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Event: PANDA 11     
Date:   Aug 14, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#CL2#
Dela Rosa gets a clinch.
Dela Rosa looks really tired already! That doesn't bode well for a good, competitive fight!#BC#
Mann manages to break the clinch. #TD#
Mann decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Mann throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Mann wants to stand up but Dela Rosa has a hold of him and won't allow it.
Mann wants to pass the guard but Dela Rosa is defending well.
Mann throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. #SUB#
Mann seems to be working for a kimura but Dela Rosa defends the submission attempt.
Mann is looking to take a break and control but Dela Rosa is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mann is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Dela Rosa is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Dela Rosa is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Mann pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Dela Rosa actively working from the bottom here.#T1#
Mann not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Mann trying to pass the guard but Dela Rosa defending well. #SUB#
Mann is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Dela Rosa is just riding it out for now. Mann eventually gives up the hold.
Dela Rosa moves into full guard.
Mann trying to control but Dela Rosa is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Dela Rosa looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Mann passes into half guard. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Mann wants to lay and pray for a moment but Dela Rosa keeps working.
Mann knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Dela Rosa on the ground.#SUB2#
Dela Rosa actively working from the bottom here.
Mann wants to control but Dela Rosa is keeping him busy.
Mann trying to mount his opponent but Dela Rosa defends it.
Nice strikes from Mann there. #SUB#
Mann is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Dela Rosa sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB#
Mann is working for a kimura but Dela Rosa is defending it quite comfortably. #SUB#
Mann is looking for a kimura but Dela Rosa is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Mann to get the leverage. #T3#
Mann working Dela Rosa over with strikes.
Mann thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Dela Rosa's head.
Mann is nestled in close to Dela Rosa, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Mann looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Dela Rosa wants to control the action here but instead Mann manages to pass to full mount!
Mann with good strikes from the mount here!
Mann can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Dela Rosa is looking to escape.
Mann working Dela Rosa over with strikes here. #T4#
Dela Rosa is looking to get to half guard.#SU#
Mann stands up from the dominant position, so we're back on the feet.
Dela Rosa throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
As Dela Rosa tries to get set, Mann tries to push him back and clinch up but Dela Rosa manages to avoid the attempt.
Dela Rosa has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Mann is landing a low percentage of strikes.#TD#
Mann shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Dela Rosa napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Dela Rosa taking a bit of punishment here - Mann scoring with strikes.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SUB#
Mann tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB#
Mann working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Mann is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Dela Rosa is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Carter Mann dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2##TD#
Mann shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Mann showed some decent athleticism there.
Mann is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Mann trying to control from half guard but Dela Rosa is working away. #SUB#
Mann is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mann works his foot free and advances to mount.
Dela Rosa is breathing heavily.
Mann fails to move to back control. #T1#
Mann can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Dela Rosa is looking to escape.
Mann landing strikes from the mount and Dela Rosa is in trouble!
Dela Rosa keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Mann punishing his opponent with strikes. #ROC#Dela Rosa is rocked!
Dela Rosa tries to hold on but Mann postures up.
Dela Rosa is still in real trouble! Can Mann finish him?#SUB#
Mann is working for a guillotine from mount but Dela Rosa frees his head quite easily. #SU#
Mann is standing up out of mount! Strange tactic there - he must really want this one on the feet! #TD#
Mann is looking for a takedown. Wow, that's a brutal slam - Dela Rosa is in big trouble! Mann is landing strikes from the mount and this one is all over! The ref jumps in to save a confused looking Dela Rosa. Poor guy.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:05 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Slam). Carter Mann!
Carter Mann was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.

 

Event: PANDA 4     
Date:   Jul 14, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Mann looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#TD2#
Mann shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Mann is keen to just control but Magaluff is a slippery customer.
Mann prevents Magaluff from standing back up.
Magaluff on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Magaluff tries to get out of the position.
Magaluff controlling the position for now.#SUB2#
Mann is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Magaluff has managed to free his arm - good work.
Magaluff is trying to get back to full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magaluff tries to kick Mann off but Mann keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Mann controlling the pace.
Magaluff keeping control of the position. #T1#
Magaluff blocking the ground and pound attempt from Mann.
Mann wants to take a breather but Magaluff is having none of it.
Mann might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Magaluff haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#SUB2#
Mann is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Magaluff has managed to free his arm - good work.
Mann seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. #SUB2#
Mann seems to be looking for submissions. #SUB2#
Mann is working for a submission of some sort.
Magaluff blocking the ground and pound attempt from Mann.
Mann seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Magaluff does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Magaluff is looking to improve his position. #SUB2#
Mann seems to be working for a kimura but Magaluff defends the submission attempt.
Magaluff moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Mann wants to control from the top but Magaluff keeps moving.
Magaluff is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Mann is controlling him.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Mann shoots in but no luck this time.
Mann has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Magaluff is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Kabala Magaluff seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Magaluff keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Kabala Magaluff has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Carter Mann.#T3#
Mann closes the distance and clinches up with Magaluff, looking for a takedown. Mann pushes Magaluff against the cage but Magaluff circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Mann shoots for a takedown but Magaluff saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Mann shoots in but no luck this time.
Mann misses with a takedown attempt - Magaluff sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Mann looks winded!#TD#
Magaluff shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Magaluff stands up over Mann, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Mann wants to stand and escape but Magaluff is having none of it.
Mann is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Magaluff throws a strike but Mann rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Magaluff looking to hit a scissor sweep but Mann is one step ahead there.
Magaluff lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR##T4#
Mann tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Magaluff distracts Mann with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.#SUB2#
Mann looking for a guillotine here but Magaluff defends easily.
Mann preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Magaluff stopping the sweep attempt from Mann.
Magaluff postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Magaluff lands a couple of elbows.
Mann has Magaluff pulled in close to control his posture.
Magaluff postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Kabala Magaluff dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2##TD#
Magaluff shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Magaluff not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Mann is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Magaluff scores with a couple of nice shots.
Magaluff looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Magaluff trying to control from Mann's half guard. Mann has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Magaluff lands a couple of elbows.
Magaluff lands a couple of decent looking shots.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mann working a defensive guard here.
Mann looking for a sweep. Not yet Mann, not yet.
Magaluff stops Mann from standing up.
Magaluff stands up over Mann, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. #T1#
Magaluff working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Mann is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Magaluff is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Mann preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Magaluff content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Magaluff is working Mann over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Magaluff lands a couple of elbows.#ROC#Mann is rocked!
Magaluff is looking to work some ground and pound but Mann has wrist control.
Mann pulls Magaluff in close to prevent any damage.
Magaluff engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Kabala Magaluff overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Magaluff chips away with some ground and pound.#T2#
Magaluff lands a couple of elbows.
Magaluff scoring with punches to the head and body.
Magaluff showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Magaluff preventing the sweep.
Mann keeping moving, preventing Magaluff from controlling successfully.
Magaluff trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Mann controls Magaluff momentarily but Magaluff frees himself.
Mann wants to sweep here but Magaluff controlling him for the moment. #T3#
Magaluff lands a couple of elbows.
Magaluff with a flurry of punches that miss.
Magaluff has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Magaluff showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Magaluff prevents Mann from getting back to his feet.
Magaluff wants to control from the top but Mann keeps moving.
Mann is trying to control the position but Magaluff postures up.
Magaluff missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Magaluff connects with a couple of short punches.
Magaluff is looking to work some ground and pound but Mann has wrist control.
Magaluff working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Mann's head.#T4##SUB2#
Mann working for a triangle but Magaluff defends it easily.
Magaluff connects with a couple of short punches.
Mann utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Mann is trying to control the position but Magaluff postures up.
Magaluff works over Mann with some ground and pound from guard.
Magaluff is stalling in the full guard.
Mann seems keen to control Magaluff's posture.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Magaluff makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Kabala Magaluff dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Mann fails with an attempt to clinch.
Magaluff scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Magaluff lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.#CUT#It looks like Carter Mann has been cut.
Magaluff is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Mann can do to turn this around?#TD#
Magaluff gets a double leg takedown into Mann's guard.
Magaluff is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Mann is still in real trouble! Can Magaluff finish him?
Magaluff working some strikes from top position.
Magaluff is looking to work some ground and pound but Mann has wrist control.
Magaluff is looking to work some ground and pound but Mann has wrist control.
Magaluff seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Magaluff in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Mann seems to have recovered his senses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magaluff postures up.
Magaluff sitting in guard here, content to control. #T1#
Magaluff landing some decent shots from guard. #CUT#That has opened up Carter Mann's cut even more.
Magaluff sitting in guard, not really doing much.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Magaluff accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Mann being controlled here, momentarily.
Magaluff throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Magaluff postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Magaluff works over Mann with some ground and pound from guard.#T2#
Magaluff postures up.
Magaluff missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Magaluff controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Mann trying to strike off his back.
Mann working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Magaluff.
Magaluff throws a big right hand that misses.
Mann trying to control the position. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD2#
Mann drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Mann takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Magaluff has control of Mann's left arm, preventing Mann from doing any damage.
Magaluff wants to get back to his feet but Mann is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Magaluff looking to hit a scissor sweep but Mann is one step ahead there. #T3#
Mann prevents Magaluff from getting back to his feet.
Mann trying to control but Magaluff is working from the bottom.
Magaluff lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Mann keeping full guard, as Magaluff tries to pass.
Magaluff connects with a couple of short punches.
Magaluff is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #SUB2#
Mann working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Magaluff has passed into half guard! #T4#
Magaluff looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Mann with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Mann is trying to control but can't.
Magaluff scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Mann is trying to get back to full guard.
Magaluff looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Mann with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. #CUT#The cut above Carter Mann's eye is starting to cause him problems now.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Kabala Magaluff!
Our winner, Kabala Magaluff, 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.
In defeat, Carter Mann stepped up to the mic, saying 'Wow, just...wow.'.

 

Event: PF19 Dimitrov v Philips     
Date:   Jun 06, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Mann fails with a takedown attempt.
Rees Mogg tries to counter by clinching up but Mann breaks away and moves out of range.
Mann is looking to clinch but Rees Mogg is avoiding it.
Rees Mogg clobbers Mann with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. #CUT#It looks like Carter Mann has been cut.#CL#
Rees Mogg drives through and clinches with Mann against the cage.
Rees Mogg misses with a short punch on the inside.
Rees Mogg scores with a nice hook to the head.
Rees Mogg misses with a short punch on the inside.
Rees Mogg misses with a body punch.
Rees Mogg comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mann tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Rees Mogg throws a head punch that misses.
Rees Mogg softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Mann is looking for a takedown.
Jacob Rees Mogg has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Carter Mann.
Rees Mogg lands with a left to the head. #T1#
Rees Mogg misses with a punch to the body.
Mann jumps guard but Rees Mogg turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Mann just leaning against Rees Mogg, taking a breather.
Our sources have told us that Rees Mogg has been working on his elbows in the gym.#BC#
Rees Mogg pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Mann is looking to clinch.
Rees Mogg seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Mann staying out of range there.
Mann tries to score a power double leg takedown but Rees Mogg sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Mann somewhat.
Rees Mogg swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Mann has his takedown stuffed
and Rees Mogg counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Mann uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Rees Mogg.#T2#
Mann fails with an attempt to clinch.
Rees Mogg swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#TD2#
Mann 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.
Rees Mogg looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Mann wants to control from the top but Rees Mogg keeps moving.
Mann slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Mann trying to control but Rees Mogg is working from the bottom. #T3#
Rees Mogg can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Mann controls the pace.
Rees Mogg is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.
Mann controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Rees Mogg thows a left - swing and a miss!
Mann tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Rees Mogg defends well and Mann ends up having to push Rees Mogg into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Mann with a lazy takedown attempt
and Rees Mogg counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Mann thinking.
Mann tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Rees Mogg swivels and escapes.#T4#
Nice sprawl there from Rees Mogg as Mann shoots in.
Rees Mogg scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Jacob Rees Mogg is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Rees Mogg throws a lazy right hand but Mann sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Rees Mogg digs a good hook to Mann's body.
Mann looks winded!
Rees Mogg paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.#CUT#That has opened up Carter Mann's cut even more.
Rees Mogg throws the left hand but Mann avoids the punch easily.
Nice uppercut there from Rees Mogg.
Mann uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Rees Mogg.
Rees Mogg misses the jab.
Rees Mogg throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Mann.
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!
Nice sprawl there from Rees Mogg as Mann shoots in.
Good standup being displayed there by Rees Mogg as he connects with a hook.
Mann ducks under a wild hook from Rees Mogg.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jacob Rees Mogg dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Carter Mann's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Rees Mogg misses with a straight left.
Rees Mogg with a nice cross.
Mann blocks a jab.#TD2#
Mann drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Mann postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #SU2#
Mann gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Rees Mogg is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.#CL#
Rees Mogg rushes Mann and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Mann tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Rees Mogg just stands there and leans against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A short uppercut from Rees Mogg.
Rees Mogg is working Mann over against the cage.#BC#
Rees Mogg pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Mann has a takedown stuffed.#T1#
Mann moves in looking to clinch but Rees Mogg pushes him off.
Rees Mogg swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Carter Mann is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Rees Mogg with a jab.
Rees Mogg jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Rees Mogg scores with a one two! Mann had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes. #CUT#The cut above Carter Mann's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
A looping hook to the body misses from Rees Mogg. Mann does a little dance to reset his feet.
Rees Mogg bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Mann's head.#ROC#Mann is rocked!
Mann shoots in but Rees Mogg avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Mann is still on wobbly legs! Can Rees Mogg finish him?
Jacob Rees Mogg has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Carter Mann.#TD2#
Mann feints and as Rees Mogg raises his hands in defense, Mann changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Mann seems to have recovered his senses.
Mann wants to control from the top but Rees Mogg keeps moving. #T2#
Rees Mogg utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Rees Mogg has Mann pulled in close to control his posture.
Rees Mogg can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Mann controls the pace.
Mann wants to pass the guard but Rees Mogg is keeping the position.
Mann missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Mann trying to control but Rees Mogg is working from the bottom.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Rees Mogg pulls Mann in close to prevent any damage. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#T3#
A telegraphed right hand from Rees Mogg misses the target.
Mann doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.#TD2#
Mann bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Rees Mogg is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Mann's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Mann seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Rees Mogg does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Rees Mogg blocking the ground and pound attempt from Mann. #SU2#
Mann decides he's had enough of the ground and stands up.
Rees Mogg lands a jab.#CUT#Carter Mann's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.
Mann tries to score a power double leg takedown but Rees Mogg sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Mann somewhat.#T4#
Mann goes for a double leg but Rees Mogg avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Rees Mogg continues to drive forward.
Rees Mogg lands a glancing blow to the side of Mann's head.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:29 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Jacob Rees Mogg!
Jacob Rees Mogg looked relieved post fight as he said the following; 'Churchill would be delighted.'.
Carter Mann was interviewed post fight and said 'Wow, just...wow.'.

 

Event: TWGC 28 (205lbs, D3): St Petersburg Qualifier - Round 1     
Date:   Feb 05, 2020

Coming up we have a light heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Carter Mann (ranked 2933 p4p, 0 weight class) and Jordan Burroughs (ranked 6115 p4p, 0 weight class). Mann's ring entrance music is that housewives' favourite, "Fingerbang". Fingers crossed for an exciting fight - I'm sure both fighters are looking for a nice under the table bonus!




185 cm
36 yrs
190 lbs



175 cm
19 yrs
175 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 4 losses; Carter Mann! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Jordan Burroughs!
The judges for this bout are Ivan Kurochkin, Valeri Chadov and Sergei Dronov.


The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Mann misses with a takedown

and Burroughs holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.

Burroughs pulls Mann into guard.
Burroughs pulls Mann in close to prevent any damage.
Burroughs keeping moving, preventing Mann from controlling successfully.
Mann not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Mann trying to control but Burroughs is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mann looking to sit in guard and control but Burroughs gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Mann (0) vs (2) Burroughs
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Burroughs is fighting to break Mann's control of his arms but Mann is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Mann working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Burroughs doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Burroughs manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Burroughs stopping the sweep attempt from Mann.
Burroughs engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Burroughs is fighting to break Mann's control of his arms but Mann is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Mann is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Mann (2) vs (2) Burroughs
The fighters are battling for position here. Burroughs manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Mann wants to control from the top but Burroughs keeps moving.
Mann wants to pass the guard but Burroughs is keeping the position.
Mann trying to control but Burroughs is working from the bottom.
Mann controlling from the top position.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Burroughs keeping moving, preventing Mann from controlling successfully.
Mann preventing the sweep.
Mann is fighting to break Burroughs's control of his arms but Burroughs is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Mann wants to control from the top but Burroughs keeps moving.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Mann tries to free his leg and advance position but Burroughs is retaining full guard.
Burroughs being controlled here, momentarily.
Mann trying to control but Burroughs is working from the bottom.

That's five minutes gone in the round.
Mann stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Burroughs swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Mann trying to control the position from guard on top but Burroughs is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Mann has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Mann trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.

That's six minutes gone in the round.
Mann controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Mann trying to control but Burroughs is working from the bottom.
Mann pushing down on Burroughs's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Burroughs is trying to maintain the position but Mann is very close to passing his half guard.
Mann controlling the action here.

That's seven minutes gone in the round.

Mann looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Mann is trying to control the action in half guard but Burroughs is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Mann tries to pass the half guard into mount. Burroughs knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.

That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Mann trying to control from half guard but Burroughs is working away.
Burroughs wants to sweep but Mann has passed to side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Mann (5) vs (2) Burroughs

Mann looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Mann is looking to take a break and control but Burroughs is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.

That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Mann controls the position from side control.
Burroughs can't do much from the bottom here.

Mann is trying to get an arm triangle but Burroughs is defending well.
Mann wants to lay and pray for a moment but Burroughs keeps working.

That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Burroughs struggling a bit here.
Mann looking to control but instead Burroughs has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.
Burroughs is refusing to be controlled, as Mann sits in half guard.
Burroughs desperately trying to maintain half guard.

That's eleven minutes gone in the round.

Mann is working for a submission of some sort.
Burroughs is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Mann trying to advance position but Burroughs counters by regaining guard.
Mann trying to control but Burroughs is working from the bottom.

That's twelve minutes gone in the round.

Mann is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Burroughs is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Burroughs has escaped and now he's on top!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Mann (5) vs (4) Burroughs
Burroughs content to stall in guard here.

That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Burroughs pushes down on Mann's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Mann wants to control the action here but instead Burroughs manages to pass to full mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Mann (5) vs (7) Burroughs
Mann regains half guard.
Mann trying to control but Burroughs postures up.

That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Mann is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Burroughs is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Burroughs prevents Mann from improving his position.

And that's the end of the fight!
Burroughs wins on points by 7 to 5.
In defeat, Carter Mann stepped up to the mic, saying 'Wow, just...wow.'.

 

Event: TWGC 27 (185lbs, D3): Montreal Qualifier - Round 1     
Date:   Dec 14, 2019

Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz (ranked 6494 p4p, 516 weight class) and Carter Mann (ranked 2645 p4p, 0 weight class). Mann is bouncing up and down as he enters the arena, backed by "Fingerbang". Carter Mann told me before the fight that he's been watching a lot of DVDs so let's see if that helps him in this one! I can't wait to find out!




154 cm
25 yrs
185 lbs



185 cm
35 yrs
190 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 3 losses; Carter Mann!
The judges for this bout are Robert Douchet, Alec Ball and Gregory Folan.


Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?

Leibniz closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Leibniz tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Mann smiles and moves away.

Leibniz clinches with his opponent.

Mann manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Leibniz is looking to advance position but Mann has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Leibniz (0) vs (4) Mann
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Mann avoids the attempt from Leibniz to control.

Mann has control of Leibniz's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Leibniz regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Leibniz tries to hold on but Mann pushes him away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.

Mann is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Leibniz is surviving well by controlling Mann's body position as best he can.
Leibniz is squirming around, avoiding Mann's attempts to control the action.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Leibniz tries to hold on but Mann postures up.
Leibniz is trying desperately to improve position.
Mann wants to take his opponent's back but Leibniz doesn't allow it.
Leibniz sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Mann frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Score +3 for passing guard: Leibniz (0) vs (7) Mann
Leibniz is squirming around, avoiding Mann's attempts to control the action.
Mann avoids the attempt from Leibniz to control.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

Mann wants to finish this one by submission but Leibniz is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Mann.

Leibniz defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Mann.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.

Mann goes for an armbar but Leibniz turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Leibniz.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Leibniz (2) vs (7) Mann
Mann looking for a sweep. Not yet Mann, not yet.
Leibniz stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Mann swivels though and keeps the full guard.

Leibniz drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Leibniz jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Mann is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Mann 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.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Mann keeping moving, preventing Leibniz from controlling successfully.
Mann keeping full guard, as Leibniz tries to pass.

Leibniz is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Mann is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Mann has escaped and now he's on top!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Leibniz (2) vs (9) Mann
Leibniz can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Mann controls the pace.
Mann looking to pass the guard.
Mann trying to control but Leibniz is working from the bottom.
Mann looking to pass the guard.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Mann engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Mann trying to control but Leibniz is working from the bottom.
Mann wants to pass the guard but Leibniz is keeping the position.

Mann avoids a guillotine attempt easily.

Leibniz escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Mann gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Leibniz might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Mann trying to control but Leibniz is working from the bottom.

That's five minutes gone in the round.
Mann trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.

Mann drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Mann jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Mann trying to control but Leibniz is working from the bottom.

Leibniz is looking for a triangle but Mann pushes his legs off easily.
Mann wants to control from the top but Leibniz keeps moving.

Leibniz has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Mann can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Mann trying to control but Leibniz is working from the bottom.

That's six minutes gone in the round.
Mann slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Score +3 for passing guard: Leibniz (2) vs (12) Mann
Leibniz tries to improve position but can't.
Mann is looking to take a break and control but Leibniz is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Leibniz is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Mann off and has taken his back!
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Leibniz (6) vs (12) Mann

Leibniz working for a choke but Mann is defending well.
Mann is keeping busy.
Mann has hold of Leibniz's arm. He needs to escape this position sooner or later but for now he's happy enough to control the position and prevent the submission attempts.

That's seven minutes gone in the round.

Leibniz looking for the choke from the back.

Leibniz tightening his grip on Mann, looking for the choke.
Mann tries to escape the position.

Leibniz is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Mann knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Mann for a finish.

Leibniz is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Mann is defending well though. Leibniz let's go of the attempt for now.

Leibniz looking for the choke but no joy.

That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Leibniz has the hooks in. Mann is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.

Mann 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 Leibniz gets his way!
Mann trying to control the hands but Leibniz breaks the grip.

