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Event: Grunge 33: King Animal     
Date:   Feb 07, 2021
#R1#
An inside leg kick from Ster misses.
Ster stuns Gracie with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Gracie has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Marijuana Gardens in the buildup to the fight.
A nice leg kick from Ster, right into the meat of the thigh.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Ster 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 Gracie has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Gracie and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Jab from Gracie.#CUT#It looks like Mon Ster has been cut.
Ster blocks a jab.
Gracie lands a nice leg kick that just misses Ster's sensitive parts.
Gracie swings for the body but Ster moves out of range.
Gracie throws a body punch but Ster moves out of range.
A cross from Ster lands.
Ster throws a big shot that misses.
Ster misses with an uppercut
and Gracie counters with a stiff right hand.
Ster fails with an attempt to clinch.
Gracie throws a low kick but Ster avoids it.
Mon Ster seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ster swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Gracie cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ster throws a body shot but no joy.
Gracie connects with a looping right hand. #T1#
Ster blocks a head kick by Gracie.
Gracie tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Ster stalks Gracie and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Gracie's face. Gracie staggers backwards, shaken.
Ster throws a leg kick but Gracie checks it.
Gracie swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Gracie uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ster.
Ster throws a hook but Gracie avoids it easily.
Gracie looks for the body kick but Ster saw that one coming.
Gracie scores with a spinning back kick!
Ster throws a leg kick that misses.
A chopping leg kick lands by Ster.
A telegraphed right hand from Gracie misses the target.
Ster looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Gracie blocks the body kick.
Gracie lets loose with a powerful body kick. Ster will feel that in the morning.
Ster cracks a nice hook into Gracie's ribs.
Ster thows a left - swing and a miss!
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Gracie, as that shot connected. #T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ster connects with a body shot that sends Gracie's belly button to the back.
Ster misses with an uppercut
and Gracie counters with a thumping low kick.
Ster looks to score with a jab to the body but Gracie is just out of range.
Ster throws a shot from downtown. Gracie moves away and avoids it.
Ster sizes up Gracie with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Gracie throws a push kick but Ster slaps the foot to one side.
Gracie throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Ster sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Gracie slips under a jab from Ster.
Ster takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Ster looks winded!
Gracie finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Gracie ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Ster showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Gracie.
Ster now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Gracie scoring well with a low kick there.
Gracie throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. #T3#
Ster throws a lazy uppercut
and Gracie counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ster. Gracie does a little dance to reset his feet.
Ster misses with a shot to the body
letting Gracie counter with a right hand.
Gracie takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Gracie buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Gracie keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab. #CUT#That has opened up Mon Ster's cut even more.
Gracie misses with an uppercut. Ster saw that one coming.#TD#
Gracie drives through with a takedown into guard.
Gracie sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Ster's guard.
Gracie is pressing down on Ster's thigh, looking to free his foot. Ster is holding on for now.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Gracie wants to take a breather but Ster is having none of it. #T4#
Gracie thows a huge punch but Ster dodges it nicely.
Gracie is trying to control. Ster wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Gracie scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Gracie throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ster wants to improve his position but Gracie is controlling well.
Gracie sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Ster defending well though.
Gracie wants to control but Ster is keeping him busy.
Ster desperately trying to maintain half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

John Wayne Gracie dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Mon Ster's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Ster looks to land a combination. Gracie sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Ster uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Gracie.
Despite the aggression on Ster's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Ster!
Gracie lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Gracie throws a solid leg kick but Ster takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Gracie.
Gracie comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Ster takes a swing at Gracie's ribcage but misses.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Ster.
Ster ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Ster misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Gracie fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Ster checks it well.
Ster throws a nice looking combination but Gracie bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ster pulls out of a head kick attempt.
A little feinted left hand from Gracie on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Ster scores with a nice body kick. #T1#
Ster pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Ster gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Gracie.
Ster misses with a hook.
Gracie keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Gracie throws a push kick but Ster slaps the foot to one side.
Gracie throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Gracie is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Ster can do to turn this around?
Ster steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Gracie.
A combination from Gracie does no damage.
Ster throws a right and a left that both miss.
Ster throws a low kick but it's checked well by Gracie.
Ster misses with an uppercut.
A counter left hand to the body from Gracie misses its target.
Gracie with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Ster is breathing heavily.
A leg kick checked by Ster.
Gracie with a nice calf kick.
Ster misses with the body kick
and Gracie connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CUT#The cut above Mon Ster's eye is starting to cause him problems now.#T2#
Gracie keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Ster.
Ster uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Gracie.
Ster tries to clinch but Gracie moves out of range.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ster throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Gracie is looking to counter punch.
Gracie connects with the punch.
Ster avoids the head kick by Gracie.
A swing and a miss from Gracie.
A leg kick checked by Ster.
Ster throws a leg kick
enabling Gracie to counter with a crisp jab.
Ster pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Ster throws a predictable looking body shot
and Gracie cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CUT#Mon Ster's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.
Gracie getting the better of the striking in that exchange.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). John Wayne Gracie!
An out of breath John Wayne Gracie thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

 

Event: Grunge 30: Malfunkshun     
Date:   Jan 17, 2021
#R1#
Ster throws a leg kick but IsMore sees it coming and moves out of range.
IsMore just misses with a punch to the body.
IsMore throws a jab but it's blocked by Ster.
IsMore jabs Ster to the body, keeping him at a distance.
A solid body kick from Ster.
Nice defenses there by Ster.
Nice defenses there by IsMore.
Ster tries a low kick but IsMore avoids it.
Ster misses with a body shot.
IsMore bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
It looked like IsMore wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Ster waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract IsMore.
Ster 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.
Ster tries to close the distance and clinch up but IsMore swats him away and circles back towards the center.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ster thows a left - swing and a miss!
It looked like IsMore was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Ster.
IsMore comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Ster throws a lazy right hand but IsMore sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Ster ducks under a wild hook from IsMore.
Ster takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Ster lands an overhand right.#T1#
IsMore slips a jab and a cross from Ster.
IsMore was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Ster has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from IsMore finds it's way round the side to connect with Ster's head. #CUT#It looks like Mon Ster has been cut.
Ster takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Ster throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
IsMore stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
A punch lands to the side of Ster 's head but he takes it in his stride.
IsMore uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Ster.
IsMore with a hook.
Ster avoids the body shot from IsMore.
Ster misses with a shot to the body
and IsMore counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
IsMore steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Ster.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
IsMore swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Ster closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. #CUT#That has opened up Mon Ster's cut even more.
Ster slaps away a takedown attempt from IsMore, before circling back to the center of the mat.
IsMore misses with a straight right.
Ster flicks out a counter leg kick but IsMore steps away.
IsMore throws an overhand right that lands on Ster's shoulder, as Ster tries to avoid the shot.
IsMore avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T2#
Ster slips under a jab.#TD#
IsMore changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Ster looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
IsMore works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). More IsMore!
More IsMore really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Vegan Gains logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.

 

Event: Grunge 27: Xmas Special     
Date:   Dec 25, 2020
#R1#
Gracie slips a straight right by Ster.
Gracie dodges the punch combination from Ster.
Ster throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Gracie stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Ster throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
A little feinted left hand from Gracie on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Ster jabs at Gracie's body.
Gracie has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Marijuana Gardens in the buildup to the fight.
Gracie takes a swing at Ster's ribcage but misses.
A nice side step and Ster releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Ster sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Ster drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.#CUT#It looks like Mon Ster has been cut.
Gracie just misses with a punch to the body.
Gracie looks to land a left hand but Ster moved out of range nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ster throws a big shot that misses.
Ster throws a jab but it's blocked by Gracie.
Ster swings for the body but Gracie moves out of range.
A telegraphed right hand from Ster misses the target.
Ster getting the better of the striking in that exchange.#T1#
Ster is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Gracie.
Gracie is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Gracie misses with a low kick.
Gracie throws a body shot but no joy.
Gracie misses with a wild body shot.
Ster scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
The fighters circling - Ster throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Gracie fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ster manages to avoid it.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Ster.
Ster connects with the punch.
Ster connects with a leg kick.
Gracie has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Gracie there as he acknowledges the shot.
Some wild striking there from Gracie.
Ster swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Gracie takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
A big left from Gracie misses.
Gracie sizes up Ster with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. #T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ster fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Gracie manages to avoid it.
That kick from Ster tenderised Gracie's leg. Gracie is trying to keep his angry face on.
No joy there for Ster, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Gracie throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Ster misses with a low kick.
Gracie throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Ster defending well as Gracie loads up on a big left hand.
Gracie throws the left hand but Ster avoids the punch easily.
Gracie is looking to wear down Ster with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Gracie fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ster manages to avoid it.#CL2#
Ster pushes Gracie up against the cage in a clinch.
Gracie wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Ster trying to land knees to the body.
Ster gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Gracie blocks an elbow strike from Ster.
Gracie tries to throw a body punch but Ster avoids it by throwing Gracie back against the cage.
Ster tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Gracie's elbow. #T3#
Gracie blocks an elbow strike from Ster.
A frustrated look appears on Ster's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Ster misses with the head strike. #BC#
Gracie breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Nice shot lands for Gracie.
Ster tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Gracie was well out of range. Poor timing from Ster.
Gracie misses with a hook.
Ster avoids the body shot from Gracie.
Ster bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Ster lands with a thumping leg kick.
Ster misses the shot to the body.
Ster scores with a decent looking hook.
Gracie throws a hook but Ster blocks it.
Gracie looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Gracie throws a right and a left that both miss.
Mon Ster seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A head kick misses from Ster.
Ster tries to close the distance and clinch but Gracie swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #T4#
Ster slips under a jab from Gracie.
Gracie keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Ster.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Ster tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Gracie appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Gracie connects with a body shot that sends Ster's belly button to the back.
Gracie blocks the body kick.
Gracie looks to land a right hand but Ster moved out of range.
Ster throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Gracie throws a shot to the body.
Mon Ster is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Gracie misses with a body kick.
Ster swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Gracie makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
A swing and a miss from Gracie.
Ster takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Ster looks winded!
A telegraphed right hand from Gracie misses the target.
Ster shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Decent striking displayed by Ster there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Mon Ster will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Mon Ster's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Ster lands with a thumping leg kick.
Gracie throws a leg kick but Ster sees it coming and moves out of range.
Gracie scores with a hook.
A looping hook to the body misses from Gracie. Ster does a little dance to reset his feet.
Ster thows a left - swing and a miss!
Gracie throws a big counter combination but Ster scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Ster takes a swing at Gracie's ribcage but misses.
Gracie feinted with a counter takedown.
Gracie throws a nice outside leg kick.
Nice body punch from Ster.
Gracie checks a low kick from Ster.
That kick from Gracie tenderised Ster's leg. Ster is trying to keep his angry face on.
A leg kick checked by Ster.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gracie misses with a low kick.
Ster lands a jab.
Ster scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Gracie.
A little jabbing left from Ster on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#T1#
Gracie defending well as Ster loads up on a big left hand.
Ster misses with an attempted mid kick.
Gracie throws a jab but it's blocked by Ster.
Ster is looking for the big counter here.
Ster throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Gracie counters with a stiff right hand.
Ster swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Ster comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Gracie scores with a jab to the head. #CL2#
Ster clinches.
Ster lands a hook that snaps the head of Gracie backwards.
Ster throws an elbow that misses.
Gracie lands with a short head shot on the inside. #CUT#That has opened up Mon Ster's cut even more.#TD#
Gracie has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Ster regains guard immediately.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Gracie trying to control the position from guard on top but Ster is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Gracie lands a couple of digs.#T2#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Gracie throws a big right hand that misses.
Gracie postures up and lands a big shot to Ster's brow.
Gracie scoring with punches to the head and body.
Gracie with a flurry of punches that miss.
Gracie trying to control but Ster is working from the bottom.
Gracie loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #T3#
Ster looking for a sweep. Not yet Ster, not yet.
Ster is trying to keep Gracie in close.
Ster keeping moving, preventing Gracie from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Gracie avoids a kick to the body.
Ster takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Ster misses with a head kick.
Ster chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Gracie can pounce on him.
Ster connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Ster fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Gracie is looking to counter punch.
Gracie throws an overhand right that lands on Ster's shoulder, as Ster tries to avoid the shot.
Ster throws a right hand that Gracie ducks under and follows up with a left that Gracie also avoids with ease.#T4#
Ster throws a body kick that misses.
A swing and a miss from Gracie.
Ster ducks under a wild hook from Gracie.
Ster throws a head kick but Gracie moves out of range.
Ster misses with an uppercut.
Gracie lands an overhand right.
Gracie misses with a wild body shot.
It seemed like Ster was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Ster throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Good leg kick by Gracie.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Gracie checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Gracie throws an overhand right that lands on Ster's shoulder, as Ster tries to avoid the shot.
Ster connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Gracie's hands.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Gracie.
A jab from Ster misses.
Ster throws a head kick but Gracie moves out of range.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that John Wayne Gracie will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Mon Ster's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R3#
Ster walks into a jab.
Ster misses the shot to the body.
Gracie swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Ster keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Gracie.
Gracie dives in for a single leg takedown but Ster sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Gracie stalling in the clinch but Ster improves position.
Ster gets underhooks to prevent Gracie's takedown attempt. #BC2#
Ster breaks the clinch.
Mon Ster seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Ster lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Ster keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Ster swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gracie takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Ster throws out a loose jab but Gracie uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ster throws a head kick but Gracie moves out of range.
Ster pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Gracie is looking to counter punch.
Ster motions for Gracie to come forward. Ster throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. #T1#
Gracie cracks Ster with an open hand slap.
Gracie tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Ster defends well and Gracie ends up having to push Ster into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for John Wayne Gracie. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A short right from Ster on the inside.
Ster pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Ster blocking some punches.
Stalling in the clinch from Ster.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Ster just misses with a elbow thrown towards Gracie's brow.
Ster lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Ster dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Gracie is working Ster over against the cage.
Gracie lands with a right to the head.
Ster takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Gracie creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #CUT#The cut above Mon Ster's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Ster tries to throw a body punch but Gracie avoids it by throwing Ster back against the cage.
Ster working hard to break the clinch.#BC2#
Ster manages to break the clinch.
Gracie scores with a jab to the head. #T2#
Gracie throws a right hand that misses
and Ster 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!
Gracie with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Gracie misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Decent striking displayed by Gracie there.
Gracie throws a head kick but Ster moves out of range.
Ster takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Ster moves out of range as Gracie strikes.
Ster is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.
Ster throws a shot from downtown. Gracie moves away and avoids it.
Gracie throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Ster misses with a hook. Gracie ducked under it nicely.
Ster throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Gracie went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
A swing and a miss from Gracie.
Gracie throws a leg kick but Ster moved away.
Ster uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Gracie.#T3#
Gracie looks for the body kick but Ster saw that one coming.
Ster's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Gracie connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Ster scrambles back to his feet.#CUT#Mon Ster's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.
Ster throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Gracie uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ster.
Gracie walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Ster checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Ster looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Gracie ducks under a wild hook from Ster.
Gracie feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Gracie shoots in looking for a takedown but Ster manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Gracie's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Gracie.
Gracie on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Ster moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Ster pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Ster punishes Gracie's body with a nice straight punch.#T4#
Gracie dives in for a single leg takedown but Ster sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Ster lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Gracie goes for a takedown attempt but Ster pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Ster jabs Gracie to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Gracie scores with a leg kick.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Gracie keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Ster keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Gracie walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Ster checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Some bone on bone action there as Ster checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Gracie throws an off balance right hand
and Ster cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Gracie ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Ster moves away.
Gracie steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Ster.
Gracie scores with a jab. Ster acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close third round but Mon Ster just about did enough to take it.
The cut man is working on Mon Ster's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R4#
Ster takes a swing at Gracie's ribcage but misses.
Ster throws out a loose jab but Gracie uses good head movement to avoid it.
Gracie throws an overhand right that lands on Ster's shoulder, as Ster tries to avoid the shot.
Gracie swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Ster throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Ster misses with a lunging right hand
and Gracie makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Gracie on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Gracie lands a nice leg kick that just misses Ster's sensitive parts.
Ster slips under a jab.
Ster throws a lazy uppercut
and Gracie counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A low kick from Gracie misses
and Ster counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Gracie digs a good hook to Ster's body.
Ster is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
Ster throws the left hand but Gracie avoids the punch easily.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Gracie.
Ster thinks about the counter body kick.#T1#
Ster walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Ster throws a hook but Gracie avoids it easily.
Ster just misses with a punch to the body.
A little feinted left hand from Gracie on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Ster rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Gracie moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Ster looks to land a right hand but Gracie moved out of range.
Gracie throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Ster throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Ster swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Gracie just misses with a punch to the body.
Gracie tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Ster was well out of range. Poor timing from Gracie.
Ster's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Ster stalks Gracie and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Gracie's face. Gracie staggers backwards, shaken.
Gracie connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Gracie is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Ster. #T2#
Gracie ducks under a wild hook from Ster.
Gracie throws a wild body kick that Ster sees coming a mile off.
Ster digs a good hook to Gracie's body.
Gracie gets cracked there but stands up to it.
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!
Gracie lands with a hook. Ster tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:29 of round 4, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). John Wayne Gracie!
John Wayne Gracie retains his heavyweight title!
A relieved looking John Wayne Gracie 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: Grunge 23: Dirt     
Date:   Nov 21, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Huge on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Huge throws the kick towards the body but Ster avoids it.
The fighters circle momentarily. Ster darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Huge scores with a kick to the midsection.
Huge on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Ster walks forward, straight into a front kick from Huge.
Ster slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Huge with a lazy takedown attempt
and Ster counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Ster throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Ster circles away from the clinch attempt.
A jab from Ster misses.
Huge slips under a jab.
Ster throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Huge stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Huge tries to move into range but Ster moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Huge doesn't manage to clinch there - Ster circles away.
Ster looks to score with a jab to the body but Huge is just out of range.
Huge's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Ster connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Huge scrambles back to his feet.
Ster misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Huge. #T1#
Ster throws a series of punches but Huge avoids them all with ease.
Huge takes a swing at Ster's ribcage but misses.
Huge wants to clinch up but Ster keeps it at a distance.#CL#
Huge tries to keep at a distance but Ster has taken the fight into the clinch.#BC#
Ster escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Huge will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Huge throws a head kick but Ster moves out of range.
Ster lands with a right hand.
Huge shoots for a takedown but Ster saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Mon Ster has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tony Huge.
Huge misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Ster lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Ster scores with a nice strike.
Huge avoids the body shot from Ster.
Ster is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Good exchange - Ster coming out on top.
We've been told by Ster's head coaches at Team Beta Fail that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.#T2#
Huge tries to clinch but Ster moves out of range.
Ster dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ster misses with a kick to the body.
Huge tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Ster lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Huge takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
A right-left combo lands from Ster.
Ster digs a good hook to Huge's body.
Huge will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air. #CL#
Ster has closed the distance and engaged Huge in a clinch.
Ster misses with an elbow strike.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Ster. #CUT#It looks like Tony Huge has been cut.#BC#
Ster breaks the clinch.
Ster swats away the attempt to clinch by Huge.
A little feinted left hand from Ster on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#T3#
Huge throws a head kick but Ster moves out of range.
A decent looking cross lands there for Ster.
Ster jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Ster throws a looping overhand right but Huge ducks down to avoid it.
Huge throws a sloppy head kick and Ster moves out of range easily.
Ster misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Huge.
A head kick misses from Ster.
Huge has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Huge tries to close the distance and clinch but Ster swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Ster throws a front kick that sends Huge stumbling back into the cage.
Huge misses with a head kick.
Huge fails with the takedown
and Ster counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Ster looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Huge is trying to counter with his kicks.
Ster avoids the clinch attempt nicely. #T4#
Ster throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Ster throws a solid leg kick but Huge takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Ster.
Ster throws a head kick but Huge moves out of range.
Huge takes a jab right on the kisser.
Mon Ster seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Huge fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Ster throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ster throws a wild combination but nothing lands. #CL#
Ster has managed to clinch.
Ster comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Ster taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Ster lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Huge fails to pull guard.
Ster stalls.
Ster gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Huge tries to land knees in the clinch but Ster avoids the damage to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mon Ster dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Tony Huge'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.#R2#
Ster tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Huge was well out of range. Poor timing from Ster.
Huge keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Ster.
Ster scores with a decent looking hook.
Huge tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Ster paws at him with a jab and circles away.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Huge.
Tony Huge is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Huge moves out of range of the body kick.
Huge unleashes a big counter combination but Ster bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Huge slips under a jab.
Huge unleashes a big counter combination but Ster bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Ster works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Ster looks to score with a jab to the body but Huge is just out of range.
Ster lands with a cross.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ster connects with the punch.
Ster fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Huge on the side of the head.
Huge dives in and grabs Ster's left leg, looking for a takedown. Ster pushes down on Huge's head and hops out.
Ster tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Huge tries to clinch there but Ster circles away. #T1#
Huge avoids a kick to the body.
Ster connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Huge's hands.
Ster digs a good hook to Huge's body.
Huge has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.#TD2#
Huge shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Huge showed some decent athleticism there. #ES#
Ster manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Huge keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage. #BC#
Ster manages to break the clinch.
Ster swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ster swats away the attempt to clinch by Huge.
Ster ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Mon Ster is winning the standup battle so far.
Huge darts in looking for a takedown but Ster gets double underhooks and turns Huge into the cage.
Mon Ster has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tony Huge.#T2#
Huge tries a head kick but it misses.
Ster connects with the punch.
Ster lands a head shot.
Ster throws a low kick but Huge moves out of range easily.
Mon Ster is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Huge chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Ster can pounce on him.
Ster misses with a body shot.
Ster plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Ster stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Huge avoids the head kick by Ster.
Ster throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Ster dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Huge. That did some damage!
Ster avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Ster swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Huge tries to clinch up.
Huge shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Ster sprawls well. Ster wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Huge gets slowly back to his feet.#T3#
Ster pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Huge checks a leg kick.
Ster pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.#CL#
Ster drives through and clinches with Huge against the cage.
Ster lands an elbow that stopped Huge in his tracks for a moment.
Huge working hard to break the clinch.
Huge is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Ster pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Ster throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Huge can't break the clinch.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Ster. #BC#
Ster breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Ster lands a nice shot to the body.
Huge tries to close the distance and clinch up but Ster swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Ster moves out of range as Huge throws a body kick. #T4#
Huge shoots in for a takedown but Ster shows good takedown defense.
Ster dips to his left and cracks Huge with an uppercut!
Ster is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Huge can do to turn this around?
Ster scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Ster moves into range and connects with a jab.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ster lands a head shot.
Huge fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Ster sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ster. Huge does a little dance to reset his feet.
Huge tries to clinch but Ster is having none of it. #TD2#
Huge bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Huge throwing shots but missing, from side control. #SUB2#
Huge looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mon Ster dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Tony Huge's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3#
The fighters circle momentarily. Ster darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Ster throws a nice looking combination but Huge bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Ster avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Ster swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Huge tries to move into range but Ster moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Huge moves out of range as Ster strikes.
Huge gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Ster misses with a double jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Huge tries to clinch up.
Huge finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Ster throws a shot from downtown. Huge moves away and avoids it.
Huge tries to close the distance and clinch up but Ster swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Ster keeps the fight on the outside.#T1#
Ster stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Ster wants it to stay on the feet.
Ster is looking to counter punch.
Huge shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Ster defends it nicely.
Ster lands the left hand.#CL#
Ster clinches.
Ster blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #BC2#
Huge breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
An inside leg kick lands from Ster.
Ster smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Ster misses the jab.
Huge on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Ster misses with a hook. Huge ducked under it nicely. #T2#
Decent striking displayed by Ster there.
Ster connects with a crisp jab.
The fight stays on the outside here - Huge looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Ster scores with a hook to the body. Huge takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Huge throws a sloppy head kick
and Huge takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Nice cross by Ster.
Ster scores with a shot to the body.
Huge takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Huge displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Ster throws out the jab.
A little jabbing left from Huge on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Huge tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Ster paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Huge tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Ster swivels and escapes.
Mon Ster has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tony Huge.#CL#
Ster has managed to clinch.
Ster lands a nice elbow. #T3#
Ster lands an elbow inside that Huge shrugs off. #CUT#That has opened up Tony Huge's cut even more.
Ster stalling the fight.
Huge takes an elbow to the temple. #BC#
Ster escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Huge moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Huge tries to clinch up but Ster circles away and keeps his distance.
Huge closes the distance and clinches up with Ster, looking for a takedown. Huge pushes Ster against the cage but Ster circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Huge takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Huge with a poor takedown
and Ster counters with a one-two to the body.
Ster moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Ster throws a shot to the body. #TD2#
Huge throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Ster was covering up waiting for the punch and Huge finishes the takedown easily into guard. #ES#
Ster wriggles free and stands up.
Tony Huge has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A decent looking body kick lands there for Ster.
Huge takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Ster fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Mon Ster is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Huge lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Ster circles away quickly and effectively.
Ster tried to counter with a leg kick but Huge avoided it.
Huge fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Ster dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Huge takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Ster lands a really nice looking cross but Huge seems unphased.
Huge takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Horrible takedown attempt by Huge or perhaps it was just good defense by Ster, which made it look bad.
Ster jabs at Huge's body.

And that's the end of the fight!
Mon Ster showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Ster 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 Frank Dennis scores the fight 30:27
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 30:27
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mon Ster!

A victorious Mon Ster thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
Tony Huge spoke after the fight, saying 'Hey maaann'.

 

