body. Marston takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Golem misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Marston.
Marston swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Golem moves out of range of the strikes.
Marston keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Golem.
Golem throws a body punch but Marston moves out of range.
Marston uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Golem.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Marston! But no joy.
Golem scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Golem lands with an uppercut that bounces Marston off the cage and back into range.
Golem throws out a loose jab but Marston uses good head movement to avoid it.
Golem lands with a shot to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Golem lands with a nice combination. Marston backs away looking to recover.
Golem tries to bum rush Marston with a series of wild strikes but Marston uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Emet Golem seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Golem throws a jab but it's blocked by Marston.
Marston throws out a counter right but Golem avoids it with no problem.
Golem dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Golem misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Marston throws a body shot but no joy.
Golem was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#T1#
Marston takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Golem misses with a two punch combination.
Golem with a hook.
Golem drops his hands momentarily and Marston takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Marston displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Golem throws out the jab.
Some wild striking there from Golem.
Golem looks to score with a jab to the body but Marston is just out of range.
Golem throws a poor cross that misses
and Marston counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Golem throws a jab when Marston was well out of range.
Marston swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Golem scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Golem misses with a hook.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Marston takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Golem drops his hands momentarily and Marston takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Marston moves out of range as Golem strikes.#T2#
Golem avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Marston jabs Golem to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Golem ducks under a wild hook from Marston.
Golem pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Golem cracks Marston with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Golem misses with a combination
and Marston counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Golem throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
A countering left hand to the body from Marston misses.
Marston takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Golem looks to throw the jab but Marston is out of range.
Marston uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Golem.
Golem throws a big shot that misses.
Golem looks to throw the jab but Marston is out of range.
Golem displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Marston throws out the jab.
Golem thuds his right hand into Marston's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
A swing and a miss from Golem.#T3#
Marston takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Golem falls off balance throwing a combination
and Marston counters with a low kick, right behind Golem 's knee.
Golem will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Golem is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Marston takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Marston uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Golem.
Golem looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Marston misses with a hook. Golem ducked under it nicely.
A big right from Golem misses.
Marston now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Marston blocks a jab.
Golem displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Marston throws out the jab.
Golem is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Marston.
Golem misses with a series of wild punches.
Golem misses the shot to the body.
Golem throws a wild combination but nothing lands. #T4#
A slow jab from Golem misses its intended target.
Marston lunges at Golem with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Golem's hand.
Golem takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Golem throws a combination that misses
and Marston counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Golem moves out of range of the strikes.
Golem just misses with a punch to the body.
Golem connects with a crisp jab.
A swing and a miss from Marston.
Marston ducks under a wild hook from Golem.
A decent looking cross lands there for Golem.
Golem walks into a stiff left hand from Marston.
Golem takes a swing at Marston's ribcage but misses.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Golem rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Marston moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Marston moves away from the strike by Golem.
Golem looks to score with a jab to the body but Marston is just out of range.
Marston scores with a leg kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Emet Golem dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Marston avoids a punch combination nicely.
Golem takes a swing at Marston's ribcage but misses.
Golem ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Marston moves away.
Emet Golem is winning the standup battle so far.
Marston uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Golem.
Marston throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Golem misses with an uppercut.
Marston swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Emet Golem is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Golem scores with a jab.
Golem throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Golem misses with a jab, cross combination.
Golem tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Marston was well out of range. Poor timing from Golem.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marston throws a jab but it's blocked by Golem.
Golem scores with a crisp jab that stopped Marston in his tracks.
Golem takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Marston bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Golem's head.
Golem throws a body punch but Marston moves out of range.
Golem scores with a crisp jab that stopped Marston in his tracks. #T1#
Golem takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Golem misses the shot to the body.
Golem throws a nice looking combination but Marston bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Marston on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Golem misses with a double jab.
Sloppy strikes from Marston. Those never looked like landing.
Golem lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Marston cracks Golem with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Marston moves out of range as Golem strikes.
Golem throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Golem scores with a body shot.
Marston lands a slapping body shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A big right from Marston misses.
Golem lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Marston backs up against the cage.
Marston misses with a body shot. #T2#
Golem misses the jab.
Marston throws out a counter right but Golem avoids it with no problem.
Marston lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Golem misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Marston counters with a straight right hand.
Golem throws a sloppy body shot
and Marston connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Golem throws a right hand that Marston ducks under and follows up with a left that Marston also avoids with ease.
Golem misses with a right hand
and Marston counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Golem throws a series of punches but Marston avoids them all with ease.
Marston throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Marston is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Golem.
Golem throws out a loose jab but Marston uses good head movement to avoid it.
Golem takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Marston pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Golem thows a left - swing and a miss!
Marston let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Golem throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Marston connects with a looping right hand.
Marston lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.#T3#
Marston steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Golem.
Marston looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Marston lands a glancing blow to the side of Golem's head.
Marston throws a body punch but Golem moves out of range.
Golem misses the shot to the body.
Golem misses with a few strikes there.
Golem throws a right and a left that Marston avoids nicely.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Marston! But no joy.
Donk. Golem catches Marston right on the button with a cross.
Golem throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Golem misses with a body shot
and Golem takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Marston lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.#ROC2#
Golem is rocked!
Golem rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Marston counters with a huge left! Golem is in big trouble! He's backing up but Marston isn't giving him chance to recover. Under a barage of punches the ref has to step in to save Golem from any more damage. A dominating finish by Marston!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:48 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Lucas Marston!
Lucas Marston made sure to mention his sponsor, MayheM sportswear in his post fight interview.

 

Event: HFC 106:Sang Seok vs Scrubs     
Date:   Jul 01, 2017
#R1#
Braz changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Marston tries to avoid it but Braz manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Marston to the ground. Marston escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Braz tries for a takedown but Marston circles away easily
and Marston counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CUT2#
It looks like Shoei Braz has been cut.
Braz shoots in looking for a takedown. Marston tries to sprawl out of it but Braz keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Marston 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 Shoei Braz. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Braz changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Marston looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.#SUB#
Braz wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Marston, who protects the arm well. #SUB#
Braz is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Marston is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Braz is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Marston is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB#
Braz goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Marston rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Braz's guard! Nice work there by Marston! #T1#
Marston wants to control from the top but Braz keeps moving.
Braz has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Marston looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Marston throwing strikes but missing.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Marston trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Braz preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Marston trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Marston looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Marston throwing strikes but missing.
Marston throws an elbow that misses. Braz uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Marston's guard. Nice move by Braz!#REVR##T3##SUB#
Braz is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Marston is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Marston has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB#
Braz being controlled here, momentarily.
Marston wants to pass the guard but Braz is keeping the position.#SUB#
Braz working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Marston doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Marston manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB#
Braz working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Marston doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Marston manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Marston working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #SUB#
Braz is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB#
Marston stands over his opponent and dives in with a flying punch! Braz throws up his legs and catches Marston in a triangle! Oh this looks tight! Marston tries to escape but he's forced to tap! Wow, fantastic work there by Braz! That came out of nowhere!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Shoei Braz!
Shoei Braz really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that KnockOut logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.

 

Event: HFC 103:Northrop vs Poffo     
Date:   Jun 10, 2017
#R1#
Baratheon throws a nice looking combination but Marston bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Baratheon throws a series of strikes that have Marston backpedaling.
A slapping leg kick lands for Marston.
Marston slips a jab and a cross from Baratheon.
Marston looks to score with a jab to the body but Baratheon is just out of range.
Baratheon is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Baratheon scores with a jab to the head.
Marston misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Baratheon.
Marston lands with a right hand.
Marston is looking to clinch but Baratheon is avoiding it.
Marston takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Marston swings and misses with a hook to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A big left from Marston misses.
Baratheon lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Marston takes one on the button.#T1#
Marston has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
A decent looking cross lands there for Baratheon.#CL#
Marston drives through and clinches with Baratheon against the cage.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Marston takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Marston lands a body shot.
Baratheon goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Marston lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Baratheon looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Baratheon misses with an elbow strike.
Marston misses with the head strike.
Marston swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Marston tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Baratheon's elbow.
Baratheon lands with a short shot to the head.
Baratheon is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Marston to keep the fight standing.
Marston content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Baratheon misses with an elbow over the top.
Baratheon doesn't land with the attempted body 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!
Marston blocks an uppercut. #T2#
Baratheon scores with a shoulder strike.
Still in the clinch, Baratheon scores with a nice short uppercut.
Marston lands with a short punch from the clinch.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Marston.
Baratheon throws a punch but it's blocked by Marston.
Marston lands with a short shot to the head.
Marston working aggressively here.
Marston lands with a right to the head.
Marston digs a right hand underneath Baratheon's ribcage. Baratheon let out a lung full of air as it connected.
A short left from Baratheon.
Baratheon misses with a short punch on the inside.
Marston lands with a left to the head.
Baratheon is trying to pull guard but Marston turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Baratheon throws an elbow but it's blocked.
I was talking to Marston's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Marston lands a left hand.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Marston.
Marston lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Marston lands a hook to the side of the head.
Marston lands with a left to the head.
Baratheon creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Marston content to slow the pace in the clinch. #T3#
Marston lands a hook to the side of the head.#TD2#
Baratheon has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Marston uses from the top position.
Marston stands and throws Baratheon's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Marston throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
Sloppy strikes there by Marston.
Marston lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Marston gets to mount! Baratheon was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly.
Marston throwing sloppy strikes, which aren't doing any damage.
Baratheon is in all sorts of trouble here.
Marston throwing strikes here but Baratheon is writhing around nicely and avoiding any serious damage.
Baratheon is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Marston breaks from Baratheon's wrist control and lands an elbow.
Baratheon tries to hold on but Marston postures up.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!#T4#
Baratheon is in a horrible position here, under a barrage of strikes, he's managing to avoid any damage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Baratheon regains half guard.
Marston thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #SUB2#
Baratheon looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Baratheon tries to roll over but Marston keeps him under control.
Baratheon avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Marston.
Baratheon moves into full guard.
Baratheon keeping moving, preventing Marston from controlling successfully.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#SUB2#
Baratheon had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Marston defends it easily.
Baratheon utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Lucas Marston dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Marston misses with a straight right.
Stannis Baratheon seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Marston moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Marston blocks a jab.
Baratheon throws a series of strikes that have Marston backpedaling.
Baratheon throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Marston.
Marston feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Marston dodges the punch combination from Baratheon.
Jab from Marston.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marston throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Baratheon jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Baratheon blocks a jab.#T1#
Baratheon stalks Marston and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Marston's face. Marston staggers backwards, shaken.
Baratheon swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Baratheon avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Baratheon lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Marston takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Marston misses with a hook.
Baratheon lands with a straight right. Marston didn't see that one coming.
Baratheon throws a right and a left that Marston avoids nicely.
Marston feints a jab promting Baratheon to slip. Marston then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Baratheon slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Baratheon uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Marston.
Baratheon swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A slapping leg kick lands for Marston.
Marston misses with a right hand
and Baratheon counters with a series of strikes. Marston will be more careful next time no doubt.
Baratheon throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Marston sees it coming and avoids it easily.#T2#
A left and a right from Baratheon both land. Nice combination.
No joy there for Baratheon, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Marston scores with a one two! Baratheon had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Marston tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Baratheon was well out of range. Poor timing from Marston.
A jab from Marston misses.
Baratheon looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Baratheon digs a good hook to Marston's body. #CL#
Marston moves into the clinch.
Baratheon tries to pull guard but Marston holds him up against the cage and eventually Baratheon drops back down to his feet.
Baratheon takes a shot to the head.
Baratheon tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Marston's elbow.
A battle for position here, against the cage.#T3#
Baratheon misses with a punch to the body.
Baratheon has a couple of punches blocked by Marston.
Baratheon misses with a hook from the clinch.
Baratheon creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Baratheon tries to pull guard but Marston forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Marston goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Marston misses with a short punch on the inside.
Marston tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Baratheon is trying to pull guard but Marston has him pressed against the cage.
Lucas Marston has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Stannis Baratheon.
A right handed body shot lands from Baratheon.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Marston.
Marston swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Marston lands a body punch in the clinch.
Baratheon is breathing heavily.
Baratheon swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Marston misses with a body punch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Baratheon.
Marston lands a left hand.
Baratheon tries to pull guard but Marston won't allow it.
Marston effectively controlling the action here.#T4#
A short right from Marston.
Marston working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Marston blocking some punches.
Marston misses with a hook from the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Baratheon.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Marston creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A short right from Marston.
Baratheon lands a right hand.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Marston.
Baratheon misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Baratheon misses with a punch on the inside.
Marston gets through Baratheon's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Marston blocks an elbow strike.
Marston pressing his opponent against the cage.
Baratheon throws a punch but it's blocked by Marston.
Baratheon blocking some punches.
Marston working some nice short punches in the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Lucas Marston 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. And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Baratheon misses with the combination.
Marston wants to land a leg kick but Baratheon is out of range.
Baratheon throws a hook but Marston blocks it.
Baratheon moves away from the strike by Marston.
Marston takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.#CL#
Marston moves into the clinch.
Baratheon blocks a body shot from Marston.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Baratheon lands a hook that snaps the head of Marston backwards. #TD2#
Baratheon gets control of Marston's arms and successfully pulls guard. Baratheon 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.#SUB2#
Baratheon looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #SUB2#
Baratheon looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB2#
Baratheon working for a triangle but Marston defends it easily.
Baratheon takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T1#
Marston throws a big elbow that misses.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Marston's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Marston sitting in guard here, content to control.
Baratheon throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
Marston throwing strikes from guard but Baratheon blocks nicely. #SUB2#
Baratheon is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Marston is aware though and is defending well.
Marston trying to control but Baratheon is working from the bottom.
Marston content to stall in guard here.
Stannis Baratheon has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Marston missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Marston sitting in guard here, content to control. #SUB2#
Baratheon working for submissions but it's allowed Marston to get to half guard.
Marston lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Baratheon wants to get back to full guard.
Marston throwing shots but Baratheon is blocking nicely.
Baratheon punching from the bottom. #T3#
Marston throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Baratheon throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
Marston throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Baratheon wants to improve his position but Marston is controlling well. #SUB2#
Baratheon actively working from the bottom here.
Marston slips a nice elbow through Baratheon's hands, connecting with Baratheon's forehead.
Marston lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Marston not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Baratheon is looking for a sweep. Marston is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Marston throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Baratheon is staying active underneath Marston, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Lucas Marston overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T4#
Marston working over Baratheon with some ground and pound. Baratheon looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Marston throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Baratheon makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Baratheon.#SUB2#
Baratheon looking for a guillotine here but Marston defends easily.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Marston accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Marston is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Baratheon utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Marston got a little sloppy there for a moment and Baratheon has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Marston has managed to get both his arms back between Baratheon's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Baratheon is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Marston is aware though and is defending well.