Leibniz is working for the choke. He's slipped one arm under the chin. Mann has to defend the other arm for all he's worth... but Leibniz has managed to get that arm free too and he's tightening the choke! Mann taps out and looks absolutely disgusted with himself. Leibniz doesn't care though - he's delighted!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 9:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz!
The defeated Carter Mann had this to say: 'Wow, just...wow.'.

 

Event: KOTC 10 Kubilay VS Munday     
Date:   Aug 31, 2019
#R1#
Good standup being displayed there by Mann as he connects with a hook.
Mann thows a left - swing and a miss!
Mann misses with a hook.
Mann looks to score with a jab to the body but Nambu is just out of range.
Mann misses with a wild body shot.
A little feinted left hand from Nambu on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Nambu takes a swing at Mann's ribcage but misses.
Nambu showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Mann.
Mann lands an overhand right.
Mann dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Mann misses with a straight right.
Mann scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction. #CUT2#
It looks like Genri Nambu has been cut.
Nambu just misses with a punch to the body.
The fighters circling - Nambu throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nambu lands a really nice looking cross but Mann seems unphased.
Mann throws a hook but Nambu avoids it easily.
Nambu misses with a hook. Mann ducked under it nicely. #T1#
Nambu avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Carter Mann seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Mann takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Mann lands a right hook to the body.
Mann misses the shot to the body.
Mann throws a series of punches but Nambu avoids them all with ease.
A counter left hand to the body from Nambu misses its target.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Mann.
A big left from Nambu misses.
The fighters circle momentarily. Mann darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Mann throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Nambu on the side of the head.
A left lands for Mann.
Mann lands with a right hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Mann throws out a powerful jab.#ROC2#
Nambu is rocked!
Mann steps into range and unloads a brutal right left combo! Nambu is out on his feet! Mann sets himself and nearly takes Nambu's head off with a straight right, sending him crashing to the mat! Wow, that was nasty... but awesome! Wooo!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:54 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Carter Mann!
Carter Mann bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

 

Event: TWGC 25 (265lbs, D3): Finals - Round 1     
Date:   Aug 04, 2019

Coming up we have a heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Fletch Brandis (ranked 1472 p4p, 181 weight class) and Carter Mann (ranked 2642 p4p, 0 weight class). Brandis's ring entrance music is that housewives' favourite, Lynyrd Skynyrd : The Ballad of Curtis Loew. Mann has chosen "Fingerbang" as his entrance music. Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.




191 cm
30 yrs
235 lbs



185 cm
33 yrs
190 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 1 losses; Fletch Brandis! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 2 losses; Carter Mann!
The judges for this bout are Sam Margolis, Colin Fotheringham and William Gold.


The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.

Brandis has managed to clinch.
Mann goes for a takedown attempt but Brandis pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.

Mann has closed the distance and engaged Brandis in a clinch.
Brandis jumps guard but Mann turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Brandis is trying to pull guard but Mann turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Brandis prevents a takedown attempt there.

Mann lands a takedown into guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Brandis (0) vs (2) Mann
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mann trying to control the position from guard on top but Brandis is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Brandis has control of Mann's left arm, preventing Mann from doing any damage.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Mann trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.

Mann has gone for a leg lock! Brandis slips out almost immediately though and dives into Mann's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Brandis (2) vs (2) Mann
Brandis stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Mann swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Mann controlling the position.
Brandis pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Mann is keeping the position for now.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Mann has control of Brandis's left arm, preventing Brandis from doing any damage.

Brandis thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Brandis wants to control from the top but Mann keeps moving.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Brandis pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Mann is keeping the position for now.
Brandis sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Brandis trying to control but Mann is working from the bottom.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Mann controlling Brandis's posture.
Brandis sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Brandis tries to free his leg and advance position but Mann is retaining full guard.
Brandis controls the pace of the fight for a moment.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Mann looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Brandis wants to pass the guard but Mann is keeping the position.
Mann trying to control the position here.
Brandis trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.

That's five minutes gone in the round.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Mann keeping moving, preventing Brandis from controlling successfully.
Brandis looking to pass the guard.
Mann not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Brandis being controlled here momentarily.
Mann being controlled here, momentarily.

That's six minutes gone in the round.
Mann not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Brandis trying to control but Mann is working from the bottom.
Brandis passes Mann's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Mann trying to control here.
Mann gets back to full guard.
Brandis trying to control the position from guard on top but Mann is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.

That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Brandis slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Brandis trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.

That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Brandis passes Mann's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Mann trying to hold on to Brandis's head to control him but Brandis postures up.

Brandis is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Mann defends it well.

Brandis is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.

Brandis is looking for a kimura here.

That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Mann is looking to improve his position.
Mann trying to hold on to Brandis's head to control him but Brandis postures up.
Brandis is pressing down on Mann's thigh, looking to free his foot. Mann is holding on for now.

Brandis is trying to work for a kimura but Mann is defending well.

That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Mann is controlling Brandis's trapped leg to prevent Brandis from advancing to side control.
Brandis wants to take a breather but Mann is having none of it.
Mann wants to improve his position but Brandis is controlling well.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.

Brandis wants to work for an arm triangle but Mann is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Mann tries to get to full guard but Brandis has control of the leg.

Brandis is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Mann has managed to free his arm - good work.

That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Brandis is looking to take a break and control but Mann is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Mann wants to control but Brandis is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Mann gets back to full guard.
Brandis trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Brandis trying to control the position from guard on top but Mann is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.

That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Brandis pushes down on Mann's leg and manages to get into half guard.

Brandis looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Brandis works his foot free and advances to mount.
Score +3 for passing guard: Brandis (5) vs (2) Mann

That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.

Brandis looking for a guillotine from mount but Mann is having none of it.
Brandis wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Brandis looking to control but Mann is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.

That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Mann is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Brandis controlling his opponent.
Mann tries to lock up and control but Brandis gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Brandis tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Mann tries to hold on but Brandis postures up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Mann is looking to improve his position but Brandis isn't that keen on the idea.

And that's the end of the fight!
Brandis takes the fight on points by 5 to 2.
After winning the bout, Fletch Brandis thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
The defeated Carter Mann had this to say: 'Wow, just...wow.'.

 

Event: TWGC 25 (265lbs, D3): Las Vegas Qualifier - Round 2     
Date:   Jul 27, 2019

Coming up we have a heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Carter Mann (ranked 2634 p4p, 0 weight class) and Ben Roller (ranked 5142 p4p, 0 weight class). Mann comes to the cage accompanied by "Fingerbang". Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!




185 cm
33 yrs
190 lbs



183 cm
18 yrs
215 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 2 losses; Carter Mann! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Ben Roller!
The judges for this bout are Frank Dennis, Gwen Towbar and George Francis.


The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.

Mann has managed to clinch.
Mann wants to take the fight to the mat but Roller manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Roller drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Mann gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Roller drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.

Mann is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Roller can't fight it off and eventually Mann manages to take the fight to the floor. Roller looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Mann (2) vs (0) Roller
Mann is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Roller really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Mann. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mann passes Roller's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Mann wants to pass the guard but Roller is defending well.

Mann seems to be working for a kimura but Roller defends the submission attempt.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Roller is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Mann moves into full mount! Roller won't be happy about that!
Score +3 for passing guard: Mann (5) vs (0) Roller
Roller is trying to escape the mount.
Mann is looking to work his way around to Roller's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
Roller wants to control but Mann is having none of it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Roller is wriggling around trying to escape.
Mann can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Roller is looking to escape.
Roller tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Roller stops Mann from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Roller tries to hold on but Mann postures up.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Roller really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Mann forces the positional change into back control.
Score +3 for taking back: Mann (8) vs (0) Roller

Mann is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.

Mann is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Roller is defending well though. Mann let's go of the attempt for now.

The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Mann is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Roller defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.

Mann has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.

Mann is looking for the choke from the back position but Roller is controlling his hands well.

Mann is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
Roller trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Roller turns into Mann and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Mann (8) vs (2) Roller
Roller wants to pass the guard but Mann is keeping the position.
Mann looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.

Roller drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Mann manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Roller has Mann in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Mann (10) vs (2) Roller

Mann got a little sloppy there for a moment and Roller has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Mann has managed to get both his arms back between Roller's legs - danger averted.
Mann slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Score +3 for passing guard: Mann (13) vs (2) Roller

Mann wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Roller, who protects the arm well.
Mann is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.

That's four minutes gone in the round.

Mann is trying to get an arm triangle but Roller is defending well.
Roller tries to bench press Mann off him but Mann keeps the position.

Mann is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Roller knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Roller is looking for a sweep.

Mann tries for a kimura but Roller is defending well.
Roller tries to bench press Mann off him but Mann keeps the position.

Mann tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Mann has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!

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

That's five minutes gone in the round.
Roller is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Mann trying to control the position but Roller is working away.
Roller can't do much from the bottom here.

Mann is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Roller has escaped the position, nice work there.
Roller tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Mann wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.

Mann thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Roller can do anything to dispel that myth.
Mann wants to control but Roller is keeping him busy.

That's six minutes gone in the round.
Roller tries to improve position but can't.

Mann is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Roller is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Roller sneaks back into half guard.
Mann tries to pass the half guard into mount. Roller knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.

Mann seems to be working for a kimura but Roller defends the submission attempt.
Mann is trying to control. Roller wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.

Mann is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Roller is not content to let Mann control the position.

That's seven minutes gone in the round.

Mann is trying to work for a kimura but Roller is defending well.
Roller wants to improve his position but Mann is controlling well.
Mann is trying to control the action in half guard but Roller is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.

Mann seems to be looking for submissions.
Roller tries to get to full guard but Mann has control of the leg.

Roller looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Roller makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Roller.
Mann being controlled here momentarily.
Mann wants to control from the top but Roller keeps moving.

That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Roller has control of Mann's left arm, preventing Mann from doing any damage.
Mann trying to control the position from guard on top but Roller is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.

Roller throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Mann forces his way into half guard.

Mann seems to be working for a kimura but Roller defends the submission attempt.
Mann wants to control but Roller is keeping him busy.

Mann is working for a kimura but Roller is defending it quite comfortably.

That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Roller is looking for a sweep. Mann is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Mann passes to full mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Mann (16) vs (2) Roller

Mann is working for a guillotine from mount but Roller frees his head quite easily.

Mann looking for a guillotine from mount but Roller is having none of it.

Mann is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Roller is surviving well by controlling Mann's body position as best he can.
Mann is breathing heavily.
Roller is trying to escape the mount.

Mann looking for a guillotine from mount but Roller is having none of it.
Roller tries to reverse the position but Mann maintains control.
Roller is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.

That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Roller is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Mann is staying active.

Roller defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Mann.

Mann is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Roller has managed to escape the submission attempt.
Roller keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.

Mann is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Roller to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Roller shrugs it off.
Roller is looking to get to half guard.

Mann jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Roller manages to avoid the submission attempt.
Roller is looking to regain half guard here but Mann keeps moving and retains side control.

That's eleven minutes gone in the round.

Mann working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.

Mann is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Roller knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Mann working away.

Mann is trying to get an arm triangle but Roller is defending well.

Mann is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Roller knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Roller tries to buck Mann off but Mann is having none of it.
Mann working away.

That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Roller sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.

Mann looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.

Mann looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Roller wants to get back to full guard.

Mann looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Mann prevents Roller from improving his position.

That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Roller is not content to let Mann control the position.
Roller wants to control but Mann is keeping busy.
Mann is trying to control the action in half guard but Roller is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Roller trying to control from the bottom.
Roller is in trouble now - Mann has advanced to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Mann (19) vs (2) Roller
Roller tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Mann trying to control but Roller is having none of it.

That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Mann is looking to work his way around to Roller's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.

Mann working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Roller wants to control but Mann is having none of it.
Roller is desperately trying to improve his position but Mann has a good base and remains in mount.
Roller has given up his back here. Will Mann look for the submission or keep pounding away?
Score +3 for taking back: Mann (22) vs (2) Roller
Roller wants to escape the position.

Mann is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Roller defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.

Mann looking for the choke from the back.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Roller trying to control but not successfully.
Mann has the hooks in. Roller is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.

Roller defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Mann's arms.

And that's the end of the fight!
Mann takes the fight on points by 22 to 2.
Carter Mann was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.

 

Event: TWGC 25 (265lbs, D3): Las Vegas Qualifier - Round 1     
Date:   Jul 26, 2019

Coming up we have a heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Dez Havok (ranked 4847 p4p, 0 weight class) and Carter Mann (ranked 2619 p4p, 0 weight class). Mann has chosen "Fingerbang" as his entrance music, which hasn't gone down very well with the crowd. Both fighters really staring each other down here, as Carter Mann enters the cage!




183 cm
18 yrs
210 lbs



185 cm
33 yrs
190 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Dez Havok! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 2 losses; Carter Mann!
The judges for this bout are Frank Dennis, Tiny Johnson and Daniel Franklin.


Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Horrible takedown attempt by Havok or perhaps it was just good defense by Mann, which made it look bad.

Mann rushes Havok and presses him up against the cage.

Mann lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Havok (0) vs (2) Mann
Mann controlling the action here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.

Mann is looking for a kimura but Havok is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Mann to get the leverage.
Havok knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Mann on the ground.

Mann is trying for a kimura here. Havok looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Mann wins by kimura!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Carter Mann!
A very excited looking Carter Mann rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed.

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Jun 22, 2019
#R1#
Mann misses with the combination.
A nice side step and Sousa releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Mann tries to bum rush Sousa with a series of wild strikes but Sousa uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
The crowd cheers as Mann lands an impressive looking overhand right. Sousa doesn't seem phased though.
Mann lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Sousa backs up against the cage.
Sousa is looking to clinch but Mann is avoiding it.
Sousa takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #ROC#
Sousa is rocked!#CL2#
Sousa closes the distance and clinches.
Mann managing to block the knees to the body from Sousa.
Sousa tries to throw a body punch but Mann avoids it by throwing Sousa back against the cage.
Sousa pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.#BC#
Mann breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Mann swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Mann swinging wildly here. #T1#
Mann scores with a one two! Sousa had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Sousa attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Sousa takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Mann lands with a nice body punch.
Mann throws out a powerful jab.
Sousa is still on wobbly legs! Can Mann finish him?
Carter Mann is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#KD#
Mann drops Sousa with a left and a right! Oh, Sousa is hurt - Mann dives into side control looking to finish!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
The referee asks Mann politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Mann prefers to stall for the moment though.
Mann crunches a massive hammerfist down on Sousa - he's out! Mann Holds back on further strikes and jumps to his feet to celebrate with the crowd!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Carter Mann!
Carter Mann was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Jun 07, 2019
#R1#
Petri showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Mann.
Petri shoots and misses
and Mann counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Petri 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.
Mann looks to land a combination. Petri sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Mann connects with a good right hand that stumbles Petri. Petri circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Petri.
Carter Mann seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Some wild striking there from Mann.
Petri wants to clinch up but Mann keeps it at a distance.
Mann lands with a good body shot.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A slow jab from Mann misses its intended target.
Petri is looking for a counter combo.
Petri shoots in for a takedown but Mann shows good takedown defense.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Cahir Petri. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Petri walks into a jab.#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Mann enables Petri to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Mann manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.#T1#
Petri trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #ES2#
Mann manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.
Petri fails to pull guard.
Mann keeps control of Petri as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Petri tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Mann smiles and moves away.
Petri takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Petri walks into a left hand.
Petri misses with a takedown attempt - Mann sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Mann fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Petri on the side of the head.#T2##TD#
Petri throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Mann was covering up waiting for the punch and Petri finishes the takedown easily into guard. #ES2#
Mann has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Petri has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Mann blocks a body shot from Petri.
Petri is trying to pull guard but Mann turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Petri is trying to pull guard but Mann turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Mann prevents a takedown attempt there.
Petri has Mann pressed against the cage, preventing Mann from circling away and getting back to striking at range.#T3##BC#
Petri breaks the clinch.
Petri throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Mann lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Petri gets cracked there but stands up to it.
A head kick by Petri misses
and Mann connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Petri tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Mann looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Mann throws a right and a left that both miss.
Petri is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Mann.
Mann fails to land with a series of punches.
Petri uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Mann.
It looked like Petri was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Petri fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Petri shoots in but no luck this time.
Petri shoots in but no luck this time. #T4#
Mann misses with a wild body shot.
Mann misses with a few strikes there.
Petri throws the kick towards the body but Mann avoids it.
Mann scores with a nice head shot.
Mann slaps away a takedown attempt from Petri, before circling back to the center of the mat.
A little jabbing left from Mann on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Jab by Mann.
No joy there for Mann, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Petri tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Mann defends well and Petri ends up having to push Mann into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Mann throws a right and a left that both miss.
A shot to the liver by Mann. Beautiful body shot.
Mann has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Petri is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Mann throws a series of punches but Petri avoids them all with ease.
Petri fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Mann is out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Carter Mann dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Mann throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Petri tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Mann swivels and escapes.
Mann circles away from the clinch attempt.
Mann lands a nice shot that snaps Petri's head back.
Mann avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Mann stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Mann tries to bum rush Petri with a series of wild strikes but Petri uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Mann has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Horrible takedown attempt by Petri or perhaps it was just good defense by Mann, which made it look bad.
Mann is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Mann connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Petri's hands.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mann dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Mann getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Mann blocks a head kick by Petri.
Petri slips a jab from Mann.#T1#
Mann will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Petri avoids a punch combination nicely.
Mann bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Petri shoots and misses
and Mann counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Cahir Petri. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Petri shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Mann sprawls well. Mann wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Petri gets slowly back to his feet.
Mann looks to land a combination. Petri sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Mann wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.#CL#
Petri moves into the clinch.#T2#
Petri misses with a body punch.
Petri wants to get back to striking at distance but Mann won't allow it.
Mann tries to break the clinch but Petri is controlling the position.
Petri changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Mann fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Mann throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Petri closes the distance and clinches up with Mann, looking for a takedown. Petri pushes Mann against the cage but Mann circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Despite the aggression on Mann's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Cahir Petri is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Mann with a jab.
Mann displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Petri throws out the jab.
Petri shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Mann defends it nicely.
Petri wants to clinch up but Mann keeps it at a distance.#T3#
A jab from Mann does it's job there.
Carter Mann seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Mann lands a nice looking body shot. #KD2#
Mann drops Petri with a right and a left! Mann comes rushing in but Petri regains his composure and manages to keep Mann in guard. #ROC2#
Petri is rocked!#CUT2#
It looks like Cahir Petri has been cut.
Mann loads up on a big left hand. Petri felt that one! He's just covering up now, not defending himself intelligently - Mann looks towards the ref and unloads with 3 more big shots and the ref has no choice but to stop the fight! Petri can't hide his disappointment, as Mann celebrates the victory.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:33 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Carter Mann!
Carter Mann decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.

 

Event: Trash Fights 20(Qualifiers)     
Date:   Feb 25, 2019
#R1#
Pitakaka throws a head kick that misses.
Mann has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Pitakaka is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Mann moves out of range of the body kick from Pitakaka.
Elijah Pitakaka seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Pitakaka throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Mann lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Pitakaka misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Mann let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Pitakaka avoids a punch combination nicely.
Mann looks to land a combination but Pitakaka avoids it well.
A head kick misses from Pitakaka.
We've been told by Pitakaka's head coaches at Xtreme Foraging Sidelines that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Mann lands an overhand right.
Pitakaka circles away from the clinch attempt.
Mann checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Mann lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Pitakaka motions for Mann to come forward. Pitakaka throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Pitakaka lands with a slapping head kick.
Pitakaka lands a nice leg kick that just misses Mann's sensitive parts.
Pitakaka misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick. #CL2#
Mann gets in close and instigates a clinch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#BC2#
Mann pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Jab, jab by Mann - just one landing. #CUT2#
It looks like Elijah Pitakaka has been cut.
Pitakaka throws a head kick but Mann moves out of range.
Mann connects with a crisp jab. #T1#
Mann avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Mann rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Pitakaka moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Pitakaka throws a quick counter kick to the body but Mann avoids it.
Pitakaka takes one to the chin there.
Pitakaka scores with a kick to the midsection.
Pitakaka misses with a head kick.
Pitakaka closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Mann with a jab.
Pitakaka throws a head kick but Mann moves out of range.
Mann feints a jab promting Pitakaka to slip. Mann then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Pitakaka slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.#ROC2#
Pitakaka is rocked!
Pitakaka get stunned by a cross and takes another one on the button. Pitakaka stumbles backwards and tries to bounce back off the cage but Mann runs in and jumps on him with a leaping lead hook that puts him out! Wow, that was highlight reel stuff! Awesome finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Carter Mann!
Carter Mann tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool.