Event: Grunge 19: Mad Season     
Date:   Oct 18, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Ster has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Outlaw.
Ster connects with a body shot that sends Outlaw's belly button to the back.
Ster avoids the head kick by Outlaw.
Outlaw fails with the takedown
and Ster counters with a lovely shot to the body.
The Devils Outlaw seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ster displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Outlaw.
Ster thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Outlaw if he has to take too many more of those.
Ster throws a nice looking combination but Outlaw bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
The fight stays on the outside here - Ster looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Nice defenses there by Outlaw.
Ster wants to land a leg kick but Outlaw is out of range.
Ster loads up on a big right hand but Outlaw slips the punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Outlaw thows a left - swing and a miss!
Ster doesn't manage to clinch there - Outlaw circles away.
Ster throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Outlaw takes a swing at Ster's ribcage but misses.
Outlaw dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Outlaw avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Outlaw! But no joy.#T1#
A slapping body kick lands there for Ster.
Ster bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Outlaw's head.
Nice shot by Outlaw.#CUT2#It looks like Mon Ster has been cut.
Outlaw blocks a leg kick.
Outlaw darts in looking for a takedown but Ster gets double underhooks and turns Outlaw into the cage.
Mon Ster has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of The Devils Outlaw.
Ster slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Sloppy strikes from Ster. Those never looked like landing.
Ster throws a body shot but no joy.
Jab by Outlaw.
Ster cracks Outlaw with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Ster throws a lazy right hand but Outlaw sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#TD2#
Outlaw decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ster is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Ster keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Outlaw with the ground and pound but Ster uses the opportunity to regain guard. #T2#
Ster working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Outlaw.
Outlaw missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Outlaw missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Outlaw throws an elbow that misses. Ster uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Outlaw's guard. Nice move by Ster!#REVR#
Ster wants to control from the top but Outlaw keeps moving.
Ster has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Outlaw is proving hard to escape from.
Ster pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Outlaw is keeping the position for now. #T3#
Ster sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Outlaw wants to get back to his feet but Ster is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Ster wants to control from the top but Outlaw keeps moving. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Ster slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#CL2#
Outlaw closes the distance and pushes Ster back into the cage.
Ster stalling in the clinch but Outlaw improves position. #TD2#
Outlaw lands a takedown into guard.
Outlaw throws a big elbow that misses.
Outlaw throws an elbow that misses. Ster uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Outlaw's guard. Nice move by Ster!#REVR#
Ster is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mon Ster dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Mon Ster's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Ster lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Outlaw avoids a punch combination nicely.
Ster jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Ster throws a series of punches but Outlaw avoids them all with ease.
Outlaw missing with a left hand there. Ster was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Ster looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Outlaw tries to clinch there but Ster circles away.
Nice straight punches there by Outlaw. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Outlaw.
Outlaw misses with a low kick as Ster jumps back.
Mon Ster is winning the standup battle so far.
Outlaw showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Ster.
The Devils Outlaw is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ster lunges at Outlaw with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Outlaw's hand.
Ster misses with a series of wild punches. #CL2#
Outlaw has managed to clinch. #T1#
Ster pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Ster is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Outlaw can do to turn this around?
Ster blocks a body shot from Outlaw.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Outlaw.
Outlaw connects with a knee to the head. #CUT2#Mon Ster's cut is getting worse.
Outlaw is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Ster is defending well.
Ster pushes off an throws an elbow but Outlaw leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Outlaw is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Ster is defending well.
A short left from Ster.
Ster blocks a body shot from Outlaw.
Ster wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Outlaw has him pressed against the cage.
Ster misses with an elbow strike.
Outlaw lands with a left to the head.
Ster has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Ster is trying to break the clinch but Outlaw has him pressed against the cage.
Outlaw lands with a short head shot on the inside. #BC#
Ster pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Outlaw is defended easily by Ster.
Mon Ster has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of The Devils Outlaw.
Ster misses with an uppercut. #T2#
Ster scores with a nice head shot.
Outlaw chopping away at his opponent's legs.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ster throws a leg kick but Outlaw checks it.
Outlaw was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.#TD2#
Outlaw throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Ster tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Outlaw is in Ster's guard.
Outlaw working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #CUT2#Mon Ster's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Ster avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Outlaw postures up and lands a big shot to Ster's brow. #CUT2#Jeez, Mon Ster's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:49 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). The Devils Outlaw!
The Devils Outlaw is the new heavyweight champion!
A very excited looking The Devils Outlaw 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: Grunge 16: 9/11 Memorial     
Date:   Sep 11, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Ster steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Gracie.
Gracie slips a straight right by Ster.
Gracie misses with a body shot.
Ster tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.#CL2#
Ster closes the distance and pushes Gracie back into the cage.
With the fighters up against the cage, Ster throws an elbow but misses.
Gracie tries to throw a body punch but Ster avoids it by throwing Gracie back against the cage.
Ster holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Ster taking a breather.#TD#
Gracie is trying to trip Ster. He has hold of a leg but Ster is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Gracie persists though and gets the takedown into guard.
Ster can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Gracie controls the pace.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gracie working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Gracie stopping the sweep attempt from Ster.#T1#
Gracie 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.
Ster keeping full guard, as Gracie tries to pass.
Ster avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Ster keeping moving, preventing Gracie from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Gracie throws a low kick but Ster avoids it.
Ster lands a slapping body shot.
Mon Ster seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Gracie throws a leg kick but Ster moved away.
Ster throws a right hand that Gracie ducks under and follows up with a left that Gracie also avoids with ease.
Gracie drops his hands momentarily and Ster takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Gracie tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Ster defends well and Gracie ends up having to push Ster into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Ster misses with a head kick. #T2#
Ster takes one on the button.#CUT#It looks like Mon Ster has been cut.
Ster swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Gracie counters with a low kick, right behind Ster 's knee.
Ster scores with a nice right hand.
Gracie shoots in for a takedown but Ster shows good takedown defense.
Ster swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Gracie looks for the body kick but Ster saw that one coming.
A cross from Ster lands.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Gracie finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
A telegraphed right hand from Gracie misses the target.
Gracie scores with a hook.
Gracie smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Gracie avoids a kick to the body.
Gracie throws a low kick, looking for Ster's leg but Ster calmly moves out of range.
Mon Ster is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Gracie throws a nice outside leg kick.
Ster looks to land a combination but Gracie avoids it well.
Nice straight punches there by Ster. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Ster.
Ster throws a lazy right hand but Gracie sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#T3#
Gracie connects with an inside leg kick.
Ster uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Gracie.
Ster waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Gracie.
Ster digs a good hook to Gracie's body.
Ster lands a right hook to the body.
Ster misses with a jab, cross combination.
Ster blocks a jab.
Gracie is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Gracie throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Ster with a nice cross.
Gracie on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Gracie avoids a kick to the body.
Gracie tries to bum rush Ster with a series of wild strikes but Ster uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Ster takes a swing at Gracie's ribcage but misses.
An attempted straight right counter from Gracie misses the target.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Gracie throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Ster's waist but Ster gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Gracie off to one side.
Gracie moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromSter.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for John Wayne Gracie. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T4#
A slow jab from Gracie misses its intended target.
Gracie jabs Ster right on the nose. Ster blinks but takes it well.
Gracie avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Nice body kick there by Ster.
Gracie scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Ster moves in looking to clinch but Gracie pushes him off.
Gracie with a hook.
Gracie with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Ster wants to slow Gracie down by chopping away at his legs.
A little feinted left hand from Gracie on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Gracie connects with a good right hand that stumbles Ster. Ster circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Ster misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Ster connects with a single shot there.
Gracie lands with an overhand left.
Gracie throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Ster tries a quick counter leg kick but Gracie is wise to it.
Ster swings for the body but Gracie moves out of range.
Gracie is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
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 John Wayne Gracie will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Mon Ster's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Gracie lands a nice looking body kick.
Ster stuffs the takedown attempt from Gracie. Gracie gets slowly back to his feet.
Gracie shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Ster has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Ster misses with a wild body shot.
Gracie is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Ster lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Gracie steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Ster.
Ster lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Ster looks to score with a jab to the body but Gracie is just out of range.
Gracie was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Ster slips a jab from Gracie.
Ster looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Gracie is looking to score with low kicks.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gracie looks for the body kick but Ster saw that one coming.
Ster misses with a jab, cross combination.
Gracie connects with a solid leg kick.
Ster looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Ster moves out of range of the body kick from Gracie. #T1#
Gracie looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Gracie throws a shot from downtown. Ster moves away and avoids it.
As Gracie backs off Ster throws a huge counter combo but Gracie manages to avoid it all.
Nice defenses there by Gracie.
Ster lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Gracie circles away quickly and effectively.
Ster misses the jab.
Ster walks into a left hand.
Ster ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Gracie lands with a nice body punch.
A nice combination there by Ster.
Gracie looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Ster staying out of range there.
Mon Ster seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Ster misses with a head kick.
Gracie tries to score a power double leg takedown but Ster sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Gracie somewhat.#T2#
Ster pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nice defenses there by Gracie.
Ster throws a body shot but no joy.
A jab from Ster finds it's way through Gracie's defenses.
Gracie pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Gracie looks to land a left hand but Ster moved out of range nicely.
Gracie throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Ster sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Ster on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
A nice leg kick from Gracie, right into the meat of the thigh.
Ster throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Gracie counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#CUT#That has opened up Mon Ster's cut even more.
Ster waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Gracie.
Gracie misses with a body shot.
A nice side step and Ster releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Ster's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Gracie looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Ster is fending him off so far but Gracie persists. Nope, Ster circles away and we're back to standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for John Wayne Gracie. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ster misses with a body shot
and Gracie counters with a thumping low kick. #T3#
Ster misses with a jab, cross combination.
Gracie throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Ster takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Gracie steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Ster.
Ster misses with a few strikes there.
Ster ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Gracie moves away.
Ster stuffs the takedown.
Gracie misses with a body shot.
Gracie misses with a straight right.
Ster throws a fast counter high kick but Gracie manages to duck under it in time.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Ster checks a leg kick.
Gracie shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Ster sprawls well. Ster wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Gracie gets slowly back to his feet.
Ster cracks Gracie with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.#T4#
Gracie moves out of range as Ster strikes.
Gracie tried to counter with a leg kick but Ster avoided it.
Ster takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
A big right from Gracie misses.
Ster keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Gracie.
Ster wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Ster looks to throw the jab but Gracie is out of range.
It appears Gracie was looking to counter with a kick there.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ster lands a nice looking kick to the body. Gracie takes a step back to recover.
Ster misses with a double jab.
Gracie avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Gracie takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Ster takes a kick to the side of the head.
Gracie throws a lazy right hand but Ster sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Ster misses with a wild body shot.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Mon Ster will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Mon Ster's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R3#
Gracie buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Gracie misses with a leg kick.
Ster avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Ster ducks under a wild hook from Gracie.
A little jabbing left from Ster on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Ster misses with a double jab
and Gracie counters with a thumping low kick.
Ster jabs Gracie right on the nose. Gracie blinks but takes it well.
Ster catches Gracie with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Good leg kick by Gracie.
Ster avoids the body shot from Gracie.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ster connects with a solid leg kick.
Gracie keeps the fight on the outside.
Gracie fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Ster.
Ster ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Gracie moves away.
Ster looks to land a body kick but Gracie moved away.#T1#
Ster fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Gracie looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Gracie is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Ster.
Ster leaves Gracie with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Ster unleashes a big counter combination but Gracie bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Gracie slips a jab from Ster.
Ster misses with a low kick as Gracie jumps back.
Gracie tries to work over Ster's front leg with a kick but Ster checks it.
Ster throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Gracie counters with an inside leg kick.
Gracie jabs at Ster's body.
Gracie shoots in for a takedown but Ster shows good takedown defense.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Gracie. Ster shrugs it off though.
Ster throws a leg kick but Gracie checks it. #CL2#
Ster fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Gracie, pushing him back against the cage.#BC2#
Ster pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Ster bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T2#
Ster throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Gracie throws an overhand right that lands on Ster's shoulder, as Ster tries to avoid the shot.
Nice straight punches there by Gracie. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Gracie.
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 telegraphed takedown attempt from Gracie is defended easily by Ster.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for John Wayne Gracie. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ster looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Ster takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Ster tries to bum rush Gracie with a series of wild strikes but Gracie uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Gracie fails to land with a series of punches.
Gracie avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Gracie 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.
Gracie uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Ster.
Gracie feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Gracie slips a straight right by Ster.#T3#
Gracie on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Ster connects with a leg kick.
A nice leg kick lands there from Gracie.
Ster works the jab nicely.
Gracie turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Ster throws a looping overhand right but Gracie ducks down to avoid it.
Gracie half committed to a counter leg kick.
Ster throws a body shot but no joy.
Ster goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Nice defenses there by Gracie.
Gracie appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Ster wants to clinch.
Gracie ducks down and throws a hook to the body.#T4#
Gracie moves away from the strike by Ster.
Ster throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Gracie shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Ster as he avoids it easily.
A countering left hand to the body from Ster misses.
Ster moves out of range of the body kick.
Gracie connects with a leg kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#TD#
Gracie feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Ster wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Gracie manages to pass to side control. #REVB#
Ster trying to control from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but John Wayne Gracie did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
The cut man is working on Mon Ster'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.#R4#
Ster misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Ster checks a low kick from Gracie.
Gracie throws a poor cross that misses
and Ster counters with a stiff right hand.
Gracie uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Ster.
Ster thuds his right hand into Gracie's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Gracie slips a jab from Ster.
A little feinted left hand from Gracie on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Gracie throws a hook but Ster avoids it easily.
Gracie waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Ster.
Gracie takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Gracie with a jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gracie tries a low kick but Ster avoids it.
Ster throws a shot from downtown. Gracie moves away and avoids it.
The fighters circling - Ster throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Ster misses with a looping right.
Gracie swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Decent striking displayed by Gracie there.#T1#
Gracie looks to throw the jab but Ster is out of range.
Gracie throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Ster throws a jab but it's blocked by Gracie.
Gracie appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Gracie wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Ster uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Gracie.
Gracie lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Ster at a distance.
A punch lands to the side of Gracie 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Ster looks to land a combination but Gracie avoids it well.
Ster misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Gracie.
Ster wants to clinch.
Gracie is looking to counter punch.
Gracie is looking to chop away at Ster's legs.
Gracie finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt. #T2#
Ster fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Gracie manages to avoid it.
Ster moves out of range as Gracie strikes.
Ster shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Ster with the inside leg kick.
Ster misses with a looping right.
Ster waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Gracie.
Gracie half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Ster takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Ster misses with a 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!
Ster keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Ster. Gracie shrugs it off though.
Gracie misses with a low kick.
Gracie tries a low kick but Ster avoids it.
Gracie dives in and grabs Ster's left leg, looking for a takedown. Ster pushes down on Gracie's head and hops out.
Gracie drops his hands momentarily and Ster takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. #T3#
Ster is looking to clinch.
Gracie uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Ster.
Ster fails to land with a series of punches.
A decent looking cross lands there for Ster.
Gracie attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Ster lands a nice shot that snaps Gracie's head back.
Ster throws a half hearted mid kick.
Gracie fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ster manages to avoid it.
Gracie looks to land a body kick but Ster moved away.
A little jabbing left from Ster on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Ster chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Gracie thuds his right hand into Ster's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Gracie shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Ster pinned against the cage. Ster gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Ster lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.#T4#
Gracie gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Ster.
You can see that Ster has visibly slowed down as a result of the leg kicks
A low kick lands for Gracie.
Ster finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Ster fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Gracie manages to avoid it.
Ster ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Gracie moves away.
Ster avoids a kick to the body.
Gracie wants to land a leg kick but Ster is out of range.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ster fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Ster misses with a head kick.
Ster tries to clinch but Gracie is having none of it.
Gracie lands a two punch combo.
Gracie throws a nice inside leg kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close fourth round but Mon Ster will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Mon Ster's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R5#
Ster walks into a stiff left hand from Gracie.
A slow jab from Ster misses its intended target.
Gracie throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Ster sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Gracie avoids the body shot from Ster.
Gracie fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Gracie displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Ster throws out the jab.
Gracie feinted there with a counter leg kick.
A good leg kick by Ster.
Ster takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Gracie moves out of range of the strikes.
Ster shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ster takes one to the side of the head.
Ster misses with a body shot.
A little feinted left hand from Gracie on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
A bone on bone clash there as Ster blocks the leg kick.
Ster has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Gracie getting the better of the striking in that exchange.#CUT#The cut above Mon Ster's eye is starting to cause him problems now.#T1#
Ster bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Good leg kick by Gracie.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Gracie 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 Ster has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Ster and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Ster throws a shot from downtown. Gracie moves away and avoids it.
Ster throws a right and a left that both miss.
Gracie looks for a takedown but Ster sprawls well.
A nice side step and Ster releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Ster throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Gracie tries to score with a low kick but Ster moves his leg out of the way.
Ster scores with a decent looking hook.
A big right from Ster misses. #TD#
Gracie looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Gracie not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #T2#
Gracie working over Ster with some ground and pound. Ster looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Gracie controlling the action here.
Ster keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Ster is trying to stand. #T3#
Gracie throws a strike but Ster avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
Gracie is working Ster over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Gracie throws a big elbow that misses.
Gracie throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Ster works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Gracie accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Gracie controls from within his opponent's guard. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Ster keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Gracie slips a straight right by Ster.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Gracie keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Gracie throws a nice outside leg kick.
Ster scores with a body shot.
Gracie jabs Ster right on the nose. Ster blinks but takes it well.
Ster fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Gracie manages to avoid it.
Ster dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Gracie avoids the body shot from Ster.
It looked like Gracie wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Ster throws a series of punches but Gracie moves out of range.
Gracie shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Ster but Ster pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Ster shapes to counter with a head kick.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for John Wayne Gracie. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Gracie staying out of range there.
It looked like Gracie wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Ster throws a big shot that misses.
Gracie has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Gracie there as he acknowledges the shot.
Gracie looks to land a left hand but Ster moved out of range nicely.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Chad Campbell scores the fight 47:48
Judge Dean Styles scores the fight 47:50
Judge Lou da Vinci scores the fight 45:50

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mon Ster!

Mon Ster is the new heavyweight champion!
An out of breath Mon Ster thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

 

Event: Grunge 12: Doused in Mud     
Date:   Aug 02, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Ster lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Ster gets through Fiddlesticks's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Ster throws an elbow but it's blocked.
The referee calls for Ster to work. #BC#
Ster breaks the clinch.
Ster lands with an uppercut that bounces Fiddlesticks off the cage and back into range.#CL2#
Fiddlesticks closes the distance and clinches.
Ster goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #BC#
Ster breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ster avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Fiddlesticks fails to land the takedown.
Ster misses with a hook. Fiddlesticks ducked under it nicely.
Fiddlesticks uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ster.
Ster throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air. #TD2#
Fiddlesticks looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Ster!#ES#
Ster throws Fiddlesticks to one side and escapes!#T1#
Ster throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Fiddlesticks.
Ster scores with a head kick. Fiddlesticks tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Ster ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Fiddlesticks moves away.
Fiddlesticks displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Ster throws out the jab.
Fiddlesticks lands a really nice looking cross but Ster seems unphased. #CL#
Ster closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Nice elbow from Ster.
Ster lands a good knee to the midsection. Fiddlesticks won't want to take too many of those.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Ster creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Ster throws an elbow that misses. #BC#
Ster's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Ster connects with a right hand. Fiddlesticks shakes it off.
Fiddlesticks moves in looking to clinch but Ster pushes him off.
Fiddlesticks swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches. #T2#
Fiddlesticks wants to clinch but Ster slips to the side
enabling Ster to counter with a crisp jab.
Ster stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Ster wants it to stay on the feet.
Ster throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Ster tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Fiddlesticks is able to avoid easily.
Mon Ster is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Fiddlesticks looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Fiddlesticks takes a swing at Ster's ribcage but misses.
Jab from Ster.
Ster throws a body punch but Fiddlesticks moves out of range.
Fiddlesticks misses with a two punch combination.
Ster misses with a straight left.
Fiddlesticks with the counter takedown but Ster avoids it easily.
Ramses Fiddlesticks seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ster misses the shot to the body.
Fiddlesticks blocks a head kick by Ster.
Fiddlesticks with the counter takedown but Ster avoids it easily.
Fiddlesticks looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Mon Ster has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ramses Fiddlesticks.
Fiddlesticks misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Fiddlesticks displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination. #CUT2#It looks like Mon Ster has been cut.#T3#
Ster lands a glancing blow to the side of Fiddlesticks's head.
Fiddlesticks fails with the takedown.
Ster looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Nice defenses there by Ster.
Fiddlesticks fails to land the takedown.
A nice leg kick from Ster, right into the meat of the thigh.
Fiddlesticks tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Ster takes a swing at Fiddlesticks's ribcage but misses.
Fiddlesticks lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Fiddlesticks has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Ster.
Ster scores with a nice body kick.
Ster throws a solid leg kick but Fiddlesticks takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Ster.
Ster throws a sloppy head kick and Fiddlesticks moves out of range easily.
Fiddlesticks fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Ster closes the distance and lands a one-two.#T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Fiddlesticks checks the leg kick nicely there.
A nice side step and Fiddlesticks releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Fiddlesticks ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Ster moves away.
Fiddlesticks shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Ster eats them both and turns towards Fiddlesticks to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Fiddlesticks will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Ster swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Ster throws a wild body kick that Fiddlesticks sees coming a mile off.
Ster throws a nice looking combination but Fiddlesticks bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Fiddlesticks tries to clinch but Ster is having none of it.
No joy there for Fiddlesticks, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Fiddlesticks crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Ster - the referee stops the clock and Fiddlesticks gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Ster. Fiddlesticks manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Fiddlesticks takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Fiddlesticks scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.#CL#
Ster darts in and clinches Fiddlesticks up against the cage.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Ster lands a glancing elbow in the clinch. #CUT#It looks like Ramses Fiddlesticks has been cut.
Fiddlesticks working hard to break the clinch.
Fiddlesticks takes an elbow to the forehead.
Ster 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.

Mon Ster dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Ster throws a combination. Fiddlesticks tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Mon Ster is winning the standup battle so far.
Ster throws the left hand but Fiddlesticks avoids the punch easily.
Ster misses with the combination.
Fiddlesticks swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Ster connects with a crisp jab.
Fiddlesticks shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Ster as he jumps to the side.
Ster scores with a nice head shot.#TD2#
Ster gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Fiddlesticks trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SU2#
Fiddlesticks gets to his feet - Ster follows without any prompting.
Fiddlesticks tries for a takedown but Ster circles away easily
and Ster connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T1#
Ster lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Ster throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Sloppy strikes from Fiddlesticks. Those never looked like landing.
Fiddlesticks takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Ster throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Fiddlesticks.
Ster feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Fiddlestickss jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Ster ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.#CL#
Ster has managed to clinch.
Ster lands a body punch. #BC#
Ster breaks from the clinch.
Fiddlesticks fails with the takedown
and Ster counters with a stiff right hand.
Mon Ster has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ramses Fiddlesticks.
Ster rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Fiddlesticks moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Ramses Fiddlesticks is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Fiddlesticks throws a right and a left that Ster avoids nicely.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A thudding body kick lands there by Ster!
Ster looks for the body kick but Fiddlesticks saw that one coming.
Ster lands with a right hand.
Ster is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.#T2#
Fiddlesticks misses with a two punch combination.
Ster throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Ster lands a leg kick that knocks Fiddlesticks off balance momentarily.
Ster is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Fiddlesticks throws a combination that misses
and Ster counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Fiddlesticks is breathing heavily.
Fiddlesticks misses with a few strikes there.
Fiddlesticks wants to clinch.
Ster is looking to counter with head kicks.
Ster moves into range and connects with a jab.
Ster jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Fiddlesticks throws a counter combo.
Ster misses with a body shot
and Fiddlesticks counters with a left and a right that stings Ster. #TD2#
Fiddlesticks closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. #SUB2#
Fiddlesticks goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Ster has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Fiddlesticks but great work by Ster.
Ster remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while. #T3#
Ster continues to stall.
Fiddlesticks wants to get back to his feet but Ster is dominant here and he's now got Fiddlesticks's back!
Fiddlesticks is trying to stand back up.
Ster trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Fiddlesticks doesn't escape.
Ster lands a punch that was close to the back of the head but the ref thinks it's OK.
Fiddlesticks wants to get back to his feet.
Ster is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position. #T4#
Fiddlesticks is trying to stand back up.
Ster just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
More hug and hope from Ster.
Fiddlesticks trying to get back to his feet but Ster is in full control for now.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mon Ster dominated that second 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. This is the final round!#R3#
The fighters circle momentarily. Ster darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Ster throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Ster lands a jab to the nose.
Fiddlesticks connects with a nice looking jab.
Good shot there by Ster.
Ster lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Ster.
Fiddlesticks tries to clinch up
and Ster counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CL#
Ster closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Ster lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ster stalls.
Fiddlesticks blocks an elbow strike from Ster.
Ster is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Fiddlesticks can do to turn this around?
Fiddlesticks is looking to break free of the clinch but Ster has double underhooks. #T1#
Ster working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Ster throws a punch but it's blocked by Fiddlesticks.
Ster misses with an elbow over the top.#BC#
Ster breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Ster stuns Fiddlesticks with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Fiddlesticks throws an off balance right hand
and Ster counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Fiddlesticks tries to clinch
and Fiddlesticks takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Ster throws a quick inside leg kick.
Fiddlesticks takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Ster with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Fiddlesticks walks into a jab.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Fiddlesticks shoots in for a double leg but Ster sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Ster throws a right and a left that Fiddlesticks avoids nicely.
Fiddlesticks shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Ster as he jumps to the side.
Fiddlesticks blocks a jab.#T2#
Fiddlesticks takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Ster lands a nice leg kick that just misses Fiddlesticks's sensitive parts.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Fiddlesticks.
Ster seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Mon Ster has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ramses Fiddlesticks.
Fiddlesticks shoots in looking for a takedown but Ster manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Fiddlesticks's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Fiddlesticks takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Ster uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Ster cracks Fiddlesticks with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Ster with a jab.
Fiddlesticks on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
No luck for Fiddlesticks with that takedown attempt.
Ster swats away the attempt to clinch by Fiddlesticks.
Fiddlesticks looks to land a combination but Ster avoids it well.
Ster leaves Fiddlesticks with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Ster fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.#T3#
Ster cracks a nice hook into Fiddlesticks's ribs.
Ster scores with a nice right hand.
Fiddlesticks tries to clinch but Ster is having none of it.
Ster connects with a nice looking jab.
Ster tests Fiddlesticks's chin there with a solid looking shot.#CL#
Ster fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Fiddlesticks, pushing him back against the cage.
Fiddlesticks being controlled against the cage.#BC#
Ster's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL#
Ster moves into the clinch.
Ster pushes off an throws an elbow but Fiddlesticks leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.#BC#
Ster breaks the clinch.
Ramses Fiddlesticks has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
Ster avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Fiddlesticks shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Fiddlesticks lands a jab to Ster's midsection.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Fiddlesticks misses with a lunging right hand
enabling Ster to counter with a crisp jab.
Fiddlesticks takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Ster throws a push kick but Fiddlesticks slaps the foot to one side.
Mon Ster is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Ster throws a series of punches but Fiddlesticks avoids them all with ease.
A right-left combo lands from Ster.
Fiddlesticks with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Ster to score with a decent uppercut.
Fiddlesticks on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Ster lands a glancing blow to the side of Fiddlesticks's head.
Fiddlesticks misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Fiddlesticks misses with a series of wild punches.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Ster with a nice calf kick.
Ster getting the better of the striking in that exchange.

And that's the end of the fight!
Mon Ster showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Ster 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 Frank Dennis scores the fight 30:26
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 30:26
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mon Ster!

An out of breath Mon Ster thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
Ramses Fiddlesticks was interviewed post fight and said 'Um, this is no surprise. I don't know why I fight. I don't even like fighting.'.

 

Event: Grunge 9: Down in a Hole     
Date:   Jul 04, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#CL#
Ster gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
A short left from Dio. #CUT2#It looks like Mon Ster has been cut.
Dio blocks an elbow strike from Ster.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Ster just misses with a elbow thrown towards Dio's brow.
Ster is leaning against Dio and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
A right hook to the body lands for Dio.
Dio is trying to push Ster away but Ster has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
A short left from Ster.
Dio misses with a hook from the clinch.
Dio takes a shot to the head.
Ster swings wildly with an uppercut but Dio uses good head movement to avoid it.
Dio misses with a body punch.
Ster misses with a short punch on the inside. #BC2#
Dio breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Dio fails in his attempt to clinch.
Ster will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Ster moves out of range as Dio strikes.
Dio missing with a left hand there. Ster was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Ster dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Dio. That did some damage!#T1#
Dio moves out of range of the strikes.
Dio is looking for the big counter here.
Ster has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Team Beta Fail in the buildup to the fight.
Ster throws a body kick, spinning off balance#TD2#
and Dio counters with a nice double leg into side control. Ster won't be happy with that.
Dio fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Dio landing strikes.
Dio misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
Dio takes a little break here. Ster wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Dio postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly. #T2#
Dio working the strikes but Ster uses the opportunity to regain half guard.
Dio trying to control the pace.
Dio seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Ster does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Dio not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Dio missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Dio with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Dio sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Ster defending well though.
Dio is trying to control the action in half guard but Ster is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Ster wants to improve his position but Dio is controlling well.
Dio thows a huge punch but Ster dodges it nicely. #T3#
Dio throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Dio looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Dio takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Dio not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #SUB2#
Dio is trying to work for a kimura but Ster is defending well.
Dio throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Ster to regain full guard.
Dio stopping the sweep attempt from Ster.
Dio trying to control but Ster is working from the bottom.
Ster tries to land a sweep but no joy. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#CL2#
Dio takes the fight into the clinch.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Ster.
A short right from Ster.
Dio wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Dio avoiding damage as Ster throws knees to the body.
Ster lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #BC#
Ster manages to break the clinch.
Ster throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Dio stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Ster throws a head kick that Dio semi-blocks.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Ster.
Ster misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Dio throws a poor cross that misses
and Ster counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Dio takes a jab right on the kisser.
Sloppy strikes from Dio. Those never looked like landing.
Dio shoots for a takedown but Ster saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
A slow jab from Ster misses its intended target.
Dio unleashes a big counter combination but Ster bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.#CL#
Ster closes the distance and clinches.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mon Ster dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Mon Ster's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Dio looks for a takedown but Ster sprawls well.
Ster throws a lazy uppercut
and Dio counters with a stiff right hand.
Mon Ster seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ster tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Dio throws a jab when Ster was well out of range.
Dio on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Dio tries to close the distance and clinch but Ster swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Dio wants to clinch.
Dio misses with a series of wild punches.
John Dio is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Ster.
Dio looks to land a left hand but Ster moved out of range nicely.
The fight stays on the outside here - Ster looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#T1#
Dio swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Dio takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Dio fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Ster avoids it really well and circles away.
Mon Ster is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Dio moves out of range of the body kick from Ster.
Dio swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Ster lands a nice hook to Dio's body. Dio takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Ster misses with a two punch combination.
Dio takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Ster swats away the attempt to clinch by Dio.
Ster smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Dio scores with a crisp jab that stopped Ster in his tracks.
Ster throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. #T2#
Ster cracks a nice hook into Dio's ribs.
Ster with a nice calf kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Dio lands the left hand.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Ster.
Ster misses with a body kick.
Ster moves out of range of the strikes.
Ster jabs Dio to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Dio throws an overhand right that lands on Ster's shoulder, as Ster tries to avoid the shot.
Ster lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Ster tries to close the distance and clinch but Dio swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Dio is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Ster throws a hook but Dio blocks it.
Mon Ster is winning the standup battle so far.
Ster avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Ster darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Dio takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Dio looks to land a right hand but Ster moved out of range.#T3#
A slow jab from Dio misses its intended target.
Ster throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Ster slips a jab and a cross from Dio.
Good work by Dio as he checks the leg kick.
It seemed like Dio was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Ster scores with the left hand. Dio knows he should have avoided that one.
Ster bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Dio avoids a punch combination nicely.
Dio lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Ster circles away quickly and effectively.
Dio throws out a loose jab but Ster uses good head movement to avoid it.
Dio 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.
Ster throws a right and a left that Dio avoids nicely.
Ster uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Dio.
Dio throws a right and a left that Ster avoids nicely.
Ster was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Dio throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air. #T4#
Dio catches Ster with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dio rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Ster moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Ster misses with a double jab
and Dio counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Ster connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Dio throws a jab when Ster was well out of range.
Ster scores with a sloppy right hand. Dio should have avoided that one.
Dio throws a series of punches but Ster moves out of range.
Dio on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Dio throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Ster looks to land a combination but Dio avoids it well.
Dio gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Ster.
Ster swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Dio throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mon Ster dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Mon Ster's cut.
That's time! Ster's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Dio scores with a hook.
Ster is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Dio can do to turn this around?
Ster throws a head kick but Dio moves out of range.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Dio! But no joy.
Ster misses with a body kick.
Ster gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Dio.
Ster misses with an attempted mid kick.
Ster throws a lazy right hand but Dio sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Ster throws a body shot but no joy.
Ster avoids a punch combination nicely.
Nice shot by Ster.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dio tries to bum rush Ster with a series of wild strikes but Ster uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Ster uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Dio.
Ster was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Ster throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Ster bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Dio's head backwards.#T1#
Dio tries to clinch but Ster is having none of it.
Ster lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Dio tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Ster was well out of range. Poor timing from Dio.
Dio throws a big shot that misses.
Ster misses with a kick to the body.
Ster throws a body kick that misses.
Dio throws out a counter right but Ster avoids it with no problem.
Ster fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Dio manages to avoid it.
Jab, jab by Dio - just one landing.
Ster connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Dio's hands.
Dio tries to close the distance and clinch but Ster swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Dio slips under a jab from Ster.
Dio scores with a body shot.
Ster throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Ster changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.#T2##CL2#
Dio has closed the distance and engaged Ster in a clinch.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Dio doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Ster blocks a body shot from Dio.
Dio tries to throw a body punch but Ster avoids it by throwing Dio back against the cage.
Ster lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Dio backwards.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Ster just misses with a elbow thrown towards Dio's brow.
Dio misses with a punch to the body.
Ster lands an elbow just above Dio 's eye. #CUT#It looks like John Dio has been cut.
Dio managing to block the knees to the body from Ster. #BC#
Ster breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Ster moves out of range as Dio strikes.
Ster throws a hook but Dio blocks it.
Dio takes a swing at Ster's ribcage but misses.
Ster with a jab.
Ster feints and then cracks Dio's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Dio down.
Ster 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.
Dio misses with a jab, cross combination. #T3#
Ster throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Ster bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Dio goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.#CUT2#Mon Ster's cut is getting worse.
Dio tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Ster manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Ster ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Dio moves away.
Dio uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Ster.
Dio fails with an attempt to clinch.
Dio checks a leg kick.
Ster keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Dio throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Dio throws a hook but Ster blocks it.
Ster tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Dio shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Ster lands a glancing blow to the side of Dio's head.#T4#
Donk. Ster catches Dio right on the button with a cross.
Dio swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
letting Ster counter with a 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!
Ster rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Dio counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
A big right from Ster misses.
A little jabbing left from Dio on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Ster throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Despite the aggression on Dio's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Mon Ster is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Dio has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Dio uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Ster.
Dio misses with a jab, cross combination.
Dio throws a series of punches but Ster avoids them all with ease.
Ster went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Ster tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dio was well out of range. Poor timing from Ster.
Ster misses with a looping right.
Ster takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Dio scores with a jab to the head.
John Dio has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Ster lands a head kick!
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Dio misses with a takedown attempt - Ster sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.