And that's the end of the fight!
Lucas Marston showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Marston, 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 Sergei Dronov scores the fight 30:27
Judge Aleksandr Martynov scores the fight 30:27
Judge Ivan Kurochkin scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Lucas Marston!

Jumping up and down and very excited, Lucas Marston waved his t-shirt featuring MayheM sportswear's logo in front of the cameras.

 

Event: HFC 98:Tavares vs Sang Seok     
Date:   May 06, 2017
#R1#
Michalak connects with a solid leg kick.
Marston looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Michalak swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Marston walks into a jab.
Michalak looks to throw the jab but Marston is out of range.
Michalak throws the kick towards the body but Marston avoids it.
Marston seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Marston waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Michalak.
Marston misses with a wild body shot.
Michalak thuds a left hand into Marston's body.
Marston avoids a kick to the body.
Michalak connects with a solid leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Michalak darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Michalak moves out of range as Marston throws a body kick.
Michalak's coach down at Wreckshop was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Michalak's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Michalak defending well as Marston loads up on a big left hand.
Marston staying out of range there.
Marston appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Marston takes one on the button.#T1#
Michalak ducks under a wild hook from Marston.#CL#
Marston has managed to clinch.
Marston prevents Michalak from breaking the clinch.
Michalak looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Marston tries to work over Michalak's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC2#
Michalak pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
We've been told by Marston's head coaches at LOD: Club Pain that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Michalak ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Michalak misses with a wild body shot.
Michalak throws out a powerful jab.
Michalak swats away the attempt to clinch by Marston.
Michalak connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Marston's hands.#T2#
Marston on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Donk. Michalak catches Marston right on the button with a cross.
Michalak checks the leg kick.
Michalak throws a leg kick
and Marston counters with a three punch combo that has Michalak backing up. Michalak nods at Marston to acknowledge the strikes.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Jab, jab by Michalak - just one landing.
Michalak lands with a good body shot.
Michalak throws a jab but it's blocked by Marston.
Michalak keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Michalak lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Michalak.
Michalak misses with a hook
and Marston counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Marston misses with an uppercut.
Michalak looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Marston slips under a jab from Michalak.#T3#
Jab by Michalak.
Marston walks into a straight right hand from Michalak.
Michalak ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Marston misses with an uppercut. Michalak saw that one coming.
Marston blocks a jab.
Michalak stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Marston.
Michalak misses with an uppercut. Marston saw that one coming.
Marston tries to counter by clinching up but Michalak breaks away and moves out of range.
Marston steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Michalak.
Marston is looking to counter the offense by Michalak and move into the clinch.
Michalak looks to throw the jab but Marston is out of range.
Michalak lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Michalak thuds his shin into the meat of Marston's side.
Marston takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Michalak swings widly with a right hand
and Marston counters with a straight right hand.#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!
A jab lands there for Michalak.
Michalak is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Marston had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
Marston has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Marston there as he acknowledges the shot.
Michalak misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Marston.
Marston doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Michalak throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Marston sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Stefan Michalak seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Marston fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Michalak checks it well.
Michalak doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Michalak swats away the attempt to clinch by Marston.
Michalak lands a nice hook to Marston's body. Marston takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Michalak misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Marston.
Michalak takes one to the side of the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Stefan Michalak dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Michalak misses with a body kick.
Michalak avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Marston looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Marston throws an off balance right hand
and Michalak counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Michalak has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Marston uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Michalak.
Michalak misses with a straight right.
A little feinted left hand from Marston on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Marston steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Michalak.
Michalak with a jab.
Marston takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marston fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Marston has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
The fighters circling - Michalak throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Marston is looking to counter punch.
Marston takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Nice defenses there by Michalak.#T1#
A looping hook to the body misses from Michalak. Marston does a little dance to reset his feet.
Marston with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row. #CL#
Marston has closed the distance and engaged Michalak in a clinch. #BC2#
Michalak breaks the clinch.
Michalak throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Marston cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Michalak throws a lazy uppercut
and Marston counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Sloppy strikes from Michalak. Those never looked like landing.
Marston is looking to counter the offense by Michalak and move into the clinch.
Marston with a hook.
Marston throws a leg kick which misses Michalak's front leg but catches the back leg as Michalak tries to avoid it.
Michalak throws a body shot but no joy.
Michalak punishes Marston's body with a nice straight punch.
Michalak ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Marston pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A left and a right from Michalak both land. Nice combination.
Marston checks the leg kick.
Marston throws a right and a left that both miss.
Marston looks to land a left hand but Michalak moved out of range nicely.
Michalak looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Michalak misses with an uppercut. Marston saw that one coming.
Nice defenses there by Marston.
Marston misses with an uppercut. Michalak saw that one coming.
Marston throws a jab but it's blocked by Michalak.
Marston misses with a wild body shot.
Michalak stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Marston.
Marston wants to clinch.#T3#
Michalak clobbers Marston with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Marston looks to throw the jab but Michalak is out of range.
Michalak misses with a few strikes there.
Michalak displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Marston throws out the jab.
A low kick from Marston misses
and Michalak makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Marston feints and then cracks Michalak's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Michalak down.
Marston throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Marston lands with a cross. #T4##CL#
Marston takes the fight into the clinch.
Michalak has had enough of the clinch but Marston keeps him there for the moment.
Marston misses with a short punch on the inside. #BC2#
Michalak's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Marston moves out of range of the strikes.
Marston throwing a counter right hand but Michalak manages to avoid it.
Nice defenses there by Marston.
Michalak keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Marston.
Marston's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Michalak connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Marston scrambles back to his feet.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Michalak uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Marston.
Marston slips under a jab.
Michalak fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
As Michalak tries to get set, Marston tries to push him back and clinch up but Michalak manages to avoid the attempt.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Stefan Michalak 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! And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Michalak lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Marston looks to land a left hand but Michalak moved out of range nicely.
Marston throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Michalak tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Michalak works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Michalak on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
A shot to the body from Michalak misses
letting Marston counter with a right hand.
Michalak throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marston gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Marston slips a jab and a cross from Michalak.
Marston is looking to counter punch.
Marston tries to clinch up but Michalak circles away and keeps his distance.
Marston throws a hook but Michalak avoids it easily.#T1#
Michalak misses with a left hand
and Marston counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Michalak cracks a nice hook into Marston's ribs.
Marston looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Marston blocks the body kick.
Michalak smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Marston slips under a jab from Michalak.
Michalak scores with a crisp jab that stopped Marston in his tracks.
Decent striking displayed by Michalak there.
Stefan Michalak seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Michalak throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Marston's head.#ROC2#
Marston is rocked!
Marston steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Michalak.
It looked like Marston was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Oh Marston is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Michalak throws a head kick but Marston moves out of range.
Marston seems to have got his legs back now.
Marston jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Marston throws a right and a left that Michalak avoids nicely. #T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Marston takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Marston tries to clinch but Michalak moves out of range.
It seemed like Michalak was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Michalak clobbers Marston with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Marston fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Marston cracks Michalak with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Marston throws a leg kick but Michalak checks it.
Michalak scores with a shot to the body.
Marston looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Michalak scores with a jab. Marston acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Michalak misses with a wild body shot.
Marston rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Michalak counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Lucas Marston has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Michalak circles to his right before unloading a perfect head kick! Marston drops to the canvas, hurt badly! Michalak follows Marston to the ground and unloads with a series of strikes that force the referee to step in and end the fight! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:08 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Stefan Michalak!
During a confident post fight interview, Stefan Michalak thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

 

Event: HFC 94:Kriel vs Pritchard     
Date:   Apr 08, 2017
#R1#
Braz tries for a takedown but Marston sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Braz fails with the takedown.
Braz looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Marston is fending him off so far but Braz persists. Nope, Marston circles away and we're back to standing.
Lucas Marston has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Shoei Braz.
Braz tries to clinch but Marston moves out of range.
A quick step to the side and Marston tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Braz with a poor takedown
and Marston cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#TD2#
Braz shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Braz was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!#SUB2#
Braz wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Marston, who protects the arm well.
Marston is looking to reverse the position.#SUB2#
Braz goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Marston rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Braz's guard! Nice work there by Marston!
Marston wants to control from the top but Braz keeps moving. #T1#
Marston wants to pass the guard but Braz is keeping the position.
Marston looking to sit in guard and control but Braz gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Braz slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.#SUB2#
Braz is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Marston knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB2#
Braz goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Marston has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Braz but great work by Marston.
Marston wants to lay and pray for a moment but Braz keeps working.
Marston will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#T2#
Marston working the head with strikes.
Braz is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Braz regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Marston.
Braz keeping moving, preventing Marston from controlling successfully.
Marston tries to free his leg and advance position but Braz is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Braz has his foot on Marston's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Marston works his way back into a safe position though.
Marston loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #SUB2#
Marston content to sit in guard, stalling... Great. Oh but he could get punished here because Braz has locked up a guillotine! Braz's face is contorted as he sqeezes tight on the submission attempt - will he finish? Marston is holding on here and Braz must be using up a lot of energy. Marston has gone limp! He's out! He's out cold! Braz gets to his feet, tossing aside his stricken foe. Arms raised, he milks the applause from the crowd. Great submission!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Shoei Braz!
Shoei Braz gave a mention to KnockOut in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).

 

