Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: Syn 618 Slice vs Correira
Date: Feb 16, 2019

#R1#
Atsushii throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Good leg kick by Doyle there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Atsushii has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Doyle.
Doyle throws a hook but Atsushii avoids it easily.
Atsushii tries to clinch but Doyle moves out of range.
Atsushii ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
A big right from Doyle misses.
Atsushii scores with a leg kick.
Doyle lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Atsushii on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Doyle throws a hook but Atsushii avoids it easily.
Jimmy Doyle seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Atsushii ducks under a wild hook from Doyle.
Doyle slips a straight right by Atsushii.
Doyle scoring well with a low kick there.
Doyle misses with a hook. Atsushii ducked under it nicely.
Atsushii avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
We've been informed that Atsushii has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.#T1#
Doyle throws a jab when Atsushii was well out of range.#TD2#
Atsushii looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Doyle!
Doyle is being controlled here.
Doyle is looking for a sweep.
Atsushii slows the pace down.
An elbow from Atsushii crashes against the mat.
Doyle is being controlled here.
Doyle regains half guard.#T2#
Doyle tries to roll over but Atsushii keeps him under control.
Atsushii looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Doyle tries to get to full guard but Atsushii has control of the leg.
Doyle trying to get back to full guard but Atsushii takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount!
Doyle is looking to get to half guard.#T3#
Doyle holding onto his opponent's waist for dear life, as Atsushii tries to land some strikes to get him to release his grip.
Doyle is desperately trying to improve his position but Atsushii has a good base and remains in mount.
Doyle regains half guard.
Atsushii wants to lay and pray for a moment but Doyle keeps working.
Atsushii is controlling the pace. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Atsushii wants to control but Doyle is keeping him busy.
Atsushii with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Atsushii trying to control from half guard but Doyle is working away.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Atsushii wants to pass the guard but Doyle is defending well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Doyle tries to roll over but Atsushii keeps him under 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 Jimmy Doyle will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2##CL#
Doyle moves into the clinch.
A short left from Doyle.
Doyle working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Doyle throws a punch but it's blocked by Atsushii.
Atsushii makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Atsushii's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Atsushii misses with a short punch on the inside.
Doyle blocks a body shot from Atsushii.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Doyle.
Atsushii blocks an uppercut.
Atsushii is looking to take this one to the mat.
Atsushii blocks a body shot from Doyle.
A left hand lands to the body for Atsushii.
Atsushii blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Doyle lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Atsushii drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Atsushii swings away with an uppercut that misses.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Doyle misses with a punch to the body. #T1#
Atsushii lands a hook that snaps the head of Doyle backwards.
Doyle throws a punch but it's blocked by Atsushii.
Atsushii lands a hook to the side of the head.
Doyle swings wildly with an uppercut but Atsushii uses good head movement to avoid it.
Nice body punch from Atsushii.
Doyle cracks Atsushii with a nice body shot.
Doyle misses with some punches.
Atsushii blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Doyle.
Atsushii tries to stall but Doyle uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Good body shot from Doyle.
Jimmy Doyle has scored more points in the clinch so far.
A head punch on the inside from Doyle fails to land.
Atsushii goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Doyle lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Atsushii backwards.
Atsushii blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Doyle lands with a left to the head.
Atsushii's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Atsushii lands a nice uppercut.#T2#
Doyle working some nice short punches in the clinch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Doyle tries to throw a body punch but Atsushii avoids it by throwing Doyle back against the cage.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Atsushii creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Stalling in the clinch from Atsushii.
Atsushii is trying to drag Doyle to the mat but Doyle just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Jimmy Doyle has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kuroda Atsushii.
Doyle tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A right handed body shot lands from Atsushii.
Doyle misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Atsushii blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Atsushii throws a head punch that misses.
Atsushii lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Atsushii lands with a short shot to the head.
Nice body punch from Doyle - that landed with a thud.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Doyle.
Good body shot from Doyle.
Atsushii blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #BC2#
Atsushii breaks the clinch.
A nice inside leg kick there by Atsushii. That's going to slow Doyle down. #T3#
The crowd cheers as Atsushii lands an impressive looking overhand right. Doyle doesn't seem phased though.
Doyle lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Doyle tries to land a leg kick but Atsushii saw it coming and moves away. #CL#
Atsushii gets tackled into the cage by Doyle. Doyle maintains the clinch.
Doyle keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Atsushii's efforts to push away.
Atsushii blocks a body shot from Doyle.
Atsushii can't find room to land a body shot as Doyle controls the action.
Atsushii slowing the pace effectively.
Atsushii is looking for a takedown.
Atsushii lands a right hand that snaps the head of Doyle backwards.
Doyle tries to work over Atsushii's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Atsushii has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Doyle after a bit of a struggle.
Doyle lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Atsushii working aggressively here.
Atsushii is working for takedown but Doyle is calmly controlling the position for now.
Doyle throws a head punch that misses.
A short left from Doyle. #T4#
Doyle tries to throw a body punch but Atsushii avoids it by throwing Doyle back against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Doyle fails to land.
Doyle blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Atsushii has Doyle pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Doyle manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Atsushii tries to score a body lock takedown but Doyle shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Doyle throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Atsushii is breathing heavily.
Atsushii throws a punch but it's blocked by Doyle.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Atsushii.
Atsushii misses with some punches.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Atsushii.
Atsushii is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Doyle is defending well.
Doyle lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A hook to the body from Doyle.
Nice body punch from Atsushii.
A short right from Doyle.
Doyle throws a head punch that misses.
Doyle misses with a punch to the body. #BC#
Doyle breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
A cross from Doyle lands.
Atsushii misses the shot to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jimmy Doyle dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Doyle throws a jab when Atsushii was well out of range.
Atsushii staying out of range there.
A nice side step and Atsushii releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Atsushii takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Doyle takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Atsushii throws a leg kick but Doyle sees it coming and moves out of range.
Doyle misses with a hook
and Atsushii counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Doyle thumps Atsushii with a low kick.
Doyle scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.#CL2#
Atsushii has taken the fight to the clinch.
Doyle throws a head punch that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Atsushii throws a head punch that misses.
Atsushii misses with the head strike.
A head punch on the inside from Doyle fails to land.
Atsushii lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Atsushii throws a punch but it's blocked by Doyle.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Doyle swings wildly with an uppercut but Atsushii uses good head movement to avoid it.
Atsushii lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #T1#
Atsushii goes for a takedown attempt but Doyle pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Atsushii will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Doyle works the jab nicely.
Doyle swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Atsushii avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Doyle fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Atsushii slips a jab from Doyle.
Doyle fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Doyle fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Atsushii.
Doyle buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Doyle throws a leg kick that misses.
Jimmy Doyle is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Atsushii throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Doyle was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Doyle scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Atsushii doesn't seem bothered though.
Kuroda Atsushii has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Atsushii's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.#T2#
Atsushii keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Atsushii is looking for the big counter here.
Doyle avoids the body shot from Atsushii.
Doyle uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Atsushii.
Doyle lands with a hook. Atsushii tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Doyle throws a good cross that connects.
Nice shot by Doyle.
Doyle misses with a straight left. #CL#
Doyle pushes Atsushii up against the cage in a clinch.#BC2#
Atsushii pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Crunch! Doyle slams his shin into Atsushii's torso.
Doyle walks into a jab.
Atsushii throws a head kick but Doyle moves out of range.
Atsushii shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Doyle smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.#T3#
Doyle moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.#ROC#
Atsushii is rocked!
Doyle connects with a looping right hand.
Atsushii is still on wobbly legs! Can Doyle finish him?
Doyle is stalking Atsushii. Atsushii circles to his left. Keeps circling left. Bam! Straight right from Doyle, and it's lights out! Atsushii really payed the price for that rookie mistake.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:15 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Jimmy Doyle!
Jimmy Doyle decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.

Event: Syn 615 Diggs vs Sanada II
Date: Jan 26, 2019

#R1#
Benderson takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Benderson looks to land a left hand but Atsushii moved out of range nicely.
Atsushii half committed to a counter leg kick.
Atsushii looks to throw the jab but Benderson is out of range.
Atsushii is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Benderson misses with a straight right.
Benderson blocks a leg kick.
Despite the aggression on Benderson's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Atsushii checks a leg kick.
Atsushii connects with a body shot.
Benderson misses with a low kick.
Atsushii tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Benderson paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Atsushii ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Benderson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Atsushii changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
A telegraphed right hand from Atsushii misses the target.
Benderson lands a glancing blow to the side of Atsushii's head.
Atsushii tries to clinch up but Benderson circles away and keeps his distance.#T1#
Atsushii fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Benderson manages to avoid it.
Benderson swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Good work by Atsushii as he checks the leg kick.#CL#
Atsushii forces Benderson back against the cage and clinches.
Benderson throws an elbow but it misses.
Benderson stalling against the cage.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Atsushii tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Benderson's elbow.
Benderson tries to land knees in the clinch but Atsushii avoids the damage to the body.
Benderson is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Atsushii lands with a short shot to the head. #TD#
Atsushii wants the takedown. Benderson is fighting it off but Atsushii persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Benderson's guard against the cage.
Benderson can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Atsushii controls the pace.
Atsushii is looking to work some ground and pound but Benderson has wrist control.
Atsushii 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.#T2#
Benderson wants to sweep but no luck.
Atsushii content to stall in guard here.
Atsushii is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Atsushii sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Atsushii has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T3#
Benderson looking to control.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Atsushii stays in close to Benderson's body and controls the position. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Benderson lands with a right hand.
Benderson waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Atsushii.
Benderson throws a jab but it's blocked by Atsushii.
Benderson keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Atsushii checks the leg kick nicely there.
Benderson throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Atsushii sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A little feinted left hand from Atsushii on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Benderson looks to land a left hand but Atsushii moved out of range nicely.
A decent looking cross lands there for Benderson.#T4#
Benderson rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Atsushii moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
A looping hook to the body misses from Benderson. Atsushii does a little dance to reset his feet.
Atsushii connects with a single shot there.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Atsushii, right into the meat.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Atsushii, right into the meat.
Benderson avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Henson Benderson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Atsushii digs a good hook to Benderson's body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#TD#
Atsushii gets a takedown into half guard.#ES2#
Benderson kicks Atsushii off and gets back to his feet.
Benderson throws out a leg kick but Atsushii moves out of range and Benderson only half commits.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Henson Benderson will probably get the nod.
That's time! Atsushii's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
A big right from Benderson misses. #CL#
Atsushii moves into range and clinches up with Benderson.
Benderson is pushing Atsushii up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
The referee calls for Benderson to work.
Benderson is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Atsushii is defending well for now.
Atsushii is working for takedown but Benderson is calmly controlling the position for now.
Atsushii lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Benderson backwards.
Atsushii fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Atsushii fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Atsushii letting Benderson take a breather here.
Stalling in the clinch from Atsushii.
Benderson is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Atsushii is keeping busy.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Benderson is stalling here. #T1##TD#
Atsushii has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Benderson regains guard immediately. #ES2#
Benderson kicks Atsushii off and gets to his feet.
Good leg kick by Benderson there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
A shot to the body from Benderson misses
and Atsushii connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Henson Benderson seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Benderson looks to throw the jab but Atsushii is out of range.
Benderson fails to land with a series of punches.
Benderson bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#TD#
Atsushii darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Benderson trying to hold on to Atsushii's head to control him but Atsushii postures up. #T2#
Atsushii not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Atsushii is trying to control. Benderson wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Benderson is looking for a sweep. Atsushii is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Atsushii trying to mount his opponent but Benderson defends it.
Atsushii is looking to stall here but Benderson recovers full guard.
Benderson manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Atsushii manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB##T3#
Benderson wants to control from the top but Atsushii keeps moving.
Benderson tries to free his leg and advance position but Atsushii is retaining full guard.
Benderson must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Atsushii keeping moving, preventing Benderson from controlling successfully.
Benderson working some strikes from top position.
Benderson cracks Atsushii with a solid left hand.
Atsushii pulls Benderson in close to his closed guard and prevents Benderson from doing any damage or advancing position.
Benderson pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Atsushii is keeping the position for now. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Atsushii preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #SUB#
Atsushii is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Benderson defends well.
Benderson not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Benderson.
Atsushii uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Benderson.
Atsushii quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Benderson throws a poor cross that misses
and Atsushii counters with a body kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Henson Benderson showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Atsushii's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3#
A looping hook to the body misses from Benderson. Atsushii does a little dance to reset his feet.
Atsushii half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Atsushii defending well as Benderson loads up on a big left hand.
Atsushii steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Benderson.
Benderson takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Atsushii lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Benderson works over Atsushii's head and body with a nice combination.
Atsushii changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Atsushii connects with a nice looking jab.
Atsushii dips to his left and cracks Benderson with an uppercut!
Benderson throws a right hand that misses
and Atsushii connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Benderson misses with an uppercut
and Benderson takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Benderson misses with a left hand
and Atsushii counters with a body kick.
A big left from Benderson misses. #T1#
Atsushii slips a jab from Benderson.
Benderson tries to clinch up
and Atsushii counters with an inside leg kick.
Benderson throws a poor cross that misses
and Atsushii counters with a stiff right hand.
A telegraphed right hand from Benderson misses the target.
Atsushii feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Benderson swings away with a body shot that misses
and Atsushii counters with a straight right hand.
Atsushii takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Benderson throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Atsushii counters with a low kick, right behind Benderson 's knee.
Benderson looks to throw the jab but Atsushii is out of range.
Atsushii buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Benderson swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
letting Atsushii counter with a right hand.
Kuroda Atsushii has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
A big right from Benderson misses.
Atsushii fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Benderson.
Benderson throws an overhand right that lands on Atsushii's shoulder, as Atsushii tries to avoid the shot.
Good shot there by Atsushii.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Atsushii fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Benderson misses with an uppercut
letting Atsushii counter with a right hand. #KD#
Atsushii lands a big head kick that sends Benderson tumbling to the mat! Atsushii takes a step backwards and waves Benderson back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC#
Benderson is rocked!
Benderson ducks into an uppercut from Atsushii and that's knocked him out cold! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:40 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Kuroda Atsushii!
Kuroda Atsushii seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
The defeated Henson Benderson had this to say: 'Damn...'.

Event: Syn 608
Date: Dec 08, 2018

#R1#
Head throws a low kick but Atsushii moves out of range easily.
Atsushii with a hook.
Atsushii looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Head cracks a nice hook into Atsushii's ribs.#CL#
Atsushii rushes Head and presses him up against the cage.
Head has a couple of punches blocked by Atsushii.
Head lands a nice uppercut.#BC2#
Head pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Atsushii tries to close the distance and clinch up but Head swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Atsushii is looking to clinch but Head is avoiding it.
Atsushii cracks a nice hook into Head's ribs.#CL#
Atsushii clinches. #BC2#
Head breaks from the clinch. #CL#
Atsushii pushes Head up against the cage in a clinch.
Head wants to break the clinch but can't. #BC2#
Head's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Atsushii steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Head.
Atsushii appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Head lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Atsushii takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Atsushii with a jab.
Head dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Atsushii blocks a low kick nicely.#T1#
Head swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Atsushii drops down looking for a counter takedown but Head sprawls and moves away.
Head is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Atsushii.
Atsushii uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Head.
Atsushii changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Head throws a leg kick that is checked
and Atsushii counters with a nice low kick that buckles Head's knee momentarily.
Head looks to land a left hand but Atsushii moved out of range nicely.
Atsushii is looking to counter punch.
Head looks to land a right hand but Atsushii moved out of range.
Atsushii closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Head tests Atsushii's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Atsushii wants to clinch
and Head connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Atsushii tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Head counters with a nice uppercut.
Head displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Atsushii throws out the jab. #CL#
Atsushii fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Head, pushing him back against the cage.
Head tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Atsushii's elbow.
Nice body punch from Head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Atsushii.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#BC2#
Head breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Head gets cracked there but stands up to it. #T2#
Head throws a nice inside leg kick.
Atsushii tries to close the distance and clinch up but Head swats him away and circles back towards the center. #CL#
Atsushii moves into the clinch successfully.
Atsushii tries to score a body lock takedown but Head shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Atsushii misses with a punch to the body.
Head has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
A right hand to the body from Atsushii.
Head is pressed up against the cage. Atsushii has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Head down to the mat. Head avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Head lands with a nice body kick.
Atsushii fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Head has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Atsushii fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Head.
Head lands a nice looking kick to the body. Atsushii takes a step back to recover.
Head checks a low kick from Atsushii.
Head swats away the attempt to clinch by Atsushii.
Head scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Head missing with a left hand there. Atsushii was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Head throws a jab but it's blocked by Atsushii. #CL#
Atsushii forces Head back against the cage and clinches.#T3#
Atsushii fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Head blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Atsushii doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Atsushii lands a shoulder strike. #BC2#
Head's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Head looks to land a body kick but Atsushii moved away.
Head takes a swing at Atsushii's ribcage but misses.
It looked like Atsushii wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Atsushii changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Head tries to avoid it but Atsushii manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Head to the ground. Head escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kuroda Atsushii. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Atsushii bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A nice inside leg kick there by Head. That's going to slow Atsushii down.
A jab lands there for Head.
Head connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Garrick Head is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Jab, jab by Atsushii - just one landing.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Head blocks a low kick nicely.
No luck for Atsushii with that takedown attempt.
Head swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Atsushii throws a low kick but Head moves out of range easily.
Head scores with a kick to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Atsushii dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#T4#
Head tries a low kick but Atsushii avoids it.
Head tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Atsushii was well out of range. Poor timing from Head.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Head, as that shot connected.
Head throws a body kick that misses.
Head connects with a jab.
Atsushii throws a body punch but Head moves out of range.
Atsushii keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
A nice leg kick lands there from Atsushii.
Atsushii cracks Head with a good jab.
Atsushii tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Head was well out of range. Poor timing from Atsushii.
Atsushii moves away from the strike by Head.
Atsushii scores with a leg kick.
Head ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Atsushii moves away.
Head looks to throw the jab but Atsushii is out of range.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Head walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Head swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Atsushii attempts a counter takedown but Head avoids it well and moves away.
Atsushii avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Atsushii is looking to clinch but Head is avoiding it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Garrick Head dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Atsushii with a hook.
Atsushii is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Head fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Atsushii manages to avoid it.
Atsushii misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Head.
Head tries a quick counter leg kick but Atsushii is wise to it.
Atsushii tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Head defends well and Atsushii ends up having to push Head into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Head tests Atsushii's chin there with a solid looking shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Head. Atsushii does a little dance to reset his feet.
Head works the jab nicely.#ROC2#
Atsushii is rocked!
Atsushii takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Oh Atsushii is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Head circles and sees the opportunity to plant his feet and throw a really nice straight left hand that drops Atsushii to the canvas! Atsushii doesn't know where he is but he's trying to survive - Head keeps piling on the pressure and forces the referee to step in! This one is aaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:29 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Garrick Head!
Garrick Head decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: Syn 604
Date: Nov 10, 2018