And that's the end of the fight!
Mon Ster showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Ster, 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 Cecil Peabody scores the fight 30:27
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 30:27
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mon Ster!

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

 

Event: ICS 29     
Date:   May 03, 2020
#R1#
Brakeley scores to the head and body with a nice combination!#CUT#
It looks like Mon Ster has been cut.
Brakeley fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Ster is out of range.
A slow jab from Brakeley misses its intended target.
Ster is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Ster jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Ster checks a low kick from Brakeley.
Ster jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Ster uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Brakeley.
A punch lands to the side of Brakeley 's head but he takes it in his stride.
A chopping leg kick lands by Brakeley.
Ster walks into a jab.
Ster lands a glancing blow to the side of Brakeley's head.
Nice body punch from Brakeley.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ster throws a sloppy head kick and Brakeley moves out of range easily.
Ster 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.
Brakeley is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Ster.
Ster throws a right hand that Brakeley ducks under and follows up with a left that Brakeley also avoids with ease.
Ster fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Brakeley lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Brakeley tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #T1#
Ster has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Ster there as he acknowledges the shot.
Brakeley swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Ster throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Brakeley sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Brakeley misses with a body shot.
Ster throws a looping overhand right but Brakeley ducks down to avoid it.
Brakeley throws a half hearted mid kick.
Ster connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Brakeley takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Ster throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Brakeley.
Brakeley was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Ster misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Ster scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Brakeley throws a hook but Ster avoids it easily.
Brakeley scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ster looks to land a left hand but Brakeley moved out of range nicely.
Ster throws a shot from downtown. Brakeley moves away and avoids it.
Ster cracks Brakeley with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Brakeley slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.#T2#
Good shot there by Brakeley.
Brakeley throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A lazy left from Brakeley finds it's target.#CUT#
That has opened up Mon Ster's cut even more.
Ster throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Brakeley sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Brakeley stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Brakeley lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Brakeley.#CUT#
The cut above Mon Ster's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Brakeley uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Ster.
Ster looks to land a left hand but Brakeley moved out of range nicely.
Brakeley throws a lazy right hand but Ster sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
It seemed like Ster was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Ster tries to land a front kick but Brakeley steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Nice cross by Brakeley.
That kick from Brakeley tenderised Ster's leg. Ster is trying to keep his angry face on.
Brakeley uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Ster.
Ster throws the kick towards the body but Brakeley avoids it.
Brakeley misses with a low kick.
Ster swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Ster bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Ster misses with a two punch combination.
Brakeley is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.#T3#
Brakeley has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Brakeley there as he acknowledges the shot.
Brakeley scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Ster doesn't seem bothered though.
Brakeley scores with a crisp jab that stopped Ster in his tracks.
Brakeley circles away from the clinch attempt.
It looked like Brakeley was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Ster misses with a wild combination.
Ster lands a nice hook to Brakeley's body. Brakeley takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Brakeley throws a head kick that misses.
The fighters circling - Brakeley throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Ster throws a counter combo.
Brakeley falls off balance throwing a combination
and Ster connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Ster misses with an uppercut. Brakeley saw that one coming.
A looping hook to the body misses from Brakeley. Ster does a little dance to reset his feet.
Brakeley misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ster.
Danga de danga de dang - Brakeley scores with a four punch combination!#CUT#
Mon Ster's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.#T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A jab from Brakeley misses.
Ster misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Brakeley.
Brakeley gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Ster counters with a one-two to the body.
Brakeley throws a head kick that misses.
Brakeley pivots, looking for a leg kick but Ster is out of range and Brakeley settles back down.
Brakeley swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Brakeley is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Ster fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Brakeley avoids the head kick by Ster.
Ster checks a leg kick nicely.
Ster keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Ster stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Brakeley.
Ster is looking to land body kicks.
A telegraphed right hand from Brakeley misses the target.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Brakeley digs a good body shot into Ster's ribs.
An inside leg kick from Brakeley misses.
Ster digs a good hook to Brakeley's body.
Brakeley cracks Ster with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Michael Brakeley dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Mon Ster's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Brakeley throws a front kick aimed at Ster's knee but Ster avoids it well.
Ster appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Brakeley is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Ster can do to turn this around?
Ster moves out of range of the strikes.
Ster fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Brakeley checks it well.
Brakeley looks to land a left hand but Ster moved out of range nicely.
Ster lunges at Brakeley with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Brakeley's hand.
Ster 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.
Brakeley takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Ster listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Ster ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Ster misses with a hook.
Ster scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Brakeley doesn't seem bothered though.
Ster connects with a good right hand that stumbles Brakeley. Brakeley circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Ster throws a hook but Brakeley blocks it.
Ster takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Brakeley uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Ster.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ster ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Ster feints and then cracks Brakeley's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Brakeley down. #T1#
Brakeley moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Michael Brakeley is winning the standup battle so far.
Brakeley throws a body shot but no joy.
Ster follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Brakeley takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Brakeley misses with a leg kick.
Brakeley fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ster manages to avoid it.
Ster has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Ster there as he acknowledges the shot.
A slow jab from Ster misses its intended target.
Brakeley dodges the punch combination from Ster.
Ster gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Brakeley.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:48 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Michael Brakeley!

 

Event: ICS 25     
Date:   Apr 19, 2020
#R1#
Drama takes one to the side of the head.
Ster lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Drama at a distance.
We've been told by Ster's head coaches at Team Beta Fail that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Ster blocks a leg kick.
Ster was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Ster has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.#CUT2#
It looks like Mon Ster has been cut.
Drama avoids the body shot from Ster.
Ster fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Drama on the side of the head.
Ster pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Drama back to the cage. Ster follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Drama misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Drama missing with a left hand there. Ster was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Drama connects with a good right hand that stumbles Ster. Ster circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A telegraphed right hand from Ster misses the target.
Drama is looking to land body kicks.
Ster throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Drama sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Ster throws a shot from downtown. Drama moves away and avoids it.
A jab from Drama misses.
A head kick misses from Ster.
Ster misses with a series of wild punches.
Drama scores with a jab to the head. #T1#
Ster takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Ster misses with a looping left.
Ster misses with a body shot.
Ster misses with a right hand
and Drama counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Ster misses with a right hand
and Drama counters with a nice uppercut.
Drama closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Drama throws a body punch but Ster moves out of range.
Drama throws a sloppy head kick and Ster moves out of range easily.
Drama lands a leg kick that knocks Ster off balance momentarily.
Ster throws a predictable looking body shot
and Drama counters with a nice low kick that buckles Ster's knee momentarily.
Ster staying out of range there.
Ster bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Drama looks to throw the jab but Ster is out of range.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Drama throws a big shot that misses.
Drama takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Left hook, right uppercut from Drama. #CUT2#
Mon Ster's cut is getting worse.#T2#
Drama getting the better of the striking in that exchange.#CUT2#
Mon Ster's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
A punch combination from Drama misses.
Drama on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Ster takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Drama pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Ster throws a right hand that misses
letting Drama counter with a right hand.
Drama avoids a kick to the body.
Drama moves into range and connects with a jab.
Ster wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Drama slips a jab and a cross from Ster.
Drama avoids the head kick by Ster.
Ster checks a leg kick nicely.
Ster connects with a body shot.
Ster misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Drama is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Ster had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
Drama will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air. #T3#
Drama throws a right hand that Ster ducks under and follows up with a left that Ster also avoids with ease.
Drama throws a series of punches but Ster avoids them all with ease.
Ster looks for the body kick but Drama saw that one coming.
Drama walks into a jab.
Ster getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Ster swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Ster looks to land a right hand but Drama moved out of range.
Ster swings for the body but Drama moves out of range.
Drama with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Ster to score with a decent uppercut.
Ster thuds his shin into the meat of Drama's side.
Drama throws out a loose jab but Ster uses good head movement to avoid it.
A left lands for Drama.#CUT2#
Jeez, Mon Ster's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.
Ster misses with an uppercut.
Ster bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Drama lands a nice leg kick that just misses Ster's sensitive parts.
Drama moves out of range of the body kick.#T4#
Ster slips a jab from Drama.
Drama just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromSter.
Ster avoids a punch combination nicely.
Ster jabbing away but nothing is landing.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Ster checks a leg kick.
The fighters circling - Ster throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A good leg kick by Ster.
Drama scores with a hook.#CL#
Ster instigates a clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ster.
Ster lands an uppercut.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Ster tries to stall but Drama uses the opportunity to gain a better position. #BC#
Ster's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Drama feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Sters jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Ster explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Johnny Drama will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Mon Ster'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.
#R2#
Ster tries to clinch up but Drama circles away and keeps his distance.
Ster lands with a right hand.
Ster throws a push kick but Drama slaps the foot to one side.
Drama scores with a jab to the head.
Drama throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
A head kick from Drama lands but Ster takes it in his stride.
Drama jabs at Ster's body.
Ster pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Drama back to the cage. Ster follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Johnny Drama is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Ster lunges at Drama with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Drama's hand.
Johnny Drama seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Drama gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A thudding body kick lands there by Ster!
A jab from Drama misses.
Drama thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Ster if he has to take too many more of those.
Ster throws a leg kick but Drama sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Drama keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:06 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Johnny Drama!
Johnny Drama thanked the fans post fight for their support.

 

Event: ICS 19     
Date:   Mar 29, 2020
#R1#
Glatt goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Glatt gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Ster.
Nice cross by Glatt.#CUT2#
It looks like Mon Ster has been cut.
Ster misses with a body kick.
Ster has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Glatt.
Ster thows a left - swing and a miss!
Doug Glatt seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Glatt throws a half hearted mid kick.#CL#
Ster moves into the clinch successfully.
Glatt lands with a short shot to the head.
Glatt is pushing Ster up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Ster lands an elbow just above Glatt 's eye.
Glatt has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Glatt is trying to maintain a safe position but Ster gets an underhook and turns Glatt into the cage.#BC#
Ster breaks the clinch.
Glatt moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Glatt throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Glatt thows a leg kick but Ster checks it
and Glatt takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Ster swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Glatt - that will leave a mark!
Glatt tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Ster was well out of range. Poor timing from Glatt.#T1#
Ster blocks the body kick.
A nice inside leg kick there by Ster. That's going to slow Glatt down.
Good work by Ster as he checks the leg kick.
Ster scores with a head kick.
Glatt throws the kick towards the body but Ster avoids it.
Ster ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Glatt moves away.
Glatt throws out a counter right but Ster avoids it with no problem.
Ster misses with a hook.
Ster throws a body shot but no joy.
Glatt throws a head kick that Ster semi-blocks.
Glatt cracks the inside of Ster's front leg.
Ster blocks a head kick by Glatt.
Ster pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Glatt looks to land a left hand but Ster moved out of range nicely.
Glatt cracks Ster with a good jab.
Glatt finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Glatt tries to land a body kick
and Ster counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ster takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
No joy there for Ster, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
It seemed like Glatt was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Glatt gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.#T2#
Glatt fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Glatt throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Ster sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Glatt throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Glatt throws the left hand but Ster avoids the punch easily.
Ster moves out of range as Glatt strikes.
Ster throws a body kick that misses.
Glatt 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.
Ster throws a predictable looking body shot
and Glatt counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Good work by Ster as he checks the leg kick.
Glatt takes one to the side of the head.
Glatt throws a push kick but Ster slaps the foot to one side.
Ster has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Ster there as he acknowledges the shot.#CUT2#
Mon Ster's cut is getting worse.
Glatt pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Glatt walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Ster checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Glatt fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Ster on the side of the head.
Glatt walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Glatt lands with a slapping head kick.
Glatt throws a hook to the side of Ster's head but Ster sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#T3#
Ster throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Glatt takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Glatt cracks Ster with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.#CUT2#
Mon Ster's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Glatt uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Ster.
Glatt misses with a body kick.
Nice jab there from Ster.
Ster just misses with a punch to the body.
Ster throws a front kick that sends Glatt stumbling back into the cage.
Glatt tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Ster is able to avoid easily.
Ster misses with a body shot.
A head kick by Glatt misses
and Ster counters with a series of strikes. Glatt will be more careful next time no doubt.
Glatt throws an overhand right that lands on Ster's shoulder, as Ster tries to avoid the shot.
Ster bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Glatt steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Ster.
Glatt looks to land a body kick but Ster moved away.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Glatt fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ster manages to avoid it.
It looks like Ster has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Glatt keeps the fight on the outside.
Ster throws a head kick but Glatt moves out of range. #T4#
Glatt blocks the body kick.
Ster lands with a nice body punch.
Glatt throws a head kick that Ster semi-blocks.
Ster takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Ster moves out of range of the body kick from Glatt.
Ster thuds a left hand into Glatt's body.
Glatt avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Ster defending well as Glatt loads up on a big left hand.
Ster slips a straight right by Glatt.
Ster throws a head kick but Glatt moves out of range.
It seemed like Glatt was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Ster throws a series of strikes that have Glatt backpedaling.
Glatt pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Glatt avoids the body shot from Ster.
Glatt keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Ster ducks right into an uppercut from Glatt.
Glatt takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Ster connects with the punch.
Ster 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 Doug Glatt will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Mon Ster's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Ster misses with a jab, cross combination.
Glatt thows a leg kick but Ster checks it
and Ster counters with a kick to the head that grazes his opponent. Glatt is lucky that one didn't land flush.
Glatt connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
A shot to the liver by Glatt. Beautiful body shot.
A shot to the liver by Glatt. Beautiful body shot.
Glatt works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Glatt scores with a sloppy right hand. Ster should have avoided that one.
Glatt is looking to slow Ster down with leg kicks.
Ster takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Ster looks to score with a jab to the body but Glatt is just out of range.
A head kick misses from Glatt.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Glatt lands a jab.
Ster blocks a head kick by Glatt.
Ster swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
The crowd cheers as Ster lands an impressive looking overhand right. Glatt doesn't seem phased though.
Glatt looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Glatt lets loose with a powerful body kick. Ster will feel that in the morning.
Ster with a body punch. A glancing blow.
The crowd cheers as Ster lands an impressive looking overhand right. Glatt doesn't seem phased though.
Glatt tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Ster was well out of range. Poor timing from Glatt.#T1##CL#
Ster clinches.
Glatt wants to break the clinch but can't.
Glatt lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Glatt is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Glatt lands with a short punch from the clinch.
A body shot lands from Glatt.
Glatt lands with a short head shot on the inside. #CUT2#
Jeez, Mon Ster's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.
Glatt lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Glatt pushes Ster back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Glatt scores with a hook to the body.
Glatt throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Glatt creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Glatt lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Doug Glatt!
A very excited looking Doug Glatt 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: ICS Leapyear     
Date:   Feb 29, 2020
#R1#
Ster misses with a looping right.
Laine works Ster's body with a nice hook.
Laine avoids the head kick by Ster.
Laine checks a leg kick nicely.
Laine scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Ster blocks the body kick.
Ster blocks the body kick.
Laine blocks a head kick by Ster.
Laine looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Ster misses with a straight left.
Laine feints a counter leg kick.
Laine slips under a jab.
Laine thuds a left hand into Ster's body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Laine throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Laine just misses with a punch to the body.
Laine takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Laine throws out a powerful jab.#CUT2#
It looks like Mon Ster has been cut.
Mon Ster seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Laine defending well as Ster loads up on a big left hand. #T1##CL#
Ster clinches up with Laine and pushes him back against the cage.
Laine fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #BC2#
Laine breaks from the clinch.
Laine lands a nice shot to the body.
Laine on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Ster throws a jab when Laine was well out of range.
Laine was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Ster throws a lazy right hand but Laine sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Laine connects with a good right hand that stumbles Ster. Ster circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Laine cracks Ster with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Laine tries a head kick but it misses.
Ster throws a predictable looking body shot
and Laine counters with an inside leg kick.
Laine lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Laine with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Laine lands a lovely overhand right.
Laine throws a head kick that misses. #T2#
Laine avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Ster lands with a shot to the body.
Ster lands a jab to Laine's midsection.
Ster lands a head shot.
Laine moves out of range of the body kick from Ster.
Ster tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Laine doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Ster is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Laine.
Laine throws a leg kick
and Ster counters with a left and a right that stings Laine.
Ster cracks Laine with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Laine.
Ster looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Ster. Laine shrugs it off though.
Laine throws a low kick but it's checked well by Ster.#T3#
Ster uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Laine.
Ster was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Ster checks a leg kick.
Laine scores with a nice body kick.
Ster with a jab.
Laine throws a sloppy head kick
and Ster counters with a one-two to the body.
Laine uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Ster.
Laine throws the kick towards the body but Ster avoids it.
Ster drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.#CUT2#
Mon Ster's cut is getting worse.
Ster takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Ster displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Laine throws out the jab.
Laine tries a head kick but it misses.
Ster throws a sloppy head kick and Laine moves out of range easily.
It seemed like Laine was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Laine throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Ster.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Laine slips a jab from Ster.#T4#
Ster keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
An attempted straight right counter from Ster misses the target.
Ster gets off balance looking for a body kick
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Ster throws a push kick but Laine slaps the foot to one side.
Ster is looking to land body kicks.
A combination from Ster does no damage.
Ster takes a swing at Laine's ribcage but misses.
Nice cross by Ster.
Laine misses with a body shot.
Laine is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Ster rather than just go for the knockout.
Ster is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Laine.
Despite the aggression on Laine's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Ster tries to land a front kick but Laine steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Ster's corner calls for a 1-2. Ster obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Laine looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Ster takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Laine throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Ster with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Laine to score with a decent uppercut.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Oulu Laine will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Mon Ster's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Laine connects with a looping right hand.
Ster swinging wildly here.
Ster looks to score with a jab to the body but Laine is just out of range.
Laine chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Ster.
Ster throws a jab when Laine was well out of range.
A swing and a miss from Laine.
Ster lands a head shot.
Laine doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A head kick misses from Laine.
Laine throws a wild body kick that Ster sees coming a mile off.
Laine with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Ster has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.#CUT2#
Mon Ster's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ster dodges the punch combination from Laine. #T1#
Laine circles away from the clinch attempt
and Laine counters with a stiff right hand.
Ster tries to clinch but Laine is having none of it.
A jab from Laine misses.
Ster misses with a few strikes there.
Ster misses the jab.
Ster misses with a hook
and Laine cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Ster tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Laine was well out of range. Poor timing from Ster.
Ster misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Laine looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Ster lands with a hook. Laine tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
The step up in weight doesn't seem to be a problem for Laine. He's performing admirably here against the bigger man.
Laine checks a low kick from Ster.
Ster walks into a stiff left hand from Laine.#CUT2#
Jeez, Mon Ster's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.#T2#
A jab lands there for Ster.
Ster lands a head shot.
Ster on the wrong end of a nice 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!
Laine lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:25 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Oulu Laine!
Oulu Laine bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

 

Event: ICS 8     
Date:   Feb 12, 2020
#R1#
Ster jabs at Griffith's body.
Ster checks the leg kick.
Griffith takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Griffith misses with a wild body shot.
Ster misses with a body shot.
Ster misses with a wild body shot.
Nice defenses there by Ster.
A bone on bone clash there as Ster blocks the leg kick.
Griffith walks into a stiff left hand from Ster.
Ster with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Ster catches Griffith 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.
A telegraphed right hand from Griffith misses the target.
Ster lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Griffith circles away quickly and effectively.
Griffith appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Griffith tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Ster paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Ster attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Griffith has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Griffith throws a head kick that misses. #T1#
Griffith looks to land a left hand but Ster moved out of range nicely.
Ster fakes the leg kick and cracks Griffith in the body.
Griffith takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Griffith avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Ster misses with a looping left.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ster. Griffith does a little dance to reset his feet.
Griffith finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Ster swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Ster lands with an overhand left.
Ster swings widly with a right hand
and Griffith counters with a series of strikes. Ster will be more careful next time no doubt.
A head kick misses from Griffith.
Ster was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Ster throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
A countering left hand to the body from Griffith misses.
Griffith swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Ster is looking to clinch.
It seemed like Griffith was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Ster circles away from the clinch attempt. #T2#
Ster throws a lazy right hand but Griffith sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Griffith is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Ster pulls out of a head kick attempt.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Griffith takes a head kick and keeps coming. #CUT#
It looks like Anthony Griffith has been cut.
Griffith throws a head kick that misses.
Griffith slips under a jab from Ster.
Griffith throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Ster fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Griffith walks into a jab.
Ster scores with a three punch combo! #ROC#
Griffith is rocked!
Ster pounces like a tiger and cracks Griffith with a vicious hook! Griffith is down but not out! Ster follows up with more strikes forcing the ref to jump in and stop it!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Mon Ster!
Our winner, Mon Ster, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

 

Event: ICS 5     
Date:   Jan 22, 2020
#R1#
Ster misses with a body kick.
Diddlybottom blocks a low kick nicely.
Ster connects with a right hand. Diddlybottom shakes it off.
Diddlybottom thows a body kick. Ster tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Ster tries to land a front kick but Diddlybottom steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Diddlybottom wants to counter the offense by Ster and move into the clinch position.
Diddlybottom is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Ster.
Ster swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.#CL2#
Diddlybottom rushes Ster and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Diddlybottom controlling the action here for a moment.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Diddlybottom has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Diddlybottom stalling in the clinch.
Diddlybottom receives a warning from the referee for stalling.#BC#
Ster breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Diddlybottom steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Ster.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ster. Diddlybottom does a little dance to reset his feet.
Diddlybottom throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Diddlybottom misses with a body punch
enabling Ster to counter with a crisp jab.
Diddlybottom throws a sloppy head kick and Ster moves out of range easily.
Ster misses the shot to the body. #T1#
Ster just misses with a punch to the body.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Diddlybottom checks a leg kick.
Mon Ster seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Diddlybottom moves out of range as Ster throws a body kick.
Ster feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Diddlybottoms jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Diddlybottom throws a body shot but no joy.
Ster pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Diddlybottom ducks under a wild hook from Ster.
Ster throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A thudding body kick lands there by Diddlybottom!
The fighters circling - Ster throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Diddlybottom tries to counter by closing the distance.
Ster looks to land a right hand but Diddlybottom moved out of range.
Diddlybottom ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Ster stuffs the takedown.
A lazy left from Diddlybottom finds it's target.
A slapping leg kick lands for Diddlybottom.
Ster throws out a powerful jab.
Diddlybottom tries to clinch but Ster moves out of range.
Ster was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#T2#
Diddlybottom keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Mon Ster is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Diddlybottom tries to clinch up but Ster circles away and keeps his distance.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ster takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Diddlybottom lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt. #CUT2#
It looks like Mon Ster has been cut.
Diddlybottom works the jab nicely.
Diddlybottom closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Nice shot lands for Ster.#CL2#
Diddlybottom rushes Ster and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Diddlybottom creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Diddlybottom stalling in the clinch but Ster improves position.
Diddlybottom pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Ster misses with a body punch.
Diddlybottom blocks an elbow strike from Ster.
Diddlybottom can't get the takedown.
Diddlybottom is struggling to control the position.
Diddlybottom stalling in the clinch but Ster improves position. #T3##TD2#
Diddlybottom turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Diddlybottom manages to end up in side control.#ES#
Ster explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there!
Diddlybottom avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Ster ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Diddlybottom moves away.
Diddlybottom tries to clinch up.#TD2#
Diddlybottom manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Ster on his heels. He'll look to pass Ster's guard now, I'm sure.
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!
Diddlybottom trying to control but Ster is working from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Diddlybottom might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Ster haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Diddlybottom won't allow Ster to sweep him here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
Ster keeping moving, preventing Diddlybottom from controlling successfully.
Diddlybottom is pushing down on Ster's leg trying to pass to half guard. Ster is fighting to maintain full guard but Diddlybottom has managed to sneak the leg through.#SUB2#
Diddlybottom is trying to work for a kimura but Ster is defending well.
Ster might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#SUB2#
Ster is defending against the submission attempts here by Diddlybottom. #SUB2#
Diddlybottom is working for a kimura but Ster is defending it quite comfortably. #SUB2#
Diddlybottom seems to be working for a kimura but Ster defends the submission attempt.
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 Mon Ster will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Mon Ster's cut.
That's time! Ster's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Ster looks to land a combination but Diddlybottom avoids it well.
Diddlybottom tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Ster jabs at Diddlybottom's body.
Ster looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Ster misses with a looping right.
Ster feints and then cracks Diddlybottom's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Diddlybottom down.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Ster, right into the meat.
Ster just misses with a punch to the body.
Ster goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Diddlybottom.
Ster swats away the attempt to clinch by Diddlybottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ster uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Diddlybottom.
Ster throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Diddlybottom.
Diddlybottom shoots in but Ster avoids the takedown attempt easily.#CL#
Diddlybottom gets tackled into the cage by Ster. Ster maintains the clinch. #T1#
Diddlybottom tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Ster lands an elbow just above Diddlybottom 's eye. #CUT#
It looks like Milktoast Diddlybottom has been cut.
Diddlybottom tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Ster smiles and moves away.
Mon Ster has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Milktoast Diddlybottom.
Ster throws a hook but Diddlybottom avoids it easily.
Ster lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Diddlybottom backs up against the cage.
Ster lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Diddlybottom tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Diddlybottom ducks under a wild hook from Ster.
Diddlybottom lands a nice looking kick to the body. Ster takes a step back to recover.
Ster throws a jab but it's blocked by Diddlybottom. #CL#
Ster clinches up against the cage.
Diddlybottom blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Ster throws a punch but it's blocked by Diddlybottom.
Diddlybottom lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Ster backwards.
Ster is trying to break free.
Ster can't break the clinch. #T2#
Diddlybottom'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.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Diddlybottom wants to take the fight to the mat but Ster manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Diddlybottom is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Ster is keeping busy.
Ster throws an elbow that misses.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Ster stalling.
Ster blocks an elbow strike.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Diddlybottom is looking to control Ster's arms but Ster gets an underhook and turns him. Now Diddlybottom has his back to the cage.
Diddlybottom is trying to stall.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Milktoast Diddlybottom.
Ster waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Diddlybottom.
Mon Ster is winning the standup battle so far.
Ster throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Diddlybottom lands a head shot.#T3#
Diddlybottom doesn't manage to clinch there - Ster circles away.
A good leg kick by Diddlybottom.
Ster lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Diddlybottom at a distance.
Diddlybottom moves in looking to clinch but Ster pushes him off.
Diddlybottom lands with a thumping leg kick.
Ster throws out a powerful jab.
Ster throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Diddlybottom stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Ster walks into a straight right hand from Diddlybottom.
Diddlybottom displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Ster throws out the jab.
Nice defenses there by Diddlybottom.
Ster swinging wildly here.
Diddlybottom drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Ster defends it well.
Diddlybottom misses with a wild body shot.
Ster misses with a body shot.
Diddlybottom tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Ster paws at him with a jab and circles away.#T4#
Ster misses with a low kick.
Diddlybottom is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Ster throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Diddlybottom stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Ster throws a shot to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ster throws a body shot but no joy. #CL2#
Diddlybottom closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Diddlybottom has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Ster tries to stall but Diddlybottom uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Ster lands a damaging elbow.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Ster just misses with a elbow thrown towards Diddlybottom's brow.
Ster looks to throw an elbow but misses. #BC#
Ster manages to break the clinch.
Diddlybottom misses the jab.
Ster misses with a looping left.
Diddlybottom moves out of range of the body kick.
Diddlybottom blocks a jab.
Ster misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Diddlybottom.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ster. Diddlybottom does a little dance to reset his feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mon Ster dominated that second round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
That kick from Diddlybottom tenderised Ster's leg. Ster is trying to keep his angry face on.
Ster misses with a low kick.
Ster is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Diddlybottom can do to turn this around?
Diddlybottom keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Ster.
A punch combination from Ster misses.
Diddlybottom misses with a lunging right hand
and Ster counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Diddlybottom throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Ster throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Ster throws a body shot but no joy.
Diddlybottom keeps Ster at a distance using the push kick.
Ster ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Diddlybottom moves away.
Diddlybottom lands a high kick!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ster lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Diddlybottom slips a jab from Ster.
Ster throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Diddlybottom on the side of the head.
A swing and a miss from Ster.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ster will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air. #T1#
Ster throws a sloppy head kick and Diddlybottom moves out of range easily.
Diddlybottom with the counter takedown but Ster avoids it easily.
Diddlybottom misses with a leg kick
enabling Ster to counter with a crisp jab.
Diddlybottom sizes up Ster with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Diddlybottom is looking to clinch.
Diddlybottom is looking to clinch but Ster is avoiding it.
Ster is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
A bone on bone clash there as Diddlybottom blocks the leg kick. #CL2#
Diddlybottom gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Diddlybottom is pushing Ster up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Diddlybottom avoids a wild elbow strike from Ster.
Ster is trying to force a seperation but Diddlybottom has the dominant position.
Ster looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Ster takes an elbow to the temple.
Diddlybottom looks to throw an elbow but misses. #T2#
Diddlybottom avoids the elbow strike from Ster, against the cage.
Diddlybottom looking to slow down the pace here.
Ster is trying to break the clinch but Diddlybottom has him pressed against the cage. #TD2#
Diddlybottom jumps guard.
Ster stopping the sweep attempt from Diddlybottom.#SUB2#
Diddlybottom is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Ster is aware though and is defending well.
Ster slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #SUB2#
Diddlybottom 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! Ster rolls with it to try and escape but Diddlybottom cranks on the arm and Ster is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:53 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Milktoast Diddlybottom!
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Milktoast Diddlybottom made sure he mentioned Pit Bull Development, along with how happy he was to win his fight.