Event: RBFC 90:Karjalainen vs Tavares     
Date:   Mar 17, 2017
#R1#
Sloppy strikes from Marston. Those never looked like landing.
Marston misses with a double jab
and Sanchez counters with a nice uppercut.
Sanchez avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Sanchez! But no joy.
Sanchez fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Marston has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Sanchez missing with a left hand there. Marston was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Marston scores with a body shot.
A bone on bone clash there as Marston blocks the leg kick.
Sanchez fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Marston looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marston chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Sanchez can pounce on him.
Sanchez looks to land a right hand but Marston moved out of range.
Marston rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Sanchez counters with a nice kick to the body.
Sanchez throws a right and a left that both miss.#T1#
Marston cracks a nice hook into Sanchez's ribs.
Marston on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Sanchez throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Marston throws a jab when Sanchez was well out of range.
Marston connects with a good right hand that stumbles Sanchez. Sanchez circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Sanchez misses with a double jab
letting Marston counter with a right hand.
Sanchez misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Marston.
Marston misses with an uppercut. Sanchez saw that one coming.
Marston keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
An attempted straight right counter from Marston misses the target.
A big right from Sanchez misses. #T2#
Sanchez misses with a hook. Marston ducked under it nicely.
Marston just misses with a punch to the body.
Sanchez misses with a hook
and Marston counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Sanchez defending well as Marston loads up on a big left hand.
And Sanchez responds with a good body kick, but Marston manages to step out the way in time.
Sanchez throws the left hand but Marston avoids the punch easily.
It looked like Marston was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Sanchez.
Sanchez lands a nice shot that snaps Marston's head back.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sanchez throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Marston throws the left hand but Sanchez avoids the punch easily.
Sanchez takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
We've been told by Marston's head coaches at LOD: Club Pain that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Sanchez uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Marston.
Marston misses with an attempted mid kick. #T3#
Marston throws a low kick but Sanchez moves out of range easily.
Sanchez is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Marston throws a right hand that misses
and Sanchez connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Marston throws out a loose jab but Sanchez uses good head movement to avoid it.
Sanchez lands a head kick. Marston smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Marston uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Sanchez.
An attempted straight right counter from Marston misses the target.
Marston jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Marston throws the left hand but Sanchez avoids the punch easily.
Marston jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Marston fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Sanchez tries to land a leg kick but Marston saw it coming and moves away.
Marston scores with a nice right hand. #T4#
Sanchez misses with a hook to the body
and Marston cracks him with a counter punch 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!
Marston avoids the body shot from Sanchez.
Marston misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Sanchez.
Sanchez now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Marston throws a leg kick that misses.
Marston misses with a right hand
and Sanchez counters with a nice body kick.
Marston tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Sanchez was well out of range. Poor timing from Marston.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Sanchez! But no joy.
Marston staying out of range there.
Marston feinted there with a counter leg kick.
A big right from Sanchez misses.
Marston checks a low kick from Sanchez.
Marston misses with a kick to the body.
Sanchez scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Yes Man Sanchez will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Marston cracks Sanchez with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Sanchez throws a head kick that misses.
Marston connects with a looping right hand.
Marston lands a leg kick that knocks Sanchez off balance momentarily.
Marston misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Marston keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Sanchez.
Marston misses with a double jab
and Sanchez counters with an inside leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marston is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
An inside leg kick lands from Sanchez.
Sanchez displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Marston throws out the jab. #T1#
Sanchez smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Marston throws a low kick but it's checked well by Sanchez.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Sanchez! But no joy.
Marston throws an overhand right that lands on Sanchez's shoulder, as Sanchez tries to avoid the shot.
A jab from Marston misses.
An inside leg kick lands from Sanchez.
Marston takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Marston throws a big shot that misses.
Sanchez throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Sanchez looks to land a right hand but Marston moved out of range.
Sanchez checks a leg kick.
Marston has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Sanchez finds it's way round the side to connect with Marston's head. #T2#
Sanchez rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Marston counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A big right from Marston misses.
Marston walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sanchez connects with a solid leg kick.
Sanchez misses with a low kick as Marston jumps back.
Sanchez scores with a jab.
A big left from Marston misses.
Marston swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Sanchez connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Sanchez throws a series of punches but Marston moves out of range.
Marston scores with a punch to the head.#T3#
Marston swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Marston takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Sanchez thuds a left hand into Marston's body.
Marston throws a sloppy head kick and Sanchez moves out of range easily.
Sanchez throws out a counter right but Marston avoids it with no problem.
Marston on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Sanchez throws an off balance right hand
and Marston counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Marston throws a leg kick that misses.
Sanchez fails in his attempt to clinch.
Sanchez throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Marston was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Marston misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Sanchez counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Marston thows a body kick. Sanchez tries to catch it but that hurt him. #T4#
A bone on bone clash there as Marston blocks the leg kick.
Sanchez connects with the punch.
Marston throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Sanchez throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
It looked like Marston wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Sanchez buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Marston takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Marston defending well as Sanchez loads up on a big left hand.
Nice jab there from Sanchez.
Marston connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Marston walks into a straight right hand from Sanchez.
Sanchez lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Yes Man Sanchez showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Marston works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Sanchez connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Marston throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Marston throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Sanchez on the side of the head.
Marston on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Sanchez cracks Marston with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Sanchez connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Marston momentarily.
A looping hook to the body misses from Marston. Sanchez does a little dance to reset his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marston fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Sanchez looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Sanchez keeps Marston at a distance using the push kick.
Marston jabbing away but nothing is landing. #T1#
Sanchez throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Marston throws a hook to the side of Sanchez's head but Sanchez sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A decent looking cross lands there for Marston.
Good standup being displayed there by Sanchez as he connects with a hook.
Sanchez scores with a nice strike.
Marston throws a hook to the side of Sanchez's head but Sanchez sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Sanchez blocks a leg kick.
Marston rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Sanchez cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
A low kick from Sanchez misses
and Sanchez takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Sanchez misses with a body shot.
Marston throws a leg kick but Sanchez sees it coming and checks it nicely. #T2#
Marston throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Sanchez cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Marston takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Marston turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Sanchez has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Sanchez throws the kick towards the body but Marston avoids it.
Sanchez lands a head shot.
A bone on bone clash there as Marston blocks the leg kick.
Marston lands a jab.
Sanchez scores with a hook.
Sanchez scores with a body shot.
Yes Man Sanchez seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Marston throws a looping overhand right but Sanchez ducks down to avoid it.
Lucas Marston has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Marston takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Sanchez misses the shot to the body.
Good shot there by Sanchez.
Sanchez lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Sanchez scores with a nice right hand.
Marston staying out of range there.
Donk. Sanchez catches Marston right on the button with a cross.
Sanchez thumps Marston with a low kick.
Marston swings away with a body shot that misses
and Sanchez counters with a leg kick.
Sanchez scores with a nice body kick. #T4#
Sanchez cracks Marston with an open hand slap.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Marston throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Sanchez sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Marston takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Sanchez scores with a shot to the body.
Marston has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Sanchez.
Marston is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Sanchez lands with a nice body punch.
The fighters circle momentarily. Sanchez darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
A looping hook to the body misses from Marston. Sanchez does a little dance to reset his feet.
Sanchez throws out a counter right but Marston avoids it with no problem.
Marston takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Nice jab there from Sanchez.

And that's the end of the fight!
Yes Man Sanchez comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Sanchez 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 Aleksei Zolotukhin scores the fight 28:29
Judge Konstantin Menshow scores the fight 27:30
Judge Illya Tyunina scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Yes Man Sanchez!

A very excited looking Yes Man Sanchez 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: RBFC 84:Tavares vs Yamamoto 2     
Date:   Feb 11, 2017
#R1#
Bangsit shoots in but no luck this time.
Bangsit shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Marston sprawls well. Marston wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Bangsit gets slowly back to his feet.
Marston is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Bangsit misses with a takedown
and Marston counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Lucas Marston has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Andy Bangsit.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marston throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Marston misses with a few strikes there.
Marston looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
A nice side step and Bangsit releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.#T1#
Bangsit shoots in but no luck this time.
Marston swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Marston misses with a leg kick.
We've been told by Marston's head coaches at LOD: Club Pain that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Bangsit tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Marston swivels and escapes.
Marston scores with a nice head shot.
Bangsit has his takedown stuffed
and Marston cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Marston lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Bangsit circles away quickly and effectively.
Bangsit changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Marston misses with a series of wild punches. #T2#
Nice takedown defense from Marston. No joy for Bangsit on that attempt.
Marston scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Bangsit with a poor takedown
and Marston counters with a right hand to the body.
Marston misses with an uppercut. Bangsit saw that one coming.
Bangsit looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Nice sprawl there from Marston as Bangsit shoots in.
Marston misses the jab.
Marston throws a leg kick but Bangsit checks it. #T3##KD#
Marston drops Bangsit with a beautiful combination! Bangsit stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Marston is looking for the KO!#ROC#
Bangsit is rocked!#CUT#
It looks like Andy Bangsit has been cut.
Bangsit shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Marston pinned against the cage. Marston gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Bangsit is still on wobbly legs! Can Marston finish him?#KD#
Marston sends Bangsit crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Marston is motioning to the referee to let Bangsit up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Marston lands with a good body shot.
Bangsit seems to have recovered his senses.#TD2#
Bangsit closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Marston quickly recovers to half guard.#T4##SUB2#
Bangsit is looking for a kimura here.
Bangsit is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Marston! #SUB2#
Bangsit working for a submission but Marston is keeping him at bay.
Marston working to try and regain half guard.
Bangsit punishing his opponent with strikes.
Marston tries to hold on but Bangsit pushes him away.
Bangsit punching from mount but Marston doing a good job of avoiding damage.
Bangsit thuds his fist into the canvas! Oooouch! #SUB2#
Bangsit is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Marston is surviving well by controlling Bangsit's body position as best he can.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Lucas Marston dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Andy Bangsit's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Bangsit tries for a takedown but Marston sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Marston lands with an uppercut that bounces Bangsit off the cage and back into range.
Marston misses with a body shot.
And Bangsit responds with a good body kick, but Marston manages to step out the way in time.
Marston throws out a powerful jab.
Marston throws a lazy uppercut #TD2#
and Bangsit counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Bangsit.
Marston looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bangsit in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #T1##SUB2#
Bangsit drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Marston manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Bangsit has Marston in his guard.#REVR##SUB2#
Bangsit has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Marston is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Bangsit.
Bangsit is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Bangsit is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Marston off and has taken his back!
Marston is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Bangsit can do to turn this around?#SUB2#
Marston fending off the submission attempt from Bangsit. #SUB2#
Bangsit looking to break Marston's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Marston remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Bangsit will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
Marston is trying to break free.
Bangsit has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#T2#
Marston looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment. #SUB2#
Bangsit has got his arm under Marston's chin working for the choke… has he got it? It looks pretty tight! Oh! Marston has spun round into Bangsit's guard beautifully! Well done that man!
Bangsit being controlled here, momentarily. #SUB2#
Bangsit has his foot on Marston's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Marston works his way back into a safe position though.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB2#
Bangsit looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Bangsit has momentary wrist control but Marston slips an elbow through the middle.
Marston postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Marston cracks Bangsit with a solid left hand.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Marston wants to stand but Bangsit has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
Marston makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.#T3##SUB2#
Bangsit throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SUB2#
Marston avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #SUB2#
Bangsit is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Marston is aware though and is defending well.#SUB2#
Bangsit looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Marston passes into half guard. #SUB#
Marston is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Marston perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Marston missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #SUB2#
Bangsit looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Bangsit misses with some strikes from the bottom. #T4#
Marston missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Bangsit is looking to get back to full guard here but Marston has managed to pass to side control instead.
The ground and pound from Marston seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Bangsit avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Marston.
Bangsit tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Marston wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Marston creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Bangsit sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Marston scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Bangsit to see if he's OK.#SUB#
Marston looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Bangsit is working to avoid the ground and pound but Marston connects with a decent elbow. #ROC#
Bangsit is rocked!
Bangsit throws a couple of punches but he's in a bad position and they don't land.
Bangsit is still in real trouble! Can Marston finish him?
Marston working the head and body with strikes.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Lucas Marston dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Andy Bangsit's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! And we move into the final round!
#R3##TD2#
Bangsit drives through with a takedown into Marston's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Bangsit seems to have recovered his senses.
Marston has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Bangsit missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Bangsit working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marston bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Bangsit's guard. #REVR#
Marston has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Bangsit controls Marston momentarily but Marston frees himself. #SUB2#
Bangsit is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Marston defends well.
Bangsit wants to sweep here but Marston controlling him for the moment. #T1#
Marston trying to control but Bangsit is working from the bottom.
Marston stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Bangsit swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Bangsit looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Marston wants to get up but he can't break Bangsit's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. #SUB2#
Marston avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Marston tries to free his leg and advance position but Bangsit is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Marston avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Marston's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Marston won't allow Bangsit to sweep him here. #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.
Marston stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Bangsit swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Bangsit had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Marston defends it easily.#SUB2#
Bangsit escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Marston gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Marston postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Marston trying to control the position from guard on top but Bangsit is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Marston in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Bangsit wants to sweep but no luck.
Marston trying to control the position from guard on top but Bangsit is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Marston wants to pass the guard but Bangsit is keeping the position.#SUB2#
Bangsit working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Marston doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Marston manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T3#
Marston pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Bangsit is keeping the position for now.
Bangsit keeping moving, preventing Marston from controlling successfully.
Marston passes into half guard under a barage of strikes.
Bangsit trying to control from the bottom.
Marston perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Bangsit tries to roll over but Marston keeps him under control.
Still in half guard, Marston seems content to control.
Marston working over Bangsit with some ground and pound. Bangsit looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Bangsit is looking to improve his position. #SUB2#
Bangsit looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T4#
Marston with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Bangsit is staying active underneath Marston, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Marston blocks the strikes from Bangsit.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Marston wants to lay and pray for a moment but Bangsit keeps working.
Marston prevents Bangsit from improving his position.
Bangsit is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Marston's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Marston's back!#SUB2#
Bangsit is persistently looking for the submission but Marston is defending it well. #SUB2#
Marston fending off the submission attempt from Bangsit.
Andy Bangsit has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Lucas Marston is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Bangsit takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Marston controlling the position well but he knows he's in a bad spot.

And that's the end of the fight!
Andy Bangsit comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Marston 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 Fedor Mirinova scores the fight 29:28
Judge Konstantin Menshow scores the fight 29:28
Judge Aleksandr Martynov scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Lucas Marston!

Lucas Marston made sure to mention his sponsor, MayheM sportswear in his post fight interview.