#R1#
A leg kick checked by Larusso.
Atsushii lands a glancing blow to the side of Larusso's head.
Larusso lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Atsushii takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
A big left from Larusso misses.
Larusso avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Atsushii thuds a left hand into Larusso's body.
Larusso connects with a good right hand that stumbles Atsushii. Atsushii circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Larusso misses with a left hand
and Atsushii counters with a slapping leg kick.
Larusso explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Crunch! Larusso slams his shin into Atsushii's torso.
Atsushii stuns Larusso with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Larusso swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Larusso misses the jab.
Atsushii tried to counter with a leg kick but Larusso avoided it.
Atsushii misses the shot to the body.
Larusso looks to score with a jab to the body but Atsushii is just out of range.
Larusso lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Larusso will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Larusso misses with a head kick.
An attempted straight right counter from Atsushii misses the target.
Larusso swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches. #T1#
Atsushii moves out of range of the leg kick from Larusso.
Larusso defending well as Atsushii loads up on a big left hand.
Larusso connects with a solid leg kick.
Larusso misses with a low kick as Atsushii jumps back.
Atsushii throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Atsushii connects with a body shot that sends Larusso's belly button to the back.
Larusso throws a leg kick but Atsushii sees it coming and checks it nicely.
A jab from Atsushii misses.
Nice cross by Larusso.
Good work by Larusso as he checks the leg kick.
Larusso needs to keep his hands up - Atsushii had a free shot at his head there.
Atsushii has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Larusso finds it's way round the side to connect with Atsushii's head.
Larusso checks the leg kick nicely there.
Daniel Larusso seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Larusso throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Atsushii sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Larusso.
A little feinted left hand from Atsushii on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Larusso throws the kick towards the body but Atsushii avoids it.
An attempted straight right counter from Atsushii misses the target.
Larusso keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Larusso throws a looping overhand right but Atsushii ducks down to avoid it.
Larusso connects with a looping right hand.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Atsushii swings and misses with a hook to the body. #T2#
Atsushii just misses with a punch to the body.
Larusso lands with a thumping leg kick.
Atsushii avoids a kick to the body.
Larusso throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
A clash of legs there as Larusso blocks the low kick.
Larusso misses with a body kick.
Some bone on bone action there as Larusso checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Atsushii tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Atsushii fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Larusso checks it well.
Larusso lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Atsushii thuds a left hand into Larusso's body.
Atsushii throws a body shot but no joy.
Larusso explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Larusso checks the leg kick nicely there.
Atsushii misses with a two punch combination.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Larusso.
Larusso throws a body kick that misses
and Atsushii counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Larusso lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt. #T3#
Larusso throws the left hand but Atsushii avoids the punch easily.
Atsushii swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Atsushii misses with a leg kick.
Larusso scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Atsushii doesn't seem bothered though.
Larusso misses with a body kick.
Larusso goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Larusso attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Larusso lands a nice shot that snaps Atsushii's head back.
Atsushii misses with a body shot.
Larusso replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Atsushii blocks it well.
Atsushii throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Atsushii moves out of range of the body kick from Larusso.
Atsushii drops his hands momentarily and Larusso takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Larusso throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Larusso looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Larusso cracks the inside of Atsushii's front leg.
Larusso lands a nice shot to the body.
Larusso tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Nice defenses there by Larusso.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Larusso throws a poor cross that misses
and Atsushii counters with an inside leg kick.
Larusso throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range. #T4#
Atsushii takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Atsushii throws a hook but Larusso avoids it easily.
Larusso only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Larusso takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Atsushii throws a quick inside leg kick.
Larusso misses with an uppercut.
Larusso swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Atsushii avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Larusso throws a jab but it's blocked by Atsushii.
Larusso looks to land a body kick but Atsushii moved away.
Larusso lands a glancing blow to the side of Atsushii's head.
Atsushii buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
A big left from Larusso misses.
Atsushii throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Atsushii defending well as Larusso loads up on a big left hand.
Good shot there by Larusso.
That kick from Atsushii tenderised Larusso's leg. Larusso is trying to keep his angry face on.
Atsushii on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Larusso getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Daniel Larusso dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Larusso throws a hook but Atsushii avoids it easily.
Larusso thows a body kick. Atsushii tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Larusso misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Larusso has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Atsushii lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Atsushii stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Larusso.
Atsushii tries to score with a low kick but Larusso moves his leg out of the way.
Larusso connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Atsushii lands a front kick.
Larusso takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Larusso takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Larusso misses with a low kick.
Atsushii is looking to counter with a body kick.
Larusso is looking to land body kicks.
Atsushii swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Larusso.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Larusso throws a hook but Atsushii avoids it easily.
Atsushii fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Larusso is out of range.
Atsushii throws a leg kick but Larusso sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Daniel Larusso seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Larusso scores with a nice head shot.
Larusso wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Atsushii scores with a sloppy right hand. Larusso should have avoided that one. #T1#
Larusso throws a leg kick which misses Atsushii's front leg but catches the back leg as Atsushii tries to avoid it.
Atsushii checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
A big left from Atsushii misses.
Atsushii tries a head kick but it misses.
Larusso let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
The fighters circle momentarily. Larusso darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Larusso lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Atsushii has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Atsushii and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Larusso looks for the body kick but Atsushii saw that one coming.
A quick step to the side and Atsushii tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Larusso looks to land a left hand but Atsushii moved out of range nicely.
Larusso walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Atsushii checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
The crowd cheers as Atsushii lands an impressive looking overhand right. Larusso doesn't seem phased though.
Atsushii throws a quick inside leg kick.
Atsushii takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Larusso throws a body kick that misses.
Atsushii will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Atsushii misses with a leg kick.
Larusso thows a left - swing and a miss!
A jab from Atsushii misses.
Atsushii throws a body punch but Larusso moves out of range.
Larusso throws out a leg kick but Atsushii moves out of range and Larusso only half commits. #T2#
A lazy left from Larusso finds it's target.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A jab from Larusso misses.
Atsushii looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Larusso misses with an uppercut
and Atsushii counters with an inside leg kick.
Atsushii defending well as Larusso loads up on a big left hand.
Larusso darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Atsushii works Larusso's body with a nice hook.
Larusso misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Larusso avoids the body shot from Atsushii.
Larusso appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Larusso throws a head kick that misses.
Atsushii moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Atsushii lands a nice shot to the body.
Larusso's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Larusso is looking to chop away at Atsushii's legs.
A slow jab from Larusso misses its intended target.
Larusso throws a leg kick which misses Atsushii's front leg but catches the back leg as Atsushii tries to avoid it.
Atsushii chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Larusso can pounce on him.
Larusso throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Larusso scores with a decent looking hook.
Atsushii throws the left hand but Larusso avoids the punch easily.#T3#
A swing and a miss from Larusso.
Larusso comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Larusso swings for the body but Atsushii moves out of range.
Larusso scores with a jab. Atsushii acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Larusso lands with a cross.
Larusso throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Atsushii counters with a straight right hand.
Atsushii finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Atsushii fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Larusso.
Larusso goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Larusso tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Larusso misses with a body kick.
Atsushii sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Larusso throws a chopping leg kick but Atsushii manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Atsushii looks for the body kick but Larusso saw that one coming.
Atsushii uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Larusso.
Atsushii tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Larusso just misses with a punch to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Larusso throws a lazy head kick
and Atsushii counters with a leg kick. #T4#
Larusso tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Atsushii is able to avoid easily.
Good work by Atsushii as he checks the leg kick.
Atsushii keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Larusso scores with a kick to the midsection.
Larusso is looking to land body kicks.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Atsushii checks a leg kick.
Larusso lands with a shot to the body.
Atsushii ducks under a wild hook from Larusso.
Nice defenses there by Larusso.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Atsushii, right into the meat.
Atsushii lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Larusso keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Larusso throws a chopping leg kick but Atsushii manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Atsushii buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Atsushii steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Larusso.
Atsushii connects with a nice looking jab.
A telegraphed right hand from Atsushii misses the target.
Larusso scores with a leg kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Daniel Larusso will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Atsushii throws out a leg kick but Larusso moves out of range and Atsushii only half commits.
Larusso misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Atsushii.
Atsushii lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Larusso checks the leg kick.
Larusso cracks the inside of Atsushii's front leg.
Larusso scores with a body shot.
Atsushii blocks the body kick.
Larusso misses the body punch
letting Atsushii counter with a right hand.
Larusso takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Atsushii cracks Larusso with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Larusso lands a nice hook to Atsushii's body. Atsushii takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Both fighters circling a little - Atsushii finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Larusso misses with a low kick as Atsushii jumps back.
Atsushii walks into a left hand.
Atsushii misses with a body kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Atsushii moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Atsushii jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Atsushii throws a low kick but Larusso moves out of range easily.
Atsushii tries to land a leg kick but Larusso saw it coming and moves away. #T1#
Good leg kick by Atsushii there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Larusso uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Atsushii.
Larusso only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Larusso uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Atsushii.
Larusso moves out of range of the leg kick from Atsushii.
Larusso throws a quick inside leg kick.
Atsushii connects with a high kick.
An inside leg kick lands from Atsushii.
Larusso on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Nice straight punches there by Larusso. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Larusso.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Larusso, as that shot connected.
Larusso throws a looping overhand right but Atsushii ducks down to avoid it.
Larusso misses with an uppercut. Atsushii saw that one coming.
Good exchange - Atsushii coming out on top.
Larusso lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Atsushii just misses with a punch to the body.
Atsushii cracks Larusso with an open hand slap.
Larusso throws a shot to the body.
Kuroda Atsushii has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Larusso throws a head kick that Atsushii semi-blocks.
Larusso takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Atsushii lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Larusso misses with a body kick.
Atsushii chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Larusso works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Atsushii attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
It seemed like Larusso was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Atsushii finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Atsushii throws a front kick aimed at Larusso's knee but Larusso avoids it well.
Atsushii keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Atsushii throws a leg kick which misses Larusso's front leg but catches the back leg as Larusso tries to avoid it.
Larusso dips to his left and cracks Atsushii with an uppercut!
Larusso checks the leg kick.
Larusso takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Larusso is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Atsushii.
Atsushii jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Atsushii throws a jab but it's blocked by Larusso.
Atsushii has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Larusso.#T3#
Jab by Larusso.
Atsushii slips a straight right by Larusso.
Atsushii misses with a low kick as Larusso jumps back.
Atsushii walks forward, straight into a front kick from Larusso.
Larusso is looking to score with low kicks.
Larusso shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Atsushii walks into a straight right hand from Larusso.
Larusso showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Atsushii.
Atsushii fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Atsushii checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Larusso scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
A head kick misses from Larusso.
Larusso throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Atsushii feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Larusso's calf.
Atsushii dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Larusso. That did some damage!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Atsushii uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Larusso. #T4#
Atsushii will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
The crowd cheers as Larusso lands an impressive looking overhand right. Atsushii doesn't seem phased though.
Atsushii moves away from the strike by Larusso.
Jab, jab by Larusso - just one landing.
Atsushii misses with a wild body shot.
Atsushii just misses with a punch to the body.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Atsushii lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Larusso has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Larusso and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Atsushii pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Larusso throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Some bone on bone action there as Larusso checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Daniel Larusso is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Atsushii swings for the body but Larusso moves out of range.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Atsushii takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Atsushii takes a swing at Larusso's ribcage but misses.
Atsushii takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Larusso misses with a leg kick.

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 Kuroda Atsushii.
Well Larusso 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 William Gold scores the fight 29:29
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 28:29
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Daniel Larusso!
An out of breath and clearly excited Daniel Larusso thanked Zenith Nutrition (160q/$200) for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).

Event: Syn 600 - All In
Date: Oct 20, 2018

#R1#
Atsushii uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Collins.
Collins throws a big shot that misses.
Atsushii throws a looping overhand right but Collins ducks down to avoid it.
Atsushii takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Collins fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
A left and a right from Collins both land. Nice combination.
Collins lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Atsushii at a distance.
Atsushii avoids the body shot from Collins.
Atsushii takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Collins stuns Atsushii with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Collins misses with a hook. Atsushii ducked under it nicely.
Collins has his takedown stuffed
enabling Atsushii to counter with a crisp jab.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Collins connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Atsushii looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#T1#
Collins punishes Atsushii's body with a nice straight punch.
Atsushii connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Atsushii throws an off balance right hand
and Collins counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Collins throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Atsushii counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Collins tries for a takedown but Atsushii circles away easily
enabling Atsushii to counter with a crisp jab.
Collins scores with a jab to the jaw.
A big left from Collins misses. #CL2#
Collins clinches.
A nice right hand lands inside from Atsushii.
Collins prevents a body shot from Atsushii. #TD2#
Collins pulls guard effortlessly.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Atsushii controlling from the top position.
Atsushii wants to control from the top but Collins keeps moving. #T2##SUB2#
Collins throws his legs up looking for a submission but Atsushii uses it to pass to side control.
You can see the frustration on Collins's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Collins takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Collins gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Collins is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2#
Collins is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Atsushii pulls his head out easily. #T3#
Atsushii seems to have lost interest with the ground game and is thinking about standing back up. #SU#
Atsushii postures up and decides to stand up, from the half guard. The ref calls for Collins to stand up.
Misha Collins seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Collins swings widly with a right hand
and Atsushii counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Collins has a takedown stuffed.
As Collins backs away, Atsushii returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Kuroda Atsushii has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Misha Collins.
Atsushii tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Collins was well out of range. Poor timing from Atsushii.
A clash of legs there as Collins blocks the low kick.
Kuroda Atsushii is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Collins throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Atsushii looks to land a left hand but Collins moved out of range nicely.
Collins throws a lazy right hand but Atsushii sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Collins uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Atsushii.#T4#
Atsushii throws a shot from downtown. Collins moves away and avoids it.
Collins throws a body punch but Atsushii moves out of range.
Collins misses with a right hand
and Atsushii connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Collins shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Atsushii sprawls well. Atsushii wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Collins gets slowly back to his feet.
Atsushii shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Collins dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Atsushii on the wrong end of a nice hook.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Atsushii walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Collins misses with a body shot
and Atsushii counters with a stiff right hand.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Misha Collins 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#
Collins misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Atsushii.
Atsushii keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Atsushii was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Collins's corner calls for a 1-2. Collins obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Atsushii takes a swing at Collins's ribcage but misses.
Collins stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Collins scores with a one two! Atsushii had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Collins shoots in looking for a takedown but Atsushii manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Collins's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Collins throws out a loose jab but Atsushii uses good head movement to avoid it.
Collins fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Atsushii manages to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Collins throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Collins throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Atsushii's waist but Atsushii gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Collins off to one side.
Atsushii appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Collins fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Collins staying out of range there.
Atsushii misses with a low kick. #T1#
Collins's jab looks to have found its range, popping Atsushii under the eye.
Collins shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Atsushii defends it nicely.
Kuroda Atsushii has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Misha Collins.
Atsushii wants to land a leg kick but Collins is out of range.
Atsushii gets cracked there but stands up to it.
A telegraphed right hand from Atsushii misses the target.
A little jabbing left from Collins on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Atsushii lands a really nice looking cross but Collins seems unphased.
Collins misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Atsushii counters with a nice uppercut.
Collins doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Collins missing with a left hand there. Atsushii was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Collins dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#T2#
Some bone on bone action there as Collins checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Atsushii with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Collins to score with a decent uppercut.
Collins throws a poor cross that misses
and Atsushii counters with a nice uppercut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Collins dives in for a single leg takedown but Atsushii sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the ropes.
Atsushii feinted there with a counter leg kick.#TD2#
Collins closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Atsushii to the mat! Atsushii manages to get full guard.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Collins working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Atsushii avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Collins advances to half guard.
Collins has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#SUB2#
Collins is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Atsushii doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Collins.
Collins is trying to control the action in half guard but Atsushii is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T3#
Atsushii is trying to control but can't.
Collins not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Collins not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Collins sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Atsushii defending well though.
Collins thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Atsushii is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.#SUB2#
Collins is looking for submissions but instead, Atsushii has regained full guard.
Collins throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Collins with a flurry of punches that miss.
Atsushii keeping moving, preventing Collins from controlling successfully.
Collins with a flurry of punches that miss.
Collins trying to control the position from guard on top but Atsushii is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Collins lands with a shot to the body.
Atsushii throws a head kick that misses.
Atsushii on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Misha Collins seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Collins slips under a jab.
Collins catches Atsushii with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Misha Collins showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Atsushii's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3#
Atsushii throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
A nice side step and Collins releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Collins ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Collins shoots in for a takedown but Atsushii shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
The fighters circling - Collins throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Atsushii scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Collins shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Atsushii as he avoids it easily.
Atsushii chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Atsushii misses with an uppercut
and Collins counters with a right hand to the body.
Atsushii connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Collins moves out of range of the leg kick from Atsushii.
Collins throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A counter left hand to the body from Atsushii misses its target.
Atsushii takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Collins scores with a jab to the body.#T1#
Collins lands a glancing blow to the side of Atsushii's head.
Collins lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Atsushii at a distance.
Atsushii wants to land a leg kick but Collins is out of range.
Atsushii misses with a hook.
Collins pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Collins takes a swing at Atsushii's ribcage but misses.
Collins is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Atsushii rather than just go for the knockout.
Collins looks to score with a jab to the body but Atsushii is just out of range.
Atsushii connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Collins momentarily.
Atsushii uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Collins.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Collins checks a leg kick.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Atsushii, right into the meat.
Collins digs a good body shot into Atsushii's ribs.
Kuroda Atsushii has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
The crowd cheers as Collins lands an impressive looking overhand right. Atsushii doesn't seem phased though.
Collins fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Collins tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Atsushii paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Atsushii uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Collins.
A little feinted left hand from Atsushii on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Atsushii scores with a hook.
Collins is trying hard to land a takedown here. Atsushii sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Atsushii thinks about countering with a head kick.
Kuroda Atsushii has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Misha Collins.
Collins fails with the takedown
and Atsushii counters with an outside leg kick.
Atsushii slaps away a takedown attempt from Collins, before circling back to the center of the mat.#TD2#
Collins closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Atsushii quickly recovers to half guard.#T3#
Atsushii is concentrating on defense, preventing Collins from advancing position.
Atsushii trying to control here.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Collins thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Collins missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Misha Collins has got the better of the ground game so far.
Atsushii moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Collins lands a couple of elbows.
Collins tries to free his leg and advance position but Atsushii is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Atsushii had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Collins defends it easily.#SUB2#
Collins drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Atsushii dives on top into guard.#REVR##T4#
Atsushii lands a couple of digs.#SUB2#
Collins looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Atsushii pushing down on Collins's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Collins moves into full guard.
Atsushii postures up.
Atsushii pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Collins is keeping the position for now.
Misha Collins is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#SUB2#
Collins looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Misha Collins.
I've got Collins 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 Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 28:30
Judge William Gold scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Misha Collins!
Misha Collins managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, KOMBAT KLOTHING, into his post fight interview.

Event: Syn 598
Date: Oct 07, 2018

#R1#
Kavanagh scores with a nice head shot.
Kavanagh dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Kavanagh wants to land a leg kick but Atsushii is out of range.
A jab from Kavanagh misses.
A little feinted left hand from Atsushii on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Kavanagh swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kavanagh tries a low kick but Atsushii avoids it.
Kavanagh looks to throw a body kick
and Atsushii counters with an outside leg kick.
Kavanagh throws a lazy right hand but Atsushii sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Atsushii throws a counter high kick but Kavanagh was just alert enough to avoid it.
Atsushii uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kavanagh.
Atsushii avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Brody Kavanagh seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Atsushii will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Kavanagh misses with a left hand
and Atsushii makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A big right from Kavanagh misses.
Atsushii tried to counter with a leg kick but Kavanagh avoided it.
Atsushii throws a sloppy head kick and Kavanagh moves out of range easily.
Kavanagh appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Atsushii has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kavanagh throws out a loose jab but Atsushii uses good head movement to avoid it.
A little feinted left hand from Atsushii on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Kavanagh scores with a leg kick. #T1#
Kavanagh throws a wild body kick that Atsushii sees coming a mile off.
The fighters circling - Kavanagh throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kavanagh tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Atsushii misses with a leg kick.
Kavanagh throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Atsushii thows a left - swing and a miss!
Nice uppercut there from Kavanagh.
Kavanagh throws out a leg kick but Atsushii moves out of range and Kavanagh only half commits.
Kavanagh loads up on a big right hand but Atsushii slips the punch.
Kavanagh fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Kavanagh swings widly with a right hand
and Atsushii counters with a slapping leg kick.
A head kick from Atsushii lands but Kavanagh takes it in his stride.
Atsushii takes a jab right on the kisser.
Kavanagh looks to land a left hand but Atsushii moved out of range nicely.
Kavanagh misses with a kick to the body.
Atsushii is looking for a counter combo.
Atsushii uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kavanagh. #T2#
Atsushii misses with a jab to the body
and Kavanagh counters with a thumping low kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Kavanagh.
Atsushii lands a two punch combo.
Atsushii throws a chopping leg kick but Kavanagh manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Atsushii misses with an uppercut. Kavanagh saw that one coming.
Atsushii throws a body shot but no joy.
A big right from Kavanagh misses.
Atsushii attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Atsushii pivots, looking for a leg kick but Kavanagh is out of range and Atsushii settles back down.
Atsushii blocks a jab.
Atsushii throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Atsushii takes a jab right on the kisser.
Kavanagh will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Kavanagh thuds his right hand into Atsushii's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Atsushii's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Kavanagh connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Atsushii scrambles back to his feet.#T3#
Kavanagh buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
A solid leg kick lands there for Kavanagh.
Kavanagh misses with a hook
and Atsushii counters with an inside leg kick.
Atsushii rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Kavanagh counters with a nice leg kick.
Kavanagh lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Atsushii misses with a hook to the body
and Kavanagh counters with a stiff right hand.
Kavanagh fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Atsushii is out of range.
Kavanagh swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kavanagh scores with a jab.
A slow jab from Kavanagh misses its intended target.
A quick step to the side and Atsushii tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Nice straight punches there by Kavanagh. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Kavanagh.
Kavanagh checks a leg kick nicely.
Donk. Atsushii catches Kavanagh right on the button with a cross.
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!
Atsushii with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Kavanagh slips under a jab from Atsushii.#T4#
Atsushii takes a swing at Kavanagh's ribcage but misses.
Atsushii walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Kavanagh checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Kavanagh misses the shot to the body.
Kavanagh throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Kavanagh thumps Atsushii with a low kick.
Kavanagh bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Atsushii's head backwards.
Kavanagh throws an off balance right hand
and Atsushii counters with a stiff right hand.
Kavanagh lands a body shot.
Atsushii defending well as Kavanagh loads up on a big left hand.
Atsushii takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Kavanagh throws a looping overhand right but Atsushii ducks down to avoid it.
Atsushii is looking to counter punch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Atsushii takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Kavanagh looks to land a right hand but Atsushii moved out of range.
A slapping leg kick lands for Kavanagh.
Atsushii connects with a single shot there.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Brody Kavanagh dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
A low kick from Atsushii misses
and Kavanagh counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Kavanagh lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
A looping hook to the body misses from Atsushii. Kavanagh does a little dance to reset his feet.
Nice shot lands for Kavanagh.
Atsushii steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kavanagh.
Atsushii thinks about countering with a head kick.
Kavanagh misses with a body kick.
Kavanagh looks to throw the jab but Atsushii is out of range.
Atsushii checks a leg kick.
Kavanagh throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
The fighters circling - Kavanagh throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kavanagh rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Atsushii counters with a stiff right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Atsushii's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Kavanagh connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Atsushii scrambles back to his feet.
Kavanagh has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Some bone on bone action there as Kavanagh checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Kavanagh steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Kavanagh throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Kavanagh misses with an attempted mid kick.
Kavanagh looks to land a right hand but Atsushii moved out of range.
Atsushii is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.#T1#
A big left from Kavanagh misses.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Atsushii might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Kavanagh is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Kavanagh missing with a left hand there. Atsushii was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Kavanagh throws a big shot that misses.
Atsushii throws a low kick but Kavanagh moves out of range easily.
Kavanagh throws a chopping leg kick but Atsushii manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Kavanagh throws a body punch but Atsushii moves out of range.
Atsushii keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kavanagh.
Kavanagh throws a jab but it's blocked by Atsushii.
Kavanagh throws a front kick that sends Atsushii stumbling back into the cage.
Kavanagh moves into range and connects with a jab.
Atsushii connects with a crisp jab.
Kavanagh ducks under a wild hook from Atsushii.
Kavanagh dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Atsushii. That did some damage!
Atsushii misses the jab.#T2#
Kavanagh throws an overhand right that lands on Atsushii's shoulder, as Atsushii tries to avoid the shot.
Kavanagh lands with a straight right. Atsushii didn't see that one coming.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kavanagh misses with a straight right.
Atsushii throws a counter high kick but Kavanagh was just alert enough to avoid it.
Atsushii defending well as Kavanagh loads up on a big left hand.
Kavanagh is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Atsushii.
A swing and a miss from Kavanagh.
Kavanagh looks to throw the jab but Atsushii is out of range.
Atsushii appears to be looking for a big counter.
Kavanagh scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Atsushii doesn't seem bothered though.
Atsushii is looking to chop away at Kavanagh's legs.
Kavanagh fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Atsushii manages to avoid it.
Kavanagh rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Atsushii moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Kavanagh throws a body punch but Atsushii moves out of range.
Kavanagh swings for the body but Atsushii moves out of range.
Atsushii throwing a counter right hand but Kavanagh manages to avoid it.
Kavanagh ducks under a wild hook from Atsushii.#T3#
Kavanagh on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Atsushii uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kavanagh.
Atsushii loads up on a big right hand but Kavanagh slips the punch.
Kavanagh attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Atsushii throwing a counter right hand but Kavanagh manages to avoid it.
Atsushii ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kavanagh moves away.
Atsushii swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kavanagh is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Atsushii with a body shot.
A lazy left from Kavanagh finds it's target.
Kavanagh checks a leg kick nicely.
Kavanagh chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Atsushii on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Kavanagh throws a looping overhand right but Atsushii ducks down to avoid it.
Kavanagh throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Atsushii sees it coming and avoids it easily.
As Kavanagh backs away, Atsushii returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Atsushii scores with a head kick. Kavanagh tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.#CUT#
It looks like Brody Kavanagh has been cut.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Kavanagh.
Kavanagh throws a nice outside leg kick. #T4#
Kavanagh throws a hook but Atsushii avoids it easily.
Atsushii swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kavanagh thows a left - swing and a miss!
Atsushii needs to keep his hands up - Kavanagh had a free shot at his head there.
Atsushii moves out of range of the body kick from Kavanagh.
Atsushii is looking to counter punch.
Kavanagh bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Kavanagh with a nice cross.
Kavanagh jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Brody Kavanagh seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Atsushii connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. #ROC#
Kavanagh is rocked!
Kavanagh throws a jab but it's blocked by Atsushii.
Atsushii uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kavanagh.
Kavanagh throws an off balance right hand
and Atsushii counters with a slapping leg kick.
Atsushii slips under a jab from Kavanagh.
Atsushii looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Kavanagh chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Atsushii throws a head kick but Kavanagh moves out of range.
Kavanagh blocks a leg kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Brody Kavanagh showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Brody Kavanagh's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Kavanagh tries to land a front kick but Atsushii steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Kavanagh wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
A leg kick checked by Atsushii.
Atsushii takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Kavanagh swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Atsushii tried to counter with a leg kick but Kavanagh avoided it.
Atsushii misses with a head kick.
Kavanagh misses with a left hand
and Atsushii counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Kavanagh throws a body punch but Atsushii moves out of range.
Kavanagh will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Atsushii bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Atsushii swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Atsushii throws a sloppy head kick and Kavanagh moves out of range easily.
Atsushii misses with a head kick.
Atsushii throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Atsushii on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.#T1#
Atsushii on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Atsushii drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Kavanagh throws a right hand that misses
and Kavanagh takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Kavanagh lands a lovely overhand right.
Atsushii throws a leg kick that is checked
and Kavanagh counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Kavanagh scores with a leg kick.
Kavanagh scores with a shot to the body.
Kavanagh misses the jab.
A little feinted left hand from Atsushii on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Kavanagh with a jab.
Kavanagh looks to throw the jab but Atsushii is out of range.
Kavanagh throws a jab when Atsushii was well out of range.
Kavanagh dips to his left and cracks Atsushii with an uppercut!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A slapping leg kick lands for Kavanagh.
Good leg kick by Kavanagh there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Kuroda Atsushii has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Nice shot lands for Kavanagh.
The fighters circling - Atsushii throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Atsushii keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Atsushii walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Kavanagh keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Some bone on bone action there as Atsushii checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Atsushii misses with a body shot.
Atsushii cracks a nice hook into Kavanagh's ribs.
Atsushii slips under a jab.
Atsushii looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Atsushii misses with a body shot.
Atsushii with a hook.
Atsushii misses with a straight left.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Kavanagh.
Kavanagh lands a jab.#T3#
Kavanagh uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Atsushii.
Kavanagh cracks Atsushii with a right hand to the side of the head.
Kavanagh looks to score with a jab to the body but Atsushii is just out of range.
Atsushii walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Kavanagh uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Atsushii.
Kavanagh swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Atsushii.
Atsushii gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Kavanagh throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Atsushii scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Atsushii pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Kavanagh, right into the meat.
Kavanagh has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Kavanagh there as he acknowledges the shot.
Kavanagh is still on wobbly legs! Can Atsushii finish him?
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Atsushii scores with a body shot.
Kavanagh takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Atsushii lands with a massive overhand right! Stick a fork in Kavanagh - he's out cold! Ermm... I think I just mixed my metaphors but yeah... That was a nice KO! Big win for Atsushii!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Kuroda Atsushii!
Kuroda Atsushii seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: PFC 62 Kitano vs Brophy*
Date: Sep 15, 2018