 

Event: Pride Xmas     
Date:   Dec 25, 2019
#R1#
Pearson misses with a hook. Ster ducked under it nicely.
Ster misses with a double jab.
Pearson takes one on the chin but seems OK.
A punch lands to the side of Ster 's head but he takes it in his stride.#CUT#
It looks like Mon Ster has been cut.
Ster fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Ster throws the kick towards the body but Pearson avoids it.
Ster throws a sloppy head kick and Pearson moves out of range easily.
As Ster looks to move away, Pearson throws a big counter combo but Ster just gets out of the way.
Pearson misses with a two punch combination. #CL#
Pearson fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Ster, pushing him back against the cage.
Pearson blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ster.
Ster effectively controlling the action here.#BC#
Pearson pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Ster cracks Pearson with an open hand slap.
Pearson throws a left and a right that both miss
and Ster counters with a right hand to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A punch combination from Ster misses.
Ster bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T1#
Ster slips under a jab.
Pearson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ster.
Pearson avoids a punch combination nicely.
Nice straight punches there by Pearson. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Pearson.
Ster cracks Pearson with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Ster misses the jab.
Pearson lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Pearson.
Pearson scores with a head kick. #CUT#
That has opened up Mon Ster's cut even more.
Ster thuds his shin into the meat of Pearson's side.
Pearson misses with a series of wild punches.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Pearson catches Ster with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Ster, right into the meat.
Ster misses with a body shot. #T2#
An inside leg kick from Pearson misses.
Pearson lands with a hook. Ster tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Pearson fails with an attempt to clinch.
Ster let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Pearson tries to bum rush Ster with a series of wild strikes but Ster uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Pearson keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Ster finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Ster throws a hook but Pearson blocks it.
Ster misses with an uppercut. Pearson saw that one coming.
Ster scores with a nice right hand.
Pearson avoids a punch combination nicely.
Ster takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Ster throws a shot to the body.
Pearson fails in his attempt to clinch.
A decent looking cross lands there for Ster.
Pearson takes a head kick and shrugs it off. #T3#
Ster stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Ster uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Pearson.
Pearson works the jab nicely.
Pearson throws a shot from downtown. Ster moves away and avoids it.
Ster counters with a body kick.
Ster lands a nice looking body shot.
Ster avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Ster misses with a hook.
Ster throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Pearson walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Ster scores with a three punch combo!
Ster works the jab nicely.
Ster scores with a nice head shot.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ster misses with a hook
and Pearson counters with a left and a right that stings Ster. #CUT#
The cut above Mon Ster's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Ster throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Pearson sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Ster throws a big shot that misses.
Pearson lands a body shot.
Pearson takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.#T4#
A punch lands to the side of Ster 's head but he takes it in his stride.
A slapping body kick lands there for Ster.#CL#
Pearson rushes Ster and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Pearson is trying to push Ster away but Ster has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.#BC#
Pearson escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Sloppy strikes from Pearson. Those never looked like landing.
Pearson drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Ster fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Pearson manages to avoid it.
Pearson finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Ster showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Pearson.
No joy there for Pearson, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
No joy there for Ster, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Ster is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Pearson had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
Pearson looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Pearson moves out of range of the body kick from Ster.
Ster uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Pearson.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Mon Ster will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Mon Ster's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Pearson misses with a series of wild punches.
Mon Ster seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Pearson misses with a body punch
and Ster finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.#CL#
Pearson takes the fight into the clinch.
Ster pushes off an throws an elbow but Pearson leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Ster misses with an elbow strike.
Ster makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Ster misses with a hook from the clinch.
Pearson's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Ster avoiding damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ster lands with a left to the head.
A shot in the inside from Ster. #BC2#
Ster breaks from the clinch.
A punch combination from Pearson misses. #T1#
Ster avoids a punch combination nicely.
Ster tries to clinch up.
Ster connects with a jab.
Pearson wants to clinch.
Pearson ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Ster misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Pearson.
Pearson looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
A little jabbing left from Ster on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Sloppy strikes from Pearson. Those never looked like landing.
Pearson swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Pearson takes a swing at Ster's ribcage but misses.
Pearson is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#CL#
Pearson pushes Ster up against the cage in a clinch.#T2#
Pearson prevents a body shot from Ster.
Ster slowing the pace effectively.
Ster tries to circle away but Pearson has him pinned against the cage.#BC2#
Ster breaks from the clinch.
Ster tries to clinch up.
A little feinted left hand from Pearson on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Pearson missing with a left hand there. Ster was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Ster lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Ster misses with an uppercut. Pearson saw that one coming.
Pearson is looking for a counter combo.
Ster getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ster throws out a loose jab but Pearson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ster connects with a body shot.
Pearson cracks Ster with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Ster throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Pearson sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Pearson seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Jab by Ster.
Pearson misses the jab.
Ster throws a leg kick
and Pearson counters with a two punch combo.
Pearson throws a nice outside leg kick. #T3#
The fight stays on the outside here - Pearson looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Ster looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Ster drops his hands momentarily and Pearson takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. #CUT#
Mon Ster's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.
Ster misses with a two punch combination.
Ster swats away the attempt to clinch by Pearson.
Pearson tries to close the distance and clinch but Ster swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Ster throws out a loose jab but Pearson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Pearson tries to land a front kick but Ster steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Pearson lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Ster circles away quickly and effectively.
Ster throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Ster tried to score with a low kick but Pearson checks it.
Pearson feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Ster's calf.
Pearson moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Norman Pearson!
Norman Pearson decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

 

Event: Pride FC 64     
Date:   Dec 04, 2019
#R1#
Beaumont uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Ster.
Ster misses with an attempted mid kick.
Ster lands a lovely overhand right.#CUT2#
It looks like Cavey Beaumont has been cut.
Ster throws a body shot but no joy.
Ster throws a jab but it's blocked by Beaumont.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Ster 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 Beaumont has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Beaumont and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Nice defenses there by Beaumont.
We've been informed that Ster 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.#CL#
Beaumont rushes Ster and presses him up against the cage.
Beaumont with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Beaumont lands a damaging elbow. #CUT#
It looks like Mon Ster has been cut.
Ster lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Ster creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Ster has a couple of punches blocked by Beaumont.
Beaumont putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Ster in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Ster blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Beaumont.
The referee calls for Ster to work.
Ster pushes Beaumont back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Beaumont blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Ster tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T1##BC2#
Ster's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Beaumont misses with a hook to the body
and Ster counters with a stiff right hand.
Ster tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Beaumont was well out of range. Poor timing from Ster.
Beaumont lands with a right hand.
Ster avoids the head kick by Beaumont. #CL#
Beaumont closes the distance and clinches.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Ster.
Ster lands a damaging elbow.
Ster lands with a short head shot on the inside.
A short body shot lands from Ster as the two fighters clinch.
Beaumont lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Beaumont working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Ster takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Ster on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ster throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land. #BC2#
Ster breaks from the clinch.
Beaumont avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Ster lands a jab to the nose.
Ster throws a lazy uppercut
and Beaumont counters with a stiff right hand. #T2#
Beaumont changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Ster tries to avoid it but Beaumont manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Ster to the ground. Ster escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Ster throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Ster misses with a two punch combination.
Beaumont throws a body punch but Ster moves out of range.
Beaumont tries for a takedown but Ster circles away easily
and Ster counters with a solid body kick.
Ster looks to throw the jab but Beaumont is out of range.
Ster misses with a body shot.
An attempted straight right counter from Beaumont misses the target.
Beaumont wants to clinch.
Beaumont pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Beaumont plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Ster throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Beaumont throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Ster lands a glancing blow to the side of Beaumont's head.#CL#
Beaumont moves into the clinch successfully.
Ster is looking to control Beaumont's arms but Beaumont gets an underhook and turns him. Now Ster has his back to the cage. #T3#
Ster creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Ster throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Ster misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Beaumont.
Ster fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Beaumont misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Ster.
Beaumont lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Ster avoiding damage as Beaumont throws knees to the body.
Beaumont lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Beaumont tries to land knees in the clinch but Ster avoids the damage to the body. #BC2#
Ster escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Ster throws a hook but Beaumont blocks it.
Ster pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Ster tests Beaumont's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Beaumont throws the kick towards the body but Ster avoids it.
Ster throws a body shot but no joy.
Ster throws a series of punches but Beaumont avoids them all with ease.
Mon Ster is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Beaumont takes a swing at Ster's ribcage but misses.
Ster connects with the punch.
Ster takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Beaumont is looking to clinch.
Ster connects with a right hand. Beaumont shakes it off.#CL2#
Ster moves into the clinch.
Beaumont is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Ster swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Beaumont working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Beaumont swings wildly with an uppercut but Ster uses good head movement to avoid it.
A head punch on the inside from Beaumont fails to land. #BC2#
Ster manages to break the clinch.
Ster throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Beaumont throws an overhand right that lands on Ster's shoulder, as Ster tries to avoid the shot.
Beaumont throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Ster stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Ster misses with a series of wild punches.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Beaumont moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Ster throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Ster connects with a solid leg kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mon Ster dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Ster throws a right and a left that both miss.
Beaumont's corner calls for a 1-2. Beaumont obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Ster looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Nice jab there from Ster.
An inside leg kick lands from Ster.
Beaumont walks into a stiff left hand from Ster.
Ster tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Cavey Beaumont seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ster misses with a straight right.
Beaumont buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Beaumont is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Ster throws an overhand right that lands on Beaumont's shoulder, as Beaumont tries to avoid the shot.
A jab lands there for Beaumont.
Beaumont throws a hook but Ster blocks it.
Beaumont moves out of range as Ster throws a body kick.
Mon Ster seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Beaumont throws a right and a left that Ster avoids nicely.
Beaumont throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Beaumont ducks under a wild hook from Ster.
Ster takes a swing at Beaumont's ribcage but misses.
Beaumont just misses with a punch to the body.
Beaumont misses with a straight right.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Ster! But no joy.#T1#
Beaumont tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Ster was well out of range. Poor timing from Beaumont.
A countering left hand to the body from Ster misses.#TD#
Beaumont closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Beaumont lands in his opponent's guard.
Ster controlling Beaumont's posture.
Beaumont throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Ster works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Ster utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #T2#
Beaumont stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ster swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Beaumont postures up in Ster's guard and throws a big left but Ster blocks it.
Beaumont throws a big elbow that misses.
Beaumont pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ster is keeping the position for now.
Beaumont pushes down on Ster's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Beaumont will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Ster gets full guard.#T3#
Beaumont postures up.
Beaumont trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Beaumont trying to control but Ster is working from the bottom.
Beaumont postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Beaumont tries to free his leg and advance position but Ster is retaining full guard. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Beaumont throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Some bone on bone action there as Ster checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Ster throws a big shot that misses.
Beaumont moves forwards but Ster connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Beaumont tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Ster paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Beaumont slips a jab and a cross from Ster.
Ster thuds a left hand into Beaumont's body.
A slow jab from Beaumont misses its intended target.
Beaumont throws a shot from downtown. Ster moves away and avoids it.#T4#
Ster throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Beaumont on the side of the head.
Beaumont swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Beaumont chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Ster can pounce on him.
Ster just misses with a punch to the body.
Ster looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Ster stuns Beaumont with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
A punch lands to the side of Beaumont 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ster misses with a looping right.
Beaumont tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Ster was well out of range. Poor timing from Beaumont.
It seemed like Ster was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Beaumont lands a jab to Ster's midsection.
Beaumont listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Ster blocks a head kick by Beaumont.
Ster fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Beaumont is out of range.
Beaumont throws a nice inside leg kick.
Ster takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Ster uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Beaumont.
A looping hook to the body misses from Beaumont. Ster does a little dance to reset his feet.
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 Cavey Beaumont will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Beaumont with a nice cross.
Beaumont drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Beaumont throws a sloppy head kick and Ster moves out of range easily.
Ster misses the shot to the body.
Beaumont misses with a kick to the body.
Ster throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Beaumont pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Ster with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Beaumont to score with a decent uppercut.
Ster avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Beaumont misses with an uppercut.
Ster takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Beaumont looks to score with a jab to the body but Ster is just out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Beaumont chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Ster can pounce on him.
A looping hook to the body misses from Beaumont. Ster does a little dance to reset his feet.
Beaumont just misses with a punch to the body.
Ster misses with a low kick.
Beaumont misses with an uppercut.
Ster looks to score with a jab to the body but Beaumont is just out of range.#T1#
Beaumont scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Ster doesn't seem bothered though.
A head kick misses from Beaumont.
Beaumont fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Ster moves out of range of the strikes.
Ster ducks under a wild hook from Beaumont.
Ster avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Ster pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Jab by Ster.
Beaumont throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Ster slips a straight right by Beaumont.
Ster scores with the left hand. Beaumont knows he should have avoided that one.
Ster throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Beaumont throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
It seemed like Ster was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Beaumont pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Ster uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Beaumont.
Ster scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Beaumont doesn't seem bothered though.
Ster circles away from the clinch attempt. #T2#
Ster avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Ster throws a big shot that misses.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Beaumont tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Ster manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Beaumont cracks Ster with a good jab.#CL2#
Beaumont gets tackled into the cage by Ster. Ster maintains the clinch.
Beaumont looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Ster is stalling here.
Ster pushes off an throws an elbow but Beaumont leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.#BC2#
Ster breaks the clinch.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Ster.
Beaumont misses with a body shot.
Ster swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Ster misses with a looping right.
Ster throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
The fighters circling - Ster throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Beaumont takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Beaumont displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Ster throws out the jab.
Ster misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick. #T3#
Beaumont avoids a punch combination nicely.
Ster looks to land a body kick but Beaumont moved away.
Beaumont closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Beaumont throws a half hearted mid kick.
Beaumont scores with a punch to the head.
Ster looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Beaumont thinks about countering with a body kick.
Ster bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
A decent looking cross lands there for Ster.
Ster throws a jab but it's blocked by Beaumont.
A bone on bone clash there as Ster blocks the leg kick.
Ster lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Beaumont circles away quickly and effectively.
The fighters circling - Beaumont throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
As Beaumont backs off Ster throws a huge counter combo but Beaumont manages to avoid it all.
Beaumont throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Beaumont throws a sloppy head kick and Ster moves out of range easily.
Ster lands with a nice body kick. #T4#
A big right from Beaumont misses.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ster. Beaumont does a little dance to reset his feet.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ster misses the shot to the body.
A low kick from Ster is predictable there
and Beaumont counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Ster scores with a kick to the body.
Beaumont swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A telegraphed right hand from Beaumont misses the target.
Beaumont thumps Ster with a low kick.
A slow jab from Ster misses its intended target.
Ster delivers a nice body kick.
Beaumont throws a solid leg kick but Ster takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Beaumont.
Beaumont lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Ster lands a really nice looking cross but Beaumont seems unphased.
Beaumont throws a body punch but Ster moves out of range.
Ster blocks a jab.
Beaumont on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Beaumont looks to score with a jab to the body but Ster is just out of range.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Mon Ster.
I think Ster 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 Taro Takaoka scores the fight 28:29
Judge Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 28:29
Judge Ren Mimura scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mon Ster!

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

 

Event: Pride FC 56     
Date:   Nov 06, 2019
#R1#
Gruzdev swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Ster looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ster. Gruzdev does a little dance to reset his feet.
Gruzdev defending well as Ster loads up on a big left hand.
Ster lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Gruzdev swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Ster.
Ster falls off balance throwing a combination
and Gruzdev counters with a nice uppercut. #CL#
Ster has closed the distance and engaged Gruzdev in a clinch.
Ster pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Ster. #CUT#
It looks like Alexander Gruzdev has been cut.
Ster lands with a light punch inside.
Ster gets through Gruzdev's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
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!
Gruzdev tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Ster's elbow. #BC#
Ster breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Ster looks to land a body kick but Gruzdev moved away.
Gruzdev uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ster.
Ster takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Nice jab there from Gruzdev. #CUT2#
It looks like Mon Ster has been cut.
Gruzdev misses with a low kick. #T1#
Gruzdev misses with an uppercut.
Ster swings away with a leg kick that misses.#CL#
Ster clinches with his opponent.
Gruzdev wants to break the clinch but can't.
Ster lands an uppercut.
With the fighters up against the cage, Ster throws an elbow but misses.
Ster controlling the action here for a moment.
Ster has Gruzdev pressed against the cage, preventing Gruzdev from circling away and getting back to striking at range.#BC#
Ster's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Ster throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Gruzdev sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Gruzdev bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Ster's head backwards.
Ster pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Gruzdev ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Ster throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Gruzdev walks into a stiff left hand from Ster.
Gruzdev throws a hook but Ster blocks it.#T2#
Ster avoids the body shot from Gruzdev.
Ster slips a straight right by Gruzdev.
Ster was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Gruzdev ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Ster lands a right hook 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!
Ster avoids the head kick by Gruzdev.
Gruzdev waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Ster.
Ster shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
A head kick misses from Gruzdev.
Ster connects with a body shot.
Gruzdev tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Ster was well out of range. Poor timing from Gruzdev.
Ster moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Ster fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Gruzdev manages to avoid it.
Ster scores with a decent looking hook.
Ster pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Gruzdev misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Ster takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Ster throws a lazy right hand but Gruzdev sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#T3#
Gruzdev fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Ster on the side of the head.
Gruzdev misses with a head kick.
Ster takes one on the button.
Ster scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Gruzdev throws a shot from downtown. Ster moves away and avoids it.
Gruzdev misses with a body shot.
Gruzdev waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Ster.#CL#
Ster instigates a clinch.
Gruzdev blocking some punches.
Ster lands a shoulder strike.
Ster keeps control of Gruzdev as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Ster is stalling here.
Gruzdev is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Ster is keeping busy.
Ster stalling in the clinch.
Ster tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Gruzdev avoids it.
Ster lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. #T4#
Ster leaning his opponent against the cage.
Gruzdev has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Ster tries a body shot but Gruzdev blocks it.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Ster slows down the pace here.
Gruzdev wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Ster has him pressed against the cage.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Gruzdev tries to break free but Ster pushes him back against the cage.
Ster misses with a hook from the clinch.
Ster misses with an elbow over the top.
Gruzdev dodges an elbow strike from Ster.
Gruzdev blocks an elbow strike from Ster.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ster.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mon Ster dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's time! Ster's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Ster throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Gruzdev sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Gruzdev looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Gruzdev throws a good cross that connects.
Ster misses with a looping left.
Gruzdev takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Ster lands a right hook to the body.
A lazy left from Ster finds it's target.
Gruzdev fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Ster.#CL#
Ster has Gruzdev up against the cage in a clinch.
Ster is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Gruzdev can do to turn this around?
Gruzdev wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Ster has him pressed against the cage.#BC2#
Gruzdev manages to break the clinch.
A decent looking cross lands there for Gruzdev.
Ster slips under a jab from Gruzdev.
Ster throws a shot from downtown. Gruzdev moves away and avoids it.
Ster dips to his left and cracks Gruzdev 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!
Ster throws a body shot but no joy.
Gruzdev looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
A big left from Gruzdev misses. #T1#
Ster throws a body punch but Gruzdev moves out of range.
Ster fails to land with a series of punches.
Ster loads up on a big right hand but Gruzdev slips the punch.
Gruzdev tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Ster throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Ster tries to clinch but Gruzdev is having none of it.
Gruzdev showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Ster.
A little jabbing left from Gruzdev on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Ster jabs at Gruzdev's body.
Gruzdev shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Ster went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Gruzdev throws a sloppy head kick
and Ster counters with a left and a right that stings Gruzdev.
Gruzdev's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Ster connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Gruzdev scrambles back to his feet.
Gruzdev misses with a head kick.
Ster uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Gruzdev.
Ster swings for the body but Gruzdev moves out of range. #T2#
The fighters circling - Ster throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Ster thows a left - swing and a miss!
Ster blocks a head kick by Gruzdev.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Gruzdev walks into a straight right hand from Ster.
A swing and a miss from Ster.
Gruzdev let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Ster scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Gruzdev tries a head kick but it misses.
Gruzdev takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Gruzdev scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Ster takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Gruzdev throws a hook to the side of Ster's head but Ster sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Ster is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
A punch lands to the side of Gruzdev 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Ster throws a sloppy body shot
and Gruzdev counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Ster misses with a body kick.
Donk. Gruzdev catches Ster right on the button with a cross.
Gruzdev dodges the punch combination from Ster. #T3#
Ster blocks a low kick nicely.
And Ster counters with a quick kick to the body but Gruzdev blocks it.
A slow jab from Ster misses its intended target.
Ster throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Ster pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Gruzdev tries to counter with a clinch but Ster shakes him off and moves away.
Gruzdev misses with a straight left.
A bone on bone clash there as Gruzdev blocks the leg kick.
A shot to the liver by Ster. Beautiful body shot.
Ster ducks under a wild hook from Gruzdev.
And Ster counters with a quick kick to the body but Gruzdev blocks it.
Gruzdev smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Sloppy strikes from Gruzdev. Those never looked like landing.
Ster throws a big shot that misses.
Gruzdev looks to score with a jab to the body but Ster is just out of range.
Ster throws the left hand but Gruzdev avoids the punch easily.
Ster connects with a good right hand that stumbles Gruzdev. Gruzdev circles away out of range and recomposes himself.#T4#
Ster throws a combination. Gruzdev tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Ster misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Mon Ster is winning the standup battle so far.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Gruzdev keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Gruzdev throws a right and a left that Ster avoids nicely.
Ster throws a head kick but Gruzdev moves out of range.
Ster avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
As Gruzdev backs away, Ster returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Gruzdev misses with a looping left.
Ster throws a jab when Gruzdev was well out of range.
Ster ducks right into an uppercut from Gruzdev.
Ster blocks a jab.
Ster misses with a few strikes there.
Gruzdev wants to counter with a clinch but Ster pushes him away.
Gruzdev misses with a hook. Ster ducked under it nicely.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Ster uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Gruzdev.
Ster fires out a quick counter leg kick but Gruzdev just manages to avoid it.
Ster misses with a looping right.
Gruzdev misses with an uppercut. Ster saw that one coming.
Decent striking displayed by Gruzdev there.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mon Ster dominated that second round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Ster lands with a cross.
Ster connects with a crisp jab.
Ster is looking to land body kicks.
A punch combination from Gruzdev misses.
Ster throwing a counter right hand but Gruzdev manages to avoid it.
Ster displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Gruzdev throws out the jab.
Ster falls off balance throwing a combination
letting Gruzdev counter with a right hand.
Ster throws a jab when Gruzdev was well out of range.
Nice shot lands for Gruzdev.
Gruzdev looks to land a right hand but Ster moved out of range.
Ster throws a combination that misses
letting Gruzdev counter with a right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gruzdev looks to land a combination. Ster sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.#CUT2#
Mon Ster's cut is getting worse.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ster connects with a crisp jab.
Ster steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Gruzdev.
Ster throwing a counter right hand but Gruzdev manages to avoid it.
Ster changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
A chopping leg kick lands by Gruzdev. #T1#
Gruzdev blocks a jab.
Ster throws a hook but Gruzdev avoids it easily.
Gruzdev thumps Ster with a low kick.
Ster throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Ster throws a front kick aimed at Gruzdev's knee but Gruzdev avoids it well.
Gruzdev bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Gruzdev looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Gruzdev misses with a head kick.
Ster is looking to counter punch.
Gruzdev misses with a low kick.
Ster appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Gruzdev throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Ster on the side of the head.
Ster fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Gruzdev.
Gruzdev throws a lazy right hand but Ster sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Ster jabs at Gruzdev's body.
Ster throws a jab but it's blocked by Gruzdev.
Gruzdev avoids a kick to the body.
Gruzdev smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Ster slips a jab from Gruzdev.
Ster appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.#T2#
Ster slips a jab from Gruzdev.
Ster was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Gruzdev throws a body shot but no joy.
It looked like Ster wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Gruzdev defending well as Ster loads up on a big left hand.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Gruzdev! But no joy.
Ster scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Gruzdev doesn't seem bothered though.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Ster throws a low kick, looking for Gruzdev's leg but Gruzdev calmly moves out of range.
Ster uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Gruzdev.
Ster throws out a loose jab but Gruzdev uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ster tries a head kick but it misses.
Nice defenses there by Gruzdev.
Ster throws a right hand that Gruzdev ducks under and follows up with a left that Gruzdev also avoids with ease.
Gruzdev looks to throw the jab but Ster is out of range.
Gruzdev tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Gruzdev throws a head kick that half lands.
Good standup being displayed there by Gruzdev as he connects with a hook.
Ster on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. #T3#
Ster on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Ster uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Gruzdev.
Gruzdev lands a head kick!
Gruzdev takes a swing at Ster's ribcage but misses.
Ster scores with a spinning back kick!
Gruzdev throws a body punch but Ster moves out of range.
Gruzdev missing with a left hand there. Ster was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Gruzdev throws a chopping leg kick but Ster manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
A slow jab from Ster misses its intended target.
Ster ducks under a wild hook from Gruzdev.
Ster ducks right into an uppercut from Gruzdev.
Nice jab there from Gruzdev.
Gruzdev scores with a jab.
Ster defending well as Gruzdev loads up on a big left hand.
Gruzdev lands with a thumping leg kick. #T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ster throws a nice outside leg kick.
Gruzdev walks forward, straight into a front kick from Ster.
Ster throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Gruzdev counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Gruzdev uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.#CUT2#
Mon Ster's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Ster looks to score with a jab to the body but Gruzdev is just out of range.
Mon Ster is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Gruzdev misses with a looping right.
Ster throws a head kick that misses
and Gruzdev counters with a nice low kick that buckles Ster's knee momentarily.
Ster looks to score with a jab to the body but Gruzdev is just out of range.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Gruzdev! But no joy.
Ster uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Gruzdev.
Ster was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Ster keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Ster tests Gruzdev's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Ster scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Gruzdev throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Alexander Gruzdev has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Ster throws a hard body shot but it just misses.

And that's the end of the fight!
Alexander Gruzdev comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Ster 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 Yuuki Gou scores the fight 29:28
Judge Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 29:28
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mon Ster!

An out of breath Mon Ster thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
The defeated Alexander Gruzdev had this to say: 'Damn! My face feels like it has been molded by bricks!'.

 

Event: Pride FC 51     
Date:   Oct 16, 2019
#R1#
Ster avoids the body shot from Delsarte.
Ster lands with a thumping leg kick.
Delsarte jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Ster throws a shot from downtown. Delsarte moves away and avoids it.
Delsarte missing with a left hand there. Ster was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Delsarte misses with a hook.
A head kick by Ster misses
and Delsarte counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Ster throws a hook but Delsarte blocks it.
Ster dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Delsarte really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Delsarte misses with a body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Delsarte keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Ster misses with a right hand
and Delsarte cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CUT#
It looks like Mon Ster has been cut.
Ster keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Delsarte ducks under a wild hook from Ster.
Ster ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#T1#
Delsarte misses with a wild body shot.
Ster looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Ster lands a nice hook to Delsarte's body. Delsarte takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Ster swings widly with a right hand
and Delsarte counters with a nice uppercut.
Delsarte 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.
Delsarte pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A slapping leg kick lands for Ster.
Ster misses with an uppercut.
It looked like Delsarte wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Ster avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Ster misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Delsarte.
Ster misses with a few strikes there.
Ster pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Delsarte looks to land a left hand but Ster moved out of range nicely.
Ster let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Delsarte scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Delsarte throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #T2#
That kick from Ster tenderised Delsarte's leg. Delsarte is trying to keep his angry face on.
Ster swings widly with a right hand
and Delsarte connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Delsarte blocks the body kick.
Delsarte misses with a body kick.
Ster misses with a body shot.
Ster loads up on a big right hand but Delsarte slips the punch.
Delsarte listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.#CUT#
That has opened up Mon Ster's cut even more.
A bone on bone clash there as Delsarte blocks the leg kick.
Delsarte is looking to land body kicks.
Delsarte throws an ugly left hook that misses
letting Ster counter with a right hand.
Delsarte uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Ster.
Delsarte swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Ster takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Mon Ster seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Ster, right into the meat. #T3#
Delsarte keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Ster.
Ster connects with a jab.
Ster is really struggling to land any decent head shots against his taller opponent.
Delsarte throws an overhand right that lands on Ster's shoulder, as Ster tries to avoid the shot.
Ster swings away with a body shot that misses
and Delsarte counters with a nice body kick.
Ster moves out of range as Delsarte strikes.
Ster just misses with a punch to the body.
Delsarte misses with an uppercut.
The fighters circling - Ster throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Delsarte quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Ster lands a nice looking body shot.
Ster misses with a low kick.
Ster digs a good hook to Delsarte's body.
Ster looks to throw the jab but Delsarte is out of range.
Ster throws a shot from downtown. Delsarte moves away and avoids it.
Delsarte uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Ster.#T4#
A head kick misses from Delsarte.
Nice uppercut there from Delsarte.
Delsarte is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Delsarte wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Delsarte is looking to land body kicks.
Ster misses with a combination
and Delsarte counters with a nice uppercut. #CUT#
The cut above Mon Ster's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Ster throws a right hand that misses
and Delsarte counters with a nice uppercut.
The fighters circling - Delsarte throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Delsarte throws a shot from downtown. Ster moves away and avoids it.
Ster swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Delsarte uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Ster.
Ster misses with a straight right.
Ster pulls out of a head kick attempt.
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 Gauthier Delsarte will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Mon Ster's cut.
That's time! Delsarte's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Ster swings widly with a right hand
and Delsarte counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Ster uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Delsarte.
Ster throws a sloppy head kick and Delsarte moves out of range easily.
Delsarte misses the jab.
Ster misses with a low kick. #KD#
Delsarte lands a big head kick that sends Ster tumbling to the mat! Delsarte takes a step backwards and waves Ster back to his feet - he wants the finish!