 

Event: Trash Fights 8 (205 structure)     
Date:   Jan 23, 2019
#R1#
A shot to the liver by Mann. Beautiful body shot.
Heikkinen dives in for a single leg takedown but Mann sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Heikkinen lands a nice looking body kick.
Heikkinen scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
A slow jab from Mann misses its intended target.
Mann lands a jab.
Mann misses with the combination.
Heikkinen takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Heikkinen ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#TD2#
Heikkinen drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Heikkinen sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Mann is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Mann is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at FIERCE - {{$750}} - 15 Elite Coaches, so we'll see if he gets out of it.#SUB2#
Heikkinen working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Heikkinen working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.#SUB2#
Heikkinen is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Mann is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #T1##SUB2#
Heikkinen goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Mann has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Heikkinen but great work by Mann.
Mann working the strikes but Heikkinen uses the opportunity to regain half guard.
Heikkinen works his way to full guard. Good work.
Heikkinen avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Mann trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Mann is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Mann throws a big right hand that misses. #SU#
Mann gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Mann lands with a hook. Heikkinen tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Heikkinen throws a leg kick which misses Mann's front leg but catches the back leg as Mann tries to avoid it. #TD2#
Heikkinen is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Mann's half guard.
Mann wants to get back to his feet.#T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB2#
Heikkinen is looking for a kimura here.
Mann wants to get back to his feet.
Heikkinen is nestled in close to Mann, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.#SUB2#
Heikkinen trying to work for an americana but Mann has managed to regain full guard.
Mann wants to stand but Heikkinen is controlling the position. #SU2#
Heikkinen stands up from Mann's guard - Heikkinen perhaps looking for a knockout. #T3#
Heikkinen fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Mann has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Mann throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Heikkinen.
A punch lands to the side of Heikkinen 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Carter Mann is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Mann lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Mann connects with a nice looking jab.
Mann fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Heikkinen tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Heikkinen bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.#TD2#
Heikkinen gets a double leg takedown into Mann's guard.#ES#
Mann scrambles and gets back to his feet.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Mann leaves Heikkinen with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Carter Mann has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Juho Heikkinen.#T4#
Mann looks to throw the jab but Heikkinen is out of range.
Heikkinen lands a head kick!
Heikkinen fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Mann has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Mann looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Heikkinen swings for the body but Mann moves out of range.
Mann throws a lazy right hand but Heikkinen sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Mann fails to land with a series of punches.
A swing and a miss from Mann.
Mann stalks Heikkinen and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Heikkinen's face. Heikkinen staggers backwards, shaken.
Mann misses with a few strikes there.
A combination from Mann does no damage.
Mann swings away with a body shot that misses
and Heikkinen counters with an inside leg kick.
Good standup being displayed there by Mann as he connects with a hook.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Heikkinen has a takedown stuffed.
Heikkinen scores with a nice body kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Carter Mann dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2##TD2#
Mann gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.#ES#
Mann manages to escape and get back to his feet.
A head kick from Heikkinen lands but Mann takes it in his stride. #CUT2#
It looks like Carter Mann has been cut.
Heikkinen lands a nice leg kick that just misses Mann's sensitive parts.
Heikkinen connects with a solid leg kick.
Heikkinen avoids the body shot from Mann.
Carter Mann is winning the standup battle so far.
Nice cross by Mann.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Mann enables Heikkinen to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Mann manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.#ES#
Mann uses the cage to get back to his feet.
Mann is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Heikkinen can do to turn this around?
Mann swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Heikkinen counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Mann throws a combination that misses
and Heikkinen counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters. #TD2#
Heikkinen drives through with a takedown into Mann's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.#ES#
Mann pushes Heikkinen off and gets back to his feet.
Mann lands with an overhand left.#T1#
Mann on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Heikkinen. Heikkinen obviously looking to wear him down.
Mann misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Heikkinen.
Heikkinen scoring well with a low kick there.
Heikkinen throws a quick inside leg kick.
A punch combination from Mann misses.
Heikkinen slips a straight right by Mann.
Heikkinen wants to counter with a clinch but Mann pushes him away.
Carter Mann is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Heikkinen is trying hard to land a takedown here. Mann sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Heikkinen tries to land a front kick but Mann steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.#TD2#
Heikkinen closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. #ES#
Mann has one foot on Heikkinen's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
Mann is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A big right from Mann misses.
Heikkinen only half commits to the counter leg kick.#TD2#
Heikkinen shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Heikkinen showed some decent athleticism there.
Mann wants to get back to his feet.#T2#
Heikkinen thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Mann's head.
Mann avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Heikkinen.
Mann regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Heikkinen. #SU2#
Heikkinen stands up from guard. Let's bang!
Heikkinen misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Heikkinen on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Heikkinen moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Mann swings widly with a right hand
and Heikkinen counters with a leg kick.
Mann throws a hook but Heikkinen blocks it.
Mann throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Heikkinen blocks a jab.
Heikkinen feints the counter takedown.
Heikkinen misses with a head kick. #T3#
Heikkinen looks for a takedown but Mann sprawls well.
Heikkinen closes the distance and clinches up with Mann, looking for a takedown. Heikkinen pushes Mann against the cage but Mann circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Carter Mann has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Juho Heikkinen.
Mann lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Heikkinen circles away quickly and effectively.
Mann throws a right hand that misses
and Heikkinen counters with a head kick. That will keep Mann thinking before he tries any more sloppy attacks!
Heikkinen with a poor takedown
and Mann counters with a left and a right that stings Heikkinen. #TD2#
Heikkinen closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Mann did well to prevent Heikkinen getting side control.
Heikkinen is breathing heavily.
Mann pushes Heikkinen off looking to stand but Heikkinen dives back in and keeps control.
Heikkinen throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Mann blocking the ground and pound attempt from Heikkinen. #SU2#
Heikkinen decides to stand up. #TD2#
Mann gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.#SUB2#
Heikkinen drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Mann dives on top into guard.#REVR##T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Mann working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Mann postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Heikkinen looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Heikkinen working a defensive guard here. #SU#
Mann gets to his feet - Heikkinen follows without any prompting.
Mann rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Heikkinen moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Heikkinen wants to land a leg kick but Mann is out of range.
Good leg kick by Heikkinen there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A looping hook to the body misses from Mann. Heikkinen does a little dance to reset his feet.
Mann scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Heikkinen goes for a double leg but Mann avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Mann continues to drive forward.
Heikkinen lands with a nice body kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Carter Mann dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Carter Mann's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Heikkinen scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Mann misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Heikkinen throws a nice outside leg kick.
Mann fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
A slapping leg kick lands for Heikkinen.
Mann looks to land a left hand but Heikkinen moved out of range nicely.
Heikkinen gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Mann throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Heikkinen.
Mann lands a jab to the head.
Heikkinen lands a nice leg kick that just misses Mann's sensitive parts. #CL#
Mann moves into the clinch.#TD2#
Mann is fighting off a takedown attempt but Heikkinen is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Mann to the mat. Mann regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Heikkinen slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.#SUB2#
Heikkinen is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Mann is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #T1##SUB2#
Heikkinen goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Mann has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Heikkinen but great work by Mann.
Mann lands a nice forearm strike.
Heikkinen regains half guard, as Mann was trying to land strikes.
Mann throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Heikkinen to regain full guard.
Mann has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Mann throws a strike but Heikkinen rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB##ES#
Mann wriggles free and stands up.
Heikkinen takes one to the side of the head.
Mann checks a leg kick. #TD2#
Heikkinen shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Heikkinen was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!#ES#
Mann throws Heikkinen to one side and escapes!#T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Heikkinen shoots in for a double leg but Mann sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Mann misses with an uppercut.
Mann scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Mann ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Heikkinen moves away.
Mann tries to bum rush Heikkinen with a series of wild strikes but Heikkinen uses good footwork to avoid the assault.#TD2#
Mann gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Heikkinen to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Heikkinen throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Mann works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Heikkinen takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#SU2#
Heikkinen stands up and waves to Mann to follow him.
Mann checks a low kick from Heikkinen.
Heikkinen uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Mann.#T3##TD2#
Heikkinen shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Heikkinen not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Mann pushes Heikkinen off looking to stand but Heikkinen dives back in and keeps control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Heikkinen is trying for a kimura here. Mann looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Heikkinen wins by kimura!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:47 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Juho Heikkinen!
During a confident post fight interview, Juho Heikkinen thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
Carter Mann spoke after the fight, saying 'Wow, just...wow.'.

 

Event: Trash Fights 3     
Date:   Jan 06, 2019
#R1#
Mann lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt! #CUT2#
It looks like Dave Schultz has been cut.
Mann misses with the combination.
As Mann looks to move away, Schultz throws a big counter combo but Mann just gets out of the way.
Schultz takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Mann listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Mann swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Mann misses with a few strikes there.
Mann misses with a double jab.
Mann misses with a wild combination.
Schultz dives in for a single leg takedown but Mann sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Schultz showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Mann. #T1#
Mann swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Mann scores with a jab to the body.
Mann misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Mann tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Schultz was well out of range. Poor timing from Mann.
Mann will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
A jab from Mann finds it's way through Schultz's defenses.
Mann misses with a jab, cross combination.
Schultz throws a big counter combination but Mann scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Schultz misses with a series of wild punches.
Mann throws a right and a left that both miss.
Schultz appears to be looking for a big counter.
Schultz swinging wildly here. #T2##KD#
Schultz lands a left and a right that send Mann crashing to the mat, dazed. Schultz thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!#ROC#
Mann is rocked!#CUT#
It looks like Carter Mann has been cut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Mann throws a combination that misses
and Schultz counters with a stiff jab, followed by a cross and an uppercut! That's too much punishment for Mann to take - he tumbles to the canvas, blood pouring from his nose, barely conscious. That's the end of the fight! Great knockout by Schultz!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Dave Schultz!
Carter Mann was interviewed post fight and said 'Wow, just...wow.'.

 

Event: TWGC 23 (185lbs, D3): London Qualifier - Round 1     
Date:   Dec 08, 2018

Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Carter Mann (ranked 6910 p4p, 0 weight class) and Serhey Rishkinov (ranked 5590 p4p, 486 weight class). Mann comes to the cage accompanied by "Fingerbang". Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!




185 cm
31 yrs
190 lbs



180 cm
18 yrs
174 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 1 losses; Carter Mann! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Serhey Rishkinov!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Bishop, James Atkins and Andrew Berry.


The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Mann slaps away a takedown attempt from Rishkinov, before circling back to the center of the mat.

Mann has managed to clinch.
Mann drops down looking for an ankle pick but Rishkinov pulls his leg out and moves away.
Serhey Rishkinov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.

Mann clinches up with Rishkinov and pushes him back against the cage.
Mann is looking to take this one to the mat.
Rishkinov is looking to take this one to the mat.
Rishkinov tries for a takedown but Mann manages to get underhooks.
Carter Mann has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Serhey Rishkinov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rishkinov is trying to pull guard but Mann has him pressed against the cage.
Mann drops down looking for an ankle pick but Rishkinov pulls his leg out and moves away.
Rishkinov fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Mann avoids it really well and circles away.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Mann gets a clinch.

Mann has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Rishkinov clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Mann (4) vs (0) Rishkinov

Mann tightening his grip on Rishkinov, looking for the choke.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Rishkinov is keeping busy.

Mann tightening his grip on Rishkinov, looking for the choke.
Rishkinov wants to escape the position.
Rishkinov rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Mann is keen to just control but Rishkinov is a slippery customer.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Rishkinov manages to get to full guard.

Rishkinov is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Mann is aware though and is defending well.

Rishkinov working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Mann doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Rishkinov is tightening it up a little... Mann has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Mann reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Mann taps out! Nice BJJ there by Rishkinov!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Serhey Rishkinov!
The defeated Carter Mann had this to say: 'Wow, just...wow.'.

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Nov 03, 2018
#R1#
Dennis misses with a hook
and Mann counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Dennis thinking. #CL2#
Dennis closes the distance and pushes Mann back into the cage.
Mann blocking some punches.
Dennis tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Mann smiles and moves away.
Mann keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Mann steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Dennis .
Mann thuds a left hand into Dennis 's body.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Mann.
Dennis tests Mann's chin there with a solid looking shot.#CUT2#
It looks like Carter Mann has been cut.#CL2#
Mann gets tackled into the cage by Dennis . Dennis maintains the clinch. #TD2#
Dennis gets a trip takedown into half guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Mann wants to get back to his feet.
Dennis looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Dennis content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Mann is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at FIERCE - {{$750}} - 15 Elite Coaches, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Dennis trying to control from half guard but Mann is working away. #T1#
Dennis throwing shots but Mann is blocking nicely.
Mann wants to get back to his feet. #SUB2#
Dennis is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Mann has managed to free his arm - good work.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Dennis in particular looking to stall.
Dennis wants to take a breather but Mann is having none of it. #SUB2#
Dennis is looking for a kimura but Mann is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Dennis to get the leverage.
Mann looks like he's trying to stand up.
Mann won't allow Dennis to pass to mount. #T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.#SUB2#
Dennis is working for a kimura but Mann is defending it quite comfortably.
Mann is trying to stand back up but Dennis is controlling him
Dennis keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Dennis looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Dennis uses his free foot to push down on Mann's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Mann. #SUB2#
Dennis wants to finish this one by submission but Mann is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Dennis . #T3#
Dennis looking to control but Mann is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #SUB2#
Dennis working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Mann wants to use the cage to get back to his feet here. #SUB2#
Dennis swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Mann is now in Dennis 's guard. A big mistake from Dennis there, giving up the dominant position! #SUB2#
Dennis is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T4#
Mann throws a big elbow that misses.
Mann knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Dennis on the ground.
Mann throwing strikes but missing.
Mann stopping the sweep attempt from Dennis .
Dennis manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Mann manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Dennis wants to pass the guard but Mann is keeping the position.
Dennis is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Mann is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Dennis tries to free his leg and advance position but Mann is retaining full guard.
Dennis showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Dennis slips nicely into half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Kareem Dennis dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Carter Mann's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Mann works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.#TD2#
Dennis shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Dennis stands and throws Mann's legs to the side, diving into side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dennis is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Mann will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Dennis tries to move to mount but Mann blocks the move with his legs.
Mann tries to escape but Dennis is in control.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Dennis working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dennis wants to control but Mann is keeping him busy.
Mann wants to get back to his feet but Dennis drags him back down.
Kareem Dennis has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB2#
Dennis is working to tighten his grip on Mann's neck. He's isolated an arm and is working for an arm triangle. Mann has recognised the danger and is trying to turn with the submission but Dennis is really squeezing tight and eventually Mann passes out! Dennis breaks the hold and jumps onto the cage to celebrate! Submission of the night, I'd say!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Kareem Dennis !
In his post fight interview, Kareem Dennis started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
In defeat, Carter Mann stepped up to the mic, saying 'Wow, just...wow.'.

 

Event: TWGC 22 (265lbs, D4): Finals - Round 1     
Date:   Aug 11, 2018

Coming up we have a heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Rohan Wright (ranked 22973 p4p, 0 weight class) and Carter Mann (ranked 4831 p4p, 0 weight class). Mann is bouncing up and down as he enters the arena, backed by "Fingerbang". Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!




199 cm
21 yrs
245 lbs



185 cm
29 yrs
190 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 0 losses; Rohan Wright! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 0 losses; Carter Mann!
The judges for this bout are Gregory Folan, Trevor Gratis and Yves DeLean.


The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.

Mann gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Wright has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Mann is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Mann is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Wright is defending well.

Wright has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Mann is trying to keep an underhook but Wright manages to get the takedown into half guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Wright (2) vs (0) Mann
Wright looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Mann moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Wright looking to pass the guard.
Wright has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mann pulls Wright in close to prevent any damage.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Mann manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Wright manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Wright (2) vs (2) Mann
Mann wants to control from the top but Wright keeps moving.
Mann tries to free his leg and advance position but Wright is retaining full guard.
Mann won't allow Wright to sweep him here.
Mann wants to control from the top but Wright keeps moving.
Wright is adopting a defensive guard.
Mann pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Wright is keeping the position for now.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Mann is still trying to improve position.
Mann trying to control but Wright is working from the bottom.
Mann passes into half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Mann passes to full mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Wright (2) vs (5) Mann
Wright on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Wright tries to get out of the position.

Wright defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Mann.
Wright wants to control but Mann is having none of it.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Mann seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Wright is holding on tight.

Mann looking to secure an arm triangle but Wright defends it well.

Mann has control of Wright's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Wright regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Mann wants to control the pace but Wright is squirming around nicely.
Mann fails to advance to Wright's back.
Wright is squirming around, avoiding Mann's attempts to control the action.

Mann looking to secure an arm triangle but Wright defends it well.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Mann is looking to work his way around to Wright's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.

Mann goes for an armbar but Wright turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Wright.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Wright (4) vs (5) Mann
Wright content to stall in guard here.

That's five minutes gone in the round.
Mann looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Mann trying to keep a closed guard but Wright is proving a slippery customer.
Wright engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Wright pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Mann is keeping the position for now.

That's six minutes gone in the round.
Mann controlling the position.
Wright controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
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.

That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Mann manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Wright manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Wright (4) vs (7) Mann
Mann passes Wright's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Mann is looking to take a break and control but Wright is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Wright works his way to full guard. Good work.

That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Mann trying to control the position from guard on top but Wright is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.

Mann is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.

Mann drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Wright dives on top into guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Wright (6) vs (7) Mann
Mann controls Wright momentarily but Wright frees himself.
Mann pulls Wright in to control the position.

That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Mann's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Mann 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.
Wright controls from within his opponent's guard.
Wright postures up.

That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Mann is looking to sweep but instead, Wright has passed into half guard.
Mann wants to control but Wright is keeping busy.
Wright works his foot free and advances to mount.
Score +3 for passing guard: Wright (9) vs (7) Mann
Wright controlling his opponent.

That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Mann tries to improve his position but instead Wright has taken his back!
Score +3 for taking back: Wright (12) vs (7) Mann
Wright slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
Wright will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Mann tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Wright controlling from mount.
Mann is wriggling around trying to escape.

That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Wright with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
Mann bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Wright (12) vs (9) Mann
Wright keeping moving, preventing Mann from controlling successfully.
Mann is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.

That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Wright pulls Mann in close to prevent any damage.
Wright keeping moving, preventing Mann from controlling successfully.
Mann tries to free his leg and advance position but Wright is retaining full guard.

Mann drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Wright dives on top into guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Wright (14) vs (9) Mann
Wright controls from within his opponent's guard.

That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Mann is trying to control the position but Wright postures up.
Wright won't allow Mann to sweep him here.
Mann wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Mann wants to sweep here but Wright controlling him for the moment.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Mann is pulling down on Wright's head. It's preventing any offense from Wright, at least for the moment.

And that's the end of the fight!
Wright takes the fight on points by 14 to 9.
Carter Mann spoke after the fight, saying 'Wow, just...wow.'.

 

Event: TWGC 22 (265lbs, D4): Amsterdam Qualifier - Round 2     
Date:   Aug 03, 2018

Coming up we have a heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Carter Mann (ranked 4726 p4p, 0 weight class) and Crazy Lobo (ranked 8322 p4p, 0 weight class). Mann comes to the cage accompanied by "Fingerbang". Both fighters will be looking to make this an exciting fight for the fans, I'm sure!




185 cm
29 yrs
190 lbs



197 cm
26 yrs
250 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Carter Mann! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Crazy Lobo!
The judges for this bout are Albert Achterberg, Saam Ante and Paulsen Ambrosius.


Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Lobo closes the distance looking to clinch

and Mann counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Mann.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Mann (2) vs (0) Lobo

Lobo escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Mann gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Mann engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Mann trying to control the position from guard on top but Lobo is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lobo controls Mann momentarily but Mann frees himself.
Mann trying to control the position from guard on top but Lobo is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.

Lobo working for a triangle but Mann defends it easily.

Lobo looking for a guillotine here but Mann defends easily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Mann looking to pass the guard.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Lobo escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Mann gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Mann tries to free his leg and advance position but Lobo is retaining full guard.
Mann is working hard here to advance position.

Mann thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Mann slips nicely into half guard.
Lobo is trying to maintain the position but Mann is very close to passing his half guard.

Mann is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.

Mann is working for a submission of some sort.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

Mann is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.

Mann is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Lobo has managed to free his arm - good work.

Mann wants to work for an arm triangle but Lobo is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Lobo is looking for a sweep. Mann is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Mann content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.

Mann looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Lobo trying to control from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Mann is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Lobo is looking to improve his position.

Mann is trying for a kimura here. Lobo looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Mann wins by kimura!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Carter Mann!
In his post fight interview, Carter Mann started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

 

Event: TWGC 22 (265lbs, D4): Amsterdam Qualifier - Round 1     
Date:   Aug 02, 2018

Coming up we have a heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Carter Mann (ranked 4713 p4p, 0 weight class) and Sam Rinaldi (ranked 3651 p4p, 366 weight class). Mann's ring entrance music is that housewives' favourite, "Fingerbang". Carter Mann has the edge in experience - let's see if he can make that count tonight.




185 cm
29 yrs
190 lbs



187 cm
25 yrs
195 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Carter Mann! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Sam Rinaldi!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Blasius, Nard Betker and Radbod Blank.


The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.

A momentary lapse in concentration from Mann enables Rinaldi to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Mann manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Mann (0) vs (2) Rinaldi
Rinaldi wants to control from the top but Mann keeps moving.
Mann working a defensive guard here.
Mann is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Mann manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Rinaldi manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Mann (2) vs (2) Rinaldi
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rinaldi 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.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Rinaldi bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Mann's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Mann (2) vs (4) Rinaldi
Rinaldi slips nicely into half guard.
Rinaldi is looking to advance position but Mann won't allow it.
Mann is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Rinaldi wants to pass to mount but Mann is defending the position.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Rinaldi prevents Mann from improving his position.
Mann makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Mann.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Rinaldi is looking to advance position but Mann has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Mann (6) vs (4) Rinaldi
Rinaldi is squirming around, avoiding Mann's attempts to control the action.
Rinaldi felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Rinaldi can do anything to dispel that myth.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Rinaldi manages to regain half guard. Good work.

Mann is looking for a kimura but Rinaldi is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Mann to get the leverage.
Mann looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.

Mann is looking for a kimura but Rinaldi is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Mann to get the leverage.
Mann prevents Rinaldi from improving his position.

Mann seems to be looking for submissions.
Rinaldi wants to improve his position but Mann is controlling well.
Mann tries to pass to full mount but Rinaldi defends it.
Rinaldi wants to improve his position but Mann is controlling well.

That's four minutes gone in the round.

Mann seems to be working for a kimura but Rinaldi defends the submission attempt.
Mann not doing much here.
We've been hearing good reports from Mann'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.
Mann is trying to control the action in half guard but Rinaldi is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Rinaldi gets back to full guard.
Mann advances position into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Mann (9) vs (4) Rinaldi
Mann wants to lay and pray for a moment but Rinaldi keeps working.
Mann staying calm.

Mann swings around for an armbar but Rinaldi sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Mann's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Mann (9) vs (6) Rinaldi
Rinaldi must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.

That's five minutes gone in the round.
Rinaldi passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Score +3 for passing guard: Mann (9) vs (9) Rinaldi
Mann is letting Rinaldi control him for a moment.
Mann is trying to get back to half guard.
Rinaldi tries to advance to mount but can't.
Mann is looking for a sweep.

That's six minutes gone in the round.
Mann prevents Rinaldi from improving position.
Rinaldi wants to lay and pray for a moment but Mann keeps working.
Mann manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Mann (11) vs (9) Rinaldi
Rinaldi wants to improve his position but Mann is controlling well.
Mann is keen to just control but Rinaldi is a slippery customer.
Rinaldi is trying to get back to full guard.

That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Rinaldi is still trying to improve position.
Rinaldi is pressing down on Mann's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Rinaldi really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Mann. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.

Mann avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Mann trying to control the position from guard on top but Rinaldi is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Mann stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Rinaldi swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Rinaldi 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.
Mann trying to control the position from guard on top but Rinaldi is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Mann slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.

That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Mann wants to control from the top but Rinaldi keeps moving.
Mann looking to pass the guard.
Rinaldi 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.
Mann trying to control but Rinaldi is working from the bottom.
Mann passes Rinaldi's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Mann wants to pass the guard but Rinaldi is defending well.
Mann is trying to control. Rinaldi wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Mann works his way into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Mann (14) vs (9) Rinaldi

Mann working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.

That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Rinaldi has one of Mann's arms on lockdown, trying to prevent him from doing any damage.
Rinaldi tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Mann wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.