#R1#
Lennon throws a head kick that misses
and Lennon takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Atsushii throws a leg kick which misses Lennon's front leg but catches the back leg as Lennon tries to avoid it.
Lennon misses with a two punch combination.
Atsushii uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Lennon.
Atsushii pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Atsushii swats away the attempt to clinch by Lennon.
A decent looking cross lands there for Atsushii.
Atsushii bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lennon gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Atsushii counters with an inside leg kick.
Lennon tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Atsushii counters with a good low kick that Lennon was not able to check.
Lennon tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Atsushii paws at him with a jab and circles away.#T1#
Lennon tries to clinch there but Atsushii circles away.
Atsushii checks a low kick from Lennon.
Lennon looks to land a left hand but Atsushii moved out of range nicely.
Lennon misses with a looping left.
Atsushii seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Atsushii tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lennon was well out of range. Poor timing from Atsushii.
Lennon now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Lennon checks a leg kick.
Atsushii fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Lennon lunges at Atsushii with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Atsushii's hand.
Atsushii moves out of range of the strikes.
Atsushii keeps the fight on the outside.
Atsushii fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Lennon looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Lennon throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Atsushii sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Atsushii throwing a counter right hand but Lennon manages to avoid it.
Lennon lands a jab-cross combination.
Lennon swings for the body but Atsushii moves out of range.
Atsushii swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
We've been told by Atsushii's head coaches at Damage Inc. that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Atsushii on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Lennon. Lennon obviously looking to wear him down. #T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Atsushii throws a good cross that connects.
Lennon is looking to clinch.
Lennon throws a hook to the side of Atsushii's head but Atsushii sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Atsushii fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Atsushii feints and then cracks Lennon's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Lennon down.
Atsushii lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Lennon looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Atsushii circles away from the clinch attempt.
Lennon throws a push kick but Atsushii slaps the foot to one side.
Lennon connects with the punch.
Lennon throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Lennon lands a glancing blow to the side of Atsushii's head.
Lennon on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Lennon moves out of range as Atsushii strikes.
Lennon tries to counter with a clinch but Atsushii shakes him off and moves away.#T3#
Atsushii with a jab.
Atsushii scores with a jab to the jaw.
Atsushii takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Atsushii looks to score with a jab to the body but Lennon is just out of range.
Atsushii chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Lennon can pounce on him.
Lennon catches Atsushii with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Atsushii lands a brutal head kick. Lennon looks out on his feet and Atsushii throws more strikes until the ref is forced to stop the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Kick and Punches). Kuroda Atsushii!
A victorious Kuroda Atsushii thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: DARE 61
Date: Aug 11, 2018

#R1#
Crespo swings widly with a right hand
and Atsushii counters with a straight right hand.
Crespo blocks a head kick by Atsushii.
Atsushii takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Crespo moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Atsushii fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Crespo.
Atsushii moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
A slow jab from Crespo misses its intended target.
Atsushii tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Atsushii throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Atsushii blocks a leg kick.
Crespo really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Crespo checks a leg kick nicely.
Crespo feinted with a counter takedown.
Atsushii throws a leg kick which misses Crespo's front leg but catches the back leg as Crespo tries to avoid it.
Atsushii slips a straight right by Crespo.
Atsushii lands with a thumping leg kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Crespo throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Atsushii flicks out a counter leg kick but Crespo steps away.
Crespo fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Atsushii manages to avoid it.#T1#
Crespo checks a leg kick.
Crespo changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Kuroda Atsushii seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Crespo slips under a jab from Atsushii.#KD2#
Atsushii lands a big head kick that sends Crespo tumbling to the mat! Atsushii takes a step backwards and waves Crespo back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC2#
Crespo is rocked!
Atsushii fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Oh Crespo is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Atsushii throws a leg kick which misses Crespo's front leg but catches the back leg as Crespo tries to avoid it.
Atsushii flashes Crespo a smile before throwing a beast of a right hand, straight down the pipe. Crespo's eyes follow the hand right onto his nose, taking in it's full glory... and then darkness. Crespo crumples to the floor! He's out cold! Atsushii punches the air and yells at the top of his lungs - yeeeeeeeeeeah!!!! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Kuroda Atsushii!
Kuroda Atsushii thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: DARE 54
Date: Jul 07, 2018

#R1#
Atsushii throws a series of strikes that have Fighter backpedaling.
Atsushii on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Fighter. Fighter obviously looking to wear him down.
Atsushii throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Fighter has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Fighter misses with a low kick.
Atsushii throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Fighter counters with a low kick, right behind Atsushii 's knee.
Atsushii blocks a leg kick.
Atsushii has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Fighter.
Fighter wants to land a leg kick but Atsushii is out of range.
Good leg kick by Atsushii there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Kuroda Atsushii seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Fighter slips under a jab.
Fighter jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A jab lands there for Fighter.#T1#
Atsushii throws a big shot that misses.
Fighter appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Fighter misses with a straight right.
Atsushii throws a counter combo.
Fighter takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Nice jab there from Atsushii.
Fighter takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Atsushii moves away from the strike by Fighter.
Fighter ducks under a wild hook from Atsushii.
A counter left hand to the body from Fighter misses its target.
Atsushii tries to land a front kick but Fighter steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
A looping hook to the body misses from Atsushii. Fighter does a little dance to reset his feet.
Atsushii avoids the body shot from Fighter. #T2#
Atsushii needs to keep his hands up - Fighter had a free shot at his head there.
Atsushii swings widly with a right hand
letting Fighter counter with a right hand.
Fighter throws a leg kick which misses Atsushii's front leg but catches the back leg as Atsushii tries to avoid it.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Fighter throws a body kick that misses
enabling Atsushii to counter with a crisp jab.
Atsushii ducks under a wild hook from Fighter.
Atsushii misses with a wild body shot.
Atsushii is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Atsushii swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Fighter avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Atsushii swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Fighter stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Atsushii.#T3#
Atsushii looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Atsushii throws a hook but Fighter avoids it easily.
Fighter shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Atsushii misses with a head kick.
Fighter stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.#ROC#
Atsushii is rocked!
Atsushii misses with a lunging right hand
and Fighter counters with a right hand from hell and Atsushii is out cold! A vicious knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:40 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Street Fighter!
Street Fighter retains his featherweight title!
Street Fighter looked relieved post fight as he said the following; '121'.

Event: DARE 50
Date: Jun 09, 2018

#R1#
Lizotte misses with a left hand
and Atsushii counters with an inside leg kick.
Lizotte's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Atsushii connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Lizotte scrambles back to his feet.
Lizotte throws a leg kick
and Atsushii counters with a leg kick.
Lizotte throws a solid leg kick but Atsushii takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Lizotte.
Lizotte scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Lizotte blocks a jab.
Atsushii tries a head kick but it misses.
Lizotte lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Lizotte throws a body shot but no joy.
Atsushii checks a leg kick nicely.
Atsushii lands a head kick. Lizotte smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#KD#
Atsushii lands a big head kick that sends Lizotte tumbling to the mat! Atsushii takes a step backwards and waves Lizotte back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC#
Lizotte is rocked!
Atsushii takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Lizotte is still on wobbly legs! Can Atsushii finish him?
Atsushii lands a nice leg kick that just misses Lizotte's sensitive parts.
Lizotte seems to have recovered his senses.#T1#
Atsushii throws a low kick but Lizotte avoids it.
Atsushii takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Lizotte ducks under a wild hook from Atsushii.
Lizotte misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Atsushii.
Lizotte swings away with a leg kick that misses.
A chopping leg kick lands by Lizotte.
Atsushii scores with a jab to the head.
Atsushii avoids the body shot from Lizotte.
Lizotte swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Atsushii connects with a leg kick. Lizotte looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Good exchange - Lizotte coming out on top.
Atsushii scores with a decent looking hook.#T2#
Atsushii lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Lizotte circles away quickly and effectively.
Lizotte ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lizotte misses with a body punch
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Lizotte feints and then cracks Atsushii's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Atsushii down.
Lizotte swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Lizotte scores with a jab. Atsushii acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Lizotte misses with a looping left.
Lizotte throws a leg kick
and Atsushii counters with a good low kick that Lizotte was not able to check.
Lizotte attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Lizotte uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Atsushii.
Atsushii takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Atsushii on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Lizotte is looking to score with low kicks.#T3#
Atsushii wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Lizotte tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Lizotte lands a nice shot to the body.
Lizotte misses with a jab, cross combination.
Atsushii thuds his right hand into Lizotte's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Lizotte lands a nice leg kick that just misses Atsushii's sensitive parts.
Lizotte slips under a jab.
Atsushii loads up on a big right hand but Lizotte slips the punch.
Atsushii uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Lizotte.
Atsushii appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Lizotte. Atsushii shrugs it off though.
Lizotte lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Atsushii circles away quickly and effectively.
Atsushii takes a swing at Lizotte's ribcage but misses.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Lizotte! But no joy.
A telegraphed right hand from Atsushii misses the target.
Lizotte throws out a counter right but Atsushii avoids it with no problem.#T4#
Lizotte throws an off balance right hand
and Atsushii counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lizotte lands a nice hook to Atsushii's body. Atsushii takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Lizotte lands a nice looking body shot.
Stephan Lizotte seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lizotte is looking to chop away at Atsushii's legs.
Lizotte throws a predictable looking body shot
and Atsushii counters with a stiff right hand.
Lizotte thuds a left hand into Atsushii's body.
Atsushii swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lizotte throws a leg kick that is checked
and Atsushii counters with a nice leg kick.
Lizotte just misses with a punch to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Atsushii throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Lizotte makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Lizotte looks to score with a jab to the body but Atsushii is just out of range.
The fighters circling - Atsushii throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
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 Kuroda Atsushii will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Lizotte cracks Atsushii with an open hand slap.
Lizotte looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Atsushii just misses with a punch to the body.
Lizotte pivots, looking for a leg kick but Atsushii is out of range and Lizotte settles back down.
Lizotte moves out of range of the body kick from Atsushii.
Lizotte throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
An attempted straight right counter from Atsushii misses the target.
Lizotte is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Atsushii rather than just go for the knockout.
Lizotte on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Atsushii uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Lizotte.
Lizotte uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Atsushii.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lizotte misses the shot to the body.
Atsushii was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Atsushii throws a lazy right hand but Lizotte sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Atsushii tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Lizotte is able to avoid easily.
A slow jab from Atsushii misses its intended target. #T1#
Lizotte is looking to slow Atsushii down with leg kicks.
Lizotte misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Atsushii looks to land a right hand but Lizotte moved out of range.
Lizotte throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lizotte lands with a nice body kick.
Lizotte missing with a left hand there. Atsushii was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Lizotte misses the jab.
A clash of legs there as Atsushii blocks the low kick.
Atsushii scores with a one two! Lizotte had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Lizotte connects with a body shot.
Atsushii misses with a hook.
Atsushii moves out of range of the body kick from Lizotte. #T2#
Lizotte keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Lizotte only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Lizotte throws a jab but it's blocked by Atsushii.
Lizotte gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Atsushii connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Atsushii scores with a decent looking hook.
Atsushii throws a lazy right hand but Lizotte sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Lizotte misses with a looping right.
A counter left hand to the body from Atsushii misses its target.
Lizotte misses with a wild body shot.
Lizotte wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Lizotte scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Lizotte misses with a jab to the body
and Atsushii counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Lizotte misses with a straight left.
Lizotte moves out of range as Atsushii strikes.
Lizotte tries a low kick but Atsushii avoids it.#T3#
Atsushii fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Lizotte checks it well.
Atsushii throws a leg kick but Lizotte moved away.
Atsushii connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Lizotte changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Lizotte misses with a leg kick
and Atsushii counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Atsushii drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Lizotte throws a nice outside leg kick.
A leg kick checked by Atsushii.
An inside leg kick lands from Atsushii.
Atsushii misses with a jab to the body
and Lizotte counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Nice body punch from Lizotte.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Atsushii fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Lizotte looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.#T4#
Lizotte sizes up Atsushii with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Lizotte throws a body punch but Atsushii moves out of range.
A shot to the body from Lizotte misses
and Atsushii counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Lizotte checks a low kick from Atsushii.
Lizotte throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Atsushii counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Lizotte will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Atsushii takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Lizotte's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Lizotte throws a low kick, looking for Atsushii's leg but Atsushii calmly moves out of range.
A low kick from Lizotte misses
and Atsushii counters with a nice leg kick.
Atsushii throws a hook but Lizotte blocks it.
Atsushii slips under a jab from Lizotte.
Atsushii feinted there with a counter leg kick.
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 Kuroda Atsushii will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Lizotte tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Atsushii is able to avoid easily.
Atsushii appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Atsushii throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lizotte throws a head kick that misses.
A solid leg kick lands there for Atsushii.
Lizotte shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Atsushii eats them both and turns towards Lizotte to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Lizotte ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Atsushii moves away.
Atsushii swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Atsushii is looking to score with low kicks.
Atsushii checks a leg kick.
Atsushii half committed to a counter leg kick.
Lizotte 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The fighters circle momentarily. Lizotte darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Atsushii scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Atsushii takes a swing at Lizotte's ribcage but misses.
Atsushii takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.#T1#
Lizotte takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Atsushii takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Atsushii misses with a hook. Lizotte ducked under it nicely.
Lizotte tries a quick counter leg kick but Atsushii is wise to it.
Atsushii pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Atsushii throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Atsushii has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Sloppy strikes from Atsushii. Those never looked like landing.
Lizotte appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Lizotte uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Atsushii.
Atsushii tests Lizotte's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Atsushii connects with a body shot that sends Lizotte's belly button to the back.
Good leg kick by Lizotte there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud. #T2#
Lizotte misses with a body kick.
A swing and a miss from Lizotte.
It looked like Atsushii wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Stephan Lizotte has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Lizotte stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Atsushii.
Atsushii misses with a left hand
and Lizotte counters with a lovely straight right hand!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lizotte misses with a wild body shot.
Lizotte lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Atsushii throws a right and a left that both miss.
Atsushii throws an overhand right that lands on Lizotte's shoulder, as Lizotte tries to avoid the shot.
Lizotte looks to score with a jab to the body but Atsushii is just out of range.
Atsushii moves out of range as Lizotte strikes.
Lizotte tries to score with a low kick but Atsushii moves his leg out of the way.
Atsushii misses with a body shot. #T3#
A big right from Atsushii misses.
Lizotte looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Atsushii on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Lizotte. Lizotte obviously looking to wear him down.
Lizotte misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Atsushii half committed to a counter leg kick.
Atsushii jabs at Lizotte's body.
Lizotte looks to land a combination but Atsushii avoids it well.
Lizotte takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Lizotte throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kuroda Atsushii is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Lizotte blocks a head kick by Atsushii.
Lizotte is looking to chop away at Atsushii's legs.
Lizotte gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Atsushii counters with a slapping leg kick.
Lizotte misses the body punch
and Atsushii counters with a stiff right hand.
Kuroda Atsushii is winning the standup battle so far.
Lizotte misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Atsushii counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Lizotte throws an overhand right that lands on Atsushii's shoulder, as Atsushii tries to avoid the shot. #T4#
Atsushii lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Lizotte tries a head kick but it misses.
Lizotte moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lizotte sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Atsushii cracks Lizotte with a good jab.
Atsushii scores with a leg kick.
Lizotte misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Atsushii counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
A low kick from Lizotte is predictable there
letting Atsushii counter with a right hand.
Atsushii lands a right hook to the body.
Atsushii fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Lizotte has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Lizotte misses with a lunging right hand
and Atsushii counters with an outside leg kick.
Atsushii with a body punch. A glancing blow.