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:33 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Gauthier Delsarte!
After winning the bout, Gauthier Delsarte thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

 

Event: Pride FC 46     
Date:   Sep 18, 2019
#R1#
Stuckey throws a quick inside leg kick.
Ster lands a jab to the head.
Ster moves away from the strike by Stuckey.
Stuckey connects with a solid leg kick.
Ster throws a body kick that misses.
Ster takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Stuckey uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Ster.#CL2#
Stuckey moves into the clinch.
Stuckey blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Stuckey changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Ster fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Stuckey lands a nice hook to Ster's body. Ster takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Good shot there by Ster.
Stuckey will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Ster - that will leave a mark!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Stuckey pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Ster lands with an overhand left.#T1#
Ster throws a leg kick but Stuckey moved away.
Mon Ster is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Ster throws a body shot but no joy.
Stuckey takes one to the side of the head.
Ster throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Stuckey throws a half hearted mid kick.
Stuckey tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Ster was well out of range. Poor timing from Stuckey.
A quick step to the side and Ster tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Ster fails to land with a series of punches.
Ster throws a wild body kick that Stuckey sees coming a mile off.
Ster throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Stuckey tries to bum rush Ster with a series of wild strikes but Ster uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Ster slips under a jab from Stuckey.
Ster swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Stuckey wants to clinch.
Ster blocks a head kick by Stuckey.
Ray Stuckey seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Stuckey misses with an uppercut. Ster saw that one coming.
Stuckey takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
A big right from Ster misses. #T2#
Ster swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Stuckey.
Ster 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!
Stuckey cracks a nice hook into Ster's ribs.#CL2#
Stuckey rushes Ster and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Ster scores with a shot to the side of Stuckey's head. #BC#
Ster's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Stuckey tries to work over Ster's front leg with a kick but Ster checks it.
Ster throws a body shot but no joy.
Nice body punch from Ster.
A big left from Stuckey misses. #TD2#
Stuckey shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Ster is trying to defend but Stuckey finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Ster is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Stuckey content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T3#
Stuckey sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Ster defending well though.
Stuckey missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Stuckey missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Stuckey misses with a head shot. Ster uses the momentum to regain guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Ster's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Stuckey stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ster swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Stuckey throws a big elbow that misses.
Stuckey is looking to work some ground and pound but Ster has wrist control.
Stuckey postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Ster pulls Stuckey in close to prevent any damage.
Stuckey throws a big right hand that misses.
Stuckey throws an elbow that misses. Ster uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Stuckey's guard. Nice move by Ster!#REVR#
Ster slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Stuckey is trying to control the position but Ster postures up. #SUB2#
Stuckey escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Ster gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Stuckey wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Ster is now in half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mon Ster dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Stuckey tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Ster is able to avoid easily.
Stuckey slips under a jab from Ster.
Stuckey connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Ster throws a right hand that misses
enabling Stuckey to counter with a crisp jab.
Stuckey scores with a jab to the jaw.
Ster ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Stuckey moves away.
Stuckey looks to land a combination but Ster avoids it well.
A nice leg kick lands there from Ster.
Ster avoids the body shot from Stuckey.
Ster uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Stuckey.
Stuckey punishes Ster's body with a nice straight punch.
Stuckey moves out of range as Ster strikes.
Ster checks a low kick from Stuckey.
Stuckey lands with a right hand. #CUT2#
It looks like Mon Ster has been cut.
Ster throws a lazy right hand but Stuckey sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Ster fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Stuckey manages to avoid it.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ster throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Good standup being displayed there by Stuckey as he connects with a hook.#T1##CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Ster blocks an elbow strike from Stuckey.
Stuckey lands a nice elbow.
Ster tries to stall but Stuckey uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Ster looking to stall.
Stuckey is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Ster lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Stuckey avoiding damage as Ster throws knees to the body.
Stuckey fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #BC#
Ster's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Mon Ster is winning the standup battle so far.
Stuckey closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Stuckey connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Ster throws a body shot but no joy.
Stuckey scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Ster thows a left - swing and a miss!
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Stuckey fails with a takedown attempt from distance.#T2#
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Ster, as that shot connected.
Stuckey tries to clinch but Ster moves out of range.
Ster defending well as Stuckey loads up on a big left hand.
An inside leg kick lands from Ster. #CL2#
Stuckey has managed to clinch.
Ster lands with a right to the head.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Ster just misses with a elbow thrown towards Stuckey's brow.
Stuckey creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Ster misses with a hook from the clinch.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Stuckey throws an elbow but it misses.
Ster lands an elbow that stopped Stuckey in his tracks for a moment.
Ster lands with a light punch inside.
Stuckey stalling in the clinch but Ster improves position.
Stuckey taking a breather.
Stuckey seems frustrated at his inability to get double underhooks.
Ster is struggling to control the position.
Ster lands a damaging elbow. #T3##BC2#
Stuckey breaks the clinch.
Ster bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Stuckey's head backwards.
Stuckey shoots in for a takedown but Ster shows good takedown defense. #CL#
Ster takes the fight into the clinch.
Ster scores with a shoulder strike.
Ster lands a hook to the side of the head.
Ster scores with a shoulder strike.
Stuckey jumps guard but Ster turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Mon Ster has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ray Stuckey.#BC#
Ster breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Stuckey misses with a takedown attempt - Ster sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Ster stuns Stuckey with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Stuckey is breathing heavily.
Stuckey ducks under a wild hook from Ster.
Stuckey tries to counter with a clinch but Ster shakes him off and moves away.
Ster looks to land a right hand but Stuckey moved out of range.
Stuckey throws a poor cross that misses
enabling Ster to counter with a crisp jab. #T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#CL#
Ster darts in and clinches Stuckey up against the cage.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Ster.
Stuckey doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Ster has a couple of punches blocked by Stuckey. #BC#
Ster escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Stuckey looks to throw the jab but Ster is out of range.
Ster avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Ster throwing a counter right hand but Stuckey manages to avoid it.
Ster lands a jab to Stuckey's midsection.
Stuckey misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ster.
Decent striking displayed by Ster there.
A big right from Stuckey misses.
Ster is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Stuckey can do to turn this around?
That kick from Ster tenderised Stuckey's leg. Stuckey is trying to keep his angry face on.
Decent striking displayed by Ster there.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Ster fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Stuckey manages to avoid it.#CL#
Stuckey gets tackled into the cage by Ster. Ster maintains the clinch.
Stuckey goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Stuckey misses with the head strike.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mon Ster dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Mon Ster's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Stuckey throws a hook but Ster avoids it easily.
Ster misses with a wild combination.
Stuckey cracks Ster with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Stuckey shoots and misses
and Ster counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Stuckey fails with an attempt to clinch.
Nice defenses there by Ster.
Ster throws a nice looking combination but Stuckey bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Stuckey scores with a jab. Ster acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Ster takes one on the button.
Ster misses with a body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A low kick from Stuckey misses
and Ster cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Ster steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Stuckey.
Stuckey looks to score with a jab to the body but Ster is just out of range.
Ster looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Stuckey avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Ster misses with a wild body shot. #T1#
Ster throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Stuckey jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Ster throws a solid leg kick but Stuckey takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Ster.
Stuckey's jab looks to have found its range, popping Ster under the eye.
Stuckey lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Ster throws a hook but Stuckey blocks it.
Stuckey misses with a head kick.
Stuckey has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Ster finds it's way round the side to connect with Stuckey's head. #TD2#
Stuckey drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.#ES#
Ster manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ster trying to control the position but instead, Stuckey has worked for underhooks and has pushed Ster into the cage.#BC#
Ster manages to break the clinch.
Ster throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Stuckey has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Stuckey there as he acknowledges the shot.
Stuckey throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. #T2#
A shot to the liver by Stuckey. Beautiful body shot.#TD2#
Stuckey shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. #ES#
Ster has his feet on Stuckey's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
Ster chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Ster missing with a left hand there. Stuckey was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Stuckey's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Ster connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Stuckey scrambles back to his feet.
Stuckey fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Ster throws a quick counter head kick but Stuckey was just out of range.
A good leg kick by Stuckey.
Stuckey feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Ster's calf.
Stuckey tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Stuckey tries to clinch there but Ster circles away.
Ster checks a leg kick nicely.
Ster misses the jab.#T3#
Stuckey throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Ster steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Stuckey.
Ster misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Stuckey.
Ster throws the left hand but Stuckey avoids the punch easily.
Ster swings away with a leg kick that misses.
The fighters circling - Stuckey throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Ster looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Ster swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Stuckey counters with a thumping low kick.
Ster throws a sloppy head kick and Stuckey moves out of range easily.
Stuckey attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Ster throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Ster throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Stuckey on the side of the head.
Stuckey misses with a low kick as Ster jumps back.#CL#
Ster clinches up with Stuckey and pushes him back against the cage.#BC2#
Stuckey pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
The fighters circling - Ster throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Ray Stuckey has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
Stuckey misses with an uppercut. #CL#
Ster has taken the fight to the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ster.
Stuckey swings wildly with an uppercut but Ster uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ster lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Mon Ster is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
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 nice left hand lands by Stuckey.
Ster comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush. #CUT#
It looks like Ray Stuckey has been cut.
Stuckey misses with an elbow strike.
Stuckey trying to land knees to the body.
Stuckey drops down looking for an ankle pick but Ster pulls his leg out and moves away.
Mon Ster has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ray Stuckey.
Stuckey takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Ster lands with a hook. Stuckey tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Ster checks a leg kick.
Ster fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Ster throws a head kick that looked like it stung.

And that's the end of the fight!
Mon Ster showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Ster 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 Jack Bonds scores the fight 30:27
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 30:27
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mon Ster!

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

 

Event: Pride FC 41     
Date:   Aug 24, 2019
#R1#
Good shot there by Ster.
Daley misses with a hook. Ster ducked under it nicely.
A low kick from Daley is predictable there
and Ster makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Daley looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Daley avoids the head kick by Ster.
Ster throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Daley counters with a thumping low kick.
Daley uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Ster.
Daley now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
A swing and a miss from Ster.
Daley 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.
Daley connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Ster momentarily. #CUT2#
It looks like Mon Ster has been cut.
Ster throws a leg kick
and Daley counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Ster throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Daley counters with a right hand to the body.
Daley ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Ster is breathing heavily.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Daley lands with a thumping leg kick.
Daley lands with a nice body punch.
Mon Ster seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Daley avoids the body shot from Ster.
Daley staying out of range there.
Ster tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.#T1#
Daley lands a nice leg kick that just misses Ster's sensitive parts.
Daley throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Daley lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Ster throws a looping overhand right but Daley ducks down to avoid it.
Daley paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Daley lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.#CUT2#
Mon Ster's cut is getting worse.
Ster uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Daley.
Ster thuds his right hand into Daley's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Daley scoring well with a low kick there.
Daley dodges the punch combination from Ster.
Daley keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Ster.
A shot to the body from Daley misses
and Ster counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Daley keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Daley misses with an uppercut. Ster saw that one coming.#T2#
A nice inside leg kick there by Daley. That's going to slow Ster down.
Ster swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Daley counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Ster feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Daley's calf.
Daley on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Ster. Ster obviously looking to wear him down.
Ster is looking to clinch but Daley is avoiding it.
Ster throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Daley slips a jab from Ster.
Daley misses the jab.
Daley scores with a hook to the body. Ster takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Some wild striking there from Ster.
Ster's legs have taken a beating and he's really slowing down as a result.
Some bone on bone action there as Daley checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Ster scores with a hook to the body. Daley takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Daley takes one to the chin there.
Ster slips a straight right by Daley.
Some bone on bone action there as Ster checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one. #T3#
Daley closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Daley connects with a single shot there.#CUT2#
Mon Ster's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Daley checks a low kick from Ster.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Daley! But no joy.
Ster cracks Daley with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Ster goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Daley misses with a body punch
and Ster counters with a leg kick.
Daley fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ster manages to avoid it.
Daley looks to land a body kick but Ster moved away.
Ster takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Ster ducks under a wild hook from Daley.
Ster appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Daley steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Ster.
Daley looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Ster misses with a straight right.
Daley misses with an uppercut.
Ster digs a good hook to Daley's body. #T4#
Nice straight punches there by Daley. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Daley.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ster thows a left - swing and a miss!
Ster throws a shot from downtown. Daley moves away and avoids it.
Ster avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Daley throws a right hand that misses
and Ster counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Ster misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Ster throws a right and a left that Daley avoids nicely.
Ster misses with a looping right.
Daley only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Daley scores with a body shot.
Ster connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Ster getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Daley avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Ster moves in looking to clinch but Daley pushes him off.
Daley keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Ster throws an off balance right hand
and Daley counters with a nice body shot.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Conor Daley will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Mon Ster's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
A decent looking cross lands there for Daley.
Ster tries to close the distance and clinch but Daley swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Daley cracks a nice hook into Ster's ribs.
Ster looks to clinch
letting Daley counter with a right hand. #CUT2#
Jeez, Mon Ster's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:21 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Conor Daley!
Conor Daley thanked the fans post fight for their support.

 

Event: Pride FC 34     
Date:   Jul 20, 2019
#R1#
Ster misses with a kick to the body.
Ster lands with a nice body punch.
Mon Ster seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ster misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
A little feinted left hand from Fujimoto on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
A telegraphed right hand from Ster misses the target.
Fujimoto is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
A shot to the body from Ster misses
enabling Fujimoto to counter with a crisp jab. #CUT#
It looks like Mon Ster has been cut.
Fujimoto throws a jab but it's blocked by Ster.
Ster is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.
Ster is looking to land body kicks.
A little feinted left hand from Fujimoto on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Ster scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ster keeps Fujimoto at a distance using the push kick.
Ster throws a hook to the side of Fujimoto's head but Fujimoto sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Ster fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Fujimoto looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Fujimoto uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Ster.#T1#
Ster digs a good hook to Fujimoto's body.
Ster jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Fujimoto swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Ster lands a head kick. Fujimoto smiles back at him and beckons him forward. #CUT2#
It looks like Gyukosho Fujimoto has been cut.
Ster motions for Fujimoto to come forward. Ster throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Fujimoto is looking to counter punch.
Fujimoto has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Ster fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Fujimoto looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
A punch combination from Ster misses.
Fujimoto throwing a counter right hand but Ster manages to avoid it.
Fujimoto lands a right hook to the body.
Ster throws a big shot that misses.
An attempted straight right counter from Fujimoto misses the target.
Ster misses with a straight left.
A little feinted left hand from Fujimoto on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Ster fakes the leg kick and cracks Fujimoto in the body. #T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ster jabs at Fujimoto's body.
Fujimoto takes one on the button.
Ster throws a combination that misses
and Fujimoto counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Ster throws a head kick that misses.
Fujimoto throwing a counter right hand but Ster manages to avoid it.
Ster misses with an uppercut. Fujimoto saw that one coming.
Fujimoto is looking to counter punch.
A left and a right from Ster both land. Nice combination.
Ster throws a hook but Fujimoto blocks it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ster. Fujimoto does a little dance to reset his feet.
Fujimoto misses with a hook. Ster ducked under it nicely.
Ster throws a left and a right that both miss
and Fujimoto counters with a stiff right hand. #T3#
Ster on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Ster looks winded!
Ster looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Fujimoto tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Ster misses with a hook
and Fujimoto counters with a nice body shot.
Ster misses with a left hand
and Fujimoto connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CUT#
That has opened up Mon Ster's cut even more.
Fujimoto is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Ster keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Ster pivots, looking for a leg kick but Fujimoto is out of range and Ster settles back down.
Fujimoto moves out of range of the strikes.
Fujimoto just misses with a punch to the body.
A swing and a miss from Ster.#T4#
Ster fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Fujimoto manages to avoid it.
Fujimoto lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Nice defenses there by Fujimoto.
Fujimoto is looking to counter punch.
Fujimoto on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Ster swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Fujimoto.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ster misses with a looping right.
A combination from Ster does no damage.
Fujimoto throwing a counter right hand but Ster manages to avoid it.
Fujimoto uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Ster.
Fujimoto is looking to counter punch.
Fujimoto thows a left - swing and a miss!
Fujimoto throws a body shot but no joy.
Fujimoto blocks a leg kick.
Ster fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mon Ster dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's time! Fujimoto's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Fujimoto bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Ster waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Fujimoto.
A head kick from Ster lands but Fujimoto takes it in his stride.
Ster connects with a nice looking jab.
Ster dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Ster scoring well with a low kick there.
Fujimoto avoids the body shot from Ster.
Fujimoto lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Ster swings and misses with a hook to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A combination from Ster does no damage.
Fujimoto swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Ster 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.
Fujimoto is looking to counter punch.
Mon Ster seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Ster throws an overhand right that lands on Fujimoto's shoulder, as Fujimoto tries to avoid the shot.
A little feinted left hand from Fujimoto on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#T1#
Fujimoto walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Ster misses with a wild combination.
It appears Fujimoto was looking to counter with a kick there.
Ster throws an off balance right hand
and Ster takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CUT#
The cut above Mon Ster's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
A head kick by Ster misses
and Fujimoto counters with a nice leg kick.
Ster swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Fujimoto thinks about countering with a head kick.
Ster works Fujimoto's body with a nice hook.
A solid body kick from Ster.
Ster throws a combination that misses
and Fujimoto counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Ster thinking.
Ster is breathing heavily.
Fujimoto misses with a hook. Ster ducked under it nicely.
Fujimoto checks a leg kick.
An attempted straight right counter from Fujimoto misses the target.#T2#
Ster misses with a lunging right hand
letting Fujimoto counter with a right hand.
Ster throws a jab but it's blocked by Fujimoto.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Fujimoto throws a body shot but no joy.
Fujimoto scores with a nice right hand. #CUT#
Mon Ster's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:34 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Gyukosho Fujimoto!
After winning the bout, Gyukosho Fujimoto thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

 

Event: Pride FC 30     
Date:   Jun 29, 2019
#R1#
Bellwether throws a chopping leg kick but Ster manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Ster bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Bellwether takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Nice straight punches there by Ster. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Ster.
Bellwether uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ster.
Bellwether fails to land with a series of punches.
Ster works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Bellwether fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Ster on the side of the head.
Bellwether fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ster manages to avoid it.
A little feinted left hand from Ster on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
A jab from Ster finds it's way through Bellwether's defenses.
Bellwether throws a body shot but no joy.
Bellwether walks into a stiff left hand from Ster.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Ster, right into the meat.
Ster slips a straight right by Bellwether.
Bellwether chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Ster can pounce on him.
Bellwether chopping away at his opponent's legs.
A left lands for Ster.#T1#
Bellwether misses with an uppercut. Ster saw that one coming.
Bellwether misses with a hook.
Ster walks into a left hand. #CUT2#
It looks like Mon Ster has been cut.
Bellwether takes one to the side of the head.
Ster lands with a right hand.
A good leg kick by Ster.
Ster is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.#KD#
Ster lands a left and a right that send Bellwether crashing to the mat, dazed. Ster thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!#ROC#
Bellwether is rocked!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ster wobbles Bellwether with a right hand and the left hook that follows puts him on his rear! Ster dives in with a huge flying punch that connects right on the button and puts Bellwether to sleep! - What a violent and spectacular finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:32 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Mon Ster!
After winning the bout, Mon Ster thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
Beckett Bellwether spoke after the fight, saying 'The greatest test of courage on earth is to bear defeat without losing heart.'.

 

Event: Pride FC 25     
Date:   Jun 08, 2019
#R1##CL2#
Diddlybottom clinches with his opponent.
Diddlybottom's coach down at Xtreme Foaming Shortcakes was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Diddlybottom's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.#BC#
Ster breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Ster throws a half hearted mid kick.
Diddlybottom lands a head kick!
A looping hook to the body misses from Ster. Diddlybottom does a little dance to reset his feet.
Diddlybottom ducks under a wild hook from Ster.
Diddlybottom throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Ster lands a leg kick that knocks Diddlybottom off balance momentarily.#CL2#
Diddlybottom closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
The referee calls for Diddlybottom to work. #BC#
Ster manages to break the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Diddlybottom ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Ster just misses with a punch to the body.
Diddlybottom attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Ster throws a quick counter head kick but Diddlybottom was just out of range.
Diddlybottom avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Diddlybottom throws a quick inside leg kick. #T1#
Ster throws a looping overhand right but Diddlybottom ducks down to avoid it.
Diddlybottom appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
A telegraphed right hand from Ster misses the target.
Diddlybottom misses the shot to the body.
Diddlybottom throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Ster pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Milktoast Diddlybottom seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ster changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.#TD2#
Diddlybottom feints and as Ster raises his hands in defense, Diddlybottom changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Diddlybottom preventing the sweep.
Diddlybottom loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Diddlybottom tries to free his leg and advance position but Ster is retaining full guard.
Ster has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.#SUB2#
Diddlybottom postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Ster is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Diddlybottom, into his guard. #REVR##SUB2#
Diddlybottom is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Ster is aware though and is defending well.#T2##SUB2#
Diddlybottom is working for submissions here. He's thrown up his legs looking for a triangle but Ster frees his head nicely. Oh but Diddlybottom has switched to an armbar! Ster is tapping furiously! Lovely submission there!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:32 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Armbar). Milktoast Diddlybottom!
An out of breath and clearly excited Milktoast Diddlybottom thanked Pit Bull Development for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).

 

Event: Pride FC 20     
Date:   May 18, 2019
#R1#
Hauser throws an off balance right hand
and Ster counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CUT#
It looks like Conrad Hauser has been cut.
Hauser looks to score with a jab to the body but Ster is just out of range.
Ster waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Hauser.
Nice defenses there by Ster.
Hauser misses with a combination #CL#
and Ster counters by moving into the clinch.
Ster pushes off an throws an elbow but Hauser leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Hauser lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Hauser.
Ster pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Hauser. #BC#
Ster breaks the clinch.
Hauser checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Conrad Hauser seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ster throws a good cross that connects.
Hauser throws out a loose jab but Ster uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ster has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Team Beta Fail in the buildup to the fight.
Hauser scores with a jab.#CUT2#
It looks like Mon Ster has been cut.
A solid leg kick lands there for Hauser.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ster gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Hauser.
Hauser wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.#T1#
Ster scores with a head kick.
Hauser blocks a jab.
Ster on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Hauser throws a combination that misses #CL#
and Ster holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Ster lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Hauser works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process. #BC2#
Hauser breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Hauser lands with a shot to the body.
Ster pulls out of a head kick attempt.
A chopping leg kick lands by Hauser.
Ster chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Hauser can pounce on him.
Ster looks to land a right hand but Hauser moved out of range.
Hauser avoids the head kick by Ster.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ster checks a leg kick nicely.
Hauser misses with a double jab
and Hauser takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CUT#
That has opened up Conrad Hauser's cut even more.#T2#
Hauser fails with the takedown.
The crowd cheers as Hauser lands an impressive looking overhand right. Ster doesn't seem phased though.
Hauser swings for the body but Ster moves out of range.
Hauser throws a poor cross that misses
and Ster counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Ster avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A little feinted left hand from Ster on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Hauser throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Ster was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Hauser throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Hauser throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Hauser throws a body shot but no joy.
Hauser throws a left and a right that both miss
and Ster counters with a nice uppercut.
Hauser throws a body shot but no joy.
Hauser swings for the body but Ster moves out of range.
Ster tries a head kick but it misses.
Hauser let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.#T3#
Hauser connects with a body shot that sends Ster's belly button to the back.
Hauser throws a shot to the body.
Hauser misses with a wild body shot.
Hauser throws a lazy uppercut
and Ster cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Hauser feints and then cracks Ster's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Ster down.
Hauser fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Ster has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Hauser misses with a double jab
and Ster counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Ster thumps Hauser with a low kick.
Ster slips a jab from Hauser.
Hauser throws a combination that misses
enabling Ster to counter with a crisp jab.
Hauser ducks right into an uppercut from Ster.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Ster crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Hauser - the referee stops the clock and Ster gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Hauser. Ster manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Hauser misses with a lunging right hand
and Ster counters with a straight right hand.
Ster is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Ster blocks the body kick. #T4#
Hauser swings widly with a right hand
and Ster counters with an inside leg kick.
Hauser pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Ster looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Ster's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Ster duly obliges.
Hauser misses with a wild combination.
Ster throws a quick counter kick to the body but Hauser avoids it.
Nice jab there from Ster. #CUT#
The cut above Conrad Hauser's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Nice shot lands for Hauser.
Hauser throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Ster counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#CUT#
Conrad Hauser's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.
Ster lands a nice shot that snaps Hauser's head back.
Ster misses with a head kick.
Hauser lands a nice looking body shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Ster misses the shot to the body.
Ster misses with a straight right.
Ster is looking to clinch but Hauser is avoiding it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Mon Ster will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's time! Ster's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Ster explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Hauser jabs at Ster's body.
Ster throws the kick towards the body but Hauser avoids it.
Ster is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Hauser is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Ster rather than just go for the knockout.
Hauser throws a body shot but no joy.
Mon Ster is winning the standup battle so far.
Hauser misses with a lunging right hand
and Ster counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Hauser thinking.
A looping hook to the body misses from Hauser. Ster does a little dance to reset his feet.
Hauser misses with a combination
and Ster counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Hauser swings widly with a right hand
and Ster counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Ster throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Hauser.
Ster lands a jab to the nose.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:53 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Mon Ster!
An out of breath Mon Ster thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

 

Event: Pride FC 12     
Date:   Apr 20, 2019
#R1#
Ster tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Po manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Po doesn't manage to clinch there - Ster circles away.
As Po backs off Ster throws a huge counter combo but Po manages to avoid it all.
Po lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.#CL2#
Ster rushes Po and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Ster controlling the action here for a moment.
Po misses with a hook to the ribs.
Ster blocks a body shot from Po.
Ster creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Po's defenses. #CUT2#
It looks like Tong Po has been cut.
Ster lands a nice elbow.
A head punch on the inside from Po fails to land.
Po goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ster missing with knees to the body.
Ster pushes off an throws an elbow but Po leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Ster trying to control the position but instead, Po has worked for underhooks and has pushed Ster into the cage.
Ster lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A head punch on the inside from Po fails to land.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.#T1#
Po tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Ster's elbow.
Po is working Ster over against the cage.
Ster pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Ster throws an elbow that misses.
Ster swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Po doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Ster taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Ster creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Still in the clinch, Ster scores with a nice short uppercut.
Po tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Po misses with some punches.
Stalling in the clinch from Ster.
Ster swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Ster throws an elbow but it's blocked.
A short body shot lands from Po as the two fighters clinch.
With the fighters up against the cage, Ster throws an elbow but misses.
Po misses with a body punch.
Po misses with a body punch.
Po is looking to control Ster's arms but Ster gets an underhook and turns him. Now Po has his back to the cage.
Come on Po - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Po blocks an uppercut.
Po tries to work over Ster's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #T2#
Ster is trying to maintain a safe position but Po gets an underhook and turns Ster into the cage.
Po 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.
Ster blocks an uppercut.
Ster is trying to break the clinch but Po is controlling him.
Nice body punch from Po.
Ster'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.
Ster stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Ster controlling the action here for a moment.
Ster throws a punch but it's blocked by Po. #BC#
Po's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Ster throws a looping overhand right but Po ducks down to avoid it.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Po misses with a hook.#CL2#
Ster moves into range and clinches up with Po.
A nice right hand lands inside from Po.
Ster prevents a body shot from Po.
Ster misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Po. #T3#
Po misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Ster is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Po is keeping busy.
Po misses with a body punch. #BC#
Po breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Ster tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Po paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Ster tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Po was well out of range. Poor timing from Ster.#CL2#
Ster gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Po blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Ster tries to stall but Po uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Po lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Po stalling in the clinch but Ster improves position.
Still in the clinch, Po scores with a nice short uppercut.#BC2#
Ster's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Po checks a leg kick.
Po is looking to counter punch.
Po moves out of range as Ster throws a body kick. #CL2#
Ster has Po up against the cage in a clinch.
Ster is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son. #T4#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Po.
Ster throws a punch but it's blocked by Po.
Po lands a shot to the body.
Ster looks winded!
Ster is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage. #BC#
Po pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL#
Po darts in and clinches Ster up against the cage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Po working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Po misses with some punches.
Still in the clinch, Po scores with a nice short uppercut.
Ster looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Po avoiding damage as Ster throws knees to the body.
A shot in the inside from Po.
Po throws a punch but it's blocked by Ster.
Po fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Ster taking a breather.
Po is leaning against Ster and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Ster throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Po scores with a shot to the side of Ster's head. #CUT#
It looks like Mon Ster has been cut.
Po tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Tong Po 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!
#R2#
Po circles away from the clinch attempt
and Po counters with a straight right hand.
The fight stays on the outside here - Ster looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Ster slips under a jab.
Po connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Ster momentarily.
Po scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Po fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice body punch from Po.
Ster takes one to the side of the head.
Ster gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Po.#CUT#
That has opened up Mon Ster's cut even more.
Ster is breathing heavily.
That kick from Po tenderised Ster's leg. Ster is trying to keep his angry face on.#T1#
Po scores with a jab to the jaw.
Po circles away from the clinch attempt
and Po counters with a huge right that knocks Ster out cold! Po is running around with a crazed look on his face - you can see how much that meant to him!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:13 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Tong Po!
A very excited looking Tong Po made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

 