 

Event: HFC 75: Marston vs Romero     
Date:   Dec 24, 2016
#R1#
A telegraphed right hand from Romero misses the target.
Marston half committed to a counter leg kick.
Marston swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Romero looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Third Round Romero seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Romero throws a nice looking combination but Marston bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Romero's coach down at Phoenix Fight Team was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Romero's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
A cross from Romero lands.
Romero lands a jab to the head.
Romero takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Romero connects with a looping right hand.
Romero connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Marston's hands.
Marston swats away the attempt to clinch by Romero.
A jab from Romero finds it's way through Marston's defenses.
Marston misses with a body shot.
Romero throws a quick inside leg kick.
Romero misses with a kick to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Marston ducks under a wild hook from Romero.#T1#
A jab from Romero misses.
Romero staying out of range there.#CL2#
Romero closes the distance and clinches.
Romero goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Romero tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Marston's elbow.
Marston lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Romero backwards.
Marston gets through Romero's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#CUT#
It looks like Third Round Romero has been cut.
Romero misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Marston.
Romero misses with a punch on the inside.
Romero lands with a short shot to the head.
Romero misses with some punches.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Romero. #BC#
Marston escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #CL2#
Romero darts in and clinches Marston up against the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Marston. #BC#
Marston escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Marston moves away from the strike by Romero. #T2#
Marston throws a shot to the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Romero works the jab nicely.
Romero with a jab.
Marston throws a hook to the side of Romero's head but Romero sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Romero takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Marston scores with a nice strike.
Romero tries to clinch there but Marston circles away.
Marston looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Marston jabs at Romero's body.
Romero scores with a jab to the head.
Romero has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Marston.
Marston connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Romero momentarily.
Romero feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Marstons jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Romero thows a left - swing and a miss! #CL2#
Romero gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Nice body punch from Romero - that landed with a thud. #T3##BC#
Marston breaks the clinch.
Romero with a jab.
Marston misses with an uppercut.
Romero throws an off balance right hand
enabling Marston to counter with a crisp jab.
A slapping body kick lands there for Marston.
Romero 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.
Marston looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Romero throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
An attempted straight right counter from Marston misses the target.
Marston takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Nice body punch from Marston.
Marston thows a leg kick but Romero checks it
and Marston takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Romero tries to close the distance and clinch but Marston swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Marston scoring well with a low kick there.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Marston displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Romero throws out the jab.
Marston swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Romero displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Marston throws out the jab. #T4#
Marston displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination. #CL2#
Romero rushes Marston and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Marston looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Romero digs a right hand underneath Marston's ribcage. Marston let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Marston is trying to break free.
Romero misses with a punch to the body.
Romero throws a punch but it's blocked by Marston.
Romero swings wildly with an uppercut but Marston uses good head movement to avoid it. #BC#
Marston breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Jab, jab by Romero - just one landing.
Marston fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Romero swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Marston!
Nice defenses there by Marston.
Romero takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Third Round Romero will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Third Round Romero's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Romero throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Nice shot lands for Marston.
Marston moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Romero lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.#CL2#
Romero moves into the clinch.#BC#
Marston breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Romero throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Marston sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Marston fires out a quick counter leg kick but Romero just manages to avoid it.
Romero lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Marston swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Marston misses with a hook.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Marston throws a lazy right hand but Romero sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Romero tries to counter with a clinch but Marston shakes him off and moves away.
Marston uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Romero.
The fighters circling - Marston throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #T1#
Romero takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Romero throws a looping overhand right but Marston ducks down to avoid it.
Romero misses with a jab to the body
and Romero takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Marston throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. #CL2#
Romero moves into range and clinches up with Marston.
Marston effectively controlling the action here.
Romero fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #BC#
Marston pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Romero swinging wildly here.
Romero connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Marston's hands.
Marston walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Marston fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Romero manages to avoid it.#T2#
Romero steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Marston.
Romero swinging wildly here.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Marston throws a leg kick but Romero sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Romero connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Marston momentarily.
Romero connects with a looping right hand.
Lucas Marston is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL2#
Romero takes the fight into the clinch.
Marston misses with some punches.
Marston wants to break the clinch but can't.
Marston throws a head punch that misses.
Romero has a couple of punches blocked by Marston.
Romero tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Marston's elbow.
Romero misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Romero misses with a hook to the ribs.
Marston lands a hook to the side of the head.#T3#
Romero unloads a knee to the mid-section. Marston lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Marston blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Marston stalls.
Romero lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Romero tries to work over Marston's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Romero lands a hook that snaps the head of Marston backwards.
Romero blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Marston tries to break free but Romero pushes him back against the cage.
Romero lands a hook to the side of the head.
Romero can't find room to land a body shot as Marston controls the action.
Marston is looking to break free of the clinch but Romero has double underhooks.
Romero scores with a hook to the body.
Romero lands an uppercut.#BC#
Marston pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Left hook, right uppercut from Romero.
Romero tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #T4#
Marston swings and misses with a hook to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Romero dips to his left and cracks Marston with an uppercut!#CL2#
Romero pushes Marston up against the cage in a clinch.
Romero lands a left hand.
Marston blocks a body shot from Romero.
Marston working hard to break the clinch.
Marston has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Marston is trying to push Romero away but Romero has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.#BC#
Marston breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
A lazy left from Romero finds it's target.
Marston defending well as Romero loads up on a big left hand.
Romero fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Marston looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Romero tries to clinch up.
Romero uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Marston.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Romero, as that shot connected.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Third Round Romero showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Third Round Romero's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Romero misses with a straight left.
Marston is looking for a counter combo.
Romero lands a jab-cross combination.
Romero throws a shot from downtown. Marston moves away and avoids it.
Romero slips under a jab from Marston.
Marston ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Romero moves away.
Marston fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Romero manages to avoid it.
Marston throws a sloppy body shot
and Romero counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Nice cross by Marston.
Romero lands with an overhand left.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Romero throws a body shot but no joy.
Marston is looking to counter punch.
Romero scores with a three punch combo!
Marston lands a jab.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Romero tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Marston doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Romero has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T1#
Marston misses with a looping left.
A swing and a miss from Romero.
Romero slips a straight right by Marston.
A swing and a miss from Romero.
Romero lands with a shot to the body.
Marston slips under a jab from Romero.
Romero jabs at Marston's body.
Marston takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Romero misses with a kick to the body.
Romero scores with a jab. Marston acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Romero looks to land a right hand but Marston moved out of range.
Marston tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Romero was well out of range. Poor timing from Marston.
Marston connects with a good right hand that stumbles Romero. Romero circles away out of range and recomposes himself.#CUT#
That has opened up Third Round Romero's cut even more.#T2#
Marston throws a low kick but it's checked well by Romero.
Romero fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.#CL2#
Romero closes the distance and clinches.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Romero missing with knees to the body.
Romero throws a punch but it's blocked by Marston.
Romero blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Romero tries to throw a body punch but Marston avoids it by throwing Romero back against the cage.
Marston blocks an elbow strike.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Romero.
Marston is trying to break the clinch but Romero is controlling him.
Marston blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Romero lands a nice uppercut.
Marston is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Romero misses with a hook from the clinch.
Romero keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Marston's efforts to push away.
Marston misses with a hook to the ribs.
Lucas Marston has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Romero misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC#
Marston's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Romero waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Marston.
Marston pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Romero back to the cage. Marston follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Romero looks to land a left hand but Marston moved out of range nicely.
Marston appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Romero scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Third Round Romero is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Marston blocks a jab.
A punch lands to the side of Marston 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Romero changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Marston throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Romero tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Marston counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#ROC#
Romero is rocked!#T4#
Romero throws a nice looking combination but Marston bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Romero with a nice cross.
This has been an exciting period of action!#CL2#
Romero closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Marston stalling in the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Marston.
Marston tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Romero's elbow.
Marston misses with some punches.
Romero blocks an uppercut.
Marston misses with the head strike.
Marston tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Romero just stands there and leans against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Romero.
Marston has a couple of punches blocked by Romero.

And that's the end of the fight!
Third Round Romero comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Romero 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 Konstantin Menshow scores the fight 27:30
Judge Sergei Dronov scores the fight 27:30
Judge Aleksandr Martynov scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Third Round Romero!

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

 

Event: HFC 70:Yamamoto vs Yeboah     
Date:   Nov 26, 2016
#R1#
Marston throws a jab when Bangsit was well out of range.
Marston misses with a wild body shot.
Marston stuffs the takedown attempt from Bangsit. Bangsit gets slowly back to his feet.
Marston circles away from the clinch attempt.
Marston lands a jab to Bangsit's midsection.
Marston misses the shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bangsit fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Marston avoids it really well and circles away.
Marston scores with a nice right hand. #T1#
Marston jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A punch lands to the side of Bangsit 's head but he takes it in his stride.
A jab from Marston misses.
Bangsit closes the distance and clinches up with Marston, looking for a takedown. Bangsit pushes Marston against the cage but Marston circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Lucas Marston has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Andy Bangsit.
Marston tries to bum rush Bangsit with a series of wild strikes but Bangsit uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Bangsit is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Marston tries to bum rush Bangsit with a series of wild strikes but Bangsit uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Marston misses with a straight left.
Bangsit throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Marston's waist but Marston gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Bangsit off to one side. #T2#
Bangsit fails with the takedown
and Marston counters with a left and a right that stings Bangsit.
Bangsit gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily #KD#
and Marston counters with a nice right hand that sends Bangsit toppling to the canvas! Bangsit scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Marston finish him?!#ROC#
Bangsit is rocked!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Marston displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Bangsit.
Bangsit tries for a takedown but Marston circles away easily
and Marston counters with a big right hand! Oh Bangsit is in trouble here! Marston follows up with more strikes and that's it! The ref has stopped it!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Lucas Marston!
Lucas Marston opened up his post fight interview with a scream to camera that he wants a title shot! Whether he deserves the shot will be up to the management of the organization, so I guess he'll have to wait and see.

 

Event: HFC 67:Bangsit vs Pulkkinen     
Date:   Nov 04, 2016
#R1#
Odori moves away from the strike by Marston.
Marston takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Odori misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Odori looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Marston walks into a jab.
Decent striking displayed by Odori there.
Odori misses with a lunging right hand
and Marston counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Odori swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Marston throws out a counter right but Odori avoids it with no problem.
A big right from Marston misses.
Odori seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Marston throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Odori sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A punch lands to the side of Marston 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Odori looks to score with a jab to the body but Marston is just out of range.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Marston connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Marston cracks Odori with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Odori slips under a jab.#T1#
Marston throws a shot from downtown. Odori moves away and avoids it.
Odori connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Odori lands a nice looking body shot.
Marston walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Marston takes one to the side of the head.
Odori fails with an attempt to clinch.
The fighters circle momentarily. Odori darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Odori throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Marston looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Odori throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Odori digs a good hook to Marston's body.
Odori misses with a left hand
and Marston counters with a stiff right hand.
Odori just misses with a punch to the body.
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!
Odori swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Marston keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Marston doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.#T2#
Odori lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Odori tries to close the distance and clinch but Marston swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #CL#
Odori clinches up with Marston and pushes him back against the cage.
Odori lands with a right to the head. #BC2#
Marston breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Odori swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Marston looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Odori throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Marston uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Odori.
Odori connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Bon Odori seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Odori moves away from the strike by Marston.
A little feinted left hand from Odori on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Odori bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Marston waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Odori.
Odori was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
A slow jab from Odori misses its intended target.
Marston takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.#T3#
Odori takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Odori missing with a left hand there. Marston was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Odori moves in looking to clinch but Marston pushes him off.
Odori throws a predictable looking body shot
and Marston counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Odori misses with an uppercut.
Marston let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Marston tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Odori was well out of range. Poor timing from Marston.
Odori throws an off balance right hand
and Marston counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Odori works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Marston moves out of range as Odori strikes.
Marston doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Marston throws a left and a right that both miss
and Odori counters with a three punch combo that has Marston backing up. Marston nods at Odori to acknowledge the strikes.
Marston misses the jab.
Odori looks to score with a jab to the body but Marston is just out of range.
Odori misses with a hook. Marston ducked under it nicely. #T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Marston walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Odori connects with an inside leg kick.
Odori throws out a loose jab but Marston uses good head movement to avoid it.
Marston throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Odori tries to land a front kick but Marston steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Odori misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
A looping hook to the body misses from Odori. Marston does a little dance to reset his feet.
Odori throws a jab but it's blocked by Marston.
Odori thows a left - swing and a miss!
Odori throws a shot to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Marston fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Marston.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Bon Odori dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
A looping hook to the body misses from Odori. Marston does a little dance to reset his feet.
Marston moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Marston on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Odori scores with a body shot.
Odori misses with a looping right.
Marston lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt! #CUT2#
It looks like Bon Odori has been cut.
Marston walks into a jab.
Marston steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Odori.
Marston throws a poor cross that misses
and Odori counters with a straight right hand.
Marston throws a good cross that connects.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Odori scores with a decent looking hook.
Marston missing with a left hand there. Odori was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Odori is looking to counter punch.
Odori ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Marston moves away.
Odori scores with a hook.#T1#
Odori misses with a right hand
and Marston counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Marston uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Odori.
Marston moves out of range of the strikes.
Marston ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Odori misses with a lunging right hand
and Marston counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Bon Odori is winning the standup battle so far.
A right-left combo lands from Odori.
Marston scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Marston digs a good body shot into Odori's ribs.
Marston slips under a jab.
Marston misses with a double jab #CL#
and Odori holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Odori misses with a short punch on the inside.
Odori fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #T2#
Odori fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Marston blocking some punches.
Odori blocking some punches.
Odori has a couple of punches blocked by Marston.
Odori working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Odori misses with the head strike.
Marston looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Good body shot from Odori.
Odori throws a head punch that misses.
Marston prevents a body shot from Odori.
Odori lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Odori lands a right hand that snaps the head of Marston backwards.
I was talking to Odori's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Marston tries to break the clinch but Odori is controlling the position.
Odori misses with the head strike.
A body shot lands from Marston.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Marston.
Odori throws a punch but it's blocked by Marston.
Marston content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Odori stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.#T3#
Odori misses with a hook from the clinch.
Odori is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Marston can do to turn this around?
Odori tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Odori.
Marston scores with an uppercut up the middle.#BC2#
Marston's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Odori throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Marston counters with a left to the body.
Odori thows a leg kick but Marston checks it
and Marston counters with a straight right hand.
Marston takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Marston avoids a punch combination nicely.
Marston lands with a shot to the body.
Odori lands a nice looking body kick.
Marston lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.#T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Odori paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Odori with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Good shot there by Marston.#ROC2#
Odori is rocked!
Odori looks to score with a jab to the body but Marston is just out of range.
Marston takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Marston scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Marston misses the shot to the body.
Marston lands with a shot to the body.
Odori rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Marston counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Odori thinking.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Odori moves into range and connects with a jab.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Marston slips a straight right by Odori.
Marston is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Marston lands a glancing blow to the side of Odori's head.
Marston throws a body punch but Odori moves out of range.
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 Bon Odori will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Bon Odori's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Odori missing with a left hand there. Marston was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Odori takes a swing at Marston's ribcage but misses.
Odori tries to close the distance and clinch but Marston swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Odori turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Odori displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Marston throws out the jab.
A looping hook to the body misses from Marston. Odori does a little dance to reset his feet.
Marston throws a jab when Odori was well out of range.
Marston misses with a straight right.
Marston steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Odori.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Odori avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Odori lands a nice looking body shot.
Odori throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Marston is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Odori with a body shot.
Marston misses with a hook. Odori ducked under it nicely.
Odori throwing a counter right hand but Marston manages to avoid it.#T1#
A jab lands there for Odori.
Marston misses with a straight left.
Marston takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Odori swings for the body but Marston moves out of range.
Marston looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Marston misses with a straight right.
Marston slips under a jab.
Odori throws a sloppy head kick
and Marston counters with a stiff right hand.
Odori with a nice cross.
Marston connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Odori throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Marston looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Marston swings away with a body shot that misses
and Odori counters with a nice leg kick.
Odori misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Marston counters with a nice body shot.
Odori tries to clinch up but Marston circles away and keeps his distance.#T2#
Marston fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Odori fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Marston manages to avoid it.
Marston throws a body punch but Odori moves out of range.
Marston throws out a loose jab but Odori uses good head movement to avoid it.
Marston defending well as Odori loads up on a big left hand.
Marston misses with a looping right.
Marston ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Odori moves away.
Odori connects with a body shot that sends Marston's belly button to the back.
Odori tests Marston's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Odori uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Marston.
Jab by Marston.
Marston avoids the head kick by Odori.
Marston throws a body shot but no joy.
Lucas Marston has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Odori doesn't manage to clinch there - Marston circles away.
Odori showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Marston.
Odori scores with a nice body kick.
Marston throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Odori counters with a nice uppercut.
Marston on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Odori. Odori obviously looking to wear him down.
Odori keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Marston.
Marston fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Odori on the side of the head.
Marston has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Odori finds it's way round the side to connect with Marston's head.
Marston throws a predictable looking body shot
and Odori counters with a stiff right hand.
Marston fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Bon Odori is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T4#
Good exchange - Odori coming out on top.
Odori scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Marston stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Odori.
Odori explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Marston cracks Odori with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Odori lands a front kick.
Marston takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Odori throws a nice outside leg kick.
Odori scores with a hook.
Odori lands with a shot to the body.
Marston pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Odori swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Marston avoids a punch combination nicely.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Viktor Lagutenko scores the fight 30:27
Judge Fedor Mirinova scores the fight 30:27
Judge Konstantin Menshow scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bon Odori!