And that's the end of the fight!
Kuroda Atsushii showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Atsushii 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 Nard Betker scores the fight 29:28
Judge Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 29:29
Judge Radbod Blank scores the fight 30:28

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Kuroda Atsushii!
Kuroda Atsushii decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: DARE 43
Date: May 05, 2018

#R1#
Atsushii moves out of range as McGinnis throws a body kick.
McGinnis misses with an uppercut. Atsushii saw that one coming.
McGinnis tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Atsushii looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Atsushii sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Atsushii throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
McGinnis looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
McGinnis throws a half hearted mid kick.
We've been informed that Atsushii has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
McGinnis misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Atsushii.
Atsushii slips under a jab.
Atsushii moves out of range as McGinnis strikes.
Aaron McGinnis seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
McGinnis scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Atsushii with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling McGinnis to score with a decent uppercut.
Atsushii walks into a jab.#CL#
McGinnis clinches with his opponent.
McGinnis's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Atsushii tries to work over McGinnis's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #T1#
McGinnis pushes Atsushii back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
McGinnis tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Atsushii lands a right hand that snaps the head of McGinnis backwards.
McGinnis tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Atsushii misses with a body punch.
McGinnis working aggressively here.
McGinnis tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
McGinnis tries to throw a body punch but Atsushii avoids it by throwing McGinnis back against the cage.
McGinnis lands a body shot.
Nice body punch from Atsushii - that landed with a thud.
McGinnis misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC2#
Atsushii breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
McGinnis lands with a thumping leg kick.
Atsushii throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Atsushii throws a low kick but McGinnis avoids it.
McGinnis stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
McGinnis cracks Atsushii with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.#T2#
McGinnis swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Atsushii flicks out a counter leg kick but McGinnis steps away.
McGinnis lands with a nice body kick.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
McGinnis lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Atsushii at a distance.
McGinnis tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Atsushii moves out of range of the body kick from McGinnis.
McGinnis scores with a spinning back kick!
McGinnis plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
A lazy left from McGinnis finds it's target.
McGinnis motions for Atsushii to come forward. McGinnis throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
A low kick from McGinnis is predictable there
and Atsushii connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
McGinnis misses with a body kick.
Atsushii feints and then cracks McGinnis's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow McGinnis down.
McGinnis looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks. #T3#
McGinnis tries a low kick but Atsushii avoids it.
Atsushii displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as McGinnis throws out the jab.
McGinnis throws the left hand but Atsushii avoids the punch easily.
A little jabbing left from Atsushii on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#KD2#
Atsushii lands a big head kick that sends McGinnis tumbling to the mat! Atsushii takes a step backwards and waves McGinnis back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC2#
McGinnis is rocked!
McGinnis throws a lazy head kick
and Atsushii scores with a counter punch that sends McGinnis to the canvas! Atsushii smells blood - he's punishing McGinnis with more strikes and the ref has stopped it! McGinnis has no idea where he is - he's tackled the ref... oh dear, poor guy, the crowd is in hysterics!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Kuroda Atsushii!
A victorious Kuroda Atsushii thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: DARE: KNEE DAD VS. ZHAI
Date: Apr 11, 2018

#R1#
Malingo displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Atsushii throws out the jab.
Atsushii connects with a right hand. Malingo shakes it off.
Malingo shoots in for a takedown but Atsushii shows good takedown defense.
A big right from Atsushii misses.
Malingo shoots in but no luck this time.
Atsushii tries to work over Malingo's front leg with a kick but Malingo checks it.
Malingo throwing a counter right hand but Atsushii manages to avoid it.
Atsushii scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Atsushii works the jab nicely.
Malingo throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Atsushii counters with a nice kick to the body.
Atsushii displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Malingo.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Eddie Malingo. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Nice sprawl there from Atsushii as Malingo shoots in.
Atsushii throws a shot to the body.
Good work by Malingo as he checks the leg kick.
Malingo was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Malingo uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Atsushii.
Atsushii tries to land a leg kick but Malingo saw it coming and moves away.
Malingo has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Malingo works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Malingo avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
The crowd cheers as Atsushii lands an impressive looking overhand right. Malingo doesn't seem phased though.
A big left from Malingo misses.
Atsushii let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Malingo misses with a right hand
and Atsushii counters with an inside leg kick. #T2#
Malingo gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Atsushii.
A looping hook to the body misses from Atsushii. Malingo does a little dance to reset his feet.
Malingo was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Atsushii throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Atsushii moves out of range of the strikes.
Decent striking displayed by Atsushii there.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Malingo darts in looking for a takedown but Atsushii gets double underhooks and turns Malingo into the cage.
Malingo moves away from the strike by Atsushii.
Atsushii lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Malingo has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Atsushii.#T3#
Atsushii ducks right into an uppercut from Malingo.
Malingo avoids the body shot from Atsushii.
Malingo takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Atsushii throws a head kick that misses.
It looked like Malingo wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Malingo takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Nice shot lands for Atsushii.#CUT2#
It looks like Eddie Malingo has been cut.
Atsushii scores with a nice strike.
Malingo slips under a jab from Atsushii.
Malingo 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.
Malingo takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.#ROC2#
Malingo is rocked!
Atsushii is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Malingo had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.#T4#
Atsushii fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Malingo looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Oh Malingo is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Malingo shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Atsushii but Atsushii pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Atsushii dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Malingo seems to have got his legs back now.
Atsushii throws an overhand right that drops Malingo like a sack of potatoes! Atsushii dives in to finish the fight with more strikes and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:25 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Kuroda Atsushii!
An out of breath Kuroda Atsushii thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: Aspire 98: Green vs. Kavanagh
Date: Jan 17, 2018

#R1#
A big left from Podolski misses.
That kick from Atsushii tenderised Podolski's leg. Podolski is trying to keep his angry face on.
Atsushii misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Podolski.
Podolski scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Atsushii feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Podolskis jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Atsushii uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Podolski.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
A jab from Podolski misses.
We've been told by Atsushii's head coaches at White Eagle that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Atsushii bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Podolski's head backwards.
Podolski misses with a leg kick.
Podolski connects with an inside leg kick.
Atsushii slips a straight right by Podolski.
Podolski tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Atsushii scores with a jab. Podolski acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Atsushii checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Atsushii throws a hook but Podolski avoids it easily.
Podolski looks to throw the jab but Atsushii is out of range.
Atsushii keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Podolski.
Podolski wants to slow Atsushii down by chopping away at his legs.
Podolski moves out of range of the body kick from Atsushii.
Atsushii sizes up Podolski with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Atsushii scores with a sloppy right hand. Podolski should have avoided that one.
Atsushii has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Podolski finds it's way round the side to connect with Atsushii's head.
Good standup being displayed there by Atsushii as he connects with a hook.#T1#
Podolski throws an overhand right that lands on Atsushii's shoulder, as Atsushii tries to avoid the shot.
Podolski avoids the body shot from Atsushii.
Atsushii throws a leg kick
and Atsushii takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Atsushii checks a leg kick nicely.
Podolski lands with a hook. Atsushii tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Podolski throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Podolski takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Atsushii throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Good exchange - Podolski coming out on top.
Podolski shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Atsushii misses with a wild body shot.
Podolski jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Atsushii bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A good leg kick by Atsushii.
Atsushii gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Podolski defending well as Atsushii loads up on a big left hand.
Podolski steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Atsushii.
Atsushii tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
You can follow us on Twitter at...Ooooooh Atsushii got wobbled bad by a big combination! Podolski presses forward with punches and knees until Atsushii stumbles to the ground! The ref watches Atsushii closely before deciding to step in and end the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Michail Podolski!
Michail Podolski really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Aspire Nutrition logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.

Event: Aspire 95: Green vs Souvlaki 2
Date: Dec 24, 2017

#R1#
Gotti throws a big shot that misses.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Gotti 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.
Gotti throws a looping overhand right but Atsushii ducks down to avoid it.
Atsushii throws a head kick that misses.
Gotti goes for a double leg but Atsushii avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Atsushii continues to drive forward.
An attempted straight right counter from Atsushii misses the target.
Atsushii throws the left hand but Gotti avoids the punch easily.
Gotti is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Gotti lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Gotti throws a body punch but Atsushii moves out of range.
Gotti is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#TD2#
Gotti feints and as Atsushii raises his hands in defense, Gotti changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Atsushii seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #T1#
Gotti loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Gotti with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gotti 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.
Gotti stopping the sweep attempt from Atsushii.#SUB2#
Gotti drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Atsushii manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Gotti has Atsushii in his guard.#REVR#
Gotti tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T2#
Gotti has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#SUB2#
Gotti looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Gotti keeping moving, preventing Atsushii from controlling successfully.
Gotti has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Atsushii has passed into side control.
Gotti manages to work his way to half guard, despite Atsushii's best efforts.#SUB2#
Gotti looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Gotti tries to roll over but Atsushii keeps him under control.#T3#
Atsushii trying to control the pace.
Gotti has a hand on Atsushii's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Atsushii takes advantage of the position though and mounts him!
Gotti tries to reverse the position but Atsushii maintains control.
Atsushii tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Gotti is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Gotti gets back to half guard.
Gotti tries to roll over but Atsushii keeps him under control.#T4#
Gotti is staying active underneath Atsushii, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB2#
Gotti looking for subs from the bottom but Atsushii mounts him!
Gotti can't escape the position.
Atsushii controlling from mount.
Gotti is desperately trying to improve his position but Atsushii has a good base and remains in mount.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Gotti keeps trying to improve his position.
Atsushii tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
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 Kuroda Atsushii will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Gotti throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Atsushii throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Nice uppercut there from Gotti.
Gotti fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Atsushii manages to avoid it.
Gotti moves out of range as Atsushii throws a body kick.
Atsushii tries a low kick but Gotti avoids it.
Don Gotti seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Gotti looks to score with a jab to the body but Atsushii is just out of range.
Gotti tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Atsushii manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
As Gotti backs away, Atsushii returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Gotti lunges at Atsushii with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Atsushii's hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Atsushii throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Gotti's head.
Gotti misses with an uppercut
and Atsushii counters with a right hand to the body.
Gotti blocks a head kick by Atsushii. #TD2#
Gotti shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB2#
Gotti is looking for a kimura but Atsushii is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Gotti to get the leverage. #T1##SUB2#
Gotti is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Atsushii has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB2#
Gotti is working for a submission of some sort.
Don Gotti has got the better of the ground game so far.
Atsushii preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head. #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#
Gotti is working for a kimura but Atsushii is defending it quite comfortably.
Atsushii is not content to let Gotti control the position.#SUB2#
Gotti is looking for a kimura here. #SUB2#
Gotti wants to work for an arm triangle but Atsushii is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #SUB2#
Gotti is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #T3##SUB2#
Gotti is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Gotti is looking to take a break and control but Atsushii is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Atsushii slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Gotti won't allow Atsushii to sweep him here.
Gotti passes easily into side control. Nice work.#SUB2#
Gotti working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #T4#
Atsushii takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well. #SUB2#
Gotti tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Atsushii is looking to regain half guard here but Gotti keeps moving and retains side control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Gotti working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB2#
Gotti working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Don Gotti showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R3#
Gotti comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Gotti will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Gotti misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Atsushii.
Atsushii appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Gotti. Atsushii does a little dance to reset his feet.
Atsushii's corner calls for a 1-2. Atsushii obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Atsushii lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Gotti circles away quickly and effectively.
Gotti throws a body punch but Atsushii moves out of range.
Atsushii went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Gotti throws a body shot but no joy.
Atsushii swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Atsushii lands a nice hook to Gotti's body. Gotti takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. #T1#
Atsushii throws a lazy body kick #TD2#
and Gotti counters with a shoot takedown. Atsushii fights it but they end up in guard.
Atsushii looking to hit a scissor sweep but Gotti is one step ahead there.
Gotti trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Atsushii seems keen to control Gotti's posture.
Atsushii working a defensive guard here.
Atsushii pulls Gotti in close to prevent any damage.
Gotti postures up.
Gotti won't allow Atsushii to sweep him here. #T2##SUB2#
Gotti drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Atsushii manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Gotti has Atsushii in his guard.#REVR#
Gotti looking for a sweep. Not yet Gotti, not yet.
Atsushii sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Gotti wants to sweep here but Atsushii controlling him for the moment. #SUB2#
Gotti has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Atsushii is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Gotti.#T3#
Gotti looks to move to half guard but instead Atsushii has passed into mount! Damn!
Atsushii can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Gotti is looking to escape.
Atsushii prevents Gotti from getting the reversal.
Gotti is still trying to improve position.
Gotti sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Atsushii trying to control from half guard but Gotti is working away. #T4##SUB2#
Gotti looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and Atsushii pushes past his half guard into mount!
Atsushii controlling his opponent.
Gotti is working to get back to half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Gotti regains half guard.
Atsushii prevents Gotti from improving his position.

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 Kuroda Atsushii.
I think Atsushii 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 William Gold scores the fight 29:28
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 29:28
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kuroda Atsushii!
Our winner, Kuroda Atsushii, 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: Aspire 87: Green v McGee
Date: Nov 01, 2017

#R1#
Marshall connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Atsushii's hands.
Atsushii moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Marshall takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Marshall misses with a hook. Atsushii ducked under it nicely.
Marshall jabs Atsushii to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Atsushii uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Marshall.
A nice inside leg kick there by Atsushii. That's going to slow Marshall down.
Good leg kick by Atsushii there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Marshall misses with an uppercut.
Atsushii swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Marshall listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Marshall chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Atsushii can pounce on him.
Marshall misses the jab.
Marshall connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Atsushii swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Atsushii misses with a left hand
and Marshall counters with a straight right hand.
Marshall chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Atsushii can pounce on him.
Marshall looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Atsushii looks to land a right hand but Marshall moved out of range.
Marshall swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Atsushii lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Marshall scores with a hook to the body. Atsushii takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Atsushii throws a right hand that misses
and Marshall counters with a straight right hand.#T1#
Marshall throws a right and a left that Atsushii avoids nicely.
That kick from Atsushii tenderised Marshall's leg. Marshall is trying to keep his angry face on.
Atsushii scores with a hook.
Marshall throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Marshall tries to bum rush Atsushii with a series of wild strikes but Atsushii uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
A little jabbing left from Atsushii on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Marshall has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Tōshi in the buildup to the fight.
Marshall takes a swing at Atsushii's ribcage but misses.
Atsushii is looking to score with low kicks.
Atsushii scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Atsushii lands a nice leg kick that just misses Marshall's sensitive parts.
Atsushii throws a body kick that misses.
Atsushii keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Marshall ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Atsushii moves away.
Atsushii looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Atsushii thuds his shin into the meat of Marshall's side.
Atsushii scores with a body shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Marshall looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.#CL2#
Atsushii closes the distance and clinches.
Atsushii misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Atsushii lands a right hand.
Marshall fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #T2#
Marshall swings wildly with an uppercut but Atsushii uses good head movement to avoid it.
Marshall misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Marshall misses with a body punch. #BC2#
Atsushii breaks from the clinch.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Marshall takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Jab by Atsushii.
Marshall throws a lazy uppercut
and Atsushii counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Atsushii doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Atsushii cracks the inside of Marshall's front leg.
Marshall looks to score with a jab to the body but Atsushii is just out of range.
Atsushii slips under a jab from Marshall.
A shot to the liver by Atsushii. Beautiful body shot.
Marshall stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Atsushii.
Marshall checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Atsushii throws out a leg kick but Marshall moves out of range and Atsushii only half commits.
A big right from Marshall misses.
Marshall is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Atsushii fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Atsushii connects with an inside leg kick.#T3#
Marshall throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Atsushii stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Atsushii throws the left hand but Marshall avoids the punch easily.
Atsushii looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Atsushii chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Marshall takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Kuroda Atsushii seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Atsushii throws a hook but Marshall avoids it easily.
Marshall digs a good hook to Atsushii's body.
Atsushii uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Marshall.
Atsushii fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Decent striking displayed by Marshall there.
Marshall looks to land a right hand but Atsushii moved out of range.
A jab from Atsushii finds it's way through Marshall's defenses.
Atsushii takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
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!
Atsushii connects with a looping right hand.
Atsushii thuds his shin into the meat of Marshall's side.
Marshall takes a swing at Atsushii's ribcage but misses.
Atsushii bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.#CL2#
Atsushii drives through and clinches with Marshall against the cage.
Marshall scores with a shoulder strike.
Marshall tries to throw a body punch but Atsushii avoids it by throwing Marshall back against the cage. #T4#
Marshall misses with a short punch on the inside.
Marshall scores with a hook to the body.#BC2#
Atsushii breaks the clinch.
Marshall with a jab.
A jab from Marshall finds it's way through Atsushii's defenses.
Marshall fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Atsushii manages to avoid it.
Marshall throws a jab when Atsushii was well out of range.
Marshall avoids the body shot from Atsushii.
Marshall checks the leg kick nicely there.
Atsushii feints and then cracks Marshall's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Marshall down.
Marshall bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Marshall ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Atsushii moves away.
Atsushii connects with a single shot there.
Nice defenses there by Atsushii.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Atsushii bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Marshall tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Atsushii manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Marshall looks to score with a jab to the body but Atsushii is just out of range.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Atsushii! But no joy.
Atsushii lands a leg kick that knocks Marshall off balance momentarily.
Atsushii slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Kuroda Atsushii dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Marshall connects with the punch.#CL#
Marshall rushes Atsushii and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
A hook to the body from Atsushii.
Atsushii blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Atsushii blocks a body shot from Marshall.
Atsushii blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Marshall scores with a shoulder strike.
Marshall pushes Atsushii back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Marshall.
Atsushii lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Marshall blocks a body shot from Atsushii.
Marshall working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Marshall throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
A short uppercut from Marshall.
A short left from Marshall.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Atsushii tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Marshall misses with a shot to the kidneys. #BC2#
Atsushii breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Marshall takes one on the button.#T1#
Atsushii staying out of range there.
Marshall with a nice cross.
A telegraphed right hand from Atsushii misses the target.
Atsushii staying out of range there.
Atsushii moves out of range as Marshall strikes.
Atsushii misses with an uppercut.
Marshall is looking for a counter combo.
Atsushii takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Marshall displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Atsushii throws out the jab.
Atsushii swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Atsushii cracks a nice hook into Marshall's ribs.
Atsushii cracks the inside of Marshall's front leg.
Atsushii keeps the fight on the outside.
Atsushii connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Marshall lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
A looping hook to the body misses from Marshall. Atsushii does a little dance to reset his feet.
Atsushii connects with a single shot there.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Atsushii lands with a shot to the body.
Atsushii throws out a loose jab but Marshall uses good head movement to avoid it.
Marshall throws an off balance right hand
and Atsushii counters with a one-two to the body.
Atsushii avoids the body shot from Marshall. #T2#
Atsushii looks to land a body kick but Marshall moved away.
That kick from Atsushii tenderised Marshall's leg. Marshall is trying to keep his angry face on.
Atsushii delivers a nice body kick.
A clash of legs there as Marshall blocks the low kick.
Marshall misses with a jab, cross combination.
Marshall avoids the body shot from Atsushii.
Atsushii fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Marshall.
Atsushii fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Marshall.
Atsushii misses with a straight right.
Atsushii misses with a hook. Marshall ducked under it nicely.
Marshall displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Atsushii throws out the jab.
Atsushii fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Marshall looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Atsushii keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Atsushii ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Marshall connects with a good right hand that stumbles Atsushii. Atsushii circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Marshall throws the left hand but Atsushii avoids the punch easily.
Marshall throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Atsushii sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Atsushii keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #T3#
Marshall has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Marshall there as he acknowledges the shot.
Marshall lands with an uppercut that bounces Atsushii off the cage and back into range.
Marshall scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Marshall tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Atsushii was well out of range. Poor timing from Marshall.#CL2#
Atsushii closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Atsushii misses with some punches.
Atsushii's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Atsushii swings wildly with an uppercut but Marshall uses good head movement to avoid it.
Marshall blocking some punches.
Atsushii tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Marshall's elbow.
Atsushii lands a left hand that snaps the head of Marshall backwards.
Marshall goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Marshall. #BC2#
Atsushii escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Marshall throws a jab but it's blocked by Atsushii.
Atsushii misses with a body kick.
Marshall is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Marshall throws a body shot but no joy.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Marshall connects with a body shot that sends Atsushii's belly button to the back.#T4#
Atsushii lands a nice shot that snaps Marshall's head back.
Marshall will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Atsushii scores with a hook to the body. Marshall takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Marshall throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Atsushii misses with a wild body shot.
Marshall avoids a kick to the body.
Atsushii misses with an attempted mid kick.
Atsushii swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Marshall thuds his right hand into Atsushii's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Marshall on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Atsushii. Atsushii obviously looking to wear him down.
Atsushii misses with a straight left.
Marshall throws a right hand that Atsushii ducks under and follows up with a left that Atsushii also avoids with ease.
Atsushii lets loose with a powerful body kick. Marshall will feel that in the morning.
Marshall throws a looping overhand right but Atsushii ducks down to avoid it.
Atsushii thinks about the counter body kick.
A chopping leg kick lands by Atsushii.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Marshall takes a swing at Atsushii's ribcage but misses.
Atsushii 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.
Marshall looks to score with a jab to the body but Atsushii is just out of range.
Kuroda Atsushii seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Marshall looks to score with a jab to the body but Atsushii is just out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Kuroda Atsushii will probably get the nod - 10:9.
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#
Atsushii lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.#CL2#
Atsushii instigates a clinch.
Marshall prevents a body shot from Atsushii. #BC2#
Atsushii manages to break the clinch.
Marshall throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Marshall throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Atsushii flicks out a counter leg kick but Marshall steps away.
Atsushii wants to land a leg kick but Marshall is out of range.
Marshall waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Atsushii.
Atsushii let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Marshall uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Marshall blocks the body kick.
A counter left hand to the body from Marshall misses its target.
Atsushii bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
A jab lands there for Atsushii.
Atsushii ducks under a wild hook from Marshall.
Marshall keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Atsushii.
Marshall needs to keep his hands up - Atsushii had a free shot at his head there.
Marshall looks to score with a jab to the body but Atsushii is just out of range.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Marshall uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Atsushii has time to react.
Atsushii lands a jab to the nose.
Atsushii takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.#T1#
Atsushii tries to land a front kick but Marshall steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Marshall has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Atsushii.
Atsushii misses with a straight left.
Marshall throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A little jabbing left from Atsushii on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Atsushii moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Atsushii uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Marshall.
Marshall swings for the body but Atsushii moves out of range.
Marshall needs to keep his hands up - Atsushii had a free shot at his head there.
Atsushii avoids the body shot from Marshall.
Atsushii throws a nice outside leg kick.
Marshall throws a body shot but no joy.
Atsushii throws out a powerful jab.
Atsushii connects with a leg kick. Marshall looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Atsushii uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Marshall.
Marshall ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Atsushii moves away.
Atsushii throws a leg kick but Marshall sees it coming and moves out of range.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Atsushii, right into the meat.
Atsushii turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.#T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nice defenses there by Atsushii.
Marshall thows a left - swing and a miss!
Nice uppercut lands for Marshall. That snapped Atsushii's head back.
Marshall takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Marshall closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Atsushii throws a body shot but no joy.
Marshall is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Marshall misses with a hook. Atsushii ducked under it nicely.
A looping hook to the body misses from Marshall. Atsushii does a little dance to reset his feet.
Some bone on bone action there as Marshall checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one. #CL#
Marshall moves into the clinch.
Atsushii looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.#BC2#
Atsushii escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Atsushii misses with a looping left.
Atsushii misses with a kick to the body.
Marshall takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Atsushii scores with a jab to the body.
Atsushii just misses with a punch to the body.
A little feinted left hand from Marshall on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Marshall missing with a left hand there. Atsushii was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #T3#
Atsushii throws a leg kick but Marshall sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Atsushii throws a body shot but no joy.
Marshall throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Atsushii chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Atsushii sizes up Marshall with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Atsushii misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Marshall.
Marshall throws a body shot but no joy.
Marshall looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Atsushii chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Atsushii goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Atsushii misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Marshall.
Atsushii throws a quick inside leg kick.
Marshall misses with an uppercut.
Marshall on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Atsushii ducks under a wild hook from Marshall.
Marshall misses with a wild body shot.
Atsushii connects with a leg kick. Marshall looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Atsushii throws a leg kick which misses Marshall's front leg but catches the back leg as Marshall tries to avoid it.
Decent striking displayed by Atsushii there.#T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A slapping leg kick lands for Atsushii.
Atsushii scoring well with a low kick there.
Atsushii with a nice cross.
Atsushii throws a sloppy head kick and Marshall moves out of range easily.
Atsushii takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Atsushii looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Marshall misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Atsushii tries to move into range but Marshall moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Atsushii fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Atsushii. Marshall does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kuroda Atsushii is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Marshall throws a jab when Atsushii was well out of range.
Marshall lands with a good body shot.
Marshall looks to throw the jab but Atsushii is out of range.
Atsushii doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Marshall takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Marshall thows a left - swing and a miss!
Marshall closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Tobias Marshall has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Atsushii avoids the body shot from Marshall.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge James Glass scores the fight 27:30
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 27:30
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kuroda Atsushii!
A very excited looking Kuroda Atsushii made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: Aspire 81: Susi v Skovgaard
Date: Oct 08, 2017