Event: Pride FC 6     
Date:   Mar 30, 2019
#R1#
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Tsuruta.#CUT2#
It looks like Mon Ster has been cut.
Tsuruta shoots in looking for a takedown but Ster manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Tsuruta's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Nice shot by Tsuruta.
Tsuruta throws out a loose jab but Ster uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tsuruta uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Ster.
Sloppy strikes from Ster. Those never looked like landing.
Ster looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Tsuruta avoids the head kick by Ster.
Tsuruta shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Ster but Ster pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Ster throws a sloppy head kick and Tsuruta moves out of range easily.
Danga de danga de dang - Ster scores with a four punch combination!#CUT#
It looks like Tomomi Tsuruta has been cut.
Tsuruta connects with a body shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tsuruta lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Ster throws an off balance right hand
and Tsuruta counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Tsuruta misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ster. #T1#
A head kick misses from Ster.
Tsuruta blocks a head kick by Ster.
Tsuruta scores with a hook.
Ster has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Team Beta Fail in the buildup to the fight.
Ster looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Ster misses with a head kick.
Tomomi Tsuruta seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ster tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Ster throws an overhand right that lands on Tsuruta's shoulder, as Tsuruta tries to avoid the shot.
Ster avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Ster 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.
Ster throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Tsuruta walks into a jab.
Ster takes a jab right on the kisser.
Tsuruta lands a glancing blow to the side of Ster's head.
Tsuruta avoids the head kick by Ster.
Tsuruta moves into range and connects with a jab. #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!
Tsuruta jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Tsuruta looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Ster shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Ster stuffs the takedown.
Mon Ster has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tomomi Tsuruta.
Tsuruta swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Ster is looking to land body kicks.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Tsuruta! But no joy.
Ster fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Tsuruta has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Ster connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Tsuruta momentarily.
Tsuruta moves out of range of the body kick.
Ster walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Ster throws a push kick but Tsuruta slaps the foot to one side. #TD2#
Ster tries to sprawl but Tsuruta drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Tsuruta sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Ster defending well though.
Ster manages to get to full guard. #T3#
Tsuruta stopping the sweep attempt from Ster.
Tsuruta cracks Ster with a solid left hand.
Tsuruta won't allow Ster to sweep him here.
Tsuruta with a nice head shot there.
Tsuruta is stalling in the full guard.
Tsuruta stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ster swivels though and keeps the full guard. #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.
Tsuruta working some strikes from top position.#CUT2#
Mon Ster's cut is getting worse.
Tsuruta wants to control from the top but Ster keeps moving.
Tsuruta loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Tsuruta trying to control but Ster is working from the bottom.
Tsuruta has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Ster tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Tsuruta is looking to work some ground and pound but Ster has wrist control.
Ster keeping moving, preventing Tsuruta from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Tsuruta fails with a takedown attempt.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Tomomi Tsuruta 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!
#R2##KD#
Ster knocks Tsuruta to the floor with a head kick! Can he finish him!?#ROC#
Tsuruta is rocked!
Ster misses with the ground and pound.
Tsuruta manages to work his way to half guard, despite Ster's best efforts.#SUB2#
Tsuruta looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Ster not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Tsuruta wants to get back to full guard but Ster has mounted him!
Ster is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Tsuruta can do to turn this around?
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ster fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
Tsuruta tries to hold on but Ster pushes him away.
Tsuruta is working to get back to half guard. #T1#
Tsuruta is squirming around, avoiding Ster's attempts to control the action.
Tsuruta is looking to improve his position but Ster isn't that keen on the idea.
Tsuruta is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Ster prevents Tsuruta from getting the reversal.
Ster wants to control the pace but Tsuruta is squirming around nicely. #T2#
Ster with good strikes from the mount here!
Tsuruta is still in real trouble! Can Ster finish him?#CUT#
That has opened up Tomomi Tsuruta's cut even more.
Tsuruta working to try and regain half guard.
Tsuruta seems to have recovered his senses.
Ster looking to finish here with some ground and pound. He lands one big shot that has Tsuruta covering up... and two more big strikes land, forcing the referee to step in and put and end to proceedings! This fight is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:48 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Mon Ster!
Mon Ster decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

 

Event: PRIDE FC 1 Ster vs Milktoast     
Date:   Mar 09, 2019
#R1#
Diddlybottom jabs Ster right on the nose. Ster blinks but takes it well.
Ster throws a jab but it's blocked by Diddlybottom.
Diddlybottom drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Ster defends it well.
Diddlybottom lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Ster throws a body punch but Diddlybottom moves out of range.
Diddlybottom scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Ster doesn't seem bothered though.
Ster moves out of range of the body kick from Diddlybottom.
Diddlybottom has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Diddlybottom throws a half hearted mid kick.
Ster has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Team Beta Fail in the buildup to the fight.
Diddlybottom throws a shot from downtown. Ster moves away and avoids it.
Ster blocks a head kick by Diddlybottom.
Diddlybottom misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Ster was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Diddlybottom looks to score with a jab to the body but Ster is just out of range.
Ster lands with an overhand left.#CUT#
It looks like Milktoast Diddlybottom has been cut.
Diddlybottom scores with a head kick. Ster tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.#CUT2#
It looks like Mon Ster has been cut.
Diddlybottom connects with a solid leg kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#KD#
Ster throws a head kick that lands with a deafening thwack! The crowd roars as Diddlybottom stumbles backwards and falls to the mat. Ster follows into mount! #ROC#
Diddlybottom is rocked!
Diddlybottom takes a big shot to the dome and his eyes have rolled back in his head! Ster's killer instinct has kicked in as he finishes the fight with more strikes. Impressive finish.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Mon Ster!
A relieved looking Mon Ster thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
The defeated Milktoast Diddlybottom had this to say: 'First I like too make good show for fans. I hope you like it, even though fight did not go my way. I am mad about the result, but I am also so happy to entertain all of you. Thank you. PDB4Life'.

 

Event: AFC #38     
Date:   Feb 23, 2019
#R1#
Ster uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from MacFarlane.
MacFarlane staying out of range there.
Ster scores with a nice head shot.
MacFarlane connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Ster's hands.
Nice straight punches there by Ster. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Ster.
MacFarlane throws a shot to the body.
MacFarlane's coach down at Pablo's Boxing Academy was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on MacFarlane's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
MacFarlane scores with a jab to the body.
Ster 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.
Ster throws the kick towards the body but MacFarlane avoids it.
Ster throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
MacFarlane uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Ster.
A countering left hand to the body from MacFarlane misses.
MacFarlane throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Ster jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
MacFarlane cracks the inside of Ster's front leg.
MacFarlane fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.#CUT2#
It looks like Mon Ster has been cut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
MacFarlane wants to clinch but Ster slips to the side
and Ster counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CUT#
It looks like Rian MacFarlane has been cut.
Ster takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
MacFarlane is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Ster rather than just go for the knockout.#T1#
MacFarlane blocks a head kick by Ster.
MacFarlane looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
MacFarlane connects with a good right hand that stumbles Ster. Ster circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Ster just misses with a punch to the body.
MacFarlane takes a body punch but keeps moving.
MacFarlane is looking to score with low kicks.
Ster seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
MacFarlane just misses with a punch to the body.
Ster is looking to counter the offense by MacFarlane and move into the clinch.
Ster misses with a hook.
Ster tries a head kick but it misses.
MacFarlane blocks the body kick.
Ster misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
MacFarlane misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
MacFarlane turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Ster throws out a loose jab but MacFarlane uses good head movement to avoid it.
MacFarlane throws a counter combo.
MacFarlane lands with a nice body punch. #T2#
MacFarlane feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Ster's calf.
MacFarlane lands with a hook. Ster tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
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 Ster.
MacFarlane fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ster manages to avoid it.
MacFarlane scores with a leg kick.
MacFarlane tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Ster paws at him with a jab and circles away.
MacFarlane takes a swing at Ster's ribcage but misses.
Nice shot lands for MacFarlane.
Ster smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
MacFarlane loses concentration momentarily and Ster pounces with a three punch combo! Right, left, right! MacFarlane crashes face first to the mat, out cold! Ster finishes this one with a fantastically precise combo! Great stuff.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:45 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Mon Ster!
Our winner, Mon Ster, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.
Rian MacFarlane spoke after the fight, saying 'Sorry guys everything is still fuzzy... but I think he tapped out... so it is what it is... who am I again?'.

 

Event: AFC #34     
Date:   Feb 02, 2019
#R1#
Ster misses with a shot to the body
and Mc Elroy counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Mc Elroy checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Ster has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Team Beta Fail in the buildup to the fight.
Ster throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Mc Elroy looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Ster swings for the body but Mc Elroy moves out of range. #CL2#
Mc Elroy clinches up with Ster and pushes him back against the cage.
Ster tries to throw a body punch but Mc Elroy avoids it by throwing Ster back against the cage.
Mc Elroy wants a takedown. #BC#
Ster breaks the clinch.
Mc Elroy shoots for a takedown but Ster saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Ster throws a head kick that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ster throws a sloppy head kick and Mc Elroy moves out of range easily.
Mc Elroy tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.#TD2#
Mc Elroy manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Ster on his heels. He'll look to pass Ster's guard now, I'm sure.
Ster wants to get back to his feet but Mc Elroy is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Ster has control of Mc Elroy's left arm, preventing Mc Elroy from doing any damage. #T1#
Mc Elroy trying to control the position from guard on top but Ster is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ster 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#
Ster thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ster not doing much here.
Ster seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. #T2#
Mc Elroy slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Mc Elroy looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Mc Elroy preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Mc Elroy wants to sweep here but Ster controlling him for the moment.
Ster sitting in guard here, content to control.
Ster trying to control the position from guard on top but Mc Elroy is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3#
Ster stays in close to Mc Elroy's body and controls the position.
Mc Elroy 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.
Mc Elroy has Ster pulled in close to control his posture. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Mc Elroy uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ster.
Ster throws a head kick that misses.
Ster takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Mc Elroy takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.#CUT#
It looks like Danny Mc Elroy has been cut.
Mc Elroy throws a lazy right hand but Ster sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Mc Elroy misses with a takedown attempt
and Ster counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Mon Ster has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Danny Mc Elroy.#T4#
Ster throws a body kick that misses.
Mc Elroy darts in looking for a takedown but Ster gets double underhooks and turns Mc Elroy into the cage.
Ster throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Ster pulls out of a head kick attempt.
A head kick by Ster misses #TD2#
and Mc Elroy counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Ster! #ES#
Ster throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Mc Elroy checks the leg kick.
Mc Elroy takes a body punch but keeps moving.
BOOM! Ster lands a beautiful left hook that drops Mc Elroy. Mc Elroy tries to recover but Ster is having none of it, landing more punishing shots from mount. One final crushing shot and Mc Elroy lies motionless on the canvas. The fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:50 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Mon Ster!
Mon Ster decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

 

Event: Showdown In The Downtown #6     
Date:   Jan 12, 2019
#R1#
Tsuruta uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Ster.
Ster keeps Tsuruta at a distance using the push kick.
Ster misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Ster chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Ster tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Tsuruta paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Ster moves in looking to clinch but Tsuruta pushes him off.
Tsuruta keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Ster cracks the inside of Tsuruta's front leg.
Ster steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tsuruta.
Ster lands a slapping body shot.
Ster pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Ster throws a right and a left that Tsuruta avoids nicely.
Ster has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Team Beta Fail in the buildup to the fight.
A cross from Tsuruta lands.
Tsuruta throws a series of punches but Ster avoids them all with ease.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A jab from Ster does it's job there.
Tsuruta uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ster. #T1#
Ster tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Ster takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Tsuruta wants to clinch.
Tsuruta tries to clinch up but Ster circles away and keeps his distance.
Mon Ster is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Ster throws a jab but it's blocked by Tsuruta.
Ster looks to score with a jab to the body but Tsuruta is just out of range.
Tsuruta tries to counter by closing the distance.
Tsuruta's coach down at Grounders Foundation was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Tsuruta's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.#CL#
Ster has taken the fight to the clinch.
Ster working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Tsuruta doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tsuruta fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tsuruta takes an elbow to the forehead. #CUT#
It looks like Tomomi Tsuruta has been cut.
Tsuruta scores with a shoulder strike.
Ster tries to work over Tsuruta's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Tsuruta scores with an uppercut up the middle.#CUT2#
It looks like Mon Ster has been cut.
Tsuruta taking a breather. #T2#
Ster blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Ster misses with a hook to the ribs.
Ster misses with the head strike.
Ster blocking some punches.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ster working Tsuruta over with knees to the body.
Tsuruta looks winded!
Ster just leaning against Tsuruta, taking a breather.
Ster tries to land knees in the clinch but Tsuruta avoids the damage to the body.
Tsuruta on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Ster taking a breather.
Tsuruta wants to take the fight to the mat but Ster manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Tsuruta misses with the head strike.
Ster misses with a body punch. #BC#
Ster breaks the clinch.
Nice takedown defense from Ster. No joy for Tsuruta on that attempt.
Tsuruta moves into range and connects with a jab.
Tsuruta takes a jab right on the kisser. #T3#
Ster 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.
Tsuruta tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.#CL#
Ster rushes Tsuruta and presses him up against the cage.
Tsuruta blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Nice elbow from Ster.
Ster fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tsuruta tries to work over Ster's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Ster working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Tsuruta managing to block the knees to the body from Ster.
A hook to the body from Ster.
Ster prevents a takedown attempt there.
Mon Ster has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tomomi Tsuruta.
Ster is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Tsuruta is defending well for now.
Ster throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Ster prevents a body shot from Tsuruta.
Tsuruta takes a shot to the head.
A shot in the inside from Tsuruta. #BC#
Ster breaks from the clinch.
Ster throws a hook but Tsuruta blocks it.#T4#
Ster misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
The fight stays on the outside here - Tsuruta looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#KD#
Ster throws a big overhand right that connects, sending Tsuruta tumbling to the canvas!#ROC#
Tsuruta is rocked!
Ster throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Tsuruta is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tsuruta lands strikes from half guard.
Tsuruta trying to control from half guard but Ster is working away.
Ster is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Tsuruta missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mon Ster dominated that round.
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#
Tsuruta scores with a crisp jab that stopped Ster in his tracks.
A cross from Ster lands.#TD2#
Tsuruta dives in and scores a takedown into Ster's guard.
Ster wants to get back to his feet but Tsuruta is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Ster wants to sweep but no luck.
Tsuruta throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Ster works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Tsuruta lands a couple of digs.
Ster trying to control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tsuruta throws an elbow that misses. Ster uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Tsuruta's guard. Nice move by Ster!#REVR#
Ster cracks Tsuruta with a solid left hand.#T1#
Tsuruta wants to improve his position but instead Ster has moved into half guard.
Ster wants to take a breather but Tsuruta is having none of it.
Tsuruta is looking to improve his position.
Tsuruta is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Ster's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Ster's back!
Ster wants to escape the position.
Can Ster hold on?! Tsuruta is landing more strikes to his hapless foe.
Ster rolls, trying to escape but Tsuruta keeps control of the position.
Tomomi Tsuruta has got the better of the ground game so far.#T2#
Tsuruta avoiding Ster 's attempts to control his hands.
Ster covers up after taking a massive shot to the side of the head. #CUT2#
Mon Ster's cut is getting worse.
Ster is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Ster is taking damage to the body and head.
Ster tries to break free.
Tsuruta lands a shot to the body. #CUT2#
Mon Ster's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Tsuruta has good solid back control here.
Tsuruta has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Ster trying to control but not successfully. #T3#
Tsuruta misses with a punch to the head.
Tsuruta is hanging on to Ster's back as he tries to escape.
Ster is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Tsuruta can do to turn this around?
Tsuruta throws a big right hand but he misses and hits the mat. Ouch.
Ster covers up after that shot from Tsuruta. #CUT2#
Jeez, Mon Ster's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:47 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Tomomi Tsuruta!
Tomomi Tsuruta seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

 

Event: AFC #27     
Date:   Dec 22, 2018
#R1#
Ster misses with an uppercut. Sylvia saw that one coming.
Sylvia keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab. #CUT2#
It looks like Mon Ster has been cut.
Ster takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Ster scores with a one two! Sylvia had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes. #CUT#
It looks like Slim Sylvia has been cut.
A head kick misses from Sylvia.
A decent looking cross lands there for Sylvia.
Ster misses with a head kick.
Ster throws a head kick that misses.
Sylvia now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Ster tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Sylvia was well out of range. Poor timing from Ster.
Sylvia lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Sylvia lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Ster throws a big shot that misses.
It seemed like Sylvia was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
A telegraphed right hand from Sylvia misses the target.
Ster defending well as Sylvia loads up on a big left hand.
Sylvia throws a jab but it's blocked by Ster. #T1#
Ster looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
A chopping leg kick lands by Ster.
Ster throws a lazy body kick
and Sylvia counters with a stiff right hand. #CUT2#
Mon Ster's cut is getting worse.
A nice inside leg kick there by Sylvia. That's going to slow Ster down.
Ster throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Ster has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Team Beta Fail in the buildup to the fight.
Sylvia darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Sylvia takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Ster fails with an attempt to clinch.
Sylvia lands a front kick.
Sylvia connects with a good right hand that stumbles Ster. Ster circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Sylvia throws a series of strikes that have Ster backpedaling.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sylvia throws a right hand that Ster ducks under and follows up with a left that Ster also avoids with ease.
Ster has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.#CUT2#
Mon Ster's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Ster throws a lazy uppercut #KD2#
and Sylvia counters with a nice right hand that sends Ster toppling to the canvas! Ster scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Sylvia finish him?!#CUT2#
Jeez, Mon Ster's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:09 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Slim Sylvia!
Slim Sylvia really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Freebok (85% Laundry) logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.

 

Event: AFC #22     
Date:   Nov 24, 2018
#R1#
Randleman cracks Ster with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Quinton Randleman seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Randleman lands with a good body shot.
Randleman scores with a hook.
Ster swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A big left from Ster misses.
Ster throws an off balance right hand
and Randleman cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Ster takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.#CL#
Ster moves into range and clinches up with Randleman.#BC#
Ster breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Randleman catches Ster with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Randleman misses with a straight right.
Ster slips a jab and a cross from Randleman.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#CL2#
Randleman has managed to clinch.
Ster landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Ster lands a nice shot to the body.
Ster lands a body shot.
Randleman looks winded!#T1#
Ster taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Ster 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.
Ster lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Ster lands an uppercut.
Ster lands with a short shot to the head.
Ster lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Ster tries to work over Randleman's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Ster.
Ster lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Ster lands an elbow inside.
Ster lands a glancing elbow in the clinch. #CUT#
It looks like Quinton Randleman has been cut.
Ster tries to land knees in the clinch but Randleman avoids the damage to the body.
Ster missing with knees to the body. #BC#
Ster escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A solid leg kick lands there for Ster. #CL#
Ster gets a clinch.
Ster is leaning against Randleman and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Ster lands a hook that snaps the head of Randleman backwards.
Randleman avoids a wild elbow strike from Ster.#T2#
Randleman goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A short uppercut from Ster.
Ster will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Randleman up against the cage.
Ster lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
A head punch on the inside from Randleman fails to land.
Ster is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Ster avoiding damage.
Randleman blocks an uppercut.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Ster.
A shot in the inside from Ster.
Ster softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Randleman misses with some punches.
Randleman swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Ster lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Randleman managing to block the knees to the body from Ster.
A short right from Ster. #T3#
Ster scores with an uppercut up the middle.
A short right from Ster on the inside.
Randleman misses with a short punch on the inside. #TD2#
Randleman has hold of one of Ster's legs. Ster is fighting the takedown attempt but Randleman gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
Ster wants to sweep here but Randleman controlling him for the moment.
Randleman won't allow Ster to get back to his feet.
Ster is controlling Randleman's posture.
Ster is looking to stand up but Randleman isn't so interested in that idea.
Ster trying to keep a closed guard but Randleman is proving a slippery customer.
Ster keeping moving, preventing Randleman from controlling successfully.
Randleman stopping the sweep attempt from Ster.#T4#
Ster looking to control. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Sloppy strikes from Ster. Those never looked like landing.
Randleman keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Ster keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Ster closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Ster keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Randleman has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Ster.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ster looks to land a combination but Randleman avoids it well.
Randleman let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.#TD2#
Randleman fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Ster sprawls well initially but Randleman persists and gets the takedown into half guard. #ES#
Ster manages to escape and get back to his feet!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mon Ster dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Quinton Randleman's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Randleman connects with a body shot.
Randleman shoots in but no luck this time.
Randleman throws a shot to the body.
A shot to the body from Randleman misses
and Ster counters with a three punch combo that has Randleman backing up. Randleman nods at Ster to acknowledge the strikes.
Ster lands with a cross.
Ster steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Randleman.
Randleman misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Randleman throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Ster stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#CL#
Ster gets a clinch.
Ster is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Randleman can do to turn this around?
Randleman managing to block the knees to the body from Ster.
Ster misses with a punch on the inside.
Ster lands a right hand.
Randleman tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #BC#
Ster breaks from the clinch.
Randleman keeps the fight on the outside.#T1#
Randleman misses with the combination.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Ster.
Randleman swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Ster.
Randleman looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Randleman lands a glancing blow to the side of Ster's head.
Randleman throws out a powerful jab.
Randleman keeps the fight on the outside.#CL#
Ster pushes Randleman up against the cage in a clinch.
Randleman has Ster pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Ster manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Randleman is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Ster is defending well.
Mon Ster has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Quinton Randleman.
Ster lands an elbow that stopped Randleman in his tracks for a moment. #T2##BC#
Ster breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
That kick from Ster tenderised Randleman's leg. Randleman is trying to keep his angry face on.
Randleman tries to clinch up but Ster circles away and keeps his distance.
Ster fires out a quick counter leg kick but Randleman just manages to avoid it.
Ster misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Randleman misses with a combination
and Ster counters with a left right combination that sends Randleman crashing to the mat - Ster wastes no time in diving on top of him and pounding Randleman out for a TKO! Devastating finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:26 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Mon Ster!
A victorious Mon Ster thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
Quinton Randleman spoke after the fight, saying 'Really? i dident loose. everybody knows that. the judges got paid.'.

 