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

 

Event: HFC 59:Obuhov vs Sonnen     
Date:   Sep 24, 2016
#R1#
Machida throws a leg kick
and Marston connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Machida gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Marston changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Machida moves away from the strike by Marston.
Machida throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Marston stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Marston scores with a jab to the body.
Machida throws a nice inside leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marston scores with a punch to the head.
We've been told by Marston's head coaches at [LOD]Berlin Giants that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Machida ducks under a wild hook from Marston.
It seemed like Machida was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Machida misses with a right hand
enabling Marston to counter with a crisp jab.
Lyoto Machida seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Machida throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T1#
Machida doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Marston connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Marston moves out of range as Machida strikes.
Marston moves into range and connects with a jab.
Marston looks to land a left hand but Machida moved out of range nicely.
And Machida tries to counter it with a takedown but Marston pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Machida throws a leg kick that is checked
letting Marston counter with a right hand.
Marston lands a nice looking body shot.
Marston shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Machida shoots in for a takedown but Marston shows good takedown defense.
Machida goes for a double leg but Marston avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Marston continues to drive forward.
Lucas Marston has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Lyoto Machida.
Machida misses with an uppercut. #T2#
Marston ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Machida throws a sloppy head kick and Marston moves out of range easily.
Marston uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Machida has time to react.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Marston uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Machida.
Marston scores with a jab to the body.
Machida staying out of range there.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Machida! But no joy.
Marston with a hook.
Marston cracks Machida with a right hand to the side of the head.
Marston scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Marston bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Marston lands a jab.#T3#
Machida throws a lazy head kick
and Marston connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Marston avoids the body shot from Machida. #KD#
Marston cracks Machida with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Marston has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Machida to stand back up!#ROC#
Machida is rocked!
Machida keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Machida is still on wobbly legs! Can Marston finish him?
Machida fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Machida throws a leg kick
and Marston counters with a lovely straight right hand!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Machida tries to land a body kick#KD#
and Marston counters with a right hand that sends Machida tumbling to the canvas! Can Marston finish him? He dives into Machida's guard looking to do just that!
Marston stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Machida swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Marston throwing strikes but missing.
Machida seems to have recovered his senses.#T4#
Marston in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Marston missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Marston trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Marston scoring with some ground and pound.
Marston won't allow Machida to sweep him here.
Marston postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Marston showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Marston throwing strikes but missing.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Lucas Marston dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Marston on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Machida lands with a cross.
Machida throws a leg kick but Marston sees it coming and moves out of range.
Marston lands with a good body shot.
Machida throws a lazy uppercut
enabling Marston to counter with a crisp jab.
Nice uppercut there from Machida.
A swing and a miss from Marston.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Machida dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Marston. That did some damage!
Marston looks to score with a jab to the body but Machida is just out of range.
A left lands for Marston.#T1#
Machida looks to land a body kick but Marston moved away.
Machida takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Marston is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Machida can do to turn this around?
Marston misses the jab.
It seemed like Machida was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Machida misses with a hook to the body
letting Marston counter with a right hand.
Marston avoids the body shot from Machida.
Machida jabs Marston right on the nose. Marston blinks but takes it well.
Machida is looking to land body kicks.
Marston keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Marston throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Machida sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Marston throws a body punch but Machida moves out of range. #T2#
Marston looks to score with a jab to the body but Machida is just out of range.
Machida tries to land a body kick
and Marston cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Marston slips a straight right by Machida.
Machida throws a nice inside leg kick.
Marston defending well as Machida loads up on a big left hand.
Marston throws a right and a left that both miss.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A slow jab from Machida misses its intended target.
Machida throws a hook but Marston blocks it.
Machida slips a jab from Marston.
Machida takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Marston lands a jab to Machida's midsection.#T3#
Machida misses with an attempted mid kick.
Machida looks to land a combination. Marston sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Machida throws a chopping leg kick but Marston manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Marston throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Machida looks to land a right hand but Marston moved out of range.
Machida throws a body shot but no joy.
A lazy left from Marston finds it's target.
Marston throws a body punch but Machida moves out of range.
A head kick misses from Machida.
Lucas Marston is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Machida throws the kick towards the body but Marston avoids it.#T4#
Marston lands a right hook to the body.
Machida throws a head kick but Marston moves out of range.
Machida misses with a hook
and Marston counters with a lovely shot to the body.
A low kick from Machida is predictable there
and Marston counters with a stiff right hand.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Machida throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Marston looks to land a right hand but Machida moved out of range.
Marston throws a series of punches but Machida moves out of range.
Marston misses with a body shot.
Machida has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Machida rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Marston moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Marston misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Machida.
And Machida responds with a good body kick, but Marston manages to step out the way in time.
Lucas Marston is winning the standup battle so far.
Marston misses the body punch
and Machida counters with a nice low kick that buckles Marston's knee momentarily.
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 Lucas Marston will probably get the nod.
That's time! Marston's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Marston swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Marston just misses with a punch to the body.
Despite the aggression on Machida's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Machida steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Marston.
Machida scores with a nice body kick.
Marston checks a leg kick.
Machida tries to land a front kick but Marston steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Marston throws a body shot but no joy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A solid leg kick lands there for Machida.
Machida gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Marston counters with a three punch combo that has Machida backing up. Machida nods at Marston to acknowledge the strikes.
Machida moves out of range as Marston strikes.#T1#
Marston scores with a jab. Machida acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Machida scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Marston doesn't seem bothered though. #TD2#
Machida scores with a takedown into Marston's guard.#ES#
Marston kicks Machida off and gets to his feet.
Machida misses with the combination.
Machida throws a lazy uppercut
and Marston counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A slow jab from Machida misses its intended target.
Machida goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Lyoto Machida has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Machida walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Marston checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Machida uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Marston.
Machida tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Marston throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Machida stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Machida takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Machida gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Marston cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Marston bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Machida's head.
A looping hook to the body misses from Marston. Machida does a little dance to reset his feet.
Machida throws a body punch but Marston moves out of range.
Marston tests Machida's chin there with a solid looking shot.#T3#
Marston lands a jab to Machida's midsection.
Marston lands a body shot.
Machida throws a head kick but Marston moves out of range.
Marston ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Machida throws a leg kick
and Marston counters with a nice uppercut.
Marston showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Machida.
Marston throwing a counter right hand but Machida manages to avoid it.
Marston fakes a right and follows up with a big left that drops Machida to one knee - oooooh, he's wobbly! Machida looks to clinch but Marston throws him off and pummels him into the canvas! Machida taps out under the strikes! The fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:54 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Lucas Marston!
A pretty intense looking Lucas Marston took the opportunity post-fight to ask for a shot at the title.

 

Event: UB10: Violence, Violence     
Date:   Aug 26, 2016
#R1#
Milne rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Marston counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
We've been told by Milne's head coaches at Signature Martial Arts that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Marston gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Milne.
Marston swings widly with a right hand
and Milne counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Milne misses with a looping left.
Marston has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Milne finds it's way round the side to connect with Marston's head.
Milne throws a shot from downtown. Marston moves away and avoids it.
Marston moves out of range as Milne strikes.
Marston throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Milne changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Harry Milne seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Milne jabs at Marston's body.
Jab from Marston.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Milne throws a leg kick that is checked
and Marston counters with a three punch combo that has Milne backing up. Milne nods at Marston to acknowledge the strikes.
Milne lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Milne ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.#T1#
Marston is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Milne.
Milne misses with an uppercut.
The fighters circling - Milne throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Marston! But no joy.
Marston punishes Milne's body with a nice straight punch.
Marston stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Milne.
Milne throws a poor cross that misses
letting Marston counter with a right hand.
Milne misses with a shot to the body
and Marston counters with a straight right hand.
Milne throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Milne throws an off balance right hand
and Marston counters with a right hand to the body.
Milne takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Milne misses the jab.
Marston ducks under a wild hook from Milne.
Marston throws out a counter right but Milne avoids it with no problem.#T2#
Milne bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Marston's head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Marston walks into a jab.
Milne missing with a left hand there. Marston was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Milne slips a jab and a cross from Marston.
Milne jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
A looping hook to the body misses from Marston. Milne does a little dance to reset his feet.
Milne waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Marston.
Marston looks like he wants to counter punch here.
A slow jab from Milne misses its intended target.
Milne lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Milne misses with an uppercut
and Marston counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Marston sizes up Milne with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Milne jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Marston takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Marston throws a lazy uppercut
and Milne counters with a straight right hand.#T3#
Marston loads up on a big right hand but Milne slips the punch.
Milne is looking to counter punch.
Milne looks to throw the jab but Marston is out of range.
Marston ducks under a wild hook from Milne.
Marston moves out of range as Milne strikes.
Milne with a jab.
Marston moves out of range of the strikes.
Milne throws a hook but Marston blocks it.
A big right from Milne misses.
Milne is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Marston.
Milne missing with a left hand there. Marston was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Milne lands a nice looking body shot.
Marston uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Milne. #T4#
Milne takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Milne throws a right hand that misses
letting Marston counter with a right hand.
Milne is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Marston looks to throw the jab but Milne is out of range.
Milne feints and then cracks Marston's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Marston down.
Marston takes a shot to the body in his stride.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A looping hook to the body misses from Marston. Milne does a little dance to reset his feet.
Milne looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Milne misses with a jab to the body
and Marston counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Marston comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Marston keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Milne.
Marston throws a hook but Milne blocks it.
Milne throws an off balance right hand
and Marston counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Milne throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#T5#
Milne tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Marston now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Milne misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Marston.
Marston scores with a jab to the jaw.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Milne.
Milne ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Milne keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Milne half committed to a counter leg kick.
Milne cracks Marston with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Milne pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A nice side step and Marston releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Decent striking displayed by Marston there.
Marston blocks a low kick nicely.
Marston looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Marston scores with a hook to the body. Milne takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Marston takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Marston lands a right hook to the body. #T6#
Marston chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Milne can pounce on him.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Milne misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Marston.
Milne throws an off balance right hand
and Marston connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Milne misses with a body shot
and Marston counters with a nice uppercut.
Marston avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Marston throws out a loose jab but Milne uses good head movement to avoid it.
A low kick from Milne is predictable there
and Marston counters with a straight right hand.
Marston throws a left jab followed by a right to the body, Oh Milne colapses and takes a barrage of punches from Marston as he moves to mount! the ref stops the fight and Milne is left battered and dazed whilst Marston and his camp cheer!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 6:43 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Lucas Marston!
Lucas Marston is the new super heavyweight champion!
Lucas Marston made sure to mention his sponsor, Sun-Tzu in his post fight interview.