#R1#
Nordskov sizes up Atsushii with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Atsushii connects with a leg kick. Nordskov looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
A decent looking cross lands there for Nordskov.
Nordskov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Atsushii scores with a decent looking hook.
Nordskov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Nordskov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Atsushii.
Atsushii connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Nordskov moves out of range as Atsushii strikes.
Nordskov throws a body kick that misses.
Atsushii throws a sloppy head kick and Nordskov moves out of range easily.
A solid leg kick lands there for Atsushii.
Nordskov goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Atsushii throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
And Nordskov counters with a quick kick to the body but Atsushii blocks it.
Nordskov misses with a low kick.
Good work by Nordskov as he checks the leg kick.
Atsushii misses with a two punch combination.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nordskov connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Nordskov tries to clinch but Atsushii moves out of range.
A big left from Atsushii misses.
Atsushii with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Nordskov's jab looks to have found its range, popping Atsushii under the eye.
Nordskov throws a big shot that misses.#T1#
Atsushii throws a leg kick that misses.
Nordskov misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
The fighters circle momentarily. Nordskov darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Atsushii fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Nordskov keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Atsushii has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Atsushii there as he acknowledges the shot.
Nordskov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Nordskov throws out a loose jab but Atsushii uses good head movement to avoid it.
Atsushii fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Atsushii lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Nordskov throws a big shot that misses.
Nordskov misses with a head kick.
Atsushii follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Nordskov misses with a looping left.
Atsushii lands a nice shot that snaps Nordskov's head back.
Atsushii misses with a lunging right hand
and Nordskov counters with a stiff right hand.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nordskov misses with a wild body shot.
Nordskov connects with a looping right hand.
Atsushii looks to land a right hand but Nordskov moved out of range.
Nordskov looks to land a right hand but Atsushii moved out of range.
Nordskov moves out of range of the leg kick from Atsushii.
Atsushii on the wrong end of a kick to the body. #T2#
Atsushii thuds a left hand into Nordskov's body.
Atsushii looks to land a left hand but Nordskov moved out of range nicely.
A punch lands to the side of Atsushii 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Atsushii checks the leg kick.
Nordskov just misses with a punch to the body.
Nordskov throws a body kick that misses.
Atsushii was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Nordskov checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Atsushii takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Nordskov misses with a straight right.
Nordskov is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Atsushii wants to slow Nordskov down by chopping away at his legs.
Atsushii moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Nordskov stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Atsushii.
Nordskov scores with a body shot.
Atsushii lets loose with a powerful body kick. Nordskov will feel that in the morning.
Nordskov avoids the body shot from Atsushii.
Atsushii throws a quick inside leg kick.
Nordskov goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Nordskov throws a nice inside leg kick.
Atsushii tries to work over Nordskov's front leg with a kick but Nordskov checks it.
Atsushii ducks under a wild hook from Nordskov.
Atsushii throws a looping overhand right but Nordskov ducks down to avoid it. #T3#
Nordskov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Atsushii manages to avoid it.
Atsushii follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Nordskov lands a nice leg kick that just misses Atsushii's sensitive parts. #CL#
Atsushii tries to keep at a distance but Nordskov has taken the fight into the clinch.
Atsushii blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Atsushii lands a nice uppercut.
Atsushii lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Nordskov backwards. #BC2#
Atsushii breaks the clinch.
Atsushii thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Nordskov if he has to take too many more of those.
Atsushii ducks under a wild hook from Nordskov.
A swing and a miss from Nordskov.
Atsushii throws a half hearted mid kick.
Atsushii throws a front kick aimed at Nordskov's knee but Nordskov avoids it well.
Nice shot lands for Atsushii.
Nordskov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Atsushii walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Nordskov checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Nordskov lands a nice looking body shot.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Atsushii throws an overhand right that lands on Nordskov's shoulder, as Nordskov tries to avoid the shot.
A little feinted left hand from Nordskov on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Nordskov missing with a left hand there. Atsushii was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Atsushii lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Nordskov has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Nordskov and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.#T4#
Atsushii scores with a leg kick.
Nordskov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Atsushii manages to avoid it.
The fight stays on the outside here - Nordskov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Nordskov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
The fighters circling - Nordskov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Atsushii counters with a body kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Nordskov. Atsushii does a little dance to reset his feet.
Nordskov scores with a nice strike.
Atsushii throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Nordskov throws a body kick that misses.
Nordskov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Atsushii manages to avoid it.
Atsushii throws a solid leg kick but Nordskov takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Atsushii.
Nordskov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Atsushii was well out of range. Poor timing from Nordskov.
Nordskov is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Atsushii tries to work over Nordskov's front leg with a kick but Nordskov checks it.
Nordskov on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Nordskov checks a leg kick nicely.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Atsushii misses the shot to the body.
Atsushii misses with a low kick.
Atsushii misses with a straight left.
Nordskov throws a hook to the side of Atsushii's head but Atsushii sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Nordskov lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
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 Mads Nordskov will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Nordskov walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Atsushii checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Atsushii tries to land a body kick
and Nordskov counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
A jab lands there for Nordskov.
Nordskov looks to land a left hand but Atsushii moved out of range nicely.
Nordskov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Atsushii manages to avoid it.
Nordskov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Atsushii is looking to slow Nordskov down with leg kicks.
Atsushii throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Atsushii cracks Nordskov with a right hand to the side of the head.
Nordskov scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Nordskov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Nordskov scores with a jab to the body.
Nordskov steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Atsushii. That one must have hurt.
Nordskov has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Atsushii is looking to land body kicks.
An inside leg kick lands from Atsushii.
Atsushii misses with a kick to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nordskov blocks a jab.
Nordskov slips under a jab.
Nordskov just misses with a punch to the body.
Atsushii slips a jab from Nordskov.
A big left from Nordskov misses. #T1#
Atsushii needs to keep his hands up - Nordskov had a free shot at his head there.
The fighters circle momentarily. Atsushii darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Nordskov misses with a looping left.
Atsushii waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Nordskov.
Nordskov tries a head kick but it misses.
Atsushii throws a low kick but Nordskov avoids it.
Atsushii avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Nordskov lands a head shot.
Atsushii blocks a head kick by Nordskov.
Nordskov throws the left hand but Atsushii avoids the punch easily.
Nordskov misses the jab.
Atsushii dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Nordskov. That did some damage!
Atsushii throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Atsushii goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Atsushii misses with a low kick.
Nordskov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Nordskov swings for the body but Atsushii moves out of range.
Atsushii let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Nordskov throws a body shot but no joy.
Nordskov scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Nordskov takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.#T2#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Atsushii throws a push kick but Nordskov slaps the foot to one side.
Atsushii fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Nordskov.
Atsushii misses with a body shot.
Atsushii on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Nordskov. Nordskov obviously looking to wear him down.
Atsushii misses with a low kick.
Atsushii scores with a jab.
Atsushii fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Nordskov manages to avoid it.
Atsushii jabs Nordskov to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Nordskov throws the left hand but Atsushii avoids the punch easily.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Atsushii.
Nordskov avoids the body shot from Atsushii.
Nordskov throws a body punch but Atsushii moves out of range.
Atsushii throws a wild body kick that Nordskov sees coming a mile off.
Nordskov misses with a looping left.
Atsushii looks for the body kick but Nordskov saw that one coming.
Nordskov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Atsushii.
Atsushii throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Nordskov stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Atsushii looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Atsushii connects with a crisp jab.
Nordskov scores with a shot to the body. #T3#
Atsushii avoids the body shot from Nordskov.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Atsushii! But no joy.
Atsushii throws the kick towards the body but Nordskov avoids it.
A shot to the body from Atsushii misses
and Nordskov counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Atsushii throws a quick inside leg kick.
Nordskov misses with a body shot.
Nordskov misses with a hook. Atsushii ducked under it nicely.
Nordskov takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Atsushii scoring well with a low kick there.
Atsushii needs to keep his hands up - Nordskov had a free shot at his head there.
Atsushii blocks a jab.
Atsushii lands with a nice combination. Nordskov backs away looking to recover.
Atsushii misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Atsushii checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Nordskov missing with a left hand there. Atsushii was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Atsushii wants to land a leg kick but Nordskov is out of range.
Atsushii throws a big shot that misses.
Nordskov looks to score with a jab to the body but Atsushii is just out of range.
Kuroda Atsushii seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A left lands for Nordskov.
Atsushii lands a nice looking body kick.
Atsushii connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. #T4#
Atsushii uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Nordskov.
Atsushii lands a nice shot that snaps Nordskov's head back.
Nordskov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Nordskov on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Atsushii's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Nordskov connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Atsushii scrambles back to his feet.
A slapping body kick lands there for Nordskov.
Nordskov gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Atsushii.
Nordskov cracks Atsushii with an open hand slap.
Nordskov throws an overhand right that lands on Atsushii's shoulder, as Atsushii tries to avoid the shot.
Nordskov misses with a body shot.
A little jabbing left from Atsushii on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Atsushii cracks a nice hook into Nordskov's ribs.
Atsushii takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Atsushii keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Atsushii.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Nordskov takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Atsushii moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Nordskov cracks Atsushii with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Nordskov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Atsushii throws a body kick that misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Kuroda Atsushii will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Nordskov on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Atsushii has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Atsushii lands with a straight right. Nordskov didn't see that one coming.
Nice body kick there by Nordskov.
Atsushii loads up on a big right hand but Nordskov slips the punch.
Nordskov takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Nordskov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Atsushii throws out the jab.
Nordskov pushes Atsushii away with a front kick.
Atsushii feints and then cracks Nordskov's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Nordskov down.
Nordskov lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Nordskov connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Atsushii swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Nordskov fires out a quick counter leg kick but Atsushii just manages to avoid it.
Atsushii fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Nordskov looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Nordskov scores with a shot to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nordskov lands with a straight right. Atsushii didn't see that one coming.
Nordskov will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Nordskov is looking to score with low kicks.
A jab from Nordskov finds it's way through Atsushii's defenses.
Atsushii dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Nordskov. That did some damage!
Nordskov slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Atsushii throws out a loose jab but Nordskov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Nordskov on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there. #T1#
Atsushii throws a leg kick but Nordskov moved away.
Nice shot by Atsushii.
Atsushii misses with a wild body shot.
Nordskov misses the shot to the body.
Atsushii thinks about the counter body kick.
Some wild striking there from Atsushii.
Nordskov throws an overhand right that lands on Atsushii's shoulder, as Atsushii tries to avoid the shot.
Atsushii tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Atsushii's jab looks to have found its range, popping Nordskov under the eye.
Atsushii defending well as Nordskov loads up on a big left hand.
Nordskov checks the leg kick.
Nordskov throws a body punch but Atsushii moves out of range.
Atsushii throws a hook but Nordskov avoids it easily.
Atsushii smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Nordskov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Atsushii manages to avoid it.
Atsushii avoids a kick to the body.
Atsushii misses with a hook.
Atsushii walks into a left hand. #CL#
Nordskov gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#T2#
Atsushii blocking some punches.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nordskov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Atsushii lands a left hand.
Nordskov prevents a body shot from Atsushii.
Nordskov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Nordskov throws a punch but it's blocked by Atsushii.
Nordskov misses with the head strike.
Atsushii lands a left hand that snaps the head of Nordskov backwards. #BC2#
Atsushii breaks the clinch.
Atsushii cracks Nordskov with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Nordskov getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Atsushii throws a head kick that misses.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Nordskov.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Nordskov.
Atsushii keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Nordskov wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Nordskov slips under a jab from Atsushii.
Nordskov pivots, looking for a leg kick but Atsushii is out of range and Nordskov settles back down.
Nordskov avoids the body shot from Atsushii. #T3#
Atsushii throws a body kick that misses.
Nordskov walks forward, straight into a front kick from Atsushii.
A slow jab from Nordskov misses its intended target.
Nordskov scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Nordskov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Atsushii misses the jab.
Nordskov blocks the body kick.
Atsushii waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Nordskov.
Atsushii needs to keep his hands up - Nordskov had a free shot at his head there.
Atsushii is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Atsushii moves forwards but Nordskov connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Atsushii slips a straight right by Nordskov.
Atsushii steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Nordskov on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Nordskov misses with a hook.
Atsushii steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Nordskov. That one must have hurt.
Nordskov lands a leg kick that knocks Atsushii off balance momentarily.
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!
Atsushii tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Donk. Nordskov catches Atsushii right on the button with a cross.
Nordskov looks to throw the jab but Atsushii is out of range. #T4#
Atsushii throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
A bone on bone clash there as Atsushii blocks the leg kick.
A big right from Nordskov misses.
Atsushii on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Nordskov with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
The fight stays on the outside here - Nordskov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Some bone on bone action there as Nordskov checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Atsushii wants to land a leg kick but Nordskov is out of range.
Atsushii misses with an uppercut
and Nordskov counters with a body kick that stops Atsushii in his tracks momentarily.
Nordskov looks to score with a jab to the body but Atsushii is just out of range.
Atsushii replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Nordskov blocks it well.
Nordskov lands a nice shot to the body.
Nordskov scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Nordskov throws a looping overhand right but Atsushii ducks down to avoid it.
Atsushii is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Nordskov with a body shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Nordskov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Nordskov takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Nordskov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Atsushii looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Nordskov takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Nordskov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Atsushii thinks about the counter body kick.

And that's the end of the fight!
Mads Nordskov showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Nordskov 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 Steven Brown scores the fight 30:27
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 30:28
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 30:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mads Nordskov!
Mads Nordskov very nearly forgot to thank Aspire Clothing amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.

Event: Aspire 77: Podolski v Souvlaki
Date: Sep 24, 2017

#R1#
Killer lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Atsushii at a distance.
Atsushii throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#CL#
Killer closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Atsushii.
Killer is leaning against Atsushii and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
A head punch on the inside from Atsushii fails to land.
Killer misses with a short punch on the inside.
Killer tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Killer is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Atsushii swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Atsushii lands a body punch.
Killer lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Killer scores with a shoulder strike.
A short uppercut from Atsushii.
Atsushii misses with a punch on the inside. #BC2#
Atsushii breaks the clinch.
Killer tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Atsushii was well out of range. Poor timing from Killer.
Atsushii follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Atsushii is looking to land body kicks.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Atsushii keeps the fight on the outside.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Atsushii.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Killer checks a leg kick.
Killer misses with a hook.
Nice defenses there by Atsushii.#T1#
Killer throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Atsushii appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Killer avoids the body shot from Atsushii.
Atsushii lands a nice hook to Killer's body. Killer takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Killer moves away from the strike by Atsushii.
Atsushii uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Killer.
Killer is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Killer scores with a jab to the body.
Killer doesn't manage to clinch there - Atsushii circles away.
Atsushii avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Killer uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Atsushii.
Atsushii keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Killer throws a hook but Atsushii avoids it easily.
Killer has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Atsushii.
Atsushii throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Atsushii avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
A bone on bone clash there as Killer blocks the leg kick.
Killer swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Atsushii.
Killer swings for the body but Atsushii moves out of range.
Killer thows a left - swing and a miss!
Atsushii takes one to the side of the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Atsushii slips under a jab from Killer.#T2#
Atsushii bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Killer's head.
Atsushii doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Killer scores with a jab to the body.
Atsushii keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Atsushii looks to land a right hand but Killer moved out of range.
Atsushii avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Killer moves out of range of the body kick from Atsushii.
Atsushii swats away the attempt to clinch by Killer.
Atsushii takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Atsushii swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Atsushii throws a body shot but no joy.
A big left from Killer misses.
Atsushii slips under a jab.
Atsushii raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Killer jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Atsushii lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Good standup being displayed there by Atsushii as he connects with a hook.
Killer avoids a kick to the body.
Killer misses with an uppercut.
Atsushii throws a low kick, looking for Killer's leg but Killer calmly moves out of range.
Nice defenses there by Atsushii.#T3#
Atsushii takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Atsushii bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Killer's head.
Killer avoids a kick to the body.
Atsushii takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Killer looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#CL#
Killer drives through and clinches with Atsushii against the cage.
A frustrated look appears on Atsushii's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Atsushii misses with the head strike.
Killer lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Atsushii or not.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Killer. #BC2#
Atsushii breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Killer is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Atsushii.
Killer cracks the inside of Atsushii's front leg.
Killer scores with a punch to the head.
Killer fails with an attempt to clinch.
Atsushii throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Killer fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Atsushii manages to avoid it.
Atsushii slips a jab from Killer.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Atsushii uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Killer.
Atsushii replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Killer blocks it well.
Killer's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Atsushii connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Killer scrambles back to his feet.
Killer lands a slapping body shot.
Atsushii moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.#T4#
Atsushii attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
A looping hook to the body misses from Killer. Atsushii does a little dance to reset his feet.
Atsushii misses with an attempted mid kick.
Killer looks to land a right hand but Atsushii moved out of range.
Atsushii tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Killer is able to avoid easily.
Atsushii ducks under a wild hook from Killer.
Killer ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Atsushii moves away.
Atsushii digs a good hook to Killer's body.
Atsushii misses the shot to the body.
Killer throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Atsushii, as that shot connected.
Killer scores with a hook to the body. Atsushii takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Atsushii ducks under a wild hook from Killer.
Atsushii ducks under a wild hook from Killer.
A lazy left from Killer finds it's target.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Atsushii thows a left - swing and a miss!
Killer moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Killer keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Killer swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Atsushii throws out a counter right but Killer avoids it with no problem.
Atsushii wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Killer cracks Atsushii with an open hand slap.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Natural Born Killer dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Killer scores with a crisp jab that stopped Atsushii in his tracks.
Atsushii avoids the body shot from Killer.
Atsushii checks a leg kick nicely.
Atsushii lands a nice shot to the body.
Atsushii throws an overhand right that lands on Killer's shoulder, as Killer tries to avoid the shot.
Killer misses with an uppercut.
Killer 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.
Killer doesn't manage to clinch there - Atsushii circles away.
Killer fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Atsushii manages to avoid it.
Atsushii scores with a kick to the body.
Both fighters circling a little - Atsushii finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Atsushii attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Killer was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Killer looks to land a left hand but Atsushii moved out of range nicely.
Atsushii comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Killer checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Killer avoids a kick to the body.
Atsushii throws a hook but Killer blocks it.
Killer throws a hook but Atsushii blocks it.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Killer throws a lazy right hand but Atsushii sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Atsushii avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Atsushii 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.
Killer checks a leg kick. #T1#
Killer scores with a jab to the body.
Atsushii throws a front kick aimed at Killer's knee but Killer avoids it well.
Killer is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Atsushii.#CL#
Killer forces Atsushii back against the cage and clinches.
Killer's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Killer is leaning against Atsushii and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Killer blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Killer lands with a left to the head.
A nice right hand lands inside from Atsushii.
Killer misses with a punch on the inside. #BC2#
Atsushii escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Killer throws a jab but it's blocked by Atsushii.
Atsushii looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Killer misses the shot to the body.
Killer swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Atsushii counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A bone on bone clash there as Killer blocks the leg kick.
Killer misses with a straight left.
Atsushii looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Killer takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Atsushii.
Atsushii looks for the body kick but Killer saw that one coming.
A decent looking cross lands there for Killer.#T2#
Atsushii tries to score with a low kick but Killer moves his leg out of the way.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Natural Born Killer has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Atsushii lands a left hand that snaps the head of Killer backwards.
Killer working aggressively here.
Killer lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Atsushii backwards.
Atsushii misses with a punch to the body.
Atsushii is trying to force a seperation but Killer has the dominant position.
Atsushii lands a left hand.
Atsushii avoiding damage as Killer throws knees to the body.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Killer.
Killer goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Killer prevents a body shot from Atsushii.
Atsushii blocking some punches.
A short uppercut from Atsushii.
Killer struggles to land a body shot inside as Atsushii controls his hands.
Killer putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Atsushii in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Killer tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Atsushii avoids it.
Killer missing with knees to the body.
Atsushii lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #T3#
Atsushii lands with a short shot to the head.
Atsushii struggles to land a body shot inside as Killer controls his hands.
Killer lands a nice uppercut.
Killer lands an uppercut.
Atsushii takes a knee right on the jaw!
Killer avoids a wild elbow strike from Atsushii.
Atsushii lands a right hand that snaps the head of Killer backwards.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Atsushii.
Atsushii blocking some punches.
Atsushii managing to block the knees to the body from Killer.
Killer tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Atsushii blocks an uppercut.
Killer lands a hook to the side of the head.
Killer misses with the head strike.
Atsushii on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Killer landing knees to the body.
Atsushii lands a body punch.
Atsushii lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Killer backwards.
Atsushii blocking some punches.
A hook to the body from Killer.
Killer tries a knee to the head but Atsushii blocks it. #T4#
Killer blocks an uppercut.
Atsushii misses with a punch on the inside.
Killer tries a body shot but Atsushii blocks it. #BC2#
Atsushii's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Jab, jab by Atsushii - just one landing.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Atsushii throws a hook to the side of Killer's head but Killer sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Killer looks to land a combination but Atsushii avoids it well.
Killer misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Atsushii counters with a body kick.
Atsushii throws a looping overhand right but Killer ducks down to avoid it.
Killer tries to clinch but Atsushii is having none of it.
Atsushii ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Killer takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Killer scores with a sloppy right hand. Atsushii should have avoided that one.
Atsushii thumps Killer with a low kick.
Killer slips under a jab from Atsushii.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Atsushii avoids the body shot from Killer.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Atsushii! But no joy.
Atsushii looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Killer misses with a hook.
Killer backing away here, and Atsushii unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Killer takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Atsushii misses with a kick to the body.
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 Natural Born Killer will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Killer ducks under a wild hook from Atsushii.
Killer misses the jab.
Atsushii on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Atsushii ducks under a wild hook from Killer.
Atsushii swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Killer on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Killer throws a big shot that misses.
Atsushii lets loose with a powerful body kick. Killer will feel that in the morning.
Decent striking displayed by Killer there.
Atsushii uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Killer.
Atsushii scoring well with a low kick there.
Atsushii looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Killer misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Atsushii.
Atsushii misses with an uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Killer lands a slapping body shot.
Atsushii misses with a body shot.
It looked like Killer wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Atsushii throws the left hand but Killer avoids the punch easily.
Atsushii throws a push kick but Killer slaps the foot to one side.
A telegraphed right hand from Atsushii misses the target.
Killer is looking to counter punch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Killer throws a jab but it's blocked by Atsushii.
Atsushii pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.#T1#
Killer throws a jab but it's blocked by Atsushii.
Killer ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Atsushii has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Atsushii there as he acknowledges the shot.
Atsushii walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Killer ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Atsushii scores with a leg kick.
Atsushii takes one on the button.
Atsushii throws a looping overhand right but Killer ducks down to avoid it.
Killer missing with a left hand there. Atsushii was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
The crowd cheers as Killer lands an impressive looking overhand right. Atsushii doesn't seem phased though.#CL#
Killer gets in close and instigates a clinch. #BC2#
Atsushii breaks from the clinch. #CL#
Killer moves into the clinch.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Atsushii.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Atsushii goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Killer misses with a punch to the body.
Atsushii avoiding damage as Killer throws knees to the body.
Killer fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Killer is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Atsushii is defending well for now.
Kuroda Atsushii has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Natural Born Killer is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Killer throws a head punch that misses.
Atsushii working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Atsushii.
Killer misses with the head strike.
Atsushii is trying to push Killer away but Killer has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Killer blocks an uppercut.
Killer blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Atsushii has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Atsushii misses with some punches.
Killer swings wildly with an uppercut but Atsushii uses good head movement to avoid it.
Atsushii is trying to break the clinch but Killer is controlling him.
Killer fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Atsushii throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Atsushii lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Atsushii lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Atsushii has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Killer seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Atsushii can turn it around.
Killer landing some nice looking knees to the body. #T3#
Atsushii struggles to land a body shot inside as Killer controls his hands.
Atsushii on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Killer working aggressively here.
Killer lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
A short right from Atsushii.
Atsushii is trying to force a seperation but Killer has the dominant position.
Killer tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Atsushii avoids it.
Atsushii tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Killer tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Atsushii's elbow.
Atsushii looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Atsushii throws a punch but it's blocked by Killer.
Killer misses with a punch on the inside.
Atsushii swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Atsushii lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Killer makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Atsushii blocks a punch to the side of the head. #T4#
Killer tries to throw a body punch but Atsushii avoids it by throwing Killer back against the cage.
Atsushii tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A left hand lands to the body for Atsushii.
Atsushii wants to break free but Killer has control.
Atsushii lands a hook to the side of the head.
Atsushii avoiding damage as Killer throws knees to the body.
Killer tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Atsushii avoids it.
Killer has a couple of punches blocked by Atsushii.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Atsushii misses with a punch to the body.
Killer using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Atsushii has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Atsushii lands a nice shot to the body.
Killer tries to land knees in the clinch but Atsushii avoids the damage to the body.
A hook to the body from Atsushii.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Atsushii avoiding damage as Killer throws knees to the body.
Atsushii working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Killer blocking some punches.
Killer has a couple of punches blocked by Atsushii.