Event: Showdown in the Downtown #2     
Date:   Nov 02, 2018
#R1#
Andreasson fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
We've been told by Andreasson's head coaches at Shark Tank MMA that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Andreasson goes for a high kick. It partially lands.#CUT#
It looks like Mon Ster has been cut.
Andreasson uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Ster.
Ster moves in looking to clinch but Andreasson pushes him off.
Ster lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering. #CUT2#
It looks like Bestar Andreasson has been cut.
Ster throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
A slapping leg kick lands for Ster.
Ster avoids the head kick by Andreasson.
Andreasson throws a head kick but Ster moves out of range.
A jab from Andreasson misses.
Ster scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Ster 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.
Ster throws a wild body kick that Andreasson sees coming a mile off.
Ster lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Ster fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Andreasson manages to avoid it.
Andreasson misses with an attempted mid kick.
Ster tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Ster tries to clinch up.
Andreasson uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Ster.
Andreasson pulls out of a head kick attempt. #T1#
Both fighters circling a little - Andreasson finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Ster connects with a solid leg kick.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Andreasson.
Ster doesn't manage to clinch there - Andreasson circles away. #CL2#
Ster pushes Andreasson up against the cage in a clinch.
Ster lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Andreasson blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A short left from Andreasson.
Ster scores with a shot to the side of Andreasson's head. #CUT2#
Bestar Andreasson's cut is getting worse.
Ster is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Andreasson is defending well for now.
Andreasson digs a right hand underneath Ster's ribcage. Ster let out a lung full of air as it connected.
A head punch on the inside from Ster fails to land.
Andreasson lands an uppercut.
Andreasson lands with a short shot to the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Ster misses with the head strike.
Ster lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Andreasson backwards.
Andreasson lands a nice uppercut.
Ster pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Andreasson swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Ster blocking some punches. #T2#
Nice elbow from Ster.
Andreasson on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Andreasson lands with a right to the head.
Ster lands with a left to the head.
Andreasson's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Ster swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Ster lands an elbow just above Andreasson 's eye. #CUT2#
Bestar Andreasson's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Andreasson blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Andreasson lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Ster.
Andreasson misses with a body punch.
Andreasson fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Andreasson throws a head punch that misses.
A head punch on the inside from Andreasson fails to land.
Andreasson tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Ster's elbow.
Andreasson fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Andreasson lands a hook that snaps the head of Ster backwards.
Ster tries to throw a body punch but Andreasson avoids it by throwing Ster back against the cage.
Ster blocks an uppercut.
Ster misses with an elbow strike.
Ster lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Andreasson working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Ster creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses. #T3#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ster.
Andreasson misses with a body punch.
Ster blocks a body shot from Andreasson.
Andreasson tries to throw a body punch but Ster avoids it by throwing Andreasson back against the cage.
Andreasson misses with a short punch on the inside.
Andreasson misses with a hook to the ribs.
Andreasson presses Ster against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Ster has a couple of punches blocked by Andreasson.
Andreasson tries to throw a body punch but Ster avoids it by throwing Andreasson back against the cage.
Andreasson pushes Ster back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Andreasson throws a punch but it's blocked by Ster.
Andreasson avoids a wild elbow strike from Ster.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Andreasson.
Andreasson working aggressively here.
A right hand to the body from Andreasson.
Andreasson gets through Ster's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Andreasson doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Andreasson prevents a body shot from Ster.
Andreasson tries a body shot but Ster blocks it.
A shot in the inside from Andreasson. #CUT#
That has opened up Mon Ster's cut even more.
A short uppercut from Andreasson. #T4#
Nice body punch from Andreasson.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Ster just misses with a elbow thrown towards Andreasson's brow.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Andreasson lands with a short shot to the head.
Andreasson doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Andreasson lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Ster backwards.
Ster is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Andreasson is defending well for now.
Andreasson lands a body shot in the clinch.
Ster looks winded!
Andreasson lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Andreasson is trying to stall.
A head punch on the inside from Andreasson fails to land.
Ster takes a shot to the head.
Andreasson misses with a punch to the body.
Andreasson lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Ster or not.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Andreasson.
Andreasson tries to throw a body punch but Ster avoids it by throwing Andreasson back against the cage.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Andreasson tries to work over Ster's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Ster misses with some punches.
A short right from Andreasson on the inside.
Andreasson misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Andreasson tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Ster misses with a hook to the ribs.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Bestar Andreasson dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Andreasson tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Andreasson blocks a head kick by Ster.
Andreasson tries a head kick but it misses.
Andreasson throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Ster keeps the fight on the outside.
Ster tries a quick counter leg kick but Andreasson is wise to it.
Ster throws a solid leg kick but Andreasson takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Ster.
Ster takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Ster is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.#CL2#
Ster instigates a clinch.
Ster blocks an uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Andreasson fails to land.
Ster lands a good knee to the midsection. Andreasson won't want to take too many of those.
Andreasson misses with some punches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Andreasson lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Andreasson struggles to land a body shot inside as Ster controls his hands.
Ster blocking some punches.
Ster working aggressively here.
Ster lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Ster trying to land knees to the body.
Bestar Andreasson has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Ster is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Andreasson gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.#T1#
Ster using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Andreasson has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Andreasson struggles to land a body shot inside as Ster controls his hands.
Ster looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Ster struggles to land a body shot inside as Andreasson controls his hands.
Andreasson fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A short uppercut from Andreasson.
With the fighters up against the cage, Ster throws an elbow but misses.
Andreasson lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Ster is breathing heavily.
Andreasson lands a body shot.
Andreasson lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Andreasson is working Ster over against the cage.
A right handed body shot lands from Andreasson.
Andreasson is working Ster over against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Ster fails to land.
Andreasson can't find room to land a body shot as Ster controls the action.
Andreasson can't find room to land a body shot as Ster controls the action.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Ster as Andreasson tries to tie him up.
Andreasson tries a body shot but Ster blocks it.
Andreasson scores with a nice hook to the head.
A short uppercut from Andreasson. #T2#
Andreasson lands a hook that snaps the head of Ster backwards.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Andreasson scores with a nice hook to the head.
Andreasson blocks an elbow strike.
Ster throws a head punch that misses.
Ster throws an elbow that misses.
Andreasson blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Andreasson digs a right hand underneath Ster's ribcage. Ster let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Andreasson pushes Ster back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Andreasson tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Ster's elbow.
Andreasson works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Andreasson lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Ster prevents a body shot from Andreasson.
Andreasson can't find room to land a body shot as Ster controls the action.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ster.
Andreasson scores with a nice hook to the head.
Andreasson tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Ster's elbow.
A right handed body shot lands from Andreasson.
Andreasson lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Ster or not.
Andreasson lands a hook that snaps the head of Ster backwards.
Andreasson digs a right hand underneath Ster's ribcage. Ster let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Andreasson misses with a punch to the body. #T3#
With the fighters up against the cage, Ster throws an elbow but misses.
Andreasson tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Andreasson lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Andreasson lands an uppercut.
Andreasson goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Andreasson scores with a shoulder strike.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ster.
Andreasson lands a right hand.
Andreasson lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Ster blocks a body shot from Andreasson.
Andreasson lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Ster backwards.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Andreasson.
Andreasson trying to control the position but instead, Ster has worked for underhooks and has pushed Andreasson into the cage.
Andreasson managing to block the knees to the body from Ster.
Ster throws a punch but it's blocked by Andreasson.
Andreasson struggles to land a body shot inside as Ster controls his hands.
Andreasson blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Andreasson prevents a body shot from Ster. #T4#
Nice body punch from Andreasson - that landed with a thud.
Andreasson tries to stall but Ster uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Andreasson digs a right hand underneath Ster's ribcage. Ster let out a lung full of air as it connected.
A short right from Andreasson.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A hook to the body from Andreasson.
A hook to the body from Andreasson.
Andreasson lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Ster.
Andreasson throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Sters head.
Andreasson lands with a short head shot on the inside.
A short right from Andreasson.
Andreasson is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Andreasson lands a nice uppercut.
Andreasson is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Ster can do to turn this around?
Andreasson lands with a short shot to the head.
Andreasson cracks Ster with a nice body shot.
Andreasson gets through Ster's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Andreasson tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Ster's elbow.
Andreasson lands a shot to the body.
Still in the clinch, Andreasson scores with a nice short uppercut.
A short right from Andreasson.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Bestar Andreasson dominated that second round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Donk. Andreasson catches Ster right on the button with a cross.
Ster tries to clinch
and Andreasson counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Ster thinking.
Andreasson throws a half hearted mid kick.
Andreasson loads up on a big right hand but Ster slips the punch.
Andreasson bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Ster's head.
Andreasson misses with a head kick.
Ster throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Ster just misses with a punch to the body.
Andreasson half committed to a counter leg kick.
Andreasson on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Andreasson scores with a push kick.
A cross from Andreasson lands.
Andreasson uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ster.
Andreasson getting the better of the striking in that exchange.#CUT#
The cut above Mon Ster's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Andreasson connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Ster takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Andreasson sizes up Ster with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. #ROC#
Ster is rocked!#CUT#
Mon Ster's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.
Andreasson fakes a right and follows up with a big left that drops Ster to one knee - oooooh, he's wobbly! Ster looks to clinch but Andreasson throws him off and pummels him into the canvas! Ster taps out under the strikes! The fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Bestar Andreasson!
A very excited looking Bestar Andreasson 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: AFC #14     
Date:   Oct 06, 2018
#R1#
Ster uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Hellmuth Jr.
Hellmuth Jr scores with a jab to the jaw.#CUT2#
It looks like Mon Ster has been cut.#KD2#
Hellmuth Jr lands a left and a right that send Ster crashing to the mat, dazed. Hellmuth Jr thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!
Hellmuth Jr misses with a wild body shot.
Hellmuth Jr takes a kick to the side of the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ster misses with an uppercut. Hellmuth Jr saw that one coming.
Hellmuth Jr takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
We've been informed that Hellmuth Jr 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.
Ster on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Ster changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Ster.
Hellmuth Jr blocks a leg kick.
Hellmuth Jr scores with a hook.#CUT2#
Mon Ster's cut is getting worse.
Ster throws a head kick but Hellmuth Jr moves out of range.
Ster throws a wild body kick that Hellmuth Jr sees coming a mile off.
Ster slips a jab from Hellmuth Jr.
Hellmuth Jr scores with a nice strike.#CUT2#
Mon Ster's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Hellmuth Jr stuns Ster with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.#T1##KD2#
Hellmuth Jr lands a big uppercut and Ster crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Ster looks OK. Hellmuth Jr waves Ster back to his feet!
Hellmuth Jr misses with a wild body shot.
Ster takes one on the chin but keeps coming. #CUT2#
Jeez, Mon Ster's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.
Ster throws an off balance right hand
and Hellmuth Jr scores with a counter punch that sends Ster to the canvas! Hellmuth Jr smells blood - he's punishing Ster with more strikes and the ref has stopped it! Ster has no idea where he is - he's tackled the ref... oh dear, poor guy, the crowd is in hysterics!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:17 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Phil Hellmuth Jr!
Phil Hellmuth Jr is the new heavyweight champion!
Phil Hellmuth Jr 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: AFC #12 : Cage Champions     
Date:   Sep 15, 2018
#R1#
Ster has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Beaverton.
Beaverton connects with a solid leg kick. #CL2#
Ster moves into the clinch.
Beaverton struggles to land a body shot inside as Ster controls his hands.
Ster blocks a body shot from Beaverton.
Ster tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Beaverton tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Ster's elbow.
Ster tries to throw a body punch but Beaverton avoids it by throwing Ster back against the cage.
Beaverton lands a right hand.
Ster lands with a short shot to the head.
Beaverton lands a body punch.
Beaverton goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Beaverton throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Sters head.
Beaverton misses with a punch to the body.
Beaverton lands a nice shot to the body.
Ster looks winded!
Ster tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Beaverton gets through Ster's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#CUT#
It looks like Mon Ster has been cut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Beaverton tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Beaverton lands a nice uppercut.
Beaverton goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Beaverton lands a left hand.
Beaverton tries to throw a body punch but Ster avoids it by throwing Beaverton back against the cage.
Beaverton misses with a shot to the kidneys. #T1#
Beaverton blocking some punches.
Ster prevents a body shot from Beaverton.
Ster has a couple of punches blocked by Beaverton.
Beaverton misses with a punch to the body.
We've been hearing reports that Beaverton has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Ster has a couple of punches blocked by Beaverton.
Nice body punch from Ster.
Ster swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Beaverton lands with a short shot to the head.
Beaverton tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Ster's elbow.
Ster tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Ster working aggressively here.
Beaverton lands with a right to the head.
Ster tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Beaverton's elbow.
Beaverton doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Beaverton lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A head punch on the inside from Ster fails to land.
Ster stalling in the clinch.
A nice left hand lands by Beaverton.
Ster tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Beaverton misses with a punch to the body.
Beaverton lands a shoulder strike. #T2#
Ster tries a body shot but Beaverton blocks it.
Ster misses with a punch on the inside.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Beaverton goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Beaverton lands a shoulder strike.
Ster lands a right hand that snaps the head of Beaverton backwards.
A bit of stalling here from Ster.
Beaverton lands a hook that snaps the head of Ster backwards.
Beaverton lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Ster misses with a hook to the ribs.
Ster has a couple of punches blocked by Beaverton.
Ster misses with the head strike.
Ster has a couple of punches blocked by Beaverton.
Ster lands a right hand that snaps the head of Beaverton backwards.
Beaverton lands a body shot in the clinch.
Beaverton tries a body shot but Ster blocks it.
Beaverton tries to throw a body punch but Ster avoids it by throwing Beaverton back against the cage.
Ster tries to throw a body punch but Beaverton avoids it by throwing Ster back against the cage. #BC#
Beaverton breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Beaverton lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Beaverton.
Lord Beaverton seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T3#
Beaverton catches Ster with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Beaverton takes a swing at Ster's ribcage but misses.
Ster will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Beaverton throws a half hearted mid kick.
Ster tries to clinch up.#TD#
Beaverton shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Beaverton was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Beaverton grinds an elbow into Ster's temple.
Beaverton cracks Ster with a big right hand but Ster just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Beaverton misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
Ster parries the strikes from Beaverton easily there. Beaverton is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Ster to escape.
Beaverton tries to land with some ground and pound but misses. #T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Beaverton working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Ster gets back to half guard.
Beaverton thows a huge punch but Ster dodges it nicely.
Ster wants to get back to full guard.
Beaverton sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Ster defending well though.
Beaverton thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Beaverton missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Beaverton not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Beaverton missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Beaverton lands a nice short elbow.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Lord Beaverton dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Mon Ster's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Ster tries to clinch up.
Ster misses the jab.
Beaverton misses with a body kick.
Ster connects with a looping right hand.
Beaverton tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Ster was well out of range. Poor timing from Beaverton.
Beaverton lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Beaverton looks to score with a jab to the body but Ster is just out of range.
Ster lands a lovely overhand right.
Beaverton takes one to the side of the head.
Beaverton misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Ster fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Beaverton.
Beaverton goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Beaverton slips a jab from Ster.
Ster tries to close the distance and clinch but Beaverton swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Sloppy strikes from Beaverton. Those never looked like landing.
Ster blocks the body kick.
Ster wants to clinch.
Lord Beaverton is winning the standup battle so far.#T1#
Ster throws a body shot but no joy. #CL2#
Ster moves into the clinch successfully.
Beaverton tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Ster prevents a body shot from Beaverton.
Beaverton throws a head punch that misses.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Beaverton.
Beaverton throws a head punch that misses.
Beaverton prevents a body shot from Ster.
Ster taking a breather.
Ster scores with a shot to the side of Beaverton's head.
Beaverton lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Beaverton tries to throw a body punch but Ster avoids it by throwing Beaverton back against the cage.
A short right from Beaverton on the inside.
Beaverton blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Beaverton doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Beaverton tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Ster throws a punch but it's blocked by Beaverton. #T2#
Beaverton goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Beaverton prevents a body shot from Ster.
Beaverton prevents a body shot from Ster.
Beaverton lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Ster lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Beaverton lands a body punch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ster blocks a body shot from Beaverton.
Ster lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Beaverton struggles to land a body shot inside as Ster controls his hands.
Ster misses with the head strike.
A short left from Beaverton.
Ster scores with a shoulder strike.
Beaverton throws a head punch that misses.
Beaverton misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Beaverton throws a head punch that misses.
Beaverton lands a hook to the side of the head.
Beaverton struggles to land a body shot inside as Ster controls his hands.
Beaverton blocks an elbow strike.
Beaverton doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Beaverton blocks an uppercut. #T3#
Ster takes a shot to the head.
Beaverton tries a body shot but Ster blocks it.
Beaverton has a couple of punches blocked by Ster.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Beaverton.
Beaverton lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Ster or not.
Beaverton misses with a hook to the ribs.
Ster throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Beavertons head.
Beaverton blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Ster makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Ster misses with a hook from the clinch.
Beaverton misses with a hook to the ribs.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Beaverton here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.
Beaverton doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Beaverton blocks an elbow strike.
Beaverton wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Ster lands a glancing elbow in the clinch. #CUT2#
It looks like Lord Beaverton has been cut.
Beaverton's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Ster has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Beaverton seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Ster can turn it around.
Ster scores with a shoulder strike.
Ster misses with an elbow strike.
Beaverton tries to work over Ster's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #T4#
Beaverton can't find room to land a body shot as Ster controls the action.
Ster lands a shoulder strike.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Beaverton blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Beaverton managing to block the knees to the body from Ster.
Beaverton wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Ster misses with a hook to the ribs.
Beaverton tries to work over Ster's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Beaverton scores with a hook to the body.
Beaverton tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Ster's elbow.
Beaverton misses with a punch to the body.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ster.
Ster throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Beavertons head.
Beaverton lands a body shot in the clinch.
Beaverton lands a body shot in the clinch.
Ster is breathing heavily.
Beaverton misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Beaverton misses with a hook to the ribs.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Ster throws a punch but it's blocked by Beaverton.
Beaverton misses with a shot to the kidneys.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Mon Ster will probably get the nod - 10:9.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R3#
Ster throws a shot to the body.
Beaverton on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
The crowd cheers as Beaverton lands an impressive looking overhand right. Ster doesn't seem phased though.
Beaverton tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Ster paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Ster swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Beaverton.
Beaverton loads up on a big right hand but Ster slips the punch.
Beaverton lands a nice hook to Ster's body. Ster takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
A chopping leg kick lands by Ster.
Beaverton connects with a single shot there.
Beaverton tries a head kick but it misses.
Ster lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Beaverton misses with an attempted mid kick.
Beaverton tries a head kick but it misses.
Ster takes one on the chin but seems OK.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Beaverton scores with a push kick.
Beaverton with a body punch. A glancing blow. #CL2#
Ster moves into range and clinches up with Beaverton.#T1#
Ster misses with some punches.
Ster softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
A body shot lands from Ster.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Ster throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Beaverton tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Ster's elbow.
Ster pushes Beaverton back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Ster has a couple of punches blocked by Beaverton.
Ster tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
A short body shot lands from Beaverton as the two fighters clinch.
Ster misses with a punch on the inside.
Beaverton struggles to land a body shot inside as Ster controls his hands.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ster.
Beaverton tries to throw a body punch but Ster avoids it by throwing Beaverton back against the cage.
Mon Ster seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Ster lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Ster lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Beaverton backwards.
Ster working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Ster lands an elbow that stopped Beaverton in his tracks for a moment.
Ster lands a body punch in the clinch. #T2#
A short left from Ster.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ster has Beaverton pushed against the cage.
Ster blocks a body shot from Beaverton.
Beaverton misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Ster tries a body shot but Beaverton blocks it.
Ster misses with a knee to the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Beaverton.
Ster blocks a body shot from Beaverton.
Beaverton lands a right hand that snaps the head of Ster backwards.
Ster lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Ster gets through Beaverton's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Ster lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
A nice right hand lands inside from Ster.
Beaverton tries to work over Ster's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Ster blocks a body shot from Beaverton.
Beaverton doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Beaverton doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Ster throws a head punch that misses. #T3#
Beaverton lands a hook to the side of the head.
Ster doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Beaverton has a couple of punches blocked by Ster.
Ster swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Ster.
Beaverton misses with a hook to the ribs.
Beaverton lands with a right to the head.
Beaverton misses with a hook to the ribs.
Ster lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Beaverton or not.
A short right from Ster on the inside.
Beaverton's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A short left from Ster.
Ster is looking to control Beaverton's arms but Beaverton gets an underhook and turns him. Now Ster has his back to the cage.
Ster lands a body punch.
Ster lands with a short punch from the clinch.
A nice right hand lands inside from Ster. #ROC2#
Beaverton is rocked!
A nice glancing elbow lands by Ster.
Oh Beaverton is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
This has been an exciting period of action!
A short uppercut from Ster.
Ster stalls.
Ster creates some distance for himself and unleashes a massive uppercut that sends Beaverton's eyes rolling into the back of his head! Beaverton drops to his knees and Ster pours it on with more strikes until the referee steps in to end the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Mon Ster!
Mon Ster is the new heavyweight champion!
Mon Ster decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

 

Event: AFC #9 : Main Card     
Date:   Aug 25, 2018
#R1#
Ster throws a front kick that sends Henderson stumbling back into the cage.
Henderson throws a hook to the side of Ster's head but Ster sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Ster will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Henderson swings widly with a right hand
and Ster counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Henderson jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Ster comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Ster throws an overhand right that lands on Henderson's shoulder, as Henderson tries to avoid the shot.
Henderson throws a big shot that misses.
Ster thinks about countering with a body kick.
Ster thuds his right hand into Henderson's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Ster connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Ster misses with a hook. Henderson ducked under it nicely.
Henderson lands with a good body shot.
Ster tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Henderson was well out of range. Poor timing from Ster.
Ster throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ster scores with a leg kick.
Ster looks to throw the jab but Henderson is out of range.
Henderson feints the counter takedown.
Ster swings and misses with a shot to the body
enabling Henderson to counter with a crisp jab. #CUT2#
It looks like Mon Ster has been cut.
Ster takes a swing at Henderson's ribcage but misses. #T1#
Henderson misses with a hook. Ster ducked under it nicely.
Henderson lands a nice hook to Ster's body. Ster takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
The fighters circling - Henderson throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
It looked like Ster wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Ster takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Henderson thows a left - swing and a miss!
Ster cracks Henderson with a right hand to the side of the head.
Ster moves out of range as Henderson strikes.
Henderson misses with a left hand #CL#
and Ster moves into the clinch.
Ster blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #BC#
Ster breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Ster feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Henderson's calf.
Henderson loads up on a big right hand but Ster slips the punch.
Ster chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Henderson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Henderson throws a hook but Ster avoids it easily.
Ster ducks under a wild hook from Henderson.
Henderson rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Ster counters with a slapping leg kick. #T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ster tries to clinch up but Henderson circles away and keeps his distance.
Nice defenses there by Ster.
Ster throws a lazy right hand but Henderson sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A nice side step and Henderson releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Ster ducks under a wild hook from Henderson.
Mon Ster is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Ster swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A telegraphed right hand from Henderson misses the target.
Henderson connects with a body shot that sends Ster's belly button to the back.
Henderson lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Ster at a distance.
Henderson thows a left - swing and a miss!
Ster cracks Henderson with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Henderson showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Ster. #TD2#
Henderson gets a takedown into half guard.
Henderson wants to take a breather but Ster is having none of it. #T3#
Henderson wants to free his trapped foot but Ster is holding on for dear life with his legs.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Henderson is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Ster doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Henderson.
Ster moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Henderson preventing the sweep. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Henderson trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Henderson works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Henderson wants to lay and pray for a moment but Ster keeps working.
Ster wants to get back to his feet.
Henderson wants to free his trapped foot but Ster is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Ster is trying to stand.
Henderson prevents Ster from improving his position.
Ster trying to control but Henderson postures up.
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 Mon Ster will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Mon Ster's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Henderson throws a right hand that misses
and Ster counters with a straight right hand.
Henderson misses with an uppercut
and Ster counters with a nice low kick that buckles Henderson's knee momentarily.
Henderson throws the left hand but Ster avoids the punch easily.
Ster tries to clinch up but Henderson circles away and keeps his distance.
Ster bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Henderson throws a looping overhand right but Ster ducks down to avoid it.
Ster keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Ster went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Ster feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Henderson's calf.
Crunch! Ster slams his shin into Henderson's torso.
A big right from Henderson misses.
Ster connects with an inside leg kick.
Henderson misses with an uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ster lands with an overhand left.
A slow jab from Henderson misses its intended target.
Ster is looking to counter the offense by Henderson and move into the clinch.
Ster takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ster smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Ster moves away from the strike by Henderson.
Henderson lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
We've been told by Ster's head coaches at Team Beta Fail that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.#T1#
Henderson avoids a kick to the body.
Ster on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
A swing and a miss from Henderson.
Ster plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!#CUT#
It looks like Paul Henderson has been cut.#TD2#
Ster gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Henderson to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Henderson pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ster is keeping the position for now.
Henderson looking to sit in guard and control but Ster gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Ster works over Henderson with some ground and pound from guard.#SU#
Henderson is working an open guard so Ster takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.#T2#
Ster getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A chopping leg kick lands by Ster.
Ster moves out of range of the strikes.
Ster tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Henderson manages to circle out of the way.
A telegraphed right hand from Henderson misses the target.
Ster tries a head kick but it misses.
Ster avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Henderson 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.
Ster looks to throw the jab but Henderson is out of range.
Henderson lands with a right hand.
Henderson throws a body punch but Ster moves out of range.
Ster ducks under a wild hook from Henderson.
Henderson throws a jab but it's blocked by Ster.
Ster lands with an uppercut that bounces Henderson off the cage and back into range.
Ster jabs Henderson right on the nose. Henderson blinks but takes it well.
Henderson looks to land a right hand but Ster moved out of range.#CL#
Ster gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.#T3#
Ster misses with a punch on the inside.
Henderson's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Henderson lands a hook that snaps the head of Ster backwards.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Ster stalling.
Henderson lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Ster working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Still in the clinch, Ster scores with a nice short uppercut.
The referee calls for Ster to work.
Ster misses with the head strike.
Ster tries a body shot but Henderson blocks it.
Ster makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Ster misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Ster misses with a hook from the clinch.
Henderson has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Ster seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Henderson can turn it around.#T4#
Henderson lands a hook that snaps the head of Ster backwards.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Ster lands with a right to the head.
Ster tries to land a knee to the head but Henderson blocks with his arms.
Henderson swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ster goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Ster misses with some punches.
Henderson blocking some punches.
Ster has had enough of the clinch but Henderson keeps him there for the moment.
Ster lands a right hand that snaps the head of Henderson backwards.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Ster.
Ster lands a right hand.
Henderson is working for takedown but Ster is calmly controlling the position for now.
Nice body punch from Henderson.
A right hand to the body from Henderson.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mon Ster dominated that second round.
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! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Nice defenses there by Henderson.
A big left from Henderson misses.
Ster wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Henderson throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Ster explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Nice straight punches there by Ster. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Ster.#KD#
Ster lands a left and a right that sends Henderson crashing to the canvas! Ster dives into mount looking to finish!#ROC#
Henderson is rocked!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Henderson is working to get back to half guard.
Henderson is still in real trouble! Can Ster finish him?
Oooooh, big shot lands for Ster! Henderson is hurt baaadly! Ster is firing away with more strikes - Henderson is covering up... the ref is warning him to do something. He's just covering up though still and the ref has to step in to end the fight! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:45 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Mon Ster!
Mon Ster seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

 

Event: AFC #6     
Date:   Aug 04, 2018
#R1#
Ster misses with a series of wild punches.
A little jabbing left from Ali on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Ali throws a poor cross that misses
and Ster counters with an outside leg kick.
Ster misses with an uppercut.
Ster tries to land a front kick but Ali steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Ster throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Ster looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Ali fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ster manages to avoid it.
Ster throws a nice outside leg kick.
Ster misses with a jab, cross combination.
Ster lands a jab to the nose.
Ali throws a leg kick but Ster moved away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ster ducks under a wild hook from Ali.
Ster goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
A big left from Ster misses.
Ster throws a jab but it's blocked by Ali.
A leg kick checked by Ster.#T1#
Ali throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A shot to the liver by Ster. Beautiful body shot.
Ster takes a swing at Ali's ribcage but misses.
Ali misses with a combination
and Ster counters with a stiff right hand.
Ster throws a body shot but no joy.
Ster misses with a leg kick
and Ali counters with a low kick, right behind Ster 's knee.
Ali avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Ali throws an off balance right hand
and Ster counters with a nice uppercut.
Ali throws a wild body kick that Ster sees coming a mile off.
Ster throwing a counter right hand but Ali manages to avoid it.
A slapping leg kick lands for Ali.
Ali scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Ster has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Ali.
Ster throws out a powerful jab.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ster is looking to chop away at Ali's legs. #T2#
Ster throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A nice side step and Ali releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Ster uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Ali.
Ster tries to close the distance and clinch up but Ali swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Ster tries to clinch but Ali is having none of it.
Ali keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Ali misses with a body shot.
Ster scores with a jab. Ali acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Ali displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
A cross from Ali lands.
Ster connects with a solid leg kick.
Ster tries to clinch up but Ali circles away and keeps his distance.
Despite the aggression on Ali's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Ali misses with an attempted mid kick.
Ster throws a quick inside leg kick.
Ali misses the shot to the body.
Ali slips under a jab from Ster.#T3#
Ali throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Ster.
Ali moves out of range as Ster strikes.
Ali will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Ali misses with a looping left.
Ster avoids the body shot from Ali.
Ali is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Ster rather than just go for the knockout.
Ali lands a nice looking kick to the body. Ster takes a step back to recover.
Ster is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Ster misses with a hook.
Ali misses with a hook.
Ali scores with a body shot.
Ster throws a lazy uppercut
and Ali counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Ster blocks a leg kick.
Ster loads up on a big right hand but Ali slips the punch.
Ali looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks. #T4#
That kick from Ster tenderised Ali's leg. Ali is trying to keep his angry face on.
Ali lands with a thumping leg kick.
Ster lands with a good body shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Ali throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Ster.
Ali misses with a low kick.
Sloppy strikes from Ali. Those never looked like landing.
Ster throws a looping overhand right but Ali ducks down to avoid it.
Ali throws out a leg kick but Ster moves out of range and Ali only half commits.
Ster lands with a cross. #CUT#
It looks like Haider Ali has been cut.
Ali misses the body punch
and Ster counters with a straight right hand.
Ali bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Ster misses with a straight right.
Ster scores with a nice right hand.
Ster feints a jab promting Ali to slip. Ster then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Ali slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mon Ster dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Haider Ali's cut.
That's time! Ster's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Ster closes the distance but Ali moves to the side
letting Ali counter with a right hand. #CUT2#
It looks like Mon Ster has been cut.
Ster throws a body shot but no joy.
Ali misses with a left hand
letting Ster counter with a right hand.
Ster tries to close the distance and clinch up but Ali swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Ali lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Ster cracks Ali with a good jab.
Ster ducks under a wild hook from Ali.
A telegraphed right hand from Ster misses the target.
Ali 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.
Ali fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Ster has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ali closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Ali avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Ali throws a hook but Ster blocks it.
An attempted straight right counter from Ster misses the target.
A shot to the body from Ali misses
and Ster finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Ali throws a leg kick but Ster moved away.#T1#
Ster tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Ster tries to work over Ali's front leg with a kick but Ali checks it.
Ster fakes the leg kick and cracks Ali in the body.
Ster misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ali.
Ster lands with a nice body punch.
Ali just misses with a punch to the body.
Ster is looking to counter the offense by Ali and move into the clinch.
Ster steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Ali.
Ster misses with a double jab
and Ali counters with a right hand to the body.
Mon Ster is winning the standup battle so far.
Ali throws a jab but it's blocked by Ster.
Ali dodges the punch combination from Ster.
Ali looks to throw the jab but Ster is out of range.
Ster blocks a leg kick.#T2#
Ster connects with an inside leg kick.
A slow jab from Ster misses its intended target.
Ster checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Ster lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ali moves away from the strike by Ster.
Ali counters with a body kick.
Ali throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Ster cracks Ali with a good jab.
Ali misses with a straight right.
Ster is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Ali can do to turn this around?
Ali takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with eachother but Ali might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Ster has got the better of the exchanges.
Ali throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Ster swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Ali walks into a jab.
Ali 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.
Some bone on bone action there as Ster checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one. #T3#
Ster misses with a looping left.
Ster just misses with a punch to the body.
Ali misses with a leg kick #CL#
and Ster counters into the clinch. Nicely done. #BC2#
Ali escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Ali tries to score with a low kick but Ster moves his leg out of the way.
Ster lands with a hook. Ali tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Good standup being displayed there by Ster as he connects with a hook.
Ali takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Ali waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Ster.#CL#
Ster fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Ali, pushing him back against the cage.
Ster lands a left hand that snaps the head of Ali backwards.
Ster misses with some punches.
Ali is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Ali can't break the clinch.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Ster misses with a knee strike. #T4#
Ster throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Alis head.
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!
Ali has a couple of punches blocked by Ster.
Ali blocks a body shot from Ster.
Ster lands an uppercut.
A short right from Ali.
Ali wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Ster tries to stall but Ali uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Ster.
Ali misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Ali is trying to break free.
Ali throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Sters head.
Ster scores with a knee to the head.
Ster lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Ali backwards.
Ster just leaning against Ali, taking a breather.
Ali misses with a punch on the inside.
Ster dips a shoulder and cracks Ali with a mighty uppercut! Ali falls back against the cage and Ster unloads with a barrage of strikes! Ali is completely out with his eyes open, only supported by the cage! Save him ref! Eventually the ref decides to do his job and jumps in - Ster screams abuse at the incompetent official before going over to celebrate with his corner. Brutal stuff!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Mon Ster!
A very excited looking Mon Ster 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: AFC #3     
Date:   Jul 14, 2018
#R1#
Gruzdev shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Ster defends it nicely.
Gruzdev swats away the attempt to clinch by Ster.
Gruzdev is looking to counter punch.
Ster wants to clinch
and Gruzdev cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Gruzdev misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ster.
Ster appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Ster tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Ster throws the left hand but Gruzdev avoids the punch easily.
Gruzdev is looking to counter punch.
Ster is looking to chop away at Gruzdev's legs.
Sloppy strikes from Ster. Those never looked like landing.
Gruzdev ducks under a wild hook from Ster.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gruzdev lands a jab.#CUT#
It looks like Mon Ster has been cut.
Gruzdev throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Gruzdev scores with a jab to the head.
Gruzdev tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Ster was well out of range. Poor timing from Gruzdev.
Ster fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Gruzdev has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Gruzdev moves away from the strike by Ster. #T1#
Gruzdev stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Ster.
Gruzdev fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Ster looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Gruzdev lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Gruzdev looks to land a combination but Ster avoids it well.
Ster throws a nice looking combination but Gruzdev bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Gruzdev misses the shot to the body.
Gruzdev misses with an uppercut
and Ster counters with a body kick that stops Gruzdev in his tracks momentarily.
Gruzdev throws a series of strikes that have Ster backpedaling.
Ster missing with a left hand there. Gruzdev was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Gruzdev takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
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!
Gruzdev has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Sloppy strikes from Ster. Those never looked like landing.
A telegraphed right hand from Gruzdev misses the target.
Ster throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Gruzdev counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Ster thinking.
Gruzdev throws a body punch but Ster moves out of range.
Gruzdev tries to bum rush Ster with a series of wild strikes but Ster uses good footwork to avoid the assault.#T2#
Gruzdev checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Ster avoids the body shot from Gruzdev.
A shot to the body from Gruzdev misses
and Ster counters with a one-two to the body.
Ster throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Ster lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Gruzdev backs up against the cage.
Gruzdev scores with a jab to the body.
Ster throws a head kick that misses.
A decent looking cross lands there for Gruzdev.
Gruzdev just misses with a punch to the body.
Ster keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab. #KD2#
Nice combo by Ster! Oh, that's hurt him - Gruzdev falls to the canvas and Ster follows him into side control. #CUT2#
It looks like Alexander Gruzdev has been cut.
Ster tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Ster controlling the position. #T3#
Gruzdev is trying to control Ster's posture but Ster avoids it.
Ster misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
A lull in the action here as Ster stalls from top position.
Ster cracks Gruzdev with a big elbow. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Gruzdev tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Ster wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Gruzdev is not content to let Ster control the position. #SU2#
Ster decides to stand back up. Ster steps back and let's Gruzdev get back to his feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mon Ster dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
The fighters circle momentarily. Ster darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Gruzdev throws a lazy right hand but Ster sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Gruzdev walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Ster throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Ster throws a hook but Gruzdev blocks it.
Gruzdev lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Gruzdev throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Ster has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Gruzdev lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Ster throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
A slow jab from Ster misses its intended target.
Ster looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Gruzdev tries to counter by clinching up but Ster breaks away and moves out of range.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ster moves out of range as Gruzdev strikes.
Ster displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Gruzdev throws out the jab.
Ster keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Gruzdev.
Alexander Gruzdev seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Gruzdev throws out a loose jab but Ster uses good head movement to avoid it.
Gruzdev takes a swing at Ster's ribcage but misses.
Gruzdev takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.#T1#
Gruzdev swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Ster.
Gruzdev connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Ster is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight. #CUT#
That has opened up Mon Ster's cut even more.
Ster throws a quick inside leg kick.
Ster lands a nice looking body shot.
Sloppy strikes from Gruzdev. Those never looked like landing. #TD#
Gruzdev shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Gruzdev wants to free his trapped foot but Ster is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Ster keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount. #T2#
Gruzdev is trying to control the action in half guard but Ster is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Ster trying to control from the bottom.
Gruzdev takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Ster wants to stand back up but Gruzdev manages to pass into side control.
Ster tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T3#
Ster avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Gruzdev.
Gruzdev prevents Ster from escaping the position.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Ster is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Gruzdev.
Ster uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Gruzdev.
Ster lands a jab.
A left lands for Ster.#T4#
A jab from Gruzdev misses.
Ster is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Gruzdev with a poor takedown #CL2#
and Ster moves into the clinch.
Ster is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Gruzdev is keeping busy.
A shot in the inside from Gruzdev. #BC#
Gruzdev manages to break the clinch.
Gruzdev fails to land the takedown.
Gruzdev lands a head shot.
Gruzdev keeps the fight on the outside.
A nice inside leg kick there by Ster. That's going to slow Gruzdev down.
Ster takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Gruzdev moves out of range of the body kick from Ster.
Ster throws a wild body kick that Gruzdev sees coming a mile off.
Mon Ster is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Ster takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Alexander Gruzdev dominated that second round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Gruzdev cracks Ster with a right hand to the side of the head.
Gruzdev dives in for a single leg takedown but Ster sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Ster is looking to clinch.
Ster takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Ster misses with a looping right.
Nice shot by Gruzdev.#CL2#
Ster clinches up with Gruzdev and pushes him back against the cage.
Ster works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Gruzdev misses with the head strike.
Gruzdev's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Ster has Gruzdev pressed against the cage, preventing Gruzdev from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gruzdev can't break the clinch.
Ster tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Gruzdev wants to get back to striking at distance but Ster won't allow it.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Ster blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Ster throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Ster lands a left hand. #T1#
Ster goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Ster misses with a hook to the ribs.
Gruzdev wants to get back to striking at distance but Ster won't allow it.
Gruzdev avoids a wild elbow strike from Ster.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch. #BC#
Gruzdev breaks from the clinch.
Nice body punch from Ster.
Ster throws a leg kick but Gruzdev sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Ster dodges the punch combination from Gruzdev.
Ster looks for the body kick but Gruzdev saw that one coming.
Gruzdev jabs at Ster's body.
Gruzdev defending well as Ster loads up on a big left hand.
Ster slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Mon Ster seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Ster tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Gruzdev is able to avoid easily.
Ster throws a quick inside leg kick. #T2#
Ster is looking to clinch.
A punch lands to the side of Ster 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Gruzdev misses with a straight right.
Gruzdev looks to score with a jab to the body but Ster is just out of range.
Gruzdev fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A solid leg kick lands there for Ster.
Ster lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Gruzdev ducks under a wild hook from Ster.
It looked like Gruzdev wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Ster lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Ster.
Nice uppercut lands for Ster. That snapped Gruzdev's head back.
Gruzdev misses with a hook.
Ster punishes Gruzdev's body with a nice straight punch.
Gruzdev misses with a two punch combination.
A big left from Ster misses. #T3#
Ster takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Gruzdev closes the distance and clinches up with Ster, looking for a takedown. Gruzdev pushes Ster against the cage but Ster circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Alexander Gruzdev. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ster misses with a two punch combination.
Ster lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Gruzdev throws a hook to the side of Ster's head but Ster sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A big right from Gruzdev misses.
Gruzdev misses with a takedown attempt
and Ster counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Ster connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
A slapping body kick lands there for Ster.
Ster fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Gruzdev.
Gruzdev waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Ster.
Ster throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Gruzdev takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Gruzdev is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Gruzdev slips under a jab from Ster.
A counter left hand to the body from Gruzdev misses its target.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ster buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick. #T4#
Ster throws a half hearted mid kick.
A slow jab from Ster misses its intended target.
Gruzdev thows a left - swing and a miss!
Gruzdev blocks a head kick by Ster.
Ster steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Gruzdev.
Gruzdev misses with a wild body shot.
Ster just misses with a punch to the body.
Gruzdev scores with a sloppy right hand. Ster should have avoided that one.
Gruzdev shoots in but Ster avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Ster is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Gruzdev bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Gruzdev went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Ster 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.
Gruzdev swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Gruzdev throws a body shot but no joy.
Ster throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Gruzdev sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Gruzdev avoids the clinch attempt nicely.