Mann tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Mann has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Rinaldi is trying to improve his position.
Rinaldi manages to get back to half guard.
Rinaldi tries to roll over but Mann keeps him under control.
Mann works his way into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Mann (17) vs (9) Rinaldi

That's ten minutes gone in the round.

Mann is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Rinaldi knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.

Mann tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.

Mann is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Rinaldi knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.

Mann thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Rinaldi is trying to control Mann's posture but Mann avoids it.

That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Rinaldi is looking for a sweep.
Mann trying to control the position but Rinaldi is working away.

Mann tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.

Mann tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.

Mann thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.

Mann is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Rinaldi is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Mann trying to control the action but Rinaldi is working from the bottom.

That's twelve minutes gone in the round.

Mann wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Rinaldi, who protects the arm well.
Rinaldi is positioning himself to get back to half guard.

Mann goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Rinaldi rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Mann's guard! Nice work there by Rinaldi!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Mann (17) vs (11) Rinaldi
Rinaldi won't allow Mann to sweep him here.
Rinaldi trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Mann manages to land a sweep and now he's on top!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Mann (19) vs (11) Rinaldi

That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.

Mann drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Mann jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Rinaldi looking for a sweep. Not yet Rinaldi, not yet.
Mann trying to control the position from guard on top but Rinaldi is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Mann preventing the sweep.
Mann trying to control the position from guard on top but Rinaldi is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Rinaldi trying to control the position.
Rinaldi can't keep his opponent in guard - Mann advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.

Mann seems to be working for a kimura but Rinaldi defends the submission attempt.
Rinaldi is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.

That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Mann passes the guard and advances to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Mann (22) vs (11) Rinaldi

Mann swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Rinaldi is now in Mann's guard. A big mistake from Mann there, giving up the dominant position!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Mann (22) vs (13) Rinaldi
Mann trying to control the position here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Mann looking for a sweep. Not yet Mann, not yet.

And that's the end of the fight!
Mann takes the fight on points by 22 to 13.
After the fight, Carter Mann 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: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Jun 28, 2018
#R1#
Mann scores with a sloppy right hand. Lundgren should have avoided that one.
Lundgren changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Lundgren will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Mann looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
A decent looking cross lands there for Mann.
Mann fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Mann connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Mann thuds his right hand into Lundgren's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Mann fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Lundgren has a takedown stuffed.
Lundgren tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Mann swivels and escapes.
Carter Mann has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sven Lundgren.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Mann lands with a hook. Lundgren tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Lundgren has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Mann rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Lundgren moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Lundgren steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Mann throws a shot to the body.
Carter Mann seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lundgren has a takedown stuffed.
Mann throwing a counter right hand but Lundgren manages to avoid it.#T1#
Mann misses the shot to the body.
Mann tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lundgren was well out of range. Poor timing from Mann.
Mann stuffs the takedown.
Mann fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Mann catches Lundgren with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Mann looks to land a right hand but Lundgren moved out of range.
Lundgren takes one on the chin but keeps coming. #TD2#
Lundgren shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.#ES#
Mann has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Lundgren is on him like a limpet, forcing Mann back against the cage.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lundgren tries to pull guard but Mann won't allow it. #T2#
Lundgren changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Mann fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Mann misses with a double jab.
Lundgren fails with the takedown.
Mann connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Lundgren's hands.#TD2#
Lundgren dives in and scores a takedown into Mann's guard.#SUB2#
Lundgren drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Mann dives on top into guard.#REVR#
Mann working some strikes from top position.#SU#
Mann stands up from guard. Let's bang!
Mann goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Lundgren shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Mann throws a series of strikes that have Lundgren backpedaling. #TD2#
Lundgren closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. #T3#
Mann is trying to stand up here but Lundgren is controlling him well. #SUB2#
Lundgren wants to work for an arm triangle but Mann is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Mann looks like he's trying to stand up.
Lundgren wants to take a breather but Mann is having none of it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lundgren thows a huge punch but Mann dodges it nicely. #SUB2#
Lundgren is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Lundgren throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. #SUB2#
Lundgren is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Mann sees it coming and defends easily.
Lundgren wants to free his trapped foot but Mann is holding on for dear life with his legs.
We've been hearing good reports from Mann'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.
Lundgren thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Lundgren prevents Mann from standing back up. #SUB2#
Lundgren is working for a submission of some sort.
Mann is refusing to be controlled, as Lundgren sits in half guard. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Carter Mann dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Mann lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Lundgren backs up against the cage.
Lundgren shoots in looking for a takedown but Mann manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Lundgren's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Mann defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Lundgren.
Mann swinging wildly here.
Nice defenses there by Lundgren.
Mann throws the left hand but Lundgren avoids the punch easily.
Mann throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Mann misses with a straight right.
Carter Mann 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.
Mann misses with a body shot.
Lundgren tries to clinch there but Mann circles away. #TD2#
Mann gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Lundgren accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #T1#
Mann wants to stand up but Lundgren is controlling him.
Lundgren wants to control from the top but Mann keeps moving.
Lundgren wants to pass the guard but Mann is keeping the position.
Lundgren wants to control from the top but Mann keeps moving. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Lundgren shoots for a takedown but Mann saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Carter Mann has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sven Lundgren.
Lundgren closes the distance and clinches up with Mann, looking for a takedown. Lundgren pushes Mann against the cage but Mann circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Carter Mann is winning the standup battle so far.
Mann 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.
Lundgren fails with an attempt to clinch.
Mann shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Lundgren eats them both and turns towards Mann to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Lundgren is looking to clinch but Mann is avoiding it.
Mann leaves Lundgren with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Lundgren takes one to the chin there.
Mann throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Lundgren.
Mann lands a two punch combo. #T3#
A big right from Mann misses.
Lundgren slips a jab and a cross from Mann.
Mann throws an off balance right hand
and Lundgren counters with a nice uppercut.
Nice takedown defense from Mann. No joy for Lundgren on that attempt.
Carter Mann is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Mann walks into a stiff left hand from Lundgren.#CUT2#
It looks like Carter Mann has been cut.
Mann dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Mann throws a series of punches but Lundgren moves out of range.
Mann lands a jab to the head.
A looping hook to the body misses from Mann. Lundgren does a little dance to reset his feet.
Mann scores with a one two! Lundgren had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Mann throws a nice looking combination but Lundgren bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.#TD2#
Lundgren shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Mann manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lundgren wants to pass the guard but Mann is keeping the position.#T4#
Lundgren trying to control the position from guard on top but Mann is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lundgren is stalling in the full guard.
Mann keeping full guard, as Lundgren tries to pass.
Lundgren trying to control the position from guard on top but Mann is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Mann working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Lundgren.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Carter Mann dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Carter Mann's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Lundgren slips under a jab from Mann.
Mann throws a series of punches but Lundgren moves out of range.
Mann swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches. #CL#
Mann gets a clinch.
Lundgren is working for takedown but Mann is calmly controlling the position for now.
Mann is defending well against a takedown attempt.#BC#
Mann breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Mann throws a body shot but no joy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lundgren uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Mann.
Lundgren is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Lundgren looks for a takedown but Mann sprawls well.
Carter Mann has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sven Lundgren.#T1#
Lundgren avoids a punch combination nicely. #TD2#
Lundgren looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Mann!
Mann wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
Lundgren working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter. #SU2#
Lundgren stands up and beckons Mann to his feet.
Lundgren fails with an attempt to clinch.
Mann tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lundgren was well out of range. Poor timing from Mann.
Mann misses with a jab, cross combination. #T2#
Lundgren tries to close the distance and clinch but Mann swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Mann swats away the attempt to clinch by Lundgren.#TD2#
Lundgren dives in and scores a takedown into Mann's guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Mann wants to stand but Lundgren is controlling the position. #SU2#
Lundgren gets to his feet - Mann follows without any prompting. #TD2#
Lundgren 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.
Lundgren trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Lundgren trying to control but Mann is working from the bottom.
Lundgren looking to sit in guard and control but Mann gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR##T3##SUB2#
Lundgren has his foot on Mann's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Mann works his way back into a safe position though.
Mann works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Mann lands strikes from half guard.#SU#
Mann decides to stand up.
Lundgren takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Mann throws a right and a left that Lundgren avoids nicely.
Mann lands a jab-cross combination.
Lundgren shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Mann as he jumps to the side.
Lundgren shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Mann defends it nicely.
Carter Mann is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T4#
Lundgren slips a jab and a cross from Mann.
Lundgren fails in his attempt to clinch.
Lundgren wants to clinch up but Mann keeps it at a distance.
Good standup being displayed there by Mann as he connects with a hook.
Nice takedown defense from Mann. No joy for Lundgren on that attempt.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Mann lands a glancing blow to the side of Lundgren's head.
Lundgren fails with the takedown.#CL#
Mann closes the distance and clinches.
Lundgren tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Mann just stands there and leans against the cage.
Sven Lundgren has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Lundgren doesn't land with the attempted body shot.

And that's the end of the fight!
Carter Mann showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Mann, 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 Donald Grub scores the fight 30:27
Judge William Gold scores the fight 30:27
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Carter Mann!

Carter Mann bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

 

Event: TRFC106     
Date:   Jan 14, 2018
#R1#
Ruiz misses with a hook. Mann ducked under it nicely.
A combination from Mann does no damage.
Mann throws a body shot but no joy.
Ruiz tries to counter with a clinch but Mann shakes him off and moves away.
Mann cracks Ruiz with a good jab.#CL#
Mann gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Ruiz lands a hook that snaps the head of Mann backwards.
A short uppercut from Ruiz.
Ruiz gets through Mann's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Ruiz swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Ruiz misses with a body punch.
Ruiz working some nice short punches in the clinch.#CUT2#
It looks like Carter Mann has been cut.
Mann blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Ruiz throws a head punch that misses.
Nice body punch from Ruiz - that landed with a thud.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ruiz throws a punch but it's blocked by Mann. #T1#
Ruiz goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Ruiz lands a right hand.
Mann wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Ruiz has him pressed against the cage.
Mann blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Ruiz lands a nice uppercut.
Ruiz swings wildly with an uppercut but Mann uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ruiz misses with some punches.
Ruiz throws a punch but it's blocked by Mann.
Ruiz gets through Mann's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
I was talking to Mann's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Ruiz struggles to land a body shot inside as Mann controls his hands.
Ruiz lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Mann is trying to break the clinch but Ruiz has him pressed against the cage.
Ruiz scores with a shoulder strike.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Mann. #T2#
Ruiz swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Ruiz lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Ruiz misses with a short punch on the inside.
Ruiz tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
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!
Mann blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Ruiz gets through Mann's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
A short right from Ruiz.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Ruiz creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Ruiz can't find room to land a body shot as Mann controls the action.
Ruiz misses with a body punch.
Ruiz fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Ruiz tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Ruiz misses with the head strike.
Mann wants to get back to striking at distance but Ruiz won't allow it.
Ruiz has Mann pressed against the cage, preventing Mann from circling away and getting back to striking at range.#T3#
Mann working hard to break the clinch.
Mann is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Ruiz goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Ruiz can't find room to land a body shot as Mann controls the action.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Ruiz.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ruiz.
A frustrated look appears on Mann's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Ruiz scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Ruiz misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A head punch on the inside from Ruiz fails to land.
Ruiz is working Mann over against the cage.
Ruiz lands a body shot.
Ruiz pushes Mann back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Mann is breathing heavily.
Mann wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch. #T4#
Mann blocks an uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Ruiz fails to land.
Ruiz misses with a short punch on the inside.
Ruiz lands a left hand.
A short right from Ruiz on the inside.
Ruiz tries a body shot but Mann blocks it.
Ruiz goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Ruiz misses with the head strike.
Ruiz keeps control of Mann as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Ruiz throws a punch but it's blocked by Mann.
Mann blocking some punches.
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!
Mann blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Still in the clinch, Ruiz scores with a nice short uppercut.
A short left from Ruiz.
Ruiz has a couple of punches blocked by Mann.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Godofredo Ruiz dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Carter Mann's cut.
That's time! Mann's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Ruiz uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Mann.
Mann misses with a double jab
enabling Ruiz to counter with a crisp jab.
Ruiz has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Mann throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Mann throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Ruiz tries to counter with a clinch but Mann shakes him off and moves away.
Mann with a body punch. A glancing blow.
A looping hook to the body misses from Mann. Ruiz does a little dance to reset his feet.
Mann misses with a series of wild punches.
Ruiz is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mann with a nice cross.
Mann throws a lazy right hand but Ruiz sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Mann throws a right hand that misses #CL2#
and Ruiz counters by clinching up. #T1#
Ruiz struggles to land a body shot inside as Mann controls his hands.
Mann blocks an uppercut.
Ruiz's coach down at FIERCE was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Ruiz's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Ruiz digs a right hand into Mann's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Mann's gas tank.
Ruiz throws a head punch that misses.
Mann blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Ruiz misses with a punch to the body.
Ruiz lands with a right to the head.
Mann is trying to break free.
Mann blocking some punches.
Ruiz doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Ruiz misses with some punches.
Ruiz keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Mann's efforts to push away.
Ruiz has a couple of punches blocked by Mann.
Mann blocks an uppercut. #T2#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ruiz.
Ruiz prevents Mann from breaking the clinch.
Ruiz misses with a body punch.
Ruiz misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A hook to the body from Ruiz.
Ruiz throws a punch but it's blocked by Mann.
Ruiz has a couple of punches blocked by Mann.
Mann blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Ruiz lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Ruiz lands a shot to the body.
Ruiz tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Ruiz lands an uppercut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Mann tries to circle away but Ruiz has him pinned against the cage.
Ruiz lands with a light punch inside. #T3#
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Ruiz.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
A head punch on the inside from Ruiz fails to land.
Mann can't break the clinch.
Ruiz lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Mann.
Ruiz lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Ruiz has a couple of punches blocked by Mann.
Ruiz lands with a short shot to the head.
Ruiz lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Ruiz stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Ruiz swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Ruiz scores with a nice hook to the head.
Mann's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A right hand to the body from Ruiz.
Ruiz tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Mann's elbow. #T4#
Ruiz misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Ruiz has a couple of punches blocked by Mann.
Ruiz misses with a punch on the inside.
Ruiz misses with the head strike.
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!
Ruiz throws a head punch that misses.
Still in the clinch, Ruiz scores with a nice short uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Ruiz fails to land.
Ruiz lands a right hand.
Ruiz lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Ruiz pushes Mann back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Ruiz misses with a hook from the clinch.
Ruiz misses with some punches.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ruiz.
Ruiz tries a body shot but Mann blocks it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Godofredo Ruiz showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Carter Mann's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
A right-left combo lands from Mann.
Mann takes a swing at Ruiz's ribcage but misses.
Mann misses with a wild combination.
Ruiz scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Ruiz looks to land a left hand but Mann moved out of range nicely.
Mann lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Ruiz dips to his left and cracks Mann with an uppercut!
Mann misses with a jab, cross combination.
Ruiz staying out of range there.
Sloppy strikes from Mann. Those never looked like landing.
Ruiz tries to counter by closing the distance.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ruiz staying out of range there.
Mann sets himself, and Ruiz steps forward looking for the clinch! Mann avoids it this time.#T1#
Mann throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Mann listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Mann misses the body punch
and Ruiz counters with a nice uppercut.
Ruiz lands a nice shot to the body.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Ruiz throws an overhand right that lands on Mann's shoulder, as Mann tries to avoid the shot.
Mann misses with the combination.
Ruiz works Mann's body with a nice hook.
A swing and a miss from Ruiz.
No joy there for Mann, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Ruiz steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Mann.
Ruiz throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Mann stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.#T2#
Mann throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Ruiz sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Ruiz is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Mann on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Mann throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Ruiz counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CUT2#
Carter Mann's cut is getting worse.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Mann throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Ruiz stuns Mann with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Donk. Ruiz catches Mann right on the button with a cross.
Ruiz fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Ruiz throws a body punch but Mann moves out of range.
Mann defending well as Ruiz loads up on a big left hand.
Mann takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Mann misses with a looping right.
Ruiz tries to counter by closing the distance.
A decent looking cross lands there for Ruiz.
Godofredo Ruiz is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#ROC2#
Mann is rocked!#T3#
Ruiz misses with a double jab.
Oh Mann is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Mann swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
letting Ruiz counter with a right hand.
Ruiz scores with a punch to the head.
Mann throws a right and a left that both miss.
Ruiz tries to counter with a clinch but Mann shakes him off and moves away.
Ruiz slips a jab from Mann.
Mann seems to have got his legs back now.
Ruiz misses with a body shot.
Mann appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Mann misses with a jab, cross combination.
Ruiz ducks under a wild hook from Mann.
Ruiz connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Ruiz uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Mann.#T4#
Ruiz throws out a powerful jab.
Ruiz misses with a body shot.
Mann misses with a looping right.
Ruiz showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Mann.
Jab by Mann.
Carter Mann has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ruiz lands a jab to Mann's midsection.
Mann's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Ruiz connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Mann scrambles back to his feet.
Carter Mann is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Mann fails to land with a series of punches.
Ruiz slips a jab and a cross from Mann.
Ruiz connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.

And that's the end of the fight!
Godofredo Ruiz comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Ruiz 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 Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight for Godofredo Ruiz!
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight for Godofredo Ruiz!
Judge Hirohito Nitta scores the fight for Godofredo Ruiz!

Godofredo Ruiz wins by unanimous decision!

Godofredo Ruiz seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
Carter Mann was interviewed post fight and said 'Wow, just...wow.'.

 

Event: TRFC fn1     
Date:   Dec 06, 2017
#R1#
A big right from Mann misses.
Mann slips a jab and a cross from Jackson.
Despite the aggression on Mann's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
We've been told by Jackson's head coaches at Roosters Coop that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Mann looks to land a combination but Jackson avoids it well.
Jackson misses with a body shot.
Jackson throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Mann takes a swing at Jackson's ribcage but misses.
Jackson is looking to counter punch.
Mann swinging wildly here.
Jackson bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Jackson takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Mann dodges the punch combination from Jackson.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mann waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Jackson.
Jackson dodges the punch combination from Mann.
Mann throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
A little feinted left hand from Jackson on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Mann will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air. #T1#
Mann rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Jackson moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Mann throws a left and a right that both miss
and Jackson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Mann throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Jackson.
Mann swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Mann dodges the punch combination from Jackson.
Mann unleashes a big counter combination but Jackson bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Mann dodges the punch combination from Jackson.
Mann misses with the combination.
Jackson throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Jackson dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Jackson rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Mann moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Jackson closes the distance and lands a one-two.
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!
Jackson scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.#T2#
Mann moves away from the strike by Jackson.
Jackson throws a right and a left that both miss.
Mann fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Mann will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Mann works over Jackson's head and body with a nice combination.
Mann looks winded!
Mann bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Jackson scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Mann misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Jackson.
Mann throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Jackson moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.#CUT#
It looks like Carter Mann has been cut.
Jackson throws out a powerful jab.
A lazy left from Jackson finds it's target.#T3#
Mann throws a right and a left that both miss.
Mann swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Mann gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Jackson connects with a crisp jab.
Jackson misses with a wild body shot.
Despite the aggression on Mann's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Jackson slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Jackson tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Mann was well out of range. Poor timing from Jackson.
Mann lands with a nice combination. Jackson backs away looking to recover.
Jackson jabs Mann right on the nose. Mann blinks but takes it well.
Mann throws a right and a left that both miss.
Mann ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jackson lands the left hand.#ROC#
Mann is rocked!
Jackson fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Mann looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Some wild striking there from Mann. #T4#
Jackson throws a right hand that Mann ducks under and follows up with a left that Mann also avoids with ease.
Jackson lands a body shot.
Mann scores with a hook.
Mann takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Mann throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Jackson.
Carter Mann seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jackson with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Jackson throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Mann sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A big right from Jackson misses.
Mann slips under a jab from Jackson.
Mann looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Jackson misses with a wild combination.
Mann is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Mann looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Jackson is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Mann misses with a straight right. #KD#
Oooooh!!! Jackson has knocked Mann down with a huge combo! Jackson steps away and waves a wobbly Mann back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!
Mann is still on wobbly legs! Can Jackson finish him?
Jackson closes the distance and lands a crisp combination that knocks Mann out cold! Mann corner are devastated, head in hands behind our commentary position. Poor guys.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Joshua Jackson!

 

Event: TRFC96     
Date:   Nov 04, 2017
#R1#
Mann looks to land a combination but Brooks avoids it well.
Horrible takedown attempt by Brooks or perhaps it was just good defense by Mann, which made it look bad.
A cross from Brooks lands.
Mann digs a good hook to Brooks's body.
Mann scores with a hook.
Nice uppercut lands for Brooks. That snapped Mann's head back.
Mann thows a left - swing and a miss! #TD#
Brooks shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SUB#
Brooks maintaining the dominant position here and is working for a kimura. He's locked it up! Mann could be in real trouble here! He's trying to wriggle out but Brooks has cracked it and Mann is screaming in pain - he's tapped out! Great finish by Brooks!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Damian Brooks!
Our winner, Damian Brooks, 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: StrikeForce Union #74     
Date:   Aug 20, 2017
#R1#
Hope looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Hope takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Mann slips a jab and a cross from Hope.
Hope 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.
Hope fails to land with a series of punches.
No joy there for Hope, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Hope misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Mann now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Hope slips a jab and a cross from Mann.
A punch combination from Hope misses.
Mann throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Hope.
Mann tries to bum rush Hope with a series of wild strikes but Hope uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Hope lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Mann circles away quickly and effectively.
Hope throws a nice looking combination but Mann bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Mann looks to land a combination but Hope avoids it well.
Hope looks to land a combination but Mann avoids it well.
Mann throws a series of punches but Hope avoids them all with ease.
Hope throws a big counter combination but Mann scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Hope takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Mann has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Hope misses with a jab, cross combination.
Hope looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#T1#
Mann looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Hope will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Mann is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Mann avoids a punch combination nicely.
Hope scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Hope rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Mann moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Hope misses with a combination
and Mann counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
An inside leg kick from Hope misses.
Mann feints a jab promting Hope to slip. Mann then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Hope slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Hope scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction. #CUT#
It looks like Carter Mann has been cut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Hope takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Mann slips a jab and a cross from Hope. #T2#
Mann lands a jab to Hope's midsection.
Mann lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Hope circles away quickly and effectively.
Mann lands a slapping body shot.
Hope swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Mann looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Mann lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Hope will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Hope looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Hope will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Mann dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Mann lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Hope at a distance.
Mann misses with a double jab.
Hope seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Hope misses with a wild combination. #T3#
Hope takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Mann throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Hope misses with a two punch combination.
Mann scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Mann keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Mann throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Mann dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Mann wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Mann looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Hope tries a low kick but Mann avoids it.
Mann unleashes a big counter combination but Hope bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Mann showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Hope.
Mann throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Hope.
It looked like Hope was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Donk. Mann catches Hope right on the button with a cross.
Carter Mann seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A punch combination from Mann misses.
Hope will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Mann dodges the punch combination from Hope.
Mann avoids a punch combination nicely.
Mann is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Hope rather than just go for the knockout.
Hope throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Hope avoids a punch combination nicely.
Hope fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Mann looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Hope throws a right hand that Mann ducks under and follows up with a left that Mann also avoids with ease.
Mann sizes up Hope with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Mann lands with a nice combination. Hope backs away looking to recover.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Carter Mann dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Carter Mann's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Mann works Hope's body with a nice hook.
Mann scores with a jab to the head.
Mann tests Hope's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Mann scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Billy Hope is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Hope stalks Mann and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Mann's face. Mann staggers backwards, shaken.
Hope misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Hope throws a series of punches but Mann moves out of range.
Mann's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Mann duly obliges.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Hope closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. #ROC2#
Hope is rocked!
Mann has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Mann closes the distance and lands a crisp combination that knocks Hope out cold! Hope corner are devastated, head in hands behind our commentary position. Poor guys.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:43 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Carter Mann!