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 Natural Born Killer.
Well Killer 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 William Gold scores the fight 30:27
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 30:27
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 30:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Natural Born Killer!
Our winner, Natural Born Killer, 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: Aspire 68: Brophy v Adams
Date: Aug 20, 2017

#R1#
Atsushii misses with a lunging right hand
and Lim counters with a nice uppercut.
Atsushii avoids the body shot from Lim.
Atsushii looks to land a body kick but Lim moved away.
Atsushii lands with an overhand left.
Lim misses with a straight right.
A little jabbing left from Atsushii on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Lim throws a leg kick that misses.
Atsushii moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Lim tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Atsushii was well out of range. Poor timing from Lim.
Lim lands with a slapping head kick.
Lim throws a poor cross that misses
and Atsushii cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Atsushii ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Lim cracks Atsushii with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lim throws an overhand right that lands on Atsushii's shoulder, as Atsushii tries to avoid the shot.
Lim fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Atsushii checks it well.
A nice side step and Atsushii releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Atsushii takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #T1#
Lim attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Atsushii avoids the head kick by Lim.
Lim takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Lim misses with a left hand
and Atsushii makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Lim really felt that one!
Lim throws a body shot but no joy.
Atsushii pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Lim misses with a hook
and Atsushii counters with a nice leg kick.
Lim jabbing away but nothing is landing.
We've been told by Lim's head coaches at The Skating Rink that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Atsushii takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Lim misses with a hook
and Atsushii counters with a nice kick to the body.
Atsushii looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Lim misses with a low kick.
Lim throws a hook but Atsushii avoids it easily.
Atsushii misses with a looping right.#T2#
Lim misses the jab.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Good exchange - Lim coming out on top.
Xi Lim seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lim turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Lim rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Atsushii counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CUT2#
It looks like Xi Lim has been cut.
Jab by Lim.
Lim checks a low kick from Atsushii.
Lim throws a looping overhand right but Atsushii ducks down to avoid it.
Atsushii lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Lim throws a right hand that misses
and Atsushii counters with a stiff right hand.
Atsushii looks to land a right hand but Lim moved out of range.
A jab lands there for Lim.
Lim misses with a body shot
and Atsushii counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Atsushii ducks under a wild hook from Lim.
Lim misses with a lunging right hand
and Atsushii counters with a solid body kick.
Lim is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.#T3#
Atsushii cracks Lim with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Atsushii throws a lazy right hand but Lim sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Lim is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Atsushii.
Lim avoids a kick to the body.
Atsushii slips a jab from Lim.
Atsushii counters with a body kick.
Atsushii waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Lim.
Atsushii staying out of range there.
Atsushii looks to land a right hand but Lim moved out of range.
Lim swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Atsushii sizes up Lim with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Atsushii moves away from the strike by Lim.
It seemed like Atsushii was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Lim avoids a punch combination nicely. #T4#
Atsushii takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Atsushii throws a leg kick but Lim sees it coming and moves out of range.
Atsushii throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Nice defenses there by Atsushii.
Atsushii takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Atsushii takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Lim throws a jab when Atsushii was well out of range.
Atsushii lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Atsushii throws a jab when Lim was well out of range.
Atsushii throws a jab but it's blocked by Lim.
Atsushii throws a jab when Lim was well out of range.
Lim rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Atsushii counters with a solid body kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Kuroda Atsushii will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Xi Lim'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#
Lim misses with a wild body shot.
Atsushii fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lim manages to avoid it.
Lim slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Lim throws a right and a left that both miss.
Lim has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Lim rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Atsushii counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Lim throws the left hand but Atsushii avoids the punch easily.
Lim throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lim misses the jab.
Atsushii keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Lim.
A nice inside leg kick there by Lim. That's going to slow Atsushii down.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lim misses the body punch
and Atsushii counters with a stiff right hand.
Atsushii delivers a nice body kick.
Lim swings for the body but Atsushii moves out of range.
Lim throws a big shot that misses.
And Atsushii responds with a good body kick, but Lim manages to step out the way in time.#T1#
Lim throws a lazy uppercut
and Atsushii counters with a nice uppercut.
Lim looks to land a right hand but Atsushii moved out of range.
Atsushii pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Lim keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Atsushii.
Atsushii has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Lim finds it's way round the side to connect with Atsushii's head.
Atsushii jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Atsushii uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Lim.
Atsushii misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Lim counters with an inside leg kick.
Good work by Lim as he checks the leg kick.
Lim misses with a hook
and Atsushii counters with a good, hard body kick but Lim shrugs it off.
Atsushii's corner calls for a 1-2. Atsushii obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Lim ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Atsushii moves away.
Atsushii throws a series of punches but Lim avoids them all with ease. #T2#
Atsushii is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Good shot there by Lim.
Lim misses with a left hand
and Atsushii counters with a nice body kick.
Atsushii takes a jab right on the kisser.
Lim throws a hook but Atsushii avoids it easily.
Atsushii looks to land a right hand but Lim moved out of range.
Atsushii throws a head kick but Lim moves out of range.
Lim waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Atsushii.
Lim wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Atsushii misses with a hook to the body
and Lim counters with a nice uppercut.
Lim looks to land a right hand but Atsushii moved out of range.
Despite the aggression on Atsushii's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Lim misses with a right hand
and Atsushii cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Atsushii uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.#T3#
Lim throws a lazy right hand but Atsushii sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Lim throws a leg kick that is checked
and Atsushii counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Lim fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Atsushii checks it well.
Lim will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Lim rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
enabling Atsushii to counter with a crisp jab. #ROC2#
Lim is rocked!
Atsushii keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Good exchange - Atsushii coming out on top.
Oh Lim is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Lim misses with a left hand
and Atsushii scores with a counter punch that sends Lim to the canvas! Atsushii smells blood - he's punishing Lim with more strikes and the ref has stopped it! Lim has no idea where he is - he's tackled the ref... oh dear, poor guy, the crowd is in hysterics!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:36 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Kuroda Atsushii!
After winning the bout, Kuroda Atsushii thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: Aspire 60: Brophy vs Adams
Date: Jul 16, 2017

#R1#
Atsushii throws a hook to the side of Chula's head but Chula sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
An inside leg kick lands from Chula.
Chula moves out of range of the leg kick from Atsushii.
Atsushii keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A countering left hand to the body from Atsushii misses.
Good work by Atsushii as he checks the leg kick.
Taran Chula seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Atsushii misses with a straight left.
Chula throws a front kick aimed at Atsushii's knee but Atsushii avoids it well. #CL#
Chula moves into the clinch.
Chula tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chula lands a hook that snaps the head of Atsushii backwards.
Chula keeps control of Atsushii as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Chula tries to work over Atsushii's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Chula tries to work over Atsushii's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Chula is working Atsushii over against the cage.
Atsushii can't find room to land a body shot as Chula controls the action. #T1#
Chula stalling against the cage.
Chula misses with a punch to the body.
A head punch on the inside from Atsushii fails to land. #BC2#
Atsushii breaks the clinch.
Atsushii throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Chula ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Atsushii moves away.
Chula fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Atsushii manages to avoid it.
Chula doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Chula dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Atsushii. That did some damage!
Chula moves out of range of the leg kick from Atsushii.
Chula fires out a quick counter leg kick but Atsushii just manages to avoid it.
Chula throws a body punch but Atsushii moves out of range.
Chula throws a nice inside leg kick.
Jab, jab by Atsushii - just one landing. #CUT2#
It looks like Taran Chula has been cut.#T2#
Atsushii walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Good standup being displayed there by Atsushii as he connects with a hook.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Chula takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Atsushii throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Chula.
Atsushii thows a left - swing and a miss!
Chula misses the shot to the body.
Chula is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Atsushii.
Atsushii explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Chula looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Chula bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Chula checks the leg kick nicely there.
Chula misses with a hook
and Atsushii counters with a nice body kick. #T3#
Atsushii misses with a low kick as Chula jumps back.
Chula throws a leg kick that misses.
Atsushii looks for the body kick but Chula saw that one coming.
Atsushii tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Chula throws a body shot but no joy.
A countering left hand to the body from Atsushii misses.
Atsushii comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Chula is looking to wear down Atsushii with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Chula throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Atsushii sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Chula throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Atsushii fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Chula.
Chula ducks right into an uppercut from Atsushii.
Chula takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Atsushii drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.#T4#
Chula tries to clinch but Atsushii is having none of it.
Atsushii throws a push kick but Chula slaps the foot to one side.
A slapping leg kick lands for Chula.
Chula tries to bum rush Atsushii with a series of wild strikes but Atsushii uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Chula finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Atsushii checks a low kick from Chula.
Atsushii looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Atsushii works Chula's body with a nice hook.
Atsushii fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Atsushii throws the kick towards the body but Chula avoids it.
Chula was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Atsushii motions for Chula to come forward. Atsushii throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Chula takes one on the chin but seems OK.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Kuroda Atsushii dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Taran Chula's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Chula jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Chula lands a nice leg kick that just misses Atsushii's sensitive parts.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Atsushii.
Chula connects with the punch.
Atsushii fakes the leg kick and cracks Chula in the body.
Chula looks to throw the jab but Atsushii is out of range.
Atsushii scores with a sloppy right hand. Chula should have avoided that one.
Chula swings and misses with a hook to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Atsushii swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Chula counters with an inside leg kick.
Chula chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Chula throws a solid leg kick but Atsushii takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Chula.
It seemed like Atsushii was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Atsushii cracks Chula with a good jab.#T1#
Atsushii throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Kuroda Atsushii seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Chula misses with a wild body shot.
Atsushii throws out a counter right but Chula avoids it with no problem.
Atsushii fakes the leg kick and cracks Chula in the body.
Chula scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Chula misses with a looping left.
Chula misses with a left hand
and Atsushii counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Chula chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Atsushii can pounce on him.
Atsushii feints and then cracks Chula's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Chula down.
Chula has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Atsushii finds it's way round the side to connect with Chula's head.
Chula throws a leg kick
and Atsushii counters with a good low kick that Chula was not able to check.
Atsushii delivers a nice body kick.#T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A lazy body kick from Chula
and Atsushii counters with a nice uppercut.
Chula will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Atsushii throws a looping overhand right but Chula ducks down to avoid it.
Chula moves out of range as Atsushii throws a body kick.
Atsushii throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Chula is looking to counter punch.
Atsushii scores with a jab to the jaw.#KD2#
Atsushii drops Chula with a beautiful combination! Chula stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Atsushii is looking for the KO!#ROC2#
Chula is rocked!
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Chula.
Oh Chula is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Atsushii keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Atsushii throws out a counter right but Chula avoids it with no problem.
Chula's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Chula duly obliges.
Chula seems to have got his legs back now.
Atsushii swings and misses with a hook to the body. #T3#
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Chula lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Atsushii has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Atsushii and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Chula throws out a leg kick but Atsushii moves out of range and Chula only half commits.
Chula misses with a body kick.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Atsushii.
Atsushii throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Chula sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Atsushii lunges at Chula with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Chula's hand.
Atsushii tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Chula is able to avoid easily.
Chula misses with a straight left.
Chula tries to move into range but Atsushii moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Atsushii throws a body kick that misses.
Chula throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Atsushii sees it coming and avoids it easily.
It seemed like Atsushii was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T4#
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Atsushii crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Chula - the referee stops the clock and Atsushii gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Chula. Atsushii manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Atsushii is looking to slow Chula down with leg kicks.
Atsushii takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Atsushii slips under a jab from Chula.
Atsushii appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Chula takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Atsushii misses with a low kick.
An attempted straight right counter from Chula misses the target.
Atsushii throws a sloppy head kick and Chula moves out of range easily.
Chula appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Atsushii throws a hook but Chula avoids it easily.
Chula is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Chula throws a jab but it's blocked by Atsushii.
Chula walks into a left hand.
Atsushii ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Kuroda Atsushii showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Taran Chula's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R3#
Chula misses with an uppercut.
Atsushii throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Chula.
Atsushii paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Nice shot by Atsushii.
Atsushii has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Atsushii throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Chula is looking for a counter combo.
Atsushii ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Chula moves away.
Atsushii dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Nice body kick from Atsushii.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chula misses with a body kick.
Atsushii replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Chula blocks it well.
Atsushii misses with a low kick as Chula jumps back.
Atsushii throws a leg kick but Chula sees it coming and checks it nicely. #T1#
Atsushii misses with an uppercut.
A jab lands there for Atsushii.
Chula throws an overhand right that lands on Atsushii's shoulder, as Atsushii tries to avoid the shot.
Chula jabs at Atsushii's body.
A swing and a miss from Atsushii.
Chula throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Chula throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Atsushii replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Chula blocks it well.
Atsushii swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Chula looks to score with a jab to the body but Atsushii is just out of range.
Atsushii tries a quick counter leg kick but Chula is wise to it.
Chula has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Chula there as he acknowledges the shot.
Taran Chula has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Atsushii lands with an overhand left.
Chula steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Atsushii.
Atsushii moves out of range of the body kick.
Atsushii looks to land a body kick but Chula moved away.
A nice leg kick lands there from Chula.
Atsushii throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Chula stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
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!
Atsushii looks for the body kick but Chula saw that one coming.
Chula's corner calls for a 1-2. Chula obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Chula connects with a solid leg kick.
Chula attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Chula throws a lazy right hand but Atsushii sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Despite the aggression on Atsushii's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.#T3#
Chula misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Atsushii swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Atsushii takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Chula throws a sloppy body shot
and Atsushii finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
The fighters circling - Chula throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Atsushii misses with an uppercut. Chula saw that one coming.
Chula tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Atsushii was well out of range. Poor timing from Chula.
Atsushii jabs Chula right on the nose. Chula blinks but takes it well.
Atsushii uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Chula has time to react.
Atsushii throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Atsushii scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.#T4#
Chula blocks a jab.
Chula looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Atsushii lands a nice looking body shot.
Chula scores with the left hand. Atsushii knows he should have avoided that one.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Chula throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Atsushii sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Chula throws a big shot that misses.
Atsushii is trying to counter with his kicks.
Kuroda Atsushii is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Nice body punch from Chula.
Atsushii takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Chula connects with an inside leg kick.
Atsushii dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Atsushii checks a leg kick.
Atsushii feints a counter leg kick.
Atsushii looks to land a body kick but Chula moved away.

And that's the end of the fight!
Kuroda Atsushii comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Atsushii 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 Donald Grub scores the fight 27:30
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 27:30
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kuroda Atsushii!
A very excited looking Kuroda Atsushii made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: Aspire 44: Gerrald vs Brophy
Date: Jun 10, 2017

#R1#
Jackson lands a right hook to the body.
Atsushii dodges the punch combination from Jackson. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Jackson misses with a punch on the inside.
Atsushii is trying to force a seperation but Jackson has the dominant position.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Jackson.
Jackson tries to work over Atsushii's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Jackson blocks an uppercut.
Atsushii wants to stall.
Jackson misses with a punch on the inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Atsushii creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Jackson is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Jackson tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Atsushii swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Jackson tries to throw a body punch but Atsushii avoids it by throwing Jackson back against the cage.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Jackson.#T1#
Atsushii tries to break the clinch but Jackson is controlling the position.
Jackson lands a left hand.
Jackson lands a shot to the body.
Atsushii blocking some punches.
Jackson really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Jackson wants to stall.
Atsushii lands with a light punch inside.
Atsushii misses with a body punch.
Jackson is pushing Atsushii up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
A nice left hand lands by Jackson.
Jackson misses with a punch to the body.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Jackson can't find room to land a body shot as Atsushii controls the action.
Atsushii scores with a nice hook to the head.
Atsushii tries to work over Jackson's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Atsushii scores with a nice hook to the head.
Jackson is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Atsushii lands an uppercut.#T2#
Atsushii prevents a body shot from Jackson.
Atsushii has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Jackson seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Atsushii can turn it around.
Jackson can't find room to land a body shot as Atsushii controls the action.
A nice right hand lands inside from Atsushii.
Jackson lands a left hand.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Atsushii misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC2#
Atsushii breaks the clinch.
Atsushii throws a right hand that misses
and Jackson counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Jackson looks to score with a jab to the body but Atsushii is just out of range.
Jackson avoids the body shot from Atsushii.
Jackson is looking to clinch but Atsushii is avoiding it.
Jackson cracks a nice hook into Atsushii's ribs.
Atsushii takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Atsushii misses the shot to the body.
Jackson tries to clinch but Atsushii is having none of it. #CL#
Jackson has taken the fight to the clinch. #T3#
Jackson wants to stall.
Atsushii is trying to stall.
Atsushii controlling the action here for a moment.
Jackson taking a breather.
Atsushii presses Jackson against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Jackson presses Atsushii against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Jackson tries to throw a body punch but Atsushii avoids it by throwing Jackson back against the cage.
Atsushii with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
A short body shot lands from Jackson as the two fighters clinch.
Our sources have told us that Jackson has been working on his knees in the buildup to the fight.
A right handed body shot lands from Atsushii.
Atsushii lands a body shot in the clinch.
Atsushii wants to break the clinch but can't.
Atsushii lands a body shot in the clinch. #BC2#
Atsushii breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Kilo Jackson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jackson misses with a jab, cross combination. #T4#
Jackson tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Atsushii avoids the body shot from Jackson.
Atsushii now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Jackson moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Jackson tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Atsushii paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Atsushii doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Jackson blocks a head kick by Atsushii.
Jackson tries to clinch up but Atsushii circles away and keeps his distance.
Jackson fails with an attempt to clinch.
Atsushii tries to land a body kick
and Jackson counters with a stiff right hand.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Atsushii attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Jackson throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Atsushii counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Jackson bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Atsushii's head backwards.
Atsushii misses with a head kick.
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 Kilo Jackson will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Jackson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Atsushii moves away.
Atsushii is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Jackson with a body shot.
Atsushii throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Atsushii misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Atsushii lands with an uppercut that bounces Jackson off the cage and back into range.
Jackson tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Atsushii manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Jackson throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Atsushii slips under a jab.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Atsushii.
Atsushii misses with a hook to the body
and Jackson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Kilo Jackson is winning the standup battle so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Decent striking displayed by Jackson there.
Jackson throws a nice looking combination but Atsushii bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Atsushii lands with a cross. #ROC2#
Jackson is rocked!
Jackson tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Atsushii paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Atsushii appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Oh Jackson is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#T1#
Atsushii fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Atsushii goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Jackson misses with a wild combination. #CL#
Jackson moves into the clinch.
Jackson seems to have got his legs back now.
Atsushii swings wildly with an uppercut but Jackson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Atsushii blocks a body shot from Jackson.
Jackson leaning his opponent against the cage.
Atsushii misses with the head strike.
Atsushii can't find room to land a body shot as Jackson controls the action.
Atsushii tries to circle away but Jackson has him pinned against the cage.
Jackson misses with a short punch on the inside.
Jackson tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Atsushii lands a hook to the side of the head.#T2#
Stalling in the clinch from Atsushii.
Atsushii lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Jackson backwards.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Atsushii.
Atsushii is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace. #BC2#
Atsushii breaks from the clinch.
Jackson lands a jab to Atsushii's midsection.
Atsushii circles and sees the opportunity to plant his feet and throw a really nice straight left hand that drops Jackson to the canvas! Jackson doesn't know where he is but he's trying to survive - Atsushii keeps piling on the pressure and forces the referee to step in! This one is aaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:29 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Kuroda Atsushii!
An out of breath Kuroda Atsushii thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: Aspire MMA - Just Bleed 39
Date: May 19, 2017