And that's the end of the fight!
Mon Ster comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Ster 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 Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 28:29
Judge Paul Aken scores the fight 28:29
Judge Albert Achterberg scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mon Ster!

Mon Ster decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
In defeat, Alexander Gruzdev stepped up to the mic, saying 'Damn! My face feels like it has been molded by bricks!'.

 

Event: ORC 14: Headstrong     
Date:   Jun 16, 2018
#R1#
Brandon dodges the punch combination from Ster.
Brandon shapes to counter with a head kick.
Brandon scores with a hook.#CL#
Ster gets a clinch.
Ster misses with a punch on the inside.
Brandon pushes off an throws an elbow but Ster leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the ropes.
Brandon blocks an elbow strike from Ster.
Brandon throws an elbow but it misses.
Ster 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.
Brandon is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the ropes.
A nice left hand lands by Ster.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ster lands a left hand.
Ster blocking some punches.
Ster taking a breather.
Ster lands an uppercut.
Brandon has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.#T1#
Brandon wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Ster blocks an elbow strike.
Ster stalling in the clinch.
Brandon misses with some punches.
Ster stalling in the clinch but Brandon improves position.
Good body shot from Ster.
Brandon trying to stall but Ster improves his position.
Ster dodges an elbow strike from Brandon.
A shot in the inside from Ster. #BC2#
Brandon breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Brandon walks straight into devastating uppercut and drops to the floor, clearly wobbled! Can he beat the count? 4,5,6,7... he's up! And he's down again! The ref steps in and calls an end to the fight! What a punch that was!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Mon Ster!
After winning the bout, Mon Ster thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

 

Event: gc180     
Date:   Dec 08, 2017
#R1#
Ster tests McLauhglin's chin there with a solid looking shot.#CUT#
It looks like Colin McLauhglin has been cut.
McLauhglin has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from McLauhglin there as he acknowledges the shot.
Mon Ster seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
McLauhglin looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
McLauhglin walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
McLauhglin ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
McLauhglin looks like he wants to counter punch here.
McLauhglin uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ster.
Ster misses with a wild body shot.
Ster throws a low kick but McLauhglin avoids it.
Ster throws a right hand that McLauhglin ducks under and follows up with a left that McLauhglin also avoids with ease.
McLauhglin slips a straight right by Ster.
McLauhglin looks to land a body kick but Ster moved away.
Ster keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
McLauhglin throws a jab when Ster was well out of range.
Ster throws a big shot that misses.
Ster 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.
Ster walks into a jab.#CUT2#
It looks like Mon Ster has been cut.#T1#
Ster misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from McLauhglin.
Sloppy strikes from Ster. Those never looked like landing.
Ster avoids a kick to the body.
McLauhglin pulls out of a head kick attempt.
McLauhglin walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
McLauhglin keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A countering left hand to the body from McLauhglin misses.
Ster fakes high and swings low for a body shot but McLauhglin manages to avoid it.
Ster misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from McLauhglin. #TD2#
McLauhglin manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Ster on his heels. He'll look to pass Ster's guard now, I'm sure.
Ster pulls McLauhglin in close to prevent any damage.
McLauhglin throws a big elbow that misses.
McLauhglin passes into half guard.
McLauhglin thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #T2#
Ster keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Ster blocking the ground and pound attempt from McLauhglin. #SUB2#
McLauhglin seems to be looking for submissions.
Ster is trying to get back to full guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
McLauhglin missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Ster keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. #SUB2#
McLauhglin is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Ster is just riding it out for now. McLauhglin eventually gives up the hold.
McLauhglin trying to mount his opponent but Ster defends it. #T3#
McLauhglin sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Ster defending well though.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ster wants to control but McLauhglin is keeping busy.
McLauhglin is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
McLauhglin tries to free his leg and advance position but Ster is retaining full guard.
McLauhglin works over Ster with some ground and pound from guard.
Ster wants to sweep here but McLauhglin controlling him for the moment.
McLauhglin pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ster is keeping the position for now.
McLauhglin working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
McLauhglin postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #T4#
McLauhglin throwing strikes but missing.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
McLauhglin looking to pass the guard.
McLauhglin throwing strikes but missing.
McLauhglin postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
McLauhglin missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
McLauhglin working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
McLauhglin wants to pass the guard but Ster is keeping the position.
Ster preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
McLauhglin has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
McLauhglin connects with a couple of short punches.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Colin McLauhglin dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's time! Ster's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Ster connects with a good right hand that stumbles McLauhglin. McLauhglin circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Ster throws an off balance right hand
and Ster takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Ster throws a hook to the side of McLauhglin's head but McLauhglin sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
McLauhglin moves forwards but Ster connects with a nice, crisp jab.
McLauhglin bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Ster misses with a double jab.
McLauhglin shoots for a double leg takedown but Ster sprawls well. He's pushed McLauhglin's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
A little feinted left hand from Ster on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Ster misses with a leg kick
and McLauhglin counters with a nice uppercut. #CUT2#
Mon Ster's cut is getting worse.
Sloppy strikes from Ster. Those never looked like landing.
McLauhglin takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Sloppy strikes from Ster. Those never looked like landing.
McLauhglin uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Ster.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ster misses with a looping right.
McLauhglin doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.#T1#
McLauhglin tries to clinch but Ster is having none of it.
Ster misses with a body shot. #CL2#
McLauhglin has Ster up against the cage in a clinch.
McLauhglin misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Ster.
McLauhglin misses with a hook to the ribs.
McLauhglin tries to pull guard but Ster holds him up against the cage and eventually McLauhglin drops back down to his feet.
McLauhglin tries to land knees in the clinch but Ster avoids the damage to the body.
A head punch blocked on the inside by McLauhglin.
A right hook to the body lands for Ster.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ster.
Ster lands a nice shot to the body.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Ster creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
McLauhglin pushes Ster back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
McLauhglin blocking some punches.
Ster working aggressively here. #T2#
McLauhglin has had enough of the clinch but Ster keeps him there for the moment.
A body shot lands from McLauhglin.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
McLauhglin misses with an elbow over the top.
Ster takes an elbow to the forehead.
Nice body punch from McLauhglin.
McLauhglin cracks Ster with a nice body shot.
McLauhglin digs a right hand into Ster's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Ster's gas tank.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
McLauhglin misses with a body punch.
McLauhglin tries to work over Ster's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
McLauhglin can't find room to land a body shot as Ster controls the action.
McLauhglin missing with knees to the body.
McLauhglin wants to break free but Ster has control.
Ster doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Ster working aggressively here.
McLauhglin misses with some punches.
McLauhglin lands a hook to the side of the head.
McLauhglin swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A nice left hand lands by McLauhglin. #CUT2#
Mon Ster's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.#T3#
McLauhglin scores with a shot to the side of Ster's head.
Ster swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Still in the clinch, McLauhglin scores with a nice short uppercut.#CUT2#
Jeez, Mon Ster's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.
McLauhglin working some nice short punches in the clinch.
McLauhglin misses with a body punch.
McLauhglin lands a nice shot to the body.
McLauhglin tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Ster tries a body shot but McLauhglin blocks it.
Ster struggles to land a body shot inside as McLauhglin controls his hands.
McLauhglin scores with a shot to the side of Ster's head.
Ster blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Nice body punch from McLauhglin - that landed with a thud.
Nice body punch from McLauhglin.
Nice elbow from McLauhglin.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Colin McLauhglin!
After the fight, Colin McLauhglin was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.

 

Event: gc 176     
Date:   Nov 18, 2017
#R1#
Shanks lands with a nice body punch.
Ster takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders. #CUT#
It looks like Mon Ster has been cut.
Shanks fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Ster on the side of the head.
Ster throws a right hand that misses
and Ster takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Ster has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Shanks finds it's way round the side to connect with Ster's head.
Shanks takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Shanks throws a leg kick
enabling Ster to counter with a crisp jab.
Ster blocks a jab.
Shanks lands with a shot to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Shanks scores with a leg kick.
Donk. Ster catches Shanks right on the button with a cross.
Shanks just misses with a punch to the body.
Ster looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Shanks slips under a jab.
Ster throws a solid leg kick but Shanks takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Ster.
Shanks misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ster.
Shanks lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Shanks misses with a hook. Ster ducked under it nicely.
Ster was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Shanks on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Shanks definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Ster scores with a hook.#T1#
Shanks ducks under a wild hook from Ster.#KD2#
Ster lands a left and a right that send Shanks crashing to the mat, dazed. Ster thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!#CUT2#
It looks like Mickey Shanks has been cut.#KD2#
Ster feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Shanks sprawling to the canvas! Shanks rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Ster finish him?! #ROC2#
Shanks 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!
Shanks is holding his hands too far apart here. Ster throws a hard, straight punch right down the pipe and BOOM! Shanks is out! That punch landed square on the jaw - what a shot!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:20 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Mon Ster!
After the big win, Mon Ster made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors IniTech Nutrition and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.

 

Event: gc 172     
Date:   Oct 21, 2017
#R1#
Nukem misses with a head kick.
Nukem misses with a double jab.
Nukem jabs Ster right on the nose. Ster blinks but takes it well.#CUT#
It looks like Mon Ster has been cut.
Nukem takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
A lazy left from Nukem finds it's target.
We've been hearing reports that Nukem has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Nukem takes a swing at Ster's ribcage but misses.
Ster connects with a solid leg kick.
The fighters circling - Ster throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Nukem feints with a left and delivers a massive head kick! Ster collapses like a ragdoll! Game over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Duke Nukem!
Duke Nukem retains his heavyweight title!
A relieved looking Duke Nukem 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: gc 165     
Date:   Sep 02, 2017
#R1#
Ster throws out a loose jab but Drago uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ster throws a hook but Drago blocks it.
Ster uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Drago.
Drago displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Ster throws out the jab.
A punch combination from Drago misses.
Ster throws out a counter right but Drago avoids it with no problem.
Drago misses with the combination.
Ster is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Drago with a body shot.
Drago throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Drago throws a right hand that misses
and Ster counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Drago thinking.
Ster lands a nice looking kick to the body. Drago takes a step back to recover.
Nice jab there from Ster. #CUT2#
It looks like Ivan Drago has been cut.
Ster connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Drago takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ster connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Ster slips a straight right by Drago.
Ster works Drago's body with a nice hook.
Ster lands with an overhand left.#ROC2#
Drago is rocked!#T1#
Ster wobbles Drago with a right hand and the left hook that follows puts him on his rear! Ster dives in with a huge flying punch that connects right on the button and puts Drago to sleep! - What a violent and spectacular finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:07 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Mon Ster!
Jumping up and down and very excited, Mon Ster waved his t-shirt featuring IniTech Nutrition 's logo in front of the cameras.
Ivan Drago spoke after the fight, saying '"He's not human, he's like a piece of iron."'.

 

Event: CCR 88     
Date:   Jun 30, 2017
#R1#
Wildslap shoots in for a takedown but Ster shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.#TD2#
Wildslap gets caught flat footed, as Ster shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Ster sitting in guard here, content to control.
Wildslap looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Ster wants to stand but Wildslap has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wildslap is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Ster landing some decent shots from guard.
Wildslap wants to sweep here but Ster controlling him for the moment. #T1#
Wildslap looking to control.
Ster passes Wildslap's left leg - he's now in half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Wildslap tries to get to full guard but Ster has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Ster is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Wildslap has managed to free his arm - good work.
Ster seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Ster trying to mount his opponent but Wildslap defends it. #SUB#
Wildslap looking for submissions off his back.
Ster looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Ster is controlling the pace. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD2#
Ster throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Wildslap was covering up waiting for the punch and Ster finishes the takedown easily into guard. #T3##SUB#
Wildslap throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SUB#
Wildslap looking for a guillotine here but Ster defends easily.
Wildslap wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Ster is now in half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#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.
Wildslap gets back to full guard. #SUB#
Wildslap looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Ster sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Wildslap is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Ster defends well.
Ster slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mon Ster dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2##TD2#
Ster scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
You can see the frustration on Wildslap's face as Ster controls the position.
Wildslap regains half guard there - taking advantage of Ster's attempt to lay and pray for a moment.
Ster working the head and body with strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wildslap trying to get back to full guard but Ster takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount!
Ster trying to control but Wildslap is having none of it.
Mon Ster has got the better of the ground game so far.#T1#
Ster content just to control the position here.
Wildslap bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!#SUB2#
Ster looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Ster looking to hit a scissor sweep but Wildslap is one step ahead there.
Ster is trying to keep Wildslap in close.
Wildslap pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ster is keeping the position for now. #T2#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Ster is on top in guard. #REVB##SU2#
Ster gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent. #TD#
Wildslap gets a takedown into half guard.#ES2#
Ster kicks Wildslap off and gets back to his feet.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#TD2#
Ster closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. #SUB2#
Ster thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Wildslap is looking for a sweep.#T3#
Ster advances to mount.
Ster tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #SUB2#
Ster jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Wildslap manages to avoid the submission attempt. #SU2#
Ster decides to stand back up. Ster steps back and let's Wildslap get back to his feet.
Ster looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.#T4#
Wildslap misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#TD2#
Ster shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Ster tries to stand but his arm is trapped.
Wildslap tries to get to full guard but Ster has control of the leg.
Wildslap is pressing down on Ster's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mon Ster showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R3##TD#
Wildslap darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Ster has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Wildslap is working away from the top position though.
Ster has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Ster is not content to let Wildslap control the position.#SUB#
Wildslap is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #SUB#
Wildslap seems to be working for a kimura but Ster defends the submission attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ster tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land.
Wildslap is pressing down on Ster's thigh, looking to free his foot. Ster is holding on for now. #T1#
Ster keeping hold of Wildslap's head, controlling as best he can.
Ster wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Wildslap seems to be working for a kimura but Ster defends the submission attempt.
Ster is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Wildslap's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Wildslap's back!
Wildslap breaks Ster's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Wildslap trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Wildslap preventing the sweep.
Wildslap looking to pass the guard.
Ster has his hands on Wildslap's head, controlling the position.
Rancho Wildslap has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Let's hope that Ster has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Wildslap trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Ster controlling Wildslap's posture.
Wildslap advances to half guard.
Wildslap trying to advance position but Ster counters by regaining guard.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Ster holds on and takes a little breather. #T3#
Ster looking for a sweep. Not yet Ster, not yet.
Ster has Wildslap pulled in close to control his posture.
Wildslap wants to pass the guard but Ster is keeping the position.
Ster trying to control the position here.
Wildslap throws a big right hand that misses.
Ster is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#TD2#
Wildslap tries to sprawl but Ster drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Wildslap gets back to full guard.
Wildslap tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Ster controls from within his opponent's guard.
Mon Ster is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ster looking to pass the guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Rancho Wildslap.
Well Ster 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 28:30
Judge Thiago Cunha scores the fight 28:30
Judge Luis Engracia scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mon Ster!

Mon Ster was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.
In defeat, Rancho Wildslap stepped up to the mic, saying 'You're my boogie.'.

 

Event: D53 Von Richthof v Costacurta     
Date:   Jun 10, 2017
#R1#
Ster is looking to clinch but Viscount is avoiding it. #TD#
Ster fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Viscount sprawls well initially but Ster persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Ster controlling the pace. #SUB#
Ster is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Viscount is looking for a sweep. Ster is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Viscount manages to get to full guard. #SUB2#
Viscount looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Ster has picked Viscount up and slammed him! Viscount can't keep hold of the triangle and Ster manages to pass to side control!#T1#
Viscount is looking for a sweep.
Viscount is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Ster off and has taken his back!#SUB2#
Viscount tightening his grip on Ster, looking for the choke. #SUB2#
Viscount is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Ster is defending well though. Viscount let's go of the attempt for now.
Ster is trying to break free.
Ster trying to control the position but Viscount manages to sink in the hooks.
Ster tries to escape the position. #SUB2#
Viscount looking to break Ster's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Ster remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Viscount will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
Ster trying to control but not successfully.
Ster is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at New York Striking Academy that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.#T2#
Ster covering up well and avoiding damage.
Ster is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet. #SUB2#
Viscount is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Ster is defending well though. Viscount let's go of the attempt for now.
Ster knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Viscount on the ground.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Viscount has the hooks in. Ster is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. #SUB2#
Ster fending off the submission attempt from Viscount.
Viscount is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ster tries to escape but Viscount has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #SUB2#
Viscount is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Ster is defending well though. Viscount let's go of the attempt for now.
Ster just trying to survive but Viscount is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish. #T3#
Ster covers up after that shot from Viscount.
Oooh a big shot gets through from Viscount. Many more shots like that and the referee will have to think about stepping in! #CUT2#
It looks like Mon Ster has been cut.#SUB2#
Viscount is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Ster knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Ster for a finish. #SUB2#
Viscount has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Ster has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
Ster can't escape the position.
Viscount scores with strikes from the back.
Viscount is hanging on to Ster's back as he tries to escape. #SUB2#
Viscount patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Ster trying to control but not successfully. #SUB2#
Viscount working for a choke but Ster is defending well. #T4#
Ster looking very determined here, making life difficult for Viscount. #SUB2#
Viscount is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Ster knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Ster for a finish.
Viscount gets his hands free as Ster looks to control.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ster is really stuck here.
Ster avoids the strikes from Viscount. #SUB2#
Ster showing good submission defense here. #SUB2#
Viscount working for the choke.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Dementri Viscount dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Mon Ster'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.
#R2##TD#
Ster is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Viscount's half guard.
Viscount is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Ster missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Viscount gets back to full guard. #SUB#
Ster drops back, looking for a kneebar! Viscount looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Viscount looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Viscount! #REVB#
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Viscount working his ground and pound in the gym.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ster prevents Viscount from moving into mount. #T1#
Viscount misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
Viscount wants to lay and pray for a moment but Ster keeps working. #SUB2#
Viscount swings around for an armbar but Ster sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Viscount's guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Viscount is on top in guard. #REVB##ES#
Ster pushes Viscount off and scrambles back to his feet. #TD#
Ster gets a takedown into half guard.
Viscount is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ster seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Viscount does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #T2##SUB#
Ster wants to work for an arm triangle but Viscount is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Viscount is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Ster's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Ster's back!
This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB2#
Viscount tightening his grip on Ster, looking for the choke.
I really don't envy Ster right now. #SUB2#
Viscount is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Ster defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined. #SUB2#
Ster fending off the submission attempt from Viscount. #T3#
Viscount lands a shot to the head.
Ster is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Ster is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
Viscount somehow managing to miss with a strike from the back.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ster is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Ster is working hard here to advance position.#SUB2#
Viscount patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?#SUB2#
Ster showing good submission defense here. #SUB2#
Ster showing good submission defense here. #T4##SUB2#
Ster 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 Viscount gets his way!
Ster staying busy and making it hard for Viscount to control. #SUB2#
Ster showing good submission defense here.
Ster wants to escape the position.
Viscount has his opponent trapped and is landing shots. Not a good position for Ster.
Well, with Viscount on his back, surely it's only a matter of time before Ster is tapping out... Can he escape the position?
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ster trying to control the position but Viscount manages to sink in the hooks. #SUB2#
Viscount has the rear naked choke here! This is very bad for Ster! Can he survive? No! He's out! Viscount gets to his feet and celebrates with his cornermen. He looks absolutely delighted. In the post fight interviews he takes time to thank his parents and everyone who has believed in him from the start. How sweet.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Dementri Viscount!
After winning the bout, Dementri Viscount thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

 

Event: D46 Jones v Hunt II     
Date:   Apr 22, 2017
#R1#
Gomu waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Ster.
Ster swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Gomu 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.
Ster takes one on the chin but keeps coming. #CUT2#
It looks like Mon Ster has been cut.
Jab from Gomu.
Gomu misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Gomu avoids the head kick by Ster.
Ster avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Ster is looking to counter punch.
Ster tries to move into range but Gomu moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Ster looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Gomu fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ster manages to avoid it.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Gomu checks a leg kick.
Gomu blocks a head kick by Ster.
A clash of legs there as Gomu blocks the low kick.
Gomu throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Ster's head.
Gomu keeps the fight on the outside.
Ster throws out a powerful jab.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Gomu uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Ster.
Gomu Gomu seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Gomu lands a nice looking body shot.
Gomu lands a nice looking body shot.
Ster moves away from the strike by Gomu.
Gomu throws a wild combination but nothing lands. #T1#
Ster moves out of range of the strikes.
A swing and a miss from Ster.
Ster 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.
Ster tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Gomu was well out of range. Poor timing from Ster.
Ster checks a leg kick.
Gomu misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ster.
Ster tries to clinch up but Gomu circles away and keeps his distance.
Gomu throws a leg kick that misses.
Gomu throws a leg kick that is checked
and Ster counters with a stiff right hand.
Ster misses with an uppercut. Gomu saw that one coming.
Gomu tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Gomu misses the jab.
Gomu slips a jab from Ster.
It seemed like Gomu was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Ster cracks Gomu with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.#CUT#
It looks like Gomu Gomu has been cut.
Gomu throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Good work by Gomu as he checks the leg kick.
Ster lands a jab to the nose.
Gomu sizes up Ster with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. #T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ster tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Gomu was well out of range. Poor timing from Ster.
Gomu misses with a right hand
and Ster counters with an outside leg kick.
Gomu scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Gomu tries a head kick but it misses.
Gomu moves out of range of the strikes.
Ster takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Gomu scores with a punch to the head.#CUT2#
Mon Ster's cut is getting worse.
Ster slips a straight right by Gomu.
Ster connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Ster gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Gomu digs a good hook to Ster's body.
Gomu 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.
Good leg kick by Ster there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Ster avoids the head kick by Gomu.
Gomu pulls out of a head kick attempt.
It looked like Ster wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Gomu tries to land a front kick but Ster steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.#T3#
A bone on bone clash there as Ster blocks the leg kick.
Gomu is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Ster had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
Gomu misses with a series of wild punches.
Good exchange - Ster coming out on top.
Ster pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Ster misses with a hook.
Gomu connects with a nice looking jab.
Gomu swings for the body but Ster moves out of range.
Gomu throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Jab from Ster.
Ster blocks a low kick nicely.
Gomu throws a hook but Ster blocks it.
Gomu throws an off balance right hand
and Ster counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Gomu misses with a low kick.
Gomu throws a looping overhand right but Ster ducks down to avoid it.
Gomu tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
An attempted straight right counter from Ster misses the target.
Ster throws a chopping leg kick but Gomu manages to avoid taking any serious damage.#T4#
Gomu avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Gomu tries to move into range but Ster moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ster scores with a leg kick.
Gomu slips a straight right by Ster.
Ster backing away here, and Gomu unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Ster rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Gomu makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Gomu throws a sloppy head kick and Ster moves out of range easily.
A head kick misses from Ster. #KD#
Ster drops Gomu with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Gomu looks back up at him and smiles so Ster waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed. #ROC#
Gomu is rocked!#CUT#
That has opened up Gomu Gomu's cut even more.
Look low, kick high! Ster uses the oldest trick in the book to send Gomu tumbling to the canvas, in a truly brutal knockout! Ster is absolutely delighted - when Gomu wakes up, I doubt he'll be quite so happy!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Mon Ster!
In his post fight interview, Mon Ster started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Mar 14, 2017
#R1#
Rumble swings for the body but Ster moves out of range.
A nice leg kick lands there from Rumble.
Rumble throws a big shot that misses.
Rumble throws a leg kick that is checked
and Ster counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CUT2#
It looks like Barney Rumble has been cut.
Rumble chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Ster can pounce on him.
Ster moves out of range of the body kick.
Ster throws a lazy right hand but Rumble sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Rumble has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Rumble there as he acknowledges the shot.
Rumble misses with a hook.
A solid leg kick lands there for Rumble.
Barney Rumble seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Rumble scores with a nice strike.#CUT#
It looks like Mon Ster has been cut.
Rumble takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Ster throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Rumble throws the kick towards the body but Ster avoids it.
Ster takes one on the button.
A solid leg kick lands there for Rumble. #T1#
Ster throws a half hearted mid kick.
Ster looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Rumble keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Ster.
A little feinted left hand from Rumble on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Rumble throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
A low kick from Ster is predictable there
letting Rumble counter with a right hand.
Rumble on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Ster. Ster obviously looking to wear him down.
Rumble blocks a head kick by Ster.
Rumble works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Rumble ducks under a wild hook from Ster.
Ster moves out of range of the body kick.
Rumble lands with a nice body kick.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Rumble, right into the meat.
Rumble swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Rumble avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Ster throws a series of punches but Rumble avoids them all with ease. #T2#
Rumble throws a shot from downtown. Ster moves away and avoids it.
Rumble stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ster sizes up Rumble with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Rumble throws a leg kick that misses.
Rumble scores with a nice head shot.
Ster throws out a loose jab but Rumble uses good head movement to avoid it.
Rumble fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Ster on the side of the head.#CUT#
That has opened up Mon Ster's cut even more.
Rumble swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Ster.
Rumble lands with a thumping leg kick.
Ster throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Rumble throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Ster on the side of the head.
Rumble looks to land a left hand but Ster moved out of range nicely.
It seemed like Ster was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Ster turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Ster throws a low kick but Rumble moves out of range easily. #T3#
Rumble with a hook.
Ster takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
A bone on bone clash there as Ster blocks the leg kick.
Ster throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Ster tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Rumble takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Rumble lands a front kick.
Ster misses with a head kick.
Rumble moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Ster throws a low kick but Rumble avoids it.
Rumble tries to score with a low kick but Ster moves his leg out of the way.
Rumble throws a body punch but Ster moves out of range.
Ster looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Rumble lands with a kick to the ribs.
Rumble scores with a jab to the head. #CUT#
The cut above Mon Ster's eye is starting to cause him problems now.#T4#
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Rumble, as that shot connected.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ster looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Rumble turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Rumble swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Rumble throws a sloppy head kick and Ster moves out of range easily.
Rumble looks for the body kick but Ster saw that one coming.
Ster looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Ster.
Rumble misses with a straight left.
Ster tries a quick counter leg kick but Rumble is wise to it.
Rumble scores with a jab to the head. #CUT#
Mon Ster's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.
A cross from Rumble lands.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Barney Rumble!
Barney Rumble decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Feb 27, 2017
#R1#
Carron is looking to clinch.
Ster now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Ster scores with a kick to the body.
Carron 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.
Ster scores with a jab.
Carron is looking to clinch but Ster is avoiding it.
Ster looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Carron on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Ster lands with a hook. Carron tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. #CUT2#
It looks like Owen Carron has been cut.
Carron gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Carron tries to clinch but Ster moves out of range. #KD2#
Ster catches Carron napping and connects with a big right hand that sends Carron to the canvas! #ROC2#
Carron is rocked!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ster stays in close to Carron's body and controls the position. #T1#
Carron looking to control.
Ster is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Carron throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Carron closes the distance but Ster moves to the side
and Ster counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Ster lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Carron throws a jab but it's blocked by Ster.
Ster appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Ster lands a nice leg kick that just misses Carron's sensitive parts.
Ster lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Ster throws a leg kick which misses Carron's front leg but catches the back leg as Carron tries to avoid it.
Carron on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Ster lands a really nice looking cross but Carron seems unphased.
Carron tries to clinch but Ster moves out of range.
Carron is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Ster flicks out a counter leg kick but Carron steps away.
Carron stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Ster.
Carron is looking to clinch but Ster is avoiding it.
Carron looks to land a right hand but Ster moved out of range.#KD2#
Ster sets himself and throws a head kick that knocks Carron to the ground! Ster dives into full mount looking to finish!
Oh Carron is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Ster controlling the position easily from mount. #T3#
Carron seems to have got his legs back now.
Ster's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Ster lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
Ster sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Ster working away from the top, dropping strikes.
Ster content just to control the position here. #T4#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Ster landing strikes from the mount and Carron is in trouble!
Ster controlling his opponent.
Ster scores with a couple of good head shots there.
Ster looking to finish here with some ground and pound. He lands one big shot that has Carron covering up... and two more big strikes land, forcing the referee to step in and put and end to proceedings! This fight is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Mon Ster!

 

 
 
 
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