 

Event: UB7: Body Count     
Date:   Jul 29, 2016
#R1#
A nice combination there by Marston. #CUT2#
It looks like Osvaldo Gomez has been cut.
Osvaldo Gomez seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Gomez keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Gomez tries to grapple but his opponent circles
letting Marston counter with a right hand.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Gomez.
Marston has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Gomez.
Marston avoids the head kick by Gomez.
Marston misses with a jab, cross combination.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gomez throws a leg kick
enabling Marston to counter with a crisp jab.
Gomez ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Gomez throws a leg kick
and Marston connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
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!
Marston scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Gomez doesn't seem bothered though. #T1#
Gomez misses with a wild body shot.
Marston throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Marston is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Gomez gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Marston counters with a lovely straight right hand!#ROC2#
Gomez is rocked!
Gomez 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.
Marston doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Gomez tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Marston was well out of range. Poor timing from Gomez.
Marston appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Gomez misses with a head kick.
The fighters circling - Gomez throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Marston lands a slapping body shot.
Marston checks a low kick from Gomez.
Marston doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Gomez misses with a shot to the body
and Marston connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T2#
Marston rushes Gomez with punches - Gomez moves straight backwards instead of circling and gets clipped by the second strike... and the third... and the fourth! Oh, Gomez goes down! Marston follows up with more strikes and the ref steps in to end the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:08 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Lucas Marston!
Lucas Marston very nearly forgot to thank Sun-Tzu 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.
Osvaldo Gomez was interviewed post fight and said 'Win or lose he hits like a bitch'.

 

Event: UB4: Wake the Dead     
Date:   Jul 01, 2016
#R1#
Marston scores with a jab.#CL#
Marston gets tackled into the ropes by Kassab. Kassab maintains the clinch.
Kassab has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Marston is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Marston stops a takedown attempt from Kassab.
Kassab tries for a takedown. No joy.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Walood Kassab. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kassab wants to take the fight to the mat but Marston manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Kassab is looking to take this one to the mat.
Kassab 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.
Kassab looking for a takedown.
Kassab blocks a body shot from Marston.
Marston wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Kassab has him pressed against the ropes.#BC2#
Marston manages to break the clinch. #CL#
Kassab has taken the fight to the clinch. #BC2#
Marston breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Kassab has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Kassab there as he acknowledges the shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marston steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kassab.
Marston lands a nice shot to the body.
Kassab takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Marston throws a hook but Kassab avoids it easily.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kassab ducks under a wild hook from Marston.
Marston lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook. #CUT2#
It looks like Walood Kassab has been cut.#T1#
Marston fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Kassab will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Marston! But no joy.
Marston bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Kassab's head.
Marston takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
A shot to the liver by Marston. Beautiful body shot.
Lucas Marston is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Marston scores with a body shot.
Kassab throws a sloppy body shot
and Marston counters with a stiff right hand.
Kassab throws a poor cross that misses
and Kassab takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
The fighters circling - Marston throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kassab throws an overhand right that lands on Marston's shoulder, as Marston tries to avoid the shot.
Kassab misses with a takedown attempt
letting Marston counter with a right hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A swing and a miss from Marston.
Marston throws a hook to the side of Kassab's head but Kassab sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kassab moves out of range of the strikes.
Marston scores with a punch to the head.
Kassab throws an overhand right that lands on Marston's shoulder, as Marston tries to avoid the shot. #T2#
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Marston, as that shot connected.
Kassab has his takedown stuffed
and Marston cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Marston lands a body shot.
Marston lands with a good body shot.
Marston scores with a jab.
A jab from Marston misses.
Marston misses with a hook.
Marston throws an overhand right that lands on Kassab's shoulder, as Kassab tries to avoid the shot. #TD#
Kassab gets a double leg takedown into Marston's guard.
Kassab is fighting to break Marston's control of his arms but Marston is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#SUB2#
Marston is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Marston seems keen to control Kassab's posture.
Kassab preventing the sweep. #T3#
Marston is controlling Kassab's posture.
Marston is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Kassab missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Kassab won't allow Marston to sweep him here.
Marston preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Kassab stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Marston swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Marston is trying to keep Kassab in close.
Kassab preventing the sweep.
Kassab content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Kassab trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #T4##SUB2#
Marston is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Kassab defends well.
Kassab scoring with punches to the head and body.
Kassab loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Kassab is in close to Marston's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Kassab is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Kassab stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Marston swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Kassab chips away with some ground and pound.
Kassab loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Kassab scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Marston is trying to keep Kassab in close.
Marston preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Kassab won't allow Marston to sweep him here. #T5#
Marston bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Kassab's guard. #REVB#
Marston throwing strikes from guard but Kassab blocks nicely.
Marston trying to control but Kassab is working from the bottom.
Kassab has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Marston preventing the sweep.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Marston is pushing down on Kassab's leg trying to pass to half guard. Kassab is fighting to maintain full guard but Marston has managed to sneak the leg through.
Marston throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Marston throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Kassab to regain full guard. #SUB2#
Marston drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Kassab manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Marston has Kassab in his guard.#REVR#
Marston is trying to control the position but Kassab postures up. #T6#
Kassab cracks Marston with a solid left hand.
Kassab makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Marston looking for a sweep. Not yet Marston, not yet.
Marston wants to stand but Kassab is controlling the position.
Kassab throwing strikes from guard but Marston blocks nicely.
Marston can't keep his opponent in guard - Kassab advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Marston is trying to control but can't.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Kassab winds up and cracks Marston with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Marston is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Kassab not landing any meaningful shots this time. #T7#
Marston is trying to stand back up but Kassab is controlling him
Marston trying to hold on to Kassab's head to control him but Kassab postures up.
Marston makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Marston.
Marston pulls Kassab in close to his closed guard and prevents Kassab from doing any damage or advancing position.
Kassab won't allow Marston to sweep him here.
Kassab is looking to work some ground and pound but Marston has wrist control.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Kassab accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #SUB2#
Marston working for submissions but it's allowed Kassab to get to half guard.
Kassab is nestled in close to Marston, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Kassab thows a huge punch but Marston dodges it nicely. #T8#
Marston gets back to full guard. #SUB2#
Kassab avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Kassab postures up.
Kassab tries to free his leg and advance position but Marston is retaining full guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Kassab accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Kassab lands a couple of digs.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Marston holds on and takes a little breather.
Kassab chips away with some ground and pound.
Marston trying to keep a closed guard but Kassab is proving a slippery customer.
Kassab distracts Marston with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Kassab trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #T9#
Kassab postures up in Marston's guard and throws a big left but Marston blocks it.
Marston manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Kassab manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Marston trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Marston is looking to stand up but Kassab won't let him.
Kassab working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Marston.
Marston throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Marston accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Marston in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Marston accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Kassab looking for a sweep. Not yet Kassab, not yet.
Marston trying to control but Kassab is working from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Lucas Marston dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Walood Kassab's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R2#
Marston throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kassab shoots for a double leg takedown but Marston sprawls well. He's pushed Kassab's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. #TD#
Kassab gets a takedown into half guard.
Marston is looking to control Kassab's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Marston avoid being mounted?
Marston is trying to get back to full guard.
Marston has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Marston has his hands clasped together around Kassab's back. He's all about the action.
The fighters are battling for position here. Marston manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Kassab's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Marston has his hands on Kassab's head, controlling the position. #T1#
Kassab throwing strikes but missing.
Kassab postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Kassab throws a big elbow that misses.
Marston is trying to control the position but Kassab postures up.
Kassab throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Marston works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Marston is adopting a defensive guard.
Marston avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Kassab scoring with punches to the head and body. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Marston is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Kassab throwing strikes from guard but Marston blocks nicely.
Kassab throwing strikes from guard but Marston blocks nicely.
Marston 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#
Marston has his foot on Kassab's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Kassab works his way back into a safe position though.
Kassab advances position into side control!
Kassab throws a strike aimed at the side of Marston's head but Marston avoids it well.
Marston is trying to improve his position.
Kassab landing strikes. #T3#
Marston is trying to get back to half guard.
Kassab working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Marston is looking for a sweep.
Kassab throws a strike aimed at the side of Marston's head but Marston avoids it well.
Kassab connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Marston some visible discomfort.
Kassab connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Marston some visible discomfort.
Marston sneaks back into half guard.
Marston is trying to maintain the position but Kassab is very close to passing his half guard.
Kassab thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Marston taking some punishment here, with Kassab in his half guard.
Marston has hold of Kassab's hands but Kassab slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.#T4#
Kassab scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Kassab is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Kassab thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Marston wants to get back to full guard.
Kassab passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Marston!
Kassab in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
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!
Kassab working the ground and pound effectively.
Marston is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Kassab lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
Marston taking shots to the head.
Kassab lands a couple of good shots and Marston has given up his back, trying to escape the position!#T5#
Kassab lands a punch to the side of the head from the back.
Kassab is trying to stick to Marston's back but Marston is turning into Kassab. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Kassab's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Marston.
Marston lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Kassab bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Marston's guard. #REVR##SUB2#
Marston had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Kassab defends it easily.#SUB2#
Marston looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Marston is breathing heavily.
Marston managing to control the position.
Marston is trying to keep Kassab in close. #T6#
Kassab connects with a couple of short punches.
Marston utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #SUB2#
Marston looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Kassab pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Marston is keeping the position for now.
Kassab throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Marston works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Marston 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#
Marston throws a strike but Kassab avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
Marston stands and throws Kassab's legs to the side, diving into side control.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kassab regains half guard, as Marston was trying to land strikes. #T7#
Marston tries to stand and escape but Kassab is controlling the position.
Marston is thwarting Kassab's attempts to control the position.
Marston drops an elbow to the side of Kassab's head.
Marston trying to control from half guard but Kassab is working away.
Marston looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Kassab with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. #SUB2#
Marston is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #T8#
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.
Marston is looking to take a break and control but Kassab is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Kassab regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Marston.
Kassab is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Kassab keeping full guard, as Marston tries to pass.
Kassab looking to control.
Marston landing with the ground and pound. #T9#
Marston scoring with punches to the head and body.
Walood Kassab overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Marston trying to control the position from guard on top but Kassab is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Marston wants to pass the guard but Kassab is keeping the position.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Marston passes Kassab's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Marston is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Kassab reverses the position - he's now on top in Marston's guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kassab trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.

And that's the end of the fight!
Walood Kassab showed his dominance in that final round.
I have no idea who won that fight. Let's wait and see whether the judges are as confused as me! Time for a split decision perhaps?!. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.

Judge Luis Engracia scores the fight for Lucas Marston!
Judge Emerson Jorge scores the fight for Walood Kassab!
Judge Edson Gomes scores the fight for Lucas Marston!

Lucas Marston wins by split decision!

Lucas Marston really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Sun-Tzu logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.

 