#R1##TD2#
Soares gets a takedown into half guard.
Soares seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Soares trying to control from half guard but Atsushii is working away.
Atsushii tries to roll over but Soares keeps him under control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Soares seems to be looking for submissions.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Atsushii is looking for a sweep. Soares is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T1#
Soares wants to pass the guard but Atsushii is defending well.
Atsushii wants to get back to full guard.
Soares sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Soares is trying to control. Atsushii wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB2#
Soares is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Atsushii is just riding it out for now. Soares eventually gives up the hold. #SUB2#
Soares is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Atsushii is just riding it out for now. Soares eventually gives up the hold. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Soares keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Soares tries to pass the half guard into mount. Atsushii knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Atsushii has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Soares is working away from the top position though.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Soares misses with a few strikes there. #T3#
Soares stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Soares stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Atsushii.
Atsushii delivers a nice body kick.
Atsushii throws a nice inside leg kick.
Soares misses with a looping right.
A punch combination from Soares misses.
Soares tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Atsushii paws at him with a jab and circles away.
A counter left hand to the body from Atsushii misses its target.
Soares tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Atsushii paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Soares has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Atsushii finds it's way round the side to connect with Soares's head.
Atsushii comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Atsushii connects with an inside leg kick.
The fight stays on the outside here - Soares looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Kuroda Atsushii is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Soares misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Soares swinging wildly here.
A little feinted left hand from Atsushii on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Atsushii circles away from the clinch attempt.
Atsushii throws a series of strikes that have Soares backpedaling.
Soares tries to clinch but Atsushii is having none of it.
Atsushii keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Atsushii half committed to a counter leg kick.
Soares is looking to clinch. #T4#
Soares doesn't manage to clinch there - Atsushii circles away.
Soares tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Soares tries to clinch up but Atsushii circles away and keeps his distance.
Atsushii looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Kuroda Atsushii seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Atsushii darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
A nice inside leg kick there by Atsushii. That's going to slow Soares down.
Nice takedown defense from Atsushii. No joy for Soares on that attempt.
Atsushii buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Soares tries for a takedown but Atsushii sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
A lazy left from Atsushii finds it's target.
Soares wants to clinch up but Atsushii keeps it at a distance.
The fight stays on the outside here - Soares looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Atsushii was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Atsushii lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Atsushii dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Soares takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Atsushii ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Soares fails with the takedown.
Kuroda Atsushii has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Andre Soares.
Soares is looking to clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Kuroda Atsushii dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Atsushii lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Soares at a distance.
Atsushii connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Soares tries to clinch up but Atsushii circles away and keeps his distance.#TD2#
Soares drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Atsushii keeping moving, preventing Soares from controlling successfully.
Atsushii keeping full guard, as Soares tries to pass.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Soares looking to sit in guard and control but Atsushii gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Atsushii stays in close to Soares's body and controls the position. #T1##SUB2#
Soares isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Atsushii stacks Soares on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Atsushii!
Atsushii wants to lay and pray for a moment but Soares keeps working.
Soares is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Atsushii's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Atsushii is keen to just control but Soares is a slippery customer.
Soares wants to improve his position but Atsushii is controlling well. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Atsushii is keen to just control but Soares is a slippery customer.
Atsushii is thwarting Soares's attempts to control the position.
Soares might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Atsushii haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Soares is looking to improve his position.
Atsushii trying to control the pace.
Atsushii is trying to control. Soares wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.#T3##REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD2#
Soares dives in and scores a takedown into Atsushii's guard.
Soares wants to control from the top but Atsushii keeps moving.
Soares controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Atsushii seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Soares trying to control but Atsushii is working from the bottom. #T4#
Atsushii bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Soares's guard. #REVR#
Atsushii looking to sit in guard and control but Soares gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Soares postures up.
Soares controls from within his opponent's guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
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 Kuroda Atsushii will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Atsushii scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.#CL2#
Soares rushes Atsushii and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Atsushii.
Soares tries a body shot but Atsushii blocks it. #BC#
Atsushii's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Atsushii looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Soares throws a series of punches but Atsushii moves out of range.
Atsushii was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.#CL2#
Soares clinches up with Atsushii and pushes him back against the cage.
Good body shot from Atsushii.
Atsushii holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Nice body punch from Atsushii - that landed with a thud.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Atsushii. #BC#
Atsushii breaks from the clinch.
Atsushii thows a body kick. Soares tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Soares throws a right hand that Atsushii ducks under and follows up with a left that Atsushii also avoids with ease.
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!
Donk. Atsushii catches Soares right on the button with a cross.
Atsushii scores with a jab to the jaw.#CL2#
Soares darts in and clinches Atsushii up against the cage.#T1##BC#
Atsushii breaks the clinch.
Atsushii connects with a leg kick. Soares looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Soares throws a looping overhand right but Atsushii ducks down to avoid it.
Andre Soares is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Soares rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Atsushii moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Atsushii tries a head kick but it misses.
Soares tries to move into range but Atsushii moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Atsushii scores with a jab to the head.
Atsushii lands with a straight right. Soares didn't see that one coming.
Soares tries to clinch but Atsushii moves out of range.
Atsushii lunges at Soares with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Soares's hand.
Atsushii connects with a nice looking jab.
Soares wants to clinch.
Nice cross by Atsushii.
Soares tries to clinch but Atsushii moves out of range.
Atsushii swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Atsushii chopping away at his opponent's legs. #CL2#
Soares clinches with his opponent.
Soares working aggressively here.
Good body shot from Atsushii.
Atsushii looks to throw an elbow but misses. #BC#
Atsushii escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Atsushii's jab looks to have found its range, popping Soares under the eye.
Atsushii lands a glancing blow to the side of Soares's head.
Atsushii scores with a hook.
Soares tries to clinch but Atsushii moves out of range.
Nice straight punches there by Atsushii. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Atsushii.
Atsushii cracks Soares with a right hand to the side of the head.
Soares throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Atsushii scoring well with a low kick there.
Atsushii scores with a shot to the body.
Soares moves in looking to clinch but Atsushii pushes him off.#CL2#
Soares closes the distance and pushes Atsushii back into the cage.
Atsushii is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Soares can do to turn this around?
Atsushii lands a left hand that snaps the head of Soares backwards.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Atsushii. #T3##BC#
Atsushii breaks the clinch.
Atsushii feints and then cracks Soares's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Soares down.
Atsushii swats away the attempt to clinch by Soares.
Atsushii lands a jab.
Atsushii tests Soares's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Atsushii scores with a punch to the head.
Kuroda Atsushii is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Atsushii thows a body kick. Soares tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Soares takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Soares is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Soares fails with an attempt to clinch.
Soares is looking to clinch.
Soares moves out of range as Atsushii throws a body kick.
Soares tries to move into range but Atsushii moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
A punch combination from Soares misses. #T4#
A decent looking cross lands there for Atsushii.
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!
Soares wants to clinch.
Soares is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Soares wants to clinch up but Atsushii keeps it at a distance.
Atsushii scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Soares doesn't seem bothered though.
Atsushii dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Soares will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Soares takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Nice uppercut there from Atsushii.
Atsushii smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Atsushii slips under a jab.
Andre Soares has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Crunch! Atsushii slams his shin into Soares's torso.
Soares is looking to clinch but Atsushii is avoiding it.
Atsushii circles away from the clinch attempt.
Kuroda Atsushii is winning the standup battle so far.
Soares looks to land a combination. Atsushii sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Soares swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.

And that's the end of the fight!
Kuroda Atsushii showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Atsushii, 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 Frank Antenori scores the fight 30:27
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 29:28
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 30:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kuroda Atsushii!
During a confident post fight interview, Kuroda Atsushii thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: Aspire MMA - Just Bleed 30
Date: Mar 25, 2017

#R1#
The Crack Head looking to land some kicks to the body here.
It looked like Atsushii wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
A head kick misses from The Crack Head.
The Crack Head lands with a thumping leg kick.
Atsushii blocks the body kick.
An attempted straight right counter from Atsushii misses the target.
The Crack Head tries to clinch there but Atsushii circles away.
The Crack Head throws a low kick, looking for Atsushii's leg but Atsushii calmly moves out of range.
Atsushii is looking to counter punch.
The Crack Head is looking to chop away at Atsushii's legs.
The Crack Head connects with a leg kick. Atsushii looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
The Crack Head with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Atsushii to score with a decent uppercut.
The Crack Head has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Atsushii finds it's way round the side to connect with The Crack Head's head.
Atsushii throws out a leg kick but The Crack Head moves out of range and Atsushii only half commits.
Kuroda Atsushii seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Atsushii swats away the attempt to clinch by The Crack Head.
Atsushii circles away from the clinch attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The Crack Head tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Atsushii throwing a counter right hand but The Crack Head manages to avoid it.
Atsushii circles away from the clinch attempt
and Atsushii counters with a slapping leg kick.
The Crack Head tries to clinch up but Atsushii circles away and keeps his distance.
The Crack Head tries to close the distance and clinch up but Atsushii swats him away and circles back towards the center.
The Crack Head takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.#T1#
The Crack Head tries to clinch there but Atsushii circles away.
The Crack Head wants to slow Atsushii down by chopping away at his legs.
Atsushii will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
A leg kick checked by The Crack Head.
The Crack Head wants to clinch up but Atsushii keeps it at a distance.
The Crack Head misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Atsushii throws a sloppy head kick and The Crack Head moves out of range easily.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from The Crack Head.
The Crack Head fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Atsushii checks it well.
The Crack Head blocks the body kick.
Nice shot lands for Atsushii.
The Crack Head throws a head kick but Atsushii moves out of range.
Atsushii looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
The Crack Head tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Atsushii tried to counter with a leg kick but The Crack Head avoided it.
Atsushii scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Atsushii has been working on his boxing with his coaches at White Eagle in the buildup to the fight.
Atsushii is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Atsushii connects with a jab.
The Crack Head doesn't manage to clinch there - Atsushii circles away.
As The Crack Head backs away, Atsushii returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Atsushii avoids the head kick by The Crack Head.
The Crack Head takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie. #T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
The Crack Head walks into a straight right hand from Atsushii.
Left hook, right uppercut from Atsushii.
The Crack Head misses with a body kick.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from The Crack Head.
Atsushii throwing a counter right hand but The Crack Head manages to avoid it.
The Crack Head wants to clinch.
Atsushii connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
The Crack Head tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Atsushii manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Atsushii lands a right hook to the body.
The Crack Head throws a leg kick but Atsushii moved away.
Atsushii fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
The Crack Head tries to clinch but Atsushii moves away
and Atsushii counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Atsushii.
The Crack Head tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Atsushii manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
The Crack Head sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Atsushii blocks a head kick by The Crack Head. #T3#
Atsushii throws a head kick that misses.
Nice jab there from Atsushii.
The Crack Head throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Atsushii swings for the body but The Crack Head moves out of range.
The Crack Head shapes to counter with a head kick.
The Crack Head throws a leg kick but Atsushii checks it.
Atsushii circles away from the clinch attempt.
Atsushii blocks a head kick by The Crack Head.
The Crack Head takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Atsushii lands with a shot to the body.
The Crack Head throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
A head kick misses from The Crack Head.
Atsushii with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Atsushii looks for the body kick but The Crack Head saw that one coming.
The Crack Head tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Atsushii manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Atsushii scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Atsushii pulls out of a head kick attempt.
The Crack Head looks to land a body kick but Atsushii moved away.
Atsushii keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
This has been an exciting period of action!
The Crack Head tries to clinch but Atsushii is having none of it. #T4#
The Crack Head wants to clinch up but Atsushii keeps it at a distance.
Atsushii keeps the fight on the outside.
Atsushii scores with a hook to the body. The Crack Head takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Atsushii smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Atsushii tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
The Crack Head tries to close the distance and clinch up but Atsushii swats him away and circles back towards the center.
A thudding body kick lands there by Atsushii!
Atsushii thumps The Crack Head with a low kick.
A head kick misses from The Crack Head.
The Crack Head throws a head kick but Atsushii moves out of range.
The Crack Head looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Atsushii keeps the fight on the outside.
Atsushii connects with a leg kick. The Crack Head looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Atsushii is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
The Crack Head throws a sloppy head kick and Atsushii moves out of range easily.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Atsushii throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
The Crack Head is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Atsushii checks a leg kick.
Atsushii misses with a leg kick.
As Atsushii backs off The Crack Head throws a huge counter combo but Atsushii manages to avoid it all.
Atsushii swinging wildly here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Kuroda Atsushii dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Atsushii throws a leg kick but The Crack Head moved away.
Atsushii lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
The Crack Head scoring well with a low kick there.
The Crack Head pulls out of a head kick attempt.
The Crack Head avoids the body shot from Atsushii.
Good exchange - Atsushii coming out on top.#CL2#
The Crack Head darts in and clinches Atsushii up against the cage.
The Crack Head tries to land knees in the clinch but Atsushii avoids the damage to the body.
The Crack Head tries to land a knee to the head but Atsushii blocks with his arms.
The Crack Head tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Atsushii avoids it.
The Crack Head throws a knee to the head but misses.
Atsushii misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Atsushii on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Atsushii throws a head punch that misses.
Atsushii tries to work over The Crack Head's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
The Crack Head with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
The Crack Head with a knee to the head.
Atsushii lands a right hand.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Atsushii wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but The Crack Head has him pressed against the cage.#T1#
Atsushii tries a body shot but The Crack Head blocks it.
The Crack Head misses with a knee to the head.
The Crack Head dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Atsushii misses with a knee to the head.
The Crack Head with an attempt at a knee that misses.
The Crack Head looking to throw knees to the head but Atsushii is blocking nicely.
The Crack Head prevents a body shot from Atsushii.
The Crack Head throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Atsushii blocks it with crossed arms.
The Crack Head misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Atsushii.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Atsushii is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
A body shot lands from Atsushii.
Nice elbow from The Crack Head.
The Crack Head's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
The Crack Head with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
The Crack Head throws a knee to the head but misses.
Atsushii lands a nice shot to the body.
Tyrone The Crack Head seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
The Crack Head is breathing heavily.
Atsushii prevents a body shot from The Crack Head.
The Crack Head taking a breather. #T2##BC#
Atsushii manages to break the clinch.
Nice uppercut lands for Atsushii. That snapped The Crack Head's head back.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Atsushii, right into the meat.
Atsushii is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that The Crack Head can do to turn this around?
The Crack Head scores with a head kick. Atsushii tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A leg kick checked by The Crack Head.
Atsushii tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but The Crack Head was well out of range. Poor timing from Atsushii.
Good exchange - Atsushii coming out on top.
Atsushii throws a sloppy head kick and The Crack Head moves out of range easily.
The Crack Head throws a counter combo.
Atsushii lands a right hook to the body.
The Crack Head walks into a left hand.
Atsushii misses with a body shot.
A head kick misses from Atsushii.
Atsushii throws a body punch but The Crack Head moves out of range.
The Crack Head tries to clinch but Atsushii is having none of it.
Atsushii dips to his left and cracks The Crack Head with an uppercut!
The Crack Head misses with a low kick as Atsushii jumps back.
Atsushii scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
The fight stays on the outside here - The Crack Head looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#T3#
Atsushii walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. The Crack Head checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
The Crack Head misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Atsushii throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
The Crack Head takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Atsushii getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Atsushii swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Kuroda Atsushii is winning the standup battle so far.
Atsushii blocks a head kick by The Crack Head.
Atsushii tries to land a front kick but The Crack Head steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
The Crack Head looks to land a body kick but Atsushii moved away.
Atsushii avoids the head kick by The Crack Head.
The Crack Head tries to move into range but Atsushii moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
The Crack Head tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
The fight stays on the outside here - The Crack Head looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Atsushii connects with a nice looking jab.
Atsushii dips to his left and cracks The Crack Head with an uppercut!#T4#
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Atsushii.
Tyrone The Crack Head is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
The Crack Head gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Atsushii.
The Crack Head pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
The Crack Head tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Atsushii throws a body kick that misses.
The Crack Head throws a fast counter high kick but Atsushii manages to duck under it in time.
The Crack Head lands with a kick to the ribs.
Atsushii lands with a thumping leg kick.
Atsushii throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
The Crack Head looking to land some kicks to the body here.
The Crack Head throws a head kick that misses.
The Crack Head misses with a head kick.
Atsushii feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to The Crack Head's calf.
The Crack Head takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Atsushii takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
The Crack Head misses with a head kick.
Atsushii swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Atsushii sizes up The Crack Head with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! The Crack Head crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Atsushii - the referee stops the clock and The Crack Head gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Atsushii. The Crack Head manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Kuroda Atsushii dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Atsushii cracks the inside of The Crack Head's front leg.
Atsushii scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Atsushii lands a nice looking body kick.
The Crack Head gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Atsushii circles away from the clinch attempt.
Atsushii connects with a jab.
The Crack Head throws a head kick but Atsushii moves out of range.
A clash of legs there as Atsushii blocks the low kick.
Atsushii moves out of range of the body kick from The Crack Head.
Nice uppercut lands for Atsushii. That snapped The Crack Head's head back.
The Crack Head explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Atsushii walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. The Crack Head checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Atsushii lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
The Crack Head throws a wild body kick that Atsushii sees coming a mile off.
Atsushii moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Atsushii lands a lovely overhand right.
The Crack Head drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Atsushii fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt The Crack Head.#T1#
Atsushii scores with a jab to the body.
The Crack Head throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Atsushii misses the body punch
and The Crack Head counters with a slapping leg kick.
The Crack Head fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Atsushii has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Atsushii lands with an overhand left.
The Crack Head misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Atsushii pivots, looking for a leg kick but The Crack Head is out of range and Atsushii settles back down.
The Crack Head lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Atsushii throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
The Crack Head is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Nice jab there from Atsushii.
The Crack Head with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Atsushii to score with a decent uppercut.
The Crack Head tries to clinch but Atsushii is having none of it.
Atsushii lunges at The Crack Head with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by The Crack Head's hand.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
The Crack Head takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Nice body kick from The Crack Head.#T2#
The Crack Head checks a low kick from Atsushii.
The Crack Head throws a counter combo.
Atsushii blocks a head kick by The Crack Head.
The Crack Head chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Atsushii can pounce on him.
Atsushii throws a body shot but no joy.
The Crack Head avoids the body shot from Atsushii. #CL2#
The Crack Head closes the distance and clinches.
A short uppercut from Atsushii.
The Crack Head with an attempt at a knee that misses. #BC#
Atsushii pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Atsushii lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
The Crack Head misses with an attempted mid kick.
Atsushii misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from The Crack Head.
The Crack Head tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Atsushii paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Atsushii avoids the head kick by The Crack Head.
That kick from Atsushii tenderised The Crack Head's leg. The Crack Head is trying to keep his angry face on.
The Crack Head closes the distance looking to clinch
enabling Atsushii to counter with a crisp jab. #T3#
Atsushii misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from The Crack Head.
Atsushii cracks The Crack Head with a right hand to the side of the head.
Atsushii avoids the head kick by The Crack Head.
Atsushii misses with a body kick.
The Crack Head is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.
The Crack Head throws a head kick but Atsushii moves out of range.
The Crack Head takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
The Crack Head gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Atsushii.
Atsushii lands a nice looking body shot.
The Crack Head misses with a leg kick
letting Atsushii counter with a right hand.
Kuroda Atsushii is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
The fighters circle momentarily. Atsushii darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
The Crack Head is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
The Crack Head is looking to clinch.
Atsushii throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent The Crack Head stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Atsushii digs a good body shot into The Crack Head's ribs.#CL2#
The Crack Head has closed the distance and engaged Atsushii in a clinch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
The Crack Head misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Atsushii. #T4#
The Crack Head misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Atsushii.
The Crack Head misses with an elbow over the top.
Atsushii misses with a knee strike.
The Crack Head misses with a knee strike.
Tyrone The Crack Head has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
The Crack Head tries a knee to the head but Atsushii blocks it.
Atsushii avoiding damage as The Crack Head throws knees to the body.
Atsushii blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Atsushii blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Atsushii managing to block the knees to the body from The Crack Head.
The Crack Head looking to throw knees to the head but Atsushii is blocking nicely.
Atsushii avoiding damage as The Crack Head throws knees to the body.