 

Event: StrikeForce Union #70     
Date:   Jul 23, 2017
#R1#
Mann misses with a body shot.
Mann gets cracked there but stands up to it. #CUT#
It looks like Carter Mann has been cut.
Mann throws a series of punches but Chartier moves out of range.
Mann misses with a two punch combination.
Mann looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
A shot to the liver by Chartier. Beautiful body shot.
Chartier swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Mann.
Chartier throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Mann stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Mann doesn't manage to clinch there - Chartier circles away.
Mann rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Chartier moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Chartier swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Mann lands a jab to the head.
Mann throws a right hand that Chartier ducks under and follows up with a left that Chartier also avoids with ease.
Carter Mann seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Mann misses with a wild combination.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Chartier uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Mann.
Mann shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Mann lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.#T1#
Mann moves out of range of the leg kick from Chartier.
Mann doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Chartier loads up on a big right hand but Mann slips the punch.
Chartier showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Mann.
Mann moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Mann throws a series of punches but Chartier avoids them all with ease.
Mann misses with a jab to the body
and Mann takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Mann misses with the combination.
Chartier slips a jab and a cross from Mann. #KD#
Chartier sends Mann crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Chartier is motioning to the referee to let Mann up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!#ROC#
Mann is rocked!
Mann looks winded!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Mann checks a low kick from Chartier.
Mann throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Mann displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination. #T2#
Chartier dodges the punch combination from Mann. #KD#
Chartier feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Mann sprawling to the canvas! Mann rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Chartier finish him?!
Mann is still on wobbly legs! Can Chartier finish him?#CUT#
That has opened up Carter Mann's cut even more.
Mann checks a low kick from Chartier.
Mann lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Mann is aggressively charging in as Chartier backs up avoiding any damage. Chartier tosses out a jab and Mann runs right into it face first! Mann is out cold! Chartier dropped down on all fours and is barking in Mann's face like a pit bull in celebration until the ref was finally able to pull him away!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Donald Chartier!

 

Event: StrikeForce Union #67     
Date:   Jul 02, 2017
#R1#
Mann rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Kenda moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Carter Mann seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kenda uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Mann.
Mann throws a right hand that Kenda ducks under and follows up with a left that Kenda also avoids with ease.
Mann looks to land a left hand but Kenda moved out of range nicely.
Mann throws a right and a left that both miss.#CL#
Kenda darts in and clinches Mann up against the cage.
Kenda is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son. #TD2#
Mann wants the takedown. Kenda is fighting it off but Mann persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Kenda's guard against the cage.
Kenda is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Mann is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. #SUB#
Kenda is looking for a triangle but Mann pushes his legs off easily.
Mann in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Kenda knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Mann on the ground.#T1#
Mann is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Mann is working Kenda over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Mann trying to control the position from guard on top but Kenda is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Kenda throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Mann cracks Kenda with a solid left hand.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Mann trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Kenda keeping moving, preventing Mann from controlling successfully.
Mann scoring with some ground and pound.
Mann scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Mann cracks Kenda with a solid left hand.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kenda has momentary wrist control but Mann slips an elbow through the middle.
Kenda on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Kenda tries to get out of the position.
Kenda is pulling down on Mann's head to control his posture. #T2#
Kenda preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Mann working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Kenda being controlled here, momentarily.
Mann tries to free his leg and advance position but Kenda is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Kenda throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Mann working some strikes from top position.
Kenda will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Mann cracks Kenda with a solid left hand.
Mann with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Mann postures up.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Mann postures up and lands a big shot to Kenda's brow.
Mann is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Mann is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. #T3#
Mann trying to control the position from guard on top but Kenda is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Mann slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Mann working his ground and pound in the gym. So far it seems to be working well.
Kenda keeping moving, preventing Mann from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Mann scores with a hook to the body. Kenda takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Mann swings away with a body shot that misses
and Kenda counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
A clash of legs there as Mann blocks the low kick.
Kenda looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Mann dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Mann throws a series of punches but Kenda moves out of range.
Kenda is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Mann.
Mann throws a right hand that Kenda ducks under and follows up with a left that Kenda also avoids with ease.#T4#
Mann swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Kenda takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Kenda changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Mann tries to avoid it but Kenda manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Mann to the ground. Mann escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Carter Mann is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kenda tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Mann manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Kenda shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Mann as he avoids it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Lebron Kenda. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A left and a right from Mann both land. Nice combination.
Mann misses with a looping right.
Kenda moves out of range of the strikes.
Kenda tries for a takedown but Mann sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Mann swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Kenda connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CUT#
It looks like Carter Mann has been cut.
Mann displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Kenda.
Mann misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kenda.
Kenda was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Mann looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Mann avoids the head kick by Kenda.
As Kenda backs off Mann throws a huge counter combo but Kenda manages to avoid it all.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Carter Mann dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Carter Mann's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
A punch combination from Kenda misses.
Kenda on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Kenda is looking to clinch.
Mann keeps the fight on the outside.
Mann swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Mann misses with a double jab.
Mann throws a series of punches but Kenda avoids them all with ease.
Mann swinging wildly here.
Kenda is looking to counter with a body kick.
Mann lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Kenda circles away quickly and effectively.
Mann stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Mann wants it to stay on the feet.
Mann unleashes a big counter combination but Kenda bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sloppy strikes from Mann. Those never looked like landing.
Mann swinging wildly here.
Kenda is looking to counter the offense by Mann and move into the clinch.
Mann lands a jab to Kenda's midsection.#T1#
Kenda shoots in looking for a takedown. Mann tries to sprawl out of it but Kenda keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Mann manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Mann will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Kenda fires out a quick counter leg kick but Mann just manages to avoid it.
Kenda walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Kenda tries to clinch but Mann moves out of range.
Kenda tries to close the distance and clinch but Mann swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Mann defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Kenda.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Lebron Kenda. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Mann swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Mann scores with a jab to the jaw.
Mann throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Kenda.
Mann avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Mann throws a hook to the side of Kenda's head but Kenda sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#T2#
Kenda fails in his attempt to clinch.
Mann lands with a cross.
Kenda fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Mann throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Kenda.
A shot to the liver by Mann. Beautiful body shot.
Nice uppercut lands for Mann. That snapped Kenda's head back.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Mann misses with a two punch combination.
Mann ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Mann displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Kenda.
Mann throws a right hand that Kenda ducks under and follows up with a left that Kenda also avoids with ease.
Mann is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Kenda rather than just go for the knockout.
Kenda dodges the punch combination from Mann.
As Mann looks to move away, Kenda throws a big counter combo but Mann just gets out of the way.
Mann ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kenda moves away.
Mann misses with an uppercut. #T3#
Mann tries to bum rush Kenda with a series of wild strikes but Kenda uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Kenda tries to counter by clinching up but Mann breaks away and moves out of range.
Mann is breathing heavily.
Mann throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Kenda.
Kenda avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Mann will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Kenda lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Mann fails to land with a series of punches.
Mann misses with a left hand #KD#
and Kenda counters with a crisp one two that drops Mann! Kenda thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Mann to his feet! Mann is in big trouble!
Mann has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Mann there as he acknowledges the shot.#ROC#
Mann is rocked!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Mann showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Kenda.
Mann misses with a body shot.
Kenda darts in looking for a takedown but Mann gets double underhooks and turns Kenda into the cage. #T4#
Kenda is trying hard to land a takedown here. Mann sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Kenda is defended easily by Mann.
Mann lands a jab to Kenda's midsection.
Mann throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#TD#
Kenda bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Mann wants to get back to his feet but Kenda is dominant here and he's now got Mann's back!
Kenda keeps control of the position easily here as Mann tries to buck him off. #SUB#
Mann showing good submission defense here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Carter Mann showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Carter Mann's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R3#
Mann misses with an uppercut.
Mann swings widly with a right hand
letting Kenda counter with a right hand.
A punch combination from Mann misses.
Kenda is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Mann throws a nice looking combination but Kenda bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Kenda tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Mann manages to circle out of the way.
Mann connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Mann misses with the combination.
Mann throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Kenda.
Mann misses with a two punch combination.
A punch combination from Mann misses.
Mann takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Horrible takedown attempt by Kenda or perhaps it was just good defense by Mann, which made it look bad.
Mann stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Mann wants it to stay on the feet.#CL#
Mann tries to keep at a distance but Kenda has taken the fight into the clinch.#T1#
Kenda goes for a takedown attempt but Mann pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Lebron Kenda. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL#
Kenda moves into range and clinches up with Mann.
Mann drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Kenda tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Mann smiles and moves away.
Kenda doesn't manage to clinch there - Mann circles away.
Kenda looks for a takedown but Mann sprawls well.#T2#
Mann slaps away a takedown attempt from Kenda, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Mann circles away from the clinch attempt.
Mann ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kenda moves away.
Kenda takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Mann misses with a jab, cross combination.
Kenda tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Mann misses the jab.
Mann misses with a series of wild punches.
Mann swinging wildly here. #TD#
Kenda shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Mann's guard.
Mann has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#T3#
Kenda trying to control but Mann is working from the bottom.
Kenda showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Mann keeping moving, preventing Kenda from controlling successfully.
Carter Mann is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Kenda prevents Mann from getting back to his feet.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Kenda wants to control from the top but Mann keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Kenda is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Mann.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Sloppy strikes from Mann. Those never looked like landing.
Kenda throws a counter high kick but Mann was just alert enough to avoid it.
Kenda is looking to clinch but Mann is avoiding it.
Lebron Kenda has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#CL#
Kenda moves into the clinch.

And that's the end of the fight!
Carter Mann comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Mann winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 27:30
Judge William Gold scores the fight 27:30
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Carter Mann!

 

Event: StrikeForce Union #63     
Date:   Jun 04, 2017
#R1#
Mann scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Mann falls off balance throwing a combination #TD2#
and Shadow Hunter counters with a single leg into guard. Mann didn't expect that.
Mann wants to stand but Shadow Hunter is controlling the position. #ES#
Mann is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Shadow Hunter presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat.
Mann has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Shadow Hunter after a bit of a struggle. #TD2#
Shadow Hunter has Mann pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Shadow Hunter pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Mann tumbling to the mat - Shadow Hunter dives into Mann's guard.#ES#
Mann has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Shadow Hunter off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Mann throws a nice looking combination but Shadow Hunter bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Shadow Hunter wants to counter the offense by Mann and move into the clinch position.
Mann misses with a combination #CL2#
and Shadow Hunter holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch. #T1#
Shadow Hunter drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Shadow Hunter drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Mann gets the underhooks and prevents it. #TD2#
Shadow Hunter turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!
Shadow Hunter lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Mann down.
Mann is trying to get back to his feet.
Shadow Hunter working the head and body with strikes. #CUT2#
It looks like Carter Mann has been cut.
Mann taking punishment in the form of punches.
Shadow Hunter with the ground and pound but Mann regains half guard under the barage of strikes.
Shadow Hunter not landing any meaningful shots this time. #T2##ES#
Mann manages to escape and get back to his feet!
Mann definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Shadow Hunter will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Carter Mann has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Chief Shadow Hunter.
Shadow Hunter shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Mann as he jumps to the side.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
The fighters circling - Mann throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Mann misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Mann misses with a wild body shot.
Nice takedown defense from Mann. No joy for Shadow Hunter on that attempt.
Mann ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Shadow Hunter moves away.
Mann throws a combination that misses #CL2#
and Shadow Hunter counters by clinching up.
Shadow Hunter wants a takedown. #T3#
Shadow Hunter changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Mann fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Mann throws a right and a left that both miss.
Mann fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Mann throws a right and a left that Shadow Hunter avoids nicely.
Shadow Hunter wants to counter with a clinch but Mann pushes him away.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Shadow Hunter is defended easily by Mann.
Mann lands a slapping body shot.
Carter Mann seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Mann misses with a two punch combination. #T4#
Mann misses with a jab, cross combination.
Shadow Hunter doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Shadow Hunter throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Mann's waist but Mann gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Shadow Hunter off to one side.
Mann misses with a two punch combination.
Some wild striking there from Mann.
Mann is breathing heavily.
Shadow Hunter shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Mann rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Shadow Hunter moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Mann will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Shadow Hunter is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Mann throws a right and a left that Shadow Hunter avoids nicely.
Nice body punch from Mann.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Carter Mann dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Carter Mann's cut.
That's time! Mann's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Shadow Hunter shoots in but no luck this time.
A combination from Mann does no damage. #TD2#
Mann gets caught flat footed, as Shadow Hunter shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Shadow Hunter must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Shadow Hunter scoring with some ground and pound.
Shadow Hunter throws an elbow that misses. Mann uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Shadow Hunter's guard. Nice move by Mann!#REVR#
Mann controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Carter Mann overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Shadow Hunter wants to sweep but no luck.
Shadow Hunter looking to control.
Shadow Hunter really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Mann. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mann missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Shadow Hunter is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Mann throws a strike but Shadow Hunter rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Mann wants to stand up but Shadow Hunter is controlling him. #T1#
Mann utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Mann working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Shadow Hunter.
Mann wants to stand and escape but Shadow Hunter is having none of it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Shadow Hunter is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Shadow Hunter postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #CUT2#
Carter Mann's cut is getting worse.
Shadow Hunter throws a big elbow that misses.
Mann wants to get back to his feet but Shadow Hunter is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Shadow Hunter is working Mann over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Mann wants to stand up but Shadow Hunter is controlling him.
Shadow Hunter postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Shadow Hunter distracts Mann with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Shadow Hunter throws a strike but Mann rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Shadow Hunter preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Mann loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Shadow Hunter wants to stand and escape but Mann is having none of it.
Mann preventing the sweep.
Mann won't allow Shadow Hunter to get back to his feet.
Mann postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T3#
Shadow Hunter keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Mann misses with a straight right.
Mann scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.#TD2#
Shadow Hunter closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Mann did well to prevent Shadow Hunter getting side control.
Mann avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Shadow Hunter.
Mann avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Shadow Hunter.
Shadow Hunter missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Shadow Hunter connects with a nice short shot to Mann's temple.
Shadow Hunter looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Shadow Hunter sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Mann defending well though.
Shadow Hunter missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Mann regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Shadow Hunter.
Shadow Hunter working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Mann's head.#T4#
Shadow Hunter landing with the ground and pound.
Shadow Hunter with a nice head shot there.
Shadow Hunter cracks Mann with a solid left hand.
Mann wants to get back to his feet but Shadow Hunter is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Shadow Hunter is in close to Mann's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Shadow Hunter postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.#CUT2#
Carter Mann's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Shadow Hunter postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #CUT2#
Jeez, Carter Mann's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Chief Shadow Hunter!
Chief Shadow Hunter really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Kalashnikov Nutrition & Supplements (160Q) logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.

 

Event: StrikeForce Union #60     
Date:   May 13, 2017
#R1#
Mann getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Mann misses with a wild combination.
Mann sets himself, and Shadow Hunter steps forward looking for the clinch! Mann avoids it this time.
A punch combination from Mann misses.
Shadow Hunter's coach down at Kalashnikov MMA Gym was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Shadow Hunter's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Mann swinging wildly here.
Mann throws a predictable looking body shot #CL2#
and Shadow Hunter holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Shadow Hunter is looking to take this one to the mat.#TD2#
Shadow Hunter is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Mann can't fight it off and eventually Shadow Hunter manages to take the fight to the floor. Mann looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Mann'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.
Shadow Hunter working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #CUT2#
It looks like Carter Mann has been cut.
Shadow Hunter is in close to Mann's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Shadow Hunter throws an elbow that misses. Mann uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Shadow Hunter's guard. Nice move by Mann!#REVR#
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!
Mann wants to control from the top but Shadow Hunter keeps moving. #T1#
Mann looking to sit in guard and control but Shadow Hunter gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Shadow Hunter is working Mann over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #CUT2#
Carter Mann's cut is getting worse.
Shadow Hunter throws a big elbow that misses. #ES#
Mann wriggles free and stands up.
Mann lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Shadow Hunter backs up against the cage.
Mann throws a left and a right that both miss #TD2#
so Shadow Hunter counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Shadow Hunter throws an elbow that misses. Mann uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Shadow Hunter's guard. Nice move by Mann!#REVR#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Mann throws a big elbow that misses.
Shadow Hunter tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Mann wants to control from the top but Shadow Hunter keeps moving. #T2#
Mann throws a big right hand that misses.
Shadow Hunter keeping moving, preventing Mann from controlling successfully.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Shadow Hunter utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Shadow Hunter really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Mann. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Mann won't allow Shadow Hunter to get back to his feet.
Shadow Hunter is pulling down on Mann's head. It's preventing any offense from Mann, at least for the moment.
Mann missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Mann throwing strikes but missing.
Mann throws an elbow that misses. Shadow Hunter uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Mann's guard. Nice move by Shadow Hunter!#REVB#
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Shadow Hunter accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #T3#
Mann utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Mann is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Shadow Hunter is controlling him.
Shadow Hunter with a nice head shot there.
Shadow Hunter loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Shadow Hunter trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #ES#
Mann kicks Shadow Hunter off and gets to his feet.
Mann throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Mann jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Mann jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Shadow Hunter wants to counter with a clinch but Mann pushes him away.
Mann throws a right and a left that both miss.
Mann throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Shadow Hunter sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Shadow Hunter wants to counter with a clinch but Mann pushes him away.#TD2#
Shadow Hunter looking to score a takedown here. Mann is defending well but Shadow Hunter drives through and ends up in Mann's guard.#ES#
Mann manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.#T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!#TD2#
Shadow Hunter has clasped his hands together around Mann's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
Shadow Hunter working the body and head with strikes.
Shadow Hunter lands a few punches from side control.
Mann is breathing heavily.
Mann managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Shadow Hunter.
Shadow Hunter throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Mann is working to avoid the ground and pound but Shadow Hunter connects with a decent elbow. #CUT2#
Jeez, Carter Mann's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:50 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Chief Shadow Hunter!
Jumping up and down and very excited, Chief Shadow Hunter waved his t-shirt featuring Kalashnikov Nutrition & Supplements (160Q)'s logo in front of the cameras.

 

Event: StrikeForce Union #55     
Date:   Apr 09, 2017
#R1#
Smith looks to land a right hand but Mann moved out of range.
Smith throws the left hand but Mann avoids the punch easily.
Sloppy strikes from Mann. Those never looked like landing.
Smith takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Mann swings widly with a right hand
and Smith counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Smith 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.
Mann throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Smith.
A punch combination from Mann misses.
Smith throws a hook to the side of Mann's head but Mann sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Carter Mann seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2#
Smith clinches up with Mann and pushes him back against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smith prevents a takedown attempt there.
We've been hearing reports that Mann has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Smith fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #TD2#
Smith is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Mann can't fight it off and eventually Smith manages to take the fight to the floor. Mann looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.#T1#
Smith trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Smith controlling from the top position.
Smith tries to free his leg and advance position but Mann is retaining full guard.
Mann is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Smith dives into side control.
Mann is letting Smith control him for a moment. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Smith's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#T3#
Smith advances to mount.
Smith controlling the position easily from mount. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Smith misses with some ground and pound and Mann recovers position to half guard.
Smith not doing much here.
Let's hope that Smith 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.
Smith prevents Mann from standing back up. #SUB2#
Smith is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Smith sitting and controlling from the half guard. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Dean Smith dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Smith avoids a punch combination nicely.
Mann throws a right and a left that Smith avoids nicely.
A little jabbing left from Smith on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Mann lands a jab to the nose.
Smith throws a hook to the side of Mann's head but Mann sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Mann misses with a series of wild punches.
The fighters circling - Smith throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Mann misses with a few strikes there.
Smith now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
No joy there for Mann, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Smith throws out a counter right but Mann avoids it with no problem.
Mann misses with a double jab
and Smith counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Mann throws a nice looking combination but Smith bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.#T1#
Smith takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Mann with a jab.
Mann rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Smith moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Smith is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Smith misses with a straight right.
Mann throws an off balance right hand
and Smith counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Mann thinking.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Mann throws a left and a right that both miss
and Mann takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CUT2#
It looks like Carter Mann has been cut.
Mann misses with a combination
and Smith counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Smith lets loose with a powerful body kick. Mann will feel that in the morning.
Smith misses with a straight right.
Mann's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Mann duly obliges.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#CL2#
Smith takes the fight into the clinch. #TD2#
Smith is trying to trip Mann. He has hold of a leg but Mann is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Smith persists though and gets the takedown into guard.#T2#
Smith not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Mann wants to stand and escape but Smith is having none of it.
Smith looking to pass the guard.
Smith scoring with some ground and pound.
Smith is stalling in the full guard. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Smith avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Mann misses with the combination.
Mann misses with a shot to the body
and Smith counters with a nice uppercut.
Smith moves away from the strike by Mann. #CL2#
Smith takes the fight into the clinch. #T4#
Smith stalling against the cage.
Mann blocking some punches.
Smith lands with a right to the head.
Smith tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #BC2#
Smith breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Mann throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
No joy there for Mann, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Smith throws out a counter right but Mann avoids it with no problem.
A jab from Smith misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Dean Smith will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Carter Mann's cut.
That's time! Mann's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Smith looks to land a left hand but Mann moved out of range nicely.
Mann displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Mann misses with a series of wild punches.
Mann throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Smith.
A nice side step and Smith releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Mann misses with a double jab.
Smith throws a hook but Mann blocks it.
Smith 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.
Mann swings for the body but Smith moves out of range.
Mann lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Smith throws a shot to the body.
Mann goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Mann misses with a double jab
and Smith connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T1#
Mann throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Mann misses with a combination
letting Smith counter with a right hand.
Smith takes a swing at Mann's ribcage but misses.
It looked like Mann was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Mann throws a combination that misses #KD2#
and Smith lands a stunning uppercut that sends Mann to the mat!
Smith seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Smith.#T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Smith wants to pass to mount but Mann is defending the position.
Smith looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Smith is continuing to stall.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Some wild striking there from Mann. #T3#
Smith dodges the punch combination from Mann.
Smith swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Smith misses with a looping left.
Mann uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Smith.
Smith tries to bum rush Mann with a series of wild strikes but Mann uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Carter Mann has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Mann moves out of range as Smith strikes.
Nice straight punches there by Mann. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Mann.
Smith dodges the punch combination from Mann.
Smith showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Mann.
Dean Smith is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T4#
Mann takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Carter Mann is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Mann throws a left and a right that both miss
and Smith counters with a stiff right hand.
Mann misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Smith.
Smith is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Mann misses with a double jab #CL2#
and Smith holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch. #BC2#
Smith breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Mann falls off balance throwing a combination
and Smith finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick 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!
Mann tries to move into range but Smith moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.