Event: UB3: Lost In Life     
Date:   Jun 17, 2016
#R1#
Marston blocks a head kick by Eugemia.
Marston misses with an uppercut.
Marston looks to land a right hand but Eugemia moved out of range.
Eugemia is looking to counter the offense by Marston and move into the clinch.
Eugemia takes a jab right on the kisser.
Marston has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Eugemia is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Sloppy strikes from Marston. Those never looked like landing.
Eugemia is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Marston.
Marston looks to throw the jab but Eugemia is out of range.
Marston throws a jab but it's blocked by Eugemia.
Eugemia ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Marston moves away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A big left from Marston misses.
Eugemia slips under a jab.
Eugemia uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Marston.#T1#
A slow jab from Marston misses its intended target.
Eugemia wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Eugemia moves into range and connects with a jab.
A combination from Eugemia does no damage. #CL#
Eugemia gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
A head punch on the inside from Marston fails to land.
Marston wants to break free but Eugemia has control.
Marston is trying to push Eugemia away but Eugemia has him pressed against the ropes, so he's going nowhere.
Our sources have told us that Eugemia has been working on his elbows in the gym.#TD2#
Marston pulls guard effortlessly.
Marston trying to keep a closed guard but Eugemia is proving a slippery customer.
Marston can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Eugemia controls the pace.
Eugemia looking to pass the guard. #T2#
Marston has Eugemia pulled in close to control his posture.
Eugemia trying to control the position from guard on top but Marston is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Eugemia won't allow Marston to sweep him here.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Eugemia throwing strikes from guard but Marston blocks nicely. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Eugemia jabs Marston to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Marston has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Eugemia.
Eugemia fails in his attempt to clinch.
Lucas Marston seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T3#
Marston misses with a jab, cross combination.
Eugemia throws a nice inside leg kick.
Marston misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Eugemia.
Eugemia uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Marston.
Marston jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Eugemia wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Marston swinging wildly here.
Eugemia scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Marston misses the jab.#T4#
Eugemia doesn't manage to clinch there - Marston circles away.
Marston connects with a good right hand that stumbles Eugemia. Eugemia circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
A big right from Marston misses.
Marston just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromEugemia.
Nice uppercut lands for Eugemia. That snapped Marston's head back.
Marston moves out of range as Eugemia strikes.
Eugemia slips under a jab from Marston.
Lucas Marston is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Marston moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
A big left from Marston misses.
Marston ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Eugemia moves away.
Marston scores with a nice right hand.
Marston 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.
Marston throws a looping overhand right but Eugemia ducks down to avoid it. #T5#
Marston slaps away a takedown attempt from Eugemia, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Marston throws a hook but Eugemia avoids it easily.
Eugemia seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Eugemia takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Marston misses with a looping left.
Eugemia throws a head kick that misses.
Marston clobbers Eugemia with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Marston waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Eugemia.
Eugemia avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Eugemia lands a nice looking body shot. #T6#
Marston swings for the body but Eugemia moves out of range.
An attempted straight right counter from Eugemia misses the target.
Eugemia rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Marston connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Marston misses with a body shot #CL#
and Eugemia holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Marston lands an uppercut.#BC2#
Marston breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at 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!
Eugemia misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Marston swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Eugemia looks to throw the jab but Marston is out of range.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Marston! But no joy.#CL#
Eugemia forces Marston back against the ropes and clinches.
Eugemia keeps control of Marston as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Marston prevents the takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for John Eugemia. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Marston tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Eugemia just stands there and leans against the ropes.#T7#
Marston blocks an elbow strike.
Marston misses with a punch to the body.
Eugemia goes for a takedown in the clinch but Marston prevents it.
Marston avoids the elbow strike from Eugemia, against the ropes.
Eugemia wants to take the fight to the mat but Marston manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.#BC2#
Marston escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Eugemia misses with a shot to the body
and Marston connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Marston is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Eugemia had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.#CL#
Eugemia closes the distance and pushes Marston back into the ropes.
Eugemia tries to work over Marston's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Marston looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Eugemia working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Eugemia stalls. #TD2#
Marston pulls guard.
Eugemia forces his way into half guard.#T8#
Marston wants to get back to his feet.
Marston is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Eugemia jumps into side control!
Marston wants to get back to his feet.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Eugemia lands a few punches from side control.
Marston manages to work his way to half guard, despite Eugemia's best efforts.
Marston is looking to control Eugemia's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Marston avoid being mounted?
Marston taking some punishment here, with Eugemia in his half guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Marston is looking to control Eugemia's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Marston avoid being mounted?#T9#
Eugemia is taking a breather. Marston 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.
Eugemia trying to control from half guard but Marston is working away.
Eugemia scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Marston tries to roll over but Eugemia keeps him under control.
Marston is trying to stand back up but Eugemia is controlling him
Marston wants to control but Eugemia is keeping busy. #SUB#
Eugemia wants to work for an arm triangle but Marston is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Lucas Marston will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Eugemia will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Eugemia jabs Marston to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Eugemia tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Eugemia throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Marston counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Marston throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Eugemia throws a quick counter head kick but Marston was just out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marston lands a body shot.
Marston slips a jab from Eugemia.
Eugemia misses with an uppercut. #T1#
Eugemia throws a looping overhand right but Marston ducks down to avoid it.
Eugemia throws a hook but Marston avoids it easily.
Marston throws a shot from downtown. Eugemia moves away and avoids it.
Eugemia has his takedown stuffed
and Marston counters with a stiff right hand.
Eugemia keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Marston.
Marston misses with the combination.
Eugemia is looking to counter the offense by Marston and move into the clinch.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Eugemia.#T2#
A jab from Eugemia misses.
Eugemia throws a lazy right hand but Marston sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A telegraphed right hand from Marston misses the target.
A solid body kick from Eugemia.
Eugemia throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Marston missing with a left hand there. Eugemia was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Eugemia connects with a right hand. Marston shakes it off.
Eugemia throws a head kick that misses.
The fighters circling - Marston throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Marston jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Eugemia tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Marston manages to circle out of the way.#T3#
Eugemia moves out of range of the strikes.
Eugemia bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Marston's head backwards.
Lucas Marston seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Eugemia throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Marston throws out a counter right but Eugemia avoids it with no problem.
Eugemia avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Eugemia tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Marston manages to circle out of the way.
Eugemia scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Marston dips to his left and cracks Eugemia with an uppercut!
Marston connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Marston throws a hook to the side of Eugemia's head but Eugemia sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Marston jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Eugemia half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
A swing and a miss from Marston.#T4#
Marston misses with a hook to the body
and Eugemia counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Marston misses with a left hand
and Eugemia counters with a series of strikes. Marston will be more careful next time no doubt.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Eugemia on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Marston moves out of range of the strikes.
Marston uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Eugemia.
Marston unleashes a big counter combination but Eugemia bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Eugemia takes one to the side of the head.
Eugemia misses with a straight right.
Marston misses with a left hand
and Eugemia connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Eugemia closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. #T5#
A left lands for Marston.#ROC2#
Eugemia is rocked!
A cross from Marston lands.
Oh Eugemia is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Marston throws a lazy right hand but Eugemia sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Eugemia tries to counter with a takedown but Marston is quick to defend against it.
Marston throws a left and a right that both miss
and Eugemia counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Marston takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Eugemia seems to have got his legs back now.
Marston slips a straight right by Eugemia.
Marston moves away from the strike by Eugemia.
Eugemia bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Marston circles away from the clinch attempt. #T6#
Eugemia misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Marston throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Marston misses with a lunging right hand
and Eugemia counters with a nice uppercut.
Eugemia with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Marston to score with a decent uppercut.
Marston doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Marston circles away from the clinch attempt.
Eugemia goes for a double leg but Marston avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the ropes as Marston continues to drive forward.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for John Eugemia. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Eugemia looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. #KD2#
Marston lands a big uppercut and Eugemia crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Eugemia looks OK. Marston waves Eugemia back to his feet!
Eugemia tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Marston manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#T7#
Eugemia throws a jab when Marston was well out of range.
Marston is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Eugemia with a body shot.#CL#
Eugemia takes the fight into the clinch.
Eugemia stalling the fight.
Eugemia has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Marston avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Marston makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Marston is trying to maintain a safe position but Eugemia gets an underhook and turns Marston into the ropes.
Marston tries to circle away but Eugemia has him pinned against the ropes.#BC2#
Marston breaks from the clinch.
Marston throws a right hand that misses
and Eugemia counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Marston throws a jab when Eugemia was well out of range.
Eugemia feinted with a counter takedown.
A swing and a miss from Eugemia.
A little jabbing left from Marston on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
John Eugemia is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#T8#
Marston thuds a left hand into Eugemia's body.
Eugemia throws the left hand but Marston avoids the punch easily.
A decent looking cross lands there for Marston.
Eugemia with a poor takedown #KD2#
and Marston counters with a crisp right hand that drops Eugemia! Marston lets Eugemia back up to his feet, looking for a finish!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Eugemia ducks under a wild hook from Marston.
Marston takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Eugemia fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Marston manages to avoid it.
Eugemia scores with a one two! Marston had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Eugemia jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Eugemia bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T9#
Marston throws a series of punches but Eugemia moves out of range.
Marston throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Eugemia counters with a nice uppercut.
Marston throws a jab but it's blocked by Eugemia.
Marston avoids the body shot from Eugemia.
Eugemia displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Marston throws out the jab.
Eugemia tries to counter by clinching up but Marston breaks away and moves out of range.
Marston sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Eugemia fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Marston misses with a looping left.
Marston misses with a looping right.
Eugemia is looking to counter the offense by Marston and move into the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Lucas Marston showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Eugemia throws a hook but Marston avoids it easily.
Marston misses with a looping left.
Eugemia tries for a takedown but Marston circles away easily
and Marston connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CL#
Eugemia clinches up with Marston and pushes him back against the ropes.
Eugemia controlling the action here for a moment.
Marston is trying to push Eugemia away but Eugemia has him pressed against the ropes, so he's going nowhere.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Marston pulls guard successfully.
Eugemia has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Marston manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Eugemia manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB##SUB#
Eugemia has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Marston can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T1##SUB#
Eugemia is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
Marston drops back looking for a leg! Eugemia is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Eugemia manages to kick Marston off! Marston jumps back into Eugemia's guard.
Marston showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #SUB#
Eugemia has his foot on Marston's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Marston works his way back into a safe position though.
Marston must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Marston trying to control but Eugemia is working from the bottom.
Eugemia trying to control the position.
Marston trying to control the position from guard on top but Eugemia is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Eugemia trying to control the position. #SUB#
Eugemia throws his legs up looking for a submission but Marston uses it to pass to side control. #SUB2#
Marston looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
The strikes coming from Marston are missing the target in this wave of attacks. #T3#
Marston throws an elbow but Eugemia slips to the side and avoids it well.
Eugemia sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Eugemia trying to control but Marston postures up.
Eugemia is looking to improve his position. #SUB2#
Marston is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Eugemia sees it coming and defends easily.
Eugemia trying to control but Marston postures up.
Marston takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Eugemia regains full guard. Nicely done.
Eugemia will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Marston trying to control but Eugemia is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Eugemia is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Marston defends well.
Eugemia utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #SUB#
Eugemia looking for a guillotine here but Marston defends easily. #SUB#
Eugemia is looking for a triangle but Marston pushes his legs off easily.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Marston with a flurry of punches that miss.
Marston stands and throws Eugemia's legs to the side, diving into side control. #T5#
Marston trying to control the position but Eugemia is working away.
Eugemia regains half guard.
Marston missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Marston throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. #SUB#
Eugemia looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Marston seems to be looking for submissions.
Marston wants to pass the guard but Eugemia is defending well.
Eugemia is looking to improve his position. #T6#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Marston not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Marston wants to lay and pray for a moment but Eugemia keeps working.
Eugemia might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Eugemia tries to get to full guard but Marston has control of the leg.
Marston is looking to take a break and control but Eugemia is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Marston prevents Eugemia from improving his position.
Eugemia trying to control here. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T7#
Eugemia darts in looking for a takedown but Marston gets double underhooks and turns Eugemia into the ropes.
Eugemia swings widly with a right hand
and Marston counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Eugemia is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Marston jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Marston throws a right hand that misses
and Eugemia connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Eugemia tries to clinch there but Marston circles away.
Nice shot by Marston.
Eugemia walks into a straight right hand from Marston.
Marston circles and sees the opportunity to plant his feet and throw a really nice straight left hand that drops Eugemia to the canvas! Eugemia doesn't know where he is but he's trying to survive - Marston keeps piling on the pressure and forces the referee to step in! This one is aaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 8:55 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Lucas Marston!
Lucas Marston gave a mention to Sun-Tzu in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).

 