And that's the end of the fight!
Kuroda Atsushii showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Atsushii, 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 Jack Bonds scores the fight 30:27
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 30:27
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kuroda Atsushii!
During a confident post fight interview, Kuroda Atsushii thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: Just Bleed 24
Date: Feb 11, 2017

#R1#
Atsushii lands a nice leg kick that just misses Solomin's sensitive parts.
Atsushii scores with a body shot.
Solomin misses with a body shot.
As Solomin backs off Atsushii throws a huge counter combo but Solomin manages to avoid it all.
Solomin misses the jab.
Atsushii throws a body punch but Solomin moves out of range.
Solomin works the jab nicely.
Nice cross by Atsushii.
Atsushii attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Some wild striking there from Atsushii.
It looked like Solomin was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Atsushii.
Solomin connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.#CUT#
It looks like Kuroda Atsushii has been cut.
Solomin takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Atsushii ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Atsushii misses with an uppercut.
Atsushii changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Atsushii blocks a jab.
Atsushii showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Solomin.
Atsushii misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Solomin. #T1#
Atsushii takes one on the button.
Solomin takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Atsushii lands a nice leg kick that just misses Solomin's sensitive parts.
Solomin throws a right hand that misses
and Atsushii counters with a thumping low kick.
Solomin takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Atsushii keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Solomin looks to score with a jab to the body but Atsushii is just out of range.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
A big left from Solomin misses.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Atsushii.
Atsushii ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A punch combination from Solomin misses.
Atsushii steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Solomin.
Atsushii only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Solomin misses with a looping right.
Solomin misses with a left hand
and Atsushii counters with a thumping low kick.
Solomin looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Atsushii feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Solomin's calf.
Solomin connects with a right hand. Atsushii shakes it off.
Atsushii dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Solomin. That did some damage!
Atsushii slips a jab and a cross from Solomin. #T2#
Atsushii scores with a nice body kick.
A telegraphed right hand from Solomin misses the target.
Atsushii throws a series of punches but Solomin avoids them all with ease.
Atsushii is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Solomin rather than just go for the knockout.
Atsushii slips a jab and a cross from Solomin.
Atsushii fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Nice cross by Atsushii.
Solomin chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Atsushii can pounce on him.
The fighters circling - Atsushii throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Solomin misses with a straight right.
Solomin uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Atsushii.
Nice uppercut there from Atsushii.
Atsushii misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Solomin.
Solomin swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Solomin uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Atsushii.
Atsushii slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
A big left from Solomin misses.
Solomin is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Atsushii steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Solomin.
Solomin misses with a straight right.
Atsushii avoids the body shot from Solomin.
Solomin is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.#T3#
Solomin misses with a series of wild punches.
Atsushii looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Atsushii throws a quick inside leg kick.
Atsushii connects with a body shot.
Solomin throws a shot from downtown. Atsushii moves away and avoids it.
Solomin takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Atsushii avoids the body shot from Solomin.
Some wild striking there from Solomin.
Atsushii cracks Solomin with a good jab.
Solomin moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Atsushii missing with a left hand there. Solomin was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Solomin is looking to counter punch.
Atsushii keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Solomin.
Solomin throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Atsushii.
Atsushii dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Solomin. That did some damage!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Atsushii lands with a shot to the body. #T4#
Solomin throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Atsushii throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Atsushii throws out a powerful jab.
Atsushii ducks under a wild hook from Solomin.
A big left from Atsushii misses.
Solomin tries to move into range but Atsushii moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Solomin misses with a few strikes there.
Solomin walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Solomin jabs at Atsushii's body.
Atsushii throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Atsushii throws a body punch but Solomin moves out of range.
Atsushii misses with a looping right.
Atsushii showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Solomin.
Atsushii let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Solomin moves out of range as Atsushii strikes.
Solomin throws the left hand but Atsushii avoids the punch easily.
Atsushii lands a nice looking body shot.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Kuroda Atsushii dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Kuroda Atsushii's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Atsushii with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Solomin throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Atsushii.
Solomin misses the shot to the body.
Solomin throws a sloppy body shot
and Atsushii counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Atsushii lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Atsushii uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Solomin throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Atsushii scores with a jab to the jaw.
Atsushii connects with a crisp jab.
Solomin throws a left and a right that both miss
and Atsushii counters with a nice body shot.
Atsushii ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Solomin throws a shot from downtown. Atsushii moves away and avoids it.
Good exchange - Solomin coming out on top.
Solomin stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Atsushii.
Solomin throws a hook but Atsushii blocks it.
Vassily Solomin is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Solomin missing with a left hand there. Atsushii was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Solomin scores with a shot to the body.
Atsushii showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Solomin. #T1#
Solomin swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Solomin looks to score with a jab to the body but Atsushii is just out of range.
And Atsushii responds with a good body kick, but Solomin manages to step out the way in time.
Solomin doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Nice shot by Atsushii.
Atsushii lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Atsushii scores with a jab. Solomin acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Atsushii works the jab nicely.
Solomin connects with a nice looking jab.
Atsushii cracks a nice hook into Solomin's ribs.
Atsushii lands a glancing blow to the side of Solomin's head.
Solomin lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Atsushii circles away quickly and effectively.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Atsushii rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Solomin counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Atsushii has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Solomin fails to land with a series of punches.
Solomin stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Atsushii.
Atsushii throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Solomin throws a big counter combination but Atsushii scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Solomin waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Atsushii.
Atsushii looks to score with a jab to the body but Solomin is just out of range.#T2#
Solomin throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Atsushii scores with a jab to the body.
Kuroda Atsushii seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Solomin jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Atsushii throws a front kick that sends Solomin stumbling back into the cage.
Atsushii has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Solomin tries to bum rush Atsushii with a series of wild strikes but Atsushii uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Atsushii.
Atsushii ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Solomin moves away.
Solomin on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Atsushii. Atsushii obviously looking to wear him down.
Solomin misses with a series of wild punches.
It seemed like Atsushii was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Solomin fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Atsushii lands with a nice body punch.
Atsushii pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
An attempted straight right counter from Solomin misses the target.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Atsushii keeps Solomin at a distance using the push kick.
Solomin lands with a hook. Atsushii tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Solomin loads up on a big right hand but Atsushii slips the punch.
Atsushii fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.#T3#
Solomin misses with a body shot.
Atsushii fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Solomin on the side of the head.
Atsushii lands with a nice body punch.
Solomin takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Solomin swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Atsushii connects with a body shot that sends Solomin's belly button to the back.
Solomin will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Atsushii steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Solomin.
Atsushii connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Solomin avoids a punch combination nicely.
Solomin appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Solomin misses with a two punch combination.
Atsushii misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Solomin takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Solomin ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Atsushii moves away.
Solomin takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Atsushii throws a nice outside leg kick.
Atsushii keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #T4#
Jab from Atsushii.
Atsushii scoring well with a low kick there.
Atsushii lands a nice looking body kick.
Solomin cracks Atsushii with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Solomin ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Solomin just misses with a punch to the body.
Atsushii ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Solomin on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Atsushii with a nice cross.
Solomin throws a jab when Atsushii was well out of range.
Solomin will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Solomin walks into a jab.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Solomin throws out a loose jab but Atsushii uses good head movement to avoid it.
Atsushii throws a nice outside leg kick.
Solomin misses with an uppercut. Atsushii saw that one coming.
Atsushii is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Solomin with a body shot.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Kuroda Atsushii showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Kuroda Atsushii's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Atsushii swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Atsushii avoids the body shot from Solomin.
Atsushii digs a good body shot into Solomin's ribs.
Solomin just misses with a punch to the body.
Solomin takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Atsushii thumps Solomin with a low kick.
A solid leg kick lands there for Atsushii.
That kick from Atsushii tenderised Solomin's leg. Solomin is trying to keep his angry face on.
Solomin tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Atsushii was well out of range. Poor timing from Solomin.
A nice leg kick lands there from Atsushii.
Atsushii feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Solomin's calf.
Solomin throws a lazy right hand but Atsushii sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Solomin misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Atsushii.
A nice inside leg kick there by Atsushii. That's going to slow Solomin down.
Solomin has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Atsushii.
Atsushii connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Atsushii throws a shot from downtown. Solomin moves away and avoids it.
Atsushii slips a straight right by Solomin.
And Atsushii responds with a good body kick, but Solomin manages to step out the way in time.#T1#
Atsushii fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Solomin on the side of the head.
Atsushii takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Solomin looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Atsushii scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Solomin uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Atsushii.
Atsushii lands with an uppercut that bounces Solomin off the cage and back into range.
Solomin jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Atsushii lands a front kick.
A chopping leg kick lands by Atsushii.
Atsushii chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Atsushii bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Solomin steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Atsushii. That one must have hurt.
Solomin tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Atsushii was well out of range. Poor timing from Solomin.
Solomin jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Atsushii jabbing away but nothing is landing.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Atsushii scores with a jab to the body.
Atsushii misses with a looping right.#T2#
Atsushii misses with a double jab.
Solomin swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Solomin misses with a series of wild punches.
Atsushii bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Solomin's head.
Atsushii with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Atsushii misses with an uppercut.
Solomin swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Atsushii wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Atsushii swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Atsushii lands a nice looking kick to the body. Solomin takes a step back to recover.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Atsushii, as that shot connected.
Solomin throws an overhand right that lands on Atsushii's shoulder, as Atsushii tries to avoid the shot.
Atsushii 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.
Solomin fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Atsushii manages to avoid it.
Sloppy strikes from Solomin. Those never looked like landing. #T3#
Solomin misses with a body shot.
Atsushii scores with the left hand. Solomin knows he should have avoided that one.
Atsushii avoids the body shot from Solomin.
Solomin will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Atsushii lunges at Solomin with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Solomin's hand.
Solomin throws a hook but Atsushii avoids it easily.
Atsushii now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Kuroda Atsushii is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Atsushii misses with a jab, cross combination.
Atsushii digs a good body shot into Solomin's ribs.
A jab lands there for Solomin.
Atsushii connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Solomin throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Atsushii connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Solomin's hands.
Solomin swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Solomin on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.#T4#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Atsushii uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Solomin cracks Atsushii with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
A big left from Solomin misses.
Solomin misses with a looping right.
Atsushii scores with a jab to the head.
Atsushii scoring well with a low kick there.
Atsushii throws a half hearted mid kick.
Solomin misses with a wild combination.
Solomin takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Solomin misses with a series of wild punches.
Atsushii let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Solomin misses with an uppercut
letting Atsushii counter with a right hand.
Atsushii pushes Solomin away with a front kick.
Vassily Solomin has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Solomin throws a combination. Atsushii tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Atsushii throws a series of punches but Solomin avoids them all with ease.

And that's the end of the fight!
Kuroda Atsushii comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Atsushii 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 Frank Antenori scores the fight 27:30
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 27:30
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 27:30

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

Event: Revolution XC 12
Date: Jan 10, 2017

#R1#
Atsushii thuds his right hand into Lim's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#CUT2#
It looks like Xi Lim has been cut.
Lim lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Atsushii circles away quickly and effectively.
Atsushii scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Atsushii with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Atsushii avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Atsushii throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Lim tried to counter with a leg kick but Atsushii avoided it.
Atsushii has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Atsushii misses the shot to the body.
A solid body kick from Atsushii.
Lim throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Lim lands a nice leg kick that just misses Atsushii's sensitive parts.
Lim throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Atsushii counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Atsushii keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Atsushii moves out of range of the strikes.
Atsushii slips under a jab.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lim moves out of range as Atsushii throws a body kick.
Lim looks to land a right hand but Atsushii moved out of range.
Lim throws a looping overhand right but Atsushii ducks down to avoid it.
Atsushii tries a low kick but Lim avoids it.
Atsushii lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.#T1#
Lim misses with an uppercut. Atsushii saw that one coming.
Atsushii looks to land a body kick but Lim moved away.
Atsushii throws a low kick but Lim avoids it.
Atsushii lands a really nice looking cross but Lim seems unphased.
A big right from Atsushii misses.
Atsushii lands with a cross.
Atsushii misses with a looping right.
Lim misses with a shot to the body
enabling Atsushii to counter with a crisp jab.
Lim fails with an attempt to clinch.
Atsushii takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Lim lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Atsushii jabs at Lim's body.
Lim tries to close the distance and clinch up but Atsushii swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Atsushii throws a fast counter high kick but Lim manages to duck under it in time.
Lim tries a head kick but it misses.
Lim moves out of range of the leg kick from Atsushii.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Atsushii looks to throw the jab but Lim is out of range. #T2#
Atsushii throws a jab but it's blocked by Lim.
Lim cracks Atsushii with a good jab.
Atsushii lands with a nice body kick.
Atsushii thows a left - swing and a miss!
We've been told by Lim's head coaches at The Skating Rink that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Atsushii throws the kick towards the body but Lim avoids it.
Lim half committed to a counter leg kick.
Atsushii scores with a shot to the body.
Atsushii lands with an overhand left.
Lim cracks Atsushii with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.#CL#
Lim darts in and clinches Atsushii up against the cage.
Lim lands an uppercut.
Lim working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Lim swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Lim lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #BC2#
Atsushii breaks from the clinch.
Lim looks to land a right hand but Atsushii moved out of range.
Lim misses with an uppercut. Atsushii saw that one coming.
Atsushii uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Lim.#T3#
Lim tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Atsushii manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Lim misses with a hook. Atsushii ducked under it nicely.
Lim lands the left hand.
Lim misses with a looping left.
Atsushii keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Lim.
The fighters circle momentarily. Atsushii darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Lim thows a left - swing and a miss!
A little jabbing left from Atsushii on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Lim misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
A big left from Lim misses.
Atsushii takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Lim jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Lim throws a low kick, looking for Atsushii's leg but Atsushii calmly moves out of range.
Lim throws a leg kick but Atsushii sees it coming and moves out of range.
Atsushii thuds a left hand into Lim's body.
Atsushii avoids the body shot from Lim.
Lim throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Atsushii counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Lim with a nice cross.#T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lim takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Lim misses with an uppercut
and Atsushii counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Lim with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Atsushii misses with a low kick.
Atsushii throws a leg kick but Lim moved away.
The fighters circling - Lim throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Lim throws a body punch but Atsushii moves out of range.
A big left from Lim misses.
Atsushii looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Lim checks a low kick from Atsushii.
Atsushii lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Lim walks into a stiff left hand from Atsushii.
Atsushii avoids the body shot from Lim.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lim avoids the head kick by Atsushii.
Atsushii lands a slapping body shot.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Lim, right into the meat.
Atsushii throws the kick towards the body but Lim avoids it.
Lim is looking to counter punch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Kuroda Atsushii will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Xi Lim's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
A big left from Lim misses.
Lim fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Atsushii manages to avoid it.
Lim attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Atsushii scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Lim doesn't seem bothered though.
Atsushii scores with a nice right hand.
Lim throws a jab but it's blocked by Atsushii.
Atsushii is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Atsushii keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Lim staying out of range there.
Lim defending well as Atsushii loads up on a big left hand.
Lim looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Atsushii displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Lim throws out the jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lim takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Lim scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Atsushii goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Lim swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Lim jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Lim throws a leg kick
and Atsushii counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Lim thinking. #T1#
Lim with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Atsushii to score with a decent uppercut.
Lim checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
A little feinted left hand from Lim on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Lim is looking to score with low kicks.
Jab from Atsushii.
Atsushii lands a nice looking body kick.
Atsushii misses with an uppercut. Lim saw that one coming.
Lim takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Atsushii scores with a spinning back kick!
Atsushii moves out of range of the strikes.
Atsushii appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Lim needs to keep his hands up - Atsushii had a free shot at his head there.
Atsushii connects with an inside leg kick.
Lim moves out of range of the body kick.
Lim slips a straight right by Atsushii.
Atsushii throws an overhand right that lands on Lim's shoulder, as Lim tries to avoid the shot.
Atsushii has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Atsushii uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Lim.#T2#
Lim goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Atsushii throws an overhand right that lands on Lim's shoulder, as Lim tries to avoid the shot.
Atsushii takes one on the button.
Atsushii throws a leg kick but Lim sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Lim tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Atsushii manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Lim has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Lim misses the shot to the body.
Lim scores with a nice right hand.
Atsushii is looking to score with low kicks.
Xi Lim seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lim swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Atsushii scores with a hook.
Atsushii swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Atsushii jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Atsushii looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Good leg kick by Lim there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Lim keeps Atsushii at a distance using the push kick.
Atsushii throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Lim on the side of the head. #T3#
Lim ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
A low kick from Atsushii is predictable there
and Lim counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Lim looks to score with a jab to the body but Atsushii is just out of range.
Atsushii throws the kick towards the body but Lim avoids it.
Atsushii scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Lim takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Atsushii tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Lim was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Lim misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Atsushii.
Lim misses the jab.
Atsushii tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Lim swings for the body but Atsushii moves out of range.
Atsushii appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Lim throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Lim fails with an attempt to clinch.
Atsushii follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Lim will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Lim throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Atsushii sees it coming and avoids it easily.#T4#
Atsushii tries to work over Lim's front leg with a kick but Lim checks it.
Lim swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Lim on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Atsushii lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.#CL#
Lim has taken the fight to the clinch.
Lim avoids the elbow strike from Atsushii, against the cage.
Lim misses with a short punch on the inside.
Lim has a couple of punches blocked by Atsushii.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Lim.
Lim tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Atsushii's elbow.
Lim lands a left hand that snaps the head of Atsushii backwards.
Lim tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Lim misses with a hook from the clinch.
Atsushii with an attempt at a knee that misses.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Atsushii.
Lim scores with a shoulder strike.
Atsushii blocks an uppercut.
Lim working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Kuroda Atsushii will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Xi Lim'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#
Lim takes a jab right on the kisser.
Atsushii throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Lim counters with a nice uppercut.
Atsushii misses with the combination.
Lim is looking to counter punch.
Lim scores with a hook to the body. Atsushii takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Lim looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Atsushii throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A little feinted left hand from Lim on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Atsushii misses with a low kick.
Lim fires out a quick counter leg kick but Atsushii just manages to avoid it.
Atsushii uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lim.
Atsushii displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Lim throws out the jab.
Lim darts in and out, connecting with a jab. #ROC#
Atsushii is rocked!#CUT#
It looks like Kuroda Atsushii has been cut.
Lim drops Atsushii with a straight right hand, right on the button! Lim follows him down to the mat and pounds him out with hammerfists until the referee jumps in to end the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:48 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Xi Lim!
In his post fight interview, Xi Lim started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

Event: Revolution XC 9
Date: Nov 20, 2016

#R1#
Malingo throws a big shot that misses.
Malingo needs to keep his hands up - Atsushii had a free shot at his head there.
Atsushii missing with a left hand there. Malingo was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Malingo connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Malingo connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Atsushii swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Malingo counters with a one-two to the body.
Malingo walks into a jab.
Atsushii throws a body kick, spinning off balance#TD2#
and Malingo counters with a single leg into guard. Atsushii didn't expect that.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Atsushii seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Malingo wants to control from the top but Atsushii keeps moving. #SUB2#
Malingo 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. #T1#
Malingo throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Atsushii works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Malingo postures up.
Malingo working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Malingo throws a strike but Atsushii rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Malingo keeping full guard, as Atsushii tries to pass.
Atsushii showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Malingo is trying to control the position from the bottom. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Malingo seems keen to control Atsushii's posture.
Malingo looking to control.
Malingo is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
Atsushii is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at White Eagle, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Malingo prevents Atsushii from improving his position.
Atsushii keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Atsushii wants to get back to full guard.#T3#
Atsushii has hold of Malingo's hands but Malingo slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Malingo is trying to control the action in half guard but Atsushii is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Malingo not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Malingo working Atsushii over with strikes.
Nice strikes from Malingo there.
Malingo prevents Atsushii from improving his position.
Atsushii taking some punishment here, with Malingo in his half guard.
Malingo throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Atsushii is looking for a sweep. Malingo is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T4#
Malingo stalling away here and it's allowed Atsushii to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Malingo working his ground and pound in the gym.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Malingo's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Atsushii trying to control the position here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Malingo is looking to work some ground and pound but Atsushii has wrist control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Malingo throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Atsushii has momentary wrist control but Malingo slips an elbow through the middle.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Eddie Malingo 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#
Atsushii misses with a leg kick
and Malingo counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Atsushii thinking.
Malingo swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Atsushii misses with a shot to the body
enabling Malingo to counter with a crisp jab.
Atsushii uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Malingo.
Atsushii throws a body punch but Malingo moves out of range.
Malingo goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Atsushii fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Malingo manages to avoid it.
Atsushii lunges at Malingo with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Malingo's hand.
Malingo fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Atsushii looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Atsushii shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Malingo misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Atsushii.
Kuroda Atsushii seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Atsushii throws a leg kick that is checked#TD2#
and Malingo counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
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!
Atsushii wants to improve his position but instead Malingo has moved into half guard.
Malingo has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T1#
Atsushii wants to get back to full guard.
Malingo wants to control but Atsushii is keeping him busy.
Malingo throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Malingo thows a huge punch but Atsushii dodges it nicely.
Eddie Malingo has got the better of the ground game so far.
Malingo not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Malingo missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Atsushii is looking for a sweep. Malingo is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Atsushii regains full guard. Nicely done.
Malingo has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Malingo postures up and lands a big shot to Atsushii's brow.
Malingo throws an elbow that misses. Atsushii uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Malingo's guard. Nice move by Atsushii!#REVR#
Atsushii throws a big right hand that misses.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Malingo holds on and takes a little breather.
Malingo working a defensive guard here.
Malingo keeping moving, preventing Atsushii from controlling successfully. #T3#
Atsushii looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Atsushii looks to throw a body kick#TD2#
and Malingo counters with a single leg into guard. Atsushii didn't expect that.
Malingo throws a big right hand that misses.
Malingo working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Atsushii's head.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Malingo's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Atsushii wants to stand up but Malingo is controlling him. #T4#
Malingo loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Malingo in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #SUB2#
Malingo drops back, looking for a kneebar! Atsushii looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Atsushii looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Atsushii! #REVR#
You can see the frustration on Malingo's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Atsushii has knee on belly and moves into mount.
Malingo is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Eddie Malingo showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Atsushii throws out a loose jab but Malingo uses good head movement to avoid it.
Malingo's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Atsushii connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Malingo scrambles back to his feet.
Malingo avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Malingo misses with a wild body shot.
Jab by Atsushii.
Atsushii misses with a hook. Malingo ducked under it nicely.
Eddie Malingo seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Malingo moves out of range of the body kick.
Atsushii throws a wild body kick that Malingo sees coming a mile off.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Atsushii scores with a body shot.
Malingo scores with a punch to the head.
Malingo throws a hook but Atsushii avoids it easily.
Malingo throws a leg kick but Atsushii checks it. #T1#
Malingo missing with a left hand there. Atsushii was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Atsushii looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
The fighters circling - Atsushii throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Malingo misses with a straight left.
Atsushii throws a low kick but Malingo avoids it.
Atsushii swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A little jabbing left from Malingo on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Atsushii misses with a looping right.
Malingo throws a right and a left that Atsushii avoids nicely.
Malingo takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Malingo looks to throw the jab but Atsushii is out of range.
Donk. Atsushii catches Malingo right on the button with a cross.
Atsushii misses with a kick to the body.
A telegraphed right hand from Malingo misses the target.
Atsushii went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Kuroda Atsushii has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Malingo throws a big shot that misses.
Atsushii misses with a body shot.
Atsushii looks to throw a body kick
and Malingo counters with a leg kick.
Malingo jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Atsushii was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Atsushii just misses with a punch to the body.
Malingo with the counter takedown but Atsushii avoids it easily.
Malingo moves out of range of the body kick from Atsushii.
Malingo feints the counter takedown.
Atsushii throws a leg kick #TD2#
and Malingo counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Malingo is nestled in close to Atsushii, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Malingo missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Malingo is looking to take a break and control but Atsushii is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T3#
Malingo lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Atsushii gets back to full guard.
Eddie Malingo is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Malingo slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Atsushii tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Malingo sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Malingo trying to control the position from guard on top but Atsushii is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Atsushii bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Malingo's guard. #REVR#
Malingo is adopting a defensive guard.
Let's hope that Malingo 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.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Atsushii missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
Kuroda Atsushii showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Malingo has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 28:29
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 28:29
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Eddie Malingo!
A less than humble Eddie Malingo misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.

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