And that's the end of the fight!
Dean Smith comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Smith winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 27:30
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 27:30
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Dean Smith!

 

Event: StrikeForce Union #50     
Date:   Mar 05, 2017
#R1#
Mann looks to land a combination but Shadow Hunter avoids it well.
Shadow Hunter takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Mann's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Mann duly obliges.
Mann bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Mann will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Mann lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Shadow Hunter backs up against the cage.
Mann lands with an overhand left.
Mann swings wildly with a couple of big hooks #CL2#
and Shadow Hunter holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Shadow Hunter looking for a takedown. #TD2#
Shadow Hunter has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Mann is trying to keep an underhook but Shadow Hunter manages to get the takedown into half guard.
Mann blocking the ground and pound attempt from Shadow Hunter.
Mann pushes Shadow Hunter off looking to stand but Shadow Hunter dives back in and keeps control. #T1#
Shadow Hunter missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Shadow Hunter lands a nice short elbow.#CUT2#
It looks like Carter Mann has been cut.
Shadow Hunter thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Mann's head.
Mann avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Shadow Hunter.
Nice strikes from Shadow Hunter there.
Shadow Hunter not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Shadow Hunter thows a huge punch but Mann dodges it nicely.
Shadow Hunter missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Shadow Hunter working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that. #CUT2#
Carter Mann's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Chief Shadow Hunter!
Jumping up and down and very excited, Chief Shadow Hunter waved his t-shirt featuring Kalashnikov Nutrition & Supplements (160Q)'s logo in front of the cameras.

 

Event: Gladiators 8     
Date:   Feb 12, 2017
#R1#
A big left from Skywalker misses.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Mann 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.
Mann is trying hard to land a takedown here. Skywalker sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Skywalker waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Mann.
Mann throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Skywalker.
Skywalker ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Mann moves away.
Mann tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Mann tries to clinch up but Skywalker circles away and keeps his distance.
Skywalker jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Skywalker looks to score with a jab to the body but Mann is just out of range.
The fighters circling - Skywalker throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Mann throws a counter combo.
Skywalker looks to land a combination but Mann avoids it well.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Some wild striking there from Mann.
Skywalker misses with a hook.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mann moves forwards but Skywalker connects with a nice, crisp jab.
A looping hook to the body misses from Skywalker. Mann does a little dance to reset his feet.
We've been hearing reports that Skywalker has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
John Skywalker seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Mann is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
A combination from Mann does no damage.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#TD2#
Mann drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Skywalker is trying to buck Mann off.#T1#
Skywalker wants to control but Mann postures up.
Skywalker wants to get back to his feet but Mann drags him back down.
Skywalker is not content to let Mann control the position.
Mann working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Skywalker controls the position for a moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Mann lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Mann working the body and head with strikes.
Skywalker tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Skywalker is pushing Mann's head away, looking to escape. Mann manages to hold on to the position though.
Mann is looking to take a break and control but Skywalker is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Mann is putting a hurting on Skywalker here, landing some big shots from side control. #T2#
Skywalker tries to buck Mann off but Mann is having none of it.
Mann working the head with strikes.
Mann trying to control the position but Skywalker is working away.
You can see the frustration on Skywalker's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Skywalker is looking to reverse the position.
Mann lands a nice forearm strike.
Skywalker on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Skywalker tries to get out of the position.
Mann trying to control the position but Skywalker is working away.
Skywalker knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Mann on the ground.
Mann lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Mann lands a nice forearm strike.
Skywalker is looking to reverse the position.
Mann looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Skywalker is avoiding damage well.
Mann cracks Skywalker with a big right hand but Skywalker just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Skywalker is looking for a sweep.#T3#
Mann throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
You can see the frustration on Skywalker's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Skywalker is looking to reverse the position.
Mann cracks Skywalker with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Skywalker tries to escape but Mann is in control.
Mann cracks Skywalker with a big elbow.
Skywalker is trying to improve his position.
Skywalker is breathing heavily.
Skywalker is trying to control Mann's posture but Mann avoids it.
Check out the look on Mann's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Mann working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Mann is putting a hurting on Skywalker here, landing some big shots from side control.
Skywalker on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Skywalker is trying to get back to half guard.
Mann working the ground and pound.
Mann working the head and body with strikes. #T4#
Mann lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Skywalker down.
Mann in side control lands a decent elbow.
Mann trying to control the action but Skywalker is working from the bottom.
Skywalker is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Mann working the body and head with strikes.
Skywalker takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Skywalker wants to get back to his feet.
Mann wants to lay and pray for a moment but Skywalker keeps working.
Skywalker takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Skywalker is not content to let Mann control the position.
Skywalker takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Carter Mann dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2##TD2#
Mann fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Skywalker to the ground. Mann is now in Skywalker's guard.#ES#
Skywalker pushes Mann off and gets back to his feet.
Mann misses with a wild combination.
Mann throws a nice looking combination but Skywalker bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Skywalker throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Skywalker misses with an uppercut.
Skywalker throws a shot from downtown. Mann moves away and avoids it.
Skywalker stuffs the takedown.
Mann fails to land the takedown.
Mann lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Skywalker circles away quickly and effectively.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A big right from Skywalker misses.
Mann blocks a jab.
Skywalker is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Mann.
Mann is breathing heavily.
Skywalker lands a nice looking body shot.
Mann shoots in looking for a takedown but Skywalker manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Mann's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
John Skywalker has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Carter Mann.
Skywalker looks to land a right hand but Mann moved out of range.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Mann! But no joy.#T1#
The fighters circling - Skywalker throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Mann avoids the body shot from Skywalker.
Mann tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Skywalker swivels and escapes.
Nice cross by Skywalker.
Skywalker misses with an uppercut.
Skywalker scores with a shot to the body.
The fighters circling - Skywalker throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Mann uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Skywalker.
Skywalker swings for the body but Mann moves out of range.
Mann lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Skywalker misses with a jab, cross combination.
A combination from Mann does no damage.
Mann ducks under a wild hook from Skywalker.
A big right from Skywalker misses.
Skywalker fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Mann on the side of the head.
Mann throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Skywalker's waist but Skywalker gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Mann off to one side.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Skywalker sizes up Mann with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. #T2#
Mann moves out of range of the strikes.
Mann fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Skywalker manages to avoid it.
Skywalker is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Mann.
Skywalker punishes Mann's body with a nice straight punch.
Mann ducks under a wild hook from Skywalker.
Mann on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Carter Mann is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Skywalker swings for the body but Mann moves out of range.
Skywalker throws a jab when Mann was well out of range.
Mann with a poor takedown #TD#
and Skywalker counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Skywalker slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. #ES2#
Mann wriggles free and stands up.
Skywalker misses with a looping right.
Skywalker stuffs the takedown.
Skywalker is looking to counter punch.
A big right from Skywalker misses.
As Skywalker backs off Mann throws a huge counter combo but Skywalker manages to avoid it all.#T3#
Skywalker dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Skywalker swings away with a body shot that misses
and Mann counters with a straight right hand.
Mann uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Skywalker.
Mann fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Skywalker feinted with a counter takedown.
The fighters circling - Skywalker throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Mann throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Mann misses with a wild combination.
Skywalker connects with a looping right hand.
Mann tries to clinch there but Skywalker circles away.
Skywalker is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Mann.
Mann tries to clinch up but Skywalker circles away and keeps his distance.
Mann lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Skywalker circles away quickly and effectively.
Skywalker ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Mann moves away.#T4#
Nice cross by Skywalker.
Skywalker throws a hook but Mann avoids it easily.
Skywalker is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Mann can do to turn this around?
Mann ducks under a wild hook from Skywalker.
Mann throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
John Skywalker is winning the standup battle so far.
Skywalker cracks a nice hook into Mann's ribs.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Mann closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Skywalker jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Skywalker fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Mann manages to avoid it.
Skywalker throws a lazy right hand but Mann sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Mann comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Mann slips under a jab from Skywalker.
Skywalker cracks Mann with an open hand slap.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Skywalker misses with an uppercut.
Skywalker throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Skywalker throws a jab but it's blocked by Mann.
Skywalker takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

John Skywalker dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R3#
No luck with that takedown attempt from Mann.
Mann throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Skywalker on the side of the head.
Skywalker lands an overhand right.#CUT#
It looks like Carter Mann has been cut.
Skywalker throws a lazy right hand but Mann sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Mann fails with a takedown attempt.
Skywalker drops down looking for a counter takedown but Mann sprawls and moves away.
Skywalker defending well as Mann loads up on a big left hand.
Skywalker scores with a jab to the head.
Skywalker throws a body shot but no joy.
Mann takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Skywalker punishes Mann's body with a nice straight punch.
Skywalker throws a hook to the side of Mann's head but Mann sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Mann is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Skywalker scores with a one two! Mann had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Mann tries for a takedown but Skywalker sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
John Skywalker has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Carter Mann.
Mann blocks a jab.#T1#
Mann uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Skywalker.
Mann fails in his attempt to clinch.
Mann throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Skywalker.
John Skywalker is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Nice shot by Skywalker.
Skywalker scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Horrible takedown attempt by Mann or perhaps it was just good defense by Skywalker, which made it look bad.
Skywalker looks to score with a jab to the body but Mann is just out of range.
Skywalker lands a nice looking body shot.
Skywalker lands a slapping body shot.
Skywalker takes a swing at Mann's ribcage but misses.
Mann tries to clinch but Skywalker moves out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Skywalker. Mann does a little dance to reset his feet.
Skywalker cracks Mann with a right hand to the side of the head.
Mann lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Skywalker backs up against the cage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Mann takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.#T2#
A jab from Mann misses.
Skywalker throws a jab but it's blocked by Mann.
Mann's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Skywalker connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Mann scrambles back to his feet.
Skywalker waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Mann.
Mann is looking to clinch but Skywalker is avoiding it.
Skywalker jabbing away but nothing is landing.
The fighters circling - Skywalker throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Skywalker throws a lazy right hand but Mann sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Skywalker misses with a hook.
Mann fails with an attempt to clinch.
Mann throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Skywalker stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Skywalker pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Mann ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Mann throws a series of punches but Skywalker avoids them all with ease.
Skywalker pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Mann back to the cage. Skywalker follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.#T3#
Mann tries to clinch up but Skywalker circles away and keeps his distance.
Skywalker throws a hook to the side of Mann's head but Mann sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Mann looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Mann lands a jab to Skywalker's midsection.
Mann tries for a takedown but Skywalker sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Mann fails with the takedown.
A jab from Skywalker misses.
Mann misses with a double jab.
As Mann tries to get set, Skywalker tries to push him back and clinch up but Mann manages to avoid the attempt.
Skywalker throws a series of punches but Mann moves out of range.
Skywalker defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Mann.
Skywalker looks to land a right hand but Mann moved out of range.
Mann moves out of range of the strikes.
Mann shoots in but Skywalker avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Skywalker misses with a looping right.
Skywalker ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Mann moves away.#T4#
Skywalker throws a body shot but no joy.
A punch combination from Mann misses.
Mann lands an overhand right.
Mann moves out of range as Skywalker strikes.
Skywalker fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Mann looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Mann throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A counter left hand to the body from Skywalker misses its target.
Skywalker clobbers Mann with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Skywalker is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Mann.
Mann closes this distance looking for a takedown but Skywalker circles away.
Skywalker tries to counter with a takedown but Mann is quick to defend against it.
Mann misses the shot to the body.
Skywalker smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Skywalker lands a nice shot that snaps Mann's head back.
Mann moves out of range as Skywalker strikes.
Mann throws a counter combo.
Mann lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Skywalker circles away quickly and effectively.
Mann has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Mann uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Skywalker.

And that's the end of the fight!
John Skywalker showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Skywalker 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 Reed Andrews scores the fight 29:28
Judge Chad Campbell scores the fight 29:28
Judge Joseph Jones scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... John Skywalker!

 

Event: MMA Gladiators 4     
Date:   Jan 15, 2017
#R1#
Mandanda scores with the left hand. Mann knows he should have avoided that one. #CUT2#
It looks like Carter Mann has been cut.
Carter Mann seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Mann throws a one two combo.
Mann throws a nice looking combination but Mandanda bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Mann swinging wildly here.
Mann looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Mann swinging wildly here.
Mann lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Mann throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Mann throws a right and a left that both miss.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#KD2#
Mandanda drops Mann with a left right combo! Mandanda follows him down to the ground into side control. #ROC2#
Mann is rocked!
A lull in the action here.#SUB2#
Mandanda tries for a kimura but Mann is defending well.
Mann being controlled for a moment. #T1##SUB2#
Mandanda has worked his way into a potential kimura here. Mann is trying to get out of the position but his squirming has just got him deeper into trouble. Mandanda yanks on the arm and Mann is forced to tap due to a very painful looking submission! Nice work by Mandanda.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:29 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Arthur Mandanda!
After the fight, Arthur Mandanda 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: Friday Night Fight 2     
Date:   Dec 23, 2016
#R1#
Belfort takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Mann scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Mann shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Belfort as he avoids it easily. #TD#
Belfort scores with a takedown into Mann's guard.#SUB#
Belfort is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Belfort tries to free his leg and advance position but Mann is retaining full guard.
Mann wants to get back to his feet but Belfort is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Belfort postures up in Mann's guard and throws a big left but Mann blocks it.
Mann keeping full guard, as Belfort tries to pass.
Belfort missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Belfort throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Mann can't keep his opponent in guard - Belfort advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #T1#
Mann tries to kick Belfort off but Belfort keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. #SUB#
Belfort is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Mann sees it coming and defends easily.
Belfort works his way into side control.
Belfort grinds an elbow into Mann's temple.
Belfort is working Mann over with some ground and pound from side control. #SUB#
Belfort is trying to get an arm triangle but Mann is defending well.
Belfort wants to lay and pray for a moment but Mann keeps working.
Belfort has knee on belly and moves into mount. #SUB#
Belfort working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet. #T2##SUB#
Belfort jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Mann is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Mann and Belfort has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
Belfort has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Belfort has knee on belly and moves into mount. #SUB#
Belfort has isolated one of Mann's arms. Mann looking to fight him off but Belfort twists into an armbar. It's tight... Will he tap?? YES, he's tapped! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Mike Belfort!

 

Event: MMA Gladiator 1 The Beginning     
Date:   Dec 03, 2016
#R1#
A combination from Mann does no damage.
Blue shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Mann as he jumps to the side.
Mann is looking for the big counter here.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Mann 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.
Mann misses with a low kick. #TD#
Blue shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Blue showed some decent athleticism there.
Mann is trying to stand up here but Blue is controlling him well.
Blue wants to free his trapped foot but Mann is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Blue wants to lay and pray for a moment but Mann keeps working.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Blue throws a strike but Mann avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
Blue won't allow Mann to get back to his feet. #ES2#
Mann has his feet on Blue's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work. #T1#
Mann stuffs the takedown attempt from Blue. Blue gets slowly back to his feet.
Mann checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Blue slips a jab and a cross from Mann.
Blue jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Blue checks a low kick from Mann.
Blue tries to score a power double leg takedown but Mann sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Blue somewhat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jamie Blue. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Horrible takedown attempt by Blue or perhaps it was just good defense by Mann, which made it look bad. #TD#
Blue shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Blue is looking to advance position but Mann won't allow it.
Mann is not content to let Blue control the position.#T2##ES2#
Mann kicks Blue off and gets back to his feet.
Blue showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Mann.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#TD2#
Mann scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Blue keeping control of the position.
Blue is breathing heavily.#SU2#
Mann escapes and gets back to his feet.
Blue tries for a takedown but Mann circles away easily
and Mann counters with a left to the body.
Mann moves out of range as Blue strikes.
Mann lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Mann dives in and grabs Blue's left leg, looking for a takedown. Blue pushes down on Mann's head and hops out.#T3#
Blue shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Mann defends it nicely.
Mann throws a counter combo.
Mann shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Blue but Blue pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Nice takedown defense from Mann. No joy for Blue on that attempt.
Mann swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Mann misses with a few strikes there.
Mann lands the left hand.
Mann fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.#TD2#
Mann scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.#SU2#
Mann decides to take the fight back to the feet.
Some bone on bone action there as Blue checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one. #TD2#
Mann fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Blue to the ground. Mann is now in Blue's guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!#SU2#
Mann gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Blue dodges the punch combination from Mann. #T4#
Mann throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Mann has a takedown stuffed.
Blue darts in looking for a takedown but Mann gets double underhooks and turns Blue into the cage.
Mann displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination. #CL2#
Mann moves into the clinch.
Mann stops a takedown attempt from Blue.
Blue prevents Mann from breaking the clinch.
Blue drops down looking for an ankle pick but Mann pulls his leg out and moves away.
Mann looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Mann shoots in looking for a takedown. Blue tries to sprawl out of it but Mann keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Blue manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Blue throws a lazy right hand but Mann sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Carter Mann dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
Mann misses with a two punch combination.
Blue fails with a takedown attempt. #TD#
Blue looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Blue throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Mann is trying to stand.
Blue trying to control the action but Mann is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Blue wants to pass the guard but Mann is defending well.
Mann wants to get back to his feet.#T1#
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Blue is trying to control. Mann wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD#
Blue bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Blue laying and praying for a moment but Mann takes advantage and regains half guard. #ES2#
Mann kicks Blue off and gets back to his feet.#TD#
Blue closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Mann did well to prevent Blue getting side control.
Mann is trying to stand back up but Blue is controlling him
Blue is trying to control. Mann wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Blue trying to control from Mann's half guard. Mann has other ideas though and has regained full guard. #T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Mann is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Blue has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Blue stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Mann swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Mann is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Mann has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#ES2#
Mann scrambles and gets back to his feet.
Mann fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Blue has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Mann fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Blue avoids it really well and circles away.#T3#
Mann slips under a jab from Blue.
Mann throws a counter combo.
Blue is trying hard to land a takedown here. Mann sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Mann shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Carter Mann is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Blue scores with a body shot.
Jamie Blue seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Mann displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Blue.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jamie Blue. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Blue shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Mann fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Mann will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Nice defenses there by Mann.
Mann misses with a two punch combination.
Mann shoots in for a double leg but Blue sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Mann avoids a kick to the body.
Carter Mann seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Blue takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.#T4#
Blue misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Mann wants to counter the offense by Blue and move into the clinch position.
Mann misses with a double jab.
Mann dips to his left and cracks Blue with an uppercut!
Blue tries for a takedown but Mann circles away easily
and Mann counters with a series of strikes. Blue will be more careful next time no doubt.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Mann rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Blue moves out of range and avoids them all easily.#TD#
Blue shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Mann manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Mann can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Blue controls the pace.
Blue looking to pass the guard. #ES2#
Mann manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Carter Mann showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R3#
Mann lands a two punch combo.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Blue is defended easily by Mann.
Mann stuffs the takedown attempt from Blue. Blue gets slowly back to his feet. #CL2#
Mann closes the distance and pushes Blue back into the cage.
Mann is trying to break the clinch but Blue is controlling him.
Mann is trying to force a seperation but Blue has the dominant position.
Mann is pressed up against the cage. Blue has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Mann down to the mat. Mann avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jamie Blue. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mann looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Mann looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Blue will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Mann shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.#TD2#
Mann drives through with a takedown into guard.
Blue on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Blue tries to get out of the position.#T1##SU2#
Mann gets to his feet - Blue follows without any prompting.
Mann misses with a two punch combination.
Mann sizes up Blue with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
No luck for Mann with that takedown attempt. #TD#
Blue bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.#ES2#
Mann throws Blue to one side and escapes!
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Mann rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Blue moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Blue changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Mann avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Blue looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Mann is fending him off so far but Blue persists. Nope, Mann circles away and we're back to standing.
Mann looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Mann keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Blue.
Blue blocks a head kick by Mann. #T2#
Blue throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Mann sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Mann fails with the takedown.
Nice defenses there by Mann.
Mann is looking to clinch.
Mann throws out a powerful jab.
Mann scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction. #TD#
Blue drives through with a takedown into Mann's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Blue passes Mann's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Mann is trying to stand.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Blue looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Mann wants to get back to his feet.#T3#
Blue is nestled in close to Mann, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Blue slows the pace down in half guard.
Blue seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Mann does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Mann pushes Blue off looking to stand but Blue dives back in and keeps control. #SU#
Blue gets to his feet - back to striking we go!
Blue moves in looking to clinch but Mann pushes him off.
Mann throws a series of punches but Blue moves out of range.
Mann takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders. #T4#
Mann uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Blue.
Blue fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Mann manages to avoid it.
Blue takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Mann scores with a jab to the body.
Mann shoots in for a takedown but Blue shows good takedown defense.
No joy there for Blue, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Mann scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Jamie Blue has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Nice takedown defense from Mann. No joy for Blue on that attempt.
Carter Mann is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#TD2#
Mann shoots in and gets a takedown into Blue's guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Mann preventing the sweep. #SU2#
Mann stands up from Blue's guard - Mann perhaps looking for a knockout.
Mann swinging wildly here.
Blue misses with a hook.
Mann scores with a body shot.

And that's the end of the fight!
Carter Mann comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Mann 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 Russell Pearce scores the fight 27:30
Judge David Schapiro scores the fight 27:30
Judge Alyssa Summers scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Carter Mann!