Event: Causing Havoc 63     
Date:   May 07, 2016
#R1#
Zamora scores with a head kick. #CUT2#
It looks like Lucas Marston has been cut.
Zamora swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Valentino Zamora seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Zamora connects with a leg kick. Marston looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Zamora looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Zamora looks for the body kick but Marston saw that one coming.
A little feinted left hand from Marston on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Zamora misses with a shot to the body
and Marston cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Zamora scores with a punch to the head.
Marston steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Zamora.
Zamora slips under a jab from Marston.
Marston looks to land a left hand but Zamora moved out of range nicely.
Zamora looks to throw the jab but Marston is out of range.
Marston throws a jab when Zamora was well out of range.
Marston avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Marston walks into 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!
Zamora takes a shot right to the bread basket.#T1#
Zamora moves away from the strike by Marston.
Zamora chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Zamora shoots for a takedown but Marston saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Marston throws a big counter combination but Zamora scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Marston misses with a few strikes there.
Marston avoids the head kick by Zamora.
Marston lands with a hook. Zamora tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Zamora slips a straight right by Marston.
Zamora lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Marston displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Zamora throws out the jab.
Zamora tries to clinch up
and Marston counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Marston takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Zamora misses with a straight right. #T2#
Marston keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Zamora.
Marston swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Marston 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.
Zamora throws a leg kick but Marston checks it.
Zamora takes a swing at Marston's ribcage but misses.
Zamora 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.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Zamora lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Nice straight punches there by Zamora. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Zamora.
Marston defending well as Zamora loads up on a big left hand.
Zamora turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Marston ducks under a wild hook from Zamora.
Zamora tries to land a front kick but Marston steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Marston swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Zamora throws a leg kick that is checked
and Marston counters with a nice uppercut.
Marston avoids a kick to the body.
A little feinted left hand from Marston on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Marston uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Zamora.
It looked like Marston wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#T3#
Zamora fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Zamora throws a lazy right hand but Marston sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Zamora tries to land a front kick but Marston steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Marston is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
A right-left combo lands from Marston. #CUT#
It looks like Valentino Zamora has been cut.
Zamora misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Marston throws a series of strikes that have Zamora backpedaling.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Zamora is defended easily by Marston.
Lucas Marston has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Valentino Zamora.
Zamora throws a sloppy head kick
and Marston counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Zamora fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Marston.
Zamora throws a series of punches but Marston moves out of range.
Marston throwing a counter right hand but Zamora manages to avoid it.#T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Marston staying out of range there.
Zamora on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Marston takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Zamora tries to clinch up
and Marston counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Zamora throws a head kick that misses.
Marston throws the left hand but Zamora avoids the punch easily.
Zamora throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Zamora takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Zamora misses with a lunging right hand
and Marston counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Zamora fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Marston manages to avoid it.
Marston walks into a stiff left hand from Zamora.
Zamora misses the body punch
and Marston counters with a nice uppercut.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Valentino Zamora will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Zamora defending well as Marston loads up on a big left hand.
Zamora throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Marston counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Zamora jabbing away but nothing is landing.
It looked like Marston wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Zamora pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Zamora moves into range and connects with a jab.
Marston works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Zamora shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Marston connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Marston throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zamora looks to score with a jab to the body but Marston is just out of range.
Zamora throws a left and a right that both miss
and Marston counters with a straight right hand.
Zamora avoids the body shot from Marston.
A head kick misses from Zamora.
Zamora fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Marston manages to avoid it.
It looked like Marston wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#T1#
Zamora listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Zamora misses with a leg kick
and Marston counters with a straight right hand.
Zamora throws a solid leg kick but Marston takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Zamora.
A shot to the body from Zamora misses
and Marston counters with a straight right hand.
Zamora throws a body kick that misses.
Nice body punch from Marston.
Marston throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Zamora - that will leave a mark!
A combination from Marston does no damage.
Zamora misses with an uppercut.
A looping hook to the body misses from Zamora. Marston does a little dance to reset his feet.
Marston appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Zamora throws a leg kick but Marston checks it.
Lucas Marston is winning the standup battle so far.
Zamora misses with a double jab. #T2#
A low kick from Zamora misses
and Zamora takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Zamora fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Marston manages to avoid it.
Marston cracks a nice hook into Zamora's ribs.
Marston throws a lazy uppercut
and Zamora counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Lucas Marston is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Zamora misses with a combination
and Marston counters with a straight right hand.
Marston scores with a decent looking hook.
Zamora avoids a punch combination nicely.
Marston stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Zamora.
A solid body kick from Zamora. #T3#
Zamora misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Marston throws a body shot but no joy.
Marston 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.
Zamora throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Zamora swings widly with a right hand
and Marston counters with a straight right hand.
Zamora moves out of range of the strikes.
Zamora throws a head kick that misses.
Marston lands a nice shot to the body.
Zamora throws a body punch but Marston moves out of range.
Marston was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Zamora 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 Marston has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Marston and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Zamora tries to work over Marston's front leg with a kick but Marston checks it.
Marston lands the left hand.#TD2#
Zamora shoots in and bounces Marston off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.#T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB#
Marston is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Zamora prevents Marston from getting back to his feet.
Marston avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Marston looking for a sweep. Not yet Marston, not yet.
Marston looking to control.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Zamora trying to control but Marston is working from the bottom.
Zamora postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Marston controlling the position.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Zamora tries a head kick but it 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 Lucas Marston will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Marston fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Zamora throws a head kick but Marston moves out of range.
An inside leg kick from Zamora misses.
Horrible takedown attempt by Zamora or perhaps it was just good defense by Marston, which made it look bad.
Zamora swings for the body but Marston moves out of range.
Zamora moves away from the strike by Marston.
Zamora misses with a two punch combination.
It looked like Marston wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Marston stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zamora misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Marston was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Zamora plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Zamora swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Marston counters with a straight right hand.
Zamora takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Zamora throws a predictable looking body shot
and Marston connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T1#
Zamora darts in trying to clinch
and Marston counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Zamora throws a push kick but Marston slaps the foot to one side.
Zamora throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Zamora scores with a hook to the body. Marston takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Zamora ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Marston moves away.
It looked like Marston wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Zamora swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Marston counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Marston lunges at Zamora with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Zamora's hand.
Marston moves out of range of the body kick.
It looked like Marston was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Zamora.
Zamora throws a low kick, looking for Marston's leg but Marston calmly moves out of range.
Marston is looking for a counter combo.
Zamora throws a leg kick that is checked
and Marston counters with a nice uppercut. #T2#
Zamora goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Marston lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Zamora misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Zamora misses with a leg kick.
Zamora throws a lazy head kick
and Marston counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Marston staying out of range there.
Zamora throws a shot from downtown. Marston moves away and avoids it.
Zamora bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Zamora swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Marston uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Zamora.
A low kick from Zamora is predictable there
and Marston counters with a straight right hand.
Zamora throws a poor cross that misses
and Marston counters with a nice body shot.
Zamora with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Marston to score with a decent uppercut.#ROC#
Zamora is rocked!#T3#
A decent looking cross lands there for Marston.
Zamora is still on wobbly legs! Can Marston finish him?
Zamora shoots and misses
enabling Marston to counter with a crisp jab.
Marston slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Zamora takes a swing at Marston's ribcage but misses.
Zamora misses the shot to the body.
A big left from Zamora misses.
Zamora seems to have recovered his senses.
Zamora connects with a body shot that sends Marston's belly button to the back.
Zamora attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Zamora misses with the body kick
enabling Marston to counter with a crisp jab.
Marston throws a hook but Zamora blocks it.
Zamora was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Zamora throws a lazy head kick #KD#
and Marston counters with a crisp right hand that drops Zamora! Marston lets Zamora back up to his feet, looking for a finish!#T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Marston circles and sees the opportunity to plant his feet and throw a really nice straight left hand that drops Zamora to the canvas! Zamora doesn't know where he is but he's trying to survive - Marston keeps piling on the pressure and forces the referee to step in! This one is aaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:06 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Lucas Marston!
Lucas Marston took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Sun-Tzu for their support in the buildup to the fight.

 

Event: Causing Havoc 58     
Date:   Apr 01, 2016
#R1#
Marston avoids the head kick by Coleman.
Coleman looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Coleman throws the kick towards the body but Marston avoids it.
Coleman throws a hook but Marston avoids it easily.
A big left from Coleman misses.
Coleman throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Marston swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Marston 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.
Coleman thuds his right hand into Marston's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Coleman throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Marston's head.
Coleman throws a leg kick that is checked
and Marston counters with a straight right hand.
Coleman misses with the body kick
enabling Marston to counter with a crisp jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Coleman moves forwards but Marston connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Coleman looks to throw a body kick
and Marston counters with a straight right hand.
Coleman throws a lazy right hand but Marston sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Marston on the wrong end of a nice hook.#T1#
Coleman throws a leg kick but Marston sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Coleman swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Marston misses with a body shot.
Coleman throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Coleman takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
A slow jab from Coleman misses its intended target.
Coleman pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Good leg kick by Coleman there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Marston ducks under a wild hook from Coleman.
Coleman misses with a shot to the body
and Coleman takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Jab by Marston.
A punch lands to the side of Marston 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Marston throws a big shot that misses.#T2#
Coleman throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Coleman cracks Marston with a right hand to the side of the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Coleman misses with a wild body shot.
Marston throwing a counter right hand but Coleman manages to avoid it.
Marston throws the left hand but Coleman avoids the punch easily.
Marston checks the leg kick.
Marston moves out of range of the strikes.
A big left from Marston misses.
Coleman lands a nice hook to Marston's body. Marston takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Marston chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Coleman can pounce on him.
Coleman misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Marston counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Coleman misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Marston.
A jab from Marston does it's job there.
Greg Coleman seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T3#
Coleman scores with the left hand. Marston knows he should have avoided that one.
Coleman just misses with a punch to the body.
Coleman misses the shot to the body.
Marston throws a big counter combination but Coleman scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Coleman throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Marston throwing a counter right hand but Coleman manages to avoid it.
Marston misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Coleman.
Coleman is looking to clinch.
An attempted straight right counter from Marston misses the target.
A jab from Marston does it's job there.
Coleman rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Marston counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Marston rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Coleman moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Coleman scores with a head kick.
Coleman ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Marston thows a left - swing and a miss! #T4#
Coleman stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Coleman tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Marston swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Coleman goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Coleman throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Marston was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Marston throws a right hand that misses
and Coleman counters with a straight right hand.
Marston throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Coleman sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Coleman throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
A head kick misses from Coleman.
Marston throwing a counter right hand but Coleman manages to avoid it.
Coleman lands with a shot to the body.
Coleman avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Coleman throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
letting Marston counter with a right hand.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Greg Coleman dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Coleman takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Marston keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Coleman takes one on the button.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Marston might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Marston swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Coleman counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Marston thinking.
Coleman dips to his left and cracks Marston with an uppercut!
Marston thuds a left hand into Coleman's body.
A nice leg kick lands there from Coleman.
Marston misses with a looping left.
Coleman let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marston throws a series of punches but Coleman moves out of range.
Nice body punch from Coleman.
Coleman throws a shot to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Coleman lands a head kick. Marston smiles back at him and beckons him forward. #T1#
Coleman throws a right and a left that Marston avoids nicely.
Coleman with a nice cross.
Coleman fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Marston manages to avoid it.
It looked like Marston wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Coleman is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Marston rather than just go for the knockout.
Coleman swings for the body but Marston moves out of range.
Marston swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Coleman throws a wild body kick that Marston sees coming a mile off.
Marston was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Coleman misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Marston.
Marston is looking for a counter combo.
Marston walks into a stiff left hand from Coleman.
Nice cross by Coleman.
A big right from Coleman misses.
Coleman is looking to slow Marston down with leg kicks.
Coleman throws a predictable looking body shot
letting Marston counter with a right hand. #T2#
Coleman connects with a high kick.
Marston missing with a left hand there. Coleman was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Coleman.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A thudding body kick lands there by Coleman!
Greg Coleman seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Coleman bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Marston takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Coleman throws a lazy uppercut
and Marston connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Coleman fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Marston manages to avoid it.
Coleman fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Marston has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Coleman scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Marston doesn't seem bothered though.
Coleman scores with a shot to the body.
Coleman lands with a kick to the temple. Marston shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?" #T3#
Coleman misses the shot to the body.
Coleman lands a head kick. Marston smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Marston takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Marston tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Coleman was well out of range. Poor timing from Marston.
Marston misses with a wild body shot.
Marston takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Coleman has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Coleman misses the body punch
and Coleman takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Marston swings away with a body shot that misses
and Marston takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Marston drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Coleman scores with a nice head shot.
Coleman scores with a hook to the body. Marston takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. #T4#
Coleman fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Marston throws a big shot that misses.
Coleman misses with a jab to the body
and Marston counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Coleman lands a leg kick that knocks Marston off balance momentarily.
Marston misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Coleman throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Coleman misses the jab.
Marston staying out of range there.
Coleman throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Marston.
Coleman chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Marston stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Coleman.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Greg Coleman 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. And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Coleman tests Marston's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Coleman throws a body shot but no joy.
It looked like Marston was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Nice defenses there by Marston.
Coleman looks for the body kick but Marston saw that one coming.
Coleman misses with a body shot
and Marston counters with a stiff right hand.
Coleman throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Coleman takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Coleman throws a lazy uppercut
and Marston counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Coleman throws a jab when Marston was well out of range.
Marston was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Coleman closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Marston moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Coleman ducks right into an uppercut from Marston.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Marston takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.#T1#
Coleman misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Coleman scores with a body shot.
Coleman misses with a hook
and Marston counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Marston checks the leg kick nicely there.
Coleman ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Marston moves away.
Coleman misses with a body punch
and Coleman takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Coleman lands a nice looking body shot.
Coleman swings for the body but Marston moves out of range.
Coleman tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Marston misses with a straight right. #T2#
A low kick from Coleman misses
and Marston counters with a nice uppercut.
Nice shot by Marston.
Coleman lands with a nice body punch.
Coleman throws a head kick that misses.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Coleman misses with a lunging right hand
and Marston counters with a nice uppercut.
A big left from Coleman misses.
Coleman misses with a shot to the body
and Marston counters with a straight right hand.
Marston misses with a hook
and Coleman counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Marston throws out a loose jab but Coleman uses good head movement to avoid it.
A countering left hand to the body from Coleman misses.
Coleman thows a leg kick but Marston checks it
and Marston counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Coleman throws an ugly left hook that misses
enabling Marston to counter with a crisp jab.
Lucas Marston has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Marston throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Coleman now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Marston throws a shot from downtown. Coleman moves away and avoids it.
Coleman fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Marston manages to avoid it.
Coleman throws a head kick that misses
and Marston counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Coleman connects with a body shot that sends Marston's belly button to the back.
Marston misses the shot to the body.
A swing and a miss from Marston.
Marston is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Coleman walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Greg Coleman is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Coleman throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Coleman fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Marston looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Coleman with a body punch. A glancing blow. #T4#
Coleman throws a leg kick #KD#
and Marston counters with a nice right hand that sends Coleman toppling to the canvas! Coleman scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Marston finish him?!#ROC#
Coleman is rocked!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Marston misses with the combination.
Coleman is still on wobbly legs! Can Marston finish him?
Marston takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Coleman seems to have recovered his senses.
Coleman throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Marston on the side of the head.
Coleman misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick. #KD#
Marston lands a big uppercut and Coleman crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Coleman looks OK. Marston waves Coleman back to his feet!
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Coleman lands a glancing blow to the side of Marston's head.
Coleman scores with a body shot.

And that's the end of the fight!
Lucas Marston showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Coleman 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 Daniel Blasius scores the fight 28:29
Judge Paul Aken scores the fight 28:29
Judge Wagner Zegers scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Greg Coleman!

 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 

 
 
 
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