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Nov 12, 2016
#R1#
Meen lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Meen defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Mann.
Nice uppercut lands for Meen. That snapped Mann's head back. #CUT#
It looks like Carter Mann has been cut.
Meen scoring well with a low kick there. #CL#
Meen clinches up with Mann and pushes him back against the cage.
Meen lands an elbow just above Mann 's eye.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Meen.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Mann 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.
Meen lands a body shot in the clinch.
Mann looks winded!
Meen lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Meen softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Meen softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#CUT#
That has opened up Carter Mann's cut even more.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Meen creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Mann's defenses.
Meen is working Mann over against the cage.
A right handed body shot lands from Meen.
Meen lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Mann.
Meen lands a body shot. #T1#
Meen slows down the pace here.
Meen lands with a short head shot on the inside. #CUT#
The cut above Carter Mann's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Meen lands a hook that snaps the head of Mann backwards. #CUT#
Carter Mann's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.
Meen holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Meen lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Nice elbow from Meen.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:48 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Erik Meen!
During a confident post fight interview, Erik Meen thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Sep 14, 2016
#R1#
Brenertas fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Mann looks exhausted already! Oh dear, he should have come in in better shape than this!#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
A left hand lands to the body for Brenertas. #BC2#
Brenertas breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #CL2#
Brenertas moves into the clinch successfully. #BC2#
Brenertas escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #CL2#
Brenertas gets a clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC#
Mann breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
A combination from Brenertas does no damage.
A quick step to the side and Mann tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.#TD2#
Brenertas scores with a takedown into Mann's guard.#SUB2#
Brenertas is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Mann is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Mann has escaped and now he's on top! #REVR##T1#
Brenertas manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Mann manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Brenertas stops Mann from standing up.
Brenertas works over Mann with some ground and pound from guard.
Mann can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Brenertas controls the pace.
Brenertas works over Mann with some ground and pound from guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Mann being controlled here, momentarily. #T2#
Mann keeping full guard, as Brenertas tries to pass.
Brenertas seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Mann preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Mann being controlled here, momentarily.
Brenertas has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#T3#
Brenertas pushing down on Mann's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #SUB2#
Brenertas is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Mann defends it well.
Brenertas controlling the action here. #SU2#
Brenertas decides to stand up and try his luck on the feet. #T4##CL2#
Brenertas rushes Mann and presses him up against the cage.#BC2#
Brenertas escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #CL2#
Brenertas clinches up with Mann and pushes him back against the cage.#BC2#
Brenertas breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Brenertas dives in and grabs Mann's left leg, looking for a takedown. Mann pushes down on Brenertas's head and hops out.#CL2#
Brenertas instigates a clinch. #TD2#
Brenertas manages to pull guard.
Mann is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at FIERCE that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
Brenertas is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Mann will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Lopaser Brenertas dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2##CL2#
Brenertas has managed to clinch. #TD2#
Brenertas has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Mann uses from the top position. #SU#
Mann stands and steps away. Brenertas gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Mann misses with a straight right.
Brenertas lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.#CUT2#
It looks like Carter Mann has been cut.#CL2#
Brenertas clinches. #BC2#
Brenertas manages to break the clinch. #TD2#
Brenertas closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Mann quickly recovers to half guard.
Brenertas sitting and controlling from the half guard. #T1##SUB2#
Brenertas is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#SU2#
Brenertas postures up and decides to stand up, from the half guard. The ref calls for Mann to stand up. #TD2#
Brenertas 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.
Mann can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Brenertas controls the pace.
Brenertas pushes down on Mann's leg and manages to get into half guard.#T2#
Nice strikes from Brenertas there.
Brenertas sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Brenertas has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#SU2#
Brenertas stands up from half guard... He's had enough of that ground malarky for the time being. #T3#
Brenertas swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches. #CL2#
Brenertas fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Mann, pushing him back against the cage.#BC2#
Brenertas breaks the clinch. #CL2#
Brenertas instigates a clinch.
Brenertas lands a left hand. #BC2#
Brenertas breaks the clinch. #TD2#
Brenertas closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Brenertas lands in his opponent's guard.
Mann is wriggling around but Brenertas manages to pass to half guard. #REVR##SU2#
Brenertas decides to stand up. #T4##TD2#
Brenertas drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#SU2#
Brenertas decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Mann, up you get! #TD2#
Brenertas throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Mann tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Brenertas is in Mann's guard.
Brenertas pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Mann is keeping the position for now.
Brenertas scoring with punches to the head and body. #SU2#
Brenertas gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent. #TD2#
Brenertas throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Mann was covering up waiting for the punch and Brenertas finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Brenertas works a leg free and moves into half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Lopaser Brenertas showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Carter Mann's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Brenertas goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Mann misses with a two punch combination. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#BC2#
Brenertas breaks the clinch. #CL2#
Brenertas closes the distance and pushes Mann back into the cage.#BC2#
Brenertas escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#BC2#
Brenertas manages to break the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brenertas throws a nice looking combination but Mann bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Mann ducks right into an uppercut from Brenertas.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#TD2#
Brenertas closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Mann to the mat! Mann manages to get full guard. #T1#
Brenertas makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.#SU2#
Brenertas gets to his feet. Mann looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
Brenertas punishes Mann's body with a nice straight punch.#CL2#
Brenertas closes the distance and clinches.
Brenertas taking a breather.#TD2#
Brenertas successfully pulls guard.
Mann being controlled here momentarily. #ES2#
Brenertas has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Mann has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.#BC2#
Brenertas breaks from the clinch. #T2#
Brenertas throws a leg kick which misses Mann's front leg but catches the back leg as Mann tries to avoid it.
Brenertas looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Mann throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Brenertas feints a counter leg kick.#CL2#
Brenertas gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#BC2#
Brenertas manages to break the clinch. #CL2#
Brenertas closes the distance and clinches.#BC2#
Brenertas manages to break the clinch.
Brenertas rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Mann moves out of range and avoids them all easily.#CL2#
Mann tries to keep at a distance but Brenertas has taken the fight into the clinch.#BC2#
Brenertas escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #TD2#
Brenertas closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Mann did well to prevent Brenertas getting side control.
Mann is trying to escape back to his feet but Brenertas uses the scramble to pass into side control. #T3#
Mann taking punishment in the form of punches.
Mann is being controlled here.
Brenertas lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Mann down. #ROC2#
Mann is rocked!#SUB2#
Brenertas tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Brenertas has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Oh Mann is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Brenertas controls the position.#T4##SU2#
Brenertas decides to take the fight back to the feet.
Mann seems to have got his legs back now.#CL2#
Brenertas instigates a clinch. #BC2#
Brenertas pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Brenertas swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
It looked like Mann was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Brenertas throws a quick inside leg kick.
Carter Mann has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#TD2#
Brenertas drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#SU2#
Brenertas has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand.
Brenertas dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Mann. That did some damage!
Lopaser Brenertas is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Brenertas lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.

And that's the end of the fight!
Lopaser Brenertas comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Brenertas 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 Richard Clark scores the fight 27:30
Judge William Gold scores the fight 27:30
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Lopaser Brenertas!

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Aug 08, 2016
#R1#
Mann shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Avalon cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CUT2#
It looks like Carter Mann has been cut.
Mann tries to clinch but Avalon is having none of it.
A good leg kick by Avalon.
Mann misses with a kick to the body
and Avalon counters with a stiff right hand.
Mann is breathing heavily.#CL2#
Avalon clinches with his opponent.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Avalon creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #TD2#
Avalon manages to pull guard. #SUB2#
Avalon is looking to cinch up a triangle. Mann throws the leg off to one side though and gets in tight to Avalon's body to avoid the submission. Avalon has instead reached around Mann's neck and now has a guillotine! Oh, this is biiiig trouble! Avalon arches his back and squeezes and forces the tap from his hapless opponent.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Jarvis Avalon!

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Jul 22, 2016
#R1#
A nice combination there by Mann.
Mann throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Van Leakenstien misses with a straight left. #TD2#
Van Leakenstien decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Van Leakenstien thows a huge punch but Mann dodges it nicely.
Mann is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at FIERCE that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
Van Leakenstien is looking to take a break and control but Mann is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Van Leakenstien trying to control the pace.
Van Leakenstien with the ground and pound but Mann uses the opportunity to regain guard.
Van Leakenstien with a flurry of punches that miss.
Van Leakenstien trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #SU2#
Van Leakenstien stands up from Mann's guard - Van Leakenstien perhaps looking for a knockout.
Mann falls off balance throwing a combination
and Van Leakenstien counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T1#
Van Leakenstien avoids a punch combination nicely.
Van Leakenstien falls off balance throwing a combination
and Mann counters with a left to the body. #CL2#
Van Leakenstien has managed to clinch. #BC#
Mann breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Mann shoots for a double leg takedown but Van Leakenstien sprawls well. He's pushed Mann's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Mann fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Van Leakenstien avoids it really well and circles away.
Mann plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Mann misses with a series of wild punches.
Van Leakenstien shoots in and drives through. Mann sprawls well.#T2#
Mann throws a right and a left that both miss.
Mann leaves Van Leakenstien with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Van Leakenstien closes the distance and clinches up with Mann, looking for a takedown. Van Leakenstien pushes Mann against the cage but Mann circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Carter Mann has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Graham Van Leakenstien.#TD2#
Van Leakenstien closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SU2#
Van Leakenstien decides to stand back up.
Nice takedown defense from Van Leakenstien. No joy for Mann on that attempt.
Mann is breathing heavily.
Van Leakenstien gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Mann.#CL2#
Van Leakenstien has managed to clinch.
Van Leakenstien scores with a hook to the body.#BC2#
Van Leakenstien breaks the clinch. #CL2#
Van Leakenstien clinches with his opponent. #BC#
Mann breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Van Leakenstien shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Mann as he jumps to the side. #T3#
Van Leakenstien fails to land the takedown.
Mann dodges the punch combination from Van Leakenstien.
Mann shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Van Leakenstien counters with a series of strikes. Mann will be more careful next time no doubt.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Mann!
Van Leakenstien shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Mann but Mann pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Van Leakenstien shoots for a takedown but Mann saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Van Leakenstien dives in and grabs Mann's left leg, looking for a takedown. Mann pushes down on Van Leakenstien's head and hops out.#CL2#
Van Leakenstien pushes Mann up against the cage in a clinch.
Van Leakenstien is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Mann to keep the fight standing.#T4#
Van Leakenstien lands with a right to the head.
Van Leakenstien is looking for a takedown.#BC2#
Van Leakenstien pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Mann throws a right and a left that both miss.#CL2#
Van Leakenstien closes the distance and clinches.#BC2#
Van Leakenstien manages to break the clinch. #CL2#
Van Leakenstien fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Mann, pushing him back against the cage.
Van Leakenstien lands a hook that snaps the head of Mann backwards. #BC2#
Van Leakenstien pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Mann throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Donk. Van Leakenstien catches Mann right on the button with a cross.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Graham Van Leakenstien will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Mann scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Van Leakenstien fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Mann is out of range.
Van Leakenstien looks for a takedown but Mann sprawls well.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Mann is defended easily by Van Leakenstien.
Van Leakenstien scores with a punch to the head.#TD2#
Mann tries to sprawl but Van Leakenstien drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Mann pushes Van Leakenstien off looking to stand but Van Leakenstien dives back in and keeps control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Van Leakenstien trying to control from Mann's half guard. Mann has other ideas though and has regained full guard. #ES#
Mann manages to escape and get back to his feet. #T1#
Mann connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Mann fails with a takedown attempt. #CL2#
Van Leakenstien takes the fight into the clinch.
Van Leakenstien will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Mann up against the cage.#BC#
Mann's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL2#
Van Leakenstien gets in close and instigates a clinch. #BC2#
Van Leakenstien breaks the clinch. #T2##CL2#
Van Leakenstien has Mann up against the cage in a clinch. #BC2#
Van Leakenstien breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Mann avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Van Leakenstien avoids the body shot from Mann. #CL2#
Van Leakenstien rushes Mann and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#BC#
Mann breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL2#
Van Leakenstien drives through and clinches with Mann against the cage. #BC#
Mann pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Mann lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Van Leakenstien backs up against the cage.
Van Leakenstien has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Mann throws a series of strikes that have Van Leakenstien backpedaling. #CL2#
Mann tries to keep at a distance but Van Leakenstien has taken the fight into the clinch.#T3##BC#
Mann pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Carter Mann is winning the standup battle so far.#CL2#
Van Leakenstien moves into the clinch.
Van Leakenstien lands with a short shot to the head. #BC2#
Van Leakenstien pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Van Leakenstien is looking to clinch but Mann is avoiding it.
Mann lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Van Leakenstien displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Mann.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Carter Mann. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL2#
Van Leakenstien gets a clinch.
Van Leakenstien creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses. #BC2#
Van Leakenstien breaks from the clinch. #T4#
Mann moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.#CL2#
Van Leakenstien drives through and clinches with Mann against the cage.
Van Leakenstien lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Mann backwards.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Mann blocks an elbow strike from Van Leakenstien. #BC2#
Van Leakenstien breaks from the clinch.
Mann buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Van Leakenstien misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Van Leakenstien takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
A combination from Mann does no damage.
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 Carter Mann will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Van Leakenstien avoids a punch combination nicely.
Carter Mann is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Graham Van Leakenstien seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.#BC#
Mann escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Van Leakenstien misses with a wild combination.
As Van Leakenstien looks to move away, Mann throws a big counter combo but Van Leakenstien just gets out of the way.
Van Leakenstien leaves Mann with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Mann tries to keep at a distance but Van Leakenstien has taken the fight into the clinch.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Van Leakenstien takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life. #T1##BC2#
Van Leakenstien breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Mann throws a right hand that Van Leakenstien ducks under and follows up with a left that Van Leakenstien also avoids with ease.
Mann shoots in looking for a takedown but Van Leakenstien manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Mann's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.#TD2#
Van Leakenstien shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Mann is trying to defend but Van Leakenstien finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.#ES#
Mann kicks off Van Leakenstien and gets to his feet.
Mann rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Van Leakenstien moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#CL2#
Van Leakenstien darts in and clinches Mann up against the cage.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#BC#
Mann pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Horrible takedown attempt by Mann or perhaps it was just good defense by Van Leakenstien, which made it look bad.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Carter Mann. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T2#
Van Leakenstien misses with a series of wild punches.
Mann will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Mann fails with the takedown.
Mann throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Mann is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Van Leakenstien.
Nice shot lands for Van Leakenstien.
Nice cross by Van Leakenstien.
Mann takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing. #CUT2#
It looks like Carter Mann has been cut.#CL2#
Van Leakenstien clinches up with Mann and pushes him back against the cage.
Van Leakenstien with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Van Leakenstien makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#T3#
Van Leakenstien is looking to take this one to the mat.#TD2#
Van Leakenstien manages to pull guard.
Mann stops Van Leakenstien from standing up. #SU#
Mann decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Van Leakenstien, up you get!
A looping hook to the body misses from Mann. Van Leakenstien does a little dance to reset his feet.
As Mann backs off Van Leakenstien throws a huge counter combo but Mann manages to avoid it all.
Van Leakenstien with a poor takedown
and Van Leakenstien takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CL2#
Van Leakenstien drives through and clinches with Mann against the cage. #BC#
Mann pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL2#
Van Leakenstien closes the distance and pushes Mann back into the cage.#T4##BC2#
Van Leakenstien's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Mann misses with a double jab. #CL2#
Van Leakenstien moves into range and clinches up with Mann.
Van Leakenstien tries to pull guard but Mann won't allow it.
Van Leakenstien tries to pull guard but Mann won't allow it.
Van Leakenstien tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Mann smiles and moves away. #TD2#
Van Leakenstien drives through with a takedown into Mann's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#ES#
Mann wriggles free and stands up.
A punch combination from Mann misses.

And that's the end of the fight!
Graham Van Leakenstien comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Van Leakenstien 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 Chris Edwards scores the fight 28:29
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 28:30
Judge James Glass scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Graham Van Leakenstien!

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Jun 25, 2016
#R1#
Big Dog tries to clinch but fails miserably
enabling Mann to counter with a crisp jab.
Big Dog misses with a two punch combination.
Mann stalks Big Dog and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Big Dog's face. Big Dog staggers backwards, shaken.
Mann motions for Big Dog to come forward. Mann throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
The fight stays on the outside here - Big Dog looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Big Dog shoots in but Mann avoids the takedown attempt easily.#CL2#
Big Dog moves into the clinch successfully.
Big Dog throws a head punch that misses.
Big Dog displaying some good clinch control by pressing Mann up against the cage.
Big Dog throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Mann blocks it with crossed arms.
Mann is trying to break the clinch but Big Dog has him pressed against the cage.
A hook to the body from Big Dog. #T1#
A nice right hand lands inside from Big Dog. #CUT2#
It looks like Carter Mann has been cut.
Mann definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Mann wants to break the clinch but can't.
Big Dog dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Big Dog tries to land a knee to the head but Mann blocks with his arms.
Big Dog creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Big Dog lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Mann can't break the clinch.
Mann wants to break the clinch but can't.
Big Dog misses with a punch to the body.
Big Dog doesn't land with the attempted body shot. #TD2#
Big Dog decides to pull guard. #SU#
Mann stands up from Big Dog's guard - Mann perhaps looking for a knockout. #T2##TD#
Big Dog tries to sprawl but Mann drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Mann is breathing heavily.#SU#
Mann gets to his feet - back to striking we go! #CL2#
Big Dog clinches up against the cage.
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!
Big Dog with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
A short left from Big Dog.
Big Dog lands a shoulder strike.
Mann avoids the elbow strike from Big Dog, against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Big Dog fails to land.
Mann blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Big Dog throws an elbow that misses.
Mann wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Big Dog softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#T3#
Mann prevents a body shot from Big Dog.
Big Dog pushes off an throws an elbow but Mann leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Big Dog tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Mann's elbow.
A nice left hand lands by Big Dog.
Big Dog tries a knee to the head but Mann blocks it.
Mann wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Big Dog lands a hook to the side of the head.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Big Dog.
Mann dodges an elbow strike from Big Dog. #T4#
Big Dog misses with a short punch on the inside.
Big Dog has a couple of punches blocked by Mann.
Big Dog scores with a nice hook to the head.#CUT2#
Carter Mann's cut is getting worse.
Mann takes a shot to the head.
A nice right hand lands inside from Big Dog. #ROC2#
Mann is rocked!
Big Dog throws an elbow that misses.
Mann's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Oh Mann is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Big Dog fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Mann seems to have got his legs back now.#BC2#
Big Dog manages to break the clinch.
Mann throws a series of punches but Big Dog moves out of range. #CL2#
Big Dog has managed to clinch.
Big Dog tries to score a body lock takedown but Mann shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
A nice left hand lands by Big Dog.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Phil Big Dog dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Carter Mann'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#
Mann avoids the clinch attempt nicely. #CL2#
Big Dog drives through and clinches with Mann against the cage.
Big Dog tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Big Dog fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Mann has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Mann blocks an elbow strike from Big Dog.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Big Dog throws an elbow that misses.
Mann is looking to break free of the clinch but Big Dog has double underhooks.
Big Dog swings wildly with an uppercut but Mann uses good head movement to avoid it.
Big Dog scores with a shoulder strike.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mann blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Big Dog lands a body shot.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Mann takes a shot to the head. #CUT2#
Carter Mann's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.#T1#
Big Dog throws a punch but it's blocked by Mann.
Big Dog is trying to pull guard but Mann turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Big Dog has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Big Dog stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Big Dog working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
A nice left hand lands by Big Dog.
Mann blocks an uppercut.
Phil Big Dog seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Big Dog looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Big Dog is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Big Dog throws a head punch that misses.
A shot in the inside from Big Dog. #T2#
Big Dog misses with the head strike.
Big Dog tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Stalling in the clinch from Big Dog.
Mann looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Big Dog controlling the action here for a moment.
A short uppercut from Big Dog.
Big Dog jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Mann walks away with a smile on his face. Big Dog gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Big Dog tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Big Dog scores with a nice hook to the head.#T3#
Big Dog with an attempt at a knee that misses.
The referee is keeping an eye on Big Dog - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Mann's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#CUT2#
Jeez, Carter Mann's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.
Big Dog lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Big Dog goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Big Dog lands with a right to the head.
Big Dog softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:50 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Phil Big Dog!

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Jun 13, 2016
#R1#
Mann blocks a jab.
Mann misses with an attempted mid kick.
Balor closes this distance looking for a takedown but Mann circles away.
Balor fails with a takedown attempt.
Sloppy strikes from Mann. Those never looked like landing.
Balor shoots in for a takedown but Mann shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
As Balor backs off Mann throws a huge counter combo but Balor manages to avoid it all.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sean Balor. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Balor lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range. #CUT#
It looks like Carter Mann has been cut.
Balor moves out of range of the body kick from Mann.
Horrible takedown attempt by Balor or perhaps it was just good defense by Mann, which made it look bad.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Balor clinches up against the cage.
Mann tries to break the clinch but Balor is controlling the position.
Balor keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Mann's efforts to push away.#T1#
Balor has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Mann avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Balor keeps control of Mann as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Balor tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Mann smiles and moves away.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Mann 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.
Mann fails with a takedown attempt.
Balor went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Mann looks winded!
Mann shoots in for a takedown but Balor shows good takedown defense.
Balor slips a jab and a cross from Mann.
Mann avoids the head kick by Balor.
Balor drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Balor fails with a takedown attempt. #T2#
Balor lands a jab-cross combination.
Mann shoots in looking for a takedown but Balor manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Mann's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Mann keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Mann with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Balor to score with a decent uppercut.
Horrible takedown attempt by Balor or perhaps it was just good defense by Mann, which made it look bad.
Balor fails with a takedown attempt.
As Balor backs off Mann throws a huge counter combo but Balor manages to avoid it all.
Balor fails to land the takedown.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Balor looks for a takedown but Mann sprawls well.#T3#
Mann darts in looking for a takedown but Balor gets double underhooks and turns Mann into the cage.
Balor will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Mann scores with a punch to the head.
Mann shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Balor as he avoids it easily.
Mann closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Balor lands a high kick! #TD#
Balor drives through with a takedown into Mann's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.#ES2#
Mann has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Balor is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.#T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#BC#
Balor's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Mann throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Balor stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Balor keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#TD#
Balor is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Mann's half guard.
Balor thows a huge punch but Mann dodges it nicely.
Mann pushes Balor off looking to stand but Balor dives back in and keeps control.
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 Sean Balor will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Carter Mann'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#
Mann gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Balor to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Balor sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Sean Balor overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Balor postures up and lands a big shot to Mann's brow.
Mann is breathing heavily.#T1#
Balor controlling from the top position.
Mann wants to stand and escape but Balor is having none of it.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Balor seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Mann defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Balor.
Balor dives in for a single leg takedown but Mann sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Sean Balor is winning the standup battle so far.#CL#
Balor clinches with his opponent. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#BC#
Balor breaks the clinch.
Mann displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Balor.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sean Balor. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Balor avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Balor misses with a jab to the body
and Mann connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A nice leg kick lands there from Balor. #CL2#
Mann has managed to clinch. #BC#
Balor manages to break the clinch.
Mann moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
A right-left combo lands from Mann.
Carter Mann seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T3#
Mann displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Balor. #CL2#
Mann clinches up with Balor and pushes him back against the cage.
Balor tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Balor tries for a takedown but Mann manages to get underhooks.
Stalling in the clinch from Balor.
Mann wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Balor has him pressed against the cage.#BC#
Balor breaks from the clinch. #T4#
No joy there for Balor, who threw a few shots but didn't land. #TD2#
Mann shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Mann tries to stand but can't do so whilst Balor controls his leg.
Balor keeping control of the position. #SU2#
Mann postures up and decides to stand up, from the half guard. The ref calls for Balor to stand up.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Balor leaves Mann with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Carter Mann showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Carter Mann's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Mann keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Mann throws a head kick that misses
and Balor counters with a series of strikes. Mann will be more careful next time no doubt.
Balor dives in for a single leg takedown but Mann sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Mann wants to counter with a clinch but Balor pushes him away.
Mann throws a leg kick but Balor sees it coming and checks it nicely. #CL#
Balor moves into the clinch.
Balor fails to pull the fight into his guard.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sean Balor. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Balor tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Balor is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Mann to keep the fight standing.
Balor fails to pull guard.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Mann is trying to force a seperation but Balor has the dominant position.#T1##BC#
Balor pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Sean Balor is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Mann shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Balor sprawls well. Balor wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Mann gets slowly back to his feet.
Balor fails with the takedown.
Balor fails with a takedown attempt.
Mann's corner calls for a 1-2. Mann obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. #T2#
Mann looks to land a combination but Balor avoids it well.
Balor changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Mann tries to avoid it but Balor manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Mann to the ground. Mann escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Mann fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Balor looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Mann lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Balor throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Mann throws a series of strikes that have Balor backpedaling.
Balor dives in for a single leg takedown but Mann sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Mann throws a head kick that misses.
Balor throws a big counter combination but Mann scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Mann digs a good body shot into Balor's ribs.#CL#
Balor clinches with his opponent.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Stalling in the clinch from Balor. #T3##BC#
Balor breaks the clinch.
Mann closes this distance looking for a takedown but Balor circles away.
Mann tries for a takedown but Balor sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Balor shoots in but Mann avoids the takedown attempt easily.#CL#
Balor closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Mann wants to get back to striking at distance but Balor won't allow it.
Balor can't get the takedown.
Mann is looking to break free of the clinch but Balor has double underhooks. #T4#
Mann is trying to force a seperation but Balor has the dominant position.
Balor stalling the fight.
Mann working hard to break the clinch.
Balor has Mann pressed against the cage, preventing Mann from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Balor drops down looking for an ankle pick but Mann pulls his leg out and moves away.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Mann lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.

And that's the end of the fight!
Carter Mann comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Mann 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 Chris Edwards scores the fight 28:29
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 28:29
Judge William Gold scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Carter Mann!

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Jun 03, 2016
#R1#
Some wild striking there from Mann.
And Silfa responds with a good body kick, but Mann manages to step out the way in time.
Silfa looks winded!#CL#
Mann closes the distance and pushes Silfa back into the cage.#BC#
Mann's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#TD#
Mann 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.#SU#
Silfa is working an open guard so Mann takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Mann moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.#TD#
Mann closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Mann lands in his opponent's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SU#
Mann gets to his feet. Silfa looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
Mann lands a lovely overhand right.#TD#
Mann scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Silfa really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Mann. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#T1##SU#
Mann decides to stand back up.
Mann looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Nice shot lands for Mann.#CL#
Silfa tries to keep at a distance but Mann has taken the fight into the clinch.#BC#
Mann's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
A nice combination there by Mann. #TD#
Mann closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. #SU#
Mann decides to stand back up. Mann steps back and let's Silfa get back to his feet.#TD#
Mann bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SU#
Mann decides to stand back up.
Mann scores with a three punch combo!
Mann looks to land a combination but Silfa avoids it well. #T2##TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Silfa enables Mann to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Silfa manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.#SU#
Mann gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Silfa fails to land the takedown.
Nice sprawl there from Mann as Silfa shoots in.
Crunch! Mann slams his shin into Silfa's torso.
Mann works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Silfa walks into a stiff left hand from Mann.
Mann throws a nice looking combination but Silfa bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Nice takedown defense from Mann. No joy for Silfa on that attempt.
Carter Mann has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Anderson Silfa.#TD#
Mann throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Silfa tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Mann is in Silfa's guard.#SU#
Mann gets to his feet. Silfa looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son! #T3#
Mann dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Silfa has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Carter Mann seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD#
Mann throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Silfa tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Mann is in Silfa's guard.#SU#
Mann gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent. #CL#
Silfa tries to keep at a distance but Mann has taken the fight into the clinch.#BC#
Mann breaks from the clinch.
Mann scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Mann avoids the head kick by Silfa. #TD#
Mann shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. #SU#
Mann stands up from Silfa's guard - Mann perhaps looking for a knockout.
A right-left combo lands from Mann. #T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!#CL#
Silfa gets tackled into the cage by Mann. Mann maintains the clinch. #BC#
Mann manages to break the clinch.
Left hook, right uppercut from Mann. #CL#
Mann clinches up with Silfa and pushes him back against the cage.
Silfa jumps guard but Mann turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Silfa is trying to pull guard but Mann turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.#BC#
Mann breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Carter Mann dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Anderson Silfa's cut.
That's time! Mann's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Mann throws a wild body kick that Silfa sees coming a mile off.
It seemed like Silfa was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#CL#
Mann drives through and clinches with Silfa against the cage. #BC#
Mann's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Carter Mann is winning the standup battle so far.#TD#
Mann dives in and scores a takedown into Silfa's guard.#SU#
Mann gets to his feet - Silfa follows without any prompting.
Mann buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Mann looks to land a body kick but Silfa moved away.
Mann lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Silfa circles away quickly and effectively.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Mann drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.#SU#
Mann stands and steps away. Silfa gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Mann catches Silfa with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Mann pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Silfa throws a left and a right that both miss #CL#
and Mann counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Mann. #T1##BC#
Mann breaks the clinch.
Silfa dives in for a single leg takedown but Mann sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Silfa takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Silfa dodges the punch combination from Mann.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
No luck for Silfa with that takedown attempt.
Mann's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Mann duly obliges.
Mann throws a right and a left that both miss.
Mann throws a left and a right that both miss
enabling Silfa to counter with a crisp jab.
Mann is working the combinations to good effect here.#T2##CL#
Mann rushes Silfa and presses him up against the cage.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Mann as Silfa tries to tie him up.
Silfa is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Mann pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Carter Mann has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Anderson Silfa.#BC#
Mann breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Carter Mann is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Silfa tries to clinch
and Mann counters with a series of strikes. Silfa will be more careful next time no doubt.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Mann moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Silfa shoots in but no luck this time. #TD#
Mann throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Silfa tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Mann is in Silfa's guard.#SU#
Mann stands and steps away. Silfa gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game. #T3#
Mann misses with a two punch combination.
Mann fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.#TD#
Mann gets a double leg takedown into Silfa's guard.#ES2#
Silfa wriggles free and stands up.
Mann throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Silfa.
Mann takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.#TD#
Mann shoots in and bounces Silfa off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SU#
Mann stands up and waves to Silfa to follow him. #T4#
Mann lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Silfa circles away quickly and effectively.
Silfa with the counter takedown but Mann avoids it easily.
Mann displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination. #TD#
Mann closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Silfa quickly recovers to half guard.#SU#
Mann stands up from half guard... He's had enough of that ground malarky for the time being. #TD#
Mann shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Silfa manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.#SU#
Mann stands up and waves to Silfa to follow him.
Silfa ducks right into an uppercut from Mann.
Mann moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Carter Mann dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Anderson Silfa's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Silfa moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.#TD#
Mann darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.#SU#
Mann gets to his feet - back to striking we go!
Silfa throws a sloppy head kick
and Mann counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Mann throws a right and a left that Silfa avoids nicely. #TD#
Mann looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SU#
Mann stands up from Silfa's guard - Mann perhaps looking for a knockout.
Mann tests Silfa's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T1##TD#
Mann dives in and scores a takedown into Silfa's guard.#SU#
Mann gets to his feet - Silfa follows without any prompting.
Silfa fails with an attempt to clinch.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Silfa.
Silfa shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Mann sprawls well. Mann wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Silfa gets slowly back to his feet.
Mann connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Mann displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination. #T2#
Silfa fails to land the takedown.
Carter Mann has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Anderson Silfa.
Mann lands a right hook to the body.
Mann throws a right and a left that both miss.#TD#
Mann 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.
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!#SU#
Silfa is working an open guard so Mann takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Mann tries to bum rush Silfa with a series of wild strikes but Silfa uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Mann sets himself, and Silfa steps forward looking for the clinch! Mann avoids it this time.
Mann lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Silfa throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Mann's waist but Mann gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Silfa off to one side. #CL#
Silfa tries to keep at a distance but Mann has taken the fight into the clinch.
Silfa tries to land knees in the clinch but Mann avoids the damage to the body. #T3#
Mann has Silfa pressed against the cage, preventing Silfa from circling away and getting back to striking at range.#BC#
Mann breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Mann fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Silfa looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.#TD#
Silfa gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.#SU#
Mann gets to his feet. Silfa looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
Mann shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Silfa eats them both and turns towards Mann to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Silfa checks a leg kick nicely.
Silfa drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Mann defends it well.
Silfa has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Mann.
Silfa is trying desperately to land a takedown but Mann is having absolutely none of it. This is turning into a bit of a nightmare for Silfa.#T4#
Mann scores with a one two! Silfa had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Silfa throws a series of punches but Mann moves out of range.
Mann tries to bum rush Silfa with a series of wild strikes but Silfa uses good footwork to avoid the assault.#CL#
Mann gets in close and instigates a clinch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Silfa jumps guard but Mann stands there with Silfa around his waist. Silfa gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Carter Mann is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#BC#
Mann breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Silfa has a takedown stuffed.
Anderson Silfa has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Mann is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Silfa can do to turn this around?
Mann tries a low kick but Silfa avoids it.

And that's the end of the fight!
Carter Mann showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Mann 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 Richard Clark scores the fight 30:27
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 30:27
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Carter Mann!

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   May 19, 2016
#R1#
Drum throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
No joy there for Mann, who threw a few shots but didn't land. #TD#
Drum tries to sprawl but Mann drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Mann tries to stand and escape but Drum is controlling the position. #SUB2#
Drum looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Mann is looking to stand up but he'll have to free his leg first. Instead, Drum manages to get to full guard.
Drum lands some strikes from the bottom.
Drum is trying to control the position but Mann postures up.
Mann would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SU#
Mann gets to his feet - Drum follows without any prompting.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mann throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Drum wants to clinch
enabling Mann to counter with a crisp jab.
Mann scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction. #T1#
Mann looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Drum shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Mann lands a jab-cross combination. #TD2#
Drum bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Drum is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Mann's shoulder. That is not cool.
Mann wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
Drum looks winded!
Drum working the ground and pound from side control.
Drum wants to control but Mann is keeping him busy.
Mann is pushing Drum's head away, looking to escape. Drum manages to hold on to the position though.#T2#
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.#SU2#
Drum has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand.
Mann misses with a takedown attempt - Drum sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Drum shapes to counter with a head kick.
Mann throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air. #TD#
Mann throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Drum tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Mann is in Drum's guard.#ES2#
Drum pushes Mann off and scrambles back to his feet. #T3#
Drum pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Drum throws a hook but Mann blocks it.
Mann scores with a three punch combo!
Mann scores with a three punch combo!
Drum fails miserably with a takedown attempt.#TD#
Mann shoots in and bounces Drum off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.#ES2#
Drum manages to escape and get back to his feet.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Drum shoots and misses
and Mann counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Carter Mann has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sola Drum.#T4#
Mann works over Drum's head and body with a nice combination.
Nice sprawl there from Mann as Drum shoots in.#CL2#
Drum clinches.
Drum struggles to land a body shot inside as Mann controls his hands.
Mann is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Mann stops a takedown attempt from Drum.
Drum taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Drum keeps control of Mann as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Drum keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Mann's efforts to push away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Carter Mann dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Mann lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Drum circles away quickly and effectively.
Drum shoots in for a takedown but Mann shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Drum defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Mann.#TD#
Drum gets caught napping as Mann dives in and scores a takedown. Drum manages to retain guard.
Drum should think about turning a few of those tyres round his middle into muscle if he wants people to take him seriously as an athlete.#SU#
Mann gets to his feet. Drum looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
Mann lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Mann.
Drum doesn't manage to clinch there - Mann circles away.
Drum looks for the body kick but Mann saw that one coming.
Drum with a poor takedown
and Mann counters with a nice body shot.
Mann fails with a takedown attempt.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Drum fails to land the takedown.
Carter Mann has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sola Drum.
Mann lands a jab-cross combination. #T1#
Drum takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Mann shoots for a double leg takedown but Drum sprawls well. He's pushed Mann's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Drum let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Drum is looking to clinch.
Mann steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Drum.
Drum shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Mann pinned against the cage. Mann gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Mann tries for a takedown but Drum sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
A shot to the liver by Drum. Beautiful body shot.
Mann scores with a one two! Drum had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes. #CL#
Mann closes the distance and clinches.#T2#
Drum is looking for a takedown.
Mann has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Drum is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Mann to keep the fight standing.
A frustrated look appears on Mann's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Drum has Mann pressed against the cage, preventing Mann from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Drum is trying to pull guard but Mann turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Mann has had enough of the clinch but Drum keeps him there for the moment.
Mann is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.#T3#
Mann has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Mann is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Drum changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Mann fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Mann ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
A right-left combo lands from Mann.
Mann listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Mann misses with a few strikes there. #TD2#
Drum scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
Drum takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Drum trying to pass the guard but Mann defending well. #ES#
Mann manages to escape and get back to his feet!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#TD#
Mann shoots in and bounces Drum off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.#ES2#
Drum has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Mann off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
Drum shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Mann sprawls well. Mann wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Drum gets slowly back to his feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Carter Mann dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Mann misses with a kick to the body. #TD#
Mann shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Mann showed some decent athleticism there.
Drum tries to roll over but Mann keeps him under control.
Drum is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#SU#
Mann postures up and decides to stand up, from the half guard. The ref calls for Drum to stand up.
Drum misses with a series of wild punches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Drum gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Mann to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#SUB2#
Drum is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T1#
Mann is looking to stand up but Drum won't let him.
Drum really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Mann. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SU#
Mann gets to his feet - Drum follows without any prompting.
Mann throws a sloppy head kick and Drum moves out of range easily.
Mann works over Drum's head and body with a nice combination.
Mann lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Drum tries to score a power double leg takedown but Mann sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Drum somewhat.
Drum has his takedown stuffed
and Mann counters with a stiff right hand. #T2#
Drum fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Carter Mann has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sola Drum.
Drum takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Danga de danga de dang - Mann scores with a four punch combination!
Carter Mann seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Drum doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Mann counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
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!
Mann moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Mann stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Mann wants it to stay on the feet.
Mann defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Drum.
Mann looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#T3#
Mann fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Mann is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Drum can do to turn this around?
Drum goes for a double leg but Mann avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Mann continues to drive forward.
Mann lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Mann moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Mann works over Drum's head and body with a nice combination.#TD#
Mann dives in and scores a takedown into Drum's guard.#ES2#
Drum scrambles and gets back to his feet.
Carter Mann is winning the standup battle so far.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Mann leaves Drum with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.#T4#
Drum misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
As Drum looks to move away, Mann throws a big counter combo but Drum just gets out of the way.
A nice combination there by Mann.
Mann shoots in and drives through. Drum sprawls well.
Mann throws a half hearted mid kick.
Carter Mann is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#CL2#
Drum has Mann up against the cage in a clinch.
Mann blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #BC2#
Drum escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.

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

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Carter Mann!

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Mar 25, 2016
#R1#
Belisarius shoots in for a double leg but Mann sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Mann lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Belisarius backs up against the cage. #CUT2#
It looks like Tiberius Belisarius has been cut.
Mann scores with a decent looking hook.
Mann leaves Belisarius with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Mann goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Nice body punch from Mann.
Mann lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Belisarius backs up against the cage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Mann stalks Belisarius and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Belisarius's face. Belisarius staggers backwards, shaken.
Mann lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Mann.
Mann feints a jab promting Belisarius to slip. Mann then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Belisarius slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Mann is working the combinations to good effect here.
Mann lands a glancing blow to the side of Belisarius's head.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Mann. #T1#
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Mann! #TD2#
Mann scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. #ES#
Belisarius manages to escape and get back to his feet!
No luck for Belisarius with that takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Tiberius Belisarius. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Belisarius shoots in but Mann avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Mann!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Mann scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Mann looks winded!
Belisarius shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Mann as he jumps to the side.
Mann lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Mann scores to the head and body with a nice combination!#T2##TD2#
Mann manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Belisarius on his heels. He'll look to pass Belisarius's guard now, I'm sure.
Mann stopping the sweep attempt from Belisarius.
Mann would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
Belisarius is pulling down on Mann's head. It's preventing any offense from Mann, at least for the moment.
Belisarius manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Mann manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Belisarius slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. #T3#
Mann is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Belisarius trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Belisarius slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Belisarius stops Mann from standing up.
Belisarius tries to free his leg and advance position but Mann is retaining full guard. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Mann wants to stand up but Belisarius is controlling him.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Belisarius closes the distance and clinches up with Mann, looking for a takedown. Belisarius pushes Mann against the cage but Mann circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Carter Mann seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Some wild striking there from Mann.
Horrible takedown attempt by Belisarius or perhaps it was just good defense by Mann, which made it look bad. #CL2#
Mann moves into range and clinches up with Belisarius.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Carter Mann dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Tiberius Belisarius's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Mann throws a wild body kick that Belisarius sees coming a mile off.
Mann has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Mann fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Belisarius is out of range.
Mann scores with a three punch combo! #TD2#
Mann drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.#ES#
Belisarius throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!
Belisarius fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#CL2#
Mann clinches.
Belisarius drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Mann gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Belisarius tries to score a body lock takedown but Mann shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Tiberius Belisarius. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1##BC2#
Mann pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Tiberius Belisarius is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Mann digs a good hook to Belisarius's body.
Mann works the jab nicely.#CL2#
Mann closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Mann stops a takedown attempt from Belisarius. #BC2#
Mann breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Mann pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Belisarius back to the cage. Mann follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
A right-left combo lands from Mann.
Belisarius doesn't manage to clinch there - Mann circles away. #TD2#
Mann scores with a takedown into Belisarius's guard.#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Belisarius looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Mann trying to stand up but can't free himself from Belisarius's guard.
Belisarius wants to stand up but Mann is controlling him.
Belisarius wants to sweep but no luck.
Belisarius has a closed guard, preventing Mann from standing up.
Belisarius tries to land a sweep but no joy.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Belisarius throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T3##CL2#
Mann takes the fight into the clinch. #BC2#
Mann breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL2#
Belisarius gets tackled into the cage by Mann. Mann maintains the clinch.
Belisarius goes for a takedown attempt but Mann pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance. #TD2#
Mann shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Belisarius manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Mann manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR##SU#
Mann is working an open guard so Belisarius takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.#T4##TD2#
Mann shoots in and bounces Belisarius off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Belisarius manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Mann manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Belisarius won't allow Mann to get back to his feet.
Belisarius is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Mann wants to stand but Belisarius is controlling the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Carter Mann showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Tiberius Belisarius's cut.
That's time! Belisarius's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
A slow jab from Belisarius misses its intended target.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Mann - that will leave a mark! #TD2#
Mann fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Belisarius sprawls well initially but Mann persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Belisarius wants to get back to his feet.
Mann is trying to get back to his feet now but his leg is trapped.
Belisarius holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Belisarius regains full guard. Nicely done. #SU2#
Mann decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Belisarius, up you get!
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Belisarius.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Belisarius manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Mann on his heels. He'll look to pass Mann's guard now, I'm sure.#SU#
Belisarius stands up and waves to Mann to follow him.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Mann tries to bum rush Belisarius with a series of wild strikes but Belisarius uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Belisarius throws a head kick but Mann moves out of range. #T1#
Mann lands with a nice combination. Belisarius backs away looking to recover.
Belisarius fails to land the takedown.#TD#
Belisarius bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.#SU#
Belisarius stands up and we're back to a striking position. #TD2#
Mann darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Belisarius keeping hold of Mann's head, controlling as best he can. #T2#
Mann tries to stand but his arm is trapped. #SUB#
Belisarius looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Mann wants to stand up but Belisarius is controlling the position.
Belisarius is trying to stand up here but Mann is controlling him well. #SUB#
Belisarius is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Mann pulls his head out easily.
Mann wants to stand up but Belisarius has a hold of him and won't allow it.
Belisarius keeping hold of Mann's head, controlling as best he can. #T3#
Mann tries to stand but can't do so whilst Belisarius controls his leg.
Mann really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Belisarius. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Mann has decided to stand back up but his arm is trapped. Whilst he's worrying about his arm, Belisarius works to full guard.
Belisarius is pulling down on Mann's head. It's preventing any offense from Mann, at least for the moment.
Tiberius Belisarius overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Mann wants to stand but Belisarius is controlling his posture from full guard.
Mann is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Belisarius is pulling down on Mann's head to control his posture.
Mann would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
Belisarius is adopting a defensive guard.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD2#
Mann looking to score a takedown here. Belisarius is defending well but Mann drives through and ends up in Belisarius's guard.
Carter Mann is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Mann trying to stand up but can't free himself from Belisarius's guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Tiberius Belisarius has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Belisarius bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Mann's guard. #REVR#

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 Tiberius Belisarius.
I think Mann 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 Phil Schofield scores the fight 28:29
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 28:29
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Carter Mann!

 

 
 
